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The umbrella carries the most sincere respect and love of the people of Nanjing, and the dignity built on that emotion is perhaps more meaningful.
Unbeknownst to him, Chu Yang rode his horse past the brothel he used to frequent. Heads of all sizes peeked out from the windows and railings, trying to steal a glance at him.
They're all people I know!
A sly smile appeared in Chu Yang's eyes. He suddenly straightened up and whistled in the direction of the brothel, the sound echoing in the quiet street.
The people standing by the roadside looked on incredulously.
Zheng Dongliu and the others following behind Chu Yang were also stunned. They never expected that Chu Yang, who was already sitting on the throne, would make such a frivolous move!
After a while.
A huge noise erupted in the street!
Someone burst out laughing!
Someone shouted!
Some people started jeering!
Some people even imitated Chu Yang's whistling.
Before long, the streets were filled with the sound of whistling.
More people came out of their houses to watch the commotion!
A fierce response also came from the brothel!
"His Majesty's charm remains as undiminished as ever!"
"Well done, Your Majesty!"
"Your Majesty, please don't forget me..."
Hearing the cheers of the people, Zhuge Zhengwo shook his head and chuckled, then turned to look at Zheng Dongliu, "Our Emperor has a very special charm."
Zheng Dongliu nodded and smiled, "He is not an ordinary person to begin with, and should not be regarded by ordinary standards."
"I'm truly looking forward to seeing what the Ming Dynasty will be like under His Majesty's rule, hahaha." (End of Chapter)
Chapter 206 Duan Tianya! Gu Santong!
After Zhu Wushi died, the ownership of the Dragon Guard Manor changed hands and came into the hands of Zhuge Zhengwo.
Duan Tianya handled this situation well, as he was a sensible person, though he was still somewhat resentful about Zhu Wushi's death.
Guihai Yidao has a violent temper. After learning of Zhu Wushi's death, he voluntarily left the Dragon Guard Manor and his whereabouts are still unknown.
Haitang, the "Number One Secret Agent of the Mysterious Character," is still recruiting extraordinary people from all over the world at the Number One Manor in the World and has not yet returned to the capital. Zhuge Zheng wants to wait until everything in the manor is sorted out before calling her back.
The Dragon Guardian Manor holds too many secrets, and even with Duan Tianya's help, Zhuge Zhengwo still finds it extremely difficult to deal with.
Zhuge Zhengwo found a dragon robe in a secret room, along with many letters. The letters were exchanged between Zhu Wushi and a border general, seemingly plotting something, though the letters didn't explicitly state it...
But this did not prevent the brilliant strategist Zhuge Zhengwo from noticing some clues.
All signs indicate that the Iron-Blooded Marquis had been planning to seize the throne for a long time.
Zhuge Zheng did not expose these things in public, but found an opportunity to tell Chu Yang privately. He did not expect Chu Yang to be so calm, as if he had expected it all along.
This led Zhuge Zhengwo to have a guess.
Perhaps on that day in the Hall of Supreme Harmony, His Majesty deliberately provoked Zhu Wushi into demonic possession so that he could eliminate him at the same time.
The protective array used by Hulong Manor to deceive people was ordered to be removed by Zhuge Zhengwo.
The protective mountain formation, ostensibly meant to safeguard intelligence, was nothing more than a shield for Zhu Wushi's despicable acts.
Zhuge Zhengwo doesn't need them, so those illusion formations are unnecessary.
Some of the natural formations formed by the natural spiritual veins could not be removed, and they still covered most of the villa, leaving only the entrance exposed.
Zhuge Zhengwo led Chu Yang and the others into the Dragon Guard Manor from the entrance, while Duan Wuyai led the manor's secret agents to wait there early to welcome His Majesty the Emperor's arrival.
With mixed feelings, Duan Wuyai knelt down and bowed, saying in a dignified but not arrogant manner, "Your subject Duan Wuyai pays his respects to Your Majesty."
"I heard Guihai Yidao has left. Why are you staying?" Chu Yang dismounted and walked up to Duan Wuyai, asking, "He hates me for killing the Imperial Uncle. Don't you hate him too?"
"If my adoptive father hadn't fallen into demonic possession but had died at Your Majesty's hands, I would probably have fought Your Majesty to the death to avenge him," Duan Wuyai said in a deep voice. "But since my adoptive father fell into demonic possession first, he should be executed. Otherwise, what will happen to all the people in the capital?"
"The scourge of demons has plagued the Ming Dynasty for decades, and it cannot be tolerated in the slightest! Your Majesty is fortunate that you had the ability to kill my adoptive father at that time."
Chu Yang nodded and said with emotion, "Putting everything else aside, the Imperial Uncle has a very good ability to cultivate talents. Having an adopted son like you, he has lived a worthwhile life."
Duan Wuyai looked ashamed and bowed his head, saying, "Your Majesty is too kind. I am unworthy of such praise. As a son, I failed to advise my adoptive father to be careful in cultivating the Absorption Technique, which led him to be greedy for merit and act rashly, ultimately going astray."
"Even a hundred deaths could not atone for it."
