Is His Royal Highness the Crown Prince supposed to take charge of government affairs? Act as regent?
Apart from the Old Wise King and others present, the only people who knew about it were the officials from the Ministry of Rites.
The new emperor's coronation ceremony would be held in three days. The officials of the Ministry of Rites were extremely busy. They also had to keep the matter secret and not let anyone know. They also had to come up with a good reason to withdraw money from the Ministry of Revenue...
The Minister of Rites glanced at the Minister of Revenue who was still lost in thought, and pursed his lips unconsciously.
Didn’t they say that there was no extra money to allocate to the Ministry of Rites?
I will have some extra money after court today.
The Minister of Revenue seemed to sense something, turned his head to look at the Minister of Rites, and snorted coldly.
There's nothing important to do next, so why would I need money?!
"My dear ministers, if you have anything to say, please report it to me immediately." The majestic voice of Emperor Qianyuan sounded, and the ministers' wandering thoughts instantly stopped.
The Minister of Works stepped out hurriedly and said, "I have something to report."
"Okay, we'll talk later." Emperor Qianyuan looked at Su Xingyi, who was three steps away from him on the left. "Ayi, listen carefully to the requests of the ministers today. If you think it is feasible, you can approve it without asking for my opinion!"
"Yes, Father.
"Fuck..." Shangguan Yu opened his mouth but was stopped by Dongfang Yinzhang, who whispered in his ear, "Don't worry, there won't be much business today, but we must show the ministers how capable Ayi is in handling government affairs."
Shangguan Yu nodded, thinking it made sense. He would return to Dongjun to inherit the throne after today, and he could go back with peace of mind only if Ayi was capable.
The ministers were shocked, as they had guessed correctly: the emperor wanted the crown prince to be regent.
Emperor Qianyuan glanced at the Minister of Works and said, "You may speak now."
"Your Majesty, Your Highness, the weather is getting colder, and this year is likely to be a harsh winter. In previous years, many people could not withstand the severe cold, and a cold snap could kill them. I recently learned that some wealthy families in southern counties spent money last year to build fire walls to keep out the cold. They are said to be warmer than common cold-weather measures such as burning braziers and sitting on heated chairs. It is said that simply burning charcoal in the stove will heat the walls, thus warming the entire room. However, this renovation is very expensive, and only the wealthy can afford it. I request that a sum of money be allocated to the people to build fire walls."
"The one who knows how to modify the firewall is Master He Jianzhang."
"Yes, Your Highness."
"Did he say who designed this wall of fire?"
The Minister of Works said, "He didn't say it, nor did he claim it was his own idea. Last year, he renovated several wealthy families' fire walls, and they're indeed very effective in keeping out the cold. This year, he's willing to hand them over so that they can be renovated by the people in the name of the court..."
"Okay, this is a good thing that benefits both the country and the people. However, the north is colder than the south, and the fire wall and the kang together can better keep out the cold. Tomorrow, I will send the design drawings of the fire wall and kang to the Ministry of Works. Your Ministry of Works and He Jianzhang's people will work together to renovate the people. By the way, this was the Crown Princess's idea, and this is being done in her name."
When these words were spoken, everyone in the audience was shocked!
The Crown Princess is so talented that she not only taught herself medicine, but also benefits the people.
Emperor Qianyuan was also surprised. The rare ingredient had not been made public yet, but it was obvious that his ministers would know about it soon.
He really picked a good wife for Su Xingyi.
In contrast, none of his own harem could bring benefits to the people.
He had to admit that his mother was only thinking about fighting for power.
The Minister of Works reacted and said hurriedly, "It's His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."
Su Xingyi looked at the ministers and said, "Okay, next one."
Next, seven or eight officials came out one after another to make requests.
Then came the two words "approved" from Su Xingyi's mouth, which left no room for doubt.
The four brothers and sisters looked at Su Xingyi on the imperial steps, who was obviously different from before, their eyes full of admiration mixed with a hint of worship and awe.
Their father was a wise and powerful emperor.
"Is there anything else you want to say?" Su Xingyi asked calmly.
No one came out of the hall from then on.
"Emperor Qianyuan, since someone has come to make a report, should we..."
"Li Haiying!" Emperor Qianyuan interrupted Shangguan Yu, "Bring it up."
When the five imperial edicts were brought out, the ministers shouted in their hearts, it has come, it has come, the big event of the day has come.
Emperor Qianyuan picked up the abdication edict, glanced at the eastern seal, and said in a deep voice, "My fellow ministers, you have seen today that the Crown Prince is very capable in handling state affairs. I am very pleased. I am now exhausted and unable to handle state affairs. From now on, all major state affairs will be handed over to the Crown Prince. I believe that the Crown Prince will govern our Beiyi in an orderly manner, and the people will live more and more prosperously. You must also do your best to assist the Crown Prince and work together with him to benefit the people. I have decided to abdicate and let someone more capable do the job."
"Your Majesty, please reconsider! The Crown Prince is still young and needs your personal guidance..."
The emperor was very pleased to see that those who spoke out were officials who supported him, and he felt that his salaries to support them were not in vain.
"Ahem..." Emperor Qianyuan coughed twice. "You have all seen the Crown Prince's abilities. Even I considered his suggestion just now. This is enough to prove that the Crown Prince is very talented in governing the country. I have made up my mind. Why don't you stop trying to persuade me?"
Emperor Qianyuan then read out the abdication edict, and named Empress Dowager Du as the Holy King Grand Empress Dowager, and moved her to Shoukang Palace to live out her days.
Queen Du Xingruo was named the Queen Mother of the Holy King and was allowed to leave the palace and live in the Holy King's Palace.
Emperor Qianyuan proclaimed himself the Supreme Emperor and retained the power to depose the crown prince and some military power.
Shangguan Yu knew that he would not abdicate honestly, but now that Ayi was the emperor, wouldn't it be very easy to undermine his power?
Xiao Xier frowned. Emperor Qianyuan was not only cunning, but also had a poor brain.
Daddy is the emperor, how can he depose him?
Emperor Qianyuan ignored Shangguan Yu and Dongfang Yinzhang's thoughts. He picked up the last imperial edict and read it out in front of all the ministers, appointing Su Xingyi as the new emperor.
The ministers suddenly realized that the emperor was not asking the crown prince to be regent, but directly appointing him as the new emperor.
"Ayi." Emperor Qianyuan put down the imperial edict and rose from the throne he had held for over twenty-three years. He pulled Su Xingyi to the dragon throne and said to him, "Once you sit on it, you will shoulder the responsibility of the rise and fall of the country. You cannot indulge in sentimental relationships and must prioritize state affairs. The people are watching your every word and action. As the saying goes, water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it. The slightest mistake could lead to the destruction of your country and your family... Are you afraid?"
Emperor Qianyuan deliberately spoke more harshly so that he would give up.
"I'm not afraid. I will diligently handle state affairs, prosper the Beiyi economy, and ensure that the people have enough food and clothing..."
As long as the people have enough food and clothing, Xiaoyu and the children will live a better life.
Emperor Qianyuan saw the determination in his eyes, and with his virtuous wife Xiao Lingyu as his support, as well as the help from the other three countries, he could indeed become a wise ruler.
Emperor Qianyuan felt a little uncomfortable in his heart, but he smiled and said, "Okay, sit down quickly. From now on, you are the ruler of a country."
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