Too many female prisoners, a special forces soldier transmigrates and marries wildly.

In the following days, Qingzhou City was filled with a tense atmosphere, yet there was also an eerie calm after the storm.

Wanted posters were plastered all over the streets and alleys, and Mo Sangeng's sinister face and "hawk" features spread throughout the city. Yang Dingbian led his troops, searching the city day and night, especially the slums in the west of the city, which were filled with all sorts of people, and they were almost turned upside down. The Qi Prince's mansion was surrounded by heavy troops, allowing entry but not exit. The once bustling mansion was now deserted and deathly silent.

Inside the prefectural government office, Feng Zhen anxiously awaited the imperial edict from the capital while simultaneously intensifying the investigation of Zhou An, Han Lu, and others, working to solidify the chain of evidence. Meanwhile, Clerk Wang was busy organizing the vast amount of case files and evidence. Lin Feng, in the east wing's guest courtyard, rarely ventured out, spending his days either stretching his limbs or reading and contemplating.

On the evening of the third day, Yang Dingbian arrived at the East Wing Guest Courtyard.

He was travel-worn and tired, but his eyes held an irrepressible excitement.

"Master Lin," Yang Dingbian dismissed his attendants and lowered his voice to say to Lin Feng, "Mo Sangeng... has been caught!"

Lin Feng's spirits lifted: "Where were you caught? Did he confess?"

"We caught him in an abandoned brick kiln in the western part of the city. That old bastard is incredibly cunning; we almost let him escape again. When we caught him, he was mixing a new poison, seemingly intending to use it against us." A flicker of fear crossed Yang Dingbian's eyes. "This fellow isn't very skilled in martial arts, but his poison techniques are unpredictable. We lost three brothers before we finally subdued him, and we were even poisoned by his smoke. Luckily, we received timely treatment. After bringing him back, Lord Feng personally interrogated him, using every method imaginable. At first, the old bastard was very stubborn, but he couldn't withstand the torture, and seeing that Prince Qi's power was waning, he finally confessed!"

"What did he confess to?" Lin Feng pressed.

"He confessed to a lot!" Yang Dingbian said. "He admitted that the poisons Huang San, Liu Neng, and Qin Wu were all prepared by him. He also revealed two other secret contact points of 'Falcon' in Qingzhou, and we have already sent people to investigate them."

"Most importantly," Yang Dingbian's voice was even lower, tinged with mystery, "he confessed that he knew the true identity of 'Falcon'!"

"Oh?" Lin Feng's pupils contracted slightly.

"He said that 'Falcon' is not a Di Rong person, but... but a person from our Great Zhou! Moreover, he comes from a distinguished family!" Yang Dingbian said, word by word. "'Falcon' was originally the commander of the personal guards of the late Prince Jing, with the compound surname Xiahou and the single name 'Ying'! After Prince Jing's death, Xiahou Ying harbored resentment and infiltrated the northern border. Relying on his superior martial arts and cunning, he gradually took control of the Di Rong 'Shadow Falcon' organization, and adopted the alias 'Falcon,' specifically opposing the court and secretly supporting ambitious vassal kings like Prince Qi, intending to stir up trouble throughout the world!"

Xiahou Ying! A former subordinate of Prince Jing! The actual controller of the Di Rong's "Shadow Hawk"!

Lin Feng's heart trembled violently! No wonder "Falcon" knew so much about the inner workings of the Great Zhou Dynasty and grasped the Qi King's thoughts so accurately! He was not only Di Rong's blade, but also a poisonous thorn lurking in the heart of the Great Zhou Dynasty! For the Qi King to collude with such a person was simply inviting a wolf into the house and seeking a tiger's skin!

"Where is he now? Does Mo San know?" Lin Feng asked urgently.

Yang Dingbian shook his head: "Mo San said that Xiahou Ying's whereabouts are unpredictable, and he usually only contacts him through a single line. The last time he contacted him was before the Ciyun Temple incident, when he was instructed to prepare a potent medicine that could greatly increase one's power in a short period of time, but would sever all meridians afterward, supposedly to deal with a troublesome opponent. There has been no contact since then. Mo San guesses that with the Ciyun Temple exposed and the Qi King's crimes revealed, Xiahou Ying probably already knows that things are hopeless, and has either already fled Qingzhou, or... is lying in the shadows, preparing for a final gamble!"

A last-ditch effort? Lin Feng's heart skipped a beat.

A man like Xiahou Ying, who has painstakingly planned for many years, would never be willing to fail so easily. He will definitely seek revenge, and his target is very likely... Feng Zhen, or the key figure who caused the plan to be exposed!

"Is Lord Feng aware of this matter? What are your plans?" Lin Feng asked in a deep voice.

