Chapter 2779: and translation of title

Unable to withstand Hong Zun's repeated insistence, this Heavenly Family Elder finally agreed to act as a recommender.

But in his heart he held no hope; even their Heavenly Family had been ruthlessly refused, so what use would going to the Dao One Immortal Sect be?

They won't even give you face.

The two arrived at the formation's sole entrance, where naturally a Heavenly Palace expert stood guard.

Seeing the Heavenly Family people come again, the leading Heavenly Palace expert spoke with some displeasure.

"You guys, why are you coming again? Didn't we just say that before this matter is settled, no one is allowed to enter or leave this royal court?"

It had already been made clear earlier, even the Heavenly Official himself personally came out to explain, which could be said to have given the Heavenly Family full face.

But how little time has passed, and the Heavenly Family people are here again—what do you mean, can't you understand human speech?

He felt somewhat displeased, and his tone was much worse than before.

In response, the Heavenly Family Elder helplessly glanced at Hong Zun, as if saying, 'Look, I told you, but you wouldn't believe me.'

However, Hong Zun showed no reaction; seeing this, the Heavenly Family Elder secretly sighed, then forced himself to step forward and spoke with a smile.

"Fellow Daoist, we didn't come for that matter; this fellow Daoist Hong Zun of the Dao One Immortal Sect wishes to request an audience with the Heavenly Official."

"Dao One Immortal Sect?"

Hearing that, the guard leader looked at Hong Zun with a blank expression, and Hong Zun clasped his hands in salute.

He simply had never heard of the Dao One Immortal Sect—what a backwater sect.

He was about to wave them off, but right now, to save people, several Heavenly Officials are busy to the point of not touching the ground, extremely anxious, with no leisure to see whoever comes.

Recently, many people have wanted to see the Heavenly Official; if everyone got an audience, there would be no time for anything else.

So, without much hesitation, the guard leader wanted to refuse outright.

Fortunately, the Heavenly Family Elder spoke first.

"Please, fellow Daoist, do us a favor; we only ask to meet the Heavenly Official once."

Hearing that, the guard leader hesitated a bit; he had never heard of the Dao One Immortal Sect, but he knew of the Heavenly Family.

The Heavenly Family is the foremost immortal clan of the Immortal Realm, and many of its elders now serve in the Heavenly Palace.

Not to mention Tianhe, the Vice Palace Master, even several who hold the rank of Heavenly Official are among them.

Merely asking for a single meeting with the Heavenly Official, this bit of face should still be given.

So, after a moment's hesitation, the guard leader nodded and said.

"This will be the last time I let you meet; don't come again."

"Okay, thank you, fellow Daoist."

Hearing that, the Heavenly Family Elder clasped his hands in thanks, then helplessly glanced at Hong Zun; the meaning was clear—this was all the Heavenly Family could manage.

Since you insist so much, let you try it yourself; if you hit a wall later, don't blame anyone.

Seeing this, Hong Zun secretly transmitted a note of thanks.

As long as we can meet the person in charge, the rest will depend on his actions.

Immediately, the two waited outside the formation; after the report, one Heavenly Official reluctantly agreed to see Hong Zun and the other.

They were brought into the formation and arrived aboard one of the Heavenly Outside Immortal Vessels.

Inside the cabin, Hong Zun and the other saw one of the Heavenly Officials in charge of the rescue operation.

He saw the other party, somewhat impatient, open his mouth to speak.

"Don't even think about entering the royal court; your Heavenly Family can't help, just go back and wait—don't cause trouble."

Even before they could speak, it was tantamount to blocking the road outright, giving Hong Zun and the Heavenly Family Elder no chance to speak.

In any case, that's how it is; your Heavenly Family can't help, so just don't cause trouble.

Hearing that, the Heavenly Family Elder didn't speak, but instead turned his head to look at Hong Zun.

You've seen the person now; if you want to say something, speak up yourself—I've completed my task.

In response, Hong Zun didn't waste words, stepped forward, clasped his hands, and bowed.

"Senior, you've misunderstood; we don't mean to cause trouble."

"Who are you?"

Hearing that, the Heavenly Official stared for a moment, then asked.

He didn't know Hong Zun, nor had he ever heard of the Dao One Immortal Sect, so the one seeking an audience wasn't the Heavenly Family but this Dao One Immortal Sect.

They simply didn't know him; in response, Hong Zun wasn't annoyed and began to explain.

"Senior, my Dao One Immortal Sect is the sect where Ye Zhangqing resides, coming from the Xia Jie................"

After a brief introduction about the Dao One Immortal Sect, hearing that it was Ye Zhangqing's sect, this Heavenly Official's expression changed for a moment.

After all, he knew Ye Zhangqing; that Chúyì of his was famous beyond the heavens.

However, it was only a fleeting glance; even so, it couldn't change anything.

However, out of respect for Ye Zhangqing's face, the Heavenly Official's tone softened considerably, and he even deigned to explain a few sentences.

"Fellow Daoist Hong, Fellow Daoist Ye Zhangqing is missing; I know you're anxious, and I understand—we feel the same."

"But still, as I said, this matter—even the Heavenly Family can't help, let alone your Dao One Immortal Sect."

"Heed my advice: go back first, wait in peace for news; staying here would only cause delay."

He was still refused, and with a firm attitude; he had thought that coming this far would be the end of it.

But Hong Zun wasn't the least bit anxious; he simply took out a packet of dried rations from his Space Ring, without a word, and spoke directly.

"Senior, this is the dried ration made by Ye Zhangqing; while he's away from the sect, our Dao One Immortal Sect relies on this to get by."

"Although it can't compare to the taste of freshly made food, it absolutely leaves one wanting more."

Huh???

Hearing that, the Heavenly Palace Celestial Official's eyes lit up, his gaze fixed tightly on the dried ration in Hong Zun's hand.

What Ye Zhangqing made? And there's this thing? They've never even heard of it.

The next second, that Heavenly Palace Celestial Official couldn't help but swallow his saliva—how long has it been since he last ate Ye Zhangqing's food? To say he doesn't want it would definitely be a lie.

It's just that there's never been an opportunity; right now this …………………

He took in every change in that Heavenly Palace Celestial Official's expression; Hong Zun grinned, his smile full of self-satisfaction.

"Senior, we are also anxious in our hearts; after all, disciples of this sect have gone missing, you should be able to understand this feeling."

"If senior agrees to let us also join the search, I am willing to bring out a hundred portions of dried rations."

Having said it to this extent, Hong Zun no longer hides it; a hundred portions of dried rations—let us in.

And this time, upon hearing Hong Zun's words, that Heavenly Palace Celestial Official did not immediately refuse.

On the contrary, he appeared torn and hesitant, looking at the dried rations in Hong Zun's hand, and fell silent for a moment.

A hundred portions of dried rations—being able to eat Ye Zhangqing's food, who could refuse that?

As for that Heavenly Family Elder standing aside, he was dumbfounded at this point—he knew what dried rations were.

He had simply forgotten before, and never imagined Hong Zun still had so much stock; his expression was complex, and he thought gloomily.

How could I have forgotten this?