Han Qingmian froze, thinking she hadn't fully recovered from her injuries and was hallucinating.
"You little brat, what did you say?" Han Qingmian asked again, unsure.
Ye Kunlun looked at his senior sister, who was displaying a rare innocent and sweet demeanor, and said sternly, "Anyone who dares to bully my senior sister will regret being born into this world."
"Senior sister, I just said I've annihilated the Osaka family. From today onwards, there will be no more Osaka family in Tōyō. As for the surviving remnants of the Osaka family, if they dare to claim to be from the Osaka family, I guarantee they won't live past three days!"
Coldness flickered in Ye Kunlun's eyes.
He had already instructed Matsushita Ya and others that if any members of the Osaka family scattered across Tōyō dared to identify themselves as Osaka family members, they were to be executed immediately!
Han Qingmian, despite having weathered many storms, was still shocked by Ye Kunlun's words.
Osaka was one of the top three most powerful families in Tōyō, with deeply rooted influence and far-reaching impact.
Even killing the core members of the Osaka family might not be enough to uproot them entirely.
But Ye Kunlun's words made her absolutely believe that from this day forward, the Osaka clan would cease to exist in Tōyō.
Gurgle—
Han Qingmian's stomach growled twice, jolting her back from her shock.
She looked at Ye Kunlun, who had a serious expression, and said with a solemn tone, "You little brat, you're not allowed to take such big risks anymore!"
"It's not a risk to avenge my senior sister," Ye Kunlun smiled. "I've learned all sorts of skills from my masters. If I don't even have the ability to protect the people around me, wouldn't my ten years on the mountain have been in vain?!"
"Senior sister, don't worry, I'm not the Ye Kunlun I used to be."
Ye Kunlun said earnestly to Han Qingmian, "There might be people in this world who can match me, but certainly not many. At least, I haven't encountered any yet!"
"Even if I do, if they dare to bully my senior sister, I will give my all to slay them!"
Hearing Ye Kunlun's words, Han Qingmian's heart fluttered.
Ye Kunlun's face had long shed its youthful innocence. His mature and resolute features were filled with masculinity. Coupled with his domineering words just now, Han Qingmian almost lost her composure.
"Yes, senior sister will always believe in you!"
"But you must remember, your safety is always the most important. Senior sister doesn't want you to put yourself in danger for us!"
Ye Kunlun shrugged, a sly smile curling at the corner of his mouth. "Senior sister, I used to obey because I couldn't beat you. That's not necessarily true anymore."
Han Qingmian glared at him, then patted her stomach. "I'm hungry, let's eat something first!"
The dining room of the villa was filled with warmth.
Meanwhile, Tōyō was once again plunged into shock!
What happened to the Osaka family could not be hidden.
After all, Osaka Suke was one of the advisors to the Grand Minister, and his status was very high!
When the Grand Minister's office learned of Osaka Suke's death, the entire Tōyō elite was thoroughly stunned!
Never in history had anyone dared to come to Tōyō and kill an important member of the Grand Minister's advisory group.
This was simply showing no respect for Tōyō, practically defecating on the Grand Minister's neck.
"Have you found out? Was this indeed done by a Chinese person?"
The chief advisor, with his gaunt face and sunken eyes, questioned the scout kneeling before him.
"It was indeed done by a Chinese person, his name is Ye Kunlun!" the scout replied.
"Ye Kunlun... so it's him!" The chief advisor's gaze deepened. He had heard of Ye Kunlun's name long ago.
After all, Ye Kunlun had eliminated several important figures in China.
"The second and third elders of the Hidden Line also died by his hand. This child is very likely from an ancient sect in China!"
The chief advisor's expression turned grim. Seemingly aware of the terrifying nature of China's ancient sects, he was momentarily unable to make a decision.
"Chief Advisor, we haven't interacted with China's ancient sects for a long time. Should we invite the High Priest to intervene?"
Someone beside him whispered.
The chief advisor glanced at him, and the man flinched back, revealing fear.
"It's not yet at the point where we need to trouble the High Priest," the chief advisor replied coldly. "Report this matter to the Emperor first..."
As he spoke, a beautiful woman in a bright red Tōyō-style kimono walked in.
Upon seeing her, everyone was first taken aback, then bowed in unison towards the woman, "Greetings, Lady Miko!"
"The Emperor has ordered that we not provoke this person for now!"
Miko spoke, her eyes gazing at the group of advisors before her.
The chief advisor immediately asked, "Lady Miko, does the Emperor have a better plan?"
Miko glanced at the chief advisor and smiled faintly. A seductive pink hue flickered in her beautiful pupils.
"Chief Advisor, who can fathom the Emperor's thoughts? If you're truly curious, why not go and ask yourself?"
The chief advisor shivered and quickly lowered his head, seemingly afraid to meet Miko's gaze.
He then asked, "Lady Miko is joking. It's just that the Osaka clan has been wiped out. If we take no action, will the Chinese become more aggressive?"
"Someone will naturally come to handle this situation."
Miko's smile faded, and she looked at the somewhat fearful chief advisor. She added, "Chief Advisor, depart for the United States tomorrow. I believe you know what to do."
The chief advisor paused, then quickly understood Miko's intention.
The Emperor wanted to involve the United States, which seemed like a good idea.
"I will depart tomorrow morning."
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The villa, dining room.
"Senior sister, you should return to China tomorrow. I'll head back after I take care of some matters here," Ye Kunlun said to Han Qingmian, wiping his mouth.
He had to meet the High Priest and, more importantly, ensure Mo Ziyan's safety!
If Mo Ziyan had chosen to stay here willingly, he wouldn't say a word.
But if she was forced, Ye Kunlun wouldn't mind annihilating the so-called Shrine as well.
"You have other matters?"
Han Qingmian, unaware of Mo Ziyan's situation, looked at him curiously.
Ye Kunlun nodded. After some thought, he decided to explain to Han Qingmian.
"Senior sister, I have a childhood friend named Mo Ziyan. For certain reasons, she is currently being held captive in a Tōyō Shrine by the High Priest. I need to bring her out."
Upon hearing Ye Kunlun's words, Han Qingmian frowned.
The reason was none other than the Shrine!
"The Shrine holds a transcendent position in Tōyō, and the four elders of the Hidden Line are disciples of the High Priest."
Han Qingmian knew she couldn't dissuade Ye Kunlun, so she could only tell him what she knew, so he could be better prepared.
"No one knows the High Priest's true strength, but it must be immense!"
Worry flickered in Han Qingmian's eyes.
"You little brat, senior sister will accompany you. It can be an added support."
Ye Kunlun chuckled, "If senior sister comes with me, it will only make it easier for me to be distracted."
Han Qingmian sighed, recalling all that had happened today.
She knew that her ability to help Ye Kunlun was diminishing.
"Then you must be careful yourself!"