The Strongest Dandy in the City-Chapter 393: Disturbance at the Funeral (Part 4)

The eyes of everyone in the hall once again converged on Ye Chenfeng. Xu Guodong was convinced that it was Ye Chenfeng who had beheaded Xu Pengfei. Who else in Wu State would dare to offend the Xus?

In terms of business, military, and politics within Wu State, the Xus had a colorful and influential presence. Although Ji Chang was the commander of the Wu State military region, the Xus’ influence within the military region was no weaker than Ji Chang’s, and in many ways, even more powerful. No wonder Ji Chang, despite being the commander, still had to defer to the Xus.

Confronted with Xu Guodong’s frenzy, Ye Chenfeng remained unflustered and said, "Don’t slander me. Which eye of yours saw that I was the one who cut off your grandson’s head? And even if I were the one who severed Xu Pengfei’s head, so what? Do you have any evidence? We live in a society governed by law. Without evidence, don’t fart around in front of me."

"Who is this kid, challenging Old Master Xu time and again? I don’t think it was this kid who cut off Xu Pengfei’s head. The Xus’ villa has been heavily guarded these past few days. I think this kid is just full of himself. Once he realizes how terrifying the Xus really are, he will surely regret it to no end."

"Maybe this kid really does have something up his sleeve! Didn’t Old Master Xu call this kid Ye Chenfeng a moment ago? There doesn’t seem to be a prominent Ye family in Wu State. Could this kid be from another city? Among the families in Huaxia Country with the Ye surname that are worthy of mention?"

"Stop guessing wildly. In Huaxia Country, the only Ye family with substantial influence is the Yes of Capital City. But, this kid doesn’t seem like he’s from the Yes. If he was, he would indeed have the guts to stand up to the Xus. However, this is still Wu State, where the Xus are untouchable. Even if this kid has a powerful background, openly challenging Old Master Xu like this is unwise."

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The guests in the hall began to speculate about Ye Chenfeng’s true identity. They knew that Xu Pengfei’s funeral at the Xu family today was likely to encounter complications. Could the young man named Ye Chenfeng withstand the fury of Xu Guodong?

"Ye Chenfeng, since you admit it was you who cut off Pengfei’s head, then don’t think about leaving the Xu family villa today." Standing next to Xu Guodong, Xu Huanan angrily exclaimed. His son Xu Pengfei was not only dead but couldn’t even be left with a complete corpse, how could he remain calm as a father?

However, if the Xus hadn’t been so aggressive, would Ye Chenfeng have come to Xu Pengfei’s funeral to cause a scene? So, one could say that the Xu family had only themselves to blame this time.

"Look at you." Ye Chenfeng pointed at Xu Huanan, his face showing an expression that said you’re an idiot, and spoke, "When did I admit that I cut off Xu Pengfei’s head? Can’t you understand human speech? I was just saying ’even if,’ which is merely a hypothetical. Are all you Xus pig-brained? If that’s the case, then I really have nothing more to say."

"Ye Chenfeng, you’re too presumptuous," Xu Huanan said, his face turning beet-red as he took a step forward, veins popping on his forehead in anger.

Originally, Old Master Xu Guodong planned to deal with Ye Chenfeng after Xu Pengfei’s funeral was over. However, the incident of his grandson Xu Pengfei’s head being severed had caused him to lose his usual calm. He stretched out his hand to block Xu Huanan’s path and said to Ye Chenfeng, "I don’t care whether you cut off Pengfei’s head or not. If you want to leave the Xu family villa safely today, you better cut off both of your hands yourself! Otherwise, don’t even dream of stepping out of the Xu family’s front gate today."

Seeing that Xu Guodong was officially taking action against Ye Chenfeng, Xu Jian and his son Xu Kai, who had suffered at Ye Chenfeng’s hand, suddenly became excited. Especially Xu Kai, whose face was wrapped in bandages, his eyes gleaming with schadenfreude. He believed that he would soon witness Ye Chenfeng being trampled, unless Ye Chenfeng really did cut off his own hands. For Xu Kai, seeing Ye Chenfeng punish himself would be extremely satisfying.

