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Chapter 484: Prince Ruyang: I gave birth to this thing? (asking for monthly votes)
"Humph, that rebellious son didn't turn around and run away out of fear. He still has some backbone."

Although Prince Ruyang was very disappointed with his son, he still had some affection for his prince Shaharu. If he had not been so ambitious but incompetent, and had not been lazy and unable to handle such a heavy responsibility, how could the foundation of the Prince of Ruyang's Palace have fallen into the hands of Wang Baobao.

Although he admired and respected Wang Baobao very much, he was definitely not of his own race. He did not have the same surname or ancestor as him.

But Shah Rukh was not up to the task. If the current foundation of the Prince of Ruyang's Mansion fell into his hands, it would be wasted. Therefore, the Prince of Ruyang was very determined that the throne must not be passed on to Shah Rukh.

If the throne was passed to him, with his intelligence and talent, he might make some foolish decisions in the future and offend Wang Baobao by accident.

If Wang Baobao rebels again by then, Shah Rukh might not even be able to become a rich and noble prince, and his life might even be in danger.

As for the idea of ​​beheading Wang Baobao first to pave the way for his son, if it were a peaceful time, Prince Ruyang might consider it, but what era is it now? There are bandits outside and cholera inside, and we are facing internal and external troubles.

If he killed one of his generals, the entire Ruyang Palace might be destroyed by thieves in the future.

It would be better to make use of Wang Baobao. He is really talented. With him around, at least the foundation of the Ruyang Palace will not collapse. As long as the foundation of the Ruyang Palace does not collapse, with Wang Baobao's character, he will give Shaharu a good ending no matter what.

At least it can guarantee him wealth and glory, and that's enough.

Parents always have far-reaching plans for their children. Prince Ruyang is not only very good to Zhao Ya, but also to Shah Rukh. After all, Shah Rukh is his first son, but this son is really not presentable.

If he had Wang Baobao, or if he had half of Zhao Ya's intelligence and talent, King Ruyang would definitely pass the throne to Shah Rukh without wavering.

In fact, Prince Ruyang has lamented more than once why Yaya is not a man. If Yaya were a man, why would the inheritance of Prince Ruyang's Mansion be so difficult?

It was precisely because King Ruyang firmly believed that Shah Rukh was not capable of important tasks and had great ambitions but little talent that he placed all his hopes on Wang Baobao and trained him so attentively.

No one is a saint. The foundation of the Ruyang Palace was won by the King of Ruyang at the cost of his life. If his descendants were not really unworthy of the position, he would never have promised his adopted son and godson Wang Baobao to inherit his family business.

This shows how much King Ruyang hoped for that stupid Shahru.

Wang Baobao looked at Prince Ruyang and said, "Father, how about I go into the city first and persuade the prince? He is also confused for the moment. If we fight, it will be our White Deer Army that will suffer losses."

After hearing this, the King of Ruyang looked at Wang Baobao and said, "Go back to the city, Kuokuo. Do you know that Shahru wants to chop you into pieces?"

After hearing this, Wang Baobao said, "I think the prince must have misunderstood me."

King Ruyang said with a smile, "Kuokuo, you know better than anyone whether it is a misunderstanding or not. You have to think it over carefully. If you go back to the city, Shaharu will not be polite to you, especially since the Living Buddha's third disciple, the Flame Monk Jiukong, is also in the city. His strength is top-notch below the Melting God Realm. Only the Gu Mother in Wushan or the head of Emei, Master Juemie, who holds the Jade Maiden Sword, can compete with him."

"Your strength at the middle stage of the Crucible is no match for him."

After hearing this, Wang Baobao looked at King Ruyang and said, "I went to reason with the prince, not to fight him. Father, please be at ease. I don't think the prince will do anything to me."

Prince Ruyang looked at Wang Baobao, then shook his head and said, "No need, Kuokuo, I won't gamble your life against that rebellious son's sanity."

"But father, if we don't do this, I'm afraid the prince will really go to war with us!"

Wang Baobao said to King Ruyang. King Ruyang looked at Wang Baobao and said, "We are going to fight with him, and we will rely on him?"

