Lu Ming followed Zhong Quan, chatting and laughing all the way to the main hall.
Zhong Taiyue sat at the head of the table. Upon seeing his two outstanding grandsons and granddaughters, his face immediately lit up with a smile. His descendants were all good-for-nothings. He had been in despair before, thinking that the Zhong Clan might decline under his watch, with no one able to inherit his mantle and strengthen the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall. Fortunately, the birth of Zhong Quan brought him hope again.
But what he didn't expect was that during this time, he received another unexpected and huge surprise.
This grandson is even more gifted and has a better temperament than Zhong Quan.
The only regret was that the time they spent together was too short. During this period, whenever Lu Ming made progress in his cultivation, Zhong Taiyue would be happy but also sigh helplessly.
That conflicting feeling made even the Nether Spirit Master Zhong Taiyue feel anxious and uncertain.
Fortunately, Zhong Taiyue was also open-minded. The past was the past. Although he knew that in Lu Ming's heart, Thunderfire Hall must hold more weight, no matter what, Lu Ming also had half of the Zhong Clan's blood flowing in his veins.
If we treat this grandson as our own and support him wholeheartedly, given Lu Ming's character, would he possibly mistreat the Zhong Clan in the future?
The greater this child's future achievements, the more the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall will benefit from them.
At worst, the Thunderfire Hall will take the lion's share, while the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall will take the smaller share.
" A-Ming, are you going Qingyuan Market?" Zhong Taiyue Lu Ming with a smile and concern.
A few days ago, Zhong Ying had already told him that once Lu Ming Upper Divine Ability, they would be returning.
Judging by the time, we'll be leaving tomorrow.
Lu Ming nodded and smiled, "Grandpa still needs our help back home. Thank you for taking care of him during this time, Grandpa."
"We're family, let's not talk about these things."
Zhong Taiyue waved his hand, his expression suddenly becoming more serious, and said, "I heard that Qingyuan Market has been quite chaotic lately. It would be good for you to go back and help your father-in-law as soon as possible."
In recent days, the matter of the " Sacred Ruins " deep in the Black Rain Zone of Qingyuan Market has completely fermented. Not only are the forces in Fengyang Prefecture probing and observing, but even forces from other neighboring prefectures are arriving one after another.
For a time, Qingyuan Market was a chaotic place, and it even caused quite a stir in the prefectural city.
Zhong Taiyue pondered for a moment and said, "I wonder if the ' Sacred Ruins ' in the Black Rain Zone of Qingyuan Market are real or fake. If they are real, our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall might have to take action to prevent other Divine Ability Hall from snatching up the opportunity. If they manage to get some Grandmaster opportunity, Fengyang Prefecture will be in for a world-changing storm."
Currently, all parties are unsure whether the " Sacred Ruins " are real or fake, and they are also worried that it might be a trap set by the Eight-Armed Rain Spawn within.
Upon hearing this, Lu Ming's eyes flickered slightly. If his maternal grandfather and the others also wanted to enter that Sacred Ruins to seek opportunities, it might be a good thing for him. After all, they were family, and if something unexpected happened, they would have a layer of protection.
Moreover, if there really is an opportunity, wouldn't it be better for family members to obtain it?
So he nodded and said seriously, "Grandpa, the Sacred Ruins in the Black Rain Zone are indeed real. Master Zhou Xuan came to the prefectural city this time to ask Prefect Huo Shanhe to help prevent the news from spreading too far."
Zhong Taiyue was startled. He clearly hadn't expected Lu Ming to bring him such important news. If such information were to get out, it would surely attract all the forces in the city to come out in full force.
"Really?" Zhong Taiyue asked, still somewhat uneasy.
"If Grandpa trusts me, the Sacred Ruins must be real," Lu Ming said.
"You're my grandson, of course I trust you, you wouldn't harm me."
Zhong Taiyue laughed, then his eyes flashed, and he slammed his hand on the table, decisively saying, "Now that we've confirmed this information in advance, it seems our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall cannot miss this opportunity that's so close at hand."
" A-Ming, I'll go back to Qingyuan Market with you tomorrow. It's perfect timing. Come to think of it, I haven't visited my father-in-law in Qingyuan Market in all these years. This time I'll make up for it."
Lu Ming was taken aback. Was Zhong Taiyue also going to Qingyuan Market?
This is a good thing. With a powerful Nether Spirit Master presiding over the Thunderfire Hall, he should be able to deter many villains.
"Grandpa would be overjoyed to know that Grandpa is coming." Lu Ming smiled, also very happy. After all, those things back then had caused unpleasantness between the two families, and now that there was an opportunity to break the ice, it would naturally be good for both families.
Zhong Taiyue smiled and said, "Then I'll go make the arrangements first. We'll travel together back to Qingyuan Market tomorrow."
The next morning, the carriage waited in front of the gate of the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall.
Zhong Taiyue walked out surrounded by people. He had arranged all the affairs of the hall and also instructed the other two hall masters to be fully prepared and wait for his instructions from Qingyuan Market.
"Big cousin, come visit Qingyuan Market sometime. Although it's not as bustling as the city, it has its own unique charm." Lu Ming was also saying goodbye to Zhong Quan.
