On the wedding day, my wife was abnormal

This person's name is Zhou Zheng.

He is known for his uprightness and fearlessness of power.

At this moment, his face flushed, and there was a determination in his eyes. He took a step forward, knelt on the ground and kowtowed, saying: "Your Majesty, there is one thing I don't understand. As the king of a country, why do you wear a phoenix robe instead of a dragon robe? This is related to the ancestral laws. I hope Your Majesty can explain it clearly!" After that, he pressed his forehead to the ground, waiting for Murong Yan's answer.

There was an uproar in the court, and everyone's eyes were cast on Murong Yan, some worried, some curious, and some waiting to see the show.

Murong Yan frowned slightly, a hint of displeasure flashed in her eyes, but it disappeared in an instant.

Because she knew that she would have to explain to the ministers today, she had already prepared her speech.

Murong Yan gently cleared her throat, looked around, and swept her gaze over each minister before she slowly spoke, "My dear ministers, I don the phoenix robe today, not on a whim, nor do I intentionally violate ancestral rules. Since I was a child, I have often worn phoenix robes in my family. To me, the phoenix is ​​not only a sign of good fortune, but also carries the expectations and protection of my family elders. Later, due to circumstances, I disguised myself as a man to ascend the throne. I was forced to don the dragon robe and conceal my identity to stabilize the government."

At this point, Murong Yan paused slightly, a subtle hint of sadness flashing across her eyes. She continued, "Now that I am firmly seated on the throne and Daqian is thriving, I believe it is time to reveal the truth to the world and return to my original heart. The phoenix soars, its song resonates in harmony. The phoenix is ​​a symbol of auspiciousness, harmony, and prosperity. I wear the phoenix robe in prayer, wishing that Daqian, like the phoenix, will rise from the ashes, further progress in this prosperous age, and enjoy eternal peace. Furthermore, every stitch and thread of this phoenix robe embodies the painstaking efforts of the craftsmen. It carries my hopes for the people of Daqian and my vision for the future."

Her voice was steady, powerful, and resounding, echoing in the Golden Palace. Everyone listened attentively, and the doubts on their faces gradually faded away.

But who would have thought that Murong Yan's explanation did not calm the public anger as she wished, but instead seemed to add fuel to the fire, making the ministers even more angry.

"Your Majesty, I find it difficult to agree with your words!" Zhou Zheng stood up and pointed at Murong Yan with trembling hands. "The dragon robe is a symbol of imperial legitimacy, carrying the centuries-old heritage of our Daqian. How can it be changed at will? You wear the phoenix robe today. Will you change the name of the country and the ancestors in the future? How will the people of the world view our Daqian royal family and how can they trust our Daqian court?"

He became more and more excited as he spoke, his eyes became red and veins bulged on his forehead, as if he was defending the most sacred thing in the world.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Another young and energetic censor echoed, "Laws established by our ancestors cannot be easily changed. As the ruler of a country, you should set an example and follow the teachings of our ancestors. Now you are leading the way in breaking the rules. How can we, your subjects, act? If everyone can break the rules at will, wouldn't the Daqian court be in chaos, and wouldn't the foundation of the country be in turmoil?"

His voice was sharp and high-pitched, buzzing in the hall, and his face was full of grief.

"Your Majesty, I have heard of your recent actions. Not only have you replaced the dragon throne and dragon desk, but you've also moved your office to Fengming Palace. This series of actions clearly declares to the world your rejection of the dragon and your contempt for tradition. I am worried that if this continues, the people will lose their confidence and the country will be in tatters!"

"Your Majesty, could it be that you have been bewitched by a treacherous person or a demon?"

Murong Yan listened quietly to the accusations of the ministers, her face gradually becoming gloomy.

She didn't expect that her good intentions would be misunderstood by the ministers.

She clenched her fists tightly, her nails digging into her palms, trying hard to suppress the anger in her heart.

Seeing this, Lin Zhen was secretly anxious.

He knew very well that Murong Yan was in a difficult situation at the moment, but if he offered to help, it would only make the officials more disgusted.

Yan'er, Yan'er, when will you stop being so reckless?

