As soon as Yang Ling said these words, the hall suddenly became extremely quiet.
Yang Ling's cronies like Pang Tong and Gan Ning naturally hope that Yang Ling can usurp Cao Wei and directly sit on the throne of emperor.
As for the others, they are all prominent figures in the government and are very politically savvy.
They are all very aware of the current situation. The only one who can decide the new emperor is Yang Ling.
Even if there is a suitable candidate, they will not speak rashly.
"It seems that no one has a suitable candidate."
Yang Ling smiled and said,
"How about this? I have a suitable candidate. What do you think of King Dong'a?"
Hearing him mention Cao Zhi, Pang Tong's eyes flashed with disappointment, but he was the first to respond,
"Wang Dong'a has a kind heart and outstanding literary talent. He is indeed the best candidate for the new emperor!"
"I feel the same way."
"Seconded!"
"Additional motion plus one."
Following Yang Ling's proposal, all the ministers responded one after another.
Yang Ling nodded with satisfaction and looked at Queen Mother Bian,
"I wonder what the Queen Mother means?"
"Aijia... I think it's good too."
Queen Mother Bian also nodded in agreement.
Although Cao Pi was dethroned from the throne, Cao Zhi was still her son after all, and he was also of Cao family blood.
For the Cao family, there was no loss.
"Boyo and Shizai, go quickly and invite King Dong'a here."
Yang Ling ordered.
"Here!"
The two of them immediately left quickly.
Not long after, when they turned back, Cao Zhi was following behind them.
But compared to the last time they met, Cao Zhi looked pale and walked sluggishly, as if he was suffering from some serious illness.
"I've met the queen mother, I've met your majesty..."
Cao Zhi bowed to Queen Mother Bian and others, and then started coughing violently.
"Now that the emperor is ignorant and ignorant, I intend to depose him in accordance with the late emperor's last wish."
"After discussions between me, the Queen Mother and all the court officials, you, King Dong'a, are the most suitable candidate to inherit the throne."
"I wonder what King Dong'a wants?"
Yang Ling chuckled.
Hearing that he intended to support him as emperor, Cao Zhi was stunned for a moment, then a red cloud appeared on his pale face.
"This...isn't this not good? How can I take on such an important task if I am alone and have few talents and knowledge?"
Although he declined, his eyes were extremely hot and bright.
joke.
This is the Ninth Five Emperor with the highest power and status. How many people in the world can resist this temptation?
"Don't be humble, King Dong'a. This is our unanimous view."
Empress Dowager Bian gave her kind words and advice.
After all, Cao Zhi is her son, and she does not want the throne to pass to the sons of other wives.
"Yes, I hope King Dong'a will not refuse for the sake of the country's importance."
"A country cannot live without a king for a day!"
After everyone's persuasion, Cao Zhi sighed, and then nodded in agreement,
"So I will comply with your requests."
Seeing Cao Zhi become the new emperor of Cao Wei with the support of everyone, Cao Pi stood there like a zombie, without any disturbance.
In order to stabilize the situation early, Cao Zhi's succession process was also quite hasty.
Under the witness of everyone, after a simple process, he became the new emperor of the Wei Dynasty!
As for how to deal with Cao Pi, Sima Yi, Zhu Shuo and others, Yang Ling made an agreement with Empress Dowager Bian that as long as Cao Pi and his party stayed safe, he would not embarrass them.
So Yang Ling circled a remote palace in the palace as a cold palace, let Cao Pi and others move in, and sent people to strictly guard it.
That night.
A banquet was held in the palace to celebrate Cao Zhi's ascension to the throne as emperor.
However, although it was nominally a celebration for Cao Zhi, the protagonist of the banquet seemed to be Yang Ling.
"I am not as stupid as my brother. The general has made great contributions to the country and the country. I intend to make the general the King of Qi!"
Cao Zhi held the wine glass and said with a smile.
Everyone looked shocked when they heard this.
After Yang Ling pacified Jiangdong, he was granted the title of Duke Dingnan by Cao Pi, but within a few days, he was deprived of it by Cao Pi.
Unexpectedly, after Cao Zhi ascended the throne, he directly made Yang Ling the king!
However, under the envious eyes of everyone, Yang Ling slowly stood up.
"Your Majesty, I just did my duty. I really cannot afford such a heavy reward. Please take it back, Your Majesty!"
Cao Zhi was slightly stunned. He originally wanted to persuade Yang Ling, but seeing that his attitude was extremely determined, he had to give up.
However, although Yang Ling was not crowned king, Cao Zhi was extremely generous to Pang Tong, Dian Wei, Xu Chu and others.
Not only were all the officials reinstated, but they even went one step further!
After the banquet, Yang Ling slowly walked towards his mansion under the protection of Zhou Cang.
Pang Tong, Gan Ning, Ma Chao and others were all accompanying him.
As for Dian Wei and Xu Chu, they have replaced Zhu Shuo and others and are in charge of Xu Du's imperial army.
"The general doesn't want to be crowned king, but his subordinates can understand."
Pang Tong said softly,
"It's just that my subordinates don't quite understand. Why didn't the general just get rid of the deposed emperor, Sima Yi and others?"
Yang Ling glanced around and smiled lightly,
"I have reached an agreement with the Queen Mother, how can I break it?"
The matter of deposing the emperor went so smoothly today.
On the one hand, it was because what Cao Pi did was really unpopular with the people.
On the other hand, it was also because Empress Dowager Bian cooperated with all the courtiers.
If Yang Ling breaks his promise to kill Cao Pi and the others, he will probably be infamous.
He is not shameless Sima Yi, and he could not do the act of massacring Cao Shuang's three clans.
“Don’t you, General, know that cutting off the weeds does not remove the roots, but the spring breeze will bring new growth?”
Pang Tong said in confusion.
"Of course I know, but I can't kill them myself."
Yang Ling smiled coldly,
"After all, I have an agreement with the Queen Mother, but if Cao Pi himself rebels, I can't be blamed."
Upon hearing this, Pang Tong's face suddenly showed an expression of understanding.
…
In the next few days, Yang Ling and a group of cronies have been stabilizing the situation in Wei.
Because of Cao Hong, the Cao family and the Xiahou family had objections to Cao Pi.
After Yang Ling released Xiahou Mao and rewarded the young clan members in Cao Zhi's name, the clan members had no objections.
Xia Houshang, Cao Xiu, Cao Zhen and others who were sent out to attack also returned to Xudu obediently.
As for Liangzhou and Jingzhou, after learning that Yang Ling had deposed Cao Pi and established Cao Zhi as emperor, Ma Teng and Liu Cong immediately declared their allegiance to the new emperor.
As for Jiangdong, the Shanyue people also expressed their loyalty again.
Huang Gai, Han Dang and others took the opportunity to rebel, overthrew Wu Zhi and escorted him back to the capital.
Although there were many people from various places who made trouble under the banner of revenge for Cao Pi, they were quickly put down.
…
In the cold palace.
Sima Yi picked up a bowl of water and carefully placed it in front of Cao Pi.
"Your Majesty has not eaten for two days, come and drink some water."
"Sima Yi, what else do you want your Majesty to do?"
Cao Pi smiled weakly.
