The only thing that could upset Ji Tong was others denying his path of the sage.

But failure didn't affect his mentality at all.

After all, two old friends had set him up at the most critical moment.

He didn't feel wronged about losing.

The only regret was that he didn't obtain the true self of the man in green.

It might be a bit troublesome to make a move in the future.

But it didn't matter.

Because he had too many backup plans.

A moment later,

Nangong Yan had contacted everyone who could be contacted through her true energy projection.

Next,

All that was left was to wait quietly.

About an hour later, many people appeared in the conference hall, all of them were diplomats from various countries who stayed near the City Jing.

The battle of the Capital of the Great Ming was of great importance, regardless of whether it could be won or not, there were many aftermath matters to be dealt with.

So they simply didn't leave.

Upon receiving Ji Tong's summons, everyone hurried over.

Especially the Wei and Han families, the heads of the families even came in person.

The main purpose of the Ji-led coalition's capture of An Yi was to stop the decline of the two families being drained by the Zhao family, and even to make the Zhao family spit out the blood they had sucked.

But they didn't expect that.

Not only did the Ji-led coalition fail in An Yi,

Even in the Yinshan Fortress, the Zhao family had won a very counter-heaven victory.

After this battle, the Shangmo Bookstore immediately printed the victory report and distributed it to the entire new land.

The people who migrated to the new land did not return, but the people of Wei and Han were even more shaken.

In a few days, there would be a dark tide of migration, whether they could escape to the new land or not, it would make the Wei and Han families exhausted.

Although the two heads of the families were in City Jing,

They could fully feel the pressure of their fiefdom.

It was already a bit suffocating.

In comparison,

The loss of twenty to thirty thousand elites in the Capital of the Great Ming didn't seem to matter much.

Ji Tong didn't speak.

Everyone was silent.

The atmosphere in the conference hall was so oppressive it was frightening.

After a while,

Ji Tong laughed and said, "Victory or defeat is a common occurrence in the military, it's just a small defeat, you all don't need to be discouraged."

Wei Huan and Han Zhe looked at each other and couldn't help but show a bitter smile.

Han Zhe rubbed his temples, in less than a year, his hair had turned from black to white at the temples, and his face was full of worry.

If it weren't for Han You's big setback this time, he might not have been able to hold on.

The broken spear of his younger brother was indeed comforting.

But the failure of the Han family was heart-wrenching.

He sighed, "Prince, when can we separate from the Kingdom Li after this defeat?"

Not only him.

Wei Huan was also worried about this.

If they didn't separate from the Kingdom Li, the Wei and Han families would be drained.

Every moment they stayed in this body, the blood in their bodies would wither.

They couldn't hold on!

Although the two lands were the fiefdoms of the two families, these two fiefdoms belonged to the Kingdom Li first, and then to the Wei and Han families.

If they dared to do too much to the people on their own fiefdom,

The Zhao family would have a reason to send troops to suppress them.

There was no problem with the law.

As long as they truly established a country, no matter how much the people wanted to go to the new land of the Kingdom Li, they could suppress it with extremely cruel methods.

That was the difference.

Ji Tong laughed and waved his hand, "Don't worry! Although we failed this time, I have used a secret method to hide the ritual officials of the Zhou royal family. As soon as the Mu Ye stele is restored, we can immediately unite the Ji family."

Wei Huan's face was gloomy, "How much longer?"

Ji Tong nodded, "A year and a half!"

"This......"

Wei Huan and Han Zhe looked at each other.

A year and a half.

They were afraid they would be sucked dry!

Ji Tong seemed to see the two men's concerns, waved his hand and said, "If the two of you are really in a hurry, there is another way. In a few days, I will discuss the matter of the Nine Provinces Sacrifice with the Son of Heaven. At that time, I will invite all the lords of the world, all the Ji families will be present, and the Tian family will do the same.

At the sacrifice ceremony.

The Tian family and all the Ji families will jointly respect the Son of Heaven.

Once the majesty of the Son of Heaven is established, he will immediately grant the Tian, Wei, and Han families the status of a country."

Upon hearing this,

Wei Huan and Han Zhe's eyes immediately flashed with joy.

The Nine Provinces Sacrifice was the largest ceremonial feast of the Zhou royal family, proclaiming to the world that "all under heaven is the king's land, all on the edge of the land are the king's subjects".

Since City Jing was captured, the majesty of the Zhou royal family had been greatly damaged, and the Nine Provinces Sacrifice had not been held again, let alone the substantial granting of a country.

Although the Qian and Chu countries were established after this, the initial territory of the Qian and Chu countries was not within the control of the Son of Heaven.

