Chapter 881 - 474: Rupture

"After all, the Molan Mansion is my territory. I do have some power, so handling minor matters shouldn’t be a problem."

The implication was clear.

Everyone present was cunning as a fox and understood immediately.

"Dark Moon knows of some demon beasts that are not weaker than the Winged Dragon Beast. Do you think this would be acceptable?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Xuan’s face darkened.

This meant... the Winged Dragon Beast was not going to be revealed to him.

If that’s the case...

"Then please leave, everyone!"

He spoke coldly and directly asked them to leave.

In an instant, Jiang Qi’s face changed, as did Jiang Yudao’s. Only the Second Elder’s expression remained unchanged, with his heart calm and unperturbed.

"So, there’s nothing more to discuss?"

The Second Elder slowly stood up, an intimidating aura emerging, his cold eyes fixed on Chen Xuan above.

"Whether we talk or not depends on Dark Moon’s attitude, not my decision."

"Furthermore..."

"Boom!"

Similarly, a powerful aura burst forth from Chen Xuan, "This is my Prince Xuan’s Mansion. Is Dark Moon plotting against me? Are you planning a rebellion?!"

Chen Xuan’s voice resonated through the entire Prince Xuan’s Mansion like thunder.

How dare they threaten him in his own mansion.

"Fine, fine..."

The Second Elder laughed coldly, although his anger surged, he reigned in his aura.

Rebellion?

That label, neither he nor Dark Moon could bear.

"Hope you don’t regret it!"

The Second Elder’s eyes gleamed coldly at him, his threat unmistakable at that moment.

"Whether or not I regret it is none of your concern, but as long as I am the prince of this mansion, Dark Moon can forget about doing business in Molan Mansion."

Since they had torn their masks off, there was no need to hide anything.

Everything was laid bare.

"The Winged Dragon Beast is mine for the taking. If you won’t give it, then no one will have it easy!"

"Fine!"

"Let’s see how this unfolds."

The negotiation broke down, and the three left Prince Xuan’s Mansion in anger.

Chen Xuan stood in the hall, puzzled by the Winged Dragon Beast’s uniqueness, as Dark Moon would prefer to offer other demon beasts than reveal its information.

"Heh heh!"

"Won’t speak, huh? One Molan Mansion is not enough, then let’s add another mansion."

With his relationship with Gu Yun, Jiuyue Mansion should not be a problem.

...

Jiang Qi and his companions returned to Dark Moon.

"Transmit this message, and have those people in the Imperial City make a move."

The Second Elder’s face was grim.

A mere prince of one mansion, only at the fifth level of the Dao Realm, dared to be so audacious.

In that case, he should not blame them for being impolite.

The only thing he dreaded was the Three Judicial Departments.

Zhan Tian... this old monster was truly impervious.

Dark Moon had long sought to win him over, but not only did it fail, the intermediary even got a severe beating from him.

A completely unruly person.

"I’ll have to go personally."

Jiang Yudao thought it over and decided it was better for him to go in person.

"Hmm... alright."

The Second Elder nodded, then looked at Jiang Qi, "There wasn’t any trace left from the previous transaction with Hidden Kill, was there?"

"No!"

Jiang Qi immediately replied, "As always, there’s no record of transactions with Hidden Kill, only records in the headquarters."

The last transaction with Hidden Kill Sword Sect he personally handled, so he was very certain.

"Then it’s fine. Head to the Imperial City now and resolve this matter quickly, as many are laughing at Dark Moon."

All of Dark Moon in Molan Mansion was seized, which had more than a small impact.

For so many years, many have had their eyes on Dark Moon.

If not handled well, the consequences would be unimaginable.

...

In the study.

"You want me to seize all of Dark Moon?"

Gu Yun was tremendously shocked.

To do so was tantamount to declaring war on Dark Moon.

This was a colossal entity that had existed on the Eastern Continent for hundreds of thousands of years, its strength unfathomable.

"Yes, consider it as me owing you a favor."

"Also, you can mention to Jiuyue Mansion’s Three Judicial Departments that if there is a need in the burial grounds, I can provide protection."

Chen Xuan’s greatest leverage now was the burial grounds.

No one could refuse that as long as they entered the burial grounds.

With his and Qin Ying’s strength, protecting one person was a breeze.

"Alright, I’ll try, but it’s not certain it’ll work. You know, to seize all of Dark Moon, the Three Judicial Departments must act."

"Then I’ll have to trouble Brother Gu."

He was certainly aware of that, as the Three Judicial Departments maintained order in a mansion.

"No need to be formal, we’re family, after all. Gu Xiang’s achievement of the Path-Breaking Realm owes much to your intervention."

"Hehe!"

"Brother Gu, you already said we’re family, so no need for thanks."

"Hahaha..."

The two of them laughed heartily together.

...

Three days later, Jiang Yudao finally arrived at the Imperial City.

He then visited several families in quick succession, and discreetly met with several key ministers of Great Yu.

However, the results were not favorable.

While none turned him down outright, their expressions... suggested difficulties, especially in dealing with the Three Judicial Departments... it was tricky.

Because not long ago, the Three Judicial Departments, Ritual Department, and Shadow Guard had major moves, making these people more obedient than ever.

They dared not entertain any thoughts anymore.

"Look at the Shen Family!"

On the street, Jiang Yudao’s face was very displeased.

Such hypocritical people, they were never troubled when accepting benefits, quite the opposite.

Half an hour later.

Jiang Yudao stood at the entrance of the Shen Family, looking at the huge plaque, the words Shen Mansion dragon-like and phoenix-dancing.

The expressions of the two rows of guards were solemn, deterring approach.

However, Jiang Yudao walked over slowly and spoke to the lead guard, "Dark Moon Jiang Yudao wishes to see Shen Tong."