NOVEL WEB Chapter 7 Lord Xue, are you more sober now?
"Boom!"
As soon as the words were spoken, it was as though thunder had exploded from Shen Qing's body, unleashing a force several times mightier than before that swept through the entire hall like a violent storm.
Caught off guard, Xue Yan felt an immense pressure bearing down on him like a mountain, causing his knees to buckle, almost dropping him to the ground.
His heart raced, and he quickly activated an Inheritance Jade in his hand.
The Jade emitted a clear, dazzling light and quickly formed a semicircular Shield in front of him, blocking the terrible pressure from reaching him.
With the protection of the Shield, the pressure on Xue Yan eased instantly, allowing him to catch his breath.
He glared at Shen Qing, his eyes filled with both shock and anger, "Shen Qing, don't scorn the wine offered, and drink the penalty instead. Do you realize you are challenging the authority of the Xue Family?"
Shen Qing looked back coldly at Xue Yan, a sneer of disdain curling at his lips, "The authority of the Xue Family? Humph, in my eyes, true authority speaks through strength. You're merely a martial master from the Dan Realm, and you dare provoke me like this, thinking I am made of clay? I am not afraid to kill you!"
Hearing this, Xue Yan turned livid, his fists clenched so tight that his fingernails almost embedded into his palms, "Shen Qing, don't go too far! Do you think you alone can contend against the Xue Family? If a single hair is harmed on me, believe it or not, my family can make you die without a burial place!"
His plans had been thwarted, and he hadn't anticipated Shen Qing to be so resolute.
Facing the immense Xue Family, Shen Qing showed not the slightest fear but rather escalated the confrontation, completely shifting his perceptions.
Shen Qing's eyes were resolute, and he mocked, "Contend? No, I never thought to contend with the Xue Family, but sometimes, when certain blind creatures press down on me, there's no other choice. Some people should not be provoked."
Saying this, Shen Qing once again stimulated the strength within his body, and the force intensified once more, causing the winds to howl through the hall as if the very space were tearing apart.
The Shield in front of Xue Yan began to tremble violently under this terrifying force, issuing a "buzzing" sound, as if it could shatter at any moment.
Xue Yan was terrified inside, not expecting Shen Qing's strength to be so formidable that even the Xue Family's Jade Shield could barely withstand it.
Today's decisions had been too rash.
He steadied his mind and shouted, "Lord Shen, we need to talk—" Stay updated through empire
Xue Yan's words were cut short.
Shen Qing gave him no chance to breathe.
His figure flashed like a ghost, appearing in front of Xue Yan, and hurled a punch directly at the Shield.
"Bang!"
With a loud crash, the Shield shattered instantly, and Xue Yan, struck hard, was sent flying backward, crashing into the hall's wall, spitting blood, his face as pale as paper.
"Lord Xue, are you a bit more clear-headed now?"
Shen Qing knew that yielding would only invite further oppression, with endless threats to follow.
The person before him was somewhat senseless and needed to be taught a lesson.
Facing Shen Qing this time, Xue Yan was genuinely frightened.
In his eyes, he had never before met someone like Shen Qing, who played by such unorthodox rules.
A complete madman.
Xue Yan knew that at this point, the situation was irreconcilable, and begging for mercy would be futile. Struggling to stand, he spat out a mouthful of blood and said viciously, "Lord Shen, you indeed have quite the authority."
"I and Lord Shi, under His Majesty's orders, came to investigate the demon case in Yongzhou. Ji He and Lord Ji are from the Mountain Sea Department, gathering Martial Mechanism for the Ji Family, and currently, they are still collecting global Spirit Mechanism. Do you think His Majesty sent him at this time without any other intentions?"
"What do you mean by attacking me, the imperial envoy today? Are you planning a rebellion?"
As the last words boomed like thunder,
Shen Qing, however, remained expressionless, showing no emotion.
"Are you done?" he coldly spat out.
"Huh?"
Smack!
"Huh?" Xue Yan was stunned, still not fully recovered from the prior threat, his face looking somewhat dazed.
Smack!
Shen Qing moved as swiftly as lightning, delivering a merciless slap across Xue Yan's face.
Xue Yan, like a kite with its string cut, violently flew backward, crashing into the wall and then slumping to the ground, curling up in pain, unable to even crawl.
The blood trickling from the corner of his mouth and the swelling on his face highlighted his current misery and fear.
Shen Qing slowly approached, his gaze filled with disdain and cold indifference. "Remember, don't try to challenge my limits."
Xue Yan gasped heavily, his eyes filled with a mix of horror and unwillingness. He had never seen such a terrifying person; just a moment ago Shen Qing was healing him, and the next, he was beating him mercilessly.
Shen Qing pulled out an exquisite elixir from his chest, forced open Xue Yan's mouth, and stuffed it in. The elixir melted as soon as it touched his tongue, sending a warm flow quickly traveling through his body, repairing his damaged meridians and flesh.
"Don't think I'll let you off so easily," Shen Qing said coldly, his voice full of threat, "This elixir is only to temporarily restore you, but your life is still in my hands."
Feeling his injuries healing rapidly, Xue Yan didn't feel relieved at all. He realized he was completely at the mercy of Shen Qing today.
"Shen… Shen Qing, what exactly do you want?" Xue Yan asked with difficulty, his voice trembling.
"I want you to remember today's lesson, and never let me find you harboring any inappropriate thoughts again. Otherwise, it won't be just a simple slap," Shen Qing bent down, looking into Xue Yan's eyes with a frigid tone.
Xue Yan shuddered, his eyes flickering with deep fear and despair. He knew, from now on, he would be living under the shadow of Shen Qing.
His plan had failed, and he had truly not anticipated Shen Qing to be so resolute.
Facing the formidable backing of the Xue Family, Shen Qing showed no fear, becoming even more aggressive, completely overturning Xue Yan's understanding.
Shen Qing's gaze was firm as he scoffed, "Resist? No, I never thought of contending with the Xue Family, but sometimes, when some insolent fools tread on my head, I have no choice. Some people should not be provoked."
With that, Shen Qing once again activated his inner strength, and his power intensified. Suddenly a fierce wind howled through the hall, as if the entire space was about to be torn apart.
The shield in front of Xue Yan began to tremble violently under the terrifying force, emitting a buzzing sound as if it could shatter at any moment.
Xue Yan was terrified, never expecting Shen Qing's power to be so formidable, that even the Xue Family's Jade Shield could barely withstand it.
His decision today had been too rash.
He steadied himself and shouted, "Lord Shen, we can talk…"
But Xue Yan's words were abruptly halted.
Shen Qing didn't give him a chance to catch his breath.
In a flash, Shen Qing appeared before Xue Yan like a ghost, throwing a punch directly at the shield.
"Bang!"
With a loud noise, the shield shattered instantly, Xue Yan was slammed back violently, crashing into the hall's wall, spitting blood, his face as pale as paper.