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

In the Qinghe Cui family's mansion, Cui Jingming, the head of the Cui family, was holding an urgent discussion with several confidants and local officials in the study.

Cui Jingming, a handsome and elegant young head of the family, had a frighteningly gloomy expression at this moment.

"Gentlemen, Li Chengqian's actions are truly insane!"

Cui Jingming slammed the message in his hand heavily on the desk. Although his voice was not loud, it contained endless anger.

"He's digging his own grave, attempting to destroy our family through violence. Does he really think he's so great just because he has some troops? Did Yang Guang win?"

Huangzhou Governor Su Zheng frowned deeply, his eyes filled with worry. "Master Cui, I understand your anger, but this is the will of the court after all."

"If we openly resist, it would be a grave crime of rebellion. The consequences... would be unimaginable."

Cui Jingming sneered, a trace of disdain flashing in his eyes. "Lord Su, do you think we have any other choice now? The court has been suppressing us for a long time since the tyrant came to power. This imperial decree is only a matter of time."

"That tyrant massacred us nobles twice in Chang'an! He is truly despicable!"

"If we don't resist, the calamity that awaits us will be the extermination of our entire family."

"Besides, the master of the Tang Dynasty may not be Li Chengqian. If we are not happy, we can just push someone else to be the emperor."

Cui Huaide, the elder of the Cui clan, nodded slightly and said in a heavy tone, "The head of the clan is right. As the leader of the aristocratic clan, our Cui clan shoulders the heavy responsibility of the family's rise and fall."

"If we retreat now, not only will our family be in dire straits, but the other families will also lose confidence. We must stand up and unite with the other families to fight against the tyrant."

"It will also help the tyrant to see the reality."

At this moment, a messenger rushed into the study and knelt on one knee. "Master, the Fanyang Lu family has received news that they have begun to take action. They are actively contacting various noble families and are ready to fight the court to the end. Master Lu hopes that our Cui family can respond as soon as possible."

A glint of determination flashed in Cui Jingming's eyes. "The Lu family is indeed a prominent family, brave and resourceful. Our Cui family and the Lu family have always been closely connected. They have already taken this step, so how can we fall behind?"

"Pass on my order to gather all important members of the family, including those in charge of branches outside the region, to the mansion immediately to discuss countermeasures. At the same time, notify our forces in various places to be prepared and obey the family's orders at any time."

"We want the imperial court to know that we, the Cui family of Qinghe, are not made of clay!"

Su Zheng gritted his teeth and seemed to have made up his mind: "Mr. Cui, I am willing to advance and retreat with the Cui family. The court's move is really too much. I can't watch the people suffer because of the conflict between the court and the aristocratic families."

Cui Jingming clasped his fists slightly and said, "Thank you, Governor Su. With your support, our strength has grown even stronger. We must let this tyrant know that his actions will be punished!"

The ancestral hall of the Zhaojun Li family was filled with a tense and angry atmosphere.

Li Chongshan, the patriarch of the Li family, an old man with white hair, a kind face but dignity, is leading the core members of the clan to hold an emergency meeting in front of the ancestral tablet.

He held a copy of the imperial edict in his hands, his hands trembling slightly, not because of fear, but because of anger.

"My fellow clansmen, our Li family has been passed down for hundreds of years and has weathered many storms, but we have never experienced the shame we are experiencing today."

Li Chongshan's voice echoed in the ancestral hall.

"This decree from the tyrant is a grave violation of our family's dignity and a blasphemy against our ancestors. We cannot tolerate this!"

Li Yixuan, a young talent in the clan, stood up suddenly, his eyes burning with anger. "Clan leader, we cannot swallow this! Our Li family has sacrificed so much for the Tang Dynasty. Our ancestors sacrificed their lives for this country, and now the court treats us like this."

"We must resist and let this tyrant know how powerful our Li family is!"

Li Houpu, the elder of the Li family, nodded in agreement: "Yixuan is right. We are one with the other families. We share a common destiny."

"Your Majesty's move is to capture us all in one fell swoop. If we don't unite and resist, we will be defeated one by one."

"We cannot allow the honor of our family to be destroyed, and we cannot allow our descendants to bear such shame."

