Chapter 72: 072 Are You Very Afraid of Me?

Chapter 72: Chapter 072 Are You Very Afraid of Me?

Burn Heaven Valley.

In the resplendent and imposing palace, the Valley Master and the elders of Burn Heaven Valley were in discussion.

“Master Wind is already in Luan Tian City, we must hurry there! We mustn’t be negligent,” the Valley Master said gravely, appearing to be very anxious.

“Valley Master, the kid who killed Lin Yuntian must also be in Luan Tian City. The brat from the Liu family must know his whereabouts!” an elder said grimly, seeming to have ascertained the identity of Liu Qingyang.

“Let’s go!” the Valley Master commanded firmly. Their trip to Luan Tian City was to not only meet with Master Wind but also to find the murderer who had slain Lin Yuntian!

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The guards of the Liu family felt as if it were Liu Shan’s birthday celebration, as major powers from Yunzhou were coming one after another to pay their respects, each with great influence.

The guards felt both exhilarated and frightened at the same time; such powerful figures were not ordinarily seen by them!

Yet now, all of them had come to the Liu family because of Feng Wuchen.

“Xuantian Sect’s Mu Tianyun, Mu Yunshan, Emperor Mu, Xie He, Luo Xuan, Bai Ming… pay their respects to the Grand Commander,” the many powerful figures of Xuantian Sect led by the former Sect Master bowed in salute to Feng Wuchen.

The high echelon of Xuantian Sect had all come, which shocked Feng Wuchen. How did they know he’d been appointed as the Grand Commander? Had the news from the Imperial Capital spread so quickly?

“Elder Sect Master Mu, Sect Master Mu, the three elders, Brother Bai,” Feng Wuchen greeted each with a handclasp, showing respect.

“And who might this be?” Feng Wuchen asked upon seeing Emperor Mu, someone he had never met before.

Mu Yunshan quickly explained, “Grand Commander, this is my son, Emperor Mu. He had been in secluded cultivation until recently when he emerged just a short while ago.”

Feng Wuchen nodded and praised, “Eightfold Transformative Realm, Seventh-Grade Martial Soul, extremely high talent—it seems you are the foremost prodigy of Xuantian Sect.”

“The Grand Commander is too kind!” Emperor Mu said humbly.

Emperor Mu was indeed the number one prodigy of Xuantian Sect, and also the top genius of Yunzhou, but in front of Feng Wuchen, he dared not display any arrogance or conceit.

He knew that Feng Wuchen was even more formidable.

Feng Wuchen’s current status was no longer simply that of a Fifth Rank Artifact Refiner; otherwise, Mu Tianyun and the others would not have personally come to visit him in Luan Tian City at the Liu residence from Xuantian Sect.

Feng Wuchen nodded and, turning his gaze to Mu Tianyun, smiled and said, “Elder Sect Master Mu’s alchemy skills have improved substantially.”

Mu Tianyun hastily clasped his hands in gratitude and said, “For that, I must thank the Grand Commander for helping to expel the fire poison.”

Wei Yun, standing to the side, was greatly shaken upon hearing this. Clearly, Mu Tianyun, a Fourth Rank Alchemist, had already known that Feng Wuchen could expel an alchemist’s fire poison, and at this moment, it seemed as if he understood something.

“You are all most welcome. If there is any lack in our hospitality, please forgive us,” Liu Shan hurriedly said, as the arrival of these influential figures was unexpected, and the Liu family was completely unprepared.

“There’s no need for such formality, Family Head Liu,” the crowd replied with smiles.

The Liu family was a minor clan, but with Feng Wuchen visiting, anyone who wasn’t a fool could see that he had a good relationship with the Liu family; they would not dare to disrespect Liu Shan.

“Brother Wind, since so many have gathered, why not throw a banquet? Consider it a welcome for Brother Wind to wash away the dust of the journey!” Liu Qingyang suddenly suggested.

Brother Wind? Everyone was inwardly shocked. Liu Qingyang actually addressed the Grand Commander as “Brother,” indicating an undoubtedly profound relationship!

“You’re sensible, lad! Now hurry and have someone prepare it?” Liu Shan reprimanded.

Looking towards Feng Wuchen, Liu Shan asked, “What about you, Grand Commander? What do you think?”

