Born a phoenix? The husband I picked up is the young emperor

Chapter 2241

Xiao Yunde has actually been observing Emperor Wenxuan for many years.

Look at how his son swiftly and decisively seized military power, how he managed all officials with the assistance of cabinet ministers, and how he quietly sidelined the royal family and nobles.

This wasn't some puppet at all; he was clearly a real dragon with sharp claws and fangs, and he held absolute power! But such a son truly had no fascination for imperial power.

What he can be sure of now is that this son is the most like him.

Xiao Yunde's eyes swept across the unconcealed weariness and alienation between Emperor Wenxuan's brows. It was a clear proof that he no longer had any desire for the throne, the imperial seal, or even the vast territory.

If not for this, he would never reveal the chess game that had been buried deep in his heart for years at this moment.

His voice was as calm as if he was discussing the weather. "In the early years, the person I chose to succeed me was your brother-in-law."

Emperor Wenxuan's eyelashes trembled slightly, but he showed no surprise.

He understands.

If the country could be entrusted to him, wouldn't he want to put this hot jade seal into the hands of the charcoal seller?

Xiao Yunde placed the scissors on the stone table with a soft click. "But your brother-in-law refused. It wasn't because he feared the immense responsibility that would weigh on him, but because he feared that if he touched the foundation of the country, it would shatter the complex political system at the time."

At that time, the disciples and former officials of the four great families were scattered everywhere, and the royal family, nobles and nobles formed factions through marriage, and their branches and vines spread far and wide. A single hair could overturn the mountains and rivers; a single move could bring about a bloody storm.

"So..." Xiao Yunde looked up at his son, "We have a plan that will benefit the people for at least a few hundred years."

He dipped his hand in tea and drew a map on the stone table, writing the words "Bei Yi" on it. Next to it, he drew another map and wrote the words "Xi Liang" on it.

Draw another river in the middle, that is the Huaixing River.

"Your brother-in-law and I were thinking, if we could..." He erased the Huaixing River, connected the map together, and then removed the words "North" and "West", and it became "Wing Beam".

Emperor Wenxuan was so shocked by this bold idea that he couldn't recover for a long time.

Xiao Yunde's fingertips traced across the water-stained map on the table. His voice was incredibly slow and deep. "Xiaojiu, you should know that when the smoke of war at the founding of the nation dissipated, Beiyi and Xiliang should have been connected by blood, one mountain and river."

There is actually not much difference between the people of the two countries in terms of appearance and living habits.

Emperor Wenxuan's chest heaved violently.

Then I heard my father say, "What I want is not just empty fame and territory. What I want is for the people to live and work in peace and contentment throughout the world! The Nine Cauldrons are as stable as a mountain, and foreign enemies dare not start a war lightly!"

This has been his dream in past and present lives. "As the saying goes, 'A bright moon shines on both sides of the river, and the vast mountains and rivers share this heart.' Only when all the people unite with their hearts is the only way for the country to be sustainable!"

Emperor Wenxuan was moved, with two flames dancing in his eyes. "What a wonderful saying, 'A river with a bright moon shining on both banks, a river and mountains across thousands of miles share this heart'!"

Xiao Yunde patted his shoulder and said, "Boy, hold on tight and don't worry. This matter cannot be spread outside. Tell your little queen quietly so that she doesn't have too many burdens in her heart. She gave birth to four princesses for the royal family and has made great contributions! I am very happy!"

"I'm happy too!" Emperor Wen Xuan suddenly understood, stood up and ran, "I'll go to the Wei family now."

"Have dinner before leaving." Xiao Yunde invited.

"No, I want to have dinner with my queen. You and mother can eat with my princesses." He disappeared in a gust of wind.

He rushed into the Wei family, hugged his wife happily, "Pingping Tingting, your pig head nine wants to tell you a big secret..."