Chapter 302: Chapter 301: Dismissal of the Position of Elder
Within the luxurious cabin on the flight to Imperial City, Yang Fei and Qin Yanyang sat side by side.
Their emotions were anxious, but both had calmed down a lot.
"Actually, we could have figured it out without going back, just by going to the hospital for a check-up," Qin Yanyang said.
Yang Fei nodded and replied, "Yeah. Don’t worry too much, I think it’s not that coincidental."
Qin Yanyang nodded repeatedly, "Right, I’ve never even heard of this name. If she were from my grandfather’s family, it’s impossible that I wouldn’t have heard her name."
"Yes."
Yang Fei agreed.
Then, both exchanged a smile, feeling considerably more at ease.
Yang Fei changed the subject and asked, "What happened today at the Martial Alliance? You’re considered a high-ranking official there, aren’t you? Why did they attack you? Is it because your opposing side is ready to break the balance ahead of time?"
Qin Yanyang’s expression turned grave, "That’s a possibility."
If Yang Fei hadn’t come today, she would have definitely been unable to escape from the scene. If she fell into the hands of Wu Lie and others, she didn’t know what would happen to her.
The murderous intent that Wu Lie had released wasn’t hard to interpret; they might have tried to assassinate her.
At the very least, they would have crippled her.
By then, her grandfather would be furious, and the conflict would erupt ahead of time.
And now that the Zhang Family was too powerful, the consequences of a conflict would be self-evident.
"Although I’m temporarily safe, the fact that they dared to attack me so brazenly shows that they’re ready to reshuffle the deck and completely eliminate dissidents. We don’t have much time," said Qin Yanyang in a grave voice.
Yang Fei couldn’t help but ask, "Is the Martial Alliance really that important to you?"
Qin Yanyang nodded, "Yes, extremely important. The influence of the Martial Alliance is immense now, with its members infiltrating various industries, especially elite combat teams. If the Martial Alliance becomes an individual’s private force, the consequences would be unthinkable."
"Based on what you know, how much of a chance do you and the other dissenters have if the other party starts purging dissidents?" Yang Fei inquired.
Qin Yanyang shook her head, "At most thirty percent."
Yang Fei frowned, "That low?"
Qin Yanyang gave a bitter smile, "If we’re just talking about the martial force, once the other party acts, we might not even have a thirty percent chance. The Zhang Family has been hesitant to take drastic actions not only because their elder has been secluding himself to break through to that legendary realm but also because of the Military Department’s deterrent."
After a pause, a worried look crossed Qin Yanyang’s face, "But today’s events reminded me that their influence in the Military Department is growing stronger."
Seeing her mood heavy and lacking her usual confidence, Yang Fei couldn’t help feeling distressed and said, "Don’t worry, I’ll help you."
Qin Yanyang smiled brightly, "I know that. The rise of Zhu Tianshou and the stance of the Xu Family will both affect the ultimate outcome. Your appearance has been a great help to us. Perhaps the early actions of the opposition this time are even due to noticing this; they’re worried about our increasing strength and want to act first."
Yang Fei was naturally uninterested in such struggles, but because of Qin Yanyang, he was already deeply involved.
He didn’t want his peaceful and beautiful life in the country to be disrupted. After thinking for a moment, he said, "What if the Zhang Family falls? Would this crisis still exist?"
Qin Yanyang was taken aback, looking at Yang Fei.
Yang Fei’s expression was determined and confident.
Qin Yanyang took a deep breath and said, "There’s no need for the Zhang Family to fall. Everything will change just with that old man of the Zhang Family out of the picture. But that’s not realistic. He has at least several decades of life left, and his strength is overwhelming. He’s at the pinnacle of the Innate Realm, and most importantly, it’s said that he’s touched the threshold of a higher realm and is likely to step onto the legendary Cultivation Path."
Yang Fei’s pupils slightly contracted, "That strong?"
He believed that his strength had returned to its peak state, and he did not take the Innate Realm seriously, even if he faced three to five Martial Artists of the Innate Realm alone, he would not be afraid.
