The Art of Chaotic Divinity-Chapter 932: Kneel

At nearly the same moment, Li Bufan and Jiang Xiaofan each defeated their opponents. Yet both stood battered and exhausted on the sword fighting platform, their strength completely spent.

At the center of the platform, a fierce gust of wind swept away the last traces of dust.

All eyes fixed on a cold, arrogant figure gripping the Fourth Prince by the throat, lifting him high. The prince's face twisted into a purplish hue as he gasped for air, barely able to breathe.

The Tianbai King clenched his fists, yet his expression betrayed neither joy nor anger.

"Heavens, Ling Feng actually beat the Fourth Prince to this state?"

"Tsk tsk tsk... unbelievable..."

The entire audience was stunned, the outcome of this match was all but decided.

Tianfeng Sword Team had staged a dominant comeback.

Yet, the situation was far from simple.

Ling Feng actually dared to treat the Fourth Prince this way, completely ignoring his status.

While it was satisfying to see, the prince's nobility was beyond question. And this was happening before the Tianbai King and the Empress Dowager!

This was serious trouble!

"You... you lowborn wretch... How dare you... How dare you treat this prince... cough..."

Ling Feng glared at the Fourth Prince, his grip tightening. In that instant, fury had blazed in his chest, amplified by Mu Qianxue's boost. His power had reached unprecedented heights.

No matter how fiercely the Fourth Prince fought back, Ling Feng shattered all his attacks with a single punch. One move was all it took to subdue him completely.

Yet, the rage still hadn't dissipated. A crimson line had nearly formed on Ling Feng's forehead.

A sign that the Asura's Eye was about to awaken.

Fortunately, he suppressed the anger in time. But in that brief moment earlier, he had already broken the Fourth Prince's arms and legs. That once-handsome face had been beaten into a swollen, pig-like mess by Ling Feng.

Seeing the Fourth Prince on the verge of death, Yue Zhonglian high above urgently called out, "Ling Feng, you must not act recklessly!"

General Deng also spoke gravely, "Ling Feng, the Fourth Prince may be at fault, but you absolutely cannot kill him!"

Ling Feng took a deep breath and looked up at the seven experts in the sky, his gaze finally settling on Yan Cangtian.

Yan Cangtian gave him a slight shake of his head.

Ling Feng gritted his teeth. If he killed the Fourth Prince today, he would undoubtedly become an enemy of the entire empire.

While he might find satisfaction, the consequences would drag down Tianfeng Sword Team and even all his family and friends.

From then on, there would be no place for him in the Tianbai Empire.

Power... I still lack power!

One day, when he possessed strength enough to scorn the empire, those who deserved to die would die!

"Thank you for the reminder, Seniors!"

Ling Feng took several deep breaths, his fury gradually subsiding. The crimson line on his forehead faded as he regained his composure.

He clasped his hands in a fist-and-palm salute toward the seven experts. Their intervention in his moment of peril was a debt he would not forget.

"As long as you don't do anything foolish," General Deng sighed. If not for the prince's status, he himself would have long lost patience with the Fourth Prince.

"I'll spare your dog life!"

Ling Feng snorted coldly, flinging the prince toward Gong Cheng. In a flash, he stomped the prince's head into the ground.

"But you will kneel and apologize to my comrade!"

"Pfft..."

The Fourth Prince spat out blood and snarled, "You're dead, Ling Feng. You have no idea how fucked you are!"

He thrashed and roared, "Father! Will you not execute this treasonous dog for daring to raise his hand against royalty?" freeweɓnovēl.coɱ

"Silence, you disgrace!"

The King of Tianbai rose angrily from his throne. Instantly, everyone in Tianwei Square stood as well.

The king had stood up. How could they stay seated?

The Fourth Prince froze, turning toward the high platform. His father's face was twisted in fury.

"F-Father...?"

The Tianbai King's gaze swept over Ling Feng before he took a deep breath.

Had those seven experts not intervened, Ling Feng's brutal beating of the prince, which severely humiliated the royal family, would have warranted either execution or endless torment.

Yet now, not only could he not punish Ling Feng, he had to reward him handsomely.

"General Ling."

The Tianbai King's voice was measured. "This match is Tianfeng Sword Team's victory. All rewards will be delivered to Tianwei Academy. Moreover, your unparalleled talent truly befits the title of General Weiyuan. Effective immediately, your rank is promoted from Commander of the Palace Guards to full General."

He flicked his sleeve lightly. "General Ling, you are now the youngest general in the military."

"This humble one thanks Your Majesty." Ling Feng fist-and-palm saluted respectfully.

The Tianbai King gave a slight nod. "My worthless son resorted to underhanded tactics and deserves discipline. As for your comrade's injuries, I will summon the finest divine imperial physicians to treat him. No expense will be spared."

"My gratitude once more, Your Majesty!"

Ling Feng clenched his fists, glancing at Gong Cheng. Though the blade fragments hadn't pierced his heart, Ling Feng's medical skills could save him. But his dantian Qihai acupoint was destroyed. He would never cultivate again.

"Very well. General Ling, release this disgrace now. I will personally discipline him."

A flicker of suppressed fury flashed in the Tianbai King's eyes. His son was being trampled underfoot, yet as ruler, he had to swallow his pride. Such humiliation was unbearable for any man, let alone an emperor.

"If that is the case, Your Majesty may revoke all rewards. Today, the Fourth Prince will kneel before my comrade and kowtow in apology!"

Ling Feng's foot remained planted on the prince's face, pressing down until his features contorted grotesquely.

All the spectators were dumbfounded. The mighty king had already lowered himself to reason calmly with Ling Feng, yet no one expected this guy to show no respect even for the emperor himself.

"What a loyal friend!"

Pill Devil and the Demon Sword exchanged amused glances, their esteem for Ling Feng rising.

Yue Zhonglian and Deng Xian, however, frowned. Ling Feng was being too impulsive.

Their eyes turned toward the two mysterious experts, figures they had never seen before in the imperial capital.

Their presence was likely the true reason the Tianbai King dared not act against Ling Feng.

Only Yan Cangtian had an inkling. These two were probably the reclusive Pill Devil and Sword Maniac from Flame Valley.

"You!"

The Tianbai King's eyes flashed coldly. He glanced once more at the seven experts before flicking his sleeve.

"Fine. Fine! General Ling, my decree stands, all rewards remain. As for this disgrace, do as you see fit!"

With that, he turned and left, washing his hands of the Fourth Prince's fate.

Whether Ling Feng forced him to kneel or apologize, the king would no longer bear witness. Out of sight, out of mind!

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