Chapter 31: The Qin Family
Chapter 31: The Qin Family
"Many thanks to the Patriarch for the elixir. Without it, I wouldn't have been able to break through to the Blood Refinement stage so easily!"
Meng Peng's face lit up with a smile.
He had been stuck at the peak of the Skin Tempering stage for years, unable to advance. This was partly due to the lack of appropriate cultivation techniques and the inherent difficulty of breaking through to the Blood Refinement stage.
After all, Meng Peng's natural talent wasn't considered exceptional.
If he had only relied on the complete Gu Family Fist without the Blood Refinement Elixir, it would have taken him at least a year or two to break through to the Blood Refinement stage. This was due to his years of accumulated effort.
Therefore, the Blood Refinement Elixir played a significant role in his advancement.
Gu Qingfeng nodded. "It's good that you've managed to break through to the Blood Refinement stage. What about the reactions of the various factions?"
Hearing this, Meng Peng's smile faded, and his expression turned grim.
"So far, only a few minor factions have sent envoys. Major forces like the Qin Family and the Heavenly Cloud Sect haven't made any moves."
"Because the Qin Family and the Heavenly Cloud Sect have remained inactive, other factions are also waiting on the sidelines."
"From my perspective, this situation might not end well..."
The message had been sent out, but the response was minimal.
In Meng Peng's view, the Gu Family was in a difficult position.
Could the Gu Family really settle scores with all the factions?
Thinking about this, Meng Peng shook his head inwardly.
It wasn't that he didn't believe in Gu Qingfeng's strength, but it was simply too difficult to stand against the entire White Stone Dao with one's own power.
Upon hearing this, a sharp light flashed in Gu Qingfeng's eyes.
"If it can't end well, then let it not end. I've already given them a chance. Since they don't value it, there's nothing more to say."
Meng Peng's heart skipped a beat.
"Does the Patriarch really intend to take action against them?"
"Why not?"
Gu Qingfeng glanced at Meng Peng, his face cold and resolute.
"I gave them face, but they are unwilling to give the Gu Family face. There's nothing more to talk about. The world is ultimately ruled by strength. If they dare to ignore my words, it means they think my fists aren't hard enough."
"Next, I will show them just how hard the Gu Family's fists can be!"
...
In the Gu Family's main hall, several people were seated formally.
When they saw Gu Qingfeng and Meng Peng arrive, they hurriedly stood up and bowed.
"Pay our respects to the Patriarch of the Gu Family!"
Gu Qingfeng took his seat at the head of the table and smiled faintly.
"Please, all of you, take your seats."
"Thank you, Patriarch Gu!"
Everyone then sat down.
At this moment, Gu Qingfeng's gaze swept over each of the people in front of him, and the corresponding information appeared in his mind.
The Gu Family had been in the White Stone Dao for years and had a good understanding of the local factions.
Zhou Family Martial Hall — Zhou Yuan!
Four Seas Gang — Gu Xinghai!
Poison Hand Sect — Elder Hundred Poisons!
Purple Bamboo Manor — Murong Xiu!
The first two were peak Skin Tempering martial artists, while the latter two were at the Half-Step Blood Refinement stage.
Overall, these four factions were neither too large nor too small in the White Stone Dao. Although they didn't have any Blood Refinement martial artists, their strength was still considerable.
Feeling Gu Qingfeng's gaze, all of them felt an immense pressure, causing any hidden thoughts to vanish.
At this moment, they understood.
The Patriarch of the Gu Family was even more formidable than rumored.
Gu Qingfeng said, "I am very pleased that all of you have come to the Gu Family."
“Let’s not waste time with idle chatter. I intend to unify the White Stone Dao. If you agree, I can even provide you with the opportunity to break through to the Blood Refinement stage.”
“If you disagree, you are free to leave. However, once you step out of the Gu family’s gates, we will be enemies from that day on!”
Gu Qingfeng didn’t mince words. He cut straight to the chase, giving everyone a clear choice.
The representatives from the four major factions exchanged uneasy glances, clearly taken aback by Gu Qingfeng’s directness. While they had come prepared for negotiations, they hadn’t expected such blunt terms.
After a moment of silence, the Elder of the Poison Hand Sect, Bai Du, was the first to step forward and bow.
“The Poison Hand Sect is willing to follow the Gu family’s lead!”
“The Zhou Family Martial Hall is also willing to follow the Gu family’s lead!”
“The Four Seas Gang…”
“The Purple Bamboo Manor…”
With Bai Du’s lead, the other three quickly followed suit, pledging their loyalty without hesitation.
The world was in chaos, and the White Stone Dao was no exception. Even if they didn’t believe the Gu family had the strength to unify the entire White Stone Dao, the presence of a powerful figure like Gu Qingfeng was a significant asset. By aligning with the Gu family, they would gain a powerful protector, offering them more security in the turbulent world.
“Very well. You will all come to appreciate today’s decision. It seems the other factions have no intention of joining us. Since they won’t come to me, I will pay them a visit.”
A cold smile spread across Gu Qingfeng’s lips, sending a chill down the spines of the others.
Meng Xiu cautiously asked, “Does Lord Gu truly intend to take action against the other factions?”
“Gu Qingfeng never speaks in vain!”
Gu Qingfeng’s eyes flashed with determination, and the others were taken aback by his resolve.
At that moment, Gu Qingfeng turned to Meng Peng and ordered him to mobilize the Gu family’s guards. They set out in a formidable procession toward the Qin family.
Meng Xiu and the others had no choice but to follow. They had just submitted to the Gu family, and failing to do so now would invite severe consequences.
With no other options, they had to go all in.
—
As the Gu family made their move, the Qin family received the news almost immediately.
Upon learning that Gu Qingfeng was leading a group directly to the Qin family, Qin Hongtang’s face turned pale with shock and anger.
He couldn’t believe it. The Gu family was actually daring to attack the Qin family without provocation.
Deep down, Qin Hongtang felt a twinge of regret. However, with the Qin family’s honor at stake, he had no choice but to maintain a strong stance. He quickly gathered all the Qin family warriors and personally went to the back mountain to bring out the Qin family’s patriarch.
By the time Gu Qingfeng and his group arrived, the Qin family was already on high alert. Qin Hongtang and the patriarch were both present.
“Lord Gu has brought so many people to the Qin family. What is the purpose of this visit?”
The Qin family patriarch spoke first.
Gu Qingfeng glanced at him.
“So, you are the Qin family’s patriarch?”
The old man before him, though aged, radiated a powerful aura. To possess such a formidable life force, he must have reached the peak of Blood Refinement. His identity was clear.
Without waiting for a response, Gu Qingfeng’s icy gaze swept over the Qin family members, his expression deadly serious.
“I’m giving the Qin family one last chance to submit to the Gu family. Otherwise, the Qin family will no longer have a place in this world!”
(End of Chapter)
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