newbobooks Chapter 268 The overall situation has been decided
Chapter 268 The overall situation has been decided
Prince Rong's words indeed took all aspects into consideration and also grasped the vital points of everyone present.
All a loyal and righteous minister seeks is to serve his country and the world. If he works diligently all his life and can leave his name in history, he will die without regrets.
Furthermore, they have all witnessed the performance of His Royal Highness the Grandson just now, and Prince Rui and Prince Xiang have both been eliminated. All of this... can be said to be a natural outcome.
Thinking of this, the ministers exchanged glances with each other. They were already tempted, but were too cautious to be the first to express their opinions.
Amidst the silence, Zhang Xian, with a solemn expression on his face, took the lead and broke the deadlock.
He is an "old thorn" who is always sharp-tongued and usually keeps to himself. Unlike Shen Zhengsheng, his identity is somewhat sensitive due to his relationship with Jiang Xun.
He just bowed to Emperor Sheng who was lying on the couch, but his eyes turned to Prince Rong and he said in a deep voice:
"Your Highness is quite right. His Royal Highness is so talented that he will surely become a great man in the future. I second the proposal to appoint His Royal Highness as the heir. I hope this matter can be resolved as soon as possible to ensure the safety of the country."
Such firm words shocked the ministers who were still hesitant in the hall.
"I also agree with your Highness."
Lu Yongzhu turned his head to glance at Shen Zhengsheng beside him, and immediately stepped out and bowed in response.
Once there was one, there were two. One after another, the other ministers also nodded. Some of them had approval in their eyes, while others were still a little hesitant, but chose to acquiesce under the general trend.
For a moment, nodding movements, some firm and some hesitant, spread slowly in the hall like ripples, indicating that the matter of establishing a crown prince had finally come to an end!
Prince Rong understood the attitude of the crowd and immediately turned to face Emperor Sheng and said respectfully:
"Brother Emperor, I and the other ministers all agree that His Royal Highness is the heir. If you share this sentiment, please blink so that I and the other ministers will know."
"Or, my royal brother, you haven't made up your mind yet, or... have another choice?"
Having said this, Prince Rong, with his back to the crowd, showed undisguised excitement in front of Emperor Sheng, as if as long as Emperor Sheng rejected the proposal to make Zhao Yuanye the crown prince, the throne would fall into his hands.
Emperor Sheng had just heard that Prince Rong wholeheartedly supported Zhao Yuanye, and his heart was still beating fast.
But when he saw the naked greed and ambition on Prince Rong's face, he blinked rapidly.
Prince Rong curled his lips almost imperceptibly and moved aside, allowing the important ministers in front of the couch to clearly see Emperor Sheng's response.
"Since the emperor also likes Ye'er, everyone is happy. Fushun, quickly go with me and the others to draft the decree!"
Fushun had been kneeling in front of the couch for a long time without making a sound. He was startled when he heard the words and hurriedly got up and followed.
He was a smart man after all. Knowing that Zhao Yuanye was sure to win today, he finally chose to keep silent.
Your Majesty, I have no other choice but to keep my humble life and serve you well...
Zhao Yuanye stood beside the couch, watching Prince Rong leading everyone to draft the imperial edict. His heart was filled with emotions and he remained silent for a long time.
He was finally...going to sit in the same position as his father.
Uncle Rong just said he looked like my father. Is that true? Does he really... resemble my father back then?
It’s a pity that my mother is not here.
If my mother knew that he had become the crown prince, I wonder how happy she would be!
And Mr....
When will you come to see him, sir?
He couldn't wait to tell his husband that they had finally achieved what they had wished for!
“Uh…..Uh uh!”
Emperor Sheng's voice suddenly came from behind, startling Zhao Yuanye who was distracted.
He quickly turned around and told himself that it was the last moment and he must stay calm!
So he called out softly with a look of concern on his face, "Grandpa Emperor?"
Emperor Sheng looked at Zhao Yuanye in front of him, his eyes showing complexity and a hint of relief.
He originally had no intention of making Ye'er the crown prince.
This child is too close to his mother, and his behavior has learned from women, and he is too soft-hearted.
At that time, a palace maid was ignorant and killed the cat slave raised by Ye'er. Ye'er cried very sadly, but in the end the palace maid was not severely punished.
After Ji'er's daughter-in-law learned about this, she praised Ye'er for his kindness and said that the palace ladies were not guilty if they were unaware and only needed a minor punishment.
