Drive a RV and go farming in ancient times.

After Emperor Jianxing was buried in the imperial mausoleum, Prince Qi finally ascended the throne at the urging of court officials and changed the reign title to Yongping. From then on, a new chapter of Dayong began.

The enthronement ceremony of Emperor Yongping was not grand. The Ministry of Rites had plenty of time to prepare, but the national treasury was empty and could not afford any extravagant ceremony.

Furthermore, Emperor Yongping's health was not good. The newly made dragon robe felt empty, emaciated, and dull on his body. He could not wear it for too long, so many red tapes were cut off as much as possible.

Otherwise, anything might go wrong during the ceremony, which would be unlucky.

It was because Emperor Yongping fainted so frequently during the wake.

The court officials really had no confidence in him and just hoped that he could hold out until the end.

Fortunately, everything went smoothly.

It’s just that Emperor Yongping’s mental state is not very good, and he lacks the majesty of an emperor.

Several people in the cabinet frowned as they watched.

Other court officials could not help but complain. They had always thought that the King of Qi was weak in character, but how come he was so weak now? To put it bluntly, it was like he had overdrawn his destiny, which made it hard not to complain.

Originally, after the coronation ceremony, he should have issued an edict to confer rewards. However, Emperor Yongping insisted on doing this, as if he had exhausted all his strength and could not hold on any longer. In order to avoid making a fool of himself, he had to cancel it temporarily.

All celebrations thereafter came to a halt.

Everyone has different thoughts on this result.

In order to maintain the dignity of the royal family and the majesty of the emperor, the cabinet explained that Emperor Yongping was extremely filial and during the wake, he was overwhelmed with grief and exhausted his mind, which led to his physical weakness and inability to succeed.

The imperial doctors are doing their best to treat him, and it won't be long before he recovers.

This statement is just a fig leaf, and few people believe it.

After Xu Huaiyi returned, he could not help but complain to Gu Huanxi, "Yongping, Yongping, I think it will be hard for him to be peaceful. He can even make himself look like a ghost just by guarding the spirit. What is he trying to achieve?

Or is it for someone to see?

is it necessary?

I really don't understand him. He has completely missed the point. He is going to be the emperor. Shouldn't his first task be to support the government and the country? Why is he so obsessed with his father's death?

Are you really that filial?

Haha, does the royal family have such touching family affection?

I really admire him. Everything is excessive or insufficient. Just show off appropriately and put some gil on the lily will be enough. It seems too fake and artificial to have reached this point now. He has really done things that backfired.

I almost couldn't even hold on to the most important coronation ceremony in my life. What do you think of this?"

Gu Huanxi frowned and asked, "Is the ceremony not going smoothly?"

Xu Huaiyi took a sip of tea from the cup and continued, "Nothing serious has happened, but he is not very energetic. He looks lazy and sick, which makes it difficult for people to feel respect for him.

Moreover, the court officials would also have wild thoughts and doubt his physical condition. This would not be a good situation as it would bring forward the fight for the throne.

He was also a loser. He had to grit his teeth and persevere to the end. The imperial edict to reward the harem and court officials was not even announced in time, let alone the celebratory banquet in the evening. It was all cancelled.

This is how it starts. People who are superstitious will probably be suspicious and think it is a bad omen.

If someone takes the opportunity to cause trouble, the capital will be in turmoil again.

I really don't know what's going on in his mind. Doesn't he have any sense of responsibility as an emperor? Doesn't he have any sense of urgency? He had a good hand, but he messed it up. Or did he get to the top so easily that he lost his sense of crisis? "

Gu Huanxi pondered and said, "Perhaps, there is really something wrong with his body?"

"That was his own fault." Xu Huaiyi curled his lips and snorted, his tone was full of disdain, "Staying vigil for so many days seems like he is being filial, he has to cry every day, and I heard that he can't eat or sleep well, like he's torturing himself, it would be strange if he didn't have health problems.

He is not as optimistic as a child! "

"No..." Gu Huanxi shook his head and said thoughtfully, "He shouldn't be so stupid, nor would he be so hypocritical. Could it be that he has a demon in his heart?"

Hearing this, Xu Huaiyi's eyes flickered. "What kind of inner demon could he have? I think he is just too hypocritical and stupid. Otherwise, how could he have come to this point?"

Gu Huanxi looked at him steadily, "Did he see you that night?"

Xu Huaiyi immediately shook his head.

"Really not?"

"Really not! When I went in disguised as a ghost, he had already fainted."

Seeing that he didn't seem to be lying, Gu Huanxi guessed, "That was when they saw the Black and White Impermanence you created, dragging the iron chain to lock the soul..."

What decent person can stand this kind of stimulation?

Besides, Emperor Yongping might have been feeling guilty at the time. How could he not be frightened when he saw the ghost messenger appear?

Xu Huaiyi laughed dryly, "Probably not? I think he might have been frightened by the tragic scene before Emperor Jianxing's death. It was said that he was possessed by a ghost, and his death was so sudden. How could he not be scared when he was serving him? Fortunately, all his brothers were wiped out, otherwise they would have broken into the palace to question him."

