Chapter 523

"If I don't abdicate, I will end up like the late Emperor …" The Yongxing Emperor's mind was buzzing, and the tragic scene of the Yuanjing Emperor dying without a whole body appeared in his mind.

The Throne Room quietened down in an instant. Not a single sound could be heard.

All eyes fell on Xu Qi 'an. For a moment, no one scolded him, and no one protested.

If there was anyone in Daibun who dared to kill the Emperor, Xu Qi 'an was one of them.

After a while, Prince Yu walked out with a sullen face and tried to persuade him.

"Xu Qi 'an, Daibun is in a precarious situation, with troubles both inside and outside. It can't afford to be tossed around. Considering the imperial court's support for you in the past, please be merciful. "

Prince Yu knew that although Xu Qi 'an did not help him, he had helped him several times, so he stepped forward to persuade him.

"That's right!"

The Chancellor of the Dali Monastery swallowed his saliva, plucked up his courage, and said in a loud voice,

"Xu Qi 'an, you are Wei Yuan's trusted confidant. Wei Yuan wholeheartedly supported the country and brought peace to the people of the Central Plains. How can you disappoint his last wish and push the imperial court into the abyss of eternal damnation? "

With these two people taking the lead, the noble scholars who supported the Yongxing Emperor began to persuade him.

In their eyes, Xu Qi 'an was a lawless Warrior, but he was not a bloodthirsty maniac. On the contrary, what he had done in the past could be praised as chivalrous.

Therefore, they believed that as long as they were in the right and righteous, they could put pressure on Xu Qi 'an.

"A gentleman can be deceived!"

Yongxing Emperor was like a trapped beast that was forced to a dead end. He jumped up from his throne, pointed at Xu Qi 'an, and roared with a crazed expression,

"You want to force me to abdicate?

"Xu Qi 'an, I trusted you so much, and relied on you so much that I gave you the marriage in Lin' an. Is this how you repay me?

"Aren't you afraid that if this matter spreads out, Xu Yinluo's reputation will be ruined? You will not be remembered in history. Aren't you afraid that you will go down in history? "

Even a rabbit would bite when it was cornered, let alone an emperor!

"If I want to marry Lin 'an, I will. Why do I need you to give me the marriage?"

Xu Qi 'an grabbed the spear in Yang Yan's hand and flicked his wrist. With a bang, the spear flew out and pierced the throne behind him with the corner of Yongxing Emperor's robe.

The Yongxing Emperor fell to the ground, his pupils dilated, and his body slightly trembled.

In that instant, he felt a strong killing intent. That spear seemed to have stabbed into his chest.

He really wants to kill me … A huge fear exploded in Yong Xing Emperor's heart.

"No!"

There was a commotion in the hall.

King Yu and the others were startled. One of the princes was distressed and scolded, "That's right.

"Xu Qi 'an, when did you have the right to decide whether to dethrone the emperor of our Great Feng?

"Do you have any respect for the imperial court or the royal family?"

"Do you have any respect for the Imperial Court or the Royal Family?"

The princes and princes felt humiliated and indignant.

In the six hundred years since the founding of Daibun, no one had dared to be so bold. Even the Supervisor did not treat the Royal Family like an ant.

The former Emperor was killed and the new Emperor was deposed. The former Emperor deserved to die, but it also showed the weakness of the Royal Family. It also showed that Xu Qi 'an did not take the Royal Family of Daibun seriously.

They were even regarded as puppets at his mercy.

This scene was a great humiliation to the royal family present.

Where was their dignity?

Xu Qi 'an walked slowly to the front of the throne and looked at King Yu and the other members of the Royal Family.

"Yuan Jing was muddle-headed. He betrayed the ancestors and the people, so I killed him.

"After Yuan Jing's death, Daibun was in a precarious situation. The rebels of Yun State took advantage of the situation and rose up. Yongxing is weak and afraid of trouble. In order to protect his own position, he ceded territory for peace and even betrayed his ancestors. Do you really think that such an incompetent ruler can really support the Imperial Court that is in danger?

"Emperor Gaozu went through many hardships to build this foundation. Do you have the heart to see him destroyed by Yongxing?

"Why are you willing to help me get rid of the Emperor? Why are the Royal Faction and the Wei Faction willing to let bygones be bygones? Why are the soldiers willing to put their lives on the line to force Yongxing to abdicate? Ask yourselves who is right and who is wrong.

"Who betrayed the ancestors?"

