[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-can-control-my-ancestors":3,"chapter-i-can-control-my-ancestors-i-can-control-my-ancestors-chapter-348":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Can Control My Ancestors",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1035296,1347,"Chapter 348 - 28: Liu Chen’s Demise","i-can-control-my-ancestors-chapter-348",348,"\u003Cp>To the Great Han.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least one of the two, the emperor and his advisor, must remain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Ye was quite open-minded about it. If they could meet, no matter how, the emperor and advisor would indeed meet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This journey was destined to be extremely difficult.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Ye still fell ill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was truly at the age of maturity, though walking on these already repaired roads was ultimately unbearable for him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, Gu Yi was constantly vigilant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He used a tool for him at the first opportunity, thus helping him overcome the crisis.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But clearly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The time left for him was not much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luoyang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After many years, Gu Ye finally returned to this city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as warmly as in previous years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Chen, although now with a head full of white hair, no longer as spirited as before, still led the ministers to welcome Gu Ye outside the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Liu Chen, Gu Ye’s eyes instantly turned red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He staggered down from the carriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trembling, he spoke while attempting to kneel before Liu Chen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Liu Chen directly stopped Gu Ye, his own eyes slightly red, and said in a trembling voice, \"Zhao De is the pillar of the Great Han, no need for this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Ye grasped Liu Chen’s arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two just gazed at each other, and although no words were exchanged, it seemed as if a thousand words had been spoken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For them—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being able to meet again was already a great blessing in life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among the illustrious emperors of the Great Han and the wise ministers of the Gu Clan, it was indeed rare to reunite in old age.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go... go!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Chen held Gu Ye’s arm and, disregarding any formality, walked towards the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Countless gazes followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some even uttered involuntary words of amazement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet the two were completely indifferent, continuing to lead the ministers slowly into the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This day was bound to be extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Chen hosted a grand celebratory feast for Gu Ye, honoring his achievements in pacifying Lingnan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ministers were naturally in attendance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But for Gu Ye, there were few familiar faces left in the current court.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What truly caught Gu Yi’s attention was Liu Jun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was the current Crown Prince of the Great Han.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regarding Liu Chen’s offspring from the original history, Gu Yi had no impression whatsoever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only impression was knowing that they were killed by Liu Chen before the fall of Shu Han.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He definitely needed to take a good look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, perhaps due to fear of Liu Chen, Liu Jun did not show anything remarkable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Throughout the banquet, Liu Chen continuously conversed with Gu Ye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The emperor and his advisor talked about everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, Liu Chen even invited Gu Ye to stay within the Imperial Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In response—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Ye did not refuse either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Chen truly had health issues, his complexion showing obvious pallor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The person occasionally had fits of coughing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regrettably, the \"Healing Charm\" could only be used on members of the Gu Clan; otherwise, Gu Yi would wish to save Liu Chen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The emperor and advisor continued discussing the past years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though these matters had been mentioned many times in letters, neither of their faces showed the slightest displeasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Ye slowly shared his plans for the future of Lingnan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The copper incense burner on the desk emitted curling smoke, and Liu Chen’s originally pale face flushed with a rosy color, his fingers lightly tapping the desk: \"Indeed, Zhao De! If such a layout can be achieved, my Great Han is bound to shine for centuries!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, he suddenly paused, gazing at the fallen sycamore leaves outside the window, his smile fading into a sigh, \"But this grand vision, I fear I shall not see in my lifetime.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty, please take care!\" Gu Ye suddenly rose, \"The dragon body is precious, the future is long, why say such words?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Chen waved his hand, the gold-thread embroidered dragon sleeve slipping away, revealing a dark mark on his wrist, \"Zhao De need not comfort me. We Liu descendants have never feared death since our ancestors.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze pierced through the curtains, focusing on Gu Ye, \"To see you return at life’s end, I am without regret.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With Zhao De here... the Great Han is secured.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speaking, Liu Chen directly took out the already prepared imperial edict.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The content was very simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was to appoint Gu Ye as Grand Tutor and Minister Recorder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the contents of this edict, even Gu Yi had a moment of daze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Gu Xi,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The position of Grand Tutor seemed to have transcended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though nominally still not above Chancellor, yet surpassing Chancellor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just like the current Yan Han.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Liu Bei ascended to the throne, no one has held the position of Grand Tutor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether in the court or outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The position of \"Grand Tutor\" has completely acquired a different status.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Ye’s body suddenly trembled, looking complexly at Liu Chen: \"Your Majesty, why go this far?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Crown Prince is overly benevolent, lacking decisiveness.\" Liu Chen leaned on the dragon-patterned pillow, voice weakening, \"I’ve paved the way for him, but ultimately can’t rest at ease... Only with you overseeing the court can I pass peacefully.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone was very calm, and incredibly candid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Ye’s lips moved slightly but ultimately failed to articulate anything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hall immediately fell into silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The emperor and advisor sat facing each other without any pretense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Chen had long felt fatigued, but still strained to watch Gu Ye quietly, only speaking again after a long silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He began introducing the current ministers of the court to Gu Ye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His explanations were very detailed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Describing their origins, their characters, and talents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Ye listened intently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Yi as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although Gu Ye was very unfamiliar with these people, he did hear some familiar names.\u003C\u002Fp>",985,"2026-06-03T09:29:35.354Z","2026-06-03T09:29:44.542Z",1,"novelbin.me","d3c4a47ae7d97297c1e10f7a9030d79bff54b54a8aa5578f3aa3f04be57f66d6","i-can-control-my-ancestors-chapter-349","i-can-control-my-ancestors-chapter-347",517,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-can-control-my-ancestors-cover.jpg"]