The Demon Swordsman 3
Ch. 158 - Killed the Emperor

A wind of destruction blew in the politics of the Wei Empire that was like a new tree being struck by lightning. Politicians, elites and other officials denounced the killer for taking the life of their leader.

Grief coloring the entire imperial palace. The Emperor's wife was asked to faint and had not woken up since the massacre was carried out.

And even more surprising, it is rumored that in addition to hundreds of people in the Fangzu River there are dozens of bodies on the path leading to the river. And there was also a massive murder in the bodyguard dormitory. Even the head of the bodyguard was found dead in his bedroom. Clearly, the attack was carried out in a planned manner. Indeed there had been many conjectures leading towards Shi Long Xu.

But the chances are still small. Because Shi Long Xu during his lifetime had never dealt with a bloodthirsty killer. No one can even guess who killed two hundred people in a matter of hours. The massacre was carried out in the morning. Even before the ritual is over. From the side Shi Long Xu investigated as well, Ying Xue said there was not a single piece of evidence pointing to them.

Another assumption came. Assassins come from outside the center of the rebellion. From the last years it has also been known that many people rebelled at the Emperor's policy. Maybe now the fire is visible. The smoke has turned into a fire. In the end, suffering is sorrow. The Wei Empire lost its leader. And indirectly, the only one entitled to rise as the next leader was only Shi Yong Gu's son. Shi Long Xu.

Shi Long Xu was cleared of the murder. There is a strong suspicion being investigated.

In the Central Center itself, Shi Yong Gu was known for his kindness towards the central people. He prioritized comfort, progress and development for Central Central.

But forget about the person outside the center.

However, in the eyes of influential people his figure was a coveted leader. Therefore, only one day after his death, dozens of elitists held a competition with a price offer that was not playful.

Anyone who tells, catches or kills a black-robed figure with blue-eyed sparks and lightning will be paid nine hundred million gold pieces. Even the announcement was spread to the outer corners of the central. Thousands of soldiers were deployed along the Fangzu River area even to the corners of the Wei Empire to find traces of the perpetrator.

**

In a wasted house, Xin Chen was burning the fish he caught in the Fangzhu river. Waiting for three days after Shi Yong Gu's death and waiting for the circumstances out there to improve. He had burned his black robe. Wear Central Union uniforms. The problem now is his eyes.

Instead of not knowing, Xin Chen had already heard about the search for her first. Therefore he had anticipated all the possibilities that would harm him. Xin Chen realized, his actions now might bring about a big problem. Especially if his identity was revealed and the name of the Demon Sword was brought around.

It could be that the Shang Empire and Wei Empire are at war because of what they did. That might happen.

While enjoying his grilled fish, Xin Chen occasionally stared at the remains of human skulls and bones that had dried up among the grasses within this wasted house. A scary place to hide. But where else, out there the officers and men on massive patrol.

Someone came and went straight in.

Ying Xue along with Shi Long Xu came wearing all-enclosed clothes, their faces looking incredulous at what was happening out there. Massive chaos is rampant. And here is where their agreement meets the figure of 'Chen' whom they accidentally meet.

Now the figure of the killer who is being eagerly sought is casually eating fish among the corpses of humans who have rotted. His face is unburdened. It seemed like killing hundreds of thousands of humans would not make his guts tremble.

Those blue eyes started to look terrifying when Shi Long Xu recalled the two hundred people had died in his hands. He remembered the young man's words the other day. A thousand people will be killed as long as he gets the box.

Ying Xue knelt down, releasing a wooden box she was carrying on her back. Xin Chen was still sitting cross-legged watching the awkward-looking movements of Ying Xue.

"Brother Chen, are you aware of what's going on out there?"

"I'll wait five days and get out of here. And the box ... You guys got it? Everything?"

"We didn't check anything in it because we thought it was privacy. But I've hired my greatest spy to steal this stuff, please check it out if you have any doubts."

And as Xin Chen examined Ying Xue thrust out another large cloth filled with jewels and large amounts of money. Xin Chen narrowed his eyes, the thing in front of him one of them was the auction item he saw the other day. The price touches billions.

Either he should feel happy because he did not become poor. Whereas in the Shang Empire the money in his hands was enough to make him a rich merchant. But in this Empire, the cost of living for one month is not enough. Xin Chen kept that huge precious gem at once a gold coin. He made sure carefully. The keys, paper and some boxes are still neatly arranged. It seems to have never been opened because he didn't see any traces of new hands on it.

