Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1112: Chapter 112: Enfeoffment of Kings with Different Surnames

”Justice!”

”Justice!”

”Justice!”

The soldiers of the Northern Desert Army also cried out loudly, as they could not stand idly by and watch their commander being tortured like this. They absolutely would not rest until they saw their enemy die a miserable death right on the spot.

”Is it possible that even at this time, Your Majesty still wants to spare Si Kong Zun? Could it be that Your Majesty is hesitant to punish him because of the fear of the True Demon Empire?”

Ling Xiao looked coldly at Phoenix Immeasurable.

Since the opponent was shameless, he would simply resort to the last move if necessary.

In the eyes of the Moon Lady, the Imperial City was not worth mentioning at all.

It could be destroyed for all she cared.

However, such actions might lead to a tremendous loss of lives, and many innocent people might die as victims.

That was the reason why Ling Xiao had always been hesitant to make a decision.

If Phoenix Immeasurable was willing to execute Si Kong Zun, then everything would naturally be much simpler.

”Please, Emperor, grant the execution of Si Kong Zun! Grant justice to the heroes!”

Loud and clear, each shout was like thunder.

The immense plea rose again over the sky of the Imperial City.

Phoenix Immeasurable had thought that with Lady Jia’s interlude, many people would have forgotten about this matter, but he was wrong.

Who could forget such a thing?

Who would dare forget?

To forget means that one day, one might become such a sacrifice oneself.

Phoenix Immeasurable suddenly touched his head and sighed, ”Hidden Mountain, I suddenly feel unwell. I entrust you with full authority to handle the matters that follow. Make sure to handle them well and avoid inciting a civil unrest.”

Since he couldn’t make a decision, Phoenix Immeasurable simply feigned illness and left, dumping the hot mess onto Feng Yingshan.

Of course, for someone who lacked courage and was indecisive, this was a hot mess.

But for Feng Yingshan, it was an excellent opportunity.

By executing Si Kong Zun, he could firmly grasp public opinion and owe Ling Xiao a favor, which would be convenient to use later.

Naturally, he was also very aware that such action was dangerous and might provoke the Imperial Advisor to act against him.

But he actually had no choice.

He had two competitors; one was the current Emperor, who was comfortably seated as the supreme ruler and had good relations with Changle Immortal Island and the Righteous Qi Alliance.

The other was Crown Prince Phoenix Mingqishan, who had immense prestige in the military, commanding the loyalty of soldiers from all troops except the Northern Desert Army and the Imperial City Army, and they were willing to follow his orders.

Because he was brave and good at fighting.

Feng Yingshan was at an absolute disadvantage and only by taking a gamble could he possibly secure some capital.

For instance, now, if he were to kill Si Kong Zun on the spot, his prestige in the court would inevitably rise.

And the Northern Desert Army would be grateful to him, and the citizens of the Imperial City would remember him.

More importantly, Ling Xiao would be grateful to him.

With this, he would have the capital to compete with those two competitors.

Phoenix Immeasurable’s departure, entrusting him with full authority over this matter, indicated an unwillingness to offend Si Kong Zun and the Imperial Advisor, and not wanting to offend the True Demon Empire.

And he, on the other hand, must seize this opportunity.

”Just now, everyone heard it. The Emperor has entrusted this day’s matters entirely to this prince. Now, I declare restoration of Ji Ning and others’ ranks and by imperial decree, appoint Ji Ning as the Northern Territory King, to lead the Northern Desert, building a huge shield for our Phoenix God Empire in the Northern Territory and preventing the Black Crow Empire from taking any advantage!”

Feng Yingshan’s understanding of full authority naturally included rewards and punishments.

If Phoenix Immeasurable refused to acknowledge it later, it would be useless.

Having said so in the presence of so many, unless Phoenix Immeasurable didn’t want to be the Emperor anymore, such rewards that were not overly excessive, were not a problem.

