20demayo Chapter 123 Unparalleled Majesty
Chapter 123 Unparalleled Majesty
Ye Tian's earth-shattering declaration once again plunged everyone present into utter shock!
The fall of a nation is one thing; after all, the victor is king and the loser is a bandit—it's been that way since ancient times. But Ye Tian isn't going to annex Northern Qi into Qing; he's going to start anew and establish a completely new country?! And judging from his tone, the territory of this "Great Qin Dynasty" is probably not just the small land of Northern Qi!
Just how ambitious is he?!
Master Kuhe and Shen Zhong exchanged a glance, both seeing deep horror and an indescribable complexity in each other's eyes. They had originally thought Ye Tian was merely an overly sharp blade in Emperor Qing's hand, but they never expected that this blade would turn around and cut off all those wielding the blade and those who were in the way, so that he himself could become the sole player!
Fan Xian's mouth gaped open, almost big enough to fit an egg. He knew Ye Tian wanted revenge and wanted to deal with Emperor Qing, but he never expected that Ye Tian's goal was to usurp the throne and establish himself as emperor! And in such a thunderous and overwhelming way, declaring the establishment of a nation directly on the ruins of an enemy country! This was simply unprecedented madness and domineering power!
Haitang Duoduo and Sang Wen, the two women who were already devoted to Ye Tian, looked at him with endless admiration and infatuation. Sang Wen, in particular, felt that her prince was a god who had created the world, and every word and action of his exuded irresistible charm and majesty.
As for Si Lili, the former spy from Northern Qi, her feelings at this moment were the most complicated, and also the most excited!
"The founding emperor of the Great Qin Dynasty," she repeated these words in a voice only she could hear, her captivating peach blossom eyes gleaming with an unprecedented fervor and ambition.
The fall of her kingdom might not have been a bad thing for her. The old order was broken, and a new one had yet to be established. This presented the best opportunity for a woman like her, who was adept at surviving in the cracks and maneuvering in chaotic times!
Ye Tian, this young man of only fourteen, yet already possessing godlike strength and overwhelming power, is about to become the founding emperor of a new dynasty! And she, Si Lili, if she can, if she can seize this opportunity, become the most important woman by his side, then…
"The Empress's throne," a thought, like the most potent poison, frantically grew in her heart. "If I could become his woman—no, his most beloved, the woman he can't live without—then who else could be the future mistress of the Qin Dynasty's harem besides me, Si Lili?! I must firmly grasp this immense wealth and power!"
Her gaze towards Ye Tian instantly became incredibly alluring and intensely passionate. Her heart was filled with regret; she regretted not being more proactive and bolder in Ye Tian's tent, failing to completely dedicate her body and soul to this future emperor then, thus missing her chance!
"But it's not too late now!"
Si Lili gritted her teeth secretly, having already made up her mind.
She would use all her charm and skills to conquer this man who was about to conquer the world!
Ye Tian took in everyone's reactions. He could feel their shock, their fear, their helplessness, and, in some people's eyes, their undisguised ambition and desire.
His lips curled up slightly, revealing a barely perceptible smile.
Very good, everything is under his control.
The Northern Qi has fallen, the Great Qin shall rise! This is merely the first step in his quest for hegemony!
Next, we will integrate the remaining forces of Northern Qi, appease the people, recruit soldiers, stockpile provisions, and then point our swords at the already corrupt and decadent Qing Kingdom, which is due for a new master!
And, that aloof and self-important Emperor Qing, who thinks he can control everything!
A cold killing intent flashed in Ye Tian's eyes.
And then.
His revenge and his ambition will unfold spectacularly from the ruins of this Northern Qi!
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After Master Kuhe surrendered in desperation, and the last vestige of resistance from the Northern Qi royal family crumbled, Ye Tian did not immediately bask in the joy of conqueror. He knew that the fall of a nation was not merely a change of imperial power, but also signified the collapse of the old order and the chaos before the establishment of a new one.
He immediately ordered his Great Snow Dragon Cavalry and some of the surrendered Northern Qi troops temporarily under Shen Zhong's command to launch a ruthless and bloody purge of all former Northern Qi nobles, military generals, and any forces that might incite rebellion, both inside and outside the capital city, who were still trying to resist.
In an instant, the capital of Northern Qi was filled with unease and bloodshed.
Those who had once held high positions, believing they could bargain with the new ruler using their family influence or military power, were swiftly and thoroughly swept away by Ye Tian's iron-fisted methods, like autumn leaves swept away by the wind. Cries, pleas for mercy, and the sounds of weapons piercing flesh echoed throughout the ancient capital, yet they could not shake Ye Tian's heart, which had long since turned as cold as iron.
He wanted to tell everyone in the most direct and brutal way—those who obey me prosper, those who oppose me perish! The new "Great Qin Dynasty" needs no discordant voices!
All of this was observed and heard by Zhan Doudou, who was under house arrest in the deep palace, through various channels.
Every day, she could hear faint shouts of battle coming from outside the palace, as well as the suppressed fear and whispers of the palace servants. She knew that Ye Tian was using the most ruthless methods to consolidate his rule, and was also completely severing the last glimmer of hope for the restoration of Northern Qi.
Her heart was bleeding. But at the same time, the crazy thought in her heart, like a demonic flower blooming under the nourishment of blood, grew more and more intense, and more and more irresistible to her.
"Ye Tian, he really is a born emperor, no, a demon god who surpasses emperors! Decisive and ruthless, but only someone like him can truly create an unprecedented golden age, right?" Zhan Doudou murmured to herself, curled up on the cold phoenix bed, her eyes filled with contradictions and struggles.
"With Northern Qi in his hands, perhaps, perhaps, it truly can usher in a different future? If I, if I can bear him an heir, that child will surely inherit his godlike bloodline and talent! At that time, even if the name of Northern Qi ceases to exist, my bloodline, my hope, can continue in another way! Yes! This may be the only chance! I must, I absolutely must obtain his seed! With my body, for Northern Qi, and for myself, I will leave behind the last glimmer of hope!"
Once the thought took hold, it could no longer be suppressed. It became the only "lifeline" that Zhan Doudou could grasp in the face of national subjugation.
Finally, after several days of bloody purges, all dissenting voices within the capital of Northern Qi had completely fallen silent. Ye Tian, with an undeniable iron fist, firmly grasped control of this ancient capital.
On this day, he formally summoned Zhan Doudou, the "last empress" of Northern Qi, and Si Lili, who had "newly submitted," to the main hall of the Northern Qi palace, which he had temporarily occupied.
When Zhan Doudou and Si Lili entered the Golden Palace, which once symbolized the highest power of Northern Qi but was now adorned with the "Great Qin" dragon flag, with trepidation, they saw Ye Tian sitting high on the dragon throne that had been empty for several days, his expression indifferent, yet exuding an unparalleled majesty of ruling the world.