Chapter 108: Three Thousand Six Hundred Cuts, Every Cut Fed to the Dogs

Chapter 108: Three Thousand Six Hundred Cuts, Every Cut Fed to the Dogs

He wanted to be an emperor.

He wanted to be worshipped by thousands, adored by all.

Over these years, she did not allow anyone to speak ill of him. He lived in the Kang Prince's Mansion, which was as large as half the city.

Even if he oppressed the people and struck fear into their hearts, he still demanded that they bow down to him and respect him when he walked out.

Perhaps due to habit, over the years, he had let his guard down with both the city defense camp and the people, always thinking they would endure and never resist him.

Who knew that at this moment, the people were leading their dogs, their eyes filled with anger, coming towards him.

"Emperor, how dare you do this? Are you not afraid of retribution from our ancestors? If I descend to the netherworld, I will surely report you to them!" Yu Jian shouted.

"Hmph, I have already given the order. After the execution, your bones will be crushed and scattered. Yu Jian, you won't have the chance to meet your ancestors. Besides, do you even have the face to speak to them?" Xiao Yin said coldly.

"Your Majesty, begin! We are all ready!" The people below the platform shouted, "This vile traitor has killed countless innocent civilians. His sons are all executioners, kidnapping women and bullying the market; they commit every evil!"

"Very well, prepare for the execution!" Xiao Yin commanded coldly, turning to leave the execution platform.

"No, Emperor, Your Majesty, Your Majesty..." In the end, Yu Jian was just a coward, tears streaming down his face, trembling like a sieve: "Spare me, spare me. I will tell you a secret. I know all the conspiracies within the court. I know who is plotting to usurp the throne."

"The Chancellor is under house arrest, the Empress is confined, and the Crown Prince is in seclusion. Kang Prince, what else do you have to report?" Xiao Yin turned to look at the disgusting old man, stripped down to his pants.

"How... How dare you?" Kang Prince stared wide-eyed, disbelieving.

"Look closely with your dog eyes. I am the Emperor of Great Wei, Xiao Yin!" Xiao Yin finished speaking and walked away.

Soon, cries of agony rose, shocking the people, making the dogs howl.

Xiao Xi said, use harsh laws in troubled times!

Such a beast who harms the country and its people must be made an example of, so everyone remembers the consequences of evil deeds.

Baby Ruo Xi was sleeping in a room at the inn. Ci Xin was about to leave, heading back to the capital.

Even though the Grand Tutor was in charge, there were still some people aligned with the Chancellor and the Empress. Therefore, relying solely on the Grand Tutor, the Emperor feared it wouldn't be enough.

Ci Xin's methods were formidable, and Xiao Yin trusted him completely.

"Xiao Xi, Little Heart is leaving!" Ci Xin held Baby Ruo Xi and told her.

"Mm, then go ahead." Baby Ruo Xi yawned.

"You've said this more than ten times, Imperial Tutor," Dong Ju said, shaking her head with a smile. "If you keep saying it, you'll put the little princess to sleep."

"Imperial Tutor, we are heading north. Who knows, we might return soon. Look at you..." Lady Jin also said helplessly.

"The little princess is just too adorable. Everyone loves her dearly. Even I think that if we ever part ways, I wouldn't want to let her go!" Eunuch Gao said with a smile. "A child like the little princess is too lovable."

"If you head north, come back to the capital early. If not, around the New Year, after I finish my business, I'll come find you for the holidays." Ci Xin said.

"No need!" Baby Ruo Xi stretched her tiny hands.

"Xiao Xi!" Ci Xin blinked, looking pitiful.

"Little Heart, it's so cold. It would be too tiring for you to travel. Stay in the capital instead!" Seeing Little Azure Dragon about to cry, Baby Ruo Xi softened her heart.

"Alright, you should go now. Be careful on your journey!" Xiaoyue instructed.

"Okay!" Ci Xin smiled. "Take good care of Xiao Xi. Don't let her get thin. It's cold up north, so dress her warmly. And..."

"Pfft!" Xiaoyue couldn't help but laugh. "Alright, go now. Really, if you don't leave now, you won't reach your lodging tonight!"

Ci Xin looked at Baby Ruo Xi, then left reluctantly, turning back every few steps.

"The bond between the Imperial Tutor and the little princess is truly strong!" Lady Jin sighed.

"After all, he took the little princess to a brothel!" Dong Ju recalled the Imperial Tutor's actions from a few days ago, feeling angry.

Was that a place for decent people?

Although Dong Ju had a fiery temper, she had been taught strict rules by Lady Jin since childhood.

How could a woman casually go to such a place?

Even if she were a princess, she would only go there to bring Ci Xin back or rescue the little princess, not to visit such a place herself.

"Dong Ju!" Xiaoyue turned, feeling exasperated with the girl.

Ci Xin left without even saying goodbye to the Emperor.

When Xiao Yin returned, Baby Ruo Xi was already asleep.

"I'll wash up; the execution ground is dirty." Xiao Yin felt tainted by the stench of the Kang Prince.

Three thousand six hundred cuts, each one fed to the dogs.

It took a full day and night before the Kang Prince finally died in agony.

In the end, his bones were crushed and scattered.

"Have you heard? The Princess Royal said the Kang Prince's Mansion will become a school, a school for girls. Any girl, regardless of where they come from, can attend."

"And the tuition fees can be paid with half the usual amount, while the rest can be earned through embroidery and other work."

"The Princess Royal is so wise and understanding. With her assisting the Emperor, who is so wise and capable, how could our Great Wei not prosper?"

The people were excited, and everyone started burning incense at home to pray for blessings for His Majesty the Emperor and Her Highness the Princess Royal.

"His Majesty said that while praying, don't forget about the little county princess, because it's all thanks to her," someone passed on the message.

Whatever the emperor says goes.

Besides, how could one not pray for such an adorable little county princess?

So, Baby Ruo Xi was thrilled.

She was particularly happy during feeding times, gulping away contentedly, and smiling broadly at her stunningly beautiful mother.

When she was with her uncle, watching him write and read from the booklets, she was also delighted.

Her uncle had a pleasant voice, clear and resonant, which was especially soothing to hear.

The little girl laughed happily, giggling constantly, and the adults found it heartwarming too, so smiles appeared more frequently on the face of His Majesty.

The people felt that His Majesty looked even more handsome and approachable.

"Originally, he was already the most handsome man in Great Wei, but now, with a smile always on his face, he seems to radiate light as he walks. Truly... he is the best emperor in this world!"