Chapter 1038: The Grand Assassination Comes to an End
Editor: Henyee Translations

Sure enough, after the explosion, black-clad figures wearing iron masks appeared on the surrounding rooftops, each armed with a bow and arrow aimed at the platform where Tang Jinghong stood.

The sight of this caused panic among the civilians, who began to scream and scatter.

Seeing the risk of a stampede, Chu Qingzhi infused her voice with spiritual energy and shouted, “Everyone, squat down with your heads covered!”

Her voice was like thunder, causing everyone to freeze in place.

She shouted again, “Squat down with your heads covered!”

Her voice was so compelling that the people instinctively obeyed, squatting down and covering their heads.

Chu Qingzhi continued, “People on the edges, leave first!!!”

This restored order, and those on the edges began to leave, gradually resolving the crisis.

A leading figure among the assassins, holding a long sword, sneered, “General Tang has quite the capable people by his side!”

Chu Qingzhi recognized the voice, “Xuan Nanzhou! If you act today, the Xuan family will forever be the enemy of Dalin!”

Xuan Nanzhou, though masked, was recognized by Chu Qingzhi. Initially panicked, he quickly regained his composure. If they killed Tang Jinghong today, the Xuan family would become allies of Xia Sang Kingdom, and Dalin would be powerless against them.

“You should worry about saving yourself!” Xuan Nanzhou waved his hand, “Kill!”

Arrows flew towards the platform from all directions, their tips gleaming with deadly intent.

Chu Qingzhi and the others deflected the arrows while descending from the platform…

“Protect the General!” Xi Zhaoping ordered immediately.

Hidden soldiers revealed themselves, counterattacking the assailants.

Tang Jinghong’s prearranged traps were also set into motion.

Upon landing, Chu Qingzhi saw the immediate danger around Tang Jinghong decrease and began to fight back. She gathered the arrows from the ground and sent them flying towards the rooftops.

In an instant, several assassins fell.

Seeing Chu Qingzhi’s prowess, Xuan Nanzhou felt threatened. He drew his bow, notched three arrows, and aimed at Chu Qingzhi.

Chu Qingzhi smirked, gathering three arrows of her own, and threw them to intercept Xuan Nanzhou’s.

The six arrows collided mid-air, pulverizing Xuan Nanzhou’s arrows, while Chu Qingzhi’s continued towards him.

Realizing the danger, Xuan Nanzhou dodged swiftly. An arrow pierced the roof where he had stood, causing an explosion and shaking the building.

Xuan Nanzhou was terrified and enraged, “Kill that little one! Kill him!”

A rain of arrows descended upon Chu Qingzhi.

With a simple gesture, Chu Qingzhi created an invisible barrier, stopping the arrows. With another movement, she crushed them into dust.

This spectacle left everyone in shock, but the assailants were determined. They had to kill Tang Jinghong today or face dire consequences.

“Kill!” Xuan Nanzhou ordered again.

Chu Qingzhi lifted all the remaining arrows from the ground, suspending them in mid-air. With a push, she sent them flying in all directions, striking down many assassins.

In just one move, seventy percent of the assassins were down.

Xuan Nanzhou, horrified, blew a whistle. Soon, the sound of marching troops filled the air.

Chu Qingzhi rejoined Tang Jinghong, “Troops?!”

Tang Jinghong confirmed, “Yes!”

Chu Qingzhi suspected betrayal from General Chen, “Can we trust General Chen of the border troops?”

Tang Jinghong replied, “He’s a thirty-year veteran who lost a son to Xia Sang Kingdom. He would never betray us.”

As they discussed, soldiers surrounded them.

Riding a horse at the rear was the Prince of the eastern border, who sneered, “Tang Jinghong, surrender!”

Tang Jinghong stared him down, “You are the Prince of the eastern border. Why are you using our soldiers to kill our people?”

The Prince of the eastern border laughed coldly, “Tang Jinghong, you’re the esteemed General. And I? Just a banished prince. Today, let’s see who prevails!”

He waved his hand, “Tang Jinghong is a traitor! Kill him!”

Tang Jinghong and Chu Qingzhi flew to the rooftops, “Soldiers, you’ve been deceived! Surrender now, or face the death penalty for treason!”

As he spoke, Tang’s soldiers appeared, surrounding the area.

General Chen arrived, “Ha ha ha, it’s quite lively here. I’ve brought ten thousand troops, is that enough?”

Tang Jinghong saluted from afar, “Thank you, General Chen.”

General Chen laughed, “Defending the country is our duty. No need for thanks!”

Their coordinated act left the Prince of the eastern border stunned. His arrogance vanished, replaced by the look of a defeated rooster.

Tang Jinghong commanded, “Those who surrender now will be spared. Those who resist will be executed!”

Weapons clattered to the ground as soldiers surrendered one by one.

The Prince of the eastern border, now pale, realized his defeat even before the battle started.

Xuan Nanzhou, seeing the situation, was equally dismayed. He thought the Prince’s troops would turn the tide, only to see them crushed.

Chu Qingzhi took an arrow and shot it straight through Xuan Nanzhou’s chest. He looked down at the bloody hole, then collapsed off the roof.

With their leader dead, the remaining assassins panicked.

Tang Jinghong ordered, “Kill them!”

The remaining assassins were shot, captured, or killed. The Prince’s soldiers surrendered, and the grand assassination ended.

…

A month later, Mu Xiao and Hong Feiyu returned, “Master!”

Chu Tang looked at them, “Mission accomplished?”

Mu Xiao reported, “Yes, the opium is completely eradicated from the eastern border.”

Chu Tang was very pleased, “Good. Rest now, I’ll call if needed.”

They replied, “Yes, Master.”

Chu Qingzhi went to Tang Jinghong’s tent to share the good news but found a heavy atmosphere.