Jiang Qinyu was also a little puzzled. Lu Yanzheng had been back for some time now, and every day, besides spending time with her, he was handling official business. She hadn't seen him make any other preparations.
However, she believed that Lu Yanzheng could definitely handle his own affairs, so she didn't ask any questions.
Other villagers were also secretly speculating, and Grandpa Jiang and others even went to Village Chief Li's house to ask.
"What do you think Ah Zheng means by this?" Grandpa Jiang looked at everyone and spoke first.
It wasn't that he was in a hurry to make Lu Yanzheng the emperor, but the people outside were saying that as long as Lu Yanzheng became the emperor, all the people in the world would have a good life, and their Yongshan County would become the new capital. Many families with extra money were trying to buy more land, thinking that they could make a fortune in no time.
Village Chief Li glanced at everyone, and before they could express their opinions, he declared, "I don't care what you think, but I support A-Zheng. I will support whatever decision he makes. Even if he doesn't become emperor, he will still be the most promising person in our village and the most worthy of our following!"
After he said that, those who wanted to say something didn't know how to start. After looking at each other, they all echoed what Village Chief Li said.
“The village chief is right. We shouldn’t care what others say, or what A-Zheng becoming emperor could bring us. We’re doing well enough as we are now. Let the rest take its course!” Grandpa Jiang had come to his senses.
Whether Lu Yanzheng becomes emperor or not is none of his business; he just needs to live his own life well.
Seeing their reaction, Village Chief Li said nothing more and quickly sent them all away.
After seeing the person leave, Meng came over and asked, "Husband, what do you think A-Zheng is thinking?"
"How would I know?" Village Chief Li rolled his eyes. "Anyway, whatever A-Zheng decides to do, he must have thought it through carefully. We should just follow them and live our lives well."
In fact, he had privately pondered Lu Yanzheng's thoughts. It seemed that Lu Yanzheng did not want to be emperor. But why? If he didn't, who would? If someone else became emperor, would the people still have a good life?
Although everyone in Dingshui Village believed in Lu Yanzheng's decision, they were still uneasy. After all, they trusted Lu Yanzheng's character, but they couldn't be so sure about someone else.
Just then, a group of people secretly arrived from the capital and entered the small house where Old Master Lu and Qin Daru lived one night.
Upon seeing the newcomers, Old Master Lu's expression was indescribable. He turned to look at Qin Ziyi and asked, "Did you invite all these esteemed elders?"
Qin Ziyi nodded, "Yes, it's not a good idea for the prince to keep refusing to ascend the throne. I don't mean to do anything, I just want to ask him what he's thinking."
The main problem is that Lu Yanzheng's current state makes it hard to feel at ease.
Old Master Lu could understand his thoughts, but he somewhat disagreed, "The Prince must have his reasons for doing this. Let's just wait and see. What you're doing..."
He glanced at the old men and sighed, "Isn't this forcing the prince to ascend the throne quickly?"
Anyway, he could tell that Lu Yanzheng was not the kind of person who could be coerced, and Qin Ziyi and the others' actions were likely to backfire.
However, Qin Ziyi had already gone this far, and the die was cast. He could only discuss the matter in hushed tones with the senior officials.
...
At Jiang Qinyu's home, the whole family had just finished breakfast. Lu Yanzheng was about to go to the study with Jiang Qinyu when the gatekeeper came to report that Qin Ziyi had arrived.
"What is Grandpa Qin doing?" Jiang Qinyu looked at the door curiously. "He is Shufan and Pan'er's teacher. He wouldn't have done this before when he came over."
Qin Ziyi has always been very casual and has never pulled this stunt before. What's wrong with him today?
Lu Yanzheng shook his head, "You'll find out soon enough."
The two went straight to the flower hall, and soon Yunzhu brought Qin Ziyi and several old men in.
Seeing this scene, Jiang Qinyu was even more confused.
"Greetings, Your Highness." Qin Ziyi and the others bowed, but it was a very formal greeting from subordinates to superiors.
Lu Yanzheng glanced at the others, had a guess in his mind, and nodded, saying, "No need for formalities, everyone, please sit down."
Qin Ziyi and the others did not sit down, but instead began to introduce themselves.
"I was the former Chancellor of the Imperial Academy..."
"I am but a humble old man, formerly serving in the Court of State Ceremonial..."
"Old man..."
Hearing this, Jiang Qinyu understood and some thoughts began to emerge in her mind.
Lu Yanzheng remained expressionless until they had all finished introducing themselves, then he looked at them and asked, "Gentlemen, you have come from afar. May I ask what brings you here?"
The elders were taken aback by his direct question. After exchanging glances, they all knelt down, kowtowing and shouting, "We implore Your Highness to ascend the throne as Emperor as soon as possible and bring prosperity to the people!"
Jiang Qinyu gave an "I knew it" look and turned to look at Lu Yanzheng.
Lu Yanzheng's expression remained calm, without even pausing, and he raised his hand, saying, "Please rise, esteemed elders."
Qin Ziyi and the others didn't know whether he had agreed or not, so no one dared to get up.
Seeing this, Lu Yanzheng got up and personally helped them up.
Since he had done all that, these people naturally dared not not to get up, but they were still unsure of themselves!
Just as everyone was looking at each other in bewilderment, Lu Yanzheng spoke again.
"I understand what you elders are thinking, but... you should all go back and wait for news."
Clearly, Lu Yanzheng didn't want to say much to these people. He simply nodded to everyone, then asked Yunzhu to see the guests out, while he helped Jiang Qinyu walk towards the study.
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