Why My Domineering Prince Regretted Filing for Divorce?-Chapter 774 - 590: Do You Blame Me?

This morning court session seemed chaotic, but in retrospect, it was deliberately planned, meticulously organized, even down to Yu Wenqian and Yu Wenye kneeling simultaneously and expressing their gratitude verbatim to the new emperor, their father.

Yet, it was indeed chaotic.

From the moment they heard the announcement of the "Han King’s" title, the expressions of everyone in the court changed. After all, once it was known that Yu Wenquan would eventually replace the emperor, most people started to take sides. Especially when the plague in Yanzuo Square was eradicated ahead of time, they were almost certain that the position of Crown Prince would inevitably go to Yu Wenqian.

So, even though these days were busy in Changle Square, Shang Ruyi knew how many officials now surrounded Yu Wenqian, and how Aunt Hui at home basked in her triumph.

Unexpectedly, the final appointment was a "Han King."

The glances exchanged in the court were not only astonishment but gradually turned into surprise, fear, unease, and a latent anger.

The greatest anger came from Yu Dingxing, who had always accompanied Yu Wenquan, despite also receiving rewards. Left Brave General Yu Dingxing was appointed as Five Mountains County Duke, commanding the Left and Right Brave Guards, responsible for guarding the Imperial Palace.

It was clear to anyone with insight how honorable and trusting this appointment was.

So, having received such honor, Yu Dingxing was naturally overjoyed, bowing repeatedly. Yet, amidst his joy, after exchanging glances with Yu Wenqian, his gaze turned cold and grim once more. When looking at Yu Wenye again, the deep-set eyes seemed to sharpen like blades, aiming to pierce the latter’s body.

After all, being the Duke Wushan, commanding the Left and Right Brave Guards, all these honors combined could not compare to a Crown Prince position.

Yu Wenye, however, remained indifferent.

All the astonished gazes in the court shifted naturally to him after Yu Wenqian, carrying blame, resentment, and anger, yet he remained at ease, his eyes untouched by the turmoil.

Until everyone bowed to express gratitude and stood up again, someone next to him stumbled.

Almost instinctively, he reached out and grasped the slender arm. Looking down into familiar eyes, his calm gaze finally flickered slightly.

But the next moment, a trace of conflict and struggle appeared in his eyes, and his expression turned cold again.

He also let go of her hand.

Shang Ruyi stared at him blankly, seemingly bewildered, while Yu Wenye gritted his teeth, shifted his gaze, and said in a deep voice, "You, may leave now."

"..."

Only then did Shang Ruyi regain her senses a little.

After the conferral, the new emperor still had other arrangements to announce. This was not a time for her to remain in the Taiji Palace. Even the Empress Dowager and the abdicated Chu Chengfei had left the Taiji Palace at this time.

After exiting, the three of them entered the side hall.

Even though the doors were tightly shut with countless people kneeling and beseeching outside earlier, the place was now deserted, with even the air retaining traces of cold, sharp intent. Shang Ruyi watched as Empress Dowager Jiang led Chu Chengfei inside to sit down. She instinctively stood aside and saw Empress Dowager Jiang raise her head and give her a gentle smile, "Won’t you sit down?" 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

"..."

"You’ve been standing outside for so long, and spent half a day in the Taiji Palace. You must be tired?"

Her voice was as hoarse as a blade grinding against rough stone, inherently unpleasant, yet because of her gentle aura and gaze, the sound somehow became soft and soothing, a clear spring flowing through the heart.

Shang Ruyi looked at her, feeling as if a needle pricked lightly at her heart.

She hesitated and nodded slightly.

Empress Dowager Jiang said, "Then, please sit down and rest."

Shang Ruyi shook her head again, "My Lady—"

She stopped unexpectedly, and Empress Dowager Jiang’s smile deepened, speaking softly, "You must slowly get used to it and change your ways. Now, the two of us are the same—no, you are much more noble than I am."

Beside her, Chu Chengfei raised his head, his red eyes glaring at her.

Shang Ruyi hurriedly shook her head, "Empress Dowager, I, I dare not!"

Empress Dowager Jiang softly replied, "It’s not about daring, it’s a fact now."

"..."

"Ruyi, you have a long, long way to go in the future."

"..."

"So for now, please sit down and rest your feet."