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Accompanied by a rumbling sound, several strong men lashed at the six Third-Order Beasts known as Ironback Boars with soaked whips. The beasts howled in pain and struggled, pulling on the thick iron chains that slowly lowered the drawbridge of the city. On the city wall, a row of archers nocked their arrows, showcasing the formidable defensive capabilities of Linzi.
“Wait, it’s the lord returning!” From atop the city, two Dragon Armored Warriors recognized Ye Yang and Zhang Tianhe from a distance and quickly ordered the archers to stand down.
……
At this moment, the city gates swung wide open. An official dressed in a Purple Robe emerged, holding the city seal, followed by a group of civil officials. They knelt on one knee from afar and loudly proclaimed, “Linzi Governor, I am Tian Yu from Qi State. I pay my respects to you and offer the seal, pledging my loyalty to you, Lord Ye Yang!”
Ye Yang urged his Crimson Flame Horse forward, elegantly dismounting. His crimson battle robe billowed behind him as he strode confidently ahead. With a casual gesture, he lifted Tian Yu's kneeling body with an invisible force, setting him upright. Then, Ye Yang pushed the seal back towards him and smiled, “Though I am in Liang City, I have long heard of your esteemed name in Linzi. Who else in this world is more suited for the position of Linzi Governor than you? Please do not decline; I hope Brother Tian can assist me in governing Linzi, preparing provisions, and establishing control over the land!”
Moved, Tian Yu remained kneeling and prostrated himself, saying, “I am but a humble servant… willing to serve you with all my strength!”
Wang Lie smirked from a distance and remarked, “The lord is becoming ever more wise…”
Ye Beichi nodded in agreement, smiling without speaking.
……
As they entered the city, Linzi, the capital of Qi State, had been established for hundreds of years. The capital housed royal palaces that were incredibly luxurious. According to Tian Yu, Ye Yang should have taken residence in the royal palace; however, he declined and instead chose a general's residence near the home of the Fire God Clan, situated in a bustling area.
Upon entering the palace, a group of noble youths knelt along the roadside in silence. Suddenly, one man raised his head and spotted Ye Yang, revealing an expression of surprise: “This esteemed Young Hero, do you remember me? We had an encounter in the Azure Cloud Mountain Range.”
Taken aback for a moment, Ye Yang looked over and recognized this burly man as Fan Yun. He recalled that this man had once protected a young noble named Tian Fu, whom he had saved from a beast. Indeed, it was a brief acquaintance; he remembered that Fan Yun was a straightforward and valiant man.
Glancing over, Ye Yang couldn't help but smile. Next to Fan Yun, kneeling on the ground was none other than that arrogant nobleman from before—Tian Fu. It turned out that he was actually part of the royal family of Qi State, having not followed King Tian Lin into exile but instead being confined within the palace.
“Hey, Brother Fan Yun!” said Ye Yang, greeting him with a smile. Meanwhile, Fan Yun was astonished to realize that this young man was actually the ruler of the army from Liang City, who had swiftly conquered old territories of Qi State.
Looking at Tian Fu, Ye Yang chuckled: “Lift your head up, Young Master Tian Fu. Have you forgotten me already?”
Trembling with fear, Tian Fu raised his head only to turn pale upon seeing Ye Yang. Dressed in attire befitting a general of the Qin State, with a long sword wrapped in black cloth on his back and flanked by respectful figures like Zhang Tianhe, Zhao Yun, and Zhang Fei, anyone could guess his identity. Now facing him again filled Tian Fu with anxiety about his own fate.
“Young Master Tian Fu, what is your status here in Qi State?” asked Ye Yang.
With a pale face, Tian Fu replied, “I… I am the second son of Duke of Linzi, King Tian Lin. My elder brother was killed by a general from Qin long ago…”
Ye Yang grinned, "Very well, Young Master Tian Fu, I have a good job for you. I wonder if you are interested?"
Tian Fu's expression changed dramatically, "I... I don't know what your lordship requires..."
Ye Yang smiled even more broadly, "It's a very simple task. I want you to stay in the Linzi Royal Family court and comfortably act as the monarch of Qi State...”
"What?" Tian Fu gaped.
However, Wang Lie immediately understood, drawing his long knife and stepping forward, pointing and laughing, "If the lord wants you to be the monarch of Qi State, then just do it. What’s there to say? Be careful or I'll cut you down!"
Ye Yang pressed down on the hilt of the knife and said with a smile, "Wang Lie, show some respect for the monarch. You’re not a child anymore; how can you be so thoughtless..."
"Yes, my lord!" Wang Lie laughed heartily.
Ye Yang looked at Tian Fu and said, "From today onward, you will be the king of Qi State, titled ‘Qi Ling Wang’. All you need to do is enjoy your glory in the palace!"
"This..." Tian Fu's face gradually regained its color as he repeatedly bowed and said, "Thank you for bestowing this title upon me, my lord!"
A faint smile appeared on Ye Yang's lips as he turned around and said to Wang Lie, "Send out my orders: establish the capital in Linzi, keep the national title as Qi, and announce that Qi State is breaking away from Qin State. Additionally, Tian Fu will be Qi Ling Wang. Allocate two hundred soldiers to guard the palace, and assign ten chefs, maids, and servants for the king's service. As for the remaining servants and maids in the palace, send those who can return home back to their hometowns; those who cannot will be taken to the Fire God Clan to liven things up..."
"Yes, my lord!"
"Also, send envoys to the various vassal states; we must establish good relations."
"Yes, my lord!"
"Return home!"
...
On the way, Zhang Tianhe looked surprised and said, "Zi Yu, why give that cowardly noble named Tian Fu such an opportunity? A timid and incompetent person like him has no right to hold the title of Qi King. I think it would be better if you took on this title yourself; wouldn’t that be more comfortable?"
Ye Yang chuckled lightly, "You don’t understand, Tianhe. We are based in Liang City, which is small with few troops. While we can still protect ourselves without a reputation, now we control nearly sixty cities in Qi State, spanning across Qingzhou and Bingzhou. We must use the name of Qi State to accomplish great things. When the time is right, Tian Fu will no longer be needed."
Wang Lie smirked, "Hehe, I understand what the adults mean. Actually, Tian Fu has already been placed under house arrest in the palace. With ten people including chefs, maids, and servants, this is probably the most impoverished reign in the history of Qi State."
Ye Yang smiled and said nothing further.
The Ye Family Forge sought out a large Leaf Manor in the city and began constructing a furnace. Thousands of craftsmen were busy working together. Meanwhile, the Fire God Clan also started building the Fire God Altar, drawing tens of thousands of Commoners from surrounding cities. However, there was no burden on the people; almost all expenses were covered by Ye Yang alone.
...
In this way, half a month passed unknowingly. Ye Yang oversaw construction and defenses daily or drank and cultivated with Zeng Xuan. At this time, Ye Yang's strength was already extraordinary, yet without transforming, he was no match for Zeng Xuan. He was often beaten to the point of being unable to care for himself but still found joy in it.
As for Serene Gate, Ye Yang visited once but was turned away before entering the mountains. He was told that Yun Xiaoxi was in closed-door cultivation and that idle people should not disturb her. Thus, Ye Yang, being an idle person himself, could only return to Linzi City in disappointment.
...
One day, the envoy sent to Yan State returned and brought a letter from King Yan.
Upon opening the letter, Ye Yang was suddenly stunned.
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