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The next moment, a portal opened in the void above.

Golden light converged, and a golden dragon appeared in the sky, eventually transforming into the likeness of Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Greetings, Your Majesty the Great Ancestor!"

"Greetings, Your Majesty the Great Ancestor!"

As Zhu Wushi bowed down, the soldiers present also bowed down.

Especially those Imperial Guards whose weapons had been confiscated, they bowed down to each other faster than the last.

They didn't recognize the person in the sky, nor were they sure if it was Zhu Yuanzhang.

However, standing in mid-air, transforming into a golden dragon, this is definitely a divine being.

If not now, when?

Moreover, by bowing, they could legitimately become Zhu Wushi's subordinates without even needing to find a reason.

They didn't defect, nor did they lack backbone; they were simply accepting their fate.

"This..." Zhu Houzhao was dumbfounded. "Could it really be His Majesty the Great Ancestor descending upon us?"

　Cao Zhengchun trembled. Zhu Yuanzhang's undisguised aura made him feel a deadly crisis, and he couldn't muster the slightest thought of resistance.

"Your Majesty, let us also pay our respects!" Cao Zhengchun said softly, "This man is simply invincible!"

Zhu Houzhao snapped out of his daze and followed suit, bowing down as Gao Xuan announced, "Greetings, Ancestor!"

Upon seeing Zhu Houzhao bow, the civil and military officials followed suit.

Since the emperor has already accepted it, there's no point in them resisting any further.

This bow signifies that this is a matter within the Zhu family.

This is the effect of having a legitimate reason for action.

"Zhu Houzhao, although you have made achievements, you have acted recklessly. Afterwards, come with me back to the Immortal Realm to cultivate."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Houzhao almost jumped up.

He originally thought he would be deposed, demoted to a commoner, or even lose his life, but instead—he went to the immortal realm to cultivate.

Is this a punishment?

This is a reward.

"As for now, he will assist Zhu Wushi in ascending the throne and taking control of the Ming Dynasty."

After saying that, he went straight to the palace and began to admire the Ming Dynasty Imperial Garden, which would later become known as the Imperial Garden.

"Yes, Ancestor!" Zhu Houzhao happily accepted the decree and expressed his gratitude, then looked at Zhu Wushi, "Uncle, you did a good job. If you had told me earlier that I could go to the Immortal Realm to cultivate, why would we have been fighting!"

Cao Zhengchun was also speechless.

If you could invite someone from the celestial realm, you should have said so earlier. Why should he be so worried?

If something bad were to happen, wouldn't that be a heroic sacrifice?

“Even if I told you earlier, you wouldn’t have believed me.”

Zhu Wushi laughed heartily, "However, Houzhao, there's something that could help you take another step forward. Would you like to hear it?"

"What is it?" Zhu Houzhao asked curiously.

"Do you know where our Zhu family's cultivation techniques and elixirs come from?" Zhu Wushi asked with a mysterious smile.

The words fell.

Not only was Zhu Houzhao curious, but even the civil and military officials listened intently.

"I still need to consult my Imperial Uncle," Zhu Houzhao said, adopting the demeanor of a kind and agreeable gentleman.

Zhu Wushi cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards the sky: "That naturally comes from the Primordial Chaos Supreme Mystery Dao Lord. This Dao Lord resides in the Tai Xuan World, high in the Great Luo Heaven, and is an existence of great supernatural powers. Just before, he held the Jade Pool Immortal Banquet and bestowed upon them peaches that could extend one's lifespan by tens of thousands of years."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Houzhao's breathing became rapid.

The civil and military officials were also shocked upon hearing this, and several senior ministers almost fainted from excitement.

"The Imperial Uncle has gone?"

Zhu Wushi shook his head with a regretful expression and said, "I was just a little short of the opportunity and couldn't go. However, our ancestor did go."

Zhu Houzhao looked on with envy: "Those are peaches of immortality, with a lifespan of tens of thousands of years! Our ancestor was truly blessed. I wonder what brings you, Imperial Uncle, to mention this Daoist Master?"

"If it's about building a Taoist temple, my throne is already yours now, you can build it yourself, why bother telling me?"

Zhu Wushi shook his head: "The Taoist temple needs to be built, but there's no rush. I'll handle it myself. What I'm saying is that it's a way to establish a relationship with the Daoist Lord. I think Princess Yunluo is quite qualified. She could be sent to the Great Luo Heaven to serve as a maidservant to the Daoist Lord."

