I, Kunpeng, established the Heaven Court at the beginning and seized the position of Saint

Chapter 139: Loyalty and Filial Piety

Chaoge City.

"Thank you both for welcoming me."

King Ji Chang of Xibo entered the city of Chaoge with a smile on his face, greeted by Prime Minister Shang Rong and Bigan. At the same time, Ji Fa showed himself in an attentive manner.

It seems that Ji Fa is still thinking about the so-called marriage of his father Ji Chang.

If it was the Prime Minister Shang Rong before, he would naturally be interested, but now, although his face is full of smiles, he actually maintains a sense of unfamiliarity.

This made King Ji Chang of Xibo frown secretly, something was wrong.

"Lord Xibo, the king is holding a banquet in the palace tonight, and all the princes in the world are here."

Prime Minister Shang Rong did not say much, but smiled and nodded at this moment.

Xibohou Jichang also smiled and bowed, saying, "Please allow my father and I to tidy up our clothes."

Beneath the smiling face of King Ji Chang of Xibo, there was a hint of worry, because he seemed to have secretly discovered something wrong.

But now there is no time.

Prime Minister Shang Rong and Bigan looked at each other and sighed helplessly.

Although the king asked them to welcome King Ji Chang of Xibo in front of all the civil and military officials and princes, he conveyed the message word for word.

But if you really believe it, you are totally wrong.

At that time in the hall, the King of Shang's words were clearly sarcasm.

No one could hear it.

No matter whether it is true or false that you, King Ji Chang of Xibo, have ulterior motives, the King of Shang will definitely take advantage of the victory of the expedition to the North Sea to take charge this time.

Xiqi and his group returned to the post station, quickly washed up, changed into brand new official uniforms, and headed towards the palace.

When the group arrived at the palace, it was already night.

The palace was brightly lit.

The various princes and civil and military officials in the hall had already taken their seats according to their seats. After the arrival of Ji Chang, the Duke of Xibo, he bowed to all the princes, civil and military officials one by one.

"Hou Xibo is here, please come in."

"So it's the North..."

After everyone interacted with each other, King Ji Chang of Xibo finally sat down. After greeting everyone along the way, he also saw the gloating in many people's eyes.

This undoubtedly shows one thing, that is, something has happened and he is not aware of it yet!

Just as King Ji Chang of Xibo nodded and sat down with a benevolent and kind smile, his son Ji Fa also sat behind him.

The difference is that Ji Fa's face looked a little ugly, which made Xibo Hou Ji Chang frown slightly and said in a low voice:

"Faer, what's wrong with you?"

Ji Fa had a look of aggrieved expression on his face. Just as he was about to say something, a bell suddenly rang out, and the entire hall fell silent in an instant.

"The King...is here!"

As the loud voice echoed in the palace, the next moment, countless armored soldiers in the palace knelt on one knee.

At the same time, all the civil and military officials and princes in the hall stood up to welcome the king.

"Meet the king!"

"Meet the king!"

"Greetings, Great King..."

All the civil and military officials and princes shouted in unison. The visual impact brought by this scene made Ji Fa even more greedy.

Make all the princes in the world submit!
Even his father's conditioned reflex instinct is like this, he wants to do it! He must be such an existence!
King Di Xin of Shang, greeted by all the princes and civil and military officials, walked up to the throne representing the common ruler of the world with the gait of a dragon and a tiger.

As he sat down casually, he raised his hand and said, "Sit!"

The next moment, all the civil and military officials and princes in the court all bowed and shouted, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

With just one word, all the princes in the world submitted to him. It can be said that Ji Fa couldn't help but feel jealous and greedy when seeing this scene.

As the civil and military officials and the princes landed, Emperor Xin glanced around at everyone calmly, his eyes especially fell on Ji Chang, the Duke of Xibo.

However, before he could say anything, Xibohou Jichang, who was known for his benevolence and righteousness, stood up with a face full of shame and bowed:

"Your Majesty, please forgive me. It has been raining heavily on the road to Xiqi, and I am late."

It would be fine if nothing happened before, what a pity!
From the very beginning, all the civil and military officials and princes had known this excuse. Look at the ashamed look on Ji Chang, the King of Xibo's face.

Instead, it felt like they were watching a show, which made many princes and civil and military officials sneer secretly.

However, in response to the words of King Ji Chang of the Western Zhou Dynasty, Emperor Xin smiled indifferently.

"The journey to Xiqi is long, and the continuous heavy rain has made the road muddy, which is understandable. After all, Xibohou is now over 80 years old, and is already an octogenarian. He is no longer as brave as he used to be."

Although Emperor Xin's voice was casual and nonchalant, it was also full of sarcasm.

There is more to his words!

Just as King Ji Chang of Xibo was about to open his mouth to find excuses after hearing this, two officials, Fei Zhong and You Hun, stood up with righteous expressions on their faces.

"Your Majesty, I want to impeach our Lord Ji Chang, the Marquis of Xibo!"

