Old King Xiyan stared into Xiaoyao's little face, approval gradually dawning in his eyes. After a moment of silence, he sighed and said:
"Ah! Back then, I truly placed high hopes on Cang Xuan, which is why I chose to abdicate and hand the throne over to him. Both your Royal Father and I hoped he would become a fine sovereign, capable of bringing a prosperous and harmonious life to the people of the world. Perhaps in your heart, you have always thought that I was lurking in the background, reaping the profits without doing the work. I won't deny that when I stepped down for Cang Xuan, I didn't completely relinquish all power. But Xiaoyao, your Grandfather is old. If Cang Xuan could truly become an illustrious monarch for the ages, what would be wrong with your Royal Father and me enjoying some peace and comfort?"
"Yet, Grandfather, aren't you being too wishful? Who can guarantee he would definitely be an illustrious monarch for the ages?"
Chapter 283