Daming: After self-explosive time travel, Lao Zhu's mentality collapsed

"Okay, stop saying those cold, formal words. Today is a happy day, let's go to the palace to celebrate!"

As he spoke, Zhu Di personally led Chu Ze and strode into the palace gate.

Civil and military officials followed closely behind.

For a moment, the Golden Palace was brightly lit and filled with the sound of toasts.

The sound of stringed instruments is melodious, and there is singing and dancing.

It is a peaceful and harmonious scene of prosperity and peace. Who could have imagined that beneath this calm appearance, there are undercurrents surging and murderous intentions lurking everywhere?
Chu Ze sat upright, looking calm.

He raised his glass and saluted Zhu Di from a distance.

"Your Majesty, please check on the dragon's body."

Zhu Di was very pleased and said yes repeatedly.

"My dear minister, you have fought for me in all directions, wearing armor and carrying weapons. Now that you have returned victoriously, I am very pleased."

As he spoke, the emperor slowly stood up and looked around the room.

"My dear ministers, Chu Ze has made great contributions this time and can be recorded as a first-class meritorious service. I have ordered that he be promoted to the Minister of War immediately. I decree this!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the whole room was in an uproar.

The Minister of War is in charge of the military forces of the country and holds a high position of power. Who wouldn't be jealous of such an honor?

Chu Ze was not moved at all, and said calmly:
"I am grateful for your grace and will do my best until my death!"

His words were so powerful that people couldn't help but stand in awe of him.

The prince nodded secretly, with a hint of approval in his eyes.

This Chu Qing is truly extraordinary. If he can be won over and used for his own benefit, his future will be limitless.

Just as he was thinking about it, he suddenly heard a commotion outside the Golden Palace.

The guards hurried into the hall, their faces full of panic.

"Your Majesty, there is an incident outside the palace!"

"Why are you so panicked?" Zhu Di frowned.

The guard knelt on the ground and reported in a trembling voice:
"Your Majesty, a large number of unidentified men in black have gathered outside the palace, and the leader claims to be..."

He swallowed, his voice trembling.

"Devil!"

Civil and military officials looked at each other and talked a lot.

"Who is the demon?"

"How dare you gather outside the palace? Are you planning a rebellion?"

"This person's origins are unknown, he must have ulterior motives!"

Zhu Di became furious and slammed the table and stood up.

"Come here! Deliver my imperial decree! Order the imperial guards to be on alert and escort the emperor to the battle!"

"promise!"

The eunuch hurriedly took the order and left, quickly gathering an elite imperial guard and preparing for battle.

Zhu Di personally went into battle, followed closely by Chu Ze and the crown prince.

The group of people marched in a mighty and murderous manner and headed straight for the palace gate.

When I walked out of the palace gate, I saw a black crowd of people, staring at the palace with a fierce look.

The leader was wearing a black robe, his face hidden under the wide brim of his hat, so his features could not be seen clearly.

The man stood with his hands behind his back, a fierce murderous aura surrounding him, and he was intimidating without even getting angry.

"Here is the demon, here to see His Majesty!"

The man spoke in a deep and rich voice, revealing a strange magical power.

All around him, countless pairs of eyes were staring at him, all filled with surprise and doubt.

"Who is this person? How dare he gather a crowd in front of the palace!"

"Looking at this posture, it's clear that they came prepared! There must be a big conspiracy!"

"Look behind him, those men in black look ferocious! Could they be some evil cult?"

There were discussions everywhere, and people were in a panic. Zhu Di, however, looked solemn and asked in a deep voice:
"Who are you? Why are you gathering here? What is your purpose?"

As he spoke, he raised the sword in his hand, pointing the tip of the sword directly at the person who was coming.

The prince and Chu Ze looked at each other tacitly, and quietly put their hands on the swords at their waists, ready to deal with emergencies at any time.

The imperial guards around were on high alert, with their arrows on the string, waiting for the emperor's order.

However, the devil was not in a hurry, but laughed loudly towards the sky.

"Hahaha! Your Majesty, please calm down! I am not a criminal!"

As he spoke, he actually knelt on one knee and bowed in the direction of the imperial palace.

"I am here to help the Ming Dynasty! If Your Majesty does not forsake me, I am willing to lead my men and serve the Ming Dynasty at my utmost!"

As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar everywhere.

People looked at each other in disbelief.

"Is what this person said true?"

"If you really want to serve your country, why do you need to make such a big fuss?"

"I'm afraid he has ulterior motives and ill intentions!"

Questioning voices came one after another, surrounding the demon.

Zhu Di heard this, his eyes were like lightning, staring at the demon. He took a step forward and said in a deep voice: "Since you claim to be the one who is appointed by heaven, please show your power in this court and let us see it!"

"Your Majesty, you are wrong." Tianmo smiled calmly and slowly stood up. He looked around, and everyone he saw was in awe.

"Although I have received the mandate of heaven, I dare not claim to be sacred. To help Your Majesty and serve the country and the people is the original intention of my coming here."

His tone was calm, but it was full of unquestionable majesty. Zhu Di was slightly shocked, knowing that this person was definitely not an ordinary person.

The prince watched quietly from the side, his expression unpredictable. Chu Ze frowned, as if he had infinite doubts.

Officials all around were whispering and discussing.

"This person is quite important!"

"How dare you be so presumptuous in front of the emperor? Do you really have something to rely on?"

"Be careful, there may be fraud! Don't trust it!"

The voices of doubt became more and more intense, and people were in a state of panic. The imperial guards held their sword handles, ready to take action at any time.

The demon was calm and composed, not moved at all. He stood with his hands behind his back, his black robe rustling.

Suddenly, a powerful aura burst out from him!

The momentum swept over like a tsunami, instantly covering the entire place. There was an invisible huge pressure, which made everyone want to kneel down.

"What kind of power is this?" someone couldn't help but exclaimed.

"What a terrifying aura!" someone said in a trembling voice with a pale face.

Even Zhu Di's face changed, but he quickly calmed down and shouted loudly:

"Demon! Who are you? Do you have any hidden agenda in coming here?"

Upon hearing this, the demon laughed loudly towards the sky.

"Hahaha! Your Majesty, you worry too much! I came here this time only because I saw your majesty's domineering and wise power, so I came to lend a hand to your majesty."

He said, and prostrated himself again:
"If your majesty does not give up, the demon is willing to do his best to help your majesty achieve hegemony and create a prosperous Ming Dynasty!"

These words were spoken passionately and righteously. The people around were so excited that their blood boiled and they all looked at Zhu Di with admiration.

Even Zhu Di showed a look of joy and nodded secretly.

"Although this person's origins are unknown, it would not be a bad idea if he could be used by me."

He was about to speak, but Chu Ze beat him to the punch, "Your Majesty, wait a minute!"

Chu Ze strode forward and looked at Tianmo coldly:

"Although your Excellency has good intentions, Your Majesty is the ruler of a country. How can you easily trust others? Please show some sincerity and convince everyone."

As soon as this was said, everyone nodded in agreement. The demon was not angry, but just laughed:
"General, what you said is absolutely right. How about this, let's have a martial arts competition. If I lose, I will retreat and never bother Your Majesty again."

Chu Ze heard this, and a hint of cruelty flashed in his eyes. He raised his hand and pressed the hilt of the sword, and said coldly: "Okay! Then please teach me, Your Excellency!"

Before he finished speaking, the sword was already unsheathed! (End of this chapter)