Chu Fan's plan was well thought out. He wanted to ensure that after he left, the State of Wei would continue on the right path and would not be deviated from the track because of the personal desires of the new emperor.
He knew that a country's stability and prosperity depended not only on a wise monarch but also on a sound system. Therefore, he hoped that his uncle would understand his painstaking efforts and be a staunch supporter of upholding the ancestral teachings in the future.
Chu Fan believed that only through institutional constraints and the wisdom of family elders could the country's long-term stability be ensured so that the people of Wei could enjoy a peaceful and prosperous life.
At this time, Chu Fan no longer used the word "朕" which symbolized supreme power. Instead, he humbly communicated and negotiated in depth with his third uncle in the manner of a junior.
Third Uncle, the elder who had always been in contact with Chu Fan, gradually felt Chu Fan's sincerity and firm will. He nodded slowly, his tone revealing a hint of seriousness and solemnity, and said in a deep voice:
"Your Majesty, rest assured. I will go back and gather the elders of our clan. I will have them come to the palace and swear an oath with our warrior hearts. This way, Your Majesty, you will no longer have to worry about the elders of your clan violating the ancestral commandments you left behind.
We will ensure that the new emperor follows your wishes, continues to protect the peace and prosperity of our Wei State, and will never let our people suffer any more hardships." Third Uncle's words were full of respect for Chu Fan and his commitment to the future of Wei State.
Chu Fan originally wanted to express his own opinion, but there was no need to do so. However, his third uncle did not give him this opportunity.
After saying these words, Third Uncle quickly left the palace, his steps firm and swift. Once outside the palace, Third Uncle unleashed his Qing Gong skills without hesitation, his figure like a gust of wind, swiftly flying towards the residence of the clan elders.
However, when Third Uncle returned to the royal residence, he did not remain calm as he had in the palace. He immediately took action and summoned all the elders of the clan. Many of the elders were urgently awakened from their sleep, their faces still covered with dissatisfaction and anger.
After all, anyone would inevitably feel unhappy if their peaceful sleep was disturbed. But Third Uncle knew the urgency of the matter and did not allow him to hesitate even a little.
Third Uncle didn't have time to dwell on these details. He ordered those who had already woken up to immediately gather the other elders who were still unaware of the situation. He himself hurried to Chuitai Mountain to request the return of ancestor Chu Yuanwu so that he could take command.
Clearly, the complexity of this matter had already exceeded his personal ability to handle, and the final decision had to be made by the clan's Grandmaster. Third Uncle acted swiftly and decisively, knowing that time was of the essence and no room for error.
Since most of the elders in the royal family were highly skilled warriors, they were very unhappy about being disturbed during their rest. However, they also knew Third Uncle's character well and knew that this matter must be of great importance. Therefore, soon after, the elders of the royal family gathered in the meeting hall.
At first, the elders who had been hastily awakened by Third Uncle were still a little dissatisfied and sleepy, but as more and more elders arrived, they began to realize the seriousness of the situation, gradually put away their dissatisfaction, and took the emergency situation seriously. The atmosphere in the meeting hall gradually became serious and tense.
The moment Third Uncle stepped into the conference room, all the royal elders present gathered around him, their eyes filled with curiosity and eagerness. They all wanted to know why Third Uncle was so eager to summon them and what important thing had happened.
Third Uncle's expression was unusually solemn. He took a deep breath and began to speak in a low, powerful voice, "This evening, His Majesty summoned me privately and posed a serious question. He asked whether we, the elders of the royal family, could uphold the teachings of our ancestors and prevent the new emperor from abusing his power.
Chu Fan hoped that we would swear an oath with a sincere heart to ensure that the new emperor would not arbitrarily change the policies and ancestral teachings he had established, and that he would not be allowed to stray from the right path, so as to ensure the peace and prosperity of our Wei State. He also revealed his intention to leave Wei State after the wedding, but Chu Fan did not reveal his specific destination or what he would do.
After Third Uncle's words fell, the meeting hall fell into a dead silence. The elders looked at each other with confusion and puzzlement on their faces. Chu Fan's family, every generation, has demonstrated extraordinary ability to govern the country. They have all been able to govern the Wei Kingdom in an orderly manner and ensure peace and prosperity for the people.
However, after completing this mission, each generation seems to have an irresistible urge to leave the pinnacle of power and pursue what they truly desire deep in their hearts. This makes people wonder whether their family really has some unknown destiny.
The atmosphere in the meeting hall grew heavy as the elders began to seriously consider the impact of Chu Fan's decision on the future of Wei. Even the other members of the Wei royal family found it difficult to truly understand this peculiar idea.
They believed that even if a person was extremely obsessed with martial arts, once he sat on the throne, the desire for power and control would be irresistible, and it would be impossible for him to have no interest in imperial power. They were confused by Chu Fan's decision and worried about the future of Wei.
Chu Yuanwu frowned and asked with a hint of doubt in his tone, "Chu Xiang, are you sure everything you said is true? Has His Majesty really made a decision?"
Third Uncle's expression was particularly solemn. He nodded slowly and answered affirmatively, "Yes, Grandfather. His Majesty has made up his mind, and he hopes that we can ensure that the new emperor will act in accordance with his will. In addition, His Majesty also mentioned that he would do something after his wedding, which may indicate that he is about to leave."
In the meeting hall, the elders who heard these words couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion. Although they were not interested in the struggle for imperial power, the State of Wei was, after all, founded by the ancestors of the Chu family, and they naturally hoped that the State of Wei would continue to prosper.
Chu Fan was not only prophesied to be the Man of Heaven, but also, judging by his performance in governing the country over the past year, he was a monarch deeply loved by the people. If the State of Wei could continue to be governed by Chu Fan, the country's future would undoubtedly be bright.
However, the question was whether the new emperor could continue to maintain this prosperity once Chu Fan decided to leave. This became a major issue that the elders had to consider carefully. The atmosphere in the meeting hall became tense, and the elders began to seriously discuss the impact of Chu Fan's decision on the future of Wei.
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