I Become a Martial Arts God in the Chaotic Demon World

Xiang Yuangong's words were like a thunderclap, shocking Han Zheng and his companions.

The amount of information contained in those words was immense. Han Zheng immediately asked, "How could His Majesty suddenly fall critically ill and comatose? Why would he appoint Ji Xuanjing as regent and Ji Yuanfang as the Regent King? Did anyone witness these events, or did Ji Yuanfang himself announce the decree?"

Before leaving the Capital City, Han Zheng had met Ji Taichang, the elder Emperor, who seemed quite robust and able to outlive his own sons. How could he suddenly fall into a coma?

Yet, even if someone intended harm, it was unlikely.

The Great Zhou Emperor was protected by the Qi Fortune of the Dragon Vein, making ordinary attempts at harm ineffective, even causing backlash.

It could even be said that once the Emperor ascends the throne, there is only one way he will die, and that is by natural causes.

Moreover, although the Second Prince Ji Xuanjing had a notable reputation, he was backed by the aristocracy of Great Zhou.

Ji Taichang had consistently suppressed the aristocrats; how could he allow Ji Xuanjing to govern the nation? Elevating the dethroned Crown Prince Ji Longyun would be more credible than Ji Xuanjing.

As for allowing Ji Yuanfang to rule, that was even less possible.

Ji Taichang's apprehension of Ji Yuanfang was well-known throughout the Great Zhou Court.

Him reprimanding Ji Yuanfang was common; how could he appoint him to rule?

There were far too many oddities in this matter.

Additionally, the Grand Commander's departure was especially convenient.

Just as the North Sea's waters became turbulent and the Grand Commander went to suppress the North Sea Demons, Ji Taichang encountered trouble.

These two events could easily be associated.

Xiang Yuangong said, "The Imperial Physician claimed that His Majesty, due to his advanced age, caught cold and fell into a coma.

Moreover, His Majesty collapsed directly on the court, witnessed by so many ministers.

His Majesty's face was contorted at the time, and using his last bit of strength, he announced the appointments in front of the ministers before passing out.

As for what followed, it's beyond what those underground factions would know.

But the news they uncovered spread from within the Imperial Palace, with numerous court ministers and aristocrats present presumably making it hard to falsify."

Han Zheng frowned slightly; his instincts told him there was a problem.

Ji Yuanfang somehow seemed to bypass the Dragon Vein and target Ji Taichang.

Originally, court intrigue didn't concern Han Zheng much.

But the problem was that both of these men had enmity with him, Han Zheng.

Due to the Black Feather Thirteen Floors incident, Han Zheng had disgraced Second Prince Ji Xuanjing and became his enemy.

With the Arsenal case, Han Zheng also antagonized Ji Yuanfang and even killed the teacher of the Princess.

With the Grand Commander around, Han Zheng naturally didn't fear them.

In the Capital City, in the shadow of the Emperor, they wouldn't dare to act against him.

But now, with the Grand Commander absent and the two having seized regency, there's no telling what may follow.

Han Zheng decisively said, "Leave the city! Head for North Sea to find the Grand Commander!"

Just then, a figure clad in Gold-plated Heavenly Eagle Armor descended with tremendous pressure.

Southwest Commander He Tianxiong, one of the Six Commanders, looked at Han Zheng with a smile that didn't reach his eyes: "Where are you and your Jing'an Guard off to?"

Han Zheng felt a deep sinking feeling.

His sense upon entering the city was correct; someone was deliberately waiting for him at the gates!

...

At the moment Han Zheng entered the city, Ji Yuanfang's subordinates immediately relayed the information to the Prince Liang Mansion.

Of course, the Prince Liang Mansion was now no longer merely that; it had become the Regent King Mansion!

All court documents were promptly delivered to Ji Yuanfang; only after his review were they given to Ji Xuanjing, who only needed to affix his seal of approval.

Although Emperor Ji Taichang was in a coma, Second Prince Ji Xuanjing was nominally in control, but what experience did a young lad have in governance?

Could he manage the five hundred seventy-four prefectures across Great Zhou's nineteen provinces?

Was not the entirety of Great Zhou ultimately resting on Ji Yuanfang's shoulders!