King Yu's expression changed slightly. The princes and princesses beside him opened their mouths as if they wanted to refute, but they couldn't find the right words.

Xu Qi 'an looked around at the officials who were supporters of Yongxing Emperor and said in a deep voice,

"In the battle of Qing State, tens of thousands of soldiers died on the battlefield. It was not easy to defeat the elites of Yun State, but you ruined their efforts with a piece of paper. You are paid by the Imperial Court. Are you doing human affairs?

"The national treasury is empty. It is difficult to maintain the military expenses and the operation of the Imperial Court. Yongxing destroyed his way out for the sake of the current peace. Not only did you not persuade him, but you were happy to see him succeed and facilitate the peace talks. Did you read all the books of sages and sages?

"Cede Yu State, which is rich in iron ore, and Zhangzhou, which is rich in grain and fodder, and send grain and iron to the rebels of Yun State. Are you afraid that Daibun will not be destroyed fast enough? Yongxing is deceiving himself and others. Are you all as useless as him? "

His angry rebuke echoed in the hall.

The gongs and gongs that had rebelled with Xu Qi 'an, as well as the guards, clenched their swords and were filled with righteous indignation.

In recent days, rumors about the peace talks between the Imperial Court and Yun State had spread all over the capital. Anyone with a passion would feel indignant.

Since ancient times, things cried out when they were unfair.

This time, the civil officials were ashamed, just like the members of the royal family.

However, the civil officials were good at arguing. Some people were unconvinced and said in a low voice,

"Even the Supervisor is dead. What can we do? Today, there is no other way except for peace talks. Who can resist the Extraordinary Masters of Yun State? "

Everyone looked at Xu Qi 'an, waiting to see how he would answer.

It was not that they had no backbone, but Daibun was already in a precarious situation. They chose not to admit what Xu Qi 'an said because they were forced by the situation.

"Then let me do it!"

Xu Qi 'an suddenly raised his voice.

"Let the soldiers at the frontline come. Let the men who are willing to sacrifice their lives for Daibun come. We will decide whether Daibun lives or dies. It's not up to you weak scholars who only know how to bicker in the imperial court to make the decision.

"Soldiers, are you willing to die for the Central Plains, for Daibun?"

The weapon-wielding armored soldiers in the hall answered with a loud rumble.

"We are willing to die with Xu Yinluo on the battlefield!"

Xu Qi 'an looked around at the civil officials around him and sneered.

"If this Silver Gong dies in battle and the Great Consort Army is defeated, it won't be too late for you to surrender."

No one said anything.

At this time, Xu Qi 'an stretched out his hand and said calmly,

"Come!"

Outside the hall, a stream of yellow light whizzed in and sent itself into Xu Qi 'an's hand.

The Nation Suppressing Sword!

It still chose Xu Qi 'an … At this moment, the royal family, the nobles, and the officials in the hall all stared at the sword of Emperor Gaozu, the Divine Weapon that had stabilized the fate of the country for six hundred years.

In their eyes, there was shock, helplessness, reflection, and gratification.

After three months, after the death of the former emperor, the Nation Suppressing Sword once again chose Xu Qi 'an.

The hall fell into a dead silence. No one refuted or reprimanded it.

Huaiqing's expression was cold. She folded her hands on her abdomen and said calmly,

"Please stay in the hall for the time being and wait for my summons."

She looked at Xu Qi 'an and nodded slightly.

Xu Qi 'an picked up the Yongxing Emperor and walked out with Huaiqing.

When they passed by the Yun State's envoy group, he glanced sideways at them.

Ji Yuan, Xu Yuanshuang, and Xu Yuanhuai felt a chill in their hearts at the same time.

After Xu Qi 'an and Huaiqing left the Throne Room, Ji Yuan lowered his voice.

"Yuanhuai, do you have the confidence to break through?"

Xu Yuanhuai looked at him as if he was an idiot.

"There are three Fourth-class Martial Artists in the hall. There must be more outside."

Despair shrouded the hearts of the Yun State's envoy group.

"Damn it, this brainless boor. Didn't he say that Xu Qi 'an was very resourceful and made the Imperial Advisor suffer many setbacks?!" Ji Yuan's eyes were bloodshot and the veins on his forehead were bulging.

"Is he crazy?!"

He thought that given the current situation in Daibun, "compromising" was a reasonable choice for a wise man to make. Then, he would slowly plan and look for a possibility to turn the tables.

Ji Yuan believed that Xu Qi 'an should have such wisdom. That was why he had the confidence and confidence to enter the capital to negotiate and show off as the winner.

