Chapter 5843: Liu Changtian

Long Chen never expected that Lady Xihua was actually the mother of Liu Ruyan. No wonder when Lan Yin provoked Liu Ruyan, the powerful beings of the Undying Clan were so furious.

According to the human tribe, Liu Ruyan was equivalent to the princess of the Undying Dark Willow clan. The fact that the Magic Eye Sleeping Lotus arranged for Liu Ruyan to marry Lan Yin was simply seeking death.

Initially, Long Chen thought that Liu Ruyan's status among the Undying Clan was due to her immense strength and outstanding talent. But now, there seemed to be another layer of connection.

Liu Ruyan shook her head and said, "It doesn't matter whether it's right or wrong. Since Lady Xihua has decided, then it's right."

Liu Ruyan didn't seem particularly warm towards Lady Xihua, her respect tinged with a hint of distance, unlike the usual relationship between a mother and daughter.

Long Chen was stunned. Liu Ruyan's background had always been a mystery. Her appearance in the mortal realm itself was highly unreasonable. Could there be some hidden secrets within this?

With Liu Ruyan's character, she'd typically eradicate the problem directly. The so-called intimidation was utterly meaningless.

Because even if they were released, they wouldn't be grateful to the Undying Clan. Moreover, letting them return would somewhat expose the Undying Clan's strength and attitude. It might be better to just wipe them out entirely, preventing the other party from understanding their cards.

However, as the authority figure of the Undying Clan, Lady Xihua had spoken. If Liu Ruyan opposed, it would be tantamount to challenging Lady Xihua's authority. So, in the end, she chose to remain silent.

Lady Xihua seemed accustomed to Liu Ruyan's indifference, not taking it to heart. Her gaze shifted to Long Chen, carefully scrutinizing him:

"Are you the guy who manipulated and tricked Ruyan into the engagement?"

Lady Xihua's expression transformed from gentle to stern, her eyes turning cold, even showing a hint of anger.

Long Chen was about to pay his respects when he heard Lady Xihua's tone. He froze, realizing that when Liu Ruyan mentioned a prior engagement, she meant him.

But when did he ever engage in any kind of agreement or contract with Liu Ruyan? Let alone a formal written pledge, they never even verbally agreed to anything.

However, with Lady Xihua's parental-like interrogation, Long Chen felt as though he was being accused of deception. He was completely baffled.

And the strong individuals from the Undying Clan, as they looked at Long Chen, their previously favorable impressions seemed to vanish in an instant.

"It's him, that despicable human scoundrel who tricked us?"

Long Chen was taken aback. When did I become a swindler? He couldn't help but look at Liu Ruyan, who was also looking at him but remained silent.

What's going on? Long Chen couldn't help glancing at Chu Yao, who blinked but didn't say a word. She supported him but sneakily exerted a slight force, pinching him.

Is she making me take the blame? Long Chen didn't know what was happening, but he understood that he might end up bearing this blame.

Could it be that the Undying Clan arranged a marriage for Liu Ruyan, she disagreed, and then claimed there was an engagement?

Seeing Lady Xihua's gaze sharp as a knife, coldly observing him, Long Chen had no choice but to say:

"The term 'deception' doesn't quite fit here. Marriage involves mutual affection and cannot be forced. Where does deception come into play?"

Long Chen played it sly, neither admitting nor denying, emphasizing the importance of mutual affection, leaving a way out in case there was a chance to turn things around as he suspected.

Lady Xihua looked into Long Chen's eyes as if she could see through his soul. If it were someone else, they might have avoided her gaze out of guilt. But who was Long Chen? A modern-day rogue with thick skin. He wouldn't weaken his resolve and bravely met her gaze.

More importantly, Long Chen had a clear conscience and nothing to fear. Plus, Lady Xihua, despite her beauty, showed little sign of aging, maintaining an air of maturity and wisdom rather than the purity and liveliness of a young girl. Staring her down wasn't uncomfortable.

"Do you hate me?"

Suddenly, Lady Xihua's serious expression vanished, replaced by a smile. This sudden change caught everyone off guard.

"I don't hate you. After all, in the end, didn't you ultimately save me?" Long Chen shook his head.

Upon hearing their conversation, Liu Ruyan's expression changed instantly, her eyes filled with anger.

It turned out that when Long Chen attacked the elder of the Daluo Blue Lotus clan, he couldn't finish him off. In the elder's frantic struggle, Long Chen found himself in a precarious situation.

At that time, Lady Xihua's intervention was slightly delayed, and in that split second, she was torn inside.

If she didn't intervene and let Long Chen die at the elder's hands, the marriage would be void, and Liu Ruyan's problem would be resolved.

However, Lady Xihua couldn't bear to let Long Chen die. Eventually, she intervened. While others didn't notice Lady Xihua's struggle, Long Chen sensed it.

Due to Long Chen's extensive combat experience, he expected Lady Xihua to instinctively assist when he severely injured the elder. Her action was delayed, which puzzled Long Chen at the time.

Now, hearing about the engagement and recalling the unreasonable delay in her actions, everything became clear.

"I hate you!" Liu Ruyan shouted and disappeared.

"Ruyan!" Chu Yao was startled. She wanted to go after Liu Ruyan, but with Long Chen severely injured, she couldn't leave him. She became anxious.

Lady Xihua sighed, her face showing a hint of helplessness, and said to Chu Yao, "Ruyan has that temper. Don't worry about her. Take Long Chen back for recuperation."

"Yes." Chu Yao respectfully acknowledged Lady Xihua's words and was about to support Long Chen to leave, but Long Chen said, "Let me clean up the battlefield."

Saying so, Long Chen didn't give anyone a chance to object. With a wave of his hand, all the scattered limbs and bodies on the ground were drawn into the chaotic space.

As the individuals here were all top-notch experts, their bodies still held their human forms, making it easy to collect them.

After finishing his work, with Chu Yao's support, the two left. Watching their departing figures, Lady Xihua gave a few instructions and then disappeared as well.

...

"Your Majesty..."

In an underground palace, Lady Xihua stood respectfully, reporting the recent events to a man seated in the center of the hall surrounded by endless runes. His back was to Lady Xihua, and hints of gray decorated his temples.

This man was none other than Liu Changtian, the highest authority figure of the Undying Clan. He was also the strongest among them, a living fossil who had experienced the chaos war.

As he listened, there was no fluctuation

in his emotions regarding the challenges between the Magic Eye Sleeping Lotus clan and the Daluo Blue Lotus clan resulting in deaths. However, upon hearing about Long Chen, an invisible murderous intent filled the entire hall:

"My daughter must not be involved with the human race. Give him three days. If he refuses to leave—execute without mercy!"

(End of this chapter)