"Since you have no objections, I will send envoy Zhang Shen to meet with King Yan to discuss this matter."
"Wei Chen obeys the order!"
Zhang Yantong immediately bowed and said.
"Anything else to start with?"
Sima Ke said calmly.
The ministers in the palace remained silent.
"In that case, Princess Huang...retreat from the court?"
Sima Ke looked at Princess Pingyang who was sitting down and asked.
"Retreat from the court."
Princess Pingyang stood up and walked down the steps with a normal expression.
"Retreat from the court~~"
A little eunuch pinched his throat and said loudly.
"I'll take my leave."
"I'll take my leave..."
This day was also called the official end of the Jin Dynasty by later generations.
On the top of the stargazing building, Sima Yuande watched this scene quietly, feeling neither sadness nor joy. There was not much sentimentality, just some inexplicable feelings.
The establishment of the Jin Dynasty and the unification of the Central Plains have finally come to an end.
He raised his head and looked into the void. The rules were still becoming clearer. It was as if he could see the looming Tianmen existing here, and his eyes were full of desire.
Ascend to the fairyland!
Everything he did was to ascend to the Immortal Realm and live forever.
Beside him, Taoist Fengyuan in Taoist robes slowly appeared and said in a deep voice:
"The Yan army is coming too fast. If Chen Yuan takes action now, you alone cannot stop him."
"Where is the Buddha?"
"When the Immortal Realm comes, it's the same whether the Buddha takes action or not. So he didn't come, and I don't know what his plans are." Taoist Fengyuan's eyes flashed and he said softly.
"It doesn't matter if you come or not. Without the help of the Buddha, I can still open the Immortal Gate in advance." Sima Yuande snorted. There was no big grudge between him and the Buddha, but there was some personal grudge.
When the Lingshan Buddhist sect took action in the battle to destroy the Great Chu, strong men also appeared in the Immortal Realm, who were also members of the Buddhist sect. There was an additional condition for their action.
That is to allow Buddhism to spread throughout the Central Plains and become the state religion.
Later, he did open the door of convenience, allowing Buddhism to appear in the Central Plains and establish sects, and promised the position of national master to the Bodhisattva in Lingshan, but that was all.
Later, the imperial court began to deliberately restrict Buddhism, which led to mistakes in Buddhism's preaching in the Central Plains. Buddhism was only established in Zhongzhou, Yunzhou, Yangzhou, Qingzhou and other places, and all other areas were resisted.
As for the reason, it's not that he doesn't like Buddhism, it's just that there are factions in the Immortal Realm, and he can't completely vote for one party, lest he be completely offended.
At the beginning, there were other powerful people in the Immortal Realm who instructed him not to allow Buddhism to become powerful in the Central Plains.
Therefore, there is the so-called personal grudge.
"National destiny?"
Taoist Fengyuan raised his eyebrows.
"No matter how the Great Jin Dynasty declined, it still stood for more than two hundred years. It still has some foundation. The remaining national fortunes are enough to accelerate the manifestation of the Immortal Realm.
Forcibly advance the time for the arrival of the fairyland.
If Chen Yuan takes action now, he will only die! "
"Haha, that poor Taoist can rest assured." Taoist Fengyuan smiled lightly and moved his eyes slightly.
...
...
Outside the city of Shenjing, the Yan army camped.
In the central tent, Taoist Tianxu, Taoist Lingxu, Taoist Chongxu, Chen Huaiyi, Monk Xuyan, Zhao Danqing, Li Suqing, Feng Jiuge, Yang Huatian and many other Yang Shen True Monarchs are listed here.
Jiang He held the Zhuxian Sword in his hand and remained silent, while Chen Yuan sat in the upper room, listening carefully to some of Chen Huaiyi's arrangements, nodding from time to time.
As for Moro, Ancestor Su Ming, Ye Xiangnan, Lao Tianshi and others, they were not in the account.
"Yes, I can rest assured that the army will be handed over to my uncle."
As the former young master of the Chen family army, Chen Huaiyi knew much more about military formations than Chen Yuan and was very close to him. When Chu Changfeng was stationed at Nanguan, he had no escape.
With him as the deputy commander-in-chief of the armed forces, he can rest assured that he will be in charge of everything.
"I wonder when King Yan is going to take action?"
Taoist Tianxu asked with a smile.
Taoist Lingxu was also very concerned.
