Shuhan

In the land of Jizhou, the sun shines on the vast fields and the wheat waves rise and fall with the wind. It should be a peaceful harvest scene.

However, a piece of news was like a huge rock thrown into a calm lake, instantly causing a thousand waves - the Han Emperor Liu Chan was about to go to Yecheng.

The news spread like a gust of wind, quickly to every corner of Jizhou, especially Yecheng, which fell into panic.

Yecheng, this prosperous city, is now filled with a tense and depressing atmosphere.

In the streets and alleys, people were whispering and talking.

The common people were looking forward to the emperor's arrival, but also worried about the future situation. When the newly promoted nobles heard the news, their reactions varied.

In a luxurious mansion, several noble lords sat around a huge sandalwood table. The table was filled with fine wine and delicious food, but no one had the heart to enjoy them.

The leader was a fat nobleman, his face was as pale as paper, and his forehead was covered with fine beads of sweat.

"What should we do? The emperor actually comes in person!" His voice trembled with a hint of fear.

"Yes, I originally thought that after assassinating Liu Feng and burning the land measurement list, the land measurement issue would be over. I didn't expect that..." A middle-aged man dressed in silk next to him frowned, his face full of anxiety.

"Or, let's not resist. Although land measurement will reduce our income, if we go against the emperor, our entire family will be killed!" An older nobleman said weakly, with despair in his eyes.

After hearing this, everyone nodded, with helpless looks on their faces.

They knew very well that the emperor's majesty was inviolable and that resisting the emperor was undoubtedly like hitting a rock with an egg.

However, in another dark corner, a group of people are plotting a bigger conspiracy.

In a dim secret room, the flickering candlelight illuminated several hideous faces.

"What are you afraid of! So what if he's the emperor? We were able to assassinate Liu Feng before, and now we can assassinate the emperor too!" A burly man said with red eyes and gritted teeth.

There was a ferocious look on his face, like a wild beast ready to pounce at any time.

"Yes, we will kill anyone who dares to infringe upon our interests!" A pointed-faced man nearby echoed, his voice sharp and piercing, like the cry of a night owl.

"But, assassinating the emperor, isn't the risk too great?" A weak voice sounded. The speaker was a thin man, his eyes full of fear.

"Why be afraid of risks! Fortunes are won through risks! If we succeed, not only can we keep our current fortunes, but we may even gain more!"

The burly man slammed the table so hard that the candle flame on the table swayed a few times.

After hearing this, everyone looked at each other, with a hint of determination in their eyes.

They decided to take a risk and imitate the method used to assassinate Liu Feng before to attack the Han emperor Liu Chan.

At the same time, Liu Chan's convoy was marching towards Yecheng in a mighty manner.

In front of the convoy, flags fluttered in the wind, embroidered with the totems of the Han Dynasty and patterns symbolizing imperial power.

A gorgeously decorated carriage moved slowly forward. Inside the carriage, Liu Chan was wearing a dragon robe, his face was solemn, and his eyes showed determination and confidence.

He knew very well that he would face many challenges on his way to Yecheng, but he did not back down and was determined to open up a path for the land measurement.

"Your Majesty, Yecheng is just around the corner." An attendant said softly.

Liu Chan nodded slightly and looked into the distance, as if he could see the scene of Yecheng.

"Pass the order down, strengthen vigilance, and don't take it lightly." Liu Chan's voice was steady and powerful.

The convoy continued to move forward, gradually approaching Yecheng. The gates of Yecheng were closed, and the city walls were full of soldiers, holding long spears and watching the movements outside the city with vigilant expressions.

"Open the city gate and welcome His Majesty!" With the order, the city gate slowly opened with a heavy sound.

Liu Chan's motorcade slowly drove into Yecheng. The streets were lined with common people. They knelt on the ground and shouted, "Long live His Majesty!"

The sounds rose and fell, resounding through the sky.

Liu Chan sat in the carriage, looking through the window at the people kneeling on the ground, feeling filled with emotion.

He secretly vowed to ensure that the land measurement project would be carried out smoothly so that the people could live a good life.

However, he didn't know that in this seemingly peaceful Yecheng, a huge conspiracy was quietly brewing.

The nobles who were preparing to assassinate him have already begun to act.

They searched for assassins everywhere, prepared weapons, and made detailed assassination plans.

Several assassins gathered in a secret base in Yecheng.

They were dressed in black night clothes, with black cloth covering their faces, revealing only a pair of cold eyes.

"Remember, this operation must succeed and not fail!" a man who looked like a leader said in a low voice.

His voice was low and cold, making people shudder. "Yes!"