If it was before this.

The Zhou royal family holding the Nine Provinces Sacrifice would be tantamount to humiliating themselves.

Because the families would not send real power figures to attend, at most they would send one or two ritual officials to show their intentions.But this time, with the Ji family alliance in the lead, the Ji family will definitely participate unconditionally. Although the Tian family has not completely replaced Jiang Qi, it is no different from the royal family. The influential figures of the major families present will definitely elevate the prestige of Emperor Zhou.

By then,

If Qian Li Chu does not attend, it will give other families a reason to attack them for no reason.

As long as they attend, it will immediately confirm that Emperor Zhou is still the ruler of the world.

Although it is somewhat false prosperity.

But in this situation, Emperor Zhou granting titles to the Tian, Wei, and Han families.

How can the Zhao family refuse?

Binding the Tian family, who is also coveting the throne, to the same boat...

It's brilliant!

Han Zhe couldn't help but ask, "My Lord! When is the Nine Provinces Sacrificial Ceremony expected to take place?"

Ji Tong smiled and said, "At least it can be completed before the restoration of the Muye Stele! Brother Han, rest assured, the Ji family is united, and I also hope to save the Han and Wei families from the fire and water."

However, Han Zhe's expression was not so relaxed.

It still falls short of his expectations before the restoration of the Muye Stele.

If possible.

He wants to immediately break free from the shell of the Li Kingdom.

Wei Huan's face darkened. "The Nine Provinces Sacrificial Ceremony is a big event and cannot be rushed! However, the situation of the Wei and Han families is indeed somewhat overwhelmed. Whenever the families are divided, the trend of the Zhao family should be restrained. I wonder if my Lord has any suggestions?"

"I dare not claim to have any suggestions!"

Ji Tong smiled faintly, "In fact, the current prosperity of the Zhao family mostly comes from the reform. Originally, the reforms in various countries would encounter great resistance, but the Zhao family has found a new way to avoid most conflicts.

But they are too greedy.

When Luo Yan was in charge of the reform, his methods were harsh, and the Zhao family and many small clans could only get the leftovers.

The anger of the various families can be seen from the fact that Zhao Ben led thirty thousand soldiers to disobey military orders in the Battle of Yinshan.

To stop the momentum of the Zhao family.

It is impossible to confront them head-on.

But it is entirely possible to let the Zhao family create chaos on their own.

This time, Luo Yan's use of punishment has caused public anger, and his death is already a certainty.

But whether he lives or dies doesn't matter.

The key issue is whether this new law can be abolished."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

They were too optimistic about the situation in Anyi, the capital of the Great Ming, and did not consider this issue too much.

But just a simple reminder from Ji Tong made them immediately realize the problem.

Whether Luo Yan lives or dies doesn't matter.

Abolishing the new law is the top priority.

Although many young people in the Zhao family are optimistic about the new law, the real power in the Zhao family is still in the hands of the old people.

The old people no longer have so much passion.

Although some can see the benefits of the reform in the long run.

But many people still prioritize the interests of their clans.

This time.

The old forces led by the Marquis of Changping are also a united force.

With the joint efforts of several families, can't they abolish the new law?

As long as the new law is abolished, the newly acquired land and property will fall back into the hands of the clans and small families.

Once the dreams of the common people are shattered, the bloodsucking intensity of the Zhao family in Wei and Han will be greatly weakened.

Ji Tong looked at Wei Huan and Han Zhe, "Zhao Ying has long coveted the new land and is reluctant to give up the real power of the Marquis of Changping. There is no doubt that he will go all out this time. Both of you have more experience in the court and don't need my random advice."

"Yes!"

Wei Huan and Han Zhe both nodded heavily.

As long as the Zhao family is thrown into chaos, the Wei and Han families can breathe a sigh of relief.

As for whether the reform of the Zhao family will ultimately succeed, it is no longer something they can influence.

Everyone knows that reform is a good thing.

Not to mention the Zhao family.

Even the Wei and Han families, when they split, the first thing they have to do is reform.

But just like this...

It seems that the chaos caused by the Zhao family is not enough.

Han Zhe narrowed his eyes and said, "My Lord, what about Zhao Ning..."

They have had a lot of contact with Zhao Ying.

They know his temperament.

If you want to take away his title and foundation, he will fight you to the death.

If his foundation is preserved, his desire to remove Zhao Ning from power may not be so strong.

Ji Tong smiled faintly, "Rest assured! I have already made arrangements on Zhao Ying's side, and the Li family has also made arrangements. As long as both of you know that when it comes to handling the situation, we must stand united!"

