Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law

Chapter 493: The Imperial Capital of the Great Flame Immortal Dynasty

"Brother Xu, since you’re also heading to the Imperial Capital City, why not come with us? When we get there, you can also temporarily stay at our King Lie Mansion," Situ Xingfeng said to Xu Ping’an.

"To travel together? That might not be such a good idea. Brother Situ should know that I’m currently being hunted, with many forces wanting to kill me," Xu Ping’an said with a smile.

"I’m aware of that but since you saved Qianqian, you are a benefactor to our King Lie Mansion, and we ought to repay you. However, I still ask Brother Xu to conceal his identity," Situ Xingfeng said.

"Yeah, Big Brother Xu, just come with us. If you stay at our King Lie Mansion, no one will suspect you," Situ Qianqian also chimed in.

Xu Ping’an was somewhat hesitant.

Truth be told, the King Lie Mansion was indeed a good choice.

If he went to the Imperial Capital City alone, it would likely draw some unwelcome attention.

With the shelter of the King Lie Mansion, it would be much more difficult for others to find him.

However, he still didn’t fully trust this Situ Xingfeng before him.

If Situ Xingfeng betrayed him, he would be walking right into a trap.

"If Brother Xu really isn’t comfortable with it, then let’s forget about it," Situ Xingfeng said.

"Brother Situ must be joking. If that’s the case, then I shall impose upon you," Xu Ping’an decided after some thought.

He had thought it through.

The entrances to the Imperial Capital City would surely be strictly monitored right now.

If he tried to enter the Imperial Capital City alone, it would be very difficult.

With Situ Xingfeng’s help, at least getting into the Imperial Capital City would be a lot easier.

If Situ Xingfeng truly intended to harm him, given his current strength, there was still a good chance he could escape.

Of course, the main reason was that the character for ’danger’ in Xu Ping’an’s mind did not stir, indicating that there was no immediate threat.

"Good, in that case, Brother Xu, please join us. But you should still change your appearance and demeanor, just to avoid any unnecessary trouble," Situ Xingfeng suggested.

Xu Ping’an nodded, and with a shake of his body, he transformed into an ordinary-looking middle-aged man.

Situ Xingfeng was taken aback; he found that he could not recognize Xu Ping’an’s original appearance and aura at all.

That meant if Xu Ping’an really wanted to hide, he would be completely undetectable.

"What Secret Technique is this?" Situ Xingfeng thought to himself in amazement.

He held Xu Ping’an in even higher regard now.

Actually, when he invited Xu Ping’an, it was genuinely out of sincerity, though he did have another motive.

That was to recruit Xu Ping’an.

Although he was not a member of the Defying Heaven Alliance, he was part of the Human Dao Alliance.

This secret was known only to him and his father.

Since Xu Ping’an was an enemy of the Defying Heaven Alliance, it made complete sense to win him over.

Of course, he wasn’t planning to reveal his identity now but intended to wait until Xu Ping’an entered the Imperial Capital City, at which point his father would do the persuading.

Xu Ping’an was unaware of these details. At this moment, he had already donned a set of King Lie Mansion guard’s attire.

Now, anyone who saw him would only think that Xu Ping’an was a high-rank guard of the King Lie Mansion.

For a power like the King Lie Mansion, it was normal to secretly train some strong individuals, so a new face was not surprising.

"Let’s go," Situ Xingfeng said as soon as he saw that Xu Ping’an had changed his appearance.

Xu Ping’an nodded and then followed behind Situ Xingfeng and the others, speeding in the direction of the Imperial Capital City.

What followed was seven days of non-stop travel.

After seven days of relentless journeying, Xu Ping’an and his companions finally arrived at the base of the Imperial Capital City.

Xu Ping’an looked at the incredibly majestic city walls of the Imperial Capital City, his face betraying a sense of emotion.

This was where his aunt lived.

This trip to the Imperial Capital City was likely not going to be easy.

Xu Ping’an glanced around and noticed that there were many cultivators of the Great Flame Immortal Dynasty in the vicinity.

Some, like them, had come from other places.

"They are all here for the grand ceremony. Besides the princes and grandsons who will receive the inheritance, some lucky cultivators may also be chosen and recognized by the royal family. Of course, there are also some who come to watch the ceremony," Situ Xingfeng said.

Xu Ping’an nodded.

For an event as significant as the imperial ceremony, it was certain that many powers would be invited to attend.

As a result, the Imperial Capital City of the Great Flame Immortal Dynasty would become extraordinarily lively.

But this was a good thing; the busier it was, the better chance he had of getting close to his aunt.

"I wonder if Qingyi has arrived at the Imperial Capital yet, or if she’s joined the Fire Divine Palace," Xu Ping’an muttered to himself.

This was one of the reasons for his visit to the Imperial Capital.

He had to take not only his aunt but also Li Qingyi with him.

Since he had a vendetta against the Fire Divine Palace, it was only a matter of time before they found out about his and Li Qingyi’s connection.

At that point, Li Qingyi’s situation would become extremely dangerous.

So no matter what, he wouldn’t stand by and watch Li Qingyi fall into peril because of him.

"Let’s go, let’s enter the city," Situ Xingfeng suggested.

Xu Ping’an nodded.

As they passed by the city, Xu Ping’an clearly felt a powerful soul force sweeping over him.

A Ninth Rank Expert?

Xu Ping’an immediately realized it was a Ninth Rank Expert conducting a