Chapter 972: Chapter 946: The Excitement of the Huo Family
The Huo family estate was heavily guarded, with twelve guards in bright armor strictly defending the entrance. This scene alone indicated that something was amiss.
As Tangyu and the three others approached, the twelve guards turned their gazes upon them. These guards were the elite of the Huo family, each at the Fundamental Realm, qualifying them as cultivators.
“Who dares to trespass upon the Huo family estate? Leave immediately to avoid a bloody disaster!” As Tangyu and the others tried to approach, a thunderous shout rang out, and the twelve guards stood at the ready, casting heavy and vigilant stares at Tangyu and his companions.
They were highly alert towards such strangers.
Tangyu smirked slightly and said, “Gentlemen, the four of us are disciples of the Yanshan Sect. We seek an audience with the head of the Huo family and kindly ask for a notification.”
“Hmph, you claim to be disciples of the Yanshan Sect, I might as well be from the Yanshan Sect too. Don’t think I don’t know; you’re just the thieves from Ox Demon Mountain. No matter how you dress up like men, you can’t deceive us and hope to get through by trickery, dream on. I warn you once again, leave immediately; our Huo family doesn’t want conflict with you from Ox Demon Mountain for now, but we will not stand being bullied either. If you don’t retreat, don’t blame us for being ruthless.” The guard was naturally suspicious.
Disciples of the Yanshan Sect, what noble identities are those?
How could a remote place like Mountain Corner Town have disciples from the Yanshan Sect visiting personally? And four at once, no less.
They didn’t believe that the head of their Huo family had so much face to warrant four disciples from the Yanshan Sect to visit personally. Therefore, they naturally immediately concluded they were thieves from Ox Demon Mountain disguised, with the purpose of sneaking into the Huo estate to cause trouble.
Seeing the guards so vigilant, Tangyu shook his head with a smile, clearly an impressive deterrent from Ox Demon Mountain.
“Gentlemen, we truly are—”
Before Tangyu could finish his words, a fierce shout came from within the estate. A figure swiftly dashed out like a streak of light, quickly arriving in front of Tangyu and the others, glaring at them with hostility and coldly snorted, “Thieves from Ox Demon Mountain, you sure have some guts. In broad daylight, daring to try to sneak into our Huo estate. Just the four of you dare to intrude, truly think our Huo estate is without defenders?”
The newcomer was a young man about twenty-five or six years old, quite handsome with an elder-endowed long spear with a cherry-red spearhead, exuding an imposing presence.
He was also a cultivator at the First Layer of the Mystic Law Realm. At such an age, that was considered a decent talent. In a small place like Mountain Corner Town, he was a rare talent.
Tangyu said, “Brother, you must be a disciple of the Huo family, we truly are disciples of the Yanshan Sect.”
“Hmph, dare to utter nonsense, take my spear first.” The newcomer had quite a fiery temper, thrusting his spear towards Tangyu directly.
A very fierce thrust, the power shouldn’t be underestimated.
But such strength in front of Tangyu was naturally far from enough, akin to child’s play.
Tangyu shook his head, the Huo family really has become a panicky bird, unable to listen to reason. Do we really look so much like thieves?
Tangyu reached out and, without using a weapon, swiftly approached the newcomer with a flash. Tangyu’s speed was very fast, reaching the person instantly, and before he could react, he grabbed at the Huo family member’s spear with a bare hand.
As Tangyu made his move, the Huo family member’s expression changed instantly, becoming tense, realizing Tangyu’s formidable strength.
However, seeing Tangyu daringly grabbing his spear with his hand made him snort coldly, shaking the spear to unleash terrifying strength. But to his astonishment, he quickly realized that his spear couldn’t move, fixed in place, grabbed firmly by the opponent.
No matter how hard he tried, it couldn’t budge at all. His fierce spear momentum was instantly destroyed and snuffed out.
“This—how is this possible?”
Not only was the Huo family member shocked, but the twelve guards also changed their expressions.
How could this be?
Who was this person, and how could he possess such powerful strength?
This Huo family member was named Huo Endong, and he too was thrown into turmoil. His strength wasn’t the strongest, but he was at least at the First Layer of the Mystic Law Realm, right? Even his father might not take such a spear barehanded, right?
Catching a spear with bare hands, what kind of strength did it take?
This strength was far beyond his own, who was this young person really? How could his strength be so formidable at such a young age?
With a start, Huo Endong was somewhat stunned: “Are you… truly disciples of the Yanshan Sect?”
There was no other possibility now.
Tangyu moved his hand, took out the identity token of a Yanshan Sect disciple and placed it in front of Huo Endong, then said, “You tell me whether we are disciples of the Yanshan Sect. Didn’t I already say that we are disciples of the Yanshan Sect?”
“Ah—really disciples of the Yanshan Sect.” Seeing the identity token, Huo Endong was shocked and finally confirmed that the four people before him were indeed disciples of the Yanshan Sect. After all, such young individuals with such frightening power could only be disciples of the Yanshan Sect.
