Chapter 6: The Arrival of Turbulent Times

As the High Priest, he did not wish for too many people to witness his vulnerable side. The direct lineage of the Hu family was now dwindling, and he had struggled to hold on for so many years. Who could have imagined that just as the family was on the verge of revival, the most capable supporter standing behind him would unexpectedly step forward due to his own mistake

I did not expect that the black flame wolf spirit of Lang Sheng's little brat would progress so rapidly. A year ago, I could still withstand his attack, but now I am unable to resist it. The flame poison has invaded my heart meridian, and I fear my time is running short

In light of this, the Hu family can be considered to dominate this small town, with such a vast influence that several branches have emerged even within the family itself. For instance, the lineage of the High Priest, the Clan Leader, and the Elder of Judgment constitutes the direct descendants of the Hu family, renowned for their illustrious reputation in the Nine Hells. Additionally, there are five major branches: the Zeba branch, the Liqing branch, the Xuechi branch, the Beiji branch, and the Shaluo branch.

Do not say that! We will definitely avenge you, and our Hu clan will absolutely not perish

However, when it comes to territory, these four families combined are only equivalent to the Hu family. Moreover, if it were not for the increasing pressure exerted by the Lang family of Yuecheng on the Hu family in recent years regarding the Qingyuan mineral vein, the disparity in strength between the two sides would likely be even more pronounced.

At this moment, in the room of the high priest at zong m.hetushu .com .com, a middle-aged man with white hair, clad in full armor, stands before the high priest, speaking in a low voice.

The elder of the tribunal remained calm; he was not afraid of death, but was filled with concern for the future of the Hu family. Especially at this moment, standing beside him with a composed expression was Hu Gao. Why could he sense not a trace of the Hu family's bloodline from him?

Hu Jiuzhan looked at the Elder of Judgment, Hu Shuilong, who was swaying precariously while being supported by two people, and hurriedly stepped forward to embrace him. "Old buddy..." Before he could finish his sentence, he was choked up with tears. He waved his right hand, "Anfeng, you can go first. The rest of the dark warriors should take Hu Gao to find the clan leader. I will stay here."

If I were thirty years younger, I could still withstand the fiery poison of the Black Flame Wolf. But now, I can no longer do so. Dark Wind, please go and summon Bai Xiao. It would be a waste for my lifeblood to be taken underground; let this be my final contribution to the family. As for the matter concerning Hu Gao, it can only be left to the priest to worry about.

Elder Judge, you will be fine Four people also wore expressions of deep sorrow Although it is fortunate to have the chance to kill Lang Sheng, such a loss is still unacceptable for the Hu family and the library

"Go ahead, I have lived long enough; death may perhaps be a form of liberation for me." The Grand Elder gestured to the four.

Due to its proximity to the border and the abundance of surrounding resources, the small city of Ningcheng resembles an innocent young girl, attracting the covetous gaze of various prominent families from Longhua.

Hu Gao stood silently by, watching without speaking. Witnessing the death of a flesh-and-blood person for the first time exposed him to the brutality of this other world. Now, with no abilities to speak of, he faced the pressing dilemma of how to establish himself in this place.

The four individuals were taken aback, displaying expressions of panic. The Elder of Judgment is the leader of the entire Hu family's guard team and a pillar of the family. If any unforeseen incident were to occur at this moment, it would be an additional blow to the already precarious situation of the Hu family, compounding their difficulties.

Hu Jiuzhan felt a deep sense of guilt within. Previously, the dark envoy had repeatedly warned him about unusual movements from the Lang family. At that time, he was completely unable to divert his attention due to preparations for the final sacrifice. He never expected that it would lead to a tragedy now. Truly, the heavens do not favor my Hu clan

Hu Shuilong forced a smile, "There is no need for the esteemed priest to be saddened. After three hundred years of trials and tribulations, we have long since grown indifferent to the ups and downs. Moreover, the new generation of the Hu family has also come of age, especially the daughter of the clan leader, Hu Wushuang. In terms of talent, she is likely not inferior to Lang Sheng. Ahem!"

