Free Web NovelChapter 2059: Chapter 2032: Shu Tang Family
A fierce glint flashed in Ji Xingyun’s eyes as he continued, an unmistakable chill in his tone: "It’s been over twenty years. I’d like to see if Yang Fengxing has improved over these two decades. Is his Void Condensing Sword more formidable, or is my Thousand Illusion Shadowless Sword Technique superior? I wouldn’t mind letting him test my sword."
"Master, I understand what to do."
After Ji Xingyun finished speaking, Sima Lingyun finally said: "I will assign trustworthy people to monitor the Yang Family’s every move. Furthermore, Master, I plan to once again cleanse the Yanhuang Group, eliminating all the corrupt elements hidden in the shadows..."
"Ling Yun, you are now the leader of the Yanhuang Group. Do whatever you wish; you don’t need to specifically inform me."
Before Sima Lingyun could finish speaking, Ji Xingyun waved his hand, interrupting him, and said: "If you’re worried about those above, there’s no need. I’ll explain it to them. Just go ahead with your plans. I won’t interfere. However, whether your actions turn out good or bad, you must bear the consequences alone. I hope you understand this."
"Yes, Master, I understand."
Sima Lingyun nodded heavily. He was mentally prepared to face the consequences of failure. This time, he was determined to proceed, even if it meant he might end up with no place to bury himself. He wouldn’t regret it.
"Since you understand, I won’t say more."
Ji Xingyun said no more but casually set the teapot on the table aside and picked up a nearby chessboard, placing it on the table: "It’s been a long time since we, as master and apprentice, have played chess together! We have some time today. Why don’t you play with me and let me see if your chess skills have improved?"
"Master, please don’t let me win."
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The Beijing Mu Family was, as always, heavily guarded. Numerous bodyguards in black suits and sunglasses patrolled back and forth, their expressions serious and hawk-like gazes behind the sunglasses scanning their surroundings, missing no suspicious spot.
"Who goes there!"
Just then, a bodyguard shouted sharply, fixing his gaze on the only path leading to the Mu Family.
With this shout, almost all the bodyguards halted immediately, their eyes following the first bodyguard as they assumed attack positions, ready to capture the person if they hesitated in their response.
Along the sole path to the Mu Family, a figure slowly approached, his eyes calm, as if unaware of the cautious stares from the bodyguards. He walked forward step by step, ultimately stopping two meters away, his ordinary face devoid of any smile, as calm as a still pond.
"Who are you? This is private property. No outsiders are allowed. Leave immediately," the first bodyguard said again.
"I am here today to visit Mr. Mu. Here is my invitation; kindly deliver it to Mr. Mu. Once he reads it, he’ll know who I am."
The figure slowly took an invitation out of his pocket and handed it to the bodyguard.
The bodyguard, after a brief hesitation, took the invitation. "Wait here for a moment."
With that, the bodyguard said no more and walked inside with the invitation.
The figure stood still, his expression unchanged, as if entirely unfazed by the possibility of Mr. Mu refusing to see him.
Time ticked by. After a few minutes, the bodyguard returned, but this time, the wariness on his face was replaced by an unmistakable respect and a hint of shock.
He clearly remembered Mr. Mu’s furious expression upon seeing the invitation, but Mr. Mu ultimately chose to have this person invited in with reverence, indicating that this seemingly ordinary individual held a high status, one so high that even in anger, Mr. Mu dared not affront him.
Approaching the figure, the bodyguard bowed respectfully: "Sir, please come inside. The elder is expecting you. Follow me, please."
With that, the bodyguard gestured invitingly and then led the way inside.
The figure followed without hesitation, heading towards the interior of the Mu Family.
...
Meanwhile, at the Shu Tang Family.
It was already late autumn, approaching early winter, with coldness permeating the air. The somewhat overcast weather cast a shadow that seeped uncontrollably into people’s hearts, making it hard to feel any joy.
Inside the Tang Family’s hall, though the air conditioning maintained a comfortable temperature, no one felt any comfort; instead, they felt an even deeper chill than outside.
The Tang Family was entirely shrouded in an oppressive atmosphere. In the hall, Tang Fengxing and Tang Fengyun’s faces were extremely grim, exuding an almost uncontainable murderous intent, filled with endless coldness, seemingly dropping the temperature inside to an icy point where water would freeze.
At this moment, Tang Fengxing was filled with overwhelming killing intent, his anger beyond limits. He never anticipated that the forces the Tang Family had secretly cultivated over many years would be decimated overnight, ruthlessly wiped out with no mercy.
This uncontrollable outbreak of astonishing killing intent and fury arose in Tang Fengxing’s heart. These forces had been carefully nurtured by the Tang Family to someday step out of Shu and strive for domination.
But now, these forces were almost entirely obliterated, wasting over two decades of the Tang Family’s efforts. Imagine the height of Tang Fengxing’s fury and murderous intensity.
Tang Fengyun sat beside him, his expression equally dark, grotesque. With most of these forces destroyed, even if the Tang Family stepped out of Shu, they would face many dangers, possibly being completely annihilated. After all, there aren’t many families in China that would stand idle, watching the Tang Family step out of Shu.
