diskusbooks Chapter 268 All the Generals Under Heaven Are Now in My Hands
Chapter 268 All the Generals Under Heaven Are Now in My Hands
The palace, the backyard.
Former Empress Dowager He Yan knelt there with a group of concubines and palace maids.
"See Your Majesty!"
"Hail, Your Majesty!"
When Zhang Jiao arrived, he saw a large group of beautiful women kneeling before him.
They were all concubines in the harem of Emperor Ling of Han.
Emperor Ling of Han had a peculiar hobby: he had an astonishingly large number of concubines in his harem.
"Get up."
Zhang Jiao nodded slightly, sizing up Empress He, He Jin's sister.
Beside her was Consort Wang, a favorite concubine of Emperor Ling of Han.
I'm a little confused. Why is Consort Wang still alive? Wasn't she poisoned to death by Empress He?
Although he was puzzled, he didn't care; it was good that he wasn't dead.
Of course, there were other beauties as well.
A glance reveals a multitude of beautiful women, making one marvel at how much the emperor knew how to enjoy life.
But for an ordinary person, enjoying too much will shorten their lifespan.
Empress He, Consort Wang, and all the other beauties of the harem were filled with unease and dared not utter a sound.
"No need to be so formal, please sit down. I will not make things difficult for you."
He smiled slightly and said in a gentle tone.
"Yes!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Empress He and the others bowed and then sat down properly.
As for seduction, I wouldn't dare.
Because the light was blinding when he looked up, the golden light around Zhang Jiao's head was too dazzling.
Whenever they tried to seduce someone, the golden light would instantly extinguish any thoughts in their minds, leaving them completely innocent.
No evil thoughts could arise; there was only a feeling of unease and anxiety.
"He Yan, Consort Wang, I am tired."
Zhang Jiao got up and walked over.
"Your Majesty, let me help you undress—"
He Hou followed very noticeably.
Wang Meiren hurriedly followed.
The emperor had three thousand concubines; no wonder the monarch neglected his morning court sessions.
No man wants to go to court.
Of course, men in government-affiliated positions will definitely prioritize their careers.
Women are just an embellishment.
... ...
The next day.
Under the care of He Yan and Wang Meiren.
Zhang Jiao was dressed neatly, and his entire demeanor changed.
Golden light appeared in circles behind his head, and he regained that lofty and sacred state.
"You have performed well. Liu Bian and Liu Xie can live a wealthy life. I hope you will not disappoint me."
Zhang Jiao glanced at Empress He and Consort Wang and said something indifferently.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I thank you for your forgiveness!"
Empress He burst into tears upon hearing this.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Lady Wang bowed weakly in gratitude.
This means they still have a chance to live.
What I fear most is that this new emperor will kill them all at once.
What is your name?
Zhang Jiao glanced at a beautiful palace maid serving him and casually asked her a question.
"Your Majesty, this servant is Diao Chan!"
Diao Chan knelt down and said.
"Diao Chan?"
Zhang Jiao pondered for a moment, then looked her over. She was indeed a stunningly beautiful woman.
"From now on, you will serve by my side as a female official."
He gave a direct instruction.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Diao Chan was overjoyed and quickly thanked her.
"Let's go."
After saying this, he left the inner palace and walked towards the main hall outside.
Today we will attend court.
"His Majesty!"
Upon arrival, he found that Secretary Cai Yan had been waiting for him for a long time.
Zhang Jiao nodded slightly: "Let's go, let's go to court."
After saying this, he took Cai Yan and Diao Chan to the morning court.
"Your Majesty is here!"
Cai Yan's clear voice rang out.
Zhang Jiao sat upright on the emperor's throne.
"See Your Majesty!"
"Long live your majesty!"
The assembled officials shouted and paid homage.
"No courtesy, stay on your own."
Zhang Jiao slightly raised his hand and glanced at the ministers present.
There are far fewer than before, because many people's homes have been raided.
"Your Majesty, I have something to report."
Cao Cao was the first to step forward.
As the prime minister, of course I must do my job well.
"Speak," Zhang Jiao nodded.
