On the seventh day of the seventh month of the tenth year, the Scarlet Flame Army's Zhu Jinghong issued a declaration to exterminate the Fire Nation's royal family, announcing the seven crimes of the Fire Nation's royal family.
1. Colluding with the demons.
2. Acting arbitrarily.
3. Extorting taxes.
4. Warmongering.
5. Slaughtering innocents.
6. Shamelessly licentious.
7. Spending extravagantly.
The seven crimes of the Fire Nation's royal family signified the overthrow of the Huo royal family that had ruled the country for ten thousand years. The people of the Fire Nation were shaken.
On the tenth day of the seventh month of the tenth year, Zhu Jinghong ascended to the throne and changed the country's name to Ming. He then issued an imperial edict, conferring Gao Zhengyang the title of Holy Emperor.
The earth-shattering changes had also caused many of the powerful cultivators in the Fire Nation who held great power to become restless. The Fire Nation's royal family also issued declarations, calling Zhu Jinghong a traitor and calling for an army to suppress him.
The Fire Nation's royal family had ruled the country for ten thousand years. After Huo Tianlie was killed, the Fire Nation's power declined. The six nations joined forces to oppress the Fire Nation. The Fire Nation's royal family could not resist and could only endure.
However, Zhu Jinghong, a crude leader, dared to occupy the Dragonrise Holy Land and proclaim himself emperor. This had exceeded the limits of the royal family's tolerance. In an instant, the flags of righteousness were raised everywhere. The situation in the Fire Nation became chaotic.
Zhu Jinghong's imperial edict could not even be sent out of Flame Island. Even on Flame Island, the Fire Nation's royal family's hidden power was still enormous. Although no one dared to openly oppose Zhu Jinghong, there were all sorts of obstructions in the dark.
The Fire Nation's royal family had ruled for ten thousand years. It was not something that could be changed in a short period of time. Although Zhu Jinghong had expected this before he ascended to the throne, the reality was more troublesome than he had imagined.
After a few days, Zhu Jinghong was exhausted, but he still could not change the situation. The only ones worthy of trust were the generals under him. These people were good at war, but none of them were good at managing internal affairs. Even Xu Youtong was far from being good at managing internal affairs.
The so-called ruling a large country was like cooking a small fish. It referred to a well-functioning management system. Only when the emperor was free from the complicated internal affairs could he be said to be like cooking a small fish. Zhu Jinghong was so busy that his head was about to explode, but he still could not sort out his relationships.
In terms of governing a country, Zhu Jinghong was undoubtedly a novice. Time was also too short, and there was a lack of enough people to assist him, so the court became a mess.
Zhu Jinghong knew that if this situation continued, he, the emperor, would become the greatest joke since the beginning of time.
Zhu Jinghong had no choice but to seek help from Gao Zhengyang.
During this period of time, Gao Zhengyang had been staying at the Purple Gold Peak. On the mountain, there were patches of Purple Gold Spirit Bamboo. In the depths of the bamboo forest, there was also a clear spring. There were a few bamboo houses, and all the furnishings were made of bamboo. The environment was quiet and beautiful, and the scenery was excellent.
Zijin Peak was the place where the emperor spent his summer vacation. The area within a radius of a few hundred miles was a forbidden area. Gao Zhengyang fished and tasted tea by the spring every day. His days were exceptionally comfortable.
The Vermilion Bird Demon Slaying Array had helped him purify the Blood God Flag and completely refined the Tai Chi Yin Yang Sword Seal and the Vermilion Bird Knife. The power of the Blood God Flag had been reduced by 30%, but it had become even more condensed and pure.
Gao Zhengyang nourished the Blood God Flag with his mind every day. He felt that his aura was connected to the Blood God Flag, and it became easier for him to activate it. The peaceful and leisurely life also made his mind calm and peaceful.
He had a better understanding of the Heart Saint Technique. However, without the corresponding secret technique, he was still lacking a level when he only used the Heart Buddha Seal to deal with enemies.
The Ten Directions Buddha Seal was a Level Nine secret technique, and the Heart Saint technique was the power of a Sage. This was like a fierce general using a wooden stick, unable to display his strength at all.
The Dragon Emperor Indestructible Body also had a similar problem. The Dragon Emperor Halberd was too light, and it was much weaker in terms of power. Of course, even if Gao Zhengyang was unarmed, he could still defeat most Sages.
However, there was no meaning in comparing himself to the weak. Gao Zhengyang very consciously classified the enemy as a Deity. It was fine for him to stay in the human world. With the protection of the laws, even if a Deity came, there was no need to be afraid. However, who knew what kind of enemies were hiding in the Tai Chi Heaven!
