Xiao Ye walked out directly and said frankly, "How is it not related? This Instructor Li is a crucial figure in our army. What, do you intend to make a move against Instructor Li?"
Instructor Li!
The mention of this title made many people gasp. Did he have some extraordinary background?
Xiao Ye stepping forward represented the Xiao family's backing!
"Xiao Ye, what do you mean by this?" Ye Zhizhuan's expression turned somewhat ugly. He was truly surprised that the Xiao family would intervene at this moment, as there was no reason for them to do so.
Even with a good relationship, Li Se had initiated the conflict first!
"Mr. Ye, Old Master Ye, if you want to move against Instructor Li, I think it's best to understand Instructor Li's identity first."
Xiao Ye smiled, "Several months ago, Instructor Li was appointed as the chief instructor of the Heavenly Dragon, equivalent to the rank of Major General. Are you sure you want to attack him?"
Major General!
Upon hearing this, everyone present gasped in unison, finding it hard to believe what they had heard.
"He... he's a Major General?"
"Damn it, no wonder he's so arrogant, not even giving the Ye family a second glance!"
"But... even if he's a Major General, can he be so presumptuous here in the Ye family?"
"Regardless, he's still a Major General!"
"..."
Many people were discussing, as Li Se's identity was no longer simple, and the situation had changed somewhat.
Chief Instructor of the Heavenly Dragon!
The rank of Major General.
This was undoubtedly a bombshell, a bolt from the blue!
The faces of the Ye and Tang families also changed. Even with his arms crippled, his expression was greatly altered because he hadn't expected Li Se to have such a background.
To be honest, he had investigated Li Se, but it was all superficial. The main reason was that Li Se hailed from Qingyun City, so he hadn't paid much attention to him.
But who would have thought that this guy would actually be the chief instructor of the Heavenly Dragon!
"Xiao Ye, I wanted to keep a low profile. Why did you have to expose my identity?" Li Se appeared helpless.
Xiao Ye chuckled, "These are all experts. We are all from the military. I naturally cannot just stand by and watch!"
The ancient martial artists had paused their actions, awaiting their family head's orders, unsure whether to attack or not.
"Even if he is the chief instructor of the Heavenly Dragon, so what?"
Old Master Ye said calmly, "Xiao Ye, even if your grandfather came here, he couldn't break my grandson's arms. Since it was done, there must be a price to pay!"
Xiao Ye's expression became slightly solemn. Old Master Ye's words indicated only one thing: the matter here could not be easily concluded.
"Old Master Ye, everyone, actually, Instructor Li has another identity."
The one who stepped forward was none other than Du Jinglong.
"Group Leader Du, does he have another identity?"
Ye Zhizhuan scoffed, "You are from the Imperial Physician Review Group. Could this guy possibly be an Imperial Physician?"
Imperial Physician?
Many people shook their heads. How could it be possible? So young, he couldn't be an Imperial Physician.
"Indeed, an Imperial Physician!" Du Jinglong replied, nodding. "Instructor Li is the youngest Imperial Physician in our China, and he has been reviewed by our review group!"
Upon these words, the entire venue fell silent once more.
This was a thunderbolt striking again and again.
If Li Se were merely a Heavenly Dragon instructor, the Ye family might not have reacted so strongly. But now, with another identity, he was actually an Imperial Physician!
The identity of an Imperial Physician was very special, much like the Li family. Why could they become a top-tier influential family?
The Li family had reached this point because of Old Imperial Physician Li Zhongfu!
Now, Li Se was not only the chief instructor of the Heavenly Dragon but also an Imperial Physician!
These two identities caused the faces of the Ye and Tang families to change dramatically.
"So young, and already a Major General and an Imperial Physician?" Old Master Ye frowned. He couldn't help but look towards the Li family.
Li Sheng Guo was aware of these matters but remained outwardly calm.
Li Tian, on the other hand, was filled with shock. He had always believed that Li Se had established himself in the capital by relying on the Li family, and even his brazenness today stemmed from the Li family.
But now, it seemed that was not the case!
Li Tian's expression was grim because he realized he might not be as capable as Li Se, which made him feel uncomfortable.
"Talented beyond his years, truly talented beyond his years!"
Old Master Ye chuckled, "So young, to already be an Imperial Physician and a Major General. Looking at all the young talents in the capital, truly none can compare to you. However, even so, what does that matter? This is not a reason for you to break my grandson's arm!"
As he spoke towards the end, his tone deepened, clearly indicating Old Master Ye was angered.
He had remained relatively quiet earlier because he wanted to see how his grandson would handle the situation. But now that his grandson was injured, how could he, as a grandfather, not step in?
"Old Master Ye, your grandson hit my woman, so me hitting him is perfectly reasonable," Li Se said with a faint smile.
"Your woman?" Ye Zhizhuan snorted. "Everyone knows our Ye family is entering into an alliance with the Tang family. This Tang Xi is our Ye family's daughter-in-law. What relationship does she have with you?"
Li Se calmly replied, "That is a decision made by your Ye and Tang families. In reality, Xi Xi and I have already established a personal connection. So, which is more important, my consent or my family's consent?"
"Since ancient times, it has been the parents' decree and the matchmaker's words. Of course, one must listen to the family!" Ye Zhizhuan said in a deep voice.
"I don't care about all that," Li Se shook his head. He looked at Tang Xi and said earnestly, "Xi Xi, are you willing to go with me?"
"I am willing!" Tang Xi responded almost without hesitation.
Li Se had done this much for her, so she didn't need to hesitate any longer.
The Tang family members' expressions turned serious upon hearing this.
Admittedly, Li Se was indeed quite capable, but the Ye family's influence was far greater. If Tang Xi truly left with Li Se today, the relationship between the Ye and Tang families could no longer be repaired.
"Tang family, what do you think?" Old Master Ye looked at the Tang family. He appeared not to be angered.
Tang Mingguo, as the current head of the Tang family, had to speak. In his heart, he naturally weighed the pros and cons.
Li Se was indeed talented beyond his years, but compared to the entire Ye family, he was still somewhat inferior.
Therefore, this was basically a decision that required no deliberation.
Perhaps in the future, Li Se could surpass the current Ye family, but that was a matter for the future.
Given what had happened today, with Li Se's capabilities, it was unknown if he could withstand the Ye family's wrath.
Tang Mingguo said straightforwardly, "My Tang family will naturally marry Tang Xi to the Ye family. This is our Tang family's decision, and no one can change it!"