Translator: Silavin
“Holy shit? Did I see that correctly? An Elder from the Alchemy Pavilion leading the way, with four Elders personally carrying him?”
“Damn… who is that young man? How does he command such respect?”
“I thought he looked familiar. Isn’t he that young man who barged in here not long ago?”
“So it was him!”
Whispered conversations erupted continuously along the path as Qin Yichen departed, yet at this moment, he remained completely oblivious to them all.
However, even now, they remained utterly bewildered about what exactly had transpired, how this one young man could rampage through their territory with such impunity while receiving such prestigious treatment.
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Heavenly Dragon Imperial Dynasty, Xing Family.
Throughout the entire Imperial City, there were merely one hundred Forces of Second Tier status or above. Now, forty-eight Families had united together, and were outside the Xing Family Residence!
“Xing Yuanhua, you sure have done a great job as Patriarch!”
Within the great hall of the Xing Family, an Elder stood with fury blazing on ends, pacing incessantly across the hall, displaying boundless anxiety.
Naturally, any Family confronting such circumstances would find composure impossible.
Ye Liangchen’s expression bore considerable embarrassment at this moment. He paused briefly before addressing Xing Yuhuan. “Brother Xing, perhaps you should simply hand us over. With forty-eight Families united, if four more join, that means half of the Families in the Imperial City will be going against you…”
Upon hearing these words, Xing Yuhuan’s mouth twitched involuntarily. He could not help but regard Ye Liangchen with renewed scrutiny. [Has this guys’ mathematics been taught by a Martial Arts instructor? How had he secured his position in the Soaring Joy Chamber Of Commerce?]
“At least you possess some conscience!”
The anxiety-ridden Elder, hearing Ye Liangchen’s words, revealed a glimmer of amusement in his eyes as he responded. “Xing Yuhuan would never commit such betrayal of his friends. Why don’t you people just leave this place?”
“Third Elder!” At this moment, Xing Yuhuan’s brow furrowed as he called out sharply.
“If we’re leaving, then we’re leaving! What manner of talent am I, Ye Liangchen? At three years old, I studied literature; at four, I practised Martial Arts; at five, I had thoroughly read through all of the continent’s history; at six, I wielded swords; at seven, I composed poetry; at eight, I shattered boulders with my chest; at ten, I engaged in commerce. Are these achievements something you old thing can compare to?” Ye Liangchen’s face blazed with indignation. Had Xing Yuhuan not restrained him, he would have charged directly outside.
At this moment, however, the Great Elder, seated in the position of honour, frowned deeply. He perpetually sensed something was amiss, observing Ye Liangchen entangled with Xing Yuhuan, wanting to speak yet ultimately remaining silent.
Nevertheless, at this time, Little Ling’er, who had been playing in the great hall, could not resist raising her head to inquire of Ye Liangchen. “Uncle Ye, what did you do when you were nine years old?”
From the side, Zhao Ritian released a cold laugh, his face bearing mockery as he declared. “When he was eight years old and shattered boulders with his chest, when he was nine, he fractured all his ribs and spent a year bedridden at home.”
“Hahahahaha…” Upon hearing this, the Great Elder finally could not restrain himself and burst into hearty laughter.
“You bastard!” Ye Liangchen glared furiously at Zhao Ritian, who had undermined him, and spat out.
With Ye Liangchen’s disruption, the originally oppressive atmosphere in the great hall unconsciously relaxed considerably.
The Third Elder, who had originally been fanning the flames attempting to persuade Ye Liangchen and the others to depart voluntarily, witnessed the Great Elder’s attitude and released a cold snort, settling into his seat with visible frustration.
“The situation has reached a crisis point, yet we continue protecting these individuals who bear no relation to the Xing Family!”
“Third Brother, our Ancestor never achieved hereditary Nobility through submission and compromise. Regardless of how fierce the storm, the Xing Family always stands undaunted in the face of difficulty! Those who wish to demand people from the Xing Family must first demonstrate their capability! Even if it requires expending our entire Family’s strength, we shall deliver a devastating lesson to all who dare provoke the Xing Family!”
As the laughter subsided, the Great Elder’s voice resonated.
Hearing these words brimming with passion, everyone’s bodies trembled violently.
In the eyes of those Elders, terrifying radiance blazed forth!
Indeed, the Xing Family had remained dormant for far too long! Even Second Tier Forces dared to participate in this! Perhaps, the time had come to display the Xing Family’s true strength to those who coveted their position!
This night, Heavenly Dragon Imperial City became shrouded in an atmosphere of mounting tension.
Everyone understood that tomorrow would witness momentous events within Heavenly Dragon Imperial City!
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Heavenly Dragon Imperial Dynasty, Royal Palace.
Within a chamber radiating noble grandeur, two figures occupied the space.
One was Long Zexiao, who had previously encountered Qin Yichen, while the other wore golden-yellow Dragon robes, his features subtly emanating an regal aura.
This person was none other than the ruler of the Heavenly Dragon Imperial Dynasty, Long Zeqian!
“Brother, should we intervene?”
Long Zexiao inquired with furrowed brow, addressing Long Zeqian.
Regardless of circumstances, the Xing Family remained a hereditary Noble Family personally appointed by the Royal Family. Within the Imperial Dynasty, without Royal consent, the downfall of any hereditary Noble Family would constitute an enormous affront to the dignity of the Royal Family!
According to the current situation’s trajectory, the Xing Family already faced the crisis of annihilation!
Opposite Long Zexiao, Long Zeqian offered no immediate response. Instead, he lifted the hot tea before him, taking a gentle sip before closing his somewhat weary eyes and reclining against the Dragon Throne.
Witnessing this gesture, Long Zexiao’s expression shifted slightly.
“If members of the Feng Family fail to appear, then we need not concern ourselves.” Subsequently, Long Zeqian’s authoritative voice resonated slowly. “Should the Feng Family emerge, regardless of which side they support, assist that side.”
“I understand!” Upon hearing this, Long Zexiao performed a unified bow before withdrawing.
As a Prince of the Royal Family, he possessed considerable knowledge of the Feng Family’s unknown secrets. The Feng Family’s latent power exceeded any single Imperial Dynasty’s capacity to resist. Long Zeqian’s words undoubtedly emerged from careful consideration of advantages and disadvantages.
If the Feng Family refrained from involvement, it would prove that Qin Yichen had genuinely offended them.
Offending the Feng Family was something the Royal Family would absolutely refuse to do!
Should the Feng Family emerge to provide protection, the Royal Family would spare no effort to strengthen relations with the Xing Family, delivering maximum suppression against any opposition, regardless of identity!
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The following day.
As the first rays of dawn tore through the horizon, cascading across Heavenly Dragon Imperial City, countless individuals awakened from their slumber.
This day, they seemed to detect the entire Imperial City saturated with the scent of gunpowder.
On the commercial street near the Xing Family Residence, not a single shop opened its doors. Even within, not one Human silhouette remained visible, as if they feared becoming collateral damage.
The Xing Family Residence itself pulsed with murderous intent, guards fully armed and maintaining strict vigilance.
Before the Xing Family’s main entrance, Xing Yuhuan stood resplendent in white robes, facing the wind with unwavering resolve. The determination etched across his features showed not the slightest hint of retreat despite the approaching battle.
Behind him, four figures stood with commanding presence. The aura emanating from their forms caused countless observers to display profound shock. They were all Martial Emperors!