Mixed in the heavens, merits and virtues become immortals

Chapter 438 Two Filial Sons

Hong Yi's move was extremely bold.

However, Hong Yi felt that this step was worth taking.

Having the opportunity to see the Emperor's review of the "Military Classic" and his opinion of Hong Xuanji, Hong Yi was one of the few people in the entire affair who grasped the Emperor's thoughts. At this moment, his exposure of Hong Xuanji was also in line with the Emperor's mind.

"Yan Zhenzong is your brother of many years."

Holding the "Li Jing" (a classic text on governance), Gu Qing spoke to Hong Xuanji with deep regret, saying, "Your intentions are impure, and your mind is unsettled. This talk of ruler and subject, father and son, is nothing but a trick to deceive others..."

As he spoke, Gu Qing casually tossed the Li Jing aside, and it landed with a clatter at Hong Xuanji's feet.

Years of hard work, all for naught.

Hong Xuanji picked up the Li Jing, his face dark red, and looked down at Hong Yi, that little beast. After reporting him, he remained calm and didn't care about Hong Xuanji's predicament at all.

"emperor."

Hong Xuanji steeled his resolve and said, "I and Emperor Zhenzong of Yan were once brothers, but now we are enemies. It's all because I joined the Tang Dynasty, while Emperor Zhenzong of Yan has always been pursuing Yang Pan of the previous dynasty. I've heard that Emperor Zhenzong of Yan is leading the remnants of the Daluo Sect in trafficking people in the south, and some people even say that Emperor Zhenzong of Yan is colluding with Yunmeng from beyond the borders..."

Hong Xuanji did not want to become a laughing stock of the Tang Dynasty. More importantly, he did not want to be in the wrong, as this would hinder his martial arts progress. Therefore, Hong Xuanji unreasonably took the initiative to push all the blame onto Yan Zhenzong's goose.

Gu Qing stroked his chin, looking at Hong Xuanji.

"Your Majesty, I humbly request that you grant me an opportunity to annihilate the Da Luo Sect and bring Emperor Yan Zhenzong before Your Majesty to prove my innocence."

Hong Xuanji assured him.

This is precisely the case of "better to die than to die, my friend."

"Your right and wrong have actually dragged national affairs into this."

Gu Qing waved his hand dismissively and said, "We'll discuss this matter after the banquet." As he spoke, Gu Qing stood up and slowly walked to Hong Yi.

The strongest person in the world had come close. Even though Hong Yi kept writing the word "quiet" in his mind, his body trembled slightly with excitement. Just as he was about to look up and speak, Gu Qing lifted his robe and draped it over Hong Yi's shoulders.

At that moment, Hong Yi's heart trembled. He looked up and felt Gu Qing lift his hands up, and he involuntarily stood beside Gu Qing.

Hong Yi admitted that he had gambled on Hong Xuanji's previous report, but now, his gamble paid off!

"Hong Yi, are you Hong Xuanji's son?"

Gu Qingming asked the question knowingly.

"Your Majesty..."

Hong Yi was so excited that tears welled up in his eyes. This act of offering food and clothing was a story of a wise king in the Middle Ages. Now, with the emperor's robes draped over him, he felt such an honor. At this moment, he wished he could give his heart and soul to follow Gu Qing.

"I am Hong Xuanji's son."

Hong Yi replied, "However, the fact that I, a commoner, can study is due to the free academy education promoted by His Majesty, and that I, Hong Yi, can practice martial arts is also due to the martial arts scriptures promoted by His Majesty. As for the Hong residence, it is merely a place for me to stay." At this point, fearing that Gu Qing would perceive him as unfilial, Hong Yi quickly added about the mistreatment he had received in the Hong residence, saying, "The ancient masters spoke of cultivating oneself, regulating one's family, governing the state, and bringing peace to the world, but Hong Xuanji is not upright in his self-cultivation, nor is he kind in managing his family..."

Hong Xuanji's face was dark red, and he stood to one side, not daring to step forward and argue at this moment.

