after being kidnapped by the general

There will be many prophecies in troubled times, and most of these prophecies are cryptic prophecies of alchemists, and people will not be able to see their meaning at a glance, but once they have associations, they can be associated with various people and things, and it will also make people I feel more and more right.

Just like Wu Shanshi, with the previous omens, he is sure that the prophecy "300 years after death, three golds will be established" refers to him.

The Northern Zhou Dynasty lasted for 300 years, and those who died in these 300 years undoubtedly refer to the Northern Zhou Dynasty.

And three gold?This may confuse some people, but it cannot confuse Wu Shanshi.

Below the word Wu is the sky, and the five elements belong to gold.The word Shan is from sheep, the five elements also belong to gold, and the same is true for the word Shi. If these three golds are pressed down, aren't they just three golds?Isn't that exactly what Wu Shanshi meant when he stood up?

Wu Shanshi felt that what he thought was right. This prophecy must mean that he will eventually destroy the Northern Zhou Dynasty and change the dynasty.

Adding all these incidents together, Wu Shanshi felt that this was the general trend, and he couldn't justify not calling himself emperor.

But he was too excited to be alone, Wu Shanshi thought and thought, called Zhou Gongdan over, and asked him: "What do you think the phrase 'after 300 years, three golds should be established' refers to?"

Zhou Gongdan pondered for a long time, and under Wu Shanshi's expectant eyes, he said slowly: "When I heard this prophecy, I really thought of you, my lord."

Wu Shanshi was overjoyed, and tentatively said: "Do you think this prophecy is true?"

Zhou Gongdan sighed, "My lord, no one knows whether this prophecy is true or not. What is before us now is that the rumors of the golden dragon coming to the world have spread throughout Jizhou."

Wu Shanshi was taken aback, and immediately asked someone to go out to inquire, and found that what Zhou Gongdan said was indeed true, and the rumor was indeed spread all over Jizhou.

Those stupid retainers and subordinates of Wu Shanshi seem to regard this as an opportunity for Wu Shanshi to stand up.

Even Cai Ji, who had defected to Wu Shanshi, came to congratulate him specially, and every word was flattery, saying that these auspicious signs must be sent down by the heavens to tell the world not to bear Wu Shanshi being scolded as a villain.

Otherwise, why didn't it appear in other places, but why did it appear in Jizhou?

Wu Shanshi liked what he said very much, because he thought so too.

Seeing that he liked him, Cai Ji spoke even more flatteringly.In fact, Cai Jizhen didn't take this rumor seriously, he just thought that these auspicious signs were fake auspicious signs sent by Wu Shanshi, and he just wanted to use this to wash away his stigma.

Although Cai Ji felt that the rumor that the real dragon appeared in this world was a bit dangerous, maybe Wu Shanshi made up this auspicious message to show his loyalty to the emperor.

Wu Shanshi might have thought this way, "Look, Son of Heaven, the real dragon has come to me, which shows how loyal I am to you and to Bei Zhou. The loyalty to the real dragon is also moved by this, so the incarnation came to Jizhou, and the Wash away the stigma of being a traitor and thief from me."

Cai Ji felt that he had grasped Wu Shanshi's idea.

He also believed that Wu Shanshi's disciples and subordinates also thought so.

And Wu Shanshi saw them rejoicing, and a strange thought gradually filled his heart.

It seems that the whole Jizhou people are looking forward to him being the emperor.

It seems that the whole world thinks that he has the ability to call himself emperor.

After returning home at night, Wu Shanshi's mother and wife also mentioned this incident to Wu Shanshi. They didn't know that auspiciousness was a political trick, and they didn't know what the golden dragon's arrival in Jizhou represented. They simply believed the rumors and took pride in it .

The old mother also said: "Those people in the hometown of Runan abandoned my son so cruelly and despised my son, but now the golden dragon has descended on my son's territory. Hmph, God can see clearly than them, my son's future future must be nothing small , is not an existence that those people can grasp."

As soon as she said Wu Shan Shi Jing, she also remembered the attitude of the Wu family in Runan.

When he asked Runan to send Mitai away and let the family find some more talents for him, the Wu family in Runan refused him mercilessly.

He knew why the family rejected him.It's just because his reputation is bad and he has done wrong things, so the Runan Wu family thinks he is useless, and sending talents to Jizhou is also a waste of talents.

It's really annoying.

When Wu Shanshi thought of this, he felt furious.

That night, he tossed and turned and couldn't sleep, his mind was full of thinking about how courteously the people in the clan would try to curry favor with him if he proclaimed himself emperor, if he controlled the world, and trembling in fear of his revenge.

