By the time the Crown Prince was able to get out of bed and walk around, three or four months had already passed.
By this time, the end of the year had already passed.
The Crown Prince knew that he would be punished upon his return, but thinking of how his mishandling of the situation had led to the starvation of so many people in the disaster area, he had no complaints even if punished.
However, Zhou Ti never expected that the Emperor would directly depose him from his position as crown prince.
In the court, the moment the Emperor uttered the words of deposing the Crown Prince, Zhou Ti felt dizzy and fainted.
The ministers’ expressions changed drastically, except for Prime Minister Qin, who kept his head down, a subtle, secret smile playing on his lips.
The Crown Prince was finally deposed.
His years of scheming had not been in vain.
…
Upon learning of the Crown Prince’s deposition, the Empress nearly fainted.
Fortunately, Mu Yunge stepped forward and grasped her hand, saying, “Mother, don’t cry. Xiao Jiu’er is with you. Crown Prince Brother will be alright.”
Hearing this, the Empress’s eyes welled with tears: “Xiao Jiu’er, from now on, you must call Ti’er ‘First Prince’. Your brother is no longer the crown prince.”
Mu Yunge nodded and then said obediently, “I understand, Mother. Don’t be too sad. Even if he’s not the crown prince anymore, he’s still my brother.”
The Empress nodded, her heart filled with bitterness.
Since the Crown Prince and the Third Prince were discovered in Consort Yi’s palace, the Emperor had never visited Weiyang Palace again. The only times she had seen the Emperor were during the New Year.
With the Crown Prince deposed and her as empress out of favor, what would become of her Xiao Jiu’er?
After comforting the Empress for a while, Mu Yunge left Weiyang Palace and said to Yan Fei, “Xiao Xi, let’s go find Father.”
Hearing this, Yan Fei was taken aback: “Princess, you mustn’t! The Emperor is busy. If we go to him now, we might anger him.”
“It’s alright! I’m not afraid. Let’s go.” Mu Yunge held out her hand to Yan Fei.
Seeing this, Yan Fei had no choice but to take her hand and lead her toward the Imperial Study.
Seeing Mu Yunge approach, Xiao Fuzi quickly stepped forward, saying, “This servant greets Your Highness the Ninth Princess.”
“Rise, Xiao Fuzi. Is Father here? I need to see him.” Mu Yunge asked.
Eunuch Xiao Fuzi’s forehead broke out in a cold sweat. The Emperor was currently furious. Even if the Ninth Princess was usually favored, going now would only incur his wrath.
Seeing that Eunuch Xiao Fuzi remained silent, Mu Yunge called out directly, “Father, Father, are you inside? I’ve come to see you!”
At that moment, the Emperor was discussing matters with Prime Minister Qin. Hearing Mu Yunge’s voice, he frowned slightly and said to Prime Minister Qin, “You may leave now.”
“Yes, Your Majesty.”
With that, Prime Minister Qin left the Imperial Study.
Just as he left, Mu Yunge saw him.
After giving him a brief glance, Mu Yunge walked toward the entrance of the Imperial Study.
At that moment, the Emperor’s voice rang out, “Xiao Jiu’er is here. Come in quickly.”
Mu Yunge hurried inside, then pouted and said discontentedly, “Father, you haven’t visited Xiao Jiu’er in so long.”
Mu Yunge leaned against the desk, looking at the Emperor.
Hearing his words, the Emperor paused for a moment and then said, “It’s Father’s fault. Father has been too busy lately and neglected my Xiao Jiu’er.”
Mu Yunge snorted softly and then said, “Father doesn’t come to see me, and people are saying you don’t love me anymore. I knew Father loved me the most.”
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