I was kicked out of the house, and I was reborn and became the emperor

Shangguan Ba ​​frowned, his eyes sharp as an eagle, thinking to himself: What the Sixth Prince said is true, Fang Yi's appearance is indeed somewhat similar to the emperor, and this similarity is enough to make anyone feel uneasy.

On the other side, the highly respected old man Xuanyuan Hongru, although his eyes were dim, but when he opened his eyes, they were full of traces of time.

When looking at Fang Yi, a light of disbelief flashed in his eyes, and then slowly closed, but the shock in his heart was difficult to calm down.

Emperor Taining sat on the dragon throne, looking at Fang Yi below, his heart filled with emotions.

That familiar yet unfamiliar face made him so excited that he was almost speechless, and the emotions churning in his heart were complex and indescribable.

This was the name he had read many times in secret reports. This was the young man who had made outstanding achievements on the battlefield in the northern border and helped him stabilize the border. Now that he saw him with his own eyes, gratitude, curiosity and some indescribable emotions were intertwined in his heart.

Fang Yi walked into the center of the hall, stood tall, knelt respectfully, and greeted with the most sincere attitude.

However, Emperor Taining seemed to be frozen in this moment, staring blankly below, with a myriad of thoughts in his mind.

Eunuch Wenxi was as smart as a fox. He noticed the emperor's gaffe and quickly coughed.

Emperor Taining suddenly came back to his senses, with a complicated look on his face.

He raised his hand slightly, motioning Fang Yi to look up, with a hint of curiosity and expectation.

Fang Yi obeyed the order, slowly raised his head which had been hardened by the years, met the deep eyes of Emperor Taining, and saluted again. His behavior revealed the calmness and pride unique to the warriors of the Northern Frontier.

He stood straight, as if he could remain unmoved even in the face of thousands of troops.

"No need to be polite."

Emperor Taining's words were a little gentle. He smiled and said to Fang Yi, "I've heard that an invincible god of war has emerged in the Northern Frontier. Seeing him today, I find that he is indeed heroic and extraordinary!" His admiration was evident in his words.

Fang Yi responded modestly: "Your Majesty, I am just doing my duty. I really don't deserve it."

Although his tone was low, every word he spoke was steady and powerful, revealing a kind of integrity that was neither humble nor arrogant.

After hearing this, Emperor Taining's eyes flashed with admiration: "Don't be too modest. I have high hopes for you."

Then, he changed the subject, his tone a little more thoughtful: "Do you know why I must summon you to the capital?"

Fang Yi answered frankly: "I am stupid and have never thought deeply about the reason."

Emperor Taining sighed and said earnestly, "Many civil and military officials in the court do not want to see your achievements become a threat to the emperor, and do not want you to be made a marquis or appointed as a prime minister. What is your opinion on this?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the hall suddenly became solemn. The ministers looked at each other, and Shangguan Ba's face darkened slightly, and it was obvious that he had mixed feelings.

Fang Yi was silent for a moment, then answered loudly: "All under heaven belongs to the king, and all the people are his subjects. Whether I deserve the reward is up to your majesty to decide. I will not take others' words to heart."

These words are powerful and demonstrate his loyalty and confidence.

Shangguan Ba's face became even uglier when he heard this, but he could do nothing about it.

Emperor Taining laughed and clapped his hands: "What a great saying! 'All under heaven belongs to the king'! A minister should be like this! Only when you see yourself clearly can you go far."

His eyes were as sharp as torches as he scanned the ministers one by one, and those eyes seemed to be able to see into people's hearts.

Then, Emperor Taining's tone softened: "Now that you have arrived in Beijing, you should take a good rest for a while. I will arrange a residence for you."

Then, Emperor Taining changed the subject again, his tone becoming solemn and serious: "Fang Yi, listen to my order!"

At this moment, Fang Yi's body was startled, and the blood in his body seemed to be boiling. He knew very well that this moment was of great significance to him.

"Fang Yi has quelled rebellions in the northern border many times, and has made great contributions. Especially this time, he personally eliminated the Jurchen Khan Nurhaci. He is truly a pillar of the country. He should have been made a king to honor his achievements, but considering your young age, I will first make you a marquis. In the past, you were the Earl of Loyalty and Bravery, and now you are the Marquis of Champion!"

Emperor Taining's words were like thunder, shaking the entire hall.

"Champion Hou!"

This posthumous title was not only an honor, but also a manifestation of Emperor Taining's supreme trust and expectation in Fang Yi. For a time, all the civil and military officials in the court were shocked.

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In the heart of the capital, beyond the hustle and bustle, there is a golden world. It was the symbol of the glory of the King of Zhenbei - the mansion that has been vacant for a long time.

The setting sun shines on the glazed tiles, adding a bit of splendor and loneliness.

Wen Xi, the chief eunuch of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, was dressed in gorgeous official robes. The young man Fang Yi who followed him had a calm expression on his face, but his eyes could not hide the excitement.

Wen Xi raised a warm smile and slowly introduced to Fang Yi: "This place was the residence of the King of Zhenbei after he returned from the Northern Frontier. Every brick and tile records his glorious military exploits.

Unfortunately, the hero died on the battlefield, and the palace fell into silence. Now, it is about to welcome a new owner. "

When Fang Yi heard this, what surged in his heart was not only shock, but also infinite admiration for King Zhenbei.

He turned to look at Wen Xi, the sincerity in his eyes difficult to conceal: "Eunuch, how can I be worthy of this honor? I will remember this kindness forever."

After he finished speaking, Fang Yi took out a heavy ingot of gold from his arms. It was not only money, but also his sincerity.

Upon seeing this, Wen Xi quickly waved his hand, with a friendly smile on his face.

"Young Marquis, this is my duty, and I dare not accept such a generous gift."

Seeing this, Fang Yi pretended to be serious and said half-jokingly: "If you insist on not accepting it, you are not giving face to the younger generation!"

As they spoke, the two smiled at each other, and the atmosphere was extremely harmonious.

Afterwards, Fang Yi, led by Wen Xi, stepped into the gate of the palace. There were towering ancient trees and winding stone steps, and a heavy sense of history was overwhelming.

Inside the palace, several servants were cleaning silently. When they saw Eunuch Wen Xi and the strange young man, they knew in their hearts that the palace would usher in a new spring.

Wen Xi pointed at the servants and spoke meaningfully.

"Marquis Guanjun, these servants have worked here for many years and are loyal and reliable. Do you think they should be retained? If not, I will make proper arrangements for them."

Fang Yi was fully aware of Wen Xi's implicit meaning. This right to choose was both a respect and a test for him.

Upon hearing the voice, the servants all knelt on the ground, anxiously waiting for their fate to be decided.

At this time, an elderly butler, Li Sheng, stepped forward with a barely perceptible tremor in his voice.

"Marquis Guanjun, I am the old steward of this palace. We have been here since the time of the King of Zhenbei. We have deep feelings for the palace. I beg you to give us a chance to continue to serve you!"

Wen Xi said nothing, but turned his gaze to Fang Yi, as if waiting for the young marquis's decision.

Fang Yi coughed lightly and said, "Since you are used to this place, then you can stay. But I must make it clear in advance that my palace must be peaceful and tranquil. Those who gossip and stir up trouble will not be tolerated."

When the servants heard this, they were stunned at first, but then they felt relieved. Many of them cried for joy. They were full of gratitude and expectations for Fang Yi, the young but magnanimous new master.