In the tenth year of the Emperor's reign, the Emperor issued an edict to the world, enumerating the many crimes committed by the King of the Western Jin Dynasty, and deposing him from the position of vassal king. The King of the Western Jin Dynasty refused to accept it, and gathered his troops that month to seek independence. However, the King of Northern Xinjiang and King Jiang Luo of Han jointly attacked him, and a great war broke out. It lasted less than a month, and the king of the Western Jin Dynasty was captured.
This incident caused great turmoil in the world, and Dajing had not experienced such civil strife for a long time.
However, the emperor's actions did not stop.
In the eleventh year of the Emperor's reign, the emperor once again deposed two major vassal kings, causing turmoil in all states in the world. Although the emperor took responsibility for his crimes, many people thought it was just an excuse. One of the vassal kings was deeply loved by the people in the local area, and the emperor's actions caused a Not a small public complaint.
In the second half of the year, the houses of the Qifang family were confiscated, involving martial arts families and merchant families.
In early January of the twelfth year of the Emperor of the Earth, the emperor was assassinated. Although the murderer was caught and the real culprit was revealed, the emperor also recovered from his injuries for several months. The family who assassinated him was implicated in nine clans, and the heads were said to be piled up outside the city. into mountains.
This year, Jiang Changsheng was exactly three hundred years old.
Bai Qiyin already knew Jiang Changsheng's true identity, so he called everyone to celebrate Daozu's birthday. His lifespan was easy to remember. He was as old as the founding of Dajing. It happened that the emperor was preparing for the 300th anniversary.
Jiang Changsheng never celebrated his birthday, but Bai Qi brought Mu Linluo with him. Mu Linluo was very enthusiastic, so he had no choice but to give in.
Although it was a birthday, there was actually no big deal. In the yard, Chen Li also came, and it was Bai Qi who called him. Seeing him bring a lot of wine and food, Bai Qi burst into laughter.
Qing'er also came, making the courtyard very lively.
After some banquets, Chen Li talked about what happened in the court. He said with emotion: "After your Majesty got the support of the King of Northern Xinjiang and the King of Han, he became more and more unscrupulous. I am afraid this butcher knife will not be able to stop."
Ji Wujun said: "Isn't this a good thing?"
Bai Zun is not here, but Ji Wujun, Ye Xundi, and Sword God are very interested in the affairs of the court, so they can chat together.
Chen Li shook his head and said: "Such brutality will definitely bring the vassal kings and clans together. The emperor's assassination is a sign. Moreover, the emperor adheres to Taizong's legacy and does not dare to kill the vassal kings. He just removes them. The vassal kings hold grudges. They will definitely wait for an opportunity to retaliate, and if this continues, the world will be in chaos."
"It's all the fault of the previous emperor who had to move the capital. If it were in the capital, how could such a thing happen?" Ye Xundi shook his head.
Everyone responded, not because of flattery, but as a matter of fact, with the protection of Dao Ancestor, who would dare to assassinate the emperor?
Chen Li looked at Jiang Changsheng and said: "Taozu, you must not take action. Dajing needs a big change. It just so happens that the world also needs to understand your importance to Dajing. Maybe within a few decades, Dajing people will It’s hard, but it can also buy you three hundred years of prosperity.”
Jiang Changsheng did not answer, he was also thinking about this question.
The problem of the country is indeed not that he can just change the emperor and treat the symptoms rather than the root cause.
At the same time, he also had some expectations in his heart.
Will future emperors be able to turn the tide?
Since Jiang Che, the world's evaluation of the emperor has become worse and worse, including the people in the courtyard. He seems not to care, but he is actually a little uncomfortable in his heart. After all, he is his descendant.
"Only great chaos can give the great scene a new look, and new laws can force out the true dragon emperor."
When Chen Li said this, he showed a look of expectation.
Bai Qi smiled and said: "Then let's make a bet. Can we force out the real dragon emperor?"
Ye Xundi said: "Then I bet you can!"
Bai Qi's face fell.
"Then let's bet on how many years it will take!"
"I bet within fifty years."
"I bet for thirty years, isn't that the little emperor's grandson who mourns his destiny?"
"Even if he has a great destiny, he will have to wait a long time if he wants to ascend the throne, right?"
Everyone was attracted by the topic raised by Bai Qi and placed bets one after another.
Mu Lingluo noticed that Jiang Changsheng had been drinking, and felt that he was not as calm as he looked.
After his birthday, as night fell, Jiang Changsheng returned to Zixiao Palace to practice, and Mu Lingluo followed.
After Mu Lingluo sat down, he asked, "Brother Changsheng, can't you bear it?"
Jiang Changsheng said: "One thing, but I do understand what Chen Li said makes sense. Although I am strong and can suppress everyone in the great scene, I am not the emperor. It will take time to change the great scene."
Mu Lingluo grabbed his hand and said: "Actually, you don't have to worry too much. I know that you are not only worried about the descendants of the Jiang family, but also the people who believe in you. In fact, anyone who believes in you will rely on you." The masters who travel around the world are no longer common people. Even if chaos comes, they still have the ability to protect themselves."
"As for the ordinary people, if you want to benefit them, it is not you who rely on it, but the emperor, the officials in various places, and the government of the entire Dajing. Now it seems peaceful, but in fact the people are suffering, and the gap caused by martial arts is getting bigger and bigger. The common people have become tools for the warriors, and you cannot change this. You can never create wealth so that everyone can have enough food and clothing."
Jiang Changsheng shook his head slightly, he understood the truth, but he didn't have that much kindness for a woman.
