Thus, this truly became a farce.
The imperial decree, it turned out, could be used out of spite.
"So, the Grand Empress Dowager intended to force the Empress of Dingguo to yield by abdicating to Long Hongming, but the Empress of Dingguo would rather give up the throne than bow her head, is that right?"
Chu Qianli couldn't help but sigh.
So, her own Imperial Grandmother had such a stubborn temper.
"Then my mother was also stubborn back then, even not wanting the empire of Longteng, was she?"
"Your mother... likely, like me, didn't want to be involved in these state affairs at all, only wishing to roam freely."
Every time this girl's mother was mentioned, Chu Jiangnan's heart still felt a pang of pain.
Even though so many years had passed, and everything had changed, the Moon in his heart remained so clear.
As if she were still by his side yesterday.
"Father, the deceased are at rest, please don't be sad."
To prevent him from dwelling in sorrow and affecting his recovery, Chu Qianli immediately continued the original topic:
"Then, how did my Imperial Grandmother become emperor? Why did this imperial decree end up in your hands? Also, why is Long Hongming's imperial decree still kept?"
"The Third Prince back then was utterly devoted and loyal to your Imperial Grandmother. You must remember this; the Third Prince never had any intention of seizing your Imperial Grandmother's power."
Chu Qianli nodded, remaining silent.
So, Third Uncle was a good person, and Ziyue was also a good person.
Everyone was family.
This thought made her gloomy mood of the past few days suddenly much brighter.
"Then, when do you plan to return to Longteng and reclaim everything that belongs to you?"
Wei Xian didn't have any malicious intentions. That old general was merely loyal to the country and its people.
As long as Chu Qianli could present evidence, Wei Xian would still believe her.
Moreover, back then, Chu Qianli had fought alongside them, risking their lives to eliminate Long Tianliu.
Chu Qianli's abilities and strategies were recognized by everyone.
With this imperial decree, it wouldn't be difficult for Chu Qianli to reclaim the empire of Longteng.
Unexpectedly, after letting out a long sigh, Chu Qianli shook her head, "I don't want the empire of Longteng anymore."
"Don't want it?" Chu Jiangnan raised an eyebrow, "Really?"
"I really don't want it anymore, but Father, you don't seem very surprised?"
After all, it was an entire country, the throne of the Empress. It seemed as if Father had already anticipated this?
"Why should I be surprised?" Chu Jiangnan smiled, his brows softening even more, "Not everyone likes to be an emperor... you and your mother are so alike."
"But we don't look alike." If they truly looked alike, wouldn't she have been recognized long ago?
"Your temperament is very similar." Your daughter's appearance must have combined the best of my and Yue'er's traits.
She resembles neither, yet resembles both.
Perhaps, it was that feeling, that aura.
"It's also fortunate that you don't look like Yue'er." Otherwise, she might have lost her life along the way.
How many people wanted her dead?
Chu Qianli didn't tell him that although she didn't look like her mother, there were indeed many people who wanted her dead on her journey.
They could practically form a line and circle the Imperial City.
Chu Jiangnan sighed softly, "So, what do you plan to do next?"
(End of Chapter)