Great Zhou Martial Immortal

Chapter 5 Outbreak
"What are you looking at? Get out of here!"

Wu Youji roared, startling everyone into taking two steps back, but that was all.

Princess Taiping's marriage to Wu Youji, arranged by Empress Wu, was a well-known fact in both the court and among the public, intended to protect her from being implicated by the Li Tang imperial family. The fact that the Wu surname became the imperial surname, and the Wu family became imperial relatives, bringing them sudden wealth, was also widely known. These two factors combined led to a new consensus: the two were merely using each other for their own benefit, a marriage in name only.

That's why countless people come to flatter, and dare to flatter.

Li Lingyue would rather have one of her guards as a male concubine than become a real husband and wife with Wu Youji, which clearly shows that she looks down on him. This leaves him with the title of imperial consort but without the confidence of one, and he doesn't even dare to go too far in driving away the princesses who are courting him, for fear of angering her.

Princess Taiping has already taken one man to serve her in bed. If you anger her again, who knows how many more she might take?

If Wu Youji had no designs on Taiping, that would be fine, but he was unwilling to be just a nominal prince consort.

That was a figure as prominent as Mingyue during the entire Wu Zhou dynasty; who wouldn't love him?

Wu Youji glanced around at the crowd outside the mansion, finding a bittersweet smile in his eyes. "There are far fewer people now. At least these people outside the gate are all presentable. In the past, the entire alley would be packed before dawn..."

His heart was filled with jealousy and anger. He was furious, but he dared not vent it on the princess, nor could he cause a death. Just when he was in a difficult situation, he saw someone.

In an instant, he unleashed all his anger, resentment, jealousy, and hatred, and sneered, "Lu Chenyuan, you dare to come again? Have you forgotten what I said? Last time you were just skinned alive, this time I'll skin you alive!"

Lu Chenyuan?
Everyone was startled and followed his gaze, wanting to see this person who had made countless people envious and jealous in recent days. Then they saw him in a magnificent and luxurious red feather robe, with an incomparably handsome and dashing appearance, and an air of noble elegance. Standing there, he was like a jade tree, graceful and elegant.

Everyone was a little surprised.

How could a family with four generations of military service produce such a person?

This demeanor doesn't seem to be something you put on; it's as if the upbringing of a thousand-year-old family has seeped into your very bones, making even your shadow appear three degrees lighter than others.

Many people immediately backed down upon seeing this.

If this is the standard by which the princess chooses men, then there's no point in wasting time here risking offending the samurai families...

Lu Chenyuan didn't even show a change in expression when Wu Youji said that.

Wu Youji's anger flared even more. How dare a mere inner guard ignore him? He roared, "Xu He, beat him!!!"

"Yes."

A figure emerged from behind him, in his early thirties, tall and thin, dressed in a blue robe. Upon hearing this, he gave Lu Chenyuan a cold smile, his eyes full of mockery and disdain, as well as a hint of barely perceptible jealousy.

Last time, he caught Lu Chenyuan and let Wu Youji beat him up to vent his anger. Now that he has another chance, he will not be polite.

He was at the early stage of the third realm, and had already developed his divine sense. His five senses were sharp, so dealing with a second-realm opponent was naturally not a big deal for him. As soon as Wu Youji gave the order, he used the Qingmu Palace lightness skill "Falling Petals Misty Steps". With one step, layers upon layers of shadows made it difficult to distinguish between the real body and the illusory image, and they all rushed towards Lu Chenyuan.

With their true energy erupting, each figure's right hand seemed to transform into an iron tree, incredibly powerful and fierce.

"It's over, Xu He has made his move!"

"The 'Falling Petals Mystery Steps' – with its treading on the ground amidst flying petals and seven overlapping shadows, truly lives up to its name!"

"As expected of Lü Zhechen's eldest disciple, he has truly mastered all the martial arts. It seems he's in for a beating."

"I heard they beat him half to death last time, and this time, to vent their anger, they'll probably do something even worse."

"What a waste of such poise, all that's left—"

The onlookers were chattering amongst themselves when suddenly they heard a soft whistling sound.

Many scholars and passersby only saw a blur before their eyes as Lu Chenyuan disappeared from the spot, like a blue swan skimming the ground, his afterimage passing through the crowd, swaying like a ghost.

Xu He was still halfway there, his real body mixed among the eight fake bodies, and was thinking about how to make a sneak attack when Lu Chenyuan suddenly moved, ignoring all the fake bodies and rushing towards the real body, arriving in front of him in the blink of an eye.

"A Lone Goose's Fleeting Steps"!
Xu He was taken aback. What happened? Wasn't he flustered last time?
Lu Chenyuan was too fast. Xu He did not expect that he could see through his true form. Caught off guard in the high-speed movement, he could only hurriedly strike out with his palm, trying to exchange offense for defense. However, Lu Chenyuan was quick-witted and immediately took half a step back, brushing past the Green Wood Palm. He seized the opportunity and struck back with his claw, grabbing Xu He's neck with lightning precision in the instant before Xu He could retract his move.

With the Golden Palace Scripture operating at full power, his divine power erupted.

Lu Chenyuan's eyes were cold, and he dug his fingers into the flesh as if he wanted to crush his throat.

In that instant, Xu He felt an unparalleled fear that terrified him, sending chills down his spine as if he had fallen into an ice cave.

Lu Chenyuan really wanted to take this opportunity to kill him!

But hurting someone and killing someone are different things.

This is the capital city, a vital area near the capital, right under the emperor's nose. And now, with everyone watching, we still need to give the law some face.

But even if you don't die, don't expect to live a good life!