Han Zhe's expression became solemn, "It concerns the survival of the Han family. How can I be negligent?"

Wei Huan also nodded in agreement.

Let there be chaos!

The more chaotic, the better!

Ji Tong turned his gaze to the envoy of the Flame Kingdom, "How is the situation between the Flame Kingdom and Chu?"

The envoy of the Flame Kingdom was an old man in a dark red robe, who was the supervisor of the Flame Kingdom Embassy, Ji Ni.At this moment, Ji Ni had a proud smile on his face: "The Chu Kingdom thought they could take advantage of the Ji Clan's coalition army attacking the capital of the Great Ming to invade our Flame Kingdom. However, they were easily countered by Lord Su and now they are deadlocked at the Flame-Chu border. It will take at least another month for them to set foot on our Flame Kingdom's territory."

"What!"

Everyone was shocked. They had been focused on the situation in the capital of the Great Ming and had not paid attention to the Flame-Chu battle.

They never expected this result.

Wasn't the Flame Kingdom severely weakened from the previous war?

How could they perform so strongly?

Ji Ni smiled faintly and said, "To be honest! After the Sword Immortal Conference, our king believed that Lord Su's state of mind had reached a high level, so he passed on the true Zhu Rong Sword to him in advance.

No one expected that the Zhu Rong Sword would be perfectly compatible with the Nine Flame Meridians.

Now Lord Su is close to breaking through the Martial Sacrifice Nine Layers, and within three years, he will definitely reach the Martial Realm!

In this Flame-Chu battle, Lord Su has already beheaded the Qu Clan's general on the battlefield.

The flames spread, incinerating thousands of Chu soldiers."

As he spoke, Ji Ni's face showed a hint of satisfaction, and he even glanced at Wei Huan and Han Zhe.

The meaning was self-evident.

There were rankings within the Ji Clan alliance, and those who ranked higher would receive more resources after the alliance was established.

Originally, the Wei and Han families were only internal families of the Li Kingdom, but their overall strength was higher than that of the Flame and Wu Kingdoms, and their status was only slightly lower than that of the Yan Kingdom.

But now, the Wei and Han families had repeatedly encountered setbacks.

If the Flame Kingdom could flex its muscles on the Flame-Chu front, it would greatly benefit their future status.

Wei Huan and Han Zhe had grievances that they couldn't express, so they could only show a look of admiration.

"It is a great fortune for the Flame Kingdom to have Lord Su!"

Ji Tong couldn't help but smile, but he didn't pay much attention to Ji Su, who was considered a peerless genius by everyone else.

At the Sword Immortal Conference, Ji Su was able to perceive the situation and chose to surrender instead of forcefully exhausting his own potential, which was enough to show that he had made up for his last weakness.

But in this world, there were too many geniuses.

A mere Nine Flame Meridians was not worth much in Ji Tong's eyes.

In comparison, he was more concerned about another person's actions.

His gaze fell on the elder of the Wu Kingdom: "By the way! How is Lord Dan doing? According to Lord Lie, he wants to support him as the ruler of the Wu Kingdom?"

"This..."

The elder of the Wu Kingdom looked somewhat embarrassed: "Lord Lie does indeed have this idea, but given Lord Dan's temperament, I'm afraid it will be difficult for him to take on such a great responsibility."

Ji Tong shook his head with a smile: "I think Lord Dan is not bad! Just the Battle of Yin Mountain alone, the Li Kingdom's great victory was largely due to Lord Dan's contributions, which surpassed General Li Meng!"

"Hmm?"

The elder of the Wu Kingdom was taken aback.

He didn't expect Ji Tong to give such a high evaluation of Wu Dan.

This is...

He wants to support Wu Dan to take the throne?

Ji Tong glanced at the elder of the Wu Kingdom again: "How is the Wu Qu Clan doing internally now?"

The elder of the Wu Kingdom sighed lightly: "Since Lord Lie's defeat at the Sword Immortal Conference, the Wu Qu Clan has been gaining momentum again."

He was an elder of the Wu Kingdom's embassy.

He had watched Wu Dan grow up since he was young.

Naturally, he was on the same team as Wu Lie.

The current trend of the Wu Kingdom was naturally something he didn't want to see.

Ji Tong smiled: "In my eyes, Lord Dan is at least worth ten thousand elite soldiers. I really can't bear to see such a situation. If there is a chance, please set up a situation. I have been wanting to meet this young man for a long time."

After speaking, without waiting for the elder of the Wu Kingdom to reply, he stood up directly: "Although the capital of the Great Ming has been defeated, the impact of this battle is no less than that of the capital. If we can win, the benefits will be just as great. Please everyone, be spirited. The Ji Clan will last forever!"

