The Rise of Dragon Son-in-Law
Chapter 297 - 288: Kneel down

Chapter 297: Chapter 288: Kneel down

At the banquet, groups of guests were clustered together, chatting and laughing incessantly.

Some were boasting about their achievements in the business world, while women were casually showing off their expensive jewelry.

There were also men and women enjoying flirtatious conversations; perhaps by the end of the evening, some would have a new romantic tale to share in the future.

The myriad of human expressions was vividly on display in this small banquet hall.

Yet none of these sparked Long Chen’s interest.

All Long Chen wanted to know was what Ye Zhiqiu was truly thinking tonight.

Why had she decided to get engaged to Yan Yiqiu?

With endless confusion and unease, Long Chen finally saw the banquet begin, with the male and female leads making their entrance almost simultaneously.

Yan Yiqiu was dressed in a red suit, his handsome features sparking a wave of enthusiastic applause as he appeared.

Undoubtedly, a man like Yan Yiqiu, with his looks and family background, was the ideal lover for many women.

Ye Zhiqiu tonight was breathtakingly beautiful, dressed in a snow-white gown that showcased her perfect figure irresistibly.

And tonight, Zhiqiu’s radiant smile made her shine like a mini sun, dazzling with brilliance.

"The Ye Family’s daughter walking with the Princely Heir looks like a pair of celestial beings indeed."

"Exactly, they’re such a perfect match."

"I originally thought the Ye Family’s daughter might not be worthy of the Princely Heir, but it looks like I was worried over nothing."

People chattered quietly, saying all sorts of things.

However, most agreed that the Princely Heir and Ye Zhiqiu were a well-matched couple.

At this moment, Long Chen’s gaze was fixed solely on Ye Zhiqiu.

He couldn’t understand why Ye Zhiqiu was smiling so happily.

Had Ye Zhiqiu truly fallen out of love with him?

That thought stabbed at Long Chen’s heart, causing a pain as if jabbed by needles.

But Long Chen refrained from any rash actions; he wanted to observe further.

To see how Ye Zhiqiu could possibly forget the promises they had once made.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please quiet down and allow me a few words,"

Just then, Elder Ye appeared.

His appearance, accompanied by Ye Zhiqiu’s parents, hushed the various conversations.

Elder Ye smiled and announced loudly, "Firstly, I sincerely thank everyone who has taken time from their busy schedules to attend the engagement party of my granddaughter, Ye Zhiqiu, and Yan Royal Mansion’s Princely Heir, Yan Yiqiu. I am deeply honored and, in this regard, I offer my gratitude."

After bowing respectfully, Elder Ye continued, "To be honest, when I first heard that Zhiqiu was dating Yiqiu, I wanted to intervene, as I always felt that Zhiqiu might not be worthy of the Heir.

But to my surprise, these two young people managed to overcome countless difficulties and have reached the point of engagement. With that being the case, how can we elders not be happy for them?"

"Congratulations to Princely Heir, congratulations Miss Ye."

"Congratulations, congratulations."

A timely burst of congratulations filled the air.

Elder Ye slightly smiled, about to let a representative from the Yan Royal Mansion speak, when Ye Zhiqiu suddenly raised her hand to interrupt, saying, "Grandfather, I would like to say a few words."

"Uh, this..."

Elder Ye hesitated.

"It’s alright, Grandfather, let her speak."

Yan Yiqiu said with a smile.

"Very well then."

Elder Ye handed the microphone to Ye Zhiqiu.

After taking the microphone, Ye Zhiqiu stepped back quite a distance and didn’t allow anyone to follow her.

Once she confirmed the distance was safe, Ye Zhiqiu began with a smile, "Actually, everything my grandfather said is false. The man of Ye Zhiqiu is meditating in a secluded place unknown to others, and Princely Heir is his enemy. Princely Heir is trying to force his way to get me, to humiliate my man.

Now, they have forced me to wear this luxurious gown as the female lead to attend this engagement party. I couldn’t escape, so I had to come smiling, but I will not submit to fate. I will die smiling, it’s just a pity that my man cannot see me looking so beautiful tonight."

Gasps.

Ye Zhiqiu’s words instantly ignited the entire scene.

No one expected Ye Zhiqiu to make such a shocking statement.

This had a huge impact.

It was a severe blow to the Ye Family and a serious challenge to the dignity of the Yan Royal Mansion.

The faces of Yan Yiqiu and others from the Ye Family and Yan Royal Mansion changed.

"Ye Zhiqiu, stop talking nonsense."

Elder Ye’s face turned pale with anger.

"Elder Ye, this is your remarkable granddaughter? Hmm, that’s really something."

Yan Yiqiu clenched his fists, feeling a sense of anger as if capsizing in a sewer.

Ye Zhiqiu glanced at Yan Yiqiu, disdainfully said, "Do you really think you are worthy? Despicable man, you will never defeat my man.

And I can tell you very seriously, even if I die, I will never let you tarnish my man’s dignity, it’s as simple as that."

