MMORPG: War God, You are Invincible Again-Chapter 1297 - 274: The Open Scheme
The seventh branch of the Sky Family gathered again. At this moment, the expression of the heads of the seven branches showed that only the head of the second branch had an uncontrollable smile between his brows, while the heads of the other six branches were full of worry.
The head of the first branch threw a pile of reports onto the table and said, "You must have already gone through these reports, haven’t you? Let’s discuss what our next move should be."
With that, the first branch head skipped the head of the second branch and directly looked at the third branch: "Old Third, you go ahead."
The third branch spoke seriously, "I believe we should choose to retreat temporarily from the Rongtian Domain to minimize conflicts with Photon City."
Hearing this, the head of the sixth branch retorted unhappily, "Retreat? Easy to say. Our Sky Family has been rooted in the Rongtian Domain for so many years. It’s not something we can just walk away from. People may leave easily, but the massive assets controlled by our Sky Family cannot be taken away quickly."
"Haha, no worries, the second branch can keep them for you," chimed in the second branch head with a chuckle.
This remark drew envious and resentful glances from the other six branches.
Damn, who would’ve thought the Photon City Lord could kill the Tianlang Emperor and possess the strength of a top Martial Emperor? Back then, why didn’t they strive to gain control over Qin Hong? Instead, it turned into a windfall for the second branch.
The head of the first branch saw everyone glaring sternly at the head of the second branch and internally complained. Isn’t this the time to not stir up trouble?
"Ahem!" The first branch head cleared his throat twice, refocusing attention, then announced, "Three thousand Divine Might Army from Photon City has entered the Western Battle Zone. In less than four months, they have wiped out the five great families in the Western Battle Zone. Their strength is far beyond our Sky Family. Except for the second branch and Photon City, the other main branch heads have attacked Qin Long Guards before. Thus, Photon City will surely retaliate against us. The second branch’s Qin Hong should be willing to plead with the Photon City Lord to spare us, but for the rest of us, it’s uncertain. So, retreating from Rongtian Domain temporarily is advisable. As for the assets in Rongtian Domain that cannot be taken, temporarily entrusting them to the second branch is best, waiting for the second branch to stabilize in the domain with Qin Hong’s help before we gradually plan further."
Upon hearing the arrangements from the first branch, no other branch heads objected; there was no choice. Under absolute martial force, surrender or retreat were the only options.
The second branch head then stood up with a smile and cupped his hands towards everyone, "Gentlemen, the assets you leave in the Rongtian Domain, our second branch will not move a shred. If you’re uneasy, you can write a tally list of resources, and upon returning to the Rongtian Domain, you can reclaim your assets from us according to the list."
Hearing the words from the second branch, the other branches rolled their eyes. This fat man just came to show off.
So they simply ignored him.
Once the Sky Family meeting concluded, the second branch head happily returned to Songhu Courtyard.
"Where is the son-in-law?" The second branch head called over a servant and asked.
Upon hearing, the servant respectfully replied, "To report, family head, the son-in-law is in seclusion cultivating with the young lady."
Hearing the reply, the second branch head immediately dismissed the idea of summoning Qin Hong. The Photon City Lord was so fierce, killing the Tianlang Emperor downright. This is a stout thigh, with Qin Hong being the only one able to connect to it, making him the treasure of the second branch.
Summon Qin Hong to meet him?
Joking, he should indeed visit him personally. The other’s current status is indeed above his own.
The second branch head went to the back courtyard and simply waited outside the room where Qin Hong and Tian Shengji were cultivating.
If it weren’t for Qin Hong’s keen perception, he wouldn’t know how long his father-in-law was prepared to wait.
Qin Hong opened his eyes. For the past six months, Qin Hong had accepted Tian Shengji, passing on the Meditation Technique taught by Lu Hong to her.
Thus, the two often engaged in closed-door meditation and cultivation of Spiritual Energy together. As the Spiritual Energy between Heaven and Earth grew richer, their cultivation speed accelerated. Qin Hong already moved into the Second Transformation Level 7, while Tian Shengji reached the late stage first Transformation level.
