70: Chapter 70 The surprise came too suddenly

Under such circumstances, one cannot blame others for kicking them while they were down.

Seeking advantages and avoiding harm is human nature; no one dares to gamble with the lives of their own Family.

No matter how good the relationship usually is, in this situation, not stabbing someone in the back is already considered good behavior.

Even for the City Lord's Mansion, which belongs to the Imperial Dynasty, they had their own thoughts.

Although they hadn't received orders from the Imperial Dynasty yet and didn't know how the Imperial Dynasty would deal with the Ye Family, they made a decision immediately: to place the members of the Ye Family under surveillance.

They would neither offend them nor let them leave!

No matter how the Imperial Dynasty decides to deal with the Ye Family in the future, it wouldn't affect them at all!

If the Imperial Dynasty really wanted to execute the nine generations of the Ye Family, then preventing the Ye Family members from escaping could even be considered a great merit!

The entire city was like a taut string, repressively suffocating.

However, this stagnant, oppressive atmosphere was broken by a group of unexpected guests!

"Swish—!!!"

"Swish, swish, swish—!!!"

A sharp, piercing sound of breaking through the air came from the sky without warning!

The sound was not just one, but a continuous stream, like arrows piercing through the air!

Inside Chiyan Ancient City, everyone who heard this sound subconsciously looked up!

They saw dozens of streams of light with chilling auras on the distant horizon, tearing through the sky at a shocking speed, shooting straight towards Chiyan Ancient City!

Wherever they passed, the air emitted an unbearable, explosive sound!

"What is that?"

"Could it be an enemy attack?"

"Such fast speed! Such a terrifying aura!"

"Not good... enemy attack!!"

The guards on the city walls were horrified, and some subconsciously wanted to sound the alarm.

However, they were immediately sternly stopped by an experienced officer nearby.

"All of you, stop! Look closely! That is the damn... flying fish uniform!!!"

"What? Fly... flying fish uniform?"

After everyone saw the figures in the streams of light clearly, they were all shocked!

That iconic attire, that cold and murderous temperament, that overbearing posture of ignoring everything and charging straight into the city...

Under the heavens, only one force dares to act like this!

That is... the Embroidered Uniform Guard, personally controlled by Your Majesty, monitoring the world, authorized to execute first and report later, with special imperial power!

They flew directly through the air, ignoring the iron law issued by the Imperial Dynasty prohibiting flight over the city!

Just like that, they arrogantly, domineeringly, and unscrupulously broke into Chiyan Ancient City!

"Ho... how dare they?!"

"Shut up! Do you want to die? That is the Embroidered Uniform Guard! They are Your Majesty's people!"

"Just keep your eyes open and watch! No one is allowed to move! Those who disobey! Will be executed!!"

The order quickly spread throughout the entire City Defense Force.

Everyone quietly put down the crossbows in their hands, just watching as those dozens of streams of light swept over their heads!

The terrifying pressure and the strong wind brought by their speed almost blew some ordinary soldiers off the city wall!

No notification. No request for permission. And certainly no following the rules to enter through the city gate.

Just like that, with the most powerful and unquestionable posture, they flew directly and broke into Chiyan Ancient City!

"Boom!"

Dozens of streams of light landed uniformly in front of the Ye Family residence!

All wearing the flying fish uniform and carrying the Xiuchun Blade!

The person in the lead had a tall and straight figure, a cold and stern face, and an unfathomable aura. Judging by his attire, he was clearly a Commander-in-Chief!

Just by standing there, an invisible pressure directly enveloped the entire Ye Family residence, and even faintly spread to the surrounding streets!

"Who... who are those people? Why are they so terrifying?"

"The Embroidered Uniform Guard! The Embroidered Uniform Guard have arrived!"

"It's over! The Ye Family is finished! They must be here to ransack the house and arrest people!"

"Quick! Stay away! Don't get splattered with blood!"

"My god, the leader seems to be a Commander-in-Chief, right? Such a big formation?!"

"It seems the Ye Family is really finished this time. It's a pity for my little lady..."

Inside Chiyan Ancient City, everyone who saw this scene started to discuss it.

