Besides the Feng family, Changsun Changkong, who had only recently returned home, also heard about Feng Zhan's death.
"That brat Ye Kunlun, how dare he?!"
Changsun Changkong was aghast. Even as the patriarch of the Changsun family, he would never dare to kill Feng Zhan!
Feng Zhan was one of the three generals of the Eastern Sea War Zone, personally appointed by Shanhe Tai, and he held real power.
By killing Feng Zhan, hadn't Ye Kunlun slapped Shanhe Tai in the face?
Or was Ye Kunlun so arrogant that he completely disregarded Shanhe Tai?
Changsun Changkong couldn't understand. Ye Kunlun was merely a disciple of that old ghost from Wujian Prison, yet he acted so recklessly!
"Shanhe Tai..." Changsun Changkong's expression was uncertain. "It all depends on Shanhe Tai's next move. If even Shanhe Tai does nothing, our Changsun family can only temporarily avoid their sharp edge."
Changsun Changkong was not foolish. Shanhe Tai's reputation was not to be challenged by just anyone!
If even Shanhe Tai remained indifferent to Feng Zhan's death, then he would have to endure it.
"Great Granduncle."
A clear voice echoed, and Changsun Qingwan gracefully entered the room, looking at the displeased Changsun Changkong.
"It's Qingwan!"
"Great Granduncle, weren't you attending the ceremony of the Supreme Alliance branch? Why do you look so upset?"
Changsun Qingwan asked with concern.
"Hmph!" Changsun Changkong snorted angrily and began to scold, "It's all because of that brat Ye Kunlun, who showed me no respect and nearly made me lose face!"
Changsun Qingwan was startled, and the scene of her first meeting with Ye Kunlun flashed in her mind.
"Oh, right, Qingwan," Changsun Changkong recalled something. "Didn't you go to see Ye Kunlun a couple of days ago? How did the discussion about breaking off the engagement go?"
The thought of Ye Kunlun kissing her forcefully made Changsun Qingwan's cheeks inexplicably heat up.
Fortunately, her demeanor was calm, and Changsun Changkong didn't notice anything.
"Great Granduncle, that Ye Kunlun is indeed a scoundrel. He doesn't give our Changsun family any face at all!!"
Changsun Qingwan also joined Changsun Changkong in scolding Ye Kunlun. "He said he wants me to break off the engagement, but I need to agree to one of his conditions. He hasn't told me what it is yet."
Upon hearing this, Changsun Changkong angrily exclaimed, "I knew this brat wouldn't break off the engagement so easily. Ask him next time what condition he needs, and we'll satisfy whatever he asks for!"
Changsun Qingwan felt a surge of grievance.
She had even served as Ye Kunlun's foot washer, yet the scoundrel still hadn't given her the marriage contract.
"Don't worry, Great Granduncle. If he refuses next time, I'll beat him!" Changsun Qingwan gritted her teeth and clenched her fists.
Changsun Changkong nodded, showing a pleased expression. "He does deserve a beating, but his strength is unfathomable. It's best not to resort to force unless absolutely necessary."
"Moreover, he killed Feng Zhan at the recent ceremony. He's likely to bring disaster upon himself, and we must distance ourselves from him as soon as possible."
When Changsun Qingwan heard that Ye Kunlun had killed Feng Zhan, a flicker of surprise flashed in her beautiful eyes. She replied, "Don't worry, Great Granduncle."
"By the way, Qingwan, did you come to see Great Granduncle about something?" Changsun Changkong adjusted his emotions and asked.
"The Supreme Alliance's once-a-decade Heavenly Talent Competition. Qingwan plans to participate."
Changsun Qingwan stated her purpose.
"Heavenly Talent Competition? Ten years have passed in the blink of an eye... Time really flies."
Changsun Changkong lost himself for a moment.
Upon returning to his senses, he said to Changsun Qingwan, "Qingwan, your current identity is somewhat sensitive. Participating in a public event like the Heavenly Talent Competition requires caution. We need to consider this carefully."
Changsun Qingwan didn't rush to argue with Changsun Changkong. She nodded, "Indeed, it needs careful consideration. Then I'll trouble you with this matter, Great Granduncle."
"We are family, there's no trouble."
Changsun Changkong shook his head.
"Great Granduncle, please continue with your work. Qingwan will take her leave."
Changsun Qingwan departed.
After leaving, Changsun Qingwan secretly left the Changsun family and headed straight for the Supreme Alliance branch.
Ye Kunlun had killed Feng Zhan, and there would surely be more excitement to come. She couldn't miss it.
Supreme Alliance Branch.
"Supreme Master, we just received news that hundreds of soldiers from the Feng family are heading this way."
Sun Xuan rushed over to report.
"Mm, then let's wait." Ye Kunlun sat in his chair, appearing calm and unhurried.
At this moment, hundreds of people set off from the Feng family, even mobilizing several tanks and other heavy weaponry from other war zones in the capital.
People on the road were stunned, watching the majestic tanks pass by, feeling a sense of dread.
"Heavens, what happened? Is there going to be a war?"
"Who knows? Maybe they're just passing by. Relax, nowhere in the world is as safe as China!"
"I heard someone offended the War Zone, and that's why the War Zone had to deploy troops to resolve it?"
"How is that possible? Who could that be? Tanks were mobilized, they must have been blown to smithereens!"
Feng Zhan's death was naturally a state secret. The public could only speculate and didn't know what exactly had happened.
Shanhe Tai.
"Sage, Feng Zhan was killed by Ye Kunlun at the Supreme Alliance's Kyoto branch," Eunuch Yuwen reported in his hoarse voice, waiting outside the door.
"Mm."
After a long pause, a lazy voice emerged, "Feng Zhan returned to Kyoto without Shanhe Tai's permission, which was a capital offense. Ye Kunlun actually helped me solve the problem."
"Old fellow, do you think I should punish him or reward him?"
The lazy voice carried a hint of inexplicable amusement.
Eunuch Yuwen chuckled softly, "Your servant dares not speak out of turn. However, hundreds of people from the Feng family are heading to the Supreme Alliance branch, and tanks have been mobilized from other areas. If a fight breaks out, it's bound to cause unrest..."
"The Feng family has too much nerve."
In the lazy voice, a hint of anger appeared. "You go personally, issue the Shanhe Order. Feng Zhan violated military regulations, abandoned his post, and against all odds returned to Kyoto. He is dead!"
"Your servant accepts the order!"
A hint of surprise flashed in Eunuch Yuwen's eyes. "Sage, in doing so, the noble families of the capital might mistakenly believe that you are protecting Ye Kunlun."
"An interesting person has finally arrived. So what if I protect him?"
"Your servant has spoken too much."
Eunuch Yuwen slapped himself.
"You old fox, no one is as cunning as you."
"That's all thanks to the Sage's indulgence. However, your servant still has one more thing to say... Today, people from Wuxiang Palace have made a move."
"This Sage already knows."
The lazy voice became sharper and filled with killing intent. "It seems they can't hold back any longer. Then let Ye Kunlun contend with them first, and be our vanguard."
"The Sage is wise."
Eunuch Yuwen bowed and withdrew.