Li Chongshan looked around, his eyes fixed on each of his clansmen. "Our Li family has always been known for its loyalty and righteousness, but loyalty and righteousness do not mean blind loyalty."

"The court's actions are now contrary to our ideas. We cannot sit idly by."

"Pass on my order. All members of the Li clan in various locations must take action, contact our allies, and prepare to fight against the imperial court."

A young tribesman asked with some concern, "Chief, if we do this, will it cause resentment among the people? After all, the imperial court still has a certain prestige among the people."

Li Chongshan shook his head slightly, then laughed.

"People! Hahahahaha?"

"What's the use of the untouchables' resentment? Regardless of whether they resent it or not, as soon as the imperial army arrives, let these untouchables lead the charge."

At this moment, a clan member hurried over and said, "Clan leader, the various clans have already begun contacting each other, preparing to rebel against the imperial court. They hope that our Li clan can join us as soon as possible."

A glint flashed in Li Chongshan's eyes: "It seems that everyone has realized the seriousness of the situation."

"We can't let them down. Take action now, and maybe we can even move up a notch in the family rankings!!"

The aristocratic families knew very well that in order to fight against the imperial court, they had to gather a wider range of forces.

They launched large-scale appeals in various places, using their prestige and influence in the local area to publicize the "tyranny" of the court and the "justice" of the aristocratic families to the people.

Naturally, the court could not be kept in the dark about the aristocratic family's undisguised actions.

It has been a long-standing practice that the emperor’s edicts could not reach the right places.

Now it is just more concrete.

The news that aristocratic families from all over the Tang Dynasty were preparing to rise up in rebellion suddenly exploded in the court.

The ministers looked at each other, their eyes filled with shock and fear.

In less than a month, the aristocratic families from all over the Tang Dynasty had gathered together.

Li Chengqian sat on the dragon throne with a calm expression.

He had anticipated the current situation.

If only the aristocratic families were really that easy to deal with.

It would have been solved long ago, there is no need to wait until now. If we solve the problem of the aristocratic families now and eradicate their power completely, it would be impossible for the Tang Dynasty not to fall apart.

However, he and Mr. Qi had already prepared to conquer the world again!

"Your Majesty, this... what should we do?" An old minister stepped out tremblingly, his voice filled with uncontrollable panic.

"The aristocratic families' actions clearly indicate they are seeking to antagonize the imperial court! Their power is deeply intertwined, and if they were to rise up now, it would likely lead to disaster."

Compared with the old ministers, the young officials from Xianyang were much calmer.

In their hearts, His Majesty is a miracle.

Today's Xianyang City and the transformed Chang'an City are the best evidence.

"What should I do?"

Li Chengqian glanced at the old minister.

He was an old censor who had always been conscientious and diligent during his tenure, not daring to overstep the bounds in any way.

He is an honest and good official, but not an capable official.

"What should I do?"

Li Chengqian repeated it again.

All the officials in the court pricked up their ears.

Listening to Li Chengqian's words.

"They think I'm the Sui Emperor Yang Guang."

"Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha."

As he was speaking, Li Chengqian suddenly laughed.

"Your Majesty, the most urgent thing right now is to come up with a solution as soon as possible."

Another minister said hurriedly.

"The influence of the aristocratic families in the local area cannot be underestimated. If they are not curbed, I am afraid that more people will be deceived."

At this moment, Fang Xuanling, who had been silent the entire time, stepped forward, his expression solemn: "Your Majesty, I believe this matter requires careful consideration. The rebellion of the aristocratic families, while unexpected, is also within reason."

"The most urgent task now is to stabilize the situation and prevent the people from falling into panic. At the same time, we must mobilize troops to prevent the aristocratic families from further expanding the rebellion."

After listening to the words of these ministers, Li Chengqian stopped smiling and became dignified.

"Convey my decree, ordering the garrisons loyal to the imperial court in all regions to strengthen their vigilance and closely monitor the movements of the noble families."

"At the same time, dispatch the Jinyiwei to various places to appease the people and inform them that the court has its own arrangements and not to be misled by the rebellion of the aristocratic families."

"I will never allow these noble families to disturb the peace of the Tang Dynasty!"

"If all places have been completely controlled by the aristocratic families, the Jinyiwei do not need to make unnecessary sacrifices. They can withdraw immediately and report any incidents that cannot be handled."