The Holy Emperor of Ming

Chapter 228 Actively Vote
Full of energy and ready for another fight.

"Your Majesty, there is no need to do anything. I will practice for you this time." Zhang Sanfeng shook his head and smiled.

Before Zhu Houzhao could say that he wanted to fight more, Zhang Sanfeng moved.

Zhu Houzhao was fascinated by this movement.

In his eyes, Old Man Zhang had changed and was no longer a human being.

It is a Tai Chi diagram, representing heaven, earth and nature.

A Tai Chi diagram that is all-encompassing, integrated with heaven and earth, and reveals all the mysteries of heaven and earth.

Zhu Houzhao was absorbed in it, instinctively looking for what he needed.

Of course, Duke Zheng was there too, watching as well, and the more he watched, the more surprised he became.

Zhang Sanfeng's realm was even higher than he had expected.

I'm afraid he has surpassed Taizu and is catching up with Bodhidharma.

No wonder the Eighth Master had to flee all the way and only escaped by relying on the way of spirit.

In terms of martial arts realm alone, Zhang Sanfeng is probably ranked among the top three in the world. In a few years...

He glanced at His Majesty and immediately gave up the idea.

In a few years, Your Majesty will definitely be the number one in the world.

Now, unknowingly, his confidence in Zhu Houzhao had reached a somewhat blind point.

After nearly half an hour, Zhang Sanfeng stopped.

Zhu Houzhao moved, practicing the fourth level of Tai Chi Thirteen Postures over and over again.

From day to night, and from night to day, for three full days and three nights.

During this period, more and more power of heaven and earth swarmed into his body.

The aura of Zhu Houzhao's body became increasingly powerful and vast.

Lord Zheng and Zhang Sanfeng also stayed here for three days and three nights to protect Zhu Houzhao.

When everything calmed down, Zhu Houzhao's proud, arrogant and wild laughter rang out again.

Tai Chi Thirteen Forms Fourth Level (40806/90000)

The fourth level of Mingshen Wudian (not yet started: 18202/50000)

"Hahaha~!"

Zhu Houzhao glanced at his talent and continued to laugh proudly.

The fourth level of Tai Chi Thirteen Postures increased by more than three thousand points, and the Mingshenwu Dian also increased by several hundred points.

With the improvement of the fourth level of Tai Chi Thirteen Forms, the time required to break through the Mingshen Martial Classic will inevitably be reduced.

"Old Zhang, just wait. In a little over a year, I will be able to break through to the realm of heaven and man. Then, I will definitely defeat you." After laughing enough, Zhu Houzhao immediately said arrogantly and impatiently.

"Okay, I'll wait." Zhang Sanfeng smiled indifferently.

Without staying any longer, Zhang Sanfeng said goodbye and left.

Zhu Houzhao immediately rushed back to the palace to see if anything big had happened.
During these three days, Duke Zheng had naturally sent the shadow eunuch back to report the news, so there was no major impact.

At dinner that day, Zhu Houzhao could not wait to share it with his concubines. His strength had improved significantly, which caused a lot of cheers.

The next day, Zhang Sanfeng returned to Wudang.

There was no concealment of the news, and once it spread, the siege and killing of Pang Ban was officially concluded.

But its impact will naturally not end easily.

Leaving aside the impact on the world situation, the discussions in various places will surely continue for a long time.

This is even more true for the Ming Dynasty martial arts world, because they feel even more proud of it.

No one wants to live in a weak country.

The more powerful the Ming Dynasty became, and the more earth-shaking things it accomplished, most people would feel proud of it no matter what.

What's more, the most prominent person this time is the leading figure of the Ming Dynasty martial arts world, Zhang Sanfeng.

Many people already respectfully call Zhang Zhenren the number one martial artist in the world.

Among the high-ranking officials in the martial arts world of the Ming Dynasty, most of them cared not about the title of the number one martial artist in the world, but about the attitude of Zhang Sanfeng and Wudang.

Zhang Sanfeng's help to the imperial court this time really made many people think deeply.

After all, the relationship between the Ming court and the martial arts world is becoming increasingly tense.

Or perhaps it could be said that the Ming Dynasty court's growing prosperity, increasingly pressing attitude and power made the martial arts world nervous.

They were very worried, so Zhang Sanfeng stood on the side of the court regardless of the consequences.

At the same time, some people are not worried about this; they are worried about being surpassed.

Shaolin.

“I heard that Master Zhang stayed in the capital for a few days, and he was with His Majesty.

Master Zhang's move this time, coupled with his previous move, probably really made Your Majesty feel favorable towards him.

Our Shaolin has fallen far behind." An old monk frowned.

"Yes, the situation is becoming clearer and clearer. Unless something unexpected happens to Your Majesty, the general trend cannot be changed. Sooner or later, Your Majesty will use the righteous path.

The only thing you can strive for is more status.

Master Zhang was indeed decisive. Although Ba Shiba and Pang Ban were not dead, the 8,000-mile chase caused a sharp drop in the power and morale of the Mongols, which was already a fatal offense to the Mongols.

Today, Master Zhang and Wudang are ahead of everyone.

This is certain from the fact that your majesty directly invited Zhang Zhenren to take action this time, and our Buddhist sect was completely unaware of it. "Another old monk sighed. "Well, I think we can't wait any longer, and our Shaolin should take the initiative to contact your majesty.

After all, Wudang has only been around for a hundred years, so how can it compare with Shaolin in terms of experts?" The third old monk said with a hint of dissatisfaction.

