Chapter 0004: The Beigong Family
Although he understands this, it does not mean that Ren Cangqiong is willing to be suppressed in terms of momentum by the opponent
At this moment, Beigong Xia even had a strange thought: the Beigong family seemed to have somewhat misjudged this young man! Attempting to obtain the Moonlight Medal from him would likely not be so easy
However, it was only overlooked that Ren Cangqiong did not inquire about the reasons at all, but directly asked for a solution
"Patriarch Beigong, speak up, how do you intend to resolve this?" Ren Cangqiong asked directly, his gaze sharp as a sword, piercing straight at Beigong Yu.
Although Beigong Yao is also sixteen years old and has not awakened the seed of the Great Dao.
It is important to understand that for an ordinary family force, establishing a relationship with the Heavenly Pavilion, even if it is with the most peripheral forces of the Pavilion, is a matter of great pride and a significant event worthy of extensive promotion
Ren Cangqiong glanced lightly in the direction of Ren Xinghe and asked softly
Consider this clearly; how could Ren Cangqiong be compared to Beigong Xia? He merely smiled faintly, said no more unnecessary words, and casually waved his hand: "Lead the way ahead"
This left Beigong Xia feeling somewhat at a loss, but after all, he was an old hand at this. With a half-smile, he looked at Ren Cangqiong and said, "Young Master Ren, are you interested? My family head would like to invite you to the Beigong residence."
"Chief of the Beigong clan, what do you mean by this?"
As soon as the Moonlight Medal appeared, the atmosphere at the scene seemed to suddenly freeze
In the previous life, the Beigong family, like other families in Yunluo City, held little distinction in Ren Cangqiong's eyes
However, in the final battle of her previous life, Beigong Yao had the qualification to retreat early, yet she chose to stay, which led Ren Cangqiong to hold the Beigong family in higher regard after his rebirth
Although Yunluo City is not small, this distance is insignificant for a martial artist. Before long, the Beigong residence was right in front of them
Recalling the final battle with the demon clan, and that strange collaboration with Beigong Yao, a mischievous thought suddenly arose in my mind. I coldly laughed and said: "What? Is it possible that Clan Leader Beigong Yu, seeing his daughter's Dao seed unable to awaken for so long, intends to recruit me as a son-in-law to awaken the Dao seed together?"
A beam of brilliance suddenly shot from Ren Cangqiong's eyes, sweeping past Beigong Xia before returning to calmness. Suddenly, he spread his palm and said: "Is this what the Beigong family has painstakingly strived for?"
Ren Cangqiong secretly cursed, calling him an old fox, clearly delighted in his heart, yet finding an excuse to challenge me, demanding the Level 3 Moonlight Medal, while pretending to be frustrated with my lack of progress
Therefore, each Moonlight Medal represents a tremendous temptation and a top-tier treasure for Yunluo City
Beigong Xia understood the clan leader's thoughts and chuckled, "Ren Er Shao, you two brothers are indeed prominent figures in Yunluo City. I wonder what the consequences would be if the actions of the eldest son of the Ren family, who engages in petty theft and deceit, were to be made public"
His tone was so mocking that it was evident he did not take Ren Cangqiong, this sixteen-year-old boy, seriously at all
Ren Cangqiong saw that Beigong Xia was no longer beating around the bush and let out a soft laugh
In summary, there are numerous benefits
Ren Cangqiong revealed a meaningful smile, as if everything was within his expectations
Relying on one's father? It seems he no longer has a father to rely on
These small abacuses, Cang Qiong naturally understood in his heart
This person is Beigong Xia, the younger brother of Beigong Yu, the clan leader of the Beigong family, who barely ranks within the top ten in the family hierarchy
According to memories from a past life, the Beigong family is using my elder brother as leverage, and their aim is nothing more than this Level 3 Moonlight Medal left by my father
Ren Cangqiong remained composed, his gaze calm, casting a fleeting glance at Beigong Xia. This glance carried a hint of indifference, reminiscent of a cold stare from a painting.
