jdhmnovel Chapter 242: Abdication Decree
Chapter 242: Abdication Decree
The next day, early morning court.
The Southern Emperor glanced coldly at the court, and then announced majestically:
"From now on, Xiao Yifei's position as crown prince will be abolished!"
This decision shocked the entire court and everyone was shocked.
The Southern Emperor continued, "Xiao Yifei plotted rebellion and intended to murder me and the royal family. His behavior is extremely bad and must be severely punished! Xiao Yifei and his accomplices are now wanted nationwide. They must be brought to justice!"
Then, the Southern Emperor had another imperial edict read out.
"It is God's destiny, the emperor decreed:
We have the second prince Xiao Yiyun, who is loyal, brave, and talented, and is truly a pillar of our dynasty.
Therefore, I have specially appointed Xiao Yiyun as the Crown Prince. From now on, he will govern this land and bring peace to the four directions.
All of our subjects should be loyal and do their best to assist the Crown Prince, jointly safeguard the peace of the country, and promote the glory of our dynasty. I decree this!"
Xiao Yiyun is Zuo Qingyun, which is the royal name restored for him by the Southern Emperor.
There was another commotion in the court, with ministers whispering and discussing among themselves.
But soon someone came out to express support for Nandi's decision, believing that Nandi was far-sighted, wise and intelligent, and that the person he chose would definitely lead the country to prosperity.
Xiao Yiyun looked solemn and determined. He slowly walked to the front row and knelt down, his knees making a dull sound when they touched the ground.
His voice was loud and powerful, echoing throughout the palace, and every word was full of sincerity and determination.
"I feel deeply honored and responsible for your kindness.
Here, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Emperor and solemnly promise to do my best to live up to His Majesty's expectations.
I am willing to contribute my strength to the country and the people with a loyal heart, and I will do my best until my death!"
His tone was firm and resolute, and his eyes revealed determination and courage.
The Southern Emperor nodded with satisfaction and gestured for Xiao Yiyun to stand up.
The ministers thought that the matter ended there, but they did not expect that the Southern Emperor would immediately order the announcement of a second edict.
Everyone pricked up their ears, wanting to hear clearly what was being said.
When they heard the words "abdication edict", everyone was stunned. They never expected that the Southern Emperor would make such a decision.
"I have been on the throne for 32 years, and thanks to the blessings of my ancestors, the country has been peaceful and the people have been safe.
Today, Crown Prince Xiao Yiyun's talents shine brightly throughout the world, and his virtues spread throughout the world. He is the true dragon emperor chosen by heaven.
The operation of Heaven's Way is aimed at the public benefit of all people in the world, so the emperor must select virtuous and capable people.
The ancient wise king Tang Yao did not pass the throne to his son for selfish reasons. I will follow the example of Emperor Yao and pass the throne to Xiao Yiyun."
Afterwards, the Southern Emperor announced his retirement from court, leaving behind a crowd of courtiers discussing the matter.
This sudden change shocked everyone, but it also heralded a new chapter for the Southern Kingdom.
Noon, the palace.
The Southern Emperor has already arranged for the Minister of Rites to be in charge of preparing for the coronation ceremony, but this process will require a week of careful preparation.
At the same time, Xiao Yiyun was arranged to live temporarily in the palace. This move not only provided him with a comfortable residence, but more importantly, it also created a rare period of time for the father and son to spend together.
During this time, Xiao Yiyun and his father were able to spend more time together and deepen their understanding and feelings for each other.
They can discuss national affairs and family affairs together and share each other's ideas and experiences.
This kind of intimate communication is essential to the development of the father-son relationship and can enhance mutual trust and understanding.
In addition, living in the palace also gave Xiao Yiyun the opportunity to better familiarize himself with court life and etiquette norms.
He can learn how to handle government affairs, communicate with ministers and deal with the etiquette of various occasions.
These are all necessary qualities to become a qualified emperor, and now is the perfect time for him to accumulate experience.
When Xiao Yiyun was dining with the Southern Emperor, the Southern Emperor suddenly put down his chopsticks, looked at Xiao Yiyun and asked, "Yun'er, I want to ask you something. Do you have a favorite woman?"
After hearing this question, Xiao Yiyun was stunned for a moment, and Qin Rubing's cold and beautiful face appeared involuntarily in his mind. However, he quickly came to his senses and shook his head expressionlessly.
When the Southern Emperor saw his reaction, a hint of disappointment flashed across his eyes, but he still said calmly:
"Yun'er, I know you have always been focused on cultivation and government affairs, and have not paid attention to matters between men and women. However, as the ruler of a country, a future queen is also indispensable.