Cao Cao then spoke up: "Your Majesty, the Yuan family and other powerful families have gathered a group of men to storm the Prince's Palace, intending to kidnap the son of the former Emperor Ling. Please make a decision, Your Majesty."
Zhang Jiao laughed upon hearing this, and the Yuan family and other prominent families finally couldn't sit still any longer.
"Very good. Issue the decree that the Prime Minister lead a celestial army to quell the rebellion and exterminate all those involved."
In short, their property was confiscated and their entire family exterminated.
"Yes, I obey your order!"
Cao Cao was startled, realizing that this was not only a test but also an opportunity.
If you do well, you can secure the position of prime minister.
If we don't do it well, there might not be a next time.
He accepted the imperial decree and expressed his gratitude, then departed in a grand procession with the decree and a troop of imperial guards.
It's right to leave this matter to Cao Cao.
Basically, let him handle it. If you don't do it, then we'll deal with you.
Once it's done, upload it completely. We can mentor him in the future.
Old Cao is a good guy; if you know what's good for you, you could mentor him.
The officials below were all trembling with fear, knowing that the Yuan family and the other involved powerful families were doomed.
"Your Majesty, I have something to report."
At this moment, Cai Yong stepped forward.
He began, "His Majesty speaks of establishing academies throughout the land, but there is still no set of rules—"
"This matter is entirely under the jurisdiction of Minister Cai. I will provide you with the necessary funds and manpower if needed."
In short, I don't get involved.
They'll just give you orders, money, and people; the rest is up to you.
"Yes, the minister leads the order!"
Cai Yong accepted the decree with a bewildered expression, and before he could finish speaking, the emperor gave him full authority to carry it out.
This has never happened before.
"Your Majesty, recently, a large number of martial artists from all over the country have flocked to Luoyang, saying they want to participate in the Divine General assessment."
"Your Majesty, please make the decision."
Another minister stepped forward.
It's Wang Yun; this old man hasn't been hanged yet.
"It's simple. Let them enter the illusionary realm for the test. If they pass, they can become candidates for divine generals. Only by making meritorious contributions in the future can they be promoted to full-fledged generals."
Zhang Jiao had already devised a countermeasure.
With a wave of his hand, a golden light descended from the sky.
In the center of Luoyang, a huge golden gate of light appeared, attracting the attention of countless people.
"His Majesty has decreed that all those who participate in the Divine General assessment shall enter the illusionary realm of the Light Gate, and those who pass the assessment shall become Divine Generals."
An instruction was then conveyed.
Without exception, all the martial artists who had gathered from all directions stared intently at the golden gate of light before them.
"Hahaha, I will become the greatest general in the world."
A burly man burst into laughter.
He then rushed into the portal and disappeared from everyone's sight.
"Bah! I, Zhang Fei, am the greatest general in the world!"
Zhang Fei roared and stepped into the portal, spear in hand.
"Hmph, they're all just cheapskates. I, Guan Yu, am the number one in the world."
With a cold snort, the red-faced Guan Yu stepped through the gate, carrying his large Guan Dao.
In an instant, generals from all sides, wanting to become divine generals, entered the gate of light one after another.
"Haha~~"
Among the crowd, a man wielding a halberd exuded an aura of dominance.
He stepped into the portal of light step by step.
"Let me give it a try, too."
A young general in silver armor, carrying a silver spear, followed him inside.
"Hahaha~~"
"I, Dian Wei, am the best in the world."
A burly man, wielding two halberds, charged into the gate of light.
"I, Xu Chu, am the best in the world."
Another burly man, carrying a large knife, stepped through the gate.
One after another, self-proclaimed greatest warriors in the world wanted to compete for the title of the greatest general in the world.
That way, you can become famous throughout the world.
"Hehe, all the generals in the world are now in my hands."
Zhang Jiao looked at the scene in the illusion and a smile appeared on his lips.
These people will all be brought under his command.
Once all these famous generals and generals are under our control, we can have them lead troops to conquer all directions.
What we need to do now is wait and subdue them all first.
"Your Majesty, it's time for your meal."
At this moment, Diao Chan gave a crisp reminder.
Zhang Jiao then withdrew his thoughts.
"Very well, you may dine with me."
After greeting Cai Yan and Diao Chan, he got up and left the main hall.