Chapter 1067: Chapter 1043: Glory Amidst Chaos
Since General Dong was engaged to Xiao Hui, he was undoubtedly Xiao Yuanās son-in-law, and naturally bolder than others.
Seeing Xiao Yuanās reluctance, he hurriedly found a piece of yellow cloth from somewhere and draped it over Xiao Yuan: "Father-in-law, now that you have donned the imperial robe, you must be Emperor, whether you like it or not."
Xiao Ling laughed as he stood up: "Third Brother, it is destiny; you must accept it."
They lifted Xiao Yuan onto the higher seat, then stepped back and knelt thrice with nine prostrations, loudly chanting "Longevity!"
The servants of the Xiao Mansion, hearing the commotion, also kneeled in the courtyard, shouting "Longevity!"
Xiao Yuan smiled wryly: "You people, what am I to do now?"
Xiao Ying and Xiao Hui came over, chuckling: "According to us children, Father should be Emperor. Father rescued the people of Jiangnan from calamity, and relieved countless folks from their suffering. How could you not be Emperor? Emperor Jingqing is incompetent; itās long been time for a change."
Xiao Yin laughed: "Elder brother and sister are right. Since the times of the three sovereigns and five emperors, dynasties change as is destined. How can there be a thousand-year dynasty? Didnāt the Da Qi Dynasty seize power from the previous dynasty? Why not our Xiao Family? Father surpasses Emperor Jingqing tenfold."
Xiao Yin was truly joyful, her heart brimming with excitement.
She thought, at least it would take more than ten years for Xiao Yuan to ascend the throne, and only then she could become a Princess. But unexpectedly, within just a few years, her father is to become Emperor, and she is to become a Princess. Heavens, a Princess! Really a Princess, and keeping a pampered lover is no longer a dream.
"Alright then."
Xiao Yuan reluctantly nodded: "Since you all insist, I must accept. Alright, rise. Yingāer, discuss with Mr. Mei and the Lin Family about selecting an auspicious day for my proclamation to the world and ascension."
"Your son obeys."
Xiao Ying saluted and withdrew.
As he left the study, he couldnāt hide the smile on his face.
A few servants gathered to congratulate Xiao Ying: "Congratulations, young master... No, no, it should be congratulations, Your Highness."
Xiao Ying nodded: "Father ascends, all of the realm rejoices. Tell everyone, this monthās salary is doubled."
He spoke and swiftly headed to the back courtyard.
Such joyful news, Xiao Ying must share with Anning.
Xiao Hui staggered back to her own courtyard in the back residence.
Xiao Yi and Xiao Yun happened to come over to discuss matters, but upon seeing Xiao Huiās odd expression, they asked with concern: "Sister Hui? Whatās wrong?"
Xiao Hui sat down, gulped a mouthful of cold tea, then burst into laughter.
She grabbed Xiao Yiās hand: "Yiāer, Father is about to ascend the throne, Father is becoming Emperor!"
With a clatter, the teacup in Xiao Yunās hand fell to the ground, shattering.
"What?"
Her fingers shook in shock: "Sister, say it again."
Xiao Hui said loudly: "Father is becoming Emperor."
Xiao Yun suddenly stood up: "Really?"
Xiao Hui nodded again: "Really, earlier in the study, several generals and Sixth Uncle implored Father to ascend the throne. General Dong draped the yellow robe on Father. Father refused repeatedly, but reluctantly had to accept. Not just me, Brother Ying and Yināer saw it too, itās all true."
"Then..."
Only then did Xiao Yi react: "Then we will be Princesses?"
Xiao Hui nodded: "Yes, Father is Emperor, naturally, we are Princesses."
Heavens, Xiao Yi didnāt know how to react.
She never thought she would someday become a Princess.
Years ago, she was an orphan bullied by others. But in just a few years, sheās becoming a Princess, a life beyond imagination.
Xiao Yun clenched her fists, overwhelmed with joy that she couldnāt hide her smile.
She is becoming a Princess, truly a Princess, and henceforth, none shall scorn her.
After the joy, tears welled in Xiao Yunās eyes.
She still remembered some childhood events.
Actually, she knew she had parents. But they abandoned her because she was a girl, because she fell ill, fearing medical costs and contagion to her brother, they took her and left her in the mountains.
Later, a hunter found her in the mountains and raised her for two years, until he died of illness, leaving her unsupervised until she was adopted, and finally lived like a human being.
Back then, when her mother had just given birth to her brother, a Taoist passed by asking for food. Her father, thrilled at having a son, gave the Taoist some food.
The Taoist said heād give her father a prophecy.
Xiao Yun was listening then, the Taoist said their family would have a noble-born child, whose destiny is precious, and should be well-cared for, benefitting them immensely in the future.
At that time, both her and her father thought it referred to her brother.
Her father was elated, thanking the Taoist again, even giving him money.
From then on, her father adored her brother while neglecting her further.
She assumed her brother was the noble child, deserving of love.
Thinking back now, the Taoist never specified the child was male or female, perhaps she and her father misunderstood, and actually, the noble child was her.
Xiao Yun laughed, isnāt it indeed her? Sheās becoming a Princess, truly a Golden Branch Jade Leaf, with her father as Emperor and mother as Empress, noble beyond description.
Xiao Ying entered the main room, Anning was talking with some maids, seeing Xiao Ying enter, she smiled: "Why are you rushing in, sweating all over? Quickly sit and rest."
Xiao Ying didnāt sit, instead bending down to salute Anning: "Congratulations, Mother, Father is to ascend the throne."
"Really?"
Anning wasnāt surprised at all, smiling: "Indeed, itās joyful news. Since Father is becoming Emperor, we must prepare. Choose a good day, and also craft a Dragon Robe, canāt have him ascend without it, that wouldnāt be proper."
Xiao Ying just realized: "Yes, Mother is right, we must make a Dragon Robe. Besides, we should make a Phoenix Robe for Mother."
Anning said: "You should discuss with your father, as well as your Fourth Uncle and Sixth Uncle, decide on a name for the dynasty, and change the attireās style. We canāt let the dress of the new dynasty resemble Da Qi, that wouldnāt suffice."
Xiao Yingās joy gradually faded, he only now calmed down.
They solely focused on Xiao Yuanās ascension, ignoring these matters; if not for Anningās reminder, who knows how many days theyād take to realize.
"Itās my oversight."
Xiao Ying was quite embarrassed: "I was so thrilled, forgetting these things."
"Alright, rest for now. Later, Iāll find your father to discuss properly."
Meanwhile, Xiao Yin, upon returning to her room and calming down, also thought about the Dragon and Phoenix Robe.
As a modern era enthusiast of ancient costumes, Xiao Yin often watched videos and magazines about them, gaining substantial knowledge.
Thinking of the Dragon and Phoenix Robe, she took pen and paper to design them.
She combined modern designs, incorporating various dynasty features, creating the most beautiful Dragon and Phoenix Robes, along with attire for court ministers, uniforms of the imperial decree, and commonersā clothing.
After finishing the designs, night had fallen, yet Xiao Yin eagerly took them to Anning.
Anning and Xiao Ying were discussing the change of era and dynasty name with Xiao Yuan.
They proposed several characters, going through them, Xiao Yin entered and heard them, then exclaimed: "Why not name the dynasty āJingā?"
Xiao Yuan pondered for a moment: "Jing, meaning peace; considering recent rebellion, we must aspire for stability and peace, this character fits."
Anning laughed: "Then itās decided."