The assassins responded in unison, with a fierceness in their voices.

At night, Yecheng was shrouded in darkness.

The moonlight was dim, as if it was also frightened by the tense atmosphere, hiding behind the clouds and refusing to show up.

The palace where Liu Chan lived was heavily guarded, with soldiers patrolling back and forth with torches in hand.

However, the assassins approached quietly like ghosts. They nimbly climbed over the wall and headed towards Liu Chan's bedroom.

Every step he took was cautious, for fear of making any sound.

Just as they were approaching the bedroom, a soldier discovered their tracks.

"Who is it? Stop!" the soldier shouted loudly and sounded the alarm.

Suddenly, there was chaos inside and outside the palace.
Soldiers rushed over and surrounded the assassins.

Seeing this, the assassins realized that their whereabouts had been exposed, so they stopped hiding, drew their weapons, and engaged in a fierce fight with the soldiers.

For a moment, the flashes of swords and the shouts of killing were deafening.

Liu Chan was in his bedroom and was startled when he heard the noise outside.

He quickly stood up, put on his dragon robe, and prepared to deal with any emergency.

"Protect His Majesty!" A group of guards rushed into the bedroom and surrounded Liu Chan.

"Your Majesty, the assassin has been found and the soldiers are fighting hard. Please rest assured." A general knelt on the ground and reported to Liu Chan.

Liu Chan nodded slightly, his eyes filled with anger and determination.

"We must catch all the assassins in one fell swoop. I want to see who is so bold as to assassinate me!" There was a sense of majesty in Liu Chan's voice that made people dare not look directly at him.

Liu Chan strode out of the bedroom and saw chaos in the palace, with guards fighting with assassins.

The assassins were dressed in black night clothes, their faces covered by black cloth, revealing only a pair of fierce eyes. They held sharp blades and moved swiftly, like a group of well-trained wolves.

The guards were not to be outdone. They closely guarded Liu Chan, with spears flashing coldly in their hands, and fought a desperate battle with the assassins.

"Catch all the assassins for me, don't let any of them go!" Liu Chan shouted angrily, his voice full of majesty and anger.

He stood on the steps, his posture tall and straight, like a towering mountain, overlooking this thrilling fight.

The moonlight shone on him, outlining his resolute features and adding a bit of the aura of an emperor.

After a fierce battle, the assassins were gradually defeated by the guards and fell in a pool of blood.

However, Liu Chan did not let down his guard because he knew very well that there must be a mastermind behind these assassins.

"Search carefully among the assassins. Find them alive or dead. We must find out who is behind the scenes!" Liu Chan said coldly, with a hint of chill in his eyes.

At the same time, Liu Chan ordered someone to summon the secret military commander immediately and asked them to find out the whole story of the matter within today.

As the intelligence agency of the Han Dynasty, the Jianjunsi was known for its swift action and well-informed information. After receiving the order, the spies of the Jianjunsi quickly dispersed to every corner of Yecheng like ghosts and began an intense investigation.

Liu Chan, who had not slept all night, sat in the study of the palace, his brows furrowed and his eyes full of contemplation.

He knew in his heart that this assassination was no accident and that there must be a powerful force behind it. This force was most likely related to the new gentry who resisted the land measurement policy.

Thinking of this, a trace of determination flashed in Liu Chan's eyes, and he secretly vowed to bring these traitors to justice and never allow them to destroy the stability and prosperity of the Han Dynasty.

As time went by, pieces of news flew into the palace like snowflakes and were delivered to Liu Chan.

Liu Chan read every piece of information carefully, his face becoming increasingly gloomy.

It turned out that most of these rioters were once generals of the Han army, and they had made great military achievements during the Han Dynasty's conquest of the world.

However, after conquering the world and acquiring property, they quickly degenerated into a greedy landlord class who were willing to resist the court's policies in order to protect their own interests.

"Hmph, these people are so ungrateful!" Liu Chan angrily threw the information in his hand on the table.

"I have given them wealth and glory, but they have no intention of giving back. Instead, they are trying to overthrow the court. This is really despicable!"

Liu Chan's voice was full of anger and disappointment. He never imagined that the soldiers who once fought bravely for the Han Dynasty would now become enemies of the court.

"Your Majesty, calm down."

A minister said cautiously: "Now that the truth has been found out, please give orders as soon as possible to capture these traitors and eliminate future troubles."

Liu Chan took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down.

"Pass on my order, order the imperial guards to take immediate action and arrest those who participated in the rebellion one by one. If there is resistance, kill them without mercy!"

