The Comeback of the Charming Farmer's Wife-Chapter 2286 - 2288

"That’s indeed the case. No matter who is proposed for the position, someone will inevitably say it’s inappropriate." Lele suddenly chuckled, "But since uncle has agreed to appoint a Crown Prince, it means he’s made up his mind."

Yang Chuxia looked at the two siblings with exasperation. Why is it that other people’s children discuss fun things and good food, while hers are talking about such significant matters?

"Do you know who will be appointed?" Yangyang asked curiously. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

"Well..."

"Ahem..." Ye Zi’an interrupted him, "Alright, who gets appointed is not something you should be discussing. And you must not speak of it outside, understand?"

"Understood, understood." Lele hummed, "If I spoke about it outside, others might think it was something father said. I’m not foolish, I naturally wouldn’t talk about such things outside."

It was indeed as the two kids said; the following morning at the court, each prince’s maternal family believed their own grandson should be appointed.

No matter who was suggested, someone else objected—if it was the Eldest Imperial Prince, they said he was too young; if the Second Prince, they said he was not the legitimate heir. In any case, no one was deemed suitable.

Finally, when the court was in chaos, someone suggested, "Emperor, since there’s such a great dispute over appointing a Crown Prince, perhaps we should wait a couple of years until the princes are older, and their character and learning have developed further, before revisiting this issue. Or maybe the Emperor should first expand the harem, and then choose the most suitable heir from the future children."

"We second the motion!"

"..."

There it was, the debate shifted to selecting consorts. This was the true underlying reason these people objected to appointing a Crown Prince.

The Heir of Prince He deeply regretted his earlier suggestion; appointing a Crown Prince was a significant matter, yet he foolishly brought up selecting consorts.

The Heir of Prince He said, "Emperor, I still believe that appointing a Crown Prince should be prioritized; it’s a major state affair that naturally should come first."

"I believe selecting consorts should come first!" Assistant Minister Lan of the Ministry of Criminal Justice stated.

"..."

And so, the court erupted again over whether to select consorts or appoint a Crown Prince first.

Baili Yan felt a headache coming on from the noise.

"Enough!" With a powerful shout, the hall fell silent, "What a spectacle you all make! Esteemed ministers behaving like fishwives in a marketplace. Have you all forgotten where you stand? This is the Golden Throne Hall! Not a place for your squabbles. If you wish to bicker, feel free to remove your official hats and argue at home leisurely."

"For today’s affair, I will not argue with you." Seeing everyone lower their heads in silence, Baili Yan’s expression softened slightly, "Should this happen again, I will personally remove your official hats!"

The ministers finally felt fear; the Emperor’s words carried immense weight, and clearly, they needed to be more cautious next time.

"Regarding whether to appoint a Crown Prince or select consorts first..." Baili Yan paused, observing everyone’s expressions, then spoke coldly, "How can selecting consorts compare to the legitimate matter of appointing an heir? Don’t think I am unaware of your thoughts. Today I make it clear, we appoint the Crown Prince first! Should anyone dare to make trouble like today in an attempt to manipulate the appointment for personal gain, don’t blame me for not showing mercy."

"Also, go back and carefully consider who should be the Crown Prince, and in five days, a decision must be made! Court dismissed!"

"Court dismissed!!"

"We respectfully send off the Emperor, long live the Emperor..."

"Lord Marquis, please stay!" As he exited the Golden Throne Hall, Ye Zi’an was rushing home, but Assistant Minister Lan and others called after him.