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Chapter 924 - 896: Yu Manfang’s Determination

Chapter 924: Chapter 896: Yu Manfang’s Determination

The Yu Family’s Enchanted World.

"Crash!!"

A single palm strike shattered a wooden table into countless fragments in an instant.

"Damn it!! Damn it!! Why aren’t you dead yet? Why are you still alive?"

Yu Manfang sat at the head of the family leader’s high seat, his expression so dark it looked as if water could drip from it.

Below him, the Yu family’s juniors were all trembling in fear, not daring to utter a single word.

To the Yu Family, Yu Manfang was akin to the heavens. Especially after his breakthrough into the Earth Level, the Yu Family members were even more certain—this leader was the true pillar of the Yu Family’s strength.

A family could only deter external forces if they had an Earth-level expert among them.

Every Earth-level expert was an incredibly revered existence.

Not to mention, this particular Earth-level expert was their family head.

Now, the entire Yu Family could be said to revolve entirely around Yu Manfang’s will.

Although, by seniority, there were still elders older than Yu Manfang, in his presence, not one dared to utter a peep.

"Family head, please quell your anger!"

At this moment, the only one who dared to approach and advise Yu Manfang was the old steward.

Facing the wrathful Yu Manfang, the old steward spoke cautiously: "Old master, we all understand the fury in your heart. We all share the same desire to end him. However, now is not the time to vent your anger, is it? These are your kinsmen, after all! Shouldn’t we focus on eliminating that person as soon as possible?"

"Yes, exactly!"

"The steward is right!"

Hearing the old steward’s words, the Yu family’s juniors began to chime in, nodding in agreement.

It was only in moments like this that they dared say a few words.

Seeing the cowardly juniors of the Yu Family, Yu Manfang closed his eyes slightly and sighed inwardly.

How he wished that, during his outburst just now, at least one of them would have stood up boldly to contradict him.

But none did.

"The Yu Family nowadays..." A tinge of bitterness surfaced in Yu Manfang’s heart. While Yu Zhe was arrogant and brash, compared to these people, his courage stood in stark contrast.

This was part of the reason why Yu Zhe had been chosen as the heir to the family headship.

Because, while the current Yu Family seemed large and prosperous on the surface, it truly lacked a next generation to rely on!

"Enough. This is indeed not the time for these thoughts." Yu Manfang shook his head silently.

From the moment he descended that cliffside, he had felt something was off.

As for exactly what was strange, he couldn’t pinpoint it. He simply felt that Li Chen’s supposed ’death’ had been far too convenient.

Having personally fought Li Chen, Yu Manfang understood just how formidable and cunning he could be.

Yet during the final battle on Forget River Mountain, he felt as though Li Chen had grown significantly weaker. At the time, he hadn’t overthought it and had assumed Li Chen hadn’t healed completely from prior injuries. But looking back now, it seemed he had been deceived.

"This time, I owe that guy a favor." Yu Manfang’s gaze darkened slightly. "Ready the team. Not too many—just a few elites. We’re heading to Zizhao Market City."

"Yes, family head!"

Hearing Yu Manfang’s order, the crowd promptly nodded. The steward, after answering, quickly left the main hall.

Yu Manfang cast a sweeping glance at those below him and bellowed, "Still standing here? Do you want me to personally see you out?"

"We wouldn’t dare!"

A group of Yu family juniors hurriedly scurried out of the hall, not daring to look back at the scowling Yu Manfang on the high seat.

"A bunch of useless fools!" Watching them leave, Yu Manfang’s expression grew even darker.

Every time he saw those cowards, the more he longed for the days of Yu Zhe.

"If not for you, he wouldn’t have died!" Yu Manfang muttered, his face ominous. His mind conjured the image of a familiar face. "Rest assured, I promised—I’ll send you to accompany my son in death!"

...

"Changfeng, are you ready?"

Early in the morning, after practicing for a while, Li Chen arrived at Ji Changfeng’s door with breakfast in hand. He knocked lightly.

"Ready, Brother Chen, hold on a moment!"

Before long, Ji Changfeng, fully dressed, appeared at the doorway.

"Brother Chen, are we heading out now?" Ji Changfeng looked at Li Chen curiously.

"What, you’re planning to stay here and celebrate the New Year?" Li Chen rolled his eyes, tossing a portion of breakfast to Ji Changfeng.

"...No, let’s go then." Ji Changfeng replied awkwardly.

As they made their way down the marketplace streets again, Li Chen could feel countless gazes on him. Their demeanor towards him had shifted completely.

After all, yesterday he had proven his strength with his actions.

A strong person commands respect wherever they go.

And Li Chen, in their eyes, was undoubtedly a true powerhouse!

"Let’s hurry up and get out of here," Li Chen said impatiently, nudging the still-distracted Ji Changfeng.

"Oh! Alright!"

Hearing Li Chen, Ji Changfeng instinctively quickened his pace.

Before long, the two reached the city’s exit.

Standing near the marketplace’s boundary, Li Chen suddenly turned his head slightly, glancing behind him.

Yet, behind him and Ji Changfeng, there was nothing.

Without another word, Li Chen grabbed Ji Changfeng and strode directly across the barrier of the marketplace.

"Let’s move quickly. Once we’re past that mountain, we’ll pause for a bit," Li Chen said abruptly, glancing at Ji Changfeng beside him.

"Pause? Brother Chen, are you tired?" Ji Changfeng asked curiously.

"Tired?" A faint, cold smirk appeared on Li Chen’s face. "Even if I was truly exhausted, I doubt there’d be any chance for rest."

"Brother Chen, you’re saying..." Ji Changfeng trailed off.

Li Chen shook his head. "We’re being watched."

"Being watched?" Ji Changfeng froze momentarily before looking at Li Chen in surprise. "Brother Chen, you showed such incredible strength yesterday—someone still dares to target us?"

"Strong?" Li Chen shook his head. "In this world, there are still many stronger than me. I’m only slightly better than my opponents, that’s all."

"Come on, Brother Chen, no need to be modest..." Ji Changfeng wanted to say more but was interrupted by Li Chen raising a hand.

"This isn’t about modesty. Human greed is always the most terrifying thing." Tilting his head slightly, Li Chen said, "Look, doesn’t seem like these people think I’m stronger than they are."

"Whoosh—"

A figure appeared behind the two of them at some point.

Mysterious Level Advanced Stage!

"Whoosh—"

Another figure appeared to Li Chen’s left.

Another Mysterious Level Advanced Stage!

At the same time, Li Chen’s perception extended outward, sensing three more individuals converging on their position from different directions.

"Now this is getting interesting," Li Chen said with a grin.