C144 Pill King Competition(1)

The person who arrived was none other than Yu Jun, one of the four commanders of Cloud City. Yu Jun had always looked out for Liang Ruoxuan and wasn’t about to let her be humiliated like this. After tearing the white cloth to shreds and still not being satisfied, he stood on the platform, brandishing a knife, and roared, “Who’s the lowlife who wrote this? Come up here and face me!”

“Commander Yu! This is a matter between the Ma and Liang families. Even though you’re a commander of Cloud City, you shouldn’t interfere so casually!” A middle-aged man stepped onto the platform, smiling as he spoke.

“That’s Ma Feiyi, the current head of the Ma family!” Liang Ruoxuan whispered to Woo Zhengyang.

Yu Jun recognized the man and snorted, “Nonsense! Slandering someone’s good name is exactly what I should be dealing with as a commander of Cloud City!”

Ma Feiyi maintained his smile and said loudly, “Commander Yu, don’t make baseless accusations. The Ma family has always been aboveboard; we wouldn’t slander anyone. The marriage contract is real, isn’t it? Liang Ruoxuan and that kid Woo Zhengyang are clearly entangled. They were just whispering to each other; there’s no need for further proof!”

“Don’t talk nonsense! The handwriting on that marriage contract is obviously forged by your Ma family. The contract is fake, and who my niece is with is none of your business. I’m actually planning to match her with that young man!”

Ma Feiyi's smile vanished as he spoke seriously, "Commander Yu, you shouldn't make such accusations. The handwriting on the marriage document was personally verified by Ouyang Zhenshan, the head of the Heavenly Martial Academy. Are you questioning his authority?"

Ouyang Zhenshan, though the deputy head of the Heavenly Martial Academy, holds a status comparable to that of a ruler. The four branches of the Heavenly Martial Academy share the same head, who is often elusive. Thus, the deputy heads manage all affairs, making their positions highly significant.

Hearing Ma Feiyi mention Ouyang Zhenshan, Yu Jun was even more furious, growling, "Everyone knows about the close ties between the Ma family and Ouyang Zhenshan..."

"Uncle Yu!" Liang Ruoxuan suddenly interrupted, stopping Yu Jun from continuing.

Due to Ma Tenglong's talents, the Ma family and Ouyang Zhenshan have grown close over the years, a fact known to all. However, if Yu Jun were to publicly accuse them of collusion, it would be a direct challenge to Ouyang Zhenshan's authority. Despite being one of the four commanders, such an act could cost Yu Jun not only his position but possibly his life.

"Hmph! Does Commander Yu have an issue with my judgment?" A voice called out from afar, and by the time the last word was spoken, an elderly man in a white robe had appeared on the stage—it was Ouyang Zhenshan himself.

Yu Jun, known for his straightforward nature, ignored Liang Ruoxuan's anxious signals from below and firmly addressed Ouyang Zhenshan, "That's right, the handwriting on that marriage document clearly isn't my brother Liang's. We've been through thick and thin together; there's no way I'd mistake it!"

Ouyang Zhenshan, however, was not one to act impulsively. With a slight smile, he replied, "If Commander Yu has any objections, you can take it up with His Majesty. He's the one who makes the final decisions!"

"It's not because of..."

"Uncle Yu, let's not dwell on the past. We should focus on the Pill King Competition for now!" Liang Ruoxuan had to interrupt Yu Jun once more. If he continued, today's competition might not proceed peacefully.

Yu Jun had good intentions, but unfortunately, the situation was beyond his control. His words wouldn't change anything and might even bring trouble upon himself.

"Hmph!" Ouyang Zhenshan snorted coldly, "Today is the Pill King Competition, so I won't pursue this matter further. But if it happens again, I'll definitely take you to see His Majesty to settle this."

With that, Ouyang Zhenshan waved his hand, and two large cauldrons descended on either side of the platform, their bases deeply embedded in the ground. At the Heavenly Martial Plaza, there was also an underground fire vein, which was why the Pill King Competition was held here.

Having completed these arrangements, Ouyang Zhenshan announced loudly, "I will preside over this Pill King Competition. Both sides, please prepare. We will begin in half an hour!"

Seeing this, Yu Jun could only walk off the platform with a grim face and approach Liang Ruoxuan, asking, "Ruoxuan, do you have confidence this time?"

"Uncle Yu, don't worry. I'll definitely win back the 'Pill King Note'!" Liang Ruoxuan promised confidently.

"Haha... win? You're really dreaming in broad daylight!" A teasing voice interrupted. Everyone turned to see a man in a blue robe and a jade crown approaching with his entourage.

Beside this man was someone who looked like he wanted to pounce on Woo Zhengyang and take a bite out of him. It was Ma Tengyue, the same person Woo Zhengyang had knocked four teeth out of with a single slap. From their faces, Woo Zhengyang already guessed who the man was.

"Ma Tenglong, don't get too cocky. One day, you'll pay for what you've done today!" Liang Ruoxuan's face was icy cold as she spoke, her tone sharper than ever.

Although Liang Ruoxuan had just claimed she didn't care, what girl wouldn't be affected? Seeing Ma Tenglong, her anger flared uncontrollably.