Among the major immortal sects, Shushan has undoubtedly given the greatest support and sacrifice to Chen Yuan. Now that it is finally time to harvest, how can they not be excited?
Although they know about the Immortal Realm, they don't know the specific situation, such as... it is coming soon, otherwise the joy on their faces may turn into solemnity.
"Of course..."
Before Chen Yuan could finish his words, an announcement came from outside.
"Reporting to the King of Yan, Zhang Yantong, the envoy of the Jin Dynasty's imperial court and the divine envoy of the Xuntian Division, is asking for an audience."
"Uncle Zhang, please come in."
"yes."
Within a moment, Zhang Yantong, who was wearing the robe of a patrol officer, entered the tent, and then he felt a terrifying pressure coming out of his face.
True Lord Yangshen!
True Lord Yangshen!
Zhang Yantong shrank and was horrified. Not one of the people in the big tent was below the realm of the Yang God. It was simply terrifying. Fortunately, he was one of his own.
"I've met King Yan!"
Zhang Yantong looked at the young man above him and bowed down.
But before his body could bend down, there was an invisible force holding him up. Chen Yuan flashed and appeared in front of him in an instant. He held Zhang Yantong with both hands and said with a smile:
"Uncle, we are all our own people, so there is no need to be polite."
"Thank you, King Yan."
"Haha, how are you doing, Uncle Zhang?"
Chen Yuan asked with a smile.
"With the Yan army on the outside to contain it and Princess Pingyang on the inside, Zhang is doing pretty well."
"Haha, I'll be relieved then. Wanshu asked me specifically before."
"How is Wanshu...how is she?"
"Uncle, don't worry. Wanshu is in Shuzhou City, safe and sound, and is waiting for my triumphant return."
"That's good, that's good..."
Zhang Yantong said quickly.
In front of Chen Yuan, he now didn't dare to show off to his old boss or father-in-law.
"What's going on in the city?"
Chen Yuan sat back down and asked casually.
"His Royal Highness Pingyang asked me to inform King Yan that the city of Shenjing has now been cleared, and all those who disobeyed are either dead or imprisoned, and no one has dared to resist.
Sima Ke held a meeting today and asked Zhang to come as an envoy to inform King Yan that he could surrender the city at any time, as long as he gave the order. "
Chen Yuan raised his eyebrows, a little surprised.
After Sima Yuande showed up before, he said he would be waiting for him in the capital. He thought he could control everything with his methods, but he didn't expect that he really didn't care about anything.
He didn't even stop his descendants from offering the city, which was beyond his expectation.
"Okay, since your majesty has such kind thoughts, I will naturally not refuse. At noon tomorrow, let your majesty go out of the city, present the jade seal dragon robe, and tell the world."
Although he was doubting Sima Yuande's methods in his heart, he did not show it openly.
If the other party didn't show up, there must be some plan.
However, he is not afraid.
"Yes, I will go back immediately and report to His Highness Pingyang to prepare for this matter."
"Uncle, thank you for your hard work."
"Don't dare, don't dare..."
...
After the friendly talks between King Yan and the envoy Zhang Yantong were reported back to the capital, it caused quite a shock. At the same time, many people breathed a sigh of relief. They were really worried that Chen Yuan would not agree.
If we must put an end to the tyranny of the fatuous king, we must also kill them, the nobles of the former dynasty.
When the news reached Princess Pingyang, she quickly issued many orders, asking all the city guards to disarm and stand by, and no one was allowed to take action without permission.
Violators are from the Yi tribe.
As if they had rehearsed it many times, all the soldiers in the capital obeyed the orders issued by the superiors without any complaints.
The fall of the Jin Dynasty was a foregone conclusion. Even the emperor wanted to surrender. Who would be willing to fight to the death?
Within the harem.
It was quite cold. All the eunuchs and maids were working carefully, waiting for tomorrow's trial. They only hoped that the legendary King Yan could spare the lives of their slaves.
Cining Palace.
Since Sima Ke ascended the throne, the former Chunhua Palace was no longer suitable for the Queen Mother to live in, so it was naturally changed to the place where the Queen Mother lived, which is the Cining Palace.
After retreating to the left and right, Sima Ke, who was dressed in ordinary clothes, once again saw his mother Yang Huanyu. Ever since Chen Yuan became more and more powerful, he had been running here from time to time.
After I once had some thoughts that I shouldn't have, I asked my mother for help, but she scolded me and said that everything was under the control of the eldest princess Pingyang and not to have other thoughts.
