Chapter 366, Fresh and Refined

Translator: Silavin

 

“Earl Feng, you speak too seriously!” said Xia Zilin, with coldness in her eyes as she spoke indifferently. “Master Qin merely invited the Second Prince to stay for a few days. My Father, the Emperor, is already aware of this matter. He specifically sent me to tell the Second Prince to learn more about the Dao of Martial Arts and Dao of Alchemy from Master Qin during his stay! If my Father doesn’t mind, why is an Earl like you so concerned over this?”

 

Her cold gaze made the group of Nobles, who came to cause trouble, tremble in their hearts. They all lowered their heads, not daring to meet her eyes.

 

Her words directly reclaimed the moral high ground, and clearly implied that they were like rats meddling in affairs that did not concern them – that they would only end up losing more than they gained if they kept this up.

 

“Princess has misunderstood. I was only thinking of the Royal Family’s prestige…” The Feng Family Patriarch’s tone had obviously softened, clearly not wanting to strain their relationship too much. Of course, the main reason was… because of the Emperor’s current attitude.

 

Although the Emperor had previously been indifferent towards the Seventh Princess, the fact that he was now watching the Second Prince being detained without intervention showed that the Emperor’s heart favoured the Seventh Princess.

 

With the Emperor’s favour clearly shown, it was clear the Second Prince held little to no possibility of becoming the Crown Prince!

 

“The Royal Family’s prestige doesn’t require your concern!” Xia Zilin coldly cut off his words, then thoughtfully said, “Earl Feng, as the Feng Family Patriarch, you should think of the Feng Family’s long-term interests. Does Earl Feng truly wish to sacrifice the Feng Family’s future prospects for some minor immediate gains?”

 

“I-I’ll take my leave then…” The Feng Family Patriarch’s expression immediately changed. He cupped his hands and turned to leave.

 

As he left, the other Major Family Patriarch, the Shi Family Patriarch, also followed suit.

 

With the main pillars gone, the Nobles suddenly seemed to lose their backbone and scattered in all directions.

 

In just a brief moment, more than half had left.

 

A farce ended just like that.

 

…

 

Inside the room, over ten independent cultivators looked at the youth before them who were only in his teens, all slightly furrowing their brows.

 

Although they had all heard of Qin Yichen’s reputation – genius, prodigy… countless dazzling accolades. However, they also knew that Qin Yichen came from a rather barren region.

 

In other words, Qin Yichen had no powerful background supporting him.

 

How could someone with no background possibly produce what they wanted?

 

“Hehe, there’s no need for concern, everyone.” Qin Yichen had clearly seen through their thoughts, and took out several pieces of paper, asked for their names, and distributed them accordingly.

 

“This Spear Technique is truly exquisite!” After receiving the paper, the Cold Gleaming Spear showed excitement, however, this excitement only lasted a moment before he asked in surprise, “Why is it only half?”

 

“Yes, why only half?” The others also subsequently asked, with several impatient ones showing clear anxiety.

 

“I give you all this half to prove that I have the Martial Arts Cultivation Technique you need. The remaining half, I will provide according to our agreement in three days.” Qin Yichen said with a smile as he looked at them.

 

Actually, the reason he was familiar with these experts was because, in his previous life when he came to Alchemy Central, these people had all sought him out to create Pills.

 

Though these independent cultivators were anxious, they had no choice but to wait.

 

It was only three days after all – they could first comprehend this half of the Martial Arts Cultivation Technique.

 

With more than ten Martial Kings present, Qin Yichen’s room was as secure as a fortress. Unless the Li Family came to tear down Alchemy Central, it would be impossible to rescue the Second Prince.

 

…

 

[Failure! Another failure!]

 

Li Zhengping was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan. What angered him more was that the Feng Family and Shi Family had taken his benefits, but when they failed to accomplish the task, they did not even return what he had given them!

 

“This is too much! Too much!” It was not clear whether he was cursing Qin Yichen or the Feng Family and Shi Family.

 

The situation was becoming increasingly unfavourable.

 

He had originally thought he could use this opportunity to rescue the Second Prince, but who knew the Emperor would take a stance!

 

Letting the Second Prince learn from Qin Yichen!?

 

Only the Emperor could make kidnapping sound so fresh and refined.

 

“Patriarch, why don’t we just force our way in and support the Second Prince to take the throne?” Suggested an Elder beside him.

 

They were too helpless now, unable to do anything, especially regarding many matters within the city.

 

Although there were heavy troops outside the city, their safety could not be guaranteed if they entered the city. Unless, they brought troops into the city!

 

“We can only use that trump card!” Li Zhengping remained silent for a while before suddenly opening his eyes.

 

…

 

The next day, by noon. Something happened that even Qin Yichen had not anticipated.

 

The West City Gate opened wide, and troops from outside poured into the city!

 

By the time Qin Yichen received the news, the Li Family troops had already entered the city.

 

“Traitors appeared within the Royal Guard, forcibly opening the city gates!” Xia Zilin clenched her fists, full of indignation.

 

The Royal Guard, a special military force under the Emperor’s direct control, was responsible for guarding the Royal Palace. Every Royal Guard commander possessed Royal Bloodline.

 

For such a Force to be infiltrated by the Li Family showed that this was certainly not something that happened overnight.

 

“Master Qin, come with me to the Royal Palace to take refuge?” Xia Zilin urgently said to Qin Yichen.

 

“I’m afraid I might not even be able to enter the Royal Palace.” Qin Yichen quickly calmed down.

 

Most likely, there was already a net waiting outside for him to walk right into!

 

“Then, what should we do?”

 

At this moment, Xia Zilin found her mind paralysed, becoming a complete mess. The usually calm Princess now had no idea on what to do next.

 

“Don’t panic.” Qin Yichen consoled her, furrowing his brows and mumbling thoughtfully, “It seems like the Li Family is preparing to stake everything on this.”

 

In normal times, Alchemy Central would certainly be able to deter the Li Family from rash actions, but it was clear the Li Family had lost all reason.

 

Because if they could not support the Second Prince to take the throne, the Li Family would certainly perish!

 

“I wonder what the situation at Ancient Mountain Pass is like right now…” The news should have reached Ancient Mountain Pass by now. Qin Yichen was also worried whether Xia Zelei could truly resolve the Ancient Mountain Pass crisis in such a short amount of time and return?

 

That was, after all, an army of a million strong.

 

“Boy, come out and face death!” Li Zhengping’s voice came from outside.

 

Clearly, the army had already surrounded Alchemy Central.

 

Looking down through the slightly opened window, the entire wide street was packed with armoured soldiers, leaving no gaps.

 

“Li Zhengping, how dare you!” Chairman Hai angrily roared.

 

This land had seen many changes, with different Royal Families, but never had anyone dared to trouble Alchemy Central!

 

Why? Because Alchemy Masters were the foundation of a country!

 

Without Alchemy Masters, falling behind other countries in Pills was equivalent to being forced to passively take a beating.