"The new emperor is young and has not yet taken power. How can his will be valid?"
"Yeah yeah."
The ministers were arguing, but Prime Minister He on the side was also unhappy and had the same sad face.
Judging from the current situation, although the regent taking the throne is the best outcome for their He family, on the other hand, in addition to being the helmsman of the He family, Prime Minister He is also the prime minister of the Great Zhou. How can he not be worried?
He Xiang didn't even have time to feel sad for his great-grandson before he received such news. Now he was mixed with sadness and joy, and was almost worried to death.
After arguing for a long time without any result, Shangshu Ling and others could not help but look towards the royal family.
It's already this late, why don't they say a word?
The first ones to be questioned were naturally Prince Su and Prince Jin, who are now in charge of the royal family.
However, what they didn't expect was that Prince Su and Prince Jin acted as if they had discussed it beforehand and had no objections at all.
"We agree."
The two of them seemed to have no complaints at all and were even more obedient than when Emperor Taicheng came to the throne. If you didn't know him, you would think that the regent was very wise and powerful.
Anyway, Prince Su and Prince Jin now have only one request for the new emperor, that he must be alive. As for the rest, they don't have too high demands.
There is no way. Two emperors have died in succession. They are really scared of death.
In fact, if you think about it carefully, Xiaojiu is not completely without merit. Although he is a bit absurd, at least he will not bully the common people. He has been a prince for so many years and has not done anything that is harmful to the world. He is not a cruel person, so... Well, let it be.
The breath was stuck in his throat and he couldn't swallow it, nor could he exhale it. There was no other way, so the Shangshu Ling and others had to turn their attention to Prince Ding and his men.
They thought that Prince Ding and others would object, but they didn't expect that Prince Ding would surrender without saying a word.
Anyway, it’s impossible for me to get along with Yan’er and the others, so I’ll just choose the best solution.
Among all the brothers, Xiaojiu is the best to their family. He has been like this since he was a prince and has never been greedy for anything. Isn't he much better than Laoba?
As for the Fifth Prince, he thought about it carefully and felt that if it was Xiaojiu, it seemed... barely acceptable?
It’s much better than the seventh one.
As for the Eighth Prince, he did have some ideas, but he was no match for the First Prince now, so how could he talk about anything else?
I really don't know what kind of magic potion Xiao Jiu gave to the eldest brother, causing him to ignore even his own brother. The eighth prince was resentful and hateful, but he could do nothing about it.
Then there is the old Duke of Zhenguo. The Prince Regent is the grandson of the old Duke of Zhenguo. As the saying goes, even a broken ship still has three pounds of nails. Although the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion has declined, at this time, anyone who is not a fool will stand on the side of the old Duke of Zhenguo.
Regardless of whether they still believed in the old Duke in their hearts as much as they did in the past, this obvious free opportunity to follow the old Duke was simply a godsend.
So this was another wave of obedience.
Then there were the group of students that Ye Shuo had let loose in the court. Although they didn't know how the teacher who had always said that he would never become an emperor ended up in this situation, as his students, Zou Wu and the others naturally had no choice but to follow his lead.
Originally they were a little skeptical as to whether they could help as they had little influence, but it had only been a short time since the morning court session and they were just one step away from the final blow, so naturally they wanted to help out.
Soon, the Shangshu Ling felt as if someone was pulling his official robe. When he turned around, he saw that it was his disciple.
"Teacher, if it really doesn't work, let's just leave it like this. There's really no other way..."
"Apart from being too playful and not interested in studying, the Prince Regent has no other obvious faults."
Moreover, these two problems were not considered problems in the eyes of Zou Wu and others. After all, they knew exactly how capable the teacher was, but they just couldn't say it out loud.
The Shangshu Ling and several other important officials looked around and saw that everyone was looking at them. For some reason, they suddenly felt that the situation was hopeless and they were powerless to reverse it.
No matter what they do, they can't win against so many people!
The most important thing is that if they continue to oppose, things will probably get worse.
The regent is now the popular choice. If it were any other prince or grandson, how could they have such great power? Even if they were in power, others would not accept it, and chaos would still occur in the end.
So indeed, there is only this one left.
At this moment, the Shangshu Ling and his companions could no longer deceive themselves. It was not that the royal family did not want to choose, but that they really could not choose.
Finally, Empress Dowager He announced in person behind the curtain that the matter was settled. The next emperor of the Great Zhou would be the Ninth Prince back then, and now the Ninth Prince Uncle.
The Regent's life was worthwhile. He didn't have to study late into the night, and he didn't even have to do any work for the court. Yet, he was able to become the emperor.
Thinking about Emperor Taicheng again... everyone suddenly felt that when the posthumous title "Ping" was given to Emperor Taicheng, it might have been too harsh.
"Your Highness, congratulations to the Regent... Wait, where is the Regent?"
