Chapter 798: Chapter 798: The Coronation Ceremony!
Fengming Palace.
There was less than half a day until the enthronement ceremony.
Outside, the sky grew darker and darker. In the sky, a bright moon hung high, casting a gentle light.
Rong Si looked up at the sky—tomorrow, tomorrow would be You Su’s enthronement ceremony.
That day, after Li Qingmu disappeared, he found Rong Si and told her his plan, saying that only by becoming Emperor would Li Qingmu appear.
By then, with some arrangement, he could be trapped, stopping him from running around.
Rong Si thought this plan feasible and agreed.
Now, the announcement had been sent out, published both inside and outside the Daliang Palace, known to the whole world. Many people reacted strongly, believing that letting someone who was not from the Rong Imperial Family become Emperor would make the Liang Country’s name exist in vain.
Yet Rong Si remained expressionless, even mocking in her heart.
What did these common folks know?
They only knew how to recite flowery words all day; what else? Could any of them take action to build this country, and do it well?
Most people only had the gift of gab, with no other abilities!
Rong Si shook her head lightly, thinking that people say vision determines height, and she felt that their vision was no match for hers; they weren’t even on the same level anymore.
What she pursued was fundamentally different from what they expected.
Rong Si took a deep breath, inhaling fresh air into her lungs, then exhaled slowly, feeling as if a flame burned within her chest.
It was the fire of high ambition!
She, Rong Si, was destined to become a legendary Empress!
Whether it was You Su or her son, they would only serve as her stepping stones!
"Tap tap tap..."
Outside, shadows lingered, and footsteps were as dense as raindrops. Through the window, palace maids could be seen moving back and forth in pairs, preparing the necessary items for tomorrow’s enthronement ceremony.
The enthronement ceremony had been in preparation for several days—no, it should be said since the third day after Li Qingmu’s disappearance.
Countless manpower and resources had been spent to make this ceremony exceptionally grand, luxurious, and majestic. She wanted the whole world to witness the grandeur and majesty of her Liang Country!
This enthronement ceremony was destined to be even more magnificent and grand than Li Qingmu’s back then!
Rong Si was such a person; when she failed and fell in one place, she would get back up from there and, using exaggerated methods, show that she had not fallen.
Previously, she felt played by her son. That boy clearly remembered everything but pretended otherwise. What was funnier was that she truly believed Li Qingmu had forgotten everything, forgotten that woman!
And in the end?
Who would have thought that Ming Fei was that woman!
Hahaha, what an outrageous joke. She, Rong Si, was played around by this young couple without even realizing it, always thinking she was the most clever and strongest!
Ridiculous, truly ridiculous!
So, Rong Si had been furious this past month!
Imagine if anyone else was so fooled; they would be angry too, let alone someone as proud as Rong Si!
That son of hers, once caught, she would be sure to discipline him well!
Rong Si had already thought of how to capture Li Qingmu and where to detain him, even considering what method to use to make him realize his mistake and beg her for mercy!
Just like back then, when he woke up, bewildered and naive, acting cute and innocent with her.
That was when her son was the cutest and most reassuring!
Rong Si slowly closed her eyes. She really didn’t want to destroy this mother-son relationship; she wanted to maintain it, but why?
Why couldn’t this small wish be realized?
This son was just too disobedient!
Even if you regain your memory, can’t you just continue pretending?
"Princess, it’s late, time to rest. Tomorrow, there’s still a lot to do!"
Yin Li approached, carrying a lamp, clearly implying that because there’s much to do tomorrow, a good night’s sleep was essential.
Rong Si truly couldn’t sleep; she actually wanted to preserve that bond, but unfortunately.
"Okay!"
She replied lightly, then turned to rest inside.
The next morning, the sun shone brightly, and inside and outside the palace, there was jubilation.
The new Emperor ascended the throne, granting amnesty to the world!
The enthronement ceremony hadn’t even started, and the new Emperor had already issued one order after another to win over people’s hearts.
And these measures and orders indeed moved people, drawing in quite a number.
Along the long palace path, decorated with all sorts of precious ornaments and numerous candles. Even though it was daytime, the lamps could not be absent.
This was a display of grandeur!
The Imperial Army lined up, the Imperial Army lined up; all the troops from the palace were lined up neatly, ready to welcome the Emperor’s arrival.
Civil and military officials were already waiting at the square outside the Golden Hall, just waiting for the command to enter and pay homage.
Among these officials, some appeared excited, believing the new Emperor’s rise would undoubtedly promote some and suppress others. So, as officials who had long sided with the Princess, might they have a chance for high advancement?
Some were joyful, others anxious. Those who initially called for the Little Emperor’s restoration, only to be frightened and change sides, now had alternating expressions of blue and white.
They initially thought standing with Rong Si was fine, as she was open-minded and broad-hearted, thinking they still had a place. But then?
In a twist, the throne changed hands!
Many did not know much about this State Preceptor, hadn’t even seen him, let alone knew his nature or temperament.
Serving such an Emperor in the future really was like accompanying a tiger.
Thus, those kneeling on the ground showed varied expressions, embodying the myriad states of life.
You Su stood atop the highest tower of Da Liang Palace City.
This building, called "Zhaixing Pavilion," was over a dozen feet high, taking a full thirteen years to construct, during which countless money and grain were diverted, and unknown numbers of workers died to erect this towering structure.
At this moment, You Su stood on the high tower.
He looked up at the sky above, under the bright sun and thin clouds. Even though the stars were now invisible, he still saw them.
Because his martial arts were exceedingly high, things that appeared ordinary in many people’s eyes became different in his.
He reached out, trying to grasp the stars in the sky.
"The lofty pavilion high a hundred feet, where one could grasp the stars. Dare not speak too loudly, for fear of startling those above! Hahaha..."
He grabbed at the void, then laughed heartily.
Finally... he was finally about to walk on the long-desired path.
This throne was something he coveted for long, but always lacked a factor. Now, Li Qingmu’s disappearance gave him the chance; he could finally speak openly and gain Rong Si’s consent to succeed the throne!
Of course, if one thought he merely wanted to be an emperor in the mortal world?
That would be gravely mistaken!
No, not just that, he had even deeper purposes!
This was...
He grinned sardonically, his smile carrying a vague implication!
