Changsheng starts from Tiangang 36

"Marquis Wu, Your Majesty is currently discussing military and political matters with the cabinet ministers and is waiting for your return!"

In the late autumn of the 33rd year of Qianyuan Dynasty, the cold wave from the extreme north moved southward, rushed into Hanzhou, and swept in all directions.

The four continents of Liang, Mang, Yun, and Zhong were all affected.

Winter has not yet entered, and the world in Zhongzhou is already extremely cold. The rivers are frozen and thousands of miles are covered with silver.

At sunset, an iron cavalry rushed into Shengjing like lightning, carrying the cold air all the way to the palace.

The Marquis of Zhenwu, Jiang Shirong, turned over and dismounted from his horse, and the eunuch with his own ceremonial handprint stepped forward to meet him, leading Jiang Shirong into the depths of the imperial court.

"Greetings to Marquis Wu!"

Along the way, all the imperial guards looked sideways and saluted, looking at him from a distance.

A month and a half ago, Marquis Zhenwu was ordered to go to Zhongzhou to ask for the sergeants and generals of the Zhou Dynasty who were trapped in the heavy cities and military strongholds from the ancient forces that descended on the provinces of Zhongzhou. At the same time, he deployed troops to preserve the vitality and foundation of the Zhou Dynasty. .

Success or failure is directly related to the final survival of Da Zhou.

"Is there any news from the four states of Liang, Mang, Yun, and Feng?"

Jiang Shirong was wearing the heavy armor of Yunhu, with a steady momentum and a stern face. He took steps like a dragon walking like a tiger and walked across the Jinshui Jade Bridge. In his narrow eyes, the killing array was incessantly moving.

"Reporting to Marquis Wu, there have been military reports coming back from Yun and Fengzhou in recent days. It seems very pessimistic. The Holy One hastily sent word to the Twelve Ministers and the generals of the Protectorate to come to the court for discussion, but he didn't expect that Marquis Wu happened to be here. Time to triumph!”

The eunuch in charge of the ceremony looked respectful and said happily: "The ancient tribes have revived, and all the nine states have fallen. Fortunately, the Great Zhou Dynasty has Wuhou and his son, so he can hope to turn the tide and reverse the situation!"

"The area of ​​Yun and Feng Prefectures is not as large as that of Mang Prefecture, but they have a prosperous population, abundant resources, and carry a huge amount of luck. If there is hope to persevere, not only can two more qualifications be added to the Great Zhou Dynasty, but the stronger the luck, the greater the future achievements. Bigger!”

Jiang Shirong nodded imperceptibly and walked a little faster.

During this trip to Zhongzhou, he didn't know what opportunities and gains he had. His eyes were clear and clear, and he had a sense of great enlightenment and great breakthrough.

After passing through the three main halls and entering the central courtyard of the imperial court, the guards were even tighter.

Jiang Shirong came to an antique seven-story building in the shape of a bookstore, climbed up the stairs, and walked up to a hall on the top floor. Emperor Jing Sima Yi and a group of Zhou ministers were there, discussing something.

The atmosphere was heavy and depressing, and gloomy.

"Wei minister pays homage to His Majesty!"

Jiang Shirong strode in and bowed to Sima Yi, the emperor of Zhou Dynasty who was sitting at the head of the desk.

"Shi Rong, come to your senses quickly. Your journey to Zhongzhou has been difficult and hard, and you have relieved the difficulties of more than 100,000 soldiers of our Great Zhou Dynasty. You have made outstanding achievements and saved the country from the turbulent waves. You are truly the mainstay of our Great Zhou Dynasty!"

When Sima Yi saw Jiang Shirong walking in, his gloomy expression couldn't help but lighten.

Since the revival of the ancient clan, the entire Zhou Dynasty has fought against the erosion of the ancient clan, but with little effect. Only Jiang Shirong visited the ancient sects one by one during his trip to Zhongzhou, showing his strength and rescuing hundreds of thousands of Zhou soldiers and generals who were trapped by the ancient clan. , allowing Zhongzhou's millions of troops to be preserved intact.

"I am fortunate that I have not insulted the trust of the Holy One. However, the ancient clan is very powerful. There are countless middle-level human immortals, four-kalpa ghost immortals and above. However, I am weak and have no skills. I am unable to conquer the cities and territories occupied by the ancient clan!"

