Taisu Kingdom, outside Xuanshenjing, about 11,000 leagues away from Lichen Mountain, south of Xuanshui River, Emperor Yuanping, the leader of Taisu Kingdom, stood on the newly renovated bronze crane platform, looking at the place below him with satisfaction.
, that beautifully decorated garden.
"Yes, yes. The Li Qing family is indeed a master of gardening, and the Bronze Crane Tower is exactly what I like. I found him the right person to take charge of the renovation of the Bronze Crane Tower."
As if he was indeed satisfied, Emperor Yuan Ping's face was flushed: "The edict was passed to commend Li Qing, the minister of the Ministry of Works, who is planning to take over as the Minister of the Ministry of Works in the next year. The current Minister of the Ministry of Works, Yuan Xiu, also played a central role this time.
, can be transferred to another position or called by another person."
Many of the ministers and eunuch attendants who were following him were all smiling when they heard this. Immediately, someone from Zhongshushe followed the order and wrote a formal edict.
However, among the people accompanying him, although there were more than ten people who looked happy, there were also a few who looked worried.
The Tonghe Tower was built in the past when Taizu of the Taisu Dynasty was in his prime. Before Taizu became emperor, he defeated millions of troops from the Northern Xuan Kingdom in the north. When he returned to the imperial court, he passed south of the Xuan River.
, I stayed at Xuanshan Mountain at night and saw golden light rising from the ground. I dug up the next day and found a bronze crane.
So some ministers said that in the past, Hao's mother dreamed that the jade crane was in her arms and gave birth to Shang Hao, and this 'Shang Hao' was the sixth generation human emperor in the past.
When Taizu heard this, he couldn't help but be overjoyed, so he decided to build the Bronze Bird Tower on Xuanshui to demonstrate his achievements in pacifying the four seas.
When the Tonghe Tower was first built, it was very beautiful and majestic. However, the Emperor Taizu was frugal by nature and it was time to bring peace to the world, so he did not spend much financial resources. The entire Tonghe Tower only cost more than 200 Guangsha.
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But the successive emperors of the Taisu Dynasty liked the beautiful scenery here and the warm winters as a spring, so it could be used as a place to escape the cold. They repeatedly expanded the bronze crane platform, and now it has become a palace, covering an area of more than a thousand miles, with thirty or so luxurious houses.
Ten thousand rooms can accommodate the entire Taisu court and all civil and military officials. There are also 400 large and small courtyards, countless hunting grounds, and nearly a thousand hot springs. It can be said to be extravagant to the extreme.
The Tonghe Tower was last renovated fifty years ago, so it could still be used for hundreds of years. However, Emperor Yuanping insisted on repairing and expanding the platform despite all opinions, and did not hesitate to spend money from the treasury for it. He was criticized several times for this.
A minister.
Therefore, in the eyes of those upright ministers, this move wasted money, wasted the country's power, and was a cowardly move. They also regarded the Ministry of Works and the Ministry of Supervision as traitors.
Today, the Tonghe Tower was completed. Those two people were promoted to high-ranking positions, but I don’t know how much people’s fat and money were wasted. How many corpses of civilians were buried under this magnificent palace?
"I congratulate Your Majesty, your twenty-year wish has been fulfilled today!"
An old man with a white beard among the ministers joked with a smile: "It is said that this is a double happiness. In a few days, I am afraid that there will be no more Lichen Sect in this world. If we can take advantage of the situation and take back the Taoist temples that govern the outer fields in this country,
At that time, your majesty’s achievements will be comparable to those of the previous emperors of our Taisu dynasty, and our dynasty will surely be rejuvenated!”
When Emperor Yuan Ping heard this, he couldn't help but smile more and more. For a moment, he felt high-spirited. He put his hands behind his hands and looked eastward and said: "I am facing those immortal cultivators, relying on Lichen as my support, and they are breaking the law and banning. I and you all
The late emperor has been suffering for a long time. Those Taoist temples in the fields are also the heart disease of the previous emperors of our dynasty, occupying nearly 10% of the land of our dynasty.
