Super Cultivation System of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 647: The Zen Ceremony
Time passed, and in a blink of an eye it was the day when Liu He received the throne.

To the north of Luoyang City, on the bank of the Yellow River, stands a majestic Fengshan Terrace, towering into the sky.

Taichang Wang Qian reported that the three places where imperial aura was strongest were Luoyang, Chang'an and Jinyang, and the north of Luoyang City, with its back against Luoyang City and mountains and facing the winding Yellow River, was surrounded by high mountains on both sides. The mountains on the left were taller and longer than those on the right, like a dragon on the left and a tiger on the right, so the Fengshan Terrace was built here.

All around, officials and soldiers lined up.

In the distance, people looked around and the caravan stopped.

The news of this abdication ceremony had already spread far and wide. In addition to the original residents of Luoyang City, there were countless merchants and travelers from other places, as well as people from nearby cities and villages, who rushed over to see this grand occasion.

It was an extremely rare event for the emperor to abdicate. In addition, Liu He's reputation was on the rise, especially after he defeated Yuan Shao and established Yunhai County, his prestige reached an unprecedented peak.

On the streets, in bars and restaurants, one can hear people talking about him, everyone praising him and everyone is happy.

At this time, over this wild land, colorful flags were flying, drums were beating, and countless people gathered inside and outside. It was extremely lively.

On both sides of the Fengshan Terrace, there were three thousand heavy cavalrymen, and the scene was extremely solemn.

Behind the Fengshan Terrace, a camp of five thousand golden swords was lined up in neat rows.

And right in front, hundreds of officials stood on both sides of the road, followed by five thousand Han soldiers, standing in one direction.

Outside of this, there was another group of soldiers who formed a square around the area with three layers of defense.

The steps of the Fengshan Terrace are divided into five sections, each with nine steps. After passing a platform, you walk up to the next section until you have completed all 45 steps. After reaching the top, you will be enthroned and become the supreme ruler.

The officials stood below. The civil officials wore the Jinxian crown, led by Wang Yun and Cui Lie. The military officials wore the Long crown, led by Huangfu Song, Lu Zhi and Zhu Jun. As for Taiwei Yang Biao, he stood on the Fengshan Terrace, beside Emperor Xian Liu Xie. Behind him, an attendant, holding a twelve-tassel crown in his hand, stood respectfully with his head bowed.

On the other side of Emperor Xian was Liu Yu, who had just been transferred back to Luoyang from Youzhou. He was now the head of the imperial clan and was in charge of the internal affairs of the imperial family. He should naturally be present at the abdication of the throne among the Liu family's children. Behind him, there was also a person standing with his head bowed, holding the imperial seal in his hand.

Tens of thousands of onlookers were whispering to each other, and seemed even more excited than Liu He himself.

"Do you think the general will grant amnesty to the entire nation after he becomes emperor?"

"Need I say more? This is a court practice. My unpromising brother was instigated by his spendthrift wife to do business and evade taxes. He was arrested and sentenced to five years. I don't know if he can be released this time."

"Hey, don't mention it. Your sister-in-law Fan is really a troublemaker. It's fine if your brother is released, but if she is also released, your life will be difficult."

"I hope the court can reduce our taxes for one year."

"Hey, these are secondary. I just want the general to unify the world as soon as possible, restore the prestige of our Han Dynasty, and enforce the law and order in the world, so that our people will not be robbed by thieves at home and bullied by the barbarians abroad."

"That's true. Now the general is in charge of all places, and the law and order are obviously a hundred times better than a few years ago. People like me can live a much more stable life. I moved here from Jingzhou two years ago. As the saying goes, 'fallen leaves return to their roots'. Now my parents are old. If the general can recover Jingzhou soon, I can also return to my hometown."

The people were discussing when Wang Qian, the Minister of Rites, suddenly shouted something.

"The auspicious time has arrived, the ceremony begins!"

"Woo...Woo...Woo..."

A row of huge trumpets were blown at the same time. Their loud and clear voices reached the sky and made the people quiet down immediately.

