"They finally arrived."
Although he had prepared in advance, when the Long family members showed up, Long Chen still felt a bit nervous, because he was about to learn news about his father.
He was a bit anxious and conflicted; he longed for good news but was afraid of hearing bad news.
Xu Jianxiong looked at Long Chen. In all the years he had known Long Chen, this was the first time he had seen such a complicated expression.
"Do you have a grudge against the Long family of the Immortal Clan, the Celestial God Clan?" Xu Jianxiong asked.
Long Chen nodded and said, "Yes, and the grudges run deep. Counting it up, I should be considered family with them." "
I didn't expect your background to be so powerful. No wonder you have such formidable strength." Xu Jianxiong suddenly understood. Long Chen possessed such terrifying power, so it was only natural that he came from an immortal family.
Long Chen shook his head and said, "My strength has nothing to do with the Long family. On the contrary, when I was born, my spiritual blood, spiritual roots, and spiritual bones were already stolen by them."
In short, it's hard to explain the grudges between me and the Long family. Whether we will become family or fight to the death depends on today's conversation.
Uncle Xiong, come with me and help me hold the stage. I'll meet this messenger from the Long family. "
Xu Jianxiong's heart tightened. He didn't know Long Chen's past, nor had he ever inquired into his background, but judging by Long Chen's tone, his relationship with the Long family was far more complicated than he had imagined.
Xu Jianxiong and Long Chen met with the visitors, seven in total—one elderly and six young.
The old man's hair was streaked with gray, yet he was spirited, his eyes shining with a restrained light, like a dragon diving into the abyss. Although he was hiding his aura, Long Chen could tell at a glance that this was a terrifying Innate Heavenly Venerable, even stronger than the clan leader of the Xuan Turtle clan.
Behind the old man stood six young prodigies—four men and two women. Their auras were terrifying, showing no sign of restraint. They entered the hall, their auras swirling and runes swirling, exuding an overwhelming aura.
As soon as they entered, their eyes looked at Long Chen without restraint, sizing him up and down as if trying to see right through him. Their eyes showed a hint of suspicion, mixed with contempt.
They were all third-level supreme experts, with three-colored runes flowing around them. Even standing at the same height, they still gave off an impression of being superior.
"Greetings, Chief of the Moonwatching Clan. I, Long Zaiye, am one of the eight great dragon-protecting elders of the Long family, ranked eighth in line. Greetings from you." As soon as the old man entered, he didn't even glance at Long Chen, and gave Xu Jianxiong a slight cup.
His movements were clean and efficient, appearing quite polite, but he referred to himself as 'old man' rather than 'me,' his tone extremely firm.
But after hearing his introduction, Long Chen was shaken. The eight great dragon-protecting elders of the Long family? Doesn't that mean the Long family has eight Innate Heavenly Venerables? I wonder if this guy is just here to scare people.
"Eighth Elder, you're too polite. I came here just to accompany Long Chen. The person you want to see probably isn't me, is it?" Xu Jianxiong smiled faintly.
He could also tell that although the Eighth Elder was quite old, he had a youthful sharpness and an intimidating tone. He was clearly targeting Long Chen, but didn't look him in the eye. It seemed he had come with ill intentions, so he didn't need to be polite.
The Eighth Elder laughed heartily and said, "That's right, I'm here for Long Chen. Long Chen is a descendant of our Long family. As a junior, of course I must greet the clan leader first, and only then will it be his turn." After
speaking, the Eighth Elder turned his head to Long Chen and nodded, saying,
"That's right. I heard you've recently handled several major matters and haven't brought shame to our Long family. That's very good and makes me very pleased."
Long Chen frowned. This Eighth Elder spoke with an old-fashioned attitude, acting like a junior, which made Long Chen feel uncomfortable.
"Everyone, sit down and speak. May I ask what brings the Eighth Elder to see Long Chen?" Long Chen gestured for everyone to take a seat.
The Eighth Elder's face showed displeasure, because Long Chen made a gesture to invite him to sit down first, but instead of waiting for him to sit first, he sat down first. This was extremely rude and clearly disrespectful.
However, the Eighth Elder said nothing and sat down with the others. After everyone was seated, Long Chen remained silent, quietly watching the Eighth Elder.
"Long Chen, as a junior of the family, aren't you being a bit rude?" A disciple of the Long family couldn't stand it anymore and said coldly.
"You can't really blame him. What manners could a ascender from the lower realm possibly know?" A female disciple of the Long family said with a mocking smile.
Clearly, as Supreme Geniuses, each of them was proud. They had heard of Long Chen and knew he was from the Long family, but they genuinely looked down on ascenders like him.
"Don't talk nonsense. Long Chen is an ascender from the lower realm and hasn't received a good education. That's the responsibility of our Long family, not his fault!" The Eighth Elder scolded the two disciples.
At that moment, even Xu Jianxiong frowned. The Eighth Elder was openly scolding those two disciples, but in reality, he was accusing Long Chen of being rude and unmannered.
He sneered inwardly. The Long family must have been blind to send someone like this to find Long Chen. He knew Long Chen too well; they were trying to push Long Chen into opposition.
Xu Jianxiong had witnessed Long Chen's intelligence and talent. He thought countless times to himself, how wonderful it would be if Long Chen were a disciple of his Moonwatching Clan—that would make him laugh even in his dreams.
Yet the Long family treated Long Chen this way—truly blind. But since this was a family matter, Xu Jianxiong couldn't say anything and just watched quietly.
Long Chen's eyes gradually turned cold, his gaze growing sharper: "Eighth Elder, are you here representing the Long family?" The
Eighth Elder nodded and said, "That's right. No matter what, you are a disciple of my Long family. I heard you've caused quite a bit of trouble."
The family head sent me to ask if you're willing to return to the Long family. I dare say, if you do, no one will dare provoke you, and no one will dare take revenge on you. You won't have to wander around anymore." "
With the Long family taking you in, you don't have to keep being a lost dog, hiding everywhere. You'd better come back. Without the Long family, once the Saint King Conference ends, you won't be able to leave Saint King State alive." A disciple of the Long family "kindly said" to persuade him.
Xu Jianxiong finally couldn't hold back and said coldly, "Do you really want Long Chen to come home, or do you want to force him to leave?"
If Long Chen has no home, then the Moonwatching Clan is his home. Every warrior of the Moonwatching Moon Clan is willing to shed their last drop of blood for him. If you came here on purpose to humiliate Long Chen, then just get lost. Otherwise, don't blame me for not giving the Long family any face." Xu
Jianxiong's words were extremely blunt. This group was too much—even he couldn't stand it, let alone the hot-headed Long Chen.
"Hmph, the reason you took Long Chen in was because of the treasure in his hands. Do you really think you're a good person? The Eighth Elder sneered.
Xu Jianxiong was furious and was about to speak when suddenly an elder of the Moon Gazing Clan walked in:
"Reporting to the clan leader, a guest has arrived. He claims to be a friend of Long Chen, claiming to be surnamed Jiang, and is a woman."