Dimension Paradise, I am a summoning apostle

Chapter 286 Twenty-Four Rebels, All in Vain

"Yang Qianjing's son, Yang Taizhi, became the leader of the twenty-four rebel groups."

"This morning, he challenged Chu Danqing outside the capital. General Qiao He came out of the city to meet him, but was captured and taken down before ten rounds were even over." These were the first words Yang Qian said to Chu Danqing.

Chu Danqing was stunned.

Today is his third day in the capital, and he has been living a very fulfilling life.

Every day, he either cultivates the Five Elements Spiritual Forging Scripture or trains Da Bao and the others.

Because she was focused and had others to help her with various miscellaneous tasks, Chu Danqing's progress was not fast.

After all, it's only been three days, so there hasn't been any substantial breakthrough yet.

As for Kumashigeka, he was sent back two days ago, for a total of 49 points of maintenance fees plus 4 points of handling fees.

Chu Danqing appeared to be destitute.

"What?!" Chu Danqing understood that Yang Qian was always busy and had no reason to come to see him. He must have wanted him to take the stage.

"Yes, Qian Yuan has already led eight thousand troops here, but even with a forced march, it will take at least five days."

"Yang Taizhi is powerful and has gathered many traitors. In my opinion, the capital may only be able to hold out for another three days." Yang Qian's conclusion was based on comparing information from his own side with intelligence from the enemy.

He originally didn't want to trouble Chu Danqing.

As soon as he finished speaking, the task was refreshed.

[Hidden Mission: Kill rebel leader Yang Taizhi and defeat twenty-four groups of rebels within one hour]

[Trial Difficulty: B-Level (Warrior)]

[Trial Reward: Paradise Points x 5000, Attribute Points +3]

[Trial Failed: Paradise Points -10000]

Goodness, this task is way too easy.

The task time was compressed to 1 hour, and the result was only a B grade.

How is it possible to make the difficulty level inconsistent with the battle situation?
“Okay, I’ll go out and kill him.” Chu Danqing nodded immediately.

It must be said that Yang Qianjing truly lived up to his reputation as an apostle follower of the Heavenly Mystery Clan; even in death, his influence continues to this day.

He suspected that Yang Taizhi might have some amusement park equipment or props left to him by Yang Qianjing.

Otherwise, Qiao He wouldn't have been captured by the opponent in just ten rounds.

Qiao He was the old general who was previously cleaved down by Chunyang Tianjiang's sword.

He is currently one of the most capable fighters in the capital.

After agreeing, Chu Danqing led Da Bao and the others out of the city to meet the enemy.

He arrived too late; the enemy had already begun their attack on the city and had taken control of the city gates.

Fortunately, it wasn't too late. The city gate had just been breached, and the enemy hadn't had time to enter the capital.

Chunyang Tianjiang, along with the Vajra Warriors, immediately charged forward, forcefully interrupting the enemy's offensive.

And they used overwhelming force to regain their advantage.

"A mere trick, yet you dare to show off your skills before an expert? You're courting death!" A disdainful voice rang out.

Yang Taizhi slowly stepped into the city gate, surrounded by a ribbon-like fish-dragon, and the surrounding area quickly turned into a fluorescent land.

Then nothing happened.

Neither the Pure Yang Heavenly General nor the Vajra Warrior were affected in any way.

This is clearly some kind of domain-specific area-of-effect damage.

However, the problem is that due to the array's defensive capabilities, all summoned creatures have 30% of Chu Danqing's total shield value.

Chu Danqing's shield was longer than his health bar, and even 30% was an extremely large number.

Not to mention that as long as the array's defense is active, it can continuously supply shields to the enemy.

The shield value consumed may not even be as fast as the recovery.

Chunyang Tianjiang also sensed the threat posed by Yang Taizhi and immediately abandoned the battle at the city gate, heading towards the enemy without hesitation.

"Well done, I'll see for myself today." The fluorescent fish-dragon beside Yang Taizhi transformed into a golden light, resembling a spear.

He stepped forward, holding a golden spear, the tip of which was aimed directly at the throat of the Pure Yang Heavenly General, intending to pierce it with a single blow.

There is only one question: is Chunyang Tianjiang wearing an excellent-grade full-body armor, or heavy armor, along with a shield and a series of buffs?

The spear couldn't even break through the shield, let alone pierce the throat.

That was when things got really bad. Chunyang Tianjiang swung his heavy sword directly at Yang Taizhi's head.

Yes, not chop or split, but smash.

Yang Taizhi's expression suddenly changed drastically, and he involuntarily retreated instantly.

He was a step too slow, and half of his body was grazed by the heavy sword, instantly turning into a bloody mess.

If it were a spirit beast or someone who possesses a spirit beast with armor, it wouldn't be this serious.

"Protect the young master!"

As soon as Yang Taizhi got into trouble, the twenty-four rebel groups took notice and rushed to his aid immediately.

Chu Danqing narrowed his eyes. Judging from Yang Taizhi's performance, it was unlikely that he could win them over.

Therefore, these rebels are most likely people whom Yang Qianjing had previously arranged and left behind.

After all, Yang Taizhi is Yang Qianjing's son, so it's normal for a father to pave the way for his son.

But if they want to save her, does Chu Danqing have to let them? There's no such thing as a free lunch.

At this moment, the Sorrowful Wind had finished its chanting, and under the control of the Great Bone, it directly struck the leader of the twenty-four rebel groups. The man was instantly blasted to pieces, and then the area damage spread outwards.

