The Bodyguard King's CEO Wife-Chapter 1301: Conflict at the Entrance
"Who exactly is it?" In the corner, Chen Yuxin asked, seeing that no one was paying attention.
"It’s the Netherworld Empress who has arrived." The Hidden Guard was quite perceptive. Ji Qian managed the Netherworld Palace for many years, earning the respect and direct obedience of many Hidden Guards, including this one. Otherwise, he wouldn’t confide information solely to Ji Qian. Conversely, most in the Netherworld Palace held little regard for Chen Yuxin. Although Jeddon had been swayed by her, others still leaned towards Ji Qian. Therefore, even if Chen Yuxin wanted to indirectly manipulate the Netherworld Palace through Jeddon, she had no way in.
"Lord Moon God, the Netherworld Empress’ stance is very firm. If she tries to force her way in, should our brothers... let her through... or stop her?" The Hidden Guard was conflicted. After all, Chen Yuxin was Ye Shikai’s legal wife, the "rightful" Netherworld Empress. If a conflict arose, they would be at fault, prompting the Hidden Guard to report urgently.
"Let me go see her." Ji Qian turned to glance at the already intoxicated Ye Shikai, hesitated for a moment, but decided not to wake him.
"Yes, Lord Moon God, I’ll lead the way for you." 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶
At the entrance of the Netherworld Palace.
Chen Yuxin, accompanied by several commanders from the "Shadow" organization, stood at the entrance. The Hidden Guards stationed there appeared nervous. After all, standing before them was no ordinary person. Chen Yuxin, the nominal "Netherworld Empress," was essentially the mistress of the Netherworld Palace. In contrast, although Ji Qian enjoyed a close relationship with Ye Shikai and was highly esteemed in the palace, she technically wasn’t part of the Netherworld Palace.
"Family Head, they probably won’t let us in. What should we do?" Feng Ling whispered softly into Chen Yuxin’s ear.
"Wait a little longer, he will come." Chen Yuxin’s expression was anxious. She certainly wanted to enter, but if she forced her way in, it would definitely provoke Ye Shikai’s displeasure, which was the last thing she wanted now.
"Lord Moon God."
"Lord Moon God."
The guards saw Ji Qian coming out from inside, and they all turned to salute her. Ji Qian waved her hand to signal them to stand down.
Upon seeing the visitor, Chen Yuxin’s brow twitched. The last person she wanted to see now was undoubtedly Ji Qian.
"What are you doing here?" Chen Yuxin asked coldly.
"Shouldn’t I be asking you that?" Ji Qian mocked. Chen Yuxin’s ability to find the headquarters of the Netherworld Palace showed her desperation. She had called Ye Shikai without response, texted him with no reply—completely out of touch. How could she not be anxious?
Ji Qian felt no sympathy for Chen Yuxin. It was all her own doing. After all she’d done, if not for the child in her womb, Ye Shikai would’ve left her long ago.
"I want to see him, immediately, right now." Chen Yuxin exclaimed excitedly.
"But he doesn’t want to see you, does he?" Ji Qian retorted. Indeed, if Ye Shikai wanted to engage with her, would Chen Yuxin have to run all the way to the Netherworld Palace’s doorstep?
"He’s my husband. Who are you to stop me?"
"Of course you can see him, but I won’t let you through this door." Ji Qian answered resolutely.
"Ji Qian, what grudge do you have against me to target me like this?" Chen Yuxin shouted, overwhelmed with emotion. Even if she could enter now, Ye Shikai wouldn’t meet her, especially since he’d just fallen asleep drunk and was resting.
"After all you’ve done, you still have the nerve to come here?" Ji Qian didn’t want to say much more and turned to leave.
"Stop." Chen Yuxin abruptly blocked Ji Qian, preventing her departure.
"This is between him and me. I need to clarify things with him. It’s none of your business." Chen Yuxin insisted on barging into the Netherworld Palace but was stopped by several Hidden Guards.
"Family Head, watch out." Feng Ling and Xue Ming quickly charged forward, repelling two Hidden Guards. The remaining guards, seeing this, thought they were trying to break in and quickly moved in for caution.
"What, do you dare to lay a hand on me?" Chen Yuxin shouted, "I am the Netherworld Empress. Do you not listen to me?"
The Dark Guards exchanged glances. Chen Yuxin was right. She was now the Netherworld Empress, making it difficult to decide whether to block her or not. Ultimately, they focused their gaze on Ji Qian.
"Stop them—this is my order," Ji Qian stated firmly, finally giving the Dark Guards peace of mind.
"If you don’t leave now, don’t blame me for taking action."
"Ji Qian, do you really think I won’t take action?" Chen Yuxin waved her hand, and Xue Ming and Limei instantly charged to the gate, sending several Hidden Guards flying. They were all high-ranking commanders in the "Shadow" organization, possessing exceptional combat skills.
"Impudent." Ji Qian and the Hidden Guards beside her reacted and encircled them.
"Given the situation, don’t blame me for being ruthless." Ji Qian swung her magic wand, enveloping everyone in a silver light—Moon God Temple’s ultimate skill, the Moonlight Formation.
"Break." Chen Yuxin wielded the Chunjun Sword, cutting forcefully at the Array. Chunjun was a peerless sword, housing immense energy. Though pregnant, Chen Yuxin’s cultivation had only strengthened. With just one move, she shattered the Moonlight Formation into fragments. The intense energy clash made the nearby Hidden Guards feel an oppressive aura. Ji Qian hadn’t expected Chen Yuxin’s cultivation to have advanced so much in such a short time.
"I am the Netherworld Empress. Hidden Guards, listen to my order and make way." Chen Yuxin’s words sparked whispering among the Dark Guards. They faced a dilemma. If the woman in front of them wasn’t the Netherworld Empress, they’d definitely follow Ji Qian’s orders. But she was, and besides, she carried Ye Shikai’s child. Hurting her would bring consequences they’d rather avoid.
"Everyone, stop." At that moment, a shout came from behind. Ye Shikai arrived with the generals of the Netherworld Palace, visibly drunk and swaying, staggering as if walking on cotton. Clearly, Ye Shikai hadn’t sobered up yet.
As he wobbled down the steps, he almost stumbled, prompting a nearby Hidden Guard to rush forward and support him.
"Are you alright?" Ji Qian quickly approached and held onto his arm.
"I’m fine." Ye Shikai rubbed his temples, but his head throbbed with pain, probably because it had been long since he’d been drunk. Ye Shikai had fallen asleep at the table until an urgent report from a Hidden Guard about commotion outside woke him up.
Ye Shikai squinted at the front, finally recognizing the visitor.
"Xin, why are you here?" Ye Shikai’s mind was still numbed, only vaguely identifying the visitor.
"Kai, what happened to you?" Chen Yuxin stepped forward, holding his arm, a strong scent of alcohol wafting over.
"Why have you been drinking?" Chen Yuxin asked with concern. Ye Shikai, rubbing his head with one hand, gently pushed her away with the other.
