Chapter 429: Hong Village Settlement

The wealth that the entire Jin family could produce,

Cheng Feng, who has long since changed from what he once was, naturally does not look upon it.

The Hong Sect currently has two shortcomings.

One is the lack of a diverse variety of Martial Dao techniques.

Another is the thin defensive weapon equipment.

After living in Heimu Prefecture for a period of time, Cheng Feng already understood

the reason why the Great Zhou can settle the world in this prosperous age of Martial Dao.

Being able to reach the legendary Innate Martial Dao goes without saying.

More of it is the tide-like Ordinary Martial Artists and the complementary armor.

Privately hoarding armor results in the extermination of one's three clans.

This was a strictly prohibited matter that shook the world during the early Great Zhou.

Now that the Great Zhou is in imminent danger and the rebels can wear armor, Cheng Feng naturally also needs some protection for his own safety.

Having a Sword and not using it is one thing, but having no Sword to use is another.

It just so happens that the Jin family can make up for his shortcomings.

As for mere beauty,

it is merely an embellishment to carry along.

If there is none, it is no matter.

If there is, it is better.

How many beauties are there in the world!!!

If this family won't do, there is still the next family.

Having obtained Cheng Feng's promise,

after Jin Ying obtained Cheng Feng's promise, the taut string in her heart relaxed slightly.

A man like Cheng Feng would never be easily swayed by emotions.

What he values must be the practical assistance the Jin family can bring.

Cheng Feng stood in the courtyard, looking into the distance, his mind pondering exactly how many urgent matters the Jin family could resolve for him.

Jin Ying walked slowly to his side and said softly, "Senior Brother Cheng, now that we are already like this, my Jin family will certainly go all out to assist Senior Brother in achieving a great cause."

Cheng Feng turned his head slightly, his gaze falling on Jin Ying, and a faint smile curled at the corners of his mouth: "Junior Sister, rest assured, I, Cheng Feng, have always kept my word. It is just that these subsequent matters still require us to plan carefully."

Jin Ying nodded and said, "Senior Brother's words are very true. Although my Jin family's wealth cannot compare to the past, we still have some ancestral remnant copies of Martial Dao techniques. Although they are not top-tier, they can be studied by Hong Sect disciples, and perhaps they can be of help in improving everyone's Martial Dao level."

A trace of satisfaction flashed in Cheng Feng's eyes.

Sensible!!!

He was just worrying that the Hong Sect lacked a diverse variety of Martial Dao techniques; this news brought by Jin Ying was undoubtedly timely help.

"Junior Sister, is this true? If there really are these remnant copies of Martial Dao techniques, then for my Hong Sect, it is a tremendous help."

Jin Ying smiled slightly and said, "Naturally it is true. My Jin family's ancestors were also a Martial Dao family. Although we later gradually turned to business, these Martial Dao inheritances have always been preserved. It is just that the situation is critical now, so Senior Brother may take them as you please."

Cheng Feng stepped forward, took Jin Ying's hand, and said, "Junior Sister is deep in righteousness; I, Cheng Feng, will certainly not let down this sentiment."

Jin Ying's cheeks flushed slightly; she gently withdrew her hand and said, "Senior Brother need not be so polite. Since we are already like this, we are people on the same boat. But as for the current matter of settlement, does Senior Brother have any plans?"

Cheng Feng smiled confidently: "Junior Sister, rest assured, I have my own arrangements."

Resting until that night,

Cheng Feng confirmed from Taiyang Hao that the Red Lotus Rebels were rioting and reveling in the city.

"Depart, immediately."

Taking advantage of the night, Cheng Feng headed straight for Hong Village.

That place was the final retreat Cheng Feng had arranged.

The Hong Sect disciples were numerous.

Although Taiyang Hao could fly, how many people could it save?

Even if there would sooner or later be a bloody battle, Cheng Feng still hoped the time would come later.

Having more preparation is always good.

On the outskirts of Hong Village,

countless small snakes flicked their tongues.

The giant black snake with human-sized pupils coiled like a mountain, digesting the prey it had swallowed in the mountain ridges.

Sensing that familiar aura in its soul,

its massive body slithered toward the familiar aura with a boom.

