Beijing, outside the Meridian Gate.
The sky was gloomy, as if it was also suppressed by the tragic scene that was about to happen.
The Meridian Gate is tall and majestic, and its red walls and yellow tiles make it even more solemn in the dim light.
In the square, a crowd of black crows gathered around, and the people were whispering to each other and discussing.
Fifty-nine monks were escorted to the center of the Meridian Gate. Their clothes were somewhat torn and stained with blood. It was obvious that they had experienced a fierce battle before being arrested.
There are even some people whose eyes are blurred and expressions are dull, and they have obviously suffered severe mental trauma.
In addition to these, all the monks' abdominal dantian areas were completely black.
Their Dantian has been abolished, and all their cultivation power has dissipated like running water.
In addition, everyone's eyebrows were also carved with strange runes in blood, looking like evil ghosts.
This is a soul-suppressing talisman, which has the function of frightening the soul and limiting the mana in the body.
Even if they are monks, after their souls are banned and their magic power is controlled, they are unable to resist at all.
This is why they are desperate!
These monks were once the best in each family, or the casual cultivators who were respected as 'immortal masters', but now they have become prisoners.
Their eyes were full of unwillingness and fear.
Some monks stared in the direction of the palace with angry eyes, filled with resentment in their hearts.
Some are struggling constantly and shouting something.
They originally thought that their assassination operation would be successful, killing Emperor Zhengyong, occupying the capital of Yu, and even Tianshou Mountain, which is full of spiritual energy, plundering countless spiritual objects, and then enriching themselves.
However, they failed, and death awaited them.
An elderly monk was filled with regret. He remembered that he was once respected by people in the mountains, and he led several fellow Taoists to participate in this assassination operation for the sake of the so-called spiritual object.
Now, looking at the young faces around him, he knew that his decision had harmed them.
His eyes showed helplessness and guilt, and he secretly hated himself for being so impulsive.
Another young monk had a stubborn face. He was dissatisfied and believed that Emperor Zhengyong was just a mortal who relied on his power to embark on the path of cultivation, while monks like them were the ones who truly had the ability to change the world.
The spiritual beings in the world are inhabited by the virtuous. The spiritual land of Shoushan Mountain and countless spiritual beings should belong to their monks!
But it's a pity...
He gritted his teeth and secretly swore in his heart that if there was an afterlife, he would continue to resist.
Some monks already knew what was going to happen next, and immediately began to curse loudly regardless of their status.
"Emperor Zhengyong! Even if I act like a ghost, I won't let you go!"
"The treasures of heaven and earth are inhabited by the virtuous. Emperor Zhengyong, you will not have a good death!"
"We are monks! Emperor Zhengyong deserves death..."
"Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu..."
"I can't die! I can't die! I have a high-grade spiritual root and am born with different aspects. I have the opportunity to advance to foundation building and even golden elixir... Spare my life! Spare my life, oh oh oh..."
"I have a large amount of spiritual sand and treasures in Jiulian Mountain, and I am willing to use this secret in exchange for my life! Emperor Zhengyong begs you to meet me..."
For a time, the monks' curses and screams, as well as a large number of begging for mercy, continued to be heard outside the Meridian Gate.
Unfortunately, it's too late.
Under the forcible escort of the Forbidden Army soldiers, the group of monks were finally escorted to the high platform in the center of the Meridian Gate.
Along the way, this group of Forbidden Army soldiers were not very polite to this group of monks.
He often curses and insults with words.
In the battle of Tianshou Mountain a few days ago, more than 7,000 of the 20,000 Forbidden Army soldiers stationed on Tianshou Mountain were killed!
Among them were many relatives and friends of these Forbidden Soldiers.
Therefore, don't expect this group of Forbidden Soldiers to treat this group of monks well.
From then on, we can know the terrifying combat power of the monks.
If it weren't for the artillery support and the actions of many worshipers from the Great Yu Immortal Dynasty, this number of casualties would have doubled!
The people around looked at these monks and started talking one after another.
"These monks are so bold that they dare to assassinate His Majesty."
"No wonder there was so much noise outside the city a few days ago, and there were many madmen who forced their way into the palace. I didn't expect it to be a group of monks!"
"Hmph, no matter what their purpose is, assassinating the emperor is a serious crime and deserves to be beheaded."
"But the monks have magical powers, how could they be caught?"
"So what about supernatural powers? Your Majesty is also a monk!"
"Hiss... These monks deserve death, and they dare to assassinate His Majesty!"
"Kill them! Kill them!"
"Behead! Behead quickly!"
"My grandson has tuberculosis. I heard from the miracle doctor that the tuberculosis can be cured by using the human heart as medicine! These people are monks, so they must be more effective than ordinary people when using the heart as medicine. I'll give it to you later..."
"Immortal masters! They are all immortal masters! Your Majesty is actually willing to behead all these immortal masters! It's really..."
