"Strange, why didn't the Ye family and Yun Fan's kid start fighting?"
In the Crown Prince's manor, a group of people were bewildered. Logically, Yun Fan and the Ye family should have been in a fierce battle by now.
Or, more quickly, Yun Fan would have already been killed by the Ye family, and they could use that opportunity to infer the condition of Ye Ji's injuries.
But the current calm was entirely unnatural.
Ouyang Mingyue arrived.
"Your Highness, there's no need to worry. Ye Qingcheng and Yun Fan are about to engage in a decisive battle!"
He said to the Crown Prince.
Although the news hadn't spread yet, he had already obtained it through internal channels, holding the first-hand intelligence.
"Is that true?"
The Crown Prince breathed a sigh of relief. He had thought his plan hadn't worked. In fact, Jiang Xueyan wasn't assassinated by them either.
"Of course, it's true. However, one thing I don't understand is why Yun Fan isn't deploying that Xiantian expert against the Ye family! Why would he go to such lengths to have a decisive battle with Ye Qingcheng?"
This was what Ouyang Mingyue couldn't comprehend. If he were Yun Fan and possessed such a trump card, he wouldn't be so timid.
The Crown Prince said, "Patriarch Ouyang, this is where you've missed something. The reason for not deploying that Xiantian expert might be that this Xiantian expert is already engaged in a hidden struggle with Ye Ji!"
"That's certainly possible!"
Ouyang Mingyue nodded in agreement with the Crown Prince's speculation. In fact, they had stumbled upon the truth by chance.
At this moment, Ouyang Mingyue said, "Your Highness, our plan can proceed, but we must guard against those working in the shadows!"
"Yes!"
The Crown Prince nodded, and then the group began to formulate a larger plan.
...
The back mountain of the Ye family.
This was the place where the Ye family head meditated. Despite being in the prosperous Jinling, it was exceptionally quiet.
For the Ye family, this was a forbidden area, a place even Ye Qingcheng couldn't trespass.
At this moment, Ye Ji was in a hot spring, nurturing her body.
Afterward, she elegantly put on her clothes and said, "Since you're here, do you plan to remain hidden in the shadows?"
Indeed, as soon as she finished speaking, a figure appeared before her. This person was Leng Ningshuang.
In her eyes, the reason her junior brother was hesitant to confront the Ye family was none other than his apprehension towards Ye Ji. Since this woman was so powerful, she would resolve Ye Ji, this potential future obstacle, for her junior brother.
The moment their eyes met, even Leng Ningshuang felt a jolt. It wasn't for any other reason, but because the woman before her was too beautiful.
Coupled with her innate charm, she had attracted the admiration of countless men.
The three great beauties were indeed extraordinary.
At this moment, Ye Ji smiled at Leng Ningshuang, "I wondered who it was, but it's a little beauty!"
"Hmph!"
Leng Ningshuang snorted, "Ye Ji, I've come today to take your life!"
Ye Ji remained unfazed and calmly asked, "For what reason?"
"Do I need a reason to kill you?"
"Of course. If you don't tell me, how will I know why you want to kill me? What if this is a misunderstanding?"
"There can be no misunderstanding. Ye Ji, your reputation is too notorious. Everyone wants to get rid of you!"
Leng Ningshuang's killing intent was palpable.
Ye Ji said, "This is likely not an excuse, is it? The reason you want to kill me is to avenge that woman, isn't it?"
The woman she spoke of was naturally Jiang Xueyan.
"So, you admit it?"
Although Jiang Xueyan had recovered and even gone to Medicine King Valley as a blessing in disguise, Ye Ji was still a stumbling block for her junior brother.
Therefore, she couldn't let Ye Ji live. Killing this woman would remove Yun Fan's worries.
"I can only say it was a misunderstanding. The assassin wasn't my Ye family, nor was it me!"
Ye Ji explained.
"Would a murderer admit to being one? How laughable!"
Leng Ningshuang said coldly.
"It seems you are determined to fight, then?"
"What do you think?"
The next moment, Leng Ningshuang decisively attacked, lunging at Ye Ji.
