Yuanshan City, Qian Family.
As the only big family in Yuanshan City with a king-level warrior at the peak, the Qian family's residence stands at the core of the city, and the family's property is also built extremely luxuriously.
In the past.
When the members of the Qian family went out, they would hold their chests high and their heads raised, enjoying the envious looks of countless warriors throughout the city.
But all this.
They all shattered within half a month.
Half a month ago.
The head of the family who went on an adventure suddenly returned seriously injured, which shocked the whole family.
After all, the head of the family is the only king-level warrior in the entire family, but now he is seriously injured. If something goes wrong, the family will face catastrophe.
Good thing.
The owner's injuries are not incurable, and they only need time to recover slowly.
As for the valuable treasure that he had to bring back even after a narrow escape, it was an even greater surprise. If he could possess it, the entire Qian family might become prosperous and become the top family in the sanctuary.
However.
For some reason, this news suddenly spread, and it immediately aroused the covetousness of countless forces. However, these forces were afraid of the strength of the head of the Qian family, so they did not dare to act without authorization.
But the Shadow King didn't know where he got the news, and threatened to ask the Qian family to hand over the treasure, otherwise, the Qian family would be destroyed within three days.
Today is the second day.
Tomorrow is the three-day appointment mentioned by the Shadow King. If he really comes, how should the Qian family deal with it?
Although the head of the family has invited many friends.
but……
That Shadow King was a powerful man who had killed the God of War!
Not to mention that there were not many people coming to help him. Even if there were, how could they be the Shadow King's opponent?
Yes.
Not to mention that the outside world is not optimistic about the Qian family in private. Even within the Qian family, everyone is holding a pessimistic attitude at this moment.
…
Qian Mansion.
In the main hall.
At this moment, Qian Heng, the head of the family, was sitting in the main seat, listening to the report of an elder.
"Mr. Xu Da wrote back and said that he is exploring a secret place and has no time to come here for the time being. Let us find a way!"
"After receiving the letter, the Lost Soul King directly fired out the manpower we sent out, and even threatened to have nothing to do with my Qian family."
"As for the Mahayana King, he can't be found at all, and he doesn't know where he went."
"And King Zhentian... also refused."
Listening to the elder's report, Qian Heng, who was sitting in the main seat, looked even more ugly. Because he was seriously injured, his face looked extremely pale.
First he coughed a few times, and then said: "How many people are here now?"
"For the time being, only the King of Blue Water and the King of Demon Slayer have come, and they have been arranged in the guest room, but... judging from their intentions, they seem to have the intention to retreat!" said the elder.
Listen to these words.
Before Qian Heng could say anything, an elder next to him couldn't help but shouted angrily: "These white-eyed wolves, when they were supported by the family master, they would arrive one at a time if there was an errand. But now when they are really used, they all resist." !”
"Especially the Lost Soul King. When he was able to enter the King Realm, it was because you, the head of the family, explored the secret realm with him and personally helped him entangle a seventh-level ferocious beast, so that he could successfully obtain the valuable treasure. I didn't expect that he would directly threaten us now. It doesn’t matter, he’s just so heartless!”
"King Zhentian was seriously injured. It was the head of the family who took out the treasured elixirs to save him. You even took out so many yuan stones every year to invite him as offerings. But over the years, when things happen, you either shirk the blame or give in. This time he even refused outright, doesn’t he feel a little bit guilty?!”
"good!"
"And the Mahayana King. If it weren't for you, the head of the family, how could he have the status he has today!"
"These white-eyed wolves!"
"When things happen, I will shirk the blame!"
The other elders also spoke one after another, their words full of anger.
Listening to everyone's words, Qian Heng couldn't help clenching his fists.
He was originally just a casual cultivator. He got a chance when he was young and worked his way up from the bottom. As a result, he was deeply accustomed to the cruelty between warriors. At the same time, he also understood how much help a powerful warrior could get.
Therefore, when he entered the king's realm, he founded a family and made friends enthusiastically.
in order.
One day, when he died unexpectedly, these friends could help him take care of the Qian family. They did not hesitate to spend a lot of money for this, and even made many elders complain.
But Qian Heng believes that it is all worth it.
Make friends with sincerity, and you will definitely get sincerity in return.
But who knows...
The scene he faced today gave him a profound insight into the warmth and warmth of human nature and the harshness of the world.
"That's it!"
Let out a long sigh.
Qian Heng waved his hand and said helplessly: "It is human nature to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages. Now everyone in the outside world knows that my Qian family is being targeted by the Shadow King, and it is bound to be a dead end. They don't dare to come, and they don't want to lose their lives in vain. , there’s nothing to say.”
Finished.
He asked with some anticipation: "Where is my good friend Wang Cheng?"
"Wang Cheng promised to come yesterday. According to time estimates, he should arrive at noon today, but... I haven't seen him yet."
The elder shook his head and said pessimistically: "He probably won't come either!"
Hear this.
Qian Heng couldn't help but sigh.
The voice was full of desolation and helplessness.
