Chapter 2331

Seeing Miao Qianqian looking like she wanted to cry but had no tears, Ye Zhangqing originally still wanted to say more about the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree.

Anyway, this matter can't be kept secret; it's better to speak up voluntarily.

But for now, Ye Zhangqing restrained himself and decided not to continue provoking Miao Qianqian; he would talk about it after resolving the Wugu Holy Insect matter.

Ye Zhangqing didn't bring up the Nine Heavens Treasure Tree again, and the three of them enjoyed their meal.

More accurately, it should be Tianlin who enjoyed the meal, while Miao Qianqian was feeling both pain and pleasure.

Having eaten and drunk their fill, Tianlin laughed and took Miao Qianqian to say goodbye and leave; the three agreed to go to the Wu family tomorrow to settle the Wugu Holy Insect matter.

Ye Zhangqing smiled and nodded in response.

"Ugh...... I'm done for, just one meal got me into this much trouble."

Miao Qianqian didn't know whether it was the wine that made people drunk or people making themselves drunk, or what was going on; she complained in a dazed manner.

After the two left, Ye Zhangqing also returned to his room to rest.

"Going out again?"

The next day, upon learning that Ye Zhangqing was leaving the city again, Bai Hua Xianzi and the other girls felt somewhat resentful.

You just came back a day ago, and you're leaving again?

Ye Zhangqing smiled and said.

"This time I'm just going to the Wu family for a trip; I'll be back in a day or two."

"Then be careful out there."

Ye Zhangqing had important matters, so the girls naturally wouldn't stop him; they merely reminded him to be careful and not overwork himself.

Recently, due to the affairs of the Dao One Immortal Sect, Ye Zhangqing has indeed been busy.

Those girls saw this and did their best to help him share the pressure; although the sect is indeed in a state of myriad neglected affairs awaiting revival, one need not push oneself too hard—take it slow, and there will surely be a day of development and growth.

Facing the girls' concern, Ye Zhangqing smiled and nodded.

After bidding farewell to the girls, Ye Zhangqing, accompanied by Miao Qianqian and Tianlin, set off for the Wu family.

Huang Lao and the Heavenly Family's old ancestor still didn't come along; the Wu family is not far from Thus English: Thus English: Dengtianxiancheng and also lies within the Heavenly Family's sphere of influence.

Moreover, the three of them each had an external incarnation token, so there was no need to worry too much.

After smoothly arriving at the Wu family, Ye Zhangqing went straight there without even visiting the canteen.

Upon hearing that Ye Zhangqing had arrived in person, the Wu family patriarch, the old ancestor, and the numerous elders respectfully welcomed him.

"Greetings, young master."

"No need for much ceremony; this is the Holy Maiden of the Wushen Palace, whom I have specially brought to your Wu family today."

"Holy Maiden of the Wushen Palace?"

Hearing this, the Wu family patriarch and his entourage were dumbfounded on the spot.

They stared at Ye Zhangqing with wide eyes and open mouths, "We just acknowledged you as our master and even swore a heavenly oath—how could you turn around and sell us out?"

"Wasn't this supposed to be secret? Not only did you sell us out, but you even summoned the Wushen Palace Holy Maiden directly?"

The Wu family patriarch's heart sank, fearing that their Wu family might be finished today.

"Young master, how could you........................"

He gritted his teeth and began to speak, but before he could finish, Ye Zhangqing interrupted.

"What are you thinking? I brought the Holy Maiden here precisely to resolve the Wugu Holy Insect matter; keeping it hidden all the time isn't a solution."

"Furthermore, since your Wu family has allied with me, I will naturally help you resolve this."

"This................"

Hearing this, the Wu family members' expressions changed, yet they were equally filled with shock.

"Is the young master here to help them resolve the Wugu Holy Insect matter? But just how is it to be resolved?"

