Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law

Chapter 583: Storm is Coming

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"When do you plan to leave?"

In the Lieyang Royal Mansion, Situ Lie looked at Xu Ping’an and asked.

The geniuses from all these forces were still gathered in the Imperial Capital and had not left.

At this moment, they were most likely searching for Xu Ping’an.

"They simply want the opportunities I gained from the Heavenly Star Palace and the Divine Flame Hall," Xu Ping’an scoffed.

He acknowledged that some from these forces sought revenge, but most were after the treasures he possessed.

After all, items like Semi-Divine Artifacts were highly attractive.

The incident where he revealed the Semi-Divine Artifact at the Fire Divine Palace must have spread.

That alone was enough to draw many to him.

"Hmm, you have many treasures on you, and even if you didn’t, others would still believe you do, so these forces will not easily let you go," Situ Lie said.

Xu Ping’an nodded.

Now, with these experts converging on the Imperial Capital, anyone leaving the city would be subjected to their scrutiny.

If Xu Ping’an left, he would certainly not escape their notice.

"Do you have a good plan? I’ve heard that this time, some forces have brought treasures to inspect everyone at the city gates thoroughly. Some Tenth Rank experts have also not left, likely hiding in the shadows, waiting for you to walk into their trap," Situ Lie said.

Xu Ping’an fell into deep thought.

Leaving the city now was as difficult as ascending to the heavens.

These forces would certainly not let him leave easily.

A moment later, a fierce light glinted in Xu Ping’an’s eyes as he said, "Since they all want to kill me, I can’t just sit here waiting for death. If they plan to ambush me outside the city, then I’ll set up an ambush inside the city to kill them instead."

"What are you planning to do?" Situ Lie was taken aback.

He suddenly felt as if something significant was going to happen.

The Imperial Capital might soon descend into complete chaos.

"Elder Situ, please rest assured, this matter will not involve the Lieyang Royal Mansion. I will leave tonight, and I will act in person," Xu Ping’an responded.

"That’s not what I meant. The Lieyang Royal Mansion isn’t afraid of being implicated, you can stay with peace of mind. It’s just that your plan seems rather rash. What if they have powerful experts lying in wait for you? Wouldn’t that be very dangerous?" Situ Lie said, expressing his concern.

"Don’t worry, Elder, I have my own ways of preserving my life. As for your kindness, I have taken it to heart. However, I won’t be staying at the Lieyang Royal Mansion any longer. Sooner or later, it would bring trouble to you," Xu Ping’an shook his head and said.

He knew that Situ Lie meant well.

But as a prince of the Lieyang Royal Mansion, he also represented the Great Flame Empire.

If he became involved, it could potentially put the Lieyang Royal Mansion and even the Great Flame Emperor in a compromised position.

If the Great Flame Emperor were forced to intervene, it would not bode well for Xu Ping’an.

Situ Lie, seeing the determination in Xu Ping’an’s eyes, knew that his mind was made up.

There was nothing he could do to change Xu Ping’an’s decision.

Moreover, Xu Ping’an’s strength had already surpassed his own. If something were to happen, he would have no means of protecting him and it would only drag the entire Lieyang Royal Mansion down.

Even if Xu Ping’an was exposed and someone suspected him to be Wu Qing,

without evidence, there would be no issue.

It was precisely because of this that Xu Ping’an had decided to leave.

"Then do you have a destination in mind? Do you need me to arrange a residence for you? Rest assured, it will be secluded and no one will know that it is connected to the Lieyang Royal Mansion," said Situ Lie.

Xu Ping’an, however, shook his head, "No need, I have a safe place in mind, don’t worry, it’s absolutely secure."

Upon hearing this, Situ Lie was puzzled.

Could it be that Xu Ping’an had other allies in the Imperial Capital?

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But besides Li Qingyi and Su Chan, who else could he possibly know?

Li Qingyi and Su Chan were closely monitored by others.

For Xu Ping’an to seek them out was to walk willingly into a trap.

Though Situ Lie was perplexed, he didn’t ask any questions.

This was Xu Ping’an’s secret, the fewer people who knew, the safer it was.

"When will you leave?" Situ Lie asked.

"I’ll go in a moment. Senior, this is the Intermediate Grade Immortal Artifact, the Immortal Locking Rope I’ve obtained. It’s comparable to a High Grade Immortal Artifact, and I’d like you to keep it," Xu Ping’an said as he took out the Immortal Locking Rope.

Situ Lie was shocked. Was Xu Ping’an really giving such a valuable item to him?

"I couldn’t possibly accept. You should keep it yourself," Situ Lie hastily declined.

"I have no use for this item. Senior, please accept it. I am deeply grateful for your care during this time; consider this a token of my appreciation. Please don’t refuse," Xu Ping’an said.

Hearing this, Situ Lie hesitated, but in the end, he couldn’t refuse Xu Ping’an.

"Alright, I’ll accept this item then. Here’s a directory of the Empire’s capital and the residences and information of various factions’ personnel. I think you’ll find it useful," said Situ Lie as he handed a booklet to Xu Ping’an.

Xu Ping’an was immediately delighted upon hearing this.

This was going to be very useful to him.

With it, he could easily locate his targets, saving him a lot of trouble.

"Thank you, Senior. I will accept this. Now if you’ll excuse me, I need to say farewell to Brother Xingfeng and Sister Qianqian," Xu Ping’an said.

"Go on, be careful," Situ Lie sighed.

"This is goodbye then," Xu Ping’an responded.

With that, he disappeared from the courtyard.

Situ Lie remained in place, filled with myriad emotions.

With Xu Ping’an leaving like this, it was more likely that misfortune would befall him than not.

And there would soon be a storm of blood and violence in the capital as well.

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After departing from the Lieyang Royal Mansion, Xu Ping’an headed straight for the Holy Walk Palace.

The Holy Walk Palace was none other than the dwelling place of Qiu Lu.

That’s right, the place Xu Ping’an had chosen to stay was indeed Qiu Lu’s residence.

He planned to use the residence of an envoy from the Heavenly Spirit Realm as his place of refuge. In this way, the various factions would never suspect that the Heavenly Spirit Realm might be associated with Xu Ping’an.

Even if they had any suspicions, they wouldn’t lightly investigate an envoy from the Heavenly Spirit Realm.

"Who’s there?" As soon as he arrived at Qiu Lu’s dwelling, a powerful Soul Power immediately targeted Xu Ping’an.

"It’s me," Xu Ping’an replied directly.

"You?" Qiu Lu was somewhat surprised, for she hadn’t expected Xu Ping’an to come to her at this time.

Nevertheless, she let Xu Ping’an into her room.

Inside the room, Qiu Lu was dressed in a white gown, ethereal and pure, extremely elegant.

She looked Xu Ping’an over, with a hint of confusion in her eyes.

Xu Ping’an was well aware of her thoughts and spoke up, "I’ll be staying with you for a while. Don’t let anyone know I’m here. How about it?"

"That’s possible. But why?" Qiu Lu asked, not understanding.

Xu Ping’an simply smiled and replied, "You’ll find out soon enough."

Qiu Lu frowned, her confusion deepening.