"Haha, good, I'm also quite interested in the Black Rain Zone of Qingyuan Market. I'll definitely go and train there when I have the chance," Zhong Quan replied with a smile.
Lu Ming waved to his cousins Zhong Xia Zhong Ling, and then the family turned and boarded the carriage. Although Zhong Taiyue was Divine Ability Master and could fly, he couldn't carry Lu Ming's family, so he simply accompanied them into the carriage so they could chat and keep each other company along the way.
The carriage started moving and slowly traveled along the wide street, eventually disappearing into the distance under the watchful eyes of everyone at the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall.
On the way home, the family was unusually relaxed. It was clear that Lu Qingyan and Zhong Ying were extremely happy that Zhong Taiyue was going to accompany them to Qingyuan Market. After all, he and Lu Jin were the current heads of the Zhong and Lu families, and their prestige was something that the younger generation dared not question.
Zhong Taiyue's willingness to go to Qingyuan Market demonstrates his willingness to lower his guard and adopt a more conciliatory attitude.
The old grudges between the two families can only be completely resolved after the two elders in charge of the family formally meet.
I imagine Lu Jin will be extremely surprised and delighted when he sees Zhong Taiyue arrive at the Thunderfire Hall.
With this anticipation, the tedious journey home seemed to become easier and more pleasant, Lu Mengmeng's playful laughter echoed throughout the carriage.
As the carriage sped along, Lu Ming noticed that on the road leading to Qingyuan Market, numerous people of unknown identity, yet exuding a subtle sense of oppression, were rushing past in a dusty and weary manner. They were moving at an extremely fast speed, completely disregarding the consumption of their Primordial Qi, and traveling at full speed.
Even in mid-air, there were occasional sharp sounds of wind breaking through the air, and when looking into the distance, one could vaguely see light and shadows flashing by.
That's Divine Ability Master traveling.
"In just half a day, the number of Divine Ability Master who have passed by overhead is no less than ten," Zhong Taiyue said with a smile, seemingly noticing Lu Ming looking around while he was teasing Lu Mengmeng.
Lu Ming's expression was solemn. Clearly, these Divine Ability Master and the unidentified groups from all sides were all heading towards the Sacred Ruins in the Black Rain Zone of Qingyuan Market.
Compared to the treasure-hunting teams that came during the previous Rain Weakening Period, they were nothing.
After all, the treasure hunting teams back then were only trying to find bargains on the outskirts of the Black Rain Zone, but this time these people are heading towards the Sacred Ruins deep within the Black Rain Zone. In such a place, even Divine Ability Master can probably only barely protect himself.
As the carriage traveled into the evening, it was not far from Qingyuan Market.
Lu Mengmeng complained of being hungry, so Lu Qingyan found a spot in the woods where everyone stopped to rest, lit a campfire, and roasted meat and naan bread. The aroma immediately filled the forest.
Lu Mengmeng ate with relish, grilling meat in one hand and naan bread in the other, her face covered in grease.
Everyone took the opportunity to fill their stomachs.
Zhong Taiyue, who was casually eating naan bread, suddenly stopped what he was doing. His rugged, old face, as rough as an angry lion, stared seriously at the woodland shrouded in the setting sun.
Lu Ming sensed something and immediately looked up, gazing in the direction Zhong Taiyue was looking, and whispered, "Someone's there?"
Zhong Taiyue nodded slowly.
Lu Ming and Lu Qingyan exchanged a glance, and their internal Primordial Qi began to circulate quietly.
Being away from home, and given the unrest in Qingyuan Market these past few days, they naturally needed to remain vigilant at all times, especially with their female relatives by their side.
Under their watchful gaze, a heavy voice soon drifted from outside the grove, accompanied by a low, unsettling breath.
The trees trembled, and a huge, ferocious white tiger head slowly emerged from the jungle, its deep, fierce gaze fixed on the people in the forest, while simultaneously letting out a deep tiger roar that shook the mountains and forests.
"Ah! A tiger!"
The sudden appearance of the tiger's head startled Lu Mengmeng, causing her to scream and drop the roasted meat in her hand. Her little face filled with fear as she hid behind Lu Ming.
The bushes rustled, and a magnificent white tiger, several meters tall, slowly emerged from them. Its fur was as white as frost, without the slightest impurity, and its eyes, like dark gold, exuded a chilling aura. Its sharp claws lightly grazed the ground, leaving behind deep, smooth cuts.
Lu Ming was also startled by the sudden appearance of the white tiger. He could sense extremely violent and ferocious Primordial Qi fluctuations emanating from it. Clearly, this was not an ordinary tiger, but a Yuan Beast.
Moreover, the ferocious aura emanating from the white tiger's body actually gave him a feeling of suffocation.
A look of shock appeared in Lu Ming's eyes.
This white tiger probably possesses strength equivalent to Divine Ability Master!
How could a white tiger beast, comparable to a Divine Ability Master, suddenly appear in this place near Qingyuan Market?!
roar!
The white tiger, with its heavy hooves, slowly approached the group, revealing its sharp teeth. From its mouth, a roar filled with the stench of blood echoed once more.
However, just as Lu Ming was preparing to condense the Thunderfire Whip, a faint voice, like the echoes of a secluded valley in a snowy mountain, suddenly rang out from the white tiger's back.
" Xiao Yu, you're too noisy."