Published: December 26, 2024
“Are you the one who saved my daughter, Qin Chen?” The City Lord Ao Lie of Cang Xuan City squinted at Qin Chen, “Your strength is not bad. To be able to save my daughter at such a dangerous moment, if it weren't for your intervention, she would have been in peril. What kind of martial artist are you? I must express my gratitude to you!”
Ao Lie's voice boomed, causing the void to tremble; his words carried the weight of the Law, stirring up the rules around them.
Qin Chen was shaken inside; an exceptional Earth Saint had such power, capable of shaking the Law. How terrifying would a Heaven Saint or a Holy Son be?
“City Lord, you are being courteous. It is only natural for practitioners like us to help when we see injustice,” Qin Chen replied in a cold and hoarse voice. “That assassin was ruthless and contained the supreme killing path. Clearly, they had made preparations beforehand. City Lord, you should trace the source and aim to find the purpose of the assassin organization soon. I believe they will not strike only once. If they attempt to assassinate the young lady again, she will be in danger. After all, City Lord, you cannot always be by her side.”
“Hmm?” Ao Lie's eyes revealed a hint of shock. “Young man, your analysis is very keen and remarkably calm, displaying the demeanor of a significant figure. However, you need not worry about that assassin; I already know their origins. If they dare to come to Cang Xuan City again, I will ensure they return without success.”
In his heart, he marvelled; with his cultivation and status, most people would be deferential when they saw him. This was a pressure of status and strength, as well as a difference in aura.
Yet this person before him seemed accustomed to great figures, remaining calm and composed in his presence, and his demeanor and tone were remarkably natural, showing neither sorrow nor joy. He exuded an unfathomable aura that greatly impressed Ao Lie.
Initially, he did not pay much attention to Qin Chen. It was only after hearing Cai Gaofeng's report about Qin Chen setting up a grand formation to ambush the head of Gu Fangzhai, Feng Buqun, that he became interested in meeting him.
Now seeing him, his bearing was indeed extraordinary.
This young man is not simple!
Ao Lie's gaze flickered slightly as he casually said, “Given your age and strength, you must be a remarkable talent. Why have you appeared in my Cang Xuan City? Moreover, I have heard that you have established a force called Dust Pavilion here and even eliminated the City Lord of Gu Fangzhai, Feng Buqun. I wonder, Young Hero, what exactly...”
“Father, I heard you found the benefactor who saved your daughter! Where are they?”
At that moment, an excited voice rang out, followed by a graceful figure gliding in like a fairy, bursting into the hall. It was Ao Qingling, the daughter of Ao Lie and the young lady of the City Lord's mansion, whom Qin Chen had seen earlier.
Upon seeing Qin Chen, Ao Qingling's face instantly radiated excitement as she moved in front of him, slightly bowing and saying, “I am Ao Qingling. I thank you, Young Hero, for your help before. Your great kindness is something I will never forget.”
Ao Qingling spoke sincerely, bowing gracefully. Her flowing hair fell softly, her delicate skin slightly blushed like a ripe apple, captivating and enchanting, making one’s heart sway.
But Qin Chen remained indifferent, smiling faintly, unaffected by her beauty. He replied, “Young Lady, you are too polite. It was just a small matter, not worth mentioning.”
“It was indeed just a small matter, but City Lord Ao, this master has an extraordinary background. My family, the Soulfire Clan, is considered one of the top families in Yunzhou, and I have seen a lot in my time, but I have never encountered such a brilliant talent, which is quite strange.”
At this moment, several people walked in with imposing strides.
Qin Chen glanced over and saw a young man accompanied by two elders entering the hall.