However, Xu Qi 'an's current choice did not match what he had done in the past at all.

He was as reckless as a Warrior through and through.

Ji Yuan was scared. A chill rose in his heart.

Xu Qi 'an, who was seeking his own death, would not have any scruples.

The Yun State's envoy group was in danger!

…

In the Imperial Study.

Xu Qi 'an threw the Yongxing Emperor on the big chair. He looked at his brother-in-law who was dumbfounded and said lightly,

"Do you need me to grind the ink for you?"

The Yongxing Emperor's face was pale and he said unwillingly,

"If you don't want me to sue for peace, I can change. If you want the imperial court to continue fighting, I can also do what you want. Xu Qi 'an, I gave my sister to you, but you bite the hand that feeds you.

"You bite the hand that feeds you!!"

At the end, he roared.

"I gave you a chance." Xu Qi 'an picked up a piece of ink and grinded it gently.

"You betrothed Lin 'an to me just to win me over. If it was someone else who was promoted to the third rank, you would also bestow Lin' an to him. Lin 'an is the girl I like, but you regard her as a tool to win people's hearts. Where is the kindness?

"Yongxing, your biggest mistake is to sit in this position.

"You don't have the ability, but you are greedy for power. The peace negotiation is just the beginning. If the subsequent war is not good, you will continue to make more decisions to betray the country to protect yourself. In the future, you can't escape the infamy of a subjugated country in history.

"I forced you to abdicate, not only to protect myself, but also for the country of Daibun."

He dipped the brush in the ink and handed it to Yongxing.

"That's all I have to say. Take care."

Xu Qi 'an then looked at Huaiqing,

"There are still a few battles in the palace that have not been settled. I will go to suppress them first. I will leave this place to you."

Huaiqing nodded.

After watching Xu Qi 'an leave, she ordered the soldiers guarding outside,

"Go. Invite King Li here. Invite all the princes and dukes in the hall."

Several soldiers took the order and left.

Not long after, a few silver gongs and more than a dozen armed soldiers escorted the princes and princes into the side hall next to the Imperial Study.

King Li was old and did not attend the court today, so he came late.

King Li walked over the threshold with a walking stick and glanced at the room with his slightly cloudy eyes.

Huaiqing, who was wearing a plain white dress, sat in the main seat, while King Yu and other princes and princes sat in the guest seats. They looked a little reserved, which was a sharp contrast to Huaiqing who was leisurely sipping tea.

"Granduncle, please sit down."

Huaiqing made an inviting gesture, indicating that King Li should sit next to her.

Leaning on his walking stick, King Li walked over unhurriedly and sat down next to Huai Qing. He turned his head to look at this junior who did not show off his abilities and said slowly,

"Tell me about the situation."

Unexpectedly, the hot-tempered old Grand Prince's attitude was surprisingly calm.

Huaiqing smiled and said,

"The more serious the matter, the calmer you are, Granduncle. Huai Qing, if you have something to say, say it. "

She briefly explained the situation.

"Forcing Yongxing to abdicate …" King Li sighed,

"I am old and have no interest in power struggles. Daibun has come to this point, and I can't tell who is right and who is wrong. I know that you invited everyone here because you don't want bloodshed.

"Just say it, who do you want!"

All the princes and dukes present turned to look at the Flame Prince simultaneously.

Prince Yan was the legitimate son of the Empress Dowager, and he was also Huaiqing's brother. Huaiqing and Xu Qi'an joined hands to rebel, and they would not help others.

They must support their brother to ascend the throne.

If it was this prince who took the throne, they would have no objection. But the Yongxing Emperor betrayed his ancestors, and his decision to recognize the lineage of Yunzhou as the legitimate one had offended everyone in the royal family.

They would not risk their lives to protect the Yongxing Emperor's throne.

Prince Yan's face instantly turned red. He could hear his heart beating wildly in his chest, and his blood was boiling.

He could not help but think of the history of the Zhou Dynasty that Huaiqing showed him — wait for the right time!

He knew that the day he had been waiting for had finally come.

"Huaiqing, well done!"

Prince Yan took a deep breath, stood up, and walked to his sister. He was about to put his hand on her shoulder to show his appreciation.

Huai Qing raised his head, looked at him coldly, and said, "Don't worry.

"Fourth Brother, you are not qualified to sit on the throne."

She turned to look at King Li, glanced at the princes and princes present, and said,

"I want to be the emperor!"