Chapter 418: Establishing Might [V5C125 A Distance Within Reach]

Moments later, two heavy trucks filled with men from the Nangong squad arrived at Dark Flames gates. It was just that all of them were injured, tightly bound, and there were even some corpses.

Only at this point did Song Hu understand that Song Zining wanted him to set up an interrogation room. But he still found it difficult to disguise the shock in his heart no matter how hard he tried. Even if Song Zining were already a champion, he should be a newly advanced one. How then was he able to sweep through the Nangong family troops and capture them all in one go?

The interrogation room was set up a while later.

It could hardly be called an interrogation chamber and was more like a trial hall. Over thirty Nangong family soldiers and five corpses were brought into the room together with an entire company of the most elite guards whom Song Hu had arranged for Song Zinings safety. It took the largest conference hall at Dark Flame headquarters in order to settle them all in.

Only after everything had been arranged appropriately did Song Zining finally appear in the company of several beautiful ladies. He stepped steadily toward the stage and sat down with due calmness as his aides hurriedly delivered tea and fruits.

Song Zining looked down from above with a sidelong glance and asked calmly, Who are these bound prisoners?

This knowing question quickly infuriated the Nangong family squad.

One of the leaders said furiously, Song Zining! Kill me if you want. I, Nangong Kang, am your son if I so much as frown! Why must you humiliate us so? Your Song clan may be powerful, but our Nangong family isnt so easily bullied either!

Song Zining only laughed and tossed a slice of fruit into his mouth. I dont think that the Song clan is powerful at all. If it really is powerful, how could it be taken advantage of by you people?

Nangong Kangs expression changed. Seventh Young Masters words are incorrect. Weve never offended the Song clan.

Song Zining pointed beneath his feet and said with a smile, Its not too late to let you know that I have a share in this place. You people smashed my business and killed my men for no good reason. If this isnt pushing the Song clan around, then what is it?

Nangong Kangs expression changed yet again. They had no idea that Song Zining owned a share in Dark Flame. However, the Nangong family had completely shifted to the Imperial Party and even dared offend the Zhao clan, so the Song clan didnt matter all that much. Moreover, as Nangong Kang saw it, Song Zining was only trying to fault them and extort some benefits.

He immediately sneered, That is quite the secret, but, just as the Seventh Young Master said, its not too late to know about it now. Since Seventh Young Master has captured us, you can negotiate with the Nangong familyjust state your demands whether you want money or land. Im sure the family will give you a satisfactory reply.

Song Zining shook his head with a smile. Why go to all the trouble? Im old now, and my memory isnt so good. As such, I prefer the simplicity of taking revenge on the spot! Song Hu, how many men did we lose?

Song Hu replied from the side, Seventeen in total, Young Master.

Very well. Ive killed five of them already, so that leaves twelve. Pick any twelve and chop their heads off! Use my blade here. With that, Song Zining removed his sword and tossed it to Song Hu.

Despite having experienced his fair share of important matters, Song Hus expression couldnt help but change at this point. Killing twelve soldiers wasnt a big deal for someone of Song Zinings status, but a public execution was a different matterit was tantamount to declaring war on the Nangong family!

Song Hu could hardly believe such extreme words would come from the extremely sophisticated Seventh Young Master who had always handled matters with great discretion. But he could only obey since the order had been issued. Song Hu immediately drew the blade and arrived behind the group of Nangong soldierswith its rise and fall, twelve heads rolled to the ground in a flash.

Song Hu couldnt care about the blood all over his body. He returned to Song Zinings side and said, Seventh Young Master, the men have been killed. I now return your treasured sword!

Song Zining opened his fan with a swoosh and covered his face. He then said while waving his hand, Stay away, stay away! Look at what youve done. Theres blood everywhere. Seeing blood is the one thing Im most afraid of!

Song Hu was immediately shocked after hearing this. Meanwhile, the group of maids giggled with their mouths covered. It seemed these little girls taken in by Song Zining werent simple either. At least, they were still quite calm and cheerful while facing this bloody scene.

Below them, Nangong Kang was glaring so hard that his eyes were about to tear. He roared furiously, Song Zining, you dare kill my brothers. Therell definitely come a day when I quarter you and turn you to ash! Dont ever think about sleeping soundly as long as Im alive!

Song Zining was startled after hearing these words. T-Thats really not good! he said unhurriedly with a terrified expression. Then I can only let you die.

At this point, a maple leaf formed of origin power appeared in Song Zinings hand.

A sudden shout came through from outside the window. Halt!

But Song Zining didnt seem to hear anything. The leaf in his hand shot out at lightning speed and sent Nangong Kangs head flying high into the air.

You dare?! The person outside was both angry and surprised. He hadnt expected that Song Zining would take action so decisivelyhe didnt even have time to stop the latter.

The french window opened without any wind as a young man walked in. He stared daggers at Song Zining and said word by word, Ive long since heard about a certain Junior Zining from our batch whos brimming with talent. But today, I found that your methods are also extraordinary. Its just that your actions are so ruthless. Do you not wish to leave some leeway for the future?

