【all you】Why fight the Embroidered Gold Tower? I want to be the Supreme of Wulin 4
You are living the most relaxed and comfortable life you can remember.
With Uncle Jiang and Chen Zixi by your side, and Yingying taking care of all the chores, you only need to take your bound assistant (especially Uncle Jiang) and bound nurse (especially Chen Zixi) to attack a few sects or Xiujinlou strongholds. Most of the time, you don't even need them to take action, you can handle it all by yourself with a Tang sword.
—Yes, to hide Uncle Jiang's identity, he switched to the Nine Swords of Accumulation, and you to the Snow-Cutting Blade Technique. Wherever the Tang sword passes, blood splatters, a breathtaking sight. Once the sword is unsheathed, within an incense stick of time, everyone is either killed or brought to their knees.
At such times, Uncle Jiang would pat your head and say, "You've made a lot of progress."
You shook your head proudly: "Of course, I want to be the woman of the supreme master in the martial arts world."
You fought as you went, and when you arrived in Jiangnan, you easily turned Xiujinlou into a tourist attraction, with a Jingguan built with corpses next to it.
Chen Zixi fanned himself with satisfaction, "Yes, it would be even more beautiful if it were made of Khitan corpses."
You agreed: "Yeah, that's why I sent Tian Ying there. If he kills less than me, then I will make fun of him."
Uncle Jiang was stunned and looked at you in astonishment: "You mean, Tian Ying?"
Chen Zixi suppressed his laughter and explained for you: "You heard correctly, it was Tian Ying. The little girl defeated him in three moves and instructed him to fake his death so that the Khitan could assassinate him."
Uncle Jiang asked, "Who did you kill?"
Chen Zixi thought for a moment and said, "Assassinate all the Khitans."
Uncle Jiang:?
You saw a rare look of disbelief on Uncle Jiang's face, and quickly added, "This is just a temporary arrangement. Next, we still have to go support him."
Uncle Jiang hesitated for a moment: "How can we provide support?"
You and Chen Zixi exchanged glances before you briefly explain, "I'll unify all the major martial arts sects and become their supreme leader. Next, I'll collaborate with the imperial court and lead the various sects on expeditions south, north, and west, ultimately recovering lost territory and conquering the Central Plains. Isn't that a great plan?"
Uncle Jiang was silent for a while, then asked Chen Zixi, "You really didn't drug her?"
Chen Zixi smiled bitterly: "I feel sorry for her, so why would I give her any drugs? Even if I did, she was the one who drugged me."
You quickly changed the subject: "Uncle Jiang, what are you talking about? I like Zixi the most, and Zixi likes me the most. We are in a pure love relationship."
Chen Zixi just looked at you, and you felt like his eyes were saying: Do you really want Jiang Wulang to hit me now?
Uncle Jiang really shifted his attention: "Chen Zixi, where have you guys gotten to?"
You quickly stood in front of Chen Zixi, saying pitifully, "We've already done what we need to do. Uncle Jiang, don't hit Zixi. Hit me instead. This is my problem, not his. His only fault is that he's too good-looking and considerate."
Chen Zixi laughed, and raised his hand to cover his eyes with his folding fan.
Uncle Jiang: “…”
You see he seems quite speechless, then you take the initiative to move over and hug his neck: "Uncle Jiang, we are emotional people, we are emotional, don't be angry."
Uncle Jiang looked at you helplessly and pulled your hand away: "If there is anything else you haven't said, say it all at once."
You felt like he seemed to have noticed something, and blinked sheepishly: "Actually... I also have a husband, ah no, madam, that is, the Dongque Master..."
Uncle Jiang keenly grasped the important information: "Young Master Dongque is a woman? And you are still treating her..." His face darkened a lot: "Aren't you discussing marriage with the Prince of Jin, and Chen Zixi, it's fine, but also Wen Wuque?"
Chen Zixi had laughed enough and came over to speak for you, "That Dongque Gongzi is also a wonderful person. A woman, yet she dared to plot against the court. Wouldn't it be a pity if such a talent could not be used by us?"
You saw Uncle Jiang's expression change slightly. He looked at you with a new look in his eyes: "You have grown up, and your ideas have become more mature."
