Urban Invincible Overlord

Two days later, in the evening, at the Yan Family in Provincial City.

In the Yan Family's living room, Yan Cheng himself was entertaining several guests.

Wang Xiongying, Tong Jianzhou, and a middle-aged man who looked quite similar to Xu Xinghai were all sitting across the coffee table, drinking tea personally brewed by Yan Cheng.

Tong Jianzhou, the youngest and most impatient among them, put down his tea cup and asked Yan Cheng, "Mr. Yan, just speak plainly. What is the reason for calling me here today?"

Yan Cheng glanced at him and chuckled, "Young Master Tong, don't be anxious. The reason I've called you here today is definitely for something good."

Upon hearing this, a smile appeared on Tong Jianzhou's face, and he said with clasped hands, "Although things didn't go as planned a few days ago, I still thank all the seniors for their help."

Wang Xiongying snorted and said, "If it weren't for that person's identity, my Wang Family would have long since torn that young man to pieces."

Yan Cheng replied, "Mr. Wang, please be patient, the opportunity has now arisen."

At these words, Wang Xiongying nodded and stated, "This time we must make sure that the young man has no place to be buried, and there absolutely can be no further mistakes."

The middle-aged man, who had been silent and bore a resemblance to Xu Xinghai, spoke with a sinister gaze, "How much longer before Yan Zhongshan can leave seclusion?"

Yan Cheng felt somewhat uncomfortable with the man addressing his father by name, but thinking of the man's identity and strength, he let it go, saying, "He will come out of seclusion by tomorrow."

The man nodded, "With his personal intervention, there should be no room for failure."

Wang Xiongying declared, "That woman is already not in Binhai, so even if there is an accident, we have contingency measures. We either do not proceed with this or ensure that this young man never has the opportunity to turn things around again."

Yan Cheng said, "If it weren't for our ignorance of Miss Qin's true identity last time, causing the kidnapper to mistakenly take her as well, that Yang Fei would have died at the top of Yun Mountain. That young man might have some skills, being capable of killing Situ Xian, but after all, he's still too young. At best, he has the cultivation of the Energy Transformation Realm Lower Three Grades, and my father, upon his return from seclusion, will be at the fifth grade, killing that young man would be as easy as flipping a hand."

The middle-aged man's name was Xu Chou, he was Xu Xinghai's father.

When his son went missing for several days, he went out searching for him and after inquiring around, he learned that his son had been at the Situ family and planned with Situ Xian to deal with Xu Xingzhou and Yang Fei. What he didn't expect was for Yang Fei to kill his son.

Xu Chou was furious and was ready to personally seek revenge for his beloved son, but Yan Cheng stopped him, revealing that Yang Fei had powerful backup.

Although Xu Chou was desperate for vengeance, the Qin Family was not to be trifled with, and given the Xu Family's special status, he dared not act rashly. He could only conspire with the Wang and Yan families, waiting for an opportune moment.

Now, hearing that Yan Zhongshan would be at the fifth-grade Energy Transformation Realm upon his return, Xu Chou couldn't help but be moved and said, "I didn't expect Brother Zhongshan to have broken through to the Energy Transformation Fifth Grade, truly remarkable."

Wang Xiongying also showed a trace of awe and respect in his expression, nodding, "Elder Yan is indeed extraordinary."

Yan Cheng chuckled, showing a trace of pride on his face.

The seventh rank of Energy Transformation could be called a Grandmaster, and although his father entered the Energy Transformation Realm in his sixties, he was different from the majority of martial artists—belonging to the kind that had substantial potential growth.

Over the past decade and more, his father had continuously broken through several grades, from the first grade Energy Transformation all the way to fifth grade, a pace rarely seen in the Martial World.

Tong Jianzhou, being a martial artist himself, also felt moved upon hearing that Yan Zhongshan would step into the Energy Transformation Fifth Grade, but he wasn't too surprised. After all, in the Tong Family, his Third Grandpa was a peak Energy Transformation powerhouse.

"Senior Elders, from what you're implying, once Elder Zhongshan leaves seclusion, he will personally take care of that young man?" Tong Jianzhou finally caught on and asked.

The three men nodded.

Wang Xiongying clarified, "Since this young man has support, we can no longer resort to underhanded tactics. However, if we challenge him openly and directly, I believe this hot-headed youth, unable to withstand verbal provocation, will agree to fight on the Life and Death Platform."

Tong Jianzhou's eyes lit up, "The Life and Death Platform?"

"Correct. Once he steps onto the Life and Death Platform, no matter how powerful his backing is, if he dies, no blame can fall upon us," Xu Chou affirmed.

