Translator: Silavin Looking at Li Zhengping directly retreating, Xia Zilin secretly breathed a sigh of relief. However, she was very curious about what was contained in each pouch, which could make these independent cultivators help her without question. She naturally did not know that what Qin Yichen gave them was something they could not resist – Martial Arts Cultivation Technique! Moreover, they were Martial Arts Cultivation Techniques, each different, selected to suit each cultivator. This was why these powerful independent cultivators appeared. Even Martial Kings from Major Families had a strong desire for better Martial Arts Cultivation Techniques, let alone these independent cultivators. With these Martial Arts Cultivation Techniques, they could completely establish their own Families! Because of the appearance of so many independent cultivators, Li Zhengping had to temporarily abandon the idea of going to Alchemy Central to seize the Second Prince. At this time, another piece of news made Li Zhengping sit on pins and needles. News came from the border that at Ancient Mountain Pass, a mighty man of incredible strength, wielding two hammers, single-handedly held off a million-strong army for an entire day! When this news reached Twilight City, it immediately caused a sensation. Countless wandering poets sang praises for him. For a time, this man wielding two hammers was portrayed as the War God of the Grand Empire, his prestige rivalling that of the Carefree Prince! Hearing this news, countless commoners and Nobles held hope that perhaps the Carefree Prince and this warrior could join forces to repel the million-strong army! Although this hope was extremely faint, countless people still prayed for it. Of course, being too far away, they did not yet know that the million-strong army had already been routed! However, where there was joy, there was also worry. In the camp outside the city, Li Zhengping’s face was as dark as the bottom of a kettle. He was continuously pacing back and forth inside the tent. ” Yi Qunlin, Qian Wengang, are they both so useless? If they attacked with full force, with all the pre-arranged inside help I’ve provided, how could they fail to capture Ancient Mountain Pass?” Hearing that news, he was extremely anxious. If the Carefree Prince died at Ancient Mountain Pass, that would be fine, he would still have some time to turn the situation around. However, if the million-strong armies of the Great Ease Grand Empire and Thousand Silk Grand Empire could not deal with Xia Zelei, and things dragged on, then his Li Family would have no path but destruction. Colluding with foreign powers and forcing the Crown Prince to be chosen- neither of these was something any Emperor could tolerate. “It’s all that kid’s fault! He managed to pull in the Carefree Prince into Xia Zilin’s faction, and even captured the Second Prince!” The more Li Zhengping thought about it, the more agitated he became. Finally, he traced everything back to Qin Yichen. “Patriarch, what do we do now?” In the tent, two Li Family Elders looked at Li Zhengping and could not help but ask. From the last attempted sneak attack, which resulted in the appearance of so many independent cultivators, it was not hard to see that Xia Zilin and Qin Yichen were well-prepared. Trying to secretly take back the Second Prince was clearly impossible. “What can we do!? That useless fool! He just had to run over to show off and become a hostage!” Li Zhengping swept his sleeve in anger and roared. “Patriarch, this matter can’t really be blamed on the Second Prince. He also wanted to eliminate Qin Yichen. Who could have imagined that Qin Yichen would have such audacity to actually take him hostage…” A Li Family Elder softly said, but under Li Zhengping’s furious gaze, he stopped speaking before finishing his sentence. Due to Li Zhengping’s enraged aura, an oppressive atmosphere spread throughout the tent, and several Li Family Elders did not even dare to breathe too heavily. This continued for quite a while before Li Zhengping finally sat down in the main seat. “No matter what, we must rescue the Second Prince. Otherwise, all our plans will be ruined!” After gritting his teeth, Li Zhengping still harshly said. “You, take some generous gifts and go to the Feng Family and the other three Major Families. Ask for their help. Unite the Nobles to pressure Alchemy Central. Even if we offend Alchemy Central, we must rescue Xia Zibing!” Li Zhengping said with a pained expression. Those three Major Families were all ruthless, who would take full advantage of him. If they wanted their help, they would certainly be heavily exploited. But at this moment, Li Zhengping had no other choice. Although Alchemy Central was detached from worldly affairs, there had never been an incident of them taking a Royal Family member hostage, especially when the Second Prince who was a candidate for the throne. Even if the Emperor deliberately turned a blind eye, with the Four Major Families leading numerous Nobles to apply pressure, even Alchemy Central would not be able to block them. Moreover, Chairman Lin in Alchemy Central was someone under their thumb. The Li Family had long figured out his personality. As long as certain benefits were provided, he would definitely help them. Although it hurt, the Li Family Elders still quickly set things in motion. Very soon, within just one day, almost all the Nobles in Twilight City had been united by the Li Family at a great cost. After all, just demanding Alchemy Central return the Second Prince was not considered rebellion and could even be considered a great merit. So, under the temptation of huge benefits, they all agreed. … On that day. Qin Yichen was quietly cultivating in Alchemy Central as usual. However, soon, he frowned and withdrew from his cultivation. Because, even in the room with excellent soundproofing, he could sense the huge commotion from outside. “What’s going on?” Qin Yichen frowned. “Quickly release the Second Prince!” “Even if it’s Alchemy Central, how can you be so arrogant as to imprison the Second Prince? Isn’t this slapping the face of our Grand Empire and all the Nobles?” “Execute the person who imprisoned the Second Prince! To appease public anger!” As soon as he opened the door, piercing sounds of commotion entered his ears, making Qin Yichen’s brow furrow deeper. “Haha… Kid, if you’re smart, quickly untie this Prince. If this Prince is in a good mood, perhaps I might spare your life!” At this moment, the previously unconscious Second Prince had also awakened. Hearing the commotion, he laughed arrogantly a few times and shouted at Qin Yichen. “Noisy!” Qin Yichen snorted coldly, picked up the loosened cloth strip, and roughly stuffed it into the Second Prince’s ear. The latter glared with wide eyes, shouting some unclear words to vent his anger. Over these few days, he realised that Qin Yichen did not dare to kill him, so he dared to act more arrogant towards him. Whoosh! However, just as the Second Prince was mumbling on and on, the Spirit Sword appeared. Once it was placed against his neck, he was like a lizard suddenly grabbed by the throat. His endless chatter finally came to an abrupt stop. “If you keep babbling, I’ll give you a quick end.” Qin Yichen looked at him coldly, the icy look in his eyes making the latter’s heart grow cold. Qin Yichen left a cold sentence and walked straight out the door, leaving behind the Second Prince, who was frightened into a cold sweat, collapsed on the ground.