mtlumby2d Chapter 208 Extra (1) Parallel World 13
Chapter 208 Extra (1) Parallel World 13
Chapter 208 Extra (1) Parallel World 13
Constrained by filial piety, the pent-up frustration and resentment he had suffered under the Empress Dowager Qin for many years seemed to erupt all at once today.
After the heavy voice landed, the resentment that had been suppressed in his heart for many years was gradually released, and then it filled Emperor Longyun's chest like a wildfire.
He had been putting up with this crazy woman for a very long time.
"You accuse the Fifth Prince so vehemently and demand that I punish him severely. Do you think the Qin family should not be killed for treason, or do you think my decree is unimportant?"
Han Chenyuan, if you think the Empress Dowager is the true master of Changping, and that you can be blinded by right and wrong and attack the princes for her sake, then you should lose your official hat and become the Empress Dowager's subject!
Someone like you is absolutely unacceptable to me!
A few words were enough to plunge Han Chenyuan into hell.
"His Majesty--"
Han Chenyuan only had time to let out a heart-wrenching scream before he felt his blood surge and his body suddenly go limp. He collapsed heavily to his knees on the stone floor with a thud, his face filled with panic and fear, unable to utter a word for a moment.
The atmosphere inside the hall instantly became as if cold water had been poured into a boiling oil pan, causing the atmosphere to explode.
"Your Majesty!" someone immediately pleaded, "Your Majesty, please calm your anger. Minister Han is merely a bit rigid and has no intention of betraying Your Majesty. We beg Your Majesty's forgiveness!"
"Your Majesty, please calm your anger. Minister Han was likely just momentarily confused..."
"His Majesty!"
……
Many ministers and officials from the Ministry of Rites who shared similar temperaments with Han Chenyuan came out to plead for him, but Emperor Longyun didn't even glance at Han Chenyuan, who was already slumped on the ground like a lump of mud.
He waved his hand, his tone firm and indifferent, "Mu Bolin, why haven't you dragged him out, stripped him of his official robes, and sent him before the Empress Dowager?!"
"Your Majesty, you mustn't—"
"The minister obeys the order."
Some people tried to struggle in their death throes, but the Imperial Guard Commander Mu Bolin obeyed the emperor's orders without question. As soon as Emperor Longyun finished speaking, he stepped forward and led his men to drag Han Chenyuan, who was still lying on the ground unable to get up, away from the palace.
The main hall, which had been bustling all morning, fell silent.
As everyone watched helplessly as Han Chenyuan was dragged out like a rag doll, his reputation ruined and his departure from the court, a chill suddenly rose in their hearts.
For the first time, they realized so clearly that the master of this world was the all-powerful Emperor Longyun.
Over the years, they have forgotten that Emperor Longyun was personally raised and appointed by the late emperor, and was an emperor who held great power.
In the past, they were able to challenge the emperor only because Empress Dowager Qin was ambitious, and Emperor Longyun, mindful of the principles of benevolence and filial piety, was unwilling to retaliate against them. The emperor's occasional concessions in the past few years do not mean that he is weak and easily bullied.
Just like now, since Emperor Longyun's dynasty was no longer willing to tolerate them, they could only be dragged out of the palace like trash by the Imperial Guards, just like Han Chenyuan. If even renowned veterans of two dynasties were treated this way, what were these insignificant figures compared to them!
It's better to be honest and not ruin your reputation in the end.
Upon realizing this, the ministers all suppressed their previous differing thoughts and wisely settled down, each with their heads bowed and eyes lowered.
This exceptionally peaceful scene perfectly demonstrated that Emperor Longyun's act of making an example of someone today had been a great success.
Everything fits so perfectly.
Except for Lu Yuxu, who was frantically gesturing to him again.
Emperor Longyun, who finally saw Lu Yuxu signaling, had a huge question mark on his forehead.
Has this child been driven mad by my brilliant and mighty actions? Why is his mentality so bad?