Here it comes
However, Ren Xinghe felt that he could definitely guess that at this moment, his younger brother's face must be filled with disgust and disdain
Although at this moment, Ren Cangqiong already had a comprehensive plan, he was unwilling to let Beigong Xia gain the upper hand in terms of momentum
Upon entering the main gate, one is greeted by the elites of the Beigong family on both sides, each displaying a range of expressions—some mocking, some sneering, some glaring, and some disdainful. Despite the variety of appearances, their behaviors are strikingly similar.
Haha, it is often said that a hero's son is also a hero. However, Ren Dongliu, who was once renowned, has given birth to a pair of sons who are quite the opposite.
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This undoubtedly disrupted Beigong Yu's plans directly
Beigong Yu felt a chill in his heart; this young man was quite different from the rumors. He had anticipated various reactions from Ren Cangqiong.
His composed demeanor naturally came as quite a surprise to Beigong Xia. Beigong Xia couldn't help but wonder internally whether it was necessary to reassess this young man
Apart from the sound of someone from the Beigong family swallowing, the scene was utterly silent. Only pairs of burning eyes were fixed intently on the palm of Ren Cangqiong.
It is evident how coveted and eye-catching the Moonlight Medal in Ren Cangqiong's home is
The consequences are naturally imaginable. Although Ren Xinghe would certainly be unable to continue and his reputation would be tarnished, even Ren Dongliu's lifetime of glory would likely be cast aside as well
As he approached, he laughed heartily and said: "Haha, Young Master Ren is quite leisurely. It is rumored that Young Master Ren is bedridden, yet he appears to be full of vigor. It seems that one cannot fully trust the rumors circulating outside."
Everything, let's wait and see
Familiar with Ren Cangqiong's irritable personality, Beigong Xia planned to exploit this character flaw, intending to provoke Ren Cangqiong with just a few words. However, this time, he felt somewhat disappointed
However, Ren Cangqiong remained composed. After the battle with the demon clan, having experienced the cycle of life and death, he was already capable of maintaining a calm demeanor in such circumstances
Thinking of this, Ren Xinghe's heart was filled with bitterness and helplessness
However, the current Ren Cangqiong is not the same as the Ren Cangqiong of the past. With five years of memories, he has learned to plan for the long term and possesses foresight and a broader perspective that others do not have
Glancing casually towards the street, I noticed that the envoy of the Beigong family was already striding over from across the street
Once the test is passed, one can directly qualify for the outer circle of the Heavenly Pavilion; those who perform exceptionally may even enter the headquarters of the Heavenly Pavilion for cultivation directly
He suddenly came to a halt, his eyes wide open; the wild killing intent born from the experience of life and death made his gaze instantly as cold as a blade
A strategy that kills three birds with one stone suddenly came to mind
Ren Xinghe, bound tightly, was suspended from a large tree in the courtyard of the Beigong residence
In the blink of an eye, the group of Beigong clansmen who had just been chattering away fell utterly silent, as if struck by a chill
As time passes, there are only three Moonlight Medals currently existing in Yunluo City
Ren Cangqiong raised his eyebrows slightly, his forehead also relaxing, and suddenly stood up
How could Ren Cangqiong not know? This is Beigong Yu setting a trap for him, using these words to suppress his momentum, distract his thoughts, and weaken his psychological defenses
However, this is not the reason for his compromise with the Beigong family
The envoy saw Ren Cangqiong sitting at the entrance of the courtyard, a slight smirk playing at the corners of his mouth, revealing a hint of mockery. It seemed he had already prepared his words for the journey, contemplating how to create an imposing atmosphere, how to suppress Ren Cangqiong, and how to make him obediently submit.
This Second Young Master, it is said, is also a martial artist who possesses the seed of the Great Way? Or is he the heir of the Moonlight Medal? It seems he is not that impressive after all
The three-tiered Moonlight Medal is conferred by the mysterious force known as the Celestial Pavilion, and it naturally symbolizes not only honor but also the pursuit of knowledge.