The Wushen Palace strictly forbids the leakage of the Wugu Holy Insect; for the Wu family to do this is clearly a violation of the Wushen Palace's ban.

Before the Wu family could think further, Miao Qianqian spoke up.

"First take me to see that Wugu Holy Insect; if there's no problem, I will consider this Wugu Holy Insect as a gift to your Wu family."

"Huh???"

Upon hearing this, the Wu family members were completely dumbfounded—was this supposed to be a gift to them?

"Can it even be done like this?"

After regaining his composure, the Wu family patriarch glanced at Ye Zhangqing, and seeing him nod, he then respectfully led the three of them to the rear courtyard.

Since the Wugu Holy Insect arrived at the Wu family, it has been secretly raised; ordinarily, aside from the Wu family patriarch, the old ancestor, and the Grand Elder, no one—including the Elder—may come into private contact with it.

The secrecy measures have been carried out to the utmost.

Even when refining the bloodlines of clan descendants, they used magical devices to conceal it, merely claiming the family had found heavenly treasures and earthly riches; many clan members had no idea whatsoever of the existence of this Wugu Holy Insect.

All the way to this hidden chamber, they passed through more than ten formations before reaching it.

After forming hand seals and dispelling the restrictions, they were able to enter the chamber.

The chamber's furnishings are simple: there is only one formation, and a piece of withered wood is placed within it, while the Wugu Holy Insect lives inside that wood.

"Lightning-struck wood—your Wu family has indeed put in considerable effort; have you studied it?"

Seeing this, Miao Qianqian asked; upon hearing her, the Wu family patriarch beside her repeatedly nodded and smiled apologetically.

Immediately, Miao Qianqian stepped forward, had the Wu family patriarch dispel the formation, and then carefully examined the Wugu Holy Insect.

During Miao Qianqian's careful observation, the Wu family patriarch stood respectfully beside Ye Zhangqing and transmitted his anxious inquiry.

"Young master, can it be done?"

Even now, the Wu family patriarch still has no confidence in his heart; can Miao Qianqian agree? This is a Wugu Holy Insect, after all.

Ye Zhangqing smiled and said.

"Rest assured."

After checking and finding nothing wrong, Miao Qianqian turned, came before Ye Zhangqing, and said unhappily.

"All right, it is indeed an ordinary Wugu Holy Worm; as we agreed, I will handle this matter, and the Wushen Palace will not cause trouble for the Wu family."

"However, there is one point: this Wugu Holy Worm, your Wu family must not transfer it to anyone; only your Wu family may keep it. Otherwise, even if Ye Zhangqing is present, I will absolutely not let the Wu family off."

"Yes, yes, thank you, Holy Maiden."

Upon hearing these words, the Wu family head naturally had no hesitation and nodded in agreement.

Their Wu family took such a great risk and secretly kept this Wugu Holy Worm precisely because it has an enormous effect on their Wu family's bloodline power.

Otherwise, how could their Wu family undertake such a dangerous act?

Therefore, it is certainly impossible to give this Wugu Holy Worm to others; their Wu family doesn't even have enough for themselves.

Now, this major matter has finally been resolved; the sword that had been hanging over their heads seems to have dissipated at this moment.

The Wu family head, the Wu family patriarch, and the Grand Elder all felt their bodies lighten and let out a long sigh of relief.

They did not doubt Miao Qianqian's words, for she is the Holy Maiden of the Wushen Palace and can fully represent its will.

Having spoken, it is equivalent to the Wushen Palace having made a decision.

If they go back on their word afterward, they will lose not only their own face but also the prestige of the entire Wushen Palace.

With the matter settled, the Wu family head looked at Ye Zhangqing with mixed feelings, deeply experiencing what power and influence truly mean.

What had made the entire Wu family as jumpy as a startled bird was, in Ye Zhangqing's presence, resolved with just a single sentence.

For this matter, the Wu family had pondered for many years, yet had never managed to resolve it, ah.