When the citizens of Xiyun learned that Emperor Su Haoyu, the Retired Emperor, had passed away, they poured out of their homes.
Standing by their doorsteps, the commoners mournfully knelt in the direction of the Imperial Palace, crying and bidding farewell to Su Haoyu: "The mortal realm has lost Emperor Haoyu, while the heavens gain another Ziwei Star. Retired Emperor, may your journey be smooth."
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Although Xiao Changyi was Su Haoyu's adopted son, he was conferred the title of Prince and granted the royal surname. After his death, he would be eligible for burial in the imperial mausoleum. In essence, Xiao Changyi had been formally recognized as Su Haoyu's successor, able to wear mourning garments and perform funeral rites for him.
At this moment, Xiao Changyi was kneeling in front of the spirit hall, clad in mourning attire, keeping vigil for Su Haoyu.