The laws of the human world would gradually collapse. Hiding in the human world was safe, but he would not be able to obtain the corresponding resources. The simplest example was that if he had not gone to the Heaven Origin Planet, Gao Zhengyang would not have been able to cultivate the Dragon Emperor Indestructible Body. He would also not have been able to cultivate to the Heart Saint level.
The myriad worlds were incomparably vast. The higher the level of power it could contain, the more abundant the resources it could produce. Simply put, although the human world was extremely important and was the center of the myriad worlds. However, the human world's power level was the lowest, and its resources were also the weakest.
If he wanted to gain an advantage, he had to leave the human world. Even if he did not go to the Tai Chi Heaven, he would definitely go to another space. Therefore, no matter how careful Gao Zhengyang was, he could not avoid facing Deity level power.
Gao Zhengyang decided to wait for another month or two. When the situation in Fire Nation had stabilized slightly, he would leave for the West Buddha State. Not only was there the Lightning Needle there, but there was also the Western Buddhist Sect's headquarters.
The Ten Directions Buddha Seal was a secret technique from the Western Buddhist Sect's headquarters. There might be a Level Ten Directions Buddha Seal there. He could also use this opportunity to resolve the grievances between the Eastern and Western Buddhist Sects.
Zhu Jinghong's visit was within Gao Zhengyang's expectations. He knew that Zhu Jinghong did not want to rely on him too much. However, reality was cruel. Although Zhu Jinghong was capable, his courage was always lacking.
The situation in Fire Nation was a mess, but he still could not make up his mind. Zhu Jinghong did not have any other backing, and he did not dare to collude with the Daoist sects. Therefore, he only had one choice.
Zhu Jinghong wore a golden crown and a golden scarlet dragon robe. Although there was a hint of fatigue on his face, his aura was very different.
Zhu Jinghong did not dare to put on airs in front of Gao Zhengyang. He cupped his fists and greeted from afar, "Disciple greets Teacher Gao."
Gao Zhengyang picked up the fishing rod and put it aside. He said to Zhu Jinghong, "Have you thought it through?"
Zhu Jinghong was silent for a moment, then said resolutely, "Teacher Gao, disciple has thought it through."
"Rebellion is about overturning everything. Being gentle and conciliatory is just courting death. Only fresh blood and lives can establish the foundation of a new dynasty. "
Gao Zhengyang said indifferently, "Go and send out the invitations. Call the envoys of the six countries over. There are also a few ministers who did not listen. Call them over as well. "
Zhu Jinghong was overjoyed and quickly complied. Although he had made up his mind, with Gao Zhengyang's help, the situation was completely different.
That afternoon, Yue Tianxin received the invitation.
"Teacher Chen, what is Gao Zhengyang trying to do?" Yue Tianxin felt a little guilty. He could say bad things about Gao Zhengyang behind his back. However, if he were to see Gao Zhengyang, he would truly be afraid.
This was a man who could kill an emperor in public if he was unhappy. Moreover, because of his words, he dared to exterminate the royal family of Fire Nation and set up a new emperor.
What national affairs, the life and death of billions of people, what emperor, in Gao Zhengyang's eyes, they were all worthless. For this kind of banquet, Gao Zhengyang might start a bloody massacre. Just thinking about it made him shiver.
"I don't know. Gao Zhengyang's mind is completely different from others."
Chen Hexuan shook his head and said: "According to common sense, he should be standing up for his cheap disciple Zhu Jinghong."
Speaking of this, Yue Tianxin was very dissatisfied: "At that time, Gao Zhengyang told my father emperor that he wanted the six countries to divide Fire Nation together. But now he is supporting a puppet emperor who doesn't keep his words, it really makes people despise him … "
Chen Hexuan calmly analyzed: "Because Gao Zhengyang is disappointed in you. In three years, the six countries have not been able to divide Fire Nation. So he simply supported an emperor. "
Yue Tianxin argued: "The Vermillion Bird Blade is guarding Flame Island, who dares to act rashly. How can Fire Nation's ten thousand years of rule be shaken in a few years? "
"The problem is that Gao Zhengyang doesn't see it that way." Chen Hexuan thought for a while and said: "I have to inform Sect Master about this."
"Gao Zhengyang is committing outrages, Sage Lu should come forward to stop him. Otherwise, the whole world will be turned into a pot of rotten porridge by Gao Zhengyang. Before the Devil Race could invade on a large scale, he killed all the humans first. "
Yue Tianxin angrily said: "Sometimes I really suspect that he was sent by the demons …"
"You can't say this kind of thing." Chen Hexuan gave Yue Tianxin a warning look, "You also know Gao Zhengyang's temper, don't provoke him."
"Yes, I misspoke." Yue Tianxin also wanted to persuade Chen Hexuan, but he said it a bit too much, he regretted it as soon as he said it.
Chen Hexuan returned to his room, burned incense in front of the statue of the Primitive Holy Emperor, and silently chanted a spell. Through the Ten Thousand Miles Psychic Spell, he contacted the main court of Dragon Tiger Mountain.