“But where is Patriarch Wuji?” the second old monk asked uncertainly.

"The Wuji Patriarch is also a man who hates evil, and most of the policies implemented by Your Majesty are probably in line with his wishes.

For the sake of the people of the world and the future of Buddhism, he should not refuse to help." The first old monk said firmly.

"Okay, I will go there in person later to ask for instructions from Master Wuji." The second old monk nodded.

“Well, let’s leave the matter of contacting His Majesty to that child Mengyao.

Compared to your Majesty's character, we Buddhists are more direct." The third old monk pondered.

"Good, but it should be done as soon as possible. The people in Longhu Mountain should also be getting restless."

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A similar conversation was indeed taking place in Longhu Mountain.

“Your Majesty only invited Master Zhang from Wudang this time, and Longhu Mountain didn’t even know about it, which is enough to explain everything.

I think it’s time to take the initiative to contact His Majesty.

Nowadays, the power of the imperial court is growing again. Even though Master Zhang has not officially joined the imperial court, his attitude is already very clear and will inevitably influence many people to favor the imperial court.

As long as Your Majesty does not encounter any unexpected events, the power of the imperial court will surely overwhelm everything.

If we at Longhu Mountain wait any longer, we will be completely surpassed by Wudang Mountain.

And those bald donkeys are so cunning that they must have made up their minds to contact Your Majesty." An old Taoist said with a hot temper.

After a short silence, one of them hesitated and said, "Longhu Mountain has been of great help to the court, but until now, His Majesty has not asked us.

What does His Majesty think? Does His Majesty have any objection to Longhu Mountain? "

"Yes, we have been proactive enough, but His Majesty just ignores us. What does His Majesty mean?
Now we should take the initiative to contact His Majesty further. How should we take the initiative further?
Can we go directly to the capital and tell His Majesty that we are willing to serve you and do anything for you? Then where is the face of Longhu Mountain?" One person said with dissatisfaction.

"The Emperor Shengwu is indeed different. Logically speaking, since we have taken such initiative, he should have expressed his attitude long ago. It is time for Longhu Mountain to take the initiative again.

I can't figure out the reason now. Unfortunately, there are no women from Longhu Mountain entering the palace, otherwise I could explore your majesty's thoughts." One person pondered.

"Humph, it's all your fault that you never pay enough attention to female cultivators.

It's too late to say this now.

In my opinion, you should forget about your dignity and go directly to the capital.

Those bald donkeys never care about their dignity. If they get ahead of us again, Longhu Mountain will be in real trouble." The old Taoist who spoke first snorted coldly.

There was another silence as everyone was thinking and weighing the pros and cons.

After a while, one of them said, “Even if Longhu Mountain can take the initiative, what about Master Sun?
If Master Sun is unwilling to contribute to the Ming Dynasty, then he will ultimately be inferior to Wudang and Shaolin."

"Ask Master Sun again."

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When most of the martial arts leaders were worried, they did not know that Shaolin Temple, one of the two leaders of the Ming Dynasty martial arts, was already representing Buddhism and was ready to surrender.

Longhu Mountain, the holy land of Taoism in the Ming Dynasty, is preparing to make further active surrender.

As for Wudang, one of the two leaders and the other, many Wudang disciples are confused about Wudang's position.

But as long as I think of my ancestor, I feel relieved.

No matter which position one takes, as long as the founder is there, Wudang will be fine.

Beijing.

Zhu Houzhao could never have imagined that after besieging and killing Pang Ban, Shaolin would take the initiative to get closer to him, and Longhushan would put aside its pride and take the initiative to get closer to him.

In fact, Zhu Houzhao was satisfied with the attitude shown by Longhu Mountain over the past two years.

But subconsciously, he did not want to use forces outside the court.

Although Longhushan was pardoned by the Ming Dynasty court and was considered half a member of the court, there was still a layer of separation.

Zhu Houzhao instinctively ignored it and did not consider the masters of Longhu Mountain.
As for actively winning over others, I never even thought about it.

He never thought about actively winning over anyone.

On September 21st, it was Qin Mengyao's turn.

Before the couple had done the important thing, Qin Mengyao said to Zhu Houzhao with a serious face: "Your Majesty, I have something to report to Your Majesty."

"What's the matter?" Zhu Houzhao asked indifferently.

"Your Majesty, there are several high monks from Shaolin who want to come to Beijing to chant sutras and pray for our father." Qin Mengyao said tactfully.

"Chant sutras and pray for our father? No need. That thing is useless. It's a waste of time and money." Zhu Houzhao said unhappily.

Qin Mengyao sighed in her heart and knew what was going on.

First, Your Majesty cannot understand euphemisms.

Secondly, Your Majesty has no favorable feelings towards Buddhism, but of course, no unfavorable feelings either.

It's just a kind of disregard, no different from treating other ordinary people.

It’s not wrong, but…
Qin Mengyao suppressed her worries and said frankly, "Your Majesty, these monks came to the capital to chant sutras and pray for our father because they want to serve Your Majesty."

"Work for me?" Zhu Houzhao was startled, then became interested. "They want to join the court?"

“No, it’s just to show our attitude. Buddhism and Shaolin are both part of the Ming Dynasty and are willing to serve the country.

There are many masters in Buddhism and Shaolin who are willing to help the country. "Qin Mengyao said frankly.

(Chapter 3)

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(End of this chapter)