The position of Queen has been vacant for too long, which will have an impact on your reputation and the stability of the country. Therefore, I hope you can find a suitable woman as soon as possible and make her the Queen. "
Xiao Yiyun felt helpless. Although he was about to become emperor, he might never be able to marry the person of his dreams in this life.
Ding'an Hou Mansion.
Qin Rubing still chose to live here. She had a firm belief in her heart: she must personally witness Xiao Yiyun's coronation ceremony before leaving this place.
Xiao Yiyun has already passed the message to Chu Tiancheng, inviting him to come to Yuncheng to attend his coronation ceremony.
This not only shows Xiao Yiyun's respect and trust for Chu Tiancheng, but also shows that he is full of confidence in the future.
After all, as an important figure, Chu Tiancheng's arrival will add more glory and solemnity to the coronation ceremony.
During this period of time, Qin Rubing's mood was both excited and complicated.
She was looking forward to Xiao Yiyun's coronation ceremony; he would become Chu Tiancheng's most powerful ally on the Shenzhou continent.
With the help of the emperor of the Southern Kingdom, it won’t be long before Chu Tiancheng becomes the emperor of the Eastern Kingdom.
She knew very well that with Xiao Yiyun's ascension to the throne, the whole world would usher in new changes and opportunities.
In addition, she also regards Xiao Yiyun as a close friend, and he is one of her concerns in this world.
Five days later.
Chu Tiancheng only brought Yan Yi with him and traveled thousands of miles to Yuncheng as agreed.
Yuncheng is still prosperous, with heavy traffic and people coming and going. It is very lively.
At night, when the lights came on, the palace was brightly illuminated, with singing and dancing.
Xiao Yiyun warmly entertained the King of Yan and the Queen of the Eastern Kingdom at a banquet in the imperial palace.
The Ding'an Marquis and his family were also invited to the banquet.
The banquet was filled with laughter and the atmosphere was warm.
As they drank and chatted, Chu Tiancheng's eyes never left Qin Rubing.
He hadn't seen her for a while and missed her very much.
Qin Rubing was dressed in gorgeous palace clothes and was beautiful, but her eyes revealed a kind of indifference and coldness.
Chu Tiancheng looked at Qin Rubing, with a complex emotion in his heart.
He thought of their past, and those beautiful memories made him feel sad.
However, Qin Rubing is no longer the respectful woman she used to be. She has become cold and distant.
Qin Rubing's attitude towards Chu Tiancheng was still indifferent, and she did not show any joy of reunion after a long separation.
Her eyes swept over Chu Tiancheng calmly, as if he was just a prince.
This cold attitude made Chu Tiancheng feel heartbroken. He didn't understand why Qin Rubing was so indifferent to him.
The tacit understanding between Qin Rubing and Xiao Yiyun made Chu Tiancheng feel sad.
Their conversations and interactions were full of harmony and warmth, as if they were friends who had known each other for a long time.
Chu Tiancheng watched all this silently, his heart filled with loss and helplessness.
He was heartbroken to find that since some time ago, the distance between him and Qin Rubing seemed to be getting farther and farther.
Xiao Yiyun had a faint smile on his face as he talked with Marquis Ding'an about everything from national affairs to family matters and strategies for governing the country.
Although on the surface Xiao Yiyun was fully focused on the conversation, he was actually a little absent-minded.
From time to time, his gaze passed over Marquis Ding'an and looked into the distance, as if he was thinking about other things.
When the topic gradually turned to the selection of the queen, Xiao Yiyun's attention became slightly more focused.
He listened carefully to Marquis Ding'an's evaluation and suggestions on each candidate, and expressed his own opinions from time to time.
Yet, even so, his mind did not seem to be fully absorbed in the problem.
Xiao Yiyun noticed the estrangement between Chu Tiancheng and Qin Rubing, although he didn't know why, but he didn't delve into it.
He absolutely respected Qin Rubing's choice, and he would stand by her no matter what happened.
Having not seen Qin Rubing for the past few days, he felt as if a piece of his heart had been dug out, leaving it empty.
As the candlelight flickered, Qin Rubing's increasingly charming face swayed before his eyes, like a fairy, making him fascinated.
Her beauty and gentleness, like the twinkling stars in the night sky, illuminated the softest corner of his heart.
He couldn't help but feel distracted. If Qin Rubing and Chu Tiancheng divorced, he would definitely say those words to Qin Rubing:
I would like to marry you as my queen with the kingdom as my betrothal gift.