Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 499 - 499 0344 Now Theyve Realized His Mistake_2

Chapter 499: Chapter 0344: Now They’ve Realized His Mistake_2 Chapter 499: Chapter 0344: Now They’ve Realized His Mistake_2 Xia Haiqing carelessly threw the bloody flesh from his hand to the ground, his expression cold and ruthless, he said, “This is just a lesson for you, dare to disrespect the Crown Prince again, and I will not be so polite.”

“Xia Haiqing, your tactics are so brutal.” Luo Xia scolded furiously.

He had every reason to be angry. On one hand, Xiao Ge was indeed severely affected, but more importantly, Xia Haiqing’s action broke a tacit understanding that had always been held in Great Zhao – the secular government represented by the imperial power would never forcefully make the three National Master Manors bow down, but would instead give them corresponding courtesy and favor.

This was easy to understand. The royal family of Great Zhao itself lacked cultivation strength, therefore they had to rely on the three National Master Manors, providing them with extraordinary courtesy. It was not only a helpless situation arising from the lack of strength, but also a practical need. But now, Xia Haiqing has torn this agreement, intending to use raw power to force Xiao Ge and the others to bow to the imperial power. How could Luo Xia and the others not be angry about this?

“What, can’t accept it? Then you can try.” Xia Haiqing coldly looked at Luo Xia. He dared to be strong, naturally not only because of him, but also derived from the directions given by the higher authorities. He was equally in agreement with the minister of edict, Wang Xin, and the superintendent, Wang Zhenliang.

“Let it be, are you afraid?” Luo Xia was not a gentleman. Xiao Ge was injured, he was sympathetic, and naturally thought of fighting for Xiao Ge’s justice, to retrieve the dignity of the Imperial Master Mansion.

Just as Luo Xia was about to charge out, Qi Tian hurriedly held Luo Xia back.

Luo Xia might not have a correct self-judgment, but Qi Tian would never be wrong. Xiao Ge was not Xia Haiqing’s opponent. Luo Xia, who was weaker than Xiao Ge, was even less likely to be a match for Xia Haiqing.

“Qi Tian, why are you holding me back? Are you scared?” Luo Xia glared furiously at Qi Tian and questioned him.

“Hahaha.” Xia Haiqing laughed out loud, “What’s shameful about being afraid? If you’re weaker, you need to be aware of keeping a low profile. Luo Xia, from your age, it seems like you’ve lived a dog’s life, even the most basic things like keeping a low profile, you need a child to teach you.”

Luo Xia felt that he was about to explode in anger, he shouted, “Qi Tian, let me go. If you want to keep a low profile, then go ahead, even if I die in a battle, I won’t be a coward.”

Qi Tian smiled faintly and said, “Master, isn’t there a saying? If the master is in trouble, the apprentice should help. Although we’re not master and apprentice, you’re the Master, and I’m a member of the Sky Eagle Hall. In this situation, what you should do is secure the rear, watch me charge forward. When I cannot go on, you can then step in. I haven’t done anything yet, and you’re already making noises. Those who know would say you care for me, those who don’t would think I’m misbehaving.”

While Qi Tian was speaking, he took out a porcelain bottle and handed it to Hao Wenxi, saying, “Master Hao, could you please take the elixir from this bottle and give it to Elder Xiao. And, please be careful.”

“Qi Tian, be careful.” Probably the most level-headed among the three of them, Hao Wenxi, had noticed for some unknown reason that Xia Haiqing’s strength had suddenly surged a great deal. This was why he could defeat Xiao Ge in one move. If even Xiao Ge was no match for Xia Haiqing, how could Qi Tian, who only had the seventh level of Foundation Establishment, possibly be Xia Haiqing’s opponent? However, at this moment, other than advising Qi Tian to be careful, there was really not much else she could do.

Qi Tian let go of Luo Xia’s hand and walked emotionlessly towards Xia Haiqing.

Xia Haiqing did not believe at all that Qi Tian dared to make a move on him. He was the Ten Thousand Households Officer of the Royal Guard Army and held significant power. Now, he was even more of a protector with the strength of a Half-step Golden Core, which was strong enough to defeat Xiao Ge. Qi Tian would only dare to confront him if he had gone mad.

“Qi Tian, I know you’re a capable man, and I hope you’re also a man who knows the overall situation and understands current affairs. The Crown Prince is now regent and desperate for talent. If you’re willing to join the Crown Prince, you’ll definitely be heavily utilized by him.” Xia Haiqing watched as Qi Tian approached him and started trying to bring him over to his side.

