Control your ancestors and create an immortal family starting from the Eastern Han Dynasty

Chapter 132 The Birth of Lady Gu, Li Yuan's Ascension to the Throne (Seeking Monthly Tickets)
—A declaration of my resolve!
For Li Shimin, the greatest gain from this trip was undoubtedly the insights he gained.

He's still too young!

At only eighteen years old, his judgment of a prosperous era was far too shallow.

Simply put, although he admired Gu Chen in the past, he could only see Gu Chen's most glorious side.

I saw him sweep across the land; I saw him awe the four directions.

But we have never seen the effort that Gu Chen put into this.

Everything has a price. Li Shimin needed this realization, and even more so, this declaration of his resolve.

Although everything seems fine on the surface.

But that's not actually the case—

Li Shimin's understanding of a prosperous era has been elevated, and he will be more determined to achieve his goals and continue down this path.

Many things are predetermined invisibly.

Unlike all the other feudal lords who had previously come to the Gu family.

Perhaps only someone like Li Shimin, who truly wanted to establish merit and create a prosperous era, would behave in this way.

Over the years, the Gu family has seen far too many feudal lords.

Countless feudal lords, generation after generation, sought the Gu family's assistance to win the hearts of the people and ascend to the highest position.

Some of them, like Yang Guang of that time, did everything perfectly;

Some, like Liu Bei in the past, would casually make promises to the Gu family;
Some will bring various rare treasures, trying to lure them with benefits.

But he had never been like Li Shimin before.

Even though he came with the same purpose, he was more concerned with how to create a prosperous era.

This aligns perfectly with the Gu family's current philosophy.

Ever since Gu Yi took control of Gu Ye, the entire Gu family has cared nothing more than the rise and fall of the entire Nine Provinces.

Why has Gu Yu never been born?
The most fundamental reason was that he felt there was no enlightened ruler in the world.

Even with his extraordinary abilities, he wouldn't be able to completely transform the entire Nine Provinces under these people's command.

The Gu family could not possibly abandon its centuries-old reputation and take that step.

But now this person seems to have appeared.

Although Gu Yu also understood that people may always change.

But at least for now—

Li Shimin's behavior met Gu's requirements.

The gears of fate had already begun to turn without our knowledge.

After years of seclusion, it seems that the Gu family is finally about to find someone who can persuade them to come out of seclusion.

From that day on, the atmosphere of the entire Gu family seemed to have gradually changed.

There are quite a few talented people in this generation of the Gu family.

There were at least three people whose combat strength reached 80 points.

Gu Quan, the most outstanding among them, reached a whopping 83 points, an attribute that definitely qualifies him as a general.

The key is--

Thanks to Gu's education, these three men were also quite capable of commanding troops.

This can certainly be called a powerful tool in times of chaos.

If it weren't for the examples of Gu Zhe and others, coupled with Gu Yu's restrictions, these young people, full of vigor and ambition, would probably have already gone off to conquer the world.

As for the cultural and political aspects, the Gu family's foundation was equally impressive.

Especially under Gu Yu's teachings, the goals of this generation of offspring are also very clear.

They also want to create a golden age.

The goal is to restore the Gu family's prestige to its peak.

Indeed, after years of silence, the Gu family has ushered in an era of talent explosion.

A magnificent era is about to unfold in the land of Kyushu.

Gu Yu lifted the restrictions on the family members, but he did not deliberately require them to follow Li Shimin.

He simply gave Li Shimin a chance.

He was tasked with winning over the Gu family members.

As for himself, it was impossible for him to leave Julu.

As the current head of the Gu family, the political implications of this behavior are all too obvious.

Although he also thought highly of Li Shimin, he could not risk his entire family.

Unless the world is truly unified once again.

Otherwise, as the head of the Gu family, he would not be able to leave Julu.

Li Shimin's personal charisma needs no further explanation.

Whether it was Gu Yu's actions or the rumors circulating in various places, coupled with Xue San's account, none of the ambitious members of the Gu family would have any reason to hesitate.

Almost all of the nineteenth generation descendants who have grown up are willing to be born.

—Change is coming again.

With the birth of the Gu family, the trajectory of history once again became unpredictable.

Gu Yi had been silently observing all of this, without any emotional fluctuations.

Perhaps it is because we have already experienced too much.

Gu Yi no longer had any fear of the so-called correction.

If the Gu family wants to continue its glory, it must face all of this, so why should it be sad?
He just needs to keep walking along this road!

The news gradually spread.

With so many members of the Gu family being born at the same time, it was impossible to keep the news a secret.

An unimaginable sensation began in Julu and spread throughout the world!

The birth of the Gu family once again awakened the people's hopes for a prosperous era.

Familiar scenes reappeared in the land of Kyushu.

