Published: March 8, 2025
The two first-rank supremes suddenly felt a surge of frustration; when did we become attendants? And such lowly ones at that?
Lan Ruo's face turned dark.
Is my hair like a horse's mane? What does that make me?
Chu Yang, however, laughed heartily, warmly grasping Lan Ruo's hand as they walked up together.
Seeing the two holding hands, the two supremes from the Lan Family wore bitter smiles. They instructed the tavern staff to take good care of this "fine horse," then shook their heads and followed along.
Lan Ruo understood clearly, as if it were a reflection. This person, Chu Yang, is none other than the Chu King of Hell, who the Iron Cloud Nation claimed had died; now he reappeared here, even staying in the palace. This clearly indicated that the Chu King of Hell is indeed Tie Butian's lover.
According to Lan Mei Xian, the ninefold pill was very likely a gift from Tie Butian to her; thus, the Chu King of Hell... is very likely the nine calamity sword master!
Not just Lan Ruo, even the two supremes behind her were equally enlightened; although this Chu King of Hell appeared polite and warm, like a long-lost relative about to reunite, in reality, he was extremely dissatisfied with the Lan Family's invitation.
Otherwise, no matter how unhappy he was, he wouldn't have spoken so ungraciously in front of the host before the meal.
This was clearly a deliberate way to make others uncomfortable!
And it was utterly discomforting!
Moreover, his demeanor revealed a sense of being unafraid, meaning he understood the Lan Family's purpose in waiting here.
This was tantamount to a covert acknowledgment of his identity as the nine calamity sword master.
This, however, gave rise to infinite hope; even if Lan Ruo felt like she was about to explode with anger, she absolutely dared not utter a single word that would offend him!
Lan Ruo felt truly aggrieved; and rather significantly so.
The entire family had expended so much effort, over such a long time, to orchestrate such a plan. From any standpoint, she was in the position of power.
But the arrival of this Chu King of Hell disrupted everything. He used such a disgusting method, not stating anything explicitly, yet clearly conveying: I know you're here! I know what you're looking for. I know your ultimate goal!
So, I have the final say!
You are the ones who need me, not the other way around. Understand this clearly.
With such a revolting and rogue manner, he completely took the initiative. This silent loss made Lan Ruo feel as if she was willingly swallowing a bitter pill.
Finally, upon entering the room, the two old men inside smiled and stood up to greet them.
Only then did Chu Yang release Lan Ruo's hand.
Lan Ruo then beamed and introduced, “Brother Chu, this is our Lan Family's nineteenth elder, Lan Xin Hua.” She paused, her tone carrying significant weight, “Elder Xin Hua currently possesses a sixth rank supreme cultivation level.”
This was subtly putting pressure on him, and there was a hint of testing Chu Yang's abilities as well. Lan Ruo realized she couldn't see through Chu Yang's cultivation level!
If Chu Yang's level were higher than hers… Lan Ruo would never believe it, no matter what!
Thus, if these few words were spoken, if Chu Yang's level were too low, it would likely reveal itself next!
In the martial arts world, no one is insensitive to the term 'supreme'!
Chu Yang's heart stirred as he warmly shook Lan Xin Hua's hand, shaking it repeatedly, saying, “Elder Lan, I have long heard of your reputation. Meeting you today is truly a stroke of fortune!”
This was the most common yet insincere greeting in the martial arts world, and now, it flowed from Chu Yang's lips without any pause, clearly indicating that his sincerity was almost nonexistent.
Elder Lan Xin Hua smiled radiantly, “Chu Imperial Seat needn't be so polite. Meeting you today makes me realize how old I have become… The martial arts world is truly the domain of the young now. Ha ha…”
Lan Ruo smiled as she introduced the second individual; all five Lan Family members in the room were renowned experts, yet they showed no signs of anger at Chu Yang’s rudeness.