Phi-Fic Chapter 400: Ancient Dimension, Cannon Fodder Female Matching Whose Marriage Was Snatched Away by Co
Chapter 400: Ancient Dimension, Cannon Fodder Female Matching Whose Marriage Was Snatched Away by Co
After Qin Sheng was named by His Majesty, he clasped his hands together and spoke slowly.
"Your Majesty is wise and wise. Just now, I observed your face and it seemed to show a hint of worry, just as I saw when I observed the celestial phenomena at night."
Xiao Jingyuan stared at Qin Sheng with deep eyes.
"But I have a hidden concern. I would like to ask you, what exactly was the celestial phenomena like last night? The Imperial Astronomical Observatory has always been responsible for observing the stars and predicting good and bad luck. Now I am uneasy, my dear, please tell me the truth."
Qin Sheng's face became solemn when he heard this. He bowed again and then spoke.
"Your Majesty, the stars appeared strange last night. Although the Imperial Star shone brightly, it was surrounded by a dark shadow. This shadow may be a sign of a villain who is trying to obscure the brilliance of the Imperial Star and interfere with Your Majesty's holy rule.
Moreover, the auxiliary stars that should be beside the Emperor Star are vacant, causing the movement of the Emperor Star to seem unbalanced.
"An ancient saying goes, 'The Son of Heaven must have a virtuous empress to assist him in ruling the country, like the stars with their companions. Only then can the yin and yang complement each other and safeguard the prosperity of the country. This supporting star is related to your majesty's great cause and the fate of the great Chu nation, and must be carefully considered."
Everyone hadn't expected that, even though they had already given up on letting His Majesty select the concubines, this director of the Imperial Observatory was quite bold and reckless. He was still young after all...
After Xiao Jingyuan lowered his eyes and thought, he did not do as the ministers had guessed. Instead, he continued to ask with interest.
"Is there any way to find the assisting constellations you mentioned?
And how do you know, my dear, that he can be of assistance to me, and not someone with ulterior motives?"
Xiao Jingyuan's words seemed to encourage Qin Sheng, making him more confident in speaking in front of everyone.
"Your Majesty, this humble servant has calculated the location of this constellation to the east of the capital, and the time of her birth is also predetermined. This woman's birth carries with it an auspicious aura. Although her birth may not be noble, her fate is closely linked to Your Majesty's.
If you can get this girl into the palace, she will be able to protect your majesty from disasters and restore the imperial star to clarity, making treacherous people nowhere to hide. Your majesty has the world in his heart and should prioritize the country and the people. Consider this heaven-sent match.
This is a rare auxiliary emperor star, a person who only appears once in a thousand years...
I hope Your Majesty will reconsider this."
After Qin Sheng finished speaking, he slowly knelt, his robes spreading out around him. His back was straight, but his head was slightly lowered. He folded his hands in front of him, showing a resolute expression, as if silently declaring his determination.
He is not a fool. If he downplays the matter, His Majesty might really give him a few beatings to teach him a lesson.
The more sincere and heartfelt the words are, the happier the emperor will be, and the more likely the Imperial Observatory will be preserved. How can the things of our ancestors be destroyed just like that?
Xiao Jingyuan's deep eyes were fixed on Qin Sheng, who was kneeling on the ground with a firm posture. His eyebrows were slightly raised. He seemed to be a smart man.
"If that's the case, what's that woman's birthday? And how can you be sure it's that woman?"
When Qin Sheng heard this, he first bowed his head respectfully, then looked up and spoke sincerely.
"Your Majesty, there is indeed a way to verify this.
However, when I saw that the Emperor's Star shone brightly, it was surrounded by a dark shadow. This dark shadow might be the image of a villain who was trying to obscure the brilliance of the Emperor's Star and interfere with Your Majesty's holy rule.
Therefore, I am afraid that this crucial information may be obtained by some people who intend to commit illegal acts, and may harm the future emperor and empress.
I dare to ask Your Majesty to grant me the permission to explain this to you in detail alone."
