The War God's Homecoming

Chapter 231 Is Death The Right Punishment?

Chapter 231 Is Death the Right Punishment?

"As you wish!" Judge's eyes narrowed, showing no hesitation. With a swift movement, a blade's edge emerged from his hand, slashing through the air.

The Toye family members exclaimed in unison.

The next second, a head soared into the sky. Will Toye's body collapsed, convulsed briefly, and then lay still, lifeless.

"How...? You killed him?" Blake Toye roared, his rage evident. "Elder Cloud, kill him, kill him for me. I'll take responsibility for everything!"

"Understood, sir!" The white-haired elder's gaze turned sharp as he faced Judge. "You're reckless, to dare to kill Master Will. Today, no matter what kind of SHADOW member you are, you'll die!"

Boom!

As he spoke, an imposing aura surged, indicating a cultivation at the Battle God realm.

"Remember to apologize to Master Will when you see him next!" After another low growl, the elder's figure rushed toward Judge, delivering a series of powerful punches that carried a whistling wind.

"Ignorant!" Stout's voice cut through the air. He took a couple of steps forward, his hand sweeping out like a thunderclap.

"Hmm?" Sensing the aura fluctuations from Stout's body, the old man's pupils contracted to pinpricks.

From the start, he had been dismissing Stout, thinking him to be just a chef from some kitchen. But now, he felt a Warlord-level power resonating from Stout, which left him with an urge to curse. Since when did Warlord-level experts become so common? Was every chubby guy now a Warlord?

Bang!

Unsurprisingly, Stout's palm energy struck the old man's chest with brutal force. Like autumn leaves being swept away by a gust of wind, the elder was sent flying, crashed to the ground, tumbled a few times, and then lay still.

"Why... are you so strong!" The old man let out a final breath, coughing up a mouthful of blood before going still.

Blake Toye and his companions gasped again, collectively dumbfounded.

A Battle God-level powerhouse of them had been defeated with a single palm strike. Could this get any more exaggerated?

"I apologize if my actions were a bit heavy-handed." Stout shrugged, flashing a grin.

"You..." Blake Toye took a deep gulp of air.

"Did you instruct Will Toye to do this?" Judge turned his gaze to Blake Toye, his voice cold. "Do you realize the consequences of your actions?"

"You SHADOW people are truly something. I'll remember what happened today, and I'll make sure to repay it twofold someday," Blake Toye didn't address Judge's question, instead speaking to another middle-aged man nearby. "Let's go, Colin."

Stout's strength had far exceeded his expectations. Staying any longer would only lead to humiliation.

"Today, you won't be leaving," Judge replied.

"Mr Judge, that's enough for now. Don't go too far with this...," a man named Colin Kennedy said, his tone trying to remain composed.

"And who might you be?" Judge's voice grew colder.

Though the man had remained silent until now, Judge could sense that he wasn't an ordinary person.

"Leader of Buddha Hall, Colin Kennedy."

"Buddha Hall?" Judge squinted his eyes.

"Mr Judge, I ask for a small favor. Let's end things here today." Colin Kennedy continued. Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.

"Do you think Buddha Hall has that much weight?" Judge's brows furrowed. "I'm sorry, you don't have any standing here! Furthermore, you've come all the way to support Blake Toye. Your connection with the Toye family must be special, right? Are you involved in the shady activities the Toye family has been engaged in?"

"Judge, please be mindful of your words!" Colin Kennedy's eyebrows knitted, his voice carrying a cold intent. "Don't assume that having support from higher-ups grants you the freedom to act recklessly. Buddha Hall isn't a pushover. If you push your luck, don't blame me for not being polite!"

"How impolite would you like to be?" Billy's calm voice broke the silence as he walked in.

"Com-Commander Gardner?!" As Colin Kennedy recognized Billy, his face drained of color, his expression betraying panic. Before this, he had stayed silent to see if Billy Gardner was present. Assuming Billy hadn't appeared by now, Colin Kennedy thought he must not be at the base. That

was why he dared to speak so boldly to Judge. Otherwise, even if he had ten times the courage, he wouldn't dare!

"You haven't answered me yet. How impolite would you like to be?" Billy continued in a composed tone.

"Commander Gardner, what happened today, SHADOW went too far!" Colin Kennedy took a deep breath, forcing himself to calm down. "You're not differentiating between right and wrong. You've killed two people, does SHADOW value human life?"

"Are you saying that because SHADOW didn't inform you beforehand, you think even the most heinous criminals shouldn't be killed?" Billy spoke again.

"Commander Gardner, that's not what I meant." Colin Kennedy took another deep breath. "While Will Toye is guilty, death isn't a fitting punishment. Your actions..."

"Nearly ten lives were lost tragically. Are you telling me that he doesn't deserve death?" Billy's voice turned cold, interrupting him. After a brief pause, he continued, "According to your reasoning, Blake Toye colluding with WestCloud Trading Company, you probably knew about it already. Or maybe you were even involved?"

"Commander Gardner, please watch your words. You can't make baseless accusations like this..." A flash of panic crossed Colin Kennedy's eyes.

His reaction didn't escape Billy's gaze. A chilling intent emanated from Billy.

"As a leader of Buddha Hall, to collude with external enemies and compromise national security, quite impressive!" Billy finished speaking with a grim tone. "According to SHADOW's regulations, beheading is the punishment!"

"Yes, Commander!" Judge nodded, already impatient to act.

"Do you dare...?!"

Colin Kennedy hadn't anticipated that Billy would publicly execute him. Roaring in anger, he raised his hand to meet Judge's blade. However, he had overestimated his own strength. Having only recently reached the Battle God realm, he couldn't possibly block Judge's attack. His words were cut off abruptly. A line of blood appeared at his throat, and he collapsed, twitching a few times before falling still.

Blake Toye and the others' jaws dropped in unison, their faces filled with terror.

Even the leader of Buddha Hall was beheaded in public!

Without any hesitation, including Blake Toye, everyone dropped to their knees simultaneously.

"Commander Gardner, I beg you for mercy, I... I won't dare anymore, please spare my wretched life..." Blake Toye pleaded while bowing repeatedly.

"Boss, how should we proceed?" Judge turned to Billy.

"Blake Toye's crimes warrant death by execution," Billy responded with a solemn tone. "For the rest, conduct a thorough investigation. Anyone involved in the conspiracy should be killed without mercy."

"Understood!" Judge nodded.

"No, please!" Upon hearing Billy's decision, Blake Toye was overcome with fear. He quickly rushed toward the door.

Swoosh!

A blade of light flashed from his waist, and his body was instantly severed into two parts, both falling to the ground.

"Have mercy..." The people kneeling on the ground were terrified and trembling.

"Take them all away!" Judge waved his hand to the side.

"Yes, Commander!" the SHADOW guards nodded in response.

Five minutes later, Billy and the others took their seats in the room.

"Boss, what's the next step? Should we send people to wipe out the Toye family in Enssea?" Judge inquired.