Among Cheng Feng's group, all those who were able to run out possessed Martial Dao.

Even though the mountain roads were rugged and winding, they were still far stronger than Ordinary people.

Wang Tieshan looked at the silent mountain ahead: "Little Feng, is there really a retreat for us here?"

Cheng Feng looked at the terrain by the night light and said firmly: "Master, rest assured, let's settle down here first.

Those who want to go out can send people to scout for information first.

We can also go out after the situation stabilizes."

Perhaps because Cheng Feng was gentle, Jin Ying also considered herself one of his own, and she spoke up: "Senior Brother, how much further?"

Cheng Feng reassured her: "Soon, soon."

The people following behind looked at the vast mountains.

Some were bustling and began to complain.

Cheng Feng ignored it all.

Once they reached the destination, there would be no need to keep those who could not see the situation clearly.

Some people in the crowd were already feeling a bit of regret.

"Cheng Sect Master, how much longer until we arrive?"

"Cheng Sect Master, it's about time; we could rest here for a while."

"Yes, yes, my brother here is severely injured; if we keep walking, I'm afraid that..."

Cheng Feng listened to the waves of complaints coming from behind him, his brows furrowed slightly, but he did not speak, merely quickening his pace.

Seeing this, Jin Ying gently tugged on Cheng Feng's sleeve and whispered, "Senior Brother, some of them likely cannot hold on any longer. If things continue like this, I fear there will be trouble."

Cheng Feng's gaze was firm as he replied softly, "Junior Sister, now is not the time for soft-heartedness. Our journey is of great importance; if we lose our footing here because of a few people's complaints, all the preparations made previously will be in vain. We shall make arrangements once we reach the destination."

Jin Ying nodded slightly, said no more, and simply followed silently behind Cheng Feng.

Wang Tieshan looked at Cheng Feng's resolute back and sighed in admiration to himself; this lad was increasingly showing the demeanor of a leader. In this chaotic world, only with such decisiveness could one lead everyone to find a glimmer of survival.

As they delved deeper into the mountains, the surrounding atmosphere became increasingly oppressive.

Those small snakes continued to weave through the surroundings, occasionally emitting hissing sounds as if warning this group of uninvited guests.

"Xiao Feng, this place has an eerie vibe; can we really settle down here?" Wang Tieshan could not help but ask again.

Cheng Feng patted Wang Tieshan's shoulder and said, "Master, this is a retreat I carefully selected. Although there is danger, as long as we handle it carefully, we will certainly be safe. Moreover, the terrain here is hidden, and the Red Lotus Rebels will not be able to find us for a while."

As the sensation in his soul drew closer and closer,

A massive figure flickered in and out of sight in the deep forest, approaching rapidly.

"Look quickly, what is in the deep forest?"

"So, so massive..."

The fellow travelers who had just been complaining all had their expressions change drastically.

"Run! There's a fierce beast!"

As soon as the massive snake head appeared, the surroundings immediately fell into chaos. The crowd, already full of complaints and exhausted, was now panicked and fleeing in all directions.

Some were so frightened they collapsed to the ground, lacking the strength to even stand up; others ran back regardless of everything, completely forgetting Cheng Feng's previous instructions.

Cheng Feng's gaze sharpened, and he shouted, "Don't panic! What are you panicking about!" His voice was steady and powerful, acting like a stabilizing force in the chaotic scene, causing a portion of the people to calm down slightly.

Wang Tieshan gripped the broadsword in his hand, stood beside Cheng Feng, and watched the giant snake vigilantly, saying, "Xiao Feng, this snake doesn't look simple; we must be careful."

Although Jin Ying's face was somewhat pale, she suppressed her fear, stood behind Cheng Feng, and said, "Senior Brother, was this snake attracted by us?"

Cheng Feng did not speak.

The giant snake slowly slithered out from the deep forest; its body was astonishingly massive, and every scale shimmered with a cold, eerie light, as if forged from steel.

Its eyes were like two giant lanterns, emitting a bloodthirsty glow as they stared fixedly at Cheng Feng and the others.

The crowd was horrified.

Only Cheng Feng remained as motionless as a mountain.

Watching the snake head slowly lower,

Cheng Feng laughed, "Da Hei, you've changed quite a bit!"