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Chapter 494 The New Emperor Ascends the Throne!

Outside the imperial city, the commander of the Imperial Guards had been waiting since hearing the news. Upon seeing Gu Changqing arrive, he hurriedly stepped forward, his expression showing a mixture of urgency and awe.

"Grand Tutor, you're finally back! His Majesty... His Majesty, he..."

The Imperial Guard Commander's voice choked with emotion, and a hint of grief flashed in his eyes.

"I know everything. Right now, stabilizing the situation is the most important thing."

"From this moment forward, I will personally command the Imperial Guards. You must assist them with all your might and there must be no mistakes."

Gu Changqing gently raised his hand, indicating that he didn't need to say anything more, and said in a deep voice.

Upon hearing this, the commander of the Imperial Guards' expression hardened, and he respectfully accepted the order. Although he had a thousand words to say, he knew that this was not the time to speak.

Afterwards, Gu Changqing went straight to the Imperial Clan Court, where the last line of defense of the Great Qian Dynasty was stationed: the Daoist soldiers—the Qiankun Imperial Guards.

As one of the five great dynasties, its final standing would naturally be quite high.

As the last line of defense for the Great Qian Dynasty, this army is capable of both mounted and dismounted warfare.

Among all the Dao soldiers on the Tianwu Continent, they are among the best.

However, this is a mysterious force that is directly under the command of the royal family. It rarely appears in public and only protects the stability of the royal power and the peace of the country at critical moments.

At this moment, the atmosphere inside the Imperial Clan Court was heavy, with the clansmen wearing worried expressions and discussing among themselves.

Gu Changqing's arrival was like an invisible force that instantly calmed the previously chaotic atmosphere.

He slowly stepped into the hall, his gaze sweeping over everyone before finally settling on the Grand Elder of the Imperial Clan Court, who sat at the head of the table.

"Elder, a country cannot be without a ruler for a single day. However, the imperial power is currently in vain, and the world is in turmoil. We must discuss a grand plan to bring peace to the land."

Gu Changqing's words were resounding and contained deep concern about the current situation.

"What the Grand Tutor says is absolutely right, but... His Majesty has passed away suddenly. We need the Grand Tutor's guidance on what to do next."

Upon hearing this, the Grand Elder slowly rose to his feet, his eyes flashing with complex emotions. However, given the current situation, someone was indeed needed to turn the tide.

"My mind is made up. I must take over the Qiankun Imperial Guard immediately. Together with the Imperial Guard and the City Defense Army, we will protect Qiandu in preparation for the new emperor's ascension to the throne and the stabilization of the court."

Gu Changqing took a deep breath and spoke slowly.

These words caused an uproar in the hall. The Qiankun Imperial Guards were directly under the command of the royal family and had always been controlled by the Imperial Clan Court. Gu Changqing's move was undoubtedly a huge challenge to tradition.

However, faced with the current precarious situation, although people had their own opinions, they also understood that this might be the best option at present.

"Grand Tutor, this token is entrusted to you. I hope you will live up to expectations and safeguard the foundation of our Great Qian Dynasty."

The Grand Elder remained silent for a moment, then slowly nodded and took out a token from his sleeve—a token to mobilize the Qiankun Guards.

"Rest assured, Elder, Changqing will live and die with the Great Qian!"

Gu Changqing took the token, gripped it tightly with both hands, and a resolute glint flashed in his eyes.

With Gu Changqing taking control of the Qiankun Imperial Guard, all the troops within Qiandu came under his command.

As night fell, Gu Changqing stood alone atop the imperial city, gazing down at the dimly lit capital of Qiandu, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

"The path to imperial power is fraught with thorns; we must pave the way to peace with our own flesh and blood."

Gu Changqing spoke softly, and the wind, though still howling, seemed to carry a hint of respect.

After gaining control of all the troops in Qiandu, Gu Changqing did not slack off in the slightest.

A power vacuum is often accompanied by turmoil and unrest. Only with overwhelming force can all dissent be suppressed and the precarious imperial power be stabilized.

Therefore, shortly after gaining control of the military, he began a series of intensive plans and actions.

He directly summoned the important officials of the court and held an emergency court meeting in the main hall of the imperial city.

The flickering candlelight in the hall illuminated the solemn or anxious faces of everyone present. Gu Changqing stood in the center of the hall, his silver-white battle robe appearing even more imposing in the candlelight.

"My lords, the Emperor has passed away suddenly, and the country is in a time of great turmoil. As his subjects, we should prioritize the well-being of the nation and work together to devise a strategy for stability."

His voice was deep and powerful, penetrating the hearts of everyone present.

However, not everyone in the imperial court could be as calm and composed as him.

Some suggested following ancient custom and having an elder member of the royal family temporarily assume the role of regent; others advocated immediately establishing a new emperor to reassure the people.

For a time, the hall was filled with discussions, and no consensus could be reached.

Gu Changqing observed coldly, already having made his own plans.

In this chaotic world, only the strong can stand firm, and the Third Prince Si Yinqi, who currently enjoys the highest prestige in the Great Qian Dynasty, is the best choice.

He was not only brave and skilled in battle, but also enjoyed great prestige among the people, making him the best candidate to stabilize the situation and restore imperial power.

"My mind is made up. I will support the Third Prince, Si Yinqi, to ascend the throne, inherit the imperial line, and bring peace to the world."

So he spoke slowly, his voice filled with unwavering determination.

These words immediately caused an uproar in the hall.

Some people agree that this is a wise move; others oppose it, fearing that it will cause internal strife within the royal family.

But Gu Changqing's mind was made up. What the Great Qian needed at this time was not a ruler who followed the rules and maintained the status quo, but a wise leader who could lead the country out of its predicament.

Moreover, the current Great Qian Dynasty cannot withstand too much turmoil, and there is no time to carefully select from so many candidates for princes.

Let them each use their own methods to vie for the position.

The only option now is to use overwhelming force to suppress all dissent within Qiandu.

Otherwise, we wouldn't have to wait for those rebel troops outside to break in.

The Great Qian Dynasty itself collapsed first.

Therefore, after directly deciding on the successor to the throne, Gu Changqing swiftly suppressed all dissenting voices with an iron fist.

He personally led his troops to quell several rebellions that attempted to take advantage of the situation, and eliminated those disloyal court officials one by one.

Like a storm, it swept through the entire capital in an instant.

At the same time, Gu Changqing did not slacken his efforts due to his swift and decisive military actions.

The consolidation of power lies not only in the deterrence of force, but also in the allegiance of the people and the orthodoxy of etiquette and law.

After swiftly pacifying Qiandu, Gu Changqing immediately began to meticulously prepare for the ceremony of establishing a new emperor, striving for perfection in every step, aiming to both demonstrate the majesty of imperial power and reflect the mandate of heaven.

He personally selected an auspicious day, consulted ancient books, and based on the movement of stars, chose a lucky day to ensure that the right time, the right place, and the right people were all in place.

Subsequently, Gu Changqing ordered the construction of a magnificent enthronement platform in the imperial city. The platform was covered with a nine-dragon carpet symbolizing the supreme status of the emperor, and the surrounding area was decorated with auspicious dragon and phoenix patterns. Every detail exuded a strong sense of antiquity and imperial grandeur.

The following morning, the city of Qiandu was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, and people flocked out of their homes to the imperial city, eager to witness this historic moment.

On the streets, drums and music resounded, and a grand procession of officials in magnificent court robes, holding tablets and walking with solemn steps, led the new emperor's carriage slowly forward.