"Li Huaian has deceived the throne and plotted rebellion. He is stripped of his commoner status and will be executed today!"
The Empress seated before the dragon throne was breathtakingly beautiful, yet her condescending gaze was chillingly unfamiliar.
Li Huaian, sole heir to a family of statesmen, whose entire clan had loyally served the nation.
When the royal family fell into civil strife, he revealed his brilliance, single-handedly helping Ji Ruxue ascend the throne.
When the barbarians invaded and their swords pointed straight at the capital, he turned the tide and drove them back three thousand li.
When the ruler of Chu scorned the Empress, he trampled the lands of Chu and restored the imperial dignity.
He had wanted to join hands with the Empress to build a glorious age that would last ten thousand years and revive five thousand years of brilliant civilization.
Alas, the civil war had only just been quelled, and already she was eager to condemn him and put him to death!
Li Huaian laughed. Was his merit so great that it threatened the throne?
As you wish. I'll show you what my Great Zhou will be like without me, and what you'll be like without me!
After leaving Great Zhou, Li Huaian received invitations from emperors across the land:
Empress of Northern Liang: If I had General Li, I would unite the world under my rule within ten years.
Overlord of the Southern Wilds: Sir, you are a peerless statesman. I would gladly share half my realm with you.
Eldest Princess of Qin: You can win the realm for me, and I'll give myself to you. How about it?
The adorable pen pal he's known for years: Time to come clean. I'm an Empress too. She failed to see your worth, but I do!