"Hahaha, don't worry, he doesn't have that ability. Just wait, there will definitely be more news sent to us before tomorrow."

"Shaharu wants to kick the nest."

Prince Ruyang's eyes were full of disdain for his rebellious son. He really didn't know how he could have given birth to such a useless thing.

At this time, Zhao Ya came in and said, "Third brother, don't worry. There won't be a fight. With father's reputation, who among the White Deer Army in Longxing Prefecture dares to fight father?"

"Big brother wants to fight with father, but that is completely wishful thinking. There is no way a fight will happen."

After hearing this, Prince Ruyang laughed and said, "Hahaha, my daughter is still the one who sees things clearly."

As he spoke, Prince Ruyang's eyes were full of doting. He really liked Zhao Ya so much. It was a pity that she was not a man. If she were a man, the title of Prince Ruyang would belong to her!
Thinking of this, Wang Baobao looked at Zhao Ya and said, "Yaya, am I not afraid of the unexpected?"

Zhao Ya said: "Third brother, rest assured."

Wang Baobao was silent. Actually, he had his own little thoughts when he proposed to return to the city. Now that Prince Ruyang and the Crown Prince were in such a mess, he would definitely be promoted if he returned, and maybe even become a candidate for the Crown Prince.

If he didn't show himself at this time, it would seem like he was just waiting to get something ready-made. He was also afraid that Prince Ruyang would have a grudge about his whereabouts.

That's why we suggested going into the city to talk to Shahru. In fact, what's important is not the talk, but his attitude, and the action of talking!
"Report!"

In the lobby, three people were discussing the next battle situation. At this time, they heard a report from outside. After hearing this voice, Wang Baobao looked at King Ruyang, who nodded slightly: "Come in."

Following the voice, a messenger came in from outside. He knelt on one knee and said, "Your Highness, there is a letter from Longxing Mansion."

King Ruyang asked, "Where is the messenger?"

The messenger then said to the outside: "Come in."

After hearing this, a man came in from outside and immediately knelt on the ground and said, "I greet the prince."

King Ruyang then looked at the person coming in and asked, "Hassan?"

"Exactly a humble job."

Hassan was once one of the personal guards of King Ruyang. Later, he was sent to the Bailu Army and served as a centurion in the Third Legion. Sending him here now shows that he is a smart man.

After all, Hassan was a person that King Ruyang trusted more than ordinary soldiers.

"Get up!"

King Ruyang then became more accommodating and raised his hand to let Hassan get up.

At this time, Hassan knelt on the ground and said, "I dare not."

King Ruyang looked at Hassan and asked, "Have you done anything to offend me?"

Hassan said: "I, your humble servant, have surrendered to the prince. I deserve to die."

After hearing this, Prince Ruyang looked at Hassan and said, "Haha, if there is any problem with the Crown Prince assisting in the administration while I am not here, the fault is not yours, but the Crown Prince's. Get up."

"Yes, thank you, Your Majesty!"

Hassan stood up at this time, and King Ruyang looked at him and said, "Tell me, why did you come to see me this time?"

Hassan said, "Here is a letter from three White Deer Army commanders in the city."

After hearing this, Prince Ruyang looked around and said, "Look, it came as soon as I said it would, without waiting until tomorrow!"

Zhao Ya smiled back, and Wang Baobao also had an expression that showed that what his father said was right.

At this time, King Ruyang stretched out his hand and said, "Bring it here."

Hassan immediately took out the letter from his arms, and Wang Baobao stood up, took the letter and handed it to King Ruyang.

Prince Ruyang opened the envelope and took out the letter inside.

After reading it from beginning to end, Prince Ruyang looked at Hassan and said, "Hahaha, good, go back and tell Zhang Shicheng that his choice was correct!"

Hassan immediately agreed to this and then slowly backed away. When Hassan left, Wang Baobao asked, "Father, what did they say?"

Prince Ruyang handed the letter to Wang Baobao and said, "They said that we should surrender when we reach Longxing Prefecture. Zhang Shicheng even asked us if we want to control Shah Rukh."

"It will be convenient for us to go into the city."

After hearing this, Wang Baobao said, "Zhang Shicheng is quite smart. He actually knew to talk to us directly about this."

