281: Chapter 281 You should come too.

Great Lan Royal City, the Imperial Palace.

Lin Youer and Lin Ningfeng had come from the Lingcang Domain.

They had already stayed in the Imperial Palace for several days.

During these few days, Lin Youer and the other had been waiting for the legendary Jiang Chen to show his face.

The matter of the Zhao family group being slain was a set-in-stone fact.

Many people had seen it with their own eyes.

It could not be faked.

But as for Jiang Chen's claim that he would annihilate the entire Zhao family...

...that might not necessarily happen.

At first, everyone thought Jiang Chen might be serious and that he possessed the strength to do it.

However, word had already come from the Lingcang Domain Lord.

He intended to protect the Zhao family.

Perhaps at this point, having heard the news, Jiang Chen would no longer go.

It was just as well if he didn't.

As long as this matter calmed down for the time being, there would be plenty of opportunities later.

After all, the Zhao family's foundation was quite deep.

If he truly tried to uproot them, he would inevitably get some mud on himself, and having to deal with the terrifying Lingcang Domain Lord afterward would naturally result in more loss than gain.

In an exquisite courtyard.

Lin Youer and Lin Ningfeng were conversing in the garden.

"It seems Jiang Chen won't be heading there rashly. This is for the best, as it preserves his strength. The Zhao family is currently surrounded by wolves; even if Jiang Chen doesn't act, they are in a lot of trouble."

Lin Ningfeng said.

If he really intended to act, there should have been some reaction by now.

But up until now, there had been no movement, not the slightest bit of preparation.

If asked, the response was that he was dealing with the Heaven-Grade Demon Cave.

For someone who could easily crush so many Zhao family experts, how much trouble could dealing with a mere Heaven-Grade Demon Cave be?

At most, a few Heavenly Martial Realm demons might emerge from a Heaven-Grade Demon Cave.

If he enjoyed fighting demons so much, there were plenty of King-Grade and even Emperor-Grade Demon Caves within the Lingcang Domain that could surely give Jiang Chen his fill.

"It's hard to say. In my view, Senior Jiang Chen will most likely still take action."

Lin Youer said softly, but her tone was very firm.

"Oh?"

Lin Ningfeng looked at Lin Youer in surprise.

Over the past few days, the two of them had heard many stories about Jiang Chen.

Thus, Lin Youer had formed a general judgment of Jiang Chen's character.

A person like Jiang Chen basically always did what he said he would.

Therefore, even if there were Disciples of the Lingcang Domain Lord stationed within the Zhao family, it wouldn't affect Jiang Chen's decision to act at all.

He would still go where he needed to go.

Just as the two were chatting...

...they suddenly heard the sound of something cutting through the air.

Lin Youer and Lin Ningfeng both felt a powerful aura approaching.

Although the other party had done their best to restrain their aura...

...such a powerful presence was still easily detectable to experts.

"He's here!"

"Is that Jiang Chen?"

Lin Youer's heart stirred.

After hearing many stories about Jiang Chen these past few days, she had developed a great interest in him. Most importantly, she was curious about what kind of person he really was.

At that moment, Li Xiaoqing of the Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard appeared in front of the courtyard.

"You two, Her Majesty requests your presence."

Li Xiaoqing stepped forward and said.

"Please, lead the way."

Lin Ningfeng stepped forward and said with cupped hands.

Although the Great Lan Dynasty seemed vulnerable in their eyes, they were guests after all, and manners had to be maintained.

Furthermore, just because they were weak now didn't mean they wouldn't rise in the future.

Moreover, there was a powerhouse like Jiang Chen here.

In the Imperial Garden, Ye Duling had prepared a grand feast, waiting for Jiang Chen's return.

"Jiang Chen, you've worked hard sealing the demon cave. I have prepared all of this for you."

In front of so many subordinates, Ye Duling naturally had to maintain her regal air.

"Thank you, Empress."

Jiang Chen also cupped his hands.

To the side, Xue Lianyue stepped forward to report the situation.

Ye Duling nodded slightly after listening.

"Lianer, you've worked hard these past few days. Go and get some rest."

Ye Duling's words were normal, but to Xue Lianyue, they were quite nerve-wracking. Those who have done wrong naturally have a guilty conscience and fear discovery; seeing an opportunity to withdraw, she quickly cupped her hands in response.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Then she quickly hurried away.

Soon after, Lin Youer and Lin Ningfeng arrived.

This was also the first time Lin Youer had seen Jiang Chen.

Was this the person who had wiped out so many of the Zhao family's high-end combatants?

So young.

"I am Lin Ningfeng of the Lin family, and this is our Clan Head's daughter, Lin Youer."

"Greetings, Senior Jiang Chen."

Lin Ningfeng was an elderly man with an immortal-like air, yet he was actually calling Jiang Chen 'Senior'.

It was quite surprising.

Even Li Xiaoqing found it hard to believe.

For having spent time with them, she could still feel the innate pride of the Lin family members.

It seemed that strength truly came first.

"There's no need for that, you can just call me Jiang Chen."

"I should still thank you two for coming to inform me about the Lingcang Domain Lord."

Jiang Chen also stood up and cupped his hands, not acting arrogant just because of his strength.

This gesture made Lin Youer think even more highly of Jiang Chen.

"It was just a small favor. Our Lin family can't help much, but if Brother Jiang Chen has any needs regarding resources, you can always come to us."

"I'll keep that in mind."

Jiang Chen nodded slightly.

He didn't lack resources.

"By the way, regarding the prescription I gave earlier, are all the medicinal herbs ready?"

Jiang Chen looked at Ye Duling.

Earlier, Jiang Chen had Li Xiaoqing bring back a prescription for Ye Duling to prepare. Ye Duling hadn't asked why; she had simply gathered everything according to the list.

"Everything is ready, it's in here."

"Alright. In a while, have the Vermilion Bird Imperial Guard and anyone else trustworthy with a cultivation level of the sixth level of the Earth Martial Realm or higher gather at the square."

Then Jiang Chen looked at Lin Youer.

"You're at the fifth level of the Heavenly Martial Realm, right? You come along too."