Section 830: Oath of Allegiance
Song Zhong looked on coldly from the side. When he saw the uncertain expressions on everyone's faces, he knew that his persuasion was effective. Therefore, he struck while the iron was hot and said, "Everyone, if you think I'm right, then hurry up and make a decision. Do you want to support my Madam to ascend to the throne, or do you want to seek your own death?"
On one side was a murderous knife, and on the other was a beautiful future. As long as one wasn't an idiot, they would obviously know what to choose.
Thus, a group of people began to shout in support of Shura Xue's ascension to the throne, fearing that Song Zhong wouldn't be able to hear them if they were too quiet.
Seeing that these people were so tactful, Song Zhong couldn't help but reveal a satisfied smile. He then nodded with a smile and said, "As the saying goes, a wise man submits to circumstances. Everyone seems to be a wise man! All of them will have boundless prospects in the future! "
In the face of Song Zhong's sarcasm, which sounded like praise but was actually derogatory, everyone didn't know whether to laugh or cry. Although they were angry in their hearts, no one dared to show it.
Song Zhong was too lazy to talk nonsense with them. He directly said, "Alright, since you all agree to support my Xiao Xue, then swear your allegiance now!"
"Ah?" Everyone was stunned when they heard this. Although they all agreed in their hearts, they were still a little conflicted. After all, Xue 'er was still too young, and pledging loyalty to her was a little awkward!
Therefore, the Seventh Prince smiled bitterly and said, "Isn't this too sudden? Isn't the meeting held on the Blood Lotus Island three days later? "
"It's not sudden. I think now is the best time!" Song Zhong said coldly, "If we swear allegiance now, we'll have to write a letter of allegiance. Only then will we be able to win Xue 'er's absolute trust. Only then can we be relatives in the future!"
Although Song Zhong's words were vague, no one present was a fool. They understood the meaning behind Song Zhong's words. He was clearly afraid that three days later, when the Blood Lotus Island Convention arrived, these people would suddenly change their minds under the pressure of Patriarch Blood River! If that was the case, Song Zhong would lose more than he gained.
Once Song Zhong had decided on something, it was not up to these fellows to change their minds. He was too lazy to speak to these fellows. He directly sent someone to summon Shura Xue over. He also handed out ink, paper, and inkstone for them to write a pledge of allegiance. They even had to personally stamp it with their bloody handprints!
Under Song Zhong's naked threat, these people had no choice. If they didn't write, Song Zhong would really kill them.
In desperation, these people could only follow Song Zhong's instructions and obediently write a pledge of allegiance. In the end, they even stamped it with their bloody handprints.
However, although they all wrote this, in reality, no one took it seriously. Under the leadership of the treacherous Blood River Patriarch, the Asura Clan had long since abandoned trust.
To them, going back on one's words was a common occurrence. Even if they wrote a pledge of allegiance, they would not hesitate in the slightest when it was time to rebel. That was why they were so happy to write it. They even secretly mocked Song Zhong for being an idiot for believing them so easily.
At this time, Shura Xue had also arrived. Seeing so many people writing a pledge of allegiance to her, she was stunned for a moment. Immediately, she knew that this was Song Zhong's idea. She couldn't help but not know whether to laugh or cry. "You are really naive. Do you really think that with this thing, they will be dead set on pledging their loyalty to me?"
"Of course!" Song Zhong grinned as he waved the large number of pledges of allegiance in his hand. "With this thing, you can prove that these people are your subordinates and have pledged their loyalty to you. In the future, if they dare to betray you, you can capture them legitimately. I believe that even the Buddhist Sect would not dare to openly shield a traitor of the Heavenly Court! "
The moment SongZhong said that, everyone came to a realisation and knew what this brat was planning. He was clearly blocking everyone's path of retreat!
This pledge of allegiance was tantamount to proof that this person was a loyal subordinate of Shura Xue. With this proof, no matter who dared to rebel, Song Zhong could justifiably kill them.
Even if the other party found the Buddhist Sect to back them up, it would be useless. Unless the Buddhist Sect wanted to break off their relationship with the Heavenly Court, they would definitely not offend Song Zhong and the Heavenly Court over a small rebellion.
If they did not have this pledge of allegiance, they could still quibble after the betrayal. But with this thing, there was irrefutable evidence. Even if the Buddhist Sect wanted to protect them, they would have no excuse.
After figuring this out, the surrounding people instantly exploded. Everyone was secretly gnashing their teeth. There was no need to mention how much they hated Song Zhong.
Song Zhong could not be bothered with them. He directly took Xue 'er's hand and went to the highest platform. Then, he shouted solemnly, "Everyone who is loyal to Her Majesty, pay attention. Now, pay your respects!"
When the people in the hall heard this, they instantly hesitated. Although they had agreed to pledge their allegiance and had written a pledge of allegiance, it was still a little embarrassing for them to pay respects to their younger sister.