Feng Wuchen replied with a smile, “It’s all up to Family Head Liu to arrange.”

Feng Wuchen was giving Liu Shan considerable face; after all, this was the Liu residence, and Feng Wuchen certainly couldn’t presume to take charge, could he?

“Excellent! Grand Commander, everyone, please head to the back courtyard,” Liu Shan said, brimming with joy, inwardly thanking Feng Wuchen.

With Feng Wuchen as a connection, the status of the Liu family had risen to a new level—at least many powers would now seek friendly relations with the Liu family.

The Liu family guards were bustling about, with Liu Shan undertaking the reception of the many distinguished guests.

All the strong figures present addressed him with the title of “Grand Commander,” inciting immense envy and admiration.

In face of Feng Wuchen, the mighty figures from various powers had to think thrice before speaking, fearing to make any misstep that could offend Feng Wuchen.

About half an hour later, a lavish feast was set in the back courtyard, and Liu Shan courteously invited the guests to be seated.

Without Feng Wuchen sitting down first, none of the others dared to take their seats; they waited for Feng Wuchen to speak before they would dare to join the table.

Even Elder Sect Master Mu, being the top expert of Yunzhou, had to read Feng Wuchen’s mood before acting.

As the banquet began, everyone offered toasts. Feng Wuchen, in return, used tea instead of wine to reciprocate the gesture, not putting on any airs of superiority.

“The Valley Master of Burn Heaven Valley, along with the three great elders, have come to pay a visit,” a guard announced amid the lively banquet.

“Burn Heaven Valley?” Feng Wuchen was slightly taken aback, as he just realized Burn Heaven Valley had yet to appear.

“Burn Heaven Valley is only arriving now?”

“Without saying, I hadn’t even noticed that Burn Heaven Valley hadn’t come.”

“Burn Heaven Valley’s Valley Master sure knows how to put on airs!”

The crowd began to murmur amongst themselves, many feeling that Burn Heaven Valley wasn’t giving due consideration to the Grand Commander.

Wei Yun frowned slightly and thought, “Could it be that Su Yuanshan still doesn’t know?”

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Su Yuanshan was indeed the Valley Master of Burn Heaven Valley, and his cultivation had reached the Eight Layers of the Yuandan Realm. His strength was so formidable that a single stomp of his foot could make Yunzhou tremble three times.

The gazes of the crowd were drawn toward the front courtyard as a man in his forties, dressed in a black robe, entered the backyard, emanating the aura of a strong man. He was none other than Su Yuanshan, the Valley Master of Burn Heaven Valley!

Following behind Su Yuanshan were three elders, the three Grand Elders of Burn Heaven Valley, accompanied by two young disciples.

The crowd’s attention fell on Su Yuanshan. As one of the top powerhouses of Yunzhou, even if they felt that Su Yuanshan did not regard the Grand Commander in high esteem, they still looked at him with reverence.

Feng Wuchen also glanced at Su Yuanshan without any change in expression, showing no worry for having killed Lin Yuntian.

Su Yuanshan had never met Feng Wuchen, and at that time, Burn Heaven Valley had not invited Feng Wuchen to be a guest.

However, judging from the seating arrangements, Su Yuanshan could guess which one was the famed Master Feng of Yunzhou.

“Brother Feng, they are probably here for revenge!” Liu Qingyang whispered.

“Revenge?” Liu Shan frowned slightly, glancing at Feng Wuchen.

Feng Wuchen said, “Don’t talk for now.”

“Valley Master! It was that kid who killed Brother Lin!” A disciple spotted Feng Wuchen at a glance and pointed at him, angrily accusing.

Another disciple also confirmed, “Valley Master! It’s him! There’s absolutely no mistake!”

The faces of Su Yuanshan and the three Grand Elders changed dramatically, and without a word, Su Yuanshan turned around and struck two fierce slaps in the air.

“Slap! Slap!”

“Pfft! Pfft!”

The two disciples immediately coughed up blood, their bodies flying out and crashing into the wooden beams of the front courtyard, seriously injured on the spot.

But Su Yuanshan’s actions were measured, and it was just serious injuries.

“Su Yuanshan pays his respects to the Grand Commander!” Su Yuanshan glanced at Feng Wuchen, and then bowed respectfully, followed by the three Grand Elders also bowing in reverence.