Ye Ji reacted quickly, unleashing a stream of water that shot out like an arrow, piercing straight towards Leng Ningshuang.
Leng Ningshuang flicked her wrist, dispersing the water jet, and attempted to close the distance to Ye Ji.
But at this moment, Ye Ji's hands continuously threw out embroidery needles, played with more skill than Dongfang Bubai's in the past.
These embroidery needles, which seemed harmless, now possessed infinite power. Ordinary people couldn't withstand their piercing force, let alone those at the Half-Xiantian level.
Leng Ningshuang dodged them one by one. She was a Xiantian master and was now displaying her full strength.
They engaged in a spectacular duel here.
During the duel, Leng Ningshuang released her true qi, deflecting the embroidery needles back, instantly filling the air with dazzling sparks.
The remaining embroidery needles fell to the ground, erupting in a series of violent explosions.
After the explosions, the surroundings seemed much quieter.
At this moment, Ye Ji praised Leng Ningshuang, "Your strength is impressive, but unfortunately, you still can't kill me!"
"That remains to be seen!"
Leng Ningshuang launched another assault, leaving almost a mere afterimage in her wake. She was indeed a Xiantian expert, her power undiminished even after a prolonged battle.
At this point, Ye Ji abandoned her embroidery needles and opted for close combat with Leng Ningshuang.
Their battle was earth-shattering and soul-stirring.
However, despite the fierce combat, no one outside was alerted, as the area was vast.
It spanned at least a thousand mu, perhaps more.
In Jinling, where land was more precious than gold, such an expenditure of land for a backyard was a grand gesture, likely only possible for the Ye family, the wealthiest in the land.
"Boom!"
Leng Ningshuang gathered her full strength, forming a palm strike that shot outwards.
"Bang!"
Immediately, the two clashed palms. Leng Ningshuang retreated several steps, while Ye Ji remained rooted to the spot.
"So strong!"
Even Leng Ningshuang had to admit that Ye Ji's strength was immense, far surpassing her own. She hadn't even managed to probe the full extent of the opponent's combat power.
However, she didn't retreat. Instead, a fighting spirit emerged. The stronger the enemy, the more she felt compelled to defeat them.
After all, she wouldn't leave such a formidable opponent for her junior brother.
"Still not giving up?"
Seeing Leng Ningshuang charge forward again, Ye Ji grew somewhat displeased. She hadn't expected the opponent to fight so desperately.
"Once you're dead, I'll give up!"
Leng Ningshuang remained unaffected and charged directly at Ye Ji.
In the blink of an eye, the two resumed their earth-shattering battle.
"Boom!"
After another fierce explosion, Leng Ningshuang was sent staggering back.
"One Leaf Shading the Sky!"
Ye Ji was finally getting serious. This was the Ye family's ultimate skill. For anyone else, the power would be far less than hers.
This was because Ye Ji was the creator of this technique, and when unleashed by her, it was truly world-shattering.
At this moment, Leng Ningshuang's expression changed. She had witnessed the power of "One Leaf Shading the Sky" and considered it a perfect ultimate technique.
She had studied it and believed she had the strength to counter it. But upon truly witnessing Ye Ji's display, she realized that her understanding of "One Leaf Shading the Sky" was merely superficial.
She had no confidence in breaking through Ye Ji's move.
"Slash!"
As Ye Ji let out a shout, Leng Ningshuang suddenly felt as if her vision was being obscured by something.
She could see nothing.
So, she quickly closed her eyes, relying on her ears to listen.
"It's too late!"
Ye Ji struck decisively, hitting Leng Ningshuang.
"Pfft!"
Leng Ningshuang spat out a mouthful of blood. Just as she was about to counterattack, she realized Ye Ji had already seized her by the neck. Sudan Novels.
If she made the slightest move, Ye Ji would snap her neck.
Ye Ji admired her, "Your strength is impressive. You've actually figured out a way to deal with 'One Leaf Shading the Sky'! Unfortunately, the gap between us is too great. Even if you could break it, it would be futile!"
"Hmph!"
Leng Ningshuang said, "Give me three more years, and I'll definitely defeat you openly!"
"Unfortunately, I won't give you that time!"
