Li Shimin faked his death? Then I will be powerful enough to conquer the world!

In the court, Fang Xuanling's face was tense, his eyes filled with anxiety. Finally, unable to contain himself, he took a step forward and shouted loudly, "Your Majesty, please reconsider!"

His voice trembled slightly with excitement, and it sounded particularly clear and loud in the silent and oppressive court.

That’s one of the Nine Cauldrons!

This tripod is a precious treasure that has been deposited in the long river of history, carrying the fortune of the entire world.

It is definitely not an ordinary object!

Fang Xuanling was struggling painfully in his heart. He really couldn't understand how this sacred artifact that had gone through the vicissitudes of time could be destroyed just because of Yuan Tiangang's words?

Just take a quick look around and see the faces of the ministers, which are either indignant, worried, or shocked, and you will realize how critical and important orthodoxy and people's hearts are to a country.

These two are like the foundation and pillars of the Tang Dynasty. Once shaken, the entire country may fall into precarious situation.

Fortunately, this tripod has not been around for very long, and its influence among the people and the court is still deeply rooted.

If, over time, it becomes like the imperial seal, deeply engraved in the hearts of every citizen of the Tang Dynasty, becoming a core symbol that unites people and demonstrates orthodoxy, the consequences of destroying it at that time will be unimaginable.

Just by imagining it, one can foresee the chaos and turmoil the world will fall into.

Perhaps the next day after the news of the destruction of the tripod is announced, rumors will be flying everywhere, and all kinds of rumors and malicious speculations will spread rapidly.

And by the third day, I'm afraid someone will openly stand up and accuse Your Majesty of being a tyrant, believing that such behavior is unworthy of your position and completely violates the will of God and the expectations of the people.

After all, in the eyes of the world, the imperial seal and the nine tripods are the supreme symbols of imperial legitimacy.

Having both should be the most powerful blessing and guarantee for the rule of the Tang Dynasty.

But now he was going to destroy this sacred artifact that symbolized the destiny of heaven. Fang Xuanling was filled with resentment and could not just stand by and watch helplessly!

The Nine Cauldrons disappeared in history, having experienced the changes of dynasties and the vicissitudes of life.

Now, a tripod has reappeared in the world during Your Majesty's reign. In the eyes of everyone, this is undoubtedly an auspicious sign sent by heaven and a sacred recognition of Your Majesty's rule.

It means that Your Majesty is the true dragon emperor chosen by heaven, and a monarch favored and blessed by God.

If this sacred tripod can be properly utilized, over time, as its influence continues to expand, it will surely unite the people of the Tang Dynasty, and their loyalty and respect for the court will increase.

It is enough to make the Tang Dynasty's rule more stable and the country more prosperous.

"Your Majesty! Think twice!" Fang Xuanling's loud shout broke the depression in the hearts of the ministers.

Under his lead in appealing, all the ministers reached a consensus.

Whether it is the energetic young officials in Xianyang City, or the old and conservative ones who have been in officialdom for many years and are approaching retirement and have relatively conservative ideas.

On this important matter concerning the foundation of the orthodox Tang Dynasty, they unexpectedly reached a rare high degree of unity.

For a time, voices of opposition rose one after another in the court, and everyone's eyes were fixed on Li Chengqian, their eyes full of expectation.

I hope Your Majesty can revoke the order at this critical moment and preserve this sacred tripod.

Yuan Tiangang and Li Chunfeng stood aside. They were relieved to hear that His Majesty agreed to destroy one of the Nine Cauldrons, but their hearts were instantly overwhelmed by the overwhelming wave of opposition.

The two of them looked at each other, and saw deep worry in each other's eyes.

The good news is that His Majesty approved their proposal, but the bad news is that in the entire court, it seems that only the three of them agree with this move.

Yuan Tiangang looked up worriedly at Li Chengqian who was sitting on the dragon throne.

So many court officials are unanimously opposed, even though Your Majesty is the emperor.

But under the strong pressure of unanimous opinion, it would be difficult to make a decision on one's own and implement it smoothly, right?

"His Majesty……"

Yuan Tiangang bowed and was about to speak to comfort the emperor, but was interrupted by Li Chengqian.

Li Chengqian sat upright on the dragon throne with a dignified look.

His gaze slowly swept over the ministers below who were trying hard to comfort him, and he said in a resounding voice: "My dear ministers, please listen to what I have to say."

"The Tang Dynasty was not established by relying on the imperial seal, but by the bloody battles of our soldiers, who expanded our territory and forged this vast empire with their blood and lives."

"After the world is pacified, the Imperial Seal will be in the hands of the Tang Dynasty."

"To put it bluntly, the Imperial Seal is just a useless piece of stone. What's truly useful are the soldiers who helped expand the territory of the Tang Dynasty!"

"This tripod is also like this. Today, our Tang Dynasty is flourishing, the people live and work in peace and contentment, and the world is at peace."

"Even though this tripod may be of some benefit in rallying the people, the Imperial Master has already solemnly proposed its destruction."

"Then I believe that this tripod will definitely bring disaster rather than blessing to our Tang Dynasty."

"Furthermore, this disaster must be so serious that even the Imperial Master cannot speak openly about it because the secret cannot be revealed."

"Therefore, destroying this tripod was a deliberate act of mine. The historians should simply record it truthfully. Now that I have made my decision, I am not afraid of any criticism or judgment from future generations."

Li Chengqian paused slightly, his eyes becoming sharper.

"Furthermore, if you don't believe what Master Yuan said, then why did you insist on the late emperor executing Empress Wu?"

"Why are you now contradicting me on this matter of the Nine Cauldrons?"

These words were like a heavy hammer, plunging them into silence.

Upon hearing this, everyone was speechless. They knew that the prophecy about the female leader Wu had caused an uproar in the court. Everyone was wary of it, believing it could endanger the Tang Dynasty, and therefore urged the late emperor to take action.

Now that His Majesty brought up the old matter again, they didn't know how to refute it for a moment. They could only stand there silently, with mixed feelings in their hearts.

When Yuan Tiangang heard Li Chengqian's words, he immediately understood His Majesty's intention. He stepped forward and said with a serious expression, "Your Majesty, the current mistress, Wu, is no longer the same as she was in the past."

"Since Your Majesty ascended the throne, the aura of blessing has been radiating from the female leader, Wu, and it is growing stronger day by day. She will surely become a great helper to our Great Tang in the future, contributing extraordinary strength to our country."

After Yuan Tiangang said this, many old ministers were secretly angry. They had originally wanted to continue to give advice to the emperor, thinking that since the emperor believed Yuan Tiangang's words so much and was determined to destroy the tripod, then according to his previous concerns about the heroine Wu, shouldn't he also take action against her and execute her to prevent future troubles?

But they didn't expect that Yuan Tiangang's just-right words would directly block their thoughts in their throats, leaving them speechless and unable to express themselves. They could only bury their resentment deep in their hearts.

Li Chengqian glanced at Yuan Tiangang with satisfaction and nodded slightly. He then looked around the court and said loudly, "It's settled. My dear ministers, do you have anything else to say? If not, I will dismiss the court."

After saying this, Li Chengqian sat quietly on the dragon throne, waiting for the response from his ministers.

After a while, seeing that no one spoke again, Li Chengqian slowly stood up and left with steady steps under the gaze of everyone.

After Li Chengqian left, Eunuch Zhang's shrill and drawn-out voice finally rang out in the court: "Dismiss the court!"

The ministers looked at His Majesty's departing back, with mixed feelings in their hearts.