The Enemy Is at the Gates: The Empress Begs Me for Forgiveness

“By the Mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: Shen Zhong, commander of the Falcon Division, has been corrupt and lawless, framing loyal subjects, colluding with enemy forces, and betraying his country for personal gain… He is to be imprisoned in the imperial jail at once. The Dali Temple shall thoroughly investigate his crimes…”

When the birds are gone, the bow is put away. When the rabbits are dead, the hounds are cooked.

I punished corrupt officials, executed wicked tyrants, subdued bandits and wiped out brigands, saving the people from misery…

I rooted out treacherous ministers, eliminated powerful clans, subdued the gentry, and brought talented scholars from humble families into court…

I poured my heart and soul into saving the Empress from danger and shoring up the crumbling empire…

Now that peace reigns across the land, the Empress wants me dead.

I gave my heart to the bright moon, but the moon shines on a ditch.

Since you show me no mercy, don’t blame me for showing none in return!

Three years. Just wait three years.

I will return in triumph and make you kneel and beg for mercy…