Chen Jiuyang had originally thought that the tribulation of three disasters and nine calamities would only befall him, but he had never expected.
It turned out that the first disaster would harm his relatives.
After Chen Jiuyang returned to the Qian King's mansion, he fell ill and was paralyzed in bed, his eyes scattered, his face pale, refusing water and food.
Even his several concubines could not persuade or awaken Chen Jiuyang's will.
Chen Jiuyang felt that it was his fault.
Before the first disaster began, he went to Suzhou and Hangzhou again, and Qin Rouyu left a note, advising him to retire from the army.
Otherwise, there would be a great disaster.
Before heading to the Crippled Elder Village in Haiqing Province, Qin Rouyu personally appeared again to warn him.
He insisted on going his own way and did not heed the warning.
It was he who personally caused the tragic annihilation of the Yao family, and it was he who caused his pregnant wife to be abducted, her life and whereabouts unknown.
He didn't even know who made the move.
Of the three disasters and nine calamities, three had passed, and the first disaster had already descended.
It was he who was wrong!!!
Lin Yuexian, Ji Lengyue, and Qiu Yihan were very anxious.
Han Peiling and Chen Fengge looked at Chen Jiuyang and remained silent for a long time:
"What a foolish child."
"This is the torment of inner demons. Only when he figures it out himself can he be revitalized."
Chen Jiuyang was the backbone of the entire family. With him falling ill, countless people were worried.
But more effort was focused on the investigation into Yao Zixuan's disappearance.
"Roar!!!"
In the sky, a divine dragon phantom roared and revived, visible to the entire Dragon Kingdom, followed by an unprecedented spiritual rain descending upon the Dragon Kingdom.
Five minutes later, good news was reported nationwide.
Ye Tiannan won the championship of the World Martial Arts Ranking Competition!
After a long period, the Dragon Kingdom finally achieved this honor!
The glory of Huaxia was about to return completely.
The whole nation celebrated, spreading the news, countless elderly people shed tears upon hearing it, and countless old soldiers brought wine to the Martyrs' Monument to lament.
"The golden age has already arrived..."
Han Peiling's eyes flickered: "The Han family's mountains and rivers, which have been peaceful for countless years, have revived."
Chen Fengge was both happy and worried: "The great era that countless ancestors fought for with their lives has finally arrived. I never expected to witness history."
At this time, in Ziyang City.
Elite divine constables from the Six Gates across the country gathered to investigate the case of the Qian King's relatives' annihilation. Not a single clue was to be missed.
Everyone was under immense pressure.
They ran day and night, tirelessly.
Deng Zun, dressed in white, spoke: "Old Ancestor, Duan Qilong, the Chief Constable of the Six Gates in Longjing, requests an audience."
Chen Biandao, who was guarding outside Chen Jiuyang's bedroom, spoke before Han Peiling and Chen Fengge could, saying, "I'll go meet him."
Duan Qilong, a proud son of heaven, displayed astonishing intelligence at the age of three and was taken into the Forbidden City Holy Land for ten years. By the age of thirteen, he had already reached the peak of the Earth Realm. King Yan regretted not being able to take him as a disciple. Afterward, he was stationed at the Six Gates. At just fifteen years old, he became the Chief Constable of the Six Gates. Now, at thirty years old, he has entered the Heaven Realm and possesses immense strength.
He was one of the six people requested by the Longjing Sword Master for the first batch of Green Bamboo Spiritual Name quotas.
Living up to expectations, he broke through to the Heaven Realm after a week of cultivation, but it did not trigger a heavenly tribulation.
This was a sign of the golden age within the hidden destiny.
Duan Qilong, dressed in the splendid attire of the Six Gates Chief Constable, exuded a majestic aura, with a short saber at his waist.
"Greetings, Brother Chen," Duan Qilong said, cupping his hands towards Chen Biandao.