Previously, Hong Xuanji had shifted all the blame onto Emperor Yan Zhenzong to avoid becoming a laughingstock. This time, Hong Yi exposed his shortcomings in front of the Emperor, making Hong Xuanji a laughingstock once again.

Furthermore, Hong Yi had made the initial report, and he did so in front of the emperor. Hong Xuanji dared not argue with him, fearing that things would escalate and Hong Yi would reveal more of his secrets.

"I see."

Gu Qing looked at Hong Xuanji, utterly disappointed. The grand assembly had started off well, but one mishap after another had occurred. Gu Qing had no intention of celebrating anymore. He waved his hand, picked up the Great Zhou Emperor's Avici Throne, and returned to the imperial city with Hong Yi.

"Hong Yi."

After returning to the palace, Gu Qing addressed Hong Yi again and said, "I have unified the world for thirty years, and the world is now in great order. In your opinion, what is the difference between my world and the world of the previous dynasty?"

Hong Yi pondered seriously, comparing the books, and after thinking for a long time, said, "It seems that the emperor does not maintain his rule."

The Tang Dynasty was vast, occupying the ninety-nine most central prefectures of the world. However, after thirty years of development, its foundation was still weak. It could be said that if Gu Qing had even the slightest problem, the Tang Dynasty would be overthrown.

The root cause of all this is a weak foundation.

In other words, Gu Qing had no confidants and no group of people loyal to him.

“I do nothing, and the people transform themselves. I prefer tranquility, and the people correct themselves. I am indifferent to affairs, and the people become prosperous. I have no desires, and the people become simple and honest.”

Gu Qing said calmly, "As the emperor, I guarantee tax revenue, schools, people's livelihood, academies, and the fair operation of the law. I also ensure that there are no foreign enemies. Everything else is up to the people's fate, letting them soar like eagles in the sky and swim like fish in shallow waters..." As Gu Qing spoke, he looked at Hong Yi and added, "Just like your father, Hong Xuanji, he is still having an affair with Yang Pan, but I don't warn him because it's his freedom."

If this freedom exceeds a certain limit, it may lead to serious consequences.

Hong Yi looked at Gu Qing and felt that Gu Qing's heart was as vast as the sky, able to tolerate the good and the bad in this world. And to have such a mindset, the most important thing is strength, just like a person watching ants fight without caring.

"But His Majesty has relinquished a great deal of power."

Hong Yi said.

Power may corrupt people, but when thousands of threads are twisted together, they become the force that pulls a boat.

Hong Yi was willing to be the central figure in this thread.

"It can also be considered a kind of non-entanglement with worldly affairs and non-entanglement with the Dharma."

Gu Qing didn't care about these things and instructed Hong Yi, "Since Hong Xuanji wants to attack Yan Zhenzong and put on a show in front of me, then I'll add some fuel to the fire. Hong Yi, I will send someone to accompany you to Hong Xuanji and urge him to complete this matter."

Upon hearing that he was to be given an important position by Gu Qing, Hong Yi was overjoyed. After accepting the order, he asked, "Who is that person?"

"Yang An".

With a smile on his face, Gu Qing introduced him to Hong Yi as "Yang Pan's illegitimate son."

Upon hearing this, Hong Yi gasped, sensing Gu Qing's twisted sense of humor. In a way, Hong Yi was Hong Xuanji's "filial son," while Yang An's ability to be valued by Gu Qing was also Yang Pan's "filial son." The fact that these two were supervising Hong Xuanji was a thrill for both Hong Xuanji and Yang Pan.

"Your Majesty, if Hong Xuanji..."

"no need to worry."

Gu Qing calmly said, "Yang An possesses a Yang God artifact."

Yang Shen magical artifact?

Hong Yi, who was now involved in cultivation, felt a strange sense of awe upon hearing about the Yang God artifact, and realized the disparity in the world.

“You also possess a Yang God artifact.”

Gu Qing added calmly.

Upon hearing this, Hong Yi was stunned for a moment, then quickly looked down at the coat that Gu Qing had draped over him.

(End of this chapter)