Nine Dragons Saint Ancestor

Snap!

Though the sound of the snap was light, it was extremely clear to the ears of everyone in the hall.

Immediately after, not only Lu Guixiong, the person involved, but all the Wang Family Elders saw a series of crystal-clear ice flowers rapidly spreading from the right shoulder of this Lu Family Tomb Master, at an astonishing speed.

Crack! Crack! Crack!

The sound of ice flowers condensing echoed throughout the hall, as if resounding in the minds and hearts of everyone present, containing an indescribable strangeness and terror.

"No! I am not resigned to this!"

Compared to the mixed feelings of shock and joy among the Wang Family members, the Lu Family Patriarch, Lu Guixiong, knew that this was a matter of life and death for him, and he instinctively erupted into a roar.

Boom!

Meridian Qi Energy at the Cloud Ascending Realm Middle Stage frantically surged out from Lu Guixiong’s body, desperately trying to stop the Ice Cold Power from freezing him, this was his last chance.

But unfortunately, Lu Guixiong overestimated himself and underestimated Yun Xiao. From the moment he was struck by the latter, today’s outcome was destined, even the Cloud Ascending Realm Middle Stage strength could not change it.

For Yun Xiao, dealing with a Cloud Ascending Realm Middle Stage Lu Family Patriarch was as easy as lifting a finger, especially since, as he said, he had already given Lu Guixiong a chance earlier, and when he didn’t take it, he had only himself to blame for Yun Xiao’s ruthless actions.

The Meridian Qi in Lu Guixiong continued to surge desperately, but those spreading ice flowers showed no signs of stopping, and in just a moment, they had frozen his hands, feet, and torso.

"Yun... Lord Yun Xiao, I know my mistake, please... spare me!"

No matter how tough Lu Guixiong was, and no matter how furious he was with the Lu Family Great Elder’s cowardice earlier, when faced with his own dire situation, the desire to survive rose uncontrollably.

At this moment, many Wang Family members felt an immense satisfaction, seeing the treacherous Lu Family Patriarch Lu Guixiong, who attempted to swallow the Wang Family, ending up like this was truly gratifying.

However, these Wang Family Elders were seeing Yun Xiao for the first time and were unsure of the personality of this plainly dressed youth, so they didn’t know if the boy would relent at Lu Guixiong’s plea for mercy.

The fact proved: he would not!

Yun Xiao paid no attention to Lu Guixiong’s plea for mercy. He saw Yun Xiao slightly clench his left hand, and the Ice Cold Power passed over Lu Guixiong’s neck, freezing his entire body into a crystal-clear ice sculpture.

This moment, the hall fell into dead silence as Yulong City’s once formidable figure, Lu Guixiong, maintained a horrified expression, frozen into a human-shaped ice sculpture.

"Lu Guixiong, is dead?"

After a long while, a Wang Family Elder mumbled, somewhat incredulously, bringing everyone’s attention back. Their emotions remained turbulent.

The sudden turn of events today was truly too unexpected, from the Second Family Head Wang Yinglong’s sudden outburst, to the abrupt arrival of the Lu Family, or even the unexpected return of the third young master Wang Zilang.

But all these surprises paled compared to the sudden emergence of Yun Xiao, the plainly dressed youth, who appeared out of nowhere, killing the Lu Family’s eldest son Lu Lianyu in the blink of an eye.

Later, he even shattered Wang Yinglong’s Dantian, and now, he has frozen the Lu Family Tomb Master Lu Guixiong into an ice sculpture, all this happened too fast, dizzyingly fast.

"Third brother, who exactly is this friend of yours?"

Wang Zifu, the eldest Wang, was full of shock and couldn’t help but ask. Although he was one of the top talents in Yulong City, he knew he was not comparable to that plainly dressed youth.

Thus, in Wang Zifu’s mind, that boy named Yun Xiao was probably not from an unknown family or sect. If they could use this chance to form a connection with a powerful ally, no one would dare trouble the Wang Family again.

Hearing Wang Zifu’s question, all the Wang Family members, including Wang Yingqi, perked up, hoping to get a definitive answer from Wang Zilang.

"Well... I don’t know either!"

To their surprise, when they were all full of expectation, Wang Zilang looked troubled and said, "At that time, I just pulled Brother Yun Xiao out of the river. As for his background, I have no idea and haven’t asked!"

What Wang Zilang said was true, and hearing this, the Wang Family couldn’t help but feel a bit disappointed, but they didn’t dare to ask Yun Xiao directly, fearing that this might upset him, which would not be worthwhile.

However, little did they know, like Wang Yingqi, that this plainly dressed youth actually came from the Tenglong Continent, and held a mortal enmity with the Emperor Canglong Palace, the top sovereign power of the Nine-layered Dragon Cloud.

