Son-in-Law of the Leng Family

A stranger named Zhu Ping'an wouldn't give Leng Yuanting any motivation to act, but his own son-in-law Zhu Ping'an? That gave him plenty of reason to step in!

If he saved Zhu Ping'an, the Leng Family would gain a son-in-law who possessed the inheritance of the Starry Sky Ancient Saint—the benefits went without saying.

Moreover, Leng Yuanting saving his own son-in-law to prevent his grandchild from being born without a father was perfectly reasonable by any standard.

Even if this got dragged up the chain, he'd be in the right!

Mr. Cheng never expected anyone would dare attack him. Caught off guard by Leng Yuanting charging in like a fierce tiger, he was sent flying and slammed heavily into a pile of rocks.

"Good son-in-law, you're not too beaten up, are you?"

Leng Yuanting quickly checked Zhu Ping'an over. Finding that while his injuries were serious, they were all treatable, he let out a huge sigh of relief.

"Leng! Yuan! Ting!"

Mr. Cheng's icy voice rang out.

"By making an enemy of me, are you courting the annihilation of the Leng Family?"

"Our Leng Family is small and insignificant, naturally we wouldn't dare make an enemy of Mr. Cheng. But Mr. Cheng, Zhu Ping'an is the Leng Family's son-in-law. During this anomaly in the Secret Realm of Star Gazing, he saved so many College Entrance Examination candidates—he deserves the highest credit! Yet you want to harm him for your own selfish gain. Doesn't that seem unreasonable?"

Leng Yuanting gave a simple, honest smile. Despite his rough appearance, his mind was surprisingly sharp, and with a few words he left Mr. Cheng speechless.

"The Starry Sky Ancient Saint's inheritance is a matter of great importance. What's wrong with me demanding he hand it over to me for safekeeping?" Mr. Cheng roared in anger.

Leng Yuanting curled his lip at that. "Mr. Cheng, you've been in this Secret Realm of Star Gazing before, but the Starry Sky Ancient Saint didn't give you his inheritance. Zhu Ping'an came in for the first time, and the Starry Sky Ancient Saint gave it to him. Why is that? Doesn't it just prove that the Starry Sky Ancient Saint himself thinks Zhu Ping'an is the best candidate for his inheritance?"

Mr. Cheng was silent for a moment, then his small frame erupted with a terrifying aura.

"Leng Yuanting, you can talk until the cows come home, but so what? In this world, the one with the biggest fist calls the shots. I said it—the Starry Sky Ancient Saint's inheritance must be handed over to me!"

"Hah! You've got no shame left, have you? You dog! Cⁿ㎎₁₃!" Leng Yuanting cursed, his expression turning grim.

Though he was a peak Sixth Rank martial artist, just one step away from Seventh Rank, facing a true Seventh Rank like Mr. Cheng was clearly still a stretch.

"Mr. Cheng, I also think Leng Yuanting has a point. Please think twice before you act!" Lin Zhao stepped forward as well.

"Think twice? Just the two of you? Ridiculous!" Mr. Cheng struck out in fury, each move vicious and ruthless.

Leng Yuanting and Lin Zhao were forced to defend themselves, barely managing to hold their ground under Mr. Cheng's raging assault.

"Heavenly Sha Child Skill!"

Mr. Cheng barked coldly, and a terrifying Sha Qi spread from his body, sending a chill through everyone present.

It was because of this powerful technique that Mr. Cheng's body remained stuck at the appearance of a seven- or eight-year-old child.

"Hah! He's even using the Heavenly Sha Child Skill! Lin Zhao, go all out—this dog really wants us dead!" Leng Yuanting was both shocked and furious.

Lin Zhao nodded and drew his sword. A strange purple flame immediately ignited along the blade.

"Purple Nightmare Slash!"

"Profound Ice Dragon Soar!" Leng Yuanting also struck with full force. A terrifying ice dragon soared into the sky, roaring as it charged at Mr. Cheng.

Facing their combined full-power attack, Mr. Cheng showed no panic at all.

"Heavenly Sha Destroying World Palm!"

Mr. Cheng channeled his Sha Qi and slapped out with one palm. Lin Zhao and Leng Yuanting's combined strike shattered on impact, and the two were wounded on the spot, sent flying backward.

"Hmph! Overestimating yourselves!" Mr. Cheng sneered coldly as he watched them.

Just as Leng Yuanting and Lin Zhao were about to hit the ground, two withered, aged hands caught them steadily from either side.

Lin Zhao turned his head and immediately broke into a smile.

"Old Yin! Old Yang!"

The arrivals were none other than the Yin and Yang Elders, who had been teaching Zhu Ping'an before the College Entrance Examination. Lin Zhao had sensed something was wrong and contacted them immediately.

"Hehehe, Cheng Fengzhong, not only have you shrunk in stature as you've aged, but your heart has shrunk too. Bullying a College Entrance Examination candidate—and I have to share an era with you? Just thinking about it makes me ashamed!" Old Yin started mocking Mr. Cheng right off the bat.

Mr. Cheng's face was as dark as thunderclouds. "I was wondering where you two old fossils had crawled off to. Turns out you've been hiding in this godforsaken place. Since you're in hiding, why not just enjoy your retirement? What are you coming out for?"

"Can't help it. Some people bully the young. I just can't stand that kind of bullying the weak—had to come out and step in," Old Yang spoke up as well.

"Fine! Fine! You're all very good!" Mr. Cheng ground his teeth. "I'll remember this day!"

Seeing the Yin and Yang Elders appear, Mr. Cheng knew today's business was a lost cause.

Though Old Yin and Old Yang were both only at peak Sixth Rank like Leng Yuanting, their techniques complemented each other perfectly. When they fought together, even ordinary Seventh Rank martial artists were no match for them.

Before leaving, Mr. Cheng shot Zhu Ping'an a cold glare. Zhu Ping'an glared right back without a trace of fear.

Once Mr. Cheng was gone, everyone finally let out the breath they'd been holding.

"Damn it, that dog has no shame at all—outright robbery!" Leng Yuanting cursed in disdain.

"Sigh, I'm afraid today's matter won't blow over so easily." Lin Zhao let out a long, somber sigh. No one knew Mr. Cheng's influence better than him. Having offended Mr. Cheng, this incident would be hard to wrap up.

"Mayor, can you find a safe place for my family? I'm worried that Mr. Cheng might go after them!" Zhu Ping'an forced himself to speak through the pain.

"Little Ping'an, don't worry. As long as we're in Green City, your parents are absolutely safe." Old Yang gave Zhu Ping'an a reassuring shot of confidence. "But as for you—once the College Entrance Examination is over, you'll be going to another city for university. If that Cheng tries to make a move on you then..."

Old Yang didn't finish, his brows heavy with worry.

"Don't worry, Old Yang. I understand. I'll be careful on my own!" Zhu Ping'an nodded.

"Don't worry, you're my Leng Family's son-in-law—would my Leng Family just abandon you?" Leng Yuanting clapped Zhu Ping'an on the shoulder with a hearty, carefree air.

"Huh? The Leng Family's son-in-law?" Zhu Ping'an's face was a mask of bewilderment. He'd just been knocked dizzy by Mr. Cheng's blow and had no idea what was going on.

Leng Yuanting's face instantly darkened.

"What's with the playing dumb? You knocked up my daughter and now you're trying to weasel out of responsibility? Don't think I won't chop you up and feed you to the dogs!"