Chapter 201: I'm going to catch him?

When Li Yuanji heard Yu Lin state his name, he immediately recognized Yu Lin's identity.

After all, the person his elder brother had gone to visit a few days ago was indeed Yu Lin!

He just didn't expect Zhong Kui to be connected with Yu Lin............... Now is not the time to discuss that.

Li Yuanji suppressed the humiliation of being knocked from his seat by Yu Lin, forcing a faint smile onto his face:

"So it's Mr. Yu!"

"I wonder why Mr. Yu would visit late at night and act in such a manner—what is his purpose?"

Seeing him still playing dumb, Yu Lin, too lazy to say more, said, "I know you're not a fool, and you yourself know you're not a fool."

"My intention is clear to you."

"If there's another time... the Qi King's position will be replaced."

"I have it in mind."

The moment the words fell, his form turned into a wisp of mist and vanished, appearing exceedingly profound.

It made Li Yuanji's complexion turn as hideously sour as if he'd eaten excrement, and the fire brewing in his heart burned ever hotter.

"Damn it!" He stared at the chair Yu Lin had just sat on, snatched it up violently, and smashed it hard to the side!

In the direction the chair flew, a maid with her head bowed stood.

With Li Yuanji's strength, if the blow hit, the maid would surely die.

Yet at the instant the chair was about to strike the maid, it abruptly halted mid‑air!

Then it shot back faster, slamming straight toward Li Yuanji!

Before anyone could react, a "Bang" resounded, the chair shattered, accompanied by a crisp sound of Bone breaking.

Li Yuanji spat a mouthful of fresh blood and collapsed heavily!

As he was about to lose consciousness, a faint shout from Mr. Wang reached his ears: "This is bad! Quickly report to His Majesty! Someone, tend to the Prince!"

He then fell into a complete blackout.

The news quickly spread to the Imperial Palace.

At that moment, the Wu De Emperor was enjoying a night with his beloved consort; upon hearing of Li Yuanji's incident, he leapt from the bed, fully awake: "What's happening?!"

The attendant hurriedly reported: "Your Majesty, just now at the Qi King's mansion..."

When the attendant finished explaining the whole matter, Li Yuan's expression had become extremely grim.

He slammed a fist onto the nearby wooden table: "How dare you bully my son!"

The heavy wooden table shattered in response.

Although he had been indulging in women for years, Li Yuan came from a top aristocratic family; he entered the cultivation path in his youth, and his strength had not waned much.

The aura unleashed in his raging fury now made the surrounding attendants' legs go weak, leaving them at a loss.

Li Yuan inhaled deeply, withdrew the outward breath, and said coldly:

"Go, send someone to summon the Qi Guan Master here."

Only then did the attendant dare to reply: "Yes!"

Watching the departing attendant, Li Yuan's eyes grew deep as he murmured low:

"Yu Lin... in ancient times the Yu Clan, even the founder of the Han Empire took them as teachers... the Yu family, what kind of lineage are they?!"

He flicked his sleeve, no longer drowsy, turned and strode toward the Qin Gong:

"In the Great Tang, only the Li family can dominate..."

Louguan Tai.

When Qi Pingding heard that Yu Lin had struck Li Yuanji, he was utterly stunned.

When he heard Li Yuan wanted to summon him to capture Yu Lin, he outright refused.

"You want this humble Daoist to go fetch him?"

"Surely you're joking."

Qi Pingding stroked his long beard, looking defiant, then raised his hand and pointed at Yuan Tiangang, who was watching the scene.

"Recently, this humble Daoist received guidance from Daoist Friend Yu, gained insight, and intends to devise a new sect technique; I truly cannot spare myself."

"This Daoist's strength is not inferior to mine; perhaps we should ask him to go."

"I suppose Daoist Friend Yu, before him, is like an eagle snatching a chick; with a slight move he can capture him instantly!"

When these words were spoken, everyone who had come to request his emergence turned their gaze toward Yuan Tiangang.

Yuan Tiangang: "............."

How could I not know I'm this powerful?

Me going after Yu Lin? An eagle snatching a chick, caught in an instant? Really?

"Old brute! You viper‑scorpion follower, do not involve me!"

"You go play by yourself!"

Yuan Tiangang rose instantly, performed some spell, and vanished in an instant.

The others, seeing him leave, could only withdraw their gaze.

The leader, looking troubled, said, "Qi Guan Master, if you are unwilling to go, we will have a hard time reporting to His Majesty."

"This............"

"Ah." Before he could finish, Qi Pingding waved his hand, cutting him off, and smiled lightly:

"You should return and inform His Majesty that Daoist Friend Yu is a founder‑like figure of a sect; do not offend him."

"Furthermore, he is pure‑hearted and fundamentally great‑good; the Qi King must have offended him, which is why this happened."

"Please, Your Majesty, investigate carefully and do not let the Qi King's kin cloud your judgment; if he has grievances, have him come here personally."

"Let this humble Daoist discuss it with him! Go ahead."

He waved his hand; a mass of cloud mist appeared under his feet, carrying him flying toward the mountain peak.

Seeing him leave, everyone had no choice but to follow his words, leaving Louguan Tai and rushing back to Chang'an on fast horses.

While they were hurrying back.

Li Yuanji had already awakened under the physician's treatment; he looked at the medicinal plaster on his body, clenched his fist, gritted his teeth, and shouted at Mr. Wang waiting nearby:

"Mr. Wang."

"I'm here; please give your orders, Your Highness."

"Go, make things difficult for Zhong Kui among those taking the imperial examination!"

"Ah? Your Highness, if it's that Yu Lin............"

"Hmph, his ability is lacking; failing the imperial exam is his problem! What does it have to do with me? Furthermore, being injured by him was due to lack of preparation; if fully prepared, I wouldn't fear him! Just go."

"Yes, Your Highness is mighty; but what if another official sees his outstanding talent and lets him pass?"

"It's fine, pass a message to the consorts in the harem, let them whisper in my father the emperor's ear, saying that scholars are the face of the nation, the ugly harm the nation's dignity; I want Zhong Kui to pass or not pass!"

"Yes, Your Highness's wisdom and strategy are extraordinary! I'll go handle this on my end!"

Mr. Wang turned and left.

Li Yuanji looked at his back and sneered:

"I can't deal with you, but can't I deal with that Zhong surname? I have plenty of ways to let his sister enter my mansion!"

"I........ hiss."

Perhaps the movement was too large, pulling the wound, making him grimace; he could only lie down again.

Closing his eyes, he wildly imagined scenes in his mind; the corner of his mouth involuntarily curled up a faint smile.