Su Chen looked utterly calm as he uttered a single word.
"Annihilate."
Crack!
Bang!
As soon as the word fell, the giant palm and the phantom shattered in an instant!
Everyone present froze.
Even their breathing stopped.
At that moment, heaven and earth fell deathly silent.
One word!
He had defeated a Great Sage with just one word!
That was a Great Sage!
Someone who could walk sideways through the Immortal Realm!
And from the looks of it, he had even held back!
Everyone's mouth hung wide enough to fit five eggs, their faces full of disbelief.
Just then, a young man raised his sword and struck the person beside him!
"Holy shit!"
The person was dumbfounded and immediately shouted, "What the fuck are you doing?!"
The young man asked seriously, "Did that hurt?"
"Fuck!"
"Why don't you find out?!"
The person cursed angrily, then raised a hand and slapped him.
Bang!
The young man was sent flying. He picked himself up off the ground, clutching his swollen left cheek, and said in a trembling voice, "I... I wasn't dreaming!"
Su Ya's face was deathly pale as she collapsed to the ground, her eyes full of fear.
Just now, she had sensed death.
Just a little closer.
She had almost died!
She swallowed and looked at Su Chen.
Wasn't this a little too far beyond the limit?
At that moment, everyone finally understood why Su Rong spoiled Su Chen so much.
If it were me, I'd fucking spoil him too!
And not just spoil him-I'd even call him my ancestor if he asked!
He's so powerful at such a young age. If we don't hurry and befriend him, what are we waiting for?
Su Rong also looked astonished, and his heart was heavy.
He too had sensed danger from that single word just now!
This little fellow hasn't surpassed me, has he?
Holy shit!
Where would that leave the face of an old fellow like me who's lived for countless years?
Su Chen looked at Su Ya and said calmly, "Are you convinced?"
Su Ya nodded.
Big brother!
How would I dare not be convinced?
I nearly croaked just now!
Su Chen nodded and looked at Su Rong. "Uncle Rong, I'm tired, so I'll head back first. Please give the other elders my regards."
Uncle Rong?
Su Rong said with a cheerful smile, "All right, no problem. Go get some rest."
Su Chen nodded, then took Ye Lingxi's hand and turned to leave. The Demon Venerable followed silently behind them.
Before long, the three of them arrived at a courtyard.
The courtyard radiated a tranquil beauty. Flowers bloomed on both sides of the bluestone path, and their fragrance filled the air. It was quiet all around, with only the sound of a gentle breeze, making it seem like a world far removed from the clamor.
Su Chen didn't like flashy halls and pavilions. He preferred a courtyard like this.
Cozy.
Peaceful.
When he had nothing to do, he could sit outside and bask in the sun.
Su Chen crouched down, looked at Ye Lingxi, and smiled. "There are plenty of rooms here. Go pick one. We'll be living here from now on."
Ye Lingxi nodded obediently. She didn't go pick a room immediately, instead looking around the courtyard with curiosity.
Su Chen stretched and headed toward his room. As if remembering something, he turned to the Demon Venerable. "You pick a room too."
With that, he entered his room.
He had been too tired lately. All he wanted now was a good sleep.
Time flowed swiftly by like water. Seven months had passed since Su Chen returned to the Su Clan.
Today, Su Chen sat quietly in a wicker chair, reading a book.
Ye Lingxi had gone out to play, and the Demon Venerable had naturally followed him, leaving Su Chen alone in the courtyard.
Just then, a figure appeared before Su Chen. He dropped to one knee and said respectfully, "Divine Son, the clan leader requests your presence."
Su Chen put down his book and gave him an indifferent glance, then nodded. "Understood."
The man nodded, then vanished from where he stood.
Su Chen looked up at the sun. A gentle breeze swept past, carrying a hint of coolness and softly stirring his silver hair.
Su Chen arrived at a grand hall. Three people were inside: Su Yanche, a woman, and an old man.
The woman's beauty could topple cities and kingdoms. Her beautiful eyes, limpid as water, were especially captivating. Her shapely figure made one's thoughts wander.
The old man wore black robes, and his eyes were sharp. A terrifying might lay within him.
The woman's beautiful eyes flashed with surprise as she watched Su Chen enter. Then, as if recalling something, the corners of her lips rose slightly.
Su Chen calmly glanced at the woman and the old man, then looked at Su Yanche, who sat in the seat of honor. "Father, what did you call me here for?"
Su Yanche smiled faintly and pointed at the woman. "Her name is Ji Ningbing. She's the third princess of the Great Xia Empire, and she's also your fiancée."
Su Chen was taken aback. "Since when did I have a fiancée?"
Su Yanche smiled. "Your mother arranged it for you while you were away."
The corner of Su Chen's mouth twitched. He shook his head. "I don't want to get married yet."
Su Yanche said with a smile, "This isn't a matter of whether you want to or not. Your mother arranged it for you. If you can't accept it, go tell her yourself."
He seemed to have known all along that Su Chen would refuse.
Su Chen fell silent, then looked at Ji Ningbing. "You don't want an arranged marriage with someone you don't like either, do you?"
Ji Ningbing smiled sweetly. "I didn't before, but after meeting you, I do."
Su Chen stared at Ji Ningbing. "Your reason?"
Ji Ningbing smiled. "What woman wouldn't like a handsome man such as you, young master?"
Su Chen said nothing and continued staring at Ji Ningbing.
The old man spoke up. "Divine Son, the third princess's cultivation talent is the greatest in our empire. She is worthy of you."
Su Chen fell silent. He really didn't want an arranged marriage.
Ji Ningbing sighed helplessly. "Born into an imperial family, I have no say in an arranged marriage."
Su Chen said, "As long as you don't want it, I can make your imperial father call off the marriage."
As long as Ji Ningbing didn't want to marry him, he would have a way to answer to his mother.
Ji Ningbing smiled. "You must be extraordinary to be the Su Clan's Divine Son, young master, and you're so handsome too. You have both a powerful background and good looks. I truly am quite taken with you."
Su Chen fell silent.
Damn it!
Being too handsome is a sin too!
Ji Ningbing smiled, then looked at Su Yanche in the seat of honor. "Uncle Su, I'm very pleased with this marriage."
In truth, she had come to the Su Clan this time to see what her fiancé looked like. If he had been too ugly, she would have refused the marriage even if it meant death. Fortunately, Su Chen's looks pleased her greatly.
I might as well let this marriage stand!
"Good, good, good."
Su Yanche burst out laughing, saying "good" three times in a row.
Ji Ningbing said, "I'll come back another time, then. I'll take my leave for now."
With that, she turned and shot Su Chen a flirtatious glance. "My fiancé can come visit me whenever he likes, too!"
The corner of Su Chen's mouth twitched.
Is there something wrong with this woman's head?
A smile on her lips, Ji Ningbing slowly left the hall.