Not to mention those who betrayed Wu Shanshi and ran away, they would definitely regret it, regretting that they had betrayed the future emperor and cut off their own path to glory and wealth.

The more Wu Shanshi thought about it, the more energetic he became, and he didn't fall asleep all night.But when it was daylight the next morning, he also regained his composure.

Although he was ready to make a fuss about proclaiming the emperor, Wu Shanshi also knew that proclaiming the emperor rashly was a matter of disgrace to the world. Maybe once he proclaimed the emperor here, there would be princes who wanted to lead troops to attack him.

Wu Shanshi thought for a long time, and finally decided to try it out first.

If he wants to become emperor, at least he needs his own people to agree. If his own people don't agree, how can Wu Shanshi call himself emperor?

On this day, Wu Shanshi called several of his most important confidants to his side, and once again talked about the auspicious things.

Everyone was silent, looked at each other, and already vaguely understood what the lord was thinking.

But how dare the lord have such a rebellious idea?

No one dared to speak, Wu Shanshi's face became more and more serious, and his smile disappeared.He finally fixed his eyes on Zhou Gongdan, "Does Wen Ning have something to say?"

The atmosphere was dignified, Zhou Gongdan took a step forward and bowed to Wu Shanshi.

When he got up, Zhou Gongdan's expression had already made up his mind. He did not try to persuade Wu Shanshi again, but said: "My lord, you are right. You are the emperor chosen by the heavens. If this is the case, how can we disobey the heavens? My lord thinks Whatever you do, do it boldly, the heavens have created momentum for us to such an extent, if you hesitate any longer, you will only waste such an opportunity in vain.”

Wu Shanshi was very happy, and couldn't help holding Zhou Gongdan's hand and sighing: "Wen Ning still understands my heart best. With Wen Ning's words, I feel at ease."

The others looked at each other, not knowing whether to agree or refute.

A general under Wu Shanshi's command named Jia Qing took a deep look at Zhou Gongdan.

This man is both wise and brave, and he is one of Wu Shanshi's mighty generals.Jia Qing has always been seldom talkative and has a hard temper. He is loyal to Wu Shanshi.Seeing that no one dared to stand up to persuade Wu Shanshi at this moment, he stood up slowly and said in a deep voice: "My lord, this matter is impossible."

Wu Shanshi looked at him with a frown, pressed the corner of his mouth, and said with some displeasure: "Why don't you say so?"

Jia Qing was silent for a moment, he was not ignorant of Wu Shanshi's dislike of disobedience.But at this moment, only harsh and straightforward words can make Wu Shanshi pay attention.

Jia Qing's tone was not tactful, and he even said forcefully: "The Son of Heaven is not dead yet, and the Northern Zhou Dynasty is still ruled by the Qin family. If you proclaim yourself the emperor at this moment, you are a thief who usurped the throne, and it is a crime of disrespect. It will make everyone in the world angry! My lord, do you want to be a traitor like Li Li?"

Wu Shanshi slapped the table violently, pointing at Jia Qing and cursing angrily, "Say it again?!"

Jia Qing was neither humble nor overbearing, "My lord, this matter must not be done, absolutely must not be done. One day when the emperor is around, you should be a loyal minister for the country and the people."

Wu Shanshi was furious in his heart.

The Qin family is the world, the Qin family is the world, has everyone in this world been named Qin since ancient times? !

The emperor, the emperor... the 15-year-old emperor who only knows how to eat, drink, and play, can he do better than him, the governor of the state!

"Shut up." Wu Shanshi angrily reprimanded.

Zhou Gongdan's eyes flickered on the side, and he shut up.

Jia Qing pursed his lips, lowered his head and said, "My lord, these auspicious signs are too exaggerated. I'm afraid someone did it on purpose. Please don't be rude, my lord, catch a few people who spread the news and hack them to death. This forcefully suppresses the rumors."

However, he felt that the auspiciousness was a man-made frame, but Wu Shanshi felt that it was God's value.After he said this, Wu Shanshi's face was completely gloomy.

Jia Qing didn't seem to notice, "My lord, please listen to the next piece of advice. Those who agree with your claim to be emperor must be uneasy and kind to you. The counselor Zhou Gongdan next to you is so smart, he really doesn't understand the difficulties you will face after you become emperor. Is it? Your own reputation has been compromised by Li Li. Once you really become emperor, how can the soldiers of Jizhou fight against the soldiers of the world? Please don’t be fooled by the thieves, my lord!"

Wu Shanshi was so angry that he felt chest tightness and headache, and the finger pointing at Jia Qing was trembling.But Jia Qing's words also allowed him to regain some of his sense of being fascinated by power.

