Chapter 225: Top Ten Masters

Chapter 225: Chapter 225: Top Ten Masters

Luo Qilin’s prestige had reached its peak!

Unfortunately, the family behind him had plummeted from grace.

For some unknown reason, the Imperial Capital’s Celestial Secret Platform and Earth Supervision Department had simultaneously launched an investigation into the Luo Family.

Nearly all of the Luo Family’s influential members in the Imperial Capital were rounded up in one fell swoop.

One could say that only Luo Qilin of the Southern Domain Battle Department was left to hold the fort.

Amidst these internal and external troubles, Luo Qilin had to step up.

On the very day the Luo Family was driven out of the Imperial Capital, the patriarch personally convened a meeting and officially named Luo Qilin the family heir!

After years of scheming, Luo Qilin had finally gotten his wish, defeating that playboy Luo Tianying.

But the taste of victory was bitter.

Luo Qilin was currently on his way to the Xingtian Martial Arts Arena. He had brought only his personal guards and was now in his private car, his gaze fixed on the view outside the window.

Beside him was his chief advisor, also his most trusted confidant.

"Advisor Chen, have you found out? Why did the Celestial Secret Platform and Earth Supervision Department make a move against my family?"

Advisor Chen scratched his head. "It’s said that the chief elder of the Battle Department came under investigation, which exposed some of our Luo Family’s issues. So we were just unlucky and got investigated along with him!"

The chief elder of the Battle Department was Luo Qilin’s benefactor.

The chief elder’s contributions to his rise to his current position were indispensable.

"What’s the family’s situation now?"

Advisor Chen sighed. "The family fund has been frozen. What’s frustrating is that bastard Luo Tianying transferred his share of the funds out ahead of time. So now Luo Tianying has made a fortune, while our Luo Family is in debt."

The Luo Family had slinked away from the Imperial Capital and returned to their ancestral home in the north, as wretched as a drowning dog.

Luo Qilin clenched his fists. ’I want a Luo Family whose wealth can rival a nation, not some broke, debt-ridden, dilapidated clan! They’ll just drag me down!’

After a moment of thought, Luo Qilin added, "The Martial Arts Arena for this challenge against the Night Emperor is north of Jin City. To be safe, get Jin City under my control!"

Advisor Chen immediately replied, "The family’s remaining usable assets have already been moved to Jin City. The Jin City Celestial Luo Group will be established immediately to provide you with the most comprehensive logistical support, Young Master!"

Only then was Luo Qilin satisfied. He was very young, but he exuded a sinister and ruthless aura.

Even back in the Southern Domain Battle Department, he rarely set foot on the battlefield himself.

Luo Qilin had always believed that a commander should stay away from the front lines and manipulate the chessboard from behind the scenes.

However, his combat prowess was ranked among the very best in the entire Battle Department.

At that moment, Luo Qilin opened a file that was only accessible to internal personnel.

"Battle Department’s Top Ten Masters Ranking!"

His name, Luo Qilin, was ranked tenth!

And that position had previously belonged to the Night Emperor!

The file stated it very clearly: "After the battle with the Northern Celestial Demon, the Night Emperor was injured. It is speculated that his combat strength has dropped severely. Based on a comprehensive assessment, the Night Emperor has not made a move in all this time, likely because his injuries have not yet healed."

"The Night Emperor is an old man now. The old should step down and give us newcomers a chance." Luo Qilin stroked his stubble. "This old codger just won’t retire. The higher-ups ordered him long ago to report for a review and explain the situation with the Northern Domain incident, but he actually ignored it. He’s really pulling rank!"

Advisor Chen wrung his hands. "Well, actually, the Night Emperor doesn’t seem that old, and his age isn’t great. It’s just that he became famous so early on that he’s considered a senior figure."

Luo Qilin shot him a fierce glare.

Advisor Chen didn’t dare to speak again.

The private car had already crossed the great bridge and turned onto the southern highway. Ahead lay Jiangbei’s largest city, the Brocade City.

Luo Qilin’s mood improved considerably. He asked again, "How many people are supporting me in this challenge against the Night Emperor?"

Advisor Chen’s spirits lifted. "To be honest, Young Master, almost everyone supports you. Needless to say, the Southern Domain Battle Department does, but the Western Regions Battle Department, the Eastern Domain Battle Department... they all support you!"

The advisor lowered his voice. "The Imperial Capital’s Qin Family and the Divine Doctor Ye Family have pulled some strings and even helped you invite three top-tier masters—the ones ranked fifth, sixth, and seventh!"

Luo Qilin glanced at the file in his hand, his heart pounding with excitement.

The fifth, sixth, and seventh-ranked masters from the Battle Department’s top ten would all be fighting for him. As long as he defeated Qin Tianxuan at the Martial Arts Arena, these three would submit to him as well!

The intentions of the Daqin Royal Family and the Divine Doctor Ye Family were obvious—they were grooming him to be the world’s number one War God!

He couldn’t help but rip open his shirt and roll down the car window, letting the fierce wind blast his flushed face.

’The three masters will go up and challenge you first, wearing you out! You’re already injured, Night Emperor. When I make my entrance, I’ll finish this in a flash! The day of my fame is at hand! From now on, the world will only know me, Luo Qilin, and no one will know you, Night Emperor Celestial Profound!’

Luo Qilin’s private car roared toward Jin City.

Meanwhile, Qin Tianxuan was on a private jet, having already left Jinling.

Only his own people were on the private plane.

Ye Mingzhu, Gu Qingzhi, and Chuchu had all stayed behind in Jinling to continue managing the Longyue Group, Shenghua Hospital, and the rebuilding of the Chu Family. Everyone else was returning to Su City with him.

’I wonder if the frost plum in the small courtyard in Su City has blossomed?’

It was now early winter, and the days were growing colder.

Across from him, Niannian was curiously looking out the porthole. It was her first time on a plane.

Qin Tianxuan came over and took her little hand to practice writing.

"You have to write Niannian’s name beautifully. This is a signature that Daddy designed for you."

"Daddy, why do I have to learn to write a signature?"

"Because you’re going to have to sign a lot of documents!"

Qin Tianxuan patted his daughter’s little head. "You’re the Patriarch of the Chu Family now, you know."

Prince appeared, holding a thick stack of documents as expected.

"These all need Niannian’s signature. Most of them are development plans for the various Chu Family enterprises after its re-establishment." Prince put down the documents and lowered his voice. "Sir, the latest intelligence is in. We should have a meeting. It’s about Luo Qilin!"

Qin Tianxuan waved his hand dismissively, watching until Niannian had signed all the documents before leaving with a smile.

"Tell Chuchu later that she can handle any non-essential documents herself. Niannian is still little and can’t understand any of that stuff. Signing them just for show is meaningless."

In the designated area in the rear cabin, everyone had already gathered. Qin Tianxuan slowly took his seat.

Around him were the Night Emperor’s subordinates, members of the Five Palaces and Nine Armies.

The newly acquired intelligence report was handed over.

Qin Tianxuan opened it and glanced inside. "Hm, the Battle Department’s top ten masters? Such a boring ranking, and now they’re even putting it in official files?"