The shadow guard pondered for a moment and suddenly understood, “Following the Divine Son’s order, I’ll send the message immediately.”
At this moment, in the Dongfang Family, Dongfang Beichen had already received the message from the shadow guard. Upon seeing Dongfang Wudao’s scheme, a flicker of surprise flashed in his eyes, followed by a smile. He immediately issued a command, and before long, many people had gathered in the grand hall.
“Take a look at this. It’s Wudao’s plan.”
After the elders finished reading, they exchanged glances, smiles forming on their faces.
“Interesting. The Zhang Family issue hasn’t even been resolved, and now the Ye Family steps in.”
“Let’s pay a visit. If the protector behind the Ye Family’s little princess dares to attack the juniors of our Dongfang Family, we’ll take measures.”
“To prevent other powerful figures from the Ye Family from forcibly taking her away, it’s best we intervene directly.”
“It would be inappropriate to send anyone else.”
Dongfang Beichen nodded. If elders from the Dongfang Family took action, the nature of the matter would be different.
Several elders tore through the void and vanished.
Meanwhile, Dongfang Wudao had already returned to the Dongfang Family. As for what came next, he trusted Shen Qingqiu to handle it well.
…
Inside the Zhou Family in Wangtian City, the atmosphere within the grand hall grew increasingly tense.
Eventually, Zhou Wuwen broke the silence, “Since you want to annul the engagement, Qingxin, our Zhou Family agrees. Perhaps this marriage was a mistake from the beginning.”
Dongfang Qingxin let out a sigh upon hearing this. Shen Qingqiu said nothing. Zhou Shian clenched his fists, his body trembling. To be rejected in public—no one could bear such humiliation.
“Dongfang Qingxin, does your grandfather know you’re breaking off the engagement?”
“I haven’t told him.”
“So, you made the decision on your own?”
Dongfang Qingxin nodded.
“Very well, Dongfang Qingxin. Three years from now, I will personally go to the Dongfang Family and seek justice.”
“Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river. Don’t bully a poor youth.”
Smack! As soon as Zhou Shian finished speaking, Shen Qingqiu struck. Her Divine Sea Realm cultivation was fully revealed. A heavy pressure surged through the grand hall.
Ye Qingxian’s eyes were full of shock. Dongfang Qingxin’s expression changed as well. The woman who followed the Divine Son was terrifyingly strong.
Zhou Shian had been slapped hard into the wall. His left cheek was swollen, several teeth knocked out.
Shen Qingqiu felt satisfied. She had been waiting to see this Chosen One say those words. She had to admit—slapping him felt great!
Seeing his son hit, Zhou Wuwen’s face was full of rage.
“You dare hit my son?!”
“Shut up. If you say another word, I’ll slaughter your entire Zhou Family.”
Dongfang Qingxin said nothing. She had intended to come alone, but Shen Qingqiu insisted on tagging along. Could it have been the Divine Son’s will?
“They’re all here today. Try killing one of them and see what happens,” Ye Qingxian said.
Shen Qingqiu walked up to Ye Qingxian and smiled, “You’re such a dumb bitch.”
Ye Qingxian’s face turned red, then pale. What a shameless and uncouth woman.
“If you can refute what I said, I have nothing more to say,” Shen Qingqiu said. “Otherwise, I’ll kill you. Do you dare?”
Staring at Zhou Shian, she asked again.
“Sure, why wouldn’t I dare?”
“Quite bold.”
“Do you like this girl beside you?” Shen Qingqiu asked, striking Zhou Shian’s sore spot.
He hesitated, not knowing what to say.
“Answer me,” Shen Qingqiu demanded sternly.
“I don’t. I only see her as a younger sister.”
Ye Qingxian had expected this answer but still felt disappointed.
Shen Qingqiu saw her expression and took something out of her hand.
“You also had something going on with that woman at the auction, didn’t you?”
“How do you explain that?”
Zhou Shian’s expression turned ugly, “I didn’t. That’s not true.”
He appeared confident—after all, every time he visited, he disguised his appearance and identity.
“Whether you did or not, you know deep down. Don’t take everyone else for fools. It’s just that I can’t be bothered with a clown like you.”
“So, what are you feeling so wronged about?”
“Even if Dongfang Qingxin stayed with you, could you promise to love her and only her for the rest of your life?”
“A capable man having multiple wives is normal, isn’t it?”
“Your family must be the same.”
Seeing Zhou Shian speechless, Ye Qingxian countered, “Oh? A capable man?”
“Do you think he’s worthy of the Dongfang Family’s attention?”
“His pills? The Dongfang disciples could consume those casually.”
“Among his peers, our Dongfang alchemists are much more skilled.”
“And his strength? Laughable. We’re about the same age, but several Dongfang disciples are stronger than I am.”
“He has nothing. What ability does he have?”
“Isn’t the Zhou Family’s current stability also thanks to the Dongfang Family?”
“Right—he’s good at eyeing other people’s bowls while still eating from his own. I suppose that counts as a skill.”
“So, tell me. What are you so aggrieved about?”
“Can you answer me, Zhou Shian? And you too, young lady?”
Shen Qingqiu looked at them both.
“As for this so-called abrupt marriage, hasn’t your Zhou Family gained from it?”
“How many resources did Qingxin’s grandfather give you? You know best.”
“On the contrary, hasn’t the Dongfang Family been your benefactor?”
Zhou Shian grew dispirited. Shen Qingqiu’s words were too blunt, and he had no comeback.
Ye Qingxian opened her mouth. Though she knew what the woman said was biased, she didn’t know how to refute it.
“Zhou Shian, do you have anything to say?”
“Speak freely now.”
Zhou Shian’s expression was gloomy. His fingers clenched, but eventually, he lowered his head.
“Alright. Since you have nothing to say, I’ll keep my word and send you to meet the King of Hell.”
As Shen Qingqiu’s voice fell, the grand hall of the Zhou Family fell deathly silent.
Zhou Shian’s face turned pale in shock. Ye Qingxian was stunned. Dongfang Qingxin frowned slightly but chose to remain silent.
Zhou Wuwen stepped forward and looked at Shen Qingqiu—this goddess-like woman, yet so ruthless.
“Miss, Shian knows he was wrong. He’s still young and doesn’t understand the consequences.”
“Qingxin, we agree to end the engagement. Shian isn’t worthy of you. Our Zhou Family will do our best to compensate the Dongfang Family. Can you spare him this once?”
“Miss, this is between Qingxin and Brother Shian. You shouldn’t interfere, should you?”
Shen Qingqiu gave an awkward smile, “Sorry, sorry. I just couldn’t help myself.”
“But the promise just now was between the two of us.”
“You…”
Ye Qingxian didn’t expect Shen Qingqiu to be so shameless.
“I’ll make this clear today. If anyone dares kill Brother Shian, don’t blame me for being rude.”