Liu He stood among the civil and military officials, wearing a red and black dragon robe, but with his hair in a bun and no crown. He looked up at the Fengshan platform and stood there without saying a word.

After the horn sounded, Wang Qian shouted, "The Grand Commandant reads the abdication edict!" At the top of the Fengshan Terrace, Yang Biao unfolded a roll of silk.

"To you, General, my uncle Liu He: In the past, Emperor Yao abdicated the throne to Yu Shun, and Shun also gave the throne to Yu. The mandate of heaven is not ordinary, but only belongs to the virtuous. The government is out of order, the evil is rampant, the world is overturned, and the people are in decline. Although I have been appointed in times of crisis, I am young and virtuous, and I am unable to help. Thanks to the divine power of my uncle, you have saved the world from this crisis. You have cleared the area and protected our ancestral temples. How can I be the only one who has achieved peace, so that the nine servants can truly receive the gift. The country and the country are therefore protected. The foundation of our ancestors depends on you. Now my uncle has inherited the past, glorified your virtue, restored the great cause of civil and military affairs, and showed the great achievements of your ancestors. The emperor's spirit has descended, the gods and people have called for the expedition, and the birthday is bright. The teacher has bestowed my order, and all of them say that you have been able to cooperate with Yu Shun and lead our Tang Dynasty. I respectfully abdicate your throne. What a joke! The calendar of heaven is in your body. If you can hold it, the heavenly blessing will last forever. You should just follow the great ceremony, feast all the nations, and solemnly accept the mandate of heaven."

He read his words in a sonorous and slow voice. After he finished reading, all the ministers and soldiers below knelt on the ground and shouted.

"Long live! Long live! Long live!"

Yang Biao took a step forward and looked at Liu He below: "General, please come up to the stage and receive the abdication!"

Upon hearing this, Liu He took a step forward and walked slowly forward, going up step by step.

Every step he took was accompanied by shouts of "Long live!" from the people around him.

Finally, after climbing all forty-five steps, Liu He took a step forward and came in front of Emperor Xian.

Emperor Xian seemed even more excited than him, his face flushed and his smile was evident.

Liu He also smiled at him.

"Put on the crown!" Yang Biao shouted, then he turned around and took the twelve-crown crown from the servant behind him.

At this time, Emperor Xian first took off his crown and put it on the tray of the person behind him, while Yang Biao walked up to Liu He holding the new crown.

Liu He took it with both hands very respectfully, and then put it on his head solemnly.

"Receive the seal!"

Liu Yu picked up the tray with the imperial seal and handed it to Emperor Xian, who then took it and handed it to Liu He.

After Liu He took the jade seal, he held it very steadily in front of his chest, turned around and looked at everyone.

At this time, the cheers around reached a peak.

"Long live! Long live!"

Liu Yu supported Emperor Xian, walked down the steps, and bowed deeply to Liu He on the stage.

Liu He said solemnly: "You have abdicated to me now, which is a public virtue. And you are my nephew, which is a personal affection. Regardless of public and private convenience, I should treat you well. Since you like the vast grassland and the hustle and bustle, I will make you the Marquis of Qiangyin. That is the northernmost county in Yanmen County, a grassland with cattle and sheep everywhere. I have been managing it for many years, and it is very prosperous with business and travel."

Liu Xie's face was filled with joy: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

After he finished speaking, he seemed unable to suppress his excitement and wanted to run away quickly. Fortunately, Liu Yu was watching over him, otherwise he would have been laughed at.

Liu He handed the imperial seal to Yang Biao, stood up straight and accepted the kowtow of his ministers.

"I ascend the throne today and change the era name to 'Jianxing'. I honor my biological mother, Xu, as the empress dowager, and make Zhang Yu the empress, and Du Chan the imperial concubine. I also confer the title of Marquis of Mingliu Township on my father-in-law Zhang Tong, and from now on, I will grant amnesty to the whole country!"

"Long live Long live Long live!"

The ministers cheered and the people praised him. There was a scene of celebration outside the city of Luoyang.

(End of this chapter)