A large number of the rebel leaders who had gathered together died, which then triggered a combo effect.

Yang Taizhi staggered and fell to the ground, looking at the scene with despair in his eyes.

These twenty-four rebels were chosen by his father as his loyal ministers to help him ascend the throne, and as long as the plan went smoothly, they would be able to assist him in becoming emperor.

Unfortunately, the plan went wrong one after another. First, his father failed and died, and then he had no choice but to hastily contact people to raise an army.

Although the journey to the capital was smooth and unimpeded, they were about to break through when they collapsed here.

Chunyang Tianjiang grabbed Yang Taizhi and dragged him to Chu Danqing's side.

"Tell your men to surrender. You've lost," Chu Danqing said.

Yang Taizhi's core members were these twenty-four rebel groups. Apart from a small number of elites left behind by Yang Qianjing in his early years, the rest were displaced people who had been coerced into joining the rebels.

Chu Danqing did not want to commit further bloodshed, which is why he persuaded them to surrender.

The refugees who surrendered not only didn't die, but they also had food and clothing.

"Bah! Who do you think you are, to presume to make me surrender?" Yang Taizhi endured the excruciating pain, his tone full of disdain: "Bring Yang Qianzheng to see me, and I..."

"I'm informing you, not discussing it with you," Chu Danqing interrupted. "If you're unwilling, you can take your head to see His Majesty."

"I am the legitimate heir of the founding emperor, the hereditary Prince of An. Yang Qianzheng, this adopted son, is my imperial uncle. How dare you kill me?!"

"Emperor Taizu left an instruction that members of the imperial clan should not be executed, and their highest status should be that of commoners."

“Even if I rebel, you cannot kill me,” Yang Taizhi said to Chu Danqing with all his might.

Chu Danqing's gaze swept around, and with the Pure Yang Heavenly General, the Taiyin Mystic Maiden, and the Vajra Warrior as the main forces, the capital's garrison quickly turned the tide and won.

It can be said that the army suffered a crushing defeat.

"Rules are made by people, and they are also followed by people," Chu Danqing said, looking at Yang Taizhi.

At that moment, Yang Taizhi had a bad feeling.

“I killed your father, Prince An, Yang Qianjing, and I also killed your uncle, Prince Ning, Yang Zhenhao.”

"What makes you think you have the confidence to make me afraid to kill you?" Chu Danqing said with a light laugh.

"You...you..." Yang Taizhi was truly terrified this time.

He truly knew nothing of these matters; he only received news of the defeat and that he had died in the chaos of battle.

But now that someone has clearly stated that he was the one who killed him, then he really has no value anymore.

"I'm giving you one last chance. Make them lay down their weapons and surrender, and I'll take you to see His Majesty," Chu Danqing threatened.

As for letting Yang Taizhi go? Impossible, Chu Danqing still needs him to complete her hidden mission.

Furthermore, Yang Qianzheng will not let Yang Taizhi off the hook either.

Yang Taicheng was forced to become emperor, and given his weak nature, his chances of survival were not low.

But Yang Taizhi not only rebelled, but his father also rebelled and ambushed Yang Qianzheng, causing him to lose his Purple Mansion Spirit Beast, the Jade Spirit Treasure Dragon. Sentencing you to beheading and displaying your head to the public is already lenient.

After struggling with his thoughts for a moment, Yang Taizhi finally said in a low voice, "Okay."

He endured it for the sake of his own life.

"You must treat me first, otherwise I won't be able to hold out until I surrender," Yang Taizhi said, making his demand.

Chu Danqing immediately agreed and let Da Bai treat him.

However, he wasn't completely cured; he was only kept alive.

Although Yang Taizhi was not fully recovered, he was still able to give the order to surrender.

However, the results were not satisfactory.

The enemy forces were all recruited by the twenty-four rebel groups, and Yang Taizhi was more like a leader who had been parachuted in.

The twenty-four rebel groups listened to him, so their troops listened to him.

Without his men, the soldiers simply ignored his orders.

Lacking both prestige and ability, he relied entirely on the legacy left by his father, Yang Qianjing.

Chu Danqing now understood why the mission difficulty was rated as B.

It's one thing that Yang Taizhi was ambitious but incompetent, but he even used the late Emperor Taizu's instructions as a way out. If you've already rebelled, what way out do you have?

What's worse is that the rebelling troops don't listen to you.

Even if he succeeds in rebellion, he will likely achieve little and ultimately become nothing more than a puppet emperor whose power is merely nominal.

"Useless! You can't even handle this simple matter." Chu Danqing sighed. At this point, there were no other solutions but to resort to force.

Fortunately, the overall quality of the garrison in the capital was not bad, and with their cooperation, they quickly suppressed the enemy.

The casualties were indeed high.

Unfortunately, when the veteran Qiao He was found, he had already been decapitated.

He was killed by Yang Taizhi.

The reason was that he saw Qiao He's strength and wanted to recruit him to work for him.

But how could Qiao He agree? Not only did he refuse, he also cursed Yang Taizhi as a traitor.

The insults were so vulgar that they broke Yang Taizhi's spirits, and in a fit of rage, he beheaded him as a sacrifice to the flag.

If Qiao He hadn't died, Yang Taizhi would still have had a very slight chance of surviving.

There's no need to think about it now; the day Yang Taizhi meets Yang Qianzheng will be the day he dies.

(End of this chapter)