The princess is so powerful that the fish pond is full of people
Chapter 555: Succession Decree
"Your Majesty, Father, loves Minglang so much. I, your humble servant, didn't even receive such treatment back then."
Liang Chongyue pretended to be unhappy and complained to her scumbag father. She didn't expect her scumbag father to give her anything. Her scumbag father liked Minglang, so she was naturally happy to see it.
But she never expected that as soon as she finished speaking, she saw her scumbag father open a drawer beside him, take out a written and rolled-up imperial edict from it, and place it in front of her.
"Look, don't say that the emperor is partial. Minglang looks like you, so the emperor loves the whole house and the whole dog."
Liang Chongyue didn't believe it at all. If the scumbag father really loved her because of his love for her, he would definitely not say it out loud. It was just an excuse to appease her.
However, Liang Chongyue was still very curious about the imperial edict in her scumbag father's hand. She took it and opened it. As she expected, it was indeed her succession decree.
"Well, Father always keeps his word."
After Liang Chongyue finished reading the imperial edict in his hand, he looked up and saw his scumbag father's slightly raised chin and proud eyes.
"Yes, Father is the Son of Heaven. Once a word is spoken, it cannot be taken back."
Liang Chongyue held the imperial edict in her hands and couldn't let it go. She used to think that the fight for the throne would not be so easy. Now the edict of succession was in her hands. The scene of her playing chess with her scumbag father seemed like yesterday.
"Also, the two female officials you've taken a fancy to, my father has already transferred them to the Ministry of Rites. It's up to you how you use them from now on."
The Ministry of Rites has a very wide range of management and is more suitable for female officials than other ministries.
If Liang Chongyue had not been busy giving birth, she would never have sent these two female officials to the Ministry of Rites. They should have gone to more dangerous places to fight and see more of the bloody court so that they could be better used by her in the future.
"Thank you, Father. I understand. The palace banquet is about to begin. Let's go."
Liang Chongyue, holding two imperial edicts in his hands, followed his scumbag father and appeared in the bustling Hall of Supreme Harmony.
"Your Majesty has arrived, and Her Highness the Crown Princess has arrived."
Qi Deyuan's shrill voice rang out, and the hall instantly became quiet, with everyone kneeling on the ground in submission.
"Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you. Long live your Majesty. I pay my respects to your Highness the Princess Crown Princess. May you live a thousand years, a thousand years, a thousand years."
"Everyone, please get up. Today is a family dinner, so there's no need to be formal."
Liang Chongyue had been following her scumbag father. When she stood up first, she felt several burning gazes staring at her from behind. Liang Chongyue turned her head and the first thing she met was Concubine Liang's eyes, which had not yet controlled their emotions.
Such a cruel look was displayed so clearly. I wonder if the scumbag father has been too indulgent recently and even forgot his duties.
Liang Chongyue changed her usual behavior and did not directly deal with Concubine Liang. The show had just begun, and she would have plenty of time to cry soon.
As for her eighth brother, Prince Rui, who smiled sincerely, Liang Chongyue smiled back at him, as if she was completely unaware of the ups and downs in the capital.
"I am late, Your Majesty, please do not blame me."
The Queen Mother's voice came from the side door, with a hearty smile in it. Liang Chongyue glanced sideways and saw the Queen Mother holding a bright yellow swaddling cloth in her arms, escorted by several aunts, walking all the way to the scumbag father.
The baby in the cradle had a pair of eyes as big as black grapes, which sparkled brighter than the stars in the sky when he looked at her.
Liang Zhan skillfully took the child from the queen's arms and comforted him softly. Everyone's eyes fell on the small bright yellow swaddling clothes, with different expressions. For a moment, they couldn't remember that there was another newborn baby in the palace and in Xiang family's He Shi.
"Little Minglang smiles when he sees Grandpa Huang."
Liang Chongyue stood aside and watched quietly. The scumbag father's voice was not loud, but it was very obvious in the Hall of Supreme Harmony where it was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop.
A baby's bell-like laughter was heard, and Liang Chongyue noticed the vigilance in the eyes of Concubine Liang and the Eighth Prince.
Although it was a flash, she still caught it.
Liang Chongyue played with the imperial edict in her hand. It seemed that this drama was not as interesting as she thought. The overall situation had been decided. Such a jumping clown was not even qualified to go on stage.
Liang Zhan teased the bright little face, lowered his head and gave Chongyue a look, and the next second, Qi Deyuan reached out for the imperial edict in His Highness's hand.
Liang Chongyue placed the imperial edict in Eunuch Qi's hand and waited for Eunuch Qi to announce it.
Qi Deyuan first opened an imperial edict, which happened to be from the young prince. After receiving the emperor's order, Qi Deyuan began to read it aloud.
"The Emperor, by the Will of Heaven, proclaims:"
When they heard Eunuch Qi announce the decree, everyone who had just stood up knelt down again.