Countless people bowed before Julu, their tears flowing uncontrollably.

And who doesn't long for a prosperous era?
There's no need for a prosperous era; for the people of this land, their true wish is simply to live a peaceful and stable life.

Gu Yu's words were not nonsense.

A prosperous era is one where most of the people in the world are fed!
Happy Longevity.

Dou Jiande naturally received the news immediately, and his expression instantly became complicated.

On the other hand, his men were filled with righteous indignation!
"The Gu family is far too presumptuous. The Prince has always treated them with the utmost respect, yet the Gu family dares to defect to Li Yuan at such a time?"

"Does the Gu family really think we're easy to bully?"

"Your Highness, this humble general requests permission to march on Julu!"

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The sounds of shouting echoed continuously.

As a native of Hebei, Dou Jiande had visited the Gu family more than once over the years, hoping to persuade them to come out of seclusion, but he had never succeeded.

Now, seeing that the Gu family members are actually willing to travel thousands of miles back with Li Shimin.

How could they not be angry?
Dou Jiande's expression grew increasingly complicated. Looking at the agitated crowd before him, he frowned and shouted, "Do you all want me to be despised by the whole world?"

In an instant, the entire hall fell silent.

"The Gu family has a century of official renown. Although it is now in decline, its foundation remains."

There was silence in the hall.

Dou Jiande coldly surveyed the crowd, his eyes sharp and menacing: "If I were to wield my sword at Julu right now, would you believe me—"

Dou Jiande paused, then slowly rose to his feet, his words as sharp as ice picks hitting the ground: "Within three days, the thirteen prefectures of Hebei will surely rise in rebellion, with flames of war raging across the land!"

—Beacon fires blaze across the camps!
Dou Jiande firmly believed this.

As a native of Hebei, he was well aware of just how influential the Gu family was in the region!
That is precisely why he was even less willing to wage war against the Gu family!

Not only that.

He even wanted to go to Julu again to perform the sacrificial ceremony to show his sincerity.

Even if we can't get help from the Gu family.

This will still greatly help his rule in Hebei!
In any case, at least for now, we absolutely cannot touch the Gu family!
Dou Jiande still held high prestige in the army, and quickly suppressed the anger in the hearts of his soldiers. He then marched to Julu in a grand manner.

Even Gu Yi had to admit that Dou Jiande was a capable person.

They are able to control their anger and also have their own principles.

In fact, if it were the Gu family of the past, Dou Jiande would definitely be considered a perfect assistant.

But things are different now. Dou Jiande was indeed extraordinary, but compared to Li Shimin, he still lacked something.

This is also the fundamental reason why Gu Yu never chose to help him.

At least for now, what he wants is that position, not a golden age!
The Gu family needs a prosperous era.

A prosperous era that will be closely linked to the Gu family!

This move did indeed have an effect, and even Gu Yu had to look at Dou Jiande with new respect.

And amidst this constant stream of news...

News from Jiangdu finally arrived.

Yang Guang is dead!
The Sui Dynasty is gone!
This news was like a pebble dropped into a calm lake, instantly making the already turbulent world even more chaotic!
Especially since this news spread at the same time as the news of Gu's birth, it instantly gave rise to even more prophecies.

"The Sui Dynasty perished after only two generations because the Yang family did not give important positions to the Gu family."

"When the Gu family was born, the tyrannical emperor received divine punishment from Marquis Zhaolie."

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No one needs to deliberately guide them; in this day and age, people in various places will come up with many rumors on their own.

This move has undoubtedly put the Gu family in the spotlight once again.

Even some of the anti-kings in various regions believed these rumors, thinking that a golden age was about to return.

But at the same time—

Yang Guang's death brought this chaotic era to its climax.

The first place is Jiangdu.

Yuwen Huaji supported Yang Guang's nephew Yang Hao as emperor, intending to use the power of the Sui court to conquer the world in the end.

This move has undoubtedly pointed the way for many people.

In this chaotic world, not everyone possesses extraordinary abilities.

One by one, members of the Sui Dynasty's imperial family were brought out and installed as puppet emperors by rebel kings in various regions. The entire land of China was once again in a situation where multiple emperors coexisted, just like at the end of the Han Dynasty.

The war has intensified once again!

With Yang Guang's death, almost everyone's focus shifted to that unique position!
—The ruler of all under heaven!
Changan.

After a series of upheavals, Li Shimin finally returned safely to Chang'an.

Compared to the route taken on the way there.

This return journey will be far more difficult than before.

Too many people wanted to kill Li Shimin and remove this arm of Li Yuan, and even more people wanted to block the path of the Gu family members.

Fortunately, these people were all very brave.

Even so, Li Shimin still took countless detours along the way.

