Qiu Jianhan said, "From what I see, this is most likely true. There's indeed something wrong with the flame, but Supreme Wind can basically confirm it. It's just that it's hard to say if he's willing to show himself. "
Old Grand Commandant Fang Qingtian coughed and said, "Your Majesty, please don't let your guard down. Although my Ingenious Providence can tell that Yang Botao is suspicious, it's not as obvious as it used to be. It's not hard to deduce that Yang Botao might have other tricks up his sleeves. His true ability is most probably not as simple as what we've seen. Besides, he's still one of Yutang's four marshals …"
His Majesty frowned and said, "That's right. I was too naive just now. Putting aside the possibility that Yang Botao might have hidden his true strength, this matter has been pushed to the forefront now. It's impossible to take down Yang Botao, an important military general, one of Yutang's four marshals, with mere groundless evidence. It's not something that I can do alone."
"However, if Supreme Wind really reappears, as long as Supreme Wind is determined to capture Yang Botao, he'll definitely appear to verify this matter. As long as Supreme Wind appears and proves his identity, Yang Botao won't need to be interrogated at all. He'll be convicted directly and the soldiers under his command won't defend him. "
"However, if Supreme Wind doesn't appear, this matter …"
His Majesty pondered.
Old Marshal Qiu Jianhan said, "It's inevitable that Supreme Wind will appear. However, what we need to worry about now is actually the same as Supreme Wind's concern … Once Supreme Wind appears, what can we do to ensure his safety?"
"Difficult!"
Old Grand Commandant Fang Qingtian coughed and covered his mouth with his hand. Leng Daoyin passed him a handkerchief swiftly. Fang Qingtian spat out a mouthful of phlegm, his breath finally smoothing out. He said, "Difficult. As long as Supreme Wind doesn't appear, he can do whatever he wants in this world. However, if his whereabouts are exposed, he'll definitely become the target of all his enemies! Back then, the Nine Supremes were still about to perish under the heavy ambush. Now that there's only Supreme Wind by himself, even with Supreme Flame's help, the situation is still not optimistic! "
"After all, the enemies they have to face include enemy countries and the martial world. There are even many spies in this dynasty …"
Old Grand Commandant panted and said, "It's impossible to guard against … If Supreme Wind appears, he can kill Yang Botao but the price is too high. The loss outweighs the gain …"
Old Grand Commandant coughed violently and said, "This old official knows Your Majesty's intention. He wants to meet Supreme Wind and ease his mind. However, using such a method to force Supreme Wind out, the disadvantages outweigh the advantages. It's not worth it!"
"In my opinion, why don't we just cut the chase and kill, Yang Botao 'Botao's family?" The old Grand Commandant coughed a few times and said, "In this way, Supreme Wind doesn't have to show himself. His Majesty's arbitrary actions are undesirable, but it's not that he can't or shouldn't do so."
If we can be sure, Yang Botao's death will be fine … but if we can't be sure … Be it me or the military, we can't get rid of the stigma of killing a good man. The price will be equally huge! "
"Grand Commandant, using the Exquisite Jade-Heart to prove that Yang Botao is unusual, we can believe it but it can't be used as proof. If we really do so, the outside world will only say that an unknown assassin in black turned into a gust of wind and made us kill a country's marshal with a single sentence …"
His Majesty smiled bitterly. "There are many follow-up issues. If we don't handle it well, it might lead to another Zuo Wenlong incident. Furthermore, the military of the other countries will probably make a big deal out of this, breaking down Yutang's military morale bit by bit …"
Old Grand Commandant frowned, speechless. His Majesty's considerations were reasonable. Acting rashly without any proof would not be able to hide the world's gossip. The Empire of Yutang was the world's public enemy. Once there was an opportunity to attack, the other countries would not let it go easily.
"Supreme Wind's reappearance this time is targeted at Yang Botao. I believe he has the intention to bring Yang Botao to justice. As long as he doesn't reveal his real face and identity, there won't be too much trouble. "
Leng Daoyin said, "The only thing that needs to be resolved is probably the aftermath of Supreme Wind's reappearance. Breaking away from the tracking of those with ulterior motives is the key now. "
"I can basically confirm that if there's something fishy going on with Yang Botao, the reason why the people behind him did not provide more support to help him get out of his predicament is probably because they're waiting for Supreme Wind to show up and use this opportunity to understand Supreme Wind's real identity."
Leng Daoyin said, "Since they're waiting, they must have the means to track him down. They might even have the confidence to stop Supreme Wind from turning into a gust of wind."
"Just like what Old Leng said, this is the most troublesome problem. The mysterious arcane skills that these people of Shanhai Yi possess are really not something that we can speculate about now."
Qiu Jianhan sighed deeply.
"How's the current reaction in the military camp?"
His Majesty asked.