When seeing this scene, Emperor Xin couldn't help but exclaimed, revealing an interested look in his eyes, and said with a smile:

"I wonder what our Xibohou Jichang has done wrong? Could it be that at such an old age, he forcibly married someone's daughter?"

Emperor Xin's words were actually a mockery of King Ji Chang of the Western Zhou Dynasty.

In the Investiture of the Gods, you Xiqi said he was lustful, but he only had a few concubines? You, the Marquis of Xibo, have a hundred sons. Who is so stupid?
"Your Majesty!"

Fei Zhong and You Hun stood up and said with a righteous gesture:
"Your Majesty, Lord Xibohou has violated the ancestral rules!"

"That's right! The eldest son of the Marquis of Xibo is still alive, and these two sons have begun to work on inheriting Xiqi. Haven't you heard that the princes and the king are representatives of the people of the world... The people of the world all regard them as a mirror..."

As the passionate voices of Fei Zhong and You Hun echoed, they were completely mocking the King of Xibo, Ji Chang, for being old and confused.

Jifa's face was ashen, and his hands were clenched into fists!

At this moment, there was deep hatred in his eyes!
However, as Fei Zhong and You Hun complained, Emperor Xin casually waved his hands and said with a smile:

"Tonight is a banquet for the princes. Let them see how their long-awaited offspring bravely build achievements for the Shang Dynasty."

As Emperor Xin waved his hand, the sound of drums suddenly rang out in the hall.

Then, under the astonished gaze of the crowd, especially the turbid eyes of King Ji Chang of Xibo, a group of warriors with naked upper bodies, revealing their strong bodies and countless scars, walked in holding weapons and armor.

With waves of shouts and yells, the bravery and fighting spirit of the men echoed in the hall.

In the crowd, Jifa was staring at the person at the front of the war dance with eyes full of jealousy and resentment.

The leader was Bo Yikao, the son of Marquis of Xibo, and the person practicing against him was Su Quanxiao, the son of Su Hu, Marquis of Jizhou.

As the war dance became more intense, everyone in the hall let out loud shouts.

And Emperor Xin, who was sitting at the top, laughed heartily.

And the next moment, with a loud shout from Zhanwu, this group of warriors all knelt on one knee.

"Congratulations, Your Majesty, for pacifying the North Sea!"

This group of warriors were the hostages of the princes. Each of them was more heroic than before, and they exuded a murderous aura.

After the dance was over, a group of people tied up with ropes were dragged out from below.

"Your Majesty, the princes of the North Sea are rebelling!"

Among them, Bo Yikao and Su Quanxiao were holding something respectfully together. When the red cloth was lifted, many civil and military officials in the hall burst into laughter. Under the red cloth was a wine cup with a human head, and this scene was obvious.

This human head wine cup is naturally made from the head of Yuan Futong, the leader of the Beihai princes.

"Your Majesty!"

After Bo Yikao and Su Quanxiao respectfully presented their heads, Emperor Xin laughed and slowly stood up.

The civil and military officials and princes below all shouted in unison: "Congratulations to the king for pacifying the North Sea and spreading his power throughout the world!"

Emperor Xin laughed loudly, slowly picked up a pot of wine, and filled the human head wine cup in front of all the civil and military officials and princes.

"I personally led the army to attack Beihai, all thanks to the desperate efforts of the soldiers, and the bandit leader was also made by Bo Yikao and Su Quanxiao..."

As Emperor Xin's domineering voice echoed, he turned his head and looked at Ji Chang, the King of Xibo.

"Lord Xibo, you gave birth to a good son, and you raised a loyal and filial heir for the Shang Dynasty!"

As Emperor Xin's voice echoed, when Ji Chang, the Marquis of Xibo, was about to say something, Emperor Xin patted Bo Yikao's shoulder with a smile on his face.

"Bo Yikao, you led the troops at the front line without fear of life or death, and made great contributions to the Shang Dynasty. Before I went to the battle, I told you that I would not be stingy in rewarding anyone who made great contributions."

"The seventy-two princes in the North Sea rebelled, and I led the army to destroy them. However, I can also appoint seventy-two new princes."

When he said this, Emperor Xin was even more emotional.

"Bo Yikao can be regarded as the first meritorious service, and it is inevitable that he will be granted the title of nobility. However, Bo Yikao is loyal and filial! I am deeply relieved."

When he said this, Emperor Xin looked at King Ji Chang of Xibo with envy.

"You have raised a good heir for me. Bo Yikao is willing to give the reward of being a marquis to his younger brother Ji Fa. Two marquises in one family. Congratulations!"

"Bo Yikao!" At this time, Emperor Xin couldn't help but lower his head, looking at Bo Yikao who was still kneeling on one knee holding the human head wine cup, and couldn't help but smile.

"Why are you still standing there? This is your military achievement, your honor. You should personally present it to the Marquis of Xibo..."

If Bo Yikao was a little pedantic before, he could still be considered as a wise man after experiencing the battlefield and witnessing countless deaths.

