LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 1440: Unsuccessful Rebellion
Just when everyone was wondering why Luo Fengtian could still laugh at this time, he looked up and spoke towards the sky above the hall.
"I thought these people would be sensible, but I didn't expect that I would still have to trouble you to take action."
As soon as he finished speaking, a figure appeared in the hall like a ghost. He was wearing a black robe, and his face was obscured by the shadow of his hat brim, so his true appearance could not be seen, but the invisible pressure made everyone present feel a palpitation.
The moment Zhou Yiqiao, who was in the side hall, saw the mysterious man appear, he was stunned where he was.
"senior!?"
He never expected that the mysterious senior who had helped him more than once would meet him again at this time.
Judging from the conversation between the senior and Luo Fengtian, the two seem to have a close relationship!
While Zhou Yiqiao was shocked, the farce in the main hall was still going on.
The mysterious man raised his hand and snapped his fingers. The light shield that trapped Luo Fengtian shattered instantly and turned into starlight that dissipated in the air.
This move resolved Luo Fengtian's predicament. He stood there with his hands folded across his chest, watching the chaotic situation in the hall coldly.
"It seems that I have overestimated your loyalty."
There was a hint of disappointment in Luo Fengtian's voice. He walked out of the light shield, his eyes as sharp as torches, scanning everyone present.
Wei Wenyuan's heart sank when he saw this. He knew that there was no turning back for today's events. Only by fighting to the death could he have a slight chance of survival.
"Your Majesty is acting on his own, which is a disaster for the Great Xuantian. For the safety of the Tianchen Realm, please abdicate and let others take over!"
Wei Wenyuan gritted his teeth, he knew he had no way out. If he couldn't make Luo Fengtian abdicate today, his fate would be unimaginable.
Luo Fengtian sneered, he looked at the mysterious man and nodded slightly, as if indicating something.
The mysterious man understood what he meant, and his figure suddenly disappeared from the spot. The next moment, he appeared in front of Wei Wenyuan at a speed so fast that it was impossible to catch him.
"Prime Minister Wei, it's no secret that you keep male prostitutes in your mansion and use them to refine the Heaven-Snatching Pill."
There was a hint of teasing in the mysterious man's voice, and then he waved his hand gently in Wei Wenyuan's horrified gaze.
The next moment, under the gaze of everyone, Wei Wenyuan was knocked flying by an invisible force, hit hard against the pillar of the hall, spurted out blood from his mouth, and fainted.
There was a dead silence in the hall, and all the ministers were so shocked by this scene that they were speechless.
Many of them had intricate ties with Wei Wenyuan and even the eight great families. The scene before them at this moment frightened the hot-headed ministers and made them sober up a little.
A strong sense of regret rose in their hearts, secretly hating themselves for following Wei Wenyuan on impulse and ending up in such a passive situation.
"Does anyone else want to refute my suggestion?"
Luo Fengtian snorted coldly and looked around. The ministers present lowered their heads, not daring to look him in the face.
"Since no one objects, let's follow the agreement just now and deal with all those related to the eight great families in a simple and strict manner."
"In a moment, a palace attendant will go to your residences to announce the decree. Please cooperate with us."
"I obey your orders."
All the ministers bowed in unison, looking servile and submissive.
Seeing that everyone obeyed his arrangements, Luo Fengtian's mouth curled up into a satisfied smile.
So what if these ministers betrayed me?
Monks have long lifespans, and even if they slow down the imperial examinations, no one knows how many reserve officials they have reserved over the years.
Even if all these officials in the court were dealt with by Luo Fengtian today, there would still be a lot of new monks who were eager to take over tomorrow.
With the Mahayana cultivator Luo Fengtian around, these new cultivators can't make any waves.
Thinking of this, Luofeng genius Zhou Yiqiao turned his gaze towards Zhou Yiqiao who was in the side hall.
"Child, who do you think is suitable to be the executioner?"
Zhou Yiqiao didn't know why Luo Fengtian asked for his opinion at this time, but he still came out obediently, bowed to Luo Fengtian and the mysterious man, and said respectfully.
"I believe that Tiansheng Prefecture Governor Zhu Changfu is capable of taking on this important task."
Because of his connection with Luo Qingwu, Zhu Changfu, who was shivering in the corner of the hall, suddenly heard Zhou Yiqiao calling his name, and his whole body trembled.
He thought that based on the dirty things he had done over the years and what he had done while working for the Eight Pillars of the State, he would certainly not escape death today.
I didn't expect Zhou Yiqiao would speak up for me at this time!
"Zhu Changfu, are you willing to take on this important task?"
When Zhou Yiqiao mentioned Zhu Changfu, a hint of surprise also flashed across Luo Fengtian's face.
After he obtained the rubbing of Xuantian Baolu from Zhou Yiqiao, he naturally immediately learned about all the officials in the court who had criminal records. Among them, he naturally also saw the good things that this Tiansheng prefect had done after taking office.