"Our deal is done. But I wish I could still be friends with you until the end of my life." Shi Long Xu smiled, unable to Xin Chen articulate but wistfully evident in his eyes.

He must also be saddened by his father's death. But this was the best path for the Wei Empire.

"I'll make sure of your safety, but you should also be able to take care of yourself. Call me if you're having trouble getting permission to leave the Empire. I'll help you any way. Stay careful, my friend." Shi Long Xu called out to him familiarly.

"Without someone like you, I'm sure this plan will be my last plan before my death. In a few months I will be appointed the new Emperor. Not sure yet, but I'm really grateful to you."

Shi Long Xu bowed, Xin Chen forced him to stand up straight.

"You're not a killer, you're my friend. The only person standing next to us as everyone retreated. But ... Can I ask you something?"

Xin Chen said. Not expecting the question that came out a little made his heart heavy.

"Your first name? Can I know that?"

He was not in disbelief of Shi Long Xu, but the man had a high status within the Empire. Xin Chen did not want to carry his father's clan name, this was too serious.

"You know me as Chen. I think that's enough to know me as your friend."

Xin Chen pointed at the door with his chin.

"Hurge up, people will question your whereabouts if it takes too long. I'll take care of myself after this and finish the rest of my business."

Once again, Shi Long Xu thanked him sincerely. Even Ying Xue bowed before actually leaving home. Right what Xin Chen said, right now the two of them might still be being watched. It was feared that people would suspect that the two were involved in Shi Yong Gu's murder.

Outside the center, the Defenders celebrated His Majesty's death by feasting. They filled the borders of the Central Central and began to make noise in the protected areas of the Central Military Faction. Laughing loudly celebrating the death they were most waiting for.

That starving stomach might get a little justice. They inscribed Shi Long Xu's name on the wall of the headquarters that had been destroyed since the Night Protector's rebellion.

The fierce battle resulted in casualties on both sides. Dozens of members of the Night Protector fell, dozens of men from the Central Military Faction were killed. Meanwhile the defector seized the opportunity to attack the Southeast Campground.

Ever since the news of Shi Yong Gu's death, the dispute seemed to be temporarily postponed.

The Night Protector held an emergency meeting after hearing the news of the competition.

Because they know, who is the most similar figure to these characteristics.

**

Everything is going so slow. Xin Chen could do nothing but sit around waiting for the day to pass. While asking what Lang was doing out there, sometimes when the quiet came he remembered his mother in the Shang Empire. How the woman is doing, she doesn't know. Just hope that Ren Yuan is always fine, so that his return is not in vain.

The fourth night, only a voice rang out outside the house. Xin Chen stared towards the window whose wood had been broken. The sound of wings flapping, a dove came in. The bird was no ordinary bird, the light on its body was the embodiment of Xin Zhan's strength.

The pigeon was perched on Xin Chen's arm. After he unrolled the paper at the pigeon's feet, the bird disappeared. Make the house back as dark as before.

Xin Chen read the letter, although it was dark his eyes were able to catch the contents Xin Zhan delivered.

The smile on his face was engraved.

Good news. Ren Yuan can work as usual, his father is running the task as a Pillar. And Xin Zhan himself already had a flurry of part-time keeping Ren Yuan at home. There were only one or two problems in the Empire, not far from the Pillars buying seats.

Xin Zhan said that after Xin Chen came home later, he wanted his younger brother to perform his special function in monitoring the work of the Pillars and knocking down those who were only foot barges.

It was as if Xin Chen himself could not wait to overthrow the weight elites in the guise of the pillar from his throne. But his affairs in the Wei Empire were also not finished.

At the end of the letter, Xin Chen spoke a thousand languages.

Apparently the news of Emperor Shi's death had reached the Shang Empire. The competition has been spread, this is the biggest news that will not unexpectedly get there.

Yet when the Wei Empire fell into a terrible plague, not even the news was heard outside.

Xin Chen became increasingly aware that this matter was very serious.

At the end of the letter, Xin Zhan seemed to signal that he also suspected Xin Chen of doing so and wished that he had nothing to do there.

'We'll go to war if you get involved. Come back without any problems. Or I'll strangle your dragon.'