Nine dragons fight for the throne, I don't want to sit on this throne

Two days later, the enthronement ceremony and the wedding were held at the same time.

The palace was filled with flags flying and people, including royal relatives, high-ranking officials, civil and military officials, provincial governors, and relatives and families all attended.

At the palace gate, many imperial guards were in charge of directing the sedan chairs, carriages, and horses of the crowd to be put aside for safekeeping.

But even so, there was still some crowding at the palace gate.

Too many people came.

At this time, Chu Ning brought a group of white horse cavalry to the Daqin Inn to pick up the bride.

"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has arrived!"

Following Zhao Yu's loud voice, Chu Ning dismounted from his horse and walked into the inn.

Princess Changping, who had been waiting for a long time, was wearing a red robe and a red veil on her head, so her expression could not be seen.

She was supported by two maids, looking like she was waiting to be married.

But in front of him, Gan Long stood with a serious face. When he saw Chu Ning coming, he bowed slightly as if to take the luggage.

Chu Ning was too lazy to pay attention to him. He walked up to Princess Changping and said softly, "The auspicious time has come. Follow me to the palace to attend the ceremony."

Princess Changping nodded slightly, and then two maids helped her walk forward.

Seeing this, Chu Ning took the initiative to reach out and help.

But Gan Long stretched out his hand to stop him, and said calmly: "Before the wedding is completed, men and women should not touch each other, please respect yourself, Your Highness."

Princess Changping did not say anything, but took the initiative to step forward.

Chu Ning didn't want to cause any trouble at this moment, so he led the way.

Today is a happy day, and Chu Ning doesn't want to get too entangled with Gan Long on some small details.

When they arrived outside the inn, a sedan chair carried by eight people was already waiting outside the door. Princess Changping got into the sedan chair with the help of her maid.

Chu Ning immediately jumped on his horse and said loudly, "Play the music, and lift the sedan!"

To the sound of music played by musicians and drummers, eight strong men lifted the sedan chair and headed towards the palace.

Along the way, people lined the streets to welcome them with great enthusiasm.

Chu Ning was also unusually happy, and kept waving and signaling to everyone. This also made the people along the way very enthusiastic, and they all shouted "Long live the prince!"

In the warm atmosphere, Chu Ning brought Princess Changping to the square inside the palace.

In the square, a high platform stood majestically, on which was placed a huge square tripod. Three huge incense sticks were inserted into the tripod, which was constantly emitting smoke.

There is a table in front of the tripod, on which are three animals, and some fruits used for sacrifice next to them.

Civil and military officials lined up on the left and right, filling the entire square.

Chu Ning brought Princess Changping here, attracting everyone's attention. Although Princess Changping got off the sedan chair, her red veil was still not removed.

Chu Ning arranged her next to Shen Wanying, then nodded slightly to the Minister of Rites Deng Wenhui on the podium, indicating that they could begin.

Deng Wenhui immediately looked towards the Golden Throne Hall not far away and said loudly: "The auspicious time has arrived!"

A shrill voice came from the palace: "Your Majesty has arrived!"

"Welcome, Your Majesty!" Everyone bowed.

The emperor, wearing a dragon robe, walked out slowly from the hall.

Behind him, Zhao Ming was holding a tray with a prince's seal on it, and another maid was holding a set of the prince's dragon robe.

Under the gaze of the crowd, the emperor slowly walked up to the platform. Deng Hongwen picked up the imperial edict and began to read:

"The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims: The Eighteenth Son, Chu Ningyi, destroyed the two states of Zhao and Yan, and made great contributions to the country. He is very similar to me, and is chosen by Heaven to inherit the ancestral temple.

Now I grant you the seal and make you the Crown Prince, to strengthen the rule for eternity and to inspire the hearts of the four seas. All important military and political affairs shall be decided by the Crown Prince and announced to the world, so that everyone will know it!"

As soon as this statement came out, everyone was shocked.