Ye Ji shook her head.
"Stop the nonsense. Being defeated by you is because I'm not as skilled. If you have the guts, kill me!"
Leng Ningshuang said.
She wasn't afraid of death. It was a pity that she couldn't help her junior brother take down her opponent, not even if it meant a mutual destruction.
Alas, she had missed this opportunity.
Ye Ji asked, "Are you truly not afraid of death?"
"Not afraid!"
Leng Ningshuang closed her eyes, awaiting death. After all, if she were in Ye Ji's position, she would also eliminate the opponent without hesitation.
"You may go!"
The next moment, Ye Ji removed her hand from her neck.
"You're letting me go?"
Leng Ningshuang looked at Ye Ji in disbelief. No matter what, she hadn't expected Ye Ji to spare her.
Ye Ji said, "That's right. I'm letting you go because I don't want you to be used by someone with ulterior motives!"
At this moment, Leng Ningshuang's emotions were complex.
However, just then, Ye Qingcheng, having heard the commotion, arrived with her people and surrounded Leng Ningshuang.
"How dare you come to my Ye family and cause trouble! No one can save you today!"
Ye Qingcheng said with a cold smile.
She couldn't fathom what courage Leng Ningshuang had to attempt to assassinate her mother.
"Bitch, if you have the guts, kill me!"
If there was anyone Leng Ningshuang couldn't stand, it was Ye Qingcheng. Despite being an enemy of her junior brother, she repeatedly tried to seduce and manipulate him.
What was more, her junior brother actually fell for it. This was something she found utterly baffling.
"Very well! Then I shall fulfill your wish!"
Saying that, Ye Qingcheng was about to make a move.
But Ye Ji said, "Let her go!"
"Mother, we can't let a tiger return to the mountains!"
Ye Qingcheng said urgently. She didn't intend to kill Leng Ningshuang, but she could use her to extort Yun Fan.
This would ensure Yun Fan would never be able to contend with her.
Unexpectedly, Ye Ji gave her a cold glance.
"Let her go!"
Although Ye Qingcheng was unwilling, at this moment, she could only order her subordinates to let Leng Ningshuang go. After all, she knew her mother very well.
That look was a clear warning. If she persisted, her mother would not forgive her.
"Hmph!"
Leng Ningshuang left with an air of carefree abandon.
"Everyone, disperse!"
As Ye Qingcheng gave the order, the others retreated. At this moment, only Ye Ji and Ye Qingcheng remained.
"Why aren't you leaving?"
Ye Ji looked at Ye Qingcheng coldly.
Ye Qingcheng quickly said, "Mother, are you feeling better?"
"Why do you ask?"
Before Ye Qingcheng could answer, Ye Ji said, "If I'm not better, do you intend to replace me?"
"I wouldn't dare!"
Ye Qingcheng said fearfully. Although she did have such a thought, she wouldn't dare show it.
"Wouldn't dare?"
Ye Qingcheng seemed to realize she had said the wrong thing and quickly explained, "No, your child has no such intentions!"
"Whether you do or not is no longer important. This position will be yours sooner or later. I have come to terms with it!"
Ye Ji said, "Though my Ye family is strong and fears no one, we cannot be manipulated by others. Find out the truth!"
"Yes!"
Ye Qingcheng quickly complied.
Shortly after Ye Qingcheng left, Ye Ji could no longer hold back, and a mouthful of blood spewed out.
"Pfft!"
The blood splattered on the vibrant peony flowers, making them even redder.
Then, Ye Ji sighed and turned to enter the hot spring.
...
Yun Fan was completely unaware of Leng Ningshuang's attempt to assassinate Ye Ji.
When he came to Jinling, he was on a simple mission, which had unexpectedly become convoluted.
As the time to uncover the truth approached, Yun Fan decided to go for a drink at a bar.
Unfortunately, Zhu Lian wasn't there. He wondered how she was doing recently.
He didn't even realize he was starting to worry about Zhu Lian. Perhaps it was because Zhu Lian had helped him so much.
He couldn't bear to see Zhu Lian perish.
"Handsome, would you like special service?"
A charming voice drifted over. Yun Fan was instantly speechless.
