Rebirth of the Supreme Immortal Emperor
Chapter 145 - 145 144 An Innocent Man Is Blamed for Possessing a Priceless Jade!

145: Chapter 144: An Innocent Man Is Blamed for Possessing a Priceless Jade!

145: Chapter 144: An Innocent Man Is Blamed for Possessing a Priceless Jade!

“This young friend, I am Elder Cheng Dahai of the Taiping Sect’s Outer Sect.

Frankly speaking, the jade stone in your hands seems to have a certain fate with our Taiping Sect.”

“However, in our Taiping Sect, we prioritize benevolence and righteousness in all our actions.

Since you’ve purchased this item for five million, I am willing to double the price.

Moreover, I can make an exception to accept you as a registered disciple of the Taiping Sect.

Would you be willing to part with this item and sell it to me?”

The Taiping Sect originated from the Taiping Sect established by the Great Heavenly Master Zhang Jiao at the end of the Eastern Han, which later transformed after the failure of the Yellow Turban Rebellion.

When Heavenly Master Zhang Jiao was executed, the remaining disciples concealed their identities and scattered throughout the worldly society.

To escape the imperial pursuit, they renamed the Taiping Sect into the Taiping Sect, which has been passed down to this day.

Alongside Dragon Tiger Mountain, Wudang Mountain, and the Heavenly Master Sect, they are collectively known as the Four Great Mysterious Sects of Huaxia.

“Pah, Cheng Dahai, do you have no shame?

Claiming to be fated with treasures when you see one.

I might as well say I’m fated with the pretty wife you just married; am I allowed to sleep with her one night?”

Before Elder Cheng Dahai could even finish speaking, a middle-aged man with a sarcastic tone began to mock.

This man was named Wan Chengfeng, the second-in-command of the Ten Thousand Horses Hall, and a Martial Artist at the Inner Strength Peak.

Though Ten Thousand Horses Hall could not compare with the foundation of the Taiping Sect, they have rapidly accumulated vast wealth through their horse farms.

In this era where martial arts is waning and capital is king, they have indeed made a splash.

Moreover, Wan Chengfeng is famously sharp-tongued, like a small annoying dog; he dares to retort no matter who he is facing.

Elder Cheng Dahai roared furiously, “Wan Chengfeng, watch your tongue when you speak.

Otherwise, don’t blame me for being ruthless!”

Wan Chengfeng was not to be outdone, retorting sharply, “Heh, Cheng Dahai, while others may fear your Taiping Sect, I, Wan Chengfeng, do not.

If you wish to fight, come at me with all you’ve got!”

After speaking, he no longer paid any attention to Cheng Dahai, whose face had turned an iron blue, and turned to approach Li Chen.

“Young brother, do you happen to like horse racing?

My Ten Thousand Horses Hall has tens of thousands of fine horses.

If you are willing to part with the jade stone in your hands, I am willing to exchange it for a hundred horses capable of traveling a thousand miles each!”

One horse capable of a thousand-mile journey is worth no less than a high-end BMW.

A hundred of such horses would be worth billions in total.

Seeing Wan Chengfeng’s generous offer, everyone present couldn’t help but show a look of surprise.

Just then, another elegantly dressed middle-aged man strode forward.

“It’s better to teach someone to fish than to give them fish.

Money or fine horses are all but externalities, while improving one’s own strength is the true path to establishing oneself in the world!”

After uttering such a scholarly remark, he walked up to Li Chen, nodded slightly: “Young friend Li Chen, I am Ye Canghai, the Qingchengg Sword Sect Young Master.

If you are willing to part with the jade stone in your hands, I can beseech my father to take you in as a closed-door disciple and teach you the ultimate techniques of Swordsmanship!”

The Qingchengg Sword Sect is one of Huaxia’s Twelve Martial Arts Sects, though not as profound as the Four Sects of Mystical Sect, it is nonetheless a massive institution with hundreds of years of tradition.

Its strength is famous throughout the worldly society for its unparalleled Qingchengg Swordsmanship and should not be underestimated.

“Haha, haha…”

Li Chen couldn’t help but burst out laughing at the sight of this group of fools jumping around in front of him.

Instantly, the expressions on everyone’s faces darkened.

“Kid, what are you laughing at?”

Li Chen waved his hand leisurely, “Seeing a bunch of flies buzzing around, I found it somewhat amusing and couldn’t hold back the laughter.

My apologies.

Please, continue, continue, I promise I won’t laugh again.

Haha, haha… Sorry, I couldn’t help it again!”

All the dignitaries present, witnessing how this young man in his prime dared mock them indirectly as flies, were all infuriated.

“Li Chen, you are but a young man with some skill in fist and foot.

