Chapter 2: Waste Management System
Soon, in the mind of Emperor Chongzhen, a chat group appeared, resembling the QQ group on PC in later generations. On the left side is the chat display area, and on the right side is the member display area. At the top of the chat group, there is a blank area that spans both display areas, with a button labeled "Add Member" on the far left. It seems that there should reasonably be other buttons in this row, but currently, none are visible.
Cao Huachun hurriedly stepped forward, personally taking the memorial from Wang Cheng'en's hands, and then turned to present it before the Emperor. His eyes were fixed on Emperor Chongzhen, and he felt an unusual sense of worry in his heart
Upon hearing this, Hu Guang was momentarily stunned, followed by a surge of ecstasy. Is this real? Is it truly happening? I wanted a system, and now a system has really come to me? This... this is simply too blissful. Not only have I crossed over to become an emperor, but I also have a system. Haha, heaven has not treated me poorly...
He was just thinking when he heard a voice in his mind: "System startup complete, welcome to use the chat group system"
Damn it, it's too late to say anything now. Hu Guang furrowed his brows in thought; the officialdom at the end of the Ming Dynasty had already rotted away. In the case of a change of dynasty, others might still have a chance to survive, but for himself, as Emperor Chongzhen, there was only one path: death. The only way out was to change all of this! But how to change it? The Manchus, who would destroy the Ming Dynasty, were right at his doorstep, yet he had no means to deal with them!
In such a context, the furious rage following disappointment is a normal reaction for a young emperor who is only nineteen years old
Wang Cheng'en also noticed something was amiss and quickly volunteered, saying, "I will go urge them."
His sudden joy startled Cao Huachun, Wang Cheng'en, and others who had been observing him. If Emperor Chongzhen were to fly into a rage, it would have been within their expectations. However, what they did not anticipate was that Emperor Chongzhen became happy again.
The sky quickly brightened. In the eastern part of the imperial city, at Wenyuan Pavilion, several cabinet ministers had already begun their work. They appeared to be busy, but upon closer observation, one could discern that their minds were elsewhere; some stared at the memorials for a long time without shifting their gaze, while others held their brushes for an extended period without putting them to paper
The imperial physician has arrived, but it is estimated that communication with the system is impossible under these circumstances. Hu Guang sent the imperial physician away early and then went back to catch up on sleep. More importantly, he still had to continue communicating with the troublesome system
In fact, even Wang Cheng'en came over because the other eunuchs of the Grand Council did not want to report this bad news. Coincidentally, Cao Huachun, who had made great contributions in the case against Wei Zhongxian, was in favor with Emperor Chongzhen and happened to be on duty beside the emperor, so he found an excuse to send Wang Cheng'en, who had just become a palace eunuch and was the godson of Cao Huachun, over.
Upon hearing this, Cao Huachun thought to himself that it was bad news; the Emperor must have been greatly angered. He quickly and cautiously replied, "Your Majesty, it is the Guanning Army that has been defeated."
Hu Guang was aware of their movements, but he had no time to pay attention to them, as he was eagerly anticipating the completion of the system startup. He kept speculating in his mind about what this system could be, summoning fierce generals? Enhancing physical strength? ... Exchanging for military weapons ...
Please remain calm, the chat group is initializing the display program, it may be slightly slower the first time...
When Hu Guangzheng wanted to further understand this chat system, he saw an old man with a white beard enter the imperial study, holding a small medicine box. The old man knelt down with great reverence and, in a state of panic, reported: "I, your humble servant, have arrived late; I implore Your Majesty to forgive my transgression"
Chat group ... ... '' Hu Guang was speechless, after thinking for a long time and waiting for a long time, he never expected it to be just a chat group! ... This ... ? ... Is this too ridiculous? He couldn't help but speak up to confirm again: `` Please say it again, what is it? ''
Hu Guang could not care less about Cao Huachun and instead asked in his mind: "System, what kind of chat group is this, and who am I chatting with? Is it immortals, monsters, cultivators, or aliens?"
Madness? Cao Huachun's first thought was exactly that. He hurriedly called out "Your Majesty" a few more times in a low voice, but seeing that Emperor Chongzhen did not respond to him and seemed to be in a daze, he quickly turned his head, froze his expression, and said in a low, slightly angry voice: "Where is the imperial physician? Why haven't they arrived yet?"
The host need not speak aloud, but only engage in dialogue within their mind. By simply invoking the words 'system' at the beginning, they can communicate with this system, thank you! The system simultaneously responded in Hu Guang's mind.
Based on past experience, upon receiving such significant news of the Guanning Army's defeat, the Emperor would undoubtedly respond immediately, whether out of anger or disappointment. However, it has been quite some time now, and there has been no reaction at all, which is truly causing great anxiety
Upon his question, he felt a bit pleased in his heart. Well, if that is the case, imparting some techniques or the like could still allow one to become a superhero in this world. Whoever wishes for the fall of the Ming Dynasty shall be the first to perish!
After a while, a young minister in his thirties suddenly stood up and quickly walked to an elderly man, anxiously saying: "This memorial has been submitted for quite some time, and given the significance of the matter, His Majesty has yet to respond. Should we inquire again with the Palace of Ceremonies?"
If it were the original Emperor Chongzhen, upon hearing this bad news, he would indeed be infuriated and extremely angry. After all, he had initially trusted Yuan Chonghuan, disregarding other border troops, and devoted about half of the nation's financial and material resources to build this Guanning Army, which can be said to be an all-out effort, filled with great hope. However, unexpectedly, at this critical moment when one hundred thousand enemy troops invaded the capital region and besieged the capital, this Guanning Army, which he had high hopes for, actually collapsed!
In his heart, with tears in his eyes, he gazes at the starry sky and prays earnestly: There have been countless opportunities presented before me that I did not cherish, and only when I lost them did I feel deep regret. There is no greater pain in this world than this. If heaven could grant me another chance, I would certainly study history diligently, especially the history of the late Ming Dynasty. If I had to add an adjective to this passion for learning, I would go to any lengths, even if it meant borrowing light through a wall or hanging myself from a beam to study!
After speaking, he quickly stepped back to the screen, immediately turned around and entered behind the screen, leaving in haste
However, the current Emperor Chongzhen is actually Hu Guang from the future. Although he has integrated the memories of Emperor Chongzhen, he happens to know that the Guanning Army will retreat to Shanhaiguan. Therefore, although he is also angry in his heart, he does not fly into a rage; he merely furrows his brow and lets out a sigh, thinking to himself, "Damn it, it truly is hell mode"
Just now, the Emperor has already shown signs of distress; at this moment, hearing this terrible news, one cannot imagine how he will be provoked or agitated.
Since there is even time travel now, why not provide a golden finger? For example, a system or something, like summoning fierce generals, or simply giving a dual portal, so I can go back and bring some weapons to kill all the invading forces outside first
The eunuchs and palace maids in the imperial study were also aware of the gravity of the situation, each one of them holding their breath and trying to minimize their presence, fearing that the Emperor might vent his anger on them.
Just as he was thinking about this, he suddenly heard an electronic female voice echoing in his mind: "System activation, starting up, please wait, host!"