0p0 Chapter 699 Preparing to ascend the throne
Chapter 699 Preparing to ascend the throne
By the time Shang Zhanchen finished reviewing the memorials, it was already past noon. He could have gone home to have lunch before coming back.
But Shang Zhanchen did not agree. If he came after lunch, he would waste the whole afternoon.
He finished reviewing all the memorials and returned to the East Palace in a rage. However, he felt better when he saw Yiyi and the children.
After playing with my sons for half an afternoon and having dinner, the happiest moment arrived.
The servants were sent out early, and the two of them began their sweet moment.
Even though she was in pain all over yesterday, Shen Yiyi still tried her best to cooperate, which made Shang Zhanchen very excited.
Relying on his extraordinary physical strength, he fought until the second half of the night and finally fell asleep contentedly.
The next morning, he went to the court still in high spirits.
As before, he discussed state affairs with the ministers, and after all matters were discussed.
I was just waiting for Eunuch An to say to adjourn the court, but not only did he not say anything, he also took out an imperial edict.
Shang Zhanchen was stunned by what he saw.
"..."
I don’t know what my father is going to say, and why he didn’t tell him in advance.
When they saw Eunuch An unfold the imperial edict in his hand, everyone was stunned and then knelt down.
"The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims that I am now old and not as strong as before, so I have decided to pass the throne to the Crown Prince, so that he can enjoy his remaining years in peace. I hope that the Crown Prince will not let me down and always put the people first..."
Eunuch De continued to read the imperial edict, and the people below were shocked.
One by one, you look at me, and I look at yours.
"..."
The emperor actually wants to abdicate in favor of the crown prince. This is something that has never been heard of from ancient times to the present.
Moreover, they had not heard any news about it before, which was too surprising for them.
The most surprised one was Shang Zhanchen, who was standing there like a fool.
"..."
No wonder my father went to my mother as soon as the court was over yesterday. It turned out he wanted to talk about this matter.
You didn't even discuss such a big matter with him, you really don't take him, the crown prince, seriously.
I am still old now, but how can I be old?
Ever since he came back from Tiansheng County this time, he felt that his father not only looked better, but also had a good appetite.
He eats just as much as he does, but he doesn't look old at all.
When the emperor saw Chen'er's face was stretched so long, he was secretly delighted.
"..."
Fortunately, I didn't tell him in advance, otherwise he would definitely not agree.
"So ordered!" After reading the last two words, Eunuch An looked at the emperor respectfully again.
"Yes." The emperor nodded with satisfaction and looked at the people present.
"All my dear friends, please be free!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Everyone then stood up.
"I know you are wondering why I made this decision. In fact, I have considered it for a long time. I am not as healthy as before.
If you can take good care of your health after abdicating and hand over the government to Chen'er, I will be relieved.
In the future, the rule of the Shang Dynasty will be up to you, my dear ministers."
"We, the ministers, will do our best to help our great business!" The voices of the crowd were like thunder.
Although this seemed sudden, he could accept it. After all, the prince's abilities were obvious to all.
Moreover, the crown prince has been in charge of state affairs during this period, so it is normal for the emperor to want to abdicate.
But Shang Zhanchen was not happy. He looked at the emperor sitting on the main seat with a sullen face.
"..."
He didn't even discuss such a big thing with me. How could he abdicate when he's in such good health?
He felt extremely depressed when he thought that he would have to take care of everything by himself in the future.
He had been thinking that he could have a few more years of leisure while his father was still alive, but now, he was suddenly attacked.
Now there is no chance to refute.
When the emperor saw Chen'er's dark face, he turned his head away.
"..."
In order to fight for the throne, the prince was willing to kill his own brothers, so he passed the throne to him early.
Not only does he not say anything but he is also secretly happy, yet he is also making such a long face. He is really ungrateful.
But he felt happy when he thought that he would not have to go to court on time every day soon and would be able to see his grandson whenever he wanted.
As soon as the morning court was over, he wanted to go to the harem to tell the queen about this matter, but was stopped by Shang Zhanchen.
"Father, why don't you discuss this matter with me first?"
"I am the emperor and have the power to decide everything." The emperor raised his neck proudly.
He is still the emperor now, and he can make whatever decision he wants.
“…” Shang Zhanchen choked.
My father is being too arrogant!
Seeing that Chen'er was blocked and couldn't speak, the emperor was in an extremely good mood.
"I have asked the Imperial Observatory to calculate the date. You can ascend the throne when the date is ready!"
After saying this, she was about to go to the harem, but was stopped by Shang Zhanchen again.
"Father, you are still the emperor, and there are still many memorials to be approved in the imperial study!"
He felt extremely depressed when he thought about how many memorials he had to review alone.
"You are going to be the emperor soon, so get used to it first, hum!" The emperor flicked his sleeves and ran towards the harem.
He is about to abdicate, why is he still reviewing memorials?
“…”Shang Zhanchen.
I knew my father would say this, so I took one look at the imperial study and walked over angrily.
The news that the emperor was going to abdicate quickly spread throughout the palace. When Shen Yiyi heard it, she thought it was just nonsense.
I went to the imperial study in person and got the exact information from Brother Chen before I believed it.
When she thought about the fact that she would soon be in charge of the harem, she began to feel depressed.
These matters were previously handled by my mother. If they were all handed over to her, wouldn’t our good days be over?
As a result, when Brother Chen came back, he looked depressed, so the originally planned activity of making the figurines was cancelled.
On the second day, the Imperial Observatory calculated an auspicious date and the coronation ceremony was scheduled for two months later, which would be February of the following year.
The reason why it was set so far away is, firstly, that the Chinese New Year is coming soon, and secondly, it gives neighboring countries enough time to come and watch the ceremony.
Three days later, letters were sent from the capital to the surrounding countries, and the announcement of the prince's imminent succession to the throne was also posted in every corner of the Great Shang Kingdom.
Although everyone knew that the prince was the only candidate to inherit the throne, no one expected it to be so early.
Could it be that the emperor is in poor health? Rumors spread everywhere for a while, but this was just speculation in the hearts of the people, and no one dared to say it out loud.
But the palace has been very busy during this period, preparing for the crown prince to ascend the throne, and even Shen Yiyi has been troubled.
Either I have to try on clothes to see if they fit, or I have to try on jewelry to see if they fit. In addition, I am busy celebrating the New Year during this period, so my comfortable life has been completely disrupted.
But everyone is in a good mood, because the New Year is coming soon.
Whether it is the prince or the emperor, they will reward them with a big red envelope. Secondly, it is also a good thing for the prince to ascend the throne.
Everyone was immersed in the joyous event of the New Year and the prince's ascension to the throne, except He Wan's courtyard, which was lifeless.
Seeing that the damn woman was about to become the queen, she could no longer tolerate it.
"Master Wan, we can start now."