<h4>Chapter 458 - Revisiting the Imperial City</h4>


    Chen Fan and Chen Zhengqingnded outside the imperial city.


    "I never thought I''d return to the imperial city in my lifetime," Chen Zhengqing said, gazing at the towering walls with a look of regret.


    Twenty years ago, he had ventured into the imperial city with great ambition and made quite a name for himself. He befriended the city''s young nobles and fell in love with Nangong Yue. However, this also brought the wrath of the Qin n upon him.


    His so-called "good brothers" turned on him overnight and tried to kill him. Ultimately, he had to flee the imperial city with the newborn Chen Fan user Nangong Yue’s cover. His primeval vessel was shattered, and his cultivation regressed to the Qi Grandmaster realm.


    Twenty years passed in the blink of an eye. He constantly missed Nangong Yue and dreamed of returning to the city to bring her back. Yet, those dreams used to seem oundish.


    That was, until Chen Fan’s heaven-defying rise to prominence. Not only did Chen Fan soar to power like aet, but he also led their n toward prosperity.


    In the meantime, Chen Zhengqing rebuilt his primeval vessel and made remarkable progress, reaching his current level in just two years. He felt excited to be standing in front of the imperial city once more.


    Everything felt like a dream, still somewhat unreal to him.


    Crowds bustled at the city entrance, and some people noticed Chen Fan and Chen Zhengqing gazing at the towering walls in a daze. Mocking expressions appeared on their faces. Children tugged at their mothers and asked, “Look, Mother, what are they looking at?”


    They had taken Chen Fan and Chen Zhengqing for country bumpkins awed by the city''s grandeur.


    “They must be from the countryside, admiring the majesty of the imperial city.”


    The strange looks and the mockery didn’t affect them, as they simply ignored the passersby’s chatter.


    “Hoho, Father, since we are here, let’s cause a huge scene. We''ll bring Mother home and make those who wronged us pay!" Chen Fan said, his smile cold and his tone even colder.


    Chen Zhengqing turned to Chen Fan and said, “Don’t be reckless, Xiaofan. The Qin n is the top n in the imperial city. Their foundations and strength run deep, so they are bound to have many Core Formation realm experts.”


    Chen Fan waved his hand and said, “Don’t worry, Father. Given my current strength, they would be just numbers. This time, I will make the Qin n pay!”


    As the foremost n, the Qin n was no easy foe. A year ago, Chen Fan had to use the alias Wang Dongfan to move around the city undercover.


    However, the Qin n was no longer a significant threat in his eyes. Absolute strength rendered numbers meaningless—just a few more wronged souls.


    “Xiaofan, caution is the key to a long voyage," Chen Zhengqing advised again.


    “I know.” Chen Fan nodded.


    A constant stream of people weaved back and forth at the entrance to the imperial city. It was extremely lively.


    “As expected of the top ns of the imperial city. The Qin n and the Nangong n joining by marriage will be a union of strength. Believe me when I say that this will decide the city’s power structure for the next century.”


    “That’s right. Qin Jian is exceptionally talented. I mean, have you heard of anyone that young entering the seventh level of the Yuanfu realm? He has also inherited the ancient sword god’s techniques, which helped him gain his current nickname: Little Sword God. He is the leader of the imperial city’s younger generation for a reason.”


    “But that Nangong Qingshuang sure is an outstanding beauty. As if being the number one beauty of the imperial city wasn’t enough, she is also talented. I heard she is a sixth-level Yuanfu realm expert. The golden boy and the jade maiden... What an enviousbo.”


    “Hehe, with Qin Jian and Nangong Qingshuang’s big wedding, the Sun Bloodline could borrow the Qin n’s strength to take full control of the Nangong n. How long has that patriarch position of the Nangong n been vacant? Was it twenty years? Anyway, someone just might fill it soon.”


    “......”


    As Chen Fan and Chen Zhengqing approached the gates of the imperial city, they overheard this conversation and raised their eyebrows.


    “Qin Jian is getting married!” A sharp light shed across Chen Fan’s eyes.


    When he had attended the Bloodlines Martial Meet as the Moon Bloodline’s representative, he learned that the rtionship between Qin Jian and Nangong Qingshuang was special. He didn''t expect the two to marry within a year.


    “Looks like we made it in time, Father. Qin Jian is Qin Wudi’s son, and Nangong Qingshuang is Nangong Ling’s daughter. It’s their wedding today. We should definitely ''congratte'' them," Chen Fan said, cold light shing in his eyes.


    Chen Zhengqing was still feeling apprehensive about the Qin n’s strength, worried they might be overwhelmed if they went in unprepared. “Xiaofan, wouldn’t this be...”


    Chen Fan smiled and said, “Don’t worry, Father. The Qin n really poses no threat to me. If we’re going to exact revenge, we might as well do it today. It’s a perfect day to ask for a toast and see if the Qin n obliges.”


    Seeing the determination on Chen Fan’s face, Chen Zhengqing shook his head with a bitter smile. He knew Chen Fan had already decided, and nothing he said would change it. So, he stopped trying to dissuade him.


    If Chen Fan was set on causing a ruckus, then as his father, he would support him. Chen Zhengqing’s blood started heating up.


    “Alright, then let us go ask for a toast!” Chen Zhengqingughed out loud, feeling a sense of freedom like he was young once again, full of vigor and quick to repay favors and enmity.


    The two set off into the imperial city. Their view immediately opened up, and a mor of noise filled their ears. Most people were discussing Qin Jian''s wedding.


    After all, the Qin n was the number one n of the imperial city, while the Nangong n was also one of the four great ns. Although they were weaker than the Qin n, they were still very terrifying.


    The marriage of the younger generation from these powerful families was a major event, capable of reshaping the city''s power structure. Naturally, it was the talk of the town.


    They heard the news of Qin Jian''s wedding everywhere. The event was sensational and grand


    The bridal escort party had already paraded through the entire city, making sure everyone was aware of the momentous asion.


    The bride and the groom both had extraordinary statuses. Such a grand event was necessary to showcase the foundation and strength of these two powerful ns.