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Chapter 145 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Three days later, Chu Hechao led the army on the march. The troops moved at a fast pace, and daily military reports were sent back to Youzhou. Half a month later, they had entered the territory of Jizhou. Yang Zhongfa was left in Youzhou by Chu Hechao, not … Read more
Chapter 142 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The next day, Yuan Li instructed the personnel from the Liangliao Institution several times to find ways to safely bring Zhou Gongdan back to Youzhou. For this day of return, the Liangliao Institution had been preparing for many years. When they learned that Jia Qing and his subordinates … Read more
Chapter 143 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Such an atmosphere was something Jia Qing had never experienced before. Yet, once he found himself immersed in it, he felt an irresistible sense of comfort. That night, as Jia Qing helped his drunken subordinates back, one of them slurred, “General, I feel that Youzhou is much more … Read more
Chapter 144 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Chu Hechao reacted quickly and immediately got up, moving the chair to the table as if seriously sipping his tea. Just as he settled into his new position, the door was pushed open by Lady Chen. She walked in, her arm linked with a basket, looking anxious. Upon … Read more
Chapter 140 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> After sending out the letters, Jia Qing, still nursing his injuries, once again tried to dissuade Wu Shanshi. His words were harsh and unappealing. After numerous attempts, Wu Shanshi’s anger reached its limit, and he ordered Jia Qing to be thrown into prison. With Jia Qing locked away, … Read more
Chapter 141 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The Zhou Residence. Wu Shanshi was led to the entrance of the bedroom, and a servant courteously offered him a chair. As soon as Wu Shanshi sat down, Zhou Gongdan’s weak voice came from the dimly lit room, carrying a scent of sickness and decay, “Thank you for … Read more
Chapter 139 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Amidst the chaotic times, many prophecies would emerge, mostly hidden predictions by diviners that weren’t immediately discernible. But once one made a connection, it seemed to fit various people and events perfectly, leading people to believe in it more and more. Just like Wu Shanshi, he was convinced … Read more
Chapter 136 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> After the cupping therapy, everyone was startled by the marks on their bodies. Xuan Er stared at the marks on Yang Zhongfa’s back and said, “Dad, your marks look scary.” “It’s normal to have some marks after cupping therapy,” the physician walked behind Yang Zhongfa and reassured him, … Read more
Chapter 137 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Chu Hechao trained them in the martial arts field for a whole day and then took them to the military camp for the next two days. On the third evening, he finally allowed them to return. Yuan Li was waiting for them in the dining hall, and as … Read more
Chapter 138 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Two weeks later, Zhou Gongdan received a reply from Yuan Li. The reply was short and simple, consisting of only a few lines. Yuan Li would create fake “auspicious signs,” using the resources of the Liangliao Institution to build momentum for Wu Shanshi. Zhou Gongdan’s task was straightforward … Read more
Chapter 133 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The news of Chu Hechao killing Li Li spread throughout Luoyang City the next day. Upon learning that Li Li’s body had been hung on the city walls, the enraged citizens of Luoyang rushed to the scene with their families, spitting on the corpse and throwing stones in … Read more
Chapter 134 <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> On the way to Youzhou, the group also discussed the Luo River Alliance signed by Yuan Li and Chen Wang. “In five years, we won’t attack Chen Wang,” Yang Zhongfa smacked his lips and sighed, “I was quite interested in fighting against the navy, but after five years… … Read more