"The military camp is boiling. It's almost out of control." Leng Daoyin chuckled humorlessly. "Actually, it's not just the military camp. The entire Tiantang City is boiling!"
His Majesty pondered and said, "This matter needs to be settled as soon as possible. Let's hold a public trial for Yang Botao in Tiantang Square, in front of the Monument of Brave Souls!"
The rest of the people's eyes shone brightly. "Brilliant plan!"
"Qiu Jianhan." His Majesty said, "You'll be in charge of arranging this. If Supreme Wind appears, it must be done without any mistakes!"
"Yes! If there's any mistake in this public trial, this old official will bring my head to see you! "
Qiu Jianhan strode out.
Leng Daoyin reminded him from behind, "Don't forget the twenty to thirty experts who suddenly appeared in Yang Botao's residence when the assassins tried to assassinate him."
Qiu Jianhan was nowhere to be seen. He only threw back a question, "Do you think I'm like you?"
Leng Daoyin rolled his eyes, choking on his words.
…
The entire Tiantang City had suddenly turned into an ocean of hatred on this day.
"Avenge the Nine Supremes Lords!"
Such flags could be seen everywhere!
It was the same in the military camp and among the people.
Everyone's expression was somber and sorrowful.
The place where Yang Botao lived was taken over and sealed off. Every house on the street where the residence was was shut down; only Yang Botao's family was not allowed to close their doors day and night.
Other than the soldiers who came and went, there was no one else to be seen on the street.
Occasionally, there would be people who passed by the end of the street from afar. They would cast a glance at the place with disgust and disdain before turning to leave.
The hundreds of people in the Residence of Yang still had to make a living. Although there were still food reserves in the house, they still had to purchase vegetables and meat. The military would not interfere when the people of the Residence of Yang came out to purchase.
The steward who was in charge of purchasing walked hurriedly with his head lowered. He had always been in charge of purchasing ingredients, so he was already very familiar with the vendors in the market. Right now, all he wanted to do was buy the ingredients as soon as possible and hide in his room.
However, when he arrived at the market, the steward was shocked to realize that everything was different from before.
Everyone was looking at him with resentment, like they were looking at the enemy who had killed their parents.
The steward had only walked a dozen steps into the market, but he was already enveloped by a strange atmosphere.
It was as if he had walked into a wolf's den with his bare hands and no strength to truss a chicken!
Everyone was looking at him with an ominous glint in their eyes!
Those who were originally trying their best to curry favor with him and hoping to help him were all different today. Not only did they not come over to talk to him, they even looked like they wanted to beat him up …
What was even more outrageous was that he could not buy any vegetables with the money he had!
"Not selling!"
"Oh, you're asking about this? This is not for sale! "
"Why are you setting up a stall if you're not selling?"
"Yes, I set up a stall to look like I have something to do. In fact, I'm waiting to watch the show. If the vegetables are sold out, I'll have to go back. What show is there to watch?!"
"What show? Is it worth looking forward to?! "
"Someone is going to die soon, and it's going to be a horrible death. I heard it's a marshal. How can I not watch such a show?"
There was no way to chat anymore.
It was better to go to another stall.
"How much are you selling these vegetables?"
"Not for sale!"
"Why?"
"Because I'm happy!"
Happy?! What a strong reason. The manager had no choice but to go to another stall.
"How much are you selling these vegetables?"
"Not for sale!"
"Why?"
"I'm not happy!"
Not happy? It was the same strong reason. It was fine if he was happy and not selling, but why would he not sell even if he was unhappy?!
The steward wanted to question him, but he forced himself to hold back. If he asked, he might be beaten up. Normally, he wouldn't be afraid, but this time … forget it, he would go to another place.
"Your vegetables …"
"I'm not selling them. If I sell them to you, what will I feed the pigs with when I go home?!"
…
"Your vegetables …"
"This is for people to eat. It's not suitable for you to eat …"
Similar answers were given, each more ferocious than the last, and each more directed than the last.
The steward patiently asked around and finally found someone who couldn't resist the temptation of the shining silver and wanted to make a deal. However, just as he was about to reach out to take the silver, he discovered that everyone in the market was staring at his hand with their eyes wide open.
Countless eyes were focused on him. Some were looking at him with contempt, some were disdainful, some were angry that he did not want to compete, and there were even more who were furious. The man's hand suddenly retracted as if it was scalded by fire.
From the eyes of those people, he could see that as long as he sold a vegetable to the Yang family today, he would not be able to establish a foothold in this place for the rest of his life!
He could not help but laugh dryly and retract his hand, saying, "I forgot, my vegetables today, they are not delicious …"
The manager saw that he had succeeded, but why did this guy change his mind? He immediately became anxious, "How is it not delicious? Isn't it the same as before? "
"I'm mainly afraid that you will mind …" The man laughed dryly, "Today, I peed in the vegetables … Cough, my son also defecated on it … If you don't mind …"
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