Chapter 2413 - 2414: Reestablishing the Rules
Chapter 2413: Chapter 2414: Reestablishing the Rules
"Mom, what is Dad up to?" Xiang Xiang asked.
"Yeah, why hasn’t Dad come back yet?" Nian Nian echoed.
An Yan chuckled softly, "Dad is busy with important matters. He should be back soon!"
"But I heard Sister Ao Shu say that Dad left with a very powerful aunt. Could he be in danger?" Nian Nian expressed concern.
Before An Yan could respond, Mo Changhong laughed heartily, "Little Nian Nian, don’t worry. Our Empress is one of the most esteemed members of the Pharmacists’ Alliance, and she even helped your dad this time, so he will definitely be safe!"
"But they’ve already been gone for several days now. Where exactly did they go?" Nian Nian pouted.
At this moment, Xiao Gourd, who had been silent ever since Xue An and the Mysterious Lady left, suddenly spoke up, "They’re coming back soon!"
"Hmm? What’s coming back soon?" Xiang Xiang asked.
"They’re coming back soon!" Xiao Gourd said calmly.
"How do you know!"
"Because I can sense the armor on him, and he’s quickly approaching here right now!"
Just as the words fell, two streaks of light swiftly crossed the sky and landed in the courtyard.
Once they revealed themselves, it was Xue An and the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady.
Upon seeing the two, Xiang Xiang and Nian Nian immediately rushed forward.
"Dad! You’re finally back!"
"Dad, are you okay!"
Seeing his two daughters with faces full of concern, Xue An smiled softly and gently stroked their little heads.
"Rest assured, Dad’s fine!"
At the same time, Mo Changhong and Cha Wenliang also came forward to greet the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady.
"Greetings to the Empress!"
Mo Changhong, being a subordinate of the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady, naturally felt no need for introduction.
Cha Wenliang showed respect because of his admiration for the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady.
After all, she was the one who single-handedly founded the Pharmacists’ Alliance.
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady gestured dismissively and smiled at Cha Wenliang, "Mr. Ghost Needle, you’re too kind. You can call me Mysterious Lady!"
"I wouldn’t dare. The Empress, being the founder of the Pharmacists’ Alliance, truly deserves that title!"
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady did not insist further, merely smiling before turning her gaze towards Lou Yingshi standing at a distance.
"Are you the sole surviving orphan of the Lou Family?"
Lou Yingshi trembled all over, quickly stepped forward, knelt on the ground, and bowed her head deeply, speaking in a choked voice, "Yes!"
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady nodded, "Don’t worry, I’m aware of this matter and will give your Lou Family an explanation!"
"Thank you, Empress! Thank you!" Lou Yingshi banged her head on the ground with excitement, her whole body trembling.
For anyone in the Pharmacists’ Alliance, who wouldn’t know the name of the Empress?
She was a presence that stood above the Ten Great Families and numerous experts.
Lou Yingshi, with her previous status, could only look up to such figures, not even having the qualification to approach them.
Now, this great figure was personally standing up for the Lou Family, giving them hope for vengeance!
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady waved her hand, and a gentle force lifted Lou Yingshi from the ground, then she sighed lightly.
"There’s no need to thank me; this is merely what I should do. It’s just that I’ve been reluctant to step in due to many matters, leading these families to become increasingly reckless. In a way, I bear some responsibility for this."
Having said that, the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady nodded at Mo Changhong.
"Send out the summoning order!"
"Yes!"
Mo Changhong immediately retrieved a strangely shaped Jade Slip from his personal space and crushed it.
Crack!
A streak of light burst from the Jade Slip into the sky, exploding like fireworks in midair.
Each burst of light shot straight towards various directions.
In an instant, the four corners were shaken.
The nearby guards of the Medicinal Workshop immediately rushed over, while the guards and forces from other places dropped everything at the moment of receiving the notice, hastening their approach.
The reason was simple: the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady had established a rule, stating that once a summoning order was issued, all those under her command must rush to the designated place immediately.
Disobedience is punishable by death!
Although this rule had never been enforced since its creation, everyone still dared not slack off, knowing full well that the words "disobedience is punishable by death" are not to be trifled with.
Moreover, many had a hint of excitement deep inside.
Because this clearly indicated that the Empress was planning something big.
Within an hour, those close by had assembled.
Only now could one truly see how terrifying the latent power of the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady was.
For although only half had arrived, the sheer number already densely packed half the sky of Yangcheng County.
This awe-inspiring sight left many onlookers gasping.
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady and Xue An exchanged a glance, then she ascended into the sky.
Upon seeing her appear, all present bowed in unison.
"Greetings, Empress!"
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady’s expression was calm, "Recently, the Si Family has acted recklessly, striking against the Lou Family belonging to the Pharmacists’ Alliance, violating the rules. I command you to join me in the campaign against them. Is there any objection?"
"Yes!"
The response was a resounding collective agreement.
The Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady nodded in satisfaction.
"Very well, since that’s the case, let’s set off now!"
As the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady and Xue An led the mighty army towards the Si Family.
The atmosphere within the Si Family had become extremely bloodthirsty and eerie.
After a whole night of slaughter, the loyal followers of the original Family Head Si Daoyuan had been wiped out.
Those left were cowardly, unnerved by the sudden upheaval.
Even members of the Elders Council didn’t dare utter a word of complaint.
For the corpse of the last elder who voiced doubt was still pinned to the pillar in the hall.
Thus, the seemingly unassailable power of the Family Head crumbled overnight, reduced to nothing.
And the new leader, Si Mingqi, had gained everyone’s approval with a forceful and decisive stance.
Because those who didn’t approve were already dead.
Once deemed negligible, the illegitimate son had now finally gained considerable influence.
Yet, even in such circumstances, Si Mingqi remained clear-headed, without a hint of pride or complacency.
He knew everything was far from over.
The real test lay ahead.
In contrast to his indifference, Si Yicheng appeared more active.
Though he hadn’t lifted a finger throughout the night of killings, those who truly understood the situation knew he was behind the planning.
At this moment, he’d truly reached the pinnacle of power, becoming the uncrowned king of the Si Family.
But his pride didn’t last long, for before noon, the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady led the mighty army to arrive.
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