"Could it be..."
"Is the way I used to make friends really wrong?"
He couldn't help but think to himself.
And at this time.
"Master, there is someone outside who claims to be Wang Cheng's friend and said he came to Qian's Mansion upon invitation!"
Outside the hall, a voice suddenly came.
Hear this.
Qian Heng was stunned for a moment, then suddenly showed a hint of joy: "I knew it, I knew my brother Wang Cheng would never break the promise... Hurry, invite him in quickly."
Not a moment.
A Qian family warrior came in with a young warrior in black robes.
"My dear, Chu Mo, I have met the head of the Qian family!"
The person who came was none other than Chu Mo.
He had to shrink to the ground, but he had actually arrived an hour ago, but he did not enter the Qian family immediately. Instead, he first inquired about the Qian family's news in the city.
According to Chu Mo’s idea.
If the Qian family is full of evil, then they will first kill the Shadow King and then directly snatch this valuable treasure.
If the Qian family is virtuous, then they might as well help.
After some inquiring.
Chu Mo showed up after learning that the Qian family was well-known in the local area.
"I've met Mr. Chu!"
Qian Heng stood up, first saluted Chu Mo, and then asked eagerly: "Where is my brother Wang Cheng? Where is he?"
Chu Mo said: "Wang Chenglai was chased by a level seven ferocious beast on his way here. He was seriously injured and could not come away for the time being. Therefore, he entrusted Chu to come and protect the safety of the Qian family... This is his handwritten letter. Please read it. ."
Said.
He took out the letter and handed it over.
"Brother Wang Cheng was seriously injured. This is really... is there any serious problem now?"
Qian Heng took it and asked with some concern.
Chu Mo said: "It's okay, it just shakes some of the foundations. It can be cured with a little care for a period of time."
"That's good."
Qian Heng was relieved.
Then, he started to read the letter, but soon he frowned.
After a while.
He put down the letter, glanced at Chu Mo, and said with some hesitation: "Mr. Chu, this time we are dealing with the Shadow King at the peak of the King Realm. He has also killed the God of War warrior, and his strength is unfathomable, and you..."
"I see that your cultivation level is only at the early stage of King Realm. There is a great risk of falling when facing the Shadow King... This is not something you can interfere with. You should leave here as soon as possible!"
He spoke to persuade.
Despite the letter, Wang Cheng admired Chu Mo quite a lot.
But in Qian Heng's view, Chu Mo was only a warrior in the early stage of the King Realm after all, and it was difficult to put him to any use.
"Master Qian, Mr. Chu came here on an entrustment. Since he agreed, why should he give up halfway?"
Chu Mo said with a smile.
"this……"
"Since Brother Chu insists on this, I won't put on any pretense!"
Qian Heng said: "Now that our Qian family is facing a life and death crisis, Mr. Chu volunteered to help. This kind of behavior makes me admire him!"
"If my Qian family can survive safely, I will be grateful afterwards!"
"certainly……"
"If the Shadow King really comes and is unstoppable, Mr. Chu should run away as soon as possible if he has the chance!"
It can be seen that Qian Heng is still a little disappointed with Chu Mo's strength.
But after all, it was Wang Cheng who commissioned it, and Chu Mo still voluntarily stayed here, so he was very happy and was quite polite to Chu Mo.
Hearing these words, Chu Mo nodded.
Subsequently.
The two exchanged some pleasantries, and Qian Heng asked a warrior from the Qian family to take Chu Mo to the guest room to rest.
Wait for them until the end.
The elder who had been standing nearby and had never spoken suddenly said: "Master, in my opinion, Wang Cheng must not have dared to come. Otherwise, how could he have encountered a vicious beast on the road by chance and suffered such injuries?" Seriously injured?!"
"That's right! What a coincidence!"
"As for this Chu Mo, in my opinion, he is just a stupid young man who was bewitched by Wang Cheng and deliberately deceived him to die!"
"Alas...the world is so cold!"
"My Qian family is in danger this time!"
Several elders are very pessimistic.
As for Qian Heng, he didn't say anything.
But he also sighed silently.
So far.
His Qian family had just invited three king-level warriors.
Two of them are thinking of quitting, and one is only in the early stage of King Realm.
And he.
Although he was in the late stage of King Realm, he was seriously injured and could not exert much combat power.
Facing the attack of the Shadow King, there was not much resistance at all.
Could it be...
His Qian family was really about to be destroyed.
Or maybe.
Are you really going to give that valuable treasure to the Shadow King?
Thoughts were surging in his mind, and he was stunned for a moment.
…
At this time, Chu Mo had returned to the guest room arranged by the Qian family.
As for what the elders of the Qian family said after he left, Chu Mo naturally heard it - even though there were formations in the hall, they couldn't stop his ears.
but.
Chu Mo didn't pay too much attention.
This time his purpose was to gain the talent of the Shadow King and the opportunities related to that important treasure.
Everything else.
You will find out when the Shadow King arrives.
Thinking like this.
Chu Mo sat cross-legged and waited quietly.
