at this time,

After Lu Chuan, Nuwa, Zhen Yuanzi, and the others shook off the group of people, Lu Chuan couldn't help but slowly breathe a sigh of relief.

then,

Lu Chuan, Nuwa, and Zhen Yuanzi changed their attire and appearances once again. Even Xiao Qing, Xiao Bai, and Da Bao were given new shapes and colors by Lu Chuan.

At this time,

Lu Chuan was still somewhat bewildered. Zhang Guifang was still alive, and the Shang Dynasty was still intact.

That shouldn't be happening!

According to the timeline of the Investiture of the Gods, the Shang Dynasty had already fallen and the Zhou Dynasty had been established, so how come it's happening now...!

Could it be that the Shang Dynasty has achieved final victory?!

That's impossible! The scheme set up by the sages, the established course of Heaven, could not possibly go wrong!

But... what's going on here?!

no!

I'll have to ask!

"Let's go!" Lu Chuan said, looking at Nuwa and Zhen Yuanzi.

Subsequently,

Lu Chuan, Nuwa, and Zhen Yuanzi headed towards the city center. Nuwa and Zhen Yuanzi naturally understood why Lu Chuan was acting this way. They wanted to be honest, but they hesitated.

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Nuwa and Zhen Yuanzi exchanged glances, both understanding the meaning in each other's eyes.

After a moment,

Nuwa's voice rang out, "Young Master,"

At that moment, Nuwa made up her mind to confront the situation, but a sudden shout interrupted her.

A middle-aged man shouted, "There are still train tickets available to Chaoge today! Hurry up if you want to go! Tickets are running out!"

Lu Chuan: ? ? ?

Train tickets!?

Is he hallucinating?!

Did I hear that right?!

A train?! What kind of world have I traveled to? Or what kind of dream am I having?

At this time,

Lu Chuan automatically filtered out Nuwa's cries and hurriedly bought a train ticket to Chaoge. He wanted to see if the train was the one he knew. He had to go to Chaoge and see what it was like there.

After buying the tickets,

Lu Chuan inquired with the middle-aged man, "Brother, we come from a remote place. May we ask what the name of the country is, and who the king is?"

Upon hearing this,

The middle-aged man replied,

"The kingdom is called Shang, and the king's name is Xin!"

As the middle-aged man spoke, he unconsciously cupped his hands and bowed in the direction of Chaoge.

Lu Chuan: !

!

wipe!

Sure enough, it's still the Shang Dynasty, and the Investiture of the Gods tribulation hasn't even started yet. This... this is abnormal!

According to the established timeline, the Investiture of the Gods calamity should have been over long ago, so why hasn't it started yet?

Something's not right!

This is very wrong!

Most importantly, when the people mentioned Emperor Xin, they felt no hatred whatsoever; instead, they were filled with reverence and even bowed in the direction of Chaoge.

this? !

Was it really the Shang Dynasty, and was it really Emperor Xin?

certainly,

Contrary to the account in the Investiture of the Gods, historical records state that after Emperor Xin ascended the throne, he internally built the capital city of Chaoge, increased taxes, strictly enforced the Zhou sacrificial system, changed personnel policies, and implemented harsh laws and punishments. Externally, he repeatedly launched military campaigns against the Eastern Yi tribes. These measures not only caused internal conflicts within the ruling group but also shook the foundations of the Shang Dynasty. In the Battle of Muye, the Shang army was defeated by the allied forces of the feudal lords led by King Wu of Zhou, Emperor Xin died, and the Shang Dynasty perished.

Emperor Xin indulged in wine and women, waged endless wars, imposed heavy punishments and taxes, and refused to listen to advice or cover up his mistakes. He was a typical tyrant who was often mentioned alongside Jie and Zhou, ultimately leading to the rebellion of his people, his death, and the destruction of his kingdom. Related stories include the "wine pool and meat forest," the "burning iron torture," and the "hen crowing at dawn."

However, whether these claims are true or not is uncertain, and historians debate this matter.

At the very least, Emperor Xin abolished slavery, and the early Western Zhou Dynasty was the peak period of slave society.

