Chapter 1459 - 1392: No Good End!

The thunderous noise rolled like a clap of thunder, its echoes rumbling through the sky above the imperial city, lingering for an extended time.

However.

Under the watchful eyes of all, that thunderous noise gradually faded away, and nothing appeared in the sky over the First District.

Everything returned to tranquility.

"What happened?"

Elder Qin was full of suspicion.

Beside him, Qin Feiyang and Lu Xingchen also wore expressions of doubt on their faces.

How could such a thunderous noise arise out of nowhere?

"It's really strange."

A moment later.

Lu Xingchen mumbled and looked at Qin Feiyang, smiling, "Let's gather again once the Divine Sign opens."

With that, he prepared to enter the Spatial Divine Artifact.

Boom!

But at that moment, another deafening blast erupted.

Again from the sky above the central plaza of the First District.

"What's the situation?"

Lu Xingchen raised an eyebrow and looked up once more.

Rumble...

But this time.

The thunderous noise didn't disappear—it kept roaring across the sky of the First District, like a cataclysmic disaster, deafening everyone!

At that moment.

In the central plaza, countless people gathered.

Everyone raised their heads, looking at the void above, their eyes full of doubt.

"Look quickly!"

"The void is twisting!"

Suddenly.

Someone pointed at a particular spot in the sky and shouted.

Immediately.

People followed the pointed void and their expressions changed drastically.

Indeed, the void was twisting.

Moreover.

It was rapidly spreading all around.

Until finally, the entire sky above the plaza was trembling violently.

The scene, coupled with the relentless thundering, felt as if some monstrous fiend was about to emerge!

Swish!

The sky above Fragrant Moon Tower.

Two figures suddenly appeared, none other than the State Preceptor and Emperor Hong.

"What is happening here?"

The State Preceptor raised an eyebrow.

"Things like this have never happened before; I have no idea either."

Emperor Hong shook his head.

"Greetings to Emperor Hong, greetings to the State Preceptor."

A figure tore through the sky and landed before Emperor Hong and the State Preceptor, bowing respectfully.

It was Yan Wei!

The State Preceptor withdrew his gaze, looked at Yan Wei, and asked, "What is the situation with the Zhuge family?"

"All gone, only ruins remain!"

Yan Wei sighed.

"This is outrageous!"

The State Preceptor clenched his fists, grinding his teeth, his expression vicious as if he wanted to devour someone.

"The ancestors of the Zhuge family were personally conferred as Marquis by the late emperor, a lineage passed down through generations. Qin Feiyang's massacre of the Zhuge family now is akin to offending the divine power of the late emperor."

"Lord Emperor Hong, please, you must punish Qin Feiyang severely and bring justice to the Zhuge family!"

Yan Wei's gaze flickered as he knelt before Emperor Hong, lamenting.

The State Preceptor glanced at Yan Wei, turning to Emperor Hong, and bowed, "My lord, please forgive this subordinate for his offense and insolence, but what he says is also reasonable; if Qin Feiyang is not dealt with, it may be difficult to appease the masses."

Emperor Hong remained silent.

"Furthermore, before the late emperor left, he left a decree that the number of Marquises in Great Qin should neither increase nor decrease."

"Therefore, I earnestly request that Lord Emperor Hong allow Zhuge Mingyang to inherit the title of Martial Marquis Zhuge."

Yan Wei added.

"Let Mingyang inherit the title of Marquis?"

The State Preceptor was slightly taken aback.

"Though Zhuge Mingyang is young, he is the only remaining child of Martial Marquis Zhuge."

"Moreover, Zhuge Mingyang's talent is well recognized; for him to inherit the title of 'Martial Marquis Zhuge', I believe is most fitting."

Yan Wei explained.

Hearing this, the State Preceptor secretly gave Yan Wei a thumbs-up.

And he grew increasingly fond of Yan Wei.

Emperor Hong pondered for a while, then nodded, "Indeed, the Marquis position of the Zhuge family cannot remain vacant for too long; I will seriously consider your suggestion."

Yan Wei was overjoyed and knelt in the void, "In that case, I thank Lord Emperor Hong on behalf of the deceased Zhuge family."

"Rise!"

Emperor Hong commanded.

"Yes."

Yan Wei rose and stood respectfully behind the State Preceptor.

Emperor Hong glanced at Yan Wei and turned to the State Preceptor with a smile, "I didn't expect you to have someone so sensible by your side."

"Not at all."

The State Preceptor hastily waved his hand, "Lord Emperor Hong, please don't blame him for speaking out."

"He indeed has spoken out a bit."

Emperor Hong remarked.

Yan Wei's face immediately showed a trace of nervousness.

Originally wanting to perform well in front of the State Preceptor to gain more trust, he didn't expect to anger Emperor Hong.

"But..."

"Although he spoke up, his words and thoughts are reasonable."

"Our Great Qin indeed needs talents like him who dare to speak and act."

"Cultivate him well, and he will surely become your right-hand man in the future."

Emperor Hong said to the State Preceptor with a smile.

The State Preceptor was dumbfounded, never expecting Emperor Hong to say such words.

Coming to his senses, he quickly looked at Yan Wei and said, "Hurry and thank Lord Emperor Hong!"

Yan Wei trembled slightly, quickly bowing, "Thank you, my lord."

"Hm."

Emperor Hong nodded and looked up at the sky above.

The State Preceptor glanced at Emperor Hong and transmitted a message to Yan Wei: "Your performance this time was excellent. When the matters at hand are settled, I will reward you with a Divine Art."

"Divine Art!"

