In the capital, outside the Meridian Gate.

The sky was gloomy, as if it was also depressed by the tragic scene that was about to happen.

The Meridian Gate is tall and majestic, and its red walls and yellow tiles appear even more solemn in the dim light.

In the square, a crowd of people gathered, whispering and talking.

Fifty-nine monks were escorted to the center of the Meridian Gate. Their clothes were torn and bloodstained, and it was obvious that they had experienced a fierce battle before being arrested.

There are also some people with dazed eyes and dull expressions, obviously suffering from severe mental trauma.

In addition to these, the dantian area in the abdomen of all the cultivators was completely black.

Their Dantian had been destroyed, and their cultivation and magic power dissipated like flowing water.

In addition, there were strange runes carved in blood between everyone's eyebrows, making them look like evil spirits.

This is a soul-calming talisman that has the effect of shocking the soul and limiting the magic power in the body.

Even though they were cultivators, they had no ability to resist after their souls were restricted and their magic power was controlled.

This is why they are desperate!
These cultivators, once the best in their respective families, or independent cultivators revered as "immortal masters", have now become prisoners.

Their eyes were filled with reluctance and fear.

Some monks had their eyes wide open, staring at the direction of the imperial palace, their hearts filled with resentment.

Some of them were struggling constantly and shouting something.

They thought that their assassination attempt would be successful, that they would kill Emperor Zhengyong, occupy the capital of Dayu, and even the spiritually-rich Tianshou Mountain, plunder countless spiritual objects, and then enrich themselves.

However, they failed and death awaited them.

An elderly monk was filled with remorse, as he remembered that he was once respected in the mountains. For the sake of the so-called spiritual objects, he led several fellow Taoists to participate in the assassination.

Now, looking at the young faces around him, he knows that his decision has harmed them.

His eyes revealed helplessness and guilt, and he secretly hated himself for being so impulsive.

The other young cultivator was full of stubbornness. He was unwilling to accept the fact and thought that Emperor Zhengyong was just a mortal who relied on power to embark on the path of cultivation, and that cultivators like them were the ones who could truly change the world.

The spiritual objects in the world belong to those with virtue. Therefore, the sacred place of Tianshou Mountain and the countless spiritual objects should belong to them, the cultivators!

But unfortunately...

He gritted his teeth and swore secretly in his heart that if there was an afterlife, he would continue to resist.

Some monks already knew what would happen next, and immediately started cursing loudly, regardless of their own identities.

"Emperor Zhengyong! Even if I become a ghost, I will not let you go!"

"The treasures of heaven and earth belong to the virtuous. Emperor Zhengyong, you shall not die a good death!"

"We are cultivators! The Zhengyong Emperor who deserves death..."

“Wuwuwu…Emperor! I am willing to surrender! I am willing to offer my soul and beg Your Majesty to spare my life, wuwuwu…”

“I can’t die! I can’t die! I have a top-grade spiritual root and was born with a special appearance. I have the opportunity to advance to the foundation-building stage or even the golden elixir stage… Spare my life! Spare my life, wuwuwu…”

"I have stored a large amount of spiritual sand and treasures in Jiulian Mountain. I am willing to exchange this secret for my life! Emperor Zhengyong begs you to see me..."

For a moment, the entire Meridian Gate was filled with the monks' curses and screams, as well as a large number of pleas for mercy.

Unfortunately, it's too late.

Under the forcible escort of the imperial guards, this group of monks was finally escorted to the high platform in the center of the Meridian Gate.

Along the way, these imperial guards were not very polite to these monks.

He often curses and humiliates people with words.

In the battle of Tianshou Mountain a few days ago, more than 7,000 of the 20,000 imperial guards stationed on Tianshou Mountain were killed!
Among them are many relatives and friends of these imperial guards.

So, don't expect these imperial guards to treat these monks well.

From now on, we can know the terrifying fighting power of the monks.

If it weren't for the artillery support and the actions of many priests of the Dayu Immortal Dynasty, the casualty figure would have doubled!
The people around looked at these monks and talked about them one after another.

"These monks are so bold that they dare to assassinate your majesty."

"No wonder there was so much noise outside the city a few days ago, and there were many crazy people breaking into the palace. I didn't expect that they were actually a group of monks!"

"Humph, no matter what their purpose is, assassinating the emperor is a serious crime and they deserve to be beheaded."

"But the monks all have magical powers, how could they be caught?"

"So what if you have supernatural powers? Your Majesty is also a cultivator!"

"Hiss... These monks deserve to die. They actually dared to assassinate His Majesty!"

"Kill them! Kill them!"

"Chop off the head! Chop off the head now!"

