The emperor faked his death? Never mind, I will ascend the throne directly!

The carriage stopped in front of the Zhenguo Temple. Li Chengfeng and Chen Tingshu got off the carriage and walked straight to the Zen room in the backyard.

They came back so secretly that when Li Chengfeng appeared in front of Song Weiyu, Lord Song opened his mouth in surprise.

"Your Majesty...Your Majesty?" Song Wei Yu said in disbelief.

Seeing Lord Song's adorable appearance, Li Chengfeng also smiled gently: "It's me, I'm back!"

Song Wei Yu came to her senses and immediately saluted the emperor.

Li Chengfeng smiled slightly and gently helped Song Weiyu up, his eyes filled with concern and tenderness: "I'm back, everything is fine."

"Your Majesty, you have suffered." Tears flashed in Song Wei Yu's eyes. Although she still couldn't believe the reality in front of her, her voice was firm and clear.

Li Chengfeng waved his hand, signaling her not to say anything more, and then looked at the eunuch beside him.

Asked: "Where is Xiao Liuzi?"

"Your Majesty, Eunuch Liu has gone out for something and should be back soon." A young eunuch replied respectfully.

Nodding, Li Chengfeng continued, "Go prepare some food and hot water. Master Chen and I need to rest well."

He looked at Chen Tingshu and found that he also looked tired.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Chen Tingshu bowed.

The palace maids immediately got busy and walked quickly towards the kitchen. The eunuchs followed closely behind and went to the bathroom to prepare for the emperor's bath.

With the help of the palace maids, the two of them took a comfortable bath and changed into clean clothes. After the hot steam rose, they both felt a lot more energetic.

As you walk out of the Zen room, a fresh scent of sandalwood hits you in the face, making you feel relaxed and happy.

Exquisite vegetarian dishes have been arranged in the Zen room, emitting an enticing aroma.

When Song Weiyu saw the two of them coming, she immediately stood up and bowed, "Your Majesty."

She returned to her seat only after Li Chengfeng sat down.

The three of them had a simple meal. Li Chengfeng was in a good mood and had a big appetite, so he ate a lot.

Song Wei Yu sat quietly on the side, occasionally adding water and serving dishes to Li Chengfeng, with elegant and proper manners.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, the palace maids came in one after another, cleared the bowls and dishes, and replaced them with fragrant tea.

After the palace maids left, tranquility returned to the Zen room, leaving only the faint scent of tea.

At this time, the scent of sandalwood rose in the hall, and the fake emperor was listening to the abbots chanting scriptures.

A young eunuch quickly walked up behind him and whispered, "Your Majesty has returned to Zhenguo Temple."

After he finished speaking, the fake emperor's eyes lit up. He put down the scriptures in his hand, said to the abbot, "I have something to do, so I'm out," and walked out quickly.

When he arrived outside the Zen room where Li Chengfeng was resting, he asked the eunuch guarding the door to report to the emperor.

"Xuan."

Hearing Li Chengfeng's voice, the fake emperor immediately walked in and knelt on the ground. "Your servant greets the emperor. Long live the emperor!"

Li Chengfeng smiled at this person who looked very similar to himself and said casually, "Get up."

"Yes." The fake emperor stood in front of Li Chengfeng with his head lowered, waiting for the emperor's orders.

"You have worked hard to pray for me in Zhenguo Temple." Li Chengfeng said after taking a sip of tea.

"Your Majesty, you are too kind. It is my honor to share your worries." The fake emperor bent lower and said respectfully.

Nodding, Li Chengfeng was very satisfied with the performance of this fake emperor.

"I returned to the capital this time to completely resolve the issues in Jiangnan Prefecture. I don't need you here for the time being, so please go down first."

"Wait until Xiao Liuzi comes back, then go ask him for your reward." Li Chengfeng patted his shoulder.

"Your Majesty, I thank you for your reward. Long live Your Majesty!" The fake emperor kowtowed to express his gratitude, bent over and backed out.

