Super War God in the City-Chapter 457: Picky and Choosy

As the Mountain Gate Disciple’s voice faded, a voice came from outside almost in unison, "Heh heh, we two came uninvited—hope we haven’t disturbed your families’ joyous event!"

Immediately, the figures of Xiang Hou and Mu Ji appeared at the doorway, both wearing broad smiles.

"You both visit together unannounced, may I inquire what brings you here?" Murong Zun fixed his gaze on the two men, not in a good position to openly chase them away.

Could it still be because of the accident at Shennong Peak during the noble families’ children’s expedition last time? At that time, the Elders who returned had already explained, and furthermore, the Murong Family had lost someone as well, and he had investigated the incident afterwards.

"Heh heh, on such a festive day, we two came to offer our congratulations and ask for a cup of wedding wine—it wouldn’t be unwelcome, right?" Xiang Hou laughed it off.

Normally, when any of the Five Peaks Noble Houses had an event, joyous or sad, everyone would attend in full; but this time, the Murong Family hadn’t had the chance to notify others, as the arrangement hadn’t been fully confirmed!

Besides, at the beginning, the Gu Family didn’t want to make a big deal of it either. An unworthy son who took a wife from the Secular World who had been married before—holding such a wedding would only invite ridicule. They were too ashamed to deal with the event and wanted to keep everything simple!

Murong Zun took a deep breath, and extending a hand—not striking the smiling face before him—gave Gu Liangji a look and said indifferently to the two men, "You two are quite well-informed. We plan to keep this simple, and with several incidents happening among families recently, we did not organize a large notification!"

"Heh heh, I see, but the Venerable Elder worries too much. Precisely because so much has happened recently, such a happy occasion should be celebrated—it counts as a dose of good fortune amidst misfortune, right?

Besides, it’s not easy for Brother Gu’s son to get married; how could there be any reason not to handle it well? Would that not wrong the bride?" Mu Ji said with a complimentary tone.

"Cough cough...." Xiang Hou appeared a bit embarrassed; Mu Ji’s words were a bit thoughtless and might not be well-received by the Gu Family.

He immediately cast a stealthy glance at Gu Liangji and, indeed, saw Old Gu’s face turning stern.

He was already sensitive about others mocking his son for being a disappointment, and Mu Ji’s words felt like a thorn in his heart, extremely uncomfortable—as if blatantly mocking his son for failing to find a wife!

Gu Sheng’s expression also turned ashen, but as one of the younger generation, it wouldn’t be appropriate for him to cause a scene, so he could only sneak glances at his father’s reaction.

Seeing that the atmosphere had become awkward, Mu Ji quickly realized his misstep and let out a forced laugh.

"Heh heh, I meant no offense, please don’t be upset..." Mu Ji hurriedly explained.

Murong Zun’s face also didn’t look too good; these two guys must have come here today to stir up trouble deliberately.

Without enthusiasm, he said, "Gentlemen, the disciples of your families were killed at Shennong Peak by a no-name youngster; has that issue been resolved?"

Upon hearing this, Xiang and Mu’s hearts seized, and their faces grew ugly with the insult. Not only had they failed to take revenge, but they had also submitted, and now they were coming to persuade these two in front of them on behalf of the man who had caused them grief.

The two men exchanged a look, realizing that if they mentioned convincing the others to submit to Ling Fan, it would undoubtedly invite mockery from these two families!

However, before the two could speak, Gu Liangji fired off a chill comment.

"Heh heh, you two have some nerve, running over here to join the festivities soon after losing your sons. They weren’t your biological children, were they?" Gu Liangji, who had endured a barb from Mu Ji earlier, had been stewing in frustration and didn’t miss the opportunity to retaliate.

With these words, the temperature in the hall dropped to freezing in an instant, leaving the younger members exchanging awkward glances in utter silence!

Murong Zun coughed lightly, masking the discomfort on his face. Gu Liangji was not known for his gentle nature, and his words seemed to be inviting trouble!