Countless people were discussing fiercely, and as time went by, more and more people gathered here, and the discussions became louder and louder.
There was a lot of excitement, eagerness, and even greed in the eyes of almost everyone.
The excitement was so high that even the Imperial Guards soldiers who were maintaining order almost overthrew them.
In desperation, another group of Forbidden Army soldiers were urgently transferred over to maintain order here.
And in this environment, there were more than twenty figures standing in a corner of the city wall above the Meridian Gate.
They stood on the city wall, trembling all over as they looked at the situation under the city wall, especially the fifty-nine monks kneeling on the high platform, their eyes full of fear and fear.
This group of people were specially pardoned by Zheng Yi, dedicated their souls, lit the soul fire, and were lucky enough to become the twenty-eight monks enshrined by the Great Yu Immortal Dynasty!
Although they also participated in the robbery of Tianshou Mountain, they were pardoned by Zheng Yi because they did not kill anyone.
The leader is the only monk in the foundation building stage, Old Demon Feng!
But the death penalty can be forgiven, but the living crime cannot be escaped.
This group of people will be regarded as slaves of the Great Yu Immortal Dynasty for the rest of their lives, and they will have to work for the Great Yu Immortal Dynasty all their lives.
Otherwise, with just one thought from Emperor Zhengyong, they will be doomed!
"Emperor Zhengyong... Your Majesty, do you really want to kill so many fellow Taoists?"
"Fifty-nine people, fifty-nine people! Plus more than a hundred comrades who died on Tianshou Mountain a few days ago..."
"In this battle, at least one-fifth of our comrades in the Da Yu Cultivation World were lost!"
"Even people from the Du family in Beimang Mountain and people from the Zhou family in Louguan Mountain will be beheaded. This..."
"Crazy! Emperor Zhengyong is crazy!"
"Shut up! Do you want to die? Our souls are under His Majesty's control. If you want to die, go and die yourself. Don't drag us down!"
"When our souls are controlled, we can only be His Majesty's subordinates for the rest of our lives... What is this? A court eagle dog? Hahaha..."
"Silence! Didn't His Majesty promise us that as long as we complete our mission and do our job well, he will give us spiritual stones..."
"Hehehe, do you believe this too?"
"Senior Feng, I wonder what the future holds for us?"
More than 20 monks were silent and talking in low voices with fearful and nervous tones.
There were also monks who knew Feng Laomo and asked him in a low voice.
Feng Laomo frowned, not wanting to pay attention to this group of people.
But when I think of their same identity and status, I can only helplessly shake my head and say: "You still don't understand why Your Majesty specifically asked me to wait here to watch this trial today?"
A monk hesitated and said: "Isn't it just to scare the monkeys?"
"It's good to know later."
Feng Lao Mo said indifferently: "Our souls are all in His Majesty's hands. As long as he has a thought, we will all be dismembered!"
"But... we are still alive after all!"
"And they... are going to die soon!"
Feng Laomo stretched out his hand and pointed downwards, and said in a cold voice: "Could it be that you also want to end up like your comrades below the tower, with your body and head missing?"
"Of course I don't want to."
"Shut up if you don't want to!"
Feng Laomo cursed angrily: "At least, we are still alive."
"Since you are alive, there is hope, hehehe..." On the other side, there were three people standing on the city wall, looking at the situation downstairs, silent.
Xiong Gang.
Mystery.
And...Zhenren Li Huan.
A few days ago, during the battle at Tianshou Mountain, three men fought against a group of cultivators to protect the Lingxiao Palace.
Thanks to the assistance of the other monks and the desperate fighting of the Forbidden Soldiers, he survived.
But even so, all three people suffered varying degrees of injuries.
Especially Xiong Gang, who still smelled of blood and herbs.
"These monks...will be killed as soon as His Majesty says so?"
Xiong Gang spoke first, his tone also a little hoarse.
Xuan Jizi's complexion was also a little pale at this time. Although she was a little impatient, she also understood how Zheng Yi's behavior would have a huge impact on the entire Dayu cultivation world.
It can be said without hesitation that if this matter spreads, it will cause shock in the entire Dayu cultivation world!
They had no idea what impact it would have at that time.
Master Li Huan also took a breath of cold air and said hesitantly: "Two fellow Taoists, Your Majesty...have you always been so decisive in killing?"
The two of them glanced at her, and Xuanjizi spoke again: "Your Majesty has been in power for more than ten years and has ruled the world with thunderous means. He has indeed caused too many killings."
"At least hundreds of thousands of people..."
"Hiss..."
"This, this..."
"But don't worry, your majesty, your majesty treats us very well."
Xuanjizi continued: "As long as you are loyal to His Majesty wholeheartedly, Your Majesty will not treat you badly."
Upon hearing this, Master Li Huan nodded slightly.
Then he thought of his three disciples. Thanks to him for controlling them a few days ago, he prevented them from moving around at will.
Otherwise...