Not long after, the eunuch outside the door reported again: "Your Majesty, the abbot of Zhenguo Temple is waiting outside to see Your Majesty."

Li Chengfeng, holding a tea bowl, nodded slightly to Song Weiyu. Song Weiyu understood and walked to the door and said to the young eunuch, "Your Majesty, please come to see me."

A moment later, an old monk with white hair and beard and a kind face walked in, followed by a young novice monk.

The two men clasped their hands together and bowed deeply to Li Chengfeng: "Amitabha, I greet your Majesty."

Li Chengfeng quickly stood up and supported the old host: "Master, there is no need to be so polite." Then he gestured for him to sit down and talk.

The old abbot clasped his hands together, said thank you, and slowly sat down. The young monk then stood behind the abbot.

Gazing at Li Chengfeng kindly, the old host said, "Amitabha, Your Majesty's health is truly a blessing for our Daqian."

As he spoke, he raised his head and looked at Li Chengfeng sincerely, his eyes brimming with a subtle admiration. "I heard that Your Majesty has recently been on an inspection tour of Jiangnan. You must have been exhausted by the journey. I hope Your Majesty takes good care of yourself."

Hearing this, Li Chengfeng smiled and said, "Thank you for your concern, Master. I am fine."

He paused, then continued, "I am making this incognito visit to understand the people's sentiments and their sufferings."

The old host nodded slightly in agreement: "Your Majesty cares about the people, which is truly the act of a wise ruler." As he spoke, he also picked up the teacup and took a sip with an elegant and calm movement.

"Buddhism also emphasizes compassion and saving all living beings. Your Majesty's trip also has something in common with Buddhism." He put down the teacup, his eyes gentle and full of wisdom.

"The prosperity of Zhenguo Temple is also due to the grace of the royal family. I would like to thank Your Majesty on behalf of the monks in the temple."

He clasped his hands together again and bowed slightly.

"Master, you're welcome." Li Chengfeng also clasped his hands together and returned the greeting.

Seeing the emperor's slightly tired face, the host stood up and took his leave, and told the emperor to have a good rest.

After watching the old abbot leave, Li Chengfeng said to Chen Tingshu, "I am tired. Please find a meditation room to rest."

"Yes, we will take our leave." Chen Tingshu and Song Weiyu went out together.

Li Chengfeng fell directly onto the bed, covered himself with the quilt and fell asleep.

The young monk in the temple cleaned an empty meditation room for Chen Tingshu, and Chen Tingshu fell asleep immediately.

Seeing the two of them falling asleep instantly, Song Wei Yu sighed softly, knowing that they must have expended a lot of energy on the journey.

Thinking of this, she turned around and went back to her study to continue handling government affairs.

Li Chengfeng and Chen Tingshu slept soundly, and they didn't know how long it had been before a rumbling sound in his stomach woke Li Chengfeng up.

He rubbed his sleepy eyes and felt hungry.

At this time, Xiao Liuzi also came back. Hearing the sound of Li Chengfeng getting up in the Zen room, he immediately rushed in and said, "Your Majesty, you are awake!"

The joy on Xiao Liuzi's face was beyond words. As he spoke, he swiftly helped Li Chengfeng change clothes and wash up.

"Well, I am still happy to be served by Xiao Liuzi." Li Chengfeng praised Xiao Liuzi with a smile.

I haven't seen this guy for a long time and I still miss him a little.

"Hehe, thank you, Your Majesty, for the praise." Little Liuzi laughed.

By the time the two of them had finished cleaning up, the palace maids and eunuchs had already prepared the food and filled the table.

Everyone was used to eating with His Majesty, so they stopped being polite and started eating with big mouthfuls.

The hot rice was accompanied by some exquisite side dishes, and everyone ate it with gusto.

After eating and drinking his fill, Li Chengfeng finally felt the real joy of returning to the capital. He heaved a long sigh of relief and sighed contentedly, "The food in the capital is still to my liking!"