Before long, the dust settled and everyone could clearly see the state of the two. Evan Chu was half-kneeling on the ground, clutching his longsword, blood streaming from his mouth, his face completely drained of color—a clear sign of severe internal injuries.
But the condition of the old man from the City Lord’s Mansion was even more shocking. Though he was still standing, one of his arms had vanished without a trace, and blood was gushing from his shoulder.
His clothes were already stained red, blood pouring from his mouth as well. He was even more gravely injured than Evan Chu, and looked ready to collapse at any moment.
At this moment, Evan Chu slowly stood up, a victorious smile on his pale face. He knew he couldn’t kill his opponent today—he had no strength left in his body.
Standing up now was purely a matter of stubborn willpower, but he had to pretend he wasn’t seriously hurt.
“Old man, you really are a shameless bastard! We agreed on three moves, but you tried to cheat—don’t you have any pride?” Evan Chu wiped the blood from his mouth, his face full of fury.
Hearing Evan Chu’s words, the old man spat out another mouthful of blood, at a loss for how to respond.
At that moment, Roxanne Lin and Jenny Sima rushed to Evan Chu and the old man’s sides respectively.
“Evan, are you okay? I can’t believe you’re this strong! I almost don’t trust my own eyes!” Roxanne Lin’s eyes were full of admiration.
“You should know who your man is—dealing with him was a piece of cake!” Evan Chu said, spitting blood as he spoke.
At this moment, he could clearly feel that the hand he’d punched with was still numb—most likely crippled.
Piece of cake? Look at you, you’re still spitting blood." Roxanne said worriedly, her face full of distress.
It’s nothing. The old man’s in even worse shape than me. Isn’t your man amazing? He beat an Earth Martial third-level master.
Hearing 'your man, your man,' Roxanne blushed and couldn’t help but nod, saying, "Very amazing. If he wasn’t, how could he be my man?"
You... Evan hadn’t expected Roxanne to show this side. Truly, you become who you’re with.
Jenny Sima came to the old man’s side. Seeing his current state, her brows furrowed slightly. For Evan Chu to injure him like this—what kind of strength was that?
Though shocked inside, she didn’t show it. “Elder Wu, how are your injuries?”
The old man’s face was deathly pale. Weakly, he said, “Miss, I was too arrogant. I didn’t expect that boy to have such strength. I can guarantee he hasn’t broken through to the Earth Martial Realm.”
The aura he unleashed when using that technique was terrifying. I’m sure that wasn’t stellar force, but something even stronger.
That kid has too many secrets. I underestimated him, and this is the result.
Jenny Sima pondered what kind of power could be stronger than stellar force, but no matter how long she thought, she couldn’t come up with a clue.
Seeing the missing part of his arm, Jenny Sima gained a new understanding of Evan Chu—she had to find out the truth.
Jenny Sima took out a red pill and said, “Take this pill—it’ll ease your injuries. Today’s matter ends here.”
The old man swallowed the pill in one gulp and said, “Thank you, Miss. My internal organs are badly damaged—I must heal quickly, or my life is at risk!”
Merrick Chu and the others also came to Evan Chu’s side, all concerned about his injuries. For the Chu Family, having such a master meant a great deal.
Jenny Sima glanced at Evan Chu, then addressed the crowd: “The matter between the Liu and Chu Families ends here. If anyone stirs up trouble again, the City Lord’s Mansion won’t hesitate to wipe out their clan.”
Jenny Sima used the City Lord’s Mansion’s authority to suppress everyone—no one dared utter a word. The Mansion could easily destroy a family, and there were many experts like Elder Wu, not to mention the terrifying City Lord.
To the Liu and Gongsun clans, Jenny Sima’s words sounded like a heavenly decree—they hurriedly left, looking as miserable as if they’d lost their fathers.
Evan Chu knew Jenny Sima was under tremendous pressure for making this decision—the City Lord’s Mansion usually didn’t interfere in clan affairs, but she’d done it for him.
“Evan Chu, Roxanne Lin, listen up! You must reach Heavenly Dragon Academy within a month, or bear the consequences.” Jenny Sima said, then left the crowd, with Elder Wu limping after her.
Evan Chu stared blankly as Jenny Sima and Elder Wu left, her words and the burden on his shoulders making him suddenly restless.
Evan, are you okay? Look at you, you look like a beggar. What are you thinking about? You should hurry back and focus on healing." Roxanne Lin said with concern.
Evan Chu slowly pulled himself together, looked at Roxanne Lin, and managed a faint smile.
Roxanne, I’m fine. Only after today did I realize how ridiculous I used to be. Jenny Sima could end this whole affair with just a word—that’s the power of true strength.
The City Lord’s Mansion has powerful warriors, so she has the right to speak like that. But we’re nothing—in front of absolute power, we’re not even ants.
Don’t be discouraged, Evan! Think about it—from a publicly recognized waste to a genius like you, it didn’t take long. As long as you keep working, I believe you’ll become a true powerhouse!
Thank you, Roxanne! Come on, let’s go inside—I have so much to tell you!
At that moment, in a nearby corner, a pair of eyes burning with hatred watched Evan Chu and Roxanne Lin.
Evan Chu, don’t get cocky. Today’s grudge—I, Liam Liu, will make you suffer, and as for the Lin Family, just wait. One day, I’ll wipe you out, leave no one alive!
Wait, Evan!" Merrick Chu called out.
What is it, Dad?
How are your injuries? I’ll have Yanran bring you some medicine soon!
It’s nothing serious, Dad. Don’t worry about me.
The Chu and Lin Families both suffered heavy losses this time. Let’s discuss it in the council hall soon. Evan, since you’re injured, you don’t need to attend." Dominic Chu said.
It’s fine. I’ll go back to heal after the meeting.
Normally, only elders and guest elders could enter the council hall, but Dominic Chu was clearly raising Evan Chu’s status by letting him join.
Even if Dominic Chu hadn’t done this, with Evan Chu’s current strength, no one in the family would dare object.
Soon, everyone entered the Chu Family’s council hall. More than ten people were there—Dominic Chu, Merrick Chu, Victor Lin, Damon Lin, and the invited Lu Clan Twin Heroes.
Dominic Chu appointed the Lu Clan Twin Heroes as guest elders for the Zhao Family, and they agreed. There were also several other guest elders.
This family upheaval has caused everyone to suffer. I deeply apologize, and especially thank the Lu Clan Twin Heroes for their great help.
Of course, I also thank our in-laws for their full support. I won’t say more—let’s get down to business!" Dominic Chu said bluntly.
First, many disciples died or were wounded this time. The dead will have tablets placed in the ancestral hall; the wounded will receive the best healing medicines and two months’ extra stipend. The Lu Clan Twin Heroes will handle these matters.
Yes, Patriarch!" the two replied in unison.
Next, what should we do about Rowan Chu’s loyal followers?" Dominic Chu asked.