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Chapter 386: Escaped?
The Hall of Nourishing Heart.

Zhou Chen sat upright on the dragon throne, his expression slightly somber.

Zhou Chen did not expect that the Supreme Elder of the Mu family, upon seeing that Yang Zaixing was an invincible half-saint, would not even make a move and would simply turn around and flee.

No hesitation at all.

These powerful families were indeed very cautious; none of them were reckless.

Two days have passed since Yang Zaixing went to chase after the Mu family's Supreme Elder.

There's no way of knowing whether Yang Zaixing has caught up with the Mu family's Supreme Elder; there's been absolutely no news.

Zhou Chen thought to himself, a trace of worry rising in his heart.

Zhou Chen knew very well that these powerful families had many tricks up their sleeves, and none of them were easy to deal with.

Don't underestimate Yang Zaixing just because he's an invincible half-saint; he's a small level stronger than the Mu family's Supreme Elder.

But in a life-or-death struggle, having a higher level of skill or greater strength doesn't guarantee that you'll be the last one standing.

There are often many uncertainties involved, and many skilled individuals have been tricked and killed while trying to defeat the strong.

"Your Majesty, General Yang has returned and is currently requesting an audience outside the palace."

at this time.

A palace eunuch reported this to the family.

"Oh!"

Zhou Chen's expression changed drastically.

Zhou Chen was initially worried that Yang Zaixing might be caught off guard and suffer a setback.

Unexpectedly, Yang Zaixing has now returned.

Zhou Chen glanced at the eunuchs and guards and said, "Let him in."

"According to the order."

The eunuchs and guards bowed and withdrew.

moment.

Yang Zaixing then entered the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

"This humble general greets Your Majesty."

After entering the Hall of Mental Cultivation, Yang Zaixing bowed respectfully to Zhou Chen on the dragon throne.

"This humble general is incompetent. I chased after the Mu family's Supreme Elder for two days, but in the end, I still failed to capture them, and they escaped using a secret technique."

"Please forgive me, Your Majesty."

As Yang Zaixing spoke, he knelt down on the ground to beg for forgiveness.

"Escaped?"

Zhou Chen's eyes flickered.

"Get up! It's alright if you ran away."

“If a demigod is determined to escape, you can’t stop him.”

Zhou Chen knew that although Yang Zaixing was very strong, he was only an invincible half-saint, still at the half-saint level.

The Supreme Elder of the Mu family is a high-level semi-saint, at the same semi-saint stage as Yang Zaixing.

If the Mu family's Supreme Elder is determined to escape, Yang Zaixing will not be able to catch him.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Yang Zaixing stood up.

He was covered in dust and grime from his journey.

For the past two days, Yang Zaixing has been relentlessly pursuing the Mu family's Supreme Elder.

However, the Mu family's Supreme Elder was as slippery as an eel, and he never directly confronted Yang Zaixing.

Finally, the Supreme Elder of the Mu family escaped using a secret technique.

Yang Zaixing pursued the matter for two days without success, and had no choice but to return to Luoyang.

"You've worked hard these past two days too."

"You should go and rest first!"

Zhou Chen didn't say anything more, but glanced at Yang Zaixing's travel-worn appearance and said...

"I will retire at the end."

Yang Zaixing bowed and withdrew from the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

After Yang Zaixing left, Zhou Chen fell into deep thought, his eyes flickering.

The Supreme Elder of the Mu family has fled. Judging by the speed of a semi-saint, he should have already escaped back to the dynasty by now.

The Mu family should have received the news by now.

With Yang Zaixing's intervention, even if the Mu family is dissatisfied or angry, they will probably be much more wary.

An invincible demigod—that's a top-tier existence even within the Mu family.

In the entire Mu family, there are only five semi-saints, and only one invincible semi-saint.

Having learned of the existence of an invincible half-saint in the Great Zhou, the Mu family will likely refrain from making any rash moves before thoroughly investigating the Great Zhou's true strength.

Unless the Mu family disregards everything and sends out all their semi-saints, or unless the Mu family invites out their ancestor who is above the semi-saint level.

However, under normal circumstances, no powerful family would do such a thing.

Top-tier combat power is the greatest guarantee for maintaining the stability of a powerful clan, while the patriarch is even more crucial to the rise and fall, and even the life and death, of a powerful clan.

No powerful clan will use all its trump cards unless it faces a life-or-death situation.

Zhou Chen pondered for a moment, then looked up at Cao Zhengchun, who was standing beside him. "Cao Zhengchun, inform Lü Bu to return to court as soon as possible to report on his duties."

Regardless of whether the Mu family will come out in full force regardless of the consequences, Zhou Chen has to prepare for the worst and make preparations in advance.