However, because of the power of the Lichen Sect, I have never dared to act rashly, refused to pay land taxes, and were not subject to control, which made several of my imperial ancestors die in depression. If I can achieve my wish this time, that would be the best. By the way, now
What's the situation at Lichen Mountain? Taoist Master and Shantideva Tathagata, I don't know if they can successfully capture Lichen Mountain?"
After all, there is still some worry. If the Lichen Mountain cannot be successfully taken, Tai Suchao may not be able to withstand the crazy revenge of the Lichen Sect.
They said that there would be definite news within fifteen days, but now it is already the tenth day.
"Father, there is no need to worry. News came from the other side not long ago, saying that Li Chen could not hold on any longer. If the Xuanbi Immortal King did not return, then within one day at most, the entire Li Chen Sect could be wiped out.
Massacre."
The person who answered was the accompanying Third Prince Yan Wang Li Longxian. He replied with a relaxed smile: "This battle was not only fought by the two Buddhas Xuande and Buddhism. It is said that the Red Fire State of Antarctica also participated. Several Taoist ancestors joined forces.
To suppress it, more than a dozen Daluo worked together. The Lichen Sect was the enemy of a quarter of the world. How could it be invincible? The Yuan Guoshi also asked his ministers to convey this, and he would not disappoint His Majesty. He must have understood.
In the next two days, my father will know the good news."
He had been imprisoned for a period of time because of the Lichen Sect's accusations. Not only was he thin, but his face was also slightly pale, as if he would collapse in the wind.
Emperor Yuan Ping felt quite distressed when he saw this. He knew that this beloved son had actually suffered for others. However, after hearing this, he still smiled dumbly and said: "Won't you let me down? It's better not to let him down himself. Yuan Guo
The master has often had grudges with the Li Chen Sect, but he has tolerated it many times. This time, we must go all out to attack Li Chen."
Hearing what Yan King Li Longxian said, he felt a little more at peace in his heart. Indeed, this time the four Taoist ancestors were in charge, how could they be invincible?
Even if the Lichen Sect is not captured, Taisu **** has such a few powerful and powerful reinforcements, and the losses afterwards should not be too heavy.
Thinking that the thorn in his heart would be removed soon, he felt extremely happy. Over the years, Yuan Wenshu, the national master, is not the only one who has been full of resentment towards the Lichen Sect?
"By the way, Long Chen, you only said that if Xuanbi does not return, Lichen Mountain will definitely fall within a day or two. But you did not say what will happen after Xuanbi returns?"
Although he is the emperor of a country and the lord of the mortal world, he also knows the majestic reputation of the Xuanbi Great Immortal, and even more aware of what a terrifying existence the 'Taixiao Zhou Tianlun' is.
"There is no need to worry about this! Shantideva Tathagata has long been prepared. If the Great Immortal Xuanbi does not return, it will be fine. There is still a glimmer of hope for Lichen's lineage. But if he really threatens the 'Taixiao Zhou Tianlun' to return to Lichen, he will definitely suffer.
It's a huge loss. Maybe Lichen's last hope of inheriting the Taoist tradition will be cut off."
Li Longxian coughed lightly before continuing: "The Tathagata has said that even if his plan fails, we can calmly clip his wings first. If the Li Chen Sect has no minions, there will only be three great Luo in charge.
, it’s also of no use. Just lingering.
Panting, Tiandong can only last a few thousand more years at most. The Buddhist sect, Huang Zu and Xuande Taoist have also promised to keep my Taisu Dynasty safe and sound. With this promise, I, Taisu
Chao Guozuo, you can sleep peacefully for hundreds of thousands of years."
Emperor Yuanping couldn't help but nodded slightly with satisfaction, but at this moment, one of the many ministers in the rear suddenly stepped out of the queue.
"I do not agree with the words of King Yan! Your Majesty's move is nothing more than inviting a wolf into the house. The Lichen Sect has made great contributions to our royal family. Although its vassal Dao Sect has repeatedly violated the prohibition, it has no major faults. We have turned against each other and committed treachery.
If we join forces with the demon clan, we may be able to benefit for a while, but we are afraid that we will cause endless troubles in the future."