No one expected that the Emperor of Chu would not only grant Chu Ning the title of Crown Prince, but also hand over important military and political affairs to Chu Ning.

This is to train Chu Ning thoroughly.

The big Han envoy standing below, Champion Marquis Huo Quji, raised his eyebrows when he heard this, somewhat surprised.

I had heard a long time ago that Emperor Chu was dissatisfied with Chu Ning, but after seeing him today, it seemed that was not the case.

While he was deep in thought, the Wei envoy, Minister of Rites Yang Xiu, sneered, "It seems that the King of Chu is planning to abdicate and let someone else take over!"

"He handed over the power to Chu Ning so early. He knew he was not as good as Chu Ning. Does he want to be the emperor?"

As soon as the words fell, the eldest prince of Jin, Ji Yinghao, raised his eyebrows and said in a deep voice: "Lord Yang, please be careful with your words and actions!"

Yang Xiu shrugged: "I am telling the truth. Why? Doesn't the Chu allow people to tell the truth?"

Seeing that this person was so ungrateful, Ji Yinghao snorted coldly and didn't bother to pay attention to him.

Huo Quji was moved and said with a smile: "Lord Yang, you may not know how powerful the Crown Prince of Chu is. Even your King Wei almost fell into his hands."

As soon as these words were spoken, Yang Xiu's desire to win was immediately aroused.

"Really? Then I'd like to see it for myself today!" Yang Xiu looked unconvinced.

Huo Quji smiled slightly and said nothing more.

As the three were talking, Deng Hongwen on the stage finished reading and shouted, "Your Highness, please come up to the stage to receive the title!"

Under the gaze of everyone, Chu Ning patted Shen Wanying's hand and pulled her up to the stage.

At this time, Deng Hongwen took out another imperial edict and read it out: "Shen's daughter is named Wanying, who is respectful, frugal, gentle, virtuous and virtuous. She has shared hardships with the prince and served him meritorious service. She is specially appointed as the crown prince's consort!"

As soon as this statement came out, everyone was in an uproar.

Many people still don't know who will be the Crown Princess, but they all think that since Chu Ning is marrying Princess Changping today, she will definitely be the Crown Princess.

Now the answer is revealed, it’s not Princess Changping, but Shen Wanying!

Just as everyone was surprised, Chu Ning and Shen Wanying had already arrived on the platform.

Chu Ning spread his arms, and the maid put on a dragon robe and a prince's crown for him.

At the same time, Shen Wanying also put on a red princess uniform.

After the clothes were arranged, Chu Ning knelt in front of the cauldron, and the Emperor of Chu held up the prince's seal and handed it to him.

"From today on, you are the Crown Prince of Chu. I hope you will work hard and love the people, and live up to my trust!"

Chu Ning took the seal and said solemnly, "I will definitely live up to your trust!"

Afterwards, the emperor handed the crown princess's seal to Shen Wanying and said in a deep voice, "The crown princess will need to assist the crown prince in governing the country from now on."

Shen Wanying endured the discomfort in her body and said solemnly: "I will follow my father's teachings!"

The emperor then nodded slightly, turned and walked aside.

Deng Hongwen shouted loudly: "The ceremony is over, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess accept the worship of all officials!"

The ministers bowed and saluted, saying in a loud voice: "Greetings to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, and to His Royal Highness the Crown Princess!"

Chu Ning raised his sleeves, making them rustle in the cold wind, and his aura reached its peak at this moment.

He glanced at the whole audience and said in a deep voice, "Everyone, stand up!"

Everyone spoke in unison, and Deng Hongwen was about to speak to start the wedding ceremony, but at this moment, an abrupt voice suddenly sounded:

"I heard that the Crown Prince of Chu swept through Zhao and Yan in just three years. He must be a man of destiny. I wonder if Master Yuan dares to tell the fortune for the Crown Prince of Chu?"

The sudden voice caused the scene to fall silent, and everyone turned to look at the person who spoke.