No!
Shen Zhentian's expression changed dramatically; he knew that if this punch landed, he would undoubtedly die!
"Father, be careful!" Shen Yunting shouted, his eyes wide with fear.
At this critical moment, a flash of golden light appeared, and a small figure stood in front of Shen Zhentian.
Clang!
A crisp sound of impact rang out, and Chen Yuantu felt as if he had struck an incredibly hard piece of steel; a sharp pain shot through his fist.
Who is this?!
Chen Yuantu's face changed as he quickly stepped back, finally seeing that the figure standing in front of Shen Zhentian was actually a little girl no more than a year old.
The little girl wore a pink dress and had two adorable pigtails. Her fair face was filled with anger, and her big watery eyes glared at him fiercely.
Scum!
Her voice was sweet and clear, yet it carried an unmistakable sharpness.
Chen Yuantu was taken aback for a moment before his anger flared.
Who are you to ruin my plans?!
The little girl said nothing, only continued to stare coldly at him.
"Shen Qingyue, come back!" Shen Wanzhou's face turned pale as she rushed over to pull Shen Qingyue back.
"Mother, don't worry! I can handle him!" Shen Qingyue turned her head, gave Shen Wanzhou a sweet smile, then turned back to Chen Yuantu, a glint of cunning flashing in her eyes.
Hmph! A little girl who hasn't even been weaned dares to be arrogant in front of me! Chen Yuantu laughed in anger and reached out again, intending to grab Shen Qingyue.
However, just as he was about to touch her, a powerful force suddenly erupted from Shen Qingyue's body, sending Chen Yuantu staggering back several steps.
How is this possible?!
Chen Yuantu looked at the little girl in disbelief, shock and incredulity filling his eyes.
This power is even stronger than his!
How can this be?!
"Scumbag, today you won't lay a finger on my grandfather!" Shen Qingyue said coldly, her eyes filled with mockery and disdain.
Chen Li watched the scene unfold before her, instinctively covering her forehead with her small hand. In her heart, she thought, "My dear aunt, please don't make a scene! Do you really think you're still that lofty Empress? This scumbag clearly wants to eliminate everyone; how can your fragile body withstand it?"
Shen Zhentian's face turned pale as he looked at Shen Qingyue, who had suddenly rushed in front of him. He struggled to rise but was firmly pinned down by Chen Yuantu's oppressive aura, unable to move.
"Shen Qingyue, come back! Come here to Grandfather!" he shouted hoarsely, tears streaming down his face.
Chen Yuantu was momentarily taken aback by this sudden turn of events. Then, as if realizing something, his gaze towards Shen Qingyue filled with greedy light. "You... are you the girl from the Dragon and Phoenix Twins?" His voice carried an undeniable excitement.
Upon hearing this, Shen Wanzhou's expression changed drastically. She hurriedly rushed forward and pulled Shen Qingyue into her arms, watching Chen Yuantu warily.
"Shen Qingyue, stop being naughty and come back. Be careful not to get hurt," she coaxed gently, though her tone was laced with anxiety and unease.
"Don't worry, Mother, I'm fine." Shen Qingyue softly patted Shen Wanzhou's shoulder, comforting her in a childish voice. However, her gaze towards Chen Yuantu was icy, completely at odds with her age.
Chen Yuantu looked at Shen Qingyue, his suspicions confirmed, and his eyes burned with desire. A girl with exceptional talent! Although she was still young, the spiritual energy within her was remarkably pure. With such a gift, if she could be utilized...
"Since she is my bloodline, she should definitely return to the Marquis' residence with me!" Chen Yuantu's tone was domineering, as if Shen Qingyue were merely an object.
With such talent to accompany and serve Ming'er, how could he not awaken his own potential?
"Chen Yuantu, do you have no shame?!" Shen Wanzhou exclaimed in fury. "You don't want them back to inherit the Marquis title; you just want Li and Shen Qingyue to be stepping stones for your precious son! If they go back with you, they might not even be treated as slaves!"
"Impudent!" Chen Yuantu's expression darkened as a glint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes. "Being stepping stones for Ming'er is already their fortune! Ming'er is an Innate Sacred Body capable of attracting heavenly tribulations from birth; how could these two bastards compare?"
He looked at Shen Wanzhou as if she were an ant. "Get lost! Otherwise, don't blame me for being merciless!"
"Innate Sacred Body?" The previously silent Chen Li's eyes flickered with an unusual light upon hearing those four words.
He watched Chen Yuantu's greedy expression and let out a cold laugh in his heart. The phenomenon he had previously caused alongside Shen Qingyue had successfully shifted to this Wuding Marquisate; it seemed quite effective after all.
If only he and Shen Qingyue were given another ten years' time, then a mere Scumbag Dad would never be able to rise again!
"Touch my child, and you will have to step over my dead body!" Shen Wanzhou's eyes widened, a resolute determination surging within her.
She summoned all the Vital Energy in her body, her delicate hands clenched into fists, and she struck fiercely at Chen Yuantu's face.
Overestimating herself! Chen Yuantu didn't even lift his eyelids; he merely snorted disdainfully and waved his hand casually.
An invisible wave of energy erupted instantly, like a raging wind sweeping through, sending Shen Wanzhou's slender figure flying away.
She let out a muffled groan as her delicate body fell helplessly several yards away, a trickle of blood spilling from the corner of her mouth, staining the front of her clothes.
Mother! Chen Li and Shen Qingyue exclaimed in unison, slowly moving their legs as they staggered toward Shen Wanzhou's side.
You wretched woman! Still daring to fight back? Chen Yuantu cast a cold glance at the fallen Shen Wanzhou, his eyes devoid of pity, filled only with endless disdain and loathing.
He advanced step by step toward the Shen Family members, each step seeming to crush their hearts, making it hard for them to breathe.
Who dares to harm my daughter! Shen Zhentian's eyes were bloodshot as he roared, gathering all the Vital Energy within him and striking at Chen Yuantu with a palm.
Overestimating himself! A cruel smile curled at the corners of Chen Yuantu's mouth as he did not dodge or evade but met the attack with a palm of his own.
Bang!
The two palms collided with a deafening roar.
Shen Zhentian let out a muffled groan, his body sent flying back to the ground, blood gushing from his mouth.
He struggled to rise but collapsed weakly onto the ground, his face pale as paper and his breath faint.
Even with his rich combat experience, it was useless in the face of such an absolute disparity in strength.
Father! Shen Yunting and Shen Yunlei cried out in anguish upon seeing this, simultaneously roaring as they attacked Chen Yuantu from either side.
Shen Yunting's sword transformed into a silver flash, aiming directly for Chen Yuantu's throat.
Shen Yunlei swung his long knife with fierce momentum, aiming for Chen Yuantu's waist.
However, to Chen Yuantu, all of this was nothing more than child's play.
Chen Yuantu scoffed disdainfully. Overestimating yourselves!
Then he shifted slightly and effortlessly dodged both attacks.
A sinister smile crept across his lips as he countered with a palm strike. A torrent of overwhelming power surged forth from his palm.
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