Villain: After I died, all the heroines cried themselves to sleep.

The rain continued to fall.

Blood flowed freely on the muddy ground.

Under the protection of the imperial guards, Luo Zheng watched as the armored warriors cleared away the assassins' corpses.

The timing of this assassination was indeed excellent.

Unfortunately, they chose the wrong target.

After Luo Zheng became the Emperor of Han, his talent and personality underwent a transformation.

……

Name: Luo Zheng

[Personality: Shameless, self-centered, insatiably greedy, ambitious, and domineering]

[Talents: Harmony of Heaven and Man (SS), Son of the Black Bird (S), Destiny of the Ancestral Dragon (S), Possessed by Evil Spirits (A++)]

[Realm: Heavenly Dipper Third Transformation]

[Cultivation Techniques: Primordial Heart Method (D), Primordial Essence Heart Method (D), Primordial Beginning Heart Method (D), Taiyi Scripture (S), Shaohao White Emperor Scripture (S+)]

[Spiritual Skills: Clear Shadow Sword Technique (A), White Emperor Sword Technique (S), Divine Firmament Sword Technique (S+)]

……

Among them, the talent of "harmony between man and nature" gives Luo Zheng an extremely keen sense of danger.

Therefore, he had already foreseen the impending crisis before he descended the mountain.

Make arrangements in advance.

The operation ended with the loss of a vehicle and heavy casualties among the assassins.

"King Zheng of Liang, your sins are as numerous as the heavens and your evil deeds as deep as the earth. You bear the burden of the bloodshed of ten kingdoms and a hundred generations. Only by eliminating you can the world find peace!"

Luo Zheng recalled the last words of those assassins.

These assassins were not nameless figures; some were highly respected figures, while others were chivalrous heroes.

They gathered here to assassinate Luo Zheng, not for personal gain, but for justice.

Or rather, the whole world.

"Whether it's the way of the king or the way of the tyrant, as long as I live, disaster will befall the world."

Luo Zheng thought to himself.

According to his predetermined fate, King Liang Zheng would die hastily at the hands of his concubines.

Perhaps it was a helpless choice he made in the face of fate.

This perfectly fulfilled Guan Yinzi's divine plan.

Everything is already set in stone.

Luo Zheng snapped out of his daze and turned to head towards Xu Daoyun's carriage.

Although the locations differed, Liang King Zheng in history also suffered a similar assassination attempt, and the mastermind behind it all...

"It seems your brother has already taken advantage of the chaos to escape."

Luo Zheng glanced at Xu Daoyun.

"...Yes, he said something interesting to me, and then he turned and ran away. Your Majesty can send people to hunt him down."

Xu Daoyun did not hide anything and decisively chose to kill her brother for the greater good.

As she said this, she blinked again.

"Doesn't Your Majesty want to know what he told me?"

"What did he say?"

Luo Zheng's interest was piqued by Xu Daoyun's suspense.

Even enemies had to admit that Seo Hyun, his brother-in-law, was a resourceful and intelligent man.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have failed in his assassination attempt on Liang Wang Zheng and would still be living peacefully in the world.

"Does Your Majesty still remember how he used me to help the Liang Kingdom seize the throne?"

Xu Daoyun looked at Luo Zheng.

"Oh? Is he trying to use this to plead with me?"

Luo Zheng raised his eyebrows.

Xu Daoyun shook her head and then spoke.

"He told me that the war between the ten kingdoms over the years had caused bloodthirsty demonic energy to permeate the world, eroding the fortune of the human race and eventually bringing disaster and chaos to the world."

Since the Yin and Shang dynasties, there has been no shortage of reclusive masters like Guan Yinzi who were able to glimpse the secrets of heaven and destiny.

These people live in seclusion, secretly maintaining the flow of human destiny.

Huang Shigong, whom Xu Xian once studied under, was one of them.

Long ago, they discovered that the chaos among the ten kingdoms was causing the decline of human fortune.

However, directly attacking the feudal lords would incur karmic consequences, so the only option was to indirectly intervene in human affairs by teaching disciples.

As a result, after Luo Zheng ascended the throne, he instigated wars throughout the land year after year, causing countless massacres. After the Battle of Shangdang, he caused the bloodthirsty demonic energy to soar into the sky.

Ultimately, it merged with the fortunes of Luo Zheng and the Liang Kingdom, forming a powerful force that swept across the world.

Seeing that the tide had turned against them, some suggested that they should do the opposite and help the Liang Kingdom obtain the Mandate of Heaven.

By then.

Luo Zheng will become a vessel for the demonic energy of the world.

All that's needed then is to kill Luo Zheng.

The demonic energy vanished instantly.

Disaster will not befall you.

[By chance, you seem to have touched upon a part of the truth of the world.]

"..."

Luo Zheng was also shocked after hearing this.

No wonder the conquest of the Nine Kingdoms became so easy after the Battle of Shangdang.

So it turns out they planned to make him bear the sins of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, and then kill him to wipe away the past sins.

To some extent, this is also a calculated move that goes with the flow.

