Born to be a star? The abstinent prince dotes on her

Chapter 455: Empty Treasury, 1 Clear, 2 Innocent

In addition to issuing the imperial edict of enthronement, the Emperor of Chu also issued another imperial edict.

That imperial edict was specifically issued to rehabilitate Chu Yan.

Make Queen Meng's actions known to the public.

Chu Yan's military defeat five years ago and the accusation of treason were explained as a conspiracy planned by the Meng family.

And this time, she colluded with Xue Bing, the eunuchs around him, and the palace guards to usurp the throne.

The imperial edict was issued with all the details and then posted on the bulletin board.

This was a royal scandal, but that was no longer a concern.

This vindication, which came five years late, has finally come.

As soon as the two imperial edicts came out, the entire Chu was in an uproar.

However, most people were excited, thrilled and happy.

Finally, the emperor was changed.

Obviously they were very dissatisfied with Chu Heng and the empress dowager who was ruling the country from behind the scenes.

Many places had suffered from snow disasters before, but the imperial court did nothing, resulting in riots among disaster victims in many places, but they were all suppressed.

I don’t know how many innocent people died.

The entire Chu State has been in chaos over the past six months, and has also lost territory. It sounds very humiliating.

The people didn't know how capable the young new emperor who was about to ascend the throne was, but when they heard that Chu Yan was the regent, they felt relieved.

Chu Yan's strength and character are obvious to all. He is full of confidence in the future of Da Chu.

Those who were originally living temporarily in the villas outside the city have now returned to the imperial capital, back to their homes.

The girls from Yichunlou have also returned.

Mrs. Lin, Mrs. Mu, and Uncle Fu and Aunt Fu.

I haven't been home for half a year, so the house needs a thorough cleaning.

In the palace.

Mu Ningyuan's subordinates had already taken away all of Chu Hengna's concubines from the harem.

They will be detained in the Dali Temple first, and after their background is investigated, they will be released if there is no problem.

In the imperial study, Emperor Chu, Lord Lin, Lord Lu, Chu Yan, and Chu Xin were all there.

After issuing the imperial edict of abdication, the King of Chu still had some arrangements. Chu Xin had not yet ascended the throne. After the edict of succession was issued, an auspicious day had to be chosen for the ascension.

His health is not good now. Just like Shen Yindi said before, his foundation has been damaged in the past six months. And he has missed the best time for treatment. There is no cure.

Now I can only maintain my life temporarily. I don't know how long I can hold on.

"My dear ministers, assist Xin'er well in the future. Xin'er, you must not slack off. You must work hard to govern the country and be a wise ruler. Don't let me and your royal brother down."

"Father, I will follow your teachings carefully and will never let you down, my third brother, and all the adults." Chu Xin said solemnly.

Over the past six months, Chu Xin has become much calmer.

The sudden change caught him off guard at first, but fortunately, his tutor and others were by his side.

Emperor Chu was very satisfied with Chu Xin.

In fact, his original intention was to let Chu Xin succeed to the throne.

The purpose of making Chu Heng the crown prince was just to appease the Meng family first.

Who knew she was so bold that she actually colluded with the people closest to him to usurp the throne!

"What are your plans for the future, father?" Chu Yan asked.

"I want to go to the Royal Villa for recuperation and will not interfere in the affairs of the court in the future." Emperor Chu expressed his thoughts.

"That's fine. You don't have to worry so much."

After saying something, they all left.

Only Lin Yuan stayed. Apparently, he still had something to say to the King of Chu.

"My dear Lord Lin, what else do you want?" the Emperor of Chu asked in a low voice.

Lin Yuan hesitated for a moment. He had to ask now, otherwise it would be inappropriate to look for him after he went to the Royal Villa.

"Your Majesty, do you still remember Leng Qingyun, the former governor of Jiangnan?"

The King of Chu was stunned for a moment, but still nodded. "I remember."

"I would like to ask, what happened to Lord Leng back then?"

"The Third Prince and his men were able to successfully break into the palace to rescue the Emperor this time, in fact, it was also thanks to the contribution of Lord Leng's son Leng Xiao!"

"This time when I went south to quell the rebellion, I was plotted against. It was only because he and my daughter came to find me in time that I was able to return."

"This child has always been brooding over what happened to his family. Qingyun is my close friend, and I know his character very well. He will never betray his country for the sake of profit!"

"I dare to ask for clarification and give an explanation to the child."

"Lord Leng... I wrongly accused him and made him an unjust case. I had just ascended the throne not long ago, and in order to save my face, I did not redress his innocence. This matter is indeed my fault."

"Later, I will instruct the historian to redress his wrongdoing! I will also make his treatment known to the world, just like Yan'er's."

"I will personally write a letter to Lord Lin and give it back to his son to express my apology."

After hearing what the emperor said, Lord Lin finally felt relieved.

There should be some understanding of this matter.

In the afternoon, officials from the Ministry of Revenue who were in charge of the national treasury checked the accounts.

Only then did they discover that the treasury was completely empty; all the silver and valuables inside had been swept away.

The current Great Chu is just an empty shell, just as Meng said.

They will have to send troops to fight and recover their territory later, but now the treasury is empty and there is not a penny.

The soldiers' food and supplies all require silver.

Not one or two soldiers, not a few hundred, but thousands!

This is not a small amount!

In the evening, they gathered at Chu Yan's palace to discuss.

Si Yin was not there, but Leng Xiao was. Lord Lin had specially asked him to come over, saying that he had something to tell him.

Lord Lu and his family returned to their home.

I just returned to my hometown and reunited with my daughter. Now I just want to spend more time with her.

It was still quite cold outside at night, and they all went to Chu Yan's study.

Mu Ningyuan, Si Qi, the four shadow guards, Zou Cheng, and General Qi have not returned yet and are preparing to leave tomorrow.

Since the matter has been resolved, there is no need for him to stay here. He prefers his own Nanfan Mountain.

He was not worried at all about Chu Yan leading the troops to war because he knew his strength.

When Shen Yindi heard that there was not a penny left in the national treasury as all the money had been transferred away by the Meng family, her face became a little gloomy.

It turned out to be just as her prince had predicted.

She has done a lot in the past six months.

"Your Highness, when will the Eighth Prince ascend the throne?" Shen Yindi asked thoughtfully, supporting his chin.

Chu Yan said, "I divined today and it says that three days from now will be an auspicious day. Father will wait until he ascends the throne before setting off to the Royal Villa for recuperation."

"Then what should we do now that the treasury has no money at all?"

"There are some preparations required to ascend the throne. It will cost money, right?"

Such a huge court has become an empty shell.

"Father is considering selling some antiques in the palace." Chu Yan said.

This is too miserable!

"Call on the ministers in the court to do their part for Da Chu and donate money."

He told the King of Chu about his measures.

Shen Yindi nodded. This was a good idea, but it was only a temporary solution and the ministers could not give much.

Now the ministers cannot get their salaries and have to make donations, so they must be very depressed.

Especially the subsequent military spending.

At this point, Chu Yan looked at his own Adi and asked, "Adi, do we have any extra money in our house?"