Everyone responded in unison: "The Ji Clan will last forever!"

After the meeting ended, everyone dispersed.

Ji Tong looked at the empty council hall with a somewhat melancholic expression.

Nangong Yan couldn't help but ask, "My lord! Why do you value Wu Dan so much? He seems like a useless person."

"A useless person?"

Ji Tong shook his head with a smile: "If everyone under my command were such useless people, wouldn't it be a delightful scene? Speaking of which, although Ying Wuji and I have different ideologies, we are rare kindred spirits in this aspect!"

"Oh..."

Nangong Yan nodded as if she understood.

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"Bad luck!"

Ying Wuji sneezed a few times and cursed.

Being regarded as a kindred spirit by Ji Tong.

He really had bad luck for eight lifetimes.

But to be fair, Ji Tong was a somewhat mysterious person.

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If everyone could be as fanatical about him as Nangong Yan, whether it was the Mohist Guild's model or the model for my teachings, it seemed that they could both work.

If it was the former, it could also develop productivity.If there is no background of a dynasty.

Even without the technique of reincarnation, one can still become a true person.

But Ying Wuji still agrees more with Qingyi's idea. This model based on extreme personal worship must be flawless. Once there is a slight deviation, the whole world will fall into purgatory.

But it has to be said that there is one thing.

Mo Sheng can still see the value of Wu Dan.

This dog definitely covets Wu Dan's productivity. In order to obtain this thing, he must help Wu Dan rise to power.

But there is a prerequisite, and that is that Wu Dan needs to gain his trust.

Who can deceive whom.

It depends on how it is arranged in the future.

"Wuji, you..."

Hua Chao looked at Ying Wuji in confusion, not knowing why he suddenly sneezed several times and seemed unlucky...

Ying Wuji smiled and waved his hand: "It's nothing! I caught a cold last night. You and your father had a good chat. Should I leave first?"

To be honest.

The atmosphere is still okay.

Since Hua Chao understood her mother's intentions, she has almost let go of all hostility.

Luo Yan was moved to tears when he saw his daughter let go of her prejudices.

Both father and daughter have a good attitude.

But there is no common language.

Luo Yan is a typical conservative parent. In summary, he is very much like a father. If it weren't for the special circumstances today, Hua Chao probably wouldn't be able to listen.

As for himself.

Although Luo Yan quite likes his son-in-law, it is also out of his status and his feelings for Hua Chao.

He may not really like his own personality.

Ying Wuji still understands this.

He didn't say much just now.

Luo Yan also didn't have much interest in talking to him, and he had a lot of things to say when he was by himself.

After all, he is now a dead man, and there is nothing else worth pursuing except for this simple family happiness.

He bowed to Luo Yan: "Father-in-law, I will take my leave!"

"Wait!"

Luo Yan called him back. He tried to lift his eyelids that were as dry as fallen leaves and looked at Ying Wuji with his cloudy eyes. His voice was hoarse: "Wuji!"

Ying Wuji bowed: "I'm here!"

Luo Yan hesitated: "After I leave, is there anyone who can carry the banner of reform?"

Ying Wuji nodded: "Yes!"

Luo Yan asked: "Who?"

Ying Wuji smiled: "Anyone who benefits from the new law can carry the banner, advancing one after another, endlessly!"

"Very good!"

Luo Yan looked deeply at Ying Wuji: "With you here, it is the great fortune of the Great Li!"

Ying Wuji nodded with a smile: "Father-in-law, you flatter me!"

Luo Yan weakly waved his hand: "If there is nothing else, go back and rest. Tomorrow there will be a trial in front of the palace, and I'm counting on you to guard the new law!"

"I take my leave!"

Ying Wuji sighed inwardly.

To be honest, he is also under a lot of pressure tomorrow.

From the moment Luo Yan beheaded Zhao Ben, it was already decided that he would not have a good ending, just the difference between being beheaded in public and being dismissed and exiled.

Whether the new law can be preserved.

That is the key issue.

The new generation of the Changping Marquis family has already suffered heavy losses. As long as the new law can be preserved this time, there will be no force that can shake it in the future.

As for Luo Yan...

He may end up in a worse situation than Shang Yang, torn apart by Zhao Ying's desperate counterattack.

But it seems that Luo Yan doesn't care about this.

However, Ying Wuji cares a little.

After bidding farewell.

He walked back to the Marquis Mansion alone.

After experiencing a big setback.

People in the mansion came and went.

Only one person remained unmoved.

