Chapter 315: Chapter 314 Yang Fei’s Calculations
The duel at the Life and Death Platform was set for noon.
This was a tradition of the Life and Death Platform.
The Martial World’s Life and Death Platform was a true place for deciding life and death issues, and to disperse the aura of killing, it was chosen to start at the time when the yang energy was strongest during the day.
Of course, this wasn’t absolute.
There had been many instances where people challenged each other and immediately went onstage to duel, and the Martial Alliance did not stop them.
By eight in the morning, Yang Fei had already received many calls and messages of concern.
He could only reply patiently one by one.
But deep inside, he wasn’t too concerned about it.
Qin Yanyang was in a good mood and personally made breakfast. The three of them ate in the dining room just like usual.
After breakfast, Yang Fei took the initiative to tidy up the kitchen. After finishing, the three family members sat in the courtyard to chat.
Yang Fei said to Qin Yanyang, "After today, accompany me to your grandfather’s place."
Qin Yanyang smiled slightly and said, "Okay."
The purpose of Yang Fei’s visit to Imperial City with her half a month ago was to find out whether Duanmu Qing was indeed his biological mother.
Although he had Qin Huai’an’s confirmation, Yang Fei knew too little about Duanmu Qing and wanted to know more about his mother.
Thus, Qin Yanyang had long known that Yang Fei would make such a request and readily agreed.
Qin Huai’an frowned slightly and reminded, "Regarding Duanmu Qing, the Duanmu Family considers her a taboo. It’s better not to ask if possible."
Qin Yanyang looked at him and said, "Grandfather, you must also know some things about Duanmu Qing. If you don’t want us to ask the Duanmu Family, why not tell us yourself?"
Qin Huai’an looked at the two of them, then he sighed and shook his head, "Although I have met Duanmu Qing and have heard a bit about her affairs, I don’t know enough to speak in detail."
Qin Yanyang said, "If that’s the case, then you shouldn’t stop Yang Fei from learning more about his mother, right?"
Qin Huai’an sighed, "What’s the use of knowing anyway? She’s no longer in the Imperial City."
Both Qin Yanyang and Yang Fei were struck by his words. She stared into her grandfather’s eyes and asked, "She’s no longer in Imperial City? What do you mean? Could it be she is still in the world?"
Realizing his slip of the tongue, Qin Huai’an was silent for a while before nodding, "Perhaps. After that incident, she never appeared again. By all accounts, she should be dead, but nothing is absolute."
Qin Yanyang pressed on, "Grandfather, you are so close to my grandfather. Have you never asked him about this?"
With a serious face, Qin Huai’an shook his head, "This matter is a taboo within the Duanmu Family. Anyone within the family who mentions this name will be severely dealt with by the family law. We outsiders should respect the decisions of the Duanmu Family even more."
Qin Yanyang silently nodded.
Ever since she could remember, her grandfather’s house had strict rules, which was why she didn’t like to visit and her relationship with those cousins wasn’t very good.
Even in her view, the entire Duanmu Family seemed mystical and shrouded in mystery.
"I must find out the information regarding my mother," Yang Fei stated resolutely.
Qin Huai’an looked at him, nodded silently, and said, "As a son, your insistence is a common sentiment and not without reason."
He did not stop him further.
Although the old men of the Duanmu Family certainly wouldn’t like people inquiring into this matter, now that Qin Yanyang had entered the Innate Realm and Yang Fei’s strength was at least Unique Tier, the presence of these two exceptional young people at the Duanmu Family ought to earn some respect.
With this in mind, Qin Huai’an cautioned, "Young man, you should still focus on today’s matter first. If today’s issue is resolved smoothly, you and Yanyang visiting the Duanmu Family together might receive a higher level of reception. If not... well, let’s not talk about the other outcome. If you lose, you might not even be able to save your own life."
Yang Fei simply smiled and said, "Grandfather, don’t worry. To kill Zhang Yunqing, I only need one move."
Qin Huai’an’s mouth twitched, "Heh, you really are full of hot air, aren’t you? Even if someone from the Innate Realm were to go all out, defeating a Unique Tier wouldn’t be something achievable within just three or five moves."