Zhuge Zhengwo comforted him, "Tianya, you can't think like that. You haven't practiced the Absorption Technique, so how would you know that technique is so evil? It's normal that you weren't on guard."
Zheng Dongliu nodded and said, "Young people shouldn't be so hard on themselves."
Hearing their words of comfort, Duan Tianya's expression softened a little. He had kept these words bottled up inside for too long, and finally he could let them out and release some of the pressure.
Chu Yang said, "Enough of this small talk. Lord Duan, please take me to see the legendary Gu Santong. I heard he was imprisoned in a secret dungeon by the Divine Marquis. What's his situation now?"
Duan Tianya led the way, and when he heard Chu Yang's question, he replied, "Your Majesty, Gu Santong had old injuries before, and after enduring so many years, his body is already depleted. Now he is just a candle in the wind."
Chu Yang sighed, "Does that mean he won't live much longer? It's truly lamentable that such a legendary figure has met such an end."
Duan Tianya's ears burned, and he didn't know how to respond. After all, it was Zhu Wushi who framed Gu Santong, and it wouldn't be appropriate for him to say anything from his position.
The group arrived at the prison where the prisoners were held at the Dragon Guard Manor. Duan Tianya went to one of the cells, turned a candlestick hanging in the corner, and then the cell floor collapsed, revealing a dusty staircase.
"This underground area is a maze of interconnected passages, with countless rooms and a vast number of prisoners."
"There are human remains and demon remains inside. It should be the place where Zhu Wushi absorbed their power."
"Strange blood still lingers in some places, emanating an ominous aura..."
Zhuge Zhengwo took the torch from Duan Tianya and walked in the lead, saying with a smile, "Your Majesty must keep up closely, lest you lose your way, or this old minister will have to dismantle the entire secret prison below to find you."
Chu Yang grinned, "Don't worry about me. Who will be looking for whom later is still uncertain. I hope the Marquis doesn't get lost."
Zheng Dongliu stood behind Chu Yang and laughed loudly.
Yu Huatian and Cao Zhengchun protected Chu Yang, while Duan Tianya stayed at the very back of the group to ensure that no one was left behind.
After walking for a while, the steps disappeared, replaced by a rough stone path, as if it had been carved out by brute force with swords and knives. Before them appeared a series of dark stone caves, their destinations unknown.
"Come with me."
Zhuge Zhengwo left a sentence and slowly crawled into a stone cave. Chu Yang followed behind, using his Observation Haki, but it was like a stone sinking into the sea, having no effect.
This indicates that Gu Santong has reached the level of cultivating through martial arts, and the true essence within his body has given birth to spiritual energy, which can interfere with the domineering aura.
Unfortunately... the oil had run out and the lamp had burned out.
Martial artists are different from cultivators. Their cultivation is entirely contained within their flesh and blood. No matter how high their cultivation level is, if their blood and qi are depleted, it will all be for naught.
Before long, a light appeared in the dark passage. When they crawled out, they found that their surroundings had turned into square stone houses, which were the secret prisons of the Dragon Guard Manor.
In the dim sunlight, a figure sat, his hair white and his body withered, his whole body bound by iron chains, his collarbone pierced by hooks, unable to move.
An invincible mischievous boy.
Ancient Three Passes.
A legend appeared before everyone in this state, and everyone's face showed a complex expression.
"Knowing full well that he's innocent, why not release him and let him rest properly?"
Chu Yang looked at Zhuge Zhengwo and Duan Tianya with displeasure.
"Your Majesty, please calm down." Zhuge Zhengwo bowed and said, "Gu Santong's collarbone has been pierced for many years. If it is opened rashly, his remaining essence will probably be completely depleted."
"The pair of claws made by Zhu Wushi are no ordinary objects; they are mixed with the bone powder of demons!"
Everyone gasped.
Zheng Dongliu was furious and said, "Zhu Wushi is truly vicious! He has been loved by the people all these years and praised for his benevolence and righteousness. He is a shameless villain."
Yu Huatian sneered, "He wanted to kill Gu Santong, but he felt guilty and couldn't bring himself to do it. He was also afraid that Gu Santong might escape from the secret prison one day, so he chose this method. He really wanted to have his cake and eat it too."
The crowd cursed Zhu Wushi, while Duan Wuyai, standing to the side, was filled with shame, each word cutting to his heart.
The godfather he once idolized seemed to have never existed.
"The person is dead, why bother talking about these things?"
Chu Yang glanced at them casually, signaling them to shut up.
Filled with righteous indignation, Zheng Dongliu belatedly realized what was happening and turned to Duan Tianya, casting an apologetic glance at him.
Yu Huatian then offered his apologies.
The commotion seemed to have startled the drowsy Gu Santong. He slowly opened his eyes and silently observed the group of uninvited guests before him.
"The Marquis has been coming down quite frequently these past few days, but it's a pity that it's no use for you to worship me now. You have to be dead before you can worship me, so that my spirit in heaven can protect you."
Gu Santong winked mischievously at Zhuge Zhengwo, and said some sarcastic and unpleasant things.
Zhuge Zhengwo was not surprised by this and went straight to the point: "Gu Santong, didn't you want to see His Majesty? I've brought His Majesty to you!"