When the news of Han Zheng's arrival in the city came, Pei Yingqiu was also in the study.

She was standing behind Ji Yuanfang, gently massaging his head with her hands.

Upon hearing of Han Zheng's return, Pei Yingqiu instinctively applied more force, causing Ji Yuanfang to frown slightly and say, "You're using too much force; your mind is unsettled. It's just Han Zheng, not worth your attention."

Pei Yingqiu took a deep breath: "Han Zheng may be unworthy, but my master treated me like a daughter; the enmity of a parent's murder is irreconcilable!

Prince, previously in the Capital City Qi Zhangwu protected him, you said it was inadvisable to kill Han Zheng.

Later, that useless Si Tianli failed to kill Han Zheng despite making a move.

Now Qi Zhangwu is absent, and you've seized control of the Capital City; surely, this time you can directly eliminate that Han Zheng?"

Ji Yuanfang lightly patted Pei Yingqiu's hand, sighing: "Still, we cannot."

"Why?"

Ji Yuanfang squinted: "Although I now control the Capital City, it's not yet the entirety of Great Zhou; the situation is unstable. Moving against Han Zheng rashly at this time could cause significant issues.

Han Zheng has already reached the Yang God Realm; being of such an age and achieving the Yang God Realm is a rare talent regardless of where found.

Qi Zhangwu may be absent, but the Demon Cleansing Bureau's Elder Court still has quite a few old-timers who haven't died; stirring them would jeopardize our plan.

Rest assured, wait a while longer; once the Dragon Vein fully matures, this Great Zhou realm will not rest on my shoulders but be held in my hands!

Then, not only Han Zheng, but even Qi Zhangwu will be forced to bow!"

"I understand,"

Pei Yingqiu lowered her head, concealing her hatred.

She was not one to act recklessly, knowing better than to ruin the Prince's grand strategy for personal vendetta.

"Yet, Madam, take solace; although I cannot directly move against Han Zheng now, if someone within the Demon Cleansing Bureau acts against him, it's none of my concern."

Ji Yuanfang smiled inscrutably: "Throughout these years, Qi Zhangwu's harsh tactics have caused dissatisfaction among the Demon Cleansing Bureau; there are more than just a few willing to work for me!"

...

Whether Ji Yuanfang moved against Han Zheng as Prince Liang or as Regent King was both inappropriate and would certainly provoke the old-timers of the Demon Cleansing Bureau's Elder Court.

But sending Southwest Commander He Tianxiong himself raised no issues.

This was an internal matter of the Demon Cleansing Bureau, and no one would speak against it by turning a blind eye.

At this moment, He Tianxiong stared at Han Zheng with a smile that seemed as cold as ice.

Even without Ji Yuanfang's message, He Tianxiong intended to trouble Han Zheng.

Initially, Han Zheng, despite his lack of strength, had dared to challenge He Tianxiong's dignity, an audacious act!

Now he had risen to the Yang God Realm, a prospect reminiscent of another Chen Baxian!

Previously, with the Grand Commander protecting him, He Tianxiong couldn't act against them.

But now the Grand Commander was absent; the North Sea disturbances wouldn't be settled quickly.

The Emperor was seemingly at death's door, Prince Liang Ji Yuanfang currently holding power; when could be a better time to align himself?

Han Zheng stepped forward, meeting He Tianxiong's gaze, and said calmly, "Greetings, Commander He.

The Grand Commander currently leads the Thirteen Guards to suppress the demon uprising in North Sea. Knowing of this, naturally, we Jing'an Guard must go to support the Grand Commander."

He Tianxiong flicked his sleeve, coolly stating, "The Grand Commander previously designated who to take and who to leave; since you Jing'an Guard received no orders, you need not go. Who granted you the authority to act independently?

Han Zheng, today addresses another matter.

Your expedition to the Southern Mountain to quell rebellion is without issue, but where is Southern Mountain Garrison Commander Ren Tianying?"

Han Zheng, expressionless, replied, "Unknown, Ren Tianying vanished upon entering the Youxin Ancient Country Relics, and with the relics now collapsed, he likely perished within.

He Tianxiong sneered, "Perished within? I believe Ren Tianying was killed by you!

Han Zheng, slaying allies, committing treason, do you understand your crime?"