Immortal of the Nine Realms

Chapter 50: You’ll Be the One Humiliated

Director Zhao and the others clenched their fists in frustration. Now that Enforcement Envoy Liu had brought the law into the picture, it would be harder for them to get Yuan Zhuang out of here.

Enforcement Envoys had the authority to arrest officials. On top of that, the Valiant Defenders was an autonomous organization outside of the Six Bureaus, and they reported directly to the emperor. This meant that they were only accountable to the emperor.

Seeing how the crowd had gone silent, Enforcement Envoy Liu chuckled. War Go Fang, why dont you leave the criminal and walk out of this place with your dignity. It wont look good on anyone if this matter blows up.

Youre wrong. Youre the only one who will be humiliated, Fang Chen replied.

He suddenly flitted up to Enforcement Envoy Liu and dished out a resounding slap that sent the latter flying over a distance of twenty meters.

None of the Valiant Defenders could react on time. By the time they realized what had happened, it was already too late. Enforcement Envoy Liu had already crashed heavily into the ground, and his cheeks swelled up at a visible pace.

Fast!

The crowd was taken aback. This strike left no room for doubt that Fang Chen had indeed regained his cultivation. The rectifiers and constables from the Court of Great Brilliance were overjoyed to see Enforcement Envoy Liu being humbled.

How dare you attack me in the barracks? Fang Chen, are you staging a revolt?! Enforcement Envoy Liu held his cheek as he glared at Fang Chen in resentment and humiliation.

I have struck plenty of higher-ranking officials than you over the years, but no one has ever accused me of staging a revolt before. Fang Chen laughed. Enforcement Envoy Liu, do your part and dont mess with me again. It wont end with just a slap next time.

Fang Chen, do you think you call the shots in Great Xia? You might have made huge contributions to Great Xia in the past, but it was all canceled out by your defeat in the Three Realms Mountain! Enforcement Envoy Liu roared. His Majesty spared you out of the kindness of his heart, but instead of reflecting on your behavior, you interfered in the Valiant Defenders affairs. Do you have any respect for His Majesty?

I have utmost respect for His Majesty. Fang Chen clasped his fist in the direction of the imperial palace before looking back at Enforcement Envoy Liu. But who do you think you are to use His Majestys name to suppress me? You seem to have your head in the clouds.

Enforcement Envoy Liu was rendered speechless, and his face turned livid.

No one in the crowd dared to take Fang Chen as a mere blind man.

Fang Chen might have gone silent for five years, but his innate ferocity had not receded in the least. If anything, it had grown sharper, though it was manifesting in a more concealed manner.

Niu Jue felt it the most vividly of those present. If Fang Chen previously felt like an insurmountable mountain, he was more like the treacherous tides of a vast ocean hidden beneath a calm surface now.

Hahaha! I would have never expected War God Fang to pay a visit to my barracks. I apologize for my subordinates lack of etiquette. They neglected to inform me, so I ended up arriving late. Do forgive me for that, War God Fang.

There was hearty laughter, and a middle-aged man dressed in a flood dragon robe walked in with a group of Valiant Defenders. His strides were wide, and energy cloaked his body. He was a Ki Control martial artist, and a fairly strong one at that.

The commander of the inner citys Valiant Defenders, Xiao Shence!

Paying respect to the commander!

All of the Valiant Defenders bowed to Xiao Shence as they heaved a sigh of relief. They were glad that the commander was here to hold the fort today, or else they would be utterly humiliated by War God Fang today.

The Court of Great Brilliances rectifiers revealed grim looks. Only Director Zhao remained composed despite standing in the presence of Xiao Shence.

Big brother Xiao, youre being too distant by saying those words, Fang Chen replied.

The crowd was stunned. Fang Chen and Xiao Shence know each other?

Enforcement Envoy Lius heart grew heavy. He was certain there was no way Fang Chen and Xiao Shence could have been acquainted, considering Xiao Shences background.

