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Beneath the castle, there was a cheer from tens of thousands of people.

Among the crowd, a large number of security personnel were dispersed.

This day’s security was the most stringent ever for the Rothschild family, with a large contingent of mercenaries brought in from overseas to guard every intersection, dock, and airport on the island.

Amid the enthusiastic applause of the jubilant crowd, Ye Chen, dressed in a sharp suit, slowly made his way to the stage.

At that moment, the cheering below ceased abruptly.

Some recognized Ye Chen, for he had left a deep impression on Leisure City, only to fade from people’s sight in recent days.

There were rumors circulating in Leisure City that Ye Chen had died—a deceit spread by Shen Haotian.

Many actually believed Ye Chen was dead.

However, when Ye Chen reappeared before everyone, all at once, the crowd erupted into cheers.

“He…

he’s Ye Chen, why are you all so excited?” Tang Yan, completely unaware of the matters concerning the Luo Sijue family heir, was as clueless as some people in China who paid no attention to the news or their national leaders.

Faced with this sudden turn of events, she was utterly perplexed and hastily grasped the arm of an older person to inquire, “Who…

who exactly is Ye Chen?”

“Ye Chen, well, he…

he’s the heir to the Rothschild family!” The middle-aged man smiled faintly and said, “Maybe, by tonight, he will become the Clan Leader of the Rothschild family!”

“Ah!” Tang Yan was astounded and exclaimed, “Good heavens, he is actually the Clan Leader!”

Watching Ye Chen receiving adoration from thousands, Tang Yan felt a pang of heartache and realized that Ye Chen was about to become the new Clan Leader of the Luo Sijue family.

This identity cast her into an abyss of no return.

Lowering her head, Tang Yan turned to leave at that moment, finding her heart suddenly in immense pain.

As she was leaving, Tang Yan looked back at Ye Chen.

Maybe the story of Cinderella and Prince Charming only existed in fairy tales and could never happen in real life.

Inhaling deeply, Tang Yan said to herself, “Tang Yan, you must be strong.

He was nothing but a dream to you.”

At that moment, a pair of gentle hands rested on her shoulders, and as Tang Yan turned her head, tears fell.

She threw herself into the arms of the person behind her and cried, “Aunt Yun, can Cinderella never really be with her Prince Charming?”

“Silly girl, if your Prince Charming doesn’t know what’s in Cinderella’s heart, how can he come looking for you?” Aunt Yun smiled softly and said, “You should bravely express your feelings.

Regardless of success or failure, you won’t have regrets, will you?”

“Yes!” Tang Yan nodded and said, “Thank you, Aunt Yun.

I will definitely tell Ye Chen about my feelings!”

“That’s good to hear!” Aunt Yun nodded in approval.

By this time, Ye Chen had already approached the podium, his face beaming.

His sharp eyes swept over the crowd, and he declared, “People of Leisure City, believers of the Rothschild family, I, Ye Chen, will surely uphold the family’s principles and take on the mission to revitalize our lineage.”

Rustling sounds…

A wave of eager applause swept across the crowd below.

Everyone rejoiced and cheered.

Tang Yan clapped forcefully, with tears and smiles mingling.

She gazed at Ye Chen on the stage, imagining herself standing beside him, basking in the spotlight.

Tang Yan believed that Ye Chen would definitely accept her and come to like her.

“After the decision of the Clan Leader and the Elder Council, Ye Chen is confirmed as the heir to the next Clan Leader!” The Clan Leader raised the scepter high.

Just when everyone was prepared to cheer, suddenly a cold voice cut through, “I disagree!”

Li Jie, along with a group of black-clothed men, surged from all around the castle.

Li Jie himself, with several others, rushed to the top of the castle, seizing control of all the elders.

Faced with this abrupt change, everyone was stunned, and a terrifying thought surfaced in the minds of tens of thousands: Li Jie was staging a coup!

The Clan Leader looked coldly at Li Jie, who was approaching, and snorted, “Li Jie, what do you think you’re doing?”

“What do I want to do?” Li Jie snorted coldly and said, “Ye Chen has been dead for so many years.

Why do you still come up with a fake Ye Chen?

Did you really think you could deceive everyone with this trick?”

Whoosh…

A commotion rippled through the crowd below.

Ye Chen was an imposter?

Everyone’s eyes revealed an expression of disbelief.

How could the living, breathing Ye Chen in front of them be a fake?

Suddenly, someone in the crowd shouted, “Down with the fake Ye Chen!”

“Down with the fake Ye Chen!” Scattered voices began to echo the chant, these were people Shen Haotian had planted in the crowd to stir up trouble deliberately.

Some people who were unaware of the truth also began shouting.

At this point, the bodyguards in the crowd immediately sprang into action.

