Crisis Situation

The moment Liu Kai's voice fell, everyone's expressions changed instantly.

Even a fool knew what Liu Kai's words meant.

If someone wanted you dead, could you really remain indifferent?

At the same time, the way they looked at Zhang Shiqing changed as well.

This woman's scheming left them ashamed of themselves.

Zhang Shiqing ignored everyone's gazes and chuckled. "Elder Sun, I've finished asking my questions. Liu Kai wanted Jishi dead, and Jishi only fought him in self-defense. I ask Elder Sun to distinguish right from wrong."

"Elder Sun!" Liu Kai's expression shifted. "N-No... don't listen to her. It wasn't like that. If Qin Jishi hadn't provoked me, why would I have fought him?"

"That's right..." Liu Qiang stepped forward. "Elder Sun, don't believe them. Hurry... hurry and make your move. There's no need to waste words on them."

Sun Baitan raised a hand. "Rest assured, I have my own judgment on this matter."

Turning his gaze, Sun Baitan studied Zhang Shiqing with interest. "Little girl, I know exactly what you mean. How about this? If you agree to one condition of mine today, I'll spare the Zhang Family."

His words stirred everyone's expressions.

What did he mean?

Could it be that Sun Baitan truly intended to reason with them?

Not only were the others stunned, even the Liu father and son were taken aback, thinking they had misheard.

"N-No..." Liu Qiang spoke anxiously. "E-Elder Sun... how... how can you spare them?"

"If my younger sister learns of this... she... she..."

With no other choice, Liu Qiang could only bring up his younger sister, hoping to force Sun Baitan into action.

"Patriarch Liu!" Sun Baitan's brow twitched. "What? Are you trying to use the Second Madam to pressure me?"

"No, no, no!" Liu Qiang hurriedly waved his hands. "That wasn't my intention at all. It's just that my sister has doted on Kai'er since he was young. Now that Kai'er can no longer function as a man, our Liu Family's line has been cut off. If we let this matter end here, I'm afraid she..."

"Patriarch Liu!" Sun Baitan's voice sank. "I said I have my own judgment on this matter."

"But..."

"No buts!" Seeing Sun Baitan grow angry, Liu Qiang could only retreat to the side, not daring to speak further.

He wanted to see how Sun Baitan would handle this matter. If he was dissatisfied, he would certainly impeach Sun Baitan later. This could not simply be let go.

Sun Baitan no longer paid Liu Qiang any attention. The corners of his lips curled upward as he looked at Zhang Shiqing, a sinister smile in his eyes. "Little girl, have you considered what I said?"

"Then please tell me what you have in mind, Elder Sun," Zhang Shiqing asked calmly.

"Hehe~" Sun Baitan laughed. "This is very simple for you. It may even be an honor. I already know the cause of this matter—the chief culprit is Qin Jishi. You only need to personally deal with Qin Jishi and give the Liu Family an explanation. Then come with me to Black Eagle Prefecture. I can make the decision to turn the page on this matter. How about it?"

"Go to Black Eagle Prefecture with you?" Zhang Shiqing seemed puzzled.

"That's right!" Sun Baitan's gaze was openly invasive. "Don't worry. As long as you come with me to Black Eagle Prefecture, I can guarantee you wealth and glory, revered by thousands."

Everyone: "..."

They finally understood. So Sun Baitan had taken a fancy to her.

Still vigorous in old age?

The Liu father and son's faces turned incomparably ugly. Though they were filled with indignation, they did not dare say a word at this moment...

Zhang Shiqing sneered. "Elder Sun, what if I say no?"

"No?" A cold glint flashed through Sun Baitan's eyes. "Then all of you will die."

"Hmph. A dignified elder of Black Eagle Prefecture wants to use his power to bully others? Aren't you afraid the Black Eagle Prefecture Lord will learn of what you've done?"

"Hahaha!" Sun Baitan burst into laughter. "So what if the Prefecture Lord knows? Why would he concern himself with such a trivial matter?"

"The outside world has always said that Black Eagle Prefecture clearly distinguishes gratitude from grudges. Now it seems you are nothing more than hypocrites wearing a mask of virtue."