Everyone knew that the Ye Family was definitely finished this time. Since it had alarmed the Embroidered Uniform Guard, what else could be worth the Embroidered Uniform Guard taking action, other than ransacking the house and exterminating the clan?

When the members of the Ye Family saw the figures all wearing the flying fish uniform, the vast majority were so scared that they collapsed directly to the ground.

There were also a few who fainted on the spot from fear, and even Ye Zhennan had to be supported by others as he came out!

"I am still young! I... I don't want to die..."

"It's over! My newlywed wife, I haven't even used her yet!"

"Wuu wuu... Mom and Dad! Your child doesn't want to die..."

For a time, the entire Ye Family residence was filled with various pleas for mercy.

The leading Commander-in-Chief of the Embroidered Uniform Guard swept his gaze over the Ye Family members, his face showing no expression at all.

He slowly took out a roll of bright yellow silk from his bosom. An Imperial Decree!

It really was an Imperial Decree that had arrived! When the Ye Family members saw the Imperial Decree, they all revealed expressions of despair.

"By the grace of the Heavens, the Emperor proclaims:"

"Because the Ye Family Disciple, Ye Tian, has rendered meritorious service to the Imperial Dynasty, he is hereby promoted to Deputy Commander of the Divine Martial Guard!"

"What the hell? Deputy Commander of the Divine Martial Guard?"

Now, everyone around was completely stunned! This plot twist came a bit too fast...

One must know that the Deputy Commander of the Divine Martial Guard! That is a high-ranking and powerful position with a boundless future!

The Commander-in-Chief ignored the shocked expressions of the people around and continued to read slowly.

"In order to show compassion for my subjects, I specially order the Embroidered Uniform Guard to escort the entire Ye Family to relocate to the Imperial Capital, bestowing upon them a mansion and some farmland, so they can be looked after nearby and enjoy Family life."

Relocating to the Imperial Capital! Bestowed with a mansion and farmland! This is... a blessing in disguise?

From a small border Family, they suddenly became a "Family of Meritorious Subjects" capable of establishing a foothold in the Imperial Capital?

Ye Zhennan opened his mouth, his old tears streaming down. This time, it was tears of joy!

He suddenly kowtowed three times towards the direction of the Imperial Capital, "Bang, bang, bang," and said in a hoarse voice:

"Your subject... Ye Zhennan, thanks Your Majesty for your great grace! Long live Your Majesty! Long live! Long, long live!"

The other Ye Family members finally reacted and followed suit, kowtowing.

At this moment, crying, laughter, and sounds of gratitude mixed together, forming a sharp contrast with the dead silence and despair of the previous moment.

And the onlookers were even more astonished!

"My God! What kind of great luck did the Ye Family have?!"

"A blessing in disguise! A true blessing in disguise!"

"Your Majesty is wise! Rewards and punishments are clear! The Ye Family's loyalty has been rewarded!"

"Quick, go prepare congratulatory gifts! Those who had some friendship with the Ye Family before, hurry up and repair the relationship!"

"Young Master Ye Tian... no, Vice Commander Ye! Incredible! To be so highly valued by Your Majesty!"

After reading, the Commander-in-Chief closed the Imperial Decree and said to Ye Zhennan, who was still uncontrollably excited:

"Family Head Ye, His Majesty's grace is great, and time is tight. Please pack your luggage immediately, travel light, and accompany us to the Imperial Capital. All old residences and properties will be properly handled and liquidated by the government."

"Yes! Yes! Thank you, Sir! We will pack right away! We will pack right away!"

Ye Zhennan replied repeatedly, as if he had instantly become ten years younger, and hurriedly directed his clansmen to take action.

Very quickly, the entire Ye Family became busy. Although it was hasty, it was filled with the excitement of surviving a disaster and the anticipation of future life in the Imperial Capital.

And those who had originally cut ties with the Ye Family, or even secretly gloated, were now embarrassed, their hearts filled with extreme regret.

Once, an opportunity for success was placed right in front of them. Unfortunately, none of them grasped it!

At this moment, they could only watch from afar...

The trend in Chiyan Ancient City, for a moment, had reversed once again...