Chapter 159: Only Scale and Claw Outside the Clouds
me to translate!“But now,” Zhao Rucheng paused, then said, “all their hopes, directions, futures, have been cut off. And I, I had the chance to stop all of this. If I hadn't wasted my years, if I hadn...Latest URL:
Dà Qí Lín Zī, Dōng Huá Gé.
This was originally a simple rest stop, but because the emperor often spent his time here reading, discussing matters, and meeting with officials, it gradually gained extraordinary significance.
The emperor presided over court for fifty-eight years. He held court in the Purple Extreme Hall and practiced meditation in the Lu Gong Palace, reading in the East Hua Pavilion. This became a regular routine.
At that time, people said: those who frequently enter and leave the Donghua Pavilion are all in the emperor's holy heart.
A hunched old man, wearing a patched hat and torn padded jacket, carrying a white paper lantern, came in unluckily like that. The golden gourd warriors standing at the entrance seemed to ignore him.
At the head of the eunuchs stood Han Ling, silently standing at the side of the emperor.
Li Zhengshu, who has the elegant title of "Dong Hua Scholar," sat beside him with his hands clasped.
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Within the chamber, silence reigned. The soft glow of the lamps illuminated the scene, save for the steady, measured footsteps of the blind old man.
The emperor lowered the scroll he was reading, raised a finger to beckon a maid over with a chair, and politely addressed the old man: "Sir, you've worked hard. Please have a seat."
The old man did not sit down.
With a white paper lantern strapped to his back, he bowed deeply to the emperor: "Although I have received the emperor's great kindness... but my clothes are humble and my appearance is unkempt, I dare not be ostentatious."
The Son of Heaven was not insistent, only sighing with a hint of melancholy: "When did I first meet the master"
Zhu Sui thought for a moment and replied, "It was the first year when Your Majesty ascended the throne as prince." "What did you say then" the emperor asked.
Zhu Sui replied, "The old minister took his leave and claimed to be patrolling at night with a lantern. He said blank paper was an ill omen."
"Then, what did I say at the time" the emperor asked again.
Zhú Suì said, "Your Majesty said, 'A long night with a bright lamp is both illuminating the netherworld and revealing the path ahead. Why wouldn't it be auspicious' "
This blind old man, in the warm light, began to tell stories from many years ago. Li Zhishou didn't know this, nor did Han Ling—
“Then Your Majesty at that time extended your hand and said to the old minister, ‘This is my hand. Flipping it downwards, I say this is an ill omen,’ and then flipping it upwards, he said, ‘Heaven bestows great auspiciousness upon us.’ Li Zhengshu’s face was solemn and impassive.”
To cover the world with misfortune, and to raise it with good fortune—what a magnificent bearing!
Even when His Majesty was still the Crown Prince, he already had the ambition to rule the world and the ability to achieve it.
The Watchman of the Year, also known as the leader of the night watchmen, is a powerful figure who has protected the Jiang dynasty since the time of Emperor Wu.
In the first year of his ascension to the position of Prince, the Emperor sought out Zhusui, leading to a conversation such as this. What does this reveal
When the future emperor was still in the East Palace, in his first year as crown prince, he had already taken control of the entire empire, controlling both inside and outside the court. Even the most private force of every previous emperor began to be brought under his command.
Throughout history, imperial courts have seen countless changes, inevitably accompanied by bloodshed and turmoil. It's no wonder that when the emperor ascended the throne, there was not a single ripple of disturbance!
What silenced him even more was that Li Zhishou, his name, was known as "Dong Hua Scholar" and also as "Layman Doctor." He often sat with the emperor to read, play chess, and discuss politics, making him one of the emperor's most trusted confidants.
As for the matter of Zhú's Candle Age, he was utterly unaware of it. The emperor's mind encompassed the universe.
The emperor is like a dragon, with only half of his scales and claws visible outside the clouds.
When the candle burned out, the Emperor sighed and said to his minister, "I have always believed you were not a bad omen. You are the one who prevents bad omens! Without your nightly visits, how could I sleep peacefully"
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The candle flickered and bowed its head: "Your servant is in awe."
