Early the next morning.

Chen Jue took Shangyan to the protocol department of the Manu Empire. Their credentials were presented. I hope that I will have the opportunity to meet His Majesty the Emperor of the Manu Empire as soon as possible.

Jelu Hongji is a lord of success. in his tenure. He pursued a peaceful path of development. He cares about people's livelihood. Light requisition. Efforts to develop production. To establish a clear government, he is trying to eliminate all the evils left by the previous dynasty.

In good conscience. This Yelu Hongji is a pretty good King of Qingming. But his throne was in jeopardy. Chen Jue can fully understand the helplessness of an upright king in such a situation.

Come out of the protocol department. Chen Jue and Yan went straight to the Third Prince's mansion.

There's almost no need to ask. Along the way, there are carriages from the Third Prince's Mansion that run between the mansion and the market.

Come to a huge area in the central west area of Tianyun City, which is a complex of extremely luxurious and extravagant buildings. Even more magnificent than the Royal Palace.

Alloy gates. Precious mahogany, rhino horn. Ivory adorns the exterior of the complex,

Under Chen Jie's extreme vision. The whole palace has 18,22 rooms, all of which are made of small bluestone inlays. Then carefully tamp it with clay. It is more than 10 times tougher than a reinforced concrete building.

The interior decoration is even more fancy. It's even very vulgar. The luxury that is blindly pursued is contrary to the effect it wants to achieve. Worlds apart.

Come to the gatehouse. The rocks have their name thorns. Ten minutes later. There was a response from inside. said that the third prince was not there. The prospective crown princess is not there either.

Under Chen Jie's extreme vision. In a small, delicate little room. He clearly saw Tonya's figure. He even saw the porter put his name thorn in Tonya's hands.

Tonya glanced lightly at the famous thorn. It was casually thrown back into the hands of the porter. There was disdain in her eyes. It seems like something nasty bothered her.

Chen Jue saw this scene. I twitched tightly for no reason. In these five years. He was thinking about his agreement with Tonya all the time. Thinking about making their dreams come true together.

It's only been five years. In the long life of a cultivator. Just for a short moment. In these five years. What the hell happened between him and Tonya.

Just seven days ago, he received a message from a pit viper. The Great Forest of Horned Beasts has opened up a new channel of trade, which Her Majesty has personally requested. And she ordered the immediate cancellation of all agreements reached with Chen Duan.

Because the old man Gaia had a pretty good impression of Chen Du. As the patriarch, he continued to secretly maintain the deal with Chen Jie.

What's going on here. Is it just blind love? Or is there something else?

When Chen Jue and Yan came to a teahouse. They walked in.

There weren't many people in the teahouse at this time. Chen Jue and Yan found a secluded table and sat down.

Chen Jue and Yan each ordered some refreshments.

Half an hour later, a lot of guests walked in one after another. They all came for morning tea and breakfast. At this time. It became very noisy in the teahouse:

"Hey, have you heard about the Ghostface team that has appeared recently?"

"How could it not have been heard? Now the word has spread throughout the Manu Empire. These people are amazing. It's only taken so long to kill so many people. What a pervert. ”

"I've heard that the people they killed were deserving to die. They did not kill innocents indiscriminately. ”

"How did our army become damned just for the sake of carrying out their mission?"

"Now that there is a conflict. There will be dead and wounded. It can only be said that the people of the Ghost Face Clans are too perverted. ”

"I'm weird. I heard that those people of the Ghostface Troop are slaves of our country. Why is it so powerful to form a warband? Is there something wrong with our empire's policy?"

"Be careful what you say. You don't want to die. ”

"Hey. Harem politics. The darling is lawless. There are three days in the day. The state has three masters. What is the sin of the people? An old scholar-like man sighed heavily. Wen crepe sighed.

"Cheng Xiucai. Let's not talk about state affairs. Let's talk about the wind and snow, and the parents can just sort it out. Ha ha. Someone suggested.

"Do you know that the third prince is going to take the side concubine again. She is a princess of the Northern Barbarian Empire. It seems that Princess Tonya's position is in danger. ”

"I think Sanzizi still likes Princess Tonya. The thirty-two side concubines he married were just a means for him to accumulate personal strength. Maybe he only has Princess Tonya in his heart. ”

"That's not a good thing to say. Wasn't the female captain of the dead Thunder Clans also the secret lover of the Third Prince? He didn't have to bother with it, did he? Could this be his love for Princess Tonya?"

