Madam Chu stopped and turned around: "I came here today entirely because you are the children's elders, and I brought the children to see you one last time. But I cannot save you. Wanwan could indeed save you, but I will not allow Wanwan to save you!"
You colluded with Prince Rui's faction, causing my father to be seriously injured, my brother to be crippled, and tens of thousands of Chu family soldiers to lose their lives on the battlefield.
This debt requires you to pay with your blood.
Furthermore, the northern border of the Great Yan Kingdom is suffering from drought. Do you know how many people are starving, freezing, and displaced as a result?
But you only care about your own interests, colluding with Prince Rui to collect exorbitant taxes in the southern border under the guise of the imperial court to fund the army, disregarding the country and its people!
How could His Majesty so easily forgive such a crime? How could the people of the Great Yan Kingdom so easily forgive it?
Chu spoke with a strong and forceful voice, determined to portray the Sheng family as utterly wicked, so that the children would not be criticized by the world if they completely broke with the Sheng family on the execution ground.
She hadn't originally planned to change the children's surnames, since it didn't matter to her what surname they had; as long as the children weren't like the Sheng family, they were all good children.
But since the children wanted to change their surname to Chu, she expressed her respect.
She was furious, especially when she heard Sheng Wenjin questioning the Sheng family about whether they knew about Prince Rui using his life.
She desperately wanted to do something to make the Sheng family suffer terribly, and now she thought the children's idea was excellent. The Sheng family cared so much about bringing honor to their ancestors, so she would make sure they had no descendants.
Once the children change their surnames, they are no longer their descendants.
As for Sheng Ye and Sheng Moshi, they won't be able to cause trouble for long. Isn't this just making their family line end?
Thinking of this, she felt pleased, but on the surface she still maintained a righteous and awe-inspiring demeanor as she rebuked the Sheng family.
As soon as she finished speaking, cheers immediately erupted from the crowd.
"Good! As expected of General Chu's own daughter, she is sensible and righteous! We cannot let the little goddess plead for such a disloyal and unjust family!"
"Exactly! This family deserved to die! The eldest son of the Sheng family... oh! no! The eldest son of the Chu family did a good job severing ties with the Sheng family! The Chu family's family values are truly admirable! So firm, so righteous, this is the true style of a noble family."
"Kill the Sheng family, kill all the traitors who colluded with Prince Rui! These bastards, in the midst of our Great Yan Kingdom's suffering, still managed to stir up internal strife and kill so many people! They must not be forgiven, kill them!"
"Kill them! Kill them!"
"..."
On the execution platform, the Sheng family's pleas gradually subsided, as they seemed to realize that their fate was beyond redemption.
After saying those words, Chu returned to the execution platform and whispered in Sheng Lingtian's ear:
"Do you know? I killed Mu Rou'er, and I personally handed over the evidence of your crimes to the Emperor. It can be said that I played a significant role in the failure of your plan!"
Furthermore, Sheng Ye and Sheng Moshi are already trapped in the Yongzhou Mountains by the imperial army; their deaths are only a matter of time. Now, your Sheng family is effectively extinct. How about it, Sheng Lingtian, do you regret it?"
"It was you? You personally harmed my Sheng family? How dare you? How could you be so heartless? We've been husband and wife for almost twenty years!" Only now did Sheng Lingtian realize that all of this was done by the seemingly gentle and weak Chu Shi.
"Hehehe... Nearly twenty years of marriage? It's been nearly twenty years of exploitation and control, isn't it? Sheng Lingtian, you are despicable and shameless. You used Peach Blossom Sin to ruin most of my life. How could I not be willing to do that? Sheng Lingtian, don't talk to me about feelings. If it weren't for Peach Blossom Sin, someone like you wouldn't even be worthy of my attention."
"If you hadn't caught my eye, you'd still be a lowly soldier. Do you think you'd have achieved what you have today? You hate it when people call you a gigolo, but aren't you? Without me, Chu Lan, what are you?"
After finishing her words, Madam Chu stopped looking at Sheng Lingtian and left with the children.
Sheng Lingtian stared at Chu's retreating figure, his eyes bloodshot...
She said that without the Peach Blossom Sin, he wouldn't even catch her eye! She said that without her, Chu Lan was nothing!
Yes! If it weren't for the Peach Blossom Karma, he would have nothing at all! Everything he has is not because of his hard work and ability, but because of the Peach Blossom Karma!
Chu's words made him feel like a joke!
He closed his eyes briefly. Fine, so be it! What's the point of living? What's the point of living when I'm in such a terrible state?
At noon, the executioner raised his blade and brought down the heads of hundreds of Prince Rui's followers, blood splattering everywhere. The surrounding people cheered, as if this execution was a symbol of justice being served in their hearts.
Chu did not turn around. She listened to the cheers and applause behind her, her face expressionless.
Early the next morning, Madam Chu took the children to their new home, a villa outside the capital city, which was part of Madam Chu's dowry.
The Sheng family mansion was sold by the Chu family because no matter how it was renovated or rebuilt, it would remind her of the Sheng family, which she found very unlucky, so she simply moved.
As soon as Chu Wanwan entered her new home, she was captivated by the scenery. The new home was large, located in a tranquil area on the outskirts of Beijing. The mountains and rivers here were beautiful, and the scenery was delightful, like a paradise on earth.
Upon entering, a verdant bamboo grove comes into view. The bamboo is lush and green, tall and straight, and rustles in the breeze, its leaves creating a serene sound. A stream flows gently through the bamboo grove, its crystal-clear water reflecting the blue sky and white clouds, like a flowing painting.
Passing through the bamboo forest, you'll find rows of antique-style buildings. These buildings adopt a traditional architectural style, with blue bricks and gray tiles, carved beams and painted rafters, exuding a simple and elegant atmosphere. The houses are arranged in a staggered manner, with winding corridors, resembling a maze that makes people linger.
The artificial hill and pond in the courtyard complement each other beautifully. The pond water is emerald green, and lotus flowers bloom among them, emitting a faint fragrance. The artificial hill is covered with moss and green plants, resembling a small hill, adding a touch of natural wildness to the entire courtyard.
The distant mountains stretch endlessly, lush and green. The verdant trees on the mountains, against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, create a breathtaking landscape painting. Every now and then, a few birds fly through the mountains, chirping merrily, adding a touch of life and vitality to this beautiful scene.
Chu Wanwan was deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery of her new home. She held Chu Shi's hand and said excitedly, "Mother, this place is so beautiful! I love it here!"
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