The Rise of Dragon Son-in-Law
Chapter 226 - 222 Framing and False Accusation

Chapter 226: Chapter 222 Framing and False Accusation

"Hua Senior is right, Long Chen is just a bystander, yet he stepped out at the crucial moment to slander Hua Senior, his intentions are condemnable. I believe that the killer is most likely Long Chen."

Cao Qiu, who ranked seventh on the Martial King List, immediately stood up to support Hua Qingfeng.

Hua Qingfeng glanced at Cao Qiu, a look of satisfaction appearing in his eyes.

With Cao Qiu’s support, Hua Qingfeng was even more confident that he could take control of the Martial Alliance and swallow up Dragon Doctor.

And tonight, was the beginning of the attack.

"Hua Senior and Cao Senior have spoken, I think it’s mostly likely Long Chen."

"I also think so."

"Long Chen, why did you kill Zhan Taidao Senior?"

Many were questioning Long Chen.

Whether they truly believed it or not, at this moment, no one dared to question Cao Qiu and Hua Qingfeng.

Both of these men were Martial Arts Grandmasters, their status extraordinary.

Whoever dared to question them would be held accountable.

Undoubtedly.

Yang Su couldn’t stand it anymore and blurted out, "Hua Senior, Cao Senior, you are both renowned figures in the martial arts community, with esteemed status. Since you both assert that Long Chen is the murderer, may I ask if the two seniors have any evidence?"

"Our words, are they not evidence?"

Hua Qingfeng’s eyes narrowed slightly.

Yang Su shook her head and said, "The seniors must understand that although Long Chen’s Martial Arts Cultivation might not compare to the two of you, in Great Xia, he is also a pivotal figure, not someone whom the two seniors can frame with just a few words.

If the two seniors are convinced that Long Chen is the murderer, please present concrete evidence; otherwise, the two seniors should not make baseless accusations. Your esteemed status is unquestionable, but that does not mean that you can determine the guilt of whomever you wish."

"Young lady, sharp-tongued indeed. If I remember correctly, you’re a member of the Yang Family, aren’t you? Your grandfather, Yang Shenhuai, followed me when he was young. How come your generation seems to have no reverence for me at all?"

Hua Qingfeng looked at Yang Su with a smile that was not quite a smile.

Yang Su replied, "Respect and blind faith are two different things. I am also saying this for your own good, Senior. If you rashly determine Long Chen to be the murderer and carry out punishment, and later the real culprit is found, you will have wronged a good person, and then, people will inevitably lose respect for you."

Upon hearing this, Hua Qingfeng’s brow furrowed.

He wasn’t afraid of outsiders questioning him, but he was worried that some hypocrites within might seize the opportunity to make a big fuss, which was indeed a significant hidden danger that must not be ignored.

"Young lady, your words do hold some truth; indeed, we must not wrong a good person. Of course, we also cannot let a bad person go free; therefore, this matter will be thoroughly investigated later."

Hua Qingfeng said gravely.

"Good."

Yang Su nodded indifferently.

Long Chen looked at Yang Su, deeply moved that she would confront Cao Qiu and Hua Qingfeng, two great grandmasters, face to face for his sake.

"I say, Mr. Long, you let a woman speak for you, can’t you speak for yourself?"

Cao Qiu stared at Long Chen, his eyebrows furrowed tightly. "If you have been wronged, you should clear your own name. Surely you haven’t always relied on women, have you? I’ve heard that the Director of Dragon Doctor is also a great beauty. Indeed, if one is good looking, they seem to be able to do whatever they please."

"Are you just ugly, jealous of others who are handsome? Understandable, I really sympathize with you.

But Cao Senior, plastic surgery has become quite advanced nowadays, you could have surgery to look like me. If you don’t have the money, I could lend you some, money is the last thing I’m short of."

Long Chen said with a faint smile.

There was a stir among the crowd.

Nobody expected that Long Chen would dare to directly confront Cao Qiu.

Cao Qiu stared dead at Long Chen, a hint of murderous intent in his eyes, "You little brat, have you grown tired of living? Don’t think that just because you have the Dragon Doctor, I wouldn’t dare to touch you. A martial arts expert can kill you easily."

As he spoke, Cao Qiu released his aura, pressing towards Long Chen.

He thought that with his powerful aura, he could make Long Chen shiver in fear.

But Long Chen stood tall and still, as steady as Mount Tai, and said lightly, "A rich man would probably find it easy to kill you, too. You’re only seventh on the Martial King List. Do you really think you’re invincible? Old Cao, it’s better to keep a low profile. Don’t be too arrogant."

"You’re courting death."

Fuming, Cao Qiu swung his palm towards Long Chen.

Yang Su’s face changed, and he reached out to block it.

But Long Chen, quick on his feet, pulled Yang Su back two steps.

What looked like a simple two steps was just enough to dodge Cao Qiu’s palm strike.

With his palm strike missing, Cao Qiu immediately swept his leg out, his True Qi surging.

Holding Yang Su’s slender waist, Long Chen sidestepped two more times, once again easily avoiding the attack.

Having missed twice, Cao Qiu’s face started to look a bit red.

Just as he was about to continue his assault, Hua Qingfeng stopped him.

"Old Cao, you were just trying to test this young man’s martial arts cultivation, right? Haha, no need, in the future, we may all be friends," Hua Qingfeng said with a laugh.

Cao Qiu quickly realized that Hua Qingfeng was giving him a way out.

Taking a deep breath, he suppressed the urge to make a scene and said with a forced smile, "Mr. Long’s martial arts cultivation might not be inferior to mine. It seems that people have underestimated Mr. Long."

"Not at all," Long Chen said with a smile. "I’m actually very weak. It’s just that your martial arts cultivation isn’t that great, Old Cao. The path of martial arts is like rowing against the current; if you don’t advance, you’ll fall behind. You should practice diligently and not neglect your cultivation for worldly wealth—it’s not worth it. Look at your age, what’s the use of having so much wealth? The money of this world does not circulate in the Underworld."

"What did you say?"

Cao Qiu was grinding his teeth.

"Literally."

Long Chen was extremely calm.

He was sure Cao Qiu wouldn’t dare to make another move.

Even if Cao Qiu, in a fit of rage, wanted to fight to the death, Long Chen wouldn’t mind. Killing Cao Qiu to set an example, to let these fools know that he, Long Chen, was not one to be trifled with.

"Long Chen, as a mere spectator, you’re now free to leave. With Elder Zhan Tai’s inexplicable death, we need to discuss internally and pursue the murderer. You are not suitable to be here. Please leave," Hua Qingfeng issued the order to leave.

Stretching his body, Long Chen said indifferently, "Since we’re not welcome, then we’ll leave. Susu, let’s go."

"Okay."

Susu nodded obediently.

Yang Shenhuai and Yang Ji also stood up and followed them out.

They were all clear that with the friction between Susu, Long Chen, Hua Qingfeng, and Cao Qiu, their stance was now clear; there was no need to pretend anymore.

The group quickly left the Divine Wind Hotel and hurried back to the Yang Family.

"Long Chen, today’s events are not simple. Hua Qingfeng will inevitably think of various ways to pin Zhan Taidao’s death on you. He’s about to assume the position of Alliance Hierarch; he can’t afford to leave such a stain on his record," Yang Shenhuai said seriously.

"Don’t worry," Long Chen whispered back. "The innocent have nothing to hide. His framing and entrapment can only win in the short term, not for a lifetime. One day, when he dies, the truth will naturally surface, because anyone with sense knows how Zhan Taidao died. Right now, those people are either intimidated by Hua Qingfeng or driven by their own interests, blindly flattering and currying favor."