The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 376: Chapter 376: First Entry into the Commandery Prince Manor Chapter 376: Chapter 376: First Entry into the Commandery Prince Manor Mu Liantian, accompanied by Jing Yan, left the Manager’s Mansion and walked towards the Prince Manor.

The Manager’s Mansion was situated right beside the Prince Manor, a mere two thousand meters or so away in a straight line.

Thus, even though the two of them were not in a rush, it wouldn’t take much time to arrive.

On the road!

“Lord Chief, what exactly happened at the Prince Manor?” Jing Yan asked curiously.

Just now Mu Liantian had mentioned that there was an issue with the Prince Manor and perhaps Jing Yan could lend a hand, which surprised Jing Yan.

What could be happening at the Prince Manor that a martial artist who hadn’t even stepped into the Dao Spirit Realm could intervene in?

However, Jing Yan also knew that Mu Liantian wasn’t one to speak without thinking things through.

Since Mu Liantian had put it that way, there must be a reason behind it.

“Prince, there is a father who recently developed some health issues,” Mu Liantian explained as they walked.

“The Prince’s father?” Jing Yan’s expression tightened slightly.

Jing Yan had never heard that the Prince’s father was still alive.

“Yes!” Mu Liantian nodded, “The Prince’s father is hardly ever seen, so even within Lanqu County City, very few are aware of this.

However, I know that the Prince’s father is terrifyingly powerful, likely far surpassing the Prince himself.

It’s said that the only reason Lanqu County City holds a place on the Heavenly Origin Continent is because of this elderly gentleman.”

Hearing this, Jing Yan’s eyes widened.

Jing Yan had always thought that within the territory of Lanqu County City, the Prince was the most powerful.

To think the Prince had a father whose strength was even greater.

Jing Yan looked at Mu Liantian.

This information must be highly confidential, and yet Mu Liantian had not hesitated to share it with him, which showed the great trust Mu Liantian had in him.

“If the old gentleman is so powerful, how can he have health issues?” Jing Yan took a deep breath and turned to ask.

“I’m not completely sure of the specifics.

I am not a Pill Master, and I have no say in this matter.

I’ve brought you into the Prince Manor; just consider it as trying your luck.

If it’s not meant to be, don’t speak out of turn; the Prince doesn’t have the best temper.

If you cause any trouble, I’m afraid I won’t be able to protect you,” Mu Liantian warned Jing Yan.

“I understand.” Jing Yan nodded and didn’t ask further.

Soon, the two arrived at the main entrance of the Prince Manor.

The guards at the door let Mu Liantian and Jing Yan in without questioning, once they saw who it was.

Mu Liantian was clearly very familiar with the Prince Manor; he led Jing Yan through the compound to a location in the front courtyard.

“Here we are.

This is the guest hall of the Prince Manor.

The Prince is probably meeting with some important figures right now.

Jain Yan, follow closely behind me and don’t speak unless spoken to,” Mu Liantian said as he stopped in front of the building and turned to Jing Yan.

“I understand!” Jing Yan nodded repeatedly.

Jing Yan wasn’t foolish; he knew exactly where he was.

This was the center of power in Lanqu County City.

It’s not the place for loose talk, even if he were a martial artist at the Innate Peak Realm, let alone being a mere Dao Spirit Realm practitioner.

“Lord Chief, you’ve arrived?” At that moment, a martial artist dressed in a blue robe approached and slightly bowed to Mu Liantian.

“Yes, upon receiving the Prince’s message, I came immediately.

Please inform his presence,” Mu Liantian requested.

“Alright.” The man glanced at Jing Yan and, after responding to Mu Liantian, quickly entered the building.

After a short while, the man came back out.

“The Prince has asked for Lord Chief to enter,” the man informed Mu Liantian.

“Good,” Mu Liantian nodded.

“And this young man is?” the man turned to look at Jing Yan, possibly because Jing Yan seemed unfamiliar, which prompted him to ask.

“This young friend here is called Jing Yan.

Hehe, I’ve brought him to meet the Prince,” explained Mu Liantian.

“Oh.” The man gave a slight smile.

Following closely behind Mu Liantian, the two entered the building.

The room seemed quite ordinary, just more spacious than most.

Inside the room, there were quite a few people present.

The one sitting at the head of the room was wearing a dark gold robe, looking scholarly.

Next to him, an elderly man was sipping tea.

On the chairs on both sides, there were several older men seated.

Among these people, there were those Jing Yan recognized.

Vice Presidents Liu Wen and Xu Dong from the Alchemist Association were present.

Along with the two vice presidents, Li Xingjiu, the president of the Alchemist Association, was also there.

“Greetings to the Prince,” Mu Liantian said, bowing to the scholarly man in the dark gold robe.

Jing Yan followed suit, bowing without making a sound.

Prince Zhou Shangyun waved his hand dismissively at Mu Liantian.

His gaze lingered on Jing Yan for a moment.

Seeing Jing Yan, both Liu Wen and Xu Dong’s expressions changed.

Clearly, they had not expected Jing Yan to appear here.

They knew a bit about the relationship between Jing Yan and Mu Liantian, but for Mu Liantian to bring Jing Yan to the Prince Manor and directly into such an important gathering was quite baffling.

“Why is this kid here?” Xu Dong said sharply, his voice carrying a questioning tone, clearly displeased to see Jing Yan, his enemy.

“This little friend Jing Yan has some outstanding talents in the Alchemy Dao, so I brought him here to see if he might be of help,” Mu Liantian said with a smile.

“Chief Mu, are you joking?

Hehe…

With him being just a Second-grade Alchemist, do you really think bringing him here and saying he could be of help is realistic?” Xu Dong mocked.

He was mocking Jing Yan.

“Vice President Xu Dong, do you have a grudge against Jing Yan?

You’re a vice president of the Alchemist Association; how could you have a feud with a Second-grade Alchemist?” “I brought Jing Yan here hoping he could offer some assistance.

Even if he can’t help much in the end, I don’t see the problem with that.

Why does Vice President Xu Dong’s words sound so unpleasant?” Mu Liantian, clearly unhappy, retorted.

Who was Mu Liantian?

The Chief Manager of the Prince Manor!

Although Mu Liantian didn’t have authority over the Alchemist Association, in terms of status, he was definitely higher than Xu Dong, the vice president of the association.

He would be on par with President Li Xingjiu.

How could Mu Liantian be pleased with Xu Dong speaking to him in such a manner?

Even though Xu Dong’s antagonism was directed at Jing Yan, Jing Yan was brought in by Mu Liantian himself.

Xu Dong’s hostility towards Jing Yan was a slight against Mu Liantian.

If Xu Dong didn’t show respect to Jing Yan, it was the same as showing no respect to Mu Liantian.

Hearing Mu Liantian’s words, Xu Dong also realized and his face turned slightly red with embarrassment.

He understood that his words had been inappropriate, and it was the sight of Jing Yan that had sparked his anger, failing to keep it in check on time.