Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law-Chapter 441 The Target of All Arrows

Xu Ping’an glanced around and indeed saw many familiar faces.

Among these acquaintances, quite a few were friends of Xu Ping’an, and of course, there were also many enemies.

From the Great Qin Immortal Dynasty, the three princes of the Great Qin Immortal Dynasty, Hehuan Sect, Shangxian Sect, Tiankui Sect, as well as people from the Martial King’s residence and the Governor-General’s residence were basically all here.

Besides that, people from the Great Flame Immortal Dynasty, Earth Spirit Immortal Dynasty, and the Northern Cold Immortal Dynasty were also present.

In addition, individuals from Heaven Beyond Heavens, the four major powers, and even the Eastern Demon Hall were all there.

It could be said that outside this palace complex, a gathering of several hundred people had assembled.

The appearance of Xu Ping’an also attracted the attention of many people.

Obviously, many recognized Xu Ping’an, and their expressions varied.

Some were surprised, some angry, some delighted, and some solemn.

If the Sixth Layer was a gathering place for Ninth Rank Experts, then this place should be considered the gathering place for the younger generation.

"Xu Ping’an, you’ve finally arrived," said Gu Lingyan joyfully as she ran over to Xu Ping’an’s side excitedly.

"Hall Master," Wu An and the others were also visibly excited, hurrying over.

Seeing Xu Ping’an, Wu An, Fu Xing, and Zhang Wenjun from the Eternal Palace all had excited expressions on their faces.

However, Xu Ping’an also noticed that these people all had varying degrees of injuries, and compared to when they entered, nearly half of the disciples of the Eternal Palace were gone.

"What happened?" Xu Ping’an furrowed his brows and asked.

Upon hearing Xu Ping’an’s question, Wu An and the others lowered their heads.

Only Gu Lingyan, with an angry face, said, "It was the Crown Prince of the Great Qin Immortal Dynasty, Qin Li; he overheard some disciples talking and learned about our relationship with you, so he attacked us. Half of our disciples were killed by them, even Liu Yan was killed by them."

Upon hearing this news, a fierce gleam immediately surged in Xu Ping’an’s eyes as he fixed his gaze on Qin Li and his group in the distance.

Qin Li, too, looked over at Xu Ping’an’s side, his eyes carrying a hint of arrogance.

Dressed in a four-clawed python robe, Qin Li, despite being in his forties, had the appearance similar to a young man in his twenties.

His face was resolute and cold, exuding a deep ruthlessness, permeated with an air of nobility.

His cultivation was not low, but not particularly high either; he had reached the Seventh Rank Peak.

However, the powerful individuals by his side were numerous, with nine of Eighth Rank.

Four of them were his personal guards, while the other five were from the Tiankui Sect.

It seemed that the Tiankui Sect had completely pledged loyalty to Qin Li.

Yet these were not what captured Xu Ping’an’s attention. What made Xu Ping’an slightly wary was a woman standing beside Qin Li, dressed in white.

The woman looked cold and exquisite, with a well-proportioned figure and jet-black hair held up by a jade hairpin at the back of her head, giving off an intensely immortal aura.

She appeared to be in her twenties, but Xu Ping’an could tell that her actual age was probably in her thirties.

Her cultivation was not low, having reached the Semi-Step Ninth Rank, and she was probably only a hair’s breadth away from fully opening the Heavenly Gate.

From her, Xu Ping’an felt an incomparable coldness.

"Who is that woman?" Xu Ping’an asked Gu Lingyan.

"The daughter of Hanyue Heaven’s Heavenly Master, Zhao Hanyue. Her strength is no simple matter, Xu Ping’an, you must be careful. It’s said that Hanyue Heaven has formed a marriage alliance with this Qin Li. Zhao Hanyue’s visit this time is to assist Qin Li in obtaining the Qin Family’s bloodline," Gu Lingyan explained.

Hanyue Heaven?

Xu Ping’an was somewhat surprised.

Hanyue Heaven was also among the more formidable of the Heaven Beyond Heavens in the upper thirty-six layers of heaven.

