Chapter 8, Anger
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At the moment Yang Ji turned around, a cold voice echoed through the hall
Even if the madam possesses the best of temperaments, at this moment she could not help but look pale with anger, staring at Yang Ji as if she wished to swallow him whole
In that moment, he felt an overwhelming impulse to charge forward recklessly and strike down this loathsome woman with all his might. His breathing became heavy without him realizing it, yet no one spoke; everyone looked at him with a gaze filled with pity.
The other elders sighed in agreement
The events that transpired concerning him left Yang Ji, the person directly involved, in a state of confusion and partial understanding, let alone Yang Yong, the matriarch, and several clan elders.
Yang Ji had not yet had time to react when he heard a tearing sound beside his ear, and then a whip struck his back with a stutter, landing precisely.
Yang Ji, however, did not let this opportunity slip by. Seizing the moment, he sternly rebuked, "Madam, instead of investigating Yang Yong, you come to deal with me. Is it not excessive to use your power for personal gain under the guise of public duty!"
Wait a moment
Even a few tribal elders had to acknowledge that Yang Ji's words struck at the heart of the matter, far exceeding their expectations
How on earth did this fellow manage it, or rather, was it the madam colluding with Yang Yong to do so... However, this is rather unremarkable, isn't it
If Yang Ji stubbornly denies or distances himself from this matter, no matter how eloquently he speaks, the three will unhesitatingly impose severe punishment on him according to the sect rules. However, Yang Ji deliberately presented facts that are evident to anyone with discernment.
This is precisely the display of vigor and passion that young people should exhibit. However, Yang Ji was surprisingly able to endure it
The injuries on Yang Yong are genuine and cannot be faked in the slightest. It is hard for the three of them to believe that he inflicted these wounds on himself as part of a ploy to evoke sympathy.
Sixteen years old, how time flies
Yang Ji lowered his head deeply, fearing that he could not suppress the anger in his eyes
Cough cough... Yang Ji and - Picture - Book, you are also a disciple of our Yang clan. It is not a solution to be so inept in both literature and martial arts all day long. Regarding Yang Yong's matter this time, according to the rules, the Discipline Hall should have imposed a severe punishment on you. However, the Discipline Hall is not so foolish; this matter cannot be judged solely based on Yang Yong's one-sided account.
If Yang Jiyao stays here any longer, the three of them fear they will be unable to contain their embarrassment.
Boom
To some extent, it is likely that more than half of the Yang family disciples would not dare to confront the currently powerful "Madam" in person and question her directly.
Sixteen years old ... ... One acre of fertile land ... ...
An elder of the clan cleared his throat and then said
Yang Ji felt a sudden heaviness in his heart, an ominous sensation arose; this reaction... was too unusual.
Several clan elders remained silent, and Yang Ji did not respond, only his eyes darted around as he thought rapidly
After the lady finished speaking, she lowered her brows and closed her eyes, no longer paying any attention.
In that moment, scenes from the past flashed through Yang Ji's mind like lightning, and suddenly, he came to a realization
The Hui elder, Yang Ji, is currently over fifteen years old, and by next June, he will be sixteen years old
The warrior's belief in the principles of martial arts is far more exalted than the status of the "Madam"
A gentleman takes revenge; ten years is not too late. If I act rashly today, it will only bring humiliation upon myself. Not to mention, these clan guards alone are not something I can contend with.
Yang Ji, the family has already made plans. Once you turn sixteen, we will prepare an acre of fertile land for you outside. From then on...
Yang Jiping usually appears timid and submissive, but this time he surprisingly understands how to strike back, demonstrating a meticulous thought process and well-founded reasoning. This is certainly not something a boy of his age would typically exhibit
Indeed, the matron withdrew her gaze, wiped the tea foam from the surface of the water, and adopted an attitude of detachment.
