Chapter 1413: Frowning

Helpless Scream

When the last batch of stolen grain, fodder, and weapons was recovered, the sky over Yexian finally seemed to clear, but Gu Yi knew that all of this was far from over. That mysterious person, although arrested, the problems hidden behind him were still bottomless.

Night fell, and the mysterious person was escorted to the main hall of the City Lord's Mansion. Gu Yi sat on the high hall, looking at this man who had once traded with a demon for his own selfish desires with a solemn expression.

"What is your name?" Gu Yi asked in a deep voice.

"My name is Mo Han," the mysterious person lowered his head, his voice hoarse.

"Why trade with a demon?" Gu Yi continued to pursue the question.

Mo Han raised his head, a trace of pain and struggle flashing in his eyes, "For power, so as not to be bullied by others anymore."

Gu Yi frowned, "So, you could betray the interests of Yexian and disregard all the people in the city?"

"I..." Mo Han was speechless.

"Do you know how much disaster your behavior brought to Yexian?" Gu Yi's voice became increasingly severe, "Those stolen grain, fodder, and weapons are the lifeblood of the people and soldiers of Yexian! Your selfish desire almost destroyed the entire city!"

Mo Han's head lowered even further, his shoulders trembling, as if he were weeping. But Gu Yi had no sympathy; he had to make this man understand how serious his crimes were.

Just then, a commotion suddenly came from outside the hall. Gu Yi frowned and signaled the soldiers to go and see what was happening. Before long, the soldiers reported that it was Mo Han's family and friends who had learned of his situation and came to plead for him one after another.

Gu Yi walked to the door of the hall, looking at those pleading people. Their faces were filled with worry and helplessness, as if saying: "He was just confused for a moment, please show mercy, City Lord."

Gu Yi's heart was filled with mixed feelings. He knew the law did not tolerate sentiment, but facing these innocent people, what choice should he make?

Returning to the hall, he looked at Mo Han and sighed deeply, "Do you know how serious your crimes are? But for the sake of your family, I will give you a chance. You will atone for your crimes by meritorious service, go and find the remnants of the demons that may still be hidden in the city, and wipe them all out."

Mo Han raised his head abruptly, a firm light flashing in his eyes, "Yes! I will definitely not live up to the City Lord's expectations!"

However, things did not go as smoothly as imagined. Although Mo Han tried hard to find the remnants of the demons, those demons seemed to have disappeared without a trace. And the people of Yexian also began to point fingers at Mo Han, and his family and friends were also implicated because of this.

Mo Han felt unprecedented pressure and loneliness. He began to doubt whether he could really complete this task, and whether he could really get everyone's forgiveness.

One night, he was patrolling the city alone. Suddenly, a familiar aura rushed toward him. It was a demon! Mo Han was shocked and immediately chased after it.

After a fierce chase and battle, Mo Han finally subdued the demon. But when he was ready to bring the demon back to the City Lord's Mansion, he discovered that more demons had suddenly emerged all around.

It turned out that all of this was a trap set by the demons! Mo Han resisted with all his might, but two fists were no match for four hands. Soon, he was surrounded by demons.

"Hahaha! Do you think you can escape our control?" a leading demon sneered, "Your soul already belongs to us!"

Mo Han was filled with despair. He looked at the increasing number of demons around him, knowing he had nowhere to escape. But he did not want to give up just like that; he still had to atone for his own sins and protect the people of Yexian.

Just then, a dazzling light descended from the sky. It was Gu Yi! He led a team of elite soldiers and killed his way into the encirclement of the demons.

"Mo Han! Hold on!" Gu Yi shouted.

Seeing Gu Yi's arrival, Mo Han seemed to see hope. He regained his spirit and fought side by side with Gu Yi.

After a thrilling battle, Gu Yi and Mo Han finally wiped out all the demons. But both of them were not lightly injured.

"Are you okay?" Gu Yi asked with concern.

Mo Han shook his head, "I'm fine. Thank you, City Lord."

"This is what I should do," Gu Yi patted him on the shoulder, "You have made a great contribution this time, and I will announce your achievements to all the people in the city."

However, Mo Han lowered his head in sorrow, "I once committed such serious crimes; even if I have made contributions, it is difficult to make up for my mistakes."

"No one is perfect, who can avoid mistakes?" Gu Yi sighed, "The key is that you have now chosen the right path. I believe the people of Yexian will forgive you."

A few days later, Gu Yi held a grand celebration banquet at the City Lord's Mansion. He announced Mo Han's achievements to all the people in the city and commended him in public.

Mo Han stood on the stage, looking at those people who had once pointed fingers at him, now applauding and cheering for him. His heart was filled with gratitude and remorse.

"Thank you everyone..." Mo Han choked with sobs, "I once committed unforgivable crimes, but you gave me a chance to turn over a new leaf. I will definitely not live up to everyone's expectations and will continue to contribute my strength to Yexian!"

After the celebration banquet ended, Mo Han walked home alone. The night was deep, there were few pedestrians on the street, and only the faint light illuminated his lonely figure. His heart did not feel light because of today's commendation; instead, it felt even heavier.

Walking through a small alley, a cold wind blew, and he couldn't help but shiver. Mo Han stopped, looking at his own hands; these hands that had once traded with a demon, now although stained with blood and sweat, also witnessed his redemption and transformation. ===== CHAPTER 1414 =====