Coupled with several scoldings from Pingyang, he finally came up with the idea.
"Buzz...."
There was a burst of vocal music in the palace. It was Empress Dowager Yang playing the guzheng. Those who could enter the palace were all first-class women from aristocratic families. They were good at playing music, chess, calligraphy and painting, and she was no exception.
There was even a hint of joy in this voice, which was completely different from the Jin Dynasty that was about to be destroyed now. It seemed to be celebrating.
"Mother."
When the song was over, Sima Ke bowed down.
The beautiful woman in a pale red robe and palace attire slowly raised her head, revealing an extremely delicate face. Even though she was over forty years old, there were not many traces of time left on her face.
Even after Sima Ke became emperor, the former Concubine Yang and the current Empress Dowager Yang looked younger and younger. At first glance, she was only in her thirties.
It's the age of maturity.
"The emperor is here."
Empress Dowager Yang retracted her jade finger and waved it casually, signaling all the maids waiting around her to get down. In a blink of an eye, only mother and son were left in the palace.
"Mother, tomorrow... I will abdicate."
Sima Ke whispered.
"What, you can't bear to part with it?"
"No, it's not... My son's ability to sit in this position depends entirely on the support of King Yan. He naturally knows what to do and what not to do. I'm just a little worried about whether he will..."
To be honest, Sima Ke is actually a little confused.
The source of the entanglement came from the last time he met Emperor Taizu. He told himself that as long as he opened his mind and let him take away the destiny of the country, he told himself.
The Jin Dynasty was even able to maintain it.
But that would inevitably lead to a fight to the death with Chen Yuan. Therefore, he was very torn. Today he thought about surrendering and seeking a stable and wealthy life, but tomorrow he thought about resisting and continuing to be emperor.
These thoughts, as the time drew closer and closer, made him more entangled.
"You know what kind of character Chen Yuan is. As long as you are safe and sound, I will not make things difficult for you, and will even use you as a memorial to show to the world.
More..." Queen Mother Yang's cheeks turned slightly red and she said softly:
"There is also some affection between the queen and him. Not only does she regard you as her own son, but she also has some connections. It is not an exaggeration to say that she is a fake father. It is impossible for her to take action against you."
"My child, my child is just..."
Empress Dowager Yang seemed to notice something was wrong in the emperor's expression, and frowned slightly:
"Ke'er, do you want to do something?"
Sima Ke gritted his teeth and whispered:
"Queen Mother, you said that if there is an opportunity to allow the child to continue to be the emperor, would you like to make a bet for this great Jin Dynasty?"
Queen Mother Yang's expression changed:
"Did someone say something to you?"
"Yes, there is... someone came to me and promised that as long as I help him once, I can completely keep Chen Yuan here. Even if the world is in chaos, there will still be a place for the Sima family."
"Now that the power of the imperial court is in Pingyang's hands, how can I help you?"
"This, my child...can't be said."
"So, what's your decision?"
"The kid doesn't know."
Queen Mother Yang stood up, dragged her long skirt, slowly came to Sima Ke's side, looked directly into his eyes, and said in a deep voice:
"Ke'er."
"My son is here."
"Although the Queen Mother lives in a deep palace, she is not ignorant of the outside world. Now Chen Yuan has millions of soldiers, and almost all the thirteen states in the Central Plains are under his control.
He is also known as the first person in history, and only Taizu of Chu thousands of years ago can compare with him. Do you think you can compete with such a being?
If you are honest, have the face of a mother, and your honor as an emperor, Chen Yuan will not take action against you, and can promise you a lifetime of wealth, but if you are temporarily carried away.
If you have to go against him at this time, the Queen Mother will not be able to save you. Not only that, you will also implicate the Queen Mother, Pingyang, and everyone.
Throughout the life of Chen Yuan, King of Yan, he never suffered a defeat and survived many dangers of life and death. The late emperor was a genius and sacrificed the blood of millions of people, so that Xiang Qianqiu gained the Xiang family's thousand-year accumulation.
It is said that Chen Yuan has become an immortal, and he has repeatedly tried to kill Chen Yuan, but to no avail. What do you think... Who can you compare to? Are you really absolutely sure that you can send Chen Yuan on his way..."
Empress Dowager Yang's voice kept echoing in Sima Ke's mind, and his eyes looked a little frustrated. Indeed, he did not have the qualifications to compare with the late emperor and Xiang Qianqiu.