Upon hearing this, Prince Ruyang said, "Zhang Shicheng is a good guy. He is capable, smart, and knows how to handle current affairs. However, he should not be used for a long time, otherwise he will cause trouble."

"It's my father."

Wang Baobao nodded after hearing this. Zhao Ya said, "Father, why don't we set out tomorrow and arrive at Longxing Prefecture as soon as possible."

King Ruyang said: "Well, tell the brothers not to bring too much baggage tomorrow. Just bring enough food for two days. When we get to Longxing Prefecture, we will go directly into the city to have a celebration banquet."

"Yes!"

After hearing what King Ruyang said, the two people present responded in unison.

There was no conversation along the way. The next morning, the army set out, heading directly for Longxing Prefecture, and the people in Longxing Prefecture also received the news.

Shaharu did not sleep all night. The next day, he wore armor and went straight to the city wall. This was the first time in all these years that he wanted to do something so seriously. At this time, he was seen climbing directly onto the city wall.

At this time, the city wall was full of soldiers, each holding their own weapons in their hands. Various city defense equipment were placed on the wall. Shah Rukh walked back and forth on the wall, inspecting the three armies.

He said to all the soldiers: "Brothers, I do not ask you to do anything. You just need to do one thing, which is to guard the city gate today and never let the enemy attack. Tomorrow, I will lead you to victory."

Listening to Shah Rukh's words, Zhang Shicheng and others were full of disdain on their faces. What kind of nonsense was this? He asked the soldiers to guard the city today and lead the soldiers to welcome victory tomorrow. What was he thinking?
They really treat war as playing house.

Or did he just want to use these soldiers to show his foolish efforts to their parents? Zhang Shicheng and others said yes, but their faces were full of disdain.

At this time, the Living Buddha's third disciple, the Flame Monk Jiukong, also arrived. He looked at Shaharu and said, "The Ruyang King's army is only ten miles away from the city."

After hearing this, Shaharu said with a serious look on his face: "It seems that we have to work harder."

As he said this, Shaharu turned to Jiukong and said, "Master, do you think we can hold on to Longxing Prefecture until tomorrow?"

Jiukong heard this and said, "Don't you find it strange, young prince?"

Shaharu looked at Jiukong in surprise and said, "What's so strange?"

"In addition to the defensive equipment on the city wall, have you seen any other defensive equipment in Longxing City? It's obvious that this city doesn't look like it's going to fight a tough battle."

Upon hearing this, Shaharu looked around and said, "I feel like this is quite well prepared."

Jiukong said: "The battle lasted for a long time, and there must have been more than one charge, but the defensive equipment on the city wall is probably only enough to resist one round of attack from the prince's army."

Shaharu heard this and said, "Really?"

"Zhang Shicheng, Zhang Shicheng!" Shaharu shouted immediately. After hearing this, Zhang Shicheng ran over and said, "Prince, what's wrong?"

Shaharu said: "Master Jiukong said that the weapons on your city wall are only enough to resist one round of enemy charge. Your preparations are not very sufficient!"

After hearing this, Shaharu immediately said, "Your Majesty, many of our weapons are still in the process of being transported. Don't worry, there will be absolutely no problem during the war. Your Majesty, don't worry."

Shaharu said, "That's good. There must not be any problems. Do you understand?"

Zhang Shicheng said, "Don't worry, Your Majesty. I promise that nothing will go wrong."

Shaharu said, "That's good, Master Jiukong, I've already told you there's no problem. Zhang Shicheng is the person I trust the most, and he's very capable. Don't worry, there won't be any problem with him."

After hearing this, Jiukong looked at Shaharu, then at Zhang Shicheng and said, "Forget it. Now that things have come to this, I can only trust you."

Zhang Shicheng patted his chest and said that there would be absolutely no problem.

Shaharu really believed it, so the entire Longxing Prefecture was ready to go to war with Prince Ruyang.

In the words of King Ruyang, it means preparing to kick the nest.

The scouts on the front lines of the two armies quickly communicated the distance between the two armies.

