CHAPTER 478: CHAPTER 477 BORROWING THE FLAME PALACE (3/5)

Artificial Sea.

After a morning run, an elderly man dragged his exhausted body back to the courtyard, took the towel handed by the guard, wiped the sweat off his body, and said, "Why can’t I lose weight even though I run like this every day?"

The guard replied, "You have too many worries, that’s why you’ve gained weight. However, it’s not a bad thing, it makes you look more authoritative."

"Hmph!" The elderly man snorted coldly and said, "Authority comes from a nation’s strength, authority comes from the power behind one’s country, not from personal appearance! We still have a long way to go!"

"Yes!" The guard replied with his head lowered.

The elderly man returned to the house, took a shower, changed into a neat suit, and returned to the study.

He had just sat down when someone knocked on the door.

"Come in!" the elderly man said.

The person entered the room and immediately exclaimed, "Old Chief, something has happened!"

The Old Chief put down the pen in his hand, glanced at the person, and said, "Can you not be so startled every day? First, calm down! Even if the cannons are at our doorstep, we must face it calmly, without being subservient or arrogant, without haste or disorder! Only then can you think calmly; otherwise, being flustered all the time, what will you become? If I see you like this again next time, I think I’ll have you return to the grassroots for more training!"

"Yes, yes, yes!" The person wiped the cold sweat off his forehead and quickly nodded in agreement.

"Speak!" The Old Chief picked up the pen and said, "What’s the matter?"

"Oh, oh! It’s like this!" The person hurriedly came over and said, "Master Ye just called, saying he has something to discuss with you."

"Did you ask what’s it about?" the Old Chief asked.

The person replied, "I did. He said it’s about discussing the borrowing of the Flame Palace."

"What?" The Old Chief frowned and asked, "What does he want to do? Is he filming a scene or planning to celebrate his birthday at the Flame Palace?"

Under normal circumstances, the Old Chief would never allow it, nor would he support such improper practices. But if it’s Master Ye, he has to give him some face.

Thinking about this, the Old Chief couldn’t help but feel a bit troubled.

"It’s still unclear, but Master Ye should be arriving soon."

The Old Chief thought for a moment and said, "Go prepare some tea. I’ll entertain Elder Ye in the main hall!"

"Yes!"

...

Soon, Master Ye arrived.

He also had a courtyard at the artificial sea.

But now, with more grandchildren, it became inconvenient for him to enter and exit the artificial sea, so he simply moved outside.

On his way here, Master Ye already decided that whether the Old Chief agreed or not, he must secure the Flame Palace.

This way, he could arrange in advance and add some leverage.

After getting out of the car, Master Ye followed the person to the main hall.

At this time, the Old Chief also came over. Seeing Master Ye, he appeared very respectful and said, "Elder Ye, you’re here, please have a seat!"

Saying this, the Old Chief wanted to help support Master Ye.

Master Ye waved his hand and said, "No need, I’m not at the point of needing assistance yet!"

The Old Chief smiled slightly and said, "The old man is still in good health."

"Not anymore! Not anymore! Back when I walked ten thousand miles, I didn’t feel it, but now a few steps make me feel exhausted."

Hearing this, the Old Chief couldn’t help but smile wryly.

He could tell that Master Ye was leveraging his past accomplishments and history to pressure him.

Even if he knew Master Ye’s intentions, he couldn’t refuse his request.

"Elder Ye, just tell me your purpose for borrowing the Flame Palace," the Old Chief said straightforwardly, "We are family, no need for formalities."

"That’s good!" Master Ye nodded and said to the Old Chief, "I want to use the Flame Palace as a battlefield!"

"As a battlefield?" The Old Chief widened his eyes in astonishment.

The Flame Palace is the national treasure of the Flame Country, how can it be used as a battlefield?

Master Ye nodded, took a sip of tea, and smacked his lips.

This tea is the authentic Dahongpao mother plant, enjoyed by the Old Chief with such luxury daily, while Master Ye himself doesn’t have much of it.

"That’s right, do you still remember the Shangqing Sect?" Master Ye asked.

"Shangqing Sect?" The Old Chief raised his eyebrows in surprise, looking at Master Ye, and asked, "Who is the Shangqing Sect going to battle?"

"Coincidentally, with my granddaughter and grandson-in-law!" Master Ye said in a deep voice.

Upon hearing this, the Old Chief’s pupils contracted.

"What’s the matter?" The Old Chief’s voice became stern.

One must know, Ye Xin, as the Fire Phoenix, is the most powerful agent of Flame Country, her value is equivalent to an entire Guard District!

Additionally, Yang Chen, as the former instructor of the Dragon Tooth Squad, if it involves Dragon Tooth, then his value surpasses any Guard concept!

They are a myth, a legend, and an invincible sharp blade.

If it comes to a critical moment, Dragon Tooth can penetrate deep into the enemy’s territory and directly decapitate their leaders!

Such combat power can’t merely be described as ’valuable’!

Moreover, the Shangqing Sect, if the Flame Country faces catastrophe, it will surely protect the continuation of the nation. Such an existence can be said to be a solid backing!

With this backing, a war could be stirred without fearing the consequences of failure!

But now, these three last cards are to battle in the Flame Palace, how can he not be tense!

Master Ye shook his head and said in a deep voice, "This is my matter, you just need to lend me the Flame Palace!"

"Elder Ye, don’t joke!" The Old Chief said seriously, "Do you know what this battle represents? Our Flame Country’s top combat power is at stake! Regardless of who fails, it’s a loss we can’t afford!"

"But you can’t stop it!" Master Ye looked at the Old Chief.

"What if I capture them all?" The Old Chief said in a deep voice.

Master Ye stared at the Old Chief and said, "Who do you think can do it?"

The Old Chief frowned.

Master Ye said, "If you could capture them, it would save me trouble, no need to come here begging for the Flame Palace! But who do you think can manage that? Even if you gathered all the people from Jin Chen, you might not capture them, let alone a small group capturing them!"

"So we’re just going to let them run amok!" The Old Chief said angrily.

Master Ye sighed and stared at the Old Chief, "Do you think I want this? That’s my granddaughter! That’s my grandson-in-law! But there’s no choice, it’s an invitation to battle from the Shangqing Sect, can’t refuse! At nine tonight, atop the Flame Palace, there must be a battle!"

The Old Chief fell silent.

"Then... ensure security!" Reluctantly, the Old Chief conceded.

Master Ye nodded, "Thank you!"