"Leave Beijing—Leave Beijing!"
Lu Yuxu did his best, using gestures and mouthing to try and convey the message to Emperor Longyun.
Father, you should tone it down! You've gotten away with it quickly, but what about Yu Xi's travel plans? Isn't he your precious youngest son? Aren't you afraid Mother will come after you?
After straining his eyes to finally make out Lu Yuxu's lip movements, Emperor Longyun's pupils dilated and his brain pounded.
Oh dear, in the heat of the moment, how could I have forgotten about this!
What should I do? I've cleared myself of all charges. What reason can I find to send the Fifth Prince out of the capital?
I accidentally ruined Xiao Wu's plan. I hope Zitong won't call me useless... *sobs*
Emperor Longyun's mind raced as he tried to save himself in a short time.
A few seconds later, the attempt to save himself failed.
He cast a desperate look at Lu Yuxu.
Lu Yuxu: "..."
Lin Shihe, who was watching, sneered silently.
That's it? It's not even as good as my brother.
*
Xuanzheng Hall.
Lu Yuxi, who had endured her pain and waited eagerly, finally received the latest news from Emperor Longyun.
"This morning's court session was a great success! I alone slaughtered all those ministers, leaving not a single one alive!"
No way! You've been secretly glancing at the Empress Dowager the whole time. Isn't that the typical behavior of someone who feels guilty?
Lu Yuxi immediately looked suspicious, accurately grasping the key point, "What about my departure from the capital?"
"Ahem," Emperor Longyun cleared his throat, "Yu Xi! You've grown up now, you should know how important reputation is to a person."
Lu Yuxi forced a smile: "Please speak plainly."
"...How can my son be banished from the capital on trumped-up charges?" Emperor Longyun said righteously and sternly.
"So my plan has fallen through?"
"No, not exactly." Emperor Longyun awkwardly withdrew his previous indomitable spirit. "I've come up with a new plan for you!"
They're sizing each other up, trying to figure out who messed things up and is now trying to salvage the situation.
Bai Qiongzhu, Emperor Longyun's bedmate, easily guessed the truth, but ultimately did not reveal it, thus preserving Emperor Longyun's dignity as an emperor.
However, to show her disdain, she still elegantly rolled her eyes.
Emperor Longyun, embarrassed by the glare he received, turned his head away and patted Lu Yuxi's shoulder in a perfunctory manner.
"My son has done nothing wrong. The Empress Dowager's illness stems from her narrow-mindedness, pettiness, selfishness, and malicious nature..."
In short, it has nothing to do with my son!
The still-naive Lu Yuxi struggled internally for a moment, but was ultimately captivated by Emperor Longyun's increasingly firm tone.
"Father means—"
"Although the Empress Dowager has lost her virtue, the filial piety of the fifth prince is evident to heaven and earth. He has volunteered to leave the capital to inspect the four borders on my behalf in order to appease the Empress Dowager's resentment. I am very pleased and hereby bestow upon him the Imperial Sword, so that seeing him is as if I were personally present."
In other words, Lu Yuxi did nothing wrong, but she was willing to leave the capital to avoid upsetting her grandmother, who was trying to force her to her death.
As expected of an emperor, his words were quite sophisticated.
Not only did this provide a reasonable excuse to send Lu Yuxi out of the capital, enhancing his reputation for filial piety and his achievements in touring the country, but it also successfully played the victim, thus irritating the old woman, Empress Dowager Qin. It was a win-win situation.
"Is this reason satisfactory to you? I will issue the decree tomorrow. Rest assured, it will not delay your important matter."
Lu Yuxi's eyes shone with admiration: "Father is indeed wise and mighty!"
Emperor Longyun smiled peacefully, "Don't worry, with this merit, I will be able to bestow the title of King upon our Fifth Prince in a few days, with the most honorable title!"
"Thank you, Father!"