The Strongest Dandy in the City-Chapter 1328 - 1319: Undercurrents Stirring

The night sky was intensely dark.

Looking up, not a single star could be seen.

Yu Haifeng of the Spiritual Medicine Valley followed Ye Chenfeng and the others to the Cang Lang Mercenary Group’s residence. Upon arrival, Yu Haifeng began chatting with Ye Chenfeng about everything under the sun, the conversation lasting a full three hours before finally letting Ye Chenfeng retire for the night.

After entering his room, Ye Chenfeng examined the storage ring Yu Haifeng had given him. Sure enough, it was packed with an abundance of Spirit Grass, including around ten stalks of Red Lotus Trilife Grass. Additionally, there was plenty of Purple Orchid and Clear Cold Grass—two auxiliary ingredients needed to concoct the Han Qing Pill—which were now in Ye Chenfeng’s possession as well.

Tonight, Ye Chenfeng planned to personally refine a batch of Han Qing Pills. If even the Spiritual Medicine Valley’s Fifth Elder failed to produce the pill, then the ones Ye Chenfeng refined could prove useful.

The storage ring in Ye Chenfeng’s hand glimmered, and with a flash, a black Middle Grade Human Cauldron appeared before him. This was Ye Chenfeng’s first time refining pills in the real world. Taking a deep breath, he couldn’t help but feel a little nervous. ƒгeeweɓn૦vel.com

Meanwhile, as Ye Chenfeng began refining the Han Qing Pill...

Within the hall of the Qin family—one of Bei Yun City’s four major families...

Qin Shifang, the Family Head, sat on a redwood chair in the center of the hall, while his daughter, Qin Shuangshuang, stood before him. Based on the events of the day, Qin Shifang was certain the Zheng family wouldn’t survive much longer in Bei Yun City, and this marked an excellent opportunity for the Qin family.

"Shuangshuang, what’s your take on today’s matter? The other three families have, more or less, offended that young man named Ye Chenfeng. Should we invite him to the Qin family for a meal?" Qin Shifang suggested.

Qin Shuangshuang held no fondness for her father. In her view, he would sacrifice her without hesitation if it benefited the family.

Lightly biting her lip, Qin Shuangshuang replied, "Offering help during adversity is far better than adding to someone’s success. From the moment I met him a few days ago, I was certain he would shine brilliantly one day. I doubt he would agree to dine with us."

Furrowing his brows, Qin Shifang said, "You’re right; I wish to help during adversity too. But the truth is, he’s already deemed a prodigious disciple of the Spiritual Medicine Valley, and his future now seems smooth and unchallenged."

Qin Shuangshuang wrinkled her delicate nose, mentally whispering, "Father, don’t I know you well enough? Even if you had the opportunity to offer help during adversity, you would likely let fear hold you back."

While Qin Shifang fretted over how to ingratiate himself with Ye Chenfeng...

In the hall of another major Bei Yun City family, the Liu family...

Both Liu Weitian, the Family Head, and his son Liu Jiang were present, alongside Hu Weiyuan, the Hu family’s Family Head, and his son Hu Feilong.

The atmosphere inside the hall was incredibly heavy. Liu Weitian and Hu Weiyuan, seated side-by-side, had expressions as dark as storm clouds.

After a moment, Liu Weitian, enraged, barked at his son, "What good does sulking do now? You’re usually composed—how could you publicly insult that young man named Ye Chenfeng today? Now what are we supposed to do? If Ye Chenfeng joins Spiritual Medicine Valley, he’ll undoubtedly rise as a prodigious disciple, potentially becoming the next Valley Master."

Hu Weiyuan glared furiously at his own son, Hu Feilong, and yelled, "You fool! What use are you other than stirring trouble? Tell me, what should we do now?"

Both sons, chastised harshly by their fathers, lowered their heads, their eyes flickering not only with anger at Ye Chenfeng but also with growing fear.

"Thud! Thud!"

After exchanging a look, Liu Jiang and Hu Feilong both knelt before their fathers, simultaneously saying, "Father, I was wrong."

Seeing their sons on their knees, Liu Weitian and Hu Weiyuan both showed flickers of regret in their eyes. Liu Weitian declared, "Tomorrow, Hu Family Head and I will personally accompany you two to apologize to Ye Chenfeng. You must show genuine remorse and hope he can forgive you!"

...

