Chapter 3662: Tang Chuns Small Gesture

In the Hidden Fog Sect, inner elders had the same status while the core elders were ranked. Not all core elders had the same status.

Tu Feng, the disciple who had come to the Hidden Fog Academy to extend an invitation to Duan Ling Tian join his master, was the disciple of the Hidden Fog Sects second core elder. The second core elders status in the sect was rather high even though he was not the strongest. There were many old core elders in the sect who were known as supreme elders as well, but they were not ranked.

I understand, Duan Ling Tian nodded and said with a smile, Elder Tang Chun, in fact, theres no need for you to explain this matter to me. I understand your situation. After all, from the sects point of view, I cant compare to the Zhong clan.

Upon hearing Duan Ling Tians humble words, Tang Chun shook his head and said knowingly, Duan Ling Tian, you must be joking. I know the Zhong clans sudden change in att.i.tude earlier is definitely because of me. If Im not mistaken, you must have a powerful supporter, right?

In order to pacify Duan Ling Tians anger, Zhong Er, the Second Master of the Zhong clan, was even willing to kill his son. Even a tiger would not devour its cub. For Zhong Er to do something like that, he must be convinced that the consequences of angering Duan Ling Tian were not something the entire Zhong clan could bear. Otherwise, why would he resort to such a drastic measure?

Based on Duan Ling Tians cultivation base, it was clearly not enough to intimidate the Zhong clan. Hence, Tang Chun was certain that Duan Ling Tian had the support of someone strong enough to make the Zhong clan fear him.

Upon hearing these words, Duan Ling Tian only smiled but did not say anything else.

Tang Chun felt he must have guessed correctly after seeing Duan Ling Tians ambiguous reaction.

Previously, Tang Chun had a good impression of Duan Ling Tian, but he did not give Duan Ling Tian any special treatment. However, with this new discovery, he naturally did not dare to neglect Duan Ling Tian. How strong must Duan Ling Tians supporter be to be able to make Zhong Er kill his own son? He felt uneasy when he recalled his earlier actions that must have disappointed Duan Ling Tian.

Although Duan Ling Tian was polite to him, Tang Chun could keenly feel the sense of alienation from Duan Ling Tian. Hence, he tried his best to make up for his earlier mistakes. After all, there were only benefits to forging a good relations.h.i.+p with Duan Ling Tian.

Tang Chun said, However, it seems like they were still determined to kill you even when they knew about your ident.i.ty. They must have cast a Formation that blocks communication. When they confirmed I was an advanced G.o.d, they must have planned to kill two of us. With the Formation, our deaths wouldnt be traced back to them. However, when I revealed my true strength, they must have deactivated the Formation to call for help. That was when the Grand Elder of the Zhong clan, Zhong Tian Qing, sent me a message to ask me to show mercy by promising me benefits. Half of them should belong to you since I wouldnt have gotten them without you.

In other words, Tang Chun was trying to remind Duan Ling Tian that he was mostly alive because of him even if Duan Ling Tian had a powerful supporter. Then, he tried to make amends by offering to share the benefits he would obtain from Zhong Tian Qing with Duan Ling Tian.

Duan Ling Tian naturally understood Tang Chuns meaning. He said with a smile, I wont forget Elder Tang Chun for saving my life. Ill definitely return the favor in the future. However, theres no need to give me half of what Zhong Tian Qing promised you. I believe the Zhong clan will prepare something valuable for me.

Tang Chun no longer persisted once Duan Ling Tian refused him. After all, he was rather reluctant to part with Zhong Tian Qings promised reward as well. Although Duan Ling Tian was not as warm as before, at least Duan Ling Tian did not hold a grudge against him.

Ill slowly mend our relations.h.i.+p after we return to the sect. Its best not to push things too hard now Tang Chun thought to himself. With that, he no longer said anything to Duan Ling Tian.

In the Zhong clans estate.

The Zhong clan was in chaos after Duan Ling Tian left Skywind City for the Hidden Fog Sect.

In the Zhong clans ancestral hall, Zhong Ke Qis corpse was placed on a small white bed. He was surrounded by Zhong Da, Zhong Er, Zhong San, and Zhong Si, the masters of the Zhong clan.

Qier, the clan will never forget your sacrifice. Your selfless act will be recorded in the books. Our clan wouldnt have been able to survive that disaster if it werent for you, Zhong Da said in a low voice as he looked at Zhong Ke Qi. His voice echoed in the hall.

Second brother, Im sorry for your loss, Zhong San said grimly as he patted Zhong Ers shoulder in an attempt to comfort Zhong Er.

Rest a.s.sured. Im fine. Qiers sacrifice isnt in vain. He saved our clan, Zhong Er said. His body trembled as he tried to suppress his emotions.

Second brother, Zhong Da said, Ive activated the Formations in the ancestral hall. No one will be able to hear anything in here no matter how big the commotion is. Theres no need for you to hold back. You can vent your emotions here.

As soon as Zhong Das voice fell, the hem of Zhong Ers robes fluttered as Divine Energy surged violently from his body.

The furniture in the hall shook violently as the Divine Energy raged in the hall.

Then, Zhong Er fell next to Zhong Ke Qis body. His eyes flashed with killing intent as he cried out, Qier, Im sorry I cant avenge you! Im useless!

Zhong Er continued to cry until his voice turned hoa.r.s.e. When he finally calmed down, he said with a smile, Eldest brother, dont worry. Im fine now.

Thats good. Zhong Da patted Zhong Ers shoulder and nodded. We believe Qier understands you. If Qier had a choice, I believe he would sacrifice himself to save our clan as well.

Zhong Er suppressed the bitterness that rose in his heart when he heard these words. No one knew his son better than him. Zhong Ke Qi would never sacrifice himself for the clans sake. Given a chance, Zhong Ke Qi would definitely choose to save himself. This was the reason he had decisively killed his son. He was afraid he would be soft-hearted and unwilling to act if his son had a chance to plead for his life.

Eldest brother, Im fine. The loss of a son can be replaced with another. However, itll be the end if the clan is wiped out, Zhong Er said as he forced a smile on his face, Anyway, Duan Ling Tian is clearly extorting our clan. What kind of gift should we prepare for him?

Zhong Ers expression darkened briefly before it returned to normal.

Zhong Da sighed. Itd be easier if he had told us what he wanted. Ive spoken to the Grand Elder before coming to the ancestral hall. He said to give Duan Ling Tian half of the divine stones, divine artifacts, divine pills, divine fruits, and divine gra.s.s we have. Hes aware of what happened in the Zhou clans auction house and suspects Duan Ling Tian is from an emperor-rank force.

The brothers were reluctant to give Duan Ling Tian half of everything the clan owned but changed their minds immediately when they heard Duan Ling Tian was likely from an emperor-rank force. Losing material possessions was nothing compared to losing their lives.

Eldest brother, I have no objection to that, Zhong San was the first to say.

Me too. Zhong Si nodded.

I trust the Grand Elders judgment, Zhong Er said.

Second brother, the Grand Elder told me to inform you that hell be investigating Duan Ling Tians background after Duan Ling Tian joins the Hidden Fog Sect. Theres nothing we can do if hes really from an emperor-rank force. However, if thats not the case, the Grand Elder will get back whats rightfully ours! Zhong Da said.

Zhong Ers eyes glinted as he said icily, If hes not from a powerful force, Ill personally crush his bones and tear him into pieces!