Jiang Shirong clasped his fists in shame.

"This is not your fault. You are the strongest in the Nine Provinces in martial arts realm and have the ability to conquer the world. However, there are many experts from the ancient clan. Once they are aroused and indignant, they will attack in groups. Apart from you, there is almost no one in the Zhou Dynasty who can use it. !”

Sima Yi said calmly. Hearing this, all the ministers in the hall looked embarrassed, bowed their heads and sighed.

It's not that their qualifications are insufficient and they work hard, it's actually that the inheritance of the ancient times has been cut off, and these ancient races that have awakened are all top powerhouses for hundreds of thousands of years in the medieval era.

There is a huge gap between the two sides that cannot be bridged.

"Shi Rong, the situation in Zhongzhou is temporarily stable, but the forces of ancient clans have arrived in Yun and Fengzhou. They occupy important cities and natural dangers, almost completely cutting off the two states from Shengjing. Hundreds of thousands of Zhou Dynasties All the soldiers fell into the hands of the ancient clan!"

Sima Yi pointed to a huge map in the hall and sighed: "Originally, I, the Great Zhou Dynasty, owned part of the territory of Liang, Yun, Zhongzhou and Fengzhou, but now except for Zhongzhou, which has not been completely captured, all other states have been lost. "

"Your Majesty, the ancient clan is so powerful that it is by no means a match for our current and ancient human clans. The only solution now is to concentrate on cultivation and improve our realm and strength.

"You can even order the ministers and generals of the Great Zhou Dynasty to pretend to surrender, gain trust, learn the medieval inheritance, and wait for the ancient tribes to attack each other for the qualification of transcendence, waiting for the fisherman's profit!"

Jiang Shirong pondered: "At the same time, in order to protect the hearts of the people in each state, elites from the Great Zhou Dynasty should also be dispatched into each state to occupy as many prefectures and towns as possible, so that the people know that the Great Zhou Dynasty is not dead."

"Shi Rong's strategy is very satisfactory to me, and it is also the only choice and way out for the Great Zhou Dynasty today!"

Sima Yi nodded, looked at the people in the hall and said: "My dear friends, do you have any suitable candidates who can be sent to various states and counties to establish the foundation of power for our Great Zhou Dynasty and serve as a beacon to illuminate the last hope in the hearts of the people? "

"This……"

Upon hearing this, all the ministers present looked at each other in silence.

It's not that they don't want to risk their lives to go there, or that they don't want to recommend candidates. It's just that the power of the ancient human race is limited, and there is a huge gap between it and the ancient race.

Even if you walk alone, there is little hope, and it is no different than sending yourself to death.

"Your Majesty, I would like to recommend my young son to stay with me and go to the eastern part of Mangzhou and Yunzhou to defend one city and one place for the Great Zhou Dynasty!"

Jiang Shirong took the initiative to recommend someone.

"Young son Buli? Jiang Buli!"

Sima Yi raised his eyes, he had also heard something about this person.

It is said that he was an illegitimate son left by Jiang Shirong in the Western Regions. He was born with nine unique pulses and had an excellent physique for cultivating Qi.

At only twenty years old, he is already a powerful man in the four realms of death.

The strength and combat power are not even inferior to those of the ancient clan.

It's just separation or not separation...

"Such a great kindness!"

Thoughts flashed through his mind, Sima Yi looked happy and nodded in approval: "I am very pleased with Shi Rong's loyalty. Since Jiang Buli is willing to serve the country, I will make him a third-level champion general and grant him special privileges. , can dispatch all materials and manpower."

"Thank you for your majesty's trust. I will definitely teach him so that he can live up to His Majesty's expectations and light a fire for the Great Zhou in Mang and Yunzhou, becoming a beacon for the Great Zhou!" Jiang Shirong solemnly accepted the order.

"Directly canonize the third-grade champion general!"

"I remember when King Anmang solved Beimang's conspiracy and saved thousands of martial arts, but he was only canonized to the fifth rank..."

"Let's take things urgently. After all, today is different from the past, and Jiang Buli's level of strength can match it!"

The expressions of all the ministers in the hall changed slightly, and subtle thoughts arose in their hearts.

