The news of Ji Ruye's death on their wedding night shocked the entire Han Kingdom. Then, countless people walked out of their homes and cheered on the streets, celebrating Ji Ruye's death. However, not everyone was happy.
In the palace of Han Country, Han Wangan looked angrily at the soldiers who came to report." What did you just say? Say it again!"
The soldier looked at the furious King of Han and was so scared that his entire body was trembling. He stuttered as he spoke. Reporting to Your Majesty, the Quicksand Guard Manor sneaked into the General Manor on the night of Princess Hong Lian's wedding and killed General Ji Ruye."
The King of Han looked at the soldier in front of him and kicked him to the ground. He roared angrily," Why didn't I kill him earlier or later? Why did I kill him now? Is he going against me?!"”After saying that, he looked at the soldier on the ground and said,"Get lost!"!!!”
As if they had been granted amnesty, the soldiers hurriedly retreated, afraid that they would become the King's punching bag if they were too late. Ignoring the small soldier, the King of Han sat on the throne behind him as if he had suddenly aged a lot. He sighed deeply," Is the heavens trying to kill me…"
Now, the Qin army was just outside the border and could charge in at any time. If it was in the past, the King of Han would definitely be as happy as the people when he heard the news of Ji Ruye's death. After all, all these years, Ji Ruye had been looking down on him because of his military power, but King Han was helpless. King Han did have the idea of killing Ji Ruye, but it was never decided in the end. The reason for all this was that Ji Ruye was the strongest general in Han Country in the past hundred years. That was why King Han tolerated Ji Ruye's arrogance. As long as the other party did not threaten his throne, King Han would turn a blind eye and sometimes even protect Ji Ruye.
As an emperor, even though King Han was timid and cowardly, it did not mean that he was a fool. Otherwise, how could he sit on the throne? Han Fei and Zhang Kedi could make the Han Kingdom strong, but that was in the future. The other countries would not let the Han Kingdom become strong. Who would lead the army to fight then? Han Fei was still open?
Among the seven heroes of the Warring States Period, Qin was the only one that was strong. Although Qi was also strong, it was still not as strong as Qin. Not only was the Han Country weak, but it was also so close to the Li Qin Country. The King of Han did not have any great ambitions, and he did not want to rely on his own strength to strengthen the Han Country. He only wanted to live a comfortable life. As for becoming stronger…Did they think the surrounding countries were fools?
However, now that his only reliance was gone, who would help him resist the Qin Country's ferocious army? His mind was in a mess, unable to sort out any clues, causing the King of Han to have a huge headache. But at this moment, a report came from outside the door,"The prime minister is looking for the king."
"Open ground? What is he doing here?" The King of Han was puzzled.”
"Greetings, Your Majesty!" He opened his mouth and entered the hall to salute.
"Stand up and speak. Why have you come to see this king at this time?”King Han temporarily suppressed the annoyance in his heart and spoke indifferently.
"Your Majesty, now that the rebel Ji Ruye is dead, the position of Great General is vacant.”
King Han was displeased. He had just died and you were already here to fight for military power. Did you really think that this king was easy to bully? "May I know who my beloved minister is recommending?”
Zhang Kedi didn't seem to hear the dissatisfaction in King Han's tone and continued," The person I recommend is Wei Zhuang, who killed Ji Ruye. This person once founded Quicksand with Young Master Han Fei and is an old friend of Young Master Han Fei's. Moreover, this person is the current successor of the Zongheng Family of Ghost Valley.”
Hearing that Wei Zhuang was actually the descendant of the Ghost Valley, King Han was a little surprised. This person was actually the descendant of the Ghost Valley.”However, the King of Han had no intention of agreeing. What a joke. It was not easy to get back the military power. How could he raise another Ji Ruye?
"However, the position of Great General is in charge of all of Han's soldiers and horses, so the appointment is no small matter. We will wait until the court and ask for the opinions of the other ministers before deciding.”
