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

"Follow your majesty's orders!" The Iron Blood Army was in high spirits and shouted in unison.

Soon, the iron-blooded army led by Chu Ze was ready to go, with war horses neighing and iron armor clanging.

The people inside and outside Tiandu City had already heard of the great victory in this battle. They lined the streets to cheer and vied to see Chu Ze off as he returned to the capital.

They knew that the Ming Emperor was not only the guardian of this land, but also their reliance and hope.

At the city gate, Qin Yunyun was already waiting there.

She was wearing a light blue robe, her expression was gentle, but there was a hint of reluctance in her eyes.

Seeing Chu Ze riding his horse, she stepped forward slowly and whispered, "Your Majesty, I congratulate you on your triumphant return. I wish you a smooth journey and a safe return!"

Chu Ze stopped his horse, looked down at Qin Yunyun, and a hint of tenderness flashed in his eyes: "Yunyun, although I know that the road ahead is dangerous when I return to Beijing this time, everything is under my control.

You don't have to worry. I will stay with you forever after I put down the rebellion in the court!"

Qin Yunyun nodded slightly. Although there was worry in her eyes, she didn't say much.

She knew that Chu Ze had a responsibility far greater than love. As the queen, she also knew that the only thing she could do at this moment was to support him silently.

Chu Ze looked at her and said softly, "You should settle down in Tiandu City. I will reunite with you after I finish dealing with the affairs in the capital!"

Qin Yunyun responded softly: "I will obey your majesty's wishes and hope that your majesty will return victoriously soon!"

Chu Ze nodded, his eyes firm.

He waved his hand lightly, his warhorse raised its hooves, and then led the army to turn towards the capital.

The Iron-Blooded Army's battle flag fluttered in the wind, guarding the Iron-Blooded Emperor on his journey back to Beijing.

As the sky gradually brightened, Chu Ze's figure gradually faded away and disappeared on the official road outside Tiandu City.

Although his figure had faded away, the people of Tiandu City still stood at the city gate for a long time, watching the triumphant return of the heroic emperor in their hearts.

Along the way, although Chu Ze had many worries in his heart, his expression remained extremely firm.

This return to Beijing was not only to pacify foreign enemies, but also to completely eradicate the treacherous officials in the court and consolidate the foundation of the Ming Dynasty.

There were sounds of horse hooves and the wind blew from the front, bringing with it the scent of the capital.

Chu Ze raised his head slightly, his eyes as bright as lightning, as if he had seen through the numerous conspiracies ahead.

He tightly grasped the black gold sword at his waist and swore in his heart: "The day I return to the capital, those traitors will be destroyed!"

The Iron-Blooded Army galloped along the official road. Tiandu City gradually disappeared into the distance, while the outline of the capital city appeared faintly on the horizon.

Chu Ze sat high on his warhorse, the black gold sword at his waist swaying slightly with the sound of horse hooves. His eyes were always cold, and he was thinking about the storm that was about to unfold in the capital.

The accompanying soldiers were all in high spirits, and although they had been fighting for days, no one showed any signs of fatigue.

Under the leadership of Chu Ze, this iron-blooded army has become accustomed to resolving the most difficult battles in the shortest time.

Suddenly, a scout came galloping in front, dismounted, and knelt down to report: "Your Majesty, thirty miles outside the capital, there is an unknown army stationed, without any flags, and the purpose is unknown!"

Chu Ze frowned when he heard this and said coldly: "At this time, someone actually dared to set up an ambush on my way back to Beijing. How daring!"

Lu Bing stepped forward and clasped his fists, saying, "Your Majesty, I am willing to lead the troops to investigate. If they are enemy troops, I will defeat them!"

Chu Ze thought for a moment, a cold light flashed in his eyes, and he said in a deep voice: "No need, if it is a secret army deployed by some people in the court, I will take this opportunity to root them out. Order the whole army to prepare and wait for me to personally fight!"

Lu Bing received the order and immediately ordered the entire army to stop and quickly form a battle line.

The soldiers of the Iron Blood Army drew their swords, lined up, and were ready to fight at any time.

Soon, dust rose in the distance and the unknown army slowly approached.

As the scouts had reported, this army did not raise any flags, but judging from its formation and appearance, it was obviously not a mob.

Chu Ze narrowed his eyes, his expression grim: "This kind of army is not an ordinary bandit, it must be a private army secretly dispatched by someone in the court.

Well, I will see who is behind this!"

Soon, the unknown troops stopped in front of Chu Ze's Iron-Blooded Army, and the two sides stood facing each other.

A general rode out from the opposing army. He was wearing black armor and holding a spear. He had a stern face and gloomy eyes.

This person was none other than Yang Tianxiong, a trusted general of Liu Zhen, the Minister of War, a powerful official in the court.

He rode forward and shouted, "Chu Ze! I am here to welcome His Majesty back to the capital on your orders!"

Although Yang Tianxiong's voice was respectful, his attitude revealed a hint of arrogance and provocation.

Chu Ze smiled coldly, his eyes as cold as ice: "Welcome? I don't remember that I need anyone to welcome me back to the capital. Besides, when will it be the turn of a mere minister to send troops to welcome me?"

Yang Tianxiong's face changed slightly, but he quickly regained his composure and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I am only following orders. I hope Your Majesty will not blame me!"

Chu Ze snorted and said coldly, "According to orders? I want to ask, what courage does Liu Zhen have to send troops to intercept me? Does he think that the powerful officials in the court can suppress my imperial power?"

Yang Tianxiong's face suddenly changed. Obviously, he didn't expect Chu Ze to directly name Liu Zhen.

At this time, Lu Bing was already full of murderous intent. He cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, a powerful official like Liu Zhen actually dared to send private soldiers to intercept the emperor. I am willing to lead the army to wipe him out!"

Chu Ze's eyes were cold, and he waved his hand and said, "No hurry, I want to see how confident these powerful officials are!"

He rode his horse forward slowly, looked down at Yang Tianxiong, and said in a cold voice: "Yang Tianxiong, I will give you a chance. Take your people and go back to the capital immediately. Tell Liu Zhen that I will be back soon. If he has the courage, just come openly. Don't let me look down on him!"

Yang Tianxiong gritted his teeth. Although he hated Chu Ze very much, he did not dare to confront him head-on.

He knew very well that Chu Ze personally led the Iron Blood Army, which was far more powerful than his own. If they really took action, his people would probably be crushed to pieces in an instant.

"Your Majesty is so mighty that I dare not overstep my bounds!" Yang Tianxiong bowed his head and dared not say anything more.

He slowly retreated back to his team, then led his troops to retreat quickly, disappearing in the dusty distance.

Seeing this, Lu Bing said in a cold voice: "Your Majesty, Yang Tianxiong is just a lackey of Liu Zhen. How dare the private soldiers of such a powerful official intercept the emperor's carriage? If they are not severely punished, it will probably encourage their arrogance!"

Chu Ze narrowed his eyes and looked into the distance, with a sneer on his face: "They just want to test my attitude. Since they are so restless, I will settle accounts with them after returning to Beijing.

We should not create unnecessary troubles at this moment. When we return to the capital, I will make these traitors suffer the consequences of their actions!"

He waved his hand and said to Lu Bing, "Order the army to continue moving forward. Don't pay any attention to these clowns!"

Lu Bing accepted the order, and the Iron Blood Army set out again, marching towards the capital. (End of this chapter)