Invincible Soul Emperor

Xiao Xiao couldn’t help but walk over. "Zheng Xiao, you should know that all of this is because of you. If it weren’t for you, how could your family have ended up in such a miserable state?"

These words immediately silenced Zheng Xiao. She began to recall the entire sequence of events. If I hadn’t insisted on capturing Ye Qingchen when he arrived at the outer city that day, would things have ended this way? The state of my family... rather than blaming Ye Qingchen, it would be more accurate to say I’m the one who ruined them...

"Alright, Xiao Xiao, don’t waste any more of your breath on her," Ye Qingchen said, walking over to them. "It’ll be troublesome if she gets controlled by the Demonic Qi again."

The two of them gave Zheng Xiao one last, indifferent glance and said no more. They could both imagine what fate awaited her.

The group quickly arrived at the inner city.

Xue Feng approached Ye Qingchen. "Brother Ye, since you’re here, you are a guest of our Xue Family. I’ll go deal with the Zheng Family’s affairs. Someone will arrange accommodations for you."

Xue Feng gave a brief explanation and left. No sooner had he departed than a member of the Xue Family came to lead them.

"This way, please. These are your guest rooms," the servant said. "Lord Xue Feng has already given instructions. If you need anything, just let us know."

The servant led them to a secluded courtyard. Xiao Xiao looked at the room, pleased. It’s so quiet here; we won’t have to worry about being disturbed. Xue Feng is very considerate.

"Young Master, let’s go inside," Xiao Xiao suggested. "It will probably take Xue Feng some time to handle that matter. We might have to wait a while before asking the Xue Family to help us get the Buddha’s Relic."

Ye Qingchen nodded, and the two of them entered the building.

「Meanwhile, at the Jiang Ancient Clan.」

Jiang Qi sat in a chair with his eyes closed while a person beside him diligently gave him a massage.

"Saint Heir, Saint Heir! There’s news about Ye Qingchen!" a servant reported, rushing in.

At these words, Jiang Qi’s eyes snapped open. "What did you say? There’s news? HAHAHA! Quick, tell me, how is that guy doing now? He must be in a terrible state after the beating I gave him!" Jiang Qi said smugly.

The servant nodded and continued, "Yes, Saint Heir. Ever since you ordered us to keep watch upon your return, we haven’t dared to slack off for a moment. After leaving the Wuji Immortal Palace, they went straight to the Western Region. According to our informants, he likely went there to find healing medicine. You truly injured him severely last time!"

Hearing this, Jiang Qi burst into loud laughter. "HAHAHA, I knew it! No matter how arrogant that brat is, he can’t escape my grasp! He even went to the Western Region looking for healing medicine. It seems This Holy Son’s efforts weren’t for naught!"

At this thought, Jiang Qi slowly rose from his chair.

"So, Saint Heir, should we continue to move against him?" the servant asked. "Our informants say he has already reached the Xue Family. If he’s with them, it might be difficult for us to make a move."

Jiang Qi nodded. "He’s looking for medicine, right? Why would he go to the Xue Family?"

"Saint Heir, according to our information, the medicine he needs can only be found in the First Mystic Realm. The Xue Family happens to be in charge of that realm, so Ye Qingchen would naturally seek their help."

Hearing this, Jiang Qi couldn’t help but stroke his chin. "The Xue Family, hmm? Why would they help Ye Qingchen for no reason?"

The servant added, "That’s right, the Xue Family wouldn’t help him without a reason. But, Saint Heir, what if there’s an exception?"

This comment gave Jiang Qi an idea. "I think you have a point. With such a powerful expert by Ye Qingchen’s side, who knows if he’ll use some trick to bewitch the Xue Family into helping him?"

Jiang Qi walked over to the servant with his hands clasped behind his back. "Do this: send someone to the Xue Family as my representative. Tell them that as long as they refuse to help Ye Qingchen, the Jiang Ancient Clan has plenty of profitable collaborations to share with them!"

Jiang Qi quickly made the arrangements.

After the servant left, Qin Yue, who had been standing to the side, let out a cold snort. "Do you really think your little schemes will stop Ye Qingchen from getting what he wants?"

Her words made Jiang Qi frown in displeasure. "Qin Yue, what are you trying to say? Do you truly believe that with my interference, Ye Qingchen can still succeed? Don’t you forget how he got those injuries in the first place!"

An expression of fury appeared on Qin Yue’s face. "You know perfectly well how Ye Qingchen got his injuries! It was all because of your shameless sneak attack! How else would he have been hurt? You’re nothing but a petty coward who schemes behind people’s backs!"

Enraged, Jiang Qi closed the distance in a single step and seized her by the throat. "Qin Yue, it seems I’ve been too lenient with you lately! You still dare to speak up for Ye Qingchen in my presence!"

Qin Yue remained proud and unyielding. "Jiang Qi, you should have realized long ago that I am Ye Qingchen’s fiancée. Even if you strangle me to death today, I will never have feelings for you!"

His face dark, Jiang Qi flung her aside. Qin Yue stumbled and fell to the ground, but her gaze remained firm. "It’s useless to be angry, Jiang Qi. That is a fact, and it will never change!"

Seeing this, Jiang Qi waved a hand at his servants. "Lock her up! Don’t let her out until she stops defending that Ye Qingchen!"

As Qin Yue was led away, Jiang Qi paced his grand hall, his face flushed with anger. Ye Qingchen, oh Ye Qingchen, let’s see how long your arrogance lasts! Since I was able to injure you once, you can forget about getting your healing medicine this time! Ye Qingchen, just you wait! And Qin Yue will become my woman sooner or later!

As Jiang Qi stood in the hall seething, a familiar figure walked leisurely inside.

"Saint Heir, will you require my assistance this time?"

Hearing the familiar voice, Jiang Qi looked at the person approaching him, and a brilliant idea suddenly struck him. "HAHAHA, Wu Chang, you’ve recovered well. Since you’re offering to go, I certainly won’t stop you! However, even though your recovery is good, your strength is still lacking. Dealing with Ye Qingchen might be a bit difficult."

Jiang Qi smiled, patting Wu Chang’s shoulder.

Wu Chang looked at Jiang Qi, his face devoid of expression. "Saint Heir, you know of the deep-seated hatred between us. If there’s a way for me to rapidly increase my strength, just tell me. No matter the hardship, I am willing to endure it!"