Qin Hong glanced at the breathtakingly beautiful Tian Shengji beside him, careful not to disturb her, rising silently and gently opening the door. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞
Seeing his father-in-law about to speak at the door, Qin Hong quickly gestured to a distant spot.
The father-in-law immediately understood and nodded.
The two men tiptoed out of the courtyard.
Only then did Qin Hong speak, "May I ask why you came, father-in-law?"
The second branch head nodded with a smile, "Here’s the latest intelligence that someone in the Western Battle Zone sent, have a look at it!"
Qin Hong took the stack of letters from the second branch head’s hands.
Opening and reading them one by one, as the words appeared before his eyes.
Qin Hong’s breathing grew heavy, and his emotions began to fluctuate and stir.
Three thousand Divine Might Army entered the Western Battle Zone; in less than half a year, they virtually slaughtered the five great families of the Western Battle Zone. Not only that, but his master also killed the Tianlang Emperor in the Western Battle Zone. Three thousand Divine Might Army shattered the Tianlang Emperor’s 180,000 Martial Arts Sect army. Each piece of news delivered a heavy blow to Qin Hong’s long-dormant heart over the years.
That heart that settled back into calmness was now wildly thumping. Yes, his master took action, avenging him and his Qin Long Guards!
Seeing Qin Hong finish reading the last report, the second branch head finally smiled and spoke, "My dear son-in-law, your master, City Lord Lu, is an unparalleled strongman. His revealed strength left the other branches of the Sky Family extremely apprehensive. They’ve begun regretting their actions against Qin Long Guards before. They fear your master and thus chose to flee Rongtian Domain to avoid directly confronting him. Without the other branches’ suppression on us, my dear son-in-law, you can leave Songhu Courtyard at any time. From here on, I will entrust our second branch to you for management. As for the malicious branches of the Sky Family, I lack the capacity to detain them for you, but I can provide you with their intelligence if you’re set on revenge."
Upon hearing the second branch head’s words, Qin Hong nodded. His father-in-law was indeed good to him. His master planned to take vengeance on the families that abducted and endangered Qin Long Guards; the Sky Family, as a leading family, naturally wouldn’t escape unscathed. However, Qin Hong decided to protect the second branch, as he was now married, and the second branch of the Sky Family was basically his in-laws.
Then Qin Hong said, "Father-in-law, should Master cleanse the Sky Family, I shall surely plead for the second branch. Father-in-law need not worry for safety, but from this day forward, the second branch will completely fall under Photon City’s banner, and I hope, Father-in-law, you will not refuse by then."
Upon hearing this, the second branch head family almost burst with a crooked smile.
Damn it, when the news from the Western Battle Zone fully spreads, who knows how many families will vie to join Photon City; this indeed meant he reaped the benefits of early proximity.
"Alright, no problem, everything according to your arrangement, dear son-in-law. I also entrust you with the second branch from here onward; my branch will be your strongest support base in Photon City."
Three days later, Qin Hong finally stepped out of Songhu Courtyard. Without hesitation, Qin Hong, taking Tian Shengji with him, headed straight to the Western Battle Zone, seeking his master.
Thanks to the intelligence opened by the Sky Family, Qin Hong quickly pinpointed Lu Hong’s current location.
Outside a small suburb.
Qin Hong journeyed swiftly, rushing outside the city. Gazing at the temporary encampment before him, Qin Hong’s eyes moistened slightly.
He dismounted, hurrying towards the encampment.
And Tian Shengji obediently followed behind Qin Hong.
Observing the approaching two, the soldiers of the Divine Might Army instinctively tensed, drawing their heavy swords.
However, the next second, Lu Hong’s voice rang in their ears, "Let them in."
Following Lu Hong’s order, neither person spoke further, clearing the path right away.
As Qin Hong passed by, they kindly pointed out the direction, "City Lord’s tent is at the very end."
"Thank you!" Without stopping, Qin Hong rushed to Lu Hong’s tent, fell to his knees, and knocked his head on the ground, "Disciple Qin Hong, pays respects to Master!"
"Concubine Tian Shengji greets Master!" Tian Shengji didn’t hesitate, kneeling alongside Qin Hong, evidently heeding the second branch head’s advice, not that she lacked in intelligence herself.