"Lord Feng is aware of this and has already increased the number of guards around the prefectural government office. He has also instructed us to strengthen our vigilance, especially here," Yang Dingbian said.

"Furthermore, Mo San also confessed that Xiahou Ying may have another secret identity in Qingzhou as a cover, and may even be hiding in... the Qi Prince's mansion!"

The Prince Qi's Mansion? Lin Feng gasped.

Yes, the most dangerous place is the safest place! The Qi Prince's mansion is surrounded, seemingly as solid as an iron barrel, but who can guarantee that the mysterious Xiahou Ying isn't disguised as some inconspicuous servant or guard in the mansion, or even... just some seemingly harmless advisor or retainer by the Qi Prince's side?

"Lord Feng has decided that once the imperial decree arrives, while arresting Prince Qi, he will thoroughly search Prince Qi's residence, identify everyone involved, and make sure to find this Xiahou Ying!" Yang Dingbian's eyes flashed with cold light.

Just as the two were talking in hushed tones, a rapid sound of horses' hooves suddenly came from outside the prefectural government office, followed by a long, loud call:

"Imperial decree has arrived!"

"Imperial Envoy Feng Zhen, receive the imperial decree!"

finally come!

Lin Feng and Yang Dingbian exchanged a glance, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.

The imperial edict that would determine the fate of the King of Qi, and also the future situation of Qingzhou and even the northern border, has finally arrived!

Feng Zhen had already changed into his court robes. He led all the officials of the prefectural government, opened the central gate, burned incense, set up an altar, and knelt to receive the imperial edict.

A pale-faced, beardless eunuch dressed in a scarlet robe, with an effeminate air, entered swaggering in, surrounded by several guards in brocade robes. He unfurled a bright yellow scroll and loudly proclaimed in a high-pitched voice:

"By the grace of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: I have heard of the unrest in Qingzhou. The Prince of Qi has rebelled, secretly colluding with the barbarians, aiding the enemy in their treason, plotting to assassinate the Imperial Envoy, and framing innocent people. Their actions deserve execution, and their intentions deserve extermination! I hereby order Imperial Envoy, Earl of Loyalty and Bravery, Feng Zhen, to immediately arrest Prince Zhu Hong of Qi and his accomplices and bring them to the capital for joint trial by the Three Judicial Offices! All their property shall be confiscated! All officials involved, regardless of rank, shall be arrested and questioned! The barbarian spies 'Falcon' and the sorcerer Mo Sangeng, among others, must be captured and brought to justice! Those who have rendered meritorious service shall be investigated and reported by Feng Zhen, and further rewards shall be given! This is the imperial decree!"

The imperial edict was sternly worded and filled with murderous intent, clearly ordering the arrest of Prince Qi, the confiscation of his property, and the capture of any remaining followers! This was tantamount to a final verdict on Prince Qi's demise!

"Your subject, Feng Zhen, accepts the imperial decree and expresses his gratitude! Long live the Emperor!" Feng Zhen received the imperial decree with both hands, his expression solemn.

The eunuch delivering the imperial edict handed it to Feng Zhen, a faint smile appearing on his effeminate face. "Lord Feng, His Majesty is extremely furious about this case and has ordered a thorough investigation to uncover the truth and eradicate any remaining threats. Prince Qi is of noble birth, yet his crimes are heinous, and His Majesty will not tolerate them. I entrust this matter to you, Lord Feng. I must return to the capital immediately to report back, so I will not linger any longer."

"You've had a hard time, sir," Feng Zhen said politely, then ordered someone to present the travel gifts and personally escorted the eunuch out of the prefectural office.

After seeing the angel off, Feng Zhen immediately returned to the second hall, his expression stern. He addressed his trusted confidants, including Yang Dingbian and Wang Shuli, who were already waiting, as well as Lin Feng (whom Feng Zhen had allowed to listen in due to his special status), and said in a deep voice:

"The imperial decree has been issued. Gentlemen, follow me immediately to the Qi Prince's residence to arrest the traitorous Prince Zhu Hong, search the residence, apprehend his remaining accomplices, and search for the traitor Xiahou Ying!"

"We will obey your command, sir!" The crowd roared in response, their killing intent filling the air!

A thunderous crackdown targeting the prince, implicating the Di Rong, and shaking the court has finally begun under this imperial edict, officially opening the final and bloodiest curtain! Is the mysterious "Falcon" Xiahou Ying truly hiding in the Qi Prince's mansion? What kind of frenzied counterattack will he launch? What twists and turns will Lin Feng's fate take?

All the answers will be revealed behind the slowly opening gate of the Qi Prince's Mansion, a symbol of supreme power and boundless sins!