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

"Staying so fixated on a single point can come at a high price."

"Although the alliance was not ultimately signed, the final result was truly regrettable."

"A man like Jiao Bo really shouldn't have died."

"In the original historical trajectory, he died on the way to fight for Cao Mao. Unexpectedly, in this challenge, Emperor Gaozu also failed to change his fate!"

"Not only did it not change his fate, it even made his death more tragic."

"It's tragic and lamentable, but his death was worthwhile."

Not only did Han Xin in the early Han Dynasty freely mock the officials, but the sky itself also echoed with similar sentiments.

This challenge could have ended much faster and more decisively.

All the ministers loyal to Liu Bang will be better positioned, and even if the challenge ends and Cao Mao regains control of the court, things will only get better.

After these massacres during the challenges, those who survived were all intelligent enough and knew how to advance and retreat.

For a long time to come, they will remember what they should and shouldn't want.

Isn't this situation better than the so-called return of the throne to the Han dynasty, handing the world over to that incompetent ruler and that villain?

Even Liu Bei, a devoted fan, shook his head repeatedly.

While shaking his head, he didn't forget to whip Liu Shan a couple more times.

"You worthless wretch, from this day forward, you are forbidden from favoring eunuchs, do you understand?"

"You can forget about the position of Crown Prince, but even so, if I ever hear of any of your palace servants misbehaving again, don't blame me for putting righteousness before family!"

"From this day forward, you will not be allowed to have anyone take care of you. You will have to take care of everything yourself, from food and clothing to shelter and transportation!"

Zhuge Liang, watching from the side, felt a chill run down his spine.

He could tell that Liu Bei wasn't putting on an act at all; he was really going at it!

Liu Shan's screams could be heard clearly even through the palace gates.

“It’s no use hitting him. Emperor Zhaolie, your son is just that incompetent. Even if it weren’t Huang Hao, there would have been Zhang Hao or Li Hao.”

"It's just that Zhuge Liang's memorial to the emperor was too short. Once the higher-ups had used it all, he was completely at a loss."

"To be honest, he really did live up to your expectations. He truly regarded Zhuge Liang as his prime minister and father, and even built a temple for him in the end."

"The problem is that he only has so much ability; it's already quite good that he can protect your little territory in Sichuan."

Is the performance in the sky curtain infuriating?

That was infuriating; it truly made Old Zhu furious.

The problem is that Liu Shan's abilities were limited.

In a prosperous era, the court is filled with loyal ministers and capable generals, so one can naturally become a wise and hands-off ruler.

But what about chaotic times?

His favoritism towards only one eunuch was already considered acceptable.

At least eunuchs have no real power; no matter how much power they wield, they can only be arrogant for a lifetime.

If you put an ambitious scion of a powerful family in that position, just wait and see!

"It can only be said that fate is no longer on Han's side. The defeats at Jingzhou and Yiling have completely wiped out all hope. Everything that follows is nothing but a death struggle."

"Even everything that Gaozu did in the challenge seemed to be going against the will of Heaven."

Planning is up to man, but success ultimately depends on fate.

If it weren't for the Eastern Wu's sneak attack, Guan Yu's carelessness in losing Jingzhou, and the great fire at Yiling, Liu Bei, who controlled two provinces, might have truly been qualified to fight Cao Wei.

Unfortunately, all of this could only amount to a sigh when it reached Zhao Kuangyin's lips.

The Mandate of Heaven is truly no longer with the Han Dynasty.

Looking at the scene of this massacre that can be described as an indiscriminate sweep, and at the aristocratic officials who, before even reaching the capital, were already eager to drag Liu Shan to surrender.

It can be said that after Liu Bei's death and Zhuge Liang's passing, the last backbone of the Han Dynasty rested solely on Jiang Wei.

Unfortunately, Jiang Wei also died.

So much so that even though they now occupy the capital, the officials of the Han Dynasty have lost all ambition and confidence.

An emperor like Liu Shan left them with not even the slightest hope.

Struggling without hope is nothing but a waste of one's time and life.

When Liu Bang personally led his army through the defenses set up by Jiang Wei before his death and arrived outside the capital city.

Both he and Wen Yang believed that what followed would be a tough battle.

Wen Yang had even donned heavy armor, preparing to personally lead his troops to attack the city.

However, at that moment, the city gate suddenly opened wide, and Liu Shan was found with his hands tied behind his back, a coffin being dragged behind him on a carriage.

Huang Hao held the sandalwood box containing the imperial seal in both hands.

Behind them were the civil and military officials with their heads bowed.

Seeing this situation, even Wen Yang understood the current predicament.

He remembered that Liu Bang's decree was to break through the capital and never sheath his sword against the gentry of Shu.

This clearly meant that all civil and military officials, including Huang Hao, were to be sacrificed to Heaven.

But the current situation has put us in a dilemma.

"Your Majesty, this?"

Wen Yang turned around and looked at Liu Bang with some difficulty.

If it were a siege, he would not hesitate for a moment, donning heavy armor and leading the charge.

But he's not very good at handling this particular situation.

Or rather, he was unable to make a decision.

Upon seeing this, Liu Bang exchanged a glance with Zhang Liang.

After understanding what the other party meant, Zhang Liang slowly lowered his head, while Liu Bang pondered for a moment before speaking.

"Wen Yang, do you know about Lord Wu'an?"

"The massacre of surrendered soldiers may have left an infamy for all time, but it also earned him a great reputation. My Marquis of Champion should also have such a reputation. What do you think?"

Wen Yang: "!"

"The general understands!"

Seeing him mount his horse without hesitation, Zhang Liang was speechless for a moment.

people……

Is it really okay to be this reckless?

If it had been any other ruler, the blame for the massacre would have been placed squarely on Wen Yang's head.

In order to quell the resentment of the gentry, he will surely be pushed forward as a scapegoat.

But Wen Yang seemed to have completely overlooked this. Liu Bang gave him a hint, and then he rushed out without the slightest hesitation.

"It is truly his good fortune to have met His Majesty."

"It is truly my good fortune to have such a valiant general loyal to me in this challenge."

Watching his retreating figure, Liu Bang sighed softly.

He was practically a reincarnation of Xiang Yu. If we had had such a fierce general during the Chu-Han Contention, perhaps it wouldn't have taken those few years.

"So Your Majesty is prepared to bear all the blame?"

Zhang Liang asked softly.

He was referring, of course, to the infamy of slaughtering surrendered officials.

However, Liu Bang saw it differently.

"infamy?"

"Where did this bad reputation come from?"

"Lord Jiao was sent as an envoy to the Han Dynasty on my behalf, but he died unjustly in prison. Is it wrong for me to send troops to avenge him?"

Liu Bang questioned him in an annoyed manner.

"This... is correct."

"Can……"

Zhang Liang was about to speak when the other side had already surrendered.

And their attitude was quite good; Liu Shan even pushed the coffin out of the city.

"Zifang, if you've done something wrong, can you really let it go with just a perfunctory apology?"