At the hour of Mao, the bells rang out, and the civil and military officials entered the Imperial Court in single file. His Majesty suddenly passed away, and the event was unexpected. Many matters had not yet been resolved and needed to be discussed and decided upon by all the Ministers together. Therefore, by consensus of all officials, it was decided that every day at the usual time of going to court, they would gather in the Imperial Court to discuss matters concerning His Majesty's passing.
As the Ministers lined up to enter the Imperial Court and were about to start discussing affairs, the King of Guangling suddenly spoke out loudly, "Esteemed Officials, as the saying goes, 'A nation cannot be without its ruler for a single day.' I believe that since His Majesty has passed away, it would be better to have the Prince ascend to the throne as soon as possible to stabilize our Great Jin Nation and comfort His Majesty's spirit in heaven. What do you all think?"
