Chapter 335 Entering the Palace to Reminisce
Chapter 335 Entering the Palace to Reminisce
Gu Zixuan looked surprised, but Gu Zilu could no longer explain and could only comfort him, "Brother, please listen to me. Remember, remember!"
Although Gu Zixuan was confused, he still nodded. It was not Gu Zilu's turn to attend the morning court, after all, he was only a sixth-rank editor in the Hanlin Academy. However, Gu Zixuan could attend the morning court, and he was in an important position where he could have a say.
After the two brothers finished their plan, they went to rest. Tomorrow would be the first day of the new emperor's accession to the throne and also the first day of the morning court.
Early in the morning, all the court officials gathered in the corridor, waiting for the eunuch to sing the order to go to court.
Soon, civil and military ministers lined up to enter. Dou Qin stood at the head of the civil officials, and Gu Zixuan stood at the head of the military officials, with a clear distinction between them.
When the new emperor ascended the throne, there was basically no opposition. As early as when the retired emperor thoroughly investigated the case of Concubine Zhuang, those opponents had been cleared out. Even if the remaining ones had complaints, there was nothing they could do. Zhao Huaiguang removed all obstacles and rehabilitated his biological mother, Concubine Zhuang. Now Concubine Zhuang was posthumously named Empress Dowager Zhuang Yi, which is extremely honorable.
In the crowd, everyone lowered their heads, only Yin Zhengnan secretly looked at Zhao Huaiguang.
The young emperor on the dragon throne wiped off the previous cover-up and revealed his real age, but in fact he did not look much older. After all, for men, although their adolescence is short, their youth is still very long.
Yin Zhengnan did not feel that the age difference was that big, but because of the obstruction of the crown, it was inevitable that he could not see Zhao Huaiguang's face clearly. However, the emperor was high above and so majestic that Yin Zhengnan did not dare to look at him for too long and hurriedly lowered his head.
Zhao Huaiguang, who sat on the throne, was really full of momentum.
Yin Zhengnan was secretly shocked, but he still had hope in his heart, wondering if Zhao Huaiguang would still miss their former friendship...
The first day's morning court session was nothing more than a formality.
Zhao Huaiguang was very comfortable with this. He expressed on the spot that he wanted to reward the heroes, and the first person he asked was Gu Zixuan.
"The Duke of the Protectorate has made great contributions in protecting the Emperor. I have always remembered this. If you have any requests, please feel free to ask."
After hearing this, Gu Zixuan was secretly shocked. Gu Zilu had also mentioned last night that the new emperor might ask him to make a request after ascending the throne. Gu Zixuan felt that he had already received too many benefits and the emperor should not reward him again. Who knew that now, it actually happened.
He pondered for a moment and then told his fifth brother what he had said last night.
"Minister, I have a request."
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone looked over, even Yin Zhengnan was secretly pulling at the corner of his clothes from behind.
Everyone knew that Gu Zixuan had received many titles from the emperor, and even married Princess Mingyu, but now he was asking for a reward? Wasn't that a bit too much?
Dou Qin secretly glanced at Zhao Huaiguang's face. The emperor's face was obscured by the crown and he could not see anything clearly. Only the majestic voice came slowly: "Tell me about it."
Gu Zixuan bowed and said, "I would like to ask for a first-rank imperial decree for my biological mother, Su!"
Ask for a first-rank imperial decree for Su Jin?
Everyone was stunned for a moment, and Gu Zixuan continued, "My biological mother, Mrs. Su, has sacrificed too much for her children. At the banquet, I learned all the humiliation that my mother had suffered. At that time, I vowed to ask for a first-rank imperial decree for my mother, but my fifth brother said it first. Now that I have become the Duke of the Protectorate, I should ask for an imperial decree for my mother to repay her hard work and the grievances she has suffered. Please grant my wish, Your Majesty."
Most people here knew what happened at the Enrong Banquet, especially people like Dou Qin who saw it with their own eyes. Gu Zixuan's remarks could be attributed to filial piety. Although it was inappropriate to ask for another title, it was not excessive.
Everyone looked at Zhao Huaiguang.
Gu Zixuan also looked at Zhao Huaiguang.
He remembered what Gu Zilu said last night.
He said that Zhao Huaiguang loved his mother, and at first he didn't understand how he could compete with Prince Rui. Now he knows. If he becomes the emperor, won't he be able to win?
Therefore, Gu Zilu came up with this plan, which is to ask for an imperial decree for Su Jin. If Zhao Huaiguang agrees, then Su Jin's identity will be that of an official's wife for the rest of her life. Even if she is the emperor, she has to save face and cannot be like that thief Cao, who only loves other people's wives, right?
But if Zhao Huaiguang refuses...
Zhao Huaiguang's intention was confirmed there, so Gu Zilu had no choice but to take his mother out of the capital and take temporary refuge in the manor given by the clan elders.
Gu Zixuan understood in his heart and agreed with his brother's plan, so now, his attitude was sincere and resolute, embodying the image of a filial son to the fullest.
Yes, the only thing he asked for was to honor his mother and ask for an imperial decree. Gu Zilu had also mentioned this at the banquet, so it was not an overstep.
The entire Zi Chen Palace was unusually quiet.
No one spoke, and everyone was just waiting for Zhao Huaiguang's answer.
The young emperor was dignified and solemn. He knew what Gu Zixuan meant. After a while, he said solemnly, "Approved."
Gu Zixuan's heart trembled, and finally he slowly relaxed.
Actually, you agreed?
Then just as Lu Ge'er said, mother must be safe.
Very good.
Gu Zixuan was filled with joy and kowtowed to express his gratitude immediately.
The morning court session ended, and the imperial edict of enthronement was delivered to Su Jin's residence in the afternoon.
A first-rank imperial edict is a great honor.
Everyone was very happy at once, even Jinchuan and Yuchuan came to congratulate them. The Grand Princess specially ordered people to send expensive gifts, and Su Jin's mansion was crowded with people.
After Su Jin was granted an imperial title, more and more ladies of noble birth came to visit him.
At the beginning, there were not many guests in Su Jin's house. But after Gu Zixuan became the Duke of Protector of the Country, his daughter married the son of the Grand Princess, and Gu Zilu won the top six places in the imperial examination, more ladies of honor came to visit. Although Su Jin is single now, the house is very lively.
Now that she was granted the first-rank imperial decree, more people came to her.
Looking at the people who kept coming and going to congratulate him, Su Jin's mouth twitched. He really wished he could just close the door and not see anyone.
At first, when Gu Zilu said he would confer a first-rank imperial title on her, she was quite excited and happy. But now that she really has a first-rank imperial title, but has to entertain guests, Su Jin feels numb all over.
Imperial edict, imperial edict. If I had known I would be so busy, why would I bother with an imperial edict?
Su Jin rubbed his brows and sighed. Jin Chuan smiled and said, "Let me give you a massage. I haven't given you a massage for a long time. I miss you so much. Please fulfill my wish!"
After saying that, he started to pinch Su Jin, which made him feel extremely comfortable.
Jin Chuan's daughter is already one year old, but she was not brought here today. Jin Chuan has been freed from slavery, and the person she is most grateful to is Su Jin.
If possible, she really hopes to stay with Su Jin for the rest of her life and serve their sixth daughter.
The people outside were received by Su's mother. Gu Sui Yu was about to give birth, so Su Jin asked her to have a good rest at home.
In the midst of his busy schedule, a eunuch came to deliver the emperor's oral instructions.
Just one sentence, please invite Su Jin to the palace to accompany the Empress Dowager to reminisce the past.