Old Emperor, Have You Forgotten the Rules?
Inside the Yangxin Hall,
Liang Emperor was hunched over his desk, handling state affairs.
His cloudy, dim eyes were brought very close, as if only in this way could he see the words on the memorial.
He's older now.
Getting older every day
Yet he still clung to the power he held, not only taking back all the authority of the Imperial Eldest Grandson, but also coveting the power of the Eldest Princess.
Zhao Huang and Chengchen are different.
Chengchen's power was bestowed upon him by him, and he could take it back at any time.
However, Zhao Huang's power was built up step by step through her military achievements and cunning tactics, becoming deeply entrenched and difficult to control.
Taking it back won't be that simple.
Furthermore, Zhao Huang's association with Immortal made the matter even more complicated and difficult.
The civil and military officials in the imperial court were all intelligent people, and what intelligent people are best at is weighing the pros and cons and assessing the situation.
On one side is an aging, declining emperor, a hero past his prime.
On one side was the wise and powerful Eldest Princess, who was at the height of her power.
If it were in the past,
These officials might choose him and support him.
Even if the Eldest Princess had outstanding military achievements and great power, she was still ultimately a woman.
No matter how capable or wise a woman is, she will eventually get married.
If a woman were to become empress, the empire would likely fall into disrepair, leading to endless troubles.
Not only would it be forbidden by etiquette, law, and religious rules, but it would also be unacceptable to the court and the public.
This is the real reason why he supported Xiao Zhaohuang's rise to power and allowed him to grow stronger.
No matter how brilliant and skilled Xiao Zhaohuang was, or how many military achievements he had made, what difference did it make?
At that time, with just a word from him, Xiao Zhaohuang's power and status will be easily taken back.
But things are different now.
An Immortal arrived in the Daliang Kingdom, a true Immortals and Gods with boundless Law Power Divine Ability.
Xiao Zhaohuang actually caught the eye of the Immortal and received Immortal favor.
Then the situation would be completely different.
If the emperor is called the Son of Heaven, who is appointed by the mandate of Heaven...
Then Immortals and Gods are heaven.
The so-called "receiving the mandate of heaven" is nothing more than inheriting the will of the Immortals and Gods. Human authority is as light as dust before the true Heavenly Dao.
No matter how great the rules and regulations of the mortal world may be, they can never surpass the principles of Heaven.
No matter how powerful an emperor's decree may be, it cannot surpass the will of the Immortals and Gods.
The divine right of kings
What may have been a grand facade in the past has now become a universal truth.
As long as the Immortal speaks a word
Xiao Zhaohuang was able to ascend the throne openly and legitimately, and no one in the court or among the people dared to question it.
Miscalculation.
That was a real miscalculation.
As expected, man proposes, God disposes.
Liang Emperor's face was filled with complex emotions. The helplessness and resentment in his heart were like a bone-deep sore, making him unable to eat or sleep. Whenever he thought of this, a surge of resentment with nowhere to be vented would rise in his chest.
Why?
Why did the Immortals favor Xiao Zhaohuang so much?
They disregarded my sincerity.
Is it simply because Xiao Zhaohuang is handsome?
But with just a word from the Immortal, I could give him any of the most beautiful women in the world.
Why choose Xiao Zhaohuang, that rebellious daughter?
Is Xiao Zhaohuang truly Mandate of Heaven?
I don't believe it.
This Daliang Kingdom belongs to me, and no one can take it away from me.
Even true Immortals and Gods wouldn't do it.
Pei Jingxuan is right.
Only those Immortals and Gods who are enshrined in temples, written in books, and enjoy the worship of the people without seeking human authority are good deities.
In the mortal realm, only emperors have the final say; even the Immortals and Gods and immortals in heaven have no right to interfere.
Although the Immortal saved his life, he could not grant him immortality.
Moreover, the Immortals were too arrogant and rude.
Willful and reckless, arrogant and conceited
They didn't take him, the emperor of the mortal realm, seriously at all.
The laws of human imperial power cannot restrain immortals Immortals and Gods who transcend the mortal realm.
With a single thought, He can determine fortune and misfortune; His joy and anger can sway the world. If this continues, will this world ultimately belong to the Xiao Clan, or will it remain a plaything in the Immortal?
Such Immortals,
He doesn't need it, and neither does the Liang Kingdom.
Therefore, the Immortal must die.
He did this not for himself, but for the Daliang Kingdom and for all the people of the world.
A ruthless and sinister glint flashed in Liang Emperor's eyes, but his heart was filled with righteousness.
Because only in this way,
Only then could he convince himself, and only then could he have the courage and confidence to confront the Immortals and Gods.
The Immortal-Slaying Plan has begun.
And it will absolutely not stop.
Is it that fate is inescapable, or that human will can triumph over destiny?
He didn't know.
But he had to try, whether for the immortal elixir within the Immortal's body or for the sake of the Xiao Household family's empire.
Otherwise,
He will die filled with resentment and unable to rest in peace.
Slaying immortals and slaughtering gods!!
What a great achievement, what a magnificent vision!
Throughout history, countless emperors...
He only dared to bow his head in reverence to Heaven, yet he alone dared to harbor thoughts of slaying immortals and slaughtering gods.
Such courage and boldness are enough to make them stand out among all emperors throughout history.
Once successful,
He was truly a great emperor throughout history.
Just thinking about it makes my blood boil and my heart race!
Liang Emperor's face suddenly regained its rosy hue, as if his ashen and sallow complexion had been restored considerably.
"Your His Majesty, the Immortal has arrived! Azure Profound Immortal Venerable has entered the palace."
Suddenly, a eunuch rushed into the Hall of the Yangxin Hall, slid down to his knees with a thud, and spoke excitedly.
Upon hearing this
Liang Emperor abruptly stood up from his dragon throne, his rosy complexion instantly fading.
A look of shock and fear crept onto his face, and his withered, hunched body trembled violently.
Why are Immortals coming to the palace?
Did the Immortals discover his treacherous schemes?
In an instant,
The once fearless Liang Emperor was now filled with terror and horror, feeling a chill run down his spine.
Don't panic.
Do not be anxious or uneasy.
This matter is kept secret, Immortal has been preoccupied with pleasure all this time, so there's absolutely no way he would have noticed.
You must not lose your composure or give yourself away.
Perhaps the Immortal was just acting on a whim, wanting to see the scenery Imperial Palace.
Um,
That must be it.
Liang Emperor reassured himself while taking a deep breath, and the fearful and uneasy expression on his face immediately turned into a respectful and devout one.
"Quickly, follow me to welcome the Immortal Venerable's celestial carriage."
Liang Emperor strode down from the throne and spoke excitedly.
"No need to greet me, I'm coming in."
Gao Yunyi, dressed in a blue robe, slowly walked into the Yangxin Hall. He greeted the old friend without any restraint.
"Old Emperor, how have you been lately?"
"Thanks to the Immortal, I... my health has improved a lot recently."
Liang Emperor bowed respectfully and said...
Gao Yunyi didn't even glance at him, and walked straight inside, stepping over the golden bricks in the hall, walking up to the throne platform, and then casually sitting on the dragon throne that represented the supreme ruler.
This scene,
The eunuch who came in to report was terrified.
But he dared not speak, much less move.
He pressed his head to the ground, curled up into a ball, and didn't dare to breathe.
"Old Emperor, I think you've really gone senile; you've even forgotten the rules?"
"Why not pay homage to the Immortals you have seen?"