"My grandson has tuberculosis. I heard from a miracle doctor that the human heart can be used as medicine to cure tuberculosis! These people are monks, so their hearts must be more effective than those of ordinary people. I'll need them later..."

"Masters! They are all masters! Your Majesty is willing to behead all of them! It's really..."

Countless people were discussing fiercely, and as time went on, more and more people gathered here, and the discussions became louder and louder.

There was a lot of excitement, enthusiasm, and even greed in almost everyone's eyes.

They were in such high spirits that they almost overturned the imperial guards who were there to maintain order.

As a result, another group of imperial guards were urgently dispatched to maintain order in the area.

And in this environment, more than twenty figures were standing at 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 below, especially the fifty-nine monks kneeling on the high platform, their eyes full of fear and dread.

This group of people were specially pardoned by Zheng Yi, who offered their souls and ignited their soul fires, and luckily became the twenty-eight monks worshipped by the Dayu Immortal Dynasty!
Although they also participated in the looting of Tianshou Mountain, they were pardoned by Zheng Yi because they did not kill anyone.

The leader was the only cultivator in the Foundation Establishment Stage among them, Old Demon Feng!

But the death penalty can be forgiven, but the living crime cannot be escaped.

For the rest of their lives, this group of people will be regarded as slaves of the Dayu Immortal Dynasty and will have to work hard for the Dynasty all their lives.

Otherwise, with just one thought from Emperor Zhengyong, they would be doomed!

"Emperor Zhengyong... Your Majesty, do you really want to kill so many fellow Taoists?"

"Fifty-nine people, fifty-nine people! Plus the more than one hundred fellow Taoists who died on Tianshou Mountain a few days ago..."

"At least one-fifth of my fellow cultivators from Dayu died in this battle!"

"Even the people of the Du family in Beimang Mountain and 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 all under the control of His Majesty. If you want to die, go ahead and die by yourself. Don't drag us down!"

"My soul has been controlled, so I can only be your Majesty's subordinates for the rest of my life... What is this? A lackey of the imperial court? Hehehe..."

"Shut up! Didn't His Majesty promise us that as long as we complete the mission and do our job well, he would give us spirit stones..."

"Haha, you believe this too?"

"Senior Feng, I wonder what our future holds?"

More than twenty monks were silent, talking in low voices, their tone was panic and nervous.

There were also cultivators who knew Old Demon Feng and asked him in a low voice.

Old Demon Feng frowned and didn't want to pay any attention to this group of people.

But when he thought of their similar identities and status, he could only shake his head helplessly and said, "Don't you understand why His Majesty specifically asked us to watch this trial here today?"

A monk hesitated and asked, "Isn't it just to make an example of others?"

"It's good for you to know."

Feng Lao Mo said indifferently: "Our souls are in His Majesty's hands. As long as he has a thought, we will be beheaded!"

"But... we are still alive after all!"

"And they...are about to die!"

Old Demon Feng pointed his finger downwards and said in a cold voice, "Do you want to end up like the fellows below the tower, with your heads and bodies torn apart?"

"Of course I don't want to."

"If you don't want to, shut up!"

The old demon Feng cursed: "At least, we are still alive."

"As long as we are alive, there is hope, hehe..." On the other side, there were also three people standing on the city wall, looking at the situation downstairs in silence.

Xiong Gang.

Mystery boy.

And...Master Li Huan.

A few days ago, in the battle of Tianshou Mountain, three people fought against a group of cultivators to protect Lingxiao Palace.

Thanks to the assistance of other monks and the desperate fighting of the imperial guards, he survived.

But even so, all three suffered injuries to varying degrees.

Especially Xiong Gang, who still had a strong smell of blood and herbs on his body.

"This group of monks... can you kill them just because your majesty wants to?"

Xiong Gang spoke first, his voice a little hoarse.

Xuanjizi's face turned pale at this time. Although she was a little impatient, she also understood how huge an impact Zheng Yi's behavior would have on the entire Dayu cultivation world.

It can be said without hesitation that if this matter were to be spread, it would cause a shock to the entire Dayu cultivation world!

They have no idea what kind of impact it will have at that time.

Master Li Huan also took a deep breath and said hesitantly: "My two Taoist friends, Your Majesty... has he always been so decisive in killing people?"

The two glanced at her, and Xuanjizi spoke up, "Your Majesty has been in power for more than ten years, and has ruled the world with thunderous means, and the killings he has caused are indeed too much."

"At least hundreds of thousands of people..."

"hiss……"

"This this……"

"But rest assured, Master, His Majesty treats us very generously."

Xuanjizi continued, "As long as you are loyal to His Majesty, His Majesty will not treat you unfairly."

Upon hearing this, Master Li Huan nodded slightly.

