Everyone was in shock. How could a human unleash such reckless killing intent?

But Clark's words were even more insane:

• "So you're Huang Bo Feng Li? You don't seem as powerful as they said."

Clark's arrogance surpassed the heavens. Everyone was terrified by his words.

Veins bulged on Feng Li's face from anger as he said:

• "Boy, I never expected you to be such an arrogant child!"

Han Yuan said in terror:

• "Is there really someone who dares to say this to the Imperial Dragon Clan?!"

Suddenly, Huang Bo Feng Li raised his fist filled with the dragon aura familiar to Clark, similar to Long Tianba's aura.

But Clark raised his fist and declared:

• "Dark Monarch's Fist! The Crouching Strike!"

A terrifying black aura flowed from Clark's hand. Everyone panicked and tried to hide - no one wanted to die from the collision of these two.

Huang Bo Feng Li charged, but Clark stood ready to receive the blow with his own fist.

However, Chu Chenqi's strange technique - an icy scarf - swiftly caught Huang Bo's fist.

Chu Chenqi said:

• "Young Master Huang Bo, I heard you've just broken through to the Void Transformation realm. Isn't it shameful to attack a youth at the Enlightenment stage from an unknown clan?!"

Everyone was stunned: a youth of unknown lineage placing himself beside the Huang Bo family!

Huang Bo freed his arms and said:

• "I shall show consideration for the beautiful Chu Chenqi and won't strike this child."

Clark's gaze was calm, but in Huang Bo's mind:

"How dare this bastard's son see himself as my equal? I, whom everyone calls Prince, and he dares address me by name without any honorific! It seems his arrogance will lead him to the heavens. I must kill him no matter the cost - after all, the mountain cannot accommodate two tigers, only one belongs here!"

Huang Bo left with his entourage and loyal elders, while Clark remained standing, observing intently.

Beside him were Qiu Ran and two others.

Qiu Ran said:

• "Young man, you've brought upon yourself troubles with dire consequences. But from the arrogance I've witnessed, it seems you have a terrifying background. Am I correct?!"

Clark's reply struck the three like thunder:

• "I have no one backing me. I stand alone against everyone, but I can bring an entire sect behind me!"

Clark's words were shocking: a man placing himself against royal families, seeing nothing but himself as a single entity!

The son of the Tian Jian clan leader greeted Clark:

• "Hello, I'm Tian Ling. I admire your words - strange for me to say despite being from a royal family, but I despise that bastard Huang Bo Feng Li. Those who belittle humans will face heaven's thunder obliterating their arrogance."

Clark laughed and put his arm around Tian Ling's shoulder:

• "I like people like you. I'm called Zu Long."

But Elder Tian Jun, Tian Ling's guardian, spoke:

• "But young man, if fighting breaks out, that Huang Bo has many people behind him. Have you thought of a solution?"

Clark replied:

• "Of course - you will help me!"

The three exclaimed in unison:

• "WHAAAAAAT???"

Clark laughed and responded:

• "Don't worry, friends. I didn't say this out of arrogance, but because our interests align. As you witnessed Huang Bo's actions, isn't it clear he wants to establish his family's dominance at your expense?"

Tian Ling asked:

• "What do you mean?"

• "Simply put: Isn't it obvious? He wants to unite the royal families under his clan's control."

• "Let's analyze the situation: There are opposing families, the weak family, the loyal families, and finally the family considered as wall grass - easily controlled and disregarded."

• "Let's arrange the families: Opposing families first - Tianjian Clan, second - Elder Qiu Ran's Qiulong Clan, third - Yaohua Clan which is at its weakest and serves as your current shield. If it falls, you'll follow."

• "As for other parties, you know what they are, and as for wall grass - naturally the Black Scorpion Clan."

• "You might also wonder about his childish act - that deliberate killing intent - he did it to attract attention and make the Tianjian Clan appear insignificant. Naturally, everyone would focus on the one with reckless killing intent."

Clark stopped speaking. Everyone was stunned by his analytical abilities.

Tian Ling asked:

• "Then how do we counter him?"

Clark pointed to himself:

• "I will instigate a massive massacre that will draw all attention to me. Then you can prepare, unite your forces, and strike the Imperial Dragon Clan."

Everyone was horrified! They hadn't even considered such a thing in their minds, let alone this bold man saying it aloud!

• "I know you're cautious, but I'm from the Black Clouds Sect, and as you know, it's extraordinarily powerful. I'll bring them here, making it easy to destroy the Imperial Dragon Clan without fear."

• "As for the Imperial Family, as you know, they won't dare oppose major sects."

Clark's plan was flawless from all angles.

Tian Long asked:

• "What will you do now? How will you instigate the fighting?"

Clark replied arrogantly:

• "Naturally, in the Grain King competition!"

Everyone was shocked! This child intends to compete against Han Song, known as the Grain King?!

But Clark is from a great sect like the Black Clouds, so naturally no one would easily oppose him.

Clark quickly moved toward the palace, where interesting events would unfold.

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Clark stood outside waiting. The attendees consisted of elders.

On the massive throne sat Huang Bo Feng Li, unlike others who sat on the floor.

The Tianjian Clan hadn't arrived - they were late.

Huang Bo Feng Li turned to Chu Chenqi, who stood in the hall's center as clan leader and hostess:

• "Is this seat empty? Why have you left it empty for the one standing outside?"

The one standing outside was Clark.

Chu Chenqi trembled and said:

• "This is the Tianjian Clan's seat. Why do you want to bring that boy in?"

Huang Bo said:

• "Even though I came for you, Chu Chenqi, since we're childhood friends, now you oppose me?!"

Everyone was terrified by his tone.