Meanwhile, while the Qin, Liu, and Hu families were each preoccupied with their own schemes, inside a private room at a local tavern...

Lin Zhonghe sat expressionlessly in a chair, while Zheng Yuanzhi, the Zheng family head, and his son Zheng Wu stood before him respectfully.

Zheng Wu’s complexion remained pallid, his demeanor dazed, and his lips quivered slightly.

In contrast, Zheng Yuanzhi remained more composed, asking, "Father, what should our next step be?"

Lin Zhonghe’s face was laden with murderous intent as he replied, "Rest assured. When Yunting Princess sent her message to the Southern Yuan Dynasty two days ago, I sent a message as well. The person arriving in Bei Yun City this time isn’t from Yunting Princess’s circle."

"Moreover, someone contacted me via communication talisman just now. The one coming to Bei Yun City is Zhang Wenxuan, son of the Southern Yuan Dynasty’s Defender General—a man of immense power. Zhang Wenxuan is also incredibly fond of Yunting Princess. If we tell him she and Ye Chenfeng have a mutual affection, Zhang Wenxuan will take action against that boy on his own."

"Additionally, Zhang Wenxuan encountered the Spiritual Medicine Valley’s Fifth Elder, Wang Yongxing, on the way here. Wang Yongxing and Zhang Wenxuan’s father happen to be old acquaintances, and apparently Wang Yongxing’s son is the number-one prodigy in the Valley. If Ye Chenfeng joins the Spiritual Medicine Valley, the title of top prodigy for Wang Yongxing’s son will be jeopardized."

"So, not only will I ensure Ye Chenfeng doesn’t join the Spiritual Medicine Valley, but I’ll make certain he dies with no grave to rest in."

Upon hearing Lin Zhonghe’s plan, Zheng Yuanzhi and Zheng Wu’s eyes lit up immediately. Zheng Wu clenched his fists and said, "Yes, Grandfather! I want to tear that boy apart!"

"Creak!"

At that moment, the private room’s door swung open, and in walked a young man dressed in a white robe alongside an older man in a black robe. The former was Zhang Wenxuan, whose strength had reached the late stage of the Divine Thought Realm’s third rank; the latter was the Spiritual Medicine Valley’s Fifth Elder, Wang Yongxing, whose strength was at the Peak of the Divine Thought Realm’s fifth rank and who barely passed as a quasi-Second Grade Alchemist.

"Lin Zhonghe, this is the Spiritual Medicine Valley’s Fifth Elder," Zhang Wenxuan said without ceremony, introducing Wang Yongxing.

Then Zhang Wenxuan turned and asked, "Where’s Yunting? Where is she?"

Lin Zhonghe initially feigned difficulty but slowly explained Ye Chenfeng and Jiang Yunting’s relationship in exaggerated detail, recounting Ye Chenfeng’s performance in the Spiritual Medicine Valley’s test earlier that day. This caused Zhang Wenxuan and Wang Yongxing’s expressions to darken simultaneously.

A twisted smile appeared on Zhang Wenxuan’s not-so-handsome face as he coldly declared, "That boy must die—tomorrow, no less."

Wang Yongxing let out a low, sinister chuckle and said, "Wenxuan, I fully agree. He does deserve to die! Nonetheless, we must avoid causing a public spectacle; let him walk to his death tomorrow. He has no one to blame but himself for liking someone he shouldn’t have and possessing alchemy talent he shouldn’t have."

Upon hearing Zhang Wenxuan and Wang Yongxing issue Ye Chenfeng’s death sentence, Zheng Yuanzhi and Zheng Wu finally relaxed completely. In Zheng Wu’s view, Ye Chenfeng was solely responsible for the current predicament. His fear was utterly replaced by glee as he awaited Ye Chenfeng’s tragic fate tomorrow.

Meanwhile, Lin Zhonghe wore a calm expression, as if everything was well within his control. He thought of Ye Chenfeng’s appearance and muttered to himself, "Boy, you dare to challenge me? Pure foolishness."

"Lin Zhonghe, arrange accommodation for us. Once we deal with that foolishly arrogant boy tomorrow, I’ll meet with Yunting again," Zhang Wenxuan said.

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An intricate conspiracy brewed deep into the night, yet Ye Chenfeng, focused on refining the Han Qing Pill, remained oblivious to the numerous people coveting his life this evening. (To be continued. If you enjoy this story, please visit Qidian.com to vote with recommendation tickets and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com for reading.)