Chapter 565: How Many Aliases Do You Have (6)
The Cao family was swamped with people on this day, guests from all directions holding invitation cards. Ostensibly, they were there to offer congratulations, but in reality, they all wanted to take this opportunity to display their status and influence.
Indeed, anyone who could enter the Cao family’s gates today was a prominent figure in the Cultivation World. At least, that’s how those blocked outside saw it.
Of course, all of this was thanks to the Cao family’s standing in the Cultivation World. Thus, even though Cao Yang was merely taking a concubine, it was an extremely sensational event. Moreover, the woman in question was the new Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect.
It was truly impressive of Cao Yang. Just last month, he had married the former Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect into his household, and now he was taking the new Saintess as a concubine. It was as if he was treating the Saintesses of the Hua Rong Sect as his exclusive property, taking every one of them into his harem.
This was clearly his way of avenging his previous humiliation, when he was outmaneuvered by the Hua Rong Sect, causing the Cao family to lose face. By quickly taking the new Saintess as a concubine, he was proving his capabilities.
Alas, she was still the Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect. Both in terms of appearance and talent, she should have been one in ten thousand. Ordinary men wouldn’t even have the chance to glimpse her beauty, yet she was being taken as a concubine by him. It was truly a loss of face!
This was all thanks to the Hua Rong Sect being so ungrateful. If they hadn’t dared to deceive the Cao family, how would they have incurred such retribution?
Losing face was a minor matter. By marrying the former Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect as his wife and taking the current Saintess as a concubine, the Hua Rong Sect would henceforth be a vassal of the Cao family. The Nine Great Immortal Forces would soon become the Eight Great Immortal Forces!
The Hua Rong Sect, as one of the Nine Great Immortal Forces in the Cultivation World, was being bullied by the Cao family like this. It was truly lamentable.
Immortal forces were also divided into strong and weak. The Cao family was the foremost family in the Cultivation World, and their Immortal Tablet was the only Emperor-grade one. The combined strength of the eight great forces likely couldn’t match them.
This was all due to the blessings of their ancestors. Why didn’t I have a powerful Immortal ancestor?
Such discussions could be heard almost everywhere.
The members of the Cao family listened with immense satisfaction. The anger that had been accumulating over the past month was instantly swept away. One by one, they thought smugly, “Hmph, this is the consequence of opposing my Cao family!”
Unfortunately, they rejoiced too soon. As the sun began to set, the new Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect had yet to appear.
Has the new Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect arrived?
I haven’t seen her. It seems she hasn’t arrived!
I’ve been watching the main gate. She definitely hasn’t come!
What use is it for you to stare at the main gate? Concubines are not allowed to enter through the main gate.
Are you suggesting that the new Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect has already entered through the back door?
I’m just guessing. We’ll have to wait for the Cao family’s official announcement to know the specific situation.
If the new Saintess doesn’t show up today, won’t the Cao family lose face again?
Impossible. That new Saintess’s name is already inscribed on the Immortal Tablet. How dare she not come? Unless she wants the entire Hua Rong Sect to be buried with her!
As time wore on, the guests grew impatient.
The Cao family was no different. As time passed, the smiles on their faces gradually froze.
What on earth is going on? The sun has already set, why hasn’t that Zhao Ling arrived yet?
Father Cao called his son over to question him.
If I knew, I’d be a ghost.
Husband, don’t worry. Perhaps the people from the Hua Rong Sect were delayed by some matters on the road.
Mother Cao comforted him from the side.
No, I’m too worried!
Father Cao, Cao Hui, pondered for a moment, his expression growing increasingly grave. He then said to Hua Yu, who was beside him, “Daughter-in-law, can I trouble you with something? Find a way to contact your old acquaintances in the Hua Rong Sect and ask them if their new Saintess has truly set off for the Cao family.”
Hua Yu frowned slightly. Although she had agreed to her husband taking a concubine, it didn’t mean she would help without any boundaries, as this was too demeaning.
Madam, please help us. It’s for your own good anyway! There’s no one else around now, so you don’t need to worry so much.
Cao Yang turned around and pleaded.
Hua Yu hesitated for a moment. For the sake of the bigger picture, she agreed. She then picked up the Thousand Li Sound Transmission Device and contacted Elder Zhou.
Meanwhile, at the Hua Rong Sect, Hua Ru Yi, in order to deceive the Cao family, had announced ten days prior that she intended to compromise and send the new Saintess to Cao Yang as a concubine.
A group of high-level figures were exhausted by the ordeal and finally reluctantly agreed.
Cheng Hong Ling and Qi Huang naturally cooperated. The next day, they left the sect with several high-level figures from the Hua Rong Sect, appearing submissive. In reality, they had simply changed their training location.
So, when Elder Zhou was questioned by Hua Yu about this matter, he replied without hesitation: “She has arrived! She arrived nine days ago, escorted by a Shentong Realm expert from the Hua Rong Sect. By all rights, she should be at the Cao family’s by now.”
“Arrived? That’s good!”
Hua Yu was slightly relieved and then conveyed this news to the Cao family trio beside her.