"Since ancient times, there have been many thin lives, and since ancient times, men have been lucky. A woman's voice rang out.

"The situation in our Manu Empire is very delicate right now. If he still takes care of the feelings of children. Then the state of our empire will be even worse. ”

"I think it's a good thing that the third prince is indulged in his children's private affairs. Maybe it's better for the government to do this. Give our current Emperor His Majesty more ample space and time to maneuver. Perhaps our national strength will be even stronger. ”

"I don't think so. In times of peace, perhaps the Holy One is more comfortable today. But now it is at war with the nations. I think today's Empress Dowager Xiao. Or the third prince is more suitable to be a human king. Otherwise, His Royal Highness the General King is in charge of the government. These people will be stronger than the current Emperor and His Majesty. ”

Listen to these conversations. Chen Jue stood up and walked out of the teahouse with Yan. They were now going back to the villa that the Manu Empire Protocol had arranged for them.

When they walked to the door of their room. Unexpectedly, two messengers were waiting there. They are calm and polite.

Chen Jue also politely invited them into the room. Take a tea break.

After the two sides were seated, one of the tall and thin messengers came to understand their intentions. They were sent by the Holy Beings today to invite Chen to the palace for a talk.

Chen Jue understands very well the extremely embarrassing situation of Yelu Hongji now. His mother could take his throne at any moment. According to past history, people who were defeated in palace battles. Including his immediate family members are not eligible to live.

If Yelu Hongji loses his throne, it means losing his life and that of his wife and children. So he's going to fight to the death anyway.

There is hardly a loyal army at his disposal now. Even in his palace, he didn't feel safe.

Hear the narration and invitation of the Messenger of Jeruhonji. Chen Jue agreed. He sees it as an absolute opportunity. For Yelu Hongji, who also likes Huang Laozhi's learning. Chen Jue has a natural liking.

If possible, he would join forces with Yelu Hongji. Destroy his opponents once and for all.

Early the next morning. Chen Jue and Yan came to the palace. In a secluded private room. Chen Jue met Yelu Hongji.

Both sides sat down politely. Yan stood beside Chen Jie. Chen Jue raised his head and looked at Yan. He whispered, "You promise that no one will eavesdrop on and spy on my conversation with His Majesty Yelu. Those who dare to spy will be summarily executed. ”

Listened to this. There was a hint of anger on Yelu Hongji's face. He said lightly, "Lord Messenger." Looks like this is my place. It's not a good thing to be anti-customer-oriented, right?"

Chen Jue waved his hand to let Yan go out to carry out the order. Then he turned his head and stared at Yelu Hongji. said: "I am the Dragon Emperor. The master of the Empire of the Great Showdown. I'm not willing to let my hand stretch too long. I want my allies to survive. ”

Yelu Hongji looked at Chen Jue in a daze. Then a relieved expression appeared on his face. He asked, "You say we're allies? I'm already a dead man in the eyes of others." Are you willing to join forces with me at this time?

"Because we have the same philosophy of governance. I need comrades like you. I'm sure your purpose for looking for me has something to do with that, right?"

Yelu nodded, "Yes." I've gathered a very comprehensive collection of information about you. But we are the same about 'treating the people with kindness and advocating the learning of Huang Lao'. I wish my ideas and ideas would be successful. So I want to learn more about you as a person through your messenger. ”

Chen Jue smiled and said, "We might as well sign a secret agreement." I'll take the Manu Empire completely for you. Later, this place became a province of our Empire of the Great Fall. You are here to fully implement your policies. When the time comes, let's see if it is my policy of 'focusing on the law and supplementing the law of Huang Lao'. Or is it better for you to 'cultivate the mind and cultivate the character and let the people become self-reliant'? Develop more effective policies. How?"

Hear this. Yelu Hongji's face was full of light. said: "Are you really sure that you will take down the entire Manu Empire for me?