Chen Zixi rolled her eyes quietly while he wasn't paying attention, muttering, "You said I spoiled her, but you didn't intend to control her at all..."
"Apart from Wen Wuque, are there any other people?" Uncle Jiang obviously heard what Chen Zixi said, but ignored it and continued to ask you.
You answered honestly: "Not yet."
Jiang Wulang: "...Why 'temporarily'?"
You looked at him with starry eyes: "Because I like Uncle Jiang too, the kind of love between men and women...Uncle Jiang, can you be my husband and stay with me forever?"
Jiang Wulang stared at you intently, as if trying to confirm whether you were serious.
You immediately caught the signal and decisively stood on tiptoe to kiss his lips. He didn't move, and even seemed to lean forward slightly, allowing your kiss to fall.
You could hear Chen Zixi's chuckle. Jiang Wulang stared at you deeply, and after a long while, he asked you, "Are you sure?"
You smiled and said, “Of course I’m sure.”
Jiang Wulang didn't say anything else, holding your hand: "Let's go back to Kaifeng first, and discuss the southern expedition later."
As soon as you returned to Kaifeng Fanlou, Jiang Wulang took you to the private room on the top floor, his expression serious and earnest. Chen Zixi followed closely behind. He might know something, but his expression was casual, no different from usual.
Then, Jiang Wulang solemnly told you a secret.
"...So, your name isn't 'Jiang Wulang', but 'Jiang Yan'?" You were surprised. "No wonder, I've been out for so long and never heard of any of Jiang Wulang's deeds in the martial arts world."
——Yushan Jun Chen Zixi’s name is still very famous, so it is really unreasonable that Uncle Jiang has no name at all.
"Then you can use your real name again in the future, right?" You finally understood why he told you now and asked him happily. "After all, Xiujinlou is gone."
Jiang Yan looked at you and nodded.
Knowing his real name, you felt as if you were closer to him, and called him with a smile: "Brother Yan?"
Jiang Yan looked away, looked at the tightly closed window not far away, and hummed uncomfortably.
Jiang Yan's experience in fighting on the battlefield is naturally better than yours, but he has never led troops into battle alone.
That night you brought Jiang Yan into the palace and talked with the emperor until midnight, finally finalizing the plans and strategies for the southern, northern, and western expeditions.
The days that followed seemed long and arduous. You, Jiang Yan, the emperor, and other generals led armies to conquer the Later Shu, Northern Han, Southern Han, Southern Tang, and Wuyue. After three years, the campaign was essentially complete.
Originally, you wanted to continue the Northern Expedition against Khitan, but the emperor stopped you, reminding you: "You are already nineteen years old, do you still want Guangyi to wait?"
You paused for a moment before remembering that His Royal Highness the Prince of Jin was still unmarried. Suddenly, you felt embarrassed. "Sorry, I was so caught up in the battle that I forgot... So, did the Prince of Jin agree?"
"I have something to ask you on his behalf," the official twirled his mustache. He smiled at you. "To tell you the truth, Guangyi will definitely be the future emperor. Do you really want to be the empress?"
You were silent for a moment, then performed an epic face-change: "Your Majesty, I still don't think I'm worthy of His Highness the Prince of Jin—"
A loud "clang" sound came from outside the official's study door.
You had a vague idea of who it was. Turning back, you saw Zhao Guangyi standing there, staring at you with a complicated expression, looking both angry and aggrieved. "You want to cancel the engagement?"
Of course, you couldn't just cancel the engagement, so you said without hesitation, "Your Highness, the truth is, since ancient times, has there ever been a general who became a queen? Even a general becoming a princess has never been a precedent. It's simply unreasonable."
Zhao Guangyi sneered: "What old rules does the emperor care about? What laws are not established by the imperial court?"
Now that things have come to this, you've clearly seen that Zhao Guangyi's repeated criticisms clearly indicate his willingness to marry you, otherwise he would have walked away long ago. So, after a moment of deep thought, you gently reminded him, "But I still have dreams. I want to march north and west. If I can't conquer Xixia and Khitan, what's the difference between me and a salted fish without dreams?"
Zhao Guangyi:?
...Sure enough, no matter how many times he argues with you, he can't win.
Zhao Guangyi said coldly, "You still have dreams? I've seen you and your men go to war together many times."
