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Chapter 898: What Fear in Death

Chapter 898: Chapter 898: What Fear in Death

"You don’t understand!"

Ji Mingkong shook her head and said, "Just look at their expressions and you’ll know. They came here fully aware that they might die, yet they came undeterred. This person isn’t stupider than you, on the contrary, he is very smart. He knows that today he might not gain anything, might not be able to kill Si Kong Zun, and might not be able to persuade the people of the Phoenix God Empire to believe that Si Kong Zun and the Imperial Advisor are the two great Demon Lords of the True Demon Empire.

But as long as a portion of people are willing to believe, then he has succeeded!"

"This matter could be approached in other ways."

Feng Yanran said, puzzled.

"I told you, you don’t understand. He must have tried all methods already, and evidently, none were effective. That’s why he’s taking this desperate gamble, this last resort."

Ji Mingkong, after all, was the Holy Son of the Sacred Dynasty; her understanding of governance was far superior to Feng Yanran’s.

Many so-called smart people think some actions are impossible and thus unwilling to try, which keeps them safe but is of no benefit to the nation.

Yet it’s those "foolish" people who, even with the slightest chance, are willing to give it a try, who won’t give up that glimmer of hope even if it means they truly die, that have brought about the strength and prosperity of the Phoenix God Empire today.

Ling Xiao didn’t understand politics, but he greatly admired this Ji Ning.

Not to mention anything else, just the enormous courage it took to unmask Si Kong Zui and the Imperial Advisor in front of so many people was commendable.

Because the slightest misstep could result in immediate death.

He believed that Ji Ning must have gone through a very intense inner struggle before coming here, and from the moment he led his soldiers to storm the Imperial City, he hadn’t planned on returning alive.

Perhaps he had even made arrangements for his affairs after death.

Even in death, he intended to expose the True Demon Empire’s conspiracy fully.

Perhaps most people wouldn’t believe his words, but as long as a small group did, the seeds of change would be sown, and one day they might grow into a blazing inferno.

"Brothers! What have we come here to do today?"

Ji Ning roared loudly.

"To kill the Sea Race, to execute the traitors!"

A uniform and thunderous voice rose from the plaza, resonating like rolling thunder.

"Once we start, there is no turning back, no chance of survival. Are you still willing to go mad with me?"

Ji Ning asked again.

"For our nation, for our people, we die without regrets!"

"Die without regrets!"

This chant echoed in Ling Xiao’s ears for a long time.

What a declaration, "For our nation, for our people, we die without regrets!"

These are real soldiers!

Although he wasn’t a military man nor did he harbor such grand ambitions, at this moment, he was utterly moved by these people.

Such a general!

Such soldiers!

If they were to die so unceremoniously, wouldn’t that be a tragic waste?

Was there a way to save them?

The face beneath the Ghost Mask showed slight anxiety.

A vicious smile appeared on Si Kong Zun’s face.

How could they not know about Ji Ning’s arrival in the Imperial City?

They didn’t intercept them along the way because they wanted them to reach the Imperial City smoothly, so that their execution could be justified!

Suddenly, many soldiers surged onto the plaza, all wielding strong bows and crossbows, completely encircling Ji Ning and his company, making the formation impenetrable.

"Ji Ning, you have committed heinous treason, collaborating with the enemy. Today, by the command of the Emperor, we will capture you!"

Si Kong Zun sneered continuously.

"What do I have to fear in death! But before I, Ji Ning, face my end, I will ensure some accompany me in my fall!"

Surrounded on all sides, Ji Ning seemed even more composed.

Since he had no hope of survival from the outset,

there was nothing left to fear.

"General Ji Ning, don’t do this. Once you make a move, you’ll give them the excuse they need to act ruthlessly!"

Feng Yanran panicked.

Others might ignore Ji Ning, but she could not.

Because Ji Ning had once saved the lives of many from the Fire Phoenix Clan, even though she could no longer clearly remember that period, the older generation of the clan still had fresh memories.

As she spoke, she rushed out and stood between Si Kong Zun and Ji Ning.

Just then, from amidst the group of soldiers behind Ji Ning, one man’s eyes glinted with a sinister light as he aimed his bow and arrow at Feng Yanran.

No one knew that he had been an undercover agent planted by the Imperial Advisor by Ji Ning’s side.

Before coming here today, he had received secret orders: if Ji Ning did not make a move, then he would, sparking a conflict to ensure Ji Ning’s death at this place.

Once Ji Ning was dead, the Phoenix God Empire would lose a great pillar, and everything afterwards would be much easier to handle.

Shoo!

The feather arrow tore through the air at a tremendous speed.

So fast that Ji Ning hardly had time to react.

Let alone Feng Yanran.

If this arrow hit its mark, not only would Feng Yanran suffer grave injuries or even die on the spot, but Ji Ning would also become a mortal enemy of the Empire!

The schemes of certain individuals would be entirely successful.

Feng Yanran was stunned!

Ji Ning was dazed!

Si Kong Zun laughed!

However, at that very moment, the arrow encountered a powerful force.

Ling Xiao suddenly appeared in front of Feng Yanran and snapped the sturdy arrow shaft with his bare hands.

The reason for his timely reaction was that he had long sensed something off about that fellow and was prepared.

After all, his immense soul power was no joke.

The incident did not end there.

Ling Xiao’s figure flickered, and within one breath, he was beside the man, pulling him out from the ranks.

Feng Yanran let out a long sigh of relief.

Ji Ning was immensely thankful.

Yet Si Kong Zun was grinding his teeth in anger.

Just as his plan was about to succeed, it had been thwarted by this meddling figure—who was this person, exactly?

All three of them were actually quite confused.

However, the cunning old Si Kong Zun shouted loudly, "Ji Ning, you dare to attack and shoot Miss Yan Ran! It seems your ambition is indeed not small, release the arrows! Shoot these people down!"

At this time, on the square, no one sympathized with Ji Ning.

Not even one person believed Ji Ning’s words anymore.

If Ji Ning were to die at this moment, it would indeed be a death filled with frustration.

He was not so easily shot to death, but if Si Kong Zun joined in too, it would be truly impossible for him to leave here alive today.

"Stop!"

The one who spoke was Ling Xiao.

If it were only a shout, those men would not have listened to him, but this time he infused his shout with the mighty Mountain River Will.

The overwhelming pressure of this will caused the soldiers of not very high cultivation level to lower their bows and crossbows.

"What are you doing, Ghost Face?"

Si Kong Zun was in a panic, as this person’s appearance had disrupted his plans for the second time now.

He had thought this was Feng Yanran’s guard, but it now seemed like this person was determined to save Ji Ning’s life.

Ling Xiao paid him no heed and directly asked the ground-stalked attacker coldly, "Who allowed you to release the arrow?"

"I don’t know, I am a spy for the Sea Race placed under Ji Ning, I was ordered to provoke Ji Ning into action at this moment, then find an excuse to strike at Ji Ning."

Ling Xiao only asked one question, and the other side spilled all the details.

This was clearly thanks to his strong control over the soul.