"You’re courting death."

Yan Yiqiu was thoroughly enraged.

But just as he was about to make a move, a calm voice rose, "Tonight, whoever dares touch Ye Zhiqiu, I will ensure they do not live, mark my words."

This voice came from a corner.

For a moment, all eyes turned toward that corner.

Long Chen stood up from the corner, holding a glass of wine, and walked towards Ye Zhiqiu step by step.

The crowd, feeling an intense and terrifying aura emanating from this man, instinctively parted to let Long Chen pass.

"Chen Feng."

Ye Zhiqiu was startled at first, then ran towards Long Chen with overwhelming joy.

"Do not act rashly."

Old Master Ye reached out to grab Ye Zhiqiu.

Long Chen slightly shook his wine glass, causing a droplet of wine to fly out and fiercely strike the back of Old Master Ye’s hand.

Old Master Ye winced in pain, quickly retracting his hand, and failed to grab hold of Ye Zhiqiu.

Ye Zhiqiu successfully ran in front of Long Chen and threw herself into his arms.

Holding Ye Zhiqiu, Long Chen gently said, "I thought you had truly changed your heart."

"Some people hoped I would change my heart, but I wouldn’t listen to them. I want them all to know that even if I die, Ye Zhiqiu will absolutely not become their pawn."

Ye Zhiqiu lay in Long Chen’s arms, utterly content.

"With such determination from you, how could I let you down?"

With one hand around Ye Zhiqiu and the other holding a wine glass, Long Chen coldly looked at Yan Yiqiu, "I don’t care who you are, get out of here immediately."

"Long Chen, I didn’t expect you would actually dare to come here. Good, let’s settle both our new and old scores today."

Yan Yiqiu clapped his hands.

At that moment, over a dozen people surged into the surrounding area of the banquet.

All these people were Martial Arts experts.

Yan Yiqiu let out a sinister laugh, "You have already lost your Martial Arts power; perhaps I don’t need to make a move myself, they can trample you under their feet mercilessly."

"If I dared to come alone, did you ever wonder why?"

Long Chen sneered, "I see you really are somewhat foolish."

Yan Yiqiu’s face stiffened, then he bellowed in rage, "Seize him."

"Go."

Over a dozen people immediately charged at Long Chen.

Ye Zhiqiu instinctively wanted to help Long Chen because she felt he had not recovered.

Yet, Long Chen just laughed, flicking his finger lightly on the wine glass.

All the wine in the glass instantly flew out, transforming into numerous tiny swords in the blink of an eye, and struck down all those who had charged over, killing them on the spot.

All the dozen people simultaneously collapsed, devoid of life, yet without a single drop of blood.

Such a splendid method of killing stunned everyone present.

The Ye Family members all had a change of expression.

No one expected that the person they had already deemed useless could now amaze everyone.

"Have you... recovered?"

Yan Yiqiu’s face turned pale with shock, staring fixedly at Long Chen.

Long Chen, too, was staring at Yan Yiqiu, coldly saying, "Thinking of harming my woman? Tired of living?"

"Let’s go."

Yan Yiqiu instantly instructed the elder beside him.

Because he deeply understood—if Long Chen truly had recovered, then fifty Yan Yiqius would still be no match for Long Chen.

"Heir, you go first, I will cover our retreat."

The elder solemnly said.

"Alright."

Yan Yiqiu hurriedly tried to flee.

"You can’t escape."

Holding Ye Zhiqiu, Long Chen flashed and blocked Yan Yiqiu’s path.

Hiss.

Gasps were heard one after another.

"Is that Instantaneous Movement?"

"Damn, am I seeing things?"

"What the hell, this is ridiculous?"

"I must be hallucinating; that’s dozens of meters away."

A series of incredulous voices rose at the scene.

Yan Yiqiu’s legs went weak with fear; Long Chen now seemed even more terrifying than before.

And the elder who always accompanied Yan Yiqiu was too stunned to react, filled with fear.

Because he totally couldn’t guard against an Instant Movements-capable Long Chen.

Long Chen stared at Yan Yiqiu and commanded, "Kneel."

"I...I am the Princely Heir of the Yan Royal Mansion. This is the Imperial City, you...you..."

"I told you, kneel."

Long Chen barked.

Thump.

Overwhelmed by Long Chen’s immense presence, Yan Yiqiu thumped down onto his knees, kneeling in front of Long Chen.

The scene shocked everyone present.

That was the son of Yan King, yet now, he showed no dignity in front of Long Chen, humiliatingly kneeling like a dog.

Looking down at Yan Yiqiu, Long Chen coldly asked, "Did you think that just because you are the Princely Heir of the Yan Royal Mansion, you can act recklessly in this world?"

"No...no, Long Chen, I recognize my mistake."

Yan Yiqiu bowed his head.

Having seen Long Chen slaughter so easily, he was afraid Long Chen would extinguish his life in an instant.

This was the second time in his life that Yan Yiqiu felt his life was in grave danger.

And the first time had been at the Peak of Kunlun!