That is Mi Xingli, who eats and drinks for free!

As soon as Ying Wuji entered the door, he saw Mi Xingli swaying towards him.

It made people dizzy.

Seeing that his gaze was off, Mi Xingli quickly gathered her robe, trying not to make her figure too prominent.

Ying Wuji looked at the smile that couldn't be concealed on her face and couldn't help but ask: "Look at you grinning with your big white teeth, did something good happen?"

"Not really!"

Mi Xingli's mouth curled up crazily: "It's just that the front line of the Chu Kingdom is in a state of anxiety. Several generals who looked down on me were taught a lesson by Ji Su!"

Ying Wuji clicked his tongue: "If the people of the Chu Kingdom knew that you, the noble Miss Mi, were so happy when Chu suffered a defeat, they would tie you up and chop you up! I didn't expect that you, with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, would also become a traitor to Chu!"

"Phew!"

Mi Xingli gave Ying Wuji a disdainful look: "These people are busy fighting among themselves all day long. They are experts in civil war but amateurs in foreign wars. It's time someone taught them a lesson!"

Tsk tsk!

Ying Wuji can probably understand Mi Xingli's frustration.

After all, she really didn't become a person just to eat and drink for free.

The Chu Kingdom really can't squeeze out more resources for her.A female noble from a certain kingdom, drifting alone in a foreign country to study the experience of reform, but ended up in such a miserable state.

Even though the King of Chu valued her, she was still caught in a power struggle.

It's strange that she's not upset.

She's not even taking pleasure in others' misfortune.

Some people.

If they're not hurt, they will never realize that they have a problem.

Ying Wuji waved his hand and said, "Stop complaining. Have you organized what you have comprehended at the end of the capital?"

"I've been waiting for you!"

Mi Xingli took out a thick book from her pocket and directly handed it to Ying Wuji.

Ying Wuji held the book, which still had Mi Xingli's body temperature on it, and asked with a smile, "Did you hide anything?"

Mi Xingli glared at him and said, "What do you take me for? You risked your life to help me buy time. If I were to hide something, would I still be considered human?"

Ying Wuji shrugged and said, "True! Although you're not that great, you still have some morals!"

He flipped through the book.

It mainly contained insights into the rules of the self.

There were also some divine arts.

However, her favorite mediation and creation were not mentioned.

But it's not that she's hiding something.

The rules that appeared at the end of the capital are the basic rules replicated from the world.

Mediation and creation are the existence that writes the rules.

Apart from being able to change the order, few people can reach this level.

Every word and sentence is extremely neat.

It must have taken Mi Xingli a lot of effort.

"Phew!"

Mi Xingli looked at him disdainfully and walked to the inner courtyard, waiting for no one around, and asked in a low voice, "Speaking of which, the trouble caused by Luo Xiang this time is not small. It is probably inevitable that he will be dismissed from his position. Anyway, he is your father-in-law. Don't you plan to save him?"

Ying Wuji's gaze slightly darkened and he said, "Even if I save him, can you save him?"

"Ah..."

Mi Xingli sighed. If the Zhao, Wei, and Han families have already separated by now, maybe there is still a chance to save him.

If the three families have not separated, the situation in the Li Kingdom is even more extreme than that in the Chu Kingdom.

Wei and Han do not want the reform to succeed.

And Luo Yan also left fatal flaws.

This time, Luo Yan definitely has no chance of escaping unscathed.

She whispered, "If possible, I still hope that Luo Yan can leave with dignity."

Ying Wuji asked curiously, "Why? Is it because he is Hua Chao's father, or because you sympathize with him?"

"Both!"

Mi Xingli looked somewhat melancholy and looked into the distance, "But the most important thing is that I feel Luo Yan's fate today will be my fate tomorrow. If he can leave with dignity, then even if I am worse off, it won't be too bad!"

Ying Wuji's expression froze.

He has had a lot of contact with Mi Xingli, and usually, she acts carefree, but this is the first time he has seen her so melancholic.

But just because he doesn't often see it doesn't mean she's not like this.

She has been in the Li Kingdom for so long, every day she either comprehends the ancient calendar of Zhuan Xu or discusses the new laws.

How could she not have some heroic emotions while drifting alone outside?

In terms of perseverance.

She is really not inferior to Zhao Ning.

Ying Wuji sighed softly, "But I feel that if you really throw yourself into the reform, your situation may be worse than Luo Yan's. Although the situation in the Li Kingdom is complicated, the Zhao family can still separate from the Wei and Han families and seek survival.

