Huang Huahu never expected Ye Kunlun to be so arrogant.
What he also didn't expect was that his two personal guards, who were invited as esteemed consultants from the Dao Seeking Sect, were both at the peak of the Grandmaster realm.
As a result, neither of them could even touch Ye Kunlun's clothes.
Huang Huahu endured the pain in his knees, glaring at Ye Kunlun, "Ye Kunlun, I will inform those above about today's events. Wu Jian Yu will pay the price."
He, Huang Huahu, presided over China's laws and was an incredibly fierce tiger.
But to Huang Huahu, Wu Jian Yu was an even greater sword hanging over his head, filling his heart with endless frustration.
From time immemorial, he had sought ways to eliminate Wu Jian Yu.
However, Wu Jian Yu's existence was extremely special, solely under the jurisdiction of the Son of Heaven, able to disregard all rules.
Therefore, over the years, Huang Huahu had employed countless methods. Even when Wu Jian Yu suffered heavy personnel losses, it still had the Four Great Impermanents and supreme authority.
Yet, he was still unable to eliminate Wu Jian Yu.
Ye Kunlun sneered, "You can try."
Ye Kunlun left a parting remark and walked away without looking back.
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Huang Family Assembly Hall.
Huang Huahu's bleeding had stopped, and his legs were wrapped in thick bandages, his face extremely grim. "Wu Jian Yu, Ye Kunlun, I will make you pay!"
"Prepare yourselves. I wish to meet the Son of Heaven!"
After some thought, Huang Huahu had an idea.
To completely eradicate Wu Jian Yu, the current Son of Heaven had to change his decree.
In the years Wu Jian Yu had existed, it had not served any significant purpose; Huang Huahu's control over China's laws was sufficient.
Soon, Huang Huahu's carriage left the Huang family residence and headed for Shanhe City, where the Son of Heaven resided.
Shanhe City was a massive city covering thousands of acres, entirely built with countless gray bricks and tiles. It was solemn and majestic, the absolute core of power within the secular world of China.
From afar, Shanhe City presented a vast expanse of gray, exuding an aura of majesty and pressure that inevitably inspired fear in the heart.
As Huang Huahu's carriage arrived at the North City Gate, it was stopped.
"Captain Li, I wish to see the Son of Heaven. Please inform him."
Huang Huahu was very respectful to the guards.
Li Hu said to Huang Huahu, "Lord Huang, please return."
Huang Huahu was stunned and asked, "What does Captain Li mean by this? Is it possible I cannot even see the Son of Heaven?"
Li Hu, with a stern expression, replied, "The Son of Heaven already knows why you are here. This matter is entirely up to Lord Huang to handle."
Huang Huahu expressed slight dissatisfaction, "Ye Kunlun of Wu Jian Yu acts cruelly and disregards the law. I have come precisely to request the Son of Heaven to revoke Wu Jian Yu's special privileges. How can this be something I decide?"
Li Hu remained unyielding, "Lord Huang, Wu Jian Yu has existed for nearly a century. It has its reasons for existence."
After speaking, Li Hu made a gesture to leave.
Huang Huahu almost choked with anger, never having imagined that his audience with the Son of Heaven would be refused today.
Feeling indignant, he shouted towards the North Gate of Shanhe City, "Your humble servant, Huang Huahu, implores an audience with the Son of Heaven!"
"Lord Huang."
A hoarse voice came from within the North Gate. A person in a purple robe with graying hair walked out gracefully.
Upon seeing this person, Huang Huahu's demeanor softened slightly, "Huang Huahu pays his respects to Eunuch Yuwen."
"Lord Huang is too kind. This servant is merely conveying a message from the Son of Heaven. Be it Wu Jian Yu or the Ministry of Justice, each shall rely on their own capabilities."
Eunuch Yuwen had a fair face with a sinister smile. "Could it be that Lord Huang cannot defeat Wu Jian Yu?"
"This servant has heard that Wu Jian Yu has very few personnel, comprising only the Four Great Impermanents and a dozen odd attendants in total."
Huang Huahu was naturally aware of Wu Jian Yu's situation, but some things could not be judged by their surface appearance.
"Eunuch Yuwen, Wu Jian Yu possesses the Judge's Order and the Son of Heaven's Sword."
Huang Huahu replied solemnly, "If the Son of Heaven withdraws these items, then I, Huang Huahu, will have no fear of Wu Jian Yu."
Eunuch Yuwen smiled, "This servant has said all that needs to be said. Lord Huang, please return."
Huang Huahu wished to say more, but after glancing at Eunuch Yuwen, he said nothing further.
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Shanhe Platform.
"Son of Heaven, the message has been delivered to Huang Huahu."
Eunuch Yuwen stood bowing outside a grand hall.
"Huang Huahu has occupied this position for so many years; he has enjoyed enough blessings."
A majestic voice emanated from within the hall, its tone unreadable.
"Ye Kunlun is a person destined for this calamity. Let him cause a stir for now. After all, the capital has been too quiet for too long, and it's time for some excitement."
Eunuch Yuwen asked, "Son of Heaven, Ye Kunlun has only been in the capital for a few days and has already caused such a stir. Should this old servant issue a warning?"
"There is no need. It is not yet time."
"This old servant understands."
After a brief silence, the Son of Heaven's voice echoed from the hall again, "Also, you shall go to Taishan Prefecture and meet that person. Tell him that I wish to see him!"
Upon hearing this, Eunuch Yuwen showed surprise, "Son of Heaven, do you mean you wish to see the one from the Sacred Temple?"
"Yes."
"This servant will depart soon."
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"Hey, Big Brother, Boss!"
Zhuge Chu followed Ye Kunlun, looking at him with admiration, "Forget it, I'll just call you Boss. 'Big Brother' sounds a bit weak."
"Boss, you were so awe-inspiring just now! That was Tiger King Huang Huahu, who holds the power of life and death over countless people, yet you crippled his legs."
"Wait, that's not right. From what I know, Huang Huahu's legs were already crippled years ago?"
Zhuge Chu slapped his forehead and looked at Ye Kunlun in confusion.
"Could it be... he was faking it?"
Zhuge Chu looked enlightened and excited, "Boss, Huang Huahu is extremely cunning. You need to be careful in the capital from now on."
Ye Kunlun listened to Zhuge Chu, this little simpleton, babbling incessantly beside him, feeling somewhat speechless. He pointed a finger at him.
Mmmph mmmph mmmph—
Instantly, Zhuge Chu couldn't utter a word, his face turning red with urgency.
"That's better, quiet!"
Ye Kunlun said faintly, feeling his ears had become much quieter.
"Mmmph mmmph mmmph..."
Zhuge Chu was on the verge of tears, gesturing with his hands as if trying to say something.
Zhuge Chu raised his hands to swear, adopting a pleading posture.
Ye Kunlun snorted and released his pressure point.
Zhuge Chu cupped his mouth, fearing he might not be able to control himself and have his speech point blocked by Ye Kunlun again.
"Boss, I know a good restaurant. How about I treat you to lunch?"
Zhuge Chu, holding his mouth, cautiously uttered.
"Lead the way!"
Ye Kunlun looked at Zhuge Chu meaningfully, not refusing.
Zhuge Chu felt a little flustered under Ye Kunlun's gaze, "Boss, your look is too scary!"
"Stop the nonsense. If you keep talking, I'll make you unable to speak for the rest of your life!"
Zhuge Chu, terrified, dared not say another word and quickly led the way.