Published: December 26, 2024
Although Cang Xuan City is just a city under Yunzhou, the Ao family was once a top family in Yunzhou. Now, they control Cang Xuan City and are the rulers of Cang Xuan City, possessing immense power. Cang Xuan City is an extremely important city within Yunzhou.
Although Cang Xuan City is managed under Yunzhou, in reality, all forces in Cang Xuan City must act according to the Ao family's wishes; they are the local overlords. For instance, the Shanyao Pavilion is a top force in Yunzhou, but even they must show respect to the Ao family in Cang Xuan City and cannot develop recklessly. The Soulfire Family holds a very high status in Yunzhou and is above the Ao family, yet they cannot oppress the Ao family either; both sides have an equal standing.
Of course, there is one crucial point: there is a secret near Cang Xuan City, which is also the most important purpose of Li Dongyu's visit.
However, given the current relationship between the Soulfire Family and the Ao family, they may not gain many benefits from this secret. Therefore, Li Dongyu wanted to pursue Ao Qingling to obtain the power to intervene in this secret through marriage.
Now that Qin Chen has emerged, saving Ao Qingling and winning her favor, he has effectively blocked Li Dongyu's path.
Although Qin Chen’s origins are unclear, Li Dongyu is not afraid at all. However, this time, it is a significant matter, and naturally, Li Dongyu cannot allow any accidents to happen; all unexpected occurrences must be crushed in the cradle.
“Alright, Dongyu, don’t overthink it. I have already investigated; this child should have no connection with the Wukong Organization. As for you…”
Ao Lie looked at Qin Chen: “You saved my daughter, and our Ao family is immensely grateful. What do you want? As long as our Ao family can fulfill it, we will comply.” He could see at a glance the hostility the Soulfire Family had towards Qin Chen and understood the source of this enmity. Although he had not decided to betroth Qingling to the Soulfire Family, the Li family holds a notable position in Yunzhou. To avoid trouble, he decided to give Qin Chen some compensation and then dismiss the matter.
Originally, he had heard about Qin Chen's feat of slaying Feng Buqun and felt curious about him. Such a genius is worthy of the Ao family's investment. However, since it has attracted hostility from the Soulfire Family, and he even felt a sense of uncertainty regarding Qin Chen, in this troublesome season, he decided not to complicate things further.
“Father, after all, he is my savior. We cannot be disrespectful; otherwise, if it gets out that our Ao family are ungrateful people, where will our reputation go? How can we manage Cang Xuan City?” Ao Qingling frowned, looking at Qin Chen with immense gratitude.
She had been immersed in the assassination from the other day. Just at her most critical moment, Qin Chen fearlessly blocked the lethal strike, repelled the assassin, and then suppressed the situation. This was undoubtedly the most thrilling experience of her life, making it hard to forget and forever memorable.
Ao Lie's eyes flickered, hesitating for a moment before saying, “Qingling is right. This young friend, may I ask your esteemed name? Which force do you belong to? Regardless, the Young Hero has saved my daughter. Tonight, I will host a banquet to express my gratitude.”
“There’s no need for that. I came to Cang Xuan City without any intention. I have many matters to attend to in Cang Xuan City, and a banquet would be too troublesome.” Qin Chen remained unfazed, making it impossible to discern his true thoughts: “My actions were only done out of goodwill, and I seek no reward.”
“Oh? Seeking no reward?”
The Earth Saint and Cang Xuan City’s master, Ao Lie, was also surprised. He is a distinguished person and could tell that Qin Chen wanted to rid himself of the trouble he had attracted. His tone was sincere and reflected his true intentions.
“This child's cultivation is quite remarkable; although he is merely at the peak of Human Level, he possesses the demeanor of an Earth Saint. Compared to Li Dongyu, he is not at all inferior, and his demeanor is extraordinary. It’s likely that his background is not simple. Although our Ao family is a local overlord, we should still strive to befriend such a talented young man. Moreover, my daughter has a good impression of him.”