Chapter 988: Provoking Him

Chapter 988: Chapter 988: Provoking Him

"Alas, it seems these two are going to be in big trouble, the eldest young master of the Chen Family is not someone to be messed with."

Someone looked at Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao with concern, seemingly having foreseen the consequences they were about to face.

Others watched coldly, secretly feeling schadenfreude, thinking they were indeed too overconfident.

Chen Rui’s face became increasingly somber. He, the dignified eldest young master of the Chen Family, had been pampered all his life. When had he ever been treated like this?

The chill in his eyes grew stronger, like an enraged beast, ready to explode at any moment.

However, Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao’s expressions remained calm, unmoved by Chen Rui’s threats.

The two shared a mutual understanding and trust, never backing down easily regardless of the challenge they faced.

Chen Rui’s face turned livid instantly, not expecting these two inconspicuous figures to be so arrogant, completely disregarding him.

His fists clenched tightly, anger burned fiercely in his chest, his aura suddenly heightened, like a lion on the verge of an outburst, irate beyond measure.

"What do you two think you are?" Chen Rui roared, his voice shaking everyone in the teahouse, "Do you really think you’re big shots? It’s ridiculously ignorant! The treasure you’re seeking is guarded by people personally assigned by Saint Son Jiang, do you think you have the ability to break through the layers of defense of the Jiang Ancient Clan to see that treasure?"

His gaze, as sharp as a knife, swept viciously over Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao, wishing he could tear them apart right there. "I kindly gave you an opportunity to connect with my Chen Family, yet you foolishly refused! Who do you think you are? Do you even know where you are?"

There was intense disdain and anger in Chen Rui’s voice, his pride and self-esteem massively challenged at this moment, having completely lost his patience.

He always took pride in his identity within the Chen Family, and no one in the Jiang Ancient Clan dared to defy his words, yet now he was publicly contradicted by these two strangers, causing him to lose face.

Chen Rui’s anger and pressure spread throughout the teahouse, causing the onlookers to whisper in shock and discontent.

"These two really don’t know what’s good for them!" said a middle-aged merchant quietly, his face full of confusion, "That’s the eldest young master of the Chen Family, and many people would kill for a chance like this. They dared to contradict him on the spot? They’re practically seeking death!"

"Isn’t that right?" A young apprentice next to him nodded repeatedly, a hint of regret in his expression, "The Chen Family is a top family in the Jiang Ancient Clan, and the eldest young master is the future family head, with great power. Many people want to curry favor with him but can’t even get near. Yet these two dared to be so bold, truly foolish!"

Another wealthy merchant in fine attire shook his head and sighed, "Ah, young people are too impulsive. They think they’re invincible with a little skill, but don’t realize that there’s always someone better. Now they’ve angered Chen Rui, they won’t come away unscathed."

Other customers in the teahouse also nodded in agreement, many showing expressions of schadenfreude.

"Hmph, these two ignorant fellows, let’s see how long their arrogance lasts!" someone mocked, "When the eldest young master of the Chen Family is enraged, who dares to defy him? Today, they’ve provoked such a significant figure, they’re surely doomed!"

Some even muttered under their breath, "These two are probably from out of town and don’t know the power of the Chen Family, right? If they had known earlier, how could they dare speak to Chen Rui like that? Just too stupid!"

As the discussions grew, the atmosphere in the teahouse became increasingly tense, as if everyone was awaiting an inevitable storm.

The crowd was shocked and perplexed by Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao’s bold actions, seeing their behavior as undoubtedly pushing themselves into an abyss.

Ye Qingchen looked at Chen Rui with a cold gaze, a cold smile on his lips, his tone filled with mockery and disdain: "So, you know that it’s Saint Heir Jiang’s treasure, yet you dare to boast that you can find it? Does the Chen Family think they are more powerful than Saint Son Jiang in the Jiang Ancient Clan? What a joke!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Xiao immediately stood beside Ye Qingchen, seemingly to bolster her young master, and without hesitation, she agreed: "The young master is right! That’s Saint Heir Jiang’s item, everyone knows his status in the Jiang Ancient Clan. No matter how powerful the Chen Family is, they can’t surpass Saint Heir Jiang, can they? Even if there really is a treasure, the Chen Family can’t touch it, can they?"

Although Xiao Xiao spoke softly, her voice was filled with determination and sharpness, matching Ye Qingchen’s aura.

Her words were like needles, directly pricking Chen Rui’s pride.

The two cooperated seamlessly, displaying a fearless posture in this confrontation.

Chen Rui’s face instantly turned livid, a trace of anger and embarrassment flashing in his eyes. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

He had always been conceited, believing that both his status and strength were above those around him, as the eldest young master of the Chen Family.

But these two dared to so openly question his power, even pulling in Saint Heir Jiang, seemingly hinting that he wasn’t qualified to be compared to Saint Heir Jiang. This made it increasingly unbearable for him.

Before Chen Rui’s anger erupted, a low discussion arose among the surrounding crowd.

Those who previously supported Chen Rui began to waver, whispering and showing uncertainty in their eyes.

"What they said seems to make some sense, this is the Jiang Ancient Clan’s domain, who doesn’t know Saint Heir Jiang’s renown?" an older merchant said in a low voice, frowning slightly, apparently pondering Ye Qingchen’s words.

"That’s right, Saint Heir Jiang is the pillar of the Jiang Ancient Clan, even the elders give him some respect. Although the Chen Family is formidable, compared to Saint Heir Jiang..." another person chimed in, his voice tinged with hesitation.

"Indeed, the kid’s right. If Chen Rui really dared to meddle with Saint Heir Jiang’s affairs, he must be crazy. No matter what, Saint Heir Jiang is the most powerful person in the Jiang Ancient Clan, would the Chen Family dare to compete with him?" a middle-aged Martial Artist murmured softly, evidently agreeing with Ye Qingchen’s remarks.

"I see, Chen Rui’s relying on his family’s influence to be so arrogant. But if he truly opposes Saint Heir Jiang, I’m afraid he’ll have to admit defeat, right?" a young Cultivator sneered, shaking his head. His words prompted several around him to nod in agreement.

These voices of discussion arose one after another, albeit quietly, but together, they were enough for Chen Rui to hear clearly.

He had been full of confidence, thinking that with his and the Chen Family’s status, he didn’t need to care about these two who seemed unaware of the heights of the sky.