Chapter 198 - 194: Qualified to Be Arrogant

Morning!

Today, Chen Xuan rarely stayed in bed.

Last night,

Ye Jincen, under Pei Yuenan’s guidance, finally let go.

Interpreting what extreme contrast means.

Slowly opening his eyes,

he saw the red suspension ropes on the round bed!

He turned his head slightly to look at the sleeping Pei Yuenan beside him, wondering where she learned such tricks, truly surprising him.

The images of last night appeared in his mind, and his lips curled up unconsciously.

Is this what bondage art is?

"Mmmmh," he shook his head vigorously, he couldn’t think about it anymore.

Otherwise, it’s going to get out of hand!

...

After a simple breakfast, Chen Xuan then instructed Ye Jincen to return to the City Lord’s Mansion first, informing her that Ye Yilan should go to Liangzhou Guhe Commandery and then report to him.

Meanwhile, he went to a side room and began his cultivation.

In the City Lord’s Mansion, Ye Yilan was briefing Feng Zheng; after all, this was his main base and it can’t have problems.

"Alright, that’s all for the details. After the second younger brother and I leave, everything in Youlan Mansion will rely on you. If there’s anything you can’t resolve, send someone to inform me!"

The Dark Guard’s orders had been delayed for a day, tomorrow they definitely had to set off for Liangzhou Guhe Commandery.

"Yes, Lord Mansion Master!"

Feng Zheng replied respectfully, but with a worried look at Ye Yilan above, "You must be careful!"

According to the court’s intention, he, this Third Grade, should also go, but he was kept in Youlan Mansion.

After all, this time was different from the previous skirmishes, it was the decisive battle between Great Xia and Great Zhou.

Even as First Grade, Ye Yilan could fall at any time, let alone him as Third Grade cannon fodder.

So, thinking about how he had been with him for so many years, he privately made the decision to let him stay.

Feng Zheng was very grateful in his heart, but he was also worried about Ye Yilan.

"Alright, what are you looking so glum about! Isn’t the second younger brother also going with me? You watch over the house well for me, if anything goes wrong, I’ll beat you up!"

Ye Yilan seemed relaxed, but inside he was actually unsure.

"Don’t worry, my lord, I will certainly take care of Youlan Mansion!"

Feng Zheng promised with a serious expression.

"Father ——"

Just at this moment, Ye Jincen walked in slowly.

"Young lady!"

Upon seeing this, Feng Zheng quickly called out.

"Hmm, Uncle Feng, you can leave now!"

"Okay!"

Without hesitation, after giving a respectful salute to Ye Yilan, he withdrew. He knew the two must have something to say.

"What brings you here?"

Ye Yilan asked with a smile, his mood noticeably better seeing her.

Ye Jincen came up behind him, placed her hands on his shoulders, and said softly, "Don’t worry, my husband will go with you! With him there, it will all be fine!"

"Hmm?"

Ye Yilan was slightly stunned, and then sighed, "You found yourself a good husband!"

Although Chen Xuan was strong, no matter how strong, it’s just him alone, with so many First Grades in a melee, no one can say for sure.

Besides, Great Zhou isn’t weak.

"Don’t you also have a good son-in-law?"

Ye Jincen responded proudly.

"Yes, yes, hahaha....."

"The second brother also has a good disciple!"

...

In a private room of a tavern in Donghuang Commandery of Jizhou.

"Didn’t expect, I ended up as your subordinate!"

"Isn’t it good? We’ve been friends for decades, I wouldn’t deceive you! But this time, it might really be...."

"Die if we must, after so many years of enjoying life, it’s worth it! Especially you, almost died before, yet ended up surviving, you’re the real winner, Old Chen!"

"Yeah, Lao Yuan, I have been lucky, whatever happens, happens!"

The two were Primordial Thunder and Chen Xuan’s uncle, Chen Xiu!

Great Zhou gathered the forces of four provinces, and Primordial Thunder came to Donghuang Commandery yesterday, unexpectedly ending up in Chen Xiu’s Human-shaped Camp.

"Having a sect is good, already Third Grade!"

Looking at him, filled with envy, now he’s already a Third Grade master.

"Haha, Third Grade, sigh! Might die even faster than you!"

Chen Xiu sighed, a sense of helplessness.

Third Grade!?

Do you know how many Third Grades there are in Donghuang Commandery now?

Several hundred!

This is the decisive battle between the two countries, especially for masters like them, falling is a matter of moments, honestly speaking, there’s no certainty of surviving longer than Primordial Thunder at Fourth Grade.

"Come, no more talking, drink! Let’s treat it like a pre-celebration feast."

"Damn, you old geezer! Such a jinx!"

Primordial Thunder cursed, but still raised his glass.

’Clink’, a crisp sound was heard.

"Ah! This wine is strong!" Chen Xiu shouted, but more of it was an outpouring.

"Is there really no hope this time?"

Primordial Thunder asked, feeling reluctant in his heart, for if it was really as he said, wouldn’t they be going to their deaths?

"Bang!"

The cup was heavily slammed onto the table by Chen Xiu, "There is, but not much, just fifty percent!"

