Bloodstained Imperial City, the Imperial Decree Arrives

Everyone wore different expressions.

This was probably the shortest-serving Grand Chancellor in history. He had barely held the post for a month before getting cut down, and right at the gates of his own residence.

"Liang Long is dead. The New Emperor probably won't let this rest."

"Liang Long plotted against the Demon Suppression Division. Who's to say the New Emperor wasn't behind it? As for who won't let whom off, that remains to be seen."

After all, Liang Long had been the Grand Chancellor promoted by the New Emperor. Killing him was a slap across his face, a slap across the face of imperial power. If there was no response or punishment, this New Emperor would lose all dignity.

Chu Jiang was one to avenge every slight. He would certainly turn the imperial city upside down.

As the major factions discussed among themselves.

A cold voice rang out once more.

"Liang Long violated the Great Chu Statutes. For the crimes of rebellion, usurping authority and disrupting governance, spreading rumors, and trampling the law, he is sentenced to execution by beheading!"

"The entire Liang family shall be exterminated!"

"By this Marquis's order, search the entire city. Arrest Su Yao, Liang Gou, and the other remnants. Anyone who obstructs you shall be killed without mercy!"

Clang!

Chu Jiang's Great Ancestor's Golden Saber slid back into its sheath.

"We obey the Regent's order!"

Large numbers of Demon Suppressing Guards swiftly dispersed. Demon Suppressing Guards could be seen weaving through every major street, ward, and alley, interrogating people everywhere.

Dressed in identical Kirin Robes, every one of them radiated Killing Intent, terrifying people at the mere mention of their names.

"Who provoked that baleful star this time?"

"Stay far away. Don't get dragged into it."

From streets and alleys to towers and lofty