“Want to recruit me? Are you sure your master is awake?” A mock smile appeared on Qi Tian’s face.

Xia Haiqing was furious. In his eyes, the Crown Prince was the most suitable choice to succeed Emperor Tian Rui’s throne, the Child of Heavenly Selection, and the future emperor who could definitely lead Great Zhao to a more glorious future. Qi Tian’s attitude was undoubtedly disrespectful to the Crown Prince.

“Looking for death.”

Xia Haiqing folded his hand into a claw once again, his hand still stained with Xiao Ge’s blood, lunging towards Qi Tian.

Qi Tian had no good feelings for Xia Haiqing. People like him were nothing more than the Crown Prince’s lapdog, ready to turn a blind eye to the lives of others just to curry favor with the Crown Prince. If Xia Haiqing had turned his blade against someone else, Qi Tian wouldn’t have bothered to intervene. But Xia Haiqing chose to target, and seriously injured Xiao Ge at, the Imperial Master Mansion, a scenario that Qi Tian absolutely could not accept.

Qi Tian’s face turned serious, and with a wave of his hand, he struck a punch towards Xia Haiqing.

A hint of cold smirk appeared on Xia Haiqing’s lips. Xiao Ge, despite being at the ninth level of Foundation Establishment, was helpless against him. Did this young man, Qi Tian, truly believe he was stronger than Xiao Ge?

However, Xia Haiqing quickly realized that he was wrong. Qi Tian’s fists were too fast, and he couldn’t dodge them at all. The previous scene where he perfectly evaded Xiao Ge’s palm strike and allowed it to hit his armor couldn’t possibly repeat itself.

Bang…

Instantly, Xia Haiqing’s Eagle Claw collided harshly with Qi Tian’s Eight Desolate Demon Tiger Fist.

In an instant, Xia Haiqing’s palm and arm shattered, like noodles colliding with a rock, even the shimmering runes on his armor couldn’t resist the unstoppable force of Qi Tian’s Eight Desolate Demon Tiger Fist.

After crippling Xia Haiqing’s arm, Qi Tian’s punch didn’t lose momentum, it landed onto Xia Haiqing’s chest. With a bang, Xia Haiqing was sent flying like a piece of torn cloth, laying motionless on the ground with a muffled thud.

“You, you dared to kill Xia Wanhuhu, you are rebelling. I’ll capture you!” Wang Zhenliang rushed forward like a specter. His strength was even higher than Xia Haiqing’s, moreover, he was the Crown Prince’s confidant, a witness to the Crown Prince’s growth. Everyone in Great Zhao knew about his relationship with the Crown Prince. Who would dare offend him?

Wang Zhenliang practiced a claw technique too, but unlike Xia Haiqing who emphasized strength, Wang Zhenliang prioritized speed. His claw technique exuded a sense of eeriness and gloom, more like the claws of a malicious ghost than like eagle claws.

Qi Tian didn’t regard Wang Zhenliang’s identity at all. He didn’t harbor any foolish loyalty; if anyone wanted to kill him, they had to ask if he agreed. He gauged Wang Zhenliang, tightened his fist, and threw out a punch.

Bang…

Wang Zhenliang’s situation wasn’t much better than Xia Haiqing’s, being hit by Qi Tian’s punch and spitting blood, he fell to the ground, not daring to move.

“Dead, they’re all dead.” Wang Xin, looking at the motionless Xia Haiqing and Wang Zhenliang on the ground, was so scared that his knees went soft. They brought many guards this time, but none of them dared to move seeing how ruthless Qi Tian was.

Qi Tian walked up to Wang Xin, gave a smile and said, “Mr. Wang, long time no see.”

“Qi…Qi…” Wang Xin was so scared he couldn’t even speak.

Wang Xin’s reaction disappointed Qi Tian. When he saw Wang Xin last time, Wang Xin acted high and mighty, with the demeanor of the Vice-Minister of Taichang Temple, putting pressure on many people from the Imperial Master Mansion, making them not dare to breathe heavily. As for Qi Tian, he wanted him to do something he simply ordered him to do without considering whether it was appropriate. Qi Tian assumed that Wang Xin would behave in the same way under any circumstances, thus he still respected Wang Xin as a person. But now, he realized that he was mistaken, Wang Xin was a man who bullied the weak and feared the strong,