Gu Huanxi looked at him for a while before calmly looking away and changing the subject, "I wonder how Emperor Yongping will reward me?"

Xu Huaiyi secretly breathed a sigh of relief and quickly continued, "It's nothing more than deciding the status of the women in his harem. The Crown Princess is the undisputed queen, and the two concubines from the Zhu and Lu families will definitely be among the four concubines. The other concubines can be arranged at will."

"Where is Xiaoyu's mother?"

"She can be crowned as queen posthumously. Who knows, the Han family might even get a title."

"The Han family has few descendants. Isn't it said that they only have one son, Han Jun? He has a facial defect. Can he inherit the family?"

"She has facial flaws, but it won't affect her ability to have a son. She can inherit the title in the future."

Gu Huanxi nodded. Han Jun had paid a lot for the King of Qi and his son. He couldn't serve as an official in the court, but being able to earn a title for his descendants was also a compensation. "What about the previous dynasty? They should also reward officials who have made contributions, right?"

"Well, this is also a custom. However, he ascended the throne purely by chance, and he did not get any support. In the court, who dares to say that he has the merit of following the emperor? That is Han Jun, and I am one of them. But Emperor Jianxing has already promoted my title. He dare not give me the title of Duke, right?

Even if he dares to give it to me, I don't dare to accept it. If I really become a Duke, won't I become a thorn in everyone's eyes?

I guess he will probably give the credit to you, or give it directly to Ah Li."

This was similar to what Gu Huanxi had guessed. She curiously asked, "Don't concubines' families receive rewards?"

Xu Huaiyi said, "It is a reward, but only the queen's family can have the title of Cheng En Gong. The other concubines are mostly male members of the family who are in the court. They are promoted or given a nominal position by the younger generation."

The couple's guesses almost all came true the next day. Imperial edicts were sent to each family. Some were happy, some were jealous, and some were upset.

As expected, all the benefits of what was sent to Gu's family fell on A Li.

A Li was conferred the title of county lady, and from then on she could receive a monthly salary from the court. The child, who was only four years old, could become completely financially independent.

I thought that the rewards would end here.

Who would have thought that a few days later, Emperor Yongping made another decision that shocked everyone.

Yuan Jin was named the crown prince.

When Gu Huanxi heard the news, he couldn't believe it. He waited until Xu Huaiyi came home, and then he couldn't wait to ask, "What is Emperor Yongping up to?"

Xu Huaiyi's expression was not very good either, but he still comforted her first, "Don't worry, this is a good thing. With the crown prince's position decided, the former dynasty and the harem will be stable, which will benefit the country and the people..."

Gu Huanxi glared at him, "Stable? Do you believe it? Is it the beginning of chaos? How can Xiaoyu be the crown prince at this time? Isn't this just making him a target? Can the women in the harem tolerate him?"

Xu Huaiyi scratched his head. "But the imperial decree has been issued. The emperor never jokes. What else can we do? He has to be the crown prince whether he wants to be or not. Don't just look at the bad side. Look at it from another perspective. This is a happy event..."

Gu Huanxi hit him twice in anger, "Why are you so happy? How old is he now? A prince without foundation is just a floating duckweed, a shield pushed in front of people. What is Emperor Yongping thinking? Does he want Xiaoyu to protect the heir he really likes? Who is it? The little son born to the queen?"

Xu Huaiyi laughed and said, "You really wronged him this time. He just became the emperor and is not so vicious yet. It was Han Jun who went to him to fulfill his original promise. He probably thought Xiaoyu was the most suitable, and that establishing a crown prince at this critical juncture would help stabilize the government and people's hearts, so he agreed."

After hearing what he said, Gu Huanxi calmed down and asked, "The court officials have no objection?"

Xu Huaiyi said casually, "What can I object to? Xiaoyu is the eldest son, isn't it reasonable for him to be the crown prince? Moreover, Emperor Yongping is now known for his weak health, and the court officials are afraid that he might have an accident, just like Emperor Jianxing, who died at any time. If a crown prince is appointed early, they won't be caught off guard if there is an accident."

Gu Huanxi's mouth twitched, "What about the concubines in the harem? Will the queen agree?"

Xu Huaiyi said meaningfully, "Her son is so young, and he's still in the arms of his wet nurse. It's impossible to argue with him now, so what can you do if you don't agree?"

Gu Huanxi sighed, "Xiaoyu will probably have no peace in the future. He is only eight years old. I still think Han Jun is too impatient..."

Xu Huaiyi rarely spoke up for him, "He might be worried that something might happen if he delays. If he gets the crown prince's position early, it will save others from worrying about it. It's always easier to fight a defensive battle than an offensive one."

Gu Huanxi didn't comment, "But has he considered Xiaoyu's situation and feelings?"

Xu Huaiyi said helplessly, "Xiaoyu is a prince. This is what he must bear. He can't hide from it. The sooner he faces it, the better his chances of winning will be."

Gu Huanxi remained silent.

She understands the reason, but she just feels heartbroken.

Xu Huaiyi hugged her in his arms and comforted her, "Don't worry, don't we still have Han Jun and I? We will definitely help him. How can we let outsiders bully him?

Even his own father can't do that!"