Danwu God Emperor

The Ye family members finally breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Elder Chongzhong had managed to keep them in check, otherwise it would have been a disaster that wiped out the entire clan. However, one wave subsided only for another to rise. The news of the Ye family head's betrayal quickly spread throughout the streets and alleys of Wushan Town.

Ye Haotian acted decisively, immediately issuing orders to consolidate the Ye family's power. Whenever there was a clash with the other two families, he avoided direct confrontation, which stabilized the situation.

For some reason, thunder suddenly roared and a light drizzle began to fall. Ye Lou helped Ye Chongzhong walk along the secluded corridor back to the Martial Arts Pavilion, and the latter couldn't help but look up at the sky.

"The sky is going to change!"

Ye Lou naturally understood the profound meaning behind these words. Ye Shan and Ye He had betrayed them, Elder Chong Zhong was seriously injured, his father was still recovering, and it was unknown when the other two elders would be able to return. At present, the Ye family simply did not have the strength to confront the other two major families.

Currently, it seems that both the Dong and Wu families are waiting for the other to make a move, but once the two families reach an agreement, the Ye family will be lambs to the slaughter.

puff!

Ye Chongzhong spat out another mouthful of blood; his injuries were more serious than he had imagined.

"Elder!"

"I didn't expect Ye Cheng'an's Blood Demon Sword Technique to be this powerful. I'm afraid that in three years, I will no longer be his match!" Ye Chongzhong waved his hand, actually letting go of Ye Lou's hand, and dragged his feet step by step toward the Martial Arts Pavilion.

Ye Lou stood rooted to the spot, watching that lonely figure, his fists clenching involuntarily. He knew that Elder Chongzhong valued the Ye family more than his injuries.

If it weren't for him, Elder Chongzhong wouldn't have broken his promise, and the Ye family wouldn't be in this situation.

"Lou'er!" Ye Chongzhong suddenly turned around and called out.

"Ah!" Ye Lou was stunned.

"No matter what happens to the Ye family next, you must survive. You are the hope of the Ye family!" After saying this, Ye Chongzhong sighed helplessly and gradually disappeared into the corridor.

Is the Ye family truly headed for destruction? It's all my fault that this situation has come to this!

Ye Chongzhong's despair plunged Ye Lou into deep self-blame. Regardless of right or wrong, he took all the responsibility upon himself, thinking, "I absolutely cannot let the Ye family's century-old foundation be destroyed in an instant."

There must be a way! Ye Lou desperately tried to think of a solution.

"Lou'er, how is Elder Chongzhong's injury?"

Ye Lou was startled awake. He turned around and saw Ye Haotian rushing over anxiously. He asked, "Father, why are you here! How are things at the Ye family?"

"I've made all the arrangements! I was worried about the elder's injuries and couldn't help but come and check on him!"

Ye Lou looked at the tightly closed gates of the Martial Arts Pavilion and said, "Although the elder is seriously injured, he should be out of danger. What he is most worried about now is the safety of the Ye family and whether the Dong and Wu families have made any moves."

"It shouldn't be that fast, but it's only a matter of time. Right now, the Ye family doesn't have absolute strength as a backing, and they're in a precarious situation!"

"A backup plan?" A flash of inspiration struck Ye Lou, and he clapped his hands in delight. "A backup plan! I've got it! Father, let's go to the Brahma Sound Pavilion!"

"Fanyinfang? Isn't that a place of pleasure and debauchery?" Ye Haotian looked at his son in surprise. Now that the Ye family is in this state, does he still have the mind to indulge in pleasure?

"Father, you must believe me." A place that produces a verdant fairy mushroom with a single move is definitely not ordinary!

Seeing Ye Lou's determined look, Ye Haotian followed without hesitation. Ye Lou was much stronger than before and was fully capable of handling things on his own. If he didn't believe him, who else could he believe?

The two changed into clean clothes and headed to the Brahma Sound Pavilion. Even in broad daylight, the place was bustling with women, a scene of merriment. Ye Lou stepped inside, followed closely by Ye Haotian, as many glamorous women cast flirtatious glances their way.

However, Ye Lou did not respond and walked towards the courtyard behind the Brahma Sound Pavilion. After passing through the long corridor, the crowd gradually thinned out.

Ye Haotian looked around in surprise. "Lou'er, I've been to this Fanyinfang once or twice before for the sake of the Ye family's business, but why have I never been to this place before?"

"I'm not entirely sure either. Let's go over there first." Ye Lou pointed to the gate in front of them. There were still two maids guarding the gate, but they weren't the same two maids as before.

"Halt!" Before Ye Lou even got close, he heard a maid shout. "Private area, no unauthorized personnel allowed."

The attendant goddess had a serious expression. With so many people coming and going from the Brahma Sound Pavilion every day, she was used to trespassers like Ye Lou. She even stopped some spoiled brats who relied on their wealth and status.

Ye Lou stepped forward and said, "Please tell Mu Wanrou that Ye Lou has something to ask to see her."

"How dare you address my young lady by her name! Take this!" The maid on the left had a fiery temper and drew her sword at the slightest provocation.

