Emperor Hong Zheng looked at Yan Rongling with great satisfaction, and said with a smile: "Now that the court is stable, Rong Ling, I am ready to establish a prince." ”

Yan Rongling's heart sank, and he immediately said: "Father Emperor is prosperous in the Spring and Autumn Period, and his longevity is boundless. It is too early to establish a prince, and the sons implore their father to think about it again and not be in a hurry to establish a prince. ”

Emperor Hong Zheng laughed and sighed: "Who can live forever throughout the ages? The stability of a country lies in the fact that there are successors, and it is necessary to establish a prince to calm the hearts of the people and the world. ”

Yan Rongling's expression was calm, and he bowed his head without flattery: "My father is far-sighted, but my sons are not as good as my sons. ”

"No, Rong Ling, you are already very good, and my father is very pleased to have such an outstanding son as you. I will entrust the people of the Great Zhou Dynasty to you in the future, you must be worthy of the ancestors and ancestors, and worthy of the people of Limin. ”

Emperor Hong Zheng looked at his son, who was majestic and had an outstanding temperament, and for the first time, he told Yan Rongling about the establishment of the prince clearly.

Yan Rongling lifted the corners of his robe, knelt down and kowtowed heavily.

"Rest assured by the father, the sons and daughters have to be seen by the father and the emperor, and entrusted to the country. We will work hard, be diligent and love the people, inherit the mission of the Yan family, and let the Great Zhou Dynasty come from generation to generation. ”

Emperor Hong Zheng smiled and handed a stack of folds to Yan Rongling, and teased: "After that, I can be more relaxed and lazy." ”

Yan Rongling smiled shyly: "Father can let his sons see less important political affairs first, and then let their father decide." This can save the time of the father and the emperor, and can also train the sons. ”

"Well, that's what I'm going to do. There is one more matter, I am going to discuss it with you, Rong Ling, you can also talk about it. ”

"Yes, my son."

Emperor Hong Zheng took out a copy of the recital from the fold pile.

This is Hu Xuancheng's excerpt, saying that this year is the 60th birthday of the Queen Mother, and he asked the imperial court to open Enke to select 100 jinshi. With the blessing of the Queen Mother, Ze was a student of the world, and also showed my filial piety. What do you think? ”

Yan Rongling pondered for a while, and then replied, "Erchen thinks that this matter is feasible. ”

"Where is it possible? Why is it possible? ”

Emperor Hong Zheng looked at Yan Rongling with a smile, and had the heart to take a test to see how Yan Rongling responded.

Yan Rongling paused for a moment, organized his words, and quickly spoke: "Father, Erchen thinks it is feasible in time. It is only the beginning of April, and it has only been a month since the decree was issued to various places, and it is completely sufficient for the students to leave for Beijing for three months. ”

Emperor Hong Zheng didn't speak, but looked at Yan Rongling with a smile.

Yan Rongling was deeply encouraged and continued: "As for why it is feasible, it can be said from three aspects. First, the ministers have checked the documents of the Ministry of Officials, and the average age of the court officials this year is one in forty, which is too old, and they urgently need young and strong officials to take over. ”

"The second is that there are 113 people in the imperial court this year, and there are many local officials, all of whom hold two positions. This is not conducive to mutual supervision, and covering the sky with one hand is easy to breed corruption. ”

"The third is that the Queen Mother has meritorious service to the court and is blessed to the community, her father has opened Enke, and thousands of students are grateful to celebrate the Queen Mother. Everyone in the world can see the filial piety of my father, and he can also set an example for my Great Zhou to rule the world with filial piety. ”

Yan Rongling had something to say and spoke in an orderly manner, and Emperor Hong Zheng was very satisfied.

"Rong Ling, what you said is right, then this matter will be left to you. You are responsible for liaising with the Ministry of Rites and the Hanlin Academy, and within three days your will will be announced to the world. As for the follow-up test questions of the Hanlin Academy, as well as the invigilation arrangements, etc., I will leave it to you. ”

This is Emperor Hong Zheng's test of Yan Rongling, and it is also the best opportunity for Yan Rongling to establish his authority and sit firmly on the throne of the crown prince.

"Thank you for your father's trust! Erchen will do his best to complete this! I will not disappoint my father, nor will I disappoint my students. ”

Emperor Hong Zheng stroked his dragon beard with satisfaction and said with a smile: "Okay, I believe in you." ”

As the imperial court prepared to congratulate the Empress Dowager on her 80th birthday, as soon as the news of the addition of Enke this year was announced, the entire capital was boiling. It can be expected that the whole Great Week will soon be boiling as well.

And those who pay attention to the court also keenly feel that Emperor Hong Zheng has made it very clear that he will appoint Yan Rongling as the crown prince.

Many people held their breath and wanted to find a way to get in touch with Yan Rongling before the emperor announced the establishment of the prince.

Marquis Changping hurriedly found Li Qingyi and asked, "Yi'er, have you told the sixth prince to find a way to arrange your third sister?" Doesn't he admire your third sister's calligraphy? ”

Li Qingyi was also a little helpless, and it was difficult for him to see Yan Rongling recently.

Even if it can be seen at the court, but it is too far away, there is no way to get close, and when he chases over, Yan Rongling has already gone away.

"Uncle, I can't see the Sixth Prince here, so I can't speak?"

Changping Hou heard Li Qingyi's complaints, and hurriedly reassured: "Yi'er, uncle is not blaming you. It's just that your third sister has had a very happy conversation with the six princes twice, and she has already decided not to marry the six princes. I am also a fatherly heart, and I hope you understand. ”

Li Qingyi frowned and said: "Uncle, this marriage event is the order of my parents, and the third sister is suspected of coercion by doing this." ”

"Ahem, cough, your three sisters are all spoiled by me. Now, the uncle can only rely on you to see if he can talk to the six princes, and it can be regarded as a complete infatuation for your three sisters. ”

When Changping Hou said this, Li Qingyi also refused to refuse.

"Uncle, then I will try to see the six princes after I go down tomorrow. However, the senior brother is not in the capital now, and I don't dare to guarantee whether he is willing to see me or not. ”

Li Qingyi can only do this, Changping Hou smiled: "Of course, of course." ”

Before going to court on the second day, Li Qingyi asked people to convey Xiao Chengzi in advance, saying that he wanted to meet the six princes.

After the next court, a little eunuch came over and saluted Li Qingyi and said, "Lord Li, the six princes have taken a step in advance. Let the servants wait for Lord Li here, and send the adults to the Yinghua Palace. ”

Hearing that Yan Rongling was willing to see him in the dormitory, Li Qingyi felt a little more at ease. Marquis Changping caught a glimpse from afar, and he was also satisfied and left the palace first.

Li Qingyi walked through the gate with the attendants, and greeted the group of people who hugged each other.

Seeing that there was a palace maid on the side, it was estimated that it was a palace maid, Li Qingyi hurriedly lowered her head and lowered her eyes to avoid collision.

When the group walked up to him, they suddenly stopped.

"Li Tanhua?"

The voice seemed familiar, Li Qingyi looked up blankly, but found that it was Gu Fanghua, the princess of the pearl. She stood in front of her, looking at herself with a smile on her face.

"It turns out that I was not mistaken, it is really Li Tanhua, what are you doing in the palace?"

Li Qingyi hurriedly replied: "Xia Guan has seen Princess Mingzhu, Princess Wanfu Jin'an!" Xia Guan entered the palace to meet the six princes. ”

"Brother Rong Ling? Do you have something to do with Brother Rong Ling? He's been a bit busy lately, so if you're comfortable telling me, I'll help you see if he'll be available. ”