diskusbooks Chapter 222: Sacrificing the Flag
Chapter 222: Sacrificing the Flag
Zhou Qingzhi prostrated himself before Chen Futu.
This action caused unease among the scholars present, with some even gaping in astonishment and anger.
Zhou Qingzhi was demonstrating through his actions that he submitted to the Northern Frontier and its king, and that his enemy was the Great Qian Dynasty.
Liu Bowen seized the opportunity, opened the proclamation for the sacrificial ceremony to Heaven, and read it aloud: "The glorious Heaven shines down upon the earth. The Milky Way stretches far and wide, connecting with the spirits of the land."
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Liu Bowen read the proclamation with great force.
With his back to all living beings, Chen Futu quietly gazed at the blazing cauldron, his mind already soaring to the distant heavens, wondering how his parents were doing there.
Thinking of this, a bitter smile appeared on Chen Futu's lips. He murmured to himself, "Mom and Dad, I'm afraid I can't go back. Luckily, I have my younger brother, so our Chen family line won't end. I'm doing well here, so you don't need to worry. Dad often says his legs hurt, so Mom, could you take him to see a doctor sometime? Also, I don't need you to help me get married anymore. Stop trying to save money..."
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty?"
Liu Bowen had already finished reading the eulogy. He called out several times before Chen Futu came to his senses. Then, he wiped away the tears from the corners of his eyes and said in a deep voice, "Let's begin."
Liu Bowen immediately ordered sandalwood to be brought over. Chen Futu respectfully lit the incense in front of the giant cauldron, then picked up a cup of wine and said, "I, Chen Futu, follow the will of Heaven above and obey the people below. I have driven out the threat of the three barbarian tribes and quelled the unwarranted war in the Central Plains. Today, I offer this sacrifice at the summit of Dongding Mountain, proclaiming to Heaven and Earth and the Emperors, establishing a king in the north, and vowing to punish the traitors of the nation!"
The few words spread throughout the foot of the mountain, and the people all knelt down upon hearing them.
Bei Wu and his group looked at each other in bewilderment. Could the traitor Chen Futu was referring to be the Great Qian imperial family?
"Reverse the Heavenly Dipper! Reverse the Heavenly Dipper!"
"Chen Futu, how dare you do this!"
"This is treason, this is utter disrespect—"
Some intellectuals couldn't stand it and started cursing directly, becoming extremely agitated.
The next second, Tiger Guards stepped forward to arrest the man and dragged him away.
Chen Futu turned around and drew the Great Xia Dragon Sparrow, looking down upon all living beings with such domineering and majestic power that all the civil and military officials immediately knelt down, and countless people shouted "Long live the King!"
From this moment on, Chen Futu is the King of the Northern Frontier, no longer the heir apparent of the King of Zhenbei.
But the ceremony was not over yet. Then, the Tiger Guards escorted the members of the delegation from the capital to the capital. Li Yuanfang announced their crimes in public, including several plots to assassinate the king, and that they were the masterminds behind the Yuelian case.
The people cursed him upon hearing this.
Chen Futu said, "Today I will borrow your heads to add some joy to the grand celebration in the northern frontier."
"Chen Futu! You dare to usurp the title of king! His Majesty will not forgive you!"
"You brat, I'll haunt you even in death!"
"Hehe, there are many people who want to kill me. I don't even care about that dog emperor of the Great Qian Dynasty."
Chen Futu waved his hand, and two more people were escorted over. One was Guo Yunqi, the son of the Minister of War, and the other was Liang Huan, the Crown Princess's younger brother.
The Northern Martial Delegation was terrified at the sight. "No way? The King of Northern Frontier wants to kill these two young masters?"
Killing Guo Yunqi is nothing, but killing Liang Huan would create a much bigger grudge.
Chen Futu smiled and waved, and the Tiger Guards escorted the two men to the foot of the altar. The two knelt on the platform with a thud, their hair disheveled and their faces pale, no longer resembling the纨绔子弟 (playboys) they once were.