But since Zhou Yiqiao promoted Zhu Changfu, he was willing to try to use him.
As for Zhu Changfu’s guilt?
After this incident, there are plenty of ways to punish the crime.
"Your Majesty...Your Majesty obeys your order."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Changfu walked tremblingly to the center of the hall, with his head lowered, not daring to look in the direction of Luo Fengtian.
"Very good, since it was Zhou Yiqiao's suggestion, I am willing to give you a chance. As for those dirty things you have done..."
Luo Fengtian paused, and his eyes pierced Zhu Changfu like sharp swords, making his scalp tingle.
"Once this matter is settled, I will settle everything with you one by one."
Zhu Changfu's body trembled, and he immediately understood the deep meaning of Luo Fengtian's words.
If he fails to complete the task successfully, his life may be in danger, but if he can perform well, he may be able to make up for his mistake and save his life.
As soon as this thought came to his mind, Zhu Changfu's mentality suddenly changed drastically.
He straightened his back, knelt solemnly, and said loudly: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Luo Fengtian nodded, and then looked at the ministers below.
"Do you have any objections?"
The ministers dared not raise any objection. They all shook their heads and praised the emperor for his wisdom.
"Well, since no one objects, I'll trouble you all to stay in this palace for a while in the next few days."
After saying that, Luo Fengtian turned around and left from the side hall with the mysterious man and Zhou Yiqiao without even looking back.
The three of them returned to the Nine Dragon Palace, and Luo Fengtian's tense face finally showed a smile.
On the way back to the Nine Dragon Palace, he had already figured out why Zhou Yiqiao had recommended Zhu Changfu, who had also committed a crime, to serve as the executioner this time.
During this sensitive period, choosing an equally tainted official to carry out the task would not only make other ministers feel Luo Fengtian's tolerance, but would also allow Zhu Changfu to work harder because of his own leverage in order to gain a glimmer of hope.
"Zhou Yiqiao, your trick of fighting poison with poison really impresses me."
After Luo Fengtian sat down, he said to Zhou Yiqiao.
Zhou Yiqiao smiled and did not refute his own idea. He put two fingers together at the center of his eyebrows and took out the imprint of his spiritual consciousness on Zhu Changfu.
"Your Majesty, I think that the reason Zhu Changfu has been able to sit in the position of Tiansheng Prefecture Governor for so many years is certainly because of the support of the Eight Pillars, but the more important reason is that he can understand everyone's likes and dislikes and skillfully manipulate them to achieve his own goals."
"If he can use this ability to serve Your Majesty, he will surely become a sharp weapon in Your Majesty's hands."
Zhou Yiqiao said this and handed the spiritual imprint in his hand to Luo Fengtian.
"This spiritual mark that I left on Zhu Changfu can not only monitor his actions, but also serve as a tool to control him."
"If he has any disloyal intentions, Your Majesty can punish him directly through this brand."
Luo Fengtian took the spiritual imprint, glanced at the mysterious man who had been silent beside him, and smiled with great satisfaction.
"You are thoughtful, I appreciate it."
"You will stay in the Immortal Emperor Palace during this period of time. Do not go out. I will send the secret guards around me to protect you."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Zhou Yiqiao was delighted and immediately bowed and left the Nine Dragon Hall.
With the departure of the only junior, only two powerful men were left in the Nine Dragon Palace once again.
The mysterious man smiled and waved his hand, and half of his body disappeared into thin air, apparently intending to leave as well.
"Wait a minute."
The mysterious man's body reappeared and he looked at Luo Fengtian with some confusion.
"I have one last thing I need your help with."
Luo Fengtian stood up, walked to the mysterious man, and spoke very solemnly.
"Say something quickly."
The mysterious man did not regard Luo Fengtian as the Immortal Emperor of Daxuantian at all, and his tone was full of impatience.
Luo Fengtian didn't care and said in a deep voice.
"I need you to help me clean up Wei Wenyuan's family in advance."
Hearing Luo Fengtian's request, the mysterious man raised his eyebrows in surprise.
"If I remember correctly, during the winter hunt this year, you and this old man performed a duet together. Anyone who saw it felt like we were on the same front."
"Why are you so determined today? It's fine if this old man is used as a breakthrough point, but you also want to use the lives of his entire family to warn others?"
Luo Fengtian snorted coldly and said indifferently.
"This old man was willing to play a double act with me at the beginning, just because he wanted the Wei family to become the ninth largest family in Daxuantian."
"However, he never expected that before I agreed to cooperate with him, I had already uprooted the eight major families and restored order to the Great Xuantian."
"I see."
The mysterious man nodded, as if he suddenly understood something.
"Leave this matter to me, and you will hear the result tonight."
After he finished speaking, he disappeared from the spot in an instant.
Looking at the empty hall, Luo Fengtian smiled slightly and talked to himself.
"After today, the eight great families will be destroyed, the Wei family will also disappear from the world, and the Luo royal family will be the only one in power. I can also study the way of flying without any worries."