Chen Can’s severed arm twitched slightly on the ground, the metallic tang of blood spreading rapidly, instantly stunning everyone holding guns!
Chen Can’s face was pale, his lips trembling slightly, and he stared in utter shock at the Emperor’s Sword floating above Ye Kunlun’s head!
"No, impossible…"
Chen Can’s voice was filled with terror. He knew the Emperor’s Sword belonged to the Wujian Prison, but as far as he knew, the Emperor’s Sword had not appeared for decades!
Therefore, in the minds of some, the Emperor’s Sword might have long since been recalled by the Emperor, and was not in the Wujian Prison at all!
Chen Can felt as if he were dreaming seeing the Emperor’s Sword manifest today!
Though the Golden Dragon Token was powerful, it could not kill.
The Emperor’s Sword, however, was a true weapon capable of taking lives!
Wu Dao’s body trembled slightly, his gaze burning, looking at Ye Kunlun with endless admiration!
He hadn’t expected Ye Kunlun to be so resolute, not only refusing to cooperate with the Golden Dragon Token but destroying it and then severing Chen Can’s arm with the Emperor’s Sword!
At this moment, Wu Dao felt that following Ye Kunlun was an exhilarating experience, a life well-lived!
“Can the Emperor’s Sword strike you down?”
Ye Kunlun stared coldly at the terrified, trembling Chen Can, his voice calm but sending chills down Chen Can’s and everyone else’s spines.
*Thump—*
Chen Can immediately fell to his knees, “Chen Can begs the esteemed lord for forgiveness!”
With Chen Can’s kneeling, the surrounding crowd all knelt!
To see the Emperor’s Sword was like seeing the Emperor himself; to not kneel was considered disrespectful.
Ye Kunlun casually beckoned, and the Emperor’s Sword returned to his hand.
He strode towards Chen Can, pointing his sword at him, his gaze chilling, “Those people in the southern suburbs were tracking me, was I wrongly accusing you?”
“No!” Chen Can stammered in response.
“Ten years ago, Zhou Lie pursued my entire family of four. I killed him, was that justified?”
The Emperor’s Sword emanated a coldness that seemed to freeze the soul, making Chen Can sweat profusely, fearing Ye Kunlun would strike him down with a sword.
Even though his arm had been severed by the Emperor’s Sword, a cornered mouse would still fight for its life; it was better to be alive than dead!
“Justified!”
Chen Can replied without any hesitation, “Chen Can knows his guilt, I beg the esteemed lord for mercy!”
Ye Kunlun looked at the pleading Chen Can, a faint smile appearing on his lips, “You carried the Golden Dragon Token to apprehend me, who instructed you?”
“I, I…”
Chen Can didn’t know how to answer. The Golden Dragon Token was naturally backed by a certain Prince!
Even if he didn’t say it, with the Wujian Prison’s power, they could find out in time.
However, if he spoke these words, he would inevitably bear the wrath of the Prince behind him.
The subsequent implication of his family would have unforeseeable consequences!
Just as Chen Can hesitated, footsteps were heard from outside the door.
Then, an angry voice followed, “This King ordered Chen Can to apprehend the murderer. What? Are you going to strike this King down?”
As he spoke, a man and a woman entered the small courtyard.
The man was around fifty, portly, and carried an air of authority.
The woman appeared to be around thirty, wearing a white dress, looking charming and coquettish, her arm linked through the man’s.
“Greetings, Prince Hanshan!”
As the middle-aged man appeared, everyone kneeling on the ground saluted him.
Prince Hanshan didn’t even glance at the kneeling Chen Can, his eyes meeting Ye Kunlun’s, “This King was visiting an old friend at the sanatorium and heard that someone here was committing violence, so I sent Chen Can to investigate. What? You intend to strike this King down as well?”
Saying this, Prince Hanshan glanced at the Emperor’s Sword in Ye Kunlun’s hand, “The Emperor’s Sword strikes down those who commit heinous crimes. May I ask, am I guilty?”
“On the contrary, you destroyed this King’s Golden Dragon Token and offended the royal family. What crime deserves what punishment?”
