CHAPTER 449: CHAPTER 125: THE VENERABLE’S WRATH! NO CHICKEN OR DOG LEFT!

When Luo Cheng was focusing on preparing for his cultivation in the Washing Body Pond.

He appeared in the Imperial City, attended the Eldest Prince’s banquet, and utterly defeated Xiao Lie, an Inner Sect disciple of the Fierce Cloud Sect, as well as Liu Yifeng, a disciple of the Extreme Dao Sect!

Furthermore, news of him defeating Hua Jingyang once again spread widely.

In just a few days, this news swept across the entire Great Yue Dynasty.

Those who heard the news had the same first reaction—disbelief, suspecting they had misheard—followed by unparalleled shock!

For a time, these events became a hot topic in conversations at tea tables and dinner gatherings.

Luo Cheng’s name resounded loudly, even overshadowing Hua Jingyang’s fame!

Wuyan City.

This was a mid-sized city in the northwest of the Great Yue Dynasty.

The Sun Family, the most prominent family in Wuyan City, was situated in the northern part of the city. Spanning over a thousand acres, its grounds were filled with majestic buildings, winding corridors, flowing streams, and even the roads were paved with white jade—a display of utmost luxury!

Ever since Sun Yingyang advanced to the Awakening Vein Realm, especially after becoming an elder of the Fierce Cloud Sect,

the Sun Family’s development over the past decade had been extraordinarily rapid!

They rose from being an obscure small family in Wuyan City to becoming its foremost power, even surpassing the influence of the City Lord Mansion!

In a small garden in the Sun Mansion.

The sound of musical instruments echoed beautifully as several graceful maids swayed their hips, singing and dancing among the flowers.

In a pavilion in the center of the garden sat a middle-aged man with slanted shoulders and predatory eyes, dressed in a purple cloud-patterned robe edged with gold, sipping tea.

This middle-aged man was none other than Sun Yingyang.

The left side of his face was grotesquely twisted with flesh contorted like crawling centipedes, and his left eye was half white, giving him an eerie and fearsome appearance.

Since being injured by Yun Mengli, Sun Yingyang had returned to Wuyan City to recuperate.

Yun Mengli’s Essence Energy Flames were too domineering, and it was only recently that his injuries had fully healed.

Yet, in just two months, Sun Yingyang seemed to have aged ten years.

The pain of his physical injuries was secondary.

The death of Sun Chuanwu dealt him an immense blow.

The sound of footsteps rang out.

A tall young woman whose features somewhat resembled Sun Yingyang’s strode into the garden.

She was Sun Caining, the eldest daughter of Sun Yingyang and the elder sister of Sun Chuanwu. Although she had awakened a mere Three-star Martial Soul and had ordinary cultivation aptitude, she usually managed family affairs in Wuyan City.

"You all may leave,"

Sun Caining waved a hand, dismissing the others.

Seeing her somber expression, Sun Yingyang asked, "What is it?"

"Father, I just received some news."

Sun Caining took a deep breath. "Luo Cheng is still alive!"

Crack!

The teacup in Sun Yingyang’s hand shattered into pieces. He stood up abruptly, his overwhelming rage contorting his already twisted face further:

"What did you say?!"

Sun Caining quickly relayed the information she had received.

"Impossible! That little bastard was being hunted by the Blood Eagle—how could he still be alive?! Could it be that the Blood Eagle deceived me? If I see it again, I’ll tear it apart!"

Sun Yingyang roared in fury, unable to contain his seething anger. With a bellow, he slammed his palm outward.

Boom!

A nearby artificial mountain in the garden was reduced to rubble, leaving a deep handprint in its place. The destructive power of a Sixth Layer Peak Awakening Vein Realm expert was vividly displayed!

After Sun Yingyang’s anger subsided a little, Sun Caining spoke up:

"According to the rumors, Luo Cheng has a close relationship with Luo Yao, the Pavilion Master of Lingyun Pavilion in Linjiang City. It was Lingyun Pavilion that rescued him."

"Lingyun Pavilion?"

After venting, Sun Yingyang calmed down, pondered for a moment, and said:

"If it’s Lingyun Pavilion, that’s manageable. However, I suspect it’s not that simple!"

"What do you mean, Father?"

Sun Yingyang’s eyes narrowed slightly. "During the Three Sects Martial Arts Competition, I already felt something strange! That little bastard awakened a Wasted Martial Soul—a complete loser. How could he have developed so rapidly?"

