Father, I really don’t want to be the emperor

Da da……

Horse hooves are in formation, and flags cover the sun.

There was a huge crowd on the West Campus.

Today is the opening ceremony of the royal autumn hunt, and it is also the most grand royal ceremony in autumn every year.

Officials from the Ministry of Rites recited articles to worship heaven, while Emperor Tian'an stood on the high platform with a solemn expression.

The autumn wind was bleak, and Ning Fan suddenly noticed that Emperor Tian'an's temples were quietly stained with frost...

"The Huns are ferocious, and I only dream that their iron hooves can step into my Central Plains... Unfortunately, I, a man from the Central Plains, will never agree!"

Emperor Tian'an looked up to the sky and roared in anger, his voice was sad.

"Never agree!"

The princes of the royal family, the princes of the clan, and the princes of the ministers all mingled in the crowd and roared wildly.

At this moment, everyone's emotions were aroused.

"You may not know yet, but just a few days ago, the Tianxia Pass was breached by the Huns. None of our three thousand officers guarding the pass in Dakang surrendered, and they all died in battle!"

Emperor Tian'an said with a sad expression.

Ning Fan looked a little shocked. Tianxia Pass was the first line of defense against the Xiongnu in the northwest. He didn't expect it to be broken through so quickly.

In fact, Ning Fan was not the only one who was shocked. Many people present looked shocked and even a little nervous.

Dakang has been fighting with the Huns for fifty years, and the people of Dakang are too familiar with the ferocity of the Huns.

The ferocity of the Huns is almost a nightmare imprinted in the blood of every Dakang person.

"My sons! Don't be afraid!"

"Your fathers are still here, and my Dakang warriors are still here. They will protect you and watch you grow up!"

"However, our generation will eventually wither. What about the future? Who will stop the Huns in the future?"

Emperor Tian'an asked the audience.

"Dakang is mighty!"

I don’t know who took the lead in shouting, and then everyone started shouting at the top of their lungs.

Ning Fan also shouted along with everyone, but he was also quietly paying attention to the prince and the fourth prince.

The two of them usually used all their methods to win over their heirs, but at this time they seemed to be emotionally involved, with a strong and fierce look.

"Father, I invite you to fight!"

The prince said loudly.

"Father, my son also requests to go to war!"

The fourth prince followed.

The other princes knelt down, but Ning Fan stood in the crowd and said nothing.

Taiwei Chen Ping is guarding the northwest, and he is the main supporter of the fourth prince Ning Xiao. If he invites Ying to go to the northwest at this time, he will definitely not get any good results.

Moreover, Ning Fan has never admired personal heroism. In his opinion, defeating the Huns does not happen overnight.

With Dakang's current national strength, it is no problem to resist the Xiongnu's surprise attack, but it is still impossible to completely defeat the Xiongnu.

Ning Fan understood very well that war does not actually test tactical decisions. On the contrary, long-term war tests comprehensive national strength and military technology.

Ning Fan believed that if he was given enough time, the complete defeat of the Xiongnu would be almost certain.

But that was the future after all, not the present, so Ning Fan could be so calm.

"Okay, you guys are so brave!"

"The annual autumn hunt begins today, and now is the time to test your riding and shooting skills!"

A rare smile appeared on Emperor Tian'an's face.

After all, the safety of the country does not depend on the princes and young masters. Emperor Tian'an had a clear mind and naturally knew that the so-called request for war was just an expression of attitude.

The highlight of today is Qiu Shou’s riding and shooting ceremony!

"Prince, fourth child, sixth child!"

"You each lead a team of people to participate in the competition, and you decide who you want to be. Today's riding and shooting is just the beginning, and tomorrow's autumn hunt will prove your strength."

Emperor Tian'an named three names.

Every autumn hunting actually has a protagonist.

In previous years, it was the crown prince and the fourth prince, but this year, Emperor Tian'an specially named Ning Fan.

This order undoubtedly pushed Ning Fan to the forefront.

He didn't want to participate in the fight for the heir, but people with a discerning eye were not fools, especially Emperor Tian'an, who was very knowledgeable.

The other princes had become decorations, but Ning Fan was taken out alone.

Ning Fan could feel the eyes of the Crown Prince and the Fourth Prince looking over at them immediately.

"My son, I obey!"

Ning Fan bit the bullet.

It seemed that there was no point in remaining silent, so Ning Fan could only act more magnanimously.

Those who can participate in riding and archery are at least the sons of second-grade officials. Most of them are the younger generation of nobles and royal family members.

These people quickly chose the prince or the fourth prince. They were familiar with the road and soon formed a small group around them.

On the other hand, Ning Fan's side was extremely shabby.

Except for one person and one rider, almost no one came to serve by Ning Fan's side.

"Brother Six, my younger brother is here to help you!"

A young prince came to Ning Fan and seemed quite warm.

Ning Fan looked over and found that it was his thirteenth brother Ning Yan, who usually had little contact with him.

"Thank you in advance, Thirteenth Brother!"

Ning Fan was also embarrassed. You could almost see the sarcasm in the eyes of the Crown Prince and the Fourth Prince, while Emperor Tian'an also had a hint of sullenness in his eyes.

In the end, the thirteenth brother is the only one around him?

"His Royal Highness Qingwang, let me help you!"

A childish voice came, and Ning Fan looked sideways and saw a strong maroon horse, and a fair-faced boy approaching him.

"Who are you?"

Ning Fan was curious.

When the handsome boy heard Ning Fan's question, he blinked at Ning Fan: "Does it mean that Your Highness still doesn't recognize me? You even received a letter from me the day before yesterday!"

Letterhead?

Ning Fan quickly filtered information in his brain and quickly targeted one person - Cheng Yueying!

How did the daughter of the cabinet chief Cheng Wei, a female prostitute, get into Qiu Shou's team?

Ning Fan was the older of the two and was afraid of being discovered.

"What are you doing? You'll be in trouble if someone finds out!"

Ning Fan frowned, looking anxious.

But Cheng Yueying successfully explained what it means to be patient while an emperor is in a hurry, and he was noisy and winking at the opposite team. Soon, more than a dozen people came to Ning Fan with their heads hanging down.

"What do you guys mean? I've told you a long time ago that we are here to cheer for His Highness Qing Wang today. Why did you end up working under the Crown Prince? Are you guys still not getting along?"

Cheng Yueying scolded several noble disciples.

Several young people with drooped heads looked disgusted: "Cousin, if you follow the prince, you will win. If you follow the prince, you will be hunted!"

"Nonsense! Your whole family must support King Qing from now on! Don't go back on your word!"

Cheng Yueying ordered to several young people.

Ning Fan was dumbfounded. Where is this?

Is it playing house?

He observed Cheng Yueying carefully and found that the girl was thin, with a thin waist and long legs. The most important thing was that her face was very young and she looked almost like an underage girl.

"Miss Cheng, I really don't need anyone here!"

Ning Fan was helpless.

"No, you need to."

Cheng Yueying leaves no room for doubt.