"No!"
He waved his hand impatiently.
"If you don't want it, I'm leaving then!"
The other party chuckled again. Yun Fan felt the voice sounded familiar, so he quickly looked up.
Only then did he realize it was Zhu Lian, looking at him with a smile.
"Sister, why are you teasing me again?"
Yun Fan was extremely exasperated. Every time they met, this god-sister had to tease him.
At this moment, Zhu Lian smiled, "I was just joking to liven things up!"
"How did you know I was here?"
Yun Fan asked curiously, but then he stopped. Since their first meeting, Zhu Lian had never had his contact information.
Yet, she always knew his whereabouts.
"What do you think?"
Zhu Lian smiled, "Sister is an omnipotent being. As long as sister wants to find you, no matter where you are, you can't escape sister's grasp!"
"That impressive!"
Yun Fan believed that Zhu Lian's words were not an exaggeration.
"Sister, are you feeling better?"
Yun Fan asked with concern.
"Much better!"
Zhu Lian said, "You say you don't care about me, but why would you care if you didn't?"
"I genuinely consider you my sister, so I'm expressing familial concern!"
Yun Fan quickly explained.
He didn't want any misunderstandings between them.
Zhu Lian said with disappointment, "I didn't expect I've already faded with age. It's only natural for little brother not to be interested in me!"
"No... that's not it, Sister, please don't overthink it!"
Yun Fan was awkward. He wasn't afraid of Zhu Lian being aggressive, but he was afraid of her using this frail tone to deal with him.
At this moment, Zhu Lian smiled, "I'm just kidding. I came to see you to return something to you!"
With that, she took out the Yin Jade and handed it to Yun Fan.
"Sister, please keep it for now! You need the Yin Jade now!"
Yun Fan didn't accept it. It wouldn't hurt to lend it to Zhu Lian for a while longer if he wasn't using it.
But Zhu Lian shook her head, "I can't use it anymore. Sister's injuries are too severe, and the Yin Jade's effect is minimal!"
At this point, Yun Fan finally understood.
"Sister, here, take this!"
Saying that, Yun Fan handed the Medicine God Pill to Zhu Lian. He was a loyal person. Zhu Lian had helped him so much,
She had even given him the Body Tempering Pill, so it wasn't unreasonable for him to give Zhu Lian a Medicine God Pill at this time.
"Where did you get this?"
Zhu Lian looked at Yun Fan in shock. She hadn't expected Yun Fan to obtain something so valuable.
Yun Fan said, "I asked Medicine King Valley Master Mo Yun for it. I got it specifically for you!"
"Would he agree so readily?"
Zhu Lian looked at Yun Fan, puzzled. In her understanding, the people of Medicine King Valley, especially the elders and the valley master,
were all very difficult to deal with. She hadn't expected them to be willing to give Yun Fan pills.
Yun Fan didn't explain. He said, "Yes, he agreed, and he was very straightforward!"
"Little brother, I adore you so much!"
With that, Zhu Lian directly kissed Yun Fan on the cheek.
"Uh..."
Yun Fan hadn't expected Zhu Lian to take liberties with him so suddenly. What's more, he had no recourse, as the law apparently didn't protect men in this regard.
In this regard, men were always the weaker party.
"Sister, can this pill help you?"
Yun Fan asked uncertainly. He had previously offered Zhu Lian a Great Restoration Pill, but she had refused, so he wasn't sure if the Medicine God Pill could help her.
"Yes, it can help immensely!"
Zhu Lian said excitedly, "Little brother, come, let's drink! We won't stop until we're drunk!"
"But your injuries..."
"Don't worry! It's an old ailment. A few more drinks won't hurt!"
"Alright!"
Yun Fan was also straightforward, as he had come out for drinks today.
However, the outcome was the same as usual. He was still no match for Zhu Lian, so he could only make an early escape.
After returning to the hotel, just as Yun Fan was about to go to sleep, he was stunned when he turned on the lights. Four women were staring at him from the bed.
"Junior Brother, where have you been fooling around?"
Leng Ningshuang asked Yun Fan. Why did she ask first? After all, since childhood, only she could manage Yun Fan.
