C15 (1/2)
”What?” You actually want to bestow that Thunder Slaying Sword to me? ”
Hong Yu was shocked and delighted in his heart.
The two treasured swords from before were entangled with lightning, the sword Qis soared into the sky, turning into streaks of light as they shuttled back and forth over a hundred steps. The myriad of mysteries were deeply imprinted into his mind, he never thought that the Celestial Emperor Hongwu would actually say such words!
This was the same as having Old Twenty-Eight cut his flesh and give the treasured sword to his enemy!
However, although he was happy, he did not lose his mind. He pretended to be frightened and waved his hands: ”This sword is just a precious bead covered in dust when it falls into my hands. Two treasured swords, extremely precious. With all sorts of strange appearances, I do not dare to snatch the love of twenty-eight brothers! ”
”Pretend to be your mother!” ”It seems that your heart has been blooming with joy, you damned good-for-nothing fool …”
The 28th Prince's anger was surging. He was constantly cursing and roaring in his heart. His silver teeth were broken, but he just couldn't do anything to Hong Yu. He even had to force his brothers to act harmoniously.
Suppressing his anger, he picked up the sword and handed it to Hong Yu: ”No! This sword is indeed worthy of being called a hero, but my thirty-sixth brother must accept this sword, he cannot disappoint royal father's painstaking efforts! ”
At this moment, Hong Yu's heart was already filled with joy and he almost couldn't hold back his laughter. He took a deep breath and finally received the sword, with a face full of unquenchable kindness, and fear: ”Twenty-eighth brother, you really are magnanimous. You view treasures as external objects, so what should I do …”
Seeing the two of them decline, the civil and military officials of the imperial court could not help but feel a sense of solemnity as they thought of this' good acting skill '. They could not help but smile and became even more serious!
The two of them had a hatred as deep as the ocean. They had probably silently cursed each other more than a thousand times in their hearts, but they were able to remain calm and even put on a show of brotherly modesty and fraternity. It was simply inconceivable!
The twenty-eight princes had been taught by the forces behind them since they were young. They had this kind of political awareness, so it was understandable. However, the true wisdom that Hong Yu displayed truly frightened the entire imperial court.
”We have a hundred sons, and each of them is extraordinary. Little Thirty-six is outstanding, and Old Twenty-eight is as well! The princes who have ascended to the throne, the palaces, and the constant struggles between the parties, all these are the origins of the successive dynasties of history and should be guarded against. This time, although the old twenty-nine is a little muddle-headed, it still reminds us of something. ”
Seeing that, the Great Emperor nodded his head in satisfaction, and then started on the main topic: ”I have a hundred sons, although the Crown Prince has established himself, everyone is moved, they covet my position, I want to be the ruler of the world, and wipe out all the abuses that have occurred for the past ten thousand years, and in ten days, the Martial Arts Entrance Ceremony will be held in advance. Outside the mountain, the three barbarians have caused trouble. This time, after the Martial Arts Competition, I want to take Bai Zi in as my personal army. Bai Zi can kill the barbarians and fight for the throne.
In the future, when he rushed to the prince's empire, he could do so as well. However, in the future, if anyone dares to interfere in the matter of seizing the throne and stir up trouble, don't blame me for being impolite. ”
As he finished speaking, his killing intent soared to the heavens. Everyone could sense the determination of the Celestial Emperor Hongwu to change the system.
”Father's actions are truly bold!”
Hong Yu quivered and immediately praised: ”In the history books, this son has seen, the Ancient Son of Heaven ruling the human world, with the birth of a prince, the Ancient Son of Heaven bestowing the title of king, ruling over the land, governing over the lands for a long period of time, royal father's action is to restore the Ancient Rites, abolish the system of counties, eliminate the calamity caused by the prince's seizing the throne, and even royal father is more imposing than the Ancient Son of heaven, wanting to wipe out the chaos of the Three Barbarians, to start a war and to rule over the entire world. This son is willing to participate in the enthronement ceremony and follow father out to war. As a pawn in front of a horse, I will exterminate the barbarians and establish a border. We will witness the birth of a miracle together! ”
”Haha, Little Thirty-Six is right!” ”I want to tear the world apart and create a new era that has never been seen before!” He ordered left and right, ”Send my orders. Thirty-sixth prince, knowledgeable, knowledgeable in ancient ceremonies, meritorious service done by your mother's tomb, your filial piety is commendable, and you have mastered martial arts, you will be awarded the title of Royal Highness Duke of Guanyu, you will be rewarded with a manor. After the Martial Arts Grand Ceremony, you will be officially appointed as the overseer for the night.
”Thank you Imperial Father, your son is terrified!” Hong Yu suddenly trembled and was ecstatic in his heart. He knew that his gamble was finally correct!
First, he displayed the Heavenly Son Fist Aura, revealing his value. Now, after the Celestial Emperor Hongwu announced the New Deal, he was the first one to receive praise.
The civil and military officials, princes and officials, and even princes and imperial concubines, all had shocked and tongue-tied looks on their faces.
The foolish prince in the eyes of the masses had actually obtained his recognition and soared to the heavens in a single leap!
So far, there were only eight dukes in the Imperial Court, but now that Hong Yu had been conferred the title of 'King Yu', he immediately became the ninth one, suppressing quite a few princes in one fell swoop!
The crux of the matter was that after Hong Yu became a duke, he would be able to open up his residence and build up his family. He would be able to obtain all sorts of jobs, win over ministers, and raise martial arts experts as hanger-ons.
Many of those who had once bullied Hong Yu were now trembling with fear and trepidation. They had already thought of the various kinds of revenge Hong Yu would receive once he gained power!
Even more ambitious princes started to secretly be vigilant.
The thirteen prefectures of Great Hong City were the true center of the continent, a bustling area. No matter what the Great Celestial Emperor Hong Wu said, 'Attack the mountains of the two realms, rule the land, and rule the land', even if he said the words' flowers, he would not be able to shake their true ambitions!
How desolate and barbaric was it to be assigned to the Three Barbarians? Who in the heart of the thirteen prefectures would be able to claim the title of emperor and command the dukes of the various kingdoms to come here with so much power?
However, the first step on the road to becoming the next heir was to become a 'duke'. Only then would one have the qualifications to establish their own power, and their status would be above that of the other princes.
However, Hong Yu had soared up to the heavens in one step and obtained the title of duke that they yearned for in their dreams. He was on par with the other eight dukes and the Eastern Palace Crown Prince, becoming a great opponent on their way to ascending the throne.
”Imperial Father, before this, I had not yet decided the victor of the battle between me and Duke Yu. I am willing to remove the True Martial Seal in my body and cripple my own cultivation. I will once again participate in the Martial Competition. I will once again fight with Duke Yu and decide the victor!”
The twenty-eighth prince stepped forward, his heart's jealousy and hatred towards Hong Yu, he could no longer restrain it. His eyes were cold and his killing intent revealed itself: ”I beg for royal father's consent!”
His entire body shook like a sieve, as if an enormous pain had struck his heart and lungs. His expression gradually became malevolent, and with a flash of light, a small, bloody, three-inch token appeared in his hand.
On the token, the words' Zhen Wu 'were engraved on it. Six streams of black infernal energy swirled around and constantly dissipated. The light was incomparably dim. Hong Anshan's aura immediately weakened and he fell to the bottom!