Chapter 940: Resolving Causes and Divine Names (Part 2)

"Uncle Jiu."

Facing the clan elder who feigned sternness, Wang Chen smiled and said, "I came today to settle the blood debt for my father. Are you certain you wish to involve yourself in this matter?"

This clan elder had always favored Ling Hongfeng; it was common knowledge within the Ling family!

Uncle Jiu’s breath caught in his throat.

Though Wang Chen wore a smile, his eyes were icy cold, as if he were gazing at a corpse.

To Uncle Jiu, the peace-loving and timid Ling Zhiyuan had never been considered a suitable heir to carry on the family legacy. His strained relationship with Ling Hongyun had only deepened his disdain for Ling Zhiyuan.

Thus, even though Ling Zhiyuan had arrived unexpectedly today, clad in the Blood Guard uniform, Uncle Jiu sought to assert his authority as an elder, hoping to suppress Ling Zhiyuan with his prestige.

Uncle Jiu had his reasons—family disgrace should not be aired publicly, and the Ling family could ill afford internal strife!

Yet, despite his justifications, the transformed Wang Chen sent a chill down the clan elder’s spine, forcing him to swallow the words he had intended to speak.

Wang Chen paid no further heed to the old man. His gaze swept across the hall as he declared in a clear, resonant voice, “Everyone, today I, Ling Zhiyuan, have come to settle the causes. I ask that those uninvolved refrain from meddling; otherwise…”

“Otherwise what?”

Before Wang Chen could finish, a middle-aged man in a purple robe stepped forward, his voice cold and cutting, “As a junior, you show no respect for your elders and commit acts of blatant rebellion. Do you believe that donning the Blood Guard’s uniform grants you the right to act with impunity in Anyang City?”

Clap! Clap! Clap!

As soon as the man finished speaking, applause rang out.

It was Wang Chen who clapped: “Tong Wanshan, you conspired with Ling Hongfeng to hire assassins to plot against my father, and now you seek to use this marriage to devour my Ling family. Who do you think you’re fooling with this façade of righteousness?”

Previously, Protector General Yao Peng of the Blood Guard had sent Wang Chen a secret letter, explicitly naming Tong Wanshan and Ling Hongfeng as the masterminds behind the ambush that led to Ling Hongyun’s death.

Moreover, the Tong family had long been scheming to take over the Ling family.

The Blood Guard’s intelligence network was formidable; despite the Tong family’s efforts to act discreetly, they could not evade detection.

In truth, had it not been for Wang Chen’s involvement, the Blood Guard would not have concerned themselves with the covert struggles among the powerful families.

This was also a gesture of goodwill from Yao Peng to Wang Chen.

As soon as Wang Chen’s words echoed through the hall, the crowd erupted in uproar!

Tong Wanshan, the current head of the Anyang Tong family, was also the father of Tong Baodai.

In terms of power and influence, the Tong family far surpassed the Ling family, leading many to believe that Tong Baodai had married beneath her station by wedding Ling Hongfeng, thus granting the Ling family a significant advantage.

But those with insight knew that the Tong family’s favors were not so easily gained!

No one had anticipated that Wang Chen, a mere teenager, would not only dare to confront Tong Wanshan directly but also accuse him of colluding with Ling Hongfeng to murder Ling Hongyun. This accusation escalated the situation to an entirely new level.

After all, Ling Hongyun’s death during a hunting expedition remained an unsolved mystery.

By naming Tong Wanshan as the true culprit, Wang Chen had declared an unrelenting vendetta!

“You’re spouting nonsense!”

Tong Wanshan roared in fury, “Ling Zhiyuan, it seems you’ve lost your mind, spewing such drivel here. Guards, throw him out! I will bear all the consequences!”

As the head of the Tong family, Tong Wanshan not only possessed the cultivation level of a fourth-level martial general but also wielded considerable influence and deep connections in Anyang.

Even if Ling Zhiyuan were truly the Blood Guard’s Baihu, Tong Wanshan would not be intimidated—let alone by a mere boy like Ling Zhiyuan!

"Yes!"

Dozens of warrior guards appeared simultaneously, surrounding Wang Chen and the others, taking on a combat stance.

The atmosphere in the room immediately became tense, as if swords were drawn and bows were taut.

A mocking smile appeared at the corner of Tong Wanshan’s mouth; he wanted everyone to know he had the Ling family under his control!

"Dad!"

At that moment, the bride beside him suddenly lifted her red veil and shouted loudly, "What’s taking so long? What’s going on? Hurry up!"

This bride was elegantly adorned and quite lovely, but the lingering anger in her expression greatly marred her beauty.

Tong Wanshan felt a headache coming on from his daughter and said, "Baodai, don’t worry, Dad will chase these guys away soon."

He turned to the group of guards and shouted sternly, "What are you all just standing there for? Get to work!"

"Mr. Tong really has a lot of authority!"

A voice suddenly came from outside, clearly reaching everyone’s ears, "You don’t even regard us in the Blood Guard, saying you can come and go as you please—how impressive!"

The speaker sounded sarcastic, and Tong Wanshan’s expression suddenly changed: "Commander Guo!"

The title of "Yuanwaiguan" was merely a purchased official title for show, but this Commander Guo was a powerful figure in the Da Wei Yamen of Anyang!

Under everyone’s gaze, a stocky Blood Guard Qiandu stepped into the hall.

He approached Wang Chen, patted him on the shoulder, and spoke loudly, "This Lord Baihu of the Ling family is a young hero highly regarded by our commanding officer, not someone you, Mr. Tong, can treat lightly!"

Tong Wanshan fell silent.

He knew Commander Guo but had no friendly acquaintances with him and didn’t know much about him.

However, Tong Wanshan had heard people say that Commander Guo was like a hard and stinky stone in a latrine, yet he had the especial trust of the Commander of the Da Wei and was entrusted with important tasks.

Unless absolutely necessary, Tong Wanshan really didn’t want to get into direct conflict with such a person!

Yet he could not acknowledge the accusation of conspiring against Ling Hongyun.

"Commander Guo!"

Tong Wanshan’s face darkened again, "Without evidence, please don’t speak recklessly. If you want to protect this boy today, I have nothing to say, but I will seek counsel from the Commander of the Da Wei later!"

Regarding Tong Wanshan’s harsh words, Commander Guo chuckled and said, "No need to wait. Let’s settle it now. Do you dare say this matter has nothing to do with you?"

Tong Wanshan did not wish to prolong the argument and declared, "We’re leaving!"

The bride beside them panicked, "Dad!"

If Tong Wanshan left, how would her wedding continue—especially after they had already completed their vows to heaven and earth?

"Ha ha!"

Commander Guo glanced at the bride, speaking meaningfully, "This newlywed just made her vows and is already secretly pregnant; no wonder she is so eager to get married."

The Ling family’s hall erupted once more!

Tong Baodai was pregnant?

Many people realized at once why this young lady was marrying Ling Hongfeng.

She was using the Ling family’s big fool as a shield!

However, Ling Hongfeng nearly spat out a mouthful of old blood, his expression becoming even more twisted, with a hint of black energy surfacing on his forehead.

But everyone’s attention was not on him; no one cared to inquire after him.

"You’re talking nonsense!"

Tong Baodai felt utterly embarrassed and furious, wishing she could swallow Commander Guo whole.

Her reputation was completely ruined!