I will lead the whole village to occupy the land and become the king.

In fact, Jiang Qinyu was also a little puzzled. Lu Yanzheng had been back for some time. Every day, apart from accompanying her, he would handle official business. She hadn't seen him make any other preparations.

However, she believed that Lu Yanzheng could handle his own affairs, so she did not ask.

Other people in the village were also secretly speculating, and Grandpa Jiang and others even quietly went to Village Chief Li's house to ask.

"What do you think A Zheng means?" Grandpa Jiang looked at everyone and spoke first.

It's not that he is in a hurry to make Lu Yanzheng the emperor, but the people outside are now saying that as long as Lu Yanzheng becomes the emperor, the people of the world will have a good life, and their Yongshan County will become the new capital. Many families with extra money are trying to buy more land, thinking that they will be able to make a fortune in a short time.

Village Chief Li glanced at everyone and, without waiting for them to express their opinions, stated directly, "I don't care what you think, but I support Zheng. I support whatever decision he makes. Even if he doesn't become emperor, he's still the most promising person in our village, the one most worthy of everyone's support!"

After he said this, those who had wanted to say something didn't know how to start. After looking at each other, they all agreed with what Village Chief Li said.

"The village chief is right. Don't worry about what others say, and don't worry about what A Zheng becoming emperor can bring us. Our current life is good enough, and let the rest take its course!" Grandpa Jiang also figured it out.

Whether Lu Yanzheng becomes the emperor or not has nothing to do with him. He just needs to live his life well.

Seeing them like this, Village Chief Li said nothing more and quickly sent them all away.

When Mrs. Meng saw the man leave, she came over and asked, "Boss, what do you think Ah Zheng is thinking?"

"How should I know?" Village Chief Li rolled his eyes. "Anyway, whatever A Zheng decides to do, it must have been carefully considered. We should just follow them and live a good life."

In fact, he had also privately pondered Lu Yanzheng's intentions. At present, it seemed that he did not want to be the emperor, but why? If he did not do it, who would do it? If someone else became the emperor, would the people still have a good life?

Although everyone in Dingshui Village believed in Lu Yanzheng's decision, they were still very nervous. After all, they trusted Lu Yanzheng's character, but they couldn't be sure if it was someone else.

At this time, a group of people came secretly from the capital and broke into the small house where Mr. Lu and Qin Daru lived one night.

When he saw the newcomers, Mr. Lu's expression was indescribable. He turned to look at Qin Ziyi and asked, "Did you invite all the elders here?"

Qin Ziyi nodded, "Yes, it's not a good idea for the prince to not ascend the throne. I don't want to do anything, I just want to ask him what he really thinks."

The main thing is that Lu Yanzheng is in this state now, which makes people feel uneasy.

Mr. Lu could understand his thoughts, but he was a little disapproving. "The prince must have his reasons for doing this. We'll just wait and see. You guys..."

He looked at the old men and sighed, "Isn't this forcing the prince to ascend the throne quickly?"

Anyway, he could see that Lu Yanzheng was definitely not the kind of person who would be coerced, and Qin Ziyi and the others' actions might backfire.

However, Qin Ziyi had already come to this point, and the arrow was on the string and had to be shot. He could only discuss in a low voice with a few old men.

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At Jiang Qinyu's house, the family had just finished breakfast. Lu Yanzheng was about to go to the study with Jiang Qinyu when he heard the doorman come to report that Qin Ziyi had arrived for a visit.

"What's Mr. Qin doing?" Jiang Qinyu looked out the door in surprise. "He's Shufan and Pan'er's teacher. He wasn't like this before."

Qin Ziyi has always been very casual and has never done anything like this. What happened today?

Lu Yanzheng shook his head, "You'll know in a moment."

The two went straight to the flower hall, and soon Yunzhu came in with Qin Ziyi and several old men.

Jiang Qinyu was even more confused when she saw this scene.

"Greetings, Your Highness." Qin Ziyi and others saluted, but it was a very formal greeting, the kind of greeting between subordinates and superiors.

Lu Yanzheng looked at the others, guessing something in his mind, and nodded, "Everyone, please sit down, no need to be polite."

Qin Ziyi and others did not sit down, but started to introduce themselves instead.

"I am the former Imperial College Priest..."

"I am an old man of humble talent. I used to work in the Honglu Temple..."

"Old man..."

After hearing this, Jiang Qinyu also understood, and some thoughts emerged in her mind.

Lu Yanzheng remained calm until they had all finished introducing themselves. Then he looked at them and asked, "I wonder why you have come all the way here?"

The elders hadn't expected him to ask so directly. After glancing at each other, they all knelt down, kowtowed, and shouted, "We sincerely request that Your Highness ascend the throne as emperor as soon as possible and seek the welfare of the people of the world!"

Jiang Qinyu showed an expression of "as expected" and turned to look at Lu Yanzheng.

Lu Yanzheng's expression remained calm, without even a pause. He raised his hand and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, please stand up."

Qin Ziyi and others didn't know whether he agreed or not, and no one dared to stand up.

Seeing this, Lu Yanzheng stood up and went to support them personally.

Since he did this, these people naturally didn't dare to stand up, but they were still unsure!

Just as everyone was looking at each other, Lu Yanzheng spoke again.

"I understand what you elders are thinking, but... just go back and wait for news."

Obviously, Lu Yanzheng didn't want to say anything more to these people. He just nodded to everyone and asked Yunzhu to see the guests off. He then helped Jiang Qinyu walk to the study.

Qin Ziyi and the others were sent away in a daze, and they were still in shock until they left the Lu family.

"Old Qin, what does the prince mean by this?" a grumpy old man frowned. "We've come all this way here, and he's just sending us off with just this one sentence?"

"Yes, Mr. Qin, we are not dissatisfied with the prince's actions, but... he should explain it more clearly!"

"Alas, it was a wasted trip. We still don't know whether the prince will ascend the throne or when..."

Everyone in the group sighed and felt anxious.

Qin Ziyi also frowned, but did not speak.

He also couldn't quite understand Lu Yanzheng. What did this mean?

On the other side, Jiang Qinyu also looked at Lu Yanzheng and asked, "What did you mean by that just now?"

Lu Yanzheng helped her sit down, then pulled a chair and sat next to her. He took her hand, looked into her eyes and asked, "Do you want me to ascend the throne?"

Seeing how serious he was, Jiang Qinyu put aside her curiosity and thought carefully before saying, "Actually, as long as the people can live a stable life, anyone can be emperor. But..."

She looked at him seriously and said, "If you want to expand your harem after ascending the throne, then it would be better for us to divorce first. I am not willing to share my husband with anyone."

Lu Yanzheng frowned. "Which bastard is talking nonsense? Who said I'll have a harem when I ascend the throne?"

"Isn't this the custom of every emperor?" Jiang Qinyu raised her eyebrows, not wanting to let this question go easily.

Lu Yanzheng felt heartbroken. He looked directly into her eyes, held her hand tightly, and said, "Don't ever mention the word 'divorce' again in this life."

Jiang Qinyu remained silent.

Lu Yanzheng continued, "Originally, I hadn't made up my mind, but now I can tell you that I will not ascend the throne."

If his ascension to the throne would cause Jiang Qinyu to have wild thoughts, then he absolutely cannot be the emperor. There are always other ways to properly accommodate the people, but he only has one wife. Who can he turn to for justice if he loses her?

"Uh," Jiang Qinyu choked, "If you don't ascend the throne, who will be the emperor?"