Coupled with Emperor Xin's brainwashing, as long as he became the King of Xibo, the world would be peaceful.

Wouldn’t it be nice to have no war for a hundred years?
Sure enough, Bo Yikao was motivated.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Bo Yikao took a deep breath, shouted to thank the King of Shang, and then came to Ji Chang, the Marquis of Xibo, his father, holding the human head wine cup in both hands.

"Father!"

Although Ji Chang, the King of Xibo, had a look of astonishment on his face, his eyes were filled with fear and anger.

This is all out of control.

Moreover, this eldest son of his was Bo Yikao, and no matter what he said before, Bo Yikao would never object, but now!
Bo Yikao's heroic eyes showed his own ideas and were more determined.

Seeing this scene, Ji Chang couldn't help but take a deep breath and then smiled.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

King Ji Chang of Xibo didn't hesitate at all. He just picked up the human head wine cup and drank it all in one gulp.

Ji Fa, who was standing behind Ji Chang, lowered his head with endless hatred hidden deep in his eyes.

However, his eldest brother, Bo Yikao, who had failed him many times, took a deep breath this time and looked at his younger brother with a determined smile.

"Second brother! This time, I have built a great foundation for you in Beihai, and you will also become a local lord!"

Can this be compared?

There is no comparison between Xiqi and Beihai.

"Lord Xibo, I'm not saying anything bad to you, but the eldest son inheriting the throne is not only the ancestral rule, but also the way to ensure stability."

"That's right. Deposing the eldest and enthroning the youngest is the way to bring about chaos. It is not advisable!"

"Humph, if everyone is like Xibo Hou, the world will be full of brothers fighting and quarreling with each other every day."

"I heard that the Duke of Xibo has already begun to let his second son Ji Fa take charge of the military power."

The next moment, the princes frowned and started talking. Some kindly advised Ji Chang, while others made sarcastic remarks.

However, Emperor Xin at the top had a gratified smile on his face as he watched this scene. He did this purely for the sake of world peace.

It can be said that although he was the common ruler of the world, he gave enough face to King Xibo this time.

Although he had said this in front of all the princes in the court before, he was only revealing his intention.

When they really got face to face, he used roundabout means.

You, King Xibo, have been given both the substance and the face.

It looked as if King Di Xin of Shang just wanted peace and prosperity for all to live in peace and enjoy the wealth and prosperity of the world.

This is also the reason why all the princes are willing to come forward.

Because since returning from the expedition to the North Sea, Emperor Xin has never made any policy moves that would harm their interests.

Although the rebel princes were directly defeated and destroyed!

The policy of continuing to confer titles on meritorious service may seem like a deterrent, but it is also telling everyone how good it is to maintain a stable status quo.

At this moment, Emperor Xin sneered in his heart. Xiqi rebelled and won over the princes of the world?

He just didn't believe that the Chan sect could deploy hidden chess pieces among all the princes in the world.

Now, if the flag of rebellion is raised, he will let the princes of the world take the lead.

After all, who wouldn’t be jealous of Xiqi’s territory? It’s enough to confer titles on several marquises.

"Hou Xibo!"

At this time, Emperor Xin couldn't help but speak, shaking his head in a familiar tone:

"It's not that I want to interfere in your Xiqi affairs. If the Marquis of Xibo really wants his second son to inherit the family business, I will naturally ignore it. But I still have a good piece of advice to say."

"The eldest son is still alive, loyal and filial. To depose the eldest son and enthronize the younger son without reason is a recipe for disaster."

As Emperor Xin's earnest voice echoed, King Ji Chang of Xibo immediately reacted and smiled kindly.

"Thank you, Your Majesty. How could I have made such a foolish mistake?"

The arrow is on the string and must be shot!
And King Ji Chang of Xibo was almost cursing in his heart!
It is obvious that Bo Yikao's heart is with the Shang Dynasty. So what was the purpose of his preparations for Xiqi for so many years?
Especially since he had just received help from the immortals of the Chan sect. If he retreated at this time, he would never have such a good opportunity again.

Ji Chang and Ji Fa are the same type of people, both are ambitious.

Emperor Xin seemed to be plotting against Xiqi for the sake of world stability, using human means, but what he was secretly plotting was the destiny of the world.

"Big brother!"

Jifa raised his head at this time, showing a grateful look, and his eyes became red and moist in front of everyone.

"Thank you, brother!"

"Second brother!"

Although Bo Yikao felt ashamed, he did not want to take the risk when he thought of the lives lost on the battlefield in the North Sea, especially the heritage of the Shang Dynasty.

Therefore, he became determined to return and inherit the throne of King Xibo.

After all, Bo Yikao is a man of both loyalty and filial piety!

From now on, whenever anything happened to Bo Yikao, no one in the world would put the blame on King Di Xin of Shang.

Even if it was Emperor Xin who gave the order, all the princes and officials present were angry that someone had falsely passed on the king's order!

(End of this chapter)