The dozen or so ministers did not understand why the emperor had ordered more than thirty criminals brought in. They all looked up at Dai Feng with puzzled expressions.
Seeing this, Dai Feng did not conceal anything and handed each of them a copy of the forbidden art.
After everyone had finished reading, their faces filled with shock, Dai Feng spoke.
"You have all seen the cultivation method in your hands. I found it, and the reason was simple: although cultivating with this method requires absorbing human blood and flesh, the cultivation speed is extremely fast."
"Originally, I had not wanted to learn or use forbidden arts, nor did I want Evil Soul Masters within our imperial court. But there is no other way. For the continuation of the empire, we must do this."
"If anyone does not wish to cultivate this forbidden art, put down the cultivation method in your hands, promise not to reveal what happened today, then open the doors and leave. I will say nothing. But once you begin, it will be impossible to withdraw halfway through. Think carefully."
Upon hearing Dai Feng's words, the dozen or so people below did not hesitate in the slightest. They had all been personally selected by Dai Feng as his most loyal followers, and they spoke in unison.
"It is our honor to give ourselves for the empire!"
Hearing this, Dai Feng revealed a gratified smile.
Then Dai Feng said,
"Since that is the case, begin cultivating according to the method. The empress and I will cultivate alongside you."
After saying this, the people below began cultivating according to the method. Dai Feng glanced at Zhu Lingxin, and the two of them began cultivating as well.
Time passed from the first day into the morning of the second. Dai