"I believe that the prosperity of our lineage is due to the blessings of our ancestors. The Crown Princess' daughter, born into the royal family, has been exceptionally intelligent since childhood, with a gentle disposition and a dignified and respectful demeanor that surpasses that of ordinary people. She follows the rules of etiquette and conduct, and possesses a benevolent and kind heart, truly embodying the spirit of royalty.
I commend his ability and, mindful of his noble lineage, to demonstrate the imperial favor and show it to the world, I have conferred upon him the title of Prince of Bao. I hope that from now on, you will be even more diligent, uphold the responsibilities of a prince, be loyal to the emperor and patriotic, become a pillar of the nation, and a role model for the imperial family.
I will watch your progress and show my constant care. Please respect me and do not disappoint me.
Announce it to the whole world, and let everyone know.
The imperial edict had already been read once, but the feeling was different when it was read out by Eunuch Qi in front of everyone. Liang Chongyue stood next to his scumbag father, looking down at the expressions of everyone in the Hall of Supreme Harmony.
There were surprises and joys. What's more, after Eunuch Qi finished reading it, he stared at the imperial edict with his eyes, as if he wanted to see through it and see whether what was written on it was true.
"On behalf of Minglang, I would like to thank you, Father, for your grace."
Liang Chongyue retracted his gaze and slowly knelt down in front of his scumbag father. When Qi Deyuan refolded the imperial edict and placed it in His Highness's hands, he did not forget to add:
"Your Highness, please don't get up in a hurry. We have an imperial decree here."
Qi Deyuan cleared his throat, opened the remaining imperial edict, looked around, and said:
"By the Will of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims: Upon my abdication, the Crown Princess Liang Chongyue shall ascend the throne and inherit the great throne. With the dignity of the Emperor, you shall rule over all nations. I hope that upon your ascension, you will respect Heaven and follow the example of your ancestors, govern diligently and cherish the people, uphold justice, appoint virtuous and capable officials, open the channels for public opinion, and revitalize the government. This will ensure that our dynasty remains forever stable, our prosperity endures, and our people live and work in peace and contentment, sharing a peaceful and prosperous era."
"My sons and grandsons, as well as my princes and ministers, must all assist the new monarch wholeheartedly and must not disobey. Anyone harboring ill intentions or attempting to usurp the throne will be punished by heaven and the laws of the land.
Announce it to the world, and the envoys will hear about it. "
There is not much redundant explanation in the beginning. The first sentence is to announce to the world that the throne of Da Xia will only belong to her, Liang Chongyue, and no one can take it away.
"I, your son, bow my head in gratitude for your grace, and will live up to your expectations. I will prioritize our ancestors and the country, work tirelessly, and govern diligently, worthy of the people of the world."
Liang Chongyue knelt in front of her father. From the moment the imperial edict fell into her hands, the outcome was decided. The struggle for imperial power finally came to a brief end. What followed was the glorious life of Liang Chongyue.
At tonight's palace banquet, some were happy while others were sad. The ministers who had always stood firmly on the side of Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess were so surprised to see that Her Royal Highness was safe and had given birth to Prince Bao that they wanted to sing and dance in front of Concubine Liang and His Royal Highness Prince Rui in the main hall.
Those who couldn't resist the temptation have already thought about how they would die. Calculating the days, they probably won't survive this year.
Liang Chongyue saw all of this. Concubine Liang and the eighth prince were pale, but Concubine Liang's youngest son looked normal. He met her gaze and raised his glass to toast her.
He looks innocent, but there are no innocent people in the imperial palace.
After the palace banquet, Liang Chongyue drank some wine and did not return to the Princess's Mansion. Li Yu'an was sent back in a carriage, and Liang Chongyue and Minglang stayed in the Yiku Palace.
The scumbag father and the queen mother were teasing little Minglang. If he was hungry, there was a wet nurse to feed him. Liang Chongyue didn't have to worry about anything and went back to the side hall to drink sobering tea.
"Your Highness, Concubine Liang has made a move."
Before he had even finished his cup of tea, Ping An came back with the things he had just looted.
"What is this?"
Although Liang Chongyue had been in confinement for two months, she suffered a lot during the delivery. Now, the servants dare not bring these things that may have problems too close to His Highness for fear of hurting His Highness's body.
"Your Highness, this is what Concubine Liang ordered to be put in the food of Prince Bao's wet nurse."
Aunt Chunxiang happened to be waiting here to give His Highness a massage and care. Upon hearing this, she immediately stepped forward, took the things from Ping An's hand, and carefully examined them.
"This thing was delivered to Juxiang. His Majesty was in the main hall, so it was delivered directly to His Highness."
Ever since the Taozhi incident, the Queen Mother took the initiative and arranged for all the trustworthy sons in the family to be sent out. Juxiang specially arranged for the maids who cleaned the Yiku Palace to be sent to Concubine Liang.
There are more than a dozen palace maids like this in Yiku Palace, but Concubine Liang is indeed the most impatient one.
Liang Chongyue was not in a hurry. She had seen this trick when she was a child. With her around, Minglang would definitely grow up safely.
