Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting with brother's wife and young sister Chapter 989 - 510: Explanation? Do I Need to Explain? (Part 2)

Nineteen Prince’s Mansion.

Liu Sheng was seated, leisurely enjoying his wine, while Qin Qi, along with Wu Guang and the other three generals, exhibited considerable impatience.

"Alright, the wine is finished. What’s the situation? You should tell us now!" Qin Qi, unable to contain himself any longer, voiced his demand. Despite being a member of the Imperial Family, he found this old official’s penchant for mystery quite vexing.

Upon hearing this, Liu Sheng drained his cup in a single gulp before slowly setting it down, his movements deliberate. In truth, his unhurried pace wasn't an act; he was genuinely delighted. He had single-handedly resolved the major issue at Stone Cave, and Chen Xuan had finally reached his full potential, a most perfect outcome.

He then turned his gaze to Chen Xuan. "You speak!" Instantly, all eyes shifted to Chen Xuan. In such a setting, he dared not put on airs and immediately reported, "The Great Ancestor and Second Ancestor of the Stone Race are deceased. The Third Ancestor managed to escape, but it’s not a significant issue."

"Furthermore, the Li Family had been concealed within the Stone Race all along."

"This time, the Chief Eunuch eliminated a master at the Peak of the Eighth Layer from the Li Family, leaving only one at the Late Stage of the Eighth Layer."

"Oh, and the Holy Land of the Stone Race has been razed!"

"That is all the pertinent information!" The news concerning the Stone Race, the Li Family, and the Holy Land left everyone present gasping. Qin Qi’s expression shifted dramatically upon learning that the Li Family had been hiding amongst the Stone Race.

After a considerable pause!

"You all may depart now." Hearing this, Wu Guang and the four generals rose. "Yes, Your Highness!"

At this moment, only the three of them remained in the grand hall. Qin Qi’s gaze then turned towards Liu Sheng. "Is the Stone Race now under the control of the Li Family remnants?" He was no fool; the individuals eliminated were supreme experts, and Liu Sheng clearly harbored ulterior motives.

"More or less. It depends on whether he possesses the capability for it." Although he claimed all the credit, Liu Sheng did not withhold these details.

"How did you manage it? Eliminating a Peak of the Eighth Layer expert is no simple feat!" Regarding Qin Qi’s inquiry, Liu Sheng let out a sneer. "You cannot. I am a seasoned master at the Peak of the Eighth Layer. How could you, at the Late Stage of the Eighth Layer, possibly comprehend it?"

"You..." Meanwhile, Chen Xuan, seated beside Liu Sheng, struggled to suppress his laughter, only now realizing that the Chief Eunuch also had a penchant for boasting. One more remark from Liu Sheng further incensed Qin Qi, making him eager to retaliate.

"Hmph! With the Chief Eunuch of the Ritual Department acting so arrogantly, you should consider how you will explain this to His Majesty?" However, after uttering this, he felt rather foolish. Having eliminated the remnants of the previous dynasty and quelled the threat of the Stone Race, Emperor Yu would likely overlook any transgression, even if Liu Sheng were to kill himself.

"It is sufficient that you are aware." Seeing Qin Qi’s expression, Liu Sheng stated calmly. Explain? Did he need to explain? Emperor Yu would undoubtedly be contemplating rewards; dealing with the Ancestors of the Stone Race and the Holy Land would significantly alleviate the pressure within the empire.

Imagine the immense financial savings and relief provided to Great Yu. The empire had been perpetually strained by these dangerous factions over the years, a fact evident in the depleted national treasury.

"Alright, with the wine depleted, I shall return to the Imperial City."

"You were unaware that the remnants of the previous dynasty had infiltrated the Stone Race. Ponder how you will explain this to His Majesty." Upon hearing this, Qin Qi’s expression darkened. As a member of the Imperial Family stationed at Stone Cave, his ignorance of the infiltration by previous dynasty remnants was a grave offense, especially given the magnitude of the incident.

However, Liu Sheng paid it no mind and looked at Chen Xuan. "Let’s go!" The two departed one after the other.

"Sigh!" Gazing at the empty grand hall, Qin Qi exhaled deeply. His sole intention in guarding Stone Cave had always been peace, desiring neither merit nor blame. This was his strategy to prevent his elder brother from finding any pretext for action. But this time...

"Father, what should your child do?"

Meanwhile, within the Stone Race Royal City.

In the grand hall, Li Mu, having assumed the form of the Great Ancestor, sat at the head of the assembly, his aura noticeably weakened. Below him stood the remaining experts of the Royal Family and the leaders of the Three Major Clans.

"Great Ancestor, what precisely occurred? Why have so many clan members vanished without explanation?"

The speaker was a Royal Family expert who had reached the Peak of the Seventh Layer of the Dao Realm, Shi Jun, currently the strongest individual in the Stone Race Royal Family.

"Humans have infiltrated, and both the Third and Second Ancestors have met their demise in defense of the Stone Race's honor!"

Li Mu's expression turned sorrowful as he delivered this news slowly.

"What?!"

Shi Jun let out a cry of anguish, his face instantly paling. He even stumbled backward, though fortunately, a middle-aged man standing behind him managed to catch him.

"Damn you, humans!"

He roared, unleashing his aura. The sheer power radiating from him was enough to shake the entire grand hall.

"Calm yourself!"

Li Mu's voice boomed loudly. Immediately, a formidable pressure descended, suppressing Shi Jun.

With a heavy thud, Shi Jun was forced to his knees!

"Great Ancestor!"

Shi Jun wailed sadly. Despite being an expert at the Seventh Layer of the Dao Realm, tears streamed uncontrollably down his face. "I implore you, Great Ancestor, to unite the might of our entire clan and strike against the humans to avenge our two fallen Ancestors!"

"Silence!"

Li Mu bellowed angrily.

"These members of the Stone Race are indeed simple-minded fools!"

Li Mu cursed inwardly.

Attack the humans now? Would that not be tantamount to suicide?

Furthermore, such an action would reveal his true intentions.

He had spent so many years meticulously plotting. His son had died, his brother had perished, and many from the Li Family had sacrificed everything, all for the sake of establishing a complete Stone Race. Now, he was being asked to attack the humans?

What possible gain could he achieve from that?!

"Great Ancestor, why?"

Shi Jun protested, bewildered. With the two Ancestors dead, why would their Great Ancestor refuse to seek vengeance?"