Song Zining laughed in a fairly reserved manner. How can my meager talents compare to Senior Brother? Senior Brother Xu Lang is the number one in Yellow Springs. Please dont mock me. See? Im already scared after seeing blood. How can I be a ruthless person?

Xu Lang was stoppered up, and his countenance turned malicious. This Song Zining had so casually ordered to have twelve people beheaded, not to mention he himself had just taken someones head. Yet, he was still claiming that he didnt dare see bloodhis pretentiousness was on a whole new level.

Song Zining spread his fan and said, Could it be that Senior Brother is behind these people?

Xu Lang had no way to continue this topichow could he fall for such an obvious verbal trap?

He snorted coldly and said in a mocking tone, Major clan descendants are indeed different. But I heard junior brothers share in Dark Flame is only a small amount. Is it worth offending the Nangong family for such a minuscule profit? Its best junior brother not take on the role of a scapegoat!

The threat in Xu Langs words was obvious, but Song Zining didnt mind it at all. The conflict between clans has always been tangled and complicated. Its not easy for Brother Xu to reach this stage with your commoner background. You shouldnt wade into these muddy waters so easily. Im here right now, but quite understandably, you wont dare take action. Even if Im not your match, I still have brothers, elders, and the many experts raised by the Song clan. These people arent mere freeloaders and will surely retaliate in kind. If Senior Brother wishes to lecture me, I suggest waiting for another five years or so!

Xu Langs countenance immediately turned unsightly. He sneered, Major clan descendants are really quite imposing! Do you have no other cards to play apart from ganging up on people?

Song Zining laughed heartily at this. He flapped his fan even faster as he said with a laugh, This is the only good thing about being a noble. Itll be a waste not to put it to use.

Xu Lang couldnt flip out despite his fury since Song Zining was acting in such a scoundrelly manner, not to mention most of the Nangong familys men were already dead anyway. He immediately said with a frosty demeanor, Well played Zining, this senior brother is much obliged. But you must know that certain other people dont have powerful backgrounds, especially Junior Brother Qianye. He should take great care when going out in the future.

Song Zining only chuckled. Is Senior Brother referring to that troublemaker, Qianye? Its fine, you can teach him a good lesson when you next meet him. Ive been displeased with him for a long time now.

Xu Lang only snorted and left, knowing that he simply couldnt gain any advantage in a verbal spar.

The Dark Flame soldiers in the room all collapsed in succession after Xu Langs departure and only managed to clamber up moments later. The mans presence had exerted a formless suppression in the room, and it took these soldiers everything they had just to remain standing. Now that the pressure had vanished following Xu Langs departure, the men could no longer hold on and collapsed one after another. Only the powerful officers were able to remain unfazed.

Song Hu was aghast. This Xu Lang was so young, but his strength was unfathomable. It seemed even Song Zining was at a disadvantage and could only protect himself. He couldnt shield all those soldiers in the hall.

Seventh Young Master, what shall we do with the remaining prisoners?

Song Zining was still smiling frivolously. He swept his gaze over the Nangong family members below and said, I wanted to keep a couple of them alive to deliver a message to Nangong Yuanbo, but thats no longer necessary since Senior Brother has come. Kill them all!

This isnt too appropriate, is it? A shocked Song Hu said cautiously, Seventh Young Master, this method is too ruthless. It wont be good if word gets out. Moreover, killing these people would mean a real war with the Nangong family.

Song Zining smiled indifferently. Its not ruthless at all. Im not a softie like Qianye. This time, Ill have those people know that as long as Im here, Dark Flame is a place they wont ever return from.

The Nangong family army

Song Zining replied calmly, If they dare come, then I dare fight them. Its high time they see my tactical abilities.

Seventh Young Masters abilities are naturally top-notch, a maid chimed in from the side.

Song Zining laughed loudly and said, Im not being modest. Even Qianye isnt my match when leading troops into battle.

Another maid asked curiously, Has the Seventh Young Master ever fought Sire Qianye?

Of course, weve never fought a real battle, but Ive rehearsed it several times on the sand table and the results are always the same.

What are those results? It wasnt just the maids, even Song Hu and the other Dark Flame warriors were curious at this point. In Song Hus eyes, Song Zining was undoubtedly a heaven-bestowed talent, but he had also found Qianye becoming increasingly unfathomable after an extended period of interaction. It was truly difficult to say who would win in a direct confrontation.

Song Zining closed his fan in the face of all those curious gazes and said heroically, Naturally, Im the one with extraordinary skill in leading troops. I marched straight ahead and directly wiped out that troublemakers army. Then

Then what? everyone asked in unison.

Song Zining clenched his teeth and said, Then that calamity broke into my camp alone and took my head!

Within half a day, the corpses of the Nangong family men had been fixed to wooden frames and exposed to the public. All the powers in Blackflow City immediately became quiet and decided to lay low. No one dared make a rash move.

Everyone knew some changes were imminent following Qianyes prolonged absence. However, Qianyes departure begot Song Zinings arrival, and the latter was even more difficult to deal with. With Song Zinings current status, he could kill any commoner or landowning household member at his whim. Even the Nangong familys troublemakers had been killed off; what could these ordinary people even do?