Protect Our Clan Leader
Chapter 1091 - 74 First Sever Both Arms! The Grand Assembly Approaches (Please Subscribe, Request Monthly Ticket)_3

Phrase by phrase, Gong Yang Ce's face grew hot, and he couldn't help but retort, "Zhao Zhikun has already fled due to fear of his crimes. After we capture him this time, his punishment will be even harsher. In his desperation to save his life, he will certainly bite back in frenzy. Now, during the critical period of the struggles between the Emperor's sons, how can we tolerate such an incident? Besides, considering Zhao Zhikun's crimes, His Majesty had already given him a chance for amnesty. Yet he refused to reflect and chose to flee instead. Even if he is executed, he would not be wronged,"

"Hmph, even if Zhao Zhikun is guilty, it's not your place, a Great Heavenly Proud of the Sacred Land, to execute him privately," An Commandery Prince said sternly, "I had heard that although Young Master Ce came from a minor Prominent Family, he harbored great ambitions to revitalize Da Qian and the Sacred Lands. I used to admire you for that. However, having seen you today, you are just a confused fool who can't distinguish right from wrong. If Kang Commandery Prince truly had no involvement in the smuggling case, why would he be so afraid of Zhao Zhikun implicating him?"

Gong Yang Ce's face alternated between red and white, and although he wanted to refute, he lacked the evidence.

"Your Highness," Wang Shouzhe finally stopped chatting with Yao Chengchao and joined the conversation, "I have looked into Gong Yang Ce's past and personality, and based on the way he handles matters, I believe he truly wants to work with Kang Commandery Prince to revitalize Da Qian and mankind. It's just that he was deceived by the facade that Kang Commandery Prince displayed, believing him to be a kindred spirit. That's why he unreservedly threw himself into helping Kang Commandery Prince ascend to the throne, and then work together towards their ideals."

Gong Yang Ce's gaze wavered uncertainly, as he stared at Wang Shouzhe and asked, "How can you be so sure that Cheng Si and I are not akin? I have known him for a long time, do I not understand him better than you do? Besides, at present, it's merely a stopgap. He promised me that once he ascends the throne, he will certainly strive for our ideals, but..."

"But in the process of ascending to the throne, one must always involve some underhanded tactics, some actions that aren't exactly honorable. Such things can't be helped, can they?" Wang Shouzhe casually interrupted him, his expression carrying a hint of helplessness and a touch of regret, "Young Master Ce's character is indeed not beyond my expectations. However, you are an idealist, too naive and self-absorbed, to the extent that even when you noticed something was amiss, you still refused to believe it and continued to deceive yourself."

Gong Yang Ce had been thoroughly investigated by Wang Mei before.

Probably also because Gong Yang Ce was too idealistic, Kang Commandery Prince understood his nature, and consequently, he kept him in the dark about many things. For instance, Gong Yang Ce had no clue about the smuggling before it came to light this time.

Born in the Sacred Lands, influenced by its teachings, Gong Yang Ce has always abhorred collusion with foreign enemies. With his temperament, had he been aware of it beforehand, it's doubtful he would have helped cover it up.

Even now, Kang Commandery Prince likely continues to deceive Gong Yang Ce, saying it was Zhao Zhikun acting alone, without his instigation.

But did Gong Yang Ce really never suspect anything? It's hardly likely.

"You..." Stung by Wang Shouzhe's expression, Gong Yang Ce was so furious he nearly spat blood, "A gentleman can be killed, but not insulted! Wang Shouzhe, indeed, I made a wrong move this time and lost to you, but that does not entitle you to insult me at will!"

"Whether what I said is true, you know it in your heart," Wang Shouzhe didn't argue with him, but shook his head and sighed serenely, "You have followed Kang Commandery Prince and indeed done some things, and you have your issues, yet none of them are unforgivable sins, and your life does not warrant death. Moreover, I am not in a position to judge your crimes. Better wait until the dust settles and then go back to the Sacred Land to seek pardon from Master Jiang."

"Wang Shouzhe, don't think you've got me figured out," Gong Yang Ce became calm in the heat of his rage, and let out a cold snort, "Today indeed I was careless and fell into your trap, but to think you, alone, could keep me here is an overestimation."

As his words fell, he took a half-step, his robes fluttering without any wind.

In that moment,

a fierce Sword Intent suddenly surged from him, piercing the sky.

In that instant, his entire being seemed to transform into an indestructible sharp sword, his aura filled with cutting edge, invincible.

After all, he was not an ordinary Cultivator of the Purple Abode Realm, but a Great Heavenly Proud of the Purple Abode, possessing his own pride and confidence, unwilling to easily surrender even if alone and trapped within enemy ranks.

Moreover, he was originally strong, and having returned to the Sacred Land to receive a special inheritance from Master Langya, his Cultivation base might not have increased significantly, but his understanding of the Sword Dao had advanced, naturally boosting his confidence as well.

The terrifying aura of Gold flooded the air; for a moment, the atmosphere in the cabin became oppressively tense, the air vibrating subtly, faint echoes of Sword Chime ringing, as if myriad invisible swords hung suspended in the air, poised to strike.

All the sharp edges pointed towards Wang Shouzhe, seemingly ready to crush him completely.

Next to him, Zhao Zhikun and his wife's expressions turned grave. They understood that negotiations had failed, and it was time to fight.

"Ah~"

Wang Shouzhe sighed softly, waving his hand casually.

A plain-looking puppet, very similar to a human, appeared in front of him.

Wang Shouzu!

Contrary to the battle-oriented war puppet Wang Shouzong, he was a protecting-type puppet.

The rewards set by the Divine Martial Dynasty Rookie Training Camp targeted exceptionally talented youths, and naturally, the awarded puppets were primarily for their protection.