Even the civil and military officials did not expect the events to develop in this way.

They originally thought the old emperor could last a few more years.

In these past few years, he has lived better than he has died.

Which aristocratic family doesn't have its own hidden agenda? Who doesn't want to lead their family to the pinnacle?

They were fighting over it when the old emperor suddenly passed away, so the covert struggle was brought into the open.

Xiao Sheng never expected that his unintentional act would lead to such a positive outcome.

Before he could figure out how to deal with his father, who had given him life but also harmed him, the old emperor had already found a place for himself.

Amidst the power struggle among the court officials, Xiao Sheng ascended the throne without a doubt.

In fact, his ascension to the throne was not obstructed.

If these nobles fail to properly divide the spoils in a way that satisfies everyone, Xiao Sheng, as a puppet, will have to remain on the throne.

Xiao Sheng pretended to be stupid the whole time. When people asked him to be the emperor, he became the emperor and was happy every day.

Secretly, he had already sent a letter to Wei Yunting.

Once he became emperor, many rebels had no reason to oppose him.

He is now the rightful emperor, unlike in his previous life when he was a deposed crown prince, subject to gossip and criticism.

Having learned from past experiences, everything becomes much easier to handle.

Xiao Sheng had not forgotten those secret weapons such as gunpowder.

As for Wei Nianjin, he didn't execute her in his previous life. Since she pointed out a path, Xiao Sheng kept his promise, released her, gave her some money, and let her fend for herself.

In this lifetime, Xiao Sheng doesn't know if that monster will ever appear, but he already knows everything he needs to know, and he'll use it on the battlefield first.

As the noble families were vying for it, Wei Yunting immediately arranged for his army to march towards the capital.

Everyone knew that Wei Yunting held considerable military power, and his alliance with Xiao Shengyi shocked the noble families.

They didn't know how Xiao Sheng had contacted Wei Yunting. After all, even if he was an emperor, he was a puppet emperor, and his every move was under their surveillance.

By the time many realized something was wrong, it was too late. Wei Yunting received Xiao Sheng's letter and deliberately created a time lag. By the time they wanted to take action against Xiao Sheng, Wei Yunting had already besieged the city.

The nobles, unable to comprehend how they had lost, were all imprisoned.

Xiao Sheng was quite satisfied that the crisis had been resolved so easily this time.

He didn't live his life as emperor in vain; he always left something for himself.

Wei Yunting gained a deeper understanding of Xiao Sheng's methods.

Xiao Sheng's ability to win a battle with a small number of soldiers truly demonstrates his skill.

He has methods, but they are a double-edged sword for the people. Wei Yunting would never promote a fool to power.

After the noble families were raided and their property confiscated, Xiao Sheng ascended the throne again.

This time, Wei Yunting did not die from vomiting blood; he led all the civil and military officials to submit to Xiao Sheng.

As a meritorious official, Wei Yunting's official position was already high enough, to the point where there was no higher rank to bestow.

Xiao Sheng only told him that he could control the troops under his command, and as the emperor, he would not forcibly take them from him.

Upon hearing this, Wei Yunting began to look at him with new respect.

"Don't you know that my troops can overthrow your empire at any time?" Wei Yunting asked.

"I know Your Highness won't."

Through two lifetimes, Xiao Sheng has come to understand Wei Yunting's character.

He simply wanted to find a wise ruler so that the people would no longer suffer. Whoever could be a good ruler would be the one he would let ascend the throne.

Wei Yunting had a clear understanding of himself; he was not suited to be an emperor.

Given this, Xiao Sheng naturally trusted him completely.

Wei Yunting couldn't help but smile: "Alright, since you trust me so much, I won't let you down. After I die, the troops will be handed over to you."

He will not have any more children, and the troops will eventually return to the royal family.

If someone is wary, they will still use a scheme to take it back first.

But Xiao Sheng didn't, so Wei Yunting trusted him more.

After being cured of the poison, Wei Yunting's martial arts skills became unmatched, which was one of the reasons for his confidence.

Xiao Sheng smiled and asked him when he planned to set off.

Wei Yunting replied, "After you get married."

Xiao Sheng's expression suddenly became incredibly complicated: "You want to watch me get married?"

Wei Yunting: "Of course. You and I have been through thick and thin together. Staying here to congratulate you on your wedding is my way of showing my appreciation."

Xiao Sheng remained silent, but finding no reason to refuse, he could only nod.

As for Jiang Tian, ​​in order to reduce public criticism of her, Xiao Sheng changed her identity, transforming her from the wife of a scholar into the granddaughter of a divine physician, who also had saved her life.

Upon hearing this identity, Jiang Tian smiled and looked at him: "When did I ever save your life?"

"Maybe it was in a past life."

Xiao Sheng hugged her and said with a smile.

After ascending the throne, Xiao Sheng first reorganized the court.

At first, the common people didn't have any objections to the change of emperor; they believed that the throne should be passed down from father to son, which was a matter of course.

Xiao Sheng knew best how to win the hearts of the people. He issued several policies in succession, which made the people admire him as emperor.

After all, they will support whoever treats them well; everyone understands this principle.

The emperor's wedding was naturally a cause for celebration throughout the land.

The whole day was bustling with activity.

As emperor, Xiao Sheng had a great deal to do.

But he was extremely excited. He had finally fulfilled his promise to Jiang Tian, ​​marrying her in a phoenix coronet and wedding gown, placing her in a position second only to the emperor.

That night.

Red waves rolled on the couch.