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Chapter 475: Because of Rich Human Emotion 【10,000 Words】 (Part 1)
Chapter 475: Because of Rich Human Emotion 【10,000 Words】 (Part 1)
"Did those two repent?"
Yang Luoyu sighed and asked.
"They did repent, but it was useless. The Dong Family made their prison cells more comfortable, but that was the extent of it. Before their deaths, one of them wrote two sentences on the prison wall."
Zhang Changjun said, "In life, one wrong step can lead to eternal damnation. If you take a wrong step, there's no turning back."
"So, there's no chance for redemption."
Yang Luoyu was startled.
"The head of the Dong Family said that since the lives of those two girls were ruined, they could never be restored to their original state. So, their repentance was useless."
Zhang Changjun also sighed. In his opinion, if they truly repented and married those two girls, it would have been a good thing. However, the Dong Family did not do that but instead directly imprisoned their own bloodline to death.
"This is the right decision. With this example, the Dong Family's rules are unbreakable. They may be cruel to these two, but they have established an unbreakable rule for generations to come! This is what a great family should be!"
Thinking of Zhang Changjun's words, Yang Luoyu couldn't help but admire the Dong Family's strict family discipline over the years, even controlling their own bloodline so strictly. He nodded in agreement, saying, "It's no wonder that a member of such a family has achieved such great merit. It's only fitting that a family like this should receive such an honor."
Zhang Changjun agreed wholeheartedly and said, "Yes."
Yang Luoyu continued, "A family like this is bound to have high prestige. This time, when I went to the Dong Family, I also visited their ancestral hall to offer incense and pay respects to the ancestors who have passed down such a family."
"That's only right."
Zhang Changjun smiled and said, "Indeed, I do the same every time I come. Such predecessors are worthy of our respect."
Yang Luoyu nodded deeply in agreement.
"Now that we've seen the Dong Family's location, when should we start the ceremonial team's procession?"
"Ten li ahead. Within five li of the approach."
Zhang Changjun said, "Then they'll be able to hear it. If we're too far, it'll be in vain."
"Good."
Soon, they were within five li of the destination.
Zhang Changjun and Yang Luoyu halted their team and tidied their attire.
Everything was ready.
As they began to walk, Zhang Changjun waved his hand.
Instantly, the air was filled with the sound of gongs and drums, and they proceeded forward.
The atmosphere was festive, with red flowers dancing in the air.
Both men wore broad smiles as they marched forward...
Then, as they turned a corner, they were surprised...
What's going on?
In front of them, at the mountain gate, there was a crowd of people, seemingly holding a banquet or celebrating a festival. What kind of celebration was this?
The scent of alcohol wafted through the air, and Zhang Changjun couldn't help but swallow his saliva, saying, "Is this a coincidence? This is truly a double celebration."
He turned to look at Yang Luoyu, only to see him slightly tilting his head upwards, gazing at something above.
What's going on?
Following Yang Luoyu's gaze, he was shocked.
On the jujube tree ahead, a person was hanging high up, and below, someone was wielding a whip, lashing the hanging person.
Everyone below cheered, "Good! That whip crack was crisp!"
"Come, let's drink to that whip!"
"Cheers!"
Yang Luoyu and Zhang Changjun exchanged glances, both feeling like their heads were spinning...
What the hell is going on?
As soon as they arrived, they encountered such a strange phenomenon.
With confusion, the two led the ceremonial team, the loud gongs and drums echoing as they approached, yet it didn't seem to disturb the people ahead.
They remained spirited, watching the whipping and then enthusiastically drinking.
This scene reminded Yang Luoyu of a family finally capturing and hanging the murderer who killed their father and took their wife, celebrating their long-awaited revenge.
Could it be?
Could this be the renowned Dong Family, having such a deep-seated grudge?
As they drew closer, a child suddenly screamed.
"The sound of gongs and drums... Who's here? So lively..."
"There's even a dragon dance team... Wow..."
Finally, they had attracted the attention of the Dong Family.
The ceremonial team had already reached the base of the tree.
Two middle-aged men, graceful and refined like gentlemen, approached with elegant manners, evoking a sense of goodwill.
"Isn't this Zhang Changjun?"
The leader, with a delighted expression, exclaimed, "Zhang Changjun, to think you'd have the time to come here, and with such a team?"
Zhang Changjun burst into laughter and ordered the gongs and drums to stop.
