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As Zhao Li recounted the events, Ancestor Yuan's expression gradually darkened.
At this moment, he finally understood why, despite the Zhao Family coming to congratulate them, things had turned out this way. The root of the problem was that Zhao Lie had set his sights on someone else's personal maid. When threats and temptations failed, the three of them banded together to directly abduct her, ultimately forcing her to death. To make matters worse, Fang Chen returned at this very moment.
"Scoundrel!" After hearing the whole story, Zhao Yuan was so furious that he felt as if a Buddha had ascended from his body. If Zhao Lie were still alive, he would have the impulse to kill him again.
"What kind of blind fool has emerged from the Zhao Family?" Zhao Yuan muttered to himself. It was one thing to be a lecher, but as a member of the Zhao Family, he should at least have some discernment. Could he really lay hands on Fang Chen's personal maid? Moreover, their bond was clearly much deeper than that of a mere maid and master.
However, no matter what, Zhao Lie was already dead beyond any chance of revival. There was no way for him to jump out again and be killed a second time. Nevertheless... casting a cold glance at Zhao Ye, who was slumped on the ground nearby, a flicker of disgust crossed Zhao Yuan's eyes.
"Previously, Old Man did not know the truth; I hope young friend will not hold it against me." Zhao Yuan cupped his hands toward Fang Chen. His aged face still bore anger, though it was no longer the explosive rage from before. This anger was directed not at Fang Chen but rather at Zhao Ye and his companions.
"Since such disgraceful members have emerged from my Zhao Family, I will not show them any mercy. Young friend may act freely. Even if you do not take action, I, Zhao Yuan, will cleanse our ranks today and eliminate these family disgraceful members completely."
Zhao Yuan's words rang out with conviction and indignation. If those present were not fully aware of his identity, they might have mistaken him for Fang Chen's elder.
"Alright." Almost as soon as Zhao Yuan finished speaking, Fang Chen nodded and uttered this single word. Then he flicked his fingers, and a gray beam of light shot forth from his fingertip, piercing through Zhao Ye's forehead.
Zhao Ye was dead.
From the moment Zhao Yuan finished speaking to Zhao Ye's death, not even a breath had passed.
Looking at Zhao Ye, whose forehead had been penetrated and who showed no signs of life, Zhao Yuan's pupils slightly constricted. His regard for Fang Chen rose several notches. A talented young genius might be intimidating, but he wasn't necessarily terrifying.
After all, a genius is still just a genius; before they grow, they ultimately mean nothing. Even a genius, once fallen, is no different from others. Moreover, in the path of martial arts, there have always been many geniuses who fell midway. However, when one possesses great talent along with ruthless methods and decisive actions, that makes a difference.
This means that Fang Chen's chances of falling midway are much smaller than those of other so-called geniuses. In fact, in Zhao Yuan's view, Fang Chen's decisiveness and ruthlessness, when facing the esteemed Royal Zhao Family, showed no hesitation whatsoever. Even some seasoned martial artists who have weathered the years might not be able to exhibit such boldness.
This young man must not be offended!
In an instant, these words flashed through Zhao Yuan's mind, and at the same time, a more amiable smile appeared on his aged face.
"Scoundrel, come over and apologize to the young friend." As his smile faded, Zhao Yuan's gaze fell on Zhao Li beside him as he reprimanded.
Unlike Zhao Lie and the other three, Zhao Li had not been involved in the incident that led to Chan'er's death. Furthermore, unlike Zhao Lie and the others who were merely juniors at the Qi Boundary, Zhao Li was a martial artist from the Zhao Family's Alchemy Realm and was also an uncle to Zhao Lie and a nephew to Zhao Yuan. He already held considerable status within the Zhao Family; even Zhao Yuan did not have the authority to easily dismiss him. After all, in the Zhao Family, the Alchemy Realm was considered a middle-tier power, and losing even one person was a significant loss.
"I failed to stop Zhao Lie and his companions regarding Chan'er’s matter. They made such a grave mistake; I hope for your forgiveness," Zhao Li said to Fang Chen.
"Since you made a mistake, do you think merely admitting it suffices?" Looking at the already "confessed" Zhao Li, Fang Chen's cold demeanor showed no signs of diminishing.
Although Zhao Li did not directly participate in Chan'er's incident, it was evident that after the fact, he did not regard the Fang Family with any seriousness. Even during this so-called apology visit, with the gates of Fang Residence firmly shut, he allowed Zhao Gang to attack the guards of Fang Residence with arrogance, showing no semblance of an apology.
Upon hearing Fang Chen's words, Zhao Li's expression froze momentarily before quickly turning sour. In his view, since he had not participated in this matter and had already apologized, even if there was fault on his part, it was minor. He thought that Fang Chen should at least give some face to the Zhao Family. However, he was mistaken.
"What does the young friend think?" Zhao Yuan felt a twinge of unease as he instinctively sensed something amiss. Nevertheless, being seasoned in worldly matters, he managed to force out a smile and cautiously asked Fang Chen.
"This crime does not warrant death."
Zhao Li and Zhao Yuan obviously breathed a sigh of relief. However, shortly after...
"Useless!" Two cold words were instantly spat out from Fang Chen's mouth. He then raised his hand and pointed at Zhao Li, a surge of Frenzy's Dan Qi shot towards Zhao Li.
"Uncle Yuan, save me!" Feeling the intense aura of danger, Zhao Li's face changed dramatically as he called out to Zhao Yuan beside him. Although both were warriors of the Alchemy Realm, and he was even at the Late Stage of Transformation Realm, he realized that he could not withstand Fang Chen's casual strike and could only seek help from Zhao Yuan, who was in the Primordial Embryo Realm.
Zhao Yuan's gaze lingered between Fang Chen and Zhao Li with some conflict. He sighed, and as he heard Zhao Li's plea for help, his eyes slightly lowered. Clearly, he chose to offend Fang Chen rather than protect Zhao Li.
Swish!
The Frenzy's Dan Qi surged into Zhao Li's body in an instant. His pupils constricted sharply, and then bright red blood began to flow slowly from his seven orifices. His aura rapidly weakened within this brief moment, like a dam bursting, until it finally faded to nothing.
"He's finished." Someone around them whispered this softly.
Everyone knew that Zhao Li was done for. Even if Zhao Li survived after having his cultivation destroyed, in a world where strength was paramount, his future days would undoubtedly be extremely difficult. Without needing a century, in just a few decades, he would naturally turn into a pile of yellow earth.
This kind of life was hardly different from death.
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