Ten days later.
The Sun had just risen, shedding down faint gold light that engulfed the ancient city.
On top of the city wall, Chu Zhong Tian's expression was emotionless and he wore a gold robe. Like a God who was above the nine heavens, he was majestic and imposing without being angry.
Beside him, Huang Er wore a luxurious purple robe. He wore a silk scarf on his head and held onto a feather fan. He no longer had the wretched temperament he normally had. Instead, he looked like a strategist and was full of wisdom.
Below him, the leaders of the different forces stood at the front. Behind them were all the citizens of the City of Sin.
As far as the eye could see, there were at least tens of thousands of people moving about in a dense black mass.
Everyone had a respectful expression on their faces as they carefully checked out Chu Zhong Tian, the new leader.
Ling Xian stood within the crowd and checked out Chu Zhong Tian. However, there was no respect in his eyes. Instead, they were full of admiration.
Originally, he was a little worried about whether or not Chu Zhong Tian could handle the situation. But now that he saw that Chu Zhong Tian was not angry, he no longer worried.
"I was thinking too much. As a completion leveled cultivator, no matter how weak he is, he should have some dignity. That should be enough to scare everyone in the City of Sin." Ling Xian softly grinned.
Then, he shifted his gaze towards Huang Er. Seeing that this person was waving his feather fan, he gave off the vibe of wisdom and elegance. He couldn't help but to laugh, "Usually, he is so carefree and full of wretchedness. But when it comes to formal occasions, he is barely passable."
What he didn't know was that if he didn't give him the position of leader, Huang Er would still be as wretched as ever. Even if he wore gold and silver, it would not change his cowardice on the inside or his temperament on the outside.
After Huang Er found out that he was about to become a top figure in the City of Sin, his confidence grew and his temperament changed accordingly.
In other words, without Ling Xian, there would be no Huang Er.
This was also why Huang Er was so grateful to him.
"These two are good people. With them here, I don't have to worry anymore."
Looking at Chu Zhong Tian and Huang Er on top of the city wall, Ling Xian faintly smiled and no longer worried. He muttered to himself, "Next, after the ceremony is over, I can leave in peace."
Just as he was mumbling to himself, Huang Er's expression changed, "Brother Chu, it's about time. We can begin."
"Alright."
Chu Zhongtian nodded lightly, full of style. His gaze swept across the dense crowd below and he said indifferently, "I'm sure all of you know why I've gathered you here today."
Hearing this, the area below remained silent, and not a single sound could be heard.
Three days ago, Chu Zhongtian finished preparing everything. Then, he announced to the entire city that a grand ceremony would be held today. From that day on, everyone in the City of Sin had guessed his plan. They all knew that he was planning on officially announcing who was going to rule the City of Sin from now on.
"It seems that all of you have already guessed it. Then, I won't waste any more time." Chu Zhong Tian spoke softly. His dignified gaze scanned the entire place and he uttered out a sentence that left no room for doubt.
"From now on, I, Chu Zhong Tian, am the new ruler of the City of Sin. If anyone doesn't agree, step out."
As soon as he finished speaking, the scene fell into a dead silence.
Everyone was silent, and their faces were filled with complicated expressions.
Shock, admiration, jealousy, respect, and all sorts of other emotions filled everyone's face. Even though everyone had guessed this would be the result, when they heard it from Chu Zhong Tian's own mouth, they still felt a wave of impact that made them speechless.
Or in other words, they couldn't say anything.
What else could they say?
Everything was before everyone's eyes. In this City of Sin where the three controlling forces have fallen, Chu Zhong Tian was the strongest. If he wanted to rule the City of Sin, who would dare to say half a word?
Therefore, everyone here remained silent. It could be considered that they silently agreed to this result.
At this, Ling Xian, who was among the crowd, curled up the corner of his lips and revealed a joyful smile. He knew that from this moment on, as long as no completion leveled cultivators from the outside try anything funny, then the City of Sin was now Chu Zhong Tian's world.
No, it was now his world.
Therefore, why wouldn't he be overjoyed?
On top of the city wall, Chu Zhong Tian smiled happily, feeling like he didn't disappoint Ling Xian's expectations. "Very good. Since no one has any objections, then from now on, you can call me City Leader."
Then, he shifted his gaze towards Huang Er, "I will leave the rest to you."
Huang Er nodded and marched forward one step, "Everyone, there is a saying that a country has its laws and a family has its own rules. Now, let me read out the rules of the City of Sin. "
"Actually, it's not much. Just do what you normally do. The City Leader won't care. However, there is one thing I hope you will follow. That is, taxes. "
Huang Er waved the feather fan in his hand. He had the demeanor of a strategist who could decide the outcome of a battle from a thousand miles away. He said, "Of course, the common people do not need to pay taxes. But for the merchants who have shops in the city, you need to pay thirty percent of your income to the City Leader's Palace every year."
At those words, the crowd exploded. However, they weren't protesting, they were cheering.
Remember that when the three controlling forces ruled, merchants had to pay 50 percent of their income as taxes. Normal citizens also had to pay a certain amount of spiritual stones. Yet before their eyes, the taxes paid by normal citizens were erased and the merchants' taxes dropped from 50 percent to 30 percent. Why wouldn't everyone be happy?
At that moment, the way everyone looked at Chu Zhong Tian was now more respectful. Originally, they were a little against this new ruler. But after this new rule was announced, they immediately leaned towards Chu Zhong Tian.
At this, Ling Xian, who was hiding in the crowd, nodded in satisfaction. He was the one who proposed this rule. For one, it was to reduce the pressure on normal citizens. For two, it was to make it easier for him to implement the new rules.
After all, his ultimate goal was to turn the City of Sin into a city without killing. Only by making the residents of this city loyal to him, would he be able to push out those restrictive laws.
"Alright, now that this new rule is out, nobody in the City of Sin will resist Chu Zhong Tian anymore. In other words, I can leave in peace. "Ling Xian revealed a faint smile. He marched forward and headed towards the city gate.
His movement was noticed by Chu Zhong Tian, who was looking down from above. Then, for some reason, he said something that silenced the entire place.
"He was the one who proposed this rule. He is the true ruler of the City of Sin!"
At those words, everyone acted as if they were struck by lightning and fell into a state of shock. Then, gazes after gazes landed on Ling Xian. There was gratitude, respect, and admiration.
Feeling the countless heated gazes behind him, Ling Xian smiled helplessly. He didn't turn around and continued to march towards the city gate.
Just like that, he left behind a silhouette for everyone to see.
To everyone here, the silhouette was not tall nor was it carefree. However, it was imprinted in everyone's heart.
It would be difficult to erase it in an eternity.
Because that was the back of the true ruler of the City of Sin!
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