Chapter 143 - Chapter 143: Year Name, Shuntian, Mu Lingluo’s New
Chapter 143: Year Name, Shuntian, Mu Lingluo’s New
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Translator: Henyee Translations | Editor: Henyee Translations
In the end of March of the 14th year of the Rende Era, Emperor Jiang Xiu, who reigned for fourteen years, passed away.
According to the Emperor’s edict, the Twelfth Prince, Jiang Tiansheng, would be the next emperor. He was also the youngest emperor in the history of Great Jing, only ten years old!
Great Jing was in an uproar!
Unexpectedly, the Emperor passed away the moment they received the good news of annexing the Hongxuan Dynasty.
When Jiang Jian learned of this, he immediately rushed back to the Si Province, and so did Chen Li.
Late at night, people in every household in the capital wailed because they knew that the emperor who treated them the best had left and they would not encounter such a benevolent emperor again.
Jiang Changsheng looked at the palace and was relieved to see the Head of Punishment guarding Jiang Tiansheng.
The Head of Punishment was an evil spirit that had accompanied Jiang Yuan, Jiang Ziyu, and Jiang Xiu. Right now, he was accompanying Jiang Tiansheng. “114 years later, the fourth emperor will ascend the throne.”
Jiang Changsheng thought as he sat against the trunk of the Earth Spirit Tree.
He no longer felt bad about Jiang Xiu’s passing, but he was still his eldest grandson. He still sent 50,000 incense points to Jiang Xiu and wished him to have good talent in his next life.
That was it.
In the future, when the descendants of the Jiang Family passed away, other than Jiang Jian, Jiang Changsheng would no longer bless them with incense points. He already blessed Great Jing, and he did not owe the following emperors anything.
Jiang Changsheng looked at the young Jiang Tiansheng and wondered if this new emperor could continue to lead Great Jing towards the goal of unifying the continent.
With the return of Jiang Jian and Chen Li, the court became stable. Even though the Head of Punishment was protecting him, the ten-year-old Jiang Tiansheng was still worried about becoming the emperor.
Chen Li specially paid a visit to Jiang Changsheng. After ensuring that the will had not been changed, he decided to support Jiang Tiansheng.
In Jiang Xiu’s edict, he conferred Chen Li as the Minister of Luck and retained his position as a general. He hoped that he would protect Jiang Tiansheng.
When the 1000 experts of Destiny learned that Jiang Tiansheng was about to ascend the throne, they were overjoyed. However, no one dared to control him because they knew that with the Dao Ancestor around, the Jiang Family’s imperial power would not be in chaos.
For Jiang Tiansheng to ascend the throne, he must have the support of the Dao Ancestor.
When Jiang Jian returned to Longqi Mountain, he was extremely depressed.
After drinking for several days, he wanted to numb himself. Ping’an, who came back with him, was also depressed. He seemed to have thought of Jiang Ziyu. Jiang Changsheng did not comfort them. Parting ways in life was a must.
In the blink of an eye.
June.
The Twelfth Prince, Jiang Tian, was born to ascend the throne. From next year onwards, he would be known as Shuntian. He also had his own emperor title, the Emperor Shuntian.
That month, Emperor Rende was buried, and the temple where he was buried was named Renzong.
Jing Renzong!
From then on, this temple’s name was enough to show Jiang Xiu’s image in the hearts of the officials and commoners.
Jing Renzong had been in power for 14 years and was diligent in his administration. He had never committed any atrocities and even led Great Jing to annex a Luck Dynasty. With this contribution, he could stand side by side with the founding emperor and be even better than him, second only to Jing Taizong.
Even though Emperor Shuntian was young, he was very sensible. After mourning for seven days, he came to visit Jiang Changsheng with Chen Li and the Head of Punishment.
Ever since they met in the palace, this was the second time Jiang Changsheng had met Emperor Shuntian.
Emperor Shuntian respectfully kowtowed to Jiang Changsheng.
