Wang Tingyue took the sword from her hand.
Lu Xiu also let go of her hand. He stopped looking at her, instead clasping his hands behind his back and sweeping his gaze over the crowd. His eyes were cold and sharp. "By order of His Majesty, I am here on an inspection tour. If anyone dares to maliciously stir up trouble or obstruct the epidemic prevention efforts, they will be executed by slow slicing as a warning to others."
His ethereal, handsome features, complemented by a purple robe and golden belt, spoke of his noble status. His expression was composed as his voice, clear and resonant, rang out at a measured pace.
Though his voice wasn't loud, it stunned everyone present into holding their breath and falling completely silent.
The assembled generals dropped to their knees to receive the order, and the families of the officials followed suit, prostrating themselves on the ground.
