Chapter 484

Bai Ze?

It was evident that Hu Li's third brother possessed an extraordinary bloodline.

Jiang Daoxuan's face immediately revealed an expression of "as expected."

These three brothers were indeed all extraordinary!

He then couldn't help feeling curious about the wandering second brother, Lu Li.

I wonder what kind of divine bloodline he possesses?

Jiang Daoxuan shook his head and cast these scattered thoughts out of his mind.

He turned to the others, preparing to say something.

But just then.

The system's pleasant notification suddenly sounded.

【Ding~ Detected Hu Li and Yang Li, two brothers. Family hidden quest triggered: Brotherly Bond】

【Accept Hu Li, Lu Li, and Yang Li as brothers. You may choose whether to bind them as Clan Guardian Beasts. Upon successful binding, the three beasts will gain the Jiang family's fortune boost, causing their cultivation speed to surge.....】

【Quest reward: One mysterious big gift pack!】

【Quest deadline: One hundred thousand years】

After reading the quest description.

Jiang Daoxuan was momentarily surprised.

Even he had never imagined that recruiting these three brothers would trigger a family quest.

Not to mention this family quest could make them Jiang Clan's Guardian Beasts.

As far as he knew, only Xiao Bai currently had the qualifications to become a Guardian Beast.

Yet these three brothers also possessed such potential.

Yet, upon remembering that Hu Li and Yang Li carried White Tiger and Bai Ze bloodlines.

He suddenly understood.

He also became even more certain that Lu Li, the second brother, must have extraordinary talent!

Facing this unexpected windfall.

Jiang Daoxuan's mood improved considerably.

He slowly turned his gaze toward Gu Zheng.

Seeing the man's uneasy, stiff demeanor.

Jiang Daoxuan chuckled lightly: "Speak up. What did Qin Wang send you here for?"

"Is this about avenging Sima Nan?"

As his words ended.

Though his tone was calm, a powerful aura subtly radiated forth.

Gu Zheng's heart trembled; he felt his throat dry and his nerves taut with tension.

Along this journey, after witnessing the Jiang family's many strange phenomena.

He understood this place was perilous and only wished to leave quickly—how could he foolishly demand justice from the Jiang family?

Fearing misunderstanding, he hastily bowed and explained: "Elder Jiang, you misunderstand. The Sima family has long ignored imperial court orders; many in the court already harbor resentment toward them..."

"Given their ancestors' meritorious service, the court finds it difficult to act, lest it cause others to fear they'll be next and spark unrest in other regions."

"Thus, the court has always chosen to turn a blind eye."

"But now, Sima Nan has perished at your hands—this has rid us of a great menace, and he deserved this fate."

"So we're delighted he's dead. Why would we risk offending you to avenge an insignificant corpse?"

Jiang Daoxuan smiled noncommittally: "I hope so."

Just then.

Hu Li stared at the magic treasure reins on his third brother's body.

Unable to bear his brother's suffering, he roared at Gu Zheng: "Quickly release my third brother!"

As soon as he spoke.

Gu Zheng instinctively felt displeased.

He had gone to great lengths to capture this Sun Wheel mount—how could he willingly let it go?

The next moment, Wang Tong, seeing an opportunity to shine, seized the chance.

He sneered and unleashed a Ten Thousand Manifestations aura: "This beast knows my brother Hu Li. Young man, I advise you not to be foolish!"

"Don't let momentary anger drive you to make a life-threatening mistake!"

Having joined the Cangwu Jiang Clan and standing on the same side as Hu Li.

He naturally had to seize this chance to show his goodwill.

Seeing this, Hu Li turned to Wang Tong, his eyes filled with gratitude.

He silently thought: This old man is actually quite decent.

Meanwhile.

On the other side.

Seeing this Ten Thousand Manifestations elder step forward to pressure him.

Though Gu Zheng was filled with unwillingness, he could only reluctantly give up.

He understood the wisdom: a wise man doesn't fight when outmatched; as long as the green mountains remain, firewood will never run out.

With visible reluctance, Gu Zheng retracted the magic treasure reins and freed Yang Li.

As soon as Yang Li broke free, he could no longer contain his joy and dashed straight to Hu Li's side, displaying a touching display of brotherly affection.