He hadn’t expected that the elderly head of the Zhang Family would be so formidable.
Even with his strength restored to its peak, he feared he was evenly matched with him, unable to completely overpower him.
One really shouldn’t underestimate the fighters of the world.
He couldn’t help but think of the True Yuan that had been planted inside Tang Zhenbang by a demon.
The mysterious expert who had punished Tang Zhenbang, possessed remarkable strength, and it was unknown whether this person hailed from a Hidden Sect.
Qin Yanyang nodded and said, "Mhm, very strong. Grandfather said that the old head of the Zhang Family is a prodigy of the Cultivation Realm, and with extraordinary luck, he’s a rare kind seen once in several hundred years in the Martial World."
Yang Fei thought for a moment before saying, "Do you think the Martial World is really as simple as you understand it to be?"
Qin Yanyang was taken aback, "Why do you ask?"
"The Hidden Sects really don’t interfere in worldly matters and focus solely on martial arts?" Yang Fei asked, "Human nature is the most complex. If ordinary people still possess ambition, then for Martial Artists who wield great personal power, their desires and ambitions are even greater."
Qin Yanyang nodded and said, "I know this, so all countries tacitly allow practitioners to hold a status above others, and certain privileges, to facilitate or satisfy the ambitions and desires of practitioners."
Yang Fei nodded and said, "So can the people of the Hidden Sect really stay indifferent to fame and fortune, focusing solely on their Cultivation? The path to longevity has long disappeared from this world, and pursuing immortality is also about living a better and more wonderful life, isn’t it? If so, can these powerfully skilled cultivators from the Hidden Sects really content themselves with austere Cultivation in the wilds, unwilling to experience the splendor of the world?"
Qin Yanyang frowned slightly and looked at Yang Fei, saying, "As far as I know, the Hidden Sects are isolated from the world. They have their own world, their own rules, and they are very strict."
"Wang Hui also comes from a Hidden Sect," Yang Fei reminded her.
Qin Yanyang nodded and said, "Such cases have occurred before, but they are very rare. For thousands of years, few from the Hidden Sects have meddled in the power struggles of nations. Even if they enter the Mortal World, they conceal their identities, act unassumingly, and merely wander the earth, seeking enjoyment. Fame, wealth, and power sought after in the Mortal World, seem to hold no value in their eyes."
Yang Fei gave a slight smile and said, "I hope that’s the case. As long as the Hidden Sects are as you say, and they won’t support the Zhang Family, I still have confidence in helping you resolve the matter."
Seeing his confidence, Qin Yanyang’s mouth twitched slightly.
She admitted that Yang Fei was very strong and had great potential.
But currently, both were only of Unique Tier strength, not even at the Innate Realm, and did not have the influence to sway such a major force.
"Don’t worry, after we clear up the matter with Duanmu Qing, you can accompany me to the Xu Family again," Yang Fei said.
Qin Yanyang felt a surge of emotion at his words.
The old ancestor of the Xu Family was a powerhouse among the Innate Realm fifty years ago. With fifty years passed, his strength must be even more formidable. If he could truly be persuaded by Yang Fei to come out of seclusion and assist them, then her side might not be without a chance of victory.
"Alright," Qin Yanyang also regained her usual confidence and composure, speaking with resolve.
Two hours later, the airplane landed at Imperial Capital International Airport.
At that moment, Qin Yanyang’s phone rang.
She glanced at the number and answered, "Brother."
"Yanyang, what’s going on? Why did the Martial Alliance announce the revocation of your elder position?" Qin Zhen’s voice came through, filled with concern and anger.
Qin Yanyang smiled faintly and replied, "If they revoked it, then let it be revoked. It wasn’t of much use anyway."
"They’ve gone too far. Isn’t this a slap in the face of the Qin Family? Even if you don’t care about it, the implications are significant. We can’t just let this go," Qin Zhen said angrily.
With calm, Qin Yanyang replied, "Okay, Yang Fei and I just got off the plane. We can talk more once I’m home."