~ JUNYUE IS NOT SUITABLE ~
Grand Princess Yi De nodded, soaked the handkerchief in the water, and wiped the cold sweat off the Emperor’s forehead. “Your Majesty and Empress Wei are a young couple, and the two of them supported each other all the way over. The relationship between them was very deep, but it’s a pity that Empress Wei’s fate was not good and that she did not end well in the end.”
The doubt in Mu Yunyao’s heart intensified. “Since the relationship between the Emperor and the Empress is so good, why didn’t he protect her in the first place and instead allow her to fall into the Cold Palace?”
Grand Princess Yi De sighed, “Being in a high position, especially being in the position of Emperor, is often beyond one’s control. At that time, the situation was exceptionally complicated, as there were many things that the Emperor could not change. Yao’er, I have seen you and Junyue getting along these days. Junyue had secretly talked to me and said he no longer intended to fight for the throne, and I respect his intention. Would you feel reconciled?”
Mu Yunyao shook her head and smiled. “Grandmother, I like Ning Junyue, not the power and status he represents. Moreover, I don’t think anything about being an Emperor is good. No matter what decision Yue Wang makes, I will support him.”
Grand Princess Yi De placed the handkerchief back into the basin, grabbed Mu Yunyao’s hand, and gently patted it. “You and Yue Wang are both good children. Since you have already decided on the future path, you should unswervingly continue to walk forward and not be affected by anything else. Grandmother will always support you.”
“Thank you, Grandmother.”
On the bed, the Emperor’s mumbling grew fainter and gradually disappeared.
Mu Yunyao stepped forward to touch the Emperor’s forehead and sighed a small sigh of relief. “Grandmother, the Emperor’s fever has already subsided. He should be able to wake up soon.”
“Yes.”
After waiting for half an hour, the Emperor slowly opened his eyes. His tense mind instantly relaxed when he saw Grand Princess Yi De sitting beside him. “Imperial Elder Sister...”
Grand Princess Yi De stepped forward and helped the Emperor sit up, then took the pillow and placed it behind his back. “If the Emperor continues to act this way, I will punish you.”
“Imperial Elder Sister, what’s wrong with me?”
“You still have the nerve to ask what’s the matter. Yunyao and I have already guarded over you for the whole night. If it weren’t for Yunyao’s superb medical skills, I’m afraid that right now you … …” Grand Princess Yi De heavily sighed, her eyes full of disapproval. “For Su Yuyi, for a child that doesn’t exist, it’s worth it for you to risk your life!”
The Emperor’s expression was heavy. “Imperial Elder Sister, it isn’t just for that child. I just feel disheartened …” Although he was old, he was not blind. There was a high chance that Ling Wang and his Imperial Harem were responsible for today’s matters.
The Grand Princess Yi De naturally understood what he was thinking, but she couldn’t go any deeper and could only comfort him. “Your Majesty, so many storms and waves have come. Are you still afraid of this little bit of ups and downs?”
The Emperor sighed. “When I was still a prince, I secretly swore that if I became the Emperor one day, I would never be like the previous Emperor, holding on to the Emperor’s authority until I died, forcing several sons to fight against each other, disregarding any blood or family ties for the throne. I would choose a suitable successor and give up the throne. Once he can handle the affairs of the Imperial Court on his own, I will enjoy a few days of leisure. I remember that Imperial Elder Sister once told me that she liked the South China Sea. I have never been there in my life, so I don’t know what it looks like…”
Grand Princess Yi De held his hand. “After this matter is settled, I will accompany the Emperor to the South China Sea to take a look.”
“My Imperial Elder Sister, my body is too weak. I’m afraid I won’t be able to make it that far.”
“Who said that? When the time comes, let Yunyao and Junyue accompany you. Yunyao knows medicine, and she can help you recover your body. Yue Wang knows martial arts and can also protect us. This trip across the South China Sea may sound very far, but it’s less than a month’s journey.
We will travel mountains and rivers, admiring the beautiful river and mountains under your leadership, and we will arrive before we know it.”
The Emperor seemed to have been comforted by the image Grand Princess Yi De envisioned. His serious expression finally relaxed a little. “Imperial Elder Sister, I’ve made up my mind. I’m going to let Junyu ascend to the throne.”
Mu Yunyao’s heart fiercely trembled, but her face remained as unmoving as a mountain.
Grand Princess Yi De didn’t feel surprised at all. “It’s good that the Emperor has made his decision. Junyu is a good child. As long as we properly hone his skills, he can pass on the Emperor’s will.”
“Imperial Elder Sister, just as you’ve told me, Junyu’s character is straightforward. He’s not good at playing tricks and plots, and Marquis Wei is loyal to the Imperial family and has never changed in the past few decades. According to his personality, he is not the most suitable successor to the throne, but I have no choice. Junling was not smart but held himself in high regard and only knew how to rely on the Li family. If he is allowed to ascend to the throne, it is impossible to tell whether the Dali dynasty’s surname is Ning or Li. Moreover, he’s vicious and merciless. None of my children will be able to save once he ascends the throne. Junyue, Junyue’s personality is too cold. He has no family or people in his heart, only what he cares about. He can’t be a good Emperor. He is more suited for the suggestion made by Imperial Elder Sister at the beginning to be a sharp blade for decontamination and descaling, helping Junyu break through thorns and stabilize the Dali Dynasty.”
“Since the Emperor has already made his decision, then we will implement it in accordance with this decision. There’s no need to waste any more time and attention.”
“Imperial Elder Sister, I have to get rid of the Li family first!”
“Your majesty, the Li family has a solid foundation. Prime Minister Li is also a veteran of the Dali Dynasty. He has been cautious in doing things these years for fear of being caught by others. To deal with such a veteran, the Emperor must find a suitable reason.It is not advisable to take action forcefully unless it is absolutely necessary. You can convey your meaning to Junyu, which can be regarded as a test for him, the future Emperor. With us here, he can do whatever he wants. Even if he doesn’t succeed in the end, we can still help him finish this off.”
“Imperial Elder Sister is right. I will call Junyu over to have a chat.”
Mu Yunyao stood behind Grand Princess Yi De and looked at the aging Emperor before her, and a sincere admiration rose from her heart. A sincere admiration arose from her heart. “This old man has worked hard for the Dali Dynasty all his life. Even though he is now suffering from illness, he still remembers to choose a suitable successor to help the Dali Dynasty establish a stable future.”
His life is written on paper as a legend, and he was destined to become legendary.
Leaving the Yangxin Residence, Grand Princess Yi De noticed Mu Yunyao’s unusual silence and couldn’t help but ask with a smile, “Yao’er, what’s wrong? Were you frightened by what happened today?”
Mu Yunyao hurriedly shook her head.
“Grandmother, Yue Wang, and I will do our best to help His Royal Highness Yu Wang. When everything has settled, we will accompany you and the Emperor to the South China Sea to play.”
Grand Princess Yi De was startled momentarily and then firmly held her hand, her eyes slightly red. “Good child.”
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