After killing four concubines, the queen was sentenced to death and reborn

Xiao Xuanchen left Shoukang Palace angrily, and after returning to Zichen Palace, he ordered, "Everyone retreat."

"Yes!"

He locked himself in the Purple Palace and thought for a long time. According to the current situation, he had to enthrone Xiao Chengji as the crown prince, otherwise, there would never be peace in the court.

But the crown prince can be appointed or deposed, and he has the final say on everything.

Xiao Xuanchen frowned, leaning against the dragon throne with a cold and arrogant look in his eyes. The next second, his eyes were closed, but his body still exuded a cold aura.

At the next morning court session, Xiao Xuanchen ordered people to announce the decree, "Since ancient times, emperors have succeeded the heavens and established the throne, ruling the world, and must establish a crown prince and a prosperous foundation for the country, so as to ensure the endless prosperity of the clan and the society. I have inherited the great legacy and have been vigilant day and night, looking up to the great deeds of my ancestors and entrusting them with great importance. The succession of the family line and the continuation of the prosperity depends on Yuanliang. My legitimate son Chengji is increasingly outstanding and has a pure and beautiful talent. I hereby strictly obey the Empress Dowager's benevolent order, follow the ceremonials, and comply with public opinion. I hereby inform the heaven and earth, the ancestral temple, and the country. I will enthrone you as the crown prince and seat you in the Eastern Palace, so as to strengthen the rule for thousands of years and win the hearts of the people. I decree this!"

"Your Majesty is wise!" the courtiers knelt on the ground and shouted loudly.

Duke Zheng and King Chu looked at each other. Even though they had issued an imperial decree, they were still uneasy in their hearts.

"The foundation of the country has been established. Are you still dissatisfied?" Xiao Xuanchen glanced at everyone with sharp eyes. There was a sharpness between his eyebrows, which made people feel afraid.

"Your Majesty is wise and we have no complaints." The Prime Minister stepped forward and reported.

"it is good!"

When King Xiang heard that his son was named Crown Prince, he breathed a sigh of relief.

After the morning court session, Prince Ming caught up with him and sneered, "Now the Queen has finally gotten what she wanted. Do you think she will be grateful to you?"

"Be grateful to me? What do you mean by this, third brother? If others hear it, I'm afraid they will misunderstand. Third brother, please stop talking nonsense." King Xiang's face sank and he said unhappily.

"Nonsense? These past few days you have asked the ministers around you to submit petitions requesting the appointment of the eldest prince as the crown prince. Now that His Majesty has issued the imperial decree to confer the title, your efforts have not been in vain!" King Ming said sarcastically, looking at him with mocking eyes.

King Xiang was too lazy to pay attention to him. He walked away without saying a word.

Prince Ming followed him and continued, "Xiao Xuanqi! How about I make a bet with you, Third Brother?"

"What are you betting on?" King Xiang asked.

"Will the Queen appreciate your kindness?" Prince Ming laughed sarcastically and disdainfully.

"boring!"

"This is not boring at all. I find it very interesting. You have done a lot for her silently. You should let her know. Otherwise, you have done all this in vain." King Ming said with a sneer, looking gloating.

King Xiang stopped and said with a gloomy face: "No need, if you have nothing else to do, I will leave first. Goodbye!"

King Xiang left quickly, and King Ming stood there, looking at his back with a malicious smile on his face.

It happened that Duke Zheng and King Chu were walking by at this time, and King Ming hurried forward to congratulate them, "Congratulations, uncle, congratulations, Duke Zheng, congratulations to both of you."

"Your Majesty is too polite." Duke Zheng bowed and said in a deep voice.

"Of course we have to congratulate you on such a great joy. After all, the eldest prince has been appointed as the crown prince, which can be regarded as putting an end to one of your worries." King Ming's eyes were very subtle, three parts disdain and seven parts yin and yang.

Duke Zheng laughed and said, "Your Majesty, you are joking."

