Divine Doctor Dragon Master-Chapter 452 Shen Lian!

"What, you disdain it?"

The old man slightly frowned and reached out to take it back, "If you don't want it, give it back to me."

"You ignorant fool, you have no idea how many people covet this martial arts manual, the Nine Nether Purgatory has once stirred up a bloody storm in the Jianghu, countless people have perished in their quest to seize this technique."

"Want it! Of course, I do!"

Qin Jiang knew that anything given by the elder was naturally no trivial matter, having finally gotten something from his hands, how could he possibly return it just like that?

He exclaimed in surprise, "Is this martial arts manual really that powerful?"

"Nonsense!"

The elder snorted coldly.

Qin Jiang was curious, "How did this technique come into your possession?"

"That's none of your business, it was left behind by an old friend."

The elder's gaze flickered, he hadn't told the complete truth.

In fact, the "old friend" he was referring to was actually Qin Jiang's mother.

Afterward, the elder changed the subject, "This technique is very strong, but it's also very dangerous to use, do not deploy it rashly unless it's absolutely necessary, understand?"

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Qin Jiang casually acknowledged, then treasured the scroll as if it was the ultimate prize.

"This kid..."

The elder shook his head and revealed a shallow smile.

"Elder, let's not talk about other things, let's catch up properly," Qin Jiang said.

He directly requested several bottles of strong liquor.

The elder smiled, "Alright, then let's drink to our heart's content."

Meanwhile, somewhere in Zhonghai.

A vast estate without tall buildings, all ancient structures, perched halfway up a mountain, shrouded in celestial mist, as if a dwelling place for immortals.

This was the location of the Qingmen in Zhonghai.

Today, Qingmen was much livelier than usual because their young master was to return today.

A stretched Lincoln slowly drove into the estate.

Upon this sight, the Qingmen members showed excited smiles, "The Master has returned!"

"Hurry and inform the Head Hall Master and the Deputy Hall Master!"

The returning young master of Qingmen was the leader of the Earth Hall's Brocade-Clothed Army, Shen Lian, the most demonically talented individual Earth Hall had seen in a century.

Despite his young age, he already held a high position, and his strength was on par with that of his father.

As such, being the most exceptional prodigy Qingmen had ever seen, Shen Lian held a very high status in the hearts of everyone in Qingmen.

"Welcome the Master's return!"

The entire Qingmen, with thousands of members, greeted his return with thundering cheers.

Following that, a tall young man stepped out of the car.

With sword-like eyebrows and star-like eyes, his presence was extraordinary.

"Lian'er!"

Just then, a deep and powerful voice rang out.

Qingmen's Head Hall Master Shen Yang laughed heartily, striding toward Shen Lian like a dragon or tiger.

The Deputy Hall Master Li Yekai followed closely behind.

"Father!"

Upon seeing Shen Yang, a smile appeared on Shen Lian's face, and he opened his arms. Father and son embraced tightly.

Shen Yang's face was brimming with smiles as he looked at Shen Lian, "Good, you've gotten even more robust than the last time you were here."

Shen Lian laughed too, "It's been almost a year since I've been back. How is everything with you and Qingmen?"

"Don't worry, everything's fine," Li Yekai responded from the side.

Shen Lian turned to look at Li Yekai, "Uncle Li, you still look as spirited as ever."

Li Yekai smiled, "I'm getting on in years, but hearing you say that, it really does revitalize my spirit."

"Let's go inside and have a chat, it's been so long since you've been back, we need to catch up properly."

Shen Yang and the others went directly inside for a round of cordial greetings.

After everyone was seated, Shen Yang asked, "Lian'er, how long are you planning to stay this time?"

"At least two weeks," Shen Lian replied.

Shen Yang was puzzled, "Before, you would leave after a few days, what do you have to deal with this time?"

"That's right."

Shen Lian nodded, "I've come back this time to participate in the Five Halls Competition, happens to be in Zhonghai, so I came back early to prepare here!"

"Five Halls Competition?"

Shen Yang murmured, "I remember there was a Four Halls Competition twenty years ago, right?"

"That's correct," Shen Lian explained, "Since Dragon Hall has now been incorporated into the official ranks, forming a new force, it has become the Five Halls Competition."

"The news of the Five Halls Competition has not been fully disclosed yet, only those within the system know about it, it will be announced in another week or so."

"I see."

Shen Yang nodded in realization, "Dragon Hall is no simple entity, that's for sure."

Upon hearing this, Shen Lian inquired, "Father, have you had dealings with the people from Dragon Hall?"

"I haven't had much contact with people from Dragon Hall, but your Uncle Li has," Shen Yang said as he looked towards Li Yekai.

"Don't mention it, just thinking about the people of Dragon Hall, I feel bad luck," Li Yekai complained, still harboring resentment over being humiliated by Qin Jiang.

"Hmm?" Sensing something was amiss, Shen Lian asked, "Uncle Li, what happened?"

"It's in the past."

Li Yekai waved his hand dismissively, not wanting to revisit the incident.

Shen Yang, however, smiled and briefly mentioned to Shen Lian about the misfortune Li Yekai had suffered at Xinghai Clubhouse a few days ago.

"Brother, you're afraid that not everyone knows about it, aren't you?"

Li Yekai said with a grave voice, "If this gets out, how am I supposed to hold my head up in the future?"

"As if you need me to say anything about it,"

Shen Lian shook his head, "There were so many eyes watching you that day, your mishap was known immediately, and you shamed our Qingmen."

"This…"

Li Yekai's mouth twitched, his face darkened with shadows, as the memory was a great humiliation for him.

Shen Lian spoke indifferently, "The current Hall Master of Zhonghai's Dragon Hall is a young upstart named Qin Jiang, right?"

"Lian'er, have you met him?" Shen Yang asked.

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"No," shook Shen Lian's head, "But he has caused quite a stir in Zhonghai lately, especially after toppling a Rakshasa stronghold. This has spread among all the major powers."

"I have heard something about this person."

"Furthermore, I know of another identity he possesses."

Shen Yang and Li Yekai looked at each other and then asked, "What identity?"

"He is Qin Chuan's son."

Shen Lian continued calmly, "This Dragon Hall was established overseas by Qin Chuan. Now that it has been integrated into the official ranks, he was captured and imprisoned for treason."

"In this Five Halls Competition, the victor will receive the Tianlong Special Pardon Order, which exempts them from all major crimes and grants release from prison, Qin Jiang will surely take part!"

"What I need to do is ensure his crushing defeat on the stage of the Five Halls Competition, to trample him underfoot in the presence of everyone!"

"So that's how it is."

Shen Yang and Li Yekai instantly understood.

Suddenly recalling something, Shen Lian spoke, "Uncle Li, about him causing you a loss, I'll help you take back what we're owed from him."

Hearing this, Li Yekai's eyes immediately brightened, "Really?"

Shen Lian nodded with a smile, "Of course it's true, could it be that I might deceive you?"

"That's very good, indeed."

Li Yekai immediately asked, "My dear nephew, how do you plan to deal with Qin Jiang?"