Hearing the King of Han say this, although Zhang Kai Di was somewhat unwilling, he could only give up and go to the court to argue. Now that Ji Ruye was dead, no one would object to his suggestion. "In that case, this old minister will take his leave."
King Han waved his hand, agreeing to Zhang Kai Di's departure. However, looking at Zhang Kai Di leaving, King Han felt a stifled feeling in his heart, unable to straighten it out no matter what. How could he not know what Zhang Kai Di was thinking? In the entire Han Country, who would dare to be his enemy?
On the morning of the second day, Zhang Kedi brought Wei Zhuang to court. He proposed to let Wei Zhuang take over the position of Great General from Ji Ruye, and the ministers agreed. The King of Han agreed to Zhang Kai Di's request with a dark face and made Wei Zhuang the Great General of Han Country.
The ministers could also see that the King of Han's expression was not good. After thinking for a while, they understood the reason. In the past, Ji Ruye could do whatever he wanted in the Han Kingdom because he had an army. Now, his only chance to regain his military power had been ruined. It would be strange if he could be happy. The ministers who had understood stood to the side in silence.
Looking at the officials below, King Han stood up and left.
Two days later, the Han Kingdom's palace held a banquet to celebrate the new General Wei Zhuang's ascension. However, on this day of celebration, the newly appointed Great General Wei Zhuang was drunk and was arrested and imprisoned by the King of Han on the charge of treason. None of the officials at the banquet dared to respond, and the Prime Minister was already in a daze, completely unable to understand what had happened.
Xianyang, Qin Palace
In the main hall, the King of Qin listened to the reports from his subordinates." Ji Ruye has died, and the successor of the Ghost Valley, Wei Zhuang, has taken over the position of Great General. Han Wangan drugged Wei Zhuang at the banquet and arrested him. Now, there is no one in charge of the Han Country's army.”
Looking at the few people below, Ying Zheng said in a dignified voice," Zhao Gao, order the net to assassinate Zhang Kedi and cause chaos in the Han Kingdom. Once Zhang Kedi is dead, order the army outside the city to attack immediately and take down the Han Kingdom!"”
A few days later, news spread that Zhang Kai Di had been assassinated. The Qin army on the border launched a large-scale attack, and the entire Han capital fell into panic.
Before the Qin army attacked Xinzheng, Violet Maiden joined forces with Red Lotus and White Phoenix to rescue the imprisoned Wei Zhuang. After Wei Zhuang was rescued, he charged into the Han Palace and killed Han Wangan. Then, he escaped from Xinzheng City before the city fell.
It was on a tall mountain outside Xinzheng City. Well, okay, you guessed it right. It was the mountain where Lu Meng was. Looking at Xin Zheng City that was completely engulfed in flames, Wei Zhuang remained silent. Behind him, Hong Lian walked to his side and also looked at the sea of fire below. "You killed my father."”
"Yes." His voice was calm.
" Then what should I do?" Red Lotus was even more confused and felt a trace of grievance.
Wei Zhuang turned around and looked at Hong Lian." You have two choices. One, follow me, and I will give you a better country. Two..."
"I choose one!" Hong Lian said before Wei Zhuang could finish.
Wei Zhuang was a little surprised." Aren't you going to listen to the second option?”
Red Lotus shook her head." There's no need. I've already chosen the first option."
Two figures walked out of the forest. The two people standing at the edge of the cliff did not notice at all until the two newcomers walked in. Only then did she realize that it was a man and a woman.
This was the result of the man disturbing Wei Zhuang and Hong Lian! However, don't you think you're missing something?”
Wei Zhuang turned around to look at the other party and recognized that this person was the one he met last time. Red Lotus, who was beside Wei Zhuang, suddenly exclaimed," Are you still alive?"
Nongyu lowered her eyebrows and said calmly," The former Nongyu is already dead. She died from taking poison. Nongyu's life was given to her by Master, so she will only be Master's servant in the future."
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