Guri
Bali
Nanasato
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Finally, when the scouts' report was two miles away, from Longxing Prefecture, they saw billowing dust on the ground ahead, and in the dust there was a huge army approaching the city of Longxing Prefecture.

The leader was none other than the serious-looking Prince Ruyang.

Next to Prince Ruyang are Wang Baobao and Princess Zhao Ya.

Behind him were the 30,000-strong White Deer Army, which came madly and soon arrived within 200 meters of Longxing Prefecture.

Beyond this distance, the bows and arrows on the city gate tower can reach you.

Looking at the huge army in front of him, Shaharu swallowed his saliva, cold sweat pouring down his forehead. An invisible sense of oppression rushed directly towards him.

Shaharu was so overwhelmed by the rush that he couldn't breathe.

At this time, Zhang Shicheng and others standing behind Shaharu also had solemn expressions on their faces. The Flame Monk Jiukong also felt a strong military aura rushing towards them in the air.

At this time, Shaharu looked at the army in front of him, took a deep breath, and tried to overcome his own fear.

At this time, among the army, King Ruyang rode out with a calm face, glanced at the city wall and said, "Where is Shaharu? Get out here!"

King Ruyang's voice penetrated the clouds and appeared on the city wall, directly displaying his powerful strength after the transformation of his spirit.

Rumble!
No one knew whether it was God cooperating with Prince Ruyang's momentum or what, but at this moment, a burst of thunder sounded in the sky.

This caused the soldiers on the city wall to become quite agitated!

Your Majesty, it’s Your Majesty!

I don't know who said it, but immediately afterwards this emotion began to roll uncontrollably on the thunder.

At this time, the soldiers' fighting spirit was reduced by 80%, and they had no intention of fighting anymore. If the commander had not been watching them, they would have run away long ago.

At this time, King Ruyang asked, "Are you all deaf? Didn't you hear what I said? Where is Shaharu?"

After hearing this, Zhang Shicheng, who was standing behind Shaharu, said, "Your Majesty, the old prince is calling you. Please respond, or our army will have no intention of fighting."

Upon hearing this, Shaharu looked at Zhang Shicheng and said, "I, I dare not."

Zhang Shicheng looked at Jiukong and said, "Master, what do you think?"

Jiukong stepped forward and said, "King Ruyang, your commander-in-chief is the first to challenge the enemy when the two armies face off. Don't you worry about losing your reputation?"

King Ruyang raised his head and looked at Jiukong on the city wall and said, "Jiukong!"

"Amitabha, it's really the old monk!"

Prince Ruyang said, "Why are you still in my Longxing Mansion? No one told you about what happened in Dadu?"

Jiukong heard this and said "Amitabha" again: "I don't know what's going on in Dadu, old monk!"

"Alright, alright, stop talking like an old monk. Listen carefully to what I am saying. The current emperor has issued an order to exile Tuotuo. All previous orders issued by Tuotuo are invalid. You, the Eight Guards of the Qinchao Sect, can return to the capital. You don't have to worry about the affairs of Jiangnan anymore!"

"Amitabha, I have not received an imperial decree from the court, so I cannot leave this place."

After hearing this, Prince Ruyang looked at Jiukong and said, "Do you mean to disobey the order? Or do you mean that your Great Buddha Temple no longer takes the current emperor seriously?"

"This, the old monk has no such intention!"

Jiukong clasped his hands together, and King Ruyang said, "I don't have time to talk nonsense with you. If you are dissatisfied with anything, I will settle it with you one by one after I enter the city."

"Also, let me emphasize that Tuotuo has been exiled. Even if Tuotuo is still the prime minister, he dare not intervene in the private affairs of the Ruyang Palace. You are even less qualified. I advise you not to be ungrateful!"

"call……"

Hearing this, Jiukong was furious, but he could only endure it. At this time, King Ruyang said: "Okay, now I'll say it again, Shaharu, you come out with me, this is the last chance I'll give you!"

After hearing this, Shah Rukh turned to look at Zhang Shicheng. Zhang Shicheng spread his hands, looking helpless.

Looking at Zhang Shicheng like this, Shah Ru took a deep breath, then stepped forward and came to the edge of the city wall. Then he looked down and saw King Ruyang.

