After being demoted, my 300,000-strong army trampled the imperial city!

At noon today, news that the Red Moon Tower assassins would be executed spread like wildfire throughout Dragon City.

The people gathered in a bustling crowd near the execution ground; at a glance, there were at least a thousand onlookers.

This also shows that everything in Longcheng is developing in a positive direction; at least the people still have the energy to come and watch the excitement.

Chen Futu, along with Boss Hua and An Jingsi, chose a spot and waited patiently. During the wait, An Jingsi stood behind the two of them like a wooden stake, her attention focused on Boss Hua.

Boss Hua noticed his intense gaze and asked suspiciously, "General An, why are you staring at me like that?"

An Jingsi asked suspiciously, "You recognize me?"

"Uh, cough cough, of course I recognize it."

Mr. Hua realized he had said the wrong thing and awkwardly tucked a strand of hair behind his ear to hide his guilt.

Chen Futu seized the opportunity to tease, "Jing Si handled the Mo Cang case last time. Boss Hua is very well-informed."

"I only heard it from the guests. Young Master Mo Cang is Consort Mo's younger brother, and he had a conflict with the guests at Baihua Pavilion. How could I not know?"

"Then Mr. Hua should know that General An is the Crown Prince's personal guard general, right?"

Chen Futu asked another question with a half-smile.

Shopkeeper Hua avoided eye contact and said awkwardly, "I know, but Young Master Qin and General Qin's younger brother, General Qin is the young master's favorite woman, so it is reasonable for me to send General An to accompany Young Master Qin."

"I see."

Chen Futu stared intently at Boss Hua, who lowered his head and remained silent.

The identity of the so-called "Young Master Qin" is almost obvious. Is she really unaware of the Crown Prince's true identity, or is she deliberately pretending to be ignorant?

The more abrupt her behavior, the more certain Chen Futu became of her identity; now there was at least a 70% probability that she was Guan Xing.

After a short wait, Di Renjie arrived, and then Li Yuanfang led the Thousand Bull Guards to escort the group of prisoners to the execution ground.

The people began to stir, their curses deafening, and rotten vegetable leaves and rotten eggs were thrown onto the execution ground.

A group of assassins knelt there with their heads down, not uttering a sound.

From the moment they became assassins, their lives were no longer in their own hands, and they have no one to blame but themselves for ending up in this situation.

Taking advantage of the time, Di Renjie personally told everyone about the assassins' prison break and the rescue of the female prisoner.

Sure enough, the insults intensified.

Out of the corner of Chen Futu's eye, he spotted Xiao Qi, hidden in a black robe, in the crowd. She had also come to the scene, accompanied by hidden Imperial Guards. Once Ba Dao arrived, she would not be able to leave again.

Chen Futu casually asked the silent Boss Hua, "What do you think these people are after?"

Boss Hua said, "What else could they be after? They're just following orders."

"Lord Di said that these people came to Dragon City either to disrupt the ceremony or to kill the Crown Prince. It is said that there are quite a few of them, including one named Ba Dao and another named Guan Xing."

Speaking of stargazing, Boss Hua's hand tightened unconsciously. An Jingsi saw all of this and narrowed his tiger eyes, like a prehistoric beast ready to devour its prey. He was just waiting for Chen Futu's order to take down Boss Hua.

Chen Futu did not give the order, but continued with great interest: "I have met that Ba Dao Prince. He led men to kill the prince, but was chased and fled by General Jing Si. As for Guan Xing, it is said that she is a strange woman who is good at disguise and is also a peak Xiantian expert. It is a pity that such a person cannot be used by the prince. It is a great regret."

Shopkeeper Hua was taken aback. "The young master wants to recruit stargazers?"

"Such a talented and beautiful woman should serve the country, but it is a pity that she is wasted on such a despicable place as the Red Moon Pavilion. If she had joined the Prince, she would have been given an important position and the Prince would have protected her."

Chen Futu's meaning was clear: if Boss Hua were a celestial observer, he would understand his appreciation for talent.

If he could be persuaded to surrender, Chen Futu really didn't want to resort to violence.

Unfortunately, Boss Hua did not respond after hearing this; she had made her choice.

A hint of disappointment flashed in Chen Futu's eyes, and he stood with his hands behind his back, saying nothing more.

At the execution ground, before noon, Li Yuanfang's eyes, like those of a hawk, scanned the entire area. He was searching for the whereabouts of Ba Dao. If Ba Dao came, even if he was disguised, he would be able to recognize him. Unfortunately, he did not see the strange person.

Di Renjie sighed inwardly; these desperados were quite tolerant.

If that's the case, then kill him.

"The time has come for execution!"

Di Renjie dropped the command arrow, and the executioners raised their ghost-head swords high. The sharp blades gleamed coldly in the sunlight, and the people closed their eyes in fear.

Chen Futu sneered, "This is what happens when you work for the Red Moon Pavilion. Everyone looks out for themselves, why don't they understand that?"

The shopkeeper whispered, "Perhaps they have their own unavoidable difficulties."

"Boss Hua seems to know a lot about Red Moon Pavilion?" Chen Futu seized the opportunity to question him.

The shopkeeper smiled awkwardly, "I am just a weak woman, how would I know about the Red Moon Pavilion? I just feel that no one wants to die for nothing."

"Boss Hua, where do you think the Star Gazing Society is hiding?"

"This servant does not know."

The two men locked eyes, and at the same time, the executioner brought down his blade, sending heads flying and blood splattering across the execution ground.

Throughout this entire process, Boss Hua didn't even blink.

Chen Futu pressed down on her fragrant shoulder, scrutinizing her dark and unfathomable eyes. "That Ba Dao is truly useless. Lord Di thought he would rescue his companions from the execution ground, but it seems he overestimated him. Speaking of which, these people are pitiful. After they die, their bodies are wrapped in tattered straw mats and buried wherever they are. Not even a grave is left. No one will come to pay their respects during festivals. How tragic."

Mr. Hua opened his mouth, but ultimately remained silent.

After the execution, the people dispersed, discussing the matter.

The shopkeeper asked, "Young Master, would you like to go boating together again tonight?"

"Of course we should. We can't let something dirty ruin our fun. Go and prepare. I'll come to see you tonight."

"Yes……"

Mr. Hua left, his departing figure looking somewhat desolate and disheveled.

Chen Futu and An Jingsi watched her leave in silence.

An Jingsi asked, "Brother, I'm almost certain she's the Star Gazer. Why don't we capture her to prevent any unforeseen complications?"

“She can’t escape. Later, inform the military camp to have Guan Yu and Cao Zhen ambush the lakeside in the city tonight. Also, close all four gates tonight and no one is allowed to go out, especially Gan Ning, who is skilled in swimming.”

"I understand, brother."

An Jingsi accepted the order and left.

Di Renjie came to his side and said, "Your Highness, that Ba Dao isn't stupid. He knows today is a trap, so he refused to come."

"How long can rats hide in the gutter? Once I dig them out, I'll treat them well."

Next up is Xiaoqi's performance. Hopefully, she can handle the situation and not get killed.