Im flattered that youre still willing to call me big brother Xiao. Haa, little brother Fang, I hope you dont blame me for not visiting you in the Fang Manor for the last five years, Xiao Shence said with a sigh.

The Valiant Defenders has a lot on its hands. Big brother Xiao, as the commander of the Valiant Defenders, is bound to be busy. I understand, Fang Chen replied with a smile.

Thats good to hear. Xiao Shence nodded. He looked at Enforcement Envoy Liu, followed by Yuan Zhuang, before suddenly sighing. Little brother Fang, I have already heard about what happened. Enforcement Envoy Liu has gone through proper procedures and filed the relevant documents, so Ill be put in a spot if you take away that man just like that. How will others view our Valiant Defenders if news spreads? I wont be able to face His Majesty either.

A triumphant glint flashed across Enforcement Envoy Lius eyes.

Those from the Court of Great Brilliance turned grim, as they could tell that Xiao Shence was disinclined to free Yuan Zhuang.

Yuan Yu was nervous. Yuan Zhuang was so severely injured that he could hardly open his mouth. He wouldnt survive for long if he was left here.

I have already considered this on your behalf, big brother Xiao, Fang Chen said. He turned toward the barracks entrance and called out, Fifth King.

Fifth King? Xiao Shence and the others were startled. They turned their heads over, and the Fifth King was indeed here.

Those from the Court of Great Brilliance were overjoyed. The Fifth King was their court master, their highest superior. It couldnt be a coincidence that he was here today.

Fang Chen, you found him? I told you. How could a living person abruptly vanish into thin air? the Fifth King said with a chuckle. He then turned to Xiao Shence with cold eyes, Xiao Shence, how brazen you have become to capture my man without informing me, the court master?

I was planning to, but I was delayed by some matters, Enforcement Envoy Liu exclaimed.

Who are you? Scram aside! The Fifth King glared at Enforcement Envoy Liu.

Enforcement Envoy Liu felt humiliated, and it further maddened him that he couldnt even retort.

Enforcement Envoy Liu could have been more meticulous in how he handled the matter, but he has gone through the proper procedures, so Xiao Shence replied with a smile.

Our Court of Great Brilliance has also gone through the proper procedures. Look at it yourself. Someone reported Yuan Zhuang for receiving a bribe, and we have issued an arrest warrant for him months ago. We were just delayed by other matters, but your people got in ahead of us. The Fifth King tossed Xiao Shence a case scroll. Are you done looking at it? Our case predates yours, right? No arguments? Well be taking him with us then.

He turned to Director Zhao and bellowed, What are you waiting for? Take him!

Yes, court master! Director Zhao replied with a clasped fist. He ordered his subordinates to receive Yuan Zhuang from Xu Ge and Yuan Yus hands before taking their leave.

How is it? Are you done looking through it? the Fifth King asked Xiao Shence.

Looks like its indeed a misunderstanding, Xiao Shence replied before returning the case scroll to the Fifth King.

Best to avoid such misunderstandings, dont you think? I dont have a good temper. If I ever drop dead from anger one day, my emperor brother might just lop off your head, the Fifth King remarked. He then turned to Fang Chen and asked, Shall we go?

Of course, Fifth King, Fang Chen replied with a nod.

The crowd couldnt help but notice that the two of them walked side by side when they left.

Enforcement Envoy Lius face turned livid. He didnt expect Yuan Zhuang to be taken away just like that.

Xiao Shence saw off Fang Chen and the others before he turned to Enforcement Envoy Liu and sneered, Make sure to be more thorough next time, or else things will end up as they did today. Not only was I unable to stand up for you, but I even embarrassed myself too. Look for me later. I want to know why you arrested Yuan Zhuang!

Yes Enforcement Envoy Liu softly replied.

Starves China etiquette trivia:

Its tradition for the higher-ranking individual to walk in front, while the lower-ranking individual walks behind. The fact that Fang Chen and the Fifth King walks side by side means that they view each other to be equals.