Chapter 310: Those Who Follow the Shui Family Live; Those Who Defy It Die!

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In the palace, Empress Ju zi and Jing Hongchen sat together.

"Jing Hongchen, you understand our current situation," Empress Ju zi said, her voice cold and resolute. "The Shui family's power is growing stronger by the day. We cannot oppose them. If we do not submit, the Sun-Moon Empire will be destroyed."

Jing Hongchen remained silent for a moment before finally nodding with a bitter smile. 

"Yes, Your Majesty. The circumstances leave us with no choice—we cannot match the Shui family's strength."

Jing Hongchen furrowed his brow. "But what about the numerous nobles and Titled Douluos within the Shui family who oppose us? How should we deal with them?"

Empress Ju zi sighed softly. "I understand your concerns, but now is not the time for debate. 

We must first secure the Sun-Moon Empire, and then address internal matters."

"What do you intend to do?" Jing Hongchen asked, gazing intently at the Empress.

A glimmer of determination flashed in Empress Ju zi's eyes. "We must eliminate all obstacles. 

Those who once supported Xu Tianran are no longer necessary."

"You mean…" Jing Hongchen hesitated, a trace of uncertainty in his eyes.

"Yes, we must root them out completely," Empress Ju zi's voice was icy and ruthless. "Only then can I ensure that my child will ascend to the throne and rule the Sun-Moon Empire without opposition."

Jing Hongchen was slightly taken aback. "You intend to preserve the Xu family's bloodline?"

Empress Ju zi shook her head, a complex emotion flickering in her eyes. "My child is not a descendant of Xu Tianran, but of Ji Juechen."

Jing Hongchen paused briefly in surprise before nodding in understanding. 

Since the child carried the Shui family's bloodline, there was still hope for the future of the Sun-Moon Empire.

"Your Majesty, we'll follow your plan," Jing Hongchen said solemnly, his resolve firming as he committed to helping Empress Ju zi restore the empire's former glory.

After a moment of silence, Jing Hongchen nodded, indicating his acceptance. 

"Rest assured, Your Majesty, I will fully support your plan."

Empress Ju zi smiled faintly, knowing that the Sun-Moon Empire now needed stability and unity above all else. 

For this goal, she was willing to pay any price.

Having settled their plan, the two decided to take immediate action. 

They resolved to eliminate all forces disloyal to the Sun-Moon Empire, ensuring its future.

Together, they stormed into the grand hall of the palace, their mission clear: to remove every obstacle and lay a solid foundation for Empress Ju zi's child to inherit a stable empire.

Inside the grand hall, the atmosphere was tense. 

The opposing factions faced each other, locked in heated debate. 

The resistance, led by members of the royal family, refused to submit to the Shui family and were determined to fight back.

One of the Titled Douluos stepped forward, his voice thundering through the hall: 

"We cannot allow the Shui family to usurp our power and status! We must rise and resist, defending the honor of the Sun-Moon Empire!"

On the other side, the appeasement faction hesitated. They understood the might of the Shui family and knew that continued resistance would only lead to disaster. 

A Titled Douluo from their ranks, his face grim, spoke up: 

"We can no longer resist. The Shui family is too powerful. We should submit to them and preserve the peace of the Sun-Moon Empire."

The two factions stood in stark opposition, and the situation grew increasingly tense, threatening to erupt into a fierce conflict at any moment. 

Just then, Empress Ju zi and Jing Hongchen suddenly appeared in the grand hall.

Their arrival immediately drew everyone's attention.

Empress Ju zi's gaze was as cold as ice, sweeping over everyone present. Her voice was indifferent yet firm: 

"I have come to announce one thing: Those who follow the Shui family will prosper; those who defy it will perish!"

Jing Hongchen stood by her side, clad in battle armor, his eyes gleaming with a cold light. 

He addressed the crowd sharply, "Who among you will pledge loyalty to the Shui family? Who dares oppose?"

"We are willing to serve the Shui family!"

Facing the Authority of Empress Ju zi and Jing Hongchen, the Factions Reacted!

The appeasement faction, having already assessed the situation, quickly expressed their submission to Empress Ju zi and Jing Hongchen. They recognized the futility of opposing the Shui family and were eager to protect their families and retain their positions.

However, the resistance faction, led by the royal family, remained obstinate. Not only did they refuse to surrender, but they also hurled insults at Empress Ju zi and Jing Hongchen, vowing never to submit to the Shui family's rule.

Empress Ju zi let out a cold laugh, her gaze sweeping mercilessly over the members of the resistance faction. Without hesitation, she issued a brutal order: "Leave none alive!"

Upon her command, Jing Hongchen was the first to act. He unleashed a torrent of soul power, a force as overwhelming as a tidal wave, targeting the Titled Douluo of the resistance. The Douluo hastily deployed his defensive skills in a desperate attempt to block the attack, but Jing Hongchen's power was unstoppable, reducing him to ashes in an instant.

"Retreat! Run for your lives!"

The remaining Titled Douluo of the resistance, recognizing the dire situation, attempted to band together and escape. But Jing Hongchen had anticipated this move. His loyal followers swiftly intervened, blocking the escape routes and trapping the Titled Douluo within the grand hall.

A fierce battle ensued, with bloodshed and the stench of death filling the air. The resistance fought valiantly, striving to break through the encirclement. Yet, Jing Hongchen and his followers held their ground, forming an impenetrable barrier in the center of the hall, intercepting the rebels one by one.

As the battle raged on, the grand hall became littered with corpses, the scene one of utter carnage. One after another, the Titled Douluo of the resistance fell, powerless to resist. In the end, all members of the royal family, along with the Titled Douluo and ministers who refused to submit, were slaughtered by Jing Hongchen and his forces.

Witnessing this massacre, the cowardly nobles, terrified for their lives, were seized with panic. Without hesitation, they began to worship the Ice God's statue, pledging their allegiance to the Shui family and vowing to serve as loyal subjects.

The Shui Family's Consolidation of Power

Back at the Shui family's main hall, Shui Wuya sat, listening as the elders reported on the situation in the Tian Dou Empire. Their voices were solemn and respectful, filled with deep reverence for Shui Wuya.

"Clan Leader, according to our preliminary assessment, the entire royal family of the Tian Dou Empire has been captured. The purge is proceeding smoothly, and all plans are being executed as per your instructions."

Shui Wuya smiled slightly, nodding in satisfaction.

However, at that moment, another elder stepped forward, carrying a new piece of news. "Clan Leader, there is also a young woman named Tang Ya who has been seeking an audience with you. She has reportedly been kneeling outside your hall for several days. It seems she has a request and hopes to enlist your help in restoring the Tang Sect."

Hearing this, Shui Wuya was reminded of the matter. He was somewhat surprised to learn that there were still members of the Tang Sect alive, given that Tang San had long passed away. Reflecting on it, Shui Wuya amused to himself, "So, there's still someone from the Tang Sect left? But why would this Tang Ya seek my help to revive the Tang Sect?"

Intrigued, Shui Wuya couldn't help but feel a growing curiosity about Tang Ya.

(End of Chapter)