"That's because they all know how to fight, and even those who don't can still inventory military supplies and formulate strategies." You spread your hands helplessly. "Or, Your Highness, do you think you can follow me into battle?"
Zhao Guangyi said calmly: "If they can do it, why can't I do it?"
The official finally lost his patience and coughed twice, "Alright, alright, Guangyi, fighting isn't your forte, and besides, how could a crown prince go to war? So, lady, what do you mean...?"
You thought about it. You'd discussed this issue with Chen Zixi and Yingying before, and they'd offered you a solution. You smiled faintly, "I think, Your Majesty, you could grant me a marriage and make me the Prince of Jin's concubine. A concubine who's been ill for years wouldn't be so conspicuous."
Zhao Guangyi was silent for a moment, then frowned and looked at you: "Are you really willing to let me marry another wife?"
"Your Highness, Prince Jin, how could a female general who fought in many battles become the Queen?" You scratched your face and looked at him sincerely. "I think it would be better for you to marry a woman who is more suitable to be the mother of the country as your principal wife. I can accept being a concubine."
Zhao Guangyi's brows furrowed even more. "If I do this, where will I put the meritorious officials of the Great Song Dynasty? I will be ridiculed by the whole world. Besides, if a concubine enters the palace, she won't even be allowed to leave through the main gate. Where will your dignity as the supreme martial arts master be put?"
Zhao Guangyi has always been arrogant, you know. But you never thought he would think about you like this. Although he never said a word that he was doing it for you, every word he said told you that he was thinking about you.
You couldn't help but feel slightly touched, and hesitantly reminded him: "But, I have several other husbands——"
"Do you have to mention some irrelevant people at this time to make people unhappy?" Zhao Guangyi stared at you as if he wanted to eat you.
"Alright, alright, stop arguing." The official interrupted you feebly. "Since you both care about each other, then this marriage is settled."
"Brother, you—" Zhao Guangyi looked at him angrily. "Do you also agree to let her be a concubine?"
"Guangyi, I know you're anxious, but don't worry." The official smiled and waved a hand to comfort him. "My lady is busy fighting wars and doesn't have the energy to manage your government office. So, for now, I'll be a concubine. No one says a concubine can't become empress, right? Who will be crowned empress? When you ascend the throne, it's up to you to decide."
It sounded reasonable, and Zhao Guangyi finally gave up.
The marriage was finalized, but Zhao Guangyi still threatened you: "Who you choose to marry is up to you, but we have to agree on three things: First, you are not allowed to come to Kaifeng Prefecture to make trouble; second, no matter who becomes the queen, I will never admit that I am the concubine; third, when you finish fighting, remember to return home safely and be your queen!"
You deeply understand the art of speaking: His Royal Highness the Prince of Jin is quite impressive in terms of social skills. So how did he manage to be so arrogant and domineering in the past, making people want to hit him?
In fact, the subsequent wars did not rely entirely on you. The emperor kept saying, "How can I let my sister-in-law bear all this heavy responsibility? Guangyi is still waiting for you." Then he sent many generals, and even led the army in person, leaving only Zhao Guangyi to guard the capital.
The Khitans had good cooperation with Tian Ying, but encountered obstacles when they reached Western Xia. The climate and terrain there were different from those in the Central Plains, making it easier to defend than to attack. Most of the soldiers were not acclimatized and were unable to fight.
You have no patience anymore, so you just sneak into the imperial city and kill everyone in the Xixia Imperial Palace to be done with it.
The government criticized you severely, saying that you did not know the importance of things, and then appointed a Xixia commander to take over, and secretly gave you a thumbs up.
You shrugged and let him finish, then strolled out of the hall with the freshly-made marriage decree. When you reached the hall entrance, you found Zhao Guangyi waiting for you. Standing tall and graceful in the corridor, his purple robe making his skin appear as white as jade, he was truly beautiful.
You then walked towards him, and he asked you: "I've prepared everything, are you free to get married?"
You nodded: "Okay, then I will send a message to Brother Yan, Brother Xi and the others to ask them to move to your house first."
Zhao Guangyi: "..." He endured it for a while, and then he said, "Do you have to mention them on such a happy day?!"
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