Wang Xiongying confidently stated, "Moreover, once the young man is dead, he holds no value, and the Qin Family will not break the rules for a dead person. Besides, we have the Second Young Master Zhang covering for us, and it's said that even within the Qin Family, many would like to see that boy dead."

Tong Jianzhou laughed heartily, "Excellent, this is fantastic. That young man thought that having a bit of skill and a backing would put him above everyone else, even looking down on me. I'll see how he dies this time."

Wang Xiongying said, "Although there won't be any mistakes with Elder Yan Zhongshan making a move, to ensure nothing goes wrong, we still need to make further arrangements."

Xu Chou waved his hand grandly and said, "What other arrangements are necessary? I will personally go to watch the fight. If that kid gets killed, so be it, but if he happens to survive by luck, I won't let him leave the Life and Death Platform alive."

Yan Cheng's face showed some displeasure as he spoke, "Although that kid is formidable, at best he's just entered the Energy Transformation Realm. With my father personally taking action, how could he possibly survive?"

"Hehe, indeed, there's no doubt about Elder Yan's strength."

"Mm, that kid is bound to die without question."

"For now, let's discuss how to get that kid to agree to fight on the Life and Death Platform."

Tong Jianzhou, upon hearing this, laughed and said, "That's easy. I'll provoke him a few times, and that will do the trick."

"Correct, young people can't stand being ridiculed. With Young Master Tong personally provoking him, he will surely take the bait."

"It's settled then."

…

Xuanzhen Temple.

Tong Yan and his older brother, Tong Hai, were sitting opposite each other, drinking tea and watching the stars.

"Big brother, you seem to have something on your mind these past few days," Tong Yan put down his teacup and said.

Tong Hai paused for a moment, then shook his head with a wry smile, "I thought I could find peace, but I still can't escape worldly affairs."

A flash of anger crossed Tong Yan's eyes, "Although I also think that only boys can inherit the family business, Jianzhou has gone too far this time."

Thinking of the incident that occurred a few days ago, Tong Hai also said angrily, "That boy thinks that having connections with the nobles of Imperial City gives him the right to be arrogant and presumptuous. With such character, he is not fit to inherit the family business."

Tong Yan suddenly smiled, "If that's the case, why would Big Brother still worry?"

Tong Hai sighed, "That's ultimately a family rising to prominence in Imperial City. Our Tong Family being involved is beyond our control." Brоught tо yоu by thе fоlks аt МV|LЕМРYR.

A look of disdain flashed in Tong Yan's eyes, "What the Zhang Family does is shameful to us. Committing too many injustices will lead to self-destruction; the Zhang Family is too arrogant and will soon meet the same fate as the Xu Family."

Tong Hai was startled and looked at Tong Yan.

Tong Yan picked up his teacup, smiling and saying, "Therefore, Big Brother, don't place your hopes on the Zhang Family. Remove Jianzhou from their affairs as soon as possible. If he's to be a pawn, he shouldn't get in too deep."

Tong Hai clearly had different thoughts from Tong Yan. He felt that after Tong Yan, the family would have no descendants reaching such heights and was destined to decline. If they wanted to maintain their glory, attaching themselves to the prominent Zhang Family seemed like an excellent opportunity.

So she shifted the topic, bringing up another matter, "Jianzhou said that Yan Zhongshan himself will take action."

Tong Yan's expression changed, and a flash of anger crossed his features, "Do they still have any shame?"

Tong Hai said, "That's how the Martial Arts World is, the strong prey on the weak."

Tong Yan pondered for a moment before speaking, "Have Yun Shu warn him, consider it establishing another karmic connection."

Tong Hai looked surprised, "Do you think that kid still has a chance to live?"

Tong Yan thought for a while, then shook his head, "It's difficult. At such a young age, stepping into the Energy Transformation Realm already makes him a genious among geniuses, but facing off against Yan Zhongshan now, he's truly courting death."

After some thought, Tong Hai felt that his third brother's insights were quite keen. Moreover, considering how strong the boy was, his mentor must be even more formidable. It wouldn't be a bad thing to establish a good relationship with him. So he said, "Then I'll have Yun Shu remind him not to accept the challenge."

Tong Yan nodded, "As long as he doesn't step onto the Life and Death Platform, they'll have to consider the Qin Family. Yan Zhongshan will have difficulty making a move. Such a promising young talent, it would be a pity for him to perish at the hands of those scoundrels. It's a shame Yun Shu can't capture him; otherwise, no matter what, I, Tong Yan, would ensure his survival. I hope he understands to stay patient and not blindly fall into their trap."

By the end of the conversation, Tong Yan stood up, looked up at the stars over Binhai, and said softly, "Binhai is not going to be peaceful."