Song Zhong saw that they were not moving and immediately became angry. He immediately released an awe-inspiring murderous aura. When the Nine Forbidden Demoness, who had been invited by Song Zhong to maintain order, saw this, she immediately released her murderous aura along with Song Zhong.
Song Zhong's murderous aura was very powerful. Most of the people present could not withstand it and knelt on the ground one after another. When the Nine Forbidden Demoness' aura was released, even the peak Primordial Chaos cultivators could not withstand it and fell on the ground as well.
Song Zhong waited for everyone to crawl on the ground before saying fiercely, "Since you have chosen to pledge your allegiance, then be more formal. Don't make me unhappy. You have to know that whether Xue 'er can become the Asura King this time has little to do with you. It is completely a game between us and the Buddhist Sect. Your existence is just to make things look a little better. Don't think too highly of yourself! Otherwise, hmph, there is no need for so many people to make a scene! "
When they heard Song Zhong's fierce words, how would they dare to hesitate? They hurriedly knelt on the ground obediently and said, "Greetings, Your Majesty!"
Their voices were loud and clear and their movements were orderly. They were afraid that if they angered Song Zhong, they would become the chicken that frightened the monkey!
"Ah, all of you, rise!" Shura Xue sat high on the throne, but there was not much joy on her face. She calmly asked them to rise and then said sincerely, "I don't know how my husband convinced my brothers and sisters, but there is one thing I know very well. This matter is very important. It was orchestrated by the Saint Houtu behind the scenes. We can only accept it. I know that my brothers and sisters may not be convinced, but for everyone's sake, I can only take over my father's position. Because if I don't do this, I'm afraid the people of Asura World will be plunged into misery and suffering, right? "
As she said that, Shura Xue looked at SongZhong with a profound gaze. Song Zhong said without hiding anything, "That's right. If you don't sit on the throne, we will most likely fight with the Buddhists in Asura World. At that time, the number of people who will die will not be just tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands, or just a few million! In any case, there is a possibility that Asura World will be wiped out! "
When they heard Song Zhong's words, everyone could not help but suck in a breath of cold air. Only then did they realize that the danger of this matter had already exceeded their imagination.
Shura Xue had already expected this. She sighed again and said, "Everyone, since things have already come to this, then I can only reluctantly do this. However, don't worry, after I sit on the throne, I will definitely not make things difficult for you. From now on, you can freely enter and leave Blood Lotus Island. The treatment you received before will remain unchanged. "
"Ah …" When everyone heard this, they immediately heaved a sigh of relief. Being able to freely enter and leave Blood Lotus Island was something they had been looking forward to for a long time!
Just at this moment, SongZhong raised the stakes again, "How can we keep it the same? You are the new Empress, so you have to give some benefits, right? Let's increase it by 50% on top of the current foundation! "
Song Zhong knew that it would be difficult to convince the masses in the long run just by suppressing them with force. He had to give them some benefits. As the saying went, give a slap and give a date to eat. This was the logic behind it. That was why he had made such a promise!
When Song Zhong said this, he immediately won a round of praise. Who would not want to receive 50% more cultivation resources every month? Although these princes and princesses looked glamorous, there was a limit to how much they could spend. They didn't have much money on hand, so they valued this huge improvement very much.
Many people even smiled bitterly in secret. "If I had known that there would be such a good thing, I would have pledged my loyalty to Xue 'er long ago!"
However, just as everyone was incomparably excited, Shura Xue revealed a troubled expression. She quietly said to Song Zhong, "Husband, I know the Asura World's wealth, but it can't be compared to yours. If we increase it by so much all of a sudden, we will not be able to make ends meet! "
"What are you afraid of? With your husband around, how can I let you be poor? "SongZhong said with a smile," Don't worry, I guarantee that you won't be poor! "
With Song Zhong's guarantee, Shura Xue immediately relaxed. She could not help but smile. "In that case, I will leave everything to you, my husband!"
"Hehe, don't stand on ceremony, we are all family!" Song Zhong smiled proudly. At the same time, he muttered in his heart, "The Asura World's specialty products are very valuable in the Celestial Realm. When Xue 'er becomes the Empress, we will start to trade. When that time comes, we will earn so much money that our hands go limp. Why would we worry about giving out those things?"
Shura Xue did not know what Song Zhong was thinking. She was still immersed in this sudden good news.
Next, everyone once again toasted each other, taking turns to toast Shura Xue. The scene of several thousand people taking turns toasting each other was a spectacular sight. Shura Xue had never experienced such a scene before, and she was a little dizzy from drinking.
This banquet went on for more than a day. If it were not for the time of departure, it would have gone on for a few more days.
However, everyone knew how important the upcoming meeting was, so no one had any complaints. They all stopped eating and drinking and boarded the flying ship to the Asura World.
This time, they were no longer prisoners. Every one of them had received excellent treatment, which could be considered as giving them some benefits. (To be continued, if you want to know what will happen next, please go to www.qidian.com, there are more chapters. Support the author, support the original reading!)
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