The emperor then asked, "How is Marquis Wu An"
Zhu Sui paused for a moment, clearing away all irrelevant emotions before saying: "Marquis Wu'an killed Yu Guangyuan, shattered Ao Huangzhong, and turned the Dingmao realm into a human camp. He chased and killed Ao Huangzhong for a day and night, stopping only before the main army took its position. On his return journey, he proactively attacked, joining forces with Qin Zhen of Diao Hailou to repel Xue Wang Yu Xinzhou. Afterward, the Great Prison Lord Zhong Xi intervened, and I retreated."
He recounted Jiang Wang's experiences in the Spirit Realm in their entirety, without adding any personal opinions.
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The emperor repeated with satisfaction: “Talented and wise teacher Yu Guangyuan, and the young prodigy Huang Zhong Ao are indeed accurate in describing the characteristics of Yu Guangyuan and Huang Zhong Ao.”
To know he had a vast eastern domain, encompassing Nansha, with his gaze fixed on the near sea, his territory spanning over ten thousand miles, and his population exceeding tens of millions, with daily affairs as numerous as mountains and seas... yet he could be so familiar with even an ordinary fake king in the realm of illusions!
Li Zhengshu was inwardly impressed, then he saw the emperor looking over with piercing eyes: "Qi Xiao said that Hou Binglue of Wuan was insufficient, and she naturally had her judgment. However, war is ultimately about victory or defeat. The Li family has been a military family for generations. What do you think, Zhengshu"
This question is very dangerous.
either defy the mandate of heaven, or stand against Qi Xiao and argue with him. It also means going against one's conscience and risking the reputation of the Li family's illustrious military lineage.
Smart people never make choices.
"Li Zhenshu replied earnestly, "The Li family is indeed a prominent military family for generations, but the Marquis Destroying the City is my younger brother, not me. From a young age, I have studied Confucian classics and am truly no match when it comes to military strategy."
Although he did not frequent the political arena, he somehow managed to obtain the honorary title of "Wénlín Lang," which allowed him to claim a degree of political influence. Therefore, he could still address others respectfully as "Your Majesty."
The emperor's voice was laced with a smile: "Just idle chatter, what are you so tense about"
The more relaxed Emperor Qi's tone was, the more serious Li Zhengshu's became: "Matters of state and war are not to be discussed with outsiders! It's fine for ministers to play chess or discuss history, but military affairs... Ah! I can't bring myself to speak about it! Otherwise, I shall go see who's at the War Ministry."
“You old fox!” the emperor shouted. Then he turned back to Zhu Sui, “Master, what do you think is the reason Zhong Xi made his move”
The candlelight flickered as Zhi Sui said calmly, "He claims to have received an urgent message from the blood descendant Ao Huang Zhong, saying he was helping a younger generation."
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"Do you believe it" the emperor asked.
It was only at this point in their lives that the candles could express their own thoughts: "Believe half of it."
The emperor's voice was calm: "When the tsunami arrives, let's see how Qi Xiao navigates his boat." Zhu Sui stood beneath the steps, wanting to speak but holding back.
"Does the Master have something to say" the emperor asked.
Chuyousai mused, "Since Your Majesty entrusted the ruins of Kufengyuan to me, I have taken up residence there with my Dharmakaya. For decades, I have not moved an inch. This time venturing out to sea is for Marquis Wuan's sake, and I must confront him with my peak combat power. Therefore, I have merged my physical and Dharmakaya, accompanied by the maze realm."
Although the ruins had been swept clean before leaving the capital, he still couldn't rest easy.
"At present, this district is reporting that there are some loopholes in the information gathered from a few minor officials. Staying at Kuirong Courtyard... it is feared that they will not be able to catch them."
The Zhaocangwu said: One must unite the Dharma body with the Tao body to achieve the complete path of transformation. This speaks to the crucial steps from realizing truth to achieving the ultimate path.
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After reaching the level of Dao Body, one constantly practices. Most peak experts usually only walk the world with their Dharma Bodies. Only at critical moments when life and death are at stake will they combine their Dharma Body and Dao Body to manifest their ultimate combat power.
Of course, going it alone is a risky path. One's own power might be insufficient, and there's always the chance of being harmed. Doing great evil can lead one astray from the righteous path. Ultimately, the specific circumstances and choices are up to each individual.
As for Zhu Sui's claim of "returning to one's body," it was his own supernatural ability. He didn't use the term "returning to one's body" as a designation, but rather, he was identified by this Buddhist term.
