Zhang Lilang said in a loud voice:

"Although the prince is a man of destiny, he is extremely humble! He even intends to decline the throne!"

"But how can a country be without a ruler for even a day!"

"Furthermore, little do people know that the prince's ascension to the throne was not for his own sake!"

"Your Highness ascended the throne for your sake!" He suddenly pointed at a commoner in the crowd, and as the man looked on in bewilderment, Zhang Li pointed at another person.

His fingers are moving faster and faster!

Then he swept a finger across the crowd, and finally pointed it at himself. He then suddenly opened his arms wide, looking inexplicably crazy!

At the same time, his voice grew increasingly agitated:

"For you, and for me!"

"This is for the sake of all the common people! This is for this beautiful land!!"

Everyone present was shaken by these words and all looked at Qin Ze.

"Well said!!!" came the shouts of the people.

Zhang Li knelt on the ground, suddenly turned his body to face Qin Ze, and cupped his hands in greeting:

"Your Highness, look!"

"If you still refuse, then tell me, who can the people expect to lead the great cause?"

"There is no one left!"

"For the sake of the common people, it is only right and reasonable for you to become emperor!"

"Heaven! You have returned to Jinling by the will of Heaven; it is the mandate of Heaven!"

"You and the throne are truly a match made in heaven!" Zhang Li stared wide-eyed at Qin Ze without blinking.

No! It wasn't just Zhang Li! Everyone present focused their attention on Qin Ze!

It was still winter, but the intense gazes almost melted Qin Ze, and sweat broke out on his temples.

But at this moment, he had no time to think any further, nor could he utter another single word of "no."

After all, the time is ripe.

Qin Ze looked proud and straightened his chest slightly. He also moistened his slightly dry throat and looked at everyone with a firm gaze.

Immediately afterwards, he calmly uttered a single word:

"good!"

boom!

As this word fell.

This year's Lunar New Year's Eve was much more lively in Nanjing than in previous years.

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PS: Seeking advice: Dear readers, I humbly request your suggestions. What procedures should I follow to declare myself emperor? What would be a suitable name for my dynasty? And what should my personal name be? Please, kind sirs, give me some advice. Thank you!

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