The video takes us to ancient times; Li Er transforms into the Tongtian Emperor of Shu Han.

"Seventy million taels of silver."

"Gentlemen, is it because we haven't killed enough people over the years that we haven't served as a warning to future generations?"

"A total of seventy million taels of silver was found in the homes of officials and gentry. It seems that your ability to amass wealth is truly not to be underestimated!"

Zhu Yuanzhang's words sent shivers down the spines of all his officials, both civil and military.

How should I answer this question?

Yes or no, those are life-or-death questions!

Your Majesty, you're mistaken, please don't kill...

During the Chongzhen reign, he appointed those he shouldn't have, trusted those he shouldn't have, and killed those he shouldn't have killed.

In terms of diligence in governance alone, few emperors could compare to him, yet the Ming Dynasty perished precisely because of his diligence!

Even without an emperor, if the Ming Dynasty had been allowed to operate on its own, it might have lasted for another ten years or so.

His lack of self-awareness made him the main culprit for the fall of the Ming Dynasty and the invasion of the Qing army from the north.

In the end, it all came to be a joke that Chongzhen's diligence in governing was the biggest joke!

The end of the Ming Dynasty was the greatest punishment for Emperor Chongzhen!

joke.

I am indeed the biggest joke.

I am ashamed before my ancestors.

On Coal Hill, a scene of Emperor Chongzhen mocking himself appears against the sky.

The immortal's handiwork was not intended to save the Ming Dynasty, but rather to mock him.

If the Ming Dynasty hadn't had this problem, could it have lasted for more than ten years?

Everyone could see that the dragon robe behind him was covered with blood-written characters.

I, a man of meager virtue and lowly status, have offended Heaven, but all this is due to the mistakes of my ministers. I have no face to meet my ancestors in death; I remove my crown and cover my face with my hair. Let the rebels tear the land apart, but do not harm a single commoner.

"Emperor Chongzhen, you have lived up to the expectations of my Zhu family descendants!"

"Immortal, could you give us a chance this time? We want to personally send some people to the guillotine!"

Upon seeing that Emperor Chongzhen had hanged himself under the crooked tree on Coal Hill and his last words, Zhu Yuanzhang was utterly enraged.

He could even forgo the immortal's reward; he would personally go to the Chongzhen era and have some people skinned alive!

"Let me handle this. I have more experience dealing with these pedantic scholars."

As the video neared its end, Ying Zheng also spoke.

You, Old Zhu, only want revenge, but he still wants immortality!

"The exclusive veneration of Confucianism is my decree, and it is my duty to set things right!"

Liu Che was not far behind.

Immediately afterwards, text appeared on the sky.

[The review is over. Challenge: Go back to the Chongzhen era, save the Ming Dynasty from its decline, and rebuild a unified empire.]

Note: During the respective dynasties' existence, you can choose any one person to accompany you. If the challenge is successful, the chosen person will receive half of the reward.

Note: This will not affect the current historical process. Everything the challenger does will occur in a parallel universe.

Note: Based on the difficulty of this challenge, challengers may bring a standard army of no more than 5,000 people to participate. There are no rewards for the army.

Successful challenge, reward: forty years of lifespan, and ten years of favorable weather for the country.

Failure to complete the challenge will result in the same punishment as Emperor Chongzhen.

Was the punishment the same as that given to Emperor Chongzhen?

What was Emperor Chongzhen's punishment?

Wasn't his fate to hang himself on Coal Hill?

Upon seeing the final punishment, many emperors hesitated to extend their hands.

As each emperor's screen lit up, only a few people reached out and pressed it.

On the sky, each name flashed by rapidly.

Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes flashed with an undisguised ferocity.

Immortal, please give us a chance!

As if hearing his prayer, the words in the sky slowly came to a stop.

Hongwu Emperor, Taizu, Zhu Yuanzhang!

Did Zhu Yuanzhang bring anyone with him on the trip?

"Take him! Let the fourth brother come with us!"

"Perfect timing! We should ask the fourth brother what's really going on with him!"

Zhu Yuanzhang did not hesitate.

He had already made up his mind about this choice!

[Challenge Participant: Zhu Yuanzhang; Assisting Challenger: Zhu Di!]

[Will you bring troops with you?]

Upon seeing this problem, Zhu Yuanzhang hesitated.

It's not that there are no choices, but rather that there are too many!

He currently commands a vast army of elite troops, including those from Lan Yu and Xu Da's lineage, each capable of taking on ten men!

"Dad, let me do this. I promise I won't let you down!"

Zhu Di also saw the notification and quickly responded.

Upon seeing his comment, Zhu Yuanzhang hesitated for a moment before slowly nodding.

Alright, let's see what kind of army the fourth brother can field!

A moment later, the text reappeared in the sky.

[Zhu Di led the army: the Divine Machine Battalion!]

【The challenge begins! 】

The next moment, amidst the raging flames of war, the gates of the Ming capital were already teetering on the brink of collapse.

But at this moment, there was not a trace of despair in Chongzhen's eyes!

Because there were two people standing in front of him, two people he could only see in portraits before!

"Fourth brother, isn't it time you gave us a proper explanation?"

Zhu Yuanzhang asked in a cold voice.

"Father, now seems like the wrong time to talk about this. The rebels are about to breach the city, and it will be a real headache if we have to fight in the streets."

Zhu Di quickly tried to divert his attention.

Although she knew she couldn't escape the beating, she tried to delay it as much as possible.

He is the ruler of a country, he should at least find a secluded place to do this!

"Humph!"

"Chongzhen, how many troops do you still have?"

Zhu Yuanzhang snorted coldly, knowing that now was not the time to ask these questions.

Unlike Li Er's previous challenge, this time, the two of them seem to have traveled directly to the Chongzhen era.

That makes sense, since if one comes here and fails the challenge, it's impossible to leave alive.

"Only a few thousand people remain, still holding the city walls."

Emperor Chongzhen's face was full of bitterness.

If he still had cards to play, why would he only give Sun Chuanting five thousand old, weak, sick and disabled people?

As a result, Sun Chuanting died on the battlefield, and the capital was on the verge of falling.

"It doesn't matter, Father. You take care of dealing with these people in the court. Leave the rebels outside the city to me!"

"I will make them understand why the Ming army is invincible!"

Seeing his confident demeanor, Zhu Yuanzhang had no choice but to nod.

The main reason was that the five thousand soldiers were brought by Zhu Di. Although he could command them, he was ultimately not as good as Zhu Di.

On the contrary, dealing with these people in the court is his top priority!

"Go, after repelling this attack, negotiate with Li Zicheng and make peace temporarily."

"?"

Zhu Di slowly typed out a question mark.

"Just do as we say, and you're questioning us? Do you want a beating?"

Zhu Yuanzhang was furious and was about to pull off his belt.

He would not negotiate with the rebels if the immortals brought them there earlier than usual.

Unfortunately, at this critical juncture, the rebels had a steady stream of troops, and in the end, they only had Zhu Di's five thousand Shenji Battalion.

"Father, in the end you just don't believe in the strength of my Divine Machine Battalion. Just you wait and see, tomorrow I'll make Li Zicheng dance for you!"