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On the eve of the coronation, Lin Xiu Wen stood alone in the Imperial Garden, gazing at the starry sky.
"What are you thinking about?" Liu Rumei's voice came from behind him.
Lin Xiu Wen turned to see Liu Rumei in her military attire, looking valiant and poised.
"I'm thinking about tomorrow's ceremony," Lin Xiu Wen replied with a wry smile, "and... you and Wanqing."
Liu Rumei fell silent for a moment before softly saying, "Xiu Wen, you don't need to feel troubled. I understand my position."
Lin Xiu Wen shook his head. "Rumei, you have always been the person I trust the most. Without you..."
"There is no 'without'," Liu Rumei interrupted. "You are the sovereign, and I am your subject. That is enough."
Lin Xiu Wen wanted to say more, but Liu Rumei had already turned to leave. "Get some rest. Tomorrow you’ll have to deal with those old foxes."
The next day, in the Golden Luan Hall, the ministers stood solemnly.
Lin Xiu Wen, dressed in his dragon robe, slowly ascended the throne. Behind him, Su Wanqing wore a phoenix crown and elegant robes, exuding grace.
"By the mandate of Heaven, His Majesty the Emperor decrees..." The Minister of Rites read the edict aloud with great solemnity.
At that moment, a commotion suddenly erupted outside the hall.
"Report—" a guard rushed in anxiously, "Northern Khan Ashide requests an audience!"
The ministers were taken aback. Lin Xiu Wen, however, smiled and said, "Let him in."
Ashide entered in full battle attire, striding confidently into the hall. "Congratulations to the new sovereign on your ascension!"
Lin Xiu Wen rose to greet him. "Khan, you have traveled far; I apologize for not welcoming you properly."
Ashide surveyed the ministers before suddenly kneeling on one knee. "I, Northern Khan Ashide, wish to lead the Northern Border tribes to pledge allegiance to Da Zhou!"
At this declaration, the entire court was stunned.
Lin Xiu Wen helped Ashide to his feet. "Khan, please rise. The Northern Border and Da Zhou have always been one family."
The coronation ceremony continued. After it concluded, Lin Xiu Wen immediately summoned the ministers for a discussion.
"Gentlemen," he surveyed them all, "the Northern Border's submission is a great joy. However, we must deliberate on how to accommodate this change."
An elderly minister stepped forward. "Your Majesty, I believe we should establish a Protectorate for the Northern Border and station a strong military presence there..."
"No," Lin Xiu Wen shook his head, "doing so will only sow discord among the people of the Northern Border."
Suddenly, Su Wanqing spoke up, "Your Majesty, I have a suggestion."
"Speak."
"Why not establish the Northern Autonomous Region," Su Wanqing proposed, "with Ashide Khan continuing to govern, but under the court's official appointment?"
Lin Xiu Wen's eyes lit up. "Good idea!"
At that moment, Liu Rumei hurried in. "Your Majesty, there is urgent military news!"
Lin Xiu Wen took the secret report and his expression changed drastically. "The Southern Border Rebellion!"
It turned out that the Crown Prince Faction, unwilling to accept defeat, had colluded with the local chieftains of the Southern Border to instigate a rebellion.
Lin Xiu Wu immediately volunteered, "I am willing to lead the army to quell the rebellion!"
However, Lin Xiu Wen shook his head. "No, this time I will personally lead the expedition."
The ministers were shocked. "Your Majesty must not!"
Lin Xiu Wen said firmly, "I have just ascended to the throne and need to establish my authority. Moreover..." He looked at Su Wanqing and Liu Rumei. "With your assistance, what is there to fear?"
The news of his personal expedition sent shockwaves throughout the nation.
On the eve of departure, Lin Xiu Wen arrived at Su Wanqing's palace.
"Wanqing," he took her hand, "this expedition is fraught with danger. You..."
But Su Wanqing smiled. "Your Majesty need not worry. I am already prepared."
"Prepared for what?"
"To accompany the army," Su Wanqing winked. "I have read military texts."
Lin Xiu Wen was both amused and exasperated. "This..."
"Your Majesty," Liu Rumei suddenly interjected, "let her go. With me here, nothing will happen."
Lin Xiu Wen looked at the two women before him and felt a surge of emotions.
On the battlefield of the Southern Border, Lin Xiu Wen strategized, Su Wanqing offered counsel, Liu Rumei charged into battle, and Lin Xiu Wu commanded from the center.
In just three months, the rebellion was quelled.
On the day of their triumphant return, the entire nation celebrated.
During the victory banquet, Ashide suddenly spoke up, "Your Majesty, I have an unusual request."
"Khan, please go ahead," came the reply.
"I wish to stay in the capital," Ashide said, fixing his gaze on Lin Xiu Wen, "to learn about Central Plains Culture."
Lin Xiu Wen felt a stir in his heart and glanced at Su Wanqing. Su Wanqing smiled and said, "That sounds great; it will be nice to have company."
Liu Rumei nodded as well, adding, "If the Khan wishes to practice martial arts, I can offer my guidance."
Lin Xiu Wen looked at the three women and suddenly understood something. He raised his glass and declared, "Come, let us toast to peace across the land!"
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