The feud between the father and son of Marquis Wu and Prince An Mang was unknown to everyone in the Zhou Dynasty.

To leave or not to leave...

The thoughts of Marquis Wu are known to everyone!

"Your Majesty, a secret report from Liangzhou!"

While the monarchs and ministers were discussing matters in the hall, footsteps suddenly sounded hurriedly downstairs, running up and kneeling down outside the hall.

"Secret report from Liangzhou!"

"But King Anmang?"

"It has been some time since he left Shengjing according to the order. How could he have launched an offensive and action against Liangzhou so soon!" All the officials in the hall were shocked. Sima Yi was also a little surprised. The guard entered the hall, "Read it quickly!"

"Here!"

The guard quickly stood up and walked into the hall. He shook out the brocade silk in his hand and glanced at it. He was shocked at first, and then overjoyed:
"Your Majesty, there is a great victory in Liangzhou. King Anmang Jiang Li sent his troops south and attacked three cities in seven days. Quzheng and Changling recovered from Chaoan. All the ancient sects that occupied the three cities have been destroyed..."

The guard read aloud.

Seven days ago, Anmang City's 400,000-strong army mobilized and invaded Liangzhou in a mighty manner, killing six ancient masters in front of Yumen Pass.

Then the troops were divided into three groups and defeated the three major cities in Yumen Province within a few days. The ancient people of Liangzhou were shocked.

King Anmang even issued a decree, ordering the ancient tribes from the three provinces of Liangzhou to come and bow down quickly. Those who surrendered voluntarily would be spared their lives. Those who refused would have their clans and families destroyed!

……

"King An Mang is worthy of being our number one military god in the Great Zhou Dynasty. He actually conquered three cities and wiped out three ancient sects!"

"This battle will enhance our great Zhou Dynasty, and the people of the three provinces of Liangzhou will be confident and inspired. It will be difficult for the ancient tribe to suppress and win over the people again!"

"Not only in Liangzhou, when the news spreads, all my people in the Great Zhou Dynasty will be more confident."

"It's so satisfying, it's really refreshing!"

All the ministers were delighted and excited.

The heavy and oppressive atmosphere in the hall before was instantly swept away.

"Absurd, stupid!"

A cold shout also sounded at this time, Huanghuang's pressure rose loudly, the sound of anger was deafening, and it suddenly suppressed the discussion of the ministers.

Jiang Shirong's face was livid and his eyes were unkind.

"Why did Shi Rong say this?"

Sima Yi also looked happy when he heard the good news from Liangzhou, but there was another kind of fear and worry in his eyes.

It is certainly a blessing for the Great Zhou Dynasty to have a minister like King An Mang, who is powerful and decisive in killing.

But when a young man takes power, he is too powerful and his reputation is too great, but he also has great achievements!

Nowadays, we are in troubled times. Once he takes over the northwest of Mangzhou and the entire Liangzhou, Jiang Li's power and reputation will be difficult for him and Jiang Shirong to suppress.

Once he felt rebellious due to his previous fear and suppression, as well as the grievances between him and his father Jiang Shirong...

"Your Majesty, the ancient clan has revived, and the battle between the four regions of Kyushu has long been different from the past. The change in the pattern of Kyushu is not determined by military power, but by the battle of masters!"

Jiang Shirong said angrily: "Not to mention the hundreds of thousands of soldiers and horses in Anmang City, which does not have the power to guard the three provinces of Liangzhou. With Jiang Li's Taoist realm, can he face the pressure of dozens of medieval sects at the same time?

“Once the Liangzhou Ancient Clan attacks, not only will Anmang City’s hundreds of thousands of troops be destroyed and divided and gathered by the Ancient Clan, but it will also affect the dormant arrangements of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

"If the ancient tribes of Zhongzhou, Yunzhou, and Fengzhou are afraid of our Great Zhou and attack Shengjing first, the Great Zhou will be in danger!"

As soon as he said this, everyone in the hall was shocked.

The ministers' eyes flickered, and they realized the possible adverse consequences of Jiang Li's strong attack.

Although Zhen Wuhou's words are a little extreme, they are not unreasonable at all.

