They were filled with indignation, but could only grit their teeth and accept it, obediently handing over all of their gains. Only then did they avoid a vicious beating.
Of course, some young Celestial Prides were defiant and wanted to fight back, but the outcome was predictable. In less than a few rounds, all of their followers collapsed, coughing up blood.
Not only were all the gains they had acquired within Qianyuan Prefecture plundered, but even some of the Magical Artifacts on their persons were casually stripped from them.
These scenes were reflected by the Round Mirror in the Central Square, causing the faces of the representatives from the great ministers and Noble Families to turn as black as the bottom of a pot. They were furious, openly demanding that Emperor Xia uphold justice.
This was utterly lawless! It was a complete violation of the rules and of fairness.
Even several widely renowned Commandery Princesses were robbed clean.
