Translator: Silavin
Hearing the discussions around him, Du Junxiong was even more pleasant.
In fact, he had been watching from afar for a while.
Qin Yichen’s talent was clear to see, and if he could be recruited, it would definitely be like adding wings to a Tiger for him.
“I’m sorry, but I’m not interested.” Just when everyone thought Qin Yichen was about to ascend to Heaven in a single step, he rejected the offer without hesitation, not even sparing Du Junxiong a glance.
[What a joke! Do you all take me for a country bumpkin? This bastard has come back to steal my future Wife, how could I possibly be cordial with him!? We are bound to fall out sooner or later.]
“He refused!?”
Everyone in the venue looked at him in shock, their jaws dropping to the ground. They never expected him to actually refuse such a good opportunity!
Even Lu Heze could not understand why Qin Yichen would refuse. Although he personally did not want Qin Yichen to accept Du Junxiong’s conditions, it was undoubtedly an amazing deal. As Lu Heshang said, with enough backing, this young man could easily monopolise their entire economy.
If Qin Yichen sided with the Du Family, the Royal Family would find it even harder to make any moves in the future!
While feeling relieved, Lu Heze was also curious about what made Qin Yichen refuse Du Junxiong’s offer.
Alchemy Grandmaster Gu Ye also frowned. However, he did not say anything.
In fact, thinking of the mysterious and powerful Master behind Qin Yichen, he felt at ease.
Indeed, for ordinary people, entering the Central Continent Alchemy Guild would be an incredible opportunity, but for this young man before him, it did not hold much significance.
Seemingly realising something, Alchemy Grandmaster Gu Ye’s pupils dilated slightly. [Could it be that this young man’s goal is actually… the Alchemy Tower!?]
The Alchemy Tower was the most sacred place in the hearts of all Alchemy Masters, and the lifelong pursuit of all Alchemists.
The Eight Millennial Families had only stood for at least a thousand years, while the Alchemy Tower had existed for countless ages.
As the world changed, the Eight Millennial Families constantly evolved, but the Alchemy Tower remained unchanged. Therefore, even the Eight Millennial Families held deep reverence for the Alchemy Tower.
If Qin Yichen could enter the Alchemy Tower, then Du Junxiong’s status would not pose a threat to him.
“Not interested?” Du Junxiong’s smile froze, and he looked at him in surprise, only to see the back of Qin Yichen’s head. His eyes narrowed slightly, but quickly regained their smile as he muttered, “Interesting.”
There were two types of Alchemy Masters. One that valued fame and fortune. While the others, like Gu Ye and Liu Wen, devoted themselves entirely to the Dao of Alchemy, unmoved by fame and fortune.
Du Junxiong saw Qin Yichen as the latter type. [Even so, you won’t escape my grasp!]
After giving Qin Yichen a meaningful look, Du Junxiong walked directly towards the high platform. [If he truly could not be used, then such a genius could only be eliminated!]
Watching Du Junxiong approach, Lu Heze wore a smile, but his heart was heavy.
“Uncle Lu!” Arriving before Lu Heze, Du Junxiong not only did not bow, but he even changed his form of address.
With even the etiquette between ruler and subject gone, even the most obtuse person could sense something unusual in the air.
“Junxiong, you’ve finally returned.”
Although Lu Heze was very displeased, as the ruler of a country, he was still quite adept at concealing his emotions. He immediately smiled as if having a normal conversation with a Junior.
“Hehe.” Du Junxiong laughed arrogantly, completely disregarding etiquette, and asked directly, “How is Sister Linghan?”
Calling the Princess ‘Sister’! This showed that he already viewed the Royal Family as nothing!
Even with Lu Heze’s excellent upbringing, he could not help but frown at this moment.
He wanted to rebuke him. But after glancing at the Elder standing behind Du Junxiong, his heart trembled.
The Elder gave him the feeling of an insurmountable mountain, giving even him, who was at the third level of the Peak Martial Grandmaster Realm, face suffocating pressure.
The Elder’s cultivation level was evident from this alone!
Du Junxiong saw the changes in his face and became even more smug.
This was the advantage of leaving the county.
If one never left this country, they would always be inferior to others. But now, those who were once high above had to humble themselves before him.
Du Junxiong casually glanced at Wang Hailin and Luo Qingyu sitting in the audience, his eyes full of disdain and contempt. Although they were all among the Three Outstanding Prodigies of the Royal City, the three were no longer on the same level.
“Now that I’m back, I want to proceed with my marriage to Sister Linghan as soon as possible. I’ve discussed Sister Linghan’s condition with my Master, and he said to bring her to him. He’s quite confident about treating her.”
Du Junxiong narrowed his eyes, casually speaking with a smile. When mentioning Lu Linghan’s marriage, he spoke as if it was already decided, and by mentioning his Master, he was clearly pressuring Lu Heze.
This was no different from forcibly taking her away!
“Nephew Junxiong is thoughtful, but Linghan’s condition has already been resolved, so there’s no need to trouble your Master.” Lu Heze’s expression changed slightly, and his tone became somewhat cold. By saying this, he was indirectly refusing Du Junxiong. He knew clearly that Du Junxiong no longer simply wanted to marry Lu Linghan, the Eldest Princess. Most likely, his true goal was to seize the power of the Royal Family!
In this way, he would be doing it legitimately.
“Resolved? How is that possible?” Du Junxiong was stunned.
It was only natural for him to be shocked. When he had mentioned it to his Master before, even his Master had only said to bring her for a look, without any certainty of curing her. Yet, Lu Heze suddenly said that the cold poison in Lu Linghan’s body was completely cured? Who in the Heavenly Unicorn Dynasty had such an ability?!
After a moment of surprise, Du Junxiong’s expression returned to normal. He chuckled and asked, “May I know who treated Sister Linghan? I, Du Junxiong, must properly thank them.”
He emphasised the word ‘thank’, yet everyone could hear the underlying meaning.
In fact, he did not believe that Lu Linghan had been cured, but rather saw it as Lu Heze’s way of refusing.
Du Junxiong continued speaking, completely ignoring the changes in Lu Heze’s face, “Uncle Lu, when do you plan to arrange my marriage with Sister Linghan?!”
He was now blatantly forcing the marriage, and snatching the bride!
He was no longer asking for Lu Heze’s consent, but announcing that he, Du Junxiong, would definitely marry Lu Linghan!