Kou immediately stood in front of me to prevent any accidents.

Little did I know that when that person approached, he suddenly knelt down and hugged my thigh, shouting.

"Hero, spare me."

I looked down and damn, isn't this Qin Hui?

I thought to myself, I will spare you, but I will spare you well.

Kou Cheng was also efficient. He immediately lifted Qin Hui and threw him aside.

At this moment, Zhao Gou tremblingly stood up from his chair and shouted.

"Kou Cheng, are you planning to rebel?"

Kou Cheng was originally a loyal subject of the Song Dynasty, and deep down, he still feared the emperor, but I wasn't afraid.

I raised my hand and shot Zhao Gou twice, directly breaking his legs, while loudly commanding.

"Zhao Gou's ascension is illegitimate. He governs the country incompetently, repeatedly loses in battles, betrays the nation for personal gain, and harms loyal officials. His crimes are heinous. Beiwu Army, listen to my orders. Anyone who resists will be executed on the spot."

As soon as the words fell, the Beiwu Army immediately took firm control of the scene.

Then I gave another order, "Bring Qin Hui's wife, Wang Shi."

This Wang Shi, when Qin Hui captured Yue Fei, her words "It is easy to catch a tiger, but difficult to release it" became the final blow that killed Yue Fei.

After a while, Wang Shi was brought over, trembling like a sieve.

"Wang Shi, do you want to live or die?"

"Sir, I want to live, I want to live."

Clang!

I threw a sharp knife on the ground and said to Wang Shi.

"Very well, I'll give you a chance. You will torture Qin Hui to death slowly. If you fail to make a thousand cuts, he will die, and I will still execute you."

"Ah..."

Wang Shi let out a scream, but still shakily picked up the knife from the ground.

As the saying goes, "A couple are birds of the same forest, facing adversity they each fly their own way," especially when Wang Shi herself is a venomous woman.

She forcefully cut off Qin Hui's skin piece by piece with that knife.

Immediately, Qin Hui's screams filled the execution ground.

Seizing the opportunity, I conducted some "random education" and pointed at the officials.

"This is the fate of traitors. If officials do not serve the people and only seek personal gain and power, then there is only one path for them, death."

With the demonstration of Qin Hui and his wife, all the officials fell to their knees, not daring to lift their heads.

It's unknown how much time had passed when Qin Hui's voice grew weaker and weaker.

Then suddenly, a soldier from the Beiwu Army shouted.

"Nine hundred and ninety-eight cuts... Qin Hui is dead, Qin Hui is dead!"

I shouted loudly, "Less than a thousand cuts, execute Wang Shi by beheading and display her head outside the city gates, to let all women in the world know, they should advise their husbands to be honest and loyal to the country and its people."

After the order, Wang Shi was executed on the spot, and her bloody head was hung outside the city gates.

After dealing with these matters, I suddenly noticed that Kou Cheng, the Beiwu Army, and the ministers were all kneeling on the ground.

Before I could react, I suddenly heard a shout.

"Long live, Your Majesty, long live, long live!"

With this rallying cry, the Beiwu Army, along with the ministers, joined in.

"Long live, Your Majesty, long live, long live!"

But my mind was a bit confused, wondering what's going on. Is this another "putting on the yellow robe" scene?

Just as I was hesitating, I unexpectedly saw the figure of Yue Fei in the crowd.

The one I intended to support and put in this position, how did I end up pushing myself up?

After a brief hesitation, I decided to go along with it.

I immediately gave theorder, "Rise, all of you."

The Beiwu Army, ministers, and officials all stood up, still chanting, "Long live, Your Majesty."

I took a deep breath and cleared my throat.

"Thank you all for your loyalty and support. From this day forward, I shall take the throne as the Emperor of the Song Dynasty, and I shall lead this nation to prosperity and glory."

The crowd erupted in cheers and applause.

I looked towards Yue Fei, who was standing nearby, and spoke to him.

"General Yue, your loyalty and dedication to the country are commendable. I hereby appoint you as the Marshal of the Imperial Army, tasked with ensuring the security and defense of our nation."

Yue Fei bowed respectfully and accepted the appointment.

With the support of the Beiwu Army and the people's enthusiasm, I began to consolidate my power and implement reforms throughout the kingdom.

I focused on strengthening the military, improving governance, and promoting justice and fairness in the legal system.

I gathered a council of wise and capable ministers to advise me on various matters and to help implement the necessary changes.

The corrupt officials were swiftly removed from their positions and replaced with individuals who were known for their integrity and competence.

I also initiated policies to promote education, agriculture, trade, and cultural development.

With time, the Song Dynasty witnessed a remarkable transformation.

The economy flourished, and the people's living standards improved.

Infrastructure projects were undertaken to enhance transportation and communication networks.

The military became stronger and more disciplined, ensuring the security and stability of the empire.

Education became more accessible, and scholars were encouraged to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and the arts.

Under my rule, the Song Dynasty regained its former glory and became a beacon of civilization and prosperity.

Throughout my reign, I remained committed to the principles of justice, fairness, and compassion.

I listened to the concerns and needs of the people, and I strived to address them to the best of my ability.

My reign as the Emperor of the Song Dynasty was characterized by peace, stability, and progress.

As I reflect on the journey that brought me here, I cannot help but feel grateful for the unexpected turn of events that led to my rise to power.

I am determined to fulfill my responsibilities as the emperor and leave a lasting legacy of a prosperous and harmonious Song Dynasty.

And so, with the support of the people and the dedication of the Beiwu Army, I embarked on a new era of prosperity for the empire.