Chen Biandao led Duan Qilong into the Qian King's mansion, adorned with white mourning decorations. Chen Biandao said, "May I ask if Constable Duan has any leads or clues today for visiting the Qian King's mansion?"
Duan Qilong, who took charge of the Six Gates Chief Constable at fifteen, despite being from a holy land, many were unconvinced. However, his intelligence was almost demonic, and he had solved countless cases without error. Within half a year, he had gained the obedience of everyone in the Six Gates and firmly held the position of Longjing Six Gates Chief Constable.
Duan Qilong's expression was solemn, and his voice was deep. "I am incompetent. We have searched every inch of Ziyang County and found no trace of the perpetrator."
"The hundreds of people in the Yao family all died of cardiac arrest. I have consulted countless ancient texts and cannot find the origin of the cause of death."
Upon hearing this, Chen Biandao's face darkened considerably and he asked, "Then, what is the reason for Constable Duan's visit to my Qian King's mansion today?"
Duan Qilong replied, "The great era is about to change. The Forbidden City Holy Land has dispatched me to return for further training. I will be leaving Ziyang City shortly, and I have come specifically to inform the Qian King."
Chen Biandao's expression suddenly changed drastically, his face filled with shock and anger, an unprecedented rage surging in his heart: "They... how dare they..."
Then, Chen Biandao's face suddenly turned pale, and he said weakly, "How dare they..."
Duan Qilong lowered his gaze, cupped his hands, and said, "The remaining Six Gates divine constables will investigate the true culprit and will surely provide the Qian King with the truth and justice. Please convey to the Qian King, do not overthink, and prioritize the bigger picture."
Chen Fengge and Han Peiling remained silent, their expressions unchanged.
Only Fang Bahua and Lin Buwen trembled uncontrollably.
"Cough... cough..."
Chen Jiuyang's coughing and spitting blood could be heard: "I know to prioritize the bigger picture. Constable Duan has done his best, and I will not blame you."
"However, from today onwards, there will be no more Qian King, only the commoner farmer Chen Jiuyang."
Chen Jiuyang's voice pierced through the room and echoed outwards.
As the voice fell.
Everyone's expressions suddenly changed drastically. Duan Qilong's hair stood on end, and he felt a sense of mortal danger.
He immediately cupped his hands and bowed towards Chen Jiuyang's room, saying, "The Qian King ascended the throne and rendered meritorious service to our Dragon Kingdom. I implore the Qian King to reconsider."
The predicament of the situation, the concealment of information, and the plans from above had chilled the heart of this Qian King and wounded his spirit, making him contemplate retirement.
If the news were to get out, it would surely cause a stir.
Duan Qilong, with his near-demonic intelligence, knew exactly how significant the impact of this matter would be.
"My decision is made. This is the royal robe and jade pendant token, along with twelve royal decree gold plaques."
A small wooden box flew out from the room.
Duan Qilong's expression changed several times, and he took a deep breath.
Chen Jiuyang truly intended to abdicate, not to advance by retreating.
The box landed in Duan Qilong's hand, and the next moment.
"Boom!!!"
The Qian King's mansion, which had taken months and cost countless resources to build, collapsed with a roar. The entire structure turned to dust without harming anyone.
Chen Jiuyang, coughing blood and shedding tears, said to Chen Jianmin and Zhang Xiuzhen, "Dad, Mom, let's go home."
"Okay, okay, son, Dad and Mom will listen to you," Chen Jianmin replied with red eyes, taking Zhang Xiuzhen towards their rural bungalow.
Zhang Xiuzhen said, "Mom will go with Dad to tidy up the house and clean it."
"The house hasn't been lived in for a while, it must be dusty."
Lin Yuexian, Ji Lengyue, and Qiu Yihan followed their in-laws.
With Chen Jiuyang having made his stance clear, Fang Bahua and Deng Zun, who followed Chen Jiuyang, immediately took action.
Duan Qilong took a deep breath, holding the small wooden box, bowed deeply to Chen Jiuyang, and then left, not daring to look back.