Chapter 6: Penalties

Gradually, with just one sentence, Long Ao did not say anything more, but it was precisely the explanation of this sentence that everyone had already understood the meaning behind Long Ao's words

What exactly is going on with Long Ao

Long Ziyou also stood up, respectfully performed a bow, and said in a very indifferent tone: "Grandfather, you once stipulated that the disciples of the Long family are not allowed to engage in internal strife. Now, the seventh brother has severely injured his three younger brothers, and I hope you will take responsibility for them."

This person is Long Ao

Seeing that grandfather was a bit unhappy, the four of them obediently sat down. In the Long family, Long Haoshi's authority was inviolable. Not to mention the third generation, even the second generation would not dare to breathe loudly in front of this family head

At this moment, the main hall of the Long family was filled with people

This is the punishment that grandfather imposed on the seventh son

Alright, we are all brothers, there is no need to escalate things like this, everyone disperse. Long Ying, the first person of the third generation of the Long family, had a somewhat unsightly expression on his face as he waved his hand, signaling everyone to disperse.

Long Ao did not pause for a moment and directly stepped into the hall. As soon as he entered, all eyes turned towards him; however, Long Ao remained unfazed and walked straight to Long Haoshi, bowing respectfully and asking, "Grandfather, did you call for me?"

The few people in Long'an were not fools; they instantly understood their grandfather's intention. Without a doubt, the Seventh Brother had just condensed his internal energy, making it the perfect time for him to practice martial arts. Although their grandfather's action appeared to be a punishment, ordering him to clean the martial arts hall, it was, in fact, a covert way to allow the Seventh Brother to practice the Long family martial arts while he cleaned the hall.

Starting from the second position, on both sides are seated Long Ying, Long Chen, Long Shi, Long Yi, Long Zi You, Long Pin Qiu, Long Feng, Long An, Long Zheng, Long Fang, and Long Meng

The head of the Long family, Long Haoshi, is seventy-five years old this year. His cultivation has already reached the pinnacle of the Tenth Layer of Internal Strength, making him one of the few martial artists at this level in Chihuo Town

However, since the failure of Long Ao's relentless refinement ten years ago, the Long family has exhausted all means without success. Both Long Haoshi and Long Yi have lost faith in Long Ao, especially Long Haoshi, who has not seen his grandson for a full eight years

Regarding Long Ziyou, everyone is gloating. What a joke, Long Ao wants to challenge Long Ziyou in the family internal test?

Grandfather, I am merely returning the favor in kind.

A once-great genius, now a failure, suddenly cultivated inner strength last night

Even if there are a myriad of grievances and dissatisfaction in their hearts, Long An and the others do not dare to confront grandfather with their arguments

This is not a punishment; it is clearly a reward. The Martial Arts Pavilion of the Long family is not accessible at all times. Entry is only permitted with the approval of Long Haoshi; otherwise, intruders will face severe penalties.

The Long family is the enterprise established by Long Haoshi single-handedly entering Chihuo Town. After thirty years of development, it has become one of the four prominent families in Chihuo Town

Available for instruction at any time

Grandfather, what shall we do about our situation? Lao Qi shamelessly ambushed us and nearly took our lives

Everything will be arranged by grandfather

It seems there is some surprise, Long Haoshi nodded slightly and said: "I heard that you have already refined your internal energy, so you will be part of this ghost-hunting operation."

Chihuo Town, Long Family Hall

All disciples of the third generation of the Long family have gathered together without exception. There are a total of thirteen individuals in the third generation of the Long family. Except for Long Ao, who has not yet condensed his internal energy, the remaining twelve have all successfully condensed their internal energy, reaching a level above the fourth stage of internal energy.

I see now

Long Ao, you are indeed ruthless, but remember this well, I will settle this score with you slowly.

It must be known that Long An and Long Zheng have already reached the fifth level of internal strength, so how could someone who has just condensed their internal strength possibly compare to them? Precisely for this reason, in the eyes of everyone, Long Ao's ability to turn the three of them into pig heads is attributed to a 99% chance of a sneak attack.

Hearing that Grandpa showed no sign of blaming the seventh son, Long An, Long Zheng, and Long Fang were completely anxious. Could it be that they had been deceived by Bai?

This morning, news came from Thundercloud City that the wanted criminal, Hei Gui, has arrived in Chihuo Town and has taken refuge in Chihuo Mountain. The three major families have just communicated with us, and in order to provide an opportunity for the young people to gain experience, you are also allowed to participate in this ghost-hunting operation.

Everyone stood up, respectfully bowing, and then they filed out one by one. However, Long An and a few others were completely dumbfounded, each finding it hard to believe.

Among the five sons of the Long family, only the eldest, Long Yi, has reached the tenth level of internal strength, and he is also the next head of the Long family

Upon hearing that grandfather was going to punish Long Ao, Long An and the others all showed expressions of delight. As for the others, there were those who mocked, those who were eager to watch the drama unfold, those who were indifferent, and those who felt sympathy, displaying a variety of expressions.

Within a year, for eleven months, Long Yi, Long Jian, Long Lin, and Long Hua were not in Chihuo Town, but rather far away in Leiyun City striving for their careers. Only the second son, Long Li, remained at the Long family to manage all internal affairs, both large and small.

Long Haoshi has five sons: the eldest, Long Yi, is also the biological father of Long Ao and is an only child; the second, Long Li; the third, Long Jian, is the father of Long Qianqian; the fourth, Long Lin, is the father of Long Ziyou, Long An, Long Zheng, and Long Fang; the fifth, Long Hua

The first seat in the upper row, without a doubt, belongs to the foremost figure of the Long family, the head of the Long family, Long Haoshi. Sitting in the first position on the left is Long Li, who oversees all matters, big and small, of the Long family

This evening, you will clean the Martial Arts Pavilion thoroughly, and everyone will return to rest well. Tomorrow morning, we will head to the Red Fire Mountain

Operation Beast Hunt

Long Ao, regardless of the circumstances, this matter is ultimately your fault, and I must provide an explanation to others

In the lobby, the third-generation owners looked at Long Ao with a mix of admiration and curiosity, wondering how this useless person managed to achieve such feats. Even if he had refined his internal energy, how could he possibly have turned the three of them into a mess?

Long Haoshi's eyes emitted a golden light as he stared at his grandson in silence. In this way, the entire hall fell into a moment of silence, with no one daring to speak first

From Long Haoshi to Long Meng, everyone is waiting for one person

In front of the Long family hall

Since ten years ago, when Long Ao's attempt to refine the cycle failed, resulting in his cultivation regressing to the Third Heaven and being unable to continue refining his internal energy, Long An and the other two have been causing trouble for Long Ao. This matter is known to everyone in the Long family.

Is it possible

After Long Ao left the hall, he discovered that everyone had not departed; instead, they were all blocking the entrance of the hall. In particular, Long Ziyou and a few others looked fierce and menacing, wishing they could directly kill him.

Yes, grandfather

Long Ao, you need not be so arrogant. In another month, it will be the family internal test. I hope to see your challenge; otherwise, you will have to kneel and apologize to them. If not, your fate will be very dire.

Long Ao, the most dazzling genius of the Long family ten years ago, made both Long Haoshi and Long Yi proud to have such a son and grandson