"Mei Li, are you really returning to Beihai?" Lin Ke asked.
"Fifth Uncle is coming in person, so something big must have happened!" Jiang Mei Li nodded, "I need to go back as soon as possible!"
"Since that's the case, I'll go with you!" Lin Ke smiled, "This way, we'll have someone to look out for on the road."
"Qing Yun Group has already established itself in Longdu, and you still have many things to handle. How can I let you accompany me!" Jiang Mei Li chuckled, "Moreover, it's a family matter, and it's likely no small matter, perhaps even concerning survival!"
"It's precisely because of this that I should go!"
Lin Ke nodded seriously, "We are the best of friends. If something happens to you, how can I be at ease!"
"But..." Jiang Mei Li hesitated slightly, looking at Lu Fan at the same time. This matter was no trivial thing, and if he got involved, even he could not predict the consequences.
"Since Xiao Ke has already said so, let us go," Lu Fan said, "We absolutely won't cause trouble for you then."
"Alright! Since you both insist, let's go together!" Jiang Mei Li nodded, "It'll be a good opportunity for you to experience the scenery of Beihai."
Meanwhile, at the Jiang family in Beihai, the head of the Jiang family lay in bed, with several uncles standing beside him, their expressions growing increasingly grim, as if a momentous event had occurred.
"I truly never imagined it! The Shen family is so arrogant! And they act so brazenly!"
"Exactly, the Shen family doesn't take our Jiang family seriously at all. Not only do they want to seize Jiang family possessions! They've even stooped to this!"
The uncles were filled with righteous indignation. As elders of the Jiang family, how could they tolerate such behavior?
"Please don't be angry, uncles!" the head of the Jiang family said softly, "I'm afraid I'm not going to make it. Our Jiang family has no successor. If Mei Li doesn't return soon, then Grand Uncle will preside over the situation!"
"Don't worry, the Jiang family will be fine with us here!"
The uncles said repeatedly. Three days ago, a master from the Shen family came, attempting to seize the Jiang family's secret manuals. The head of the Jiang family forcefully intervened but was severely injured, his complexion growing increasingly somber.
"The Shen family has a plethora of masters, including three Grandmasters. It's simply not something the Jiang family can contend with!"
The head of the Jiang family said continuously, his expression heavy, "If my guess is correct, masters will arrive today. At that time, the Jiang family will be in peril!"
"Don't you worry, we old fellows are not to be trifled with!" the uncles said, "If the Shen family dares to act recklessly, they will pay dearly for it!"
The head of the Jiang family's expression shifted. He knew very well that with his uncles' strength, they could not possibly contend with the Shen family. The only way now was for Jiang Mei Li to take the Jiang family's treasures away from Beihai. Only then could the Jiang family's secret manuals be preserved.
"Uncles, the family head is so gravely injured, and the young lady is not here! If the Jiang family's secret manuals fall into the wrong hands, it would be extremely improper. Why don't you entrust them to us, the younger generation of the family!" several young men stated, "If we keep them, it should be foolproof!"
"Entrusted to you?" Grand Uncle glanced at them, "You are merely collateral branches of the Jiang family, not true direct descendants. How can the Jiang family's most precious treasures be entrusted to you!"
"Uncle, what you say is unfair!" the young men said repeatedly, "We are also members of the family, how can we not keep them! The young lady has not returned, and Shen family masters are about to arrive. Entrusting these items to us is the most appropriate!"
"You scoundrels!" Grand Uncle said coldly, "As members of the Jiang family, not only do you fail to help the family, but you dare to speak such arrogant words!"
The expressions of the young men changed, but they dared not say more. They knew very well that the status of these uncles in the Jiang family was not something they could easily offend.
Currently, within the entire Jiang family, apart from the uncles holding firm, many clansmen had already departed.
In Beihai, the most powerful Shen family was targeting the Jiang family, and the Jiang family was likely to decline from now on.
Even the head of the Jiang family had been severely injured, and these points alone indicated that the Jiang family was heading towards its end.
Just as the Jiang family members were in a state of panic, outside the gate of the Jiang family, a group of unwelcome guests suddenly arrived, causing quite a stir.
Many people were observing from the side, their expressions heavy. Three days ago, a group of people had come to the Jiang family and injured the head of the Jiang family. Now, another group of unwelcome guests had arrived, attracting considerable attention.
"This is the entrance to the Jiang family. Who are you?"
Several men from the Jiang family said coldly, looking towards the newcomers.
"Beihai Shen family!"
The man in the lead chuckled, "Has your Jiang family made up its mind? Will you hand over the secret realm, or die a violent death!"
"What audacious arrogance!"
The Jiang family disciples were furious and immediately charged forward. However, in the face of overwhelming power, they were insignificant. They were instantly repelled, with blood trickling from their lips.
"With just a few of you, you think you can block the path of my Shen family?"
With a look of indifference, Shen Lao San sneered, "Why don't you go and inquire about our Shen family's reputation!"
The faces of the Jiang family members turned ashen. The Shen family's arrogance was unbearable, yet their Jiang family was powerless to change their fate.
As numerous masters from the Shen family swarmed in, the Jiang family members also gathered in the courtyard, surrounding the Shen family members. The other people of the Jiang family stared intently at the individuals before them.
The head of the Jiang family, supported by others, slowly walked to the front hall and looked at Shen Lao San, "Shen Lao San, you severely injured me three days ago, and now you have come to my Jiang family again. Are you not going too far!"
"Jiang family head, there's no need for such strong words!" Shen Lao San chuckled, "I believe everyone knows our Shen family's objective! If the Jiang family head insists on not handing over the item, don't blame me for being ruthless!"
"The Shen family is simply going too far!"
The uncles said coldly, "Such behavior is truly despicable!"
"Ridiculous!"
Shen Lao San sneered, "In this world, the strong are respected. Moreover, that secret realm does not belong to the Jiang family. Why must the Jiang family be so stubborn!"
"Hmph! So what if it doesn't belong to the Jiang family!" the head of the Jiang family said coldly, "This item was obtained by our Jiang family ancestors, how can your Shen family be so presumptuous!"
"I am doing this out of kindness!" Shen Lao San narrowed his eyes, "I don't wish to make things difficult for the Jiang family, but if the Jiang family doesn't know what's good for them, don't blame our Shen family for being heartless."
The faces of many Jiang family disciples turned ashen. In the Beihai region, the Jiang family was, after all, a prestigious family with not inconsiderable strength. Such words from the Shen family made them feel indignant.
However, the Shen family's strength was indeed extraordinary. With such a powerful lineup, if the Jiang family chose to confront them head-on, they would surely not fare well.
"Third Uncle, gather the Jiang family disciples!" the head of the Jiang family said coldly, "Let's fight to the death with the Jiang family!"
"Fight to the death with the Jiang family!"
Instantly, shouts erupted. The Jiang family members were filled with righteous indignation.
Although the Shen family was powerful, they could not tolerate such bullying. Even if it meant a fight to the bitter end, they had to seek justice. Otherwise, where would the Jiang family's honor lie.