With a smile, he said, "Today, I've come specifically to congratulate the Dong Family. The Guardian Headquarters is bestowing an honor upon them! The Dong Family truly lives up to its reputation as a gentlemanly family. Who would've thought that a member of the family would silently accomplish such a great feat?"
The other middle-aged man, feeling ashamed, said, "I wonder which family's child is so outstanding? To be able to bring such honor to the family, even drawing the attention of Zhang Changjun and Yang Luoyu, the achievement must be significant."
His voice conveyed both envy for others and shame for himself.
This was Dong Yunyu's father, Dongmentang Zhi.
At this moment, Dongmentang Zhi's heart was filled with mixed emotions.
Looking at the other family, he couldn't help but sigh. His first and second sons were well-behaved, but their martial talents were average. As for the third son, he had to admit that he was a genius, but unfortunately, he had gone astray.
He didn't inherit any of the family's gentlemanly qualities but instead inherited his mother's mischievousness.
Not only did he inherit all of it, but he also amplified and innovated it, even establishing his own unique style!
He didn't have much talent in other areas, but when it came to causing trouble and being shameless, he was undoubtedly the best. Every time Dongmentang Zhi thought of this, he would sigh, cursing himself for giving birth to such a number one troublemaker!
But this was the reality.
"Indeed, it's a significant achievement."
Yang Luoyu took over the conversation, smiling as he said, "It's a member of the Dong Family who, during the Yin Yang Realm trial, accomplished great feats. Furthermore, he received high praise from Xue Fuxiao. Xue Fuxiao even expressed that such an outstanding young man must be recognized.
And to honor his family, let the entire continent know that his family has produced such an outstanding Guardian warrior!"
Dongmentang Zhi felt even more ashamed.
Look at that!
He then thought of his son, who was still hanging from the jujube tree.
Compared to them... what can I even compare to? Dongmentang Jun, standing beside him, smiled and said modestly, "The Dong family truly dares not take credit. It is only right for our child to contribute to the Guardian Continent. What's there to praise... Haha, but we are also delighted that our child is so outstanding. Please, please, Senior Yang, Commander Zhang, come this way. It's a coincidence today, as the Patriarchs of the Dong family are also here... Haha, let's make the Patriarchs of the Dong family happy as well. After all, it was the Patriarchs who developed the family, and it is their bloodline and the foundation they laid that established the rules."
As the three of them walked, Yang Luoyu smiled and said, "Not bad, not bad. Since this matter happened to coincide, it's only natural to inform the Patriarchs of the Dong family. I must say, if our Yang family could also produce such outstanding descendants, I, Yang Luoyu, would also be honored."
As he spoke, he happily walked from the crowd to the table where the Patriarchs were seated.
The executioners temporarily stopped their work.
The people around also quieted down, their faces filled with smiles as they watched.
They waited for the good news of the family.
Ready at any moment to cheer for the outstanding young man of the family.
That's so face-saving!
That's so face-saving!
Yan Jun Di, Yang Luoyu, personally arrived, accompanied by the Deputy Vice President of the Southern Capital Headquarters, Zhang Changjun.
Gongs and drums filled the air, and dragons and phoenixes danced.
It was like celebrating the New Year.
So cool!
No matter who it was, when I see him, I must praise him: Well done! Then, I must have a drink with him to express my highest praise.
I am truly honored, truly honored!
Dong Yunyu, hanging on the tree, desperately twisted his body: "Mmm, mmm..."
No one paid him any attention.
Welcoming the distinguished guests was the priority; no one cared if you were in a rush to relieve yourself.
The ten or so Patriarchs who already knew the news stood up with glowing faces, their smiles filled with pride.
They quickly left their seats and approached with smiles, looking at Yang Luoyu. The leading Patriarch grasped Yang Luoyu's hand and laughed, "Brother Yang, I never expected it to be you coming in person. This is truly... how can these little monkeys possibly deserve you taking action personally?"
As he spoke, he enthusiastically shook Yang Luoyu's hand: "Brother Yang, please sit, quickly take a seat."
Then he turned and said, "Quickly, quickly, bring another table of wine and dishes, the best wine! The best dishes!"
He pulled Yang Luoyu, while another person pulled Zhang Changjun, away from the messy table, towards a quieter area.
Someone had already brought over clean tables and chairs.
The crowd sat down in a circle.
Over there, the ceremonial team performed with flying dragons and dancing phoenixes, accompanied by the sound of gongs and drums. The children surrounded them, cheering and shouting excitedly.
