N-A-A 790. Not giving face
790. Not giving face
"Aunt Yan, why are these ancient tribesmen so afraid of you?"
"I also visited the ancient tribe more than a hundred years ago. It was in the ancient holy city. There was an ancient tribesman who tried to stop me, and I cut off his hand."
"I see. But looking at their arrogant attitude, they deserve it. It's ridiculous that outsiders can be so arrogant. These guys from the ancient clan have made things difficult for my elder brother. This time at the Heavenly Tomb, I'll make sure they learn their lesson."
"If you haven't advanced to a one-star Dou Sheng by the time you finish this Heavenly Tomb, then prepare to continue your seclusion with me for another ten years!"
"Hehe, I'm already at the mid-stage of the Half-Saint realm. Aunt Yan, just you wait and see. When I successfully advance and go to Dragon Island, you can't stop me."
This conversation took place between Lei Jingxiao, the prodigy of the Lei Clan who had already recognized Xiao Yan as his elder brother, and his aunt, Jiang Yunyan. During the three years since Xiao Yan's "death," Jiang Yunyan had been guiding Lei Jingxiao through arduous training. In those three years, Lei Jingxiao truly realized his extraordinary talent, leaping directly from a four-star Dou Zun to the Half-Saint realm. Even though Jiang Yunyan was strict with Lei Jingxiao, she was genuinely satisfied with his current performance.
Jiang Yunyan then timed her arrival perfectly, taking Lei Jingxiao to the heart of the ancient clan's territory. After all, the Heavenly Tomb Gathering was of extraordinary importance, an opportunity that Lei Jingxiao absolutely could not miss.
As the host force of the Heavenly Tomb Gathering, the Ancient Clan had already assembled a group of members waiting here. Among them were the young elites of the Ancient Clan participating in the Gathering, such as Gu Xing and Gu Hua, who stood solemnly awaiting their arrival. They wore uniform dark-colored, close-fitting attire, their clan emblems embroidered on their chests, each exuding a composed and focused aura. Surrounding them were several powerful members of the Ancient Clan responsible for reception and maintaining order; some stood, some sat, their auras restrained, yet they possessed an undeniable and formidable presence.
Seeing Jiang Yunyan, with her cool aura and graceful figure, appear, attracted the attention of the ancient clan members. However, their expressions upon seeing Jiang Yunyan were not so natural, after all, the situation was not so harmonious when Jiang Yunyan last visited the ancient clan.
Gu Chang, the person in charge of reception for the ancient clan, a middle-aged man with a refined appearance, immediately greeted them with a warm smile.
"So it's the esteemed Fairy Yunyan who has graced us with her presence. Is the Thunder Clan being personally led by the Fairy at this Heavenly Tomb Gathering?"
All the families descended from Dou Di were aware of Jiang Yunyan's situation. She was simply too warlike; she had personally visited every Dou Di descendant family outside of the Soul Clan to challenge them. She had also earned the recognition of the Dou Di families' higher-ups through her own achievements.
Jiang Yunyan shook her head slightly when she saw Gu Chang greeting her, her tone as emotionless as ever: "I'm not in charge of leading any team, I'm just bringing my good-for-nothing son here."
Upon hearing this, Lei Jingxiao curled his lip in disdain, glancing around at the ancient clan geniuses who were already waiting. His gaze lingered on Gu Xing and the others for a moment, his eyes filled with undisguised contempt.
"Auntie, there are so many people watching, please give me some face. I know at least one thing: if someone comes to our Thunder Clan to seek revenge, I can't resort to such despicable tactics as a group attack or bullying the young."
The moment those words were spoken, the entire square fell silent.
You could hear a pin drop!
Everyone in the ancient clan, whether they were young people or elders in charge of receiving guests, instantly turned extremely ugly.
Although Gu Chang, who was in charge of welcoming them, was a man of impeccable manners and had been specially brought out to preside over the Heavenly Tomb Gathering, his face involuntarily darkened upon hearing these words. Everyone present knew perfectly well what Lei Jingxiao meant by "collective attack" and "bullying the young"!
Months ago, Xiao Yan single-handedly stormed the Ancient Clan, engaging in a bloody battle with the seven Grand Commanders. This ultimately forced Gu Yu, one of the Three Immortals of the Ancient Clan, to intervene. However, under pressure from various sides, they couldn't even capture Xiao Yan, allowing him to escape unscathed after killing several people within the Ancient Clan. This news had already spread far and wide. This incident had become a thorn in the side of the younger generation of the Ancient Clan, and a point of contention among outsiders regarding the Ancient Clan's methods.
Now, in the heart of the ancient clan's territory, Lei Jingxiao has blatantly reopened this wound in front of so many of the clan's geniuses, even going so far as to mock them. This is no longer just a provocation, but a naked slap in the face!
On the other side, the younger generation of the ancient clan were also furious, because they were the ones who had been mocked by Lei Jingxiao.
Gu Chang's warm smile froze instantly. He suppressed his anger, looked at Jiang Yunyan, and lowered his voice, questioning her: "Fairy Yunyan, my Gu clan has always treated you with utmost respect. When you visited last time, our clan did not target you. What is the meaning of this now? Do you think our Gu clan can be bullied at will?!"
Jiang Yunyan remained expressionless, seemingly oblivious to the fiery glares from the ancient clans around her. She didn't even look at Gu Chang, her gaze casually falling on the totem on a distant stone pillar, her tone flat and devoid of emotion: "This kid's gotten old, his wings have hardened, and with a bit of strength he's gained, he's become arrogant and conceited. As his aunt, I really can't control him anymore."
She paused, her gaze finally turning to Gu Chang: "If any young talent in the Gu clan could step in and teach him a lesson, letting him know what it means to be outmatched and capable, that would be the best outcome."
These words sounded like a rebuke to Lei Jingxiao, an attempt to give the ancient clan a way out. But to the members of the ancient clan, it was nothing short of adding fuel to the fire!
What does "young talents" mean? What does "teach them a lesson" mean? This is clearly saying that if you young people of your ancient clan have the ability, then take action and win back your face.
Lei Jingxiao knew his aunt's temper all too well. Hearing her words, he understood that her silence meant she tacitly approved of his actions. With his aunt, this formidable figure, standing guard, those old fogies from the ancient clans wouldn't dare bully him. However, his aunt would definitely not offer him any further assistance; he had to face these ancient clan geniuses alone. And one thing was certain: having initiated the provocation, he absolutely could not afford to lose! Otherwise, his aunt's "ten-year seclusion" punishment might intensify upon their return.
Lei Jingxiao, however, did not regret it. When he learned about Xiao Yan's connection to the ancient clans, he had just reached the later stages of his cultivation. Aunt Yan was adamant about not letting him out, and he felt guilty towards Xiao Yan.
After all, Xiao Yan saved his life in the Pill Tower, but he wasn't there when Xiao Yan needed him. Now is a good opportunity to help Xiao Yan get revenge!
A powerful fighting spirit slowly rose within Lei Jingxiao's body.