Chapter 23

Chapter 23: Courting Death (1)

Not only that, Shen Feiyan had deliberately dressed in a dazzling red dress, adorned with a golden-trimmed matching blouse. Her hair, like clouds, swayed gently as she walked, exuding elegance and charm. She looked even more festive than a newlywed bride.

Ye Wuchen had almost been beaten to death, yet she chose to wear such attire... In an instant, the entire Ye family was enraged!

"Shen, what are you doing here? Our Ye family doesn't welcome you. Get out!" One of the Ye family's guards spoke up first.

"Yes, get out!"

"Scram!"

Everyone yelled, then moved forward to block the entrance to the main hall. Seeing this, Shen Feiyan quickly approached Mo Jinli with a frightened look. Mo Jinli, being a royal prince, was usually arrogant and had never experienced such treatment before. He angrily exclaimed,

"What are you all doing? Don't you know to retreat for your prince?"

The crowd didn't budge, resulting in a standoff. At that moment, Ye Hong, who was inside the main hall, suddenly spoke up,

"Let them in."

Old Marquis spoke up. Despite their lingering fury, the crowd had no choice but to make way. Mo Jinli's face turned grim as he snorted coldly before entering the main hall alongside Shen Feiyan.

"Miss Shen has met Marquis and Uncle Ye," Shen Feiyan greeted with a bright smile. Her composure exuded a hint of mirth, completely erasing any trace of fear. Witnessing her reaction, Ye Jingtian immediately responded coldly:

"I am not worthy of such an address from Miss Shen. I wonder, however, what brings you here today?"

"What are you talking about, Uncle Ye? As a junior, it's only natural for me to call you 'Uncle.' As for my visit today, it was actually at the request of my grandfather. He heard that your young master was injured outside and is deeply concerned, so he sent me over to pay a visit."

As she spoke, Shen Feiyan glanced at Ye Wuchen, who lay motionless on a cushioned bench, his face pale. A hint of satisfaction flickered in her eyes.

This blatant provocation instantly enraged the Ye family, and Old Marquis Ye Hong slammed his palm down with a thunderous boom, shattering the nearby Spirit Bone Square Table into pieces!

"Ridiculous! Do you think the Ye family is defenseless?"

With his roar, a wave of green-tier spirit pressure engulfed the surroundings. Shen Feiyan was only at the middle-stage Crimson tier; how could she withstand such overwhelming pressure? Cold sweat broke out on her forehead, and she struggled to remain standing.

Seeing Shen Feiyan on the verge of collapsing, Mo Jinli's expression darkened, but he had no choice but to intervene:

"Marquis, please calm down."

Being a member of the royal family, Mo Jinli still had to maintain his dignity. Upon hearing this, Ye Hong withdrew his spiritual pressure. Then, Mo Jinli continued:

"I have come today, having heard that your young master has suffered grave injuries. I bring with me a sacred Blood Purifying Pill from the Cloud Peak Manor. The Blood Purifying Pills of the Cloud Peak Manor are always highly valued. This particular one was specially requested by my father from them just a few days ago. I only possess this one pill.

However, regardless of how precious this pill is, I had a connection with Xiyao. Even if we have no further ties in the future, it wouldn't be right for me to stand idly by. Moreover, the Ye family has rendered services to the court. Thus, whether in an official or personal capacity, I feel compelled to lend a hand."

As he spoke, Mo Jinli indeed took out a small jade bottle from his bosom. Ye Hong, who had just managed to calm down, instantly felt veins popping on his forehead. His fingers curled into claws, piercing fiercely into the armrest of his chair.

"So, Prince Xuan's visit today is to propose exchanging this Blood Purifying Pill for the cancellation of the marriage contract with Yao'er?"