Chapter 176 The Red Emperor's Son, Emperor Taizu of Song
Chapter 176 The Red Emperor's Son, Emperor Taizu of Song
After unifying the six kingdoms, Ying Zheng felt that his achievements had surpassed those of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, so he decided to give himself a more prestigious title—Emperor.
From then on, the title of First Emperor was added to Chinese history.
This title isn't something you can just casually bestow.
But Ying Zheng had the confidence and ability to believe he deserved the title.
This is the domineering side of Ying Zheng, the "domineering CEO".
In pursuit of immortality, a large number of alchemists were sent out to search for the elixir of life, but of course, they found nothing.
In a fit of anger, he orchestrated the farce of "burning books and burying scholars alive," resulting in the deaths of a large number of Confucian scholars and alchemists.
Although this was indeed a bit excessive, it also reflects his domineering personality of being self-centered and brooking no dissent.
"Ding! The third person to be balanced is Liu Bang, the founding emperor of the Han Dynasty. Command 96, Martial Prowess 80, Intelligence 95, Politics 100."
Weapon carried: Crimson Sky Sword
Characters included: Liu Bi, Liu Wu, Liu Heng, Liu Qi, Tian Ken, Wang Ling, Kuai Tong, Chen Ping, Peng Yue, Liu Jiao, Liu Zhong, Liu Zhao, Liu Guang, Liu Ze, Han Wang Xin, Lu Wan, Liu Chang, Liu Ying, Liu Zhang, Lü Zhi, Fan Kuai, Zhou Bo, Guan Ying, Cao Can, Lü Ze, Lü Shizhi, Lü Lu, Lü Chan, Xiahou Ying, Sui He, Yong Chi
The implanted identity is that of a brother of the Empress of the Great Ling Dynasty. Because powerful ministers are currently in power and causing chaos in the court, he is one of the Empress's backup plans, leading to the uprising against the White Serpent and proclaiming himself the Son of the Red Emperor.
Liu Bang, the great man later revered as Emperor Gaozu of Han, was also a true "grassroots emperor".
He climbed from a nobody to the emperor's throne.
Liu Bang was a troublemaker from a young age.
He doesn't like reading or working; he spends all his time idling and hanging out with bad friends.
His father, Liu Taigong, worried a lot about this and often scolded him as a "scoundrel".
But no one expected that this "rogue" would eventually become the founding emperor of the Han Dynasty!
When it comes to Liu Bang's brilliance and martial prowess, it's truly remarkable.
First, he possessed a keen eye for talent. In the struggle for power, he was able to identify outstanding individuals and unite a group of people from diverse backgrounds and with different personalities around him.
For example, there was the resourceful Zhang Liang, the brave and invincible Han Xin, and the strategist Xiao He, among others.
These talented individuals played a vital role under Liu Bang's leadership, making significant contributions to the establishment of the Han Dynasty.
Secondly, Liu Bang was also a "military strategist" with great strategic vision.
Although he himself wasn't very good at fighting, he knew how to use people and listen to other people's opinions.
During the Chu-Han Contention, he was able to adopt the suggestions of Zhang Liang and others and formulate a series of effective strategic policies.
For example, he first used Han Xin's strategy of "openly repairing the plank road while secretly crossing Chencang" to successfully defeat Zhang Han and others; later, he used Zhang Liang's strategy of "surrounded by enemies on all sides" to force Xiang Yu to commit suicide at Wujiang.
These achievements fully demonstrate Liu Bang's exceptional strategic vision and ability to use people.
"Ding! The fourth balanced character is Emperor Taizu of Song, Zhao Kuangyin, with a command 97, martial prowess 104, intelligence 96, and politics 98."
Characters included: Zhao Guangyi, Zhao Heng, Zhao Pu, Luo Yanhuan, Wu Tingzuo, Wang Shen, Miao Xun, Shi Shouxin, Wang Shenqi, Pan Mei, Cao Bin, Fan Zhi, Wang Pu, Ding Wei, Li Chui, Sun Zhiwei, Tong Renyi, Wen Yuke, Chen Tuan, Yang Guangyi, Li Jixun, Liu Qingyi, Liu Shouzhong, Liu Tingrang, Han Chongyun, Wang Zhengzhong, Zhang Qiong, Gao Huaide, Zheng En, Tao Sanchun
The implanted identity is that of the adopted son of the Night King, one of the non-royal kings of the Northern Frontier of the Great Qian Dynasty, and he is currently assisting the Night King in resisting the nomadic tribes of the grasslands in the Northern Frontier.
Old Zhao, now adorned in a yellow robe.
It had already appeared once before when Su Ye summoned it.
