Volume 1 Chapter 256 The Whole Country Surrenders
Song Hao stepped back several steps until he fell down on the steps at the back. He looked pale and terrified. Looking at the ministers kneeling in front of him, it was the first time in his more than ten years in politics that he felt so powerless.
Since Song Hao did not express his position, these civil and military officials would not stand up, as if they were forcing Song Hao to surrender.
Song Hao pursed his lips, stood up in a panic, then waved his hand and said, "Let me think about this for a few days. Think about it."
His words were weak and vicissitudes of life. Taking advantage of the gap in conversation, Song Hao slowly left the court.
There was no news from the court of the Black Witch Kingdom, and this made it difficult for the city lords. The emperor of the Great Sun Dynasty was coming under the banner of returning home, and the city lords could neither stop him nor let him go.
After all, if Xiang Yun were allowed to go, he would have to bring an army of four million with him. Four million people were enough to break down the city gates!
And if you don't let go, if you are a little slower, the city gate will be blown away, and if you show a little hostility, you will be greeted by cold bullets.
The army of the Great Sun Dynasty was like a powerful giant, invincible and unstoppable wherever it went. The tall city walls were nothing more than magnificent decorations in front of these armies.
It only took Xiang Yun half a month to capture several cities and lead the four million Fire Cloud Army all the way to the capital of the Black Witch Kingdom. Now they have traveled more than half the distance.
Xiang Yun appeared calm along the way, but he was actually very anxious. In fact, he had been demanding a quick march for the past few days. The soldiers of the Huoyun Army were all very tired and their spirits were in a tense state. They needed a good rest.
But time is running out. According to the current situation, it will take at least half a month to completely conquer the Black Witch Kingdom, plus the time for the return trip. It will also take time to integrate the land, establish a country, and so on.
While he was thinking carefully, the next city to be attacked arrived. As usual, Jiang Fei was about to give the order to attack the city, when suddenly the city gate in front opened and a dense army rushed out.
Xiang Yun was surprised and said, "Oh, that's interesting. After conquering so many cities, this is the first time I've seen someone dare to take the initiative to go out of the city to meet the enemy. It seems that the leader of this city is quite courageous!"
Jiang Fei narrowed his eyes and reminded: "Your Majesty, something seems to be wrong. The soldiers who came out don't have the killing spirit."
Xiang Yun took a closer look after hearing what he said and found that it was indeed the case. Looking again, he saw that after these soldiers from the Black Witch Country ran out, they actually stood on both sides, as if to make way for the people behind.
Looking again, I saw a man wearing a black dragon robe, a crown on his head, and holding an ancient long sword in his hand. He strode out of the city gate with a dignified manner, followed by many people in official uniforms.
Song Yun, who was standing by, saw this and immediately screamed, "Brother!"
Xiang Yun raised his eyebrows when he heard that. The man in front of him should be the emperor of the Black Witch Kingdom. At the same time, he felt extremely comfortable. It seemed that this southern expedition to the Black Witch Kingdom would end early.
Xiang Yun rode his horse forward alone, heading towards Song Hao. Jiang Fei was worried, so he immediately followed him.
When he arrived in front of Song Hao, Xiang Yun did not dismount, but looked down at him condescendingly, with a full sense of humiliation.
Song Hao's face flushed red, and then he raised the ancient long sword in his hand high, knelt down on both knees towards Xiang Yun, and said loudly: "This king is willing to surrender the whole country to His Majesty the Emperor of the Great Sun Dynasty, and specially presents the Gentleman Sword to prove his sincerity!"
Then two eunuchs behind Song Hao came forward, each holding a mahogany tray. They also knelt down in front of Xiang Yun and held the tray high in their hands.
On one plate, there was an exquisite scroll, and on the other, there was a cube-shaped brocade box with carvings of dragons and phoenixes.
Song Hao continued, "This is the map of the vast rivers and mountains of the Black Witch Kingdom, as well as the imperial seal. I am presenting this to His Majesty the Emperor!"
"Your Majesty can do whatever you want with me, whether to kill or chop me up, I have no objection. I only beg Your Majesty to show mercy and not hurt any of the people of the Black Witch Nation!"
"You're quite courageous!" Xiang Yun was slightly surprised and looked at the King of the Black Witch Kingdom with a different eye.
Then Xiang Yun jumped off his horse, walked to Song Hao without saying a word, raised his hand to grab the gentleman's sword, and then held it high, saying loudly: "From today on, the Black Witch Kingdom will completely become the territory of the Great Sun Dynasty. All of you have only one emperor, and that is me!"
As soon as these words came out, Song Hao was the first to bow down: "Welcome to His Majesty the Emperor!"
The civil and military officials and soldiers behind him all knelt down in front of Xiang Yun and shouted loudly: "Welcome to His Majesty the Emperor!"
Xiang Yun smiled slightly. Song Yun behind him looked as pale as death at this moment. After all, he had taken this step. Is his elder brother going to die?
Xiang Yun handed the Gentleman Sword to Jiang Fei, and then Jiang Fei waved his hand. Two Fire Cloud Army soldiers came forward and took the Wanli Rivers and Mountains Map and the Imperial Seal. Xiang Yun then lowered his head and personally helped Song Hao up from the ground, saying with a smile: "From now on, the people of the Black Witch Kingdom are my people. How could I hurt them for no reason? You are taking it too seriously."