Zhang Shiqing was not frightened by him. "If I survive this, I will expose Black Eagle Prefecture's ugly face to the world and let all living beings see what kind of people you are."

"You're threatening me?" Sun Baitan's eye twitched. "You refuse a toast only to drink a forfeit."

Zhang Shiqing's attitude enraged him. "Who do you think you are, to point fingers at Black Eagle Prefecture? This elder taking a liking to you is your good fortune. Since you don't know what's good for you, don't blame me for being ruthless."

"Patriarch Liu, seize this arrogant little girl at once."

"I obey Elder Sun's command." How could Liu Qiang let such a fine chance to perform slip by? He turned his head, vicious light flashing in his eyes. "Kai'er, she's yours."

"Understood!" How could Liu Kai fail to understand Liu Qiang's meaning? Sun Baitan had clearly taken a fancy to Zhang Shiqing. Since he could not have her, then he would destroy her.

"Zhang Shiqing, surrender obediently!" Liu Kai roared. Both feet suddenly exploded with force as he charged toward her.

Uh!

No one had time to react. The situation had changed far too quickly. Sun Baitan had clearly given Zhang Shiqing a chance, yet she did not know how to cherish it.

They could not understand it!

Liu Kai was, after all, a Mystic Spirit Realm martial artist. His aura was naturally formidable. Zhang Shiqing likely had no absolute confidence in being able to withstand him.

At that critical moment, a tall figure suddenly flashed forward and stood before Zhang Shiqing. Profound energy surged throughout his body as he fiercely thrust his palms ahead...

A thunderous blast rang out, sending dust flying into the sky. The charging Liu Kai was sent directly flying. When he landed, he staggered and fell, rolling more than a dozen times before barely steadying himself. He spat out a mouthful of blood, his face pale to the extreme...

Profound Spirit Level 9?

Who?

Everyone looked over, and Zhang Jinhua's figure entered their sight.

"Zhang Jinhua, you dare lay hands on my son?" Had the Yang and Zhao Families still been here, Liu Qiang might have harbored some misgivings. But now? With Sun Baitan of Black Eagle Prefecture present, he naturally feared nothing.

More than that... not only did he feel no fear, he even wished Yang Kun and Zhao Tai would make a move, so they could all be killed in one stroke.

Though he knew that struggling any further was useless, how could Zhang Jinhua stand by and watch his daughter suffer such a poisonous hand? He ignored Liu Qiang and stared straight ahead. "Elder Sun, this was my doing alone. It has nothing to do with anyone else."

"Hmph, you want to trade your life for your Lineage's safety?" Sun Baitan sneered. "Unfortunately, your life isn't worth that much. Besides, I already gave you a chance. You were the ones who did not cherish it, so you cannot blame me."

"Patriarch Liu, go ahead and act. Whoever dares interfere will become an enemy of Black Eagle Prefecture."

Hearing this, Liu Qiang quickly stepped forward. "Elder Sun, leave it to me."

With Sun Baitan's words, Liu Qiang was naturally brimming with confidence. He shot Yang Kun and Zhao Tai a contemptuous glance, then when he looked toward Zhang Jinhua, a cold gleam flashed through his eyes.

"Zhang Jinhua, you don't know what's good for you. This day next year will be your death anniversary."

Cold Moon Palm!

Terrifying profound energy gathered in his palm, a layer of frost covering it. Powerful force enveloped Zhang Jinhua as Liu Qiang shot toward him like an arrow loosed from the bowstring.

It was clear that Liu Qiang had used his full strength in this strike. Zhang Jinhua had no ability to resist at all.

"Hmph... If you want to touch Patriarch Zhang, you'll have to get past us first." Yang Kun and Zhao Tai exchanged a glance. Without the slightest hesitation, powerful strength erupted from their bodies as they charged Liu Qiang from either side.

"You dare display your meager skill before an expert?" Sun Baitan frowned in displeasure.

"Eagle Three!"

The instant those two words left his mouth, the middle-aged man behind him to the right moved and vanished from where he stood. When he reappeared, he was already blocking Yang Kun and Zhao Xiong's path. With a fierce sweep of his arm, a stream of flames surged straight toward the two of them.