"Just to relieve stress, I went for a drink!"
Yun Fan explained.
"Oh! Then it's fine!"
The women chose to believe Yun Fan. If Yun Fan were truly involved with other women, they would absolutely find evidence!
So, perhaps they had been misunderstanding Yun Fan all along. Yun Fan wasn't that kind of person.
At this moment, Yun Fan found some excuses and sent the other three women away, leaving only Leng Ningshuang.
"Junior Brother, why did you ask me to stay alone?"
Leng Ningshuang asked Yun Fan.
"Seventh Sister, you're injured!"
Yun Fan said directly.
Leng Ningshuang was injured, and severely so. This was something that couldn't be hidden from him, even if it could be hidden from others.
What's more, to injure a Xiantian expert, the opponent's strength was by no means ordinary.
"Sigh!"
Leng Ningshuang sighed. "I originally wanted to share your burden and deal with Ye Ji, but that old woman is too powerful. I'm no match for her!"
"No way! Seventh Sister, how could you risk assassinating Ye Ji?"
Yun Fan was startled. He knew Ye Ji's strength, though he had never met her.
He hadn't expected his Seventh Sister to risk assassinating Ye Ji for him. Fortunately, Seventh Sister was only injured; otherwise, he would be guilt-ridden for life.
"That's right. However, Ye Ji ultimately chose to let me go!"
Leng Ningshuang said, "She told me that we were all being manipulated!"
Yun Fan had already suspected this. He had even confirmed it with Ye Qingcheng, so it was likely true.
Therefore, Yun Fan said, "Seventh Sister, we are indeed being manipulated. So, for now, our primary task is to deal with the person manipulating us from the shadows!"
"How will you deal with it?"
Then, Yun Fan told Leng Ningshuang about his and Ye Qingcheng's plan.
"I didn't expect this bitch to have so many tricks! I underestimated her!"
Leng Ningshuang was surprised that Ye Qingcheng was such a cunning woman.
Yun Fan comforted her, "No matter how many tricks she has, she'll never be able to compare to Seventh Sister!"
"Of course. Who do you think I am? She's not even fit to carry my shoes!"
Leng Ningshuang said proudly.
"However, Ye Ji is a big problem. If she doesn't die, it will be difficult for Junior Brother to reclaim everything that belongs to you!"
Leng Ningshuang expressed some worry. Even if Yun Fan and Ye Qingcheng joined forces to deal with those in the shadows, a decisive battle would eventually take place.
Ye Qingcheng was not a concern, but Ye Ji was too strong. If this continued, Yun Fan would definitely not be Ye Ji's match.
Yun Fan said, "Seventh Sister, don't be pessimistic. We will win in the end!"
"Really?"
Leng Ningshuang was surprised by Junior Brother's confidence. Generally, when Yun Fan showed a confident expression, it meant that the matter would definitely succeed.
This was her understanding of Yun Fan.
"Yes, but I can't tell you the plan yet!"
Yun Fan said apologetically. This plan was also a plan between him and Ye Qingcheng. Ye Qingcheng needed his help to deal with her mother.
And seeing Ye Qingcheng so confident, Yun Fan firmly believed that Ye Qingcheng already had a way.
However, she hadn't revealed the specifics to him yet, which was why he hadn't told Leng Ningshuang the detailed plan.
"It's fine, I believe you!"
Leng Ningshuang said nonchalantly, "When the time comes, Junior Brother just needs to inform me, and I'll help you, even if it means sacrificing my life!"
"It's possible I'll need Sister's help then, but it won't be as serious as sacrificing my life!"
...
As the news of Yun Fan and Ye Qingcheng's decisive battle spread throughout Jinling, various forces were shocked. They had initially thought it was a rumor.
But it turned out to be true.
However, those who didn't know the inside story were still unaware of why Yun Fan was engaging in a life-or-death battle with Ye Qingcheng.
Yun Fan had already carved out a path for himself. From defeating the Dragon War God Yu Long and Ouyang Shaohui to uncovering Yu Shuai as a traitor, he was truly a legend.