This single point alone is worth pondering. Of course, we don't know much about official history, so I won't say more. Different people will have different opinions.

Getting back to the main point,

Lu Chuan was naturally surprised at this point, and wanted to chat with the middle-aged man a little longer,

The train was about to depart, interrupting Lu Chuan's intended question. When Lu Chuan saw the green train in front of him, he truly didn't know what to say.

All I can say is, this is just too... fantastical! No! Science fiction? Magical!?

No matter what kind of illusion it is, it's just too surreal!

Once on the train,

Lu Chuan was still unable to calm down. He had boarded a train in the Shang Dynasty. Even if it was a mythological version of the Shang Dynasty, this was still far from the truth!

On the car,

The people chatted idly, and from the information they gathered, Lu Chuan learned that Xiqi had just announced to the world that it was launching a military campaign against Shang.

Lu Chuan: "⊙﹏⊙?!"

This... the great calamity of the Investiture of the Gods has only just begun?!

Good heavens!

We came out too early; we should have waited a little longer. We were too hasty!

It seems that the Shang Dynasty cannot stay long and must leave quickly to avoid being caught up in the Investiture of the Gods.

However, before leaving, Lu Chuan thought about going to Chaoge to take a look, hoping to have the opportunity to see some famous officials or something.

Of all Lu Chuan's people, the one he most wanted to see was Wen Zhong, the Grand Tutor Wen.

There was a man named Wen Zhong, who was not a celestial immortal but a terrestrial immortal. He could transform into the five elements (metal, wood, water, fire, earth) and travel a thousand miles in an instant with a black Qilin. He wielded a pair of male and female whips and had three eyes on his head. The middle eye had supernatural powers, emitting several inches of white light that could distinguish between treachery and loyalty, and between the black and white of people's hearts. He was the Grand Tutor of the Shang Dynasty and was quite popular within the Jie Sect.

As a powerful and influential elder statesman entrusted with the care of the young king, even King Zhou held him in awe. He single-handedly protected the Shang dynasty, fighting countless battles throughout his life. However, he died in battle at Jue Long Ridge during the western campaign against Xiqi, perishing at the Tongtian Divine Fire Pillar forged by Yun Zhongzi. All his disciples from the Jie Sect also perished at the hands of Jiang Ziya and others from the Chan Sect, thus sounding the death knell for the Shang dynasty's demise.

Lu Chuan had always been fascinated by Grand Tutor Wen when he reread Investiture of the Gods in his previous life, and he truly wept when Grand Tutor Wen died.

However, Lu Chuan also knew that he probably wouldn't be able to see him again, after all... when Xiqi attacked Shang, Grand Tutor Wen would naturally lead the troops into battle.

A little disappointed!

Bi Gan is gone by now. Damn, I can't see any of the loyal ministers I wanted to see!

Although he knew that Bi Gan's chances were slim, Lu Chuan still subtly inquired about it.

then,

Lu Chuan was dumbfounded. Bi Gan was still alive?! Holy crap! There were just too many variables!

Bi Gan was a high-ranking official in the Shang Dynasty royal family. He was intelligent and diligent in his studies from a young age. He was appointed Junior Tutor and assisted King Di Yi of Shang. He was entrusted with the important task of assisting King Zhou of Shang, serving two emperors. He was loyal to his ruler and loved his country, spoke out for the people, and dared to offer frank advice.

In the novel, Daji bewitched Emperor Xin and dug out Bigan's heart, but this is completely untrue!

More importantly, Daji was not taken into Emperor Xin's harem, which is...!

He also learned from the common people that the Shang dynasty possessed guns and cannons.

Lu Chuan: "..."

Is it true or false?

grass!

Who's playing me? Can you be serious? Where did they get guns and cannons in the Shang Dynasty?!

I'm truly impressed!

Lu Chuan fell into a depressed state of mind.

...

To put it another way,

Chentang Pass

Jinzha and Muzha arrived in a grand manner, shouting, "Nezha, you monster, why don't you come out and face your death?"