"You two, walk slowly."

The King of Chu was old and had difficulty moving, so Duke Zheng carefully supported him and said, "Father, be careful on the steps."

"Your Majesty's sudden agreement may mean there is something fishy going on. I just saw that Prince Xiang's face looked a little strange. You should order someone to investigate and see if Prince Xiang has any involvement." The King of Chu had a bad feeling.

"Don't worry, father. I will order someone to investigate when we return home." Duke Zheng also noticed it.

The King of Chu looked cautious, "It is still unclear whether the King of Xiang is an enemy or a friend, so we should be careful."

"Yes!"

"King Ming and King Xiang are both ambitious men and should not be underestimated. Your Majesty is always wary of them, so we'd better keep our distance." The King of Chu warned worriedly.

"Don't worry, father. I will pass on the instructions." Duke Zheng knew the seriousness of the matter and did not dare to be careless.

Weiyang Palace

When Zheng Xiyan learned about this, she was not very shocked, but just a little uneasy. She wondered why he suddenly figured it out.

"Congratulations to the Queen." Biluo and the palace maids from Weiyang Palace knelt on the ground and came to congratulate her.

Zheng Xiyan smiled and said, "Everyone, get up!"

"Thank you, Queen."

Biluo then ordered: "Everyone should go about doing what they need to do."

"Yes!"

Biluo saw that she was in a bad mood and asked, "Madam, what's wrong with you? You don't look very happy."

"Your Majesty suddenly agreed to enthrone Ji'er as the crown prince. I feel like something bad is going to happen." Zheng Xiyan was worried about what Xiao Xuanchen was planning next.

Biluo said carefully: "Your Majesty went to Shoukang Palace a few days ago. I think it was the Queen Mother who persuaded Your Majesty."

Zheng Xiyan thought about it carefully, and became more and more uneasy. "Not necessarily! Even if the Queen Mother favors me and Ji'er, she may not be able to persuade His Majesty."

"If it's not the Queen Mother, who else could it be?" Shuang Ning's expression became more and more confused.

"Yeah! Who else could it be? What made him suddenly agree?" Zheng Xiyan was a little confused.

"Don't think too much, Your Majesty." Biluo comforted.

Zheng Xiyan rubbed her brows and rested her arms on the table. After a moment, she said, "Prepare the phoenix carriage, take Ji'er with you, and go to the Purple Palace."

"Yes!"

Ji Zi was named the crown prince, and as his mother, she naturally had to take him with her to express her gratitude.

But when this matter spread to other palaces, the concubines in each palace could no longer sit still.

Jinhua Palace

"What did you say? This morning, His Majesty issued a decree to appoint the eldest prince as the crown prince?" Murong Yue was shocked. Her son was appointed as the crown prince, so what was she still fighting for?

"Your Majesty, this is absolutely true." Die Yun replied carefully.

"This day has finally come." Murong Yue said unwillingly, gritting her teeth.

Die Yun comforted her, "My Lady, don't be too sad. You can't predict what will happen in the future."

Murong Yue took a deep breath and said through gritted teeth, "That's right. Throughout the dynasties, there have been many who were made crown princes and then deposed."

Murong Yue then looked at her daughter who was sleeping in the cradle, "Changle! How wonderful it would be if you were a prince!"

"Miss."

"Back off! I want to be alone for a while."

"Yes! I will leave this slave."

Yong'an Palace

Xi Muyao and Shen Aoning were both here, and they were not shocked when they heard the news.

Xi Muyao stroked her belly and lamented, "He is the eldest son. Even if we give birth to a prince, he is just a concubine's son. After all, we are inferior to the eldest son."

"Sister, are you willing?" Shen Aoning raised her eyebrows and said coldly.

"Of course I am unwilling to accept this. Don't we have any chance at all? Not necessarily!" Xi Muyao said in a cold voice. So what if he became the crown prince? How many crown princes in history eventually became emperors?