"It’s only been two months since the competition, and yet he has already advanced to the Second Layer of the Awakening Vein Realm! And he possesses such combat strength!"

"There must be someone formidable behind him, sparing no effort to nurture him!"

Sun Caining inhaled sharply. "Could it be the Ji Family, one of the Ancient Families? But Father, didn’t you say he had been expelled from the Ji Family and was no longer associated with them, free to be killed as others pleased?"

Sun Yingyang’s expression wavered, growing increasingly grim:

"Wait for me here!"

With that, Sun Yingyang turned and left.

He strode quickly to a secret chamber after leaving the garden.

The chamber was small, its walls embedded with Luminous Pearls. There was only a single desk inside, upon which sat a Purple Gold Incense Burner.

Sun Yingyang took a deep breath, brushed his fingers, and retrieved a thumb-length piece of purple sandalwood from his Storage Spirit Ring. With great reverence, he placed it in the burner and lit it.

"Hmm? You again! Didn’t I say that you are never to use my Soul Smoke again? How dare you disobey!"

As the smoke rose, a voice echoed within the chamber, filled with displeasure.

Though the voice was not loud, it resembled divine thunder, causing the void to tremble and the entire chamber to quake!

Sun Yingyang collapsed to the ground, trembling all over, not daring to lift his head:

"Venerable, your order is law—how could I disobey? It’s just that the situation is urgent, leaving me with no other choice."

"What could it be? If the reason isn’t sufficient, you know the consequences!"

Sun Yingyang hurriedly explained, "It concerns Luo Cheng, the Ji Family bloodline from Qishan City. In less than a year, he has already..."

"Hmph!"

Before Sun Yingyang could finish, a cold snort erupted in the chamber, shaking it violently.

Thud!

Sun Yingyang felt as if his mind had been struck by a mountain, causing him to vomit a mouthful of blood immediately. His vision blurred and he felt dizzy!

The booming voice roared with fury: "I’ve already told you that the useless wretch was expelled from my Ji Family and has no connection to us anymore!"

Sun Yingyang remained prostrated, not daring to show the slightest discontent:

"Pardon me, Venerable, for my misspoken words! It’s just that, concerning Luo Cheng..."

"Enough! Regarding Luo Cheng, I’ve already dispatched someone to investigate. They should arrive in the Great Yue Dynasty in just a few days. Whether to kill or dismember him, the decision will be made! Your role in this matter is over. Remember! Do not use my Soul Smoke again, or else..."

Crack!

With a final snort, massive cracks appeared across the chamber, and the Soul Smoke extinguished abruptly.

After some time, Sun Yingyang struggled to his feet, carefully putting away the remaining Soul Smoke before leaving the chamber.

"Father, you’re injured!"

Waiting outside, Sun Caining rushed up upon seeing Sun Yingyang’s ghastly pale complexion.

"Was it the Ji Family?"

Sun Yingyang weakly waved his hand and wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, saying:

"Uncertain. However, judging by the attitude of that senior, it’s clear that the Ji Family has already disowned Luo Cheng! They won’t interfere in his affairs."

"What do we do now? Luo Cheng killed my younger brother—he must die!" Sun Caining’s tone was icy.

Sun Yingyang pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Is it true that Luo Cheng severely injured Xiao Lie?"

Sun Caining nodded. "Yes! It’s said the injuries are severe enough to hinder his future cultivation. He’s as good as crippled!"

Sun Yingyang sneered, "He truly dares to act boldly! If that’s the case, we don’t need to rush to take action."

"Xiao Lie is the direct grandson of Inner Sect Elder Gao Jinlie. With Xiao Lie crippled, how could Elder Gao tolerate such humiliation?"

"Under his command are five top disciples, all at the Middle Stage of the Awakening Vein Realm, including one at the Sixth Layer. They’ll surely be sent to exact vengeance on Luo Cheng!"

Sun Caining nodded, her voice still cold: "A pity I can’t personally avenge my brother!"

"Don’t worry, you’ll have the chance."

Sun Yingyang’s eyes filled with murderous intent:

"I’ll focus on healing for now. You, however, must keep close watch for any updates. Once I recover, we’ll make a trip to Qishan City!"

"By then, if Luo Cheng is still alive, I’ll personally kill him! And the Luo Family! I’ll slaughter them all—leave none alive! This will avenge Chuanwu!"

Luo Cheng’s rapid advancement to the Second Layer of the Awakening Vein Realm had become an ever-growing threat!

Sun Yingyang dared not pin his hopes entirely on others and resolved to eliminate this future danger as quickly as possible!