"Wait!" The maid on the right looked Ye Lou up and down, then said, "He was able to find the Brahma Sound Pavilion and knows Miss's name, so he may have some connection with Miss. You stay here and watch over them, I'll go in and inform them."

The maid on the left pondered for a moment, then nodded. "Alright!"

Another maid pushed open the door and went in, and the scene quieted down. Ye Lou stood there waiting. He wasn't afraid of Mu Wanrou playing any tricks. She had given him her life, so what was there to worry about?

A moment later, a maid came out, followed by a young woman with her hair tied up with a hairpin, wearing light makeup, dressed in a dark robe, with a plump figure and light, powerful steps. She was clearly a master of unfathomable strength.

"You're injured again? Come in, let me take a look." The young woman was kind and approachable, without any airs. "And who is this?"

"This is my father, Ye Haotian." Ye Lou was puzzled. Had they met before? However, sensing the friendly demeanor of the young woman in front of him, he responded politely.

Ye Haotian stepped forward and nodded.

"But Ye Haotian, the God of War of the Ye family, truly lives up to his reputation. Come in."

The young woman's friendly behavior also shocked the two maids. The Brahma Sound Pavilion opened its doors to welcome guests, but the courtyard inside never received more than five guests in a year.

They never expected that these two unremarkable men would be personally greeted by Aunt Lan.

The young woman led the two in, then turned around and said with an embarrassed smile, "I've forgotten to introduce myself. Everyone here calls me Aunt Lan. I'm the one who healed your injuries before."

Ye Lou suddenly realized that she was the Aunt Lan that Mu Wanrou had been calling out for while taking a bath that day. He quickly said, "This junior thanks Aunt Lan for saving my life."

"Don't mention it. Although I did some work, you got through it all on your own. You ate a whole Green Fairy Mushroom and were fine. Wanrou is in the pavilion ahead. I'll take you there."

On the way, Aunt Lan introduced the courtyard to Ye Lou and his son. She was quite kind, which puzzled Ye Haotian. When did Ye Lou befriend such a powerful person?

Before long, the three of them arrived at a flower bush. After passing through the flowers, they saw that what appeared before them was a pavilion in the middle of the river. The pavilion was built against the mountain and by the water, with white gauze fluttering in the air. Inside, a woman could be vaguely seen waving a colorful ribbon.

Everything was like a dream, like a fairyland on earth.

"Wanrou!"

Aunt Lan called out and stepped onto the giant rock in the river to reach the outside of the pavilion, with Ye Lou and his son following behind.

Mu Wanrou was in a great mood, but when she lifted the white veil and saw Ye Lou, her face instantly darkened. "You scoundrel, what are you doing here? Has your father's injury healed?"

"How can you talk like that? You were in the wrong in the first place," Aunt Lan said, frowning.

"Aunt Lan, why are you taking the side of outsiders? It was him... he's shameless." Mu Wanrou stomped her feet in anger.

"Still being so unreasonable." Aunt Lan shook her head with a wry smile. "Don't mind her, I've taken care of Wanrou since she was little. Actually, she's cold on the outside but warm on the inside."

"I'm fine, and I should thank Miss Mu for saving my life." Ye Haotian clasped his hands in a respectful gesture.

Aunt Lan took out two pills from her Qiankun bag and said, "Here are two Hundred Herbs Pills. Take them quickly."

Ye Haotian was startled. The Hundred Herbs Pill was a well-known healing medicine. Even for the direct descendants of the Ye family, obtaining it was not an easy task. This woman in front of him offered two pills. Lou'er had indeed met a benefactor.

Ye Lou didn't mince words at all, took the pills and tossed them into his mouth. Ye Haotian was shocked; he had just given away two mid-grade one-star pills, which was indeed extraordinary.

"Hmph, what exactly are you doing here?" Mu Wanrou said irritably.

Ye Lou didn't hide anything and told them everything about his life-or-death battle with Ye Leng. Mu Wanrou was very excited, and even Aunt Lan nodded with pleasure. Not only did this boy challenge someone of a higher level, but his indomitable spirit was also very pleasing to her.

"Therefore, Aunt Lan, I would be extremely grateful if you could help the Ye family overcome this difficulty!"

"No! Absolutely not!" Before Ye Lou could finish speaking, Mu Wanrou decisively refused, and then hugged Aunt Lan's arm and said, "Aunt Lan, he was wrong last time. Besides, our Fanyinfang never interferes in family disputes outside."

Aunt Lan remained silent. Ye Lou sensed something was wrong; if this continued, Aunt Lan might actually be persuaded by that little girl.

So she said, "Aunt Lan, Miss Mu may have misunderstood me. Actually, what happened last time was because..."

"Don't say it!" Mu Wanrou shouted in fright.

Ye Lou glanced at her, calm and composed, and still said, "It's because of me..."

"You dare!" Mu Wanrou exclaimed anxiously.

"It was because I was careless..."

"I agree! I agree!" Mu Wanrou gritted her teeth, her eyes practically bulging out of their sockets.

Ye Lou couldn't help but smile slightly, but quickly regained his composure and stopped talking. He figured that if he could handle this little brat, Aunt Lan should be fine.

"I disagree!" Aunt Lan suddenly said.