The ancient tribes feared and restricted each other, and the Great Zhou Dynasty was weak and dormant, which was one of the best choices.

Now Jiang Li has aroused the attention of the ancient tribe, and has also affected the hearts and minds of the people in the twenty-seven provinces originally controlled by the Great Zhou Dynasty.

If this arouses the fear of the ancient clan, in order to prevent Jiang Li from inspiring people's hearts, he will really point the finger at Shengjing and the Sima royal family.

The consequences are unimaginable...

"Your Majesty, the current strategy is to send people to Liangzhou immediately and order Jiang Li to temporarily withdraw the army. This will reduce the hostility and wariness of the ancient people in Liangzhou, calm the emotions and expectations of the people, and perhaps there is some room for redemption!" Jiang Shirong admonished! .

"Jiang Li's move is indeed too reckless!"

Sima Yi nodded slightly, and immediately wrote an edict, ordering people to be sent to Liangzhou immediately, and strictly ordered Anmang's army to temporarily withdraw from the two cities...

Although the ministers felt a little inappropriate about Emperor Jing's move, under the crisis, they had no better suggestions.

The monarchs and ministers in the hall discussed again until the first watch, and then dispersed.

"Master Liu, please stay!"

At the entrance of the Imperial Palace of the Great Zhou Dynasty, the ministers filed out. As soon as Liu Honglie got on his horse and prepared to return to the palace, he saw an elegant man wearing a high crown and a wide Confucian robe walking towards him.

"Is there something wrong, Mr. Big?"

Liu Honglie looked at the person who came, a little surprised. This person was Li Changgeng, a master of the Confucian Temple.

The Master has not returned since he left Beijing several years ago. The Confucian Temple ranks first among the Twelve Ministers, and Li Changgeng is currently responsible for handling all matters, large and small.

"The Marquis Qianjun has a good relationship with King Anmang. Chang Geng would like to ask the Marquis to send a message to King Anmang for me!"

Li Changgeng cupped his hands and said: "King An Mang is young and powerful, and has a tendency that is uncontrollable. It is understandable that the Holy One is wary of him.

"I would like to ask the Marquis to advise King Anmang that everything should be focused on the country and the people. Don't be dissatisfied because of the Holy Spirit's order to retreat. The current Great Zhou Dynasty is in turmoil and it really cannot withstand any risks. Got it!"

"Hong Lie understands Mr. Da's hard work!"

Liu Honglie sighed: "But I can't convey this to you sir. I won't say more about the difficulties and dangers involved in conquering the three cities of Liangzhou. You will understand it naturally."

"The Holy One has his own considerations, but as the commander of the army, I am more aware of the impact that His Majesty's move will have on the morale of hundreds of thousands of soldiers in Anmang, and will also make the people of Great Zhou disappointed with the Royal Family of Great Zhou.

"The reason why I was silent in the cabinet just now is not because I agree with His Majesty's will, but because I know that His Majesty's mind has been decided and cannot be changed!"

Liu Honglie secretly clenched his fists, looked to the northwest, and muttered: "Actually, sir, I have decided to leave the capital today and go to Liangzhou. I am willing to serve as a soldier under King An Mang and serve in front of the army. It is better than dormant in Shengjing. , watching everything with a cold eye!"

"Master Liuhou..."

Li Changgeng was stunned. He obviously did not expect Liu Honglie's plan. Just as he was about to say something, his heart suddenly trembled and he sensed something. He suddenly looked towards the Luck Canopy above the palace.

Since the appearance of the ancient clan, the fortune of the Great Zhou Dynasty has been decreasing day by day.

The canopy of good luck that originally enveloped the entire Shengjing has not only suffered a serious weather decline, but has also been reduced by nearly 30%.

On the canopy, many cracks appeared faintly.

But while Li Changgeng was talking to Liu Honglie, the canopy of luck that had been declining suddenly became stronger.

Rolling clouds of luck gathered from all directions, all rushing into the canopy of luck.

In just a few dozen breaths, not only did the fortune of the Great Zhou Dynasty recover, there were even signs of getting stronger.

"God bless me Dazhou..."

Li Changgeng was overjoyed, but before he could turn around and walk to the palace to report the good news to Emperor Jing Sima Yi, his fortune suddenly changed again! (End of chapter)