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Chapter 670 - 670 0431 Apologize Properly

Chapter 670: Chapter 0431: Apologize Properly Chapter 670: Chapter 0431: Apologize Properly Chapter 0431 The Apology

Zhou Qingyu’s plan had finally paid off. Once Jin Jin found him and conveyed Qi Tian’s intention, Zhou Qingyu’s body trembled with excitement. He had never dreamed of receiving such an opportunity – to be a representative of the Great Zhao Nation and accept an apology from the ruler of a nation; an honor that most people could never achieve in their lifetime.

In no time, Zhou Qingyu began to select from his subordinates according to the requirements Qi Tian described through Jin Jin’s words; he soon chose nine men. Together with him, they made a group of ten. Guided by Jin Jin, they ascended the city wall and met with Qi Tian and his companions.

This was not Zhou Qingyu’s first encounter with Qi Tian. He had respected Qi Tian when they had met previously, largely due to Qi Tian’s formidable reputation in the Great Zhao Nation, which even the Crown Prince feared. As a commander who held a minor official position in a district guard office, how could he not feel the same fear? However, this encounter was different, he could see a large table placed on the wall. Qi Tian sat at the head of the table facing south. On his left was the Bei Rong Emperor, dressed in royal robes and wearing a crown, and on his right the Bei Rong Crown Prince, clad in a python robe with a purple gold crown. Opposite Qi Tian was the Bei Rong National Teacher, Jiang Yalin, dressed in a Taoist robe.

For the common people of other regions in the Great Zhao Nation, the Bei Rong people were only a symbol. Especially in recent years, as they had been well-behaved and hadn’t violated the border of the Great Zhao Nation for decades, their presence in the minds of the commoners had been quite low. However, this was not the case for the people of Baoding Prefecture who directly faced the threats of the Bei Rong people. Historically, during the Bei Rong people’s ten invasions of the Great Zhao Nation, nine were launched through Baoding Prefecture. The other people of the Great Zhao Nation might overlook the Bei Rong people, but the soldiers and civilians of Baoding Prefecture certainly did not forget them.

The pressure on the military and civilians of Baoding Prefecture from the Bei Rong Emperor and Crown Prince – who were Bei Rong themselves – was an unimaginable burden. In the past, when they invaded the Great Zhao Nation, both the Bei Rong Emperor and Crown Prince had ventured deep into Baoding Prefecture, wreaking havoc and destruction. An abundance of the prefecture’s civilians had lost their homes and lives due to these two individuals. In those times, the mere mention of the Bei Rong Emperor or Crown Prince could stop a crying child.

Now, however, the tables had turned – the once fearsome Bei Rong Emperor and Crown Prince were now subordinate to Qi Tian. This stunning sight was beyond Zhou Qingyu’s wildest dreams; what he had never dared to think about, even in his dreams, suddenly became reality.

To Zhou Qingyu, Qi Tian’s image seemed immeasurably grand and divine. His admiration and respect for Qi Tian reached its pinnacle at this moment.

Approaching the table, Zhou Qingyu fell to his knees, “Mojiang Zhou Qingyu pays his respects to the Master.”

Jin Jin had told him to address Qi Tian as “Master” just before they climbed the city wall, instead of “County Master” in the presence of the Bei Rong Emperor and Crown Prince. Although Qi Tian might not mind, it might provoke the Bei Rong people to ridicule them.

Seeing Zhou Qingyu kneeling, the soldiers he brought along also kneeled one after the other. The shock they experienced was no less than Zhou Qingyu’s. Had they not seen it with their own eyes, they would never have believed that anyone in the world could make the Bei Rong Emperor and Bei Rong Crown Prince yield.

With a wave of his hand, Qi Tian beckoned Zhou Qingyu and the others to rise. “General Zhou, lead your brothers and stand in line,” he ordered.

Without delay, Zhou Qingyu and his men lined up as per Qi Tian’s request.

“Alright, Your Majesty, preparations have been made. You may now begin your sincere apology and introspection towards the representatives of the Great Zhao Nation.” Qi Tian addressed the Bei Rong Emperor in a carefree manner.

The Bei Rong Emperor clenched his fist in response. He was extremely unsettled internally and wanted very much to argue with Qi Tian. The idea of apologizing to mere mortals was thoroughly humiliating. However, he knew any request he made at this point would be futile. Qi Tian would not permit any other method of apology, nor would he allow any alternative to it.

Supported by the table, the Bei Rong Emperor got up. Both the Bei Rong Crown Prince and National Teacher, Jiang Yalin, hastily stood before him as he made his way. The Bei Rong Emperor emerged from behind the table and approached Zhou Qingyu and his men. He scanned their faces, remembering each one. He intended to imprint their faces deep in his mind, vowing to use his ruthless methods to let them understand the repercussion of receiving an apology from a ruler and Gold Core cultivator.

The Bei Rong Emperor’s gaze felt so intense that more than half of Zhou Qingyu’s men could no longer withstand it. They involuntarily lowered their heads, not daring to meet his glare. The remaining few were also avoiding the Bei Rong Emperor’s gaze. Out of the ten men, only Zhou Qingyu was able to persist at this time.

Zhou Qingyu was certainly afraid, worrying about the potential repercussions from the Bei Rong people. However, he also understood how precious this opportunity was. Today was undoubtedly the greatest moment of his life. Regardless of what tomorrow might bring, even if it meant death, he had to muster all his courage to accept the apology from the Bei Rong Emperor. It was what they deserved.