Jia Qing is a loyal person, he is loyal to Wu Shanshi, even though Wu Shanshi fell to such a low point, he never left.When Wu Shanshi led troops to attack Li Li, he brought Jia Qing there, and when he personally killed Wang Yun, Jia Qing was also present.

At that time, Jia Qing tried every means to stop Wu Shanshi. After Wang Yun's death, Jia Qing inevitably felt chilled, but he did not leave Wu Shanshi's side because of this.

Wu Shanshi knew that Jia Qing was loyal to him, but at the same time, Wu Shanshi also trusted Zhou Gongdan very much.

He has never been very firm, and his thoughts will always be swayed by his courtiers.Inevitably at this time, Wu Shanshi cast his suspicious eyes on Zhou Gongdan.

Zhou Gongdan's palms were sweating coldly.

Under everyone's gaze, the counselor was still as calm as before, and even smiled helplessly because of Jia Qing's suspicious words, "The general's words really make me miserable."

He shook his head and sighed, "Since I support the lord to proclaim the emperor, I naturally have a way to deal with it."

Wu Shanshi subconsciously asked: "What method?"

Zhou Gongdan said slowly: "Yanzhou Che Kangbo was sent by Yuanli to suppress bandits on his behalf, and was severely humiliated by Yuanli. He has a grudge against Yuanli, and he has always had a good relationship with you. This person is a wall Grass, weak and incompetent, just want to hide in Yanzhou to live a stable life. Last year when he attacked Li Li to save the emperor, he did not send troops because he was afraid of Li Li. The public is not talented, so I privately think that this person can be used by the lord, first to benefit Let him help the lord to proclaim the emperor. If this person does not agree, the lord can use force to threaten him, so Che Kangbo will definitely become the lord's right-hand man."

Wu Shanshi nodded thoughtfully, "You're right."

He began to waver again.

That's right, if Yanzhou can be brought over, proclaiming himself emperor is not impossible.

Jia Qing was not confused at all, his brows furrowed deeper and deeper, and he said, "My lord—"

Zhou Gongdan smiled slightly, and said rather forcefully: "General, please let me finish."

Wu Shanshi was fascinated by what he was listening to, and waved his hands annoyedly: "You can talk after he finishes talking."

Jia Qing could only keep his mouth shut.

Zhou Gongdan speeded up his speech and said: "Although the king Chen in the south is powerful, they are too far away from Jizhou. Even if they know that the lord proclaims the emperor and want to attack the lord, they will not be able to send troops on the long march. Moreover, their infantry is far from the power of the navy, so Chen The king may not be afraid for the time being."

Wu Shanshi nodded, stroked his beard and said, "It is true that King Chen will not be able to lead troops to attack me for the emperor within a year or two. The two uncles of the emperor are still watching him."

"Exactly," Zhou Gongdan said, "Now the only ones who can threaten you in the north are Chu Hechao and Yuanli. When facing them, it is not enough for only one Yanzhou Che Kangbo to support you. I heard that the governor of Qingzhou Huizi Zhen is a villain who loves property. You have an extraordinary background and great wealth in Jizhou. As long as you give enough, you will be able to win Hui Zizhen to work for you as long as you promise to give Hui Zizhen the title and gold and silver treasures after becoming emperor. .”

Wu Shanshi pondered for a moment, and couldn't help showing a look of joy.

Zhou Gongdan has considered all aspects for him, and there is nothing wrong with it. Wu Shanshi approved Zhou Gongdan's idea in just a moment, said yes three times, and then looked at Jia Qing: "What else do you have to say?"

Jia Qing only felt that what Zhou Gongdan said seemed to be correct in everything, but in fact it was weird everywhere. Although he couldn't see what was weird in such a short period of time, he still firmly opposed Wu Shanshi's proclaiming the emperor, "The subordinates still feel that My lord, you cannot be called emperor."

Wu Shanshi held back his anger, "Why?"

Jia Qing was speechless, his lips parted, and he said after a long time: "My lord, this matter must really happen."

"Bastard!" Wu Shanshi couldn't hold back his anger anymore, picked up the bamboo slip on the table and threw it on Jia Qing, "Get off!"

The bamboo slips hit Jia Qing's forehead heavily, causing Jia Qing's head to bleed.The room was in chaos, and after Jia Qing was helped down by the attendants, the other people in the room looked at each other, feeling a chill in their hearts, and no one dared to speak out.

Wu Shanshi looked them around, "Who has any objections?"

The crowd fell silent.

Wu Shanshi nodded with satisfaction, which made people write and ink, and immediately wrote a letter and sent someone to Qingzhou and Yanzhou.