Chapter 1579 - 807: Noble People
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Following closely behind was an elder dressed in black, his demeanor as calm as water. Further back were two young men also in black, each shoulder adorned with a silver eagle emblem.
Xiao Yunhai took a deep breath, then quickly stepped forward to welcome them. He cupped his fists in greeting, his posture leaning forward as he asked respectfully, "May I ask if you are the four nobles of the Small Sect?"
The young man in front paused, lazily glanced at them, then half-closed his eyes and said, "Hmm, yes, this noble person is Xiao Sect’s Xiao Kuangyun."
Xiao Yunhai’s attitude instantly became more respectful. He devoutly said, "So it is the four nobles, how wonderful! We have been eagerly anticipating your arrival for a long time. Your humble servant is the current clan master of the ’small clan’ of Fuyun City. Behind me are five revered elders of our small family. We are deeply grateful and humbled by the fact that you four distinguished guests have come here for the sake of our small family.
"There’s no need to continue babbling." Xiao Kuangyun’s gaze swept across the five elders. Then he lazily waved his hand: "Let’s go."
"Yes, yes! Please follow me." Xiao Yunhai nodded promptly, then personally led the way back to the Xiao Family.
"I’m afraid I do not recognize this esteemed senior."
"Xiao Moshan," the elder in black replied coldly. His face was expressionless, like a corpse.
Xiao Yunhai dared not speak further, his heart filled with fear. He could discern Xiao Kuangyun’s profound cultivation level, yet he couldn’t sense even a fragment of deep power from Xiao Moshan’s presence. This could either be because Xiao Moshan has never cultivated, which was evidently impossible, or his cultivation level far surpassed Xiao Yunhai’s ability to detect it.
When they arrived back at the small family, a large crowd had already gathered at the entrance. Seeing Xiao Yunhai’s respectful attitude upfront, their hearts quivered. All their gazes fell upon the arrogant young man’s presence, then they stumbled to welcome them.
"May I ask if this is the young master of Xiao Sect?" a middle-aged man with a powerful demeanor asked respectfully at the forefront.
"How are you?" Xiao Kuangyun looked at him through half-open eyes.
"I am the governor of Fuyun City. My humble name is Situ Nan. Upon hearing of the prestigious Xiao Sect noble’s arrival, I came to greet you." Situ Nan’s voice began to tremble, cold sweat dripping down his forehead. As the governor of Fuyun City, he had met many significant figures, but none compared to this young master of the Small Sect. The arrogant young man before him appeared mediocre, but with a single word, he could declare his life or death.
"Your humble servant is Yu Wenba. I have been acquainted with the master of the Small Sect for many years. I came to admire the elegance of the Small Sect’s young master. I also brought a token gift, hoping the young master would accept it." He presented a delicate small jade box.
Xiao Kuangyun glanced at the jade box, then gestured toward one of his attendants. "Take it."
One of his attendants stepped forward immediately, expressionless, taking the jade box into his hand.
Seeing the young master of Xiao Sect accept his gift, Yu Wenba’s face brimmed with happiness. Others hoping to establish a connection with the Small Sect quickly offered their gifts. Xiao Kuangyun accepted them all without refusal. Then, with a sidelong glance, he casually said, "You may withdraw." It’s getting rather late today. If there’s anything else, we can discuss it tomorrow."’
"Right, right! The young Master Xiao has traveled over land and water to get here, he must be exhausted. After Xiao Young Master rests, we will come back tomorrow." Situ Dutou nodded in agreement.
Only then did the crowd disperse.
Xiao Yunhai and the five elders respectfully introduced Xiao Kuangyun to the Xiao Family. Xiao Yunhai said to them, "The four nobles of Xiao Sect have traveled here, you must be weary. Would you like to rest first? An elegant residence has been prepared for you."
"There’s no need, my Divine Body is quite weak." Xiao Kuangyun’s lips curled disdainfully, glancing at the Xiao Clan with undisguised contempt. Then he said without enthusiasm, "If not for Elder Xiao Zheng’s passing, I wouldn’t even know such a place existed. I heard that the ancestor of this place was a piece of trash expelled by our Small Sect. Regardless, however trashy, it’s still a member of the Small Sect. Even if he’s unwanted trash by the Small Sect, he can still become a master in such a place. To have developed so well over so many years, it’s not bad."
"Yes, yes. Thank you for Master Xiao’s praise."
Despite Xiao Kuangyun’s blatant scorn and disdain, Xiao Yunhai still nodded in thanks. How could he dare to retort?
"Death is indeed significant. The reason I’m here is also to fulfill Elder Xiao Zheng’s last wish. We clearly outlined our purpose in the letter to you. Tomorrow morning, gather everyone in your household in this courtyard. Not a single one should be missing. I will personally select someone to bring back to Xiao Sect with us." After the last sentence, Xiao Kuangyun raised his chin, as if announcing from the heavens.
"Yes! Tomorrow morning, everyone in the small family will gather here. I guarantee no one will be missing." Xiao Yunhai promptly assured.