See it through!
The sun is already on the brink of disappearance and the moon is set to go up on the Sky.
Unlike the Day period, the night of Capital City was quite and had a sense of unease mixed within. The residents of the Capital City can feel the depressing atmosphere and had there door and windows closed in fear for what's coming.
Units of City Gaurds were patrolling around the streets, famous hotels, bars and places which were places where one spend night were quite and dark with no soul inside.
The City which was known for never sleeping in the Kingdom of Crimson Flame has finally slept and everyone somehow knew that next mourning will be different, either it will be Royal Clan or other Great Familes. Because only one of them will see Sun of tommorow.
Like thousands living in Capital City, Chu Feng also could feel the atmosphere and air wrong. The location of King's Residence was rather special as it was atop a hill which was at the center of the Capital City. This was build to symbolize the Majesty of Royal Clan situated in middle high above the ground, looking all around the Capital City.
Chu Feng's bedroom was situated as such that he could see all of the Capital City from his window, he was getting ready to make Soul Awakening Pill. He has all materials needed, Ice Blood Lotus has arrived in King's Residence and now he has everything needed to make Soul Awakening Pill.
He has already ordered Old Bai to take care matters in his absence and if Chen Clan or any other forces attack, then Old Bai has to stop them for at least two hours, as Chu Feng is confident that in two hours he might be able to achieve a breakthrough.
When Chu Feng started looking at Eternal Seal Arts, he was already clear of how to use it perfectly, all that was needed is for him to Breakthrough to Soul Spirit Realm and once he does the seal for a Peak Soul Spirit Realm Cultivator will be lifted.
With that thought Chu Feng arrived at his Secret Room, he already has Cauldron ready to make Soul Awakening Pill.
.......
Chen Clan Estate
Heavy Killing Intent was formed inside the compound of Chen Clan, essentially all the heavyweights of Capital City were invited to the "feast" and that included all Eight Clans and few other important people who are of certain importance in the Kingdom.
In the meeting Hall all Eight Clan leaders and others were present. On the main seat were the Old Master Of Chen Clan and Mysterious Third Elder Yan of Blood Demon Hall.
"....as we have already discussed tonight will be the Final attack, I understand many of you have concerns about other parts of Kingdom rebelling....but you don't have to worry....once we kill the King and men...it will Child's Play to control others and then according to plan those who don't agree shall executed or exiled.....", spoke Old Master of Chen Clan without any emotions.
"Due to the special circumstances we have do this quietly as possible....", he continued.
People around had minute change in expression, but eventually no one raised any questions. Seeing this Old Clan Master smiled and said,
"I ensure you tomorrow will be different from today.....I hope you all will give me face and stay overnight in this Old Man's Clan....",
This was actually a means of controlling these people and ensure they will not disturb anything that has been planned.
Of course others too understood this was means to keep them in check, although they were unwilling but still accepted as they had no other choice but to follow his orders.
After a while the Hall was empty with only the Old Master of Chen Clan and Third Elder Yan.
"Lord, Forgive me for asking but why are we attacking the King with such a hush...", asked Old Clan Master breaking the silence.
"You don't need to know.....just be prepared at night...", said Third Elder Yan with indifference.
Saying this Third Elder walked out. Old Clan Master expression and inner thoughts were difficult to fanthom at this time as he stood alone in the Hall.
.........
Night has decended, Chu Feng was still busy making Soul Awakening Pill and he was halfway through the process already.
In the throne room of King's Residence, two people were standing together, they were Old Bai and Pavilion Master Lin.
"Will they come..?", asked Lin.
"They will...", answered Old Bai.
"In this world people have ambition bigger then what they should, Old Majesty once had chance to destroy Chen Clan...but he didn't, he wanted to create balance between powers.....He wasn't wrong but wasn't right either, Balance may create peace and prosperity but it will always be short lived as sooner or later one side will eventually become more powerful then other, and then all of the peace will be for nothing, because balance is very huge gamble, if played properly it will bring riches to one and if not....Oh well!..",
"Have you brought Soaring Sky Pill...?", asked Old Bai.
"Old Bai think again...!?", said Lin with a sad sigh.
"Remember Lin, we are the people who are born serve Crimson Flame, our lives shall always be about making that Flame stronger.....and with mission I cannot and never think again..... Thinking Again about a decision made for betterment of our Country... means that I have failed the principal I have grown with.....and failing the Principle will mean failing my Kingdom....and that I cannot afford...",
Old Bai said with emotions and with a proud face.
"When you're up against a trouble,
Meet it squarely, face to face;
Lift your chin and set your shoulders,
Plant your feet and take a brace.
When it's vain to try to dodge it,
Do the best that you can do;
You may fail, but you may conquer,
See it through!
Black may be the clouds about you
And your future may seem grim,
But don't let your nerve desert you;
Keep yourself in fighting trim.
If the worst is bound to happen,
Spite of all that you can do,
Running from it will not save you,
See it through!
Even hope may seem but futile,
When with troubles you're beset,
But remember you are facing
Just what other men have met.
You may fail, but fall still fighting;
Don't give up, whate'er you do;
Eyes front, head high to the finish.
See it through!
Source: https://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/see-it-through-by-edgar-guest.