The villains of Ox Demon Mountain, except for the Bull Demon King, shouldn’t possess such power.
Huo Endong’s face flushed, looking apologetically at Tangyu, he said: “I apologize, I was too rash and offended you all. Please forgive me, I offer my sincere apologies here.”
Tangyu released his hand, gestured and said: “It’s no matter, you were unaware of the situation. However, your actions were indeed a bit offensive. At the very least, you should let us speak clearly before acting, right? You started immediately. If I were mean-spirited, I might not have been polite to you just now.”
Huo Endong was also somewhat ashamed, nodding repeatedly, he said: “Yes, yes, I was too impulsive. It’s just my bad character, I need to improve that in the future. Thanks to the young lord for your magnanimity, for not minding my actions; I’m truly sorry.”
After speaking, Huo Endong turned back and shouted: “Hurry up and inform my grandfather and father that we have honored guests from the Yanshan Sect arriving. Go prepare quickly.”
“Yes!” Several guards quickly ran towards the residence.
Huo Endong waved his hand saying: “I am Huo Endong of the Huo Family. May I know how to address you, young sirs? Your arrival from afar greatly honors our Huo Family. If the hospitality is lacking, I beg your forgiveness.”
Tangyu said: “My name is Tangyu, and he’s Zhuang Qian.”
As for Yu Feng and Zi Cang, Tangyu didn’t introduce them, as narrating two names was sufficient and it was unnecessary to fully explain.
Huo Endong naturally did not inquire further, nodding quickly and gesturing invitingly: “Tang and Zhuang young sirs, please come inside.”
Tangyu nodded and, led by Huo Endong, quickly reached the Huo Family’s reception hall where the servants were already busy preparing drinks and snacks.
Two figures swiftly walked over at this time, an elderly man in his sixties and a robust middle-aged man, undoubtedly Huo Endong’s grandfather and father.
The master of the Huo family, from afar, caught sight of Tangyu’s group of four. With his wealth of experience, he instantly discerned the extraordinary presence of Tangyu and his companions. From a distance, he cupped his hands and said: “Haha, distinguished heroes of the Yanshan Sect, your esteemed presence is truly an oversight on our part. My son, Endong, unknowingly offended you moments ago; I hope you can forgive his impudence.”
As the words fell, the two had already arrived in front of Tangyu and his group.
The Huo Family master’s complexion was still somewhat pale, clearly confirming the intelligence that he had indeed been injured by experts from Ox Demon Mountain.
Tangyu replied with a fist salute: “Master of the Huo Family, you are too kind. As they say, those who don’t know are not guilty; it was merely a misunderstanding, and we naturally won’t hold it against you. Otherwise, we wouldn’t be standing here, would we?”
The master of the Huo Family nodded and smiled: “You four are indeed magnanimous. Come, come, let’s not stand, please sit. Unfortunately, my humble abode has little to offer; should there be any shortcomings in hospitality, do forgive us.”
Tangyu and his companions didn’t stand on ceremony, promptly sitting down. After a day’s journey, they were rather thirsty. Tangyu unabashedly picked up his wine glass and took a sip.
The three of the Huo Family also sat across from Tangyu and his companions. Clearly, they too were puzzled, pondering the purpose of the Yanshan Sect’s four disciples’ impromptu visit.
The master of the Huo Family, being quite seasoned, spoke discreetly after Tangyu and his companions had sipped their wine: “Gentlemen heroes gracing us with your presence at our humble home—may we ask if there is anything you require from the Huo Family? Should there be any task you wish us to undertake, the Huo Family shall spare no effort to assist you. To forge ties with such distinguished heroes is truly an honor for us. Regardless of the matter’s significance, the Huo Family shall exert all diligence. If you have any requests, please feel free to let us know.”
The master of the Huo Family was indeed astute; his courteous remarks were intended to elicit information.
Although he held some guesses about the purpose of Tangyu’s group’s arrival, he didn’t directly inquire, displaying his adeptness in navigating conversations. A single sentence had multiple layers of meaning.
Tangyu understood the intentions of the Huo Family master and directly said: “Master of the Huo Family, this time we are carrying out a mission from the Sect, here to eradicate Ox Demon Mountain. Your Huo Family, along with Mountain Corner Town, have suffered at the hands of the Bull Demon King. Our Yanshan Sect, dedicated to upholding justice, annihilating demons, and ensuring the peace of Yanshan’s lands, cannot shirk from such a crisis.”
“We heard that Master of the Huo Family had engaged with Ox Demon Mountain, so our visit is to inquire about specific details concerning Ox Demon Mountain, allowing us to formulate an effective strategy to deliver a decisive blow.”
Upon hearing Tangyu’s words, the three members of the Huo Family were finally assured, affirming their suspicions. They were quite pleased.
Such a fortuitous opportunity was something they had long awaited, and it had finally arrived. With the intervention of Yanshan Sect’s disciples, the elimination of Ox Demon Mountain was assured, restoring peace to them.