The old man couldn't help but reveal a wry smile, saying, "If this has something to do with the Jin family, then this might indeed become problematic."

At this point, Hong Qiang showed some defiance and said, "So what? Ultimately, our Hong family is the one at a loss! The Jin family benefits, do they dare to flaunt it?"

"I'm afraid someone will try to take advantage of this situation", the old man said softly, "It's a critical time now!"

A murderous glint flashed in Hong Qiang's eyes. After a while, he took a deep breath then ordered gruffly, "Someone, come!"

...…

In the inn's room, a man and a chicken stood eyeing each other somewhat farcically.

After a while, the rooster said, "Kid, thanks for today."

"What are you thanking me for? We're not strangers," Chu Mo responded adding, "Just not sure if we stirred up a hornet's nest this time."

"Should we leave this place?" The rooster seemed a bit guilty now.

When one impulsively messes up in a strange place, the easiest solution seems to be just to run away.

After all, both Chu Mo and the rooster were fully confident they could escape if danger appeared. No one wants to suffer humiliation and disgrace.

"No need," Chu Mo smiled, "It's just an insignificant playboy, we can stay here for a few days, at least we should try and get our hands on a few maps of the Spirit Realm!"

The rooster considered this. Chu Mo's logic made sense.

Even if it could find the location of the Elf Clan, having a map of the Spirit Realm would make it easier.

Otherwise, with no visible traces of the Elf Clan's activities, it would be helpless.

At this moment, their room door was suddenly knocked. Chu Mo and the rooster glance at each other, Chu Mo asked, "Who's there?"

"I am from the Hong family. Our young master behaved thoughtlessly and offended you. I'm here to apologize on his behalf!"

The door resonated with a deep, but gentle voice.

Chu Mo and the rooster were both taken aback. What's going on? Wasn't the innkeeper just telling us how fearsome the Hong family was? How come they turned out to be so polite?

Chu Mo walked over, opened the door, and saw three people outside. The one in front was a refined-looking man in his forties.

The middle-aged man had a gentle smile on his face, and his aura was completely concealed, making it impossible to discern his level. Seeing Chu Mo, he quickly showed his respect by clasping his hands and bowing, "I'm Hong Tianlan, nice to meet you, sir!"

Chu Mo returned the gesture gracefully, "I'm Chu Mo. Pleasure to meet you, Mister Hong."

With a smiling face, Hong Tianlan said, "The Hong family's poor discipline has offended Young Master Chu, and my conscience has been troubled. We've prepared some gifts for you, hoping you won't bear grudges against those folks."

Saying so, Hong Tianlan let the two followers behind him bring the gifts into the room, after which they bowed and left.

At that moment, Chu Mo felt a faint warmth emanating from the Sky Watcher Divine Mirror. This was a sign that it was detecting treasures.

However, judging by the degree of warmth, Chu Mo concluded that the treasure was not particularly valuable. But that's to Chu Mo!

To the Hong family, it could very well be their greatest sincerity.

Chu Mo stammered, looking at Hong Tianlan, "This... isn't necessary, right? It wasn't a big deal, besides, I was the one who attacked a member of the Hong family."

"They deserved it!" Hong Tianlan said righteously, "Our large family inevitably has a few bad seeds. We often don't have time to discipline them. We welcome anyone who teaches them a lesson!"

Chu Mo responded, "If that's the case, then let's put this matter past us."

At times like these, courtesy should not be overstated. The Hong family obviously mistook him for a person of great prestige. Too much humility would lead them to think less of him.

Chu Mo was fully aware of their intentions.

Indeed, seeing Chu Mo say so, Hong Tianlan visibly relaxed. He then sat down and chatted with Chi Mo, trying to dig out his background information.

But how could Chu Mo let him succeed? Chu Mo gave vague answers and random talks. As someone who had seen many top cultivators in the Illusion God Realm, deceiving a small cultivator of the Spirit Realm like Hong Tianlan was no big task.

Consequently, when Hong Tianlan left the inn, his head was still spinning.

He wasn't completely sober by the time he returned to the Hong family. The youth's indifferent voice still played in his head.

"The cultivation realm is only useful for some people. Who says the faster the realm advances, the better? Haven't you heard of the stories of people going berserk because their mental state can't keep up?"

"Master? Hehe, let's not talk about my master. Seriously, it's pointless to talk about it. It's as if I'm trying to intimidate people."

"Body refinement? Hahaha, that's amusing. Do I look like those cultivators who practice body refinement? Big and strong ... I don't like that. Do you understand bloodline?"

When Hong Tianlan reported to Hong Qiang, his mind was still in a mess.

The insights of that young man were far too profound! He originally wanted to test the young man and probe his worthiness by asking a few questions. Instead, the answers he received entirely exceeded his knowledge.

In the end, he, a cultivator in the late-stage of Foundation Establishment, had to concede, firmly convinced that this young man, although his realm is not high, must certainly have come from a distinguished family and is undoubtedly a person not to be trifled with.

Hong Qiang remained silent with a furrowed brow as he listened to Hong Tianlan's narration.

Elder Zhao who was by the side, looked at Hong Tianlan and asked, "Did the young man... mention the word 'bloodline'?"

"Yes, he asked me, do you understand bloodline?" Hong Tianlan responded subconsciously.

"How did you answer?" Elder Zhao asked seriously.

Hong Tianlan replied, "I said I understand. The offspring of a strong cultivator are generally powerful, that's the advantage of a bloodline!"

"How did the young man respond to you?" Elder Zhao asked.

Hong Tianlan scratched his head, "He didn't answer me..."

"Huh?" Elder Zhao looked at him.

"He just laughed and changed the topic," Hong Tianlan honestly answered.

"Sigh!" Elder Zhao sighed.

At this time, even Hong Qiang, the family head, was somewhat confused looking at Elder Zhao, "Did Tianlan not respond correctly?"

Elder Zhao shook his head with a wry smile, "It's not about right or wrong, but ah, just remember one thing about that young man — do not provoke him! It's clear that he has no intention of complaining about our Hong family. This time, Tianlan didn't get along well with him, did he? Very good, very good! It would be best to become friends with him. But even if you can't become friends, remember, never… never become his enemy!"

"Why?" Hong Qiang was baffled. He rarely saw Elder Zhao being so solemn and it made him curious.

"This young man's background... is far bigger than we could ever imagine. The Jin family...hmph, they aren't even worthy to carry his shoes!" Elder Zhao said.

Hong Qiang was left dumbfounded. Their family was just like the Jin family in terms of status. Wasn't what Elder Zhao saying implying that their grand family, the Hong family of Jinxiu City, wasn't even worthy enough to carry his shoes?

Elder Zhao looked at Hong Qiang, "Family Head, if you don't believe me, just wait and see!"

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