My legs went weak and I almost fell to my knees.

King Ruyang also saw him at this time, his eyes glared at him, and he rushed towards Shaharu with invisible murderous aura.

"Rebel!"

After the two words "King of Ruyang" were called out, Shaharu turned pale, clenched his fists, held on to the top of the city wall and said, "Father, Father King!"

King Ruyang said, "Humph, you still call me father. Look at what you are seeing. Get off here right now and kowtow and admit your mistake!"

After hearing what King Ruyang said, Shaharu took a deep breath and said, "Father, Father, I, I am not wrong!"

"you are right!"

King Ruyang raised his eyebrows, and his murderous aura rose up, rushing straight towards Shaharu. Although Shaharu was trembling all over because of King Ruyang's power, he still gritted his teeth and said, "Your son is right."

Upon hearing this, Prince Ruyang said coldly, "You are not wrong. Look at you. You have turned the whole Jiangnan region upside down. The people are panicking and the officials are terrified. You have done so many stupid things. Are you not wrong?"

Shaharu heard this and said, "I am not wrong. All of this should have been mine. They are panicking or something. Is it all your fault, father?"

"Hehe, hehehe..."

After hearing this, King Ruyang couldn't help laughing. He looked at Shaharu and said, "You are refreshing to me."

"Okay, tell me where I went wrong!"

Shaharu asked, "Father, am I your eldest son?"

King Ruyang said: "That's right."

"Well, according to the ancestral precepts of Daqian, the eldest son shall inherit the throne. Why don't you pass the throne to me, but intend to pass it to him instead?"

Shaharu pointed at Wang Baobao and shouted, and Wang Baobao remained silent after hearing this.

King Ruyang said: "The world is in turmoil, and the eldest son is incompetent, so naturally the throne must be passed on to someone who is capable. What's wrong with this king?"

"Hahahaha... the eldest son is incompetent. Father has never let me use my abilities. How do you know I am incompetent?"

"Father, have you ever considered that it might be your prejudice that prevents me from inheriting the throne?"

Shaharu looked at Ruyang Wangdao.

After hearing this, King Ruyang looked at Shaharu and said, "Haha, I have seen countless people in my life, and I have seen many people like you. Besides, you are my own son, so how could I not know your worth?"

"Listen to your father's advice, be honest, kowtow and admit your mistakes. Before a big mistake is made, I don't want to pursue it too much. But if you still refuse to change, don't blame me for being cruel!"

"Haha, okay, it's still the same, it's still the same. If anything happens, you let me kowtow and admit my mistakes. I'm not wrong, I'm not wrong."

"You never gave me a chance to perform. You just judged me as incompetent. You denied me. Father, I've had enough. I tell you, you're the reason why I'm in this situation!"

"I know that if my father comes today, I will definitely lose, but I still want to let you know that I am not a good-for-nothing in your eyes. I am capable of ruling Jiangnan!"

Shaharu shouted at King Ruyang. King Ruyang laughed when he heard this. He looked at Shaharu and said, "Oh, you have the ability to rule Jiangnan. How do you prove it?"

Shaharu said, "Today, Longxing Prefecture is in my hands. Father, you can attack Longxing Prefecture. As long as I hold on and you don't break into the city today, do you recognize my ability?"

After hearing this, the King of Ruyang looked at Shaharu and said, "Just hold on for one day?"

Shaharu said, "After all, they are all soldiers of the White Deer Army. The casualties in one day are not small. As long as I can prove my ability and prove that I am capable of ruling Jiangnan, it will be enough. Father, do you dare to bet?"

King Ruyang looked at Shaharu and said, "He is a bit bolder than before."

"This king has made a bet!"

"Hahaha, okay, father, don't regret it. I will definitely let you know my abilities and let you know that I am capable of ruling Jiangnan!"

King Ruyang said: "I will wait and see."

"Okay, that's enough talking, Zhang Shicheng!"

Prince Ruyang shouted loudly, and Zhang Shicheng, who was standing behind Shaharu, suddenly jumped up with the two commanders behind him, and immediately controlled Shaharu, and then shouted: "Welcome the prince into the city!"

(End of this chapter)