Liu Chan's voice was firm and resolute, leaving no room for doubt. After receiving the order, the imperial guards quickly took action.

They rushed towards the rebels' residences like a tiger descending from a mountain.

The streets of Yecheng were filled with a solemn atmosphere. The usually bustling streets were now empty, with shops closed and doors and windows bolted shut, as if the entire city was holding its breath in fear.

The wind blew coldly, blowing up the fallen leaves and dust on the ground, adding a bit of tension to the atmosphere.

The imperial guards were lined up in neat rows, holding long spears, the tips of which flashed coldly in the sunlight.

They were wearing heavy armor, each piece of armor was polished to a shine, and made crisp clash sounds when they moved.

The leading general rode on a tall horse, wearing a red cloak, and his eyes were as sharp as an eagle, scanning the rebels' mansion in front of him.

His face was stern and his tightly pursed lips revealed his determination for this mission.

"Brothers, this mission concerns the safety of His Majesty and the country of the Han Dynasty. We must catch these traitors in one fell swoop!"

The general's voice was deep and powerful, echoing in the silent streets.

The imperial guards responded in unison, their voices were uniform, loud and full of power.

The rebels' mansion had high walls and closed gates.

From the outside, one could see figures swaying on the wall from time to time. The servants were holding knives and axes, looking panicked but with a hint of ferocity.

They knew that the coming conflict concerned the fate of their master and their own future.

The imperial guards acted quickly, some of them rushed to the gate and rammed the closed door with huge battering rams.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

Every impact made the door make a dull sound, as if it was also hitting the hearts of the rebels and servants.

"Damn the Imperial Guards! How dare they come and arrest us!"

An insurgent stood on the wall, his face flushed, waving a long sword in his hand and shouting curses at the imperial guards below.

He was tall and dressed in gorgeous silk clothes, but at this moment he seemed a little out of control due to anger and fear.

The gate was finally broken open and the imperial guards poured in like a tide.

The servants rushed forward and tried to stop the imperial guards.

For a moment, the flashes of swords and the shouts of killing were deafening.

The imperial guards were well-trained and coordinated well. They stabbed the servants with their spears like a forest.

Although the servants fought hard, they were gradually overwhelmed by the powerful offensive of the imperial guards.

A soldier of the imperial guards seized the opportunity and stabbed a servant with his spear.

The servant hurriedly used a knife to block, but the spear still cut his arm and blood gushed out immediately.

He screamed and fell to the ground. "You lackeys of the imperial court, why are you arresting us?"

Another rebel was pinned to the ground by the imperial guards. He struggled desperately, shouting curses.

His face was filled with anger and unwillingness, his eyes were wide open as if they were about to spit fire, but there was a hint of despair in his eyes.

He knew that his resistance was ultimately futile in the face of the powerful imperial guards.

"Humph, you attempted to assassinate His Majesty and betrayed the court. You deserve to die!"

The general of the imperial guards rode over and looked coldly at the captured rebels, his eyes full of disgust.

"Take him away!"

He waved his hand, and two guards immediately dragged the rebel away.

As time went on, the insurgents' resistance weakened.

The rebels were subdued one by one by the imperial guards and escorted out of the mansion.

On the streets of Yecheng, teams of escorted rebels appeared one after another. They were dejected and had lost their previous arrogance.

As the rebels were captured one by one, the situation in Yecheng was gradually brought under control.

The imperial guards continued to patrol the city to prevent any escapees.

The sun shines on the land of Yecheng. Although the bloody atmosphere has not completely dissipated, order is slowly being restored.

However, this quelling operation also came at a heavy price.

Overnight, the streets of Yecheng were flooded with blood, many people fell in pools of blood, and the entire city seemed to be shrouded in a layer of blood mist.

The next morning, the sun shone on the land of Yecheng, but it could not dispel the bloody smell in the air.

Liu Chan stood on the city wall of the palace, looking at the scene before him, feeling mixed emotions.

He knew very well that although the rebellion was quelled successfully, it also brought great trauma to Yecheng.

"Convey my order to appease the people and properly handle the affairs of the deceased. For those who were coerced by the rebels, show leniency."

Liu Chan spoke slowly, with a hint of fatigue in his voice.

He understood that only in this way could order in Yecheng be restored as soon as possible and the people could live a peaceful life again.

After this incident, Liu Chan became more determined to implement the land measurement policy.

The birds are hidden in their bows, and the rabbits are cooked to death.

If some people don’t understand or can’t figure it out, then they should go to the Lord of Mount Tai and think about it carefully!
I won't wait for them.

This world won't wait! (End of this chapter)