Great Xia: At the start, summon the Net of Heaven to suppress the martial arts world.

In fact, upon closer examination, Chu Tianhe himself is a peerless genius, one in a million.

Otherwise, how could the old sect leader of Qingyang Sect have entrusted the position of sect leader to such an outsider with no blood relation?

Ultimately, it was because they valued his exceptional talent and hoped that he could lead Qingyang Sect to glory and achieve vigorous development and prosperity.

It's a pity that everything has now vanished...

A moment later, after everything was prepared, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review came and respectfully reported:

"Your Highness, it's almost time. Do you think we may begin?"

"I am only here to observe the ceremony. The specific matters still need to be handled by the Dali Temple. There is no need to involve me." Xia Taige waved his hand, indicating that the Dali Temple would take charge.

"Your Highness, please condescend to take the seat of honor!" the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review insisted.

They had no choice but to show respect. In terms of official rank, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review was a third-rank official, and the Director of the Zhenwu Division was also a third-rank official. The two were of the same rank, and there was no distinction between "master" and "subordinate".

However, Xia Taige still held a title of prince, and before the crown prince was established, he was second only to the emperor and above all others.

Moreover, he was born to the current empress and is of legitimate lineage. Judging from his current performance, it is highly likely that he will become the crown prince and ascend to the throne, wielding the imperial power!

Before Xia Taige showed his true colors, it was one thing to be disrespectful, but now that he holds great power and has many experts under his command, among the princes, Prince Xuan, Xia Taige, is now far ahead of the rest.

Hearing this, Xia Taige sighed helplessly and said seriously:

"Enough said. This is the duty of the Court of Judicial Review, and the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review is perfectly suited to preside over it! Go!"

The Minister of the Court of Judicial Review realized that Xia Taige's words were true, and dared not say anything more, fearing that going too far would be counterproductive.

He could only bow respectfully before turning around to take charge of his work!

Inside the execution ground, on a vast platform, the Qingyang Sect's most wanted prisoners knelt in a neat row, their expressions blank. At a glance, they resembled walking corpses, utterly devoid of the energy to resist.

On the platform, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review and his staff sat on the high platform, while Xia Taige sat to the side to observe the ceremony.

Beneath the execution platform, thousands of heavy cavalrymen stood guard around the area, protecting the execution ground.

The elite troops of the Zhenwu Division kept scanning the excited people below in case of any unexpected situations!

Among the crowd, people were discussing it animatedly; it was the first time they had ever seen such a grand execution scene.

The Minister of the Court of Judicial Review narrowed his eyes slightly, subtly observing Xia Taige before him.

Upon seeing the other party nod slightly, his expression instantly became excited, his previously relaxed face suddenly tightened, and his sharp, hawk-like gaze shot straight down at the wanted criminal who was bound hand and foot.

"By order, escort Chu Tianhe, a wanted criminal from Qingyang Gate!"

As this powerful shout rang out, several heavy cavalrymen clad in black armor and wielding sharp longswords marched forward with neat and powerful steps.

They skillfully and swiftly surrounded Chu Tianhe and escorted him to the center of the execution ground in a tight formation.

However, Chu Tianhe appeared unusually calm and composed despite being in such a tense situation, and there was not a trace of fear in his eyes.

This scene caused Xia Taige, who had been observing coldly from the sidelines, to secretly marvel:

This person is truly a remarkable individual, but unfortunately, the path he has taken has strayed far from the right one.

"In the sixth year of the Shenwu era, Chu Tianhe and his younger brother Chu Tianxiong committed murder in Changde Prefecture, escaping punishment despite their numerous blood debts. According to the law, his brother Chu Tianxiong has been sentenced to death by hanging!"

The Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, with a gloomy and somber expression, read out Chu Tianhe's past crimes in a low and authoritative voice.

"In the twenty-fourth year of the Shenwu era, Chu Tianhe, harboring resentment over his brother's death, in a fit of madness, led a group of villains from the Qingyang Sect to carry out a bloody massacre of the entire family of the Prefect of Changde Prefecture! His methods were extremely cruel, and his crimes were heinous and unforgivable!"

At this point, the Chief Justice of the Court of Judicial Review slammed his gavel, his eyes wide with anger, and he sternly rebuked Chu Tianhe:

"Do you plead guilty to all the crimes described above?"

The entire courtroom was silent; everyone held their breath, waiting for Chu Tianhe's response.

At that moment, time seemed to stand still, with only the angry and authoritative question from the Minister of Justice echoing in the air...

Upon hearing this, Chu Tianhe nodded numbly, offering no argument whatsoever.

Throughout the journey, Chu Tianhe pondered the current situation with a heavy heart, and he clearly realized that this incident was a carefully planned scheme by the imperial court to make an example of someone.

The imperial court didn't care who the principal offender was or who the accomplices were; all they cared about were the more than one thousand lives lost at Qingyang Gate.

After all, the massacre of an entire family was far too shocking, let alone the fact that the victims were high-ranking officials of the imperial court.

If these thousand-plus people are let go, it will inevitably trigger a series of unpredictable chain reactions.

"Since there is no objection, Qingyangmen has openly plotted to harm court officials and wantonly trampled on the dignity of the court. According to the law, they should all be executed!"

With a loud shout, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review remained expressionless, his eyes devoid of any emotion.

However, the so-called "acting according to the law" was actually just acting in accordance with Xia Taige's personal laws.

"Execute!" Fearing that things might change and something unforeseen, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review decisively threw down his token, signaling the executioners to begin immediately.

Just at this critical moment, a sudden change occurred!

A commotion arose from the crowd, and then a group of people dressed in black robes and wielding curved swords appeared like ghosts.

The leader was tall and imposing, with sharp, eagle-like eyes. He calmly gazed at the Minister of Justice on the table and said in a low voice:

"The Great Xia Dynasty is so domineering! They kill more than a thousand innocent people just like that! Do you really regard human life as worthless?"

His voice, like a resounding bell, echoed throughout the execution ground, making everyone present's eardrums buzz.

Seeing this, Xia Taige immediately perked up. He had originally thought it was just a mundane execution, but he hadn't expected there to be a surprise!

"Who are you, you petty scoundrel, daring to spout such nonsense here!"

The Minister of the Court of Judicial Review immediately stood up, looked at the group of men in black robes below the stage, and roared:

"Hmph!" The leader in black robes scoffed disdainfully and said calmly:

"This is how our religion has always operated!"

"Our religion will intervene in everything we find objectionable!"

Upon hearing this, Xia Taige smiled. It had been a long time since he had seen such an arrogant person.

Xia Taige still had some impression of the Divine Cult. When the Luo Net appeared in the world, it also compiled information about the Divine Cult.

All that is known is that it is an organization that operates outside the three major dynasties, and its doctrine is to make a living by attempting to overthrow the three major dynasties and establish a so-called utopian world.

He has been active within the territory of the Great Shang Dynasty, but has not had much contact with the Great Xia Dynasty!