Chapter 27 Collapse at the First Blow (1/2)

Yang Xuan was the real name of the man in green. Of course, Shen Lian had found out about it from Ling Chongxiao.

However, the person managed to utter the real name of the man in green; this would mean that the Xuanming division was decent in terms of data collection.

”Dear Sir, am I your prisoner? Or am I your underling?” Shen Lian stared at the officer from Xuanming division, Meng Han. Even though he was young and had a childish face, Meng Han found his stare to be intense.

He could not help but take a step back.

Governor Shuo was surprised by his move and squeaked lowly.

The room was eerily silent, and if someone were to make a sound then, it would be dropping a needle in a quiet room – everyone with an ear could hear.

Meng Han was surprised by the squeak. He blushed when he realized what was happening. His face was as red as burning iron.

Before he joined the Xuanming division, he was one of the disciples in the Chiyang Sect – one of the renowned and reputable great sects.

Chiyang Sect had been a loyal follower of the Founder of the dynasty before he came to be the Founder. The sect was cherished by the government and received various honorary titles for their services.

Chiyang Sect enjoyed high social status in both government and Jianghu.

Meng Han used to be one of the star disciples in the Chiyang Sect before he joined the Xuanming division. His talent was valued in the Xuanming division, which led him to be proud.

If words about this were to get out, what would the Jianghu drifters and his colleagues from the division think of him?

Shen Lian used to own a clinic. He met with people from all walks of life; he knew exactly what was going on in Meng Han's mind.

When faced with people as such, one must not succumb to their authority. Otherwise, they would think that you were an easy target to bully. Unlike the case with Governor Shuo, it was impossible to rationalize with people as such.

That was why Shen Lian showed his resilient side on purpose.

After all, the martial exercises left behind by the man in green could disrupt the balance in Jianghu.

Outsiders would never believe him if he said that he was not in possession of the Deity Vanquishing Sword and the Shenzu Scripture; what more, he actually had it in his possession.

Meng Han was the first to come for that, but he would not be the last.

The reason why Shen Lian moved out of the Shen family was to avoid bringing too many troubles to the family.

After all, he had not built his reputation yet. No one feared him, and there would be a lot of people who came looking for trouble.

By taking a step back, Meng Han had forced himself to an extreme – how could he be in fear of a young child?

”I just need to know about the incident with the man in green. I will not be harsh on you.” Meng Han spoke calmly, hiding the tension in his eyes.

Anyone would be able to tell that he was merely suppressing his anger.

”What if I don't talk at all?” Shen Lian replied fearlessly.

”I see that you are not refuting the claim. Young child, it seems that I will have to show you some colors before you open your mouth willingly.”

”Shen Lian, it is no big deal. Just start talking and the adults won't be too hard on you.” Governor Shuo advised.

”This is a matter of the Xuanming division. We don't need comments from state officials like you.” Meng Han glared at Governor Shuo.

Governor Shuo held back his anger. They were all working for the same Emperor, and in fact he got his office through sitting for the Imperial Examination. How dare the obnoxious people from Xuanming division look down on the state officials and treat them like pigs and dogs?

”Similarly, I don't need Sir Meng to comment on my matters.” Shen Lian replied with a smile.

”Good child.”

Meng Han was extremely angry. He was not planning to be too harsh on a mere child. However, Shen Lian had been pushing his buttons, and he could not contain his wrath anymore.

He drew the sword and instilled force into it. The iron sword that was made from well-tempered steel was burning, and hints of red could be seen.