The Patriarch stroked his beard, his face filled with kindness, and his entire body exuded happiness. He said, "Brother Yang, what's this all about? I had no idea that our family had such a promising child, haha."
Yang Luoyu smiled and scolded, "Old thing, you just want to hear me praise you again, don't you?"
"Haha..." The crowd burst into laughter.
The atmosphere was filled with joy.
Dong Yunyu, on the tree, twisted his body: "Mmm, mmm..."
Not a single person spared him a glance.
"However, this matter must be explained to you in detail."
Yang Luoyu took a cup of tea and calmly said, "The trial of the Yin-Yang Realm in the Heavenly Palace and the Underworld's World-Outside Monastery, others may not know, but you should be aware of it, right?"
"I've heard of it, but I don't know the specific details."
"That's natural, as we Guardians have never had the opportunity to enter."
Yang Luoyu said, "But this time, we entered the Yin-Yang Realm, and two of our people went in! One of them is your Dong family's disciple! Not only did he enter, but he also came out safely, and brought back a lot of things that can enhance the foundation of our Guardian Continent! It's a great achievement!"
The Patriarchs' eyes lit up, and they exclaimed together, "So that's how it is!"
"And the one waiting outside was none other than Xue Fuxiao. Since the Heavenly Palace and the Underworld have the Ziwei Emperor, and our Only Righteous Sect has the Bone Shattering Dream Spear, Duan Xiyang, the Patriarchs of the Dong family, personally welcomed the hero who emerged from the Yin-Yang Realm and received all the resources he brought out. It is said that Xue Fuxiao almost laughed out loud, he was so happy."
Instantly, the Patriarchs of the Dong family smiled with pride.
They stroked their beards and sat upright.
Their hearts were filled with joy!
Xue Fuxiao personally welcomed and received! He almost laughed out loud!
Tsk, just these three sentences made them ecstatic.
"After that, Xue Fuxiao immediately left with his people, as he said that since there were many things brought out, he feared that others would be envious..."
"That's right! They must leave immediately. After all, when a tree stands out in the forest, it is bound to be felled."
The crowd agreed.
"After carefully inspecting the goods, Xue Fuxiao was overjoyed and rewarded them on the spot. He also decided that the future pills refined from these resources would include a share for the Dong family! This is one of the rewards!"
Yang Luoyu spoke solemnly.
"Xue Fuxiao is too kind, this is only what should be done." The Patriarchs smiled so hard their lips couldn't close.
They had already lost their composure.
"Additionally, the Guardian Continent Hero Medal will be awarded to this Dong family disciple! This is the second reward!"
The Guardian Continent Hero Medal.
This was personally signed by the Ninth Lord, the highest medal with crossed swords.
Even if you hold no official position, as long as you wear this medal, anywhere in the Guardian Continent, even a Chief Commander would have to salute you!
This is because the medal represents respect, as behind it lies endless merit!
The Guardians' rule is that with this medal, seven generations will be honored!
In other words, the family with this medal, even if all the experts are gone, the future generations will be supported, cultivated, nurtured, and protected by the Guardians... until they succeed!
If the first generation fails, there are still six more generations to come.
The seventh generation, all seven generations, were cultivated to success! This medal is like a talisman!
This statement is not an exaggeration in the slightest.
The ancestors' mouths gaped open in astonishment.
Although they tried to maintain their composure and reserve, it was simply impossible.
"Thirdly, Miss Xue instructed us to create a magnificent honor banner. On a sunny day, we will deliver it to the Dong family with drums and gongs. Do not fault us for making a big deal out of this, as it is a well-deserved honor and a matter of face!"
Yang Luoyu smiled and said.
"Understood, understood. Thank you, Miss Xue, thank you, Ninth Lord, and thank you, Yang, for your hard work."
"You're welcome."
The ancestor laughed heartily, stroking his beard, his face glowing with pride. "Today, Yang, your timing is impeccable. Our Dong family has an unfilial descendant currently undergoing family punishment. With such heavenly glory upon us, it's the perfect opportunity for this unfilial descendant to witness, listen, and be influenced... to mend his ways, change his heart, and start anew; wouldn't that be wonderful?"
"Yang, you're saying this is a coincidence? Haha..."
Yang Luoyu was also surprised. "Is there such a thing? With the Dong family's strict family values, how could there be an unfilial descendant... This is truly strange."
"What a misfortune for the family," the crowd sighed.
Then, they urged together, "Yang, you've said so much, but you haven't mentioned the name of this family member. Who is it? Whose family is it?"