As a king, one should be decisive in killing and intimidating the world. He is so soft-hearted that he can tell a person's character by looking at him at the age of three. He has already started to dislike Ye'er.
Later, he told Xiuzhi about this matter and asked him to teach Ye a lesson -
When his thoughts reached this point, Emperor Sheng slowly widened his eyes.
and many more......
He suddenly realized that he had ignored one person from the moment he woke up from his coma.
Jiang Xun!
His mind was in a state of confusion and turmoil, and Jiang Xun never showed up, so he didn't even think of him for a moment.
Jiang Xun, Ye'er's teacher, did not show up at such an important event as the succession discussion just now. It was obvious that he was deliberately avoiding him!
Once Ye'er becomes the crown prince, no one in the court or the country will be able to suppress Jiang Xun. Wouldn't that allow him to do whatever he wants?
"Ugh! Ugh!"
Emperor Sheng suddenly became excited, and a rapid sound came from his throat, but Jiang Xun was not in front of him at all, so he couldn't even utter these two words.
Zhao Yuanye saw the strange look on Emperor Sheng's face and vaguely guessed what he wanted to say, but he pretended not to know and asked anxiously:
"Grandpa Huang, you...what's wrong with you?"
Emperor Sheng was so anxious that he could hardly breathe. Seeing that Zhao Yuanye was still confused, the deep feeling of powerlessness was like a sharp knife, cutting his heart again and again, making him completely desperate.
He is the king of a country and the ruler of the world. How could he fall to such a state that he can't even move!
After a long time, Prince Rong walked in quickly from outside, holding the imperial edict to appoint a crown prince, followed by ministers.
"Brother Emperor, the imperial edict has been drafted."
Prince Rong unfolded the imperial edict and read it aloud in front of Emperor Sheng:
"Fengtian Chengyun Emperor, the imperial edict said:
I believe that the foundation of a country lies in the position of crown prince. If the crown prince is the right one, the ancestral temple and the country will enjoy eternal well-being, and the people will be able to live in peace and security.
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This imperial edict is hereby issued, appointing the emperor's grandson Zhao Yuanye as the crown prince. From now on, the officials are ordered to carefully train him, recruit talented people and wise teachers in the court, teach him the skills of governing the country and maintaining peace, and assist him with the essentials of self-cultivation and moral integrity.
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Announce it to the world, and the envoys will hear about it. "
"Early tomorrow morning, I will follow your Majesty's wishes and read the imperial edict before the entire court, announcing it to the world."
As Prince Rong spoke, he placed the imperial edict in front of Emperor Sheng. The seal on it was bright red, and it was a done deal.
"Yer, come and take a look too."
Prince Rong smiled and nodded at Zhao Yuanye. At this moment, he was happy from the bottom of his heart.
Because his son Zhang finally has hope of returning home.
And the merit of supporting him today is enough to ensure the stability and peace of Prince Rong’s palace for generations!
There was a peaceful atmosphere in front of the couch, and the ministers breathed a sigh of relief. It was a great blessing that they could get through such a turbulent night in such a peaceful way.
At this time, Prince Rong stepped forward again to take charge of the situation: "You all have worked hard today, and it is getting late now. It would be better if you stay in the palace as per the regulations."
"Tomorrow morning's court session is crucial. The emperor is ill, and the crown prince has just been appointed. I'm afraid people are uneasy."
"I hope that you will all join me in this matter tomorrow, working together to stabilize the court and beyond, and to help His Royal Highness the Crown Prince govern smoothly and bring peace to the world as quickly as possible."
Upon hearing this, everyone bowed and responded, "We will follow your instructions, Your Highness, and do our utmost to assist His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"
When Emperor Sheng heard this, he knew that the situation was settled and slowly closed his eyes.
Fortunately...the one who inherited the throne is still his bloodline.
When it came to Ji'er's incident back then, his thoughts were so secretive that others...others should not have known about it.
Emperor Sheng's mind was filled with wandering thoughts. The hidden worries deep in his heart were like a haze that could not be exposed to the light, and he was afraid that they would be revealed.
He is waiting.
He knew that Jiang Xun would definitely come looking for him on his own initiative.
By then, everything will have its own answers.
.......
After everyone left the Yangxin Palace, they breathed a sigh of relief when they suddenly saw someone holding a lantern in the distance, coming towards them.
Shen Zhengsheng took a closer look and was the first to recognize the person.
Not too early or too late, it is the right time to straighten yourself!