nyslfriends Chapter 254 Meeting Tang Emperor
Chapter 254 Meeting Tang Emperor
Chang Ke stormed off in anger. For him, the idea that the principles that cannot guarantee the interests of the prestigious families and clans are wrong.
Chu Shen looked at his departing figure with some regret.
He was serious. Although the reform of the Langxuan Heavenly Palace system had harmed the interests of the prestigious families and clans, neither he nor Wang Chen had the intention of completely eradicating them. If they cooperated, they would also receive sincere compensation.
Moreover, a more fair environment would also benefit the prestigious families and clans. At the very least, it would alleviate the conflicts between them and ordinary disciples to a certain extent.
When any conflict eventually erupts, it results in a river of blood. While the grassroots may suffer casualties, the prestigious families and clans, which are like weeds, are not diminished, are they?
In the past, the swallows flew into the homes of ordinary people in front of the Wang and Xie mansions.
Unfortunately, until now, he had not encountered anyone from the prestigious families who was willing to consider the collective interests. These people, who were accustomed to selfishness, had their rationality blinded by greed. They claimed to love their descendants, but in reality, they were only pursuing their own selfish interests.
"The illness lies in the pores, where the hot compress can reach; in the skin, where the needle and stone can reach; in the intestines and stomach, where the fire can reach; in the bone marrow, where the fate is assigned, but there is nothing to be done.
Now, it is in the bone marrow, which is meaningless."
He looked up at the clear sky, and his mind became clear.
The conversation was divided into two parts. Chang Ke, who had left in a huff, returned to the courtyard where the children of the prestigious families and clans were temporarily staying. The senior experts from each family who were protecting the younger generation greeted him when they saw his appearance.
"Senior Brother Chang, what's wrong? You look upset."
"Haha, it seems that Chu Shen has angered you again."
"Didn't Brother Chang go to discuss the etiquette for meeting the Emperor of the Great Tang Immortal Dynasty? How could he be so angry?"
"Our Vice Palace Master Chu has never treated us well. It's nothing new. What's so surprising about not having a good expression?"
"Perhaps he's trying to make up for the loss of face in Luo Zhou City?"
"Hahaha!"
Everyone laughed joyfully.
They didn't care about the tragedy in Luo Zhou City. They were just mortals, like ants. What does it matter if a city dies?
Moreover, it was not them who took action.
Instead, they took advantage of this incident to undermine Chu Shen's reputation, making fun of him for trying to stop the massacre in the city. They quickly distanced themselves from any involvement, enjoying the fact that the officials of the Great Tang Immortal Dynasty did not give him face. This truly made everyone laugh heartily and relieved their pent-up anger.
In recent days, during the reform of the system in Langhuan Heavenly Palace, which family hasn't suffered losses? Which family doesn't feel heartbroken about their own losses and harbor resentment towards Chu?
Chang Ke shared the same sentiment as them, and with lingering anger, he said indignantly, "That Chu Shen is just a blockhead, completely clueless. He harbors deep malice towards our prestigious families. I wish I could devour his flesh and skin!"
After speaking, he recounted Chu Shen's "twisted reasoning" and expressed his anger, saying, "And he still claims it's for the good of our families? I won't believe his lies!"
Someone confidently said, "I've been saying it all along. This little bastard is beyond redemption. He can't stand to see our families prosper. Brother Chang insisted on humiliating himself, thinking too highly of him."
Others echoed in agreement. In their hearts, if it weren't for Chu Shen's status as the acting Vice Palace Master, killing him would have severe consequences. They would have torn him apart long ago.
Touching the interests of their upper-class, it was like touching a tiger's whiskers, provoking their anger.
That is the root of their upper-class status!
"In fact, there is a way to deal with him!"
Suddenly, someone blurted out, and everyone fell silent.
They looked at each other and someone burst into laughter, saying, "Just kidding, why so serious? Let's laugh, laugh!"
"Hahaha!"
The group of people laughed and dispersed, but privately, the person who said "there is a way" started communicating with others one after another, quickly spreading their "method" to everyone's ears.
Many things cannot leave any handle on the surface, but covert operations without evidence are possible. Who knows the details? Can they still confront the various forces represented by these many people?
When an ordinary person gets angry, blood splatters five steps.
When the emperor gets angry, blood flows like a river.
But when a noble family gets angry, they dig in the gutter and play dirty tricks.
An unnoticed storm is brewing in the darkness, while an open confrontation is beginning.
On the day when the Emperor of the Great Tang Xian Dynasty decided to formally receive the guests from the Langxuan Heavenly Palace, Chu Shen dressed in the official attire of the Langxuan Heavenly Palace. Dozens of cultivators acted as escorts on the Lanfeng ship, and the casually arriving noble families also displayed their own postures, blending in.
For a while, flags fluttered, and the radiance of numerous magical treasures soared into the sky. The sound of carriages and horses filled the air, with extravagant canopies and clouds swirling around. They walked on the main road, heading towards the Tang Palace.
Throughout the journey, it is evident that Anyang City has undergone significant changes in the past few days.
There are many soldiers stationed on the streets, patrolling and inspecting. Behind them, the people of Anyang City line the streets to welcome, with the sound of drums and stringed instruments filling the air, creating a continuous melody.
The shops along the street have clearly been freshly painted in a short period of time, appearing bright and beautiful. The windows are clean and tidy, and many goods are displayed prominently, as if afraid of being overlooked.
Even the trees on the roadside are adorned with silk flowers and other decorations, as if proclaiming the magnificent atmosphere of the Great Tang Immortal Dynasty as a renowned immortal sect of the cultivation world. After all, the position of Langxuan Heavenly Palace as a Holy Earth Grade sect is unquestionable, and it is understandable that the officials and subjects of the Great Tang Immortal Dynasty do not want to appear weak.
However, Chu Shen saw through the dangers behind this extravagant display at a glance.
Most of the soldiers are not strong, and although their posture appears imposing, they are merely for show. When no one is around, they lack the discipline expected of soldiers.
The people wear hungry expressions, their eyes devoid of light, numb and indifferent. These are signs of a life without hope.
Although the shops seem to have sufficient goods, they are visibly stale. It is likely that the overall market liquidity is poor, and the forced smiles of the shop owners are evidence of their pressure.
The presence of music bands and decorative silk flowers is laughable. Can true peace and prosperity be achieved through such superficial means?
The true characteristic of a prosperous era lies in the spirit of the people of a great nation!
This Great Tang Immortal Dynasty will eventually come to an end!
With this thought in mind, Chu Shen is even more determined to meet his "father-in-law" in the future.
Dealing with such an incompetent ruler will not be difficult!