Chapter 1728: Chapter 1729: Reorganizing the Sword God Association
"Family Head, be careful!" everyone exclaimed.
Zhao Xunjian waved his hand, refusing the insincere support from everyone. Exhausted in both body and mind, he sat on the redwood chair, gritting his teeth and sighing, "The destruction of the Holy Mansion and the deaths in battle have severely damaged the Zhao Family, it’s a deep wound!"
Everyone remained silent.
The loss suffered by the Zhao Family this time, who present could fail to understand the severity of it?
Zhao Zongsheng’s death on the battlefield was a small matter, but the loss of face for the Zhao Family was enormous.
Do not forget, Zhao Xunjian’s only son, who was supposed to inherit the position of Family Head of the Zhao Family, and perhaps even the supreme seat of Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch, is gone!
And as for the Holy Mansion!
For centuries, the martial arts community had a rule of not interfering too much with the mortal world, leading to the Zhao Family’s actions in the mortal world entirely relying on the Holy Mansion.
Now that the Holy Mansion has collapsed, what does it represent for the Zhao Family?
It’s equivalent to losing an arm!
Without the Holy Mansion, even the Zhao Family cannot overly interfere in the mortal world. Under such circumstances, how will they obtain the treasures hidden within the Li Family?
If the Zhao Family is like a snake with a vulnerable spot, then this battle has undoubtedly struck the Zhao Family’s weakness mercilessly, targeting it precisely!
A moment of silence.
The Third Elder deeply observed Zhao Zongsheng’s body and spoke with a heavy tone: "Even though the Young Master is a top-notch expert in the martial arts world, the sword wound on his neck signifies a deadly blow—Ye Xuan’s skills are indeed dangerous!"
The Great Elder nodded, "That boy is young, yet possesses such skills. If given time, his future will be unimaginable!"
Zhao Xunjian closed his eyes in fatigue.
How could he not recognize that Ye Xuan’s strength had astonishingly grown again compared to not long ago?
But with the Martial Arts Assembly imminent, he needed to consolidate the strength of the Qi Gong Masters.
"Endure, endure!"
Zhao Xunjian pulled a corner of his mouth, inwardly roaring, "Only a month remains. When I truly take control of the martial arts world, Ye Xuan, you will have nowhere to run!
I don’t believe you can elevate your strength once again within a month!"
...
The icy wind felt bone-chilling, the air condensed into frost!
After the decisive battle at the Holy Mansion, Ye Xuan lingered for three more days in this city. Early today, he finally arrived at the international airport, officially embarking on the journey home.
During these three days, Ye Xuan continued the revelry with the Divine Weapons of Purgatory, celebrating the victory of this battle.
Meanwhile, Ye Lang, utilizing the computers at the Holy Mansion’s headquarters, located the branches scattered worldwide.
Until last night, Ye Lang completely confirmed all information regarding the Holy Mansion’s branches, and Ye Xuan immediately set out an extermination plan, deploying hundreds of Purgatory’s Divine Weapons for an overnight operation.
Determined to completely eradicate!
Indeed, this appeared somewhat cruel and heartless, yet it was unavoidable.
If it were any other ordinary force, Ye Xuan might have let it go, but not the Holy Mansion.
This force was far too mysterious and dangerous. Who could say if sparing them might lead to a quick revival, spreading like wildfire?
One must know, behind them stood the Martial Arts’ Zhao Family!
If temporary benevolence resulted in all efforts being in vain and starting over again, it would be truly regrettable and not a mistake Ye Xuan would make.
Thus, when appearing at the airport once more, only the Chiba Sakurako siblings remained with Ye Xuan.
Chi Lian, Ye Lang, and Xiong Shan, as the leading figures in exterminating the remnants of the Holy Mansion, naturally needed some time before returning to Yan Country.
As for the Snake Lord, accustomed to acting alone, he had already left on the day the battle ceased.
Regarding Ye Xiaoying...
"Sigh!"
Thinking of that girl, Ye Xuan couldn’t help but sigh, feeling quite helpless.
The Snake Lord, acting independently, at least informed Ye Xuan when leaving. Ye Xiaoying, however, vanished without a word, unnoticed. Ye Xuan searched for her extensively, only to learn through a phone call that she had already reached Yan Country.
Recalling the past years, despite each having their own downfalls, the two shared innocent bouts of playful banter, those days filled with joy...
Ye Xuan couldn’t help but smile bitterly.
Things have changed, people have changed.
"Brother Ye, it’s time to board!"
Chiba Sakurako’s gentle reminder came.
Ye Xuan snapped out of his memories, giving a gentle smile: "Alright, let’s go home."
The three of them boarded the international flight direct to Yan Country.
First class.
Ye Xuan sat quietly on the comfortable sofa, waiting for the plane to take off.
Chiba Sakurako busied herself with stowing away their luggage, her graceful figure drawing captivating admiration.
Too alluring, too enticing!
Since being convinced by Ye Xuan to go shopping, Chiba Sakurako now seldom wore Northern Federation kimonos unless specifically requested by Ye Xuan.
At the moment, she wore a tight-fitting, hip-hugging dress, accentuating her figure as she lifted and placed the luggage, causing the snug dress to wrinkle slightly, revealing a pair of smooth, supple, pale legs that was truly enticing.
"Too damn enticing for crime!"
Ye Xuan pulled at the corner of his mouth, contemplating buying Chiba Sakurako more clothes. While some seduction was acceptable, it shouldn’t be so tempting!
Chiba Sakurako leisurely finished arranging the luggage and then sat closely next to Ye Xuan, softly asking, "Brother Ye, do you need anything?"
"Not for now. If I get tired later, I’ll just rest on your lap." Ye Xuan replied with a smile.
Chiba Sakurako nodded obediently: "Okay."
Even though Chiba Sakurako felt this was a normal and appropriate thing for her to accept as a personal maid, she still couldn’t help but blush a little.
Ye Xuan glanced at Chiba Sakurako, smiled without saying anything, then looked at Chiba Kenichi sitting opposite: "Kid, now that the Holy Mansion is no more, you’ve avenged your father. What are your plans next?"
"I..."
Chiba Kenichi heard this and momentarily seemed lost, bowing his head as if suddenly unsure of his path in life.
Chiba Sakurako’s beautiful eyes lowered, felt a bit disappointed.
She knew who she was, that was already a predetermined fact, but she didn’t wish her brother to be like her, with no direction in life or aspirations.
"I will continue to follow Mr. Ye Xuan!"
At this moment, Chiba Kenichi suddenly shouted, with eyes blazing, looking at Ye Xuan: "I will continue to grow stronger, I will strive, I want to inherit my father’s will, and one day, regroup the Sword God Association!"
Chiba Sakurako was astonished, staring at Chiba Kenichi, seeming to gain a new understanding of the young man before her.
However, Ye Xuan wasn’t surprised, and immediately smiled while nodding, "Good, since you have that intent, continue to follow me. After returning to Yan Country, I will train you in a harsher manner, be mentally prepared."
"I’m ready!" Chiba Kenichi declared firmly, "I will become a man like my father!"
"No."
Ye Xuan shook his head, looking at Chiba Kenichi with certainty: "You will become a man better than your father."
Chiba Kenichi clenched his fists tightly, his eyes full of determined fire.
If the words Sword God embodies a form of will.
In fact, when Chiba Kenichi knelt and acknowledged Ye Xuan as his master, he had already inherited this great will.