The chaos in your Chu Kingdom comes from the three families of Qu, Jing, and Zhao, all of which are large clans with the Mi surname. To succeed in the reform, you must subdue them.

Moreover, you need a prerequisite to subdue them!"

Mi Xingli asked, "What prerequisite?"

Ying Wuji's expression became serious, "They must be subdued by other countries first, just like Ji Su this time. But once this situation arises, the Chu Kingdom will already be under high pressure from the outside world.

Where will the pressure on the Chu Kingdom come from?

It will come from the alliance of the powerful Ji clan!

And the Qian Kingdom, known as the Tiger and Wolf Kingdom!

If it really comes to this...

I don't mean to offend you, but although your Chu Kingdom is an old powerful country, you have seen its combat power. It's even difficult to fight against the Flame Kingdom.

Although there are reasons for Ji Su, he is just one person and has not yet broken through to the realm of a warrior.

This is enough to illustrate some problems.

You should know that the Flame Kingdom and the Rongdi jointly attacked the Qian Kingdom not long ago, and now they are about to form an alliance with the Ji clan, which basically isolates the pressure from the Zhao family.

And the Qian Kingdom, after a period of recuperation, it is not difficult to restore its full strength.

By the time it reaches this point, reforming will be just a matter of whether it is faster than the speed of reform and destruction.

I'm really afraid that you will do something reckless and jump straight into the Miluo River."

"Miluo River?"

Mi Xingli was stunned, "What's the meaning of this?"

She knew about the Miluo River.

It is famous in the Chu Kingdom.

But why must she jump into the Miluo River?Ying Wuji waved his hand dismissively, "It's just a nonsense joke. Anyway, what I mean is, your reform is very dangerous."

Mi Xingli pouted, "Nonsense, of course I know it's dangerous! I don't want to wait until a desperate situation to reform. Do you have any solutions?"

Even though Ying Wuji's words were harsh, any citizen of Kingdom Chu would feel it was an affront to the dignity of their nation. But she was well aware of how severe the internal strife in Kingdom Chu was. As a legalist, she knew what reform meant for a nation.

Kingdom Qian implemented a military merit system, making every citizen a soldier. Kingdom Li was not so extreme, but they had advanced farming tools and countless disciples from the Mo and Farmer families to help cultivate several times more fertile land. This could free up so many people for war.

Not to mention the state of Kingdom Chu's army. With such a population, how could they fight? If they waited until the enemy was at their doorstep to reform, it would be too late.

"Solution? It's really not easy to find a solution!"

Ying Wuji chuckled, "Why don't you stay in Kingdom Li? As long as you serve Kingdom Li with all your heart, when Kingdom Li unifies the world one day, I'll let His Highness grant you the title of Governor of Chu."

"Do you want to die?"

Mi Xingli glared at Ying Wuji fiercely.

Ying Wuji shrugged, "The key is that I really have no solution..."

Mi Xingli interrupted him in a low voice, "Is it that you have no solution, or you have a solution but don't want to help me?"

Ying Wuji: "......"

Mi Xingli rolled her eyes, grabbed Ying Wuji's wrist, and whispered, "If you help me, I'll let you see this..."

As she spoke, she tugged at her collar.

Ying Wuji spat, "I thought you would offer yourself to me. Just a glance is not enough, are you trying to dismiss me like a beggar?"

Mi Xingli shrugged, "Offering myself is not impossible, but the royal family of Li has to agree! The crown prince and his wife have already pledged themselves to you, where would I have the chance to steal their thunder?"

Upon hearing this, Ying Wuji's pupils constricted, but he quickly returned to normal, "Others hesitate to believe rumors. But you, upon hearing a rumor, immediately concoct a bigger one."

Mi Xingli pouted, looking wronged, "See! I knew I couldn't sway you, you consider me an outsider, don't you?"

Ying Wuji's mouth twitched, he wanted to say something.

"Do you really have to look at me with those murderous eyes?"

Mi Xingli giggled, shaking the wrist she was holding, "Actually, I was just a bit suspicious. Who made you mysteriously bring back a woman's primordial yin at this time?

You don't need to be wary of me, there's no one in this world who hopes more than I do that Zhao Ning will ascend the throne as a woman!

Didn't you just say that my situation might be even more miserable than Luo Xiang's?

But I'm telling you now!

I have a way to avoid Luo Xiang's fate!"

Ying Wuji took a deep breath and asked in a low voice, "That is to ascend the throne as a woman? The minister of reform may be guilty, but the monarch of reform may not necessarily be, right?"

This girl.

She's too clever for her own good!

Isn't she afraid I'll want to kill her?

But such a risk.

She must have been forced to it.

