Chapter 102: Beheading the Demon at the Meridian Gate

In the previous chapter, it was mentioned that Xu Yaozu and several generals, upon hearing that Murong Yan intended to spare Xiao Ling’s life, hurriedly rushed outside the tent. From a distance, they saw the executioner raising a large ghost-headed blade high, ready to strike down a prisoner with disheveled hair, clad only in a simple garment.

Panic immediately set in, and they shouted in unison, "Spare him!"

The executioner halted abruptly and turned to look at Xu Yaozu.

“Old General, what’s going on? This Xiao Ling is the Marshal’s target, and I’m just following orders!” he protested.

Xu Yaozu puffed on his beard, eyes flashing fiercely. “Yan said to spare General Xiao’s life. The order will arrive shortly!”

“Oh! Yes! Understood!” the executioner said, quickly clasping his fists in respect.

Since February 10th, under the supervision of the vanguard army and the People’s Party, the Japanese forces had been gradually withdrawing.

“Such shameless barbarians,” the salesman sneered once more before clicking her high heels and walking away.

“I won’t repeat myself!” Seeing his hesitation, Nan Yuling’s face darkened with anger.

These matters were not their concern; the common folk only cared about when there would be a resolution so they could live in peace.

“I have yielded. I promise never to appear before you again. Please release me,” the Poison King pleaded repeatedly.

Gao Ling watched nearby with schadenfreude, surprised that Ling Chen dared defy the law. According to the statutes, the city guards had the authority to execute on the spot.

After a moment, the eighth-level royal spirit beast ceased struggling and collapsed lifelessly to the ground.

In a distant corner of the square, Elder Feng’s gaze fixed on Ling Chen, a flash of deep resentment crossing his eyes.

Thinking this way, Mei Chaofeng immediately felt the imposing image of Huang Yaoshi crumble within her heart, finally realizing that her master was not as extraordinary as she had believed.

This was undoubtedly an abnormal situation. Ever vigilant, Nie Feng quickly realized that the spies were unlikely to survive to report back. Moreover, his infiltration into Wushuang City must have already been discovered by Dugu Yifang.

Kaiyang, driving the car, was in no better mood. The light music inside did nothing to dispel his irritation. Thinking of Jiayu’s attempt to escape him, a wave of sorrow slowly permeated every fiber of his being.

Mu Qingyan wore a gentle smile as she spoke, with a faint hint of pride beneath the warmth.

Noticing Yingchun’s faltering gaze, the emperor felt satisfied, knowing at least she was alright, but he snorted coldly, showing his displeasure.

“Village Chief, are you alright?” The villagers anxiously asked, unsure what he meant by having resolved the matter.

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Since Long Qing was about to act, there was no way he would let things go smoothly. With a swift movement, the seven or eight meters between him and Qian Fatty vanished in the blink of an eye. Before Qian Fatty’s hand could touch the spear, Long Qing had already grabbed his arm.

As their bodies aligned on the same plane, Kaiyang effortlessly seized Jiayu’s arm.

Wu Qian glanced at the bundle, confirming his suspicion. He tossed down two tiger pelts, clutched the bundle with his left hand, and hoisted the pelts with his right, then strode away.

Yun Xiu heard the call but didn’t think it was directed at her—after all, she was now a boy.

Though the war chariot’s disguise was effective enough, Liu Chen did not want to bring Chen Yu and Liu Xiner inside just yet. He needed them to watch over two mutated beasts and a mutated plant, so he decided to leave the chariot with them.

The unexpectedly good effects of yesterday’s low-grade marrow-cleansing elixir, combined with her current path as a cultivator, made her stand out and attract much attention.

“You really taught her a harsh lesson! She’s been completely… ruined!” Xiao Qing, who had lived in the palace for a long time, had heard the uproar about Shen Qingzhu’s downfall.

With his current evolution level and expertise in speed, even if someone tried to evade a full-powered strike, none could do so as effortlessly as Liu Chen.