"Grandfather, our decision to stand with the Xus was more than correct. The Yes are indeed a top-tier family, but their influence lies in Capital City. Our Ning family is in Wu State, while the Xus are like the uncrowned kings here. As long as we maintain good relations with the Xus, our Ning family will surely be able to safely expand in Wu State," Ning Yuanhang spoke to Ning Rongxuan, occasionally looking at Ye Chenfeng with disdain in his eyes.

"Grandfather, look how close Ning Yuting is to that boy, Ye Chenfeng. Has she no shame? Fortunately, she’s no longer one of the Nings," Ning Hongwen said with venomous jest.

"Enough from both of you! Since Elder Xu has spoken, Ye Chenfeng definitely won’t leave the Xu’s villa in one piece today. After all, people outside still don’t know that Ning Yuting and Ning Minyan are no longer with the Nings. Let’s take this opportunity to announce it. That way, we’ll have truly shown our stance to the Xus," Ning Rongxuan said after some consideration.

Ye Chenfeng, hearing the surrounding guests’ murmurs, always had a faint smile on his face. "Cut off my own hands? If I, Ye Chenfeng, decide to leave the Xus’, who could possibly stop me?" he said.

"Ye Chenfeng, don’t you think you’re being too arrogant? The Xu family has been more than merciful to you. I think it’s best you cut off your own hands," Ning Rongxuan spoke, then turned his gaze to Ning Yuting. "Yu Ting, if you and Min Yan are willing to sever ties with Ye Chenfeng and his people, and from now on follow my arrangements, then you two will still be considered part of the Nings. Otherwise, don’t ever think about setting foot in the Nings’ door again."

"Ning Yuting, this is the last chance the Nings are giving you. Make sure to grasp it well," Ning Yuting’s uncle, Ning Guangzhi, said.

"Ning Yuting, you should know that we are your family. Returning to the Nings will only benefit you," Ning Yuting’s younger uncle, Ning Guangbo, added promptly.

Standing beside Ye Chenfeng, Ning Yuting’s lips curled into a cold smile. She no longer held any hope for the Nings from Wu State; their ugly true faces kept showing up before her over and over again. With her teeth lightly biting her red lips, she said, "I, Ning Yuting, am no longer part of the Nings. Min Yan will not return to the Nings either, so stop your pretense. Doesn’t it disgust you?"

"Truly ungrateful. Well, from this moment on, Ning Yuting and Ning Minyan are no longer members of the Nings. In your lifetimes, don’t even think about stepping one foot into the Nings again," Elder Ning, Ning Rongxuan, declared coldly.

"Enough with the nagging already! Do you think clinging to the Xus will ensure your safety in Wu State? I’m certain you’ll regret this within a day, and who knows, you might even find yourselves kneeling before me," Ye Chenfeng replied with obvious disdain, looking at Ning Rongxuan and the others.

"Ye Chenfeng, you’re just a dead duck that refuses to admit defeat. I bet you’ll be the one thrown out of the Xu’s villa in the end! Hahaha—" Ning Yuanhang laughed uproariously.

"Ye Chenfeng, do you think the Xu’s place is somewhere you can run wild? Didn’t you hear what Elder Xu said? You better just cut off your own hands! That’s the wisest choice," Ning Hongwen taunted, eyeing Ye Chenfeng.

Seeing the Nings making their stance clear at this juncture, Xu Guodong felt somewhat pleased. "Ye Chenfeng, I’ll give you one more minute to think it over. Either you cut off your own hands, or I’ll have someone assist you," he said.

Ji Chang, the commander of Wu State Military District, standing to the side and seeing the situation spiraling out of control—especially since he didn’t know about Ye Chenfeng’s formidable skills—rushed to speak up, "This young man, Ye Chenfeng, is the grandson of Elder Ye from Capital City. Elder Xu, don’t you think you’re going too far? In my opinion, let Ye Chenfeng and Ning Yuting leave the Xus’. Both sides should take a step back."

Ye Chenfeng, seeing Ji Chang stepping forward to speak up for them once again, felt quite favorable towards this commander of the Wu State Military District. If there was a chance to pull Ji Chang to his side later on, he would indeed make a genuine effort. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, please visit qidian.com to cast your recommendation votes and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation.)