Emperor Yuanping was stunned for a moment, looked sideways, and then narrowed his eyes slightly, showing a bit of sternness. The person who made such strange remarks was Li Chunchen, the concubine of the left. He couldn't help but subconsciously glanced in the direction of the prince again.
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The so-called Zuo Shuzi is the chief official of Zuo Chunfang of the Zhanshi Mansion in the East Palace. He is responsible for cashiering the prince's orders, formulating regulations and admonishing, and advising the prime minister. He is one of the most important wings under the prince's command.
Therefore, Emperor Yuanping instinctively thought that this was the prince's envoy. He was dissatisfied with King Yan Li Longxian for being favored by him, and for the fact that the miraculous feat of cutting off Li Chen was obtained by King Yan.
However, when Emperor Yuanping looked over, he saw that the prince Li Longjia had a look of panic and surprise on his face, and his hands and feet were at a loss.
It seems that it is not a hypocrite. Zuo Shuzi's move should really make his own opinions. Emperor Yuanping still snorted coldly. How can he be worthy of being the king of a country if he is so timid and has no one to take responsibility for?
He didn't bother to reprimand the prince, but turned his gaze back to Zuo Shuzi: "This is strange, I would like to hear it, how did I lure the wolf into the house? How did I betray my trust? What harm can I do?"
The voice was low and murderous, making all the subordinates here shudder.
Li Chunchen glanced at Emperor Yuan Ping intently, then his eyelids drooped, his expression was dead. He knelt down and bowed to the ground, and then said: "I just want to ask, after expelling the Lichen Sect, are the disciples of the Buddhist and Nanhai sects like this?
Don’t you know how to privately store Lingtian mineral deposits? Don’t you know how to use magic to ban people? Mahayana Buddhism has a deep foundation, and what it plans
The Yuanhuang Shenzhou in the West, almost half of the land, is a Buddhist kingdom. As for Xuande Dao Zun, he has always acted arrogantly and arrogantly, causing the South China Sea to be filled with smoke and making life difficult for the people. After destroying a Lichen Sect, he invited another
Killing two jackals, isn't this just inviting wolves into the house? I expect that in the future, the disciples from the three islands of the South China Sea will be arrogant and domineering.
It will be better than today's Lichen. As for betrayal, I heard that in the past when Taizu founded the country, he received help from Lichen several times. There were two major disasters and three great demon disasters before and after our dynasty. It was also with Lichen's help that we were able to turn the crisis into peace.
For such a great virtue, my court has not repaid me with anything. Now, not only am I ungrateful, but I have done this cruel thing to my benefactor. Li
Chen was not guilty, but our court sent out a large number of troops to attack. I am afraid that if this matter is spread, the people of the world will become cold-blooded because of our actions. As for the disaster, the Golden Crow clan of the Great Sun rebuilt the royal court, and the Purple Sun State of Dongyuan fell.
, I have no barrier to the east. I am afraid that in the future, the territory of the East China Sea will be subject to constant disputes, and the demon clan will be as troubled as the North Sea."
Emperor Yuan Ping's complexion became even more livid, and his right hand was trembling slightly. King Yan Li Longxian also had a cold expression, but at this time he smiled and said: "Zuo Shuzi's words are wrong. The Taoist Xuande and the Mahayana Buddhism are indeed very powerful.
, does have its own plans for the land of Tiandong. However, precisely because of this, these two families will definitely have conflicts in the future. Wouldn’t it be more convenient for our government to check and balance? Li Chen is kind to me.
Su Guo, the honors and honors I have accumulated over the years have been enough to repay. What happened this time is that Lichen’s disciples did not know how to restrain themselves, did not hesitate to use their luck, and brought disaster upon themselves! The so-called unjust people have few helpers, and I will help them.
You are just following the crowd. As for the Great Sun Golden Crow clan rebuilding the royal court, if the monster clan to the east really wants to cause trouble in China, how can Taoist Xuande and Mahayana Buddhism sit idly by in the future?"
He spoke softly, and with every word he spoke, Emperor Yuanping's expression softened even more. The ministers and eunuchs around him also took it seriously and smiled one after another.
Li Chunchen was not convinced. Instead, he smiled with a sarcastic look in his eyes: "Of course!"