"That high? Yet you’re acting like you’re going to die!"

Primordial Thunder was quite puzzled.

"Either get exterminated, or exterminate the Great Xia! Isn’t that a fifty-fifty chance?"

"Screw you! You damn bastard, how can you still joke at a time like this!"

Primordial Thunder cursed, utterly exasperated, treating him like a child despite his ripe old age.

In the past, Chen Xiu would definitely retort, but this time he didn’t. Instead, he asked quietly, "You’ve asked this, but you’ve already made up your mind, haven’t you?"

Primordial Thunder didn’t speak, but downed a glass, then nodded.

"Yeah, of course I know. When the Great Xia annihilated the Sects back then, did their resistance matter? Now with the Great Zhou, the main power still relies on those sects, so what’s the difference!"

Ever perceptive, he had long figured it out.

But even so, he didn’t dare to escape.

After all, if caught, it would mean death! Being beheaded in public, he’d seen such things happen enough times lately.

Heads rolling, right in front of them.

"Snap!", in an instant!

Before one could even scream, blood gushed out, and the headless body collapsed.

How could he not be afraid!

"So! Just consider yourself already dead, living each day to its fullest; that’s the way to go. I’ve thought it through these days, just wondering how that kid is doing now?"

With that, he downed another drink, a trace of regret in his eyes!

"You mean Chen Xuan!"

Primordial Thunder, who had been looking down, suddenly raised his head, his voice raising a few notches involuntarily.

"Yeah, who else except him! I even got him quite a few potions, just waiting for the day we meet to give them to him. Now it seems there’s no chance."

His only concern now was Chen Xuan.

"He’s at Youlan Mansion, I met him last time in Celestial Water Commandery!"

"What? Damn you, why didn’t you say earlier!"

Chen Xiu was instantly furious. Such critical information, and he didn’t say anything, the old fool!

"It was over a year ago, how do you expect me to remember? If you hadn’t suddenly brought him up, I’d have forgotten!"

"Alright, stop wasting time. How is he doing now?"

Chen Xiu asked eagerly.

"Hard to say, he didn’t mention specifics, but should be doing quite well."

"Back when Celestial Water Commandery was surrounded, that kid snuck in alone, and I happened to be patrolling, then saw him in an alley. It was just a brief encounter!"

"We exchanged a few words hastily, then I left. But I told you he might be in Yan Province."

"Also, that kid seemed really strong! At least Fourth Grade, possibly Third Grade!"

Although Chen Xuan didn’t say back then, he could feel his strength.

"Third Grade!"

"Oh no!" Chen Xiu’s face suddenly changed dramatically.

"What’s wrong?" His reaction startled Primordial Thunder, who quickly asked.

"The Great Xia summoned all the Third Grade experts this time. Doesn’t that mean that kid is coming here too! He’s done for!"

Chen Xiu panicked.

As someone who had already faced death, he didn’t care if he died again.

But Chen Xuan was still young, with such strong talents and a boundless future ahead!

He couldn’t die!

Primordial Thunder felt like slapping him. Had he known, he wouldn’t have spoken up; now even dying wouldn’t bring peace.

"Alright, worrying doesn’t help. You can’t control the matters of the Great Zhou, let alone him; now he’s with the Great Xia. Just hope he’s okay, and you get to see him," Primordial Thunder reassured.

"I know that! Do you think I don’t?"

Chen Xiu glared at him with dissatisfaction.

Of course, he knew all that, but——

"Sigh!"

He sighed longingly and helplessly.

....

The next day!

At the gate of the City Lord’s Mansion.

"Alright, don’t worry. With the second elder and Chen Xuan there, unless your father seeks death himself, it’s impossible for him to die!"

Ye Yilan looked at the worried Ye Jincen and tried to comfort her.

"Don’t talk about death! It’s unlucky, daddy!"

"Ah——"

That left Ye Yilan dumbfounded; he didn’t expect his daughter to believe in such things like ordinary people.

However, he quickly laughed and said, "Alright, alright, daddy won’t mention it. Everything will be fine, right? Chen Xuan?"

"Yes, it’ll be fine!"

He gave Ye Jincen a reassuring look.

Though——

"You promise, nothing bad will happen!" Her eyes filled with stars stared firmly at him.

She wanted to hear Chen Xuan’s assurance firsthand.

"I promise!"

Chen Xuan replied solemnly.

He knew without it, she wouldn’t be at ease.

"Good! I’ll wait for you at home!" With Chen Xuan’s assurance, Ye Jincen felt much more at ease, her panic subsiding.

However, she reminded him, "You must be careful too! I know you’re strong, but no matter how strong, be cautious!"

"Don’t worry!" Chen Xuan hugged her, whispering softly in her ear.

Her face turned crimson immediately, slightly raising her head, casting him a sideways glance.

Really——

Even at a time like this, he could say such things.

"Alright, we’re off!" It was about time, everything that needed saying was said, and with him there, no accidents would happen.

If anyone dared to disrespect him....

Hmm hmm!

He’d side with the Great Zhou and take down these Great Xia people.

With the strength of the Seven Layers of Purity, he’s arrogant enough to have such confidence!