Lu Chenyuan tightened his grip, his veins bulging instantly, and suddenly lifted Xu He's body, slamming him hard against the ground!
click-

The sound of bones cracking suddenly rang out!
Xu He's entire body twisted into a bizarre bow shape under immense force, and blood mist spurted from his throat!
The moment his back collided with the bluestone ground, spiderweb-like cracks radiated outwards at an alarming speed!

The three-foot square stone slab collapsed with a crash, and fragments of stone mixed with drops of blood splattered in all directions!
hiss!
A collective gasp of cold air rose from the surrounding area.

What a strength!
Everyone stared dumbfounded at the scene before them, speechless.

Wu Youji was also startled. He was not very talented and his martial arts skills were not high. Seeing this scene, his heart pounded.

"Are you blind?" Lu Chenyuan's protruding knuckles dug deep into Xu He's neck flesh, lifting the limp body back into the air. Looking into those terrified eyes, his voice was very gentle, like a beast disguised as a refined and cultured beast: "Can't you see the crimson feather robe I'm wearing?"

boom!
Lu Chenyuan swung his physical body down again!
With a loud bang, Xu He coughed up blood as his right scapula pierced through his flesh and sprang into the ground!

"Don't you know I'm an Imperial Guard of the Martial Emperor?"

boom!
The third blow struck his waist and abdomen, causing a dull thud like a ripe melon bursting as it collided with the bluestone, shattering his internal organs.

"It's one thing for the Commandant to hit me, but he's the Emperor's own nephew. Who do you think you are?"

boom!
Before the fourth blow even landed, the entire spine emitted a sickening, dislocation-like sound.

"Who do you think you are to act so arrogantly in front of me?!"

Boom boom boom!
Lu Chenyuan grabbed Xu He by the neck and slammed him to the ground repeatedly like a sandbag!
The ground bricks and stones shattered, sending fragments flying everywhere with each impact!

Soon, the blue bricks paving the ground within a radius of ten zhang were as if they had been plowed by the claws of a giant beast.

When Lu Chenyuan finally slammed the humanoid blood bag onto the stone lion base, the white marble beast head exploded into dust. Blood mixed with broken bones dripped onto the ruins, reflecting an eerie phosphorescence in the sunlight.

Xu He was on his deathbed.

The whole street was quiet.

Everyone looked shocked and terrified, and they all retreated in unison, seemingly not expecting him to dare to use such a ruthless move!

This incredibly brutal and violent scene was truly shocking!
Even the seasoned guards gripped their spears tightly, their expressions tense and ready for battle.

Lu Chenyuan took a breath, dusted off his clothes, and transformed back into the gentle and refined young master, as if his previous violence was just an illusion. He looked calmly at Wu Youji.

Wu Youji was startled. He subconsciously took half a step back and bumped into the gate of the mansion. Only then did he realize what had happened and flew into a rage.

He was actually frightened by a mere bodyguard!
"Lu! Chen! Yuan! How dare you—"

Wu Youji was furious and was about to kill Lu Chenyuan when a cold voice suddenly rang out from behind him.

"Her Highness the Princess has summoned you."

A female official dressed in white appeared like a ghost, saying in a manner that was neither humble nor arrogant: "Please, Young Master Lu, move to Xiaoxiang Pavilion."

"..."

Wu Youji's remaining words were stuck in his throat, and a wave of humiliation surged into his heart.

"I humble my position and take orders."

Lu Chenyuan had anticipated this. He strode into the mansion, paused briefly as he passed Wu Youji, and said softly, "Commander, let me give you a piece of advice: stop using such childish methods. Do you think that by skinning me alive, you can frighten others? Or win the princess's favor? You underestimate the world, and you underestimate the princess even more..."

At this point, he took a step closer to Wu Youji and said in a barely audible voice, "Do you know why her people appeared at this time? If I were no match for her, she would immediately come to my aid. If I were, she would wait until I vented my anger before coming to my aid... Do you think I took that beating for nothing? You slapped her in the face! You're surnamed Wu, and she might not touch you, but that doesn't mean you can push your luck and keep interfering. In the end, she doesn't care about me; she hates you. Do you understand?"

Wu Youji's brain buzzed, a surge of blood rushed to his head, causing him to clench his fists and his eyes to turn bloodshot.

A fake couple should act like a fake couple.

You do your thing, I don't care; I'll do mine, so don't meddle!

At that moment, Wu Youji understood the subtext behind it, his body trembled, and his knuckles turned blue and white as he pinched his palm.

Lu Chenyuan was also helpless.

If I don't explain it clearly, this fool really doesn't understand anything. He'll probably pull the same thing again tomorrow. If I explain it clearly, it'll only make me more hated. But luckily, the rich woman's status is strong enough to use her influence to settle things.

Lu Chenyuan stepped forward and followed the female official directly into the Xiaoxiang Pavilion in the back hall.

Only after he completely disappeared did the crowd on the street erupt in cheers.

"Such strength, such ruthless methods! Xu He is completely crippled..."

"How did he figure out 'The Fallen Petals'? That's really strange!"

"With such ability, it's no wonder Her Highness the Princess holds you in high regard."

"What kind of technique is this? Isn't the Lu family's tradition just the tradition of the guards? How can it produce such great strength?"

"Does Your Highness like hypocrites? Then I can be one too!"

"You're nothing!"

Outsiders, enjoying the spectacle, found their jealousy and rivalry lessened.

Lu Chenyuan was impeccably dressed and ruthless, definitely not a simple person. If Her Highness only liked handsome young men, many self-proclaimed dashing men would offer themselves to her. But to have such a face, along with such temperament and ability, was extremely rare.

Among the crowd, the young man who had boldly recited the poem watched the whole thing unfold. He was first surprised, then burst into laughter: "How rare! I thought all the men in the capital were servile and obsequious! I never expected that this male concubine would be the one with backbone. Interesting, very interesting!"

(End of this chapter)