Chapter 139.1 - I Became the Legendary Emperor Throughout the Ages After I Started Giving Away My Territory

General Tiangong also furrowed his brows, “Third brother, something is off with you! You always act with measure, preferring to plan before you act! If you weren’t familiar with this place, why would you come here?”

General Digong nodded in agreement, “Indeed, third brother, a wise man does not stand under a dangerous wall, this is completely unlike your usual style!”

General Rengong’s eyes widened, “You’re right… why did I come here?”

The greatest skill of these three was not their special art nor their sheer strength but their cautious approach to everything.

They would retreat immediately upon sensing something amiss without any hesitation.

Even when fleeing, they would choose the most advantageous and safest route for themselves.

So even after being eradicated multiple times, they still managed to survive.

But now, their third brother had actually chosen to flee to such an unfamiliar place, which was clearly abnormal.

A sense of foreboding welled up within the three of them.

General Rengong carefully recalled the past events, and then, with a slap to his head, he pulled something out from his bosom, exclaiming urgently, “Ah, I remember now! It’s this thing, this thing led us here!”

Looking at the familiar little drum in front of them, the other two generals were stunned.

“Isn’t this the drum given to us by Great Xia? It’s especially effective at beguiling people’s hearts!”

“Third brother, why did you carry it on your person?”

General Rengong spoke with deep regret, “It’s precisely because it’s so effective that I carried it with me! With this thing, we could make a comeback in the future! But who knew… this is a bewitched drum! It seems to have a power that can bewilder everyone, also making me fall for it without realizing it. I followed the drum’s guidance and ended up here!”

The other two generals were filled with horror: “This…”

The three of them were most skilled at bewitching others, and yet today they had been bewitched by a mere drum!

“This drum is problematic; someone has lured us here!”

“We shouldn’t stay here long; let’s make our escape quickly!”

Just at that moment, they heard the whooshing sound of three figures breaking through the air and arriving.

Separated into three, they blocked their escape routes.

“Generals, where do you think you’re running off to?”

“Since you’ve come to visit Great Xia, why leave so soon? Stay awhile!”

“His Majesty extends an invitation; be good and come with us.”

The sight of the three individuals before them once again sparked surprise in their eyes.

Because they recognized these three people—they were the Empty Hand Master, the Wine Sword Immortal, and a young female assassin who called herself Bai Zhu. All of them were experts of Great Xia, with strength at the Astral Qi level.

Now, how could they not know that they had run into the territory of Great Xia!?

Someone had lured them here through the demon drum!

They had fallen into Great Xia’s trap!

Holding a sharp sword, Bai Zhu said coldly, “Please, the three of you, don’t force us to take action!”

The three generals looked at the woman before them, beautiful yet cold, and then at the other two experts.

They sighed, lowered their heads, gave up the struggle, and followed them to the capital city of Great Xia.

……

Three days later, they met Lin Beifan in the imperial palace of the capital city.

“Three generals, I have long admired your reputations!”

Lin Beifan said with a smile, “You have established the Yellow Sky Sect, bewitched tens of millions of people, and caused chaos in the neighboring countries! Your abilities are truly astonishing, and I can’t help but admire you!”

General Tiangong’s mouth twisted bitterly, “Your Majesty flatters us! No matter how formidable we are, aren’t we still being played in the palm of your hand?”

The other two generals deeply agreed and nodded, their mouths also twisted in bitterness.

Their Yellow Sky Sect had indeed become a massive force.

However, they had never gained the slightest advantage from Great Xia; instead, they were used by it to deal with the Great Xue Kingdom.

Now, they had fallen into their opponent’s hands, and the blow to them was too great.

“I wonder what commands Your Majesty has for summoning us?” General Tiangong asked with a clasped fist.

Lin Beifan got straight to the point, “I greatly admire the three generals and hope that you can serve Great Xia and work for me. What do you think?”

The three of them exchanged glances, not expecting this to be the reason.

General Tiangong said, “We are now infamous and being hunted by various nations. Aren’t you afraid of offending the neighboring countries by sheltering us, Your Majesty?”

Lin Beifan shook his head and said proudly, “I’m not afraid. If we offend them, so be it. What can they do to me? Since its founding, Great Xia has never feared anyone!”

General Digong asked, “But aside from our Innate cultivation, we only know some bewitching techniques. I’m not sure how we can help you!”

Lin Beifan laughed and said, “What I need most is your special art!”

The three of them were puzzled and looked over.

Lin Beifan explained, “The main issue is that you don’t know how to use it! Although this art of bewitchment is considered unorthodox, if used well, it can strengthen the nation and its army! There is a real shortage of talented individuals like you, which is why I couldn’t help but try to win you over!”

The three generals looked at each other once again, dumbfounded.

They couldn’t understand at all how this art of bewitchment could possibly strengthen the nation and its army.

Not causing disaster and calamity to the country would be good enough!

General Digong said in a muffled and disgruntled tone, “Your Majesty, what if we refuse?”

Lin Beifan smiled broadly, “If you disagree, you won’t be able to leave the imperial palace!”

The three of them felt a chill in their hearts.

It seemed that ever since they arrived here, they no longer had any choice.

After leisurely sipping his tea, Lin Beifan asked, “How about it, Generals? Are you willing to serve me?”

“Do we even need to think about it?”

General Tiangong said resentfully, “If we don’t agree, we can’t leave this place! We three brothers all cherish our lives; we have no choice but to obey!”

The other two generals sighed deeply.

The three of them resignedly bowed and said, “We pay our respects to Your Majesty!”

“Good!”

Lin Beifan said joyfully, “With the aid of the three generals, our Great Xia will be as powerful as a tiger with wings! However, I also hope that the three generals will not deceive me! If you dare to engage in misconduct within Great Xia, I will show no mercy in executing you!”

The three generals were greatly alarmed and waved their hands repeatedly, “We wouldn’t dare, we wouldn’t dare…”

“Good! From now on, we are all on the same side!”

Lin Beifan said with a smile, “You will receive the treatment you deserve! At the same time, I will ensure your safety and prevent other nations from causing trouble, so just stay here at ease!”

The three generals finally felt a bit more reassured in their hearts.

“May I ask how Your Majesty wishes to utilize us?” General Tiangong inquired with a bow.

“What would you like to do?” Lin Beifan countered.

General Rengong spoke with longing, “Actually, before, the three of us brothers aspired to be generals! We yearned to lead vast armies across the battlefield, to establish great achievements, to become renowned far and wide…”

Lin Beifan laughed and scolded, “No wonder you three call yourselves generals!”

“But later on, after we used magic to bewitch many of the people, our thoughts changed, our ambitions swelled; we no longer wanted to be generals, but Emperors! But who would have known…” General Digong sighed deeply.

“Who would have known that our defeat would come as swiftly as a collapsing mountain, our imperial ambitions and conquests all coming to naught!”

General Tiangong said dispiritedly, “Now we have also recognized our own abilities and only wish to save our skins. Whatever His Majesty commands us to do, we will do!”

Lin Beifan nodded, “I cannot fulfill your wishes to become Emperors. However, if you wish to be generals who charge across the battlefield, that I can still satisfy!”

“Really?” The three generals exclaimed in surprise.

“I never jest; why would I deceive you?” Lin Beifan said with a smile.

“Thank you, Your Majesty, for granting us the honor!” The three of them were overjoyed.

“However, before you become generals, you must first go to the Great Xia Military Academy to learn how to lead troops into battle. Only then can you become generals!” Lin Beifan added.

“Great Xia Military Academy?” The three generals looked at each other in bewilderment.

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