It was said that Hanyue Heaven’s power could rank within the top five among the upper thirty-six layers of heaven.

Unexpectedly, this Qin Li was so formidable that he could have a daughter of Hanyue Heaven’s Heavenly Master marry into his family?

"How were you able to withstand them when they are so powerful on their side?" Xu Ping’an curiously asked.

Logically speaking, given the formidable power of Qin Li’s side, if they really took action against Gu Lingyan and the others, Gu Lingyan’s group should have all perished.

With Qin Li’s style, he was not the merciful type either.

"It was Li Xuanqing from Chiming Heaven and the Ninth Prince, Qin Mu, of the Great Qin Immortal Dynasty who came to our assistance," said Gu Lingyan.

No sooner had she finished speaking than three figures approached.

The newcomers were none other than Li Xuanqing, Qin Mu, and Qin Yu.

"Brother Xu, we are finally meeting," Qin Mu said with a smile.

Originally, when Xu Ping’an had refused his help, opting to leave the imperial capital on his own, Qin Mu had been worried Xu wouldn’t make it out.

But after hearing about Xu Ping’an’s deeds, he was greatly enlightened.

Thus, when he learned that the Eternal Palace was Xu Ping’an’s power base, he immediately offered his support without hesitation.

"Thank you, Ninth Prince, for your assistance," Xu Ping’an replied.

"You’re my brother; it’s only right that I lend a hand," Qin Mu responded, still smiling.

Xu Ping’an nodded, making a mental note of Qin Mu’s favor.

"Brother Xu," Li Xuanqing likewise greeted him with a slight bow, by way of a greeting.

Qin Yu sized up Xu Ping’an with a look of contempt and said, "Xu Ping’an, you’re not up to par. You’re only at the Seventh Rank Third Layer Realm, and I’ve already reached the Seventh Rank Sixth Layer Realm. My senior brother has already reached the Eighth Rank Fourth Layer."

Eighth Rank Fourth Layer?

Xu Ping’an involuntarily looked towards Li Xuanqing and sure enough, Li Xuanqing’s cultivation had reached the Eighth Rank Fourth Layer Realm.

That Li Xuanqing could advance to this level so quickly must also be due to some fortuitous encounters.

"Congratulations, Brother Li, on breaking through to the Eighth Rank," Xu Ping’an said with a smile.

"Brother Xu, you’re too kind. If it hadn’t been for the Tianlong Marrow you gave me, and the good fortune of finding a Creation Pill in a Sect ruin, I wouldn’t have been able to make such a quick breakthrough," Li Xuanqing responded modestly.

"Brother Li, thank you for your help," Xu Ping’an said in response.

"There’s no need for thanks between you and me, Brother Xu," Li Xuanqing replied, waving his hand.

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Xu Ping’an nodded.

After several interactions, he and Li Xuanqing had established a profound friendship.

He knew that Li Xuanqing’s help was sincerely offered.

"Xu Ping’an, you’re in no small trouble. It seems there are quite a few people here who want to kill you. Maybe you should run away quickly," Qin Yu said, speaking up when she saw that Xu Ping’an was ignoring her.

At her words, Li Xuanqing’s expression also turned grave: "Although Qin Yu’s words are unpleasant, she is not wrong. Indeed, many people here want to kill you."

When he had stopped Qin Li earlier, he had clearly sensed a great deal of hostility from around them.

"Yeah, Brother Xu, how many people have you offended? Look around; it seems like they all bear animosity toward you," Qin Mu added with a wry smile.

Xu Ping’an laughed when he heard this, knowing without having to look.

Indeed, many people wanted to kill him.

"No worries, if they dare come, they will regret it," Xu Ping’an said with an indifferent smile.

His gaze swept the surroundings, feeling the killing intent coming from at least five directions.

He was familiar with these people; they all belonged to forces that had previous entanglements with him.

Although there were many of them, none were Ninth Rank Experts, so this level of power could not pose a substantial threat to him.

And indeed, some accounts needed to be settled.

A sharp, cold intent surged in Xu Ping’an’s eyes like the edge of a blade.