At that moment, Xiang Hou and Mu Ji’s faces turned an immediate red, feeling like someone had hit them hard in the spine. Gu Liangji’s words had gone too far, striking too close to the heart!

Even with the best temper, the two were finding it hard to hold back; however, they controlled themselves, standing to the side with their complexions shifting between green and white.

Reacting now would only put them at a disadvantage as the two were aligned as in-laws. Each could deal with one of the others, but if Venerable Elder Murong Zun joined in, they would be at no advantage!

The two exchanged a glance; it is the better part of valor not to eat the loss before one’s eyes, and with a cold snort, they sat down at the side, seething with anger.

Gu Liangji saw that neither of the two uttered a word and felt comfortable in his heart. He glanced at them and said with sarcasm, "Are you two sitting here to propose a marriage as well?"

What Gu Liangji meant was actually to tell the two to get lost, an implicit order to leave!

"What, I’m not in your house, it’s not your place to send people away!" Xiang Hou retorted, holding back anger with no pleasant look on his face.

Gu Liangji swept the two with an unfriendly gaze and then turned to look at Murong Zun.

Murong Zun got the message but could only helplessly say, "Gentlemen, today the Murong Family has some private matters. I hope you can understand and visit another day!"

Mu Ji’s eyes widened suddenly, and he said in a deep voice, "What private matters? It’s just a marriage proposal. Today we two are here for proposing as well. What, are we not welcome?"

Murong Zun was taken aback and immediately felt helpless. It was obvious that these two were sulking and making a scene!

"Murong Fei is not planning to marry yet..."

Murong Zun hadn’t finished speaking when he was interrupted by Xiang Hou, "Whether she has plans or not, one should at least discuss them. Even if you don’t agree, you can’t impede our right to propose a marriage!"

Xiang Hou was really serious this time. He meant to go through with it. Getting thrown out like this would be too embarrassing. Besides, that Murong Fei was also quite good!

Murong Fei, standing on the side, was dumbfounded. She was caught in the crossfire for no reason and was quite speechless!

Murong Zun took a deep breath. It seemed that these two had determined to stick around today. He helplessly glanced at Gu Liangji.

Gu Liangji was equally flabbergasted, failing to understand what the two were fussing about. Were they really pissed off by him?

He decided not to bother with these two anymore and said to Murong Zun, "Venerable Elder, shouldn’t we proceed to the next step? If there are no issues, we should finalize the agreement, right?"

Murong Zun nodded hurriedly at this, "Yes, bring Yan’er down!"

With that, two elderly women from the Gu Family stepped forward to Xiao Chubing’s side and said, "Miss, please come with us!"

Xiao Chubing frowned immediately, her face cooling down. This scene seemed too familiar—was it another virginity check?

Xiang Hou and Mu Ji sitting aside exchanged glances, clueless about what was happening.

"What is this?" Xiao Chubing’s face chilled, not willing to undergo the same humiliation a second time.

Murong Zun’s brow furrowed slightly, and he said indifferently, "Just follow them, it won’t harm you. It’s just a checkup, nothing else!"

Xiao Chubing turned pale, biting back angrily, "Hasn’t the check already been done before? You want to inspect again? What am I to you?"

Murong Zun snorted internally, "What do you think you are!"

However, he didn’t express this aloud and said with a slightly stern face, "Think it through. I don’t want to repeat myself!"

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Xiao Chubing pursed her lips. This was a threat. They were using her relatives in the Secular World to threaten her.

Xiang Hou and Mu Ji finally began to understand a bit—the Murong Zun and Gu Family were going too far! It was a consensual matter, but they were making it seem like she was a maid entering the palace. Murong Zun was really losing face over this; it seemed he didn’t consider his granddaughter as a person!

The two thought it over and felt relieved. If that old man could willingly send off his own daughter, what would he care for a granddaughter he hadn’t seen for over twenty years!

"Hehe, don’t blame me for being nosy, but Old Gu, concerning your son, you should be glad if someone is willing to marry him at all. Why pick and choose to the point of humiliating others?" Xiang Hou finally seized the opportunity and sneered.