100: All nations came to pay tribute
“first king of all time?”
The Xia Emperor was slightly lost in thought. He had heard countless flatteries from his subjects, but it was the first time someone had called him the first king of all time.
Xie Weilou cupped his fists and said, “Your Majesty has presided over Great Xia for fifty-three years. Over the years, he has personally led troops, repelling the Eastern Zhou in the east, suppressing various states in the south, defending against demon nations in the north, and striking the Western Chu in the west, sweeping across the six directions and shaking the eight desolations, looking down upon the world. He has expanded Great Xia’s territory and established a foundation for ten thousand generations.”
“At the same time, he has emphasized agriculture, digging several canals; emphasized commerce, providing many conveniences for merchants, which has continuously strengthened Great Xia’s financial power; emphasized education, establishing many academies, allowing Great Xia’s common people to live in peace and countless young people to enroll in schools. This is a achievement for all ages, benefiting future generations, so your subject believes Your Majesty is the first king of all time!”
Isn't it just talking big and praising people? Having read so many history books and memorized so many history textbooks, isn't it just picking it up as you go?
“Holy crap! Flattery can be like this? Why didn't I think of saying it like this before? The Young Lord’s words are like a sudden enlightenment, making me realize.”
“I have been an official for many years, thinking I had mastered various verbal skills. Seeing Young Lord Xie’s words today, I realize I am still a babbling child, unclear in speech!”
“This praise is fresh and refined, making one feel comfortable all over!”
“I've learned, I've learned. I'll say it like this from now on.”
“.......”
The civil and military officials present all widened their eyes, staring at Xie Weilou with faces full of shock.
Who said Xie Weilou was unrestrained in his speech?
Seeing him today, they realized he understood officialdom! He was born to be a treacherous minister!
The Xia Emperor stood up, his eyes burning as he stared at Xie Weilou: “Xie Weilou, do you really think so?”
Xie Weilou respectfully said, “Your subject’s words are factual and without any exaggeration. The demon race is rampant, West Chu has been encroached upon, Eastern Zhou is also fighting desperately, and the southern dynasties are constantly in turmoil, with the people suffering. Only our Great Xia stands tall and firm, free from the ravages of war, developing magnificently. These are all reasons why Your Majesty guards Great Xia.”
“Good! Well said! You just spoke of warfare, agriculture, commerce, and education, but there is one thing you did not mention, and that is politics! Within Great Xia, many officials are very upright, but there are still some corrupt tumors. What do you think?”
The Xia Emperor gazed at Xie Weilou.
“......”
Some officials around instinctively lowered their heads, afraid of being noticed.
Xie Weilou cupped his fists and said, “Reporting to Your Majesty, you established the Tianquan Division precisely to solve this problem. All along, the Tianquan Division, the Court of Judicial Review, the Ministry of Justice, and the Imperial Censorate have also been diligently carrying out this matter. One day, Great Xia will surely have all nations coming to pay tribute, and offerings from all directions. The foundation for ten thousand generations will be at your feet, and the Royal Power and hegemony will be right before your eyes!”
“......”
The high-ranking officials of the Court of Judicial Review, the Ministry of Justice, and the Imperial Censorate looked deeply at Xie Weilou.
This child's words greatly pleased them; at least he didn't elevate the Tianquan Division by stepping on their respective departments.
This young man was more extraordinary than they had imagined and could indeed be of great use.
“This is not good!”
Xie Cangxuan secretly thought, feeling extremely uneasy.
“All nations coming to pay tribute, and offerings from all directions!”
The Xia Emperor's eyes sparkled with brilliance, and his blood surged. Xie Weilou's words made him even more comfortable.
Because that was exactly his thought. An Emperor, if he did not have the ambition to sweep across all directions and rule the world, how could he be an Emperor?
The Xia Emperor said to Xie Weilou, “Xie Weilou, please be seated!”
His cultivation had long since reached the Dragon Transformation Realm Peak, only a step away from the Divine Court Realm.
The last time he fought a great demon, he was indeed severely injured and even released news that his cultivation was lost, just to see who would dare to act recklessly.
