Barging Into the Third Prince

"You want us to sleep on the streets? Why don't you go!" Wei Lin retorted, his neck stiff and his face full of defiance.

"I have the land deed."

This simple statement was like a resounding slap, making Wei Lin's face turn red.

"You..." Wei Lin trembled with anger, but for a long time, he couldn't utter a complete sentence.

"Hurry up and pack your things and get out." Jun Wushang's Ink Blade thrust forward, its tip pointing directly at Wei Zheng and his family of three. "Otherwise, don't blame me for being impolite."

Just then...

A lazy voice drifted from behind. "May I ask if, for the sake of this prince, you could let this matter slide?"

Upon seeing the newcomer, Wei Zheng and his two companions were overjoyed and quickly bowed. "Your subject greets His Royal Highness, the Third Prince!"

"Your subject greets His Royal Highness, the Third Prince!"

Wei Qing looked at the newcomer calmly, understanding dawning in his heart – the appearance of the Third Prince, Zhou Yan, confirmed that the Wei Zheng family had indeed pledged allegiance to him.

"Your subject greets His Royal Highness, the Third Prince."

"Your subject greets His Royal Highness, the Third Prince."

Zhou Yan's gaze lingered on Wei Qing, a smile playing on his lips. "Wei Qing, I've been hearing your name so much lately, it's practically worn out."

"Slaying demons and monsters, pacifying Qingcheng, you truly are the youngest Earth-rank Warden of the Heavenly Realm Division."

"Earth-rank Warden?!"

Wei Zheng's pupils contracted, and he looked at Wei Qing in disbelief.

He remembered Wei Qing going to participate in the official Warden assessment. How could he have returned as an Earth-rank Warden?

But how could the Third Prince's words be false?

A wave of regret washed over Wei Zheng's heart.

If he hadn't listened to Liu Ru's instigation back then, with Wei Qing's current rate of advancement, he would surely become a core figure in the Heavenly Realm Division in the future, and Wei Zheng would have prospered along with him.

Liu Ru's eyes flickered with greed as she stared intently at Wei Qing.

In her opinion, Wei Qing must have stumbled upon some incredible fortune. If that fortune could be obtained for her son...

Wei Lin was completely stunned, standing frozen in place like a block of wood.

"It's a trivial matter, how could I trouble His Royal Highness to be concerned," Wei Qing replied calmly.

A cold glint flashed in Zhou Yan's eyes, but his face maintained a gentle, jade-like smile. "Lord Wei, how about we let today's matter go? This Prince is willing to act as a mediator."

Jun Wushang and Li Wen exchanged glances, their gazes sweeping towards Wei Qing.

In their eyes, it didn't matter if he was a prince or not. The current Emperor was still in his prime, and the succession to the throne was still uncertain.

They only recognized Wei Qing as their brother, and all matters would be decided by his wishes.

Just then...

Yun Tianheng's voice suddenly echoed in Wei Qing's mind: "Find an opportunity, kill him!"

"Tian Ge, what did you discover?" Wei Qing asked in his mind.

"This kid has the aura of the demon race. Although he's concealing it well, it can't escape my senses."

Having fought with the demon race for so many years...

The aura of the demon race had been imprinted into his instincts.

"Understood."

Wei Qing's brief moment of daze was noticed by Liu Ru, who subtly curved her lips into a triumphant smile.

No matter how powerful he was, wasn't he still forced to back down in front of royalty?

However, Wei Qing's next words made her eyes widen instantly.

Wei Qing's gaze was like a knife, directly facing the Third Prince. "Your Highness's kind offer, I regret I cannot accept. Wei Manor's family affairs do not require your Highness's concern."

"How dare you, Wei Qing! You don't even listen to the Third Prince? Are you trying to rebel?" the eunuch beside the Third Prince shrieked.

"Who do you think you are?" Wei Qing looked up, a cold glint flashing in his eyes. The eunuch flinched back half a step from the killing intent. "The Third Prince hasn't said anything, so is it your place, a physically disabled person, to overstep your bounds?"

"I belong to the Heavenly Realm Division, and the Heavenly Realm Division is loyal only to the current Emperor. You, a vile person, with no official position and no decree, dare to speak of rebellion."

"This official believes it is you, this castrated dog, who is plotting treason."

Disabled.

Vile.

"You."

The eunuch trembled all over, veins bulging on his neck. His most hidden shame was ripped open, and his withered fingers tightly gripped his whisk.

But when he met Wei Qing's cold eyes, he couldn't utter a single word of retort, frozen in place, unable to move.

"Trash."

Hearing Wei Qing's veiled insults, Zhou Yan glared fiercely at the eunuch beside him.

He then turned to Wei Qing, his tone softening, "Since Lord Wei intends to uphold justice according to the law... then let's proceed according to the law."

"Your Highness, Third Prince..." Liu Ru cried out in panic.

If they were truly dealt with according to the law, their family would be kicked out.

But upon meeting Zhou Yan's icy gaze, the rest of her words got stuck in her throat.

They were currently relying entirely on the Third Prince for support; how could they dare to defy his wishes?

"I have other matters to attend to, I shall take my leave now." Zhou Yan flicked the hem of his python robe and walked towards the main door with a somber expression.

Before leaving, he cast a deep look at Wei Qing, his eyes filled with a malice that was almost overflowing.

"Alright," Wei Qing retracted his gaze and looked at Wei Zheng and the other two, "Now, can we start moving? Or do you want us to help you pack?"

Wei Zheng roared with heartbroken fury, "Qing'er, do you really have to be so ruthless? If your father knew you treated me like this when he returned, he would never forgive you!"

Then, his tone shifted, laced with a hint of coaxing, "If you hand over the opportunities you gained in Qingcheng, we'll put in a good word for you with the Third Prince. I'm sure he won't hold today's events against you anymore."

"Yes, yes, yes!" Liu Ru quickly chimed in, "Your brother can now work for the Third Prince. With him speaking on your behalf, the Third Prince will definitely not hold your offense against you anymore."

Wei Lin's eyes lit up at the prospect. He was already imagining his strength soaring after obtaining the opportunities, with countless beauties throwing themselves at him.

"You people are truly shameless," Jun Wushang said, looking at the family of three with utter contempt. "Now you want to get your hands on Qingzi's opportunities? Don't you even consider if you're worthy!" "Get lost! Otherwise, don't blame my blade for not recognizing you!"

"Our Wei family's internal affairs are none of your business as an outsider..." Wei Zheng tried to bluster.

"Get out!"

Wei Qing's sharp roar cut him off, his gaze icy.

Wei Zheng was startled by that look, feeling as if he had fallen into an ice cellar, and immediately fell silent.

Next, Wei Zheng and the others reluctantly packed their belongings. Jun Wushang watched the entire time, saying coldly, "Anything that belongs to Uncle Yuan and Qingzi, not a single needle is to be touched. Otherwise, I'll chop off your dog paws!"

"Hmph, you will regret this!"

Wei Zheng spat out a threat, then he and his wife and son scrambled onto their carriage and left the Wei mansion in disgrace.

"You're just letting them go like that?" Li Wen asked, a little confused.

Wei Qing smiled mysteriously, "The real show has just begun!"