The lady sits in the hall, quietly drinking tea
According to the customs of our Yang clan, if a disciple of our clan exhibits immoral behavior and has not reached the first level of martial arts by the age of sixteen, they will be stripped of their clan membership and required to leave. This is a rule established by our ancestors, and no one can alter it
The lady's expression suddenly changed, her face filled with frost: "Are you accusing me?"
When it comes to matters of martial arts, no matter how much the three may favor the Madam and Yang Yong, they cannot in good conscience turn a blind eye and speak falsehoods.
What a heavy scheme!
At this moment, even the "Madam" was slightly lost in thought
Yang Ji sneered inwardly
The three tribal elders appeared with expressions of deep regret and contemplation
Yang Ji laughed angrily in his heart. Although he had already had a premonition, it was only when the three clan leaders spoke that he truly lost all hope.
Inside the Discipline Hall, tensions were high, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of an impending storm, with winds filling the building.
Yang Ji, however, was not afraid at all. By the time he entered, he had already adjusted his breathing, maintaining a three-part breath.
Hahaha, this is my clan, ...! ... This is their purpose!
Yang Ji did not become angry; on the contrary, he was struggling to suppress his emotions
However, our ancestors have their own rules; there are certain matters where, even as the elders of the戒律堂, we cannot show favoritism, alas
Only at this moment did he realize that he had been thinking too simply; everything had been for today, to expel him in the name of ancestral rules when he turned sixteen
Could it really be that Yang Ji was the one who got hurt...
Cough, very well, ... you may return for now and make some preparations. During this period, the clan will do its best to find you a piece of good farmland.
What was originally a very simple matter has suddenly taken a turn!
With a sharp sound, the cloth garment on Yang Ji was torn to shreds, and the whip, covered in barbs, tore a bloody piece of flesh from Yang Ji's back before retracting.
This woman ... ...
Her face revealed no signs of joy or anger, and no one knew what she was thinking. Only when her gaze swept over Yang Ji's trembling body did it emit flashes of cold and ruthless brilliance.
Yang Ji lowered his head, tightly clenched his fists, and after completely losing hope, the anger within him ignited like an uncontrollable wildfire.
He has always believed that the "Madam" has been making things difficult for him in various ways, sending people to cut off his training resources, instructing others to deal with him, suppress him, and exclude him, even reducing his stipend. He thought it was merely a simple expression of anger, a misdirected resentment stemming from the death of his mother
The three individuals, who usually regard themselves with a sense of identity, have this time acted shamelessly in order to seize something belonging to a junior, feeling a sense of embarrassment and shame in their hearts.
I wonder what guidance the esteemed elders have to offer
The atmosphere suddenly became somewhat awkward
After taking several deep breaths, Yang Ji felt that he could almost control himself, and only then did he speak up
Hmph
Yang Ji, you are also a disciple of our Yang clan. The last time I saw you, you were still so small, and I never expected that in the blink of an eye, you have grown so tall. Thinking about it, time really does pass quickly; you should be fifteen years old this year, right
Yang Ji secretly "persuaded" himself
Yang Yongping's usual conduct is well known to everyone
Who is right and who is wrong in this matter was already clear to them long before they arrived here. What truly surprised them was Yang Ji
Even they felt shocked by this performance
Upon the utterance of these words, the atmosphere in the room changed dramatically
The decision made is irrevocable, as it has been previously agreed upon by everyone. They can almost foresee an impending "hysteria" and an explosion.
However, Yang Yong is injured and is still lying in bed. You disregarded the clan's rules and fought privately, which is certainly not without fault, and I have not wronged you.
Yang Ji remained silent, yet his heart plummeted. From the back-and-forth exchange among the three clan elders, he vaguely sensed something, but he refused to believe it
Was it already planned at that time
Several clan elders, you are the respected seniors of the clan, esteemed for your virtue and reputation. The matter concerning Yang Ji should naturally be decided by you, the clan leaders. The Liu family is merely here to listen.