Chen Futu said, "Do you fear me?"
"I'm scared, I'm scared..."
The two nodded vigorously, as if afraid that Chen Futu would kill them.
Do you know what I'm going to do today?
"I don't know..."
"I will use their heads to sacrifice to my flag."
After saying this, Chen Futu gave the order, and Li Yuanfang immediately ordered the execution.
In front of Guo Yunqi and Liang Huan, a group of members of the delegation from the capital who came to rescue them were all beheaded, and blood splattered everywhere. The two were so frightened that they lost control of their bladders on the spot and almost fainted.
Dian Wei spat, "What a pair of good-for-nothings. What's there to be afraid of in death? It's just a scar the size of a bowl."
"Take them away. They're good for fishing in our spare time." Chen Futu waved his hand, and the two young masters were dragged away by the Tiger Guards like mud.
The people below the stage, witnessing the carnage, were filled with fear and confusion. They couldn't fathom the king's thoughts. Even if these people were guilty, bloodshed was always an ominous sign on such a joyous occasion.
Li Yuanfang said loudly, "Everyone, the Great Qian has never been the Great Qian of the people. These evil officials, instead of protecting the borders and the people, have tried to bring disaster to the peace of the Northern Frontier. Killing them today is the King's way of letting you all understand that the Northern Frontier will protect you and will not allow the Great Qian to bring disaster and slaughter the people again."
"Your Majesty is wise!"
"Yes, these bastards killed innocent women to obstruct the ceremony; they deserve to die."
"Your Majesty did a good job killing them! And those corrupt officials in Chuzhou, they must be torn to pieces!"
The people's voices are growing louder and louder.
The disaster in Chuzhou is still fresh in our minds. If it weren't for the King personally risking his life to bring the people to the northern frontier, who knows how many innocent people would have been harmed by that corrupt official.
Liu Bowen was very satisfied with the people's reaction and thought to himself, "Your Majesty, the Crown Princess is ready."
Chen Futu nodded. "Let her come. You announce it."
The sounds of drums and horns echoed throughout the altar.
Then, Liu Longyue, dressed elegantly, came to the stage and stood side by side with Chen Futu.
She looked beautiful today, with a slender figure and elegant manners, like a fairy descended to earth, but this fairy also had a touch of earthiness.
Chen Futu smiled slightly at her and took her hand. Even if it was just for show in front of the delegation, he would put on a good show.
As for Liu Longyue, she bit her lip and did not struggle; her mood was somewhat chaotic at the moment.
Not long ago, the two were at each other's throats, but now she is given the title of Princess of the Northern Frontier. Even though she knows it's fake, she is inexplicably immersed in this atmosphere and even has a strange expectation in her heart.
Next, Liu Bowen announced the alliance and marriage between the Northern Frontier and the Northern Martial Kingdom, which was a double blessing for the Northern Frontier. The people quickly forgot about the killing that had just taken place.
The people were especially happy when Li Yuanfang announced that a grand banquet would be held in Longcheng to celebrate.
After all, no matter how well you talk about it, nothing beats the satisfaction of actually getting real benefits in your hands.
At the edge of the platform halfway up the altar, Ye Mo stared intently at Liu Longyue, who was as beautiful as a fairy. At this moment, his hatred for Chen Futu reached its peak, and Chen Futu could smell the sour smell emanating from him from a distance.
The more resentful and jealous he became, the more Chen Futu would provoke him.
So, right in front of him, he grabbed Liu Longyue's slender waist. Caught off guard, Liu Longyue leaned her delicate body against Chen Futu's chest, her perfect face showing a touch of girlish shyness.
This scene made him grin and grimace, looking just like a wild monkey having a fit of hysteria.
"Heh, you stupid pig."
Chen Futu grinned and uttered two words. Only then did Liu Longyue in his arms see Yemona's murderous expression, and she immediately got goosebumps.