Chen Jue smiled indifferently: "You don't have to pay any price. All you have to do is promise me. Be an enlightened gentleman who is honest and kind, and has a good attitude. In the future, maybe I will hand over the entire Five Continents to you. ”

A star of tears flashed in Yelu Hongji's eyes. He nodded heavily. Said: "Now I, Yelu Hongji, only the order of the Dragon Emperor is obeyed. If there is a violation of the sky, five thunders will be hit. ”

Chen Jue smiled and said, "Brother Yelu, why is this so? as long as you have the heart to serve the people." What does it matter if you don't obey my commands? But I suggest you do it during such a critical time. It's best to follow the way of contingency. This is fundamental to our survival. ”

Yelu Hongji nodded. Stretched out his hand and tightly held Chen Jie's hands. Shake vigorously.

Chen Jue smiled hesitantly: "I hope you can advance by retreating." Take the initiative to give the throne to the third prince. Let him be regent for three years before Chan Rang. You know what I mean, right?"

Yelu Hongji's eyes flashed. Asked softly, "You mean to say." In these three years, you will be able to completely destroy their power?"

Chen Jue said contemptuously: "It won't take three years. It's just a program, but I'm going to make him ugly for three years. Completely lost the support of the people. Then he either surrendered his power. Or leave the Manu Empire. Or die. ”

Yelu Hongji looked at Chen Du with heavy eyes. said: "But there is a more difficult Empress Dowager Xiao to deal with. He's the real adversary. ”

Chen Jue shook his head lightly and said, "She is no longer worthy of being my opponent." When I humiliated his favorite male concubine greatly. She can only vent her grievances with the hand of a dummy. She is no longer the roaring and powerful Empress Dowager Xiao of the past. ”

Yelu Hongji asked with some confusion: "Why did this happen? Is my mother controlled by some people?"

Chen Jue nodded and said, "I suspect that the problem is with your third brother. Anyway. You start tomorrow. Announce your decision in court. Then fast and bathe for three years of vigil for your father. It was three years before you gave him the Zen position. Of course I'm not going to let him live until that day. When you are fully in control of the political situation. Then let your mother go to her palace and have a good time. As long as he doesn't interfere in your government. ”

Yelu Hongji nodded heavily. said, "Okay." I'll do as you say. ”

Chen Jue stood up. He said to Yelu Hongji, "You start preparing now. My Ghostface and Thunder Bands will live with you. You will never have a safety problem in the Mausoleum. Remember. People who live in the land of mausoleums. Must be someone who is completely loyal to you. ”

At this time, Chen Jie's extreme vision saw that there were already seven corpses lying outside the door. Chen Jue turned his head sideways. Asked Yelu Hongji: "My men killed the seven queen mothers and the third prince. Don't worry about that. Block everything tonight. Wait until tomorrow morning when you've announced your decision. Do not hesitate to move to the mausoleum immediately. ”

"Okay, I'll go get ready. Are you going to leave now?" Jeruhonji stood up. Walked in front of Chen Jie. Look at him cautiously.

Chen Jue nodded. He said, "There shouldn't be any safety reasons before you meditate. Since they have a very simple way to get the throne. They don't make things that complicated. "Finished. Chen Jue smiled. Turn around and walk out the door.

Come outside the gate. Yan walked over to Chen Jie's side. Hand him seven crystal bones. Then he quietly watched around. Chen Jue gently patted him on the shoulder. said: "You have done a good job. Now let's go. ”

Early the next morning,

Chen Jue and his team waited quietly on the road to the tomb of the former emperor on the outskirts. He wanted his two teams to increase their power as soon as possible with the help of his massive resources.

At the same time, he wants to solve the problem here as quickly as possible. Of course, most of the wealth here will go into his pocket.

And then there's Tonya. But yesterday he looked at Tonya's indifferent eyes from afar. There was a slight ache in his heart. This wasn't Tonya five years ago. It's not the naughty, kind one in his eyes. Tonya has big dreams.

It was 10 minutes and 5 seconds past 9 p.m.

Chen Jue saw a large group of men galloping towards them. The first one was Jelu Hongji. Behind it was a team of about 3,000 people. Have family. There are soldiers. There are a large number of items.

Three days later. They came to the mausoleum of the former emperor. There were about 30,000 guards there.

Chen Jue suggested that Yelu Hongji immediately send someone to take over and reorganize this force. Then under Chen Jie's planning. Formed a bronze wall like an iron wall of arch guard formation.

On the periphery of the mausoleum, Chen Du set up a full eighteen large traps.

Three more days passed. Chen Jue quietly left the mausoleum of the former emperor of the Manu Empire alone.