The Emperor of Ziyou was like a wounded lion, glaring fiercely at the civil and military officials present.
"I used to laugh at Yutang's emperor. He didn't have many noble families with strong foundations under him. Even when he had the help of some, they were all loyal to the empire, like the Leng Family, the Shangguan Family of Generals, and the Fang Family … However, these noble families had all lost their bloodlines in the years of war. There was no one to carry on their legacy, only a legend remains!"
"But what was the meaning of such a legend? What was its value?"
"I used to think that they no longer had any superior martial power, that they were a pile of loose sand! They were only waiting for a suitable opportunity to disperse with a single strike. How could the Tower of Sand survive for long? "
"But today, I finally know what Yu Peize has. I am truly envious and jealous of him!"
"I was wrong! I was wrong from the very beginning. I was gravely wrong, so wrong that I can't explain myself! "
"It's not that they don't have the so-called noble families with strong foundations, it's because Yutang's noble families have all died fighting for the empire! If it weren't for their sacrifice, how could Yutang, who was surrounded by enemies on all sides, have held on until now? "
"To have the support of such noble families, to have such loyal officials, how can I not be envious and jealous?"
"In the past, I was very fortunate that Ziyou still had so many elite martial artists. Ziyou would never have to worry, never to fall. Now, I know the truth, I know the reality. It turns out that these elite martial artists in my eyes, the experts who guard Ziyou, are all cowards who are afraid of death!"
"The reason they can live for so long is because they've never gone to the battlefield. They don't dare to go to the battlefield, that's why they've survived!"
"Because they've never contributed to the empire, never contributed, never sacrificed. Of course, they can survive!"
"The so-called casualties of Ziyou's warriors, the gains and losses of Ziyou's land, and the Empire of Ziyou's honor and disgrace – none of these matters mattered to them. Of course, they could survive. Living a peaceful life is the way to immortality!"
"Therefore, they, who have always existed in this world, have become kings! What kind of sages are they? Then, they have become your watchdogs! You heard me right! You! You! "
"I've thought about it before. The Nine Heavens Demesne was indeed in Ziyou and not Yutang. I would have long unified the world! But now that I think about it, I was wrong! Indeed, the Nine Heavens Demesne had fallen into Ziyou back then. With so many powerful aristocratic families in my country, how could I have protected this piece of land? I have long lost my empire! "
"If my Ziyou were to be attacked by five enemies like Yutang, how could I have defended myself? Not to mention eight to ten years, three to five years, even if it is only a year and a half, I have no confidence! "
"Yet, Yutang has been able to stand guard until now. Their ambition to conquer Tianxuan has never died!"
"What right do I have to be mentioned in the same breath as Emperor of Yutang, Yu Peize? The difference is too great, too great!"
"Such an Emperor of Yutang! Extreme admiration! F * cking hell, what a great emperor, what a great ruler! "The Emperor of Ziyou screamed at the top of his lungs," This is a f * cking great emperor! "
"Hu … hu …"
Emperor of Ziyou was panting heavily.
None of the twenty or so ministers present dared to raise their heads to speak.
The main thing was that he had nothing to say.
Indeed, what the Emperor of Ziyou had said was the undeniable truth.
Ziyou's military might could not keep Supreme Cloud, who had all his powers sealed away?
What kind of joke was this?
It was impossible!
However, there were still hundreds of thousands of troops attacking from all sides. The encirclement was so tight that not even a fly could escape!
Could Supreme Cloud have ascended to heaven?
Everyone was thinking that they should wait a little longer. Perhaps, the experts of the other families would have made their move and taken care of Supreme Cloud!
The risk of loss would be borne by the other families. It was enough as long as they did not suffer any losses!
As long as their combat power could be preserved, they might even be able to annex other forces and territories after this war.
Just like that, they waited and waited … until when everyone felt that things were not looking good and began to make their move …
Supreme Cloud had ascended to heaven!
They were only a short distance away from leaving the city. They were only one step away from it!
By then, it would be too late to do anything!
It would be too late to even regret it!
Selfish!
Self-serving!
These two points had ruined the Empire of Ziyou's chance to completely destroy the Nine Supremes!
The Emperor of Ziyou was remorseful.
"Lan Wuxin, Chancellor Lan, you've done your best in dealing with Supreme Cloud!" The Emperor of Ziyou said softly, "I don't blame you!"
Lan Wuxin sobbed, tears streaming down his face.
"I'm only curious now." The Emperor of Ziyou said with his eyes closed, "The Emperor of Yutang, Yu Peize … how did he withstand the storm from all sides? I ask myself, if I were in his shoes, how would I have handled it?"
All the civil and martial officials looked ashamed.
The Emperor of Ziyou's harsh words had spoken to the deepest part of everyone's heart!
Although it was uncomfortable, it made sense!
This was the truth!
Many of them were ashamed and regretful.
Just like what had been said earlier, it was too late. If regret was useful, there would not be so many regrets in this world!
The Emperor of Ziyou's voice came faintly, "Everyone, I've spoken my mind. Now, it's your turn to ask yourselves – if things were to start over, would you still do the same?"
The civil and martial officials were shaken when they heard him, thoughts running through their minds.
That's right, if things were to start over, what would we do?
No matter how much they thought about it, no one made a sound. Some of them even lowered their heads in shame.
Obviously, even if things were to start over, there might not be anyone or any family that would come to their aid!
…
The Emperor of Ziyou sighed helplessly at the sight before him, a bitter smile hanging on his face.
My officials, my arms, my backbone, my empire!
Hahahaha …
Suddenly, someone came in with a report.
"Your Majesty, Supreme Cloud didn't leave immediately after arriving outside the city. He said that he would return after an hour."
"What did he say exactly?" the Emperor of Ziyou asked in a low voice.
"Supreme Cloud said, 'I hope that there'll be someone here who can talk to me when the time comes.' He also said, 'I believe you all know what I want.' "
As soon as he said that, all the ministers felt their hearts tremble.
Supreme Cloud had barely escaped danger, but he didn't leave immediately. He even wanted to turn back.
What else do you want back?
What did he want?
I believe we know, but what do we know?
The Emperor of Ziyou chuckled coldly and said, "Ministers and officials, do you know what he wants? He said that he believes you all know! "
For a moment, the officials were deep in thought.
They could not figure it out. He had already left.
He actually came back.
What did he want?
…
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