And Feng Yingshan had measured it very well.

”Thank you, Hidden Mountain Reserve Monarch!”

Ji Ning naturally knew Feng Yingshan was helping him, so he gave respect to Feng Yingshan.

”Furthermore, after confirmation, Ling Xiao has made remarkable war achievements in the battle against the Black Crow Empire. Not only did he turn the tide of the war, repelled the invading army, he also killed Timmerman Muto and captured Jiumo Zhiyan alive. Such military exploits are earth-shattering. This king hereby promotes him to Military Governor of Northern Desert City, assisting General Ji Ning.

Additionally, he is granted the title King of Heavenly Dragon and bestowed the lands east of the Eastern Province.”

The Eastern Province is a small city adjacent to the Eastern Sea.

It is even smaller than Northern Desert City, much smaller actually, with a population of only tens of thousands.

But discerning individuals knew there was more to Feng Yingshan’s words.

What does ”east of the Eastern Province” mean?

What does ”King of Heavenly Dragon” imply?

To the east of the Eastern Province, isn’t that referring to the Heavenly Dragon Continent?

And doesn’t the title King of Heavenly Dragon also suggest the Heavenly Dragon Continent?

In fact, Feng Yingshan is fulfilling his own promise. By bestowing the Eastern Province to Ling Xiao, Ling Xiao can begin his great undertaking of destroying the True Demon Empire.

And the Phoenix God Empire would not obstruct this.

Though there are verbal alliances, incidents of the True Demon Empire’s army launching pirate raids disguised as pirates along the coastline of the Phoenix God Empire are not uncommon.

Everyone was surprised upon hearing this.

You see, in the Phoenix God Empire, the highest governing body is the Righteous Qi Alliance, followed by the Royal Family.

Generally, only members of the Royal Family are eligible to be titled as kings.

Yet today, both Ji Ning and Ling Xiao have been granted the title of kings by Feng Yingshan, making the event remarkably special.

Many kings not of royal blood usually have nominal titles without much real significance.

But it is different for Ji Ning and Ling Xiao, as both are ennobled kings with territories, which is very rare indeed.

To the east of the Eastern Province lies Ling Xiao’s domain. Within this area, Ling Xiao holds the power of life and death, where he can deal with anyone at will, even without reporting to the court.

This is the prerogative of a king.

Feng Yingshan dares to do this also for his own future considerations.

He knows that Ling Xiao is an ambitious man, but also knows that Ling Xiao holds no regard for the Phoenix God Empire, so there is no direct competition between them.

This is a true visionary.

Unlike some who are short-sighted, always feeling that Ling Xiao will seize their power and status, which is truly foolish.

It should be said that Feng Yingshan is extending an olive branch to Ling Xiao.

It can’t even be considered as courting.

With Feng Yingshan’s vision, he naturally sees that Ling Xiao is not just any ordinary being and trying to make such a person his subordinate is certainly going to be at a loss.

It’s better to maintain a friendly relationship and become allies.

”Thank you, Hidden Mountain Reserve Monarch.”

Ling Xiao said indifferently.

In reality, whether Feng Yingshan bestowed the title on him or not, it didn’t matter. After this incident, both Ji Ning and the Northern Desert Army were willing to follow his lead.

In practice, they had already become his private soldiers.

Feng Yingshan’s actions were merely adding impetus.

Of course, Ling Xiao was still grateful for Feng Yingshan’s good intentions. He would return the favor tenfold if someone showed him kindness.

This was his nature.

Furthermore, he was always very clear in his mind that his current status wasn’t due to his own strength, but because of the presence of Moon Lady.

It wasn’t his own merit.

It was by basking in Moon Lady’s glory.

He couldn’t be too arrogant. If he wasn’t strong enough, no matter how powerful those around him were, they couldn’t possibly protect everything.

Only when he himself became powerful, would that be true strength.

Only at that time could he truly master his own fate.