"What do you know?"

Yu Tianheng shook off Dai Mubai's hand, still glaring angrily at Ma Hongjun.

"My relationship with Dugu Yan has lasted for years—do you really think it can be broken that easily?"

"Today, none of you are leaving. No matter how strong you are, don't forget—this is the Imperial City."

"This is not a place for country bumpkins like you to act recklessly."

With a cold sneer, Yu Tianheng pointed to one of his subordinates.

"Go call the city guards."

"They should all be arrested for causing a public disturbance."

The subordinate from the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan immediately turned and left upon receiving the order.

Yu Xiaogang remained silent. At this point, the conflict had already escalated beyond the point of resolution.

The Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan couldn't afford to lose face, and neither could Yu Tianheng.

Dai Mubai crossed his arms and looked at Yu Tianheng with scorn.

"I gave you sincere advice, but you refused to listen."

"Do you really think picking a fight with us will win her back? Let me tell you—it's impossible."

His sharp words hit Yu Tianheng like a knife to the heart.

Yu Tianheng's expression darkened with rage.

"If Dugu Yan sees what kind of useless clowns you really are, she'll come to her senses sooner or later."

"She'll change her mind one day." He spoke slowly and coldly, each word like a knife.

Before long, the city guards rushed over aggressively.

"Commander Wang, these are the ones causing trouble. Our Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan tried to stop them and ended up injured!"

The thin young man regained his arrogance as soon as he saw the guards arrive. His voice grew louder and more confident.

The middle-aged man known as Commander Wang narrowed his eyes, his expression sharp.

After one glance at the battered Yu Tianheng, he immediately understood what was going on.

He needed to give some face to the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan. After all, they still held considerable power within the Imperial City.

Making friends with them could only bring benefits.

"Take them all away," Commander Wang ordered, not even sparing a glance at the Shrek group.

At his signal, the guards stepped forward, preparing to apprehend them.

Just as Dai Mubai was about to speak, Ning Rongrong stepped forward and stood in front of him.

"Let me see who dares to lay a hand on us."

"My Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect is not a group you can touch so casually."

Arms crossed and chin held high, Ning Rongrong stood before Commander Wang with an arrogant posture.

She had always been proud—and rightfully so.

"Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect?"

Commander Wang hesitated, doubt flickering in his eyes.

Ning Rongrong didn't waste time explaining. She raised her palm, and the Nine Treasures Glazed Pagoda martial spirit appeared, shining brightly.

The unique and unmistakable spirit shocked Commander Wang.

He hadn't realized her identity at first glance, but now it was undeniable.

Offending the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan was risky—but offending the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect would be far worse.

For a moment, the entire situation froze.

Yu Xiaogang hadn't expected someone from the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect to be among this group either.

Watching the commander struggle to make a decision, he began to feel uneasy.

Though the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan was powerful, it still didn't hold a candle to the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect.

Yu Tianheng's expression grew darker as he realized the girl he had offended was none other than the daughter of the sect leader.

"If any of you dare touch even a single hair on me, I'll send word to my father right away."

Ning Rongrong's cold snort sent shivers through Commander Wang. He could already sense this girl wasn't ordinary.

And remembering that the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect's leader had only one beloved daughter…

His gaze sharpened as he looked at her.

If this was really her, then she was like royalty in the sect.

If he offended her, he might lose more than just his post.

Just as he was hesitating in silence, a calm voice rang out from behind the crowd.

"Commander Wang, what's going on here?"

From the distance, an elegant figure slowly approached. His composed, noble aura immediately drew attention.

"Your Highness Qinghe!"

Commander Wang immediately saluted.

The blond youth gave a light wave, a gentle smile always on his lips.

"I was dining nearby and heard the commotion. I got curious and came to take a look."

Xue Qinghe's expression was mild and pleasant.

Ma Hongjun, standing nearby, was a little surprised.

He hadn't expected to run into Xue Qinghe—or rather, Qian Renxue—here.

Of course, he knew Xue Qinghe's true identity well.

Qian Renxue had taken on this identity years ago.

He just didn't know what she was planning by showing up now.

Ning Rongrong remained unfazed by Xue Qinghe's appearance. Arms still crossed, she maintained her proud stance.

"Well, if it isn't the little princess of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect. I didn't expect to find you here."

Xue Qinghe chuckled, openly revealing Ning Rongrong's identity.

Commander Wang looked over with a knowing expression—it all made sense now.

Yu Tianheng stood stunned, unable to believe this girl was the daughter of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect's leader.

Hatred welled up in his eyes.

"Your Highness Qinghe, these people caused a scene in public and seriously injured several members of my Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan. Their behavior is completely lawless!"

Yu Tianheng bowed, then pointed at his fallen clansmen, speaking gravely to Xue Qinghe.

"Lies! They started it!"

"They tried to ambush Boss Dai first—Brother Hongjun was just defending him!"

Ning Rongrong's voice trembled with anger.

She hadn't expected Yu Tianheng to twist the truth so shamelessly.

Yu Tianheng didn't even glance at her.

Now that things had come to this, there was no turning back.

"Your Highness, please uphold justice for my Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan."

Yu Tianheng bowed again, hands clasped respectfully.

Xue Qinghe looked over the group, his gaze drifting thoughtfully. It was unclear what he was thinking.

On one side was the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, and on the other, the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan.

Even he had to consider the balance.

Commander Wang quietly let out a sigh of relief. Now that His Highness Qinghe had taken over, he didn't need to make any decisions.

"My Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect has never feared trouble. If these bastards hadn't provoked us, we wouldn't have lifted a finger."

"Letting them live is already us giving face to your Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan."

Ning Rongrong's face was frosty.

She had met shameless people before—but never anyone this shameless.

"Your Highness, I believe you'll be able to judge fairly who is right and who is wrong here."

"Rongrong, no need to trouble Uncle Ning with this."

Ma Hongjun stepped forward and addressed Xue Qinghe with respectful politeness.

Then he turned back and gently shook his head at Ning Rongrong, a faint smile on his lips.

Xue Qinghe's gaze fell on Ma Hongjun, and a flicker of surprise flashed in his eyes.

This young man had a noble appearance and a calm, poised demeanor—clearly, not someone ordinary.