Jiang Changsheng raised his hand and helped him up. “You are the Emperor.
You cannot kneel to anyone in the future. Do you understand?”
Emperor Shuntian nodded and said, “I know, but this is what my Father asked me to do.”
Jiang Changsheng sighed. He understood what he meant. He rubbed his head and pulled him to a table.
Chen Li and the Head of Punishment did not disturb them. Instead, they walked out of the courtyard and waited.
After chatting with Emperor Shuntian for a while, Jiang Changsheng realized that this kid was very smart. He even reminded him of Jiang Ziyu.
The ten-year-old Emperor Shuntian already had his own opinions and goals.
Facing Jiang Changsheng, he was in high spirits and expressed his ambitions.
Jiang Changsheng looked at him with a smile and felt emotional. He recalled that dozens of years ago, the young Jiang Ziyu had also told him about his ambitions.
Gradually, Jiang Ziyu and Emperor Shuntian overlapped.
Jiang Changsheng fell into endless thoughts.
Why was Ziyu not reincarnated yet? Could it be that he wanted to turn the tide when no one in Great Jing could become an emperor?
Jiang Changsheng thought silently.
After chatting for a long time, Emperor Shuntian stood up and walked to Jiang Jian. “Ninth Imperial Uncle, don’t be sad anymore. The last wish of my father and grandfather is to unify the continent, so you can’t slack off. Even though I am young, I am not timid. However, I am the Emperor and cannot go into battle to kill enemies, so I hope that you can help me.”
After saying that, he bowed.
Jiang Jian immediately sobered up and hastily helped him up. Looking at this young emperor, Jiang Jian felt sour in his heart and an unprecedented sense of mission enveloped his heart.
“Ninth Brother, my father has General Ping’an. I’m counting on you.”
“Hahahaha, Ninth Brother, I’ve finally waited for you to become a Golden Body realm expert. You and I will definitely surpass our ancestors and open up a larger territory..
Jiang Xiu’s words continued to ring in his ears, making him feel uncomfortable. He pulled Emperor Shuntian into his arms and whispered, “I promise you that I will let you live up to your father’s last wish..
The reason why he felt so uncomfortable was mainly because he did not see Jiang Xiu for the last time.
Emperor Shuntian did not say much. Instead, he raised his hand and hugged Jiang Jian’s majestic back.
Looking at this scene, Jiang Changsheng smiled in relief. This was the charm of inheritance.
After Emperor Shuntian left, Jiang Jian perked up and began to train.
Next was the Donghai Dynasty!
At the same time, the news of Jing Renzong’s death had spread throughout the continent. When the various dynasties learned that the new Emperor of Great Jing was a ten-year-old child, the entire continent laughed and breathed a sigh of relief.
This kid was still young. He would have to wait at least ten years before the war would start again!
Perhaps this kid was playful and did not want to fight?
For a moment, undercurrents surged in all dynasties, and more and more people entered the capital every day.
In a dream.
It was rare that Jiang Changsheng did not spar with Mu Lingluo and instead chatted with her.
Mu Lingluo sat beside him and asked softly, “Brother Changsheng, is there something on your mind?”
Jiang Changsheng sighed and said, “My grandson has passed away.”
“Ah?”
Mu Lingluo turned pale with fright. If Brother Changsheng had a grandson, wouldn’t that mean…
Jiang Changsheng calmly said, “I sent away my wife and children, and then I sent away my grandson. I realized that my heart was getting calmer and calmer with each passing. Perhaps when others only have themselves left, they will doubt their lives and not know what to pursue in life. However, I am still determined. I want to live forever and constantly pursue stronger strength until I become the strongest.”
When Mu Lingluo heard that Jiang Changsheng’s wife had also passed away, she could not help but breathe a sigh of relief. Soon after, she felt ashamed. How could she have such thoughts?
She looked at Jiang Changsheng with a gentle gaze.
That’s right. She already knew that Jiang Changsheng’s age tar exceeded hers.
