huáng​páo​jiā​shēn

drafted

黄袍加身 (黃袍加身) huáng​páo​jiā​shēn
drafted
to be pushed or acclaimed into a position of leadership or responsibility by others, often unexpectedly
enthroned expression
to be proclaimed emperor, historically referring to the act of being draped in a yellow robe by supporters to signify taking the crown

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