Chapter 247: Chapter 149: One Slash
Even if he sided with the Lu Family today, they might not appreciate it afterward.
And if he made an enemy of the Jingwu Bureau, the Wang Family’s chances in the battle for Wushan Mountain would be in jeopardy.
"Wang, this is a plot by the Government Office to sow discord! It’s all to put an end to the marriage alliance between our two families."
Seeing Wangqingshan’s silence, Lu Canghai said gravely.
From his perspective, he had clearly already analyzed the reason for the current situation.
But Wangqingshan was still weighing the pros and cons and didn’t respond.
"Nie Xuanfeng, Chen Sheng disrupted my Lu Family’s engagement celebration today. You must give us an explanation. Otherwise, don’t blame me for being ruthless!" Seeing Wangqingshan still hadn’t made a move, Lu Canghai stopped trying to persuade him and let out a cold snort.
The next moment, he brought two fingers together and pointed into the air.
In an instant, a roar echoed through the skies above Luoyun Manor.
Then, from within Luoyun Manor, one aura after another surged forth. A glance revealed dozens of figures floating in the air above the manor.
Every one of them radiated a powerful aura.
What was most striking was that two of these auras were especially tyrannical, having actually reached the Profound Mastery Realm.
"An explanation? What kind of explanation does Manor Master Lu want?"
Nie Xuanfeng glanced over. Though his expression grew a little more solemn, he was clearly not intimidated.
"Strip this man of his official post and cripple his cultivation, then send him to Luoyun Manor to serve as a slave for ten years."
Lu Canghai said, pointing at Chen Sheng.
"Impossible!"
Sun Yuzhi snorted, her cold, fierce aura flaring up.
Nie Xuanfeng glanced at Sun Yuzhi in surprise, a faint smile playing on his lips as he said coolly:
"Lu Canghai, do you really think Luoyun Manor can place itself above the Jingwu Bureau? What audacity. I’ll make myself clear today: the Jingwu Bureau acts on behalf of the people, in accordance with the law.
Captain Chen has only performed a meritorious service, not a crime. If you at Luoyun Manor want to rebel, you’re welcome to try."
Then, Nie Xuanfeng also raised a hand, and a sharp snap echoed from his sleeve.
The next moment,
from the vicinity of Luoyun Manor, powerful auras also began to rise. A host of Peacekeeper Envoys, Deputy Captains of Jing’an, and Captains of Jing’an all revealed themselves. In total, a glance showed there were over twenty people.
In addition, a figure wearing a silver half-mask radiated a dangerous aura. He wore a Junior Fifth Grade Bear Official Robe, similar to Sun Yuzhi’s, and was clearly also a Vice Governor of the Jingwu Bureau.
This scene,
instantly left all the guests of Luoyun Manor dumbfounded.
’Who would have thought things would escalate to this point today.’
’The Government Office had so many experts stationed nearby. This was clearly premeditated!’
Wangqingshan’s brow also furrowed tightly, as he faintly realized something was amiss.
’Nie Xuanfeng absolutely knew about Chen Sheng crashing the engagement!’
’Otherwise, he wouldn’t have made such thorough arrangements.’
Lu Canghai’s expression was now as grim as it could be. He never imagined Nie Xuanfeng had made such preparations. Judging by the strength they had displayed, it was clearly no less than that of Luoyun Manor.
If they completely tore off all pretenses, they clearly wouldn’t have the upper hand.
For a moment, the scene fell into a complete stalemate.
Neither the Jingwu Bureau nor Luoyun Manor could possibly back down now.
If the former retreated, their authority would be lost; if the latter retreated, their reputation would plummet.
"You two, why don’t I offer a fair word on the matter?"
Just then, Monk Xuanbei of Golden Spring Temple, who had been silent until now, slowly stepped forward, a look of compassion on his face.
"Master, what is your great insight?"
Lu Canghai’s gaze flickered.
Chen Sheng, however, sneered.
’A fair word?’
’The people who say things like that often have the most unfair intentions.’
"The stability of the Ning’an Martial World was not easily won. Neither Luoyun Manor nor the Jingwu Bureau should rashly resort to arms. Otherwise, both sides will suffer grievous losses, only for Demon Cultivators to seize the opportunity.
Since today’s matter was started by the younger generation, why not let the younger generation settle it?"
Xuanbei’s eyes narrowed slightly as he chuckled.
"Master Xuanbei, what do you mean by that?"
Nie Xuanfeng’s brows twitched.
He clearly didn’t believe the monk would side with the Jingwu Bureau; after all, they had clashed before. And if the dispute were left to the younger generation, Luoyun Manor’s strongest was currently Lu Maozhi.
But that man was no match for Chen Sheng.
Lu Canghai’s expression wasn’t good either.
"Of course, I am also aware that Donor Lu Maozhi is no match for Donor Chen. A fight between them would be too unfair. Why doesn’t Luoyun Manor invite a guest to fight on its behalf, as long as they are within the same cultivation rank?
That way, it couldn’t be considered bullying. If Donor Chen wins, Luoyun Manor will let this matter drop. If Donor Chen loses, the Jingwu Bureau must give Luoyun Manor an explanation. That way, everyone is happy. Wouldn’t that be the best of both worlds?"
’Have someone fight for us?’
Lu Canghai’s eyes flickered, and he hesitated.
But just as Xuanbei had said, starting an all-out war right now would not be good for Luoyun Manor. Yet, if he were to simply accept this wager...
...it would make Luoyun Manor look like it feared the Jingwu Bureau.
After all, at the end of the day, it was the Jingwu Bureau that had come knocking on their door.
It wasn’t Luoyun Manor that had made the first move.
While Lu Canghai was still wavering, a sharp glint flashed in Lu Maozhi’s eyes. As if seizing the opportunity, he hastily looked toward Li Xuance and said:
"Li, how about I ask you to fight on my behalf today?"
Then, he secretly sent a voice transmission:
"Li, if you can cripple Chen Sheng for me today, you may choose any single item from the Luoyun Manor treasury."
Li Xuance fell silent upon hearing this and slowly shook his head.
"Maozhi, today’s dispute is between Luoyun Manor and the Jingwu Bureau. As a disciple of the Iron Sword Sect, it is not my place to interfere."
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