To Jiang Chen's disappointment, Yang Zhao actually didn't send anyone!
Night passed. Jiang Chen rose early. He knew today was destined not to be peaceful.
Whether Yang Zhao would fall or not depended entirely on the outcome of the mutual struggle today.
If Crown Prince Ye Rong couldn't take Yang Zhao down, Jiang Chen absolutely would not sit idly by. Never mind that he had killed Lü Wuji; if Yang Zhao didn't die, he would never let the matter rest with Jiang Chen.
Given their previous enmity alone, Jiang Chen absolutely could not allow Yang Zhao to continue his arrogance.
"Young Master, Commander Tian Shao has arrived."
So early in the morning, and Tian Shao was already here. Jiang Chen was somewhat surprised but still said, "Show him in."
Tian Shao's mood was a bit low, his expression rather grave.
"Brother Tian, things will work out eventually. Why be so downcast?" Jiang Chen smiled, trying to console him. This time, Tian Shao had truly worked hard and borne considerable risk and pressure.
After all, Tian Shao was a Commander of the Dragon Tooth Guard. Nominally, he was still Yang Zhao's subordinate. For him to stand against Yang Zhao was definitely a high-stakes gamble.
If he lost, he would pay with his life and fortune.
"Chen Shao, the resistance is immense right now. Last night, His Highness the Crown Prince went to pay respects to His Majesty the King. His Majesty couldn't bring himself to make a decision."
"Does that mean it's impossible to move against Yang Zhao now?"
"Alas, who let Yang Zhao have a sister who latched onto Elder Tie of the Treasure Tree Sect? The Royal Family still finds it hard not to be wary in front of the Treasure Tree Sect's high-ranking elders. Even if His Highness has the resolve, he's just been established as Crown Prince, his foundation isn't solid enough to influence the situation."
Tian Shao was very frustrated. They clearly had direct evidence of guilt, yet they couldn't convict Yang Zhao. This was undoubtedly a frustrating matter.
Seeing Tian Shao so dejected, Jiang Chen patted his shoulder. "Brother Tian, our friendship, forged through hardship, reveals true loyalty. I give you my word here: no matter how this turns out, I won't let you suffer a loss. Absolutely not!"
Tian Shao actually hadn't intended to complain. He truly considered Jiang Chen a brother and just wanted to vent his frustration.
Seeing Jiang Chen so kind and hearing such heartwarming words, whether they were sincere or not, made this iron-blooded warrior feel a warm current surge through his entire body, his heart growing warm.
However, Jiang Chen's words unexpectedly gave Tian Shao some confidence. Since meeting Jiang Chen, things that seemed inconceivable and utterly unexpected beforehand had repeatedly played out right in front of him through Jiang Chen.
Whether you called it miracles or Jiang Chen hiding his strength, the point was, Jiang Chen never seemed to let anyone down.
Now, with Jiang Chen making such a commitment, Tian Shao's first instinct was to trust him.
"Oh, by the way, Brother Tian, you mentioned Elder Tie just now? Is that the same Elder Tie who threatened me before, claiming to represent the Treasure Tree Sect and blacklist me?"
"Yes. His Highness the Crown Prince mentioned this matter to me too. It's that same Elder Tie." Tian Shao nodded and sighed. "This Elder Tie is just a newly appointed elder, not too terrifying. What's terrifying is his father, a senior elder of the Treasure Tree Sect, who now holds the position of one of the Four Grand Supreme Elders. His power and status are comparable to the Treasure Tree Sect's Sect Master!"
Jiang Chen paused, then chuckled. "No wonder that Elder Tie was so arrogant and spoke so boldly. Turns out he has an even more formidable father. That explains why he dared to act wild in front of Old Master Ye. So, his arrogance has some foundation after all."
Tian Shao saw that Jiang Chen showed no sign of nervousness and was even chatting and laughing, making him admire Jiang Chen's composure all the more.
How many people in his position, without any backing in the Tiangui Kingdom or the Treasure Tree Sect, could remain so calm upon learning their opponent might be a Treasure Tree Sect elder, or even a Grand Supreme Elder? Even if it was just an act, it was still remarkable.
Anyone else would have long been scared pale.
"Chen Shao, His Highness the Crown Prince has now gone to visit Old Master Ye. You are highly regarded by the Old Master and have caught Consort Dan's special attention. I actually think, if you could truly become the Old Master's disciple, even that Elder Tie wouldn't be able to touch you."
Jiang Chen smiled faintly. From another person's perspective, becoming Old Master Ye Chonglou's disciple would indeed be an ideal choice.
However, from Jiang Chen's perspective, Old Master Ye Chonglou was certainly formidable, but obviously not worthy of being his, Jiang Chen's, teacher.
Of course, he couldn't say this aloud.
"Brother Tian, the Old Master's situation is a long story. I hope this visit from the Crown Prince will earn the Old Master's support."
Just as they were speaking, hurried footsteps suddenly sounded from outside the door.
Guo Jin rushed in with a Dragon Tooth Guard. That guard saw Tian Shao and looked extremely anxious. "Commander, sir! Several Major Corps Captains from my Sixth Corps have all been detained at the Dragon Tooth Guard headquarters. Now, the Third Corps and Seventh Corps have received orders to surround the Jiang residence and arrest Young Master Jiang Chen!"
"What?" Tian Shao was shocked.
The shift in the situation was simply too staggering!
Even if Yang Zhao couldn't be touched immediately, he should be keeping a low profile right now. Yet this Yang Zhao had actually struck back!