After all, the situations in Kingdom Li and Kingdom Chu are vastly different, there's no way to replicate the past.

How to set up the new law.

Mi Xingli knows better than anyone.

But to get Kingdom Chu to accept the new law, it's harder than reaching the sky.

However, in this way.

Mi Xingli really has no reason to harm Zhao Ning, on the contrary, she should be the one who most supports Zhao Ning.

"Right!"

Mi Xingli gritted her teeth, "So I need Zhao Ning to set an example for me. As long as she is willing to help, the obstacles on my path to the throne will be halved! Ying Wuji, I've never asked anyone for anything in my life, but if you can help, please do. No matter what you want, as long as I can give it, I will satisfy you."

Ying Wuji: "......"

Mi Xingli shook his wrist, deliberately using a coquettish voice, "Brother Wuji~~~"

Ying Wuji felt a chill run down his spine, "I can understand your feelings! But look at the situation in our Kingdom Li, we're all at our wits' end, why are you so sure I can help you?"

"I'm not sure!"

Mi Xingli smiled, "I just think that if there's one person in this world who can help me, it's probably you.

The struggle of tomorrow is indeed unpredictable, but as long as you win, the reform of Kingdom Li will be completely stabilized.

If time could be turned back, who would believe you could achieve this?"

Ying Wuji smirked, "We'll see when the time comes!"

To be honest.

The internal situation of Kingdom Chu has already reached a point of no return.

Even Wu Qi could be shot dead in front of King Chu's coffin.

Let alone Mi Xingli, a female son?

It would be a good outcome if she could throw herself into the Mi Luo River.

One misstep, and her whole body might not even be left behind.

Ying Wuji really didn't just talk about keeping her in the Kingdom Li. It wasn't uncommon for members of the royal family to engage in politics in this era. He really couldn't bear to see Mi Xingli sacrifice herself.

Conventional methods could hardly solve the problems in Kingdom Chu. Even if they forcefully solved them, it would be like gambling with their lives.

However...

He did have some unconventional methods.

Mi Xingli's eyes brightened. "Do you really have a way?"

Ying Wuji spread his hands. "My method can't even be called a method. We haven't even started yet. Let's first resolve the internal dirty matters in our Kingdom Li!"

"You're right. You have to put in more effort!"

Mi Xingli looked at him with a smile that wasn't a smile. She rubbed her slender and fair right hand on her clothes and giggled. "I hope that tomorrow you can protect the new law of Kingdom Li. If you succeed, I will reward you with a moment of intimacy with your right hand..."

Ying Wuji's body trembled. "Are you not aware that it's perverted to say such things to a married man?"

Mi Xingli spread her hands. "Hua Chao doesn't mind anymore. Why are you still pretending to be reserved? Anyway, I'm not asking you to take responsibility. I'm just giving you a little sweet reward to entice you. If you can really help me with all your strength, I can unlock even more!"

Ying Wuji frowned.

Mi Xingli sighed. "You don't want something that's given for free?"

Ying Wuji pondered for a moment and then glanced at her with a fierce gaze. "Only the right hand is not enough!"

Mi Xingli: "..."

For a moment, she felt a little flustered and subconsciously took a few steps back.

Ying Wuji curled his lips. This female rogue really only knew how to talk.

He sighed lightly. "Xingli! Actually, considering our relationship, you don't have to force yourself."

Upon hearing this, Mi Xingli's eyes became somewhat absent-minded.

She silently pondered the meaning behind Ying Wuji's words.

When she snapped back to reality, she realized that Ying Wuji had already walked far away.

A slight smile appeared on her lips, and she couldn't help muttering softly, "Is this considered forcing myself?"

She shook her head and hummed a tune as she returned to her own room.

Although this new law was not a law of Kingdom Chu, she had put in a lot of effort and naturally didn't want it to fail.

As long as the new law could firmly stand tomorrow, with the precious jade of Kingdom Li in front, some obstacles in Kingdom Chu could be eliminated.

Although the main contradiction had not been resolved, at least it would make her feel a little more at ease.

If possible, she hoped that Luo Yan would have a good outcome.

Just like she hoped her own dreams would come true.

In this world, who isn't afraid of death?

...

The next day.

Before dawn, the gate of the Siqi Palace was already filled with civil and military officials.

Everyone was waiting to attend court.

Through layer after layer of city walls, they could already see the Chongli Palace.

Naturally, the civil and military officials were led by the Prime Minister, regardless of the superior status of the Wei and Han families. When attending court, Luo Yan always stood at the forefront.

From his youth to his old age, it had always been like this.