"If you think about it, my cousin is my Concubine Song. There is still a strong family bond between you and me. I have already granted you an official position, so how could I kill you!"
Song Hao was extremely terrified, and then he pulled Xiang Yun's arm and said loudly in front of everyone: "Song Hao, listen to my order. I will make you the Black Wizard King, and your fiefdom shall be the entire existing territory of the Black Wizard Kingdom. Are you willing?"
Song Hao was shocked when he heard the words, and all the civil and military officials of the Black Witch Kingdom behind him were also stunned, and they were all confused. Since ancient times, when kings met in this world, the battle would end to the death. There was no case of two kings being allowed to live at the same time.
Xiang Yun continued, "Although you are the Black Wizard King, all laws, government affairs, and facilities in the Black Wizard Kingdom must respect the arrangements of the court. Do you understand?"
Song Yun, who was standing behind him, shouted, "Brother, why don't you thank me quickly!"
Song Hao looked at Xiang Yun with a complicated expression when he heard this. Although it was embarrassing to be inferior to others, it was better than losing his life. This was indeed a great favor.
Afterwards, Song Hao bowed to Xiang Yun again: "I, your humble servant, kowtow to thank the emperor for his great grace!"
Song Hao felt mixed emotions at this moment. He was very upset. He had been racking his brains for a few days to think of a strategy to repel the enemy, but in the end he had no idea. He didn't expect that the army of the Great Sun Dynasty was about to fight its way to the capital.
Under tremendous pressure, Song Hao had no choice but to sacrifice himself and surrender with the whole country.
After all, if he didn't do this, I'm afraid that later on, the civil and military officials under his command and the wealthy families in the Black Witch country would force him to die together. In this case, it would be better for him to be dignified.
But he never expected this would be the result. The position of Dark Wizard King was still his, but he was no longer the supreme ruler in the world, but was second only to one person and above everyone else.
He even got the support of the Emperor of the Great Sun Dynasty from then on. His voice in the Black Witch Kingdom would be greatly enhanced, and those wealthy families would be suppressed to the extreme and would no longer be able to be arrogant.
Thinking of this, Song Hao quickly made way and said, "Welcome His Majesty the Emperor to the city!"
Xiang Yun waved his hand and said, "I won't go in. I'm leaving!"
His words were concise and to the point. In front of everyone's stunned expressions, Xiang Yun turned around and walked away, got on his warhorse, and then said loudly: "The whole army retreats!"
Jiang Fei also ordered to return along the original route. Immediately, the 4 million Fire Cloud Army, which were on high alert, turned around and left in a mighty manner, raising a cloud of smoke and dust. No one entered the city ahead.
Song Hao was still in shock until he could no longer see the millions of troops. After a long while, he exclaimed, "What courage and confidence!"
"Four million troops, they are really just being pulled out for a stroll, and as for the Black Witch Nation's submission, they are really so confident that they will not go back on their word, believing that their submission is genuine, and not taking any precautions!"
Song Hao suddenly realized that the emperor of the Great Sun Dynasty did not have the slightest trust in him, but had absolute confidence in the strength of the Great Sun Dynasty and their Fire Cloud Army.
This time, it was the mercy of the Emperor of the Great Sun Dynasty. If they dared to go back on their word, then the next time the million-strong Fire Cloud Army arrived, the city would be destroyed and no one would be left alive. And he, the so-called Black Witch King, would also die without a burial place.
Suddenly, a minister came up from behind and asked respectfully, "Your Majesty, shall we go back?"
Song Hao said softly: "You guys go first, I want to be quiet here and think carefully."
The ministers said nothing upon hearing this and quietly retreated away. Finally, everyone left, even the soldiers on guard retreated back into the city. On the long road, Song Hao was the only one standing there in a black dragon robe, meditating with his eyes closed, carefully experiencing the kingly demeanor of Xiang Yun.
The more he thought about what Xiang Yun had done and said, the more Song Hao admired Xiang Yun and was shocked. He was even so excited that his body trembled involuntarily. He also began to understand what an emperor was!
On the way back, although Jiang Fei was puzzled by Xiang Yun's behavior, he did not ask much. He just felt a little sorry.
The four million Fire Cloud Army went on the expedition, and the daily consumption of food and military pay was a horrifying figure. Silver was spent like water, but only such a result was obtained. In his opinion, it was really not worth it.
Xiang Yun's face remained calm and composed. Suddenly, he turned his head to look at Song Yun, who was in a complicated mood, and said with a chuckle, "I said I was just pulling these troops out for training. Did I lie to you?"
"As for the cities ahead, they looked down on you, the eldest princess, and didn't even open their doors. I naturally wanted to vent my anger for you, but I only killed a few blind soldiers. As for the common people of the Black Witch Country, I and the four million Fire Cloud Army didn't hurt a single person, and didn't take a single needle or thread. For the Black Witch Country, I have done my best."
"I have already said that as long as the Black Witch Nation surrenders, I will not do anything to you. Do you believe me now?"
Xiang Yun's tone was playful, and Song Yun felt a little better. She was indeed a little touched, but for the sake of face, she snorted coldly, turned her head away, and ignored Xiang Yun.
Xiang Yun was not surprised, and said with a smile: "I do all this for you. You must obey me and serve me well in the palace in the future. Do you understand?"
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