Everyone was staring into Luo Xueyao's sparkling eyes. Her words were passionate, full of strength, and inspiring to everyone present.
"The Murong family has ruled Dayu for over a hundred years, and the people have indeed known peaceful and comfortable times. But since the late reign of the late emperor, all of that has slowly begun to change.
The late emperor indulged himself in the pursuit of immortality and alchemy, while the rulers grew fatuous and oppressive, levying exorbitant taxes and extorting the populace. Those in power cared only for their own pleasure, turning a blind eye to the sufferings of the common people. Loyal officials and brave generals were marginalized, suppressed, framed, and murdered.
Chapter 52