Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1326: Chapter 1326: No Respect

”Ji Mingxing, this person seems to be one of yours, doesn’t he? Also, outside the city, there was some fool attempting to kill my Heavenly Dynasty people. I killed him, and he claimed to be your subordinate. So, by my count, I’ve already killed two of your dogs. Aren’t you planning on seeking revenge?”

Ling Xiao sneered as he looked at Ji Mingxing: ”Aren’t you known as the once-in-a-century genius of the Heavenly Dragon Continent? Are you afraid of me today?”

Provocation!

Blatant provocation!

Ji Mingxing claimed to be the once-in-a-century genius of the Heavenly Dragon Continent!

He said Ling Xiao was inferior to him!

Now, Ling Xiao killed Ji Mingxing’s men and openly provoked him in front of such a crowd. How was Ji Mingxing supposed to respond?

The crowd watched the arrogant silhouette standing proudly on the high platform.

Many hated him!

Many wished for his death!

Seeing his smug and contemptuous demeanor, they yearned to kill him with their own hands!

Yet, no one acted!

To be precise, no one dared to act!

Ling Xiao dared do this because he had his own support!

Among his peers, none could match his strength!

Among the older generation of Martial Artists, even his woman surpassed them in power!

Who would dare provoke him?

Ji Mingxing gritted his teeth in fury, his entire body trembling with anger, yet he dared not make a move.

From Ling Xiao seizing Fengming Lian to crippling the Martial Artist just moments ago, Ji Mingxing could infer that Ling Xiao’s strength was superior to his own.

Thus, he dared not act.

If he struck and lost, it would mean death!

Ling Xiao’s hatred for him had reached the limit; he despised him to the core. Ji Mingxing had no intention of rushing to his doom.

”So, this is the so-called number-one genius of the Heavenly Dragon Continent?”

Ling Xiao suddenly burst into wild laughter, his voice loud and full of mockery and derision: ”Whether you fight or not today, you cannot escape death. You might as well stand up like a man and face me with dignity!”

”Mingxing Crown Prince, kill him!”

”Kill him, kill that arrogant fool!”

”Such a shameless scoundrel shouldn’t be allowed to live.”

”Utter nonsense!”

”Prove your power with your sword!”

Shouts erupted from the crowd below.

Many couldn’t bear to see Ling Xiao humiliating Ji Mingxing so openly.

After all, most of the people present were Ji Mingxing’s friends.

Yet, they did not realize that their shouting was like putting Ji Mingxing on a fiery rack, roasting him alive.

Ji Mingxing’s expression changed drastically.

He had once eagerly desired to meet Ling Xiao and kill him to prove his claim as the number-one genius of the Heavenly Dragon Continent.

Earlier today, he had boasted openly in front of this crowd, proclaiming himself a rare talent that appears once in a century.

In other words, unmatched for a hundred years.

Ling Xiao, only seventeen years old, naturally fell within the category of those he referenced.

Now, Ling Xiao stood before him, challenging him to prove it. What should he do?

Fight or not?

Ji Mingxing was engulfed by overwhelming chaos and inner turmoil.

The crowd’s expectant gazes gradually turned to anxiety.

Could Ji Mingxing really be inferior to Ling Xiao?

At that moment, the Great Sun World Lord spoke: ”Ling Xiao, whatever your purpose in coming here today may be, remember that today is my disciple Ji Mingxing’s joyous wedding day. Deciding who is the number-one genius of the Heavenly Dragon Continent can wait for another time. As the groom today, Ji Mingxing is in no condition to fight. And you—don’t be foolish—hand over Fengming Lian at once.”

The Great Sun World Lord’s words carried a strong sense of menace and cold hostility.

Ling Xiao purposefully chose this day to appear, igniting deep anger within him. He wished he could strike Ling Xiao dead with a single blow.

Nevertheless, his sharp senses and years of experience traveling the Jianghu warned him that Ling Xiao must have come prepared to act so boldly.

If he made a move, the situation might spiral out of control.

”On the day of the wedding?”

Ling Xiao grinned darkly: ”Old geezer, why don’t you ask Fengming Lian if she agreed to this marriage?”

”And what if she has or hasn’t? What does it have to do with you?”

Ji Mingxing roared angrily, the one seething most with fury and humiliation today.

”What does it have to do with me? Fine, let me spell it out for you. Fengming Lian is the daughter of my senior brother Wu Xiang, Emperor of the Heavenly Dynasty Empire—a true imperial princess! Since her mother has cast her aside, throwing her into this pit of fire, then from now, she will revert to her father’s surname and be named Wu Lian Er. Now tell me, does this matter relate to me or not?”

Ling Xiao declared loudly.

His words sent shockwaves through the crowd.

The Royal Family had always kept the identity of Fengming Lian’s father a secret. Finally, today, everyone knew.

”Ling Xiao, stop this madness!”

Phoenix Immeasurable was growing frantic.

”Madness? Emperor, in this matter, perhaps you’re the one acting recklessly! Someone dared use illusion techniques on your biological niece, attempting to violently coerce her into submission. Aren’t you the least bit angry? Don’t tell me you also had a hand in this?”

Ling Xiao’s statement instantly cornered Phoenix Immeasurable.

If Phoenix Immeasurable admitted knowledge of the illusion technique, his reputation would be utterly destroyed. Adding this to the scandal with Ji Ning six months ago, his reign as Emperor would swiftly come to an end.

On the other hand, if he denied involvement, he would have to confront the Great Sun World Lord and Ji Mingxing.

”What a venomous young man.”

Phoenix Immeasurable’s eyes flickered as his cunning mind raced for a solution.

”Since I have learned of this matter, I will investigate thoroughly. If what you’ve said proves true, both Ji Mingxing and the Great Sun World Lord will not escape punishment. However, we cannot defame innocent people based solely on Wu Lian Er’s testimony.”

Phoenix Immeasurable opted to remain neutral, choosing the middle ground.

He believed this was the wisest approach.

”So, the Emperor doesn’t even trust his own niece. Ha! Well then, since you refuse to intervene, I will handle this matter myself. Whatever happens next, I suggest you don’t interfere—it might get unpleasant.”

Ling Xiao said coldly.

”I said I would investigate this matter!”

Phoenix Immeasurable’s face darkened, his fury barely contained.

”Investigate my ass. If Fengming Lian weren’t just your niece—not tainted by human blood—but your biological daughter, would you still say the same? You’d probably strike down anyone who dared to harm her without hesitation!”

Ling Xiao showed Phoenix Immeasurable no respect whatsoever.

The crowd was utterly dumbfounded.

In the Divine Capital of the Phoenix God Empire, someone dared to show Phoenix Immeasurable such blatant disrespect. Ling Xiao’s audacity was astounding.

”No need for argument. This matter has already been investigated by me. It was indeed orchestrated by the Great Sun World Lord and Ji Mingxing. The Emperor had no involvement.”

At that moment, another voice rang out.

It was Feng Yingshan.

Feng Yingshan had been waiting for an opportunity like this.

The Ji Ning scandal had earned Feng Yingshan immense public favor. Nearly all the citizens and Martial Artists of the Divine Capital recognized him as a fair and impartial enforcer of justice.

Moreover, the incident allowed Feng Yingshan to plant his men within the military ranks, reaping considerable rewards.

Today, Phoenix Immeasurable had erred again.

And Feng Yingshan was more than eager to step forward.