Looking around, everyone was arguing for a long time before they realized that among the royal family members in uniform, there was no trace of Ye Shuo.
It's already this late and he's still late.
Even though Prince Su and Prince Jin were prepared, they couldn't help but gasp.
Oh my god…
On the other side, Prince Rui’s Mansion——
It was already late at night when Ye Shuo watched Li Yuheng clean up the rebels last night. After everything settled down, Ye Shuo hurried back to his home and fell asleep.
Take advantage of this time to catch up on some sleep, there are still many things to do later.
As a result, I slept until dawn.
Looking at the sun outside, Ye Shuo couldn't help but think, it has been such a long time, the Xuanzheng Hall must have had some results, and it would be a good opportunity for him to go there now and pick up the ready-made ones.
Just at this moment, Yao Zhi walked in from outside with a lunch box.
It’s late anyway, so it doesn’t matter if I wait a little longer, but I can’t miss breakfast.
Although Ye Shuo's current behavior was extremely normal, Yao Zhi couldn't help but think of the scene last night when he was sitting there alone, with his arms on his knees, blood dripping from his fingertips, facing the corpses all over the ground.
At that moment, Yao Zhi saw deep fatigue in his eyes.
Yao Zhi understood clearly that it was not physical tiredness, but... mental tiredness.
Yao Zhi couldn't help it, and when he put down his chopsticks, she hugged him from behind.
"Are you... okay?"
"sorry."
The two spoke almost at the same time. After they reacted, Yao Zhi and Ye Shuo understood what the other was saying.
Yao Zhi was naturally worried about him, and Ye Shuo's words were naturally referring to the fact that he was about to become emperor.
Yao Zhi had never thought about it this way before, but now she realized it belatedly. If he became the emperor, then wouldn’t she be the queen???
"...I still remember that a few years ago you said that you would be an idle prince for the rest of your life." Yao Zhi now deeply felt that she had been deceived.
Ye Shuo pulled the corner of his mouth: "I don't want to either...it's because my sixth brother is so disappointing."
If Emperor Taicheng had been more motivated, this would never have happened.
Yao Zhi and Ye Shuo looked at each other, and as their eyes met, the couple sighed in unison.
Yao Zhi opened her mouth, wanting to say something but stopping herself: "So...what should I do now?"
Ye Shuo was silent for a moment, then asked, "Do you want to leave?"
Yao Zhi also asked: "Will you let me go?"
If it was before, Ye Shuo might have let her go, but now...
Ye Shuo shook his head and said very honestly: "No. Even if you want to run away, I will find a way to catch you back."
Under such circumstances, Ye Shuo had no way of opening up to any other woman again and entrusting himself to her again like he did to her.
That's it, what else is there to say? Yao Zhi couldn't help but glared at him.
"Now that you've said that, do I have any other choice but to stay?"
Ye Shuo still shook his head: "No more."
Yao Zhi couldn't help it and gritted her teeth. She felt a mixture of love and hate for him in her heart.
But what can I do? I have to accept my fate by meeting such an enemy in this life.
"But I've already said that even if you become the emperor, you can't have other women." Wasn't that the reason why Yao Zhi married him in the first place? A lifelong couple, even a chivalrous woman would want that...
Otherwise, even if Yao Zhi was blinded by beauty at the beginning, she would not have jumped into this big pit!
"Or, if you have another woman, you have to let me go."
Ye Shuo tightened his grip on her arm: "Okay."
Now that everything had been said, Yao Zhi had nothing to worry about. Because it was him, Yao Zhi was willing to entrust her trust.
"Also, I come from a humble background and I don't know how to be a queen. If there is anything I don't do well enough, you can't blame me."
Ye Shuo thought about it and was about to say that it was okay, as it was his first time being an emperor, but she said, "Of course, I will work hard to learn, and I hope I can learn it."
"Before you brought me here, you lied to me twice, but I am willing to trust you one more time."
That's enough.
About half an incense stick later, Ye Shuo went out and saw Li Yuheng already waiting there.
As for the several bandit leaders, the Tenth King, the Eleventh King, the Twelfth King and the three others, as well as the Shangingqitun Army were naturally in Li Yuheng's hands.
Li Yuheng had not expected that the Ninth Prince had indeed not asked him to repay his favor, but now he had to desperately try to please him.
If he was not the ninth prince, which prince or grandson of the emperor would be willing to use him after ascending the throne?
Li Yuheng had spent more than ten years to finally climb to his current position, so how could he be willing to give it up to others?
So following Ye Shuo was his only choice.
By the time Ye Shuo arrived at the Xuan Zheng Hall, the court officials and royal family members had already finished their discussion.
Then came the matter of Ye Xun and the Tenth King, the Eleventh King, and the Twelfth King.
Everyone gnashed their teeth, but Ye Shuo pretended not to see it and asked them what they were going to do.
It's sad to say that Ye Xun, the legitimate grandson of the emperor, is not even as important as the Tenth King, the Eleventh King, and the Twelfth King.
