In an instant.
The two old ancestors of the imperial maternal uncle families unleashed their strongest killing moves, striking directly at the crystal coffin!
"Truly courting death," Zhang Yang sneered.
These two were like people who, given a path to heaven, chose the gate to hell.
Originally, while fighting two against one, Zhang Yang had been troubled about how to find an opportunity to draw the attention of the opponents to the crystal coffin.
Now, it was even better; the opponents had delivered themselves, so he wouldn't be polite.
Immediately.
The true qi within Zhang Yang's body surged madly into the crystal coffin.
A faint and mysterious suction force suddenly appeared.
It instantly digested their killing moves, and then a powerful backlash force rebounded outward.
*Pfft~*
In an instant, Ancestor Sima and Ancestor Huangfu were both severely injured.
That immense backlash force was precisely from the energy of their recent killing moves!
By all rights.
Such a strong backlash force should have sent the two ancestors flying.
However, they were firmly sucked by the crystal coffin.
Unable to move an inch, unable to retreat!
"What is happening? Can't you move either?" Ancestor Sima's expression shifted.
"No, we're stuck to this bizarre coffin," Ancestor Huangfu said gravely.
Instantly, the two ancestors knew the situation was not good, but before they could take any further action.
A change occurred!
A terrifying suction force suddenly enveloped them, continuously drawing out the primordial energy accumulated in their bodies over many years.
"This! Not good! My primordial energy is rapidly draining, this coffin is too sinister!"
The two ancestors simultaneously discovered the problem.
But their attempts to struggle free were utterly useless.
Seeing this, Zhang Yang smiled.
These two ancestors truly lived up to their title.
The energy fed back to his body by the crystal coffin was extremely pure, without a single flaw.
If he could completely drain these two, his strength might break through another realm!
"Zhang Yang, what kind of evil thing is this coffin of yours? I advise you to release us! Otherwise, you will surely die!" the two ancestors said sternly.
"Heh, you attacked as soon as you wanted, and now you want me to release you? Why should I listen to you?" Zhang Yang sneered.
These two, relying on their profound cultivation, wanted to kill him. Now, why should he let them go?
Instantly.
The primordial energy within Zhang Yang surged rapidly, accelerating the absorption of the primordial energy from their bodies.
At this moment.
The two ancestors were suffering immensely, their primordial energy rapidly dissipating.
Within a minute, they felt as if they had lost nearly five years of accumulated primordial energy.
"What are you waiting for? Hurry up and save us!"
The two ancestors were no longer as calm and collected as before, frantically shouting for help.
The experts from the Sima and Huangfu families heard this and rushed towards Zhang Yang.
However.
Their attempt to save them was like a mantis trying to stop a chariot; they didn't even have a chance to get close to Zhang Yang.
As if.
Zhang Yang separated a portion of the true qi from the crystal coffin and pushed out a palm strike.
The qi waves layered upon each other, instantly sending them all flying.
Among these people were not a few masters of the Hunyuan realm and Zhenyuan realm.
But in front of Zhang Yang, they were completely outmatched!
The two ancestors' faces changed drastically, not expecting Zhang Yang to be so monstrous.
So many people couldn't even get close to him.
"Crown Prince, save me!"
"Third Prince, save me!"
The two ancestors had no other choice and could only beg the two princes for help.
However.
They dared not charge towards Zhang Yang, only threatening with their mouths.
"Zhang Yang, release the two ancestors quickly, or you won't be able to leave the capital!" the Crown Prince said with an unfriendly tone.
"The two ancestors are from the imperial maternal uncle families and have deep ties with my father, the Emperor. If you don't want to bring about disaster and extermination, stop immediately!" the Third Prince also stated the stakes.
But.
They both miscalculated.
Ever since they had laid hands on Han Xiyao and Luo Yiren, Zhang Yang would not show favor to anyone!
Moreover, not only did he not show favor.
He even took the time to slap them through the air, sending the Crown Prince and the Third Prince flying.
"After I kill these two old nuisances, you will also die!" Zhang Yang said fiercely.
This!
Their reckless threats made the two flying princes' faces turn panicked.
Without a second thought, they turned to flee back to the imperial city to gather reinforcements.
Zhang Yang's true qi descended rapidly, directly controlling them in place.
"No one is leaving. The two of you, I am determined to kill today!" Zhang Yang declared domineeringly.
The Second Prince and his entourage stared wide-eyed at the formidable Zhang Yang before them, exclaiming.
"Am I dreaming? Zhang Yang actually has the two ancestors completely under his control."