Suddenly, Clark's voice was heard as he entered and arrogantly sat in the Tianjian Clan's seat.

Chu Chenqi shouted at Clark:

• "How dare you, fool! Come stand beside me!"

But Huang Bo said:

• "Let him sit there! I don't want the seat empty!!!!"

Everyone panicked! Was this madman trying to assert his authority?!

Clark knew the truth: What was that fool doing?! This move was smarter than it appeared. He wanted to portray the Yaohua Clan tower as disrespectful to guests, directing hatred toward Chu Chenqi and Clark.

At the worst moment, the Tianjian Clan entered.

Tian Ling was shocked, looked at Clark and felt betrayed, saying:

• "If you're planning to insult us..."

Chu Chenqi said:

• "No worries, Elder Tianjian, we'll provide you seats."

But Tian Long and his uncle remained standing.

Clark broke the silence:

• "Tian Long, what about solidifying our friendship, drinking wine, and declaring brotherhood?"

Tian Ling felt insulted. Clark immediately shouted angrily:

• "You foolish child! Do you intend to ruin everything?!"

Tian Ling smiled, unoffended by Clark's insult, understanding it was part of their shared plan.

He quickly sat beside Clark, holding the wine cup Clark poured:

• "From now on, we're brothers. Don't forget to defend me, brother, since we've sworn an oath."

• "Uncle Tian Jun, sit beside me!"

The three sat together.

Chu Chenqi was stunned: How did Clark salvage the situation?!

Clark winked at her to continue.

Huang Bo was furious, glaring hatefully at Clark, thinking:

"The mountain can't hold two tigers! This child must die no matter the cost!!!"

Chu Chenqi spoke calmly, but killing intent flowed toward Han Song:

• "Today, with Young Master Huang Bo Feng Li presiding as judge between us, Han Song, I declare now: Confess your crimes against us!"

Everyone was shocked, realizing this was the plan of the three women standing together.

But Han Song remained calm. At that moment, Clark understood the events unfolding and what would happen next.

Huang Bo Feng Li said:

• "Elder Han Song, as evident, you've caused severe problems for Yaohua Clan's younger generation, with twenty elite disciples poisoned. Therefore, hand over the antidote and stay away from Yaohua Clan."

Han Song respectfully replied:

• "Well, Young Master, but as you know, I want the Buddhist Root. If I surrender the antidote, I'll lose greatly, so I have the right to demand the Root!"

Everyone panicked, and Chu Chenqi shouted:

• "How dare you demand that?! My clan will become worthless without its treasure, and you know it!"

Huang Bo said firmly:

• "Enough! Listen to my judgment: Yaohua Clan Tower will surrender the Buddhist Root in exchange for the antidote. Once delivered, Han Song will leave."

Chu Chenqi turned in shock:

• "How can this be? How can you say this? I brought you here to help me, and now you do this?! I won't accept!!!"

Huang Bo Feng Li shouted loudly:

• "Woman, have you no respect for me?! You bring me to judge between you, then declare my judgment unjust?!"

Clark calmly sipped his wine:

• "If there's conflicting opinions, why not hold a vote? In this vote, Lady Chu Chenqi cannot vote, Han Song cannot vote either, for fairness. Naturally, the judge also cannot vote."

Huang Bo slammed his fist on the throne:

• "How dare you, child, voice your opinion?! Have you no respect for us?!"

Clark replied:

• "I have no respect!!!! Well, I believe true disrespect is demanding your friend's clan surrender their treasure so arrogantly. That is the absence of justice and respect!"

Clark had completely cut off Huang Bo's voice and embarrassed him before everyone.

Han Song quickly said:

• "Ignore him, Young Master. He's just a foolish child. I accept the vote."

Huang Bo raised his hand to start the voting.

Han Yuan said:

• "I side with Elder Han Song."

Han Song immediately responded:

• "Elder Han Yuan remains wise as always."

The Black Scorpion Clan elder raised his hand voting for Han Song.

The total was two votes.

Attention turned to Qiu Ran, who tensed slightly. But Clark threatened him:

• "Old man Qiu Ran, vote wisely."

Everyone looked in horror: He'd provoked the blazing flame Qiu Ran! He'd condemned himself to destruction!

But Qiu Ran grew more tense, remained silent, then said:

• "I side with Yaohua Clan."

Everyone was stunned! Qiu Ran didn't even respond to this child!

Huang Bo angrily said:

• "Well, Elder Qiu Ran, well! It seems old age has affected your mind."

Qiu Ran tensed, but attention moved to the Tianjian Clan seat.

Tian Long, as his clan's representative, said:

• "Well, I side with Yaohua Clan, and I find Huang Bo's judgment unjust."

This was the peak of arrogance! He didn't address Huang Bo as "Young Master" or "Prince," and declared his judgment unjust!

Huang Bo responded:

• "It seems you no longer value your life, you cowardly child!"

His voice was piercing, but Tian Long paid no attention.

Clark said:

• "Well, since the vote is tied, I'll declare now."

• "I challenge Han Song in the Grain King competition! If I defeat him, he gets the Buddhist Root."

Huang Bo laughed confidently:

• "You've lost your mind! Well, you'll suffer humiliating defeat against Elder Han Song!"

Chu Chenqi looked on in shock: Huang Bo was completely against her!

Everyone left, with Han Song being the last to depart, saying:

• "What foolishness! You've let the wolf into your home! In truth, his family wants the Buddhist Root, not me!"

Chu Chenqi's gaze trembled from the disaster that had befallen her.

Clark watched from afar, thinking:

"I will kill you, Poison Elder, and you won't see tomorrow, you son of a whore!!!!"

To be continued....

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