Qin Yanyang also felt that Yang Fei was being overly confident. She worried that Yang Fei was underestimating Zhang Yunqing and being careless, and quickly reminded him, "Yang Fei, you must not underestimate the combat power of the Unique Tier. The Life and Death Platform is a place where life and death are decided, and outsiders are not allowed to intervene. You mustn’t be careless."
Qin Yanyang wasn’t particularly worried about today’s life-and-death fight, because she had long known that Yang Fei’s combat power was more than enough to deal with the Unique Tier. Moreover, both had been cultivating for so long, and Yang Fei’s strength had clearly increased. Although Zhang Yunqing had recently entered the Unique Tier, in her view, Yang Fei wouldn’t lose to Zhang Yunqing.
But if Yang Fei was careless, he might capsize in the gutter.
She reminded him again, "Moreover, the Zhang Family has been a Martial Arts Family for hundreds of years, possessing some combat techniques that can unleash tremendous power. During the fight, you must give your all and be cautious."
Yang Fei sensed Qin Yanyang’s concern and felt warmed by it. He smiled and said, "Don’t worry, I am aware. I won’t be careless."
Qin Yanyang was reassured by his promise.
She knew Yang Fei well. Although he might boast a little, his strength was real, and he would listen to her words. As long as he wasn’t careless, he wouldn’t lose today’s life-and-death fight.
"If you win, don’t strike ruthlessly," Qin Huai’an suddenly said.
Yang Fei was taken aback and looked at Qin Huai’an in confusion.
Qin Huai’an sighed, "Although Yanyang has already stepped into the Innate Realm, making the difference in strength between both sides not so drastic, Zhang Wenfeng’s strength is too strong, and the Zhang Family still holds the advantage. So, it’s best for the Divine Continent Martial World to avoid chaos unless there’s a sure victory."
Yang Fei slightly frowned upon hearing this and said, "Grandfather, forgive my bluntness, but if the Divine Continent Martial World is inevitably headed for internal strife, it might be better for it to come sooner."
As someone who had recently returned to the country, Yang Fei felt no particular allegiance to the Divine Continent Martial World. Thus, whether it descended into chaos or not truly didn’t matter to him.
Moreover, in his view, if a great battle was destined to happen, it might as well erupt sooner.
"Yes, Grandfather, I think Yang Fei is right. We are not without the strength to fight now. The most important thing is, while we’re waiting for the right moment when our strength is sufficiently strong to make a move, isn’t the Zhang Family doing the same? Zhang Wenfeng has been in seclusion for a long time and is said to be close to breaking through a higher threshold. Once he steps into that Realm, who on our side could match him? Therefore, it might be better to settle this in advance," Qin Yanyang couldn’t help saying.
Qin Huai’an said gravely, "Things aren’t as simple as you think."
Qin Yanyang shook her head, "Grandfather, you’re overthinking things now. The more you worry, the more opportunities you miss, and the worse things get.
The Zhang Family has held an advantage for a long time, yet they too are hesitant to spark a fight, because they also lack certainty of victory, and even if they win, external forces could take advantage of their weakened state.
Or perhaps, they are also waiting for the right moment.
This moment might be when Zhang Wenfeng steps into a higher realm, or it might be when they are awaiting reinforcements.
By striking first, we might still create a miraculous effect."
Qin Huai’an’s brows furrowed tightly, yet he remained silent.
This matter was of great importance, and concerned the future of the Divine Continent Martial World, so he dared not make a rash decision.
"Let’s see how things unfold after today’s life-and-death fight," Qin Huai’an finally said slowly.
Qin Yanyang knew her grandfather had his considerations, so she no longer tried to persuade him.
Yang Fei did not insist either.
He had his own way of doing things and wouldn’t overthink because of Qin Huai’an’s concerns.
If what Wang Hui said was true, then Zhang Yunlong was one of the high-ranking members of Sky Net, which means Sky Net’s influence had penetrated the Divine Continent Martial World.
Sky Net was his greatest enemy, and he couldn’t allow Sky Net to continue growing stronger.
Now that he was not far from regaining his peak combat power, there was no need to continue hiding his potential. It was time to start setting the stage for what’s to come.
Zhang Yunlong, you should appear today, shouldn’t you?
Yang Fei thought to himself, a cold smile curling the corners of his mouth.