This spell must be based on the statue of the Primitive Holy Emperor, and establish a large enough magic formation. It also needed a rank nine mage to make a long-distance call. It was also because the foundation of Daoism was very deep, and there were many big formations on Flame Island. Only Chen Hexuan could use this spell.
After a while, the green smoke turned into a faint light screen. Yun Jiutian's face appeared on the light screen.
"Greetings, Brother Yun." Chen Hexuan greeted.
In these few years, Yun Jiutian had already reconstructed his body. With the support of Daoism's huge resources, his new body was a bit stronger than his previous one. It was also more energetic!
The current Yun Jiutian looked like a 17 or 18 year old youth, handsome and full of vitality. His calm and deep eyes made him seem a bit deep.
He nodded to Chen Hexuan and said, "Elder Chen, is there any movement from Gao Zhengyang?"
This formation consumed a lot of energy, Chen Hexuan wouldn't open it unless there was something important. Something important on Flame Island was definitely related to Gao Zhengyang. Towards the enemy who almost killed him, Yun Jiutian could now calmly face him.
At least, he wouldn't grit his teeth and say the name Gao Zhengyang.
"Gao Zhengyang invited the envoys of the six countries, and a few disobedient ministers of Fire Country to his place as guests."
Chen Hexuan said with some worry, "I feel that Gao Zhengyang is a bit impatient, he might make a move."
If Gao Zhengyang was angered, Flame Island would definitely turn into a bloodbath. From Daoism's perspective, Chen Hexuan didn't want Fire Country to be in chaos. An orderly and stable Fire Country was beneficial to Daoism. As for who the Emperor was, it wasn't important.
If not for Gao Zhengyang, Daoism would have chosen a royal family to support. Zhu Jinghong was just a clown to Daoism, they could destroy him with a wave of their hand. But with Gao Zhengyang standing there, no one dared to make a move.
Even the Six Nations could only look on helplessly. No one dared to interfere.
The current situation was very tense, and Chen Hexuan couldn't make a decision. He had to ask the main court.
Yun Jiutian was silent. To be honest, losing to Gao Zhengyang twice in a row already left a huge shadow in his heart. He had also lost the confidence to defeat Gao Zhengyang. When it came to matters related to Gao Zhengyang, it was hard for him to think calmly.
"Forget it, let's not interfere in this matter. Let's just wait and see."
Lu Jiuyuan had walked over and said to him.
"Sect Leader, don't you want to talk to Gao Zhengyang?"
Chen Hexuan persuaded: "Gao Zhengyang is still a little afraid of you. He will also consider your words. "
"That's hard to say …"
Lu Jiuyuan sighed: "This time, Gao Zhengyang easily broke the Vermillion Bird Demon Punishing Formation, and even snatched the country's divine weapon. This ability is too terrifying. No one in the world can suppress him. At least no one in the East God Province can do this. Let's keep our distance from him … "
After closing the formation, Chen Hexuan couldn't help but sigh. He could feel the helplessness in Lu Jiuyuan's words. Daoism's influence spread across the seven countries, with tens of billions of believers and countless experts. Yet, they had to give way to a kid. The more he thought about it, the more he felt indignant. This was simply suffocating.
The moon was full in the sky, the bamboo leaves on Zijin Peak were swaying, and the spring water was gurgling.
In front of a bamboo house stood a dozen or so people, each of them holding their breaths like clay statues, not even making a sound. No one dared to speak to break the silence of the night. Everyone didn't even make eye contact with each other.
After waiting like this for a long time, the door of the bamboo house creaked open, and Gao Zhengyang strode out from inside. He looked at the crowd, smiled and sat on the bamboo chair, saying: "Sorry, this place is simple and crude, I won't treat you to tea."
Gao Zhengyang called them over, but left them here, not even giving them tea, of course it was very rude. But everyone standing here knew Gao Zhengyang's temper, so no one dared to say a word.
"Today, I called everyone here mainly to talk about a few things."
Gao Zhengyang didn't talk nonsense and went straight to the point. His gaze swept over Yue Tianxin, Chen Hexuan and the others, and finally stopped on the three old men standing next to them.
Zhao Bingyuan, Xu Mingfeng, Zheng Guozhe, these three were all important officials of Fire Country. One was the Left Prime Minister, one was the Vermillion Bird Pavilion's Grand Secretary, and the last was the Minister of Appointments. They held high positions of power and had been in charge of the Fire Country's court for decades, they had many direct descendants, and were very powerful.
Although the three officials didn't dare to oppose Zhu Jinghong openly, they all refused to accept official positions.
Zhu Jinghong personally invited them again and again, but to no avail.
