Twilight's Threshold Chapter 577: Proclamation of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Decree - Novel Cool

Chapter 577: Proclamation of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Decree

Chapter 577: Proclamation of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Decree

'What is he trying to do?'

The Meng Family Elder Son, upon witnessing the death of the Governor God and the strange changes in Official Province, was greatly shaken.

But he understood the importance of priorities and knew that anger would serve no purpose in this situation. He maintained a dignified demeanor, but he couldn't help but wonder what the other party was up to, as they seemed to have more in store. His confusion grew, and the smile on his face was almost unbearable.

However, Hu Ma, at this moment, paid him no heed. After releasing his grip, the Suppression of Malevolent Spirits Golden Cudgel remained standing upright, unmoving. With a flourish of his wide sleeves, the nine copper rings on the cudgel began to rotate and collide, emitting a heavy, hoarse jingling sound that gradually grew louder.

To onlookers, the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office seemed ethereal, but it gave off an overwhelmingly heavy and towering presence. Even the Meng Family's processional tent seemed to be completely overshadowed by the office, making it look like a mere appendage.

In reality, Hu Ma was simply standing on the altar, with the golden cudgel touching the ground. Without the need for guardian objects, he had established an altar right there, drawing forth a torrent of magical power.

Very few people present could clearly see the true nature of this scene. They could only watch helplessly as their souls rose uncontrollably, feeling dazed and confused, as if they were witnessing Hu Ma entering the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office, sitting high behind the incense table, and taking out another decree, throwing it to the ground with a heavy sound that shook everyone's hearts:

"Asking for an inquiry, the Edict of the Temple of Suppressing Malevolent Spirits is proclaimed!"

"..."

Hearing these words, Zhang Agu trembled with excitement, as if her whole body was shaking.

She was a Ghost Slayer, possessing inherited skills passed down in her family. She was no stranger to the Edict of the Temple of Suppressing Malevolent Spirits, having once recited it to suppress the Five Malevolent Deities when she was forced by them.

Any Ghost Slayer with a lineage would understand the importance of the Edict of the Temple of Suppressing Malevolent Spirits. It was another great skill in the Ghost Slayer's repertoire, and by reciting the decree, they could cast a curse.

Zhang Agu naturally understood why the master of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office wanted her to proclaim the decree. She was both surprised and delighted, and with great effort, she managed to speak loudly: "The boundary between life and death divides the realms of Yin and Yang. Ghosts, spirits, and malevolent beings must abide by the rules. The Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office issues decrees, and its punishments and rewards are unwavering."

"The decree of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office is hereby proclaimed. The realms of Heaven, Earth, and the Underworld, along with the Eight Sceneries of the Yellow Springs, shall each maintain their order. Those who disturb the balance of Yin and Yang and create chaos shall be subject to interrogation and punishment without mercy."

"First Decree: At dusk, the realms of Yin and Yang shall be divided. Living beings and malevolent spirits shall each follow their own paths."

"Second Decree: Karma and retribution are accounted for. Laws and punishments are enforced. Grievances can be appealed, but evil deeds cannot escape judgment."

"Third Decree: In the realm of the living, in the land of the deceased..."

"..."

One by one, as she struggled to speak in official language, she recited these rules and decrees that had long been absent from the world. Each word and phrase resonated within the ears of those present.

In the land of Mingzhou, numerous Ghost Slayers had established altars, and spirits were following orders. Thus, her voice carried to every sacred altar and reached the ears and hearts of various spirits and malevolent beings.

At that moment, the candles on the altars of the Ghost Slayers flickered and burned fiercely, and the incense smoke rose straight as an arrow, piercing through the clouds.

The spirits and vengeful ghosts trembled and shivered, feeling a chill in their hearts. They even felt that the sun in the sky seemed brighter, making them uncomfortable under its glare, wishing they could hide immediately. But because they were still following orders, they managed to endure for the time being.

The commotion that covered the vast land of Mingzhou naturally startled countless people. Suddenly, they realized what the Hu Family Noble was doing, and their hearts trembled:

"Ah, that's right..."

"This is the most important thing about the reopening of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office..."

"He... he is telling the ghosts, spirits, and malevolent beings of this world that the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office has reopened, and the Ghost Slayers have returned..."

"..."

"Nonsense!"

But at that very moment, on the entire battlefield, countless people, whether they were hungry ghosts or Grain Protection Army soldiers, were subdued by the woman's voice. Their knees weakened, and they knelt down.

For they were not kneeling to a person but to the rules, and even Hu Ma did not stop them. However, this display of power first unsettled the Meng Family Young Master, whose hands began to tremble. For a moment, he seemed to be struggling with a mix of anger and laughter:

"You just said that you've broken all the rules, causing chaos in Mingzhou, and now you want to talk about rules?"

"..."

As if sensing the Young Master's thoughts, before he could speak, a figure within the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office suddenly gave him a cold stare.

This glance startled the Young Master, and he steadied himself. Then, he heard Hu Ma's calm voice from within the office: "No one can escape the decree of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office, not even the ghosts, spirits, and malevolent beings of Mingzhou."

"Mingzhou is in peril, and its citizens are suffering from the chaos. Even in urgent times, hungry ghosts are still living beings. Ghosts, spirits, and malevolent beings must not infringe upon them, for every life is precious!"

"..."

These words resounded with a thunderous boom, causing countless spirits and malevolent beings to tremble with fear: 'Damn, we know it's not easy to get by when dealing with these noble lords. You take the credit, and we get the blame, right?'

'And you're already thinking of abandoning us before this is over?'

'...'

