Chapter 238: Farewell, Jiangnan King

Two hours later, the helicopter steadily landed on a helipad outside Xiangcheng.

When the hatch opened, Miao Linfeng stepped out first; her curvaceous figure and composed demeanor drew everyone's eyes the moment she touched the ground.

At the far end of the helipad, two elderly men in blue robes waited with smiling eyes.

The one on the left, slightly plump with a genial smile, was Qin Bin, the Grand Elder of the Qin Family.

The slender man on the right was Qin Kuo Dong, the Third Elder of the Qin Family.

"Miao Elder, you've had a hard journey!"

Qin Bin hurried forward, smiling, clasped his fists in salute, his tone warm.

"I didn't expect it to be Miao Elder herself descending; it seems this time Yitian Pavilion's claim on the Wu Zun Ruins is truly a sure thing."

Miao Linfeng returned the salute without deference or arrogance, a faint hint of sarcasm curling at the corner of her mouth.

"There's no choice; Yitian Pavilion isn't a millennial great clan like the Qin Family. Opportunities for the Wu Zun Ruins to appear in the world are a Hundred‑year rarity, so we must spare no effort and cannot afford any slack."

She paused, then shifted her tone.

"I wonder if the people from the other families have all arrived?"

Qin Bin's smile remained unchanged, as if he hadn't caught the subtext of her words.

"Except for the farthest Qingxiao Sect and Lingnan Sword Sect, which were delayed on the road and will need about half a day more, the Hidden Dragon Clan, North Sea Mo Family, and several other families have already arrived."

At this point, he let out a sigh of emotion,

"The top ten hidden factions have gathered nearly thirty Grand Masters; such a lineup hasn't been seen across the entire jianghu for many years."

"Hmph, if the Qin Family weren't so willing to share, we probably couldn't assemble such a large formation."

Miao Linfeng let out a cold snort at his words.

Everyone present knew that the Wu Zun Ruins were first stumbled upon unintentionally by people from Yitian Pavilion.

Yitian Pavilion had intended to explore alone, but the Qin Family, leveraging their status as a hidden great clan native to Xiangcheng, forcibly intervened and deliberately leaked the news of the Ruins' emergence, drawing in other factions.

They turned a solo venture into a communal feast, so Miao Linfeng naturally had no pleasant expression toward the Qin Family.

Qin Bin naturally knew the source of her anger, yet pretended to be cheerful.

"Miao Elder, you're being facetious; the Wu Zun Ruins are a worldly opportunity that should be shared with all cultivators. Moreover, the Ruins are extremely perilous; with many people, the strength is greater and provides an extra layer of security."

Of course, he didn't want to provoke a ruthless person like Miao Linfeng, so he quickly changed his tone.

"Everyone has traveled a long way and is indeed weary; please come to Qin Manor to rest well. Once the Taoist friends from Qingxiao Sect and Lingnan Sword Sect arrive, we'll discuss, and the Wu Zun Ruins can be opened in a few days!"

Miao Linfeng was angry inside, but she was not an unreasonable troublemaker.

She also knew it wasn't the time for quibbling, so she nodded.

"Since Elder Qin extends such a warm invitation, we shall accept it graciously."

Having said that, she was the first to walk toward the convoy outside the helipad.

Qin Bin and Qin Kuo Dong hurriedly followed, greeting everyone warmly.

Outside the helipad, a dozen black luxury sedans were already parked.

The group split among several sedans, heading toward the small town where the Qin Family resided.

The cars traveled for about half an hour before entering an antiquated small town.

The town's streets were paved with Green Stone Slabs, and the houses on both sides were quaint, old‑style buildings.

Along the road, many Qin Family members in uniform stopped to salute the passing convoy, their expressions respectful.

"Wow, the Qin Family is really impressive; the whole town belongs to them?"

Looking at the scene outside the window, Long Bad Dao couldn't help but click his tongue.

