Free Web NovelChapter 1134: Chapter 1078: Surrendered Again_2
However, just as he raised the gun in his hand, he suddenly froze, and the eyes looking through the scope couldn’t help but widen.
As for the hand prepared to pull the trigger?
Naturally, it retracted again.
As to why, of course, it was because Lin Yi saw something that left him speechless through the scope.
He saw that at this moment, these people unexpectedly ran to a position over a hundred steps outside the city and threw down their weapons.
And the soldiers arriving behind them did the same, tossing their weapons at a designated spot, and then retreated onward before squatting down on the empty ground outside the city walls on both sides.
What Lin Yi had seen earlier was indeed the scene of them throwing weapons outside, which immediately made him withdraw his finger.
This act of discarding weapons was clearly a signal of goodwill from the other side indicating they had completely given up resistance.
Seeing this scene also prompted the soldiers here to let out a long sigh of relief.
After all, the garrison here was made up of Zhao Country people, among whom there were naturally many acquaintances and even relatives.
Had they really clashed, bloodshed would have been inevitable, leading to tragic fraternal conflicts.
This was something they absolutely did not want to see. But now, faced with this situation, if the other side had indeed charged at them, it would have shown a total disregard for kinship, forcing them into passive defense or outright counterattack.
Otherwise, they would face a merciless slaughter—with mercy on their side, but certainly not from the other.
Fortunately, they witnessed the scene of surrender, which was a relief to their hearts, allowing them to lower their raised weapons.
It seemed their worries were unwarranted.
Though they had feared a fierce battle, upon reconsideration, it was understandable.
After all, who would dare to think of resisting in the face of an Immortal like you?
With such a deadly technique, how could anyone ensure they wouldn’t be the next to fall?
For this reason, even allies felt a chill at Lin Yi’s actions, let alone his enemies.
No one could have imagined that with just a wave of his hand, this Immortal eliminated the Eldest Prince.
In Great Zhao Country, the Eldest Prince was a figure who held sway over all elements.
Besides King Zhao, he was the most competent.
Though the Third Prince was usually lively, in terms of actual power, he was nowhere near the Eldest Prince.
No exaggeration, nearly half of the powerful ministers in court were in the Eldest Prince’s hand.
Even the Grand General followed the Eldest Prince’s orders, didn’t he?
Of course, that was before, since the Grand General no longer heeds his commands now.
Besides the Grand General, the two highest-ranking civil servants were also his men.
It was with their support that the Eldest Prince aspired to such a high position.
If not for them, he would likely have stayed content as Crown Prince and definitely wouldn’t have rushed for the throne.
But no one could have imagined that today, with a casual gesture, he was completely dealt with, eliminating one of Zhao Country’s top power holders.
These soldiers were profoundly shaken.
In their view, that was the peak of power, but in front of an Immortal, it was like being as insignificant as an ant, emphasizing Lin Yi’s grandeur.
When they looked at Lin Yi, their fear and reverence increased.
Not only that, but a thought unexpectedly arose: if news of the Eldest Prince’s death reached Capital City, would the Third Prince jump for joy?
After all, with the Eldest Prince dead, the most likely candidate for the Emperor’s position would be none other than the Third Prince. It’s not impossible that the title of Crown Prince could fall into his hands by the next day.
Currently, in Zhao Country, the competition is only between these two; the other princes are either incompetent or have already been done in by them.
At this moment, King Zhao realistically could only entrust great responsibilities to these two sons.
Initially, the Eldest Prince performed far better than the Third Prince. Therefore, King Zhao has no intention to change the Crown Prince. However, ministers opposing the Eldest Prince are unwilling to let him rise uncontested, thus supporting the Third Prince.
If they receive news of the Eldest Prince’s death, they are likely to celebrate overnight.
In contrast, what will be the reaction of those aligned with the Eldest Prince?
Not only did the Eldest Prince die, but his most trusted General also betrayed him, devastating them further.
Moreover, with one traitor and one death in their ranks, the Emperor might grow wary of that faction.
At that time, to ensure smooth succession for the rightful heir, those people might be purged.
Of course, these are just thoughts in the soldiers’ minds. At this moment, the old general, the Grand General here, had no such musings; seeing the Eldest Prince’s fate gave him little hope for the Third Prince’s success in ascending the throne.
In his eyes, he foresaw the upcoming downfall of the entire Zhao Royal Family.
He could already predict King Zhao following the Eldest Prince’s path, and the Third Prince wouldn’t fare much better.
If they appeared at the next city, they’d likely end up like today’s Eldest Prince, being the first ones eliminated by Lin Yi.
As for the ministers loyal to either side, they will, in the future, swear allegiance to the Emperor of the new dynasty.
Of course, among them all, he would be their leader, undoubtedly.
After all, he led King You all the way into the Capital City—if not for honor, at least out of merit and toil.
These are matters for later. Let’s concentrate on the current battlefield.
Seeing a mess of squatting people over there, the old man couldn’t help but grin and lavish praise on Lin Yi.
Flattery, however frequent, never fails, and the old man was highly experienced in this, having navigated officialdom for a lifetime. When it came to flattery, he was ever-ready.
However, Lin Yi responded to the old man’s flattery with a swift kick in the rear, then pointed across and said:
"Alright, stop your yapping here. Hurry up and gather people to clean up the mess. Once it’s sorted, we can proceed, aiming to take Capital City within five days."
Kicked but unangered, the old man, face full of an ingratiating grin, cheerfully responded and scurried off to clean up the mess with his crew.
This drew some eye-rolls from the watching Deputy Generals.
Silently remarking, this old man has no shame. Today’s conduct was unimaginable before—it’s not what you’d expect from a Grand General.
Remarkably strict in usual circumstances, the old man always wore a stern face.
[To be continued...]