Gao Zhengyang also didn't know the personalities of the three people, and he didn't know what they wanted. He wasn't interested to know.
From their appearance, the three people weren't young. Zhao Bingyuan had a red face and a white beard, and he had a grand bearing. Under his gaze, he could still maintain his calm. The other two people were a level lower, and they looked a little panicked.
Gao Zhengyang said: "The Fire Country's royal family colluded with the demon race to overthrow the human race, they are the cancer of the human race, a hundred deaths can't atone for their sins. Zhu Jinghong received orders from the heavens to establish a new dynasty, and the atmosphere has changed. I am very comforted. All of you are important officials of the old dynasty, but we can let bygones be bygones. In the future, we will assist the new emperor with all our heart, and only then will we not let down your talents. "
Zhao Bingyuan frowned slightly: "Your Excellency, I am old and weak, and I can no longer assist the new emperor, please forgive me."
Gao Zhengyang's expression turned cold: "You followed the traitor Huo Tianlie, and have done many wrong things. Now that I am giving you a chance to repent, you are still not willing? "
"The previous emperor trusted me immensely, I will not work for anyone else."
Zhao Bingyuan's voice wasn't loud, but his attitude was abnormally firm.
Gao Zhengyang shook his head slightly: "Impossibly stupid."
Zhu Jinghong, who was standing at the front, walked in front of Zhao Bingyuan with a gloomy expression and sighed softly: "Zhao Gong, we have always respected your character. However, you are stubborn and intend to help the demon race, your crimes cannot be forgiven. "
Zhao Bingyuan was furious, his white beard trembling: "Zhu Jinghong, don't make irresponsible remarks, this is Flame Island, this is Fire Nation, it is not your place to run amok."
Zhu Jinghong ignored Zhao Bingyuan, he loudly said: "Pass down the decree, the previous dynasty's traitor Zhao Bingyuan colluded with the demon race, he is stubborn and will be executed in public. Nine generations of his family will be executed. "
"You dare!"
Zhao Bingyuan's eyes almost popped out of their sockets, in a rage, he raised his palm towards Zhu Jinghong. As a prime minister, his martial arts were also at the peak of the eighth rank. Although he was far from Zhu Jinghong, in a desperate situation, his momentum wasn't small.
The blood-red blade flashed, and Zhao Bingyuan's head flew several zhang high into the air. His body was also burnt to ashes by the pure yang true fire.
Zhu Jinghong killed Zhao Bingyuan with one blade, but the grass under his feet was still lush, unaffected in the slightest. This showed his exquisite control of the Vermillion Bird Blade. Everyone's eyes narrowed, they were shocked by Zhu Jinghong's blade technique.
Zhu Jinghong's expression was indifferent, he elegantly sheathed his blade, and said to Xu Mingfeng and Zheng Guozhe: "The two of you, I wonder if you are willing to lend us a hand?"
Xu Mingfeng and Zheng Guozhe's faces were pale, the two of them were not loyal officials. They were just not optimistic about Zhu Jinghong, so they didn't want to show their faces. But seeing that they would be killed if they didn't agree, the two of them didn't dare to refuse. They hurriedly kowtowed, shouting 'long live the emperor'. On the spot, they expressed their determination to serve Zhu Jinghong with their lives.
The faces of the six countries' envoys were not very good, this scene looked like killing the chicken to warn the monkey.
An emperor drawing his blade to kill an official in public, it was completely the behavior of a gangster. Too crude, too simple!
Gao Zhengyang didn't care what everyone thought, he said to the six countries' envoys: "The matter of you six countries' imperial family colluding with the demon race, I forgive you this time. But, if there is a next time, you know what the consequences will be. "
As soon as these words came out, the expressions of the six countries' envoys changed greatly.
Compared to Zhu Jinghong, Gao Zhengyang was more tyrannical and violent. But no one dared to take his warning lightly. The Fire Nation's fate was right there, no country dared to joke about this kind of thing.
"Remember, my patience is limited."
Gao Zhengyang said: "The six countries coordinate, quickly help him control the Ming Nation's situation. No problem, right? "
Facing Gao Zhengyang's interrogation, the six countries' envoys nodded repeatedly.
"Since you all understand, you can leave … …" Gao Zhengyang waved his hand, sending everyone away.
After everyone left Zijin Peak, they surrounded Zhu Jinghong. Gao Zhengyang's instructions were simple, but the specific implementation still needed to be discussed with Zhu Jinghong.
That night, many of the Fire Nation's officials were killed. The next day, Zhu Jinghong continuously issued imperial edicts, appointing a few important officials.
After that, the six countries each sent out experts to lead the army to help Zhu Jinghong eliminate the uprisings in various places.
In less than half a year's time, the Fire Nation's imperial family completely disappeared. It was as if they had never existed. The newly established Ming Nation, however, had an atmosphere of prosperity.
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