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Chapter 183 Amnesty for the World
Elder Lang guided the gathered spiritual energy, causing it to circulate within the formation.

With keen perception, he sensed the fluctuations of the evil power in the "Blood Spirit Curse," trying to find its weak point.

As spiritual energy continues to gather and resonate, a powerful and harmonious force emanates from the formation, counteracting the evil power of the "Blood Spirit Curse".

During the fierce battle, Liu Sijun, based on his understanding of the "Blood Spirit Curse," discovered that the evil power would experience a brief period of disorder at certain moments.

She immediately shouted a reminder to Elder Lang: "Elder Lang, now's the time! Guide your spiritual energy to attack that weakness!"

Elder Lang understood immediately and focused all his energy on guiding the spiritual power within the formation, rushing towards the weakness in the "Blood Spirit Curse".

With a deafening roar, spiritual energy and evil power collided, unleashing a dazzling light.

The evil power of the "Blood Spirit Curse" was severely impacted, causing it to weaken slightly.

Seizing this rare opportunity, everyone increased their spiritual energy output, attempting to break the "Blood Spirit Curse" in one fell swoop.

Below the palace, as the evil aura in the valley gradually dissipated and the "Blood Spirit Curse" loosened, the erosion of the dragon vein of fortune also slowed down.

However, at this moment, the dragon vein was still trembling and urgently needed the "Spirit Source Sacred Stone" to stabilize and repair it.

With the help of various forces, Yuan Jingshan and Tong Lei finally found the "Spirit Source Holy Stone" in an ancient ruin.

This "Spirit Source Holy Stone" is shaped like a heart, radiating a soft golden light and containing powerful and pure spiritual energy.

The two rushed back to Fallen Valley with the "Spirit Source Holy Stone".

Back in the valley, following the method Liu Sijun obtained from the Blood Spirit Forbidden Scripture, the group placed the "Spirit Source Sacred Stone" at a key node connected to the Qi Luck Dragon Vein.

Upon contact with the node, the "Spirit Source Holy Stone" released powerful spiritual energy, which flowed along the veins of the dragon and nourished the damaged parts.

The golden light gradually dispelled the black evil energy in the dragon vein, and the originally dim dragon vein once again radiated vitality.

As the spiritual power of the "Spirit Source Holy Stone" was continuously poured in, the evil power of the "Blood Spirit Curse" was completely suppressed.

The blood mist in the valley gradually dissipated, and the cracks in the ground slowly healed. The hideous demons, having lost the support of evil power, vanished one after another.

Seeing that the situation was hopeless, Xueying tried to escape, but was stopped by Elder Lang and Gu Changzhou and was eventually subdued by the group.

Thus, the influence of the "Blood Spirit Curse" on the dragon vein of fortune was finally resolved, the dragon vein of fortune in the imperial palace returned to its former peace and strength, and the dynasty avoided a catastrophic disaster.

At this point, there was only one day left until New Year's Day.

Zhongzhou City regained a brief period of peace, but with the New Year approaching, the city became lively again.

The young man said, "This year is the first year of the new emperor's reign. I wonder what will be different."

The middle-aged man watching from the side suddenly tapped the young man on the head: "Everyone says that this new emperor is extremely pure and filial. The late emperor has only been dead for less than half a year. How much more do you want to be different?"

"Father, I was just saying."

The middle-aged man said, "Zhongzhou City has been quite unsettled for the past year or two. Be careful what you say."

Two elegantly dressed middle-aged men sat by the window on the second floor of a restaurant in the city, taking in the whole scene.

One of the men, dressed in a deep blue robe, said, “The New Year is just around the corner. Some people just mentioned that the new emperor is extremely pure and filial. I think that’s a very good statement.”

Another man in a dark purple robe put down his teacup and looked at him: "What exactly are you trying to say?"

"Although this eldest prince is reckless, he is still a descendant of the late emperor. Now that the late emperor has passed away, if a general amnesty can be granted, it would be a way to save face for the royal family."

The man in the dark purple robe raised an eyebrow: "That may be true, but the Crown Prince committed the serious crime of treason. It would be difficult to convince the public if he were to be pardoned so easily."

"It's all up to human effort!" The two exchanged a smile and left the restaurant.

On New Year's Day, Zhongzhou City was brightly decorated and bustling with activity.

People flocked to the streets to celebrate New Year's Day and pray for the new emperor.

Bei Chenshu, dressed in a dragon robe, held a grand sacrificial ceremony in the palace, praying to heaven for favorable weather, peace, and prosperity for the dynasty.

After the sacrificial ceremony, Bei Chenshu went to the imperial court to receive the congratulations of the officials.

The atmosphere in the imperial court was both solemn and enthusiastic.

The ministers offered their congratulatory messages, wishing the new emperor a prosperous and flourishing dynasty.

After the ceremony, Bei Chenshu left several key officials behind to discuss important national affairs.

Bei Chenshu: "Although the Blood Spirit Sect and the Xuanji Hall have suffered heavy losses, they will not give up easily. We still need to strengthen our defenses and not let our guard down."

"Your Majesty, rest assured, we have already arranged for people to closely monitor their every move. We will report to Your Majesty immediately if there is any disturbance."

"It was said by a minister who looked very old."

Bei Chenshu continued, "Besides this, the people's livelihood cannot be ignored. I have heard that in recent days, many places have suffered from the devastation caused by the previous unrest. Do any of you ministers have any good strategies to restore the people's livelihood?"

The ministers offered various suggestions: some proposed reducing or exempting taxes to encourage people to cultivate wasteland; others suggested building water conservancy projects to improve farmland irrigation; and still others advocated developing commerce to promote economic circulation.

Bei Chenshu listened attentively to the ministers' suggestions, nodding occasionally.

Just as everyone was discussing the matter, a commotion suddenly broke out outside the palace.

A guard rushed into the court and knelt on one knee: "Your Majesty, something terrible has happened! A group of people are causing trouble outside the palace, demanding that the remnants of the Blood Spirit Cult be severely punished and that justice be served for the late Emperor."

Bei Chenshu frowned: "After appeasing the people, I will go shortly." After saying that, he looked at the ministers and said, "It seems that the people still have a vivid memory of the evil deeds of the Blood Spirit Sect. We must wipe out these remnants as soon as possible and give the people an explanation."

"Your Majesty is wise!"

The ministers all spoke in unison.

Bei Chenshu got up and led Gu Changzhou, Liu Sijun and others to the outside of the palace.

A large crowd of people had gathered outside the palace, their emotions running high.

Bei Chenshu stepped onto the high platform and declared loudly, "Fellow citizens, I am well aware of the many evils committed by the Blood Spirit Sect, and the death of the late Emperor is inextricably linked to them. I have ordered a full-scale investigation and will bring the remnants of the Blood Spirit Sect to justice, giving everyone justice!"

The people calmed down a bit after hearing Bei Chenshu's words.

"Your Majesty, we believe in you! But the Blood Spirit Cult is too evil, and we are worried that they will come to harm us again."

"It was a commoner who said loudly."

Bei Chenshu's gaze was firm: "Rest assured, everyone, I have strengthened my defenses and will not allow the Blood Spirit Sect to have another chance to harm you."

The people knelt down and shouted, "Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!"

However, just a few days after New Year's Day, rumors began to circulate that since the late emperor had passed away, a general amnesty should be granted.

Soon, some ministers also began to propose a general amnesty.

(End of this chapter)