Yang Jimeng raised his head and stared fiercely at the matriarch in the hall
Yang Yong is a child who values his pride and is unwilling to suffer even the slightest loss. Even if one were to conspire against Yang Ji, it would be impossible to do so in this manner
They want to strip him of everything, and then kick him out completely bare
Just now, Yang Ji clearly could not suppress his anger. In this situation, whether he shouted loudly or rushed up to take action, they would not find it surprising at all
Outrageous
The "Madam" who had always remained impassive suddenly changed her expression, while several clan elders wore faces full of disbelief
Yang Ji, the reason I called you here this time is not solely about Yang Yong; there is another matter I would like to discuss with you.
Since the elders have already made their decision, Yang Ji has nothing more to say. Everything will be in accordance with the wishes of the elders. If there are no other matters, Yang Ji will take his leave
Today's scene was long prepared; these individuals have conspired for a long time and have not given me any opportunity to resist. All of this, whether I am willing or unwilling, whether I resist or not, will not bring about any change. As long as I dare to take action and defy authority, they can impose an even greater charge upon me, thus fulfilling their intentions. — For my own sake, I must endure. 'As long as I dare to take action and defy authority, they can impose an even greater charge upon me, thus fulfilling their intentions. — For my own sake, I must endure.
No one anticipated that Yang Ji would be able to calm down and say such words
An elder of the clan coughed a few times and waved his hand.
The three tribal elders suddenly experienced a headache
As if receiving some kind of signal, several chieftains chuckled and turned their heads to look at Yang Ji below the hall
A thunderous sound echoed in Yang Ji's mind, like the roar of ten thousand thunderbolts, and he could no longer hear anything that followed.
The three of them suddenly felt a sense of perplexity and couldn't help but turn their gaze towards the "Madam" beside them
Bang
Yang Ji was answering while secretly pondering what they actually intended to do
Yang Ji stared at the "Madam" in the hall, his expression calm and fearless; he was truly prepared to go all out
In the hall, the madam's face was as cold as frost, her expression shifting between gloom and brightness, as if she were about to erupt. However, in the next moment, she lowered her gaze, and suddenly all her anger dissipated, falling into silence
Yang Ji sneered
Yang Ji felt as if the world was spinning in his mind; he finally understood what they intended to do
Yang Jigen does not care at all, but he knows that what these people truly want is not this
Although the three clan elders felt somewhat reluctant, they did not speak up
Strength is strength, and weakness is weakness. This is a deeply ingrained understanding among martial artists, and there is no way to resort to tricks
But how is this possible
The three clan elders exchanged glances and hesitated
The four guards closest to Yang Ji were tense all over, waiting for the madam's command to immediately take action against Yang Ji.
To insist that Yang Yong was beaten by Yang Ji, that the strong were defeated by the weak, is a matter of calling a deer a horse, of calling black white. Such assertions cannot even pass their own scrutiny.
Yang Ji's heart sank slightly, and he thought to himself, "This matter is likely to end poorly."
... ...
Regarding Yang Ji's violation of the clan rules, several individuals suddenly reached a tacit agreement to not mention it at all, as if nothing had ever happened
Isn't it clear to you? What level of cultivation does Yang Yong have, and what level do I possess? When has a disciple of the third stage of breathing been able to beat someone of the sixth stage? Madam, do you really think everyone is blind?
If we are to speak of the madam... for more than eight years I have endured this, so why would it suddenly happen at this moment? Moreover, the means employed are so unrefined
Then there followed a prolonged silence
Without saying a word, Yang Ji turned around and left
These people are all cut from the same cloth
stripping of nationality
Yang Jixiu's cultivation is not high; no matter what, he cannot defeat Yang Yong. This is an ironclad fact
The young clan disciple before me seems to be on the verge of losing control
In the ears, only the incessant murmurs of the three clan leaders could be heard
Yang Ji inhaled deeply; although he felt a profound sense of unwillingness within, he knew that this was not the time for impulsive actions.
In the lobby, there was a profound silence