"Your Excellency, it seems Gu are not allowed to be used in Shang Clan City. What exactly do you intend to do by suddenly attacking my companion?" Liu Chen's tone was calm, but the power it contained was undeniable.
As his words fell, a powerful Aura emanated from him—the pressure of a Fifth Rank Gu Master, like a drawn sword.
Zhang Xinci was greatly startled by this sudden turn of events. She shrieked and quickly hid behind Liu Chen. Her eyes were filled with terror and confusion, and an indescribable special feeling arose in her heart towards Shang Yanfei.
At the same time, Xiao Die also reacted quickly, immediately shielding Zhang Xinci behind her, watching Shang Yanfei vigilantly.
Although Zhang Zhu was shaken by the powerful Aura of the Fifth Rank Gu Master, he did not flinch, resolutely standing in front of Zhang Xinci and Xiao Die, using his body to block the heart-palpitating Aura.
The Aura of the Fifth Rank Gu Master swept over like an invisible pressure, causing all the surrounding vendors to show expressions of terror. They scattered like a disturbed swarm of bees, fleeing rapidly, putting distance between themselves and this terrifying presence.
However, because these vendors had done business in Shang Clan City for many years and had a certain understanding and confidence in the Shang Family's strength, they did not run too far, but stopped at a distance to observe, watching the developments from afar.
Just then, a team of guards from Shang Clan City galloped over like a swift wind. Holding long spears, they aggressively shouted at Liu Chen and the others: "Who dares to cause trouble in Shang Clan City? Do you have a death wish? All of you, come with me to the dungeon for a few days!"
However, when the guard clearly saw Shang Yanfei's appearance, his voice suddenly became stammering, as if his throat was blocked by something: "Clan… Clan Chief!"
Seeing this, Liu Chen's heart stirred. He sized up Shang Yanfei, who had an exceptionally handsome appearance, with a red cloak fluttering in the wind, making him appear even more distinguished. And just now, while grabbing Shang Yanfei's arm, Liu Chen had also conveniently taken the amethyst treasure box from him.
"You are?" Shang Yanfei's voice revealed an incredulous astonishment. He widened his eyes, staring intently at this stranger.
This Fifth Rank Gu Master who suddenly appeared exuded an inscrutable Aura.
Various possibilities flashed through Shang Yanfei's mind, but he couldn't immediately determine the stranger's identity or purpose.
Just as he was filled with doubt, he noticed the guard team behind the stranger.
Shang Yanfei took a deep breath, composed himself, and then said to the stranger in as calm a tone as possible: "Your Excellency, this is not the place to talk. Would you mind if a few of you moved?"
Liu Chen smiled slightly, as if he had expected Shang Yanfei's reaction. He released Shang Yanfei's arm and slowly said: "I imagine Clan Leader Shang will not make a move here. In that case, we shall let the host lead the way."
Shang Yanfei nodded. He glanced at the guard team behind Liu Chen, then instructed them: "There's nothing for you here. These are my esteemed guests. You are to maintain order here."
The guard team members responded in unison: "Yes!"
Shang Yanfei waved his hand, activating several Blood Path Gu to form a mobile killer move, transforming into a blood-red mist that tightly enveloped Liu Chen and the others.
This blood mist, as if alive, quickly condensed into a giant blood cloud, carrying Liu Chen and the others slowly into the First Inner City.
"Wow, that's actually Clan Chief Shang! He's truly wise and mighty!"
"Yes, yes, I saw his Aura, it's definitely not something an ordinary person can compare to."
"But which Family does that Gu Master, who is evenly matched with Clan Chief Shang, belong to?"
"To be able to sit as an equal with Clan Chief Shang, he must also be an extremely powerful Fifth Rank Gu Master."
"And that young woman who caused the dispute, her looks are also top-notch, truly beautiful!"
People chattered, full of curiosity about what had just happened. However, because they dared not approach, they were not clear about the specific situation and could only rely on mutual speculation to satisfy their curiosity.
Just then, the Shang Family guards heard the vendors' discussions, their expressions darkened, and they immediately rushed over fiercely.
"You audacious fellows, how dare you speak ill of Lord Shang Yanfei here! Do you want to cool off in the dungeon?" the guards roared aggressively at the vendors.
The vendors were greatly startled by this sudden scene, their faces pale, and they quickly shut their mouths, no longer daring to discuss in private.
Inside Shang Family's First Inner City.
This blood cloud, like a ghost, did not alert anyone. It silently passed through layers of pavilions and finally drifted into the depths of the City Lord's Mansion.
When the blood cloud dissipated, the figures of Liu Chen and the others emerged like phantoms.
Shang Yanfei activated the Brocade Box Gu to retrieve a pot of clear tea, poured a cup for everyone present, then gently placed the teacups on the table, smiling as he said: "Please."
Liu Chen first supported the unsteady Zhang Xinci, then slowly extended his hand to take the cup of tea. He raised the teacup, took a light sip, and immediately, a delicate fragrance filled his mouth.
As for Zhang Zhu and Xiao Die, after they stabilized, they both came to Zhang Xinci's side, but neither dared to take a cup of tea.
"What excellent tea!" Liu Chen praised. "Not just anyone can drink tea poured personally by Clan Leader Shang."
Shang Yanfei smiled slightly, humbly saying: "May I ask, Your Excellency, what is your esteemed name? I was rude to you earlier, please do not take offense."
Liu Chen's lips curved into a slight smile as he replied: "I am Liu Chen, and I have some Destiny with the Shang Family. Returning to this familiar place, I didn't expect to meet Clan Leader Shang; it is truly a pleasure. I imagine Clan Leader Shang would not make a move against us, would he?"
Hearing this, Shang Yanfei's eyes flashed with surprise, then he suddenly realized: "Oh, could you be Liu Chen, who saved the renowned Divine Catcher Tie Xue Leng? It is truly our Shang Family's great fortune to have Destiny with Your Excellency!"
And the three behind Liu Chen—Zhang Xinci, Zhang Zhu, and Xiao Die—upon hearing that Liu Chen had once saved the famous Divine Catcher Tie Xue Leng of Southern Border, a sense of awe welled up in their hearts. Their gazes were fixed on Liu Chen, as if a mysterious and admirable Aura emanated from him.
But Shang Yanfei saw the longing in Zhang Xinci's eyes, and he felt a bit worried.