In less than half an hour, the carriage stopped steadily in front of the gate of Jiang Mansion.
Upon learning that His Majesty had approved the mother and daughter's return to the Jiang Mansion today, the Jiang family was waiting at the door early.
When they saw the palace's exclusive carriage getting closer, the Jiang couple became excited.
Especially Old Lady Jiang. Ever since her daughter married into the palace and became a concubine, except for seeing her once at the palace banquets, any other meeting became a luxury.
In the past three years, Yi'er has been banished to the cold palace, and she has not been able to see him anymore.
The carriage curtain was lifted, and Concubine Yi was the first to dismount, "Father, Mother, Big Brother."
Hearing this familiar voice, Mrs. Jiang's eyes suddenly turned red, "My child, my good child, you have lost a lot of weight."
Old Madam Jiang looked at her daughter's thin chin, and her eyes showed deep heartache.
"Mom, I'm fine." After saying this, Concubine Yi took the little girl's hand and asked her to call for help.
Wanwan: "Hello, Grandpa, Grandma, and Uncle."
The soft and cute voice of a baby reached their ears, and everyone present was immediately bewitched by the little baby's adorable face after just one glance.
Mrs. Jiang: "Hey, this is my granddaughter? She's so cute."
General Jiang: "She looks exactly like Yi'er when she was a child."
Just as the family was happily gathering around the little kid, a familiar tall figure walked down from the carriage.
Everyone in the Jiang family looked at His Majesty getting off the carriage with their eyes wide open in shock.
Why is Your Majesty here?!
The next second, when General Jiang was about to kneel down, the tyrant reached out and supported him in time.
"Father-in-law, there's no need to do this. I'm accompanying Yi'er back to the Jiang family today, and I'm here as your son-in-law."
"Your Majesty, how can this be allowed!" General Jiang was extremely frightened, but he could not hinder the majesty's majesty.
The Tyrant: "If I say yes, then it is."
Your Majesty returned to the Jiang family with Concubine Yi, which was something no one in the Jiang family had ever expected.
Everyone in the Jiang family immediately became extremely alert to avoid making any mistakes that might displease His Majesty.
The main hall of the Jiang family.
As soon as Concubine Yi came back, she went to the inner room with Madam Jiang to reminisce about the past. In the huge main hall, the great tyrant, General Jiang, and Jiang Wenfeng, the eldest son of the Jiang family, were sitting on chairs and chatting.
Jiang Wenxue, the second young master of the Jiang family, got married early. The couple was doing business outside. They went out of town half a month ago and have not returned home yet, leaving behind their youngest son, Jiang Jingyi, who was only six years old.
"Sister, this is for you to play with." Although Jiang Jingyi, the young master of the Jiang family, is only six years old, he is well-dressed and takes care of his new sister like a little adult.
Although Wanwan was not very interested in these children's toys, seeing that little brother Jingyi wanted to give her all his toys to play with, she still obediently accepted the bamboo helicopter he gave her.
"Thank you, Brother Jingyi." Wanwan said in a sweet voice.
The tyrant glanced at the two little kids who were getting along very well, then picked up the tea in front of him and took a sip.
After all, they were the emperor and his subjects, and all they talked about were state affairs.
The Tyrant: "Song Kun committed a crime a while ago, and in a fit of rage, I gave him a cup of poisoned wine. Now his position is currently unfilled. I currently have two candidates I like: Pei Renshi, who previously made military achievements, and Zhao He, who has guarded the border for decades. I have been hesitant between these two. I wonder which of them, my father-in-law, thinks is more capable of taking on this important task?"
"This..." General Jiang pondered for a moment. He had come into contact with these two generals before, and was about to express his opinion when he noticed his eldest son's slightly shaking gaze. He shook his head and said, "Both of these generals are outstanding. I'm afraid it's difficult for me to make a decision right now."
General Jiang had already sensed a sense of crisis regarding His Majesty's sudden visit today.
Over the years, the Jiang family army has fought on the battlefield for His Majesty and made great achievements. This should have been a great joyous occasion, but now that the war is over and the people are living and working in peace, the existence of the Jiang family has undoubtedly become a thorn in the emperor's side.
In times of war, the monarch hopes that you will be strong and fight for him on the battlefield, but if you are still strong when the country is safe, it would be a huge mistake.
Throughout history, there have been many people who have become more powerful than their masters, causing the emperor to be wary and suspicious, and eventually having their entire families exterminated.
Although General Jiang had fought on the battlefield and made great military achievements, he is now old. Even though the Jiang family is loyal to His Majesty, they are still no match for the treacherous ministers gossiping behind the emperor's back.
His Majesty's sudden visit today must have made him suspicious of them and he came to test them. No matter how they prove their loyalty, the emperor will always be suspicious.
Some time ago, His Majesty chopped off Lord Zhang's head for no reason. Lord Zhang was promoted by their Jiang family. Wasn't this a warning to them?
Perhaps he should indeed abdicate and hand over his military power to show his loyalty. He hoped that His Majesty would give them a way out because of the great military achievements that the Jiang family had made.
[Tsk, I knew my scumbag dad had ulterior motives for suddenly joining us. Turns out he's trying to force the old general to abdicate and hand over his military power.]
[As expected, during times of war, the king hopes you will be strong enough to fight on his behalf. If you still try to be strong during times of national security, you will be doomed.]
[Alas, loyal ministers have always had short lives. After all, what a king needs is a sharp sword that can obey orders, not a commander whose achievements overshadow his own.]
After hearing the little brat's thoughts, the tyrant suddenly felt like a bolt of thunder struck his mind.
Looking at the old general's attitude, he realized that he thought he was here to ask him to abdicate and hand over his military power?
He had never thought of this before!
General Jiang: "Your Majesty, I am now old and I think it is time to step down..."
"Mr. Master!"
Before General Jiang could finish his words, the Tyrant suddenly stood up and walked over to him. He took both of his hands and said solemnly, "When I was still a prince who was bullied by everyone, it was you, my mentor, who extended a helping hand to me. Without you, my mentor, I would never be who I am today. Back then, when Emperor Lixu was incompetent and tyrannical, you and I discussed our ideals on Mount Tai, vowing to overthrow the tyranny and establish a new government. Now we have achieved the first step."
I know that although the country is peaceful and the people are safe, there are still undercurrents of treacherous officials from all sides, and I need the company of a mentor. Although it has always been said that those who are more powerful than their masters will arouse the suspicion of the emperor, I believe that emperors who are afraid and jealous of their ministers who are more powerful than their masters are useless and unworthy of being emperors!
I will suspect all the ministers in the court of being disloyal to me, but I will never doubt you, my dear teacher. If one day you betray me and abandon me, it must be because I have done something wrong and am unworthy of being the monarch of Dongming!"
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