Since arriving in Jinling, he had been the center of attention. Just when everyone thought he was about to make a grand move,
he unexpectedly became involved in a scandal with Ye Qingcheng. No, it should be said that the evidence was conclusive. This shattered the dreams of countless young boys and girls.
But how long had it been since then? Yun Fan was about to engage in a life-or-death battle with Ye Qingcheng. This scene was simply too bizarre!
Although they didn't know the inside story, it didn't stop them from making bold speculations.
Some speculated that the reason Yun Fan and Ye Qingcheng fell out and were heading for a decisive battle was simply that Yun Fan had wronged Ye Qingcheng.
Ye Qingcheng, enraged, wanted to kill Yun Fan.
Others speculated that the Ye family, being so wealthy and powerful, looked down on Yun Fan as a son-in-law, and Yun Fan had had enough of the Ye family's disdain.
Finally, unable to bear the humiliation, he proposed a decisive battle with Ye Qingcheng. After all, he wasn't some crooked-mouthed war god who could slap the Ye family's faces after entering their home.
However, given the Ye family's might, even if Yun Fan were a crooked-mouthed war god, it likely wouldn't matter.
While these speculations were illogical, in this era of widespread internet, self-media outlets would write anything for traffic.
And they analyzed it with seemingly sound reasoning, making perfect sense.
Of course, this was not the most daring speculation. The most daring speculation was that Yun Fan had cheated on Ye Qingcheng while she was pregnant.
Then, he was caught by Ye Qingcheng. Ye Qingcheng might have even dealt with the mistress. Yun Fan, devastated, proposed a decisive battle with Ye Qingcheng.
To avenge his mistress.
It had to be said that these rumors, each more outrageous than the last, were beyond absurd, reaching the height of absurdity.
However, the truth was that through this decisive battle, Yun Fan and Ye Qingcheng planned to lure out and capture those manipulating them.
On the eve of the decisive battle.
In the Crown Prince's manor, the Crown Prince asked Ouyang Mingyue, "Is everything prepared?"
"Your Highness, everything is ready!"
Ouyang Mingyue said, "Yun Fan will have a Xiantian expert by his side in this battle, so Ye Qingcheng is bound to lose. Once she loses, Ye Ji will intervene, and we can benefit from it!"
"Yes!"
The Crown Prince nodded. "Are there enough men? This time, we not only need to eliminate Yun Fan, but more importantly, Ye Ji, and unite the four great families!"
"If there aren't enough men, it might not succeed!"
Hearing this, Ouyang Mingyue said firmly, "Your Highness, rest assured! The three of us patriarchs will lie in wait in the shadows. Once we confirm Ye Ji is heavily injured, we can eliminate her!"
Their objective was clear. If Ye Ji wasn't injured, they wouldn't suffer any losses.
The Crown Prince listened and said, "I will personally go to the scene this time. We cannot miss this golden opportunity!"
"Your Highness, absolutely not! We will be dealing with Ye Ji then, and we won't be able to protect your safety!"
Ouyang Mingyue quickly refused.
But the Crown Prince said displeasedly, "Do you think I am incapable of protecting myself?"
The next moment, he decisively attacked, unleashing a strike towards Ouyang Mingyue.
"Bang!"
After they exchanged a palm strike, Ouyang Mingyue's face turned pale with shock.
"Your Highness, you've broken through to Xiantian?"
He looked at the Crown Prince in astonishment, not expecting the Crown Prince to have broken through to Xiantian. It was completely beyond his expectations.
After all, the Crown Prince had only been at Half-Xiantian before. Coupled with his recent slump, it was impossible for the Crown Prince to break through to Xiantian.
Unexpectedly, the Crown Prince was able to swim against the current and reach Xiantian.
The Crown Prince revealing his realm this time was likely intended to intimidate him. It seemed that after his breakthrough, the Crown Prince had become even more formidable.
"With my mother's help, I was fortunate enough to break through!"
The Crown Prince said frankly, "This time, I will not only reclaim my humiliation but also take back everything that belongs to me. I will ascend to the peak again, and that position, I am determined to have. No one can stop me."
This was his confidence, and his confidence stemmed from his Xiantian cultivation.