Chapter 243
Li Chengqian’s decision to summon Su Che shattered Changle’s remaining affection for him. With a resolute expression, she clutched Su Che tightly and declared, “If you want to harm Su Che, then you’ll have to kill me first!”
Li Chengqian smiled and shook his head, turning his gaze towards Changle. “Changle, listen... if Su Li dies, how will you protect your son? So many people in this world despise Su Li to the core. They would relish the opportunity to harm him. They loathe Su Li to the bone, and when the time comes, do you think they would spare Su Che?” A sinister smile crossed Li Chengqian’s face as he continued, “I’m doing this for the sake of my nephew.”
Changle seethed with anger, but at this moment, there was little she could do other than hold Su Che tightly. However, young Su Che was incredibly astute. With just a few words, he sensed the intense conflict between his mother and his distant uncle, with whom his family had never been close. Furthermore, Li Chengqian openly mentioned Su Li’s potential demise.
Su Che gently opened his arms, breaking free from Changle’s embrace. He questioned Li Chengqian, “Are you talking nonsense just because you want to harm my dad?” He jumped to the ground, raised his head, and glared angrily at Li Chengqian.
Taking advantage of Changle’s momentary hesitation, young Su Che sprinted towards the main hall. By now, the sounds of battle inside the main hall had reached their ears. Even standing outside, the continuous screams from within made it clear how dire Su Li’s situation was.
“Su Che, come back!” Changle screamed, immediately following her son.
Though Changle knew her son possessed extraordinary abilities despite being under four years old, the guards of the princess’s residence were no match for him. However, in the eyes of any mother, their child was someone they must protect. It was undoubtedly very dangerous with Li Chengqian’s extensive preparations and the siege against Su Li inside the main hall. If young Su Che rushed in like this and encountered unforeseen circumstances...
At that moment, Changle’s mind was filled with only one thought: even if it meant death, their family would face it together.
Despite the relentless assault of the guards who ignored their own lives, it took Su Li a good half hour to cover the short distance of just a few dozen steps. By the time he reached the main hall’s entrance, no living people were left behind him. Su Li had personally killed only a small portion of them. Most had been burned to death by the raging fire.
The intense fire had twisted the air around it, and thick smoke obstructed the view. Even with Su Li’s keen senses, he could barely make out the surroundings. He took a few more steps forward and heard Changle’s soft exclamation.
“Husband!”
Immediately, Su Li felt a soft body collide with him, and the familiar fragrance of a woman filled his nostrils. He immediately felt relieved. Earlier, Su Li had entered the main hall ahead of Changle to ensure her safety. However, Changle had still rushed in, and he wasn’t sure when Su Che had followed.
“Are you okay?” Su Li asked with concern as he lowered his head. Changle’s fair face had picked up some black soot, but her expression remained unchanged. With her protective mystical armor, she emerged from the fire unscathed.
As the husband and wife embraced, a sudden bout of coughing caught their attention.
“Su Che!” Changle’s expression changed, and she whispered in concern.
Su Li reassured her, “My dear, don’t worry. That boy is tough. He’ll be fine.”
True to his words, a small figure dashed through the flames and ran towards them the next moment – indeed, young Su Che. However, he looked a bit chaotic. His clothes were mostly burnt, and some of his hair had been burned off. His face was blackened. Seeing his parents, he grinned, revealing a set of sparkling white teeth, which looked quite comical.