Qin Sheng finished speaking, his expression solemn and serious as he slowly pulled out a long-written memorial from his bosom. He held it in both hands, slightly raising it above his head, as if it contained not just paper and ink, but a grave secret concerning the rise and fall of the nation and the length of the emperor's reign.
Xiao Jingyuan raised his hand slightly, and Xiao Shunzi beside him understood what he meant. He hurried forward to take the memorial and then carefully presented it to Xiao Jingyuan.
Xiao Jingyuan gently pinched the memorial with his slender and bony fingers. After just two glances, he recognized that the birth date written on it was Miaomiao's.
After a moment, he slowly spoke, his voice steady and majestic, echoing throughout the court.
"I will send Guo Zhen to follow up on this matter... This matter concerns the country. If anyone dares to interfere, their entire clan will be exterminated as a warning to others!
Do you have any objections, my dear ministers?"
After saying this, Xiao Jingyuan's gaze slowly swept across the ministers in the court, his eyes revealing unquestionable determination and confidence in control of everything.
Your Majesty has already stated that this is related to the country. Anyone who hinders the country must be executed along with his entire family as a warning to others. What other opinions can they have?
Having an opinion at this time is nothing more than telling everyone that there is something wrong with you!!
Xiao Jingyuan glanced around the court with a stern gaze. Seeing that everyone was silent and no one raised any objections, he immediately changed the subject and brought the topic back to King Zhao.
"My dear ministers, now that you have calmed down, let's get back to King Zhao.
I believe that the royal family, who hold a high position, should always remember their status, set an example and be a role model for the people of the world.
If everyone acts recklessly, disrespects and blasphemes the imperial power, and regards it as nothing, then where is the majesty of the imperial power? How will the order and morality of the world be maintained?
Xiao Jingyuan's voice was low and powerful, and every word was like a heavy hammer, striking the hearts of the ministers.
"However, the actions of Prince Zhao and his son are truly contrary to my will and bring disgrace to the royal family.
Out of consideration for our blood relationship, I will temporarily spare your death penalty, but I will not pardon your living crime.
From that day on, King Zhao and his son would kneel outside the palace gate for two hours on every odd day to reflect on their mistakes, and this would continue until a full month had passed.
What do you think? "
In the court, when the ministers heard Xiao Jingyuan's question, there was a brief silence at first, and then they expressed their opinions one after another as if they had been awakened by a wave.
Several respected old ministers were the first to come forward.
“Your Majesty is wise and prudent. This punishment is a perfect balance of leniency and severity, fully demonstrating your majesty’s compassion and majesty.
Prince Zhao and his son have offended the majesty of Heaven and should be punished. Your Majesty's action not only preserves the royal family's reputation but also serves as a warning to the ministers and royal relatives. It is truly the best policy, and I, your old minister, am sincerely convinced."
Upon seeing this, all the ministers quickly echoed in unison.
"Your Majesty is wise, and this punishment is fair. We have no objection."
They all bowed deeply, their postures extremely respectful, their foreheads almost touching the ground, their eyes full of awe and obedience.
In fact, this matter can be big or small, and it all depends on your majesty's decision.
After all, she is just a cousin of a merchant's daughter, and it is really not worth bringing it up in the court.
Someone who wasn't even qualified to be a concubine became the reason for King Zhao and his son to punish her by kneeling...
If they really wanted to take it easy, even if it was just a three-month salary deduction, it would be enough of a warning to the royal family. No one would say anything else.
But Your Majesty insisted on punishing Prince Zhao and his son in the most humiliating way possible. This can only mean that in Your Majesty's heart, Prince Zhao and his son are already abandoned children...
Those who were quick-witted had already started to think about when King Zhao began to be disliked by His Majesty.
As a result, a surprising result was obtained.
Ever since His Majesty woke up from his two-day coma, his dislike for Prince Zhao has already begun...
Could it be that His Majesty's coma is related to Prince Zhao's Palace?