Chapter 302: The True Dragon Emperor, No Way Out
In the tenth year of Dihuang, the emperor issued a public edict to the world, listing the many crimes of the King of Western Jin and removing him from his position as a vassal king. The King of Western Jin refused to accept this and gathered troops that month to seek independence. He was jointly attacked by the King of Beijiang and the King of Han, Jiang Luo. The war lasted less than a month and the King of Western Jin was captured.
This incident caused a huge disturbance in the country. Dajing had not seen such internal strife for a long time.
However, the emperor did not stop.
In the eleventh year of Dihuang, the emperor once again dismissed two vassal kings, causing unrest in all states of the world. Although the emperor blamed them, many people felt that this was just an excuse. One of the vassal kings was deeply loved by the local people, and the emperor's move caused considerable public resentment.
In the second half of the year, seven aristocratic families were raided, including martial arts families and merchant families.
In the twelfth year of Dihuang, at the beginning of January, the emperor was assassinated. Although the murderer was caught and the real culprit behind the assassination was revealed, the emperor had to recuperate for several months. The family that assassinated him was implicated, and it was said that the heads of the people were piled up like a mountain outside the city.
This year, Jiang Changsheng was exactly three hundred years old.
Bai Qi already knew Jiang Changsheng's true identity, so he asked everyone to celebrate the birthday of Daozu. His life span was easy to remember, and he would be as old as the year Dajing was founded. It just so happened that the emperor was preparing for the 300th anniversary celebration.
Jiang Changsheng never celebrated his birthday, but Bai Qi brought Mu Lingluo with him. Mu Lingluo was very enthusiastic, so he could only accommodate him.
Although it was a birthday, there was actually no big celebration. In the yard, Chen Li also came. He was also invited by Bai Qi. When Bai Qi saw that he brought a lot of fine wine and delicious food, his face was full of smiles.
Qing'er also came, making the courtyard very lively.
After a round of toasts, Chen Li talked about what happened in the court. He said with emotion, "After receiving the support of the King of Northern Frontier and the King of Han, Your Majesty has become even more unscrupulous. I'm afraid you won't be able to stop killing people."
Ji Wujun said: "Isn't this a good thing?"
Bai Zun was not there, but Ji Wujun, Ye Xundi and Jian Shen were very interested in court affairs and they were able to chat together.
Chen Li shook his head and said, "Such brutality will certainly bring the princes and the nobles together. The assassination of the emperor is a sign. Moreover, the emperor abides by Taizong's will and dares not kill the princes, but only dismisses them. The princes will bear grudges and will surely wait for an opportunity to retaliate. If this continues, the world will surely be in chaos."
"It's all the fault of the previous emperor who insisted on moving the capital. If it was in the capital, such a thing would never have happened." Ye Xundi shook his head.
Everyone followed suit, not to flatter, but because it was the truth. With the Daozu's protection, who would dare to assassinate the emperor?
Chen Li looked at Jiang Changsheng and said, "Daozu, please don't take action. Dajing needs a big change. It just so happens that the world also needs to recognize your importance to Dajing. Maybe in the next few decades, the people of Dajing will suffer a lot, but this can also be exchanged for three hundred years of prosperity."
Jiang Changsheng did not answer, he was also thinking about this question.
The problem of the country cannot be solved by simply changing the emperor. It is only a temporary solution and does not address the root cause.
At the same time, he was also somewhat looking forward to it.
Can the emperor of later generations turn the tide?
Since Jiang Che, people's opinion of the emperor has become worse and worse, including the people in the courtyard. Although he seemed not to care, he actually felt a little uncomfortable in his heart. After all, they were his descendants.
"Only great chaos can give Dajing a new look, and new laws can force out the true dragon emperor."
When Chen Li said this, he showed anticipation.
Bai Qi smiled and said, "Then let's make a bet. Can we force out the True Dragon Emperor?"
Ye Xundi said: "Then I bet I can!"
Bai Qi's face fell.
"Then let's bet on how many years it will take!"
"I'll bet on it being within fifty years."
"I bet for thirty years, isn't that the little grandson of the emperor with the fate of mourning the heaven?"
"Even if he has a strong 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 always felt that he was not as calm as he looked.
After the birthday party, as night fell, Jiang Changsheng returned to Zixiao Palace to practice martial arts, and Mu Lingluo followed him.
After Mu Lingluo sat down, he asked, "Brother Changsheng, are you reluctant?"
Jiang Changsheng said: "That's a little bit, but I do understand that what Chen Li said makes sense. Although I am strong and can suppress everyone in Dajing, I am not the emperor. It will take time to change Dajing."
Mu Lingluo grabbed his hand and said, "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 about the people who believe in you. In fact, all those who believe in you are no longer ordinary people because of the unique skills . Even if chaos comes, they have the power to protect themselves."
"As for the common people, if you want to benefit them, it's not you who has to rely on, it's the emperor, the local officials, and the government of the entire Dajing. Now it seems peaceful, but in fact the people are suffering. The gap brought by martial arts is getting bigger and bigger. The people have become tools to serve the martial artists. You can't change this. You can't create wealth and make everyone worry-free."
