The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 178: Chapter 178: The Jing Family’s Survival Hangs by a Thread [Third Update]

”City Lord Chen Bing, my Zhao Family is willing to contribute our strength!”

”City Lord Chen Bing, my Cai Family is also willing to contribute our strength!”

At this time, two different voices came from one side of the square.

Following, a line of figures quickly approached.

Jing Yan’s gaze shifted, his eyes suddenly focusing as he saw this row of people.

Zhao Dangyuan, Family Head Zhao! Cai Yunjian, Cai Family Patriarch.

Behind these two clan leaders followed quite a few powerhouses from both families. These people had ill intentions and were clearly standing in opposition to the Jing Family.

”Patriarch Zhao, Cai Family Patriarch!”

Chen Bing also smiled and cupped his hands in greeting to the two men. For Cai Yunjian it might be enough, but even Chen Bing had to show full respect to Zhao Dangyuan. Zhao Dangyuan was a Dao Spirit Realm powerhouse, and the Zhao Family had deep connections within Lanqu County City.

Usually, even the City Lord Huo Chunyang was extremely polite to Zhao Dangyuan, let alone this Deputy City Lord at the Peak of the Innate Realm.

”City Lord Chen Bing, you’re too polite!” Zhao Dangyuan also cupped his hands in return.

Then, his gaze turned to the man sitting to the side, Cang Long.

”Mr. Cang Long, I’ve heard about what happened yesterday. My Zhao Family is at fault as well. I’ve brought Zhao Yifeng here. Whatever you decide to do with him, it’s up to you.” Zhao Dangyuan said to Cang Long with a smile.

”Hmph!” Cang Long snorted lightly.

Cang Long’s demeanor was still very high and mighty! In response, Zhao Dangyuan did not get angry. As an Outer Court Deacon of Divine Wind Academy, an alchemist had every right to be arrogant.

”Zhao Yifeng!” Zhao Dangyuan smiled unconcernedly and then called out to Zhao Yifeng who was behind him.

”Mr. Cang Long, I am Zhao Yifeng. I am responsible for Brother Suo Wen’s death by Jing Yan’s hands. If Mr. Cang Long wishes to kill or punish me, I, Zhao Yifeng, will not utter a second word.” Zhao Yifeng stepped forward and bowed to Cang Long.

”Mr. Cang Long, I, Cai Guanglin, also cannot shirk responsibility for Brother Suo Wen’s death. Please, hand down your punishment.” Cai Guanglin of the Cai Family also stepped forward, following Zhao Yifeng.

Cang Long’s eyebrows twitched slightly as his gaze swept indifferently over the two men. Naturally, Cang Long was furious with them both, especially with Zhao Yifeng who had instigated Suo Wen to challenge the Jing Family’s arena, ultimately leading to Suo Wen’s death.

Moreover, Zhao Dangyuan had spoken quite beautifully, bringing the man along and leaving the decision entirely up to him, Cang Long. But Cang Long was well aware that Zhao Dangyuan’s words were just for show, not sincere. If he truly decided to kill Zhao Yifeng, then Zhao Dangyuan definitely wouldn’t remain indifferent.

”The two of you, forget it. There is a head for every grievance and an owner for every debt; it wasn’t either of you who killed my disciple, Suo Wen,” Cang Long said, dismissing them with a wave of his hand.

Zhao Dangyuan and Cai Yunjian, the two clan leaders, had given him, Cang Long, enough face, and he didn’t see the need to offend all of these families. Especially not the Zhao Family, which even he did not wish to offend lightly.

Hearing Cang Long’s words, Zhao Dangyuan’s face immediately broke into a pleased smile.

”Mr. Cang Long is really magnanimous. I, Zhao Dangyuan will remember this kindness,” Zhao Dangyuan laughed. ”Yifeng, aren’t you going to thank Mr. Cang Long?”

Zhao Yifeng and Cai Guanglin quickly expressed their thanks and then obediently stood to the side.

”Swish!”

Immediately after, Zhao Dangyuan’s gaze fiercely shifted to Jing Yan, a cruel smile forming on his lips.

He had long wished to kill Jing Yan! For this, he had even sought out the Dark Night assassins, but he had not expected the assassination attempt to fail. Zhao Dangyuan still remembered that at the time, Jing Yan was only at the level of Postnatal Cultivation. Yet now, he had grown to a level capable of killing Suo Wen. How much time had passed? If they let this kid live, what would the future hold?

”This little wretch from the Jing Family is really troublesome! He’s also worryingly bold—daring to kill even Mr. Cang Long’s disciple. What isn’t he capable of? Jing Chengye, I don’t want to meddle in your family’s affairs, but I must advise you, having Jing Yan alive is more of a disadvantage than a benefit for your Jing Family. Look, he has already caused such trouble; who can assure you he won’t cause more in the future? By then, it might be too late for the Jing Family to even regret,” Zhao Dangyuan sneered.

”City Lord Chen Bing, I heard you say earlier that you want to eradicate the Jing Family? Hehe, I, Zhao Dangyuan, would like to state my position here: if City Lord Chen Bing needs us, my Zhao Family is willing to fully support you. I wouldn’t dare to overpromise, but we can definitely dispatch ten Innate Martial Artists,” Zhao Dangyuan said to Chen Bing.

”City Lord Chen Bing, although my Cai Family is weaker, I will also state my position. If needed, my Cai Family will do our utmost to dispatch ten martial artists of the Innate realm at your command!” Right after Zhao Dangyuan, Cai Yunjian stated his position as well.

”Ha ha... Both patriarchs, you are too kind,” Chen Bing laughed loudly, his joy evident.

”Jing Chengye, what do you plan to do? State your position quickly! The survival of the Jing Family depends on your decision. Is it really worth it to sacrifice your entire family for this little beast?” Chen Bing said looking ferociously at Jing Chengye.

At this moment, Jing Chengye’s body was trembling slightly.

Only he knew the immense pressure he was under at this moment. The survival of the Jing Family seemed truly to depend on his decision. He knew that if he decided not to hand over Jing Yan, then the Jing Family would have to face the combined might of the City Lord Mansion and the alliance army of the Zhao and other families.

The Jing Family’s ally, the Lin Family, would be sure to save their own skin in such a situation. They could support the Jing Family over minor matters, but now that the City Lord Mansion was moving against the Jing Family, how could the Lin Family be expected to continue standing with them?

”City Lord, Patriarch Zhao, Cai Family Patriarch!”

Just then, the Jing Family Great Elder, Jing Chunyu, was the first to speak up.

”You must not misunderstand! Although Jing Yan is the true grandson of our Old Clan Leader, I believe that even if the Old Clan Leader were still alive, he would not indulge him! Jing Yan has committed a horrendous crime. If the Old Clan Leader were here, he would certainly bring him out himself to be punished by Mr. Cang Long,” Jing Chunyu said in a fluster.

Handing over Jing Yan posed no pressure on him. If he had his way, he wouldn’t have waited until today; he would have personally delivered Jing Yan to the City Lord Mansion yesterday night.

”Jing Chunyu!” Jing Chengye shouted in a low voice.

”Clan Leader, do you really want to see the Jing Family destroyed before you’re satisfied?” Jing Chunyu was not backing down.

He had already decided that if Jing Chengye remained stubborn, he would sever ties with the Jing Family. At least in that way, he could save himself from involvement and preserve his life. With the mindset of leaving the family, Jing Chunyu no longer showed the same respect to Clan Leader Jing Chengye.

”You disgrace!” Jing Tianying said, his face ashen as he cursed.