Although Ye Xun's planning of rebellion was shocking, he was dead now, and General Yun Hui behind Ye Xun was also caught. Everyone just sighed a few words and threw him aside.
However, the Tenth Prince, Eleventh Prince and Twelfth Prince are a bit more difficult to deal with. After all, these three are legitimate princes. Even if they do not attract much attention, they are undoubtedly the biological sons of Emperor Jingwen.
Therefore, Prince Su and Prince Jin advocated staying.
But then again, the Regent/Xiaojiu/this guy doesn't seem to be completely incompetent. At least Ye Xun's rebellion failed.
Just when everyone was wondering if they could possibly pick up a treasure, they heard him say, "But my opinion is to kill."
"I don't care about other things, but Lao Shi is the mastermind. I can't possibly keep him here."
Making trouble at this time and even robbing the silver that the little emperor was distributing for disaster relief is simply an unforgivable crime!
Prince Su and Prince Jin also knew that this boy had committed serious sins, but they both still wanted to smooth things over. After all, they were not emperors, and they only cared about keeping the Ye family in harmony.
"No matter what, he is still your brother..."
However, before Prince Su could finish his words, Ye Shuo retorted.
Since Empress Dowager He has spoken, they must all know that he is the only one who can do it now. Although Ye Shuo himself has no way out, he must not let them control him in this regard.
Once you are caught, you will definitely be caught again and again.
Ye Shuo didn't hesitate and said, "Since I was a child, I have only heard people say that the emperor is the greatest in the world. Since I am the emperor now, you have to listen to me. If you have the final say, then you can let me be the emperor."
"Or you guys can clean up and choose another one."
Ye Shuo's attitude was very straightforward. If he became the emperor, he would have the final say on everything. If he didn't have the final say, whoever wanted to be the emperor would be the emperor.
But the question is, where can we choose anything else?
If the Great Zhou is elected again, there will be chaos.
Prince Su and Prince Jin were stunned.
King Jin was silent for a moment, then said, "Don't let go, this guy might be trying to trick me—"
However, before Prince Jin finished his words, Ye Shuo signaled Li Yuheng to throw the tied-up people to the ground.
When did even Commander Li join him?
What the hell is this!
While everyone was stunned, Ye Shuo turned around and left without hesitation. Damn it, if you want to be the emperor, you have to be happy. He doesn't want to suffer this!
Prince Jin suddenly became anxious: "No, no, no! Come back, come back, we can discuss it!"
In the face of the stability of the Great Zhou, a mere ten kings seemed... to be nothing...
The Tenth Prince thought that his status as a prince could save his life, but he never imagined that he would be abandoned so easily.
Now he finally understood that, in fact, the identity of a prince was not that secure. When he was useful, he was high and mighty, but when he was useless, he could be easily discarded.
"Ye Shuo! My mother died because of you, and now you have killed your brothers and sisters. You will be punished!"
Ye Shuo didn't care about all that. If there really was such a thing as retribution, then there would be so many victims in the epidemic area who would drag him down to the eighteenth level of hell.
"Ye Shuo! Ye Shuo! Did you hear me? I curse you to die a miserable death!"
Ye Shuo is a person with a lot of shortcomings, especially when it comes to his face and ego, he is not ambiguous at all.
No matter how harshly the Ten Kings scolded, it was just like a tickle to Ye Shuo.
But Ye Shuo's not being angry does not mean that Prince Jin and Prince Su are not angry. You know, they have finally found a healthy emperor. What if he is accidentally cursed to death by him?
I was originally planning to find a way to save him, but now... forget it!
Looking at the regent who had returned, the ministers had mixed feelings. They probably didn't expect that for such a thing, they would have to urge him so much before he would sit on the throne.
They didn't know how to cherish it during the reign of Emperor Taicheng, and now, isn't this retribution?
When it was time to offer sacrifices to the little emperor in the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Shangshu Ling and the others could no longer hold back and burst into tears on the spot.
All the capable princes of the Ye royal family died, and the Great Zhou was devastated in just a few years. Allowing such an unlearned person to be the emperor was indeed a sign of the country's demise!
Could it be that there were really too many capable princes before, so the luck of the Great Zhou was exhausted?
At this time, no matter what party they were from, they were all subjects of the Great Zhou, so they didn't have time to care about so many things.
As for He Xiang, thinking of his lovely great-grandson, even at his old age, he cried even louder.
I can’t bear it anymore, I really can’t bear it anymore!
Not to mention them, even Prince Su and Prince Jin burst into tears.
"Royal brother, royal brother!"
The two brothers really tried their best.
Looking at so many people with tears and snot streaming down their cheeks, Ye Shuo, who was standing at the front, felt so out of place for a moment.
Just when Ye Shuo was hesitating whether to help He Xiang up from the ground, he saw that He Xiang cried even harder when he saw his handsome face.
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