Among the monks kneeling on that high platform today, waiting to be executed, there were three of them!
After pondering for a few breaths, Master Li Huan said: "Two fellow Taoists, all of us in the Hehuan Sect are willing to dedicate our souls and ignite the soul fire."
"In the future, I hope you two fellow Taoists will give you more support."
"Easy to say, easy to say~"
"Master Li Huan, since you are willing to abandon the darkness and turn to the light, I believe your majesty will be very happy~"
As time passed, several figures walked onto the high platform.
The leader is none other than Xu Mujun!
"It's General Xu!"
"Why is General Xu here?"
"General Xu is the supervisor!"
"No wonder..."
People around were talking a lot, and the purple-robed eunuch Chen Liancang who was following Xu Mujun smiled lightly and said: "General Xu is so loved and respected by the people, it is really my great blessing!"
Xu Mujun frowned and said: "Old Chen is serious, they respect His Majesty and Dayu!"
"Hehehe, I know it~"
Chen Liancang nodded lightly, then glanced at the sky and said quietly: "It's almost time, let's get started."
"Okay."
After finishing speaking, Chen Liancang moved to the edge of the execution platform, unfolded an imperial edict with both hands, and said in a deep voice:
"The emperor is destined to be transported by heaven, and the edict says:"
"In accordance with the destiny of heaven, the emperor issued an edict: I inherit the order of heaven and govern the four seas. In accordance with the destiny of heaven, I govern all the people. Now I have some crazy people such as You Linzi who have evil intentions and commit the crime of rebellion. Their actions are unfaithful and unjust. They rebel against human relations and attempt to overthrow the country. Such traitors are extremely evil and their crimes are unforgivable. They are immediately taken to the execution ground and executed to uphold the law of the country and serve as a warning to others."
"I admire this."
As soon as Chen Liancang finished speaking, there was a burst of violent cheers from the people around him.
"Hahaha! Okay!"
"Kill the Immortal!"
"Behead the immortal! Your Majesty is so powerful!"
"The prince breaks the law and is guilty like the common people. I think today it is the immortal who broke the law and is guilty like the mortals. Hahaha!"
"Kill quickly! Kill quickly!"
"His Majesty is a famous monarch through the ages. You actually want to assassinate Your Majesty. You really deserve death!!!"
Amidst the cheers, many monks kneeling on the high platform had ashen faces, and some were cursing loudly.
"Emperor Zhengyong, you must die a happy death!"
"Even if I turn into a ghost, I will never let you go!"
"Your Majesty, please spare your life, oh oh oh, oh, oh, oh, I am willing to sacrifice my soul..."
"Save me! Master, please save me..."
"Woooooooo..."
Facing the screams and cries of so many monks, Chen Liancang showed no expression, and with a wave of his hand, dozens of executioners, naked to the waist, with red ribbons tied on their heads, and holding broadswords, walked out one after another.
With a serious face and cold eyes, he glanced at the monks and people below.
Then he announced loudly: "Those who commit rebellion will be killed!"
The executioners, armed with broadswords, stood behind the monks in turn.
The sun shines through the gaps in the clouds, shining on the shining blade with a frightening light.
The monks knew that their lives were coming to an end.
Some of them closed their eyes and waited silently for death to come;
Some were still glaring at the palace and cursing loudly.
Xu Mujun also looked up at the sky at this time, and the sun was shining on the earth at noon.
He casually took out the token and said in a deep voice: "Noon has arrived, kill!"
The moment Xu Mujun threw down the sign, there was silence in the square.
Then, the big knife fell and blood splattered. The lives of fifty-nine monks ended at this moment, and their unwillingness and anger also dissipated with their deaths.
"Oh! Cut it off! Cut it off!"
"Ah...! Cover your eyes!"
"Hahaha... It turns out that monks are just like us mortals, and they will die even if their heads are cut off, hahaha!"
"Hurry, grab the flesh and blood...!"
Amidst the cheers, countless people came from all directions and rushed towards the execution platform.
They were excited and crazy.
Some were holding steamed buns, and some were holding bottles and jars, etc., and they rushed directly towards the blood flowing on the ground, hoping to get some blood.
For a moment, the whole scene was very chaotic.
Fortunately, a large number of Forbidden Army soldiers rushed out from the surroundings to maintain order here.
On the high platform, Chen Liancang snorted coldly, looking at the headless corpses on the ground, his eyes full of disdain and indifference.
Then he waved and a group of Shadow Guards quickly walked out.
"You will keep an eye on these corpses and transport them to the underground palace. No one is allowed to disturb them. Do you understand?"
"No~!"
Then he turned to Xu Mujun and said, "General Xu, I'm leaving this old slave."
"Mr. Chen, I have a question at the end."
"General Xu, please speak."
"Where are you going to transport these corpses?"
"Hehehe...this matter is top secret, it's better that General Xu doesn't know about it~" (End of Chapter)