I Can Control My Ancestors

Chapter 569 - 64: Awe Across Four Seas, Devouring Eight Oceans

Of course, Gu Lei would not stop in his tracks so easily.

Although the Gu clan members now residing in Ryukyu no longer have the energy to travel even further afield to impart their teachings, the disciples they have taught can still do so.

This is not Kyushu.

Nor do they need to teach deeply profound texts, merely to educate the natives of these desolate lands, helping them to recognize and understand Kyushu.

Nowadays, in the Malay Archipelago, Gu Academies have sprung up one after another.

Even though they are only simple small academies.

The significance they carry, however, is truly extraordinary.

Besides, their steps of exploration have never ceased; whether it be Li Chengqian or Gu Lei and the other Gu clan members, they have never forgotten their mission.

And that is exploration!

Li Chengqian is in poor health.

The impact of his foot ailment is significant indeed, combined with his status, it is impossible for him to always venture out to the front lines, so he can only leave these matters to others.

The extraordinary nature of Tuo Hai was fully realized at this time.

It already has the ability to sail long distances.

Although not enough to withstand strong winds and waves of long voyages, it can travel even further as long as the timing is right.

Under Gu Yi’s observation.

They have now explored near what would be the Malacca Strait in later generations, although they do not have more forces to occupy such a distant place.

But the significance of this for the entire Kyushu is also extraordinary.

As everything gradually stabilizes, the maritime foundation of the Great Tang will also slowly form a complete maritime lifeline interwoven with key routes and strategic hubs over time.

In summary—

This all benefits the present age, while the功 will last through the ages!

The only pity, if any, is that both Gu Lei and Li Chengqian are in declining health.

They have ultimately given too much.

Li Chengqian, however, is still fine, as he already had health issues.

But Gu Lei is simply struggling to bear the energy required.

Not only have members of the Gu clan, but even Li Chengqian has advised him that he could return to Kyushu, and even if he couldn’t restore his health, he could at least return to his roots.

This man, once considered to be unruly and unlike the traditional offspring of the Gu family, has now resolutely made the same choice as his ancestors.

Facing the persuasion from everyone, he said solemnly:

"I am not familiar with the intricacies of court politics, nor have I learned the art of war."

"Now, by sheer luck, I can spread enlightenment in foreign lands and promote the prestige of Heaven at sea—how can I begrudge my remained body?"

"I only seek not to fail this ambition, to be unashamed before my ancestors!"

This is the pride in the hearts of all Gu clan members.

It is the best teaching left for the descendants by generations of ancestors with themselves as the foundation.

To Gu Yi’s surprise—

In today’s Ryukyu, the common people have even vaguely regarded Gu Lei as a Saint, a level of influence that has completely exceeded his expectations.....

.....

In April, the ninth year of the Yonghui era.

Luoyang.

The matters of relocating the capital have now been gradually completed, and Luoyang today is vastly different from the past, once again becoming the political center of a powerful empire.

Li Zhi has gradually taken over the reins of governance, although he still does not actively interfere in matters as he used to.

Yet, as the Emperor, he holds firmly onto the power of decision-making.

Within Luoyang Palace, the atmosphere was somber and tense.

"Your Majesty!" Li Yifu’s voice shattered the silence, carrying urgency, "The Khan of Turkic, Nuohebo, sent an urgent report over 800 miles!"

"Tubo has repeatedly violated their borders, provocations unceasing, and now they have mobilized their armies in a brazen invasion of Turkic!"

"Nuohebo implores our Great Tang... to send troops immediately!!!"

As the words fell, the air in the hall suddenly froze.

A surge of suppressed fury instantly rose within the ministers’ chests.

How long has it been?

It has been how long since the dignity of the Great Tang has suffered such blatant offense?

Turkic—a vassal of the Great Tang, as well as a buffer state between Tang and Tubo, Tubo’s move is tantamount to putting the war blade directly on the neck of the Great Tang!

This is not merely provocation, but blatant contempt for the supreme heavenly state!

The officials in the hall were all bristling with rage.

Even the typically composed Gu Jing had a sharp glint of cold flash across his eyes.

Gu Yi, at this time, was silently observing the scene, not overly surprised by it.

The national power of the Great Tang is indeed strong.

However, under the influence of Kyushu’s culture, Tubo’s development has also surpassed its original history, having long ruled over the entire Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.

It is only natural for them to turn their attention to more prosperous neighboring regions.

This is unavoidable!

But in contrast to the original history, Tubo is keenly aware of the strength of the Great Tang.

Especially with Gu Jing alive.

This has imposed significant limitations on Tubo.

Yet the problem is equally apparent, as Tubo is fundamentally a military state, its regime relies on tribal alliances and military plunder to maintain cohesion.

Coupled with the geographical constraints of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.

When the internal areas are fully saturated, if they don’t look outward, it will incite domestic strife.

Therefore, they can only focus their gaze on the Great Tang, using this as a means to test the reaction of the Great Tang.

They have endured for several years.

If they continue to endure, the internal conflicts will overturn everything.

Before Li Zhi could speak, Gu Jing slowly rose and walked before Li Yifu, taking the secret missive from his hand, and his sharp gaze immediately scanned over it.

The entire hall fell into silence again.

Even Li Zhi did not say much.

Who doesn’t know Gu Jing’s prowess on the battlefield?