Otherwise, how could he have accompanied her since she was young? Furthermore, he was always stronger than her and had grasped so many unbelievable ultimate techniques.
She did not know why Jiang Changsheng had entered her dream, but she felt lucky to have all this.
Jiang Changsheng’s goal was also her goal. She also wanted to pursue stronger strength.
But now, she had a new goal.
She also wanted to live forever so that he would no longer be alone.
Jiang Changsheng quietly recounted his feelings while Mu Lingluo listened attentively.
After a long time.
Jiang Changsheng smiled and said, “Tell me, how have you been?”
Mu Lingluo said, “I’m doing well, but it’s quite boring. By the way, do you still remember the Lin Haotian I mentioned before? That guy is very active. His childhood sweetheart, his cousin, has fallen in love with a prodigy from the Saint Mansion. He flew into a rage out of humiliation and insisted on a decisive battle. Even though he was defeated, he broke through to become a True God before the battle and alarmed the Saint Mansion, so he was accepted as a disciple by an elder. However, the grudge between him and that prodigy has yet to end. Both of them are prepared to participate in the Saint Mansion’s training, and I’m afraid they will fight again.”
This story sounded so familiar…
Jiang Changsheng asked, “Then what do you think of him?”
Mu Lingluo shook her head and said, “Not much. I think he’s quite weak. The girl doesn’t like him, so why force her? He might as well train well. His family background is pretty good, and he’s talented. Why should he worry about women?”
Jiang Changsheng smiled and asked, “Have any male disciples pursued you?”
Mu Lingluo blinked and said, “Of course there are, but they didn’t have the chance since I had been in seclusion. Alas, it’s all Brother Changsheng’s fault for appearing in my dream too early. It made me feel that other men are nothing.”
“Then I won’t appear in your dreams in the future.”
“No, Brother Changsheng, you have to come.”
She hugged Jiang Changsheng’s arm and leaned against his shoulder as she snorted.
Her ears turned red and her heartbeat sped up.
It was clearly a dream, so why did she feel it so deeply?
Mu Lingluo was fascinated as she thought that this was the first time she had been so bold. Perhaps it was because she was looking at Jiang Changsheng’s rare melancholy side.
Jiang Changsheng did not break free. He looked at the blue sky and said, “I will accompany you. I will always be with you.”
Mu Lingluo softly answered, “Then I will also work hard to live and accompany you forever.”
Even though she was not sure if she could meet Jiang Changsheng in this life, she would work hard for this goal.
“No, we will definitely meet!”
Mu Lingluo thought with determination.
It was October, and autumn had arrived.
In the bedroom.
Emperor Shuntian sat on the bed with the Human King behind him, and the latter was transferring his strength to the former.
The Human King slowly retracted his hand and said, “You are still too young. It will take me three years to fully transfer my strength to you.”
His hair had turned pale, indicating the depletion of his strength.
Emperor Shuntian got up, walked down the bed, and helped the Human King up.
The Human King shook his head and laughed. “I don’t need your help. Alright, go ahead. I’ll take my leave.”
As soon as he finished speaking, he disappeared from the bed without a trace. Emperor Shuntian walked to the study at the side and said, “Send Jiang Tianjue to see me.”
The White-robed Guards outside the door immediately accepted the order and left.
An hour later, Jiang Tianjue walked into the study. He was very nervous. When he saw Emperor Shuntian, he gritted his teeth and bowed. “Greetings, Your Majesty.”
“Since you call me Your Majesty, why don’t you kneel?”
Emperor Shuntian sat on a chair and asked casually as he held a book.
Jiang Tianjue’s face was ashen. He felt aggrieved, but more than that, he felt fear.
He took a deep breath and knelt down to kowtow. He gritted his teeth and said,
“Greetings, Your Majesty!”
Emperor Shuntian did not look at him and said in a soft voice, “I know about your previous actions. I can overlook it, but I cannot forget, let alone confer you the title of king. Go to Longqi Temple and become a Daoist priest from now on..”