If they knew this, would they immediately disassociate themselves from Yun Xiao? After all, the influence of the Emperor Canglong Palace was spread across the entire Nine-layered Dragon Cloud, and a single mistake could lead to the downfall of the entire family.

"Clan Leader, what should be done with this traitor who has betrayed the family?"

Just as everyone was momentarily distracted by Wang Zilang’s words, a voice of inquiry sounded from the side. It turned out to be Wang Yuzhi, the Wang Family Elder who was nearly killed by Wang Yinglong earlier, glaring resentfully at the former Second Family Head.

Once these words were spoken, the Wang Family Patriarch, Wang Yingqi, also turned his gaze towards Wang Yinglong. Looking at his once-blood-related brother, a flicker of heartbreak shone in his eyes.

"Second Brother, at this moment, do you feel even a tinge of regret in your heart?"

Sensing that Wang Yinglong had completely lost his cultivation, the sorrow on Wang Yingqi’s face deepened, and when he asked this question, he saw Wang Yinglong’s expression suddenly become somewhat twisted.

"Humph, it was just your luck, but do you really think you’ve won?"

Wang Yinglong suppressed the searing pain in his lower abdomen elixir field and struggled to stand up. The words he uttered left all Wang Family members in the hall puzzled.

"Yinglong, at this point, what’s the use of being so stubborn? Big Brother promises you that if you admit your mistakes and kneel sincerely at the ancestor’s shrine to seek forgiveness from the family members, we’ll spare your life and let you live peacefully. How about it?"

Wang Yingqi, after all, considered the slight bond of kinship, and he also believed that the Wang family members wouldn’t reject his proposal, especially when Wang Yinglong’s elixir field had been destroyed.

"Hahaha, Wang Yingqi, stop pretending to be magnanimous here. From the moment you were born, you were the heir to the Wang Family Tomb Master. And I? I had to live under your shadow my whole life, so of course, you can pretend to be generous here!"

Wang Yinglong’s state seemed somewhat deranged, but after he spoke, Yun Xiao in the distance had a glimmer of sharpness flash through his eyes.

"He’s stalling for time!"

With Yun Xiao’s intellect, a quick deduction revealed Wang Yinglong’s intentions at this moment. However, with his skills and courage, he did not expose it.

Moreover, Yun Xiao was curious about what ace Wang Yinglong could still have at this moment. Wouldn’t lowering himself to seek forgiveness from his brother be the only way to save his life?

"Truly incorrigible!"

Seeing Wang Yinglong somewhat losing his sanity, Wang Yinglong’s face became even more grim. He then shouted loudly, "Where is the Wang Family Law Enforcement Elder? Seize this traitorous disciple and await punishment!"

It seems that Wang Yingqi was also agitated by his brother’s antics. As soon as he spoke, Wang Yuzhi stepped out from the crowd. He turned out to be the Wang Family Law Enforcement Elder, and a subtle glow flickered in his eyes.

"I’d like to see who dares!"

Seeing Wang Yuzhi, who usually acted subserviently in front of him, truly dare to capture him, Wang Yinglong instinctively shouted, startling many Wang Family elders.

However, the next moment, these elders quickly came back to their senses, many with a smirk on their faces. Wang Yinglong, do you still not realize the current situation?

"Wang Yinglong, see the reality. You are no longer the Second Family Head of the Wang Family, the mighty Lingyun Realm Early Stage expert. You’re just a family outcast with your meridian qi destroyed!"

Previously pressured by Wang Yinglong and almost killed, Wang Yuzhi’s previous hatred welled up at this reversal, making a mockingly sarcastic laugh.

Just as Wang Yuzhi said, regardless of how noble Wang Yinglong’s status or strong his power once was, now he was merely a soon-to-be prisoner.

Conspiring with outsiders for ulterior motives was a capital offense according to the Wang Family’s rules. Without the Patriarch’s orders, Wang Yuzhi, the Law Enforcement Elder, would have executed Wang Yinglong on the spot.

"Surrender peacefully!"

Wang Yuzhi stepped forward again and shouted softly. In truth, at this moment, how could Wang Yinglong muster the strength to resist? It was just a reflex as the Law Enforcement Elder.

"I’d like to see who dares!"

Yet at this moment, another voice echoed, leading everyone to instinctively think it was Wang Yinglong trying to assert his Second Family Head authority. But the next moment revealed something amiss.

When everyone looked over, they saw that at the entrance of the Wang Family Hall, a majestic figure had appeared at some point—their overwhelming aura making everyone’s expressions change dramatically.

Clearly, the previous "I’d like to see who dares" was uttered by this person. Yet, regarding this individual’s appearance, everyone felt unfamiliar. At least, it was certain he wasn’t a Wang family member.

As the outside breeze lifted his robe, revealing a subtle embroidered emblem on his left chest, the onlookers’ hearts churned dramatically.

"Is this... someone from the Emperor Palace?!"