If it weren't for the system's task.

Luo Zheng himself even considered committing suicide.

but.

He still managed to capture it keenly.

There seems to be a flaw hidden in this.

My brother called this strategy "destruction before construction".

"Destruction before construction? What a wonderful concept of destruction before construction!"

Luo Zheng clapped his hands.

He approved of Xu Xian's plan.

Xu Daoyun showed no sign of a smile.

Her face was solemn as she stared intently at Luo Zheng.

"So what my brother said is true? His Majesty bears the sins of the world, and sooner or later he will be devoured by them, bringing calamity and chaos?"

"So what? I am the true Son of Heaven, and I have no fear of mere demonic energy. You need not say more about this matter; I know what I'm doing."

Luo Zheng abruptly waved his hand, forcefully silencing Xu Daoyun.

Seeing that Xu Daoyun had a rare puffed-up face, indicating her dissatisfaction.

Luo Zheng felt a pang of guilt.

Fortunately, he was thick-skinned enough not to show it.

She even wanted to thank Seohyun for giving Seo Do-yun the motive to kill her.

……

Despite facing two assassination attempts, Luo Zheng's eastern tour did not end there.

After ordering a massive manhunt for the assassins to intimidate the remnants of the nine kingdoms.

He continued eastward until he reached the shore of the sea.

Gazing at the vast and boundless sea, Luo Zheng's mind became much clearer.

Destruction before construction is indeed a good strategy.

However, Xu Xian had his own clever plan, and Luo Zheng also had his own way to get around the problem.

Through what I learned about part of the truth from Xu Daoyun.

Luo Zheng had already discovered it.

Behind the scenes of this world, two forces are manipulating its development.

They use the world as a chessboard and all living beings as chess pieces; one side is creating bloodshed, while the other side is preventing disaster.

Although Luo Zheng himself was not a chess player, he was the key player who determined the outcome of the game.

Being on the chessboard, he naturally cannot see the truth of the world.

So what are some ways to get out of the game?

Of course the answer is yes.

The decisive moves of the great Han chess master often did not occur on the chessboard.

But on the chessboard itself.

"I've heard that beyond the vast ocean lie three immortal islands, the abode of immortals, where the elixir of immortality grows. As the Great Emperor of Han, how can I be without the elixir of immortality?"

Luo Zheng suddenly spoke to Zhang Mo, who was standing beside him.

"Zhang Zi, go to the East Sea or the Western Mountains in my stead and search for the legendary elixir of immortality! This is for the sake of all living beings!"

"...If it is for the sake of all living beings, then this humble subject will obey."

Zhang Mo hesitated for a moment, but finally accepted the imperial edict.

After all, he was well aware of the Han emperor's wisdom and prowess.

We can't exactly lie to him, can we?

Luo Zheng was unaware of Zhang Mo's thoughts.

Having accomplished this final goal, he began to lead his people back to Guanzhong.

When they passed through Daliang, Fairy Wangshu came to their door.

Luo Zheng's intimidating search for the assassin made her see his true, violent, and licentious nature.

Having no other choice, she has been tossing and turning these past few days, almost biting her lower lip until it bled.

In the end, they still succumbed to Luo Zheng's tyranny.

"You despicable little thief, you win."

The Fairy Wangshu was as cold as ice.

The thought that she had never been near a man in her life, yet now she was at his mercy, made her feel nervous and terrified.

She simply closed her eyes, not wanting anyone to see her vulnerable side.

As a result, the bullying never happened.

Fairy Wangshu looked up.

But Luo Zheng was seen admiring the bright moon pearl in his hand.

He completely ignored her.

"..."

Fairy Wangshu was stunned.

For some reason, I felt even angrier.

……

Luo Zhengzhi returned to Guanzhong in high spirits.

Fairy Wangshu did not follow.

This woman was shy and didn't want Tang Ning to know about this, so she only agreed to meet with Luo Zheng regularly.

Luo Zheng didn't care, since he had already completed the collection of beauties and treasures from the ten kingdoms.

Moreover, the thrill of a clandestine rendezvous has a unique charm.

He also has to race against time.

Although everything is already predetermined, any action he takes will hasten the arrival of disaster.

But the so-called "doing nothing yet accomplishing everything" means going with the flow.

He was prepared to follow his original script.

To build the grandest stage.

Then, a death that will be etched in the memory of the entire world will unfold.

……

In the autumn of the second year of Han Dynasty.

Luo Zheng toured the northern frontier, while Teng Mian drove the northern barbarians a thousand miles away.

To commemorate Teng Mian's achievements, Luo Zheng ordered the construction of a shrine to honor the great generals of the Chinese people who had historically driven out barbarians and pacified the Rong tribes.

At the same time, he also ordered Teng Mian to conscript troops to build the Great Wall from Longxi to Liaodong.

To defend against the northern barbarians.

"Your Majesty, now that the northern barbarians have been pacified, the construction of the Great Wall should be delayed rather than rushed!"

"I am taking precautions."