Li Jie had already ordered the castle gates to be sealed, and the bodyguards at the gate had been bought off by Li Jie.

His plan this time was seamless.

Seizing the opportunity, he intended to use the confusion over the real and fake Ye Chen to distract the residents of Leisure City and then take advantage of the situation to overthrow Ye Chen and take the seat of the Clan Leader for himself.

As a result, not only would he not breach his agreement with Shen Haotian, but he would also come to control the endless wealth of the Luo Sijue family.

As for Yun Qi, he could get her from Shen Haotian anytime.

“Clan Leader, elders, as long as you allow me to succeed the position smoothly, I guarantee not to harm a single hair on your heads!” Li Jie’s voice was cold as he looked at the crowd.

“Li Jie, you dare to betray your superiors; your crime deserves death!” The Clan Leader glared at Li Jie with icy eyes.

“Ha ha…” Li Jie suddenly burst into a ghoulish laugh, saying, “You old codger, do you think you can rule the world with a scepter in hand?

Let me tell you, you are old.

It’s time to step down!”

With that, Li Jie made a swift move forward, intending to snatch the scepter from the Clan Leader’s hand.

However, just as Li Jie was about to reach the Clan Leader, a shadow flashed by.

Li Jie suddenly felt a tightness in his chest, a massive force sent him flying.

Spitting blood…

Li Jie immediately vomited blood, then fell heavily to the ground.

Two black-clothed men rushed up behind him, standing guard in front of Li Jie as if fearing Ye Chen would strike again.

However, after the heavy strike, Ye Chen did not immediately pursue but stood coldly in his place, saying, “Some ants also dare to leap about.”

“Damn it!” Li Jie cursed through gritted teeth, slowly rising from the ground.

“Hmph!” Ye Chen looked icily at Li Jie as a chillingly sharp Dagger slid out from his sleeve.

Below the castle, the crowd was in shock while Tang Yan clasped her flushed lips, her eyes filled with sheer terror.

She prayed anxiously in her heart, hoping Ye Chen would be alright and defeat this group of scoundrels.

Li Jie wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, then said coldly, “Ye Chen, don’t be arrogant.

I’m telling you, the north of the city is completely surrounded.

Today will be your funeral!”

Having said this, Li Jie waved his hand, and more than a dozen black-clothed men immediately surrounded Ye Chen, the Clan Leader, and members of the Elder Council.

Family feuds were common among the powerful, especially during the transfer of power at the peak.

And tonight was destined to be an unforgettable day in the history of the Luo Sijue family.

The Clan Leader chuckled disdainfully, saying, “Li Jie, are you truly blind to reason?

Do you not realize this is a capital offense?!”

“Whether it’s a capital offense is not for you to decide!” Li Jie sneered coldly, continuing, “Now you are nothing but old bones; do you really think you are still the man you once were?”

“Hmph!” The Clan Leader snorted coldly.

The old steward who had been silent behind the Clan Leader spoke up, and although he had been quiet, Ye Chen knew that the truly powerful individual was not the Clan Leader himself, but this ever-silent old steward.

The Clan Leader, with a wry smile, said, “Jin Xi, everything depends on you today!”

“Clan Leader, rest assured!” At this time, the old steward leisurely stepped forward from behind the Clan Leader.

His bent figure suddenly straightened up, exuding a majestic presence.

A powerful aura emanated from Jin Xi.

Li Jie was shocked, exclaiming, “This…

this…

a superpower user!”

“Hmph, now that you know it, it’s a bit late!” The Clan Leader said with a cold smile.

“Ha ha…

You think I’m afraid?” Li Jie scoffed, “Superpower users are not as terrifying as you imagine.

Come on, brothers, attack!”

More than ten people lunged forward.

It seemed that everyone turned their attention towards Jin Xi, the old steward.

As they all rushed at him, a massive force repelled them all back as if they hit an invisible wall.

Li Jie paused, immediately drawing a handgun and firing wildly at Jin Xi.

The bullets were undoubtedly deflected.

Ye Chen understood this was an Inner Qi Technique, a form of Inner Strength from China.

Sustained use of this power could lead to organ failure.

Ye Chen looked over at the old steward and, indeed, saw the steward’s complexion growing paler.

Without hesitation, Ye Chen drew his Dagger and flicked it towards Li Jie’s wrist.

The Dagger flew straight as an arrow from Xiao Li’s hand, striking its mark and piercing Li Jie’s wrist.

Pain shot through Li Jie as he looked up at Ye Chen with a malicious glint in his eyes.

Ye Chen replied with a cold smile, “Don’t you think persecuting an old man goes against your conscience?”

“Damn it!” Li Jie swore, shouting again, “Shoot to kill, no need to capture alive!”