Various gestures and whispers, expressed with a well-mastered sense of "degree," are very subtle, allowing Ren Cangqiong to hear them, yet not to the extent of causing an immediate confrontation
In the border city of Yunluo, the total number of Moonlight Medals awarded throughout history has never exceeded 20
As the head of the Beigong family and one of the ten clan leaders of Yunluo City, Beigong Yu also values his dignity. Although he is scheming for the Moonlight Medal, it is somewhat difficult for him to articulate this intention. After all, Beigong Yu had a relationship, neither too deep nor too shallow, with the father of these two brothers, Ren Dongliu, back in the day.
The most terrifying aspect is that once such matters reach the family, the punishment from the family is the most lethal. In the previous life, the series of subsequent reactions to this incident can almost be said to have directly ruined Ren Xinghe.
Originally intending to portray the lofty demeanor of Beigong Xia, he suddenly realized that, in terms of posture and bearing, the other party was already looking down on him.
However, the rumors surrounding Ren Dongliu have now become widely known, and in the eyes of the world, Ren Dongliu is already a thing of the past. Although Ren Cangqiong possesses the seed of the Great Dao, he has yet to awaken even at the age of sixteen.
I am unworthy; do you, with your thieving nature, deserve any better?" Beigong Xia scoffed coldly
A few years ago, before the rumors about the incident involving Ren Dongliu, the father of the Ren Cangqiong brothers, had surfaced, Ren Cangqiong naturally enjoyed a favorable position due to his father's status, as the saying goes, "when the water rises, the boat rises"
The Beigong family seems to want to give Ren Cangqiong a show of strength, deploying a significant display of power, with almost all the strong members of the family mobilized
The young man before him showed none of the reactions he had anticipated
Hmph, Ren Er Shao, you two brothers are, after all, the bloodline of Dong Liu. Your elder brother is truly unworthy, actually breaking into a room to commit theft, engaging in petty activities within my Beigong family. According to the laws of Yunluo City, my Beigong family has the right to administer private punishment
Beigong Xiahe - Picture - Book Cold Smile: "Ren Er Shao, it is important for a person to have self-awareness. A few years ago, your words might have had some merit, but now, do you really think you are a toad yawning—what a bold claim!"
Regarding one's own conditions, at the age of sixteen without having awakened the seed of the Great Path, the possibility of awakening again in the cultivation world is already exceedingly slim
However, at least Beigong Yao has a father to rely on. Moreover, even if her Great Dao seed has not awakened, her cultivation talent is still exceptional. In Yunluo City, although she cannot compare to those few geniuses who have awakened their Great Dao seeds, she remains an undisputed leader among her peers.
Seeing that Ren Cangqiong remained silent, Beigong Xia assumed he was in the wrong and stepped closer, saying: "If you do not wish for your esteemed father to be disgraced, if you do not want your inept brother to face the family laws of the Ren clan, and if you do not want your lineage to become a laughingstock in the noble circles, there is only one choice—hand over the Moonlight Medal left by your father."
What descendants of the heavenly pavilion, merely thieves and their offspring
Momentum
This young man possesses an extraordinary presence
Ren Xinghe suddenly exclaimed: "Beigong Xia, why don't you take a look in the mirror? Do you really think you deserve the Moonlight Medal?"
Individuals who possess the Moonlight Medal are eligible to receive a substantial reward from the branches of the Celestial Pavilion every five years. They may also undertake some paid tasks from the Celestial Pavilion, and there is an opportunity for a test every five years.
Beigong Yu's face turned ashen, and he said angrily
Ren Cangqiong organized his thoughts slightly and found numerous solutions. Among them, the core approach must revolve around making some moves regarding Beigong Yao
When the eyes of the two brothers met, Ren Xinghe felt a deep sense of shame and revealed a trace of helpless bitterness, turning his head away. Because of his profound love for this younger brother, Ren Xinghe could not bear to see the expression on his brother's face at that moment
This implies that Ren Cangqiong's current position is quite awkward