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Chapter 2201: Chapter 2202: Should I Kill My Own Grandson-in-Law?

Ye Xunhuan’s face lit up with joy upon hearing the familiar voice, and he said, "Qingcheng..."

"Xunhuan, do you realize what consequences will follow if you kill Xun Wanli?" Liu Qingcheng interrupted Ye Xunhuan, her tone extremely grave.

Xun Wanli was the number two figure in the Protector organization. His death would definitely shake the entire Protector, and by then, how could they possibly let Ye Xunhuan go?

Moreover, the King already intended to deal with Ye Xunhuan, and such a god-sent opportunity would hardly be missed by him.

Besides, news of Xun Wanli’s death had already spread. It’s possible the King already knows.

After all, this is an era of information explosion, where the speed of information dissemination is beyond people’s imagination.

"The news spread really fast!"

Liu Qingcheng knowing about Xun Wanli’s death wasn’t surprising to Ye Xunhuan. After all, Liu Qingcheng was part of the Hidden Dragon organization, which was under the Protectors.

This was completely normal for Liu Qingcheng to know about.

"The news has spread. If I’m not mistaken, the Protectors already know," Liu Qingcheng said heavily. "They might even be preparing to deal with you now."

"You were too reckless this time, killing Xun Wanli without considering the consequences."

Even though Liu Qingcheng knew complaining was pointless at this point, as a woman, it was in her nature to voice a complaint.

"What’s done is done, there’s no escaping it now," Ye Xunhuan said, not shirking responsibility in the slightest. "Besides, if I didn’t kill Xun Wanli, would the King let me go?"

"We both know the answer is no," Ye Xunhuan said calmly. "It’s just a matter of time."

Ye Xunhuan wasn’t wrong; the King dealing with him was only a matter of time.

Ye Xunhuan had simply forced the issue.

"Long Shou asked me to tell you no one can help you this time," Liu Qingcheng said helplessly. "It seems Long Shou is also dealing with something and can’t help. He asked me to tell you to be extra careful!"

"When you need to nod, just endure it. Revenge can wait ten years."

"What trouble is he facing?" Ye Xunhuan immediately asked.

Ye Xunhuan now knew Long Shou was his uncle, and looking back, Long Shou indeed took good care of him. Ye Xunhuan and Long Shou hadn’t just known each other for a day or two, and there was a bond between them.

But due to a failed mission and the tragic death of his brothers and master, a rift had formed between Ye Xunhuan and Long Shou.

Now that the rift was mended, Ye Xunhuan naturally cared about Long Shou.

"I’m not sure, but it seems like Long Shou can handle it. Don’t worry," Liu Qingcheng said softly. "But you, you must be careful."

"I know, don’t worry!" Ye Xunhuan said calmly.

Liu Qingcheng didn’t say much more and hung up the phone.

At this moment, in an unknown underground base in the capital, Liu Qingcheng sat in front of a computer, her face full of helplessness.

Ye Xunhuan killing Xun Wanli was something none of them had anticipated or dared to imagine.

After all, Xun Wanli was the number two in the Protectors and extremely powerful, yet no one expected him to be killed by Ye Xunhuan.

With Xun Wanli dead, a massive storm was sure to follow, and Liu Qingcheng was certain of this.

And now Long Shou couldn’t help either. If Ye Xunhuan really clashed with the Protectors, then...

Liu Qingcheng dared not think further. She only knew Ye Xunhuan had practically poked a hole in the sky this time.

......

Liu Qingcheng’s concerns were not unfounded; things were indeed progressing as she feared.

In Huaxia, atop an unknown mountain, a tower-like pavilion was built at the base, nearly hanging over it, surrounded by cliffs giving an impression of extreme peril and inaccessibility.

But inside this pavilion sat a group, led by none other than the King’s leader of the Protectors, along with Xiao Jiangnan and other Protector members.

Behind the King was a large character "Nation," with pen strokes vivid and bold, exuding a majestic aura and seemingly infused with Sword Intent, appearing sharp and naturally formed.

The King sat in the chief seat, eyes half-closed, seemingly resting peacefully, appearing very relaxed and tranquil, unlike the others who couldn’t maintain such calm.

Each had expressions full of anger and murderous intent, as if their kin had been slain, eager for revenge.

The reason for their state was that news of Xun Wanli’s death had reached their ears, prompting them to rush to the Protectors’ base to see the King, awaiting his words and actions.

But to everyone’s surprise, after half a day of discussion, the King remained silent, as if all this had nothing to do with him.

This irked everyone, yet they were helpless.

After all, he was the King, the head of the Protectors, with unfathomable power, beyond their ability to confront.

"Majesty, won’t you say something? Are we just going to watch Elder Xun die for nothing?"

A robust middle-aged man with a thick beard immediately spoke up, looking very rugged.

When this man’s eyes widened, he resembled Black Whirlwind Li Kui from the classic tale "Outlaws of the Marsh."

"Yes, Majesty, please say something. How should we handle this? Are we to let Ye Xunhuan repeatedly challenge our Protector dignity?"

Voices rose in agreement, like ancient courtiers offering their counsel in the royal court.

The King slowly opened his eyes, his gaze sweeping over everyone.

It was this sweeping glance that made everyone immediately fall silent.

Instantly, the surroundings grew incredibly quiet.

"I’m also deeply saddened by Xun Wanli’s death, but considering Ye Xunhuan is Yun Ting’s grandson-in-law, what can I do?" the King said with a face full of helplessness. "Yun Ting and I are sworn brothers, he is my elder brother. By hierarchy, Ye Xunhuan is my grandson-in-law!"

"Do you want me to kill my own grandson-in-law?"