The morning bell resounds throughout the imperial city.
The imperial guards defending the city walls stood guard resolutely, surrounding the entire imperial city completely hermetically; the imperial swordsmen of the Martial Affairs Bureau poured out en masse, under the command of the great master, to guard the gates of the imperial city strictly prohibiting anyone from entering or leaving.
The people around the imperial city, several miles in radius, were all driven away and dispersed. However, at this moment, a group of people went in the opposite direction.
The arrival was sparse, consisting solely of Fei Jiangnan accompanied by two individuals clad in black robes.
The person in charge of the Martial Affairs Bureau was Zhang and Liu, two constables. Watching Fei Jiangnan leading his men attempt to forcibly enter the imperial city, they hesitated for a moment, then tightened their grip on the feathers on their waists and stood in front of him with their swords drawn.
"Fei Daoren, the Great Master has ordered that there is important business to discuss during today's morning court. You cannot enter the imperial city."
Fei Jiangnan, clad in a long black robe of the Martial Affairs Bureau, had golden phoenix embroidered on his chest. His stern face showed a hint of anger. "Although I have been transferred to guard the restricted area at the frontier, I am still the Grand Commander of the Martial Affairs Bureau. Zhang Heng and Liu Huan, you are mere constables under my command. How dare you defy your superiors today!"
Fei Jiangnan tightly gripped the handle of his Yanling sword at his waist and abruptly pulled it out, the cold light flashing. This startled the group of Martial Affairs Bureau experts, who all drew their swords and lined up behind Zhang and Liu, the two constables, on high alert.
Fei Jiangnan gripped the hilt of his yanling knife tightly and suddenly drew it out, causing a sudden flash of cold light that frightened all the high-ranking martial experts of the Martial Affairs Bureau, who had drawn their swords one by one and followed behind Zhou Luan and Liu Huan with great caution. Zhou Luan and Liu Huan exchanged a glance with a helpless expression on their faces and said: "Fei Daoren, we have no choice but to obey the strict order from Great Master. Moreover, the person in charge is Long Lao... Great Master also follows his command. Please do not make it difficult for us, Fei Daoren."
"Difficult? Then let's not do it."
Fei Jiangnan stared down at Zhang Heng, Liu Huan, and the rest of the Martial Affairs Bureau with a stern expression, "Today, I will ask you a question. Are you going to listen to Miao Tiannan that old thing or me? If you listen to me, come over immediately. I, Fei Jiangnan, will not hold it against you."
"Um..."
"Uh..."
A single phrase spoken, and he immediately followed behind Fei Jiangnan, appearing as though he was ready to die with him; Liu Huan saw this and bit his teeth in frustration, wishing he could slap this traitor. But before he could react, he saw that many martial experts from the Martial Affairs Bureau had already turned against their side and were following Gao Tianlang to join Fei Jiangnan.
Three hundred years have passed, and Fei Jiangnan is no longer the naive and impulsive youth he once was. He has climbed to the pinnacle of power within the Martial Affairs Bureau, using his integrity to win over a group of devoted followers such as Gao Tianlang, who blindly worship him.
However, there are also those who are loyal to power, like Zhang Heng and Liu Huan. They have been ordered to stay here and leave would be a breach of command, with clear consequences they are well aware of. But as the tide gradually turned towards Fei Jiangnan, they too began to hesitate.
"Rebellious officials and bandits, all of them are rebellious officials and bandits. You two, Zhang Heng and Liu Huan, cannot do such a great sin."
At this moment, two individuals in red robes emerged suddenly from the gate of the imperial city.
Zhang and Liu looked back and were first taken aback, then filled with terror. The two were disciples of the Great Master Miao Tiannan, whose prowess was remarkable, having reached the third grade. If they struck, Fei Jiangnan would surely die a death of ten parts.