"You're not dreaming. He's even controlled older brother and third brother, intending to kill them."
The Second Prince and the Sixth Prince were astonished.
Xiao Zhan, Ancestor Huang, and others were even more shocked.
The strength Zhang Yang displayed at this moment had far exceeded their expectations.
They had thought it would be incredibly impressive for Zhang Yang to survive against the two ancestors.
But now, Zhang Yang had given them a great surprise.
This was not barely surviving; this was a counter-attack!
At this moment.
The most uncomfortable people in the field were undoubtedly the two ancestors, Sima and Huangfu.
While others were surprised, they were terrified.
The primordial energy accumulated in their bodies for many years was disappearing at a visible rate.
If this continued, in less than half an hour.
Their efforts over so many years would be completely in vain.
"No, Zhang Yang, please stop. As long as you stop, we won't attack you again."
"Yes, yes, Zhang Yang, please stop. We can apologize to you and admit our mistakes."
Since others couldn't be relied upon, the two ancestors could only beg Zhang Yang to stop.
However.
Zhang Yang merely sneered.
"Heh, how much is your apology worth? I will not stop."
Upon hearing this, the two ancestors' faces turned ashen.
They tried to struggle a few more times, but they were still unable to break free.
Finally, they could only roar to the sky.
Calling out to Ancestor Shangguan and Ancestor Huang, hoping the two would come to their aid.
"Old Huang, Shangguan, don't just watch, save us quickly!"
The two remained motionless, only watching coldly, showing no intention of intervening.
They were allied with Zhang Yang. How could they attack Zhang Yang now?
Setting aside whether they could save them, even if they did.
Wouldn't they be offending Zhang Yang for no reason?
After considering, both felt it was unnecessary.
They turned their gaze away, pretending not to see.
At this point, Ancestor Sima and Ancestor Huangfu were completely despairing.
They had called out to everyone who could save them, but no one had succeeded.
Could it be that the two of them would perish here today?
And this was not the most terrifying part.
If their strength were completely gone, their status as imperial maternal uncle families would also be revoked.
At that time.
Their families' situations would become extremely difficult.
"Zhang Yang, we know we were wrong. Spare us. We are willing to compensate for what happened earlier."
"Yes, yes, Zhang Yang, there are no unsolvable grievances in this world. Our families have plenty of money, pills, and resources. Whatever you want, we can give it to you!"
Hearing this, Zhang Yang couldn't help but sneer.
"The two of you are the best compensation for me. I don't want anything else."
Within a mere five minutes, the white pill in Zhang Yang's body, after breaking through to the late Zhenyuan realm, expanded further.
He believed that if he could completely drain these two old fellows.
He might even break through to the Hunyuan realm tonight and reach a higher level.
However.
Things often don't go as smoothly.
Two figures suddenly flew out from the imperial city, a man and a woman.
They abruptly stood before Zhang Yang.
Seeing these two, everyone present widened their eyes in disbelief.
Ancestor Sima and Ancestor Huangfu, however, showed expressions of joy. They knew they were about to be saved and quickly shouted.
"Emperor, save us quickly!"
Emperor!
Zhang Yang's gaze sharpened.
His attention had been on the woman beside the Emperor.
This middle-aged woman gave Zhang Yang a very familiar feeling, even a tremor of blood connection!
"Heh heh, little fellow, you're quite capable. Even the two old ancestors are no match for you. This coffin is probably not a simple item, is it?"
After the Emperor appeared, he chuckled and stared at Zhang Yang, not rushing to attack.
Zhang Yang's gaze was solemn.
He continued to do what he was doing, remaining silent.
The Emperor chuckled, looking at the two suffering ancestors, and commanded.
"Little fellow, stop quickly. Since I have appeared, I cannot stand by and watch you cripple the two ancestors."
However.
Zhang Yang still did not speak, instead accelerating the absorption speed.
His reaction instantly stunned the Emperor.
The Second Prince anxiously said, "Zhang Yang, you can stop now. Listen to Father Emperor quickly!"
"Zhang Yang, any matter can be discussed properly. Since Father Emperor has appeared, he will definitely uphold justice for you," the Sixth Prince also said nervously.
However, Zhang Yang still did not speak, continuing with his own actions.
Seeing this.
The Crown Prince and the Third Prince smiled, smiling with great delight.
Zhang Yang was truly courting death, daring to disobey Father Emperor's words. Did he think he could defeat Father Emperor?
One must know that Father Emperor was the strongest in Huaguo, dealing with Zhang Yang was like dealing with a child.