Chunxiang checked it carefully and finally confirmed it.
"Your Highness, there's a strong apple aroma here. Apples themselves are not poisonous, but if you use dozens of kilograms of apple seeds to squeeze out the juice, and then boil it over high heat to make a thick juice, even the slightest contamination will be incurable."
Before Chunxiang explained to His Highness that the apples were highly poisonous, she had already sealed everything up and wrapped them in cloth, making sure not to let any smell of the poisonous apple juice escape and harm His Highness's body.
Liang Chongyue's eyes were fixed on the small porcelain bottle of poisonous apple juice in Aunt Chunxiang's hand.
Now that the apples are past their ripening stage, the poison must have been prepared long ago. Even the small porcelain bottle she used was the white jade porcelain bottle she usually used.
"You've prepared so much. I think it's not just for Minglang, but for me as well."
Liang Chongyue was not planning to report this matter to her scumbag father. She couldn't hide the things happening in her house from her scumbag father, so she couldn't hide the things happening in the palace from him either.
She was already the heir chosen by her scumbag father. It would be futile for her to go to him for justice for every little thing.
"It's not easy to extract the juice from this poisonous apple, and it's even harder to bring it into the palace. Find a chance and return it."
Liang Chongyue didn't want to be covered in blood just after receiving the edict of succession. He was thinking about how to deal with these ignorant people. Now that the ways and methods are delivered to him, he might as well let nature take its course.
"Give more to Concubine Liang's youngest son. He's young, so he should like it very much."
Liang Chongyue smirked, Ping'an took the things and left. Liang Chongyue had just finished drinking the sobering tea and lay on the couch. Aunt Chunxiang was very skilled in giving her a relaxing massage, and she felt completely relaxed.
Liang Chongyue decided to summon Iris to the palace tomorrow to learn Aunt Chunxiang's craft and massage her after returning.
The days in the palace passed quickly. As soon as the palace banquet was over, the queen mother started preparing a full-moon banquet for little Minglang, saying that two months was still a full moon. Liang Chongyue had wanted to return to the palace, but now it felt like she was living in the Yangxin Palace.
Ever since she received the imperial edict of succession, her scumbag father has never stepped into the gate of the Yangxin Palace:
"You grew up in the Yangxin Palace. You should be very familiar with every brick and tile there. People always have to learn to grow up. Father believes that you are now capable of taking charge of your own affairs."
This was what Qi Deyuan heard when Liang Chongyue took out the imperial seal from the dragon case drawer in the Yangxin Palace and repeated his scumbag father's words with a smile.
Liang Chongyue now completely understood that his scumbag father had completely let go and was preparing to become the emperor.
Liang Chongyue was reviewing the memorials. As for those fence-sitters, he would just wait for some movement from Concubine Liang before dealing with them.
Since the court was short of people, she naturally would not kill them all, but the death list was prepared early on.
When you choose a side, you should be prepared to die if you fail.
Liang Chongyue lived a fulfilling life every day. After attending Minglang's full-moon banquet for a while while holding the child, Minglang was snatched away by his scumbag father and the queen mother. The queen mother was afraid that Minglang would be disturbed, so she took the energetic Minglang away from the banquet.
Not long after, Liang Chongyue turned around and saw her scumbag father left, leaving her alone to face the ministers who came to flatter her.
"Your Highness has had a few more drinks tonight. After you have some sobering tea, I will give you a good massage."
Every time there was a palace banquet, her mother would send Aunt Chunxiang to her early, waiting for the banquet to end so that she could give her a good massage to relieve her fatigue.
Liang Chongyue drank the sobering tea in one gulp. Just as he lay there for a while, Eunuch Qi walked in quickly.
"Your servant greets Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess. Consort Liang and His Royal Highness Prince Rui have been poisoned in Zhongcui Palace. I've come to ask Your Majesty to come and see them. Your Majesty is not available, so I've sent you to fetch Your Royal Highness the Crown Princess."
Liang Chongyue raised her hand to signal Aunt Chunxiang not to stop. Since the scumbag father didn't go, it meant that he already knew what was going on. Now Minglang was with the scumbag father and the queen mother, so he naturally had no time to take care of these things.
"I understand. I'll be there soon. I'm sorry to bother Eunuch Qi with the trip."
Eunuch Qi has been with His Majesty for so many years, so he naturally understands what His Highness means.
Empress Liang was somewhat favored some time ago, and Prince Rui was also studious and ambitious, but compared with the Empress and Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess, these were simply not worth mentioning.
Not to mention that His Highness now has a little prince. He can tell which is more important, but Concubine Liang just can't see it.
He pretended to be poisoned with Prince Rui in Zhongcui Palace in order to regain the favor of His Majesty. He was really overestimating his own abilities. He offended Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess. I am afraid that today the fake will become reality.
Liang Chongyue caught a glimpse of Eunuch Qi shaking his head and leaving. She didn't know what he was thinking, but the two people in Zhongcui Palace were in danger tonight, so it didn't matter whether they left early or late.
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