The situation seems to be turning in their favor, but if they were to side with Fei Jiangnan at this moment, they would not only be accused of being bandits and traitors but could even face death on the spot. Whether it's better to take a clear stand or weigh the consequences, Zhang and Liu are still able to distinguish between right and wrong.
However, before they could make a decision, the man following behind Fei Jiangnan suddenly lifted his black robe to reveal his true appearance.
Tian Ji
Tian Ji is one of the two imperial pillars, also at the third grade, if he appears, the situation will be different.
After Tian Ji, another man also took off his black robe to reveal his true appearance, a white-clothed suave gentleman with an aura of an emperor, causing everyone to be stunned.
Zhang and Liu, unable to believe their eyes, blinked in disbelief, cleared their throats, and in a state of shock, whispered a word, "Your Majesty?".
...
In the Taichi Hall, with Xiao Tianyi's statement "Who is in favor, and who is against?" resonating, the already anxious officials fell silent.
The Great Master held immense power in the capital, with his disciples' strength matching that of the Martial Affairs Bureau, and his own realm at the second grade. Apart from the secluded empress, there was likely no one in the entire Tianlong Imperial Court who could match him.
Now, with the imperial guards at the gates and Miao Tiannan's disciples surrounding the Taichi Hall, if they dared to refuse, there would likely be bloodshed in the great hall. Moreover, they would also be charged with the crime of being traitors.
None dared to take their own lives as a joke, being prudent and protecting oneself is the priority.
However, there were also those with a thick skull. The old man who had just stood up first walked forward a few steps and pointed at the man on the high platform, Xiao Tianyi, swearing at him: "Damn fool, what are you worth? You dare to use force to try to make us submit and see you take over? Old man I will die today but I will never go along with you."
"You old scoundrel, your words are tough indeed. But I wonder if your bones are as hard as your mouth."
Xiao Tianyi's face turned dark, and with a wave of his hand, one of the red-clad disciples stepped forward and punched the old man, causing him to fall to the ground with blood spilling everywhere.
"Now, do you still insist?"
Xiao Tianyi asked coldly.
"The old minister will never submit to death."
The old man gritted his teeth and spoke angrily.
Xiao Tianyi's forehead veins stood out, his face turned cold, and he took a deep breath before saying, "You have a tough mouth. Well, let's first ascend the throne and deal with him later... Minister of Printing, bring out the imperial seal so that our new emperor can be crowned."
The Minister of Printing held the imperial seal, walking step by step but stopping in front of the high platform. Looking at Xiao Tianyi on the high platform, he declared loudly, "The imperial seal was passed down by the founding emperor to his descendants. It is not appropriate to be handed over to outsiders. I will rather die than hand over the seal."
"Well, well, I really didn't expect that there are still so many heroes in the court who are not afraid to die."
The Great Master Miao Tiannan stepped forward from his position as the head of the officials, his face coldly staring at the Minister of Printing.
Sun Qing, the head of the Grand Secretariat, watched as the Great Master had spoken out, although he was unwilling in his heart, but he had to come out and declare coldly: "How can a small official like you dare to disobey your superiors? Come on and take him away. Beat him to death with random sticks."
With the words spoken, the imperial guards, who had been waiting outside the door, rushed in to obey the order and were about to take the Minister of Printing away when suddenly two red figures flew through the tightly closed gate from outside, crashing into the hall.
Miao Tiannan coldly looked at the two people on the ground, and in the next moment, his face underwent a sudden change as he realized that they were his two personally disciples.
The unexpected turn of events took Xiao Tianyi by surprise and he had no idea what to say. Just as he was about to speak, the door was pushed open by a crowd of men in black robes, the Martial Affairs Bureau had entered the hall in full force.
Fei Jiangnan and Tian Ji led the way, with the white-cloaked gentleman, Long Feidu, stepping out from the center of the avenue, one step at a time towards everyone. His expression cold and proud, he fixed his gaze on the Great Master who had dominated the sky, "I have returned."