Then he thought of his three disciples. Thanks to him, he was able to control them and prevent them from moving around a few days ago.

otherwise……

Among the monks kneeling on the high platform today, waiting to be executed, there are three of them!
After a few breaths of contemplation, Master Li Huan said, "My two Taoist friends, everyone in the He Huan Sect is willing to offer their souls and kindle the soul fire."

"In the future, I hope the two Taoist friends will give more support."

"Easy to say, easy to say~"

"Master Li Huan, since you are willing to turn from darkness to light, I'm sure His Majesty will be very happy~"

As time passed, several figures walked onto the platform.

The leader was none other than Xu Mujun!
"It's General Xu!"

"Why is General Xu here?"

"General Xu is the executioner!"

"No wonder……"

The people around were talking about it. The purple-robed eunuch Chen Liancang, who was following behind Xu Mujun, smiled faintly and said, "General Xu is so loved and respected by the people. It is really a blessing for our Great Yu!"

Xu Mujun frowned and said, "Mr. Chen, you are too polite. They respect His Majesty and Dayu!"

"Hehehe, I know~"

Chen Liancang nodded nonchalantly, then glanced at the sky and said calmly, "It's almost time, let's get started."

"it is good."

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 carried by heaven, and the edict says:"

"The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims: I am the heir of Heaven's order, ruling over the four seas. I am the Mandate of Heaven, ruling over all the people. I now have lunatics such as You Linzi who have evil intentions and are guilty of treason. Their actions are disloyal and unjust, they go against human ethics, and they attempt to overthrow the country. These traitors are extremely evil, their intentions are punishable, and their crimes are unforgivable. They are immediately taken to the execution ground and beheaded to uphold the law and serve as a warning to others."

"Appreciate this."

As soon as Chen Liancang finished speaking, there was a burst of loud cheers from the people around him.

"Hahaha! Good!"

"Kill the Immortal!"

"Cut off the immortal's head! Your Majesty is truly amazing!"

"If a prince breaks the law, he will be punished just like any commoner. I think today it is the immortals who broke the law and are punished just like any mortal. Hahaha!"

"Kill! Kill!"

"Your Majesty is a famous emperor throughout history. You actually want to assassinate His Majesty. You really deserve to die!!!"

Amidst the cheers, many monks kneeling on the platform looked pale as death, while some even started cursing.

"Emperor Zhengyong, you will not die well!"

"Even if I turn into a ghost, I will never let you go!"

"Your Majesty, please spare my life. 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 had a blank expression on his face. He waved his hand and dozens of executioners with naked upper bodies, red ribbons tied on their heads and holding big knives came out one after another.

His face was serious and his eyes were stern as he glanced at the monks and people below.

Then he announced loudly: "Those who rebel against the emperor will be beheaded!"

The executioners, holding large swords, stood behind the monks one by one.

The sunlight shone through the gaps in the clouds, shining on the shiny blade, flashing a terrifying light.

The monks knew that their lives were about to come to an end.

Some of them closed their eyes, silently waiting for death to come;
Some of them continued to glare at the palace and curse loudly.

Xu Mujun also looked up at the sky at this time, and the midday sun was shining on the earth.

He casually pulled out the token and said in a deep voice: "It's noon, kill!"

The moment Xu Mujun threw down the token, the square fell silent.

Then, the sword fell, blood splattered. The lives of the fifty-nine monks ended at this moment, and their resentment and anger also dissipated with their deaths.

"Oh! Cut it off! Cut it off!"

"Ah...! Cover your eyes!"

"Hahahaha...it turns out that monks are just like mortals like me. They will die if their heads are chopped off. Hahahaha!"

“Hurry, hurry up and grab the flesh and blood…!”

Amid cheers, countless people came from all directions and rushed towards the execution platform.

They looked excited and crazy.

Some of them were holding steamed buns in their hands, some were holding bottles and cans, etc., and they rushed directly towards the blood flowing on the ground, hoping to get some of it.

For a moment, the whole scene was in chaos.

Fortunately, a large number of imperial guards rushed out from the surrounding areas to maintain order here.

On the high platform, Chen Liancang snorted coldly and looked at the headless corpses on the ground, his eyes full of disdain and indifference.

Then he waved his hand, and a team of Shadow Guards quickly came out.

"You are to keep an eye on these corpses and transport them to the underground palace. No one is allowed to move them. Do you understand?"

“Yes~!”

Then he turned to Xu Mujun and said, "General Xu, I'm leaving now."

"Mr. Chen, I have a question."

"General Xu, please speak."

"Where are you going to transport these bodies?"

"Hehehe... This matter is top secret, it's better for General Xu not to know~" (End of this chapter)