NCCnovel Chapter 42 The Great Sui Dynasty's Heavenly Khan, Yang Guang
Chapter 42 The Great Sui Dynasty's Heavenly Khan, Yang Guang
When Lü Xiao reappeared the next day, he was already standing proudly beside Yang Guang.
He was still wearing that armor, carrying the invincible halberd on his shoulder, his tall figure as steady as a mountain.
This moment felt like the time when Lü Bu protected Dong Zhuo.
"Your Majesty," Lü Xiao tilted his head slightly and asked in a low voice, "did that official from the Astronomical Bureau determine whether today is an auspicious day?"
He remembered that in ancient times, whenever there was a sacrifice to Heaven, a Fengshan ceremony, or a grand ceremony, officials who observed the stars and the qi would always be asked to calculate an auspicious day.
Why is Yang Guang in such a hurry this time? Is he afraid that things might change and the envoys from the hundred countries might back out?
"Hmph." Upon hearing this, Yang Guang let out a short, cold laugh through his nose and casually waved his wide sleeve.
"They say today is not an auspicious day, but I say today is a lucky day!"
He was the Son of Heaven, the Emperor, the sole ruler of this vast land.
What constitutes a good day and what constitutes a bad day is ultimately determined by his golden words!
No one can question it, and no one can stop it!
In particular, such an unprecedented grand ceremony, in which hundreds of nations jointly revered and worshipped the Khan, is rare in both ancient and modern times.
Today, this designation must be definitively established and etched into history!
That makes sense.
Lu Xiao nodded slightly. "A strong fist is still the best weapon."
Watching Lü Xiao follow Yang Guang step by step towards the high platform.
Watching Lü Xiao follow Yang Guang up the steps.
The Sui Dynasty officials, both civil and military, standing solemnly below the stage, practically had blood in their eyes.
They followed the emperor closely, almost as his protectors, and together they received the homage of officials and even envoys from various countries.
What an honor and special privilege this is!
This is far beyond what ordinary confidants can compare to.
Even his own son could only kneel respectfully below the stage and look up at him.
Lü Xiao's position has surpassed all other officials, directly approaching the emperor's ears.
"The tallest tree in the forest is the first to be felled by the wind..."
The representatives of the major families exchanged glances, their faces bearing meaningful, almost playful smiles.
They had already thoroughly investigated Lü Xiao's background.
This person had no background whatsoever; he wasn't even from a humble family, let alone a prominent one. He practically appeared out of nowhere.
Such a person has suddenly gained such favor from His Majesty.
This is further combined with the various measures implemented by Yang Guang in recent years to suppress powerful clans and strengthen centralized power.
All signs indicate that Lü Xiao is the sharpest blade that Yang Guang has meticulously crafted, ready to be wielded against all the powerful clans!
If we want to check and balance Yang Guang and get rid of Lü Xiao, we ultimately have to rely on the Yuwen family.
After all, few people in the world can defeat Lü Xiao.
Only Yuwen Chengdu, the former number one warrior of the Sui Dynasty.
At this moment, Yuwen Huaji, along with Yuwen Chengdu, was also looking up at the backs of Yang Guang and Lü Xiao.
Wiping the drool from the corner of his mouth, Yuwen Huaji was filled with mixed emotions.
A true man should be like this!
Ask yourself, who wouldn't want to be worshipped by thousands?
A figure moved swiftly and agilely; Yuwen Chenglong, who should have been confined at home, appeared here at this moment.
He approached Yuwen Huaji and whispered, "Oh my, I think Lü Xiao looks a lot like Lü Bu, and Your Majesty looks like Dong Zhuo."
Upon hearing this, Yuwen Huaji silently gave a thumbs up in his heart.
Who is so insightful? They are absolutely right.
Yang Guang's cruelty, Lü Xiao's martial prowess.
These two are practically the Dong Zhuo and Lü Bu of the Sui Dynasty.
Turning his head, he was shocked to find that it was his second son who had said those words.
"You unfilial son, how did you get out?"
