Exploding God

Chapter 1136 Coup

The steep, pen-holder-like mountains pierce through the white clouds, soaring high into the sky.

If someone crosses the mountainside, they have passed through the clouds, and their view will be able to clearly see the magnificent palaces and pavilions higher up.

This is the residence of the powerful Tantai family of Dongdi.

The usually quiet entrance to the Tantai residence was now bustling with people standing in distinct groups.

The three leaders exuded an imposing aura, clearly the leaders of their respective teams.

"We still haven't been able to contact the Song family?"

"There's no need to wait. The Song family has never been one to mingle with others, but I never expected that they wouldn't even step forward for such an important matter."

"Haven't you gotten used to it yet? The Song family has been living in seclusion for quite some time now..."

"In that case, let's not count the Song family then, and they won't need to share the spoils." A burly man with a bushy beard, annoyed by the noise, slammed his voice down, silencing the surrounding commotion.

The surrounding martial artists glanced at him with displeasure, but no one actually spoke up to rebuke him; their eyes revealed a hint of apprehension.

Who told this person to be Zhao Luanyan, the Zhao family's top retainer, who had fought his way in and out of Jingyang Mountain seven times!

With Jingyang Mountain as their backdrop, the Zhao family's ever-present mist soldiers grant their warriors combat prowess far exceeding that of others in the same realm.

Zhao Luanyan is one of the best among them.

He made no attempt to conceal his Twelve Star Realm strength, and for many years he never refused any challenge. He has never lost since his debut and has secured his position as the First Elder based on his illustrious achievements.

In this vast plaza of the military base, if Zhao Luanyan considers himself second, no one would dare to presume to claim first place.

The doorman of the Tantai family stared coldly at the large group of martial artists.

Three families came up the mountain today: the Zhao family, the Gu family, and the Changsun family. They all came uninvited.

To the doorman, these guys were all hideous.

He should have been afraid, but his powerful family background gave him the confidence to glare at them angrily.

Of course, it was just glaring...

Unfortunately, his gaze was directed at the blind man.

How could a powerful martial artist like Zhao Luanyan, who was strong enough to suppress an entire region single-handedly, care about the gaze of a mere doorman?

Although most martial artists were unhappy with Zhao Luanyan's loud shouts, the leading martial artists had to admit that in such a chaotic scene, they needed someone like Zhao Luanyan who had a big temper and strong martial arts skills.

For example, right now, after he finished speaking, no one raised any objections for more than half a minute.

"Brother Zhao is right."

"The Song family is devoted to spiritual cultivation and has no desire to participate in worldly affairs."

The leaders of the Gu and Changsun families clasped their fists in agreement, which silenced the discussions within their respective groups.

"Haha, you two brothers are very generous." Zhao Luanyan was very satisfied with their answer, especially when he heard the subtle flattery in their words.

He then looked at the somewhat nervous doorman and said impatiently, "Go and call your master out!"

This was the fierce shout of a 12-star martial artist. The terrifying aura that swept in like a hurricane froze the doorman in place, his face turning pale.

"Brother Zhao, why make things difficult for a mere child?"

Just as the doorman was trembling, a large hand suddenly appeared and patted the doorman's shoulder, startling him. But he reacted in an instant, and