“As long as Daojun accepts the princess, then—Houzhao, wouldn’t you also have a relationship with Daojun? The next Immortal Banquet will be your opportunity.”

Upon hearing this, Zhu Houzhao's breathing became rapid.

After a moment's thought, he shook his head and said, "Although Yunluo is my sister, I cannot force her."

Zhu Wushi laughed and said, "How can you call this forced? You're giving her an opportunity. Once she reaches the Great Luo Heaven, she can live a long and carefree life. Isn't that better than being a mere princess in the mortal world?"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Houzhao was stunned.

"You can discuss this with Yunluo and see what she thinks," Zhu Houzhao waved his hand. "At that time, I will also send Shangguan Haitang to the Great Luo Heaven. If Yunluo agrees, we can let them go together so that they can look after each other."

"Miss Shangguan is also being sent there?" Zhu Houzhao was shocked.

Zhu Wushi nodded: "It would be better for her to go to the Great Luo Heaven than to stay in the mortal realm."

After that, the two got down to business and began handing over their work.

The ministers exchanged glances, a hint of joy flashing in their eyes.

"Your Majesty, this old minister has a granddaughter who is of unparalleled beauty and could be offered to the Immortal Lord!"

"I also have a daughter at home, who is gentle and beautiful, and I can offer her to the immortal lord!"

What was supposed to be a handover ceremony turned into a daughter-giving ceremony by the civil and military officials.

Zhu Wushi waved his hand: "We'll talk about this later. Sending someone over there isn't that easy. I need to report to Daojun before making a decision."

Upon hearing this, the ministers were momentarily stunned.

He roared inwardly, "You surnamed Zhu, don't you just want to keep all the benefits for yourself and not share them?"

Although they were furious and embarrassed, none of the ministers dared to show it.

This is the new emperor; we must not offend him.

In the capital city.

The Gu family of three were originally strolling along the street in a peaceful atmosphere.

Both Gu Santong and Su Xin had not seen their son for many years and wanted to make amends by indulging Cheng Shifei in his every whim.

suddenly.

Gu Santong looked up at the sky, his eyes wide open.

Cheng Shifei and Su Xin also looked up.

Not only them, but everyone in the capital looked up at the sky and saw Zhu Yuanzhang descend, depose Zhu Houzhao, and pass the throne to Zhu Wushi.

"So that's why Zhu Tiedan was in such a hurry; he's off to seize the throne." Gu Santong snapped back to reality. "His strength has increased so much; has he also gotten involved with the gods?"

Su Xin murmured to herself, "There are actually immortals?"

Cheng Shifei was shocked: "Father, your sworn brother is really powerful. Should we try to get in touch with him?"

"Snapped!"

Gu Santong slapped his son and scolded him, "Don't associate with him. Even your father can't beat him, do you think you can?"

“That’s becoming an immortal,” Cheng Shifei muttered, but seeing Gu Santong’s serious expression, he could only nod. “Alright, let’s not deal with him then. But, Father, the Divine Marquis has usurped the throne, should we get involved?”

"Fei'er!" Su Xin said with a light scolding, "This is a family matter of the Zhu family, we shouldn't interfere."

Gu Santong spread his hands and sighed, saying, "Besides, your father isn't capable of interfering. Your mother is right, this is a family matter for the Zhu family. Why should we outsiders meddle and cause trouble?"

Su Xin nodded: "It's good that our family is together peacefully. The Zhu family will take care of the important matters of the country."

Chapter 366 Shangguan Haitang and Yunluo enter the Great Luo Heaven, and everyone is surprised (5/7, please subscribe)

With Emperor Zhu Houzhao taking the initiative to hand over power, Zhu Wushi's takeover of the Ming Dynasty was faster and smoother than expected.

In just one day, the entire capital was under their control.

Afterwards, Zhu Wushi used his supernatural powers of flying and disappearing into the earth to tour all the counties of the Ming Dynasty. The previously somewhat restless places calmed down and accepted the fact that Zhu Wushi had become the emperor.

In the palace.

Zhu Yuanzhang and his family sat together, enjoying lunch in perfect harmony.

"Houzhao, you will come back with me to cultivate tomorrow. This world will be left to Wushi from now on!" Zhu Yuanzhang put down his chopsticks and said suddenly.

"Yes, my ancestor."

Just then, a eunuch announced loudly, "Your Majesty and His Majesty the Great Ancestor, Princess Yunluo requests an audience."

"Let her in."

"Greetings, Ancestor!" Yunluo ran in, her little face beaming with a smile. "Ancestor, I also want to cultivate immortality."