"Continue, don't stop. It's best to enrage Father Emperor and have him kill you directly!" the Crown Prince and the Third Prince prayed in unison.
However.
The next moment.
The Emperor's reaction greatly disappointed them.
Instead of being angry at Zhang Yang's defiance of the imperial decree, the Emperor praised him.
"Hahaha, good lad, you have courage. I haven't encountered someone like you in many years. You are indeed the child of Hero Zhang, and you're quite similar to his temper."
Mid-sentence, the Emperor looked at the woman beside him and smiled.
"My words don't work, why don't you try speaking?"
The woman's beautiful eyes flashed with golden light, filled with pride.
Her gaze towards Zhang Yang made him feel goosebumps all over.
"Child, I didn't expect you to grow up so much," the woman said, her voice trembling.
Her words made Zhang Yang frown.
Who was this woman, and why was she addressing him like this?
After thinking, Zhang Yang maintained his cold demeanor and refused to speak.
Seeing this, the woman chuckled softly.
"You child, you are truly exactly like your father. Once you get stubborn, even ten oxen can't pull you away."
Zhang Yang frowned.
The mention of his father by the other party made him curious.
"Who are you?"
When asked about her identity, the woman trembled as if frightened.
After hesitating for a while, the woman finally said.
"Child, if I say I am your mother, will you believe me?"
This!
Upon hearing this.
Everyone present was shocked.
This woman standing beside the Emperor was Zhang Yang's mother!
Instantly.
All eyes darted back and forth between Zhang Yang and the woman.
After a careful look, they indeed seemed more and more alike.
"Mother?" Zhang Yang exclaimed.
The speed at which he absorbed the primordial energy of the two ancestors increased, making the two ancestors suffer immensely and yet be utterly helpless.
The woman's face was filled with self-reproach, and she said slowly.
"Child, I know I've been a very irresponsible mother, absent from your childhood, youth, and adulthood, but I only woke up recently."
"If your father hadn't sent me to the imperial city back then, I would have long since perished."
"Child, listen to me, let go of these two old ancestors, can you?"
After the woman finished speaking, the Emperor beside her chimed in.
"When Zhang Hero sent your mother to me, she was barely clinging to life."
"The families to which these two ancestors belong had also contributed some effort back then, providing precious medicine to help me. Otherwise, it's still unknown whether your mother could have been saved."
"Little fellow, I have a general understanding of what happened today. Don't worry, I will personally uphold justice for you."
Hearing this, Zhang Yang fell silent.
Although he was reluctant to part with the pure primordial energy of the two ancestors, he still slowed down the absorption speed.
Then, after a moment of thought, Zhang Yang put away the crystal coffin.
This time, Ancestor Sima and Ancestor Huangfu were finally saved.
After sighing with relief, the two immediately turned to the Emperor and informed him of Zhang Yang's peculiar abilities.
"Emperor, the crystal coffin Zhang Yang controls is extremely bizarre. Please take it away, otherwise, it will surely threaten the Emperor in the future!"
"Emperor, Zhang Yang has wolfish ambitions. Not only did he want to kill us, but he didn't even spare the Crown Prince and the Third Prince. He absolutely cannot be kept!"
As the two ancestors finished their complaints, the Crown Prince and the Third Prince also cried for help.
"Father Emperor, save me! Zhang Yang has trapped us and wants to kill us!"
"Doing such things at the foot of the imperial city is a direct challenge to imperial authority. Zhang Yang must not be kept!"
The four of them complained in unison, making the Second Prince, the Sixth Prince, and others feel ashamed.
"Emperor, it was the Crown Prince and the others who initiated the conflict tonight. I can testify!" Xiao Zhan said coldly.
He couldn't help when Han Xiyao was captured earlier, but now he had to stand up and testify for Zhang Yang.
"Father Emperor, older brother deliberately provoked the dispute, wanting to seize the items my son bid for at the auction."
"Zhang Yang took action to save me. Moreover, Zhang Yang already let older brother go once, but older brother actually sent the two ancestors over, intending to seek revenge on Zhang Yang!"
"That's right, Father Emperor, I was present at the time. The entire incident was caused by older brother's greed for second brother's treasure! If anyone is to blame, it should be older brother!"
The Second Prince and the Sixth Prince also spoke up.
Seeing this.
The Emperor turned his head with imposing majesty, his dragon-like face filled with anger.
"I have my own considerations. Why do you need to mouth off and sway my decisions? Listen to me, all of you. From now on..."