At that moment, all the Dong family members whose children were out in the world stepped forward with glowing faces.
"Is it my son...?"
"Could it be my son?"
"...?"
Dongmentang Zhi's face was filled with conflict as he bowed his head and paled, silently retreating to the back of the crowd.
Sigh... My family only has one child outside, and he's back now, hanging from a tree...
Such heavenly glory would never reach my family, truly enviable. Look at their son, then look at mine, this damn... Why didn't I throw him against the wall back then?
In the air, Dong Yunyu anxiously murmured, "Umm, umm..."
Dongmentang Zhi twisted his face.
Damn it... Ancestor! At this moment, don't even think about speaking up! If you lose it again and cause a scene, the Dong family's reputation will be ruined.
The embarrassment will spread across the entire continent!
Yang Luoyu, facing the crowd's expectant gazes, burst into laughter and said, "You've confused me. Yes, quickly bring him out. As far as I know, he should have just returned home. He's right here in your family."
"Huh?"
The crowd exchanged puzzled looks.
Who could it be? Who just came home? Who's child recently returned? They racked their brains, but were all left dumbfounded.
Yang Luoyu laughed heartily, patted the Dong family ancestor's shoulder amiably, and said, "Alright, I won't keep you in suspense. The name of this young descendant is..."
The crowd simultaneously pricked up their ears.
"...Dong Yunyu!"
Yang Luoyu laughed and directly announced the name, "This name is quite good, fitting your Dong family's ancestral teachings and family values—a humble gentleman, gentle as jade."
The ancestor's face instantly froze.
His mouth slightly agape, he stood there, stunned.
The crowd, who had been eagerly awaiting the name with smiles on their faces, suddenly froze when they heard it, as if they had been struck by lightning at the peak of their joy.
Their smiles remained stiff on their faces, and before they could retreat, another wave of confusion and shock hit them. In an instant, the Dong family members' faces contorted with strangeness.
For a moment, there was absolute silence.
Everyone who heard the name, not even a breath could be heard.
Yang Luoyu's laughter stood out in the silence.
After laughing twice, he was startled into silence.
His tongue trembled in his mouth, but he couldn't speak. He couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong? Why do you all have... this expression? Where is Dong Yunyu? Why don't you call him out?"
"...?"
The crowd's faces were as if they had been struck by lightning.
They stared, speechless.
Finally, they reacted, some with expressions of disbelief, some in a daze, and some looking as if they had eaten shit.
Yang Luoyu frowned. "What's wrong...?"
The ancestor finally regained his ability to speak. He opened his mouth, his voice dry as he said, "Brother Yang, please don't joke. How could it be Dong Yunyu?"
Yang Luoyu was astonished. "Why can't it be Dong Yunyu?"
The crowd was speechless.
"But the fact is, it is Dong Yunyu. Miss Xue Fuxiao personally confirmed it. Do you think Miss Xue could be mistaken?"
Yang Luoyu asked, "Why... You don't seem very happy. Weren't you all joyful just now? What happened?"
The crowd's faces turned as red as jujubes.
Their expressions were all extremely unpleasant.
"Where is Dong Yunyu?" Yang Luoyu asked.
"...?"
The crowd was at a loss for words.
Some even lowered their heads.
Dongmentang Zhi, who had moved to the edge of the circle, suddenly widened his eyes.
Then he slapped himself on the head.
He began to rub and dig his ears.
Damn it, I must be hallucinating! It has to be a hallucination!
Yang Luoyu was genuinely puzzled by the Dong family's strange reactions.
They were just overjoyed a moment ago.
But now...
Could there be something wrong with Dong Yunyu...? Yang Luoyu had a sudden bad feeling.
He stared at the Dong family members and asked, "Is there something wrong with Dong Yunyu? Did something unexpected happen?"
The Dong family ancestor coughed twice, his face contorting into a smile more painful than tears.
He stammered, "Dong Yunyu... is right here..."
As he spoke, his head slowly tilted upward, forming a forty-five-degree angle as he looked into the sky.
The crowd, like puppets, all raised their heads.
Yang Luoyu, not understanding, followed their gaze.
In mid-air, on the jujube tree.
The guy who was tied up like a zongzi, with colorful rags in his mouth, twisted and turned in the air.
"Mmm! Mmmmm..."
His eyes were filled with urgency, eagerness, and a sense of revenge, excited by the spectacle and unafraid of the consequences.
Suddenly.
A thunderstruck expression appeared on Yang Luoyu's face.
(End of Chapter)
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