"Hehe, I'm here to report!" Yuwen Chenglong grinned, revealing a set of white teeth.
He hadn't forgotten the important task Lü Xiao had entrusted to him, which had taken him quite a bit of effort.
Burn it?
The temperature was never high enough, so he finally had a brilliant idea: to skin and debone the animal.
Large pieces of bone were smashed and then thrown into a fire to be burned, which barely achieved the effect of reducing the bones to ashes.
At this moment, the earthenware jar he was holding tightly in his arms contained the ashes of Goguryeo and Japanese people.
"Why don't you listen to me? Is Lü Xiao your father?"
Yuwen Huaji really wanted to chop Yuwen Chenglong up with a single sword stroke.
"I only listen to what's right."
"Are you saying that everything I said before was incorrect?"
"Hmm..." Yuwen Chenglong hugged the jar tightly, pondered for a moment, and then said, "I only listen to what I think is right."
At this point, Yuwen Huaji was completely speechless.
Good, good, he didn't raise this son in vain.
Accompanied by the sound of ceremonial drums and music, the civil and military officials standing solemnly below the steps fell silent and held their breath.
The Minister of the Court of State Ceremonies, holding the letters from a hundred countries, began to read them aloud in a voice as loud as a bell.
Every word and phrase is an oath of submission from a hundred nations.
From the kingdoms of the Western Regions to the vassal states of the East China Sea, all of them revered Emperor Yang Guang of the Sui Dynasty as the Heavenly Khan.
As the official letter was read to the end, the resounding cry of "Long live the Heavenly Khan!" echoed in everyone's ears.
On the high platform, Yang Guang's fingertips had already unconsciously been caressing the jade belt at his waist.
Upon hearing the words "Heavenly Khan," he could no longer hide the smile on his lips.
His eyes and brows were filled with a blissful intoxication, as if even the sun could not match the intensity of his heart at that moment.
The officials below the platform were far away, and could only see the emperor standing solemnly.
No one could see the slight upturn of his chin, which concealed a hint of undisguised smugness and arrogance.
Lu Xiao stood beside Yang Guang and saw this scene clearly.
Showing off, he's so boastful.
Yang Guang at this moment is probably dreaming of conquering the south and the north, and having the whole world submit to him.
He even led the soldiers of the Sui Dynasty to the moon, where he could play the role of a cosmic emperor.
"Greetings, Heavenly Khan!"
As the official credentials were read aloud, the sea of people from hundreds of countries below the stage, guided by officials from the Court of State Ceremonies, began their journey.
They knelt down in unison, their shouts of worship as loud as a mountain collapsing into the sea.
Wave after wave surged higher and higher, soaring straight into the sky.
Hearing the thunderous roar, Yang Guang opened his eyes and spoke, his tone full of smug satisfaction:
"Gentlemen, look! Today, the four barbarian tribes are subdued and the eight directions are paying tribute. This is a clear sign that our Great Sui Dynasty is prosperous and a golden age is about to arrive!"
"By the mandate of Heaven, I have been entrusted with nurturing all people and governing the four corners of the land. I shall not fail this vast and beautiful land, nor shall I fail the sincere loyalty of you, the hundred nations!"
As soon as the words were spoken, the civil and military officials of the Sui Dynasty seized the opportunity and cheered even more enthusiastically:
"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Sui Dynasty! May the nation prosper forever!"
Hearing this cry, Lu Xiao felt a surge of excitement.
It has to be being the emperor!
Otherwise, how could one be worshipped by thousands?
Damn, this is so awesome!
No wonder Yang Guang devoted himself to foreigners, making them come to the country to pay homage every year. So that's what it meant.
Yang Guang raised his hand to suppress the shouts, and then spoke:
"However, although I have received the Mandate of Heaven, rule the four seas, and am revered by all nations as the Heavenly Khan."
"Yet there are still those who are stubborn and ignorant of their destiny!"
"The Eastern Turks and Goguryeo have defied the imperial authority and acted rebelliously. What do you, my esteemed ministers, think should be done?"
Upon hearing these words, Lü Xiao knew it was his turn to step in.