Prince Hanshan’s series of questions clearly showed he did not hold Ye Kunlun in high regard.
After all, Prince Hanshan was one of the Twelve Princes. Although accustomed to a life of luxury, the dignity he possessed was beyond that of ordinary people.
After the barrage of questions, the atmosphere in the small courtyard became tense.
Ye Kunlun sheathed the Emperor’s Sword, smiled slightly, “Since it was a misunderstanding, I shall return your Golden Dragon Token!”
As he spoke, Ye Kunlun lightly drew his palm towards the ground.
Instantly, the scattered golden powder returned to his hand, melting into liquid gold, and then coalescing into the shape of the Golden Dragon Token.
Upon closer inspection, it was identical to the original Golden Dragon Token, with not the slightest difference.
“Please take care of it, Prince Hanshan, and do not anger yourself.”
Ye Kunlun smiled as he returned the Golden Dragon Token to Prince Hanshan.
“As for Chen Can…”
Ye Kunlun’s smile vanished, “I severed one of his arms, does Prince Hanshan think that was excessive?”
Prince Hanshan hadn’t expected Ye Kunlun to be able to restore the Golden Dragon Token, and the words he had intended to use to pressure Ye Kunlun all remained unspoken.
He snorted and replied, “Zhou Lie and Chen Can are members of the military. Even with the Emperor’s Sword in hand, you should not bully the weak.”
“Oh.”
Ye Kunlun smiled again, “So, in Prince Hanshan’s eyes, Zhou Lie’s pursuit of my family was justifiable, but my killing him in retaliation is bullying the weak?”
Ye Kunlun’s smile was disarmingly innocent.
Chen Can, still kneeling on the ground, thought Ye Kunlun had become afraid of Prince Hanshan and was only hoping Prince Hanshan would quickly apprehend Ye Kunlun!
But at that moment.
*Thrust—*
The Emperor’s Sword in Ye Kunlun’s hand pierced directly into Chen Can’s heart.
Chen Can froze, looking down at his chest. He never would have imagined Ye Kunlun would kill him in front of Prince Hanshan!
He looked up, staring at Ye Kunlun with unwillingness, a gurgling sound coming from his throat, accompanied by copious amounts of frothy blood.
“Then I will bully the weak. What can you do to me?”
Ye Kunlun laughed heartily, looking at the increasingly displeased Prince Hanshan before him.
The two stood in confrontation, the intense pressure and oppressive aura making the people kneeling in the courtyard tremble.
Wu Dao was both awed and excited.
Throughout history, Ye Kunlun was the first to confront the Twelve Princes!
He stood to the side, able to feel the terrifying rage emanating from Prince Hanshan, ready to erupt at any moment.
He knew better than Ye Kunlun how terrifying the power of the Twelve Princes was, and how many experts they had at their side!
If Prince Hanshan and Ye Kunlun were to truly clash, it would result in a river of blood!
“Hahaha!”
Prince Hanshan burst into laughter upon hearing Ye Kunlun’s words.
Chen Can died with his eyes wide open, never having received a single glance from Prince Hanshan even in death!
“Ye Kunlun, excellent, truly young and reckless!”
Prince Hanshan roared with laughter, his eyes showing admiration, “After the battle at the Jing Lei Sect yesterday, this King was curious as to which young prodigy could command the Yellow Wine Immortal to challenge Mo Rufeng. I hoped to meet him!”
“Meeting you today, you are indeed a dragon among youths!”
Prince Hanshan’s attitude left everyone present somewhat bewildered, unsure if he was genuinely praising Ye Kunlun or trying to ease the awkwardness with a concession.
“Prince Hanshan flatters me.”
Ye Kunlun smiled.
“I have met the person, and this King will not take up more of your time. We will meet again soon!”
With that, Prince Hanshan and the woman turned and left!
A bloody storm was averted by Prince Hanshan’s change in attitude.
Wu Dao, however, secretly marveled in his heart, “Young Master is truly incredible, forcing Prince Hanshan to retreat!”