Hu Shuilong spat out another mouthful of black blood, "Moreover, this time we have finally succeeded in the ritual, and we have a successor; there is still hope for everything..."

The Zongtang holds a prestigious position in the Hu family, where only the high priest and members of the council of elders are qualified to reside. Recently, due to the intense situation at the Qingyuan mining vein, most of the elders have been dispatched to the front lines for support, making the interior noticeably quieter than usual

At this moment, outside the ancestral hall, Hu Gao, whose hand was still touching his chest in uncertainty after being released by Qingfeng, followed a few people silently. He could sense that others seemed to harbor considerable hostility towards him due to the injury of the Grand Elder. Alas, it truly feels like being shot while lying down.

"My Lord Priest, just now in the forbidden area, Hu Gao seemed to have forgotten who he was, appearing to be suffering from amnesia. The Hu Gao before the ritual, I have had several dealings with him, so it should not be an act." The speaker was Bai Wei, who was sent back by the adjudicating elder yesterday to deliver the message.

Elder Judge, you ... ...

The individuals who always wear masks belong to a special organization called the Dark Knights under the Hu family. They are personally managed and assigned by the High Priest, with each member having a different code name based on the design of their mask. One person, whose mask is engraved with the character for 'wind,' raised his hand to wipe away tears and said with a somber and sorrowful expression.

The elder of the tribunal appeared pale, his aged face etched with worry. "However, his beast soul has also been shattered by my efforts. This fellow is too arrogant, daring to disregard the prohibitions of our Hu clan. Fortunately, he won't live much longer. After all, he is the most formidable genius of the Lang clan in recent years. Eliminating him will at least bring us a few years of peace"

The Grand Elder ... ...

Puff ... ...

Among these major branches, the Ze Bai branch and the Li Qing branch are relatively strong, collectively referred to as the upper three branches along with the direct lineage. The other branches are collectively known as the lower three branches. These branches are not concentrated in one location but are scattered throughout various places in Ningcheng. Only the ancestral hall, used by the clan for discussions, is situated in the very center of Ningcheng, symbolizing the unique status of the Hu family in Ningcheng

"Your Excellency, the Priest, you have arrived!" Just as Anfeng was about to leave, he happened to encounter the Priest who had come upon receiving the news, and he quickly bowed in greeting, stepping aside.

There is no need for the esteemed priest to worry; the inheritor possesses great power. If Hu Gao encounters any issues, it cannot last long. The subordinate and the library will keep a close watch on him and will report back to you at any time.

"Alright, but you must also be cautious. Elder Huangquan has been preoccupied with the matter of bloodline inheritance for many years. For the long-term revival of the family, do not let a trivial issue lead to irreparable changes." Hu Jiuzhan supported himself with his staff, standing up, his aged face revealing a glimmer of bright hope

Many people were lamenting

As soon as he stepped through the first inner door of the ancestral hall, the presiding elder could no longer suppress himself and spat out a mouthful of black blood. After the bloodstain splattered on the ground, a purple mist began to swirl upward, clearly indicating the presence of a deadly poison

Fortunately, the Hu family, which has long been entrenched here, possesses a profound heritage. Several bloody battles have directly repelled countless prominent families attempting to extend their influence into Ning City. To this day, only the Zhu, Wu, Guo, and Wei families, with the backing of other prominent families, can barely contend with the Hu family.

Indeed, there are many peculiarities in this matter. Young Qingshao was personally selected by me from the Liqing lineage as a perfect vessel. For this reason, I even made an exception to grant him the surname Hu. I believe that both Elder Huangquan of the Zebai lineage and Elder Cangming of the Liqing lineage are well aware of my intentions. However, I did not expect that this time, the weakest among the three factions, Liqing, would impress me.