Zhao Kuangyin, whose childhood name was Xianghaier, was a military strategist, politician, and tactician from the Five Dynasties period to the early Northern Song Dynasty, and the founding emperor of the Song Dynasty.
He was enthroned during the Chenqiao Mutiny and returned to the capital to force Emperor Gong of Later Zhou to abdicate.
During his reign, Zhao Kuangyin unified most of the country and strengthened central authority by addressing the problem of local military governors holding power and acting arbitrarily since the mid-Tang Dynasty through two instances of "releasing military power over a cup of wine".
He was also a founding emperor without any reservations!
At this moment, Su Ye looked at the four founding emperors who had emerged from the balance.
Everyone was dumbfounded.
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Good heavens!
Emperor Taizu of Qing, First Emperor, son of the Red Emperor?
Are you playing this high-stakes game?
The quality of this balance should far exceed that of the previous ones.
Four emperors successively ruled a unified empire.
It can be said that they were very considerate.
With these four appearing, things are really about to get lively on the Tianwu Continent.
"Ding! The fourth balancing operation is complete. Data is being captured for the host. Please wait..."
"Ding! Congratulations, host, you have captured Ruan Wengzhong, the giant of Qin. Command 50, Strength 105, Intelligence 55, Politics 53."
Another giant?
Su Ye already had a Wu Wenhua in his army.
In addition, there's this Ruan Wengzhong.
There's also the behemoth that keeps harassing Su Ye with its summons.
Next time, Su Ye will summon the Giant as well.
They could all form a giant idol group and debut.
This Ruan Wengzhong from the Qin state was not only tall, but also incredibly strong.
It is said that he can lift a thousand pounds with both hands, and when he walks, the ground shakes and the earth trembles, making him practically a walking "human tank".
They could all form a giant idol group and debut.
This Ruan Wengzhong from the Qin state was not only tall, but also incredibly strong.
It is said that he can lift a thousand pounds with both hands, and when he walks, the ground shakes and the earth trembles, making him practically a walking "human tank".
In addition to serving as a bodyguard for Ying Zheng, Ruan Wengzhong had a special task—to cast bronze statues for Qin Shi Huang.
After unifying the six kingdoms, Qin Shi Huang ordered the confiscation of all weapons in the land to prevent a counterattack from the remaining forces of the six kingdoms. He also had twelve giant bronze statues cast and placed in front of the Xianyang Palace.
These twelve bronze figures cannot be cast by just anyone; it requires professional craftsmen and exquisite skills.
Because of his tall stature and exceptional strength, Nguyen Ong Trong was chosen to participate in this arduous task.
"Ding! Congratulations, host, you have captured Fan Kuai. Command 80, Martial Prowess 105, Intelligence 82, Politics 76."
Fan Kuai?
From "dog meat stall owner" to "founding father of the nation".
Born into a poor family, he used to work as a dog butcher in his early years.
He was tall and strong, and his mere presence exuded an aura of authority.
Moreover, they were fearless in battle, always the first to charge into the fray, wielding their broadswords and hacking left and right, killing the enemy until they cried out in despair.
Of course, Fan Kuai was not just a rough man who only knew how to fight.
He was quick-witted and strategic, and often offered advice to Liu Bang at crucial moments.
For example, at the Feast at Hongmen, when Xiang Yu's strategist Fan Zeng wanted to take the opportunity to kill Liu Bang, Fan Kuai stepped forward and denounced Xiang Yu's treacherous behavior and his listening to slander.
Liu Bang's eloquent and well-reasoned rebuttal left Xiang Yu speechless, ultimately protecting Liu Bang's safety.
"Ding! Congratulations, host, you have captured Zhao Pu, the prime minister of the Song Dynasty. His stats are: Command 87, Martial Prowess 66, Intelligence 96, and Politics 98."
Zhao Pu, who ruled the world with half of the Analects!
He orchestrated the Chenqiao Mutiny, helping Zhao Kuangyin overthrow the Later Zhou dynasty and establish the Song dynasty.
During this period, Zhao Pu assisted Zhao Kuangyin in taking major measures such as reducing the power of regional military governors, dismissing veteran generals of the Imperial Guard, implementing the rotation system for garrison duty, reforming the official system, and formulating measures to defend the border against Liaodong.
After Emperor Taizong of Song ascended the throne, he was appointed prime minister twice, in the sixth year of the Taiping Xingguo era and the first year of the Duangong era.
During this period, he spearheaded the plot to overthrow Prince Zhao Tingmei and suppressed Zhao Tingmei and Lu Duoxun, the Minister of War.
He was one of the most meritorious officials who helped Zhao Da obtain the yellow robe.
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