Xie Liangchen divided his troops into three groups: one group attacked the east gate of the imperial capital, one group followed Xie Liangchen into the Forbidden City, and another group went around to confiscate the property. He killed all those who opposed him, and did not spare any of Emperor Zhao's other descendants.
Xie Liangchen thought very clearly that this plan could only succeed and not fail.
So he made all the necessary preparations, planning to split up and cut off all the enemy's retreat routes, his main strategy being that he would rather kill a thousand by mistake than let one go.
The siege was raging, and the inner city wasn't idle either. The Shen family army broke through the Yulin Guards' defenses in one fell swoop and entered the Forbidden City.
Xie Liangchen led the Shen army all the way to the Purple Palace. They slaughtered countless people along the way, and the stench of blood was overwhelming. Screams and cries were heard everywhere, instantly transforming the inner palace into a purgatory.
The leader of the Imperial Guards, Shen Zhao, shouted, "Do you want to rebel?"
"Third brother, you'd better give up resistance. The prince said that if you immediately lay down your weapons and surrender, the prince will spare your life."
The person who spoke was a member of the Shen family who had grown up with him. Shen Zhao listened and sneered: "The Shen family is only loyal to the emperor. You traitors and traitors are to be killed by everyone. Yulin Guards, obey your orders and swear to protect the emperor to the death."
"yes!"
"Wait a minute." Xie Liangchen said with a smile, "Master Shen, why are you so stubborn? Master Shen, you know the principle that a wise bird chooses the right tree to inhabit, right?"
"That's nonsense," Shen Zhao said angrily, "Your Majesty is only unconscious, yet you dare lead your troops in rebellion? Aren't you afraid of genocide?"
"Haha." The Shen family member laughed and said, "Third brother is really pedantic. The situation in the Forbidden City has changed. If third brother still can't recognize the situation, he will end up dead without a burial place!"
Xie Liangchen was too lazy to waste time talking to Shen Zhao. Since his attempt to persuade him to surrender failed, he could only destroy him. With a wave of his hand, the Shen family army rushed forward and instantly engaged in a fight with the Yulin Guards.
Outside the door, there was the sound of fighting, and inside the door, the queen was silent.
Dean Sun wiped his tears and said, "Empress, Your Majesty, Your Majesty is dying."
The Queen was furious and roared, "Nonsense! If anything happens to His Majesty, I will bury you all with him!"
The imperial doctors knelt on the ground and said, "Your Majesty, I mourn for you."
"Empress, Prince Chen has led his troops into the inner palace."
Jianjia's words brought back some sanity to the queen.
She looked coldly at the prince guarding the emperor and said, "Do you have a solution?"
"There's a three-point chance."
"Three points is enough." The Queen handed the Imperial Guard's token to the Crown Prince and said, "Guard this for me. Don't let the rebels disturb Your Majesty's peace."
"Yes, I will take my leave."
Xu Jing took the token and ordered the palace servant to open the door.
As dusk fell, blood stained every corner outside the Purple Palace. The odor of fish and sweat intertwined, making the mere smell nauseating.
Amidst the flashing swords and shadows, more and more soldiers fell. It was impossible to tell whether those lying on the ground were Imperial Guards or rebels, with broken limbs and arms strewn everywhere.
Cries and screams were heard everywhere. Former compatriots were willing to fight each other for fame and fortune.
"You're finally here."
Prince Chen watched Xie Yunqi walk out of the palace gate, a delighted smile curling his lips. "Xie Yunqi, after all, I won a small victory."
"Crown Prince." Shen Zhao was already furious, and upon seeing Xu Jing, he was startled. "Your Highness, please stand back. I will protect you to the death."
Xu Jing held out his palm, the Imperial Guard's token in his hand. "Shen Zhao, follow my orders! Execute the rebels immediately, regardless of life or death."
"Yes, I obey your order."
Xie Liangchen burst into laughter upon hearing this. "Xie Yunqi, you'd better stop struggling. The Forbidden City has been surrounded by the Shen family army. If you surrender now, I can treat you with dignity."
"Really?" Xu Jing smiled back. "Don't be too happy too soon, uncle."
"What do you mean?" Xie Liangchen's face darkened. Was he being mysterious or did he really have the guts to say that? Could it be that he had overlooked Xie Yunqi's strength?
"Your Highness, don't let the Crown Prince distract you. As long as we capture the Purple Palace, we will win."
Yes, as long as he kills the emperor, the world will be his. Why would he care about Xie Yunqi?
Xie Liangchen withdrew his thoughts and waved his hand to give the order. "Come here, capture the Purple Palace for me. The first one to rush in will be made a marquis of ten thousand households."
Being granted a title of nobility or appointed as prime minister is a man’s lifelong dream.
After these words were spoken, not to mention the soldiers, even the children of the Shen family could not help but be tempted.
Once military morale is aroused, it is difficult to end it.
The Shen family army was unstoppable and defeated the Yulin Guards.
Shen Zhao escorted Xu Jing back step by step. As they were about to retreat to the palace gate, Xie Liangchen said with a smile: "Aren't you going to surrender yet?"
"You're dreaming." Chen Zhao brandished his sword and roared, "The only person in the Shen family who refused to surrender was the beheaded general. My men, charge at me and defend the imperial power to the death!"
"What a shame." Xie Liangchen still had high hopes for Shen Zhao. He was a talented scholar and warrior at such a young age, with exceptional intelligence. He was just too stubborn to adapt, insisting on being loyal to a mediocre Xie Yunqi. He must have lost his mind.
Victory was in sight. Xie Liangchen had already anticipated the scene where the soldiers would capture Xie Yunqi alive and break down the door of the Zichen Palace.
He has been planning carefully for this day for a full ten years.
He endured, bore humiliation and took every step carefully just to avenge his previous humiliation and successfully ascend the throne.
The position of emperor originally belonged to him, and no one else was worthy of it.
He alone is the sovereign of heaven and earth.
All the humiliation and unwillingness will be transformed into nothingness in the wash of blood. He will stand at the supreme top and overlook the country, becoming a wise ruler in history books.
The sound of horse hooves was getting closer and closer.
Wait, why are there horse hooves? Could it be...
Xie Liangchen has very good eyesight and can find Xie Yunqi from a long distance.
He doesn't seem panicked at all. Could it be that he has other plans?
There was a hint of panic in Xie Liangchen's eyes.
He knew it was wrong to back down at this time, and he didn't want to think too much, fearing that it would disrupt his progress.
However, Xie Liangchen did not gain the upper hand in the several battles with Xie Yunqi, but instead suffered heavy casualties.
For example, Xie Yunqi should be in Prince Zhuang's Mansion instead of the Purple Palace. If Qingluan wasn't such a loser, he would have gotten rid of Xie Yunqi long ago and wouldn't have come to force the palace.
Wait...where are the guards of the Eastern Palace? Why are there only the Yulin Guards?
Could it be that...
The corners of Xu Jing's lips rose slightly, he had been waiting for this moment.
Du Kang led a large group of soldiers and fought all the way, defeating the rebels into pieces.
Du Kang knocked one of the leaders flying, dismounted, and knelt on one knee. "Your Highness, I am late in rescuing you. I beg your pardon."
"Great." Chen Zhao breathed a sigh of relief and complained, "Why did you come so late?" If he had come earlier, so many brothers wouldn't have died. Thinking of the brothers he used to spend every day with, who had died, Chen Zhao couldn't help but tear up.
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