"The Qin Family is a hidden noble house with a thousand‑year legacy; its foundation is deep. This town is indeed the Qin ancestral land, and the townsfolk are either Qin clan members or branches attached to them. In the Xiangcheng area, the Qin Family's influence is immense."

While speaking, the convoy had already arrived in front of the Qin Family Manor's main gate.

A massive vermilion gate towered before them, standing over ten meters tall.

The car passed through the gate and entered the interior of the manor.

The manor's scale was even more astonishing; inside were pavilions, towers, small bridges over flowing water, artificial hills and lakes—everything, like a miniature palace.

"The depth of the Qin Family truly lives up to its reputation."

Xu Congyang couldn't help but sigh, a hint of envy flashing in his eyes.

With his talent, had he been born into such a family, he would likely have already transcended mortal limits.

The convoy finally stopped in front of a grand reception hall.

After disembarking, the group, led by Qin Bin and Qin Kuo Dong, entered the reception hall.

At that moment, several people were already seated in the hall, chatting in small groups.

When Miao Linfeng and the others entered, everyone halted their conversation and turned their gazes toward them.

"Miao Elder has arrived!"

"Xu Fengong is also here! And Long Bad Dao—how did this fellow come along with Yitian Pavilion?"

"Who is this? I've never seen him before."

Voices of discussion rose and fell, many people curiously sizing up Jiang Feng.

At that moment, a stern‑looking middle‑aged man rose from the main seat and hurried forward to greet them.

"Miao Elder, Xu Fengong, you've had a hard journey! Welcome everyone to Qin Manor!"

The man was Family Head Qin, Qin Kuo Hai.

"Family Head Qin, you're being modest."

Miao Linfeng clasped her fists in return.

Qin Kuo Hai greeted everyone with overflowing enthusiasm.

"Please have a seat, the tea is ready; feel free to relax, no need to be formal."

Jiang Feng has never been interested in such socializing, and does not know the other people present, so he finds a corner seat and sits down.

Long Bad Dao also sits beside him, leans close to his ear, and quietly introduces the people present.

"Old Jiang, look at those sitting over there, they are people from our Long Family, and the one leading them is my great‑grandfather, the Long Jia Da Chang Lao."

"And over there, the ones in black clothes are people from the North Sea Mo Family."

"And those other families…"

Jiang Feng nods slightly, listening here and there.

Most of the hidden Faction present have known each other for years, are fairly familiar, and speak without any restraint.

Moreover, Qin Kuo Hai deliberately stirs the atmosphere, so the ambience in the reception hall Gradually becomes lively.

At that moment, a loud voice suddenly comes from outside the reception hall.

"Jiangnan Wang has arrived!"

"Hmm?"

The moment those words were spoken, the reception hall fell silent instantly, and everyone was stunned.

How could Jiangnan Wang be here?

Exploring the Wu Zun Ruins has always been the business of hidden cultivation Faction; worldly nobles rarely take part, let alone a big figure like Jiangnan Wang.

"Why is Jiangnan Wang here? What excitement is he joining?"

Long Bad Dao says quietly, his face full of confusion.

"Could he also want Minute a cup of Wu Zun Ruins broth?"

Jiang Feng's eyebrows knit slightly, and he feels a bit puzzled.

Just as everyone is puzzled, Qin Kuo Hai's face broke into a bright Laughter.

"Everyone, you may not know, Prince Jiangnan and the young lady Wanqing fell in love at first sight, have long set a marriage contract, and are now family."

So that's it!

Everyone suddenly understands; no wonder Jiangnan Wang came here, it was because of Qin Family's prestige.

Many people's gazes toward Qin Kuo Hai changed.

Although Jiangnan Wang does not wield great power, he is still royalty; this marriage is undoubtedly a strong alliance.

From now on in the Jiangnan area, probably no one can shake their position.

While speaking, Jiangnan Wang leads the group into the reception hall.

As soon as he steps into the reception hall, his Foot suddenly halted, and the Laughter on his face vanished instantly.

"Jiang Feng, why are you here!"