I knew it! Her name is already inscribed on the Immortal Tablet. How dare she not come?
Cao Yang regained his confidence.
Since she has arrived, perhaps she was delayed on the road. Let’s wait a little longer with patience!
Cao Hui breathed a sigh of relief, still trembling from the near misfortune. He didn’t want to lose face for the second time.
Alas! By the time the moon was high in the sky, the Cao family still hadn’t seen Cheng Hong Ling’s figure. The guests outside had also become impatient and were constantly inquiring about what had happened.
What is going on? Could it be that Zhao Ling had an accident on the road?
Mother Cao was anxiously pacing back and forth.
An accident? What kind of accident could happen? With a Shentong Realm expert personally protecting her and the shelter of the Hua Rong Sect’s Immortal Tablet, who could harm her?
Cao Hui retorted.
Mother Cao was speechless. Indeed, with the protection of the Immortal Tablet, even a Heavenly Aperture Realm expert couldn’t do anything to her.
Moreover, whether she had an accident or not is a minor issue. What I’m considering now is how to salvage the Cao family’s reputation!
Cao Hui’s face was as dark as the bottom of a pot.
Husband, why don’t we just announce to everyone that Zhao Ling has already entered the household? Besides, concubines don’t need to appear for the wedding ceremony, and they won’t know if it’s true or not.
Mother Cao offered a suggestion.
Nonsense! How can my dignified Cao family deceive itself?
At this moment, Cao Meng, Cao Yang’s grandfather, suddenly appeared in the room.
Father… Father-in-law… Grandfather…
The people present all bowed in greeting.
Cao Hui, go out and tell those guests the truth. Anyway, once tonight passes, the Immortal Tablet will take action. As long as Zhao Ling dies, our Cao family’s reputation will be mostly preserved.
Cao Meng made his decision.
But… if Zhao Ling dies, what about my secret technique?
Hua Yu reminded him immediately.
At a time like this, you’re still worried about a secret technique?
Cao Meng frowned slightly, showing his displeasure.
Yes, daughter-in-law. You can’tpossibly ask Cao Yang to erase her name from the Immortal Tablet just for a secret technique, right? That would be a huge embarrassment for our Cao family.
Cao Hui agreed.
Hua Yu’s expression turned unpleasant. When had she, the dignified former Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect, ever been so disregarded?
Grandfather, do you think that Zhao Ling might have guessed that we were after her secret technique, and that’s why she deliberately stood us up, thinking we would spare her life?
Cao Yang speculated.
This possibility is very high!
Cao Meng nodded thoughtfully, then his expression turned ferocious. “Unfortunately, she has made the wrong calculation. Our Cao family, as the foremost family in the Cultivation World, has unmatched strength throughout the entire Cultivation World, and we are not lacking in her so-called secret technique! After midnight tonight, she will surely die!”
Don’t worry, my dear wife! Once Zhao Ling dies, and you become the sole hope of the Hua Rong Sect, they will beg you to return as Saintess!
Cao Yang turned to comfort Hua Yu.
Hearing this, Hua Yu was instantly enlightened. The gloom on her face gradually dissipated.
Cao Hui then walked towards the outside, followed by a few family members.
Cao Hui soon arrived in the midst of the room. He then cupped his fists and thanked them, “Esteemed guests, thank you all for gracing us with your presence despite your busy schedules. Thank you for waiting.”
You are too kind, Master Cao! It is our honor to be able to come to the Cao manor to congratulate your noble son!
Yes, the Cao family is the foremost power in the Cultivation World. If they hadn’t deliberately honored us with their presence, how would we have the qualifications to be seated here?
Master Cao, has the new Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect arrived yet? I have a bellyful of congratulatory remarks that I can barely hold back.
…
The guests all rose and flattered him. Although they were already impatient, they did not dare to show it.
I apologize, but I am afraid I will have to disappoint everyone. The new Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect has not arrived yet.
Cao Hui told them the truth.
What? Still not here? Has the Cao family been tricked by the Hua Rong Sect again?
Tricked? Tricked with their lives? I heard that the Cao family has already inscribed the new Saintess’s name on the Immortal Tablet. Once midnight strikes, the Immortal Might will be activated immediately. How dare she?
Who knows what’s going on? Could it be that the Cao family will be merciful?
If the Cao family truly removes her name, then they will have no more credibility in the Cultivation World.
There’s a good show to watch. I’d like to see whether the Cao family chooses the new Saintess of the Hua Rong Sect or wants to preserve its reputation!
…
The guests below looked at each other, and then the hall erupted in discussion.
Everyone, you all know that the Hua Rong Sect has already deceived us once. It was already the utmost benevolence for my son to overlook this matter and take their new Saintess as a concubine. Yet, they were ungrateful and broke their word again. In that case, do not blame our Cao family for being ruthless!
Cao Hui loudly whitewashed the Cao family’s actions. Then, he turned his gaze towards the tall Immortal Tablet piercing the clouds in the distant night sky and said, “Everyone, rest assured, you will not have come in vain this time. Let you witness the magnificent spectacle of the Immortal Might being activated!”
