Martial Arts Escort System: I Got A Maxed Level Divine Technique From The Beginning

During their time in Xizhou, they didn’t entirely focus on plotting against the Jinglong Association.

They also familiarized themselves with the surrounding circumstances.

They knew these three individuals before them had significant backgrounds.

Heavenly Fate Valley and Ou Family Palace, though not part of the Eight Sects and Nine Peaks, were prominent forces in their own rights.

However, the Heavenly Fate Valley had few disciples traveling Jianghu, and its renowned Absolute Skill named "Tian wen jiu zhang" was more known by name than seen in practice.

The Ou Family Palace was different.

This family seemed to have strong female members and weak male members.

In its early years, it boasted many experts, but later, whether due to offending someone or some taboo, the number of male members dwindled.

Currently, there remains only one heir, who is frail and often ill.

He was carefully protected from the storms of Jianghu life from a young age.

As a result, all matters within the fortress were managed by women.

Nowadays, the title of fortress Lord is nominally given to that young Master, but in reality, it is his grandmother, Old Lady Ou, who handles everything.

This old woman before their eyes.

But as for the last one, Zhu Baiwan, his name is unknown in Jianghu, and his exact origins are unclear.

With the arrival of these three, the atmosphere within the hall immediately became much livelier than just now.

Upon a brief exchange, everyone realized they shared the same purpose.

They all intended to visit the Imperial Court Mountain’s Weiyang Palace, to attend the young hall master’s coming-of-age ceremony.

According to them, they didn’t travel together.

They met along the way, seeking shelter from a storm, and coincidentally ended up in the same place.

"It’s rumored that this tribute holds other mysteries. I wonder if anyone has heard about it?"

In their conversation, Zhang Meng suddenly spoke, his eyes sweeping over everyone.

Xing Hao and Xing Zhan exchanged glances.

Apparently, they hadn’t heard of it.

Lu Ren lowered his head, not letting anyone see his expression.

Chen Dinghai chuckled:

"Our trip is merely to deliver something for the Tianjing Sect; we don’t dare to disturb the young hall master’s coming-of-age ceremony.

"I haven’t heard of what Brother Zhang is speaking about."

Zhang Meng had initiated the topic, but no one picked it up, leaving him feeling a bit bored, when Zhu Baiwan suddenly spoke with a smile:

"Master Zhuge, with his word of gold, promised that among the tributes, the eight that satisfy the young hall master the most could receive a promise from the Jinglong Hall.

"As long as it’s something the Jinglong Hall can do, regardless of what it is... Master Zhuge will agree!"

"What?"

Xing Hao suddenly raised his head:

"Is that true?"

Zhu Baiwan nodded lightly:

"The name of the Eight Sects and Nine Peaks has been renowned in Jianghu for years.

"Jinglong Hall stands above all, suppressing the Eight Sects and Nine Peaks with the power of one hall.

"Their promise signifies... Surely, everyone understands, right?"

These words caused the atmosphere within the hall to become awkward.

Lu Ren pondered for a while, then suddenly stood up and yawned, saying:

"Well... After such a long journey, I’m quite tired, so I’ll take my leave for now."

"Hold on."

Zhang Meng smiled:

"It seems that this gentleman is quite unfamiliar. Jia Family... I’ve never heard of it.

"But since you could obtain an invitation from Jinglong Hall, your skills must be extraordinary.

"Yet this makes it even more puzzling.

"With such skills, how could you be unknown?

"Brother Jia, claiming to be Jia Ming... could it be, truly a false name?"

"Hmm?"

Lu Ren abruptly looked up at Zhang Meng:

"What does Brother Zhang mean by this?"

"Hahaha."

Zhang Meng waved his hand lightly:

"It’s nothing, just a casual remark.

"Don’t take it to heart, Brother Jia."

At this moment, Old Lady Ou also spoke:

"This journey likely won’t be peaceful, among so many people, only eight are chosen.

"I fear those with ulterior motives might seize others’ treasures to present.

"Once selected, with Jinglong Hall’s protection, even if robbed or killed, no one would dare seek vengeance."

These words made Lu Ren’s expression extremely grim.

They seemed to position him as one of those with ulterior motives.

He wasn’t afraid of others.

He only worried that Chen Dinghai would become suspicious of him.

He harbored significant ambitions for this journey to the Imperial Court Mountain.

If chaos ensued here, the subsequent matters would become unpredictable.

If a conflict arose prematurely with Chen Dinghai and the others, it would be even more disastrous.

Thinking of this, he couldn’t help but glance at Chen Dinghai.

Seeing him remain unfazed, his heart couldn’t help but start pounding.

Not knowing whether he was unmoved or had other thoughts.

He was about to say something.

But suddenly saw Zhang Meng look at Xing Hao:

"Master Xing, I’ve long admired the name of the Mad Blade but have always been unfortunate not to meet.

"Meeting today truly brings immense joy.

"I’ve always heard of the Xing Family’s Twelve Way Fierce Wind Blade Technique, unique and world-renowned as an Absolute Skill.

"I wonder if I might have the honor to receive some guidance from Master Xing?"

"Oh?"

Xing Hao’s eyes narrowed slightly:

"Brother Zhang, blades and swords are blind, we in Jianghu meet with no past grievances, no recent enmity, so why resort to such confrontation?"

"Ah... I was just excited by my interest."

Zhang Meng slapped his forehead:

"Since Master Xing is unwilling, I dare not insist.

"However, I once heard something, and upon meeting Master Xing today, I wish to ask for clarification."

"What is it?"

Xing Hao’s voice was cold.

Ever since Zhang Meng mentioned Zhuge Qianqiu’s promise, in their words, there seemed to be subtle provocations.

Which greatly displeased Xing Hao.

At this moment, Zhang Meng smiled slightly:

"I heard that Master Xing’s right hand is missing four fingers. I wonder... is it true or not?"

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