Chapter 2307: Chapter 2306: Renowned Families Intervene

Li Yuanfang and Di Renying led the carriage in front, bringing Long Fei and his group to the entrance of Wu Chengzong.

Long Fei instructed the two men, "Brothers, you are officials. It’s unsuitable for you to stay here. I will remember your kindness. Let’s find a chance to drink together later."

The two raised their fists and shouted, "Big brother, we aren’t afraid."

"Yeah, we’re staying to help you."

The two stood straight, neither moving a step.

Long Fei said, "This matter is between me and Wu Chengzong, and doesn’t involve you. I alone am enough to handle him. You should step back."

Princess Taihua also urged, "Master is right, if you help here, my mother will definitely punish you."

The two furrowed their brows, said no more, and bid farewell with fists cupped.

All along the way, cultivators from Chang’an Academy surrounded them, curious if Long Fei truly dared to wipe out the entire Wu Chengzong household.

Wu Chengzong’s father was, after all, the Empress Wu’s full brother.

If Long Fei does so, the Empress Wu would be the first to disagree.

The Wu Family Mansion was situated in a bustling area of East Market, built very lavishly, three to four times larger than Princess Taihua’s residence.

In the mansion, there was even a lake connected to East Lake of Chang’an, where one could leisurely boat around.

The streets surrounding the mansion were all Wu Family’s properties.

Just the rental income alone ensured the Wu Family wouldn’t worry about food and clothing for ten generations.

The little servant at Wu Family’s door saw Long Fei and hurriedly shut the door to report to Wu Chengzong’s father.

Inside the mansion, over ten thousand loose cultivators recruited by Wu Chengzong had already drawn their magical weapons, awaiting Long Fei.

Someone shouted angrily, "This kid actually came alone, truly doesn’t take us seriously."

"That’s right, if he dares to come in, I’ll definitely flay him alive."

Someone comforted Wu Chengzong’s father, "Old Master, rest assured, if he dares to come, I’ll make sure he enters but never leaves."

The Wu Family’s old master was sweating nervously, forcing courage by saying, "I am the Empress’s brother. Can this strong man possibly wipe out our entire Wu Family? I’d like to see him try."

The cultivators all agreed, knowing Long Fei’s reputation but knowing this was the Wu family, backed by Empress Wu, selling their presence to buy favor from the Wu Family.

In the Daming Palace, Empress Wu had originally prepared to visit Wu Family to support Wu Chengzong.

Unexpectedly, urgent news from South Yangtze reported Prince Wuu Li Shixian’s rebellion.

His banner declared driving out the Wu Family, restoring Tang Dynasty, rectifying the court.

The target was Empress Wu directly.

Various Li princes rallied in clouds from everywhere, all sending troops to join Prince Wuu.

Empress Wu, upon hearing this news, was on the brink of madness.

To think her own son would oppose her in the South Yangtze.

Moreover, the Eagle Eye Guards had no inkling of his movements.

She had no time to attend to Wu Chengzong, ordering him to return home.

She instructed Su Wan’er to gather ministers for an immediate court meeting.

Wu Chengzong learned of Li Shixian’s rebellion and was equally panicked.

He took leave of the Empress, rushed back home, thinking to hide elsewhere for some time.

On the way, he encountered the mansion’s servant reporting Long Fei’s presence outside the Wu Family mansion.

Wu Chengzong cried out in shock, "That kid actually dared to come!"

He lost his nerve, hesitated to return.

The servant urgently called, "Young Master, the old master cannot handle those loose cultivators alone! Only your return can muster them against the enemy."

"They’re reliable?"

Wu Chengzong cursed, causing the ten loose cultivator masters behind him to furrow their brows.

An old man told Wu Chengzong, "We have some skill, but we’re not here just for show. Lead us back, we’ll help resolve this cause and effect."

Someone advised, "Listen to Elder Jiang, he has the Jiang Family Hou Tu Banner, impervious to all laws. I see this kid is only at Void Insight Realm, he’s no match for us. He boasts of Ci’en Pagoda’s force from Chang’an Academy. Out here, he’s just a slightly stronger ant."

An elder stated, "Just remember your promise, once we capture this kid, you will grant us the Nine Dragons Command Token."

Confidence reflected on their faces, boosting Wu Chengzong’s morale.

He thought, if he fled now, he’d become a laughingstock in the court.

Wu Chengzong boldly declared, "Rest assured, I, Wu Chengzong, never go back on my word. Help me take down this kid, and I will fulfill my promise." 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

The ten senior loose cultivator masters nodded, encouraging Wu Chengzong to return daringly.

They entered from the back gate, revitalizing the wavering loose cultivators.

Wu Chengzong first met with his father, then encouraged the loose cultivators, "Fellow Daoists, today is a major catastrophe for my Wu Family Mansion. If you help my Wu Family through this crisis, I, Wu Chengzong, promise great rewards, including official positions or noble titles."

"Victory!"

"Victory!"

"Victory!"

"..."

The loose cultivators erupted with energy, raising their arms in high spirits, shaking the mansion.

They were encouraged not by Wu Chengzong’s words but by the ten senior figures he brought back from the loose cultivator realm.

Seeing Long Fei hesitate to act, while possessing strong forces, Wu Chengzong confidently led the ten senior cultivators to the gate tower.

Up there, he saw Long Fei sitting cross-legged outside, with Wang Xiaoya and Princess Taihua standing beside him.

Wu Chengzong was filled with jealousy, thinking of killing the kid and seizing the two women.

He shouted at Long Fei outside the gate, "Hey, you reckless fool. I merely teased your wife, and you’re threatening to annihilate my family. Come, show me. I promise to care for your wife if you’re dead."

The ten senior cultivators behind him frowned, thinking this kid was bold with them backing him.

He had been too scared to return earlier, but with their support, now he’s audacious.

An elder stepped forward, cupped fist at Long Fei, "Fellow Daoist Long, I am Jiang Hong, an elder of East Sea Jiang Family. We are cultivators, originally moving beyond the mundane. Why quarrel with worldly people? This mansion harbors the weak and old. If you truly wish to annihilate this family, aren’t you afraid of karmic repercussions?"

"I am Ji Mingde, an elder of Ji Family of Ji Shui. Give me face, retreat quickly today. I guarantee future assistance if you face difficulties, without fail."

Someone raised a hand, shouting, "Youngster, though your cultivation isn’t shallow, I advise you leave early. We, the Peach Valley Three Immortals, are here, won’t tolerate your audacity."

Three brothers, cultivating in Peach Valley of Qinling not far from Chang’an City, all were Human Immortal freaks.

An elder softly spoke, "We are the Three Elders of Guandong, from Changbai Mountain. Today, we assist Wu Young Master. If you’re wise, leave immediately, or we’ll cut you down."

An elder laughed heartily, "You’re quite esteemed, drawing ten senior loose cultivators to speak up for you. As the saying goes, leave some room in life, for more encounters. Your aggressive stance reveals too much sharpness. I, Murong Chang of Murong Family in Gusu, advise caution not to ruin your future."

"We are the Two Immortals of Southern Ridge, recently arrived in the Capital City. We are committed to helping Wu Young Master today. Young man, don’t be overly arrogant. It’s a mere joke with your wife, need you seek lives for such trivial matters!"

The various elders introduced themselves, all from renowned backgrounds, acclaimed loose cultivators, prompting discussions among the cultivators.

Without their introductions, many wouldn’t recognize their distinguished origins.