Chapter 999: Qin Yue’s Mockery

Chapter 999: Chapter 999: Qin Yue’s Mockery

Jiang Qi heard this voice, his body suddenly stiffened, and his brow instantly furrowed tighter. He turned to look at Qin Yue, the anger in his eyes not yet subsided, but upon seeing it was her, a trace of apprehension and dissatisfaction appeared in his expression.

"Qin Yue, what do you mean?" Jiang Qi’s voice was low, carrying a trace of restrained anger.

He understood that Qin Yue’s intention was by no means friendly, but at this moment, he was already at the brink of fury, nearly losing his composure.

Qin Yue slowly stepped forward, her movements light and elegant, as if carrying a natural arrogance.

Her gaze upon Jiang Qi was full of contempt, her tone increasingly cold: "My meaning is simple — Ye Qingchen is completely beyond your control. You, in your self-righteousness, sent those so-called experts, and what was the result? Nothing but a few useless lives lost."

Her tone was full of sarcasm and disdain, completely unconcealed in her contempt for Jiang Qi.

Qin Yue had always been aloof and had never truly regarded Jiang Qi’s abilities.

And now, seeing him furious and out of control, it actually amused her.

"You think you’re so great, assuming you can control everything? But you simply don’t have that ability." Qin Yue sneered coldly, her voice carrying a hint of mockery, "Ye Qingchen’s strength has greatly increased, he’s no longer that boy you can manipulate. He’s here this time to seek revenge, and you... are probably struggling even to protect yourself, let alone capturing him."

Jiang Qi’s face grew darker, his fists clenched tight, his knuckles pale. He glared at Qin Yue, his gaze full of icy coldness: "Qin Yue, don’t be so smug. Ye Qingchen only has a temporary advantage. He won’t escape my grasp!"

Qin Yue remained unmoved, continuing her cold laughter: "Escape your grasp? You really overestimate yourself. You don’t know how powerful he is now, nor understand how deep his hatred is. Ye Qingchen’s target is clear — it’s you. He wants to crush you underfoot and let you feel the taste of being trampled."

Her words were like sharp blades, piercing Jiang Qi’s pride and ego.

Qin Yue watched Jiang Qi’s face contorted in anger, and she actually felt a trace of satisfaction.

"You’re doomed, Jiang Qi," Qin Yue said coolly, a gleam of cold light in her eyes, "Your so-called power, status, even destiny, will be destroyed in Ye Qingchen’s hands. If you were smart, you’d know that your end is near."

Upon hearing these words, Jiang Qi could no longer suppress his fury, he suddenly stepped forward, his eyes full of fierce murderous intent, as if he might strike at any moment.

But Qin Yue remained unafraid, still observing him with that mocking gaze, as if looking at a joke incapable of resisting.

"You think I would fear him?" Jiang Qi’s voice was deep and thunderous, a hint of madness in his anger, "I will show him who really rules this world!"

Qin Yue raised her brows slightly, her sneer more pronounced: "Really? Then let me watch and see how far you can go. However, before Ye Qingchen crushes you underfoot, remember not to make yourself look too pathetic."

As her words faded, Qin Yue gently turned, her sleeves fluttering, as if bringing up a gust of cold wind. ℯℯ𝑙.

Her figure gradually faded in the hall, leaving behind Jiang Qi standing in place, his gaze full of cold and hatred.

"Qin Yue..." Jiang Qi gnashed his teeth, a trace of venom flashing in his eyes, "Just wait, one day I will make you pay for your words and actions today! As for Ye Qingchen, I shall crush him underfoot, make him kneel and beg for mercy!" His gaze was like a blade, looking toward the sky outside the hall, as if wanting to cut through the heavens.

After Qin Yue left, the atmosphere in the hall grew heavier, Jiang Qi’s anger unabated, his face as dark as water.

He paced back and forth in the hall, seemingly unable to calm the rage in his heart. However, just as he was in a fury, a faint sound of footsteps came from outside the hall.

Jiang Qi stopped at the sound, looking up, only to see a graceful woman slowly entering the hall.

The arrival was Elder Li, a woman over fifty but still well-preserved.

She was dressed in a dark green long dress, embroidered with exquisite patterns, slightly swaying with her steps.

Her appearance, though slightly mature, shone with an extraordinary charm, her skin fair as jade, her beauty still vivid, like a blooming wonder in the river of time.

Her eyes were deep and bright, her brow revealing a sense of calmness and wisdom, as if everything was under her control.

Elder Li’s steps were light, but each step was steady and powerful, carrying a presence of authority without anger.

Her hair was styled into an elegant bun, adorned with a few delicate jade hairpins, her accessories simple yet luxurious, exuding a unique charisma and allure.

Her presence instantly brought a subtle change to the hall’s atmosphere.

Upon seeing Elder Li enter, Jiang Qi’s anger immediately subsided, his angry expression replaced by respect.

He quickly stepped forward, bent over, clasped his fists, his tone filled with heartfelt reverence: "Elder Li, why have you come personally?"

Jiang Qi’s attitude was completely different from before, evidently holding Elder Li in high regard.

Although he was the Saint Heir of the Jiang Ancient Clan, with a noble identity, in front of Elder Li, he acted extremely humble, fearing any sign of disrespect. He knew well Elder Li’s status in the clan, and understood her power and prestige, daring not to show the slightest negligence.

Elder Li looked at Jiang Qi, nodding slightly, a gentle smile in her eyes: "Saint Heir need not be so ceremonious." Her voice was soft yet authoritative, like a kind mother instructing a junior, both tender and indisputable.

Jiang Qi straightened up but maintained a respectful posture, he respectfully said: "Elder Li, your esteemed presence, may I know your guidance?"

Elder Li raised her hand gently, signaling Jiang Qi not to be overly formal, then slowly walked to the center of the hall, her gaze sweeping around, seemingly sensing the change in the hall’s aura.

Her expression was calm, as if everything was within her grasp, yet also as if she was well aware of everything before her.

"I heard you have encountered some troubles recently," Elder Li said softly, her gentle gaze on Jiang Qi, "The matter with Ye Qingchen seems to be causing you some distress?"

Jiang Qi, hearing this, his expression changed slightly, though he was just furious, but facing Elder Li at this moment, he forcibly suppressed his emotions, responded in a low voice: "Elder Li, you are right, Ye Qingchen is indeed cunning and difficult, I am trying to find a way to resolve this matter."

Elder Li nodded slightly, her expression revealing no joy or anger, as if she had already foreseen such a situation. Her gaze was deep and calm, seemingly able to see through every fluctuation in Jiang Qi’s heart: "Though Ye Qingchen is difficult to handle, as the Saint Heir of the Jiang Ancient Clan, you need to maintain calmness and decisiveness in your heart. Do not let momentary setbacks disturb your mind."