Finally, with Li Yuan's help, they were able to return safely to Chang'an.

But that's exactly why.

The young members of the Gu family who had emerged from poverty also gradually became familiar with Li Shimin, and even developed a rare bond of friendship despite hardships.

The situation in Chang'an today is also very serious.

Li Yuan has not yet made a choice.

Everyone knew what he was waiting for, but they still couldn't avoid arguing about it.

Not everyone dares to take that first step.

Especially given the current situation where multiple emperors coexist, the prevailing opinion is that Li Yuan should proceed cautiously, first establishing a puppet ruler from the Yang family and then gradually taking action.

Under this influence, even Li Yuan gradually became hesitant and found it difficult to make a decision.

But with Li Shimin's return, this matter will eventually come to a conclusion.

"I beseech you, Father, to ascend the throne and rule the world in accordance with the Mandate of Heaven!"

The meeting hall.

Upon learning of the situation, Li Shimin said this directly in front of everyone.

The entire hall fell silent instantly.

Li Yuan was also stunned. His face was originally full of smiles because Li Shimin had really invited the Gu family members back, but his expression instantly became serious.

—I urge you to take the throne!
No one wants to be an emperor.

The same applies to Li Yuan; the reason he hasn't made a decision yet is precisely because of this.

However, he also could not ignore the benefits of inheriting the Sui court.

Whether it's the remaining power of the Sui Dynasty;

Alternatively, winning the support of those who firmly believe that "the Sui Dynasty is the legitimate dynasty" and succeeding to the Sui court could bring many benefits!

But who wouldn't want to become emperor as soon as possible?

Gu's support did indeed give Li Yuan confidence.

The entire hall was silent.

Ignoring the stares of the crowd, Li Shimin continued in a loud voice before anyone could speak: "You all say you want to inherit the remaining power of the Sui Dynasty, but this remaining power—"

His voice suddenly rose, "Could it stop old women in Weibei from cooking bones for food? Could it save children in Hedong from being sold into slavery?"

As he spoke, he sighed softly and looked at Li Yuan earnestly, saying, "Your Majesty, I have traveled eight hundred li from Chang'an, and all I have seen are corpses of the starving covering the fields and refugees blocking the roads!"

"With the bones of Yang Guang's tyranny lying beneath their pillows, how can the common people still see any majesty of the Sui Dynasty?"

"Now is the time when everything under heaven is renewed."

“Even the Gu family is willing to help the Li family. If Father were to succeed the Sui dynasty, wouldn’t the world compare him to that tyrannical emperor?”

Li Shimin slowly knelt down and cupped his hands towards Li Yuan: "Now that Guanzhong is pacified and the people's hearts are with us! If Father were to ascend the throne now, it would be a declaration to the whole world—"

"The tyrannical and oppressive regime has come to an end."

"A prosperous era where farmers have land and the hungry have food will be recreated by my Li family in conjunction with the Gu family!"

The sound echoed in the empty hall, and the ministers looked at each other in bewilderment.

Only Li Shimin remained kneeling, his straight spine like a long sword about to be drawn.

The words had completely faded away.

The opening remarks rang out again, but these words alone were clearly not enough to convince everyone.

There will always be a group of stubborn people in any era.

But as long as Li Yuan listens to his advice, that's enough.

The fact that he has not yet made a choice already speaks volumes about his attitude.

He's just waiting for another reason.

And now——

Li Shimin gave him this reason.

He did not need to inherit the Sui court.

He wanted to tell the world that he would personally create a brand new golden age.

As for whether it can be done, who cares?
All he wants right now is to get into that position!

"Excellent!" Before anyone could speak, Li Yuan's voice rang out, "What Erlang says is exactly what I thought!"

Under the astonished gazes of his ministers, Li Yuan suddenly rose to his feet, his sharp eyes sweeping over them:
"The Sui dynasty's fate has run its course; this beautiful land deserves a new look!"

He slowly stepped down from the steps, his expression resolute. "Convey my decree—"

The atmosphere inside the hall changed imperceptibly.

Although some people still harbored resistance, when they actually reached this point, everyone's gaze involuntarily burned with fervor.

"Immediately prepare for the coronation ceremony and announce it to the world—"

"I will ascend the throne and become emperor on an auspicious day!"

Li Yuan's last four words were as resounding as a great bell.

The moment the words left his mouth.

As Pei Ji took the lead in kneeling down to Li Yuan, almost everyone present followed suit without hesitation.

The fourteenth year of the Daye era, the day of Yisi in the fifth month.

Li Yuan ascended the throne in Chang'an and became emperor.

The dynasty was named Tang.

Jianyuan Wude.

An imperial edict was issued to proclaim to the world the Gu family's ambition to revitalize the nation!

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