Moreover, besides the Mu family, there are also two major enemies: the Ziyang Sect and the Qingyun Sect.

Relying on Yang Zaixing alone is not a safe bet.

Zhou Chen had no choice but to recall Lu Bu, the invincible demigod, just in case.

……

Qingfeng Palace.

Mu Yuyan sat on the phoenix chair.

Steward Yang reported, "Miss, our people have sent word that Master Mu and the Supreme Elder have both returned to the Mu family."

"However, both Master Mu and the Supreme Elder were seriously injured."

"Especially Master Mu Wu, whose injuries are the most severe, he may become a cripple afterward."

Over the years, Mu Yuyan has not only built her own power within the Mu Clan Chamber of Commerce, but has also placed and bribed some people within the Mu family.

Mu Yuyan was able to receive news immediately about any not-so-secret developments within the Mu family.

of course.

It was limited to some not-so-secret matters with the Mu family.

If it's highly confidential information, then that's a different story.

Hearing Steward Yang's words, Mu Yuyan sighed slightly; "In front of an invincible half-saint, it would be good enough to escape safely and save one's life."

"Now, the Mu family shouldn't send anyone so easily again."

Mu Yuyan never expected that the Great Zhou Dynasty would have an invincible half-saint.

This really gave her a little shock.

It should be noted that even within the Mu family, there is only one invincible demigod, second only to the ancestor.

In the Imperial Dynasty, the Invincible Half-Saint can be considered to stand at the top of the pyramid.

Without a sage, the invincible demigod is the strongest being.

The Great Zhou Dynasty, which had just merged into the Great Wilderness, not only had invincible half-saints, but also more than one. This was already comparable to the Mu family.

Mu Yuyan has already received news that Lü Bu, who attacked the elders of the Qingyun Sect in the Great Yan, is an invincible half-saint.

In that sense, the Great Zhou Dynasty already has two invincible half-saints, making its top-tier combat strength comparable to the Mu family. The only difference is the presence of a patriarch-level saint.

"Miss, although it's unlikely that the Mu family will send anyone else, the trouble that follows will probably be even greater."

"The Great Zhou killed the true disciple of the Ziyang Sect and then chased and injured the elder of the Qingyun Sect. The Ziyang Sect and the Qingyun Sect will definitely not let this go."

"With the addition of the imperial dynasty, the Great Zhou will face challenges that the Mu family cannot even match."

"Even the two invincible half-saints of the Great Zhou might not be able to stop them. I really don't know if the decision to let Miss enter the Great Zhou's harem was right or wrong."

Manager Yang sighed.

The existence of Yang Zaixing, this invincible demigod, was indeed beyond the expectations of Chief Steward Yang.

But what frustrated Steward Yang even more was that none of the enemies that Da Zhou had provoked were weak.

Leaving aside the Mu family and the Qinglong Dynasty, it was inevitable that the Great Zhou would clash with the Mu family and the Qinglong Dynasty because of Mu Yuyan.

However, the Ziyang Sect and the Qingyun Sect were enemies that the Great Zhou itself had provoked, and they were both behemoths in the Eastern Region, stronger than the Mu family and almost on par with the imperial dynasty.

With the Great Zhou having provoked these two major enemies, plus the Imperial Dynasty, the situation that follows is predictable.

For a fleeting moment, Steward Yang doubted whether his decision to send Mu Yuyan into the Great Zhou's harem and tie her to the Great Zhou was right or wrong.

After all, they are now in the same boat as the Great Zhou.

If the Great Zhou Dynasty falls into trouble, they will not escape either and will all suffer the consequences.

"Uncle Yang, things have come to this point. Regardless of right or wrong, it's better than facing it ourselves."

"Now that the Great Zhou is here, at least we have a sliver of power to resist. Whether it's the Mu family or the imperial dynasty, if they want to take me back, they'll have to get past the Great Zhou first."

Mu Yuyan wasn't too worried.

Suddenly, Yang Zaixing, an invincible half-saint, appeared in the Great Zhou Dynasty. No one knew what other powerful figures the Great Zhou Dynasty had up its sleeve.

Perhaps, the Great Zhou might actually be able to withstand these powerful enemies.

Besides, having the Great Zhou Dynasty protecting them is much better than facing the Mu family and the Azure Dragon Dynasty on their own!

"Uncle Yang, although the Mu family is unlikely to send anyone here easily again, they will definitely do everything they can to eliminate my influence within the Mu Clan Chamber of Commerce."

"Tell our people to proceed as planned, but be careful."

Mu Yuyan said to Steward Yang.

The Mu family suffered a loss in Da Zhou, so they won't easily send anyone to Da Zhou.

But she will definitely do everything in her power to clean up the Mu Clan Chamber of Commerce and target the influence she cultivated within it.