Murong Yan took a deep breath and looked at Lin Zhen, but this time her eyes no longer had the expectation of yesterday, but rather determination!

She wanted to see whether she, as a woman, could control these officials by ascending to the throne.

"My dear ministers, I understand your concerns, but everything I do is for the future of Daqian. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, one must break with the old and establish the new. While Daqian may appear prosperous, it is actually mired in crisis. If we cling to the old, we will surely be eliminated by the times. I don the phoenix robe and change the furnishings of the court, not to abandon the dragon, but to combine the strengths of both and create a new era of glory for Daqian. As for the so-called treacherous instigation, it is pure nonsense. Murong Yan joins hands with me for the sake of the people of Daqian. I hope everyone will refrain from making groundless speculations."

Inside the Golden Throne Hall, the atmosphere was as heavy as a leaden cloud pressing down on the head.

Zhou Zheng is usually a stubborn and upright person. At this moment, his face is flushed and veins are bulging on his forehead. It seems that he is about to break through the barriers of reason in the next second and speak again regardless of the consequences.

He took a half step forward, his body trembling slightly. Just as he was about to speak, Murong Yan shot him a sharp look like lightning, followed by a sharp shout: "Enough!"

The shout was like a huge bell, resonating and echoing between every inch of bricks and stones in the palace, making everyone's ears buzz. For a moment, the court was silent and you could hear a pin drop.

Murong Yan's eyes were filled with majesty as she scanned the entire audience. Her clothes moved in the wind, making loud noises, fully demonstrating her imperial majesty.

"Everyone, please don't forget. This is the Murong family's world. It's mine!" Her voice was cold and resolute, each word shrouded in frost, striking at everyone's heartstrings. "Since ascending the throne, I have devoted all my energy and efforts. Why? For the sake of this great country and its people, so that all my people can live and work in peace and contentment."

At this point, Murong Yan paused and turned her gaze towards Zhou Zheng. A complex emotion flashed across her eyes, a mixture of majesty and regret. "Zhou Zheng, I appreciate your years of dedication and loyalty, your outspokenness and courage in the court, and your tireless efforts for the country. I will not punish you today. Withdraw!"

Zhou Zheng pursed his lips tightly, with the corners of his mouth slightly turned down, as if there were thousands of words stuck in his throat, making his eyes red.

He was filled with resentment, his fists clenched, his knuckles white, and the feeling of unwillingness was almost bursting out.

But under Murong Yan's pressure and the mighty power of the emperor, even if he felt wronged, he could only swallow his anger.

He pursed his lips in hatred, but in the end did not utter another word. He sighed deeply, dragged his heavy steps, and slowly retreated to the queue. His lonely back seemed to have aged several years in an instant.

Seeing Zhou Zheng retreat, Murong Yan calmed herself down slightly and spoke again, her voice resounding throughout the hall: "Although I am a woman, I will not lose to any man in this world! The phoenix is ​​an auspicious bird, a symbol of good fortune, harmony, and prosperity. From now on, the phoenix is ​​the auspicious beast of Daqian, revered by all the people. Anyone who dares to question the phoenix will be beheaded!"

When this decree came out, it was like a bolt of thunder striking the court, shocking everyone.

In an instant, the air seemed to freeze, and the ministers looked at each other, their eyes filled with shock and fear.

However, in this dead silence, Lin Zhen moved, took the first step, knelt on one knee, and said loudly: "I obey your order!"

In fact, he didn't expect that Murong Yan would be so intimidating today. Not only were her words flawless, they also shocked several censors.

To be honest, Lin Zhen also felt that Zhou Zheng didn't need to do that.

With a monthly salary of 3,000 Wen, what's the point of working so hard?

With Lin Zhen's first response, all the officials seemed to have just woken up from a dream. Although they still had doubts in their hearts, they did not dare to disobey the imperial order. They all lifted the hems of their official robes, knelt on the ground and kowtowed, shouting in unison: "Your Majesty, we obey your order!"

The sound waves rose and fell, shaking the beams of the palace and causing dust to fall off, but it also announced that Murong Yan's authority had stabilized the situation at this moment.