I Can Control My Ancestors

Chapter 378 - 2: Palace Coup, the Death of Yang Jian

These traits may seem ordinary at first glance.

But when Yang Guang deliberately highlights them, they become noticeably different.

And the courtiers naturally choose to favor the better-performing Yang Guang.

The decree spread instantly.

— Depose the Crown Prince!

This event would be like a bolt out of the blue in any dynasty.

In a feudal monarchy, the Crown Prince has always been considered the foundation of the nation.

The replacement of this foundation will always cause a stir in both the court and the public.

Court officials repeatedly submitted petitions.

Even members of the Gu Clan stepped forward, attempting to persuade Yang Jian.

Gu Zhe now serves as the Minister of Personnel, currently the most illustrious member of the Gu Clan in the court.

Although the Gu Clan is no longer what it once was.

Yang Jian still trusts the integrity of the Gu Clan’s offspring, and after some observation, he promoted Gu Zhe to the position of Minister of Personnel.

Gu Zhe is well aware of the court’s internal strife.

Even Yang Guang has tried multiple times to win him over.

But Gu Zhe has always adhered to the Gu Clan’s principles, unwilling to involve himself in power struggles for the throne.

And the most crucial point is—

Perhaps it is due to Gu Yu’s previous assessment of Yang Guang.

He is very sensitive to Yang Guang’s every action.

Initially, he did not pay much attention, but as matters escalated, he gradually realized the depths of Yang Guang’s scheming mind.

Yang Guang was entirely catering to Yang Jian and Dugu Jialuo!

How could he remain silent?

But for someone like Yang Jian, once a decision is made, it is impossible to easily change his mind.

Not to mention—

Almost all the senior officials in the court currently support Yang Guang!

The matter was definitively settled.

In the 20th year of the Kaihuang era;

Yang Jian formally decreed, deposing Yang Yong from the position of Crown Prince, demoting him to a commoner, and appointing King Jin, Yang Guang, as the new Crown Prince.

News spread, causing an uproar both in court and among the public!

....

Daxing Hall.

Yang Yong staggered from outside the palace, a look of disbelief on his face, heading straight to storm into the hall.

"Big brother!"

At this moment, Yang Guang, with a cheerful demeanor, blocked his path: "What is my big brother doing?"

Seeing no one around.

Yang Guang’s face revealed a hint of a shadowy smile, looking disdainfully at the stunned Yang Yong: "Mere commoner, where did you get the nerve to intrude into Daxing Hall?"

"You!"

Yang Yong’s expression changed drastically, anger immediately flooding his face.

His body trembled uncontrollably, glaring intently at Yang Guang, "You vile man, I want to see Father! I must see Father!"

Yang Yong shouted in agitation, rushing directly at Yang Guang.

But he ultimately could not surpass Yang Guang.

Whether in cunning or physical strength.

He was no match for Yang Guang.

Yang Guang easily held him back, his expression of disdain growing even more intense.

"Mere commoner, daring to trespass Daxing Hall."

"Today, as the Crown Prince, I will spare you this once, for the sake of our brotherhood."

He waved his hand, instructing the surrounding guards to step forward, a flicker of murderous intent in his eyes: "If you do not leave, seize him at once!"

Saying this, he no longer looked at Yang Yong.

He strode directly into the hall.

Under the sunshine.

His vibrant red Crown Prince attire was so dazzling, in stark contrast to the plain garments he usually wore.

Yang Yong’s body trembled uncontrollably.

His eyes reddened, overwhelmed with regret and grievance.

He could not understand.

So many people said his sins did not warrant such punishment, why was Yang Jian so ruthless to demote him to a commoner?

The more he thought about it, the more aggrieved he felt.

In the next moment, heedless of what others thought, he clambered up a nearby tree, weeping and loudly crying out: "Father! Father!!!"

He had to see Yang Jian.

Though his deposition was inevitable, his heart needed to find peace.

His cries eventually reached within the palace.

Clad in a dragon robe, Yang Jian stepped out from the hall, just catching sight of the expressionless Yang Guang.

Yang Jian surveyed the scene outside the hall, frowning: "What is going on outside the hall? What does this rebellious son want?"

"Father!"

Yang Guang quickly responded, showing a sorrowful expression, immediately kneeling down: "Big brother...big brother seems to have lost his mind."

"He even tried to intrude into Daxing Hall and climbed up a tree."

He discreetly signaled to Yang Su, who stood beside Yang Jian.

Yang Su instantly understood and promptly spoke: "Your Majesty, Yang Yong has already lost his mind, possessed by evil spirits, and his soul cannot be retrieved."

"Otherwise, how could he do such absurd things?"

Hearing this, Yang Jian sighed, thinking that as father and son, it could have been resolved with a petition. Why did it come to this? He shook his head helplessly.

Then he waved his hand: "Guang’er, have someone drive this rebel out of the palace."

"Understood, Father."

Yang Guang lowered his head and quickly agreed.

The major matter was conclusively settled.

No matter how unwilling Yang Yong was, he lost all means of resistance.

He could neither see Yang Jian nor Dugu Jialuo.

All paths were blocked by Yang Guang.

The most crucial point is—

Yang Yong was truly unfit to be a Crown Prince.

After he was driven out of the Imperial Palace, Gu Zhe sent someone to secretly meet him, trying to draw him to Julu.

But unfortunately, Yang Yong refused.

He still harbored a naive hope in his heart, hoping that one day Yang Jian would change his mind and summon him back to the palace.

It was as if it was destined.

In fact, Gu Zhe’s action was beyond Gu Yi’s expectations.

This was one of the few variables.

But Yang Yong’s character was inherently destined for his downfall.