Over the years, Luo Yan's white hair had increased.

His figure had gradually become hunched.

Today, he seemed even more bent, as if one foot had already stepped into the coffin.

But he stood particularly steady.

Giving people a faint feeling that he had returned to his youth.

"How much longer can he hold on?"

Wei Huan looked at his back with a complicated expression. Several decades ago, Luo Yan was just a poor nobody. He gained the strong support of the Wei family through his marriage with his sister.

Since that day.

Luo Yan began to rise in the court.

With his outstanding talent, he quickly gained the favor of the King of Li and secured the position of Prime Minister in just a few years.

Originally, Wei Huan thought that with the Wei family obtaining the position of Prime Minister, they could completely leave the Han family behind and even threaten the position of the Zhao family.

But he never expected that his brother-in-law would turn out to be a two-faced person.

By the time he discovered this, it was already too late.

The Wei family.

The Minister's Mansion.

The royal family.

They could only form a strange triangular relationship, balancing and entangling with each other.

Later, as Luo Yan grew older, he completely severed ties with the Wei family.

Brother-in-law!

You've caused me a lot of trouble!

But compared to Wei Huan, another person's gaze towards Luo Yan was even more ferocious.

Zhao Ying's eyes were fierce, like a wild beast choosing its prey.

He had many sons.

Zhao Ben was just one of them.

Among the sons with the hope of inheriting the title, Zhao Ben was not the most outstanding.

But when Luo Yan publicly executed Zhao Ben, it was equivalent to tearing off the face of the Marquis of Changping and trampling it on the ground.

Not only that.

Luo Yan's rigid governance in the new territory had completely touched the interests of the royal family, especially the interests of the Marquis of Changping.

Today.

Luo Yan must die!

Along with the new law!

His gaze was like an arrow, wishing to shoot Luo Yan full of holes.

But Luo Yan seemed oblivious."Creak!"

The palace gate opened.

Zhao Ji's personal eunuch, Eunuch Cao, personally came to greet the officials.

Zhao Ying spoke in a deep voice, "Eunuch Cao! Has the assassin who targeted the Crown Prince been captured? Will today's grand court meeting be delayed?"

"Lord Changping, you jest. How could we let such a villain live through the night?"

Eunuch Cao said with a smile, "Today's grand court meeting will be held as scheduled. Announce, all officials of the Great Li, enter the Chongli Palace for an audience!"

As soon as his words fell, the sound of bells rang out.

Under the guidance of the ritual officials, the civil and military officials divided into two lines and entered the palace from both sides of the Chongli Palace.

When all the officials were in place, Zhao Ji, accompanied by Eunuch Cao, took his seat on the throne.

His gaze was solemn, "Today is a rare auspicious year for our Great Li. The Yinshan Fortress and the Capital of the Great Ming have both reported victories, signaling the prosperity of our Great Li. All the officials present have contributed to this great victory. On such a joyous day, do any of you have important matters to report?"

As soon as his words fell, Zhao Ying stepped forward without even a moment's hesitation.

His words were firm and resolute, like the trembling weapons on the battlefield, "I accuse Prime Minister Luo Yan of stealing credit, acting recklessly, abusing military punishment, and killing innocents. Regardless of the old laws or the new ones, his crimes are unforgivable.

Luo Yan was appointed by the king to oversee the construction of the new land.

He is the first to implement the new laws.

Knowing the law and breaking it.

His crime is even more severe!

I believe that Luo Yan's sins are grave, and his entire clan should be executed!"

Everyone gasped in shock.

Wasn't this a bit too harsh?

They probably understood Zhao Ying's intention.

Aim high, and you'll get something; aim for the middle, and you'll get less; aim low, and you'll get nothing.

Afraid that Luo Yan wouldn't die, he demanded the execution of nine generations of his family right off the bat?

But using this argument to ask the King of Li to kill his favored prime minister, wasn't that a bit too audacious?

Zhao Ying was seeing red.

He didn't even bother to test the waters.

He was determined to have Luo Yan executed in the grand hall!

In fact, not only Zhao Ying, but also the old faction of the royal family realized that this was the best opportunity to seize the wealth of the new land.

If they missed this opportunity, they might never get a bite of this fat piece of meat in the future.

Zhao Ying's voice was still echoing in the hall.

One after another, middle-aged and elderly members of the Zhao clan stepped forward.

"I second the motion!"

"I second the motion!"

"I second the motion!"

Not only them, but also the Wei and Han families and a number of minor clan officials stepped forward.

The momentum was overwhelming.

It seemed as if they were about to overturn the Chongli Palace.

(End of Chapter)