However, Mu Yuyan was prepared for this.

It won't be so easy for the Mu family to eliminate her influence in the Mu Clan Chamber of Commerce.

"Don't worry, Miss, I've already informed them."

……

Azure Dragon Dynasty.

Mu family.

At this moment, the entire Mu family was shrouded in gloom.

The return of Fifth Master Mu and the Supreme Elder of the Mu family with serious injuries caused quite a stir within the entire Mu family.

Who is Master Mu Wu?
He was one of the few prominent figures in the Mu family, a Venerable who had reached the Ninth Reincarnation Realm, a figure of immense renown throughout the entire dynasty.

But how could such a big shot be seriously injured and possibly become a cripple? This is truly shocking!

There is also the Supreme Elder.

The second Supreme Elder of the Mu family, a high-level semi-saint, is a powerful being second only to the Ancestor and the First Supreme Elder in the entire Mu family.

Even such a powerful figure was severely injured.

This horrified the entire Mu family.

It should be noted that a high-level semi-saint is a figure who ranks among the top in the entire imperial city and even the entire Eastern Region.

Who could have so severely injured their Second Supreme Being, a high-level semi-saint?

now.

In the council hall of the Mu family, the family head and elders gathered together.

Everyone's face looked grim, with a hint of solemnity and gloom.

The head of the Mu family, sitting in the main seat, glanced at everyone and said in a deep voice, "You all already know what happened."

"The Second Supreme returned severely injured, and the Fifth Prince was also seriously injured. Although his life was saved, the Fifth Prince's foundation was severely damaged, and he may never be able to exert his full strength again."

"What do you think we should do about this?"

The head of the Mu family said in a low voice.

Upon hearing the words of the Mu family patriarch, the elders' expressions all turned grim.

Master Mu and the Second Elder were both top combatants in the Mu family.

Especially the Second Supreme, with the strength of a high-level semi-saint, is the third strongest in the Mu family. It is no exaggeration to say that he is the pillar of the Mu family.

However, the Second Supreme is now seriously injured, and it is unknown when he will be able to fully recover.

It's important to understand that once a high-level semi-saint suffers a serious injury, it's not easy for them to fully recover.

It will require a lot of resources and will definitely take a long time.

Furthermore, Fifth Master Mu is the greatest potential asset of the Mu family and the most likely candidate to become a sage.

It's safe to say that Master Mu Wu's ascension to the demigod realm is a foregone conclusion; it's just a matter of time.

When the Mu family's top combat power is enhanced by the addition of a half-saint, the entire Mu family's prestige will rise to a new level.

As for the Saint realm above the Half-Saint realm, it is not impossible for Master Mu to reach it, making him the most promising potential asset of the Mu family.

But now, Master Mu, the Mu family's greatest potential, has suffered a severe blow. He can't even preserve his current strength, let alone become a half-saint or a saint above half-saint.

This loss is far more than just a small amount for the entire Mu family.

Not only were the top combat forces weakened, but the future semi-saints, and even potential saints who might step into sainthood, were also gone. How could the elders not be furious?

"Patriarch, what else is there to say? Please, all the Supreme Elders, join forces. We must not let the Great Zhou go."

“That’s right. A mere indigenous dynasty dared to provoke my Mu family and cause us such losses. If necessary, we should ask our ancestor to take action and wipe them out.”

The elders all spoke with grim expressions and righteous indignation.

The Second Elder and Fifth Master Mu suffered severe injuries, which caused the top combat power of the entire Mu family to drop by a level.

How could they possibly tolerate such a loss?

The other party must pay the price.

The head of the Mu family's eyes flickered as he listened to the elders' words.

He is the head of the Mu family, and his every word and action determines the future of the entire Mu family.

He also wanted to mobilize forces to destroy the Great Zhou, but he knew he couldn't make a decision so easily out of righteous indignation like the elders.

He needs to consider this carefully.

Because he is responsible for the entire Mu family.

at this time.

A figure walked into the council hall.

Upon seeing the figure enter, the head of the Mu family and several elders immediately rose and respectfully greeted, "Great Elder."

That's right.

The figure that walked in was none other than the First Supreme Elder of the Mu Family, and also the invincible half-saint of the Mu Family, second only to the Mu Family Ancestor.

After the matriarch of the Mu family walked in, she glanced at everyone and said in a hoarse voice, "The Mu family should not make any moves on this matter for now."

"You can go to the Third Prince's residence and tell him the news."

After saying this, the matriarch of the Mu family left the council hall without saying anything more.

Upon hearing the words of the Grand Elder, the head of the Mu family and several elders all had a glint in their eyes, immediately understanding the meaning behind the Grand Elder's words.

(End of this chapter)