The emperor probably also knew that Leng Yu and Luo Lan did not have much feelings for Concubine Li, so it seemed unlikely that she would be made a concubine dowager. However, what identity she should have to stay in the palace became the biggest problem at the moment.
Leng Yu pondered for a moment, then bowed and clasped his fists, saying:
"Your Majesty, rest assured. Imperial Concubine Li is Yu'er's biological mother. If Yu'er is to remain in the palace, Imperial Concubine Li should naturally remain by his side to look after him. After I ascend the throne, I will issue an edict to confer the title of Grand Concubine Li on Imperial Concubine Li, and she will take care of Yu'er. Do you think this is appropriate?"
Hearing Leng Yu say this, Concubine Li's eyes suddenly reddened. She bit her lip tightly and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty. I originally thought that if Yu'er hadn't been around, I would have been buried with the retired emperor after he passed away. But I couldn't bear to leave Yu'er behind, and I was afraid there wouldn't be a place for me in this palace. Now, Your Majesty is willing to give me such a high status. I am really... really grateful."
The Emperor wore a pleased smile on his face, but he still instructed:
"My beloved concubine Li, although Yu'er gave you the title of Grand Concubine, it was also for Yu'er's sake. In the future, when you live in the palace, you should only take care of Yu'er and not get involved in other matters. You must remember not to stir up trouble in the harem. In all matters, Luo Lan must be the priority. Do you understand?"
Concubine Li nodded repeatedly in response.
"Don't worry, Your Majesty, I understand."
The emperor looked at Leng Yu again.
"Yu'er, Liu Xi has been with me for decades. Although he is old now, he is still energetic. After I leave, let him take care of you."
Hearing this, Liu Xi suddenly knelt on his knees.
"Your Majesty, please don't say such things. You are in good health and will not die."
The emperor shook his head weakly and smiled bitterly.
"Liu Xi, you've been deceiving me with these words for years. Now it's time to leave. I'm leaving, but I can't bear to leave you behind. If you're willing to stay in the palace, then stay with Yu'er."
Liu Xi bit his lips tightly, neither agreeing nor refusing, but just kneeling quietly with a gloomy look in his eyes.
"Also, cough cough cough..."
The emperor suddenly started coughing violently. Liu Xi hurriedly got up from the ground and stepped forward to pat his back.
Leng Yu also came closer and comforted softly:
"Father, please take a break. We can talk tomorrow if you have anything to say."
"It's no use. Father is leaving. Yu'er, I feel the greatest indebtedness to you in my life. Now... I have to go... I have to go find your mother... and admit... I admit my mistake..."
After leaving these words, the emperor's hands suddenly dropped and his eyes gently closed.
"The Emperor..."
"Father..."
"emperor……"
Liu Xi closed his eyes tightly, wailed in pain, and then shouted loudly at the top of his lungs:
"The Emperor has passed away!"
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