A dozen miles Chang'an City
A magnificent caravan slowly approached along the official road, surrounded by servants carrying knives and swords.
These servants, regardless of gender, were all rather short in stature and their faces did not resemble those of people from the Central Plains.
Clearly, this was also a group of forces that had received Xu Xiao's letter and came to Chang'an.
The newcomers were none other than the Dongming Sect, which occupied Ryukyu and Dongying, and the one in the carriage was their leader Shan Meixian.
Originally, Shan Meixian was running her own weapons business and had no intention of getting involved in such matters of the Central Plains martial arts world.
However, he was wary of the threats in the letter, and on the other hand, he received some news from his former partner Yuwen Clan.
They were told not to refuse the Heavenly Venerable Savior's decree, or they would suffer severe consequences.
As for more details, Yuwen Clan didn't say much, only reminding Shan Meixian to bring her daughter, as a great opportunity might be waiting for them.
After much deliberation, Shan Meixian finally decided to travel to Chang'an.
After all, the strength of her Dongming Sect was only average. In the past, she relied on the influence of Zhu Yuyan, the mother of the leader of the Demon Sect, and her husband Bian Bufu.
If they were to act carelessly and incur the wrath of even a powerful figure like the Yuwen Clan, who would dare to act on behalf of their lackeys, they would face utter annihilation.
The convoy moved forward slowly, until it was finally stopped by a woman.
The visitor was Zhu Yuyan. Upon seeing the Dongming Sect's emblem, she knew it was her daughter.
Although she didn't have a good relationship with her daughter for some reasons, she was still her own flesh and blood, and she always had to see her.
The same logic applies to Shan Meixian. Although she doesn't get along with her mother, many of the Dongming Sect's businesses over the years have been protected by her mother's name, so she has no choice but to meet with her.
Zhu Yuyan boarded the luxurious carriage in the center, sitting opposite Shan Meixian, with an even younger woman, Shan Wanjing, beside them.
The three women, grandmother, grandmother, and granddaughter, looked as if they were cut from the same mold. Zhu Yuyan had the air of a mature woman with a touch of authority, Shan Meixian had the air of maturity with a touch of charm, and Shan Wanjing was youthful and beautiful.
The three of them together, apart from their different temperaments and physiques, are almost identical.
After a moment of silence, it was Shan Wanjing, the youngest among them, who broke the silence:
"Grandmother, even you're here! Is this Heavenly Venerable Savior some kind of powerful figure?"
"Mm." Zhu Yuyan nodded, wanting to laugh but holding it back.
She hadn't had much contact with this granddaughter, and despite the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren, she didn't show much intimacy.
In some ways, Zhu Yuyan was a rather unsuccessful woman.
She was toyed with emotionally by a scumbag when she was young, and later, in despair, she randomly chose a man to experience what it was like to be a mother. However, her relationship with her family remained strained, and in the end, she could only devote everything to the cause of rebuilding the glory of the Demon Sect.
"Don't rush into Chang'an City yet. We still don't know the details of that Heavenly Venerable Savior. Wanwan has already gone into the city to investigate."
"The rest of the Holy Sect members will arrive later; it would be best to have them investigate the other side's background first."
Zhu Yuyan spoke coldly, offering her suggestion.
After all, she was her own bloodline, and she couldn't bear to let Shan Meixian take the lead.
However, Shan Meixian wasn't so keen on appreciating her mother's good intentions. Her tone changed, becoming somewhat sarcastic:
"Oh my! Even you, the number one expert of the Holy Sect, are so wary. It seems this Heavenly Venerable Savior is truly extraordinary!"
"Before I came, the Yuwen Clan reminded me to bring Wanjing along, saying that the Heavenly Venerable was not only incredibly powerful but also exceptionally handsome, and that they were looking for someone to entrust Wanjing to. Now it seems they were right..."
"Mother! Don't talk nonsense."
Shan Wanjing blushed. Shan Meixian had openly discussed this matter with her, and she hadn't objected.
In this chaotic world, what woman can escape the fate of being bound together by interests?
Since the other party is a powerful figure who can make the Yuwen Clan bow down like dogs, many women would rather be his wife or even his concubine than his wife.
Perhaps the other party really is destined to rule the world, and I and my family behind him can use this opportunity to rise to great heights.
"Smack!"
Zhu Yuyan's eyebrows shot up, and she slammed her hand on the table in the carriage, glaring fiercely at Shan Meixian.
"Fart!"
"Is this how you act as a mother? Using Wanjing as a bargaining chip for personal gain, how could you even think of such a thing?"
"No matter how powerful that Heavenly Venerable Savior is, he can't force my granddaughter, otherwise..."
"What else?"
A soft male voice came from outside the carriage, interrupting the argument inside.
"Who!!"
Zhu Yuyan's heart tightened, and then she slammed her palm against the flying horse carriage to open up her view.
Looking around, all the Dongming Sect's subordinates stood there dumbfounded, while two figures slowly descended from the sky.
There was a man and a woman. The girl was her good apprentice, Wanwan. As for the man, she already had a guess.
The only person who could appear near Chang'an, and be a complete stranger in the martial arts world, is the mysterious Heavenly Venerable Savior.
Xu Xiao arrived with Wanwan and overheard Zhu Yuyan's domineering declaration, so he couldn't help but interrupt.
He had originally planned to take Wanwan directly into the carriage, but now there was no need.
"You must be the Heavenly Venerable Savior?"
Zhu Yuyan looked Xu Xiao up and down, secretly giving him a rating for his appearance and demeanor.
She might not be a 8 out of 10 in looks, but her aura is a perfect 10. Just one glance is enough to captivate you, as if you were facing the vastness of nature.
A sense of closeness and immersion emanates from Xu Xiao, making people unconsciously feel favorable towards him.
'This person must be a master of cultivating the spiritual path!'
Zhu Yuyan remained secretly vigilant, while simultaneously circulating the Heavenly Demon True Essence within her body, ready to defend herself at any moment.
Since his beloved disciple Wanwan had been brought here by the other party, it was clear that they were up to no good.
"It is indeed Xu!"
Xu Xiao nodded frankly, but his eyes kept scanning Zhu Yuyan and her two grandchildren with an appreciative look.
His face betrayed undisguised desire.
These three people, grandfather, grandmother, and grandson, look so alike. There was a similar grandfather and grandson pair in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, but Xu Xiao hesitated after considering their ages.
However, after achieving enlightenment, the bottom line in his heart had already slowly crumbled.
Especially after experiencing some of the pleasures of Master Fan Qinghui and her disciples, Xu Xiao was no longer so averse to it.
This grandmother and granddaughter... it's not entirely out of the question!