Demon Slaying, Gaining 60 Years of Cultivation From the Start-Chapter 696 - 501: Transcending Heaven and Earth, Seeking Within Oneself_1

As the news spread throughout the world, another period of time passed. During this time, the new Emperor Ji Yuan purged the imperial court, and a huge number of officials and nobility were deposed and beheaded, including the Minister of the War Department, Chen Yuanli, among others.

With the death of King Huai, his faction also declined, and countless individuals close to King Huai—the most loyal followers he once had—were all removed by the new Emperor Ji Yuan during this opportunity.

This time, Ji Yuan showed no mercy. After the experience of the previous events, he gained a deeper understanding of how to be an emperor.

Of course, because so many people were involved in the last affair, less than thirty percent of the court's high-ranking ministers did not take part. If he had killed all involved, the entire Da Xia would have ground to a halt.

So, after deep contemplation, Ji Yuan kept a portion of these people so they could redeem themselves through their service. However, saying they could redeem themselves was just a stopgap. As soon as suitable replacements were raised, these officials would be immediately removed from their posts. Although not executed, they would only be able to return to their hometowns to live out the rest of their lives in comfort.

Having participated in the rebellion, they may have escaped the death penalty, but they could not evade punishment entirely. This was well understood by each of the ministers.

At this moment, inside the imperial study, Ji Yuan hadn't rested much in the past few days and was extremely busy.

Even so, he wasn't the least bit tired. On the contrary, he was full of high spirits and invigorated.

After all, those who had constrained him in the court were no longer there. From now on, he would be the true sovereign of Da Xia!

Because of this event, the entire imperial court now provided Ji Yuan the opportunity to cultivate many more backbone supporters who were loyal to him and to Da Xia.

It could be said that Ji Yuan was immensely grateful to Gu Chen, and he was also glad that he had made the correct choice from the beginning. No matter what, he unwaveringly stood by Gu Chen's side.

At the same time, King Huai's fate also served as a constant spur for Ji Yuan. He did not wish to become a puppet of power after fully consolidating his authority nor to become the kind of person he despised the most.

At this moment, inside the imperial study, Ji Yuan, wearing a bright yellow robe, sat at the head of the room, while Qin Wu, the Deputy Commander of the Jing Tian Department, stood below.

"Does Commander Qin have something to discuss with Us?" Ji Yuan exhaled softly, set down the memorial in his hands, sipped his tea, and then looked towards Qin Wu who was standing below.

Upon hearing these words, Qin Wu immediately stood up, cupped his fists, and said, "Your Majesty, I have come to say that after sitting in the position of Deputy Commander for so many years, it's time for me to retire."

As he said this, a smile appeared on Qin Wu's face.

Seeing this, Ji Yuan joked with a smile, "Commander Qin is in the prime of his life and already wishes to retire to a life of leisure?"

Qin Wu replied, "Now that Gu Chen has such immense strength, he is no longer suited to continue as the Garrison Commander. I pale in comparison to Gu Chen by tens of thousands of miles and am no longer fit for this position as well. It's time for me to step down."

This issue had been discussed by Qin Wu with Ji Yuan when Gu Chen had gone to Yan State, and Ji Yuan had agreed.

However, now facing Qin Wu's suggestion, Ji Yuan had some different thoughts.

The new Emperor said, "Let's not rush this matter; let's put it aside for the time being."

Hearing this, Qin Wu's expression suddenly changed, and he looked at Ji Yuan with some confusion, not understanding his intent.

Even Huang Gonggong, who stood silently at the side, cast an unexpected glance at Ji Yuan.

At this moment, the new Emperor's expression was calm as he looked at the puzzled Qin Wu and said lightly, "Commander Qin, the world may seem peaceful now, but in reality, it is still fraught with crises. In my view, there is no one more suitable for the position of Deputy Commander than you."

"What does Your Majesty mean by this?" Qin Wu furrowed his brows. Could it be that the new Emperor intended to 'dispatch the hound once the hare is caught'? But considering Gu Chen's current prestige in the Nine Provinces, Ji Yuan shouldn't be acting like this. Besides, Ji Yuan wasn't that kind of person.

Seeing this reaction, Ji Yuan knew that Qin Wu had misunderstood and shook his head with a smile. "Rest assured, Commander Qin. I have other arrangements for Gu Chen. Not only is the position of Garrison Commander no longer suitable for him now, but even the title of 'Marquis of Wuan' is not appropriate, either."

"Hmm?!"

Upon hearing this, Qin Wu was shocked and had an inkling of Ji Yuan's intentions.

"Now that the matter has just concluded, I need to think carefully about what rewards I should bestow upon Gu Chen that would be worthy of all that he has done for Da Xia," Emperor Ji Yuan said with a smile.

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Inside the Inner City of Tiandu, at the Qintian Monitor, on top of the Bagua Building, and atop the Star Gazing platform.

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At this moment, Gu Chen sat cross-legged, with the white-haired and white-bearded Tower Supervisor facing him.

"Has your injury completely healed?" The white-haired and white-bearded Tower Supervisor picked up the teacup before him, took a light sip, and then asked.

"It has fully recovered," Gu Chen nodded.

Seeing this, the Tower Supervisor asked, "What do you think about what those prodigies from the upper realms told you that day?"

Gu Chen knew that the Tower Supervisor was referring to the so-called "embodiment as a realm" matter. He had come to know about it from the conversations with Lin Feng Yangqian and Mo Lun.

"I have indeed contemplated it during this time and delved deeper into it, but I haven't uncovered any other anomalies," Gu Chen replied.

The Tower Supervisor gave a light smile, looked at Gu Chen, and asked again, "How do you find this piece of the world?"

"Hmm?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Chen's expression suddenly froze, not understanding why the Tower Supervisor would suddenly ask such a question.