The subordinates' words continued to echo, some even involving life-and-death lawsuits. This caused the Ye family members' expressions to darken further.
Frankly, if the subordinates hadn't spoken, they wouldn't have known about these issues within the companies under their purview. It was almost unbelievable.
"Damn it, what were the inspection teams doing? So many problems existed. And you lot, were you all blind? Not a single one of you knew?" the Ye family patriarch roared in anger.
Upon hearing this, the Ye family members all lowered their heads. How could they not know? In fact, many among them were participants in these very issues.
However, in the past, they would simply turn a blind eye and pretend not to see if the people below offered them some benefits.
After all, in their eyes, they were the Ye family, a top-tier aristocratic family in the capital. These matters wouldn't be discovered, and even if they were, no one would dare to step forward given the Ye family's power.
Yet, how could they have imagined that this time, it was the Qin family making a move against them, and with such forceful methods!
Consequently, the entire Ye family hall fell into a terrifying silence!
"You all!!"
Seeing this, the Ye family patriarch knew what was happening. He was so enraged that his fingers trembled, rendering him speechless.
However, after a brief moment of anger, he also realized that this was not the time to dwell on such matters. The immediate priority was how to stabilize the Ye family's companies.
And also, how to prepare for the Qin family's next wave of attacks. He absolutely did not believe that the Qin family would only resort to commercial tactics!
As expected, just as he finished speaking, another subordinate ran in frantically, his face pale. "N-no, it's bad, Patriarch! Young Master Ye Ding was caught cheating at the 'Heavenly Realm' casino in the capital. They're demanding a hundred billion to redeem him!"
"A-and also, Miss Ye Yun is suspected of drunk driving and has been apprehended by the Provincial Public Security Department. The evidence is conclusive, and they've sent word for us to handle it..."
One incident after another was revealed. But unlike the business matters, these individuals were all direct descendants of the Ye family!
"Damn it, the Qin family is going too far!"
A high-ranking member of the Ye family was the first to break the silence with a furious curse. He shouted, "My son, Ye Ding, has always been 'self-disciplined' and never gambled. How could he possibly cheat? This 'Heavenly Realm' is deliberately causing trouble!"
"That's right! And Yun'er, she never touches alcohol at home. How could she be drunk driving? This is a frame-up, it's definitely the Qin family framing us!" another Ye family elder roared.
However, as soon as they finished speaking, the subordinate's next sentence made them both instantly eat their words. "Th-this is video evidence sent by the other party. It clearly shows that Young Master Ye Ding and Miss Ye Yun did indeed do such things!"
"What?" Upon hearing this, the two were so enraged they nearly spat out blood. As their biological fathers, they naturally knew their children's characters.
However, in their minds, such matters should have been handled cleanly. How could video evidence have been left behind?
Seeing this, the Ye family patriarch's expression turned completely grim. He had never imagined that the Qin family would dare to target the Ye family's direct descendants. This was an attempt to crush the Ye family completely!
However, just as he was about to consider how to counterattack, another family disciple rushed in. "N-no, it's bad, Patriarch! The Qin, the Qin family is bringing people!"
"What? The Qin family is bringing people?"
At these words, everyone in the hall changed color, their faces filled with terror. The Qin family was heading directly towards the Ye family compound with their people?
Thinking of this, the Ye family members, disregarding their shock, immediately shouted, "Quick, contact the White Tiger Hall Master of Dragon Court immediately and tell him the Qin family is coming with great force!"
As soon as the words fell, over a dozen figures with imposing auras appeared at the entrance of the Ye family compound. Leading them was the eldest son of the Qin family, Qin Mingyuan!
Beside him, Meng Tianyun stood like a mountain, holding a great sword, unmoving as a peak!
Behind them were two elders with surging auras. They strode with the bearing of dragons, their eyes sharp, their presence like the scorching sun, burning intensely!
Instantly, the Ye family members' eyes narrowed. The Ye family patriarch widened his eyes in disbelief and exclaimed, "Qin family's Second Elder, Qin He, and Fifth Elder, Liu Qingtian!!!"
These two were renowned experts of the Qin family. Especially the Second Elder, Qin He, whose strength was enough to rank among the top five in the Qin family!
The Ye family patriarch never imagined that the Qin family would even mobilize him!
However, no matter how shocked he was, he still had to speak. He put on what he considered a friendly smile and said, "Elders, and Mingyuan, why have you come? Is this..."
Even at this point, he still wanted to feign ignorance.
However, Qin Mingyuan, upon hearing this, did not waste any words. He said coldly, "Ye Heng, at this point, is it still meaningful to play dumb? Your Ye family injured my... my Qin family's benefactor. Do you intend to give an explanation for this matter?"
"This..."
Hearing this, the Ye family patriarch's face instantly fell. However, he still said, "Brother Mingyuan, I'm afraid there's a misunderstanding in this matter. How can matters between juniors involve the family?"
"Besides, didn't that kid cripple Ye Ping as well? For the sake of both families, why not let this matter go? Anyway, that kid is fine!"
The Ye family patriarch tried to reason, hoping to de-escalate the situation if possible. He didn't want to fall out with the Qin family unless absolutely necessary.
However, Qin Mingyuan let out a disdainful laugh. "Haha, 'fine'? Ye Heng, you are even more shameless than I imagined!"
"However, since things have come to this, I don't want to waste your time. Hand over Ye Ping, otherwise, don't blame my Qin family for being ruthless!"
As he spoke the words "ruthless," a cold glint flashed in Qin Mingyuan's eyes.
If it were any other Qin family member, he might not have been so angry. But Ye Feng was his son, and coupled with his guilt towards Ye Feng over the years, he was this furious.
However, the Ye family patriarch shook his head. "Brother Mingyuan, I regret I cannot comply with this request. Ye Ping's cultivation has been crippled, and he is currently recuperating in the hospital. I'm afraid I cannot hand him over!"
If it were any other time, he might have complied obediently. But now, with Dragon Court having spoken, he naturally wouldn't hand him over so readily.
Seeing this, Qin Mingyuan's expression immediately turned grim. He said coldly, "Is that so? Then it's not up to you. Today, you will hand him over, whether you want to or not. Attack!!"
"Yes, Young Master!" Upon hearing this, Meng Tianyun attacked without a second word. The great sword on his back was instantly drawn and swung towards the Ye family members in front of him.
Seeing this, a middle-aged Ye family member sneered and shouted, "You're pushing too far! Do you really think my Ye family has no one? Arid Leaf Dragon Elephant Palm!!!"
Saying this, he unleashed a palm strike. A massive phantom of a dragon and elephant shot towards Meng Tianyun, intending to repel his great sword.
However, at this moment, a scene that shocked him occurred.
Facing this palm strike, Meng Tianyun didn't even frown. His great sword, like a colossal mountain, swept across and fiercely struck the dragon-elephant phantom.
Then, a crisp scream was heard. The dragon-elephant, like porcelain, couldn't withstand the impact for even a second. It was split into two by a single sword strike and dissipated into nothingness.
This was not the end. After shattering the dragon-elephant with one blow, Meng Tianyun's great sword continued its momentum, forcefully slashing towards the middle-aged Ye family member...