The Heaven's Mandate General, who was deeply mired in confusion, also trembled upon hearing these words. He looked at the altar with a mixture of disbelief and astonishment, his eyes filled with bewilderment: "Living beings... living beings... in Mingzhou, there are still those who consider us living beings?

"However, I have the Seven Slaying Orders in my possession, and all matters in Mingzhou are under my responsibility."

Amidst countless bewildered and questioning gazes, Hu Ma sat high on the platform, declaring in a low voice, "Heaven and Earth, Ghosts and Gods, if you witness any wrongdoing, do not hold back. Cause and effect will be repaid, and I shall accept it willingly..."

"..."

"Huh?"

These words, like thunderclaps, startled everyone, causing them to stare dumbfounded. The noble of the Hu family was currently on the altar, the place closest to Heaven and Earth, and the abode of Ghosts and Gods. Speaking such words, did he truly fear attracting something?

The elder son of the Meng family was even more surprised, exclaiming in disbelief, "You dare to take on such a crime? Do you know that this sin is inescapable!"

"Don't think it's just empty talk. You've incurred such sins in the Netherworld, and they can't be easily erased in this world. Just wait for the Li Family of Impermanence to come for you!"

Although the other party had made a mistake, he should have been happy, but seeing what he did was incomprehensible, and instead of feeling pleased, he felt a sense of unease and fear.

Hu Ma, however, remained on the altar, casting a cold glance at him and saying in a cold voice, "If it's a crime, one should not escape punishment!"

"Even if it's me, there's no exception."

"..."

He then lifted his gaze, looking into the distance from the altar, his voice resonating and reaching every sacred altar, spreading across the land: "If there's guilt, it's mine. Those who have merit should also be rewarded."

"All living people and citizens who protect food and safeguard lives have a debt of gratitude to the living. They should receive incense offerings. Now, by the order of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office, those who hold the Seven Slaying Orders and have merit, if they wish to serve, may enter the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office as officials. Those who wish to protect peace in their region may establish temples to preserve blessings."

"..."

"Wow!"

It was only after these words that astonishing disturbances occurred in various places in Mingzhou. Countless spirits were in disbelief at what they heard.

Just moments ago, they had been worried about being abandoned after crossing the river, but now, with this promise, they were both shocked and delighted.

"Build temples, build temples..."

In Niujiawan, an old turtle emerged from the water, its shell as large as a millstone under the sun. Its voice trembled with excitement: "Really build temples?"

"It's not another trick, is it?"

"..."

In other places, the wind blew through the forests, shaking branches and rustling leaves. Foxes howled, and badgers laughed, as if all the demons, ghosts, and monsters were celebrating.

"..."

As for the forced witness from the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office, the young master of the Meng family, could no longer hold back his expression. When it came to distributing the Incense Fire Orders, their Meng family was unparalleled, scattering them everywhere without restraint.

But the key was that even the Meng family didn't distribute them like this. Are they treating them like cabbages?

If your Hu family sets this precedent, and building temples becomes so easy, then what about the ones our Meng family issued before? What will they become now that the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office has just emerged? He only issued this order in Mingzhou, otherwise, not only me, but even the elders of my family would be unable to sit still. He still remembered to remind me of his dignity, but how could he laugh now?

"Please accept my apology, and the rewards are well-deserved."

But he didn't expect Hu Ma to continue, sitting high on the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office, his gaze falling on one person, and saying in a deep voice, "Those who are guilty shall be punished, and those who have merit shall be rewarded. Those with grievances may also bring their complaints to the temple. As the master of the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office, I stand here with the Golden Mace. Even if I were to be shattered to pieces, I will seek justice for you!"

"Grievances? What grievances?"

Hearing these words out of the blue, others might not understand, and it even seemed sudden.

Unexpectedly, in the crowd, there was a person who looked like an idiot, his expression dazed and confused, almost forgotten by others. But upon hearing these words, his body trembled.

Ever since hearing Hu Ma's earlier words, he had been in a state of confusion and self-doubt, plagued by endless self-questioning. When he heard that the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office also recognized the starving ghosts of Dark Province as living beings, he was already moved, and now, he was even more shaken.

The long-suppressed anger, resentment, frustration, and the complex emotions that had reached their limit, all surged forth in this moment.

Suddenly, as if he had made countless resolutions, he strode forward, approaching the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Golden Mace standing on the ground. With determination, he slowly bent his knees and knelt heavily.

He shouted, "I have a grievance!"

"I... I'm not doing this for myself. I'm doing it for the citizens of Dark Province. They have always adhered to their duties, yet they faced natural disasters, man-made calamities, and deception by ghosts and gods. They starved to death. I want to file a complaint on their behalf!"

"..."

"You..."

The surroundings fell silent for a moment, and the elder son of the Meng family's face changed, filled with disbelief.

In the altar, or rather, in the eyes of others, within the Pacifying Malevolent Spirits Office, Hu Ma slowly leaned forward, looking at the kneeling Heavenly Will General, and said in a deep voice, "You need to understand that the crime of Dark Province's people eating each other and attracting ghosts is unforgivable."

The Heavenly Will General's face was filled with sorrow as he said, "Even the crimes of Mingzhou are unforgivable, let alone Dark Province? Let alone me?"

"But I just want to file a complaint. If you dare to accept it, then come and behead me!"

"..."

Hu Ma's expression turned solemn, his gaze cold as he looked at him and said, "Good. I promise you, and I promise the citizens of Dark Province. Write a letter of complaint, and I'll accept it. Then, I'll behead you!"

(End of Chapter)

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