Upon hearing Zhu Sui's worries, the Son of Heaven merely waved his hand: "I have things under control." Zhu Sui then bowed and said, "This minister takes his leave."
Kuo-rong Temple was leveled in the twenty-ninth year of Yuanfeng. Time flies, and now it is the fifty-eighth year of Yuanfeng.
After twenty-nine years, is Ku Rongyuan still bustling with activity
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As the eldest illegitimate son of the Shimen Li clan, Li Zhishou knew about the events of that year. However, he wasn't sure how the twenty-nine years in the ruins of Kruoying Temple after it was leveled had flowed.
He silently looked at his palm lines, listening but not speaking.
And the emperor watched silently as the hunched figure of the blind lamp-holder left the Donghua Pavilion.
The tattered jacket on Zhu Sui's body concealed a touch of warmth. Even in the Dong Hua Pavilion, which was as warm as spring, he seemed to waver between obscurity and clarity.
Until the figure disappeared, Han Ling, who had stood silently beside him all along, finally spoke in a soft voice: "Master Chu is simple and unassuming in his attire, so he leads by example. Even the watchmen all dress like this."
This decree, the wind doesn't even know how to carry it! Li Zhishou was a little frustrated and looked again at the stitching on his sleeve.
The only sound heard was the Emperor's voice saying, "I often think of Emperor Wu's military prowess." That was all he said.
The stitches are indeed beautiful, as a loving mother's needlework adorns her son's clothes.
Li Zheng, a young scholar, lost his mother at an early age and was raised by his grandmother, Li Laotai. He considered her as his own mother. At this moment, he felt a longing for home.
Then, the Emperor sat there in silence for a while, and suddenly repeated in a low but firm voice: “Defeat the Blood King Yu Xinzhou...”
He picked up a scroll from beside him and dusted it off with satisfaction: "When I was in Delu Palace, I asked him what he would offer in return. He said that he would surpass all the heroes of the world, and now he has gone beyond the heavens."
The emperor had keen eyesight and recognized that Marquis Wu'an was extraordinary from the start. He was truly wise.
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But... don't forget Qin Zhen!
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The Blood King wasn't defeated by Jiang Wang. At most, he was a side player. What are you proud of here
I, Li, dislike ostentation most in my life. Although I have a good relationship with the Marquis of Wu'an, I cannot bear to see things misrepresented and false names given.
The emperor, holding the imperial edict in his hand, paused mid-air as if waiting for something. Li Zhengshu hastily said, "Your Majesty, your words are incorrect!"
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The Holy Emperor rules over the world, encompassing all realms. Is he not also present in this world In my humble opinion, Marquis Wu'an is still the greatest prodigy in the world, just as Lu Gong said before!
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"Jade Noble Lord, Jade Noble Lord, you... " The emperor reached out and tapped his Eastern Hua Scholar, but didn't say anything else.
"Unfolding the scroll in his hand, he said, "There is one more matter. Let us discuss it." Li Zhengshu bowed, saying, "Your Majesty, please speak."
The emperor looked at the imperial edict and said, "In Qi Xiao's confidential letter commenting on Marquis Wu'an's military strategy, there is also a sentence saying that she took action to remove the misfortune from Marquis Wu'an. But Marquis Wu'an's misfortune didn't seem too serious in the first place.......What do you think she meant by this"
Li Zhengshu didn't hesitate this time, and replied directly: "Qi Shuai is telling Your Majesty that she already knows about your arrangement for Zhu Su to protect Marquis Wu'an." "And"
Li Zhengshudao: "With Qi Shuai's style, he would definitely put Lord Zhu Sui into use."
Always by your side, knowing when to be discreet and when to be open and honest. The timing is crucial, a skill that few can master.
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Many officials entered the Dong Hua Pavilion, and many accompanied the Emperor to play chess and read. Why was Li Zhengshu, among them all, called "Dong Hua Scholar"
That takes some real skill!
"This Qi Xiaolian," the emperor said with a hint of helplessness, "does he have such a big appetite"
Li Zhengshudao: "I'm not knowledgeable about warfare, but I occasionally dabble in gambling. The wealthy have their own strategies for winning, and the poor have theirs. Generally speaking, those who go to the gambling table tend to win more money the richer they are."