Especially the surrounding dynasties, after learning of his injury, they caused even more trouble and created many incidents.
He was waiting for an opportunity, an opportunity to enter the Divine Court Realm. Once he entered the Divine Court Realm, he would surely sweep across all directions.
“......”
Xie Weilou bowed and then sat down.
The Xia Emperor looked at Baili Changqing: “My dear subject Baili, the Tianquan Division’s work has always satisfied me greatly. Continue to maintain it. If you encounter anyone uncooperative, do not show mercy. Execute first and report later; Royal Power is granted!”
“Your subject obeys the decree.”
Baili Changqing respectfully bowed.
“You all as well.”
The Xia Emperor then looked at the officials of the Court of Judicial Review, the Ministry of Justice, and the Imperial Censorate.
“We obey the decree!”
The officials immediately bowed.
“Reporting to Your Majesty, the Eastern Zhou delegation has arrived.”
An old eunuch stepped forward to report.
“Let them in.”
The Xia Emperor said calmly.
“Let the Eastern Zhou delegation enter.”
The old eunuch said in a deep voice.
Subsequently, a dozen Eastern Zhou people, surrounding a woman dressed in a white long dress, walked in.
The woman wore crystal shoes, a purple-gold bracelet on her wrist, and had a graceful figure with a white silk belt tied around her waist, revealing her exquisite curves. She was well-endowed, with long, straight, alluring legs.
Her skin was fair and delicate, her dark hair cascaded to her waist, and a veil covered her face, obscuring her features, but she was certainly beautiful. Her eyes were wise and bright.
Xie Weilou glanced at Yan Ruyu, then at this woman. Their attire was somewhat similar, but he wondered whose beauty was superior.
“Ji Yuehua, Second Princess of East Zhou, greets the Xia Emperor.”
This woman was precisely the Second Princess of Eastern Zhou, Ji Yuehua, Second Princess of East Zhou.
The Xia Emperor nodded slightly: “No need for formalities, please be seated.”
“......”
Ji Yuehua, Second Princess of East Zhou led the Eastern Zhou people to a nearby seat.
The Xia Emperor looked at Ji Yuehua, Second Princess of East Zhou: “May I ask if the Eastern Zhou delegation has any particular matter for their visit to Great Xia this time?”
Ji Yuehua, Second Princess of East Zhou respectfully said, “Reporting to the Xia Emperor, this time Yuehua has come to Great Xia mainly for the Northern You Alliance.”
“Northern You Alliance!”
The officials present showed thoughtful expressions.
Northern Nether is a city in the north, but this city has already been occupied by the demon race. The Northern You Alliance is about Great Xia and Eastern Zhou forming an alliance to attack the demons. This matter was decided by the Xia Emperor and the Zhou Emperor.
Although it was an alliance to attack demons, it also involved competition between the two great dynasties, and at that time, the young people of the two great dynasties would engage in a contest.
The Xia Emperor pondered, “The Northern You Alliance happens once every five years, but there is still quite some time until the alliance.”
Ji Yuehua, Second Princess of East Zhou said, “Indeed, there is still some time. Yuehua came to Great Xia early, in addition to discussing the alliance, to cultivate for a period in Great Xia and to witness the young talents of Great Xia!”
Great Xia has the Saint Academy, which is extraordinary, and she naturally wanted to enter it.
The Saint Academy's admission requirements are extremely strict, but it does not refuse people from outside dynasties.
Upon hearing this, the Xia Emperor understood Ji Yuehua, Second Princess of East Zhou's meaning. He smiled faintly and said, “That is excellent. Our Great Xia has countless young talents, and I guarantee Princess Yuehua will not be disappointed.”
Ji Yuehua, Second Princess of East Zhou glanced around and then said, “Yuehua sees many young talents right here in this hall. Coincidentally, I have also brought many outstanding individuals from Eastern Zhou this time, and they also wish to witness the strength of Great Xia’s talents. May we have a sparring match?”
Her purpose was very clear, without beating around the bush!
The Xia Emperor smiled and said, “Of course, you may. The clashes between young people are also part of growth. You are guests from afar, so you may set the rules for this sparring match!”
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