How dare you be so insolent, are you not afraid of attracting disaster upon yourself?”

“Indeed, the world’s treasures belong to those who are capable.

As just a youth, what right do you have to this precious gem?”

“Young man, we understand your youthful arrogance and fearlessness, as the calf does not fear the tiger.

But you also need to understand the principle that innocence bears no guilt, but possession of a gem does!”

Seeing intimidation and threats fail, Cheng Dahai, Wan Chengfeng, Ye Canghai, and the others began to jump and shout angrily.

Watching this group of clowns making a ruckus in front of him, Li Chen couldn’t help but shake his head.

In the eyes of others, being an elder of the Taiping Sect, second-in-command of the Ten Thousand Horses Hall, or the Young Master of the Qingchengg Sword Sect are all respected and untouchable figures.

However, in his eyes, Li Chen, they all had but one name, and that was ants.

And if an adjective were to be added, that would be foolish ants.

If they really angered him, he could squash them all with a single slap, and see who would dare to bark at him like mad dogs?

Moo Xi saw that Li Chen seemed about to incur public wrath, her pretty face flushed with urgency, and she hurriedly stepped forward and exclaimed, “I am Moo Family’s Moo Xi; Li Chen is a distinguished guest of my grandfather.

Whoever dares to trouble him is making an enemy of the Moo Family!”

The Moo Family could only be considered a second-rate power in the worldly society.

However, they were the rising stars in the military.

Although Old Sir Moo had long since retired to the second line, he had spent his life in the military, with students and officials spread throughout the forces.

Not to mention anything else, just speaking of the nearby Jinling Military Region, there are quite a few influential figures who had served under Old Sir Moo.

Offending the Moo Family on this account could bring a host of troublesome issues one after the other.

Whether it was the Twelve Martial Arts Sects or the Four Great Profound Sects, none dared to openly defy the state’s instruments of violence.

Suddenly, those who had just been so haughty all simmered down.

Looking around at each other, they exchanged glances with unease and skepticism, big eyes staring at small ones.

“Heh heh, no wonder you dare to be so arrogant, you have the Donghua Moo Family to rely on!”

“Hmph, what kind of hero is someone who relies on a woman to get ahead?”

“Talk about being a hero, I think he doesn’t even qualify as a man.

Just a pretty boy who lives off a woman!”

…

Upon hearing their ridicule, an obvious anger surfaced on Li Chen’s face.

It seems that if these ants were not shown some color, they would never know why the flowers are so red.

Li Chen’s eyes suddenly turned frigid, preparing to strike secretly, intending to execute the few most vociferous mad dogs.

Just as he was covertly channeling his True Yuan, an aged voice full of vicissitudes suddenly rang out.

“Gentlemen, as people of the worldly society, righteousness should come first.

Since Li Chen, the young friend, does not wish to part with it, why force the issue?

Cough, cough…”

Before the sentence was finished, a violent cough ensued, vaguely revealing traces of blood.

“Grandfather, Grandfather!”

Situ Xiaoyue, seeing this, rushed forward to support him, gently patting the hunched back of the old man.

The old man was none other than Situ Nan, who had commanded respect in Jiangdong for thirty years, the towering pillar of the Situ Family.

However, at this moment, he was already devoid of his former prowess, nothing more than a frail body, hanging on to a thread of life.

Wan Chengfeng, like a mad dog, snapping at anyone he saw.

“Mr.

Situ, you’re already one foot in the grave, why do you still love to meddle so much?”

Seeing Situ Nan speak up, Cheng Dahai also stepped down the ladder he was provided.

After all, this was Jinling, where killing and seizing treasures would have endless repercussions.

“Li Chen, lad, since Mr.

Situ has spoken, I will give him some respect.

However, I hope you will seriously consider my earlier proposal.

A man is not guilty; holding a jade invites sin.”

“That’s right, don’t be deluded.

After all, you’re still young, and to lose your life over a piece of jade, that would be too unworthy.”

“I will reiterate, the treasures of the world should be possessed by those who are worthy.

You, who knows only the basics of martial arts as a young man, think to monopolize such a treasure; it’s not a wise move.

It’s not just about owning, but also about being able to enjoy it!”

…

Faced with the threats and temptations from Cheng Dahai, Wan Chengfeng, and others, Li Chen just forced a cold sneer through his clenched teeth.

He raised the Spirit Crystal in his hand and said solemnly, “Gentlemen, to the southwest of Jinling there’s a mountain called Yuhua Mountain.

If any of you feels destined for the crystal stone in my hands, after tonight’s auction concludes, feel free to take it.

I will be there, awaiting your esteemed arrival!”

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