He sighed: "So far, he hasn't come to see me."
"he?"
Mu Lingluo was stunned for a moment, and then suddenly realized what Jiang Changsheng really cared about.
Jiang Changsheng said: "Human beings are a kind of contradictory existence. This is also the process of condensing the Taoist heart. You don't have to comfort me. On the contrary, it is this kind of contradiction that can bring me more insights."
He is not talking nonsense. Recently, his understanding of the world has become deeper and deeper, and his understanding of Tao has become deeper and deeper. There is no correct Tao, only the one that suits him.
Now, he is no longer in the stage of accumulating mana, but is instead comprehending his own Tao and allowing his soul to transcend the Five Elements and the Three Realms. Only in this way can he truly become a free and easy immortal.
Mu Lingluo nodded and said with a smile: "When brother Changsheng returns to the realm of immortals, he may be able to bring a difference to this world and bring greater hope."
Not only her, but everyone around her thought that he was a god descending to earth to experience the world of mortals.
In fact, Jiang Changsheng is only pursuing the immortal way. Of course, the essence of the two is that they reach the same goal through different paths.
Jiang Changsheng pinched her face and then concentrated on practicing.
…
In the thirteenth year of the Earthly Emperor's reign, in Shuntian City, in the imperial palace.
"puff--"
Jiang Han, who was lying on the dragon bed, spit out a blood arrow, frightening the palace maids to pale, and the queen became even more anxious and quickly called the imperial doctor.
Jiang Han did not practice martial arts after he ascended the throne, so his level was not high. The assassination last year caused him serious injuries, and his health was getting worse day by day.
"Passed...to the Crown Prince..."
Jiang Han said with difficulty, his face turned pale and very uncomfortable.
When the queen heard this, she immediately ordered people to go find the prince.
Not long after, the imperial doctor came and used acupuncture to stabilize the emperor's energy and blood.
When the prince arrived, Jiang Han drove everyone else out, leaving only the father and son in the palace.
"Father, please stop working so hard and take care of yourself." The prince complained.
Over the years, many officials and vassal kings have asked him for help. No one knows when the emperor's sword will fall on their head, but he has no real power, which makes him very anxious.
Jiang Han looked at his son, his eyes filled with helplessness.
This son has absolutely no talent for being a wise king, but he has no choice.
Jiang Han took a deep breath and said: "I called you here today to tell you the biggest secret of the Jiang family, which is related to your future imperial power."
Hearing this, the prince sat upright with a look of curiosity on his face.
Jiang Han spoke slowly, and the prince soon showed a look of shock, which then turned into ecstasy!
The Taoist ancestor he admires the most is actually his ancestor!
No wonder Daozu has been protecting Da Jing!
I see!
The whole world is praising the master-disciple relationship between Daozu and Taizong, but many people are confused and even think that Daozu has ulterior motives.
It turns out that he is protecting the country of his descendants!
Seeing his excited look, Jiang Han became angry and said in a deep voice: "Put your mind away. Unless the country is about to be shattered, you must not disturb the ancestors' cultivation. Besides, can't the descendants of the Jiang family suppress the world on their own?"
The prince said dissatisfied: "Daozu is our ancestor, and he is also a member of the Jiang family."
Jiang Han sighed and said: "It's different. Daozu has no intention of controlling the country. He only focuses on cultivating Taoism on the mountain. Don't place your hope on him forever. Think about the previous battle with the Qiangliang clan. If Daozu cares about the great scene, why not directly Do you have to wait for millions of soldiers to die before taking action? That's because Daozu's heart is not in the country at all, and the reason why he takes action is just because Da Jing is too weak and cannot withstand the strength of the Qiangliang clan."
"But how much patience can such a great scene make Daozu? An immortal who is not greedy for imperial power or fame and fortune cannot help Dajing forever. Moreover, Daozu's power has also laid many hidden dangers for Daozu. Once Daozu leaves, , how does the Jiang family suppress aristocratic families, sects and foreign races?"
"You must rely on yourself... You must do the same, and Xuan Nian must do the same... Don't let our ancestors look down on us, and don't let the world think that the Jiang family can only rely on Dao Ancestor..."
The more he talked, the more excited he became, and he began to cough.
The prince was touched. He had also heard such remarks. In the past, he didn't care, but worshiped the immortal way of Taozu. But today, after hearing his father's words, his mentality began to change.
yes.
Without Daozu, can the Jiang family stabilize the world?
Jiang Han gritted his teeth and said: "I have killed so many people just because I don't want to give you a way out. You must give up your delusions, be the emperor well, and shoulder the responsibilities of the emperor. If you continue to indulge in the illusory immortality, sooner or later those aristocratic families and vassal kings will kill you." The knife is put on your neck, do you understand?”
The prince was silent and frowned.
"I have pampered you for so many years, and you should learn to be the emperor. I will help you for another three years at most, and then it will be up to you. Even if you are not doing it for yourself, you must also think about Xuan Nian and Xuan Zhen. If someone overthrows you They all have to die for the throne, so don’t ask Dao Ancestor for help, because if you have no merit and only know how to enjoy yourself, he may change you to another emperor.”
"Either you make some great achievements, or your lineage is wiped out. You should think about it carefully."
Hearing Jiang Han mention Jiang Xuannian and Jiang Xuanzhen, the prince couldn't keep calm at all.
He took a deep breath, looked at Jiang Han, and said: "Father, I will not let you down, let alone Dao Ancestor's expectations. Don't worry, I will definitely make Da Jing better!"
It’s New Year’s Eve soon!
(End of chapter)
