"This time, you're not the main force. Don't be too rash." Ye Shikai advised subtly, also reminding the members of the Netherworld Palace not to be too flamboyant, lest they become the target of all.

Some elders of the Chen family remained silent about the presence of the Netherworld Palace members. They knew about the relationship between Chen Yuxin and Ye Shikai. As a married couple, there was no distinction between them. The war generals of the Netherworld Palace were Ye Shikai's trusted forces. Disrespecting Ye Shikai was equivalent to disrespecting the Family Head, Chen Yuxin. In the end, they would have to swallow the bitter fruit themselves.

"Yes, my lord, I understand." Nightmare stepped back a pace, retracting his murderous aura, and the atmosphere finally relaxed.

"Mr. Chen, I heard there was an attack on the station yesterday. Today, there shouldn't be any accidents, right?" Ji Tao's expression changed slightly, and it was unclear where he got his information, but he knew what happened last night.

"Rest assured, Family Head Ji, the sentry posts are placed three kilometers away. As soon, as anyone approaches, a warning will be given." Chen Yuxin said lightly. She had made emergency preparations this morning to avoid leaving anyone room to criticize. Although they were allies, in the face of the Ji family's occasional "nitpicking," Chen Yuxin had to know how to deal with it.

"Mr. Chen is indeed thorough in his considerations."

As soon as the words fell, a sharp whistle came from afar. It was the sound of the sentry post, and everyone tensed up immediately. Who exactly was approaching here? Judging by the sound of the whistle, this group was large, with hundreds of people. Before long, a group of people appeared in Ye Shikai and the others' field of vision.

"Haha, I was wondering who it was here. So it's the Chen family and Ji family from Yanjing." From the distance, a group of more than a hundred people walked slowly. The leader was surprisingly a well-looking... tomboy. Of course, this was just Ye Shikai's first impression. The woman had a ponytail. The crucial thing was that even in walking, she carried a "domineering" aura. Following her were a few elder-like figures and dozens of guards, imposing and majestic.

Ye Shikai did not know much about the Huaxia families. This woman seemed to be around twenty-five years old, and she spoke without any measure. From her words, it could be deduced that she had recognized their identities and knew she was facing two family heads, yet she spoke so freely. Ye Shikai was curious as to who this woman was.

"So it's Miss Li from the Li Mansion." Chen Yuxin said mildly.

"Xin, who is this Miss Li from the Li Mansion?" Ye Shikai asked softly, while also waving his hand, signaling for the members of the Netherworld Palace to take a step back and stay behind the Chen family's guards to avoid being seen.

"Li Mansion, which is the Li Family, is one of the three great families in Chang'an and also the most powerful. This is the eldest daughter of the Li family, Li Yueying."

"Since it's a family, why do you call it a mansion?" Ye Shikai asked curiously.

"The Li family was already a great family in Chang'an a thousand years ago. At that time, the homes of high officials and noblemen were referred to as 'mansions,' so this verbal expression has been passed down." Chen Yuxin explained.

"I see." Ye Shikai nodded. So the Li family's history is so long. Sustaining for a thousand years, no wonder Li Yueying exuded an aristocratic quality as soon as she appeared.

"So it's Miss Li from the Li Mansion." Ji Tao remained stern-faced, as one should have the demeanor of a senior given the hierarchy here.

"I'm Li Yueying, greeting my elders," Li Yueying stepped forward, slightly curtsying. It seems this eldest daughter of the Li Mansion isn't an arrogant spoiled rich kid after all.

"I didn't expect to meet the Li family so soon." Chen Yuxin stepped forward, "I wonder what brings Miss Li here."

"Why, Miss Chen, this is Chang'an, and I am the host. You all... are the guests. Shouldn't I be asking you what brings you here?" Li Yueying's lack of timidity, perhaps due to being similar in age to Chen Yuxin—albeit one is a miss and the other already a family head—meant that she showed zero deference to Chen Yuxin.

"Naturally, it's for the matter of the ruins." Ji Tao quickly interjected, providing an out for Chen Yuxin.

"Since the ruins are in my Chang'an territory, they should rightfully belong to the families of Chang'an."

"Miss Li, your words are mistaken. If that were the case, then the Li family should never have stepped out of Chang'an." A cold voice interjected, and it was Ji Qian speaking.

"Oh, I heard that the newly returned eldest daughter of the Ji family is an extraordinary beauty. It's our first meeting." Li Yueying smiled slightly. When the two women met, an "invisible war" of aura immediately ensued.

"First meeting, Miss Li. I hope... we can get along well." Ji Qian said coldly.

"Ahem, Miss Li, perhaps we should speak openly."

"Stop." Before Ye Shikai could finish, Li Yueying interrupted directly, leaving him momentarily startled.

"Such an interesting man." Li Yueying's eyes narrowed slightly, looking at Ye Shikai. She spoke blandly.

"What do you mean?" Ye Shikai was somewhat bewildered. If he remembered correctly, this was his first time meeting Li Yueying, yet she had such a "stance."

"Your identity is mysterious, and you're an unpredictable person. I'm very interested in you." Li Yueying's gaze shifted toward the subtly angry Chen Yuxin and then to Ji Qian. This move was obvious, as if... meant to be seen by everyone. After all, everyone was watching Li Yueying now, so wherever she looked, people would follow.

"I never expected the respectable eldest daughter of the Li Mansion to be a woman of such frivolity." Ye Shikai said coldly. Indeed, Li Yueying's face changed instantly. A noblewoman being "insulted" like this would naturally be a bit angry.

"Hmph, trying to provoke me intentionally is not that easy. Now I am even more interested in you." Li Yueying said calmly, scanning the crowd. "Since everyone is here to explore the ruins, I have a suggestion. Why not join forces and enter together?"

Li Yueying's words were shocking. Although she wasn't the sect leader of the Li Mansion, as the eldest daughter, her position symbolized status. Her words and actions could represent the Li Mansion, and now her suggestion did not sound like a mere jest.

"Big brother, I think it's a good idea. The Li Mansion is a great family in Chang'an, and Li Yueying is the eldest daughter. If we cooperate, we not only avoid having the Li Mansion as a formidable competitor but can also use their influence to deter others. It's a win-win." Ji Feng said softly to Ji Tao, while the followers of the Chen and Ji families were whispering among themselves. In contrast, Chen Yuxin and Ji Qian's expressions turned extremely grave after hearing this.

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