Do Not Offend the Reborn Wicked Wife

Chapter 917: Chapter 917: Thank You, Imperial Uncle and Imperial Aunt!

The expression of Empress Dowager Li was unpredictable, weighing the pros and cons in her heart.

She really wanted to support Qi Jinglin to become the Emperor, but now it seemed impossible, as Li Qingmu held Qi Junlian’s decree, with the protection of Yulong Pavilion and Silver Armor Guards.

What a hateful situation!

She was clearly about to succeed, yet her son set such a big trap for her!

Empress Dowager Li gritted her teeth in anger.

But, what could she do?

Many ministers in the court were inclined toward Qi Yun, even though she had received and replaced a batch. These days, ministers would promote a group, each having master-disciple favors.

If she truly angered Li Qingmu, he could go seek help from Qi Yun, and she would be the one in a difficult situation!

If she intended a coup?

That would be even more impossible; it would definitely bring Qi Yun out.

She understood his character.

The reason he hasn’t acted is that he knows he will have to let go sooner or later, so he avoids action unless his kingdom is truly threatened; then he will surely intervene.

Damn it! Why is that old fool still alive? Her existence prevents me from acting freely; truly infuriating!

"Empress Dowager Li, do you really want to go down together?"

Seeing Empress Dowager Li being so obstinate, Li Qingmu decided not to show her any mercy; he might as well take her down directly.

In Dazhou, truly no one could be his opponent; taking down Empress Dowager Li and sending her to my father, surely he wouldn’t ignore that.

He’s living too freely; spending days in leisure with his mother, leaving Dazhou’s mess for me to handle, it’s too much!

Thinking about this, Li Qingmu felt oppressed; when one is oppressed, they act impulsively, making decisions even they aren’t aware of.

He just looked at Empress Dowager Li coldly, with a tinge of blood and a chill inexplicably released.

Empress Dowager Li, confronting Li Qingmu’s dark gaze, felt inexplicably cold all over; she knew this man was difficult to deal with but didn’t expect him to be this difficult?

Empress Dowager Li took a deep breath; she couldn’t confront Li Qingmu directly, as this man was too full of mysterious colors.

After all, he had been the Emperor of Daliang Country; his aura wasn’t something she could compare.

Plus, the backing of Yulong Pavilion and Silver Armor Guards...

Apparently, matters should be approached slowly.

Empress Dowager Li took a deep breath and said, "Let’s go!"

She planned to hold off and not contend with Li Qingmu for now.

"Empress Dowager? Imperial Concubine?"

On the other side, Princess Consort Qin was visibly stunned; Empress Dowager Li actually lost to this Regent King?

She could have turned black into white and called a deer a horse, yet she retreated like this? It was utterly unreasonable.

Princess Consort Qin was filled with unwillingness, but since Empress Dowager Li left, what could she do? She could only follow in frustration.

The Imperial Physicians left too, while the ministers remained, kneeling quietly, waiting for Li Qingmu to read the decree.

"His Majesty’s decree states that the Crown Prince shall succeed as Emperor. Here’s the decree; take a look, Prime Minister?"

Li Qingmu couldn’t be bothered to read; he simply outlined the contents and handed the decree to the Prime Minister.

The Prime Minister was none other than Cui Yuanhe, a dignified and spirited old man, who naturally wouldn’t side with Empress Dowager Li. He carefully read the decree and then knelt to pay his respects.

"Minister, pay homage to the new Emperor; long live the Emperor!"

With his bow, others followed suit, "Long live the Emperor!"

Thus, the matter was settled!

"Imperial Uncle, this time, thank you!"

Leaving Qianlong Palace, Qi Jingyu cast a grateful glance toward Li Qingmu.

If it weren’t for Imperial Uncle’s help, I would probably have been imprisoned, let alone becoming Emperor!

So, Imperial Uncle really has been a benefactor of rebirth to him.

Li Qingmu said, "Jingyu, there’s no need for gratitude; it’s what an Imperial Uncle should do. I promised Father, and now also promised Imperial Brother, to watch over this world for them; just rest assured!"

"Right!"

Qi Jingyu nodded, but his eyes bore an uncertain look.

"Are you worried about your Imperial Grandmother?"

Seeing his melancholy, Li Qingmu asked softly.

Qi Jingyu: "Yes, I don’t want to fall into conflict with Imperial Grandmother, as long as she doesn’t oppose me in the future, it’s fine."

Li Qingmu thought of saying it’s unlikely because human desires could plunge one into the abyss, and he was the same.

But seeing Qi Jingyu who just lost his father, he didn’t want to agitate him further, so merely nodded lightly, "Let’s hope so!"

Qi Jingyu tilted his head, looking saddened.

Li Qingmu said no more; many things he must confront himself; what he could help was only this much.

"Prepare well for the enthronement ceremony!"

Saying this, Li Qingmu left.

Long Yue followed along, when Qi Jingyu suddenly stopped her, "Imperial Aunt..."

Long Yue turned around, surprised, "Does the Crown Prince have anything else?"

"I..."

Qi Jingyu hesitated, not knowing how to start?

He wanted to find Gao Mingyue!

"Crown Prince will have many things to tend to; better rest first!"

Long Yue, being a woman with keen senses, had a guess about Qi Jingyu’s intent but merely smiled; at this crucial moment, it’s not right to cause any disruption.

Qi Jingyu knew this too, so he forced a smile, "Imperial Aunt, I’m fine now."

"Okay! A Mu will handle the new Emperor’s enthronement ceremony these days, you can be at ease!"

"Thank you, Imperial Uncle and Aunt."

...

In the following days, it was busy for Li Qingmu and Long Yue, as they had to arrange Qi Jingyu’s enthronement ceremony while guarding against Empress Dowager Li’s faction’s mischief; they were truly occupied.

"How is it going? Any clue about the origin of that drug?"

At Prince Mansion, Long Yue saw Li Qingmu return looking weary, sensed some unease; it was rare for her man to be so fatigued, truly indicating a busy period.

Li Qingmu shook his head, "No."

When he said this, he felt somewhat conflicted, for traces had indeed been found, but surprisingly they pointed to his mother?

How could this be?

Mother is now just a pure-hearted maiden, without any schemes, how would she harm anyone?

There must be a problem here he hasn’t figured out yet, but what exactly?

Thinking about all this made Li Qingmu’s head ache; being busy wasn’t the issue, it was troublesome thoughts causing the pale complexion.

Long Yue noticed his inner gloom, became slightly concerned.

"Don’t worry."

Seeing his little woman slightly worried about him, Li Qingmu quickly said.

"Tomorrow is the enthronement ceremony; you’ll be presiding over it. Do you think Empress Dowager Li and her faction will cause trouble?"

This question was serious, needing thorough consideration.

Li Qingmu said, "I already have Yulong Pavilion keeping close watch over Lixiu Palace’s activities; should there be any disturbance, we’ll know immediately, you can be assured!"

"Right!"