In the martial arts world, he threatens Yin Susu from the start.

However, only he himself knew the pressure he was under.

The Mongol Yuan dynasty coveted the Qing dynasty, and conflicts frequently occurred along the border.

Since entering the Central Plains, the Eight Banners soldiers of the Qing Dynasty have become corrupt at an extremely rapid pace.

They no longer possess the strength they once had, where "if the Jurchens numbered less than ten thousand, they could not defeat them even if they numbered ten thousand."

He was exhausted just dealing with the Mongol Yuan's relentless pressure, not to mention the political enemies like Suksaha who, despite appearing to be loyal, were actually dragging him down.

Ao Bai could only use a more forceful and domineering approach to demonstrate his weakness.

Whether it was suppressing the Hui people externally or suppressing rebellions and massacring anti-Qing figures internally, it was all based on this purpose.

Thanks to his efforts, although the Qing Dynasty faced numerous minor troubles over the years, the situation remained quite stable.

Whether it was Wu Sangui and Prince Bao, or the ever-watchful Mongol Yuan dynasty.

They were always wary of Ao Bai and dared not make any rash moves.

That's why Gu Hanyuan was determined to kill Ao Bai; otherwise, the Qing Dynasty would never have descended into chaos.

Without Gu Hanyuan's intervention, there would have been no problem for Kangxi to take action against Aobai in order to consolidate his imperial power.

After all, even without Ao Bai, Kangxi's great talent and ambition would have made him the victor among Wu Sangui and Prince Bao.

At that time, Emperor Kangxi, who had gathered the strength of the entire Qing Dynasty, might not be unable to resist the Mongol invasion.

Unfortunately, this has now become the beginning of Kangxi digging his own grave for the Qing Dynasty.

Of course, at this moment, Kangxi's gaze toward Ao Bai was filled with hatred and anger.

Ao Bai, however, paid no attention to this.

He had long been aware that he could use his reputation, both before and after his death, to prolong the life of the Qing Dynasty.

Ao Bai may not have been loyal to Emperor Kangxi.

But he was absolutely loyal to the Qing Dynasty.

If it weren't for Gu Hanyuan's intervention, Kangxi would have been able to capture Ao Bai, who was skilled in martial arts and indestructible.

However, without Wutian's intervention and without the divine weapon Golden Snake Sword to break through his defenses, why was Ao Bai captured?

This is because Ao Bai had a fatal flaw.

That was a scar he sustained while saving Huang Taiji, and it was also his only flaw.

If the story were to unfold as it normally would, Wei Xiaobao would unintentionally stab Ao Bai in the scar with a dagger, thus making a great contribution.

It is clear that although Ao Bai may not have been loyal to Kangxi, he was definitely loyal to Huang Taiji.

Therefore, Huang Taiji tried his best to prevent Dorgon from interfering in Ao Bai's affairs.

These hidden truths remain unknown to anyone.

On the surface, it was Ao Bai who forced Kangxi to admit Sukesaha's crimes.

Enraged, Emperor Kangxi stormed off in humiliation.

Patience with Ao Bai has reached its limit.

Therefore, after the court session, arrangements were made in advance and Ao Bai was summoned to the Imperial Study.

The main hall of the Qianqing Palace was soon empty, and the gates were closed.

At this moment, Gu Hanyuan and Wu Xingyun's figures also appeared.

However, Wu Xingyun, who was walking behind Gu Hanyuan, reacted somewhat differently than when he was woken up by the wake-up service in the morning.

She was bowing her head, cleaning the traces from her lips and the slightly disheveled hem of her skirt.

Clearly, she had to go to great lengths to help Gu Hanyuan pass the time.

Wu Xingyun frowned slightly, her eyes filled with confusion and bewilderment.

However, when Gu Hanyuan turned around, he quickly adjusted his emotions and calmly accepted what Gu Hanyuan handed him.

Gu Hanyuan smiled with a hint of amusement:

"The grand show is about to begin."

Upon hearing this, Wu Xingyun smiled faintly and said:

"Then Yun'er will go ahead..."

Just as she was about to leave, Gu Hanyuan stopped her.

She stared blankly as he tidied the messy strands of hair around her temples.

Each brush of his fingertips sent a tremor through her delicate body.

"Yun'er, be careful, and also..."

Gu Hanyuan's voice was gentle.

"I believe you."

Wu Xingyun was taken aback upon hearing this.

The confusion in my heart seemed to be blown away like a fog.

She revealed a radiant smile that could outshine all the flowers, her beautiful eyes sparkling with brilliance.

She tilted her head slightly and smiled rather proudly:

"Master, rest assured, I am your proudest disciple."

Having said that, she transformed into a graceful white shadow and departed.

Gu Hanyuan smiled with satisfaction.

This was an experiment, and also a gamble.

But he believed that he and Wu Xingyun would be the ultimate victors.

Gu Hanyuan flashed and headed straight for the Imperial Study.

At this moment, in the Imperial Study.

Dozens of experts from the Sticky Pole Division are besieging Ao Bai.

Several corpses were already lying on the ground.

More than a dozen skilled fighters from the Sticky Rod Division, rendered incapacitated, lay sprawled on the ground.

Kangxi looked solemnly at Ao Bai, who was shouting angrily and who was unstoppable for a time.

Beside him was Wei Xiaobao, whose eyes held fear but who feigned composure.

Ao Bai was far more powerful than the experts at the Sticky Rod Office.

However, his face was faintly pale at this moment.

If it weren't for Wei Xiaobao's cleverness in poisoning his tea, the sticky pole wouldn't have been able to stop him at all.

The stalemate lasted for another 1.2 seconds.

Kangxi suddenly said in a deep voice:

"Lord Ao, surrender now. I promise I will not harm your life."

Upon hearing this, Ao Bai laughed wildly:

"I have done nothing wrong to the Qing Dynasty! You little brat Kangxi, if you have the guts, take my life. Otherwise, once I escape this predicament, I will certainly carry out the deposed emperor act."

Kangxi, his face grim, roared angrily;

"Stubborn."

Ao Bai looked at Kangxi, who had ascended the throne as a child and had served him ever since.

He sighed softly, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

Just as I was about to say something more.

Suddenly, a dazzling golden light flashed.

A strangely shaped longsword slashed through an eerie arc and pierced Ao Bai's back.

It was Yuan Chengzhi who was waiting for an opportunity to launch a sneak attack.

However, his expression changed drastically at this moment, and he hurriedly retreated.

However, he was still struck by Ao Bai's fist and flew backward, spitting blood.

The golden snake sword cut open the official robe on Ao Bai's back, revealing the golden silk armor underneath.

Chapter 615: A Plot Full of Twists and Turns

The changes in the game were too rapid, with rabbits leaping and falcons swooping down.

Kangxi's expression changed drastically.

Not only was Ao Bai not ambushed, but his trump card, Yuan Chengzhi, was also injured, and the Golden Snake Sword returned empty-handed.

Fortunately, Yuan Chengzhi had the "Hun Yuan Gong" protecting him, so his injuries were not serious.