Spring of the third year of the Han Dynasty.

Luo Zheng ordered the construction of straight roads and canals to connect all parts of the country.

They also increased manpower to expedite the construction of the Epang Palace in Shanglin Garden.

The Imperial Secretary Xu Xin knelt down, stating that the national treasury was empty and the people were exhausted, so large-scale construction projects could no longer be undertaken.

"Money is not a problem."

Luo Zheng summoned Lady Qing of Ba County.

With a little trickery, he secured a large investment.

However, it is said that the two empress dowagers in the inner palace were not very happy.

That autumn.

Luo Zheng began his fourth tour.

He traveled along the straight road to Guandong, where he was repeatedly targeted by remnants of noble families from nine kingdoms, as well as assassins from righteous heroes.

Among them were even reclusive powerhouses at the Heavenly Origin Realm who made a move.

Fortunately, they all managed to escape danger in the end.

Unfortunately.

During this tour, the women of the harem discovered...

It seems that Luo Zheng is having secret rendezvous with other women.

It seems there's more than one.

Luo Zheng remained silent.

They just kept building wonders.

He collected all the weapons in the land, gathered them in Chang'an, melted down the blades and arrowheads, and cast them into twelve bronze statues to weaken the people of the land.

Furthermore, they recast the Nine Tripods to suppress the fortunes of the nine provinces.

Even Prime Ministers Feng and Li were baffled by this.

Intimidated by Luo Zheng's current authority, they only dared to hint at it indirectly.

"Your Majesty, spectacular sights are ruining the country!"

However, Luo Zheng's greed had already reached its limit.

No dissenting voices will be tolerated.

The fourth year of the Han Dynasty.

That year, the world changed.

Various extraordinary phenomena have emerged in different parts of the world.

Many people have noticed that the spiritual energy of heaven and earth seems to be reviving, making spiritual martial arts cultivation much faster.

However, truly insightful people know this.

This is a final burst of energy before the great calamity strikes, a sign that the balance of heaven and earth has been broken.

Various rumors and gossip circulated throughout the nine regions of Guandong, and several sects gradually emerged in the martial arts world.

Although the development of Mohist technology greatly improved productivity, making various corvée labor easier and reducing the likelihood of casualties, the Mohist people were still able to carry out their missions.

However, corvée labor still existed, and the people lived extremely hard lives.

As a result, the trend of opposing the Han system and longing for the Zhou rites began to revive.

Luo Zheng was furious when he heard about this.

He immediately ordered his men to collect these heretical books and arrest the so-called Confucian scholars who were spreading falsehoods and misleading the public.

Then they gathered together, burned heretical books, and buried evil followers alive.

To serve as a warning to others.

The effect was immediate, and the trend of skewness stopped abruptly.

But it has not disappeared; it is simply hidden in the hearts of people all over the world.

They dared not speak out, yet they were filled with anger.

until.

The fifth year of the Han Dynasty.

It was also the 800th year of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

As winter turned to spring, the little sparrow from years ago returned to Chang'an and brought Luo Zheng an egg.

Upon hearing this, the women of the harem all came to see.

Xia Ji observed the bird eggs for a long time, and everyone thought she had some profound insights to share.

She said that the bird eggs might taste delicious if cooked.

This earned him glares from everyone.

Just then, the bird's egg cracked open on its own.

It was completely empty inside.

The women were puzzled, but Luo Zheng didn't seem to care.

Looking up at the sky, the world was shrouded in bloodthirsty demonic energy, and only a sliver of human fortune remained.

Luo Zheng decided to hold one last parade.

The night before the trip.

When Mars guards the heart, the stars shift and their constellations change.

Zhang Mo, who had returned from searching for the elixir of immortality, declared this a terrible omen.

Luo Zheng ignored the advice and insisted on going.

Not long after leaving Guanzhong.

More news has arrived.

Dragons and snakes rose from the land in the nine regions of Kanto, and meteorites fell from the sky.

The inscription contains seven characters.

"When the Han emperor died, the land was divided."

A red dragon emerged from the river carrying a jade disc.

The inscription contained five characters.

"The First Emperor will die this year."

Thus, the close attendants and high-ranking officials accompanying Luo Zheng also advised him to return to Guanzhong.

Luo Zheng still wouldn't listen.

The group continued towards the Kanto region.

Perhaps it was an ominous sign, but during the tour, Luo Zheng often had dreams.

Transforming into a black bird, it flew to Mount Wu, where it made clouds and rain with the goddesses of Mount Wu, enjoying itself immensely.

Looking at the women of the harem who accompanied him, their expressions were also strange.

And then they reached the sand dunes.

The parade took a short break here.

Several more days passed.

One morning, Luo Zheng was late in getting up.

Xia Ji was worried about Luo Zheng, so she went with Zhao Ji to knock on the door.

There was no response from inside the room.

When the women of the harem pushed open the door and entered, they came to Luo Zheng's bedside.

Everyone's face turned deathly pale instantly.

Luo Zheng was covered in blood.

There was no sign of life.