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When the news of victory came, Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan looked at each other and smiled.

They know that all the hard work and efforts are worth it.

The prince was very grateful and praised Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan highly.

"This time, I was able to successfully thwart the Second Prince's conspiracy thanks to the great help of both of you." The prince said sincerely.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan said in unison, "Your Highness, your words are too kind. This is what I should do."

After this incident, Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan's positions in the palace became more stable, and the prince trusted them more and more.

They know that the road ahead is still long, but they are ready to meet all challenges.

However, just when they thought everything was settled, an unexpected news suddenly came.

The emperor was seriously ill and urgently summoned the prince to the palace.

Upon hearing the news, the prince felt nervous and hurriedly took Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan into the palace.

In the palace, the emperor's face was pale and he lay on the bed, looking very weak.

"Father!" the prince exclaimed and rushed to the bed.

The emperor opened his eyes and saw the prince, a hint of relief flashed in his eyes.

"Ming'er, you're here." He said softly.

The prince held the emperor's hand tightly, his eyes full of worry: "Father, how are you feeling? Are you feeling unwell?"

The emperor smiled slightly and shook his head: "I'm fine, just a little tired."

As he spoke, he turned his gaze to Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan: "You two are here too."

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan saluted in unison: "Greetings, Your Majesty."

The emperor nodded and motioned for them to stand up.

"I know that we were able to thwart the second brother's conspiracy this time thanks to the great help of you two." The emperor said slowly.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan were shocked. They didn't expect that the emperor was so aware of their contributions.

"Your Majesty, you are too kind. I am only fulfilling my responsibilities." Lin Wanqing said respectfully.

Upon hearing this, the emperor's eyes flashed with approval.

He looked at the prince and said earnestly, "Ming'er, you must remember that when you employ someone, trust him; when you doubt him, don't employ him."

These two are loyal to you, so you must treat them well."

The Crown Prince nodded solemnly: "I will remember your father's teachings."

The emperor nodded slightly, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end it just turned into a sigh.

His gaze lingered on Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan for a moment, and finally he slowly closed his eyes.

The prince's heart tightened, and he called out in a low voice: "Father?"

However, the emperor never responded again.

The entire palace fell into a dead silence, with only the prince's crying voice echoing.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan looked at each other and saw the solemnity in each other's eyes.

They knew that with the emperor's death, the dynasty was destined to usher in a huge change.

The prince stayed by the emperor's bedside for a whole night, and only stood up slowly after he was sure that the emperor had passed away.

His eyes were full of determination and resolve, as if he had grown a lot overnight.

"Lin Wanqing, Lu Shengyuan." He called in a deep voice.

The two men immediately stepped forward and responded in unison: "Your Majesty is here."

"From now on, I will rely on you two." The prince looked at them deeply. "Are you willing to lend me a helping hand and protect this vast land together?"

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan smiled at each other and said in unison, "Your Highness, I swear to follow you till death!"

Their voices were sonorous and powerful, echoing for a long time in the empty palace.

Upon hearing this, a hint of relief flashed in the prince's eyes.

He knew that he had chosen the right person.

In the following days, the prince's prestige in the court gradually increased, and all the ministers submitted to him one after another.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan also relied on their wisdom and strategies to solve many difficult problems for the prince.

Finally, one month after the emperor's death, the prince successfully ascended the throne and changed the reign title to Jingming.

As meritorious officials who followed the emperor to the throne, Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan were entrusted with important tasks by the new emperor and served as the left and right prime ministers respectively.

The two of them worked hand in hand to assist the new emperor in governing the country, making the Jingming Dynasty prosperous, peaceful and prosperous.

However, even though they are in high positions, they have never forgotten their original intention and mission.

They always keep in mind the emperor's teachings and instructions, and swear to protect this vast country and the peace of the people.

Time flies, the years are like a shuttle.

In the blink of an eye, it was already the spring of the first year of Jingming.

On this day, the new emperor held a banquet in the palace to entertain his ministers, and Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan were also invited.

At the banquet, there was singing and dancing, and the atmosphere was prosperous.

The new emperor raised his wine glass, looked at Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan, and said with a smile, "I can achieve what I have today thanks to the great help of you two beloved ministers."

As he spoke, he drank the wine in his cup and said, "I offer a toast to you two, my dear ministers!"

Upon seeing this, all the ministers raised their glasses in agreement.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan also quickly stood up and raised their glasses. "I dare not take credit for this. Everything is due to the emperor's wisdom, bravery, and good leadership."

As they talked, they drank the wine in their glasses.

The new emperor laughed when he heard this: "You two are always so humble."

As he spoke, his expression suddenly became serious: "But honestly, I am truly lucky to have met you two."

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan felt a warm feeling in their hearts and said in unison, "It is our good fortune to have met the Emperor."

Along the way, the new emperor indeed trusted them and entrusted them with important tasks.

They will always remember this kindness in their hearts.

After the banquet, the night deepened.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan walked out of the palace together and looked up at the starry night sky.

"Prince, do you think our journey has been too smooth?" Lin Wanqing suddenly asked.

Lu Shengyuan was stunned when he heard this, then he smiled and said, "What? Wanqing is also starting to become sentimental?"

She paused, then continued, "Maybe all this is destined."

"It's fate?" Lin Wanqing murmured these four words to himself, thinking about something.

The two of them walked side by side in the night, their shadows stretched very long in the moonlight...

Time flies, and it has been three years since Jingming.

During these three years, with the assistance of Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan, the new emperor governed the Jingming Dynasty in an orderly manner and made the country prosperous and the people strong.

The people lived and worked in peace and prosperity, and their admiration for the new emperor and the two prime ministers was beyond words.

However, one autumn afternoon in the third year of Jingming, an urgent secret report broke this tranquility and harmony.

The secret report said: The Turkic people in the northern border suddenly sent troops to invade the border and have captured three cities in succession. The border is in crisis!

The new emperor was shocked upon hearing the news and immediately summoned his ministers to discuss countermeasures.

Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan also hurried to the palace to discuss strategies to deal with the enemy.

"I never thought the Turks would suddenly launch an invasion!" the new emperor said solemnly, "Now the border is in crisis. How should we respond?"

The ministers were discussing the matter, some advocated peace talks, some advocated fighting, and it was difficult to reach a consensus for a while.