"Mother..."
"Also, since the man who came to you swore that he could completely kill Chen Yuan, why didn't he go to the late emperor? Why didn't he show up when he was fighting for the throne?
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Don't you think about it? "
Sima Ke's expression suddenly changed, and his eyes narrowed slightly.
Yes, why?
Why didn't Taizu show up to help his father long ago?
Can a secluded sleep be explained?
Why did he sit back and watch the Jin Dynasty deteriorate? Is there a pitfall in this?
"My child understands."
Sima Ke let out a long breath and his eyes gradually became firm.
"As long as you know."
"My son, please retire and prepare to abdicate immediately."
"Go ahead."
Empress Dowager Yang looked at Sima Ke's retreating figure, and Chen Yuan's face gradually appeared in her mind. She couldn't help but shrink her eyes, her cheeks turned red... She felt empty inside for a long time.
Urgent need to fill it up with blazing heat.
...
The next day, the sky was clear.
Chen Yuan was dressed in a black python robe and stood in front of the army. His crown was shining brightly in the sunlight. Countless people cast their gazes on him, their eyes full of awe.
The news of the imperial court's surrender has spread throughout the country, and everyone is aware of it, and the King of Yan is finally going to reach the supreme position of the Ninth Five-Year Plan.
He will become the most noble person in the world.
The Constitution of Heaven is in the mouth, and the law is followed when spoken.
This is the emperor, the emperor who holds great power.
Chen Yuanyuan looked at the majestic Shenjing City and felt quite a bit in his heart. It had been exactly three years since he woke up in this world. He had gone from being a police officer in a small Ping'an County, narrowly escaped death, and finally reached this point.
It is impossible to say that there are no feelings.
A spontaneous sense of accomplishment filled my heart.
Soon, soon....
Of course, the arrival of the Immortal Realm... seems to be coming soon.
Chen Yuan raised his head and looked into the void. Only immortals who understand the rules can realize that the changes in the world are becoming clearer and clearer, and the immortal realm is about to face it.
In fact, the Immortal Realm may even appear in the next moment.
Huge pressure will also completely fall on him. Now... all he can count on is that apart from the immortals gathered around him, there is only one Chu Taizu.
He fell a thousand years ago and merged with the world a thousand years later to leave a mark, and his momentum was extremely terrifying. He obviously left behind a backhand. It was a pity that although he could activate the mark with the God-killing Spear, he could not communicate with it.
Otherwise, you will be more confident.
Now, everything is his inference, and he doesn't know what the backhand is.
It has never been Chen Yuan's style to place half of his hopes on the hands left by his predecessors. It's just that... there is really no way. When this fairyland comes, it is not his decision.
Otherwise, he would not take action against Zhongzhou now.
There is no other way but to gather all the power that can be gathered and fight to the death.
The Immortal Realm is not an invincible opponent. The fact that Taizu Chu could do it back then proves this. He is just a stronger force. This is his own opinion.
"winter!"
"winter!"
"winter!"
....
"winter...."
It was noon, and twelve bells suddenly rang in the capital, spreading throughout the world.
The gate of the capital opened, and the familiar Sima Ke was now dressed in white plain clothes, with long hair disheveled, and a slightly sad expression. He was holding a tray in his hand, which contained the jade seal ordered by heaven.
The two eunuchs beside him, also holding dragon robes and crowns, followed on both sides.
After that, there was a group of civil and military officials dressed in plain clothes.
Led by Sima Ke, they walked out of the city gate and slowly came to Chen Yuan. The two sides looked at each other. Sima Ke quickly lowered his head and said in a deep voice:
"He who has no virtue or talent and steals the throne is not allowed by God. King Yan has developed martial virtues and unparalleled talents. He defends the land and opens up borders for our human race, protects the people, and possesses both political integrity and talent...
Today, I only hope that King Yan will be kind and not harm the people of the capital. From now on, I am willing to submit to the King of Yan, surrender the city, and ask for the King of Yan's permission. "
"Please give me permission from King Yan!"
All the civil and military officials knelt down and said in unison.
Sima Ke raised the jade seal, bowed his head and said nothing.
Chen Yuan picked up the jade seal with a normal expression, looked at it, and said with a smile:
"allow!"
"Greetings to King Yan!"
"Long live King Yan!"
"Long live!
! "
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