Jiang Changsheng shook his head slightly. He understood the truth, but he was not so soft-hearted.
He sighed and said, "Until now, he hasn't come to see me."
"he?"
Mu Lingluo was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized. She then understood what Jiang Changsheng really cared about.
Jiang Changsheng said: "Human beings are a kind of contradictory existence. This is also the process of concentrating the heart of Tao. You don't have to comfort me. On the contrary, it is this contradiction that can bring me more insights."
He was not talking nonsense. Recently, his perception of the world has become deeper and deeper, and his understanding of the Tao has also become deeper and deeper. There is no correct Tao, only the one that suits oneself.
Now he is no longer in the stage of accumulating magical powers, but is comprehending his own way and allowing his soul to transcend the Five Elements and the Three Realms. Only then 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 and gods, he may be able to bring something different and greater hope to this world."
Not only her, but everyone around him thought he was an immortal who came down to earth to experience the mortal world.
In fact, Jiang Changsheng is just pursuing the path to immortality. Of course, the essence of the two is the same.
Jiang Changsheng pinched her face and then concentrated on practicing.
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In the thirteenth year of Emperor Dihuang, in Shuntian City, inside the Imperial Palace.
"puff--"
Jiang Han, lying on the dragon couch, spurted out a mouthful of blood, which frightened the palace maids so much that their faces turned pale. The queen became even more anxious and hurriedly called the imperial physician.
Jiang Han did not practice martial arts after ascending the throne, so his level was not very high. Last year's assassination attempt left him seriously injured, and his health is getting worse day by day.
"Tell... the Crown Prince..."
Jiang Han said with difficulty, his face was pale and he looked very uncomfortable.
When the queen heard this, she immediately ordered someone to find the prince.
Not long after, the imperial physician came and used acupuncture to stabilize the emperor's qi and blood.
When the prince arrived, Jiang Han drove everyone else out, leaving .
"Father, please stop working so hard and just focus on recuperating." The prince complained.
Over the years, many officials and princes have sought his help. No one knows when the emperor's knife will fall on their heads, but he has no real power, which makes him extremely anxious.
Jiang Han looked at his son, his eyes full of helplessness.
This boy has absolutely no talent to be a wise ruler, 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. This is related to your future imperial power."
Hearing this, the prince sat up straight 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 admired most turned out to be his own ancestor!
No wonder Daozu has been protecting Dajing!
I see!
The whole world is praising the relationship between Daozu and Taizong as master and disciple, but many people are confused and even think that Daozu has ulterior motives.
It turns out that he was protecting the country for his descendants!
Seeing his excitement, Jiang Han got angry and said in a deep voice: "Put away your thoughts. Unless the country is about to be broken, you must not disturb the ancestors' cultivation. Besides, can't the descendants of the Jiang family suppress the world by themselves?"
The prince was dissatisfied and said, "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 Jiangshan. He is devoted to practicing Taoism in the mountains. Don't pin your hopes on him forever. Think about the previous battle with the Qiangliang tribe. If Daozu cared about Dajing, why didn't he take action directly? Why did he have to wait for millions of soldiers to die before taking action? That's because Daozu's heart is not in Jiangshan at all. The reason he took action is only because Dajing is too weak and can't withstand the strength of the Qiangliang tribe."
"But how much patience can Daozu have for such a Dajing? An immortal who does not covet imperial power, fame and gain cannot help Dajing forever. Moreover, Daozu's strength also lays many hidden dangers for Dajing. Once Daozu leaves, how can the Jiang family suppress the aristocratic families, sects and alien races?"
"You must rely on yourself... You should do this, and Xuannian should do the same... Don't let our ancestors look down on us, don't let the world think that the Jiang family can only rely on Daozu..."
He became more and more excited and started coughing.
The prince was touched, he had also heard such remarks before, but he didn't care about it before, instead he worshipped the Tao Ancestor's immortal way. But after hearing his father's words today, his mentality began to change.
yes.
Without Daozu, can the Jiang family stabilize the world?
Jiang Han gritted his teeth and said, "I killed so many people because I didn't want to give you a way out. You must give up your delusions, be a good emperor, and take on the responsibilities of an emperor. If you continue to indulge in the illusory immortality, those noble families and vassal kings will sooner or later put a knife to your neck. Do you understand?"
The prince was silent, his brows furrowed.
"I have spoiled you for so many years, you should also learn to be an emperor. I will help you for three more years at most, and the rest depends on you. Even if you don't do it for yourself, you should think about Xuannian and Xuanzhen. If someone overthrows your throne, they will all die. Don't ask Daozu for help, because if you have no achievements and only know how to enjoy yourself, he may change the emperor."
"Either you make some achievements, or your lineage will be wiped out. Think about this carefully."
When the prince heard Jiang Han mention Jiang Xuannian and Jiang Xuanzhen, he could no longer remain calm.
He took a deep breath , looked at Jiang Han, and said, "Father, I will not let you down, and I will not let Daozu down. Don't worry, I will make Dajing better!"