Yan Wei's body shivered, thinking to himself: "Sir, did I mishear?"

"No."

The State Preceptor said.

Yan Wei was overjoyed, quickly bowing in gratitude: "Thank you for your kindness in nurturing me, my lord. I will dedicate myself entirely to you, even at the cost of my life."

This is truly a pie falling from the sky, so unexpected!

It also means the State Preceptor has fully trusted him, ready to groom him as a confidant.

As Yan Wei secretly rejoiced, three figures suddenly appeared in the sky not far away.

The appearance of these three individuals immediately caused an uproar!

Because the three were none other than Qin Feiyang, Lu Xingchen, and Elder Qin!

"They slaughtered the entire Zhuge family, and yet they dare to openly come to Central Square?"

"Do they think Emperor Hong and the State Preceptor do not exist?"

People discussed fervently, their eyes filled with fear, yet within that fear was a trace of hatred.

The Zhuge family was massacred completely; to commit such a heinous act, Qin Feiyang truly has no humanity.

At the same time!

Sensing the appearance of Qin Feiyang and the others, Emperor Hong, the State Preceptor, and Yan Wei immediately shifted their gaze to them.

Emperor Hong's expression was still indifferent.

But the State Preceptor and Yan Wei, their faces were full of anger!

The State Preceptor disregarded his status and shouted: "Beasts are not welcome here, get lost immediately!"

Qin Feiyang gave him a cold glance, took out Blue Snow, and tossed it to Elder Qin.

Elder Qin caught Blue Snow, turned to look at the State Preceptor without saying a word, his eyes full of contempt.

Even though he didn't speak, that disdainful attitude explained everything.

I have Blue Snow in hand, what can you do to me? If you dare, come and drive us away; let's see if I won't obliterate you.

As for Lu Xingchen.

He displayed his disdain so completely.

From start to finish, he hadn't looked at Emperor Hong and the others once; upon appearing, he just stared up at the sky.

The State Preceptor was fuming, his anger reaching its peak.

But the presence of Blue Snow in Elder Qin's hand was like a towering mountain, making it difficult for him to breathe.

"I really did not expect that someone as esteemed as Elder Qin would collude with Qin Feiyang to usurp the throne."

"This proves the old saying, 'A man cannot be judged by his appearance.'"

"Often, those who seem honest on the outside are especially treacherous within."

Someone in the crowd sneered with irony.

Elder Qin initially didn't care much.

But upon hearing these words, his anger flared, and he shouted: "What do you know? What right do you have to judge me?"

"A traitor to the nation should be exterminated by everyone. Can't we even talk about it?"

"If you dare to act, then don't be afraid of us talking."

"Our Emperor trusted you so much, only to discover you're a White-Eyed Wolf, disgusting!"

"Look at the State Preceptor, upright and selfless, loyal to Great Qin..."

"They're both pillars of Great Qin, why is there such a difference between you?"

People clamored recklessly.

With the State Preceptor and Emperor Hong there, they were not afraid.

"Outrageous, outrageous!"

Elder Qin was so enraged he nearly spat blood.

A person sincerely dedicated to the good of Great Qin was cursed by people.

While someone truly plotting to usurp the throne was praised by the world, what kind of justice is this!

The State Preceptor watched it all, his expression full of pride.

"Old fool, do you see this? This is a tactic."

"Though I lost much, I have gained the people's hearts."

"And you?"

"Now like a rat crossing the street, everyone shouts to beat you, feeling extremely aggrieved, don't you?"

The State Preceptor transmitted a message to Elder Qin, his words full of mockery.

Upon hearing this, Elder Qin stared deeply at the State Preceptor, his body trembling uncontrollably.

Bam!

Finally.

In his intense rage, he coughed up a mouthful of old blood!

"Hm?"

Qin Feiyang and Lu Xingchen were startled, quickly looking at Elder Qin with concern, asking, "Are you alright?"

"I'm fine."

Elder Qin waved it off.

Qin Feiyang looked at the State Preceptor, furrowed his brows, then turned his gaze away and whispered to Elder Qin: "Why take such matters to heart, as long as you have a clear conscience."

"Indeed!"

"You're only bringing pain upon yourself by tangling with a group of ignorant people!"

Lu Xingchen shook his head helplessly.

Seeing the calm expressions of Qin Feiyang and Lu Xingchen, Elder Qin suddenly felt ashamed.

After all, he was an old relic who lived for thousands of years, yet his mindset couldn't match these young ones, truly ashamed.

"It seems my mindset still needs improving!"

Elder Qin laughed bitterly, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, took a deep breath, finally calming his inner rage.

Qin Feiyang patted Elder Qin's shoulder, looked up at the State Preceptor and Emperor Hong, and said coolly: "What people do, the heavens see. Your despicable deeds will eventually be exposed to the world. At that time, I want to see how you will face the billions of Great Qin's people?"

Saying this.

Qin Feiyang turned his gaze solely to Emperor Hong and sneered: "Especially you, Emperor Hong."

Insinuating that as the son of ancestors, Emperor Hong will find it even harder to escape.

Emperor Hong calmly replied: "Young people are always impulsive, but I will tell you one thing, ginger is always spicy when old."

"Then I will tell you one thing too."

"An elderly person should find peace and relaxation, rather than wander around aimlessly to end up without a decent end."

Qin Feiyang laughed.

"Arrogant!"

"This bastard is so arrogant!"

"How can he curse his great-grandfather like this!"

"Utterly conscienceless, without humanity!"

People were indignant.

Emperor Hong, hearing Qin Feiyang's words, saw his expression gradually become grim.