MC - Chapter 592: Uncle and Nephew (4)

Dead silence.

Han Pu's delayed arrival brought the news that those who wanted Chen Chao dead most wished to hear.

Marquis Huainan, Song Ting, one of the two marquises conferred by imperial decree in past years and a meritorious subject, had died at the hands of Chen Chao.

At this point, it seemed that no one would be able to save this young military official.

Killing a court official without authorization was already a capital crime, and now that the victim was someone as prominent as Marquis Huainan, Song Ting, it only compounded the offense. Even if the Great Liang Emperor wished to show mercy beyond the law, it was likely that the court officials would not let it go.

“Chen Chao, do you have anything left to say?!”

The court officials, snapping back to reality, now focused on Chen Chao with renewed vigor. Before, you had relied on your cunning words and evasive tactics, thinking you could escape unscathed, but now that the truth had been revealed, what could you possibly say?

“Your Majesty, this man previously gravely injured General Pei and has since made arrogant statements. Now that the truth has surfaced, I ask Your Majesty to immediately execute him in accordance with the law, to uphold the justice of Great Liang's law and to inform the people of the empire!”

An official spoke, the very same who had earlier argued with Chen Chao. Now, his words fully demonstrated his scholar identity.

"Your Majesty, this man disregarded Your Majesty's favor, and behaved arrogantly and lawlessly, treating the laws of Great Liang with contempt. If he is not executed, it will not appease the people's anger, nor will it serve as an apology to the world!"

"Your Majesty, Marquis Huainan rendered great service to the court. For such a loyal subject to be killed by him, severe punishment is only fitting!"

"Your Majesty..."

"We implore Your Majesty to make a wise judgment!"

Many officials stepped forward from their seats, kneeling before the Great Liang Emperor. Each one wore a look of righteous indignation.

In truth, a

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Martial Cultivator Chapter 592: Uncle and Nephew (4)

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