“I failed to discipline my disciples, I hope the Grand Commander will forgive us!” Su Yuanshan quickly spoke, seemingly very wary of Feng Wuchen’s status.

Even knowing that it was Feng Wuchen who had killed Lin Yuntian, they had no intention of seeking revenge at the moment, not daring to even mention it, unless they wished for Burn Heaven Valley to meet its end.

Moreover, for the mere Lin Yuntian, Su Yuanshan saw no reason to offend Feng Wuchen, for offending Feng Wuchen meant the end of the road for Burn Heaven Valley.

Feng Wuchen responded indifferently, “Valley Master Su, please dispense with the formalities and take your seat.”

Seeing Su Yuanshan’s attitude, Wei Yun breathed a sigh of relief, at least the conflict had not escalated.

“Thank you, Grand Commander!” Su Yuanshan and his party respectfully expressed their thanks.

“He… he is the Grand… Grand Commander!” The two seriously injured disciples were completely stunned, staring at Feng Wuchen with wide, terrified eyes.

The two disciples could never have imagined that the youth who killed Lin Yuntian was the renowned Master Feng of Yunzhou, now the Empire’s Grand Commander!

With a wave of his hand, Feng Wuchen sent two elixirs flying out, saying lightly, “Visitors should be treated as guests, take the elixirs and sit down.”

“Thank… Thank you, Grand Commander!” The two of them quickly got up and kowtowed in thanks.

The atmosphere in the hall became somewhat awkward, falling into silence. The originally lively scene had turned still due to the arrival of Su Yuanshan and his group.

Noticing the awkward atmosphere, Feng Wuchen took a bite, put down his chopsticks, and everyone else also set theirs down.

“Are you all very afraid of me?” Feng Wuchen asked softly. His voice was not loud, but in the silent backyard, everyone could hear him clearly.

The crowd’s faces slightly changed, becoming a bit more tense.

Feng Wuchen then continued, “Actually, I am easy to talk to. I don’t fuss over trivial matters, and you needn’t fear my status. As long as you don’t make an enemy of me, as long as you don’t touch my bottom line, everything is negotiable. Although I am not yet seventeen this year, I have the power to stand by these words!”

Hearing this, many powerful figures from major forces could understand that this was a warning from Feng Wuchen.

And that last sentence further indicated to everyone present that Feng Wuchen’s influence was no less than any of theirs, including that of the Xuantian Sect!

Let’s not even mention the terrifying powerhouses or major forces backing Feng Wuchen, just with his status as a Fifth Grade Artifact Refiner, he could request Tianyuan Realm experts to do things for him anytime.

And as a Fifth Grade Artifact Refiner capable of Thought-Forming Instrumentation, who knows how many strong people would be eager to curry favor with him.

“The Grand Commander is being too modest, who would dare to make an enemy of the Grand Commander? Wouldn’t that be equivalent to making an enemy of the Empire?” Su Yuanshan smiled and was the first to make his stance clear.

The matter between Feng Wuchen and Lin Yuntian, regardless of who was right or wrong, since Feng Wuchen didn’t mind, Su Yuanshan was all too happy to let it go.

“The Grand Commander is renowned in Yunzhou for his Thought-Forming Instrumentation. We’ve been looking for an opportunity to request the Grand Commander to refine tools for us! How could we possibly make an enemy of him? Would that not be cutting off our own path?” laughed the Palace Master of Tianxu Palace.

All the major forces also expressed one after another that they would not make an enemy of Feng Wuchen, though whether they thought the same in their hearts, no one knew, as it all depended on interests.

“Brother Feng, you must not believe their nonsense. Seeing is only skin deep but not the heart; who knows what they are really thinking? One cannot be too careful,” Liu Qingyang whispered.

Feng Wuchen simply nodded, saying nothing.

“Don’t worry, Grand Commander. If anyone dares to make an enemy of the Grand Commander, I will be the first to not let them off!” bellowed the General, his formidable presence bursting forth, the iron-blooded aura intimidating and not to be trifled with.

As for the General, Feng Wuchen had complete confidence in him.

“I’m afraid the implications of Master Feng’s words are much more than they seem. What exactly does he want to do?” Mu Yunshan speculated in his heart. He perceived that besides issuing a warning, Feng Wuchen had other meanings to his words.

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