Chapter 617: Chapter 376: Blood for Blood!

Phoenix had left.

Holding Tang Fei, she had left.

Yan Wenli looked at their retreating figures, deep in thought, his headache intensified by the implications of the incident.

With so many witnesses, issuing a gag order was meaningless now.

Tang Shengyan had caused an uproar at the Monitoring Bureau, and who knew how many eyes were watching this drama unfold behind the scenes.

In this incident, which was severe yet not too large or small, it could affect the political direction of the Empire for a long time.

At the crucial moment, Her Highness the Princess had come to demand someone, and even carried away the severely injured Tang Fei publicly…

In this world, the only thing more popular than conspiracy theories was celebrity gossip.

Zhong Yu Xiu Xue’s fame was no less than any star of the Empire.

He believed that this matter would soon stir up a storm, no, a national storm.

Yan Wenli rubbed his temples with some irritation, thinking that he might have to visit the Phoenix Palace again.

Tang Shengyan came over, and upon seeing Yan Wenli’s expression, he somewhat gloated, “Dean Yan, it looks like you have some troubles?”

“How could that be? I was just about to thank Big Brother for showing mercy. If you had used your full power, how could that young man have withstood your punch?” Yan Wenli bowed slightly to Tang Shengyan, his smile insincere as he said, “I, Lao Yan, have noted this kindness.”

Now it was Tang Shengyan’s turn to feel uncomfortable.

He could tell that the old man was mocking him for getting weaker with age…

And that his punches no longer hurt.

Tang Shengyan sighed deeply and said, “How could I hold back? As fists fear the young and strong, given time, I fear I won’t be able to take his punch.”

…

Yan Wenli’s gaze turned sharp as he said, “Big Brother, why must you be so ruthless?”

He knew Tang Shengyan’s words had ill intentions, a hidden threat.

With his status and level in the Cultivation Realm, yet saying he might not be able to withstand Tang Fei’s punch in the future…

How would that inspire confidence in the younger generation? How would the warriors of the Flame-Bathed Legion see themselves?

They wouldn’t dare to challenge Tang Shengyan, they would only try to test whether Tang Fei was as powerful as he claimed.

It was a fierce statement equivalent to “My son has the makings of a great emperor.”

Because there are many who love to stifle a prodigy and kill off miracles.

Was Tang Shengyan upset that his punch didn’t finish off Tang Fei, so he dug an even bigger hole for him?

“Lao Yan, you’re misunderstanding me. I, Lao Tang, from the military, speak what’s on my mind.”

“Tang Fei’s talent is extraordinary, and with guidance from the Great Grandmaster, his future is limitless.”

“His power of the Four Dragons and Four Symbols, vast and unmatched, could destroy a Grandmaster. In three to five years, I indeed fear I won’t be able to take his punch.”

…

Yan Wenli watched Tang Shengyan skeptically, trying to discern the truthfulness of his words.

Or rather, how much was true, and how much was false.

Tang Shengyan naturally understood what he was thinking, a mocking smile appearing on his lips as he said, “You political players are always so shrewd, we rough soldiers can’t compare.”

“I, Tang Shengyan, keep my word. I made a deal with that young man; he took my punch, and this matter is settled. From now on, no one from my Flame-Bathed Legion will trouble him.”

“However, Qin Jianyi is a high-ranking officer in my Flame-Bathed Legion. If there’s nothing else, you’d best release him soon. It’d give us both peace. Don’t you think that’s right?”

With that, he turned and walked towards his car.

Jiang Huowang bowed towards Yan Wenli and quickly went to open the car door.

After Tang Shengyan had left, Yan Wen waved his hand and said, “Dismissed.”

“Yes.” Zhao Zhenji immediately chimed in, eagerly shouting, “Everyone disperse, back to your posts, let’s get to work.”

Yan Wenli then looked at the caller ID on his phone, knowing that what was expected would indeed come.

——

In the back seat of the car, Phoenix held Tang Fei tightly.

“Tang Fei, are you alright? Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere?” Phoenix asked, anxiety in her voice.

Tang Fei, lying in her soft embrace, struggled to open his eyes and looked at the delicate face so close to his, his breath weak as he spoke, “You…why are you here?”

“How could I not come? You’re in this condition… Don’t worry, I’m taking you to the hospital now. Everything is ready there for the surgery…”

“I thought I could take it… I didn’t expect I couldn’t…”

“It’s all my fault; I went to big brother… he had agreed to help me, and I didn’t expect Tang Shengyan would still come…”

At this thought, Phoenix’s dissatisfaction with Zhong Tianque intensified.

If you had said it was impossible, then I would have looked for another solution.

But you clearly agreed to help mediate, and yet you did nothing… That’s your fault.

Isn’t that deceit?

If Tang Fei had truly been killed by Tang Shengyan’s punch, I would have regretted it too late.

Perhaps, in big brother’s heart, everyone is expendable.

“It’s not your fault; you have done…done a lot…” Tang Fei suddenly started coughing violently, then a gush of fresh blood sprayed from his mouth.

His eyes also slowly closed.

“Tang Fei…”

Phoenix cried out mournfully.

——

Phoenix Palace.

Zhong Daolong looked at the hurriedly arriving Yan Wenli and asked, “Is it settled?”

“It’s settled, but there was an accident.”

He knew that the moment Phoenix appeared, the Phoenix Palace had already received the news.

Hiding it would be extremely foolish.

Zhong Daolong’s expression remained calm, not angered by the incident, as he asked, “Did Phoenix go there?”