Martial Cultivator Chapter 498: Such an Uncle and Nephew

The Great Liang Emperor had many heartfelt words to share. Perhaps the gentle empress once listened to them, or perhaps she understood his thoughts without him needing to speak. However, since her time, there has been no one in the entire Great Liang or in the world who could make the Emperor speak so openly.

This young man before him was worthy, but the outcome was uncertain.

Chen Chao quietly observed the Emperor. The two of them were entangled in too many issues. The relationship between their families was undeniably close. After all, their parents were siblings. Yet, despite this closeness, their relationship had ended in a conflict that was irreconcilable till death.

"Turns out that His Majesty aims to bring peace for all eternity. Such ambition is truly admirable."

Over the years, the Great Liang Emperor had accomplished much. Although he did not expand the empire's borders, he managed to bring stability to the four seas, improving the lives of Great Liang's people significantly. However, his ambitions were not limited to this; it was merely a beginning, not his ultimate goal.

What he wanted was to restore the dignity of the human race and to ensure that the countless citizens of Great Liang could live with honor and integrity.

Back then, during the Upheaval of Yong'an, when the demon race invaded and the human race lost thirty thousand miles of territory in the desolate north, the shame became a deep and enduring mark on the human race, forcing them to bow their backs.

Subsequent generations of monarchs, whether intentionally or unintentionally, failed to straighten that backbone.

Chen Chao took a deep breath and looked at the Great Liang Emperor. "I have a question I'd like to ask Uncle."

This term, "Uncle," carried deep significance and was the first time Chen Chao addressed the Great Liang Emperor this way to his face. The Great Liang Emperor looked at Chen Chao calmly too and suddenly smiled. "We already know what you want to ask, but you may still ask."

Chen Chao asked solemnly, "Was my father

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