"Qi Xiaoyu wants to use a white paper lantern to illuminate the way ahead, wouldn't that put Wuan Hou in danger" The emperor said: "He came back from the demon realm after much hardship, and should have rested for a year and a half. This hasty trip to the bewildering realm was all my doing."
Li Zhengshu pursed his lips and remained silent.
"Enough, enough. When one is abroad, they must have their own opinions." The emperor set down the imperial edict: "I have entrusted military matters to Qi Xiaole, putting his life and death in my hands, using his bravery. How can I just sit in court, pointing fingers and making suggestions!"
"Your Majesty is wise!" Li Zhengshu's shout was incredibly loud.
The emperor looked over and said, "So what should we do about Marquis Wu'an"
Li Zhengshu bowed his head: "I think Your Majesty has already made plans, and I dare not speak rashly."
The emperor looked out the window. The Fushan Lao Gui, a tree that five people could barely embrace, hadn't yet shown signs of autumn. Its sound was leisurely: "Lord Yu Shang wrote a piece of poetry a few days ago, it was quite good."
Li Zheng wrote in calligraphy: "Tao Hua Xian is indeed a charming and romantic figure."
“He has been admiring the flowers in his courtyard for over a year now. It’s time for him to go out and get some fresh air.” The emperor said, “Didn’t he also have a drink with Marquis Wu'an”
Han Ling lightly bowed, her figure already vanishing into Donghua Pavilion.
People come and go, as they always have. Life goes on as usual.
Drinking is a matter of sophistication for connoisseurs, while ordinary people mostly drink for personal connections and social graces. Some even drink to satisfy their emotions.
Lord Wuan was having a feast with his friends. Ding Mao, being from Floating Island, naturally brought out all the best wines from their cellars. They weren't exactly top-notch, but they were strong and plentiful enough.
Fāng Yuán Yóu carried a large jar of wine up the stairs and just happened to hear his lord's nonchalant remark that he had encountered the newly arrived Blood King Fish.
His hand trembled, nearly shattering the wine jar.
Fortunately, the entire wine shop was very quiet and no one paid him any attention.
"Ah" Zhu Biqiong was not as sharp-eyed as Zhu Qingru. She didn't know how serious Jiang Wang's injuries were, and hearing about the Blood King made her panic: "How are you"
With a calm and confident voice, Jiang Wang raised his hand in a gesture, saying, "It's alright."
Zuo Qingru used drinking tea to mask her astonishment and couldn't help but re-evaluate this talented young man from the Great Qi.
But Jiang Wang didn't actually make up a story about tigers. He simply said, "Fortunately, I was traveling with Qin Zhenren at the time, and she helped block it."
"Which Qin Zhenren" asked Zhu Qingru.
Jiang Wangdao: "At this moment, there is no other Qin surname real person in the realm of confusion."
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Zuo Qingru's gaze flickered, subtly scanning Zhu Biqiong. Blood King's terrifying divine powers were not easy to resist. Ordinary cultivators wouldn't even be able to get a glimpse before meeting their demise. Would the true masters of Diaohai Tower be so willing to help Especially for a genius from the Qi state
Zhu Bi Qiong Song let out a breath: "Qin Zhenren doesn't really care about worldly affairs, perhaps she doesn't know you enough... uh, I mean, what I mean is, she, she..."
Her emotions were fluctuating too wildly, leaving her tongue-tied. The more she tried to explain herself clearly, the more muddled her words became. She was so flustered that she almost wanted to unleash a sonic attack, burning everything in sight. She was nowhere near the usual calm and composed demeanor of her senior sister.
Zuo Qingru kindly summarized: "You said her eyes weren't good, she was blinded bygreed."
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The bamboo shoots gazed at her with fury in their eyes.
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"When I first came to the Demon Realm, someone told me that all demon-realm people are brothers and sisters. Qin Zhenren also acted on this principle." Jiang Wang continued, "Bamboo Daoist friend, do you have any way to contact your sect Qin Zhenren is injured now, and the Flame King of the Sea Clan is probably chasing her—"
"Okay, I'll go right away!" Zhū Bì Qióng immediately got up.
Turning his head, he saw Fang Yuyou standing there with a huge wine jar in his arms.
"Turning back, she pulled on Zhu Qingru's sleeve: "Senior Sister Zhu, I don't remember the way, will you accompany me"
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