Free Web NovelChapter 2057: Chapter 2030: Winds and Clouds Surging
But an entire day passed, and Lu Tianxing didn’t make any move, which led many to feel a sense of disappointment, even making some speculate about what was happening with Lu Tianxing, how he suddenly became quiet. This isn’t Lu Tianxing’s usual style at all. Could there be a hidden agenda that they aren’t aware of?
Various speculations continued to circulate in Beijing, yet no one had a definitive answer, unable to predict what Lu Tianxing’s true intentions were.
However, just as everyone was puzzled, continuously guessing why Lu Tianxing had come this time, suddenly news spread explosively across Jiangnan, and within a short time, it was all over China.
It’s not because the news spread quickly, but because it was simply too shocking. Just last night, within a single night, more than ten forces were uprooted entirely, leaving no trace, with such ruthless and cold-blooded tactics. How could this not be shocking?
Although it’s common for families to clash, and for a family to be wiped out isn’t unusual, but for over ten forces to be uprooted within a single night attracts unavoidable attention.
But when people secretly investigated which force executed this, they discovered a chilling hidden Eastward Rising.
This time, the obliterated forces all had complex ties with the Tang Family. And these ties were deeply hidden; if these forces hadn’t been wiped out, no one might have discovered their association with the Tang Family. If the Tang Family integrated these forces, they would undoubtedly become an immensely formidable force, capable of clashing hard with any top-tier force.
While shocked by how many forces the Tang Family had hidden, everyone also continually speculated in their hearts about who had ruthlessly annihilated these more than ten forces connected to the Tang Family. It was a terrifying attack, giving these forces no chance to breathe—striking as Thunderous, with one fatal blow, then disappearing without a trace, leaving no clues.
This ruthless demeanor and mysterious nature left many feeling horrified, pondering if the same hidden hand struck against them, would they be able to withstand it.
Though pondering and vigilant, everyone outwardly showed no sign, instead adopting an aloof attitude as if watching a performance. The Tang Family nurturing so many outside forces clearly had their intentions—it’s obvious as Sima Zhao’s motives.
Now, someone is trying to eliminate these forces, something they naturally relish, not wanting to help the Tang Family nor wanting to oppose those who destroyed the Tang Family’s forces because they know the Tang Family will definitely seek revenge fiercely. This is exactly what they want to see—hoping for the mysterious force to clash hard against the Tang Family, ideally leading both to mutual destruction, so they could profit from the turmoil.
Meanwhile, in a quaintly old-style courtyard in Beijing.
When Sima Ling Yun learned about the circulating news, he immediately understood that it was the Lu Family who had acted, for only they had the relentless efficiency to eradicate everything thoroughly. Only the Lu Family could wipe out all traces in such a short time, leaving no one noticing, and only they shared an irreconcilable blood feud with the Tang Family.
Aside from the Lu Family, Sima Ling Yun couldn’t imagine which other force could harbor such deep hatred against the Tang Family and possess the capability to decimate more than ten forces overnight.
"Ling Yun, did you come to me today just to discuss this matter?" Ji Xing Yun sat in the pavilion in the backyard, looking at Sima Ling Yun with indifference, showing no expression as if everything was within his grasp.
Indeed, when Sima Ling Yun told him about the overnight demise of more than ten secret forces of the Tang Family, Ji Xing Yun already realized it must have been the Lu Family plotting for ages; otherwise, it wouldn’t have resulted in such a rapid downfall, giving no chance to breathe.
"Master, do you truly believe this was done by the Lu Family?" Sima Ling Yun spoke with a touch of surprise in his eyes, the display of strength by the Lu Family was indeed startling.
"What do you think?"
Ji Xing Yun glanced at Sima Ling Yun, saying indifferently, "Do you think back then why the Lu Family was feared by many families in Beijing, who desperately wanted to uproot them and obliterate them completely? This is the true essence of the Lu Family, the real fearsome aspect. So, Ling Yun, you must remember, never underestimate anyone or any force; their foundation is often beyond your imagination, even if this force weakens, a saying goes, a dying camel is always bigger than a horse, underestimating them will incur a painful price."
"Master, your teaching is right."
Sima Ling Yun took a deep breath and said, "However, Master, I’m somewhat puzzled, if the Lu Family knew of so many secret forces the Tang Family had outside, why didn’t they act sooner and instead chose this time, could it be they aimed to restrain the Tang Family?"
"Ling Yun, you’re correct, the Lu Family acted to restrain the Tang Family."
Ji Xing Yun’s face showed a sharp glow, "Didn’t you say yesterday, Lu Tianxing had arrived in Beijing, yet the Lu Family was indifferent, dismissive? Now they’re concerned, they’ve questioned—this is their strategy to restrain the Tang Family, preventing them from sending many people to Beijing. Because the Tang Family isn’t sure how much the Lu Family knows and if their sent people can safely reach Beijing, as long as this uncertainty exists, the Tang Family won’t dare to risk."
Upon hearing Ji Xing Yun’s words, Sima Ling Yun slightly frowned and said, "Master, so you mean this confrontation in Beijing is indeed between Lu Tianxing and Tang Qingyun?"
"Exactly."
Ji Xing Yun nodded, saying, "This competition indeed takes place between Lu Tianxing and Tang Qingyun, marking the beginning of direct confrontation between the Lu Family and the Tang Family. Regardless of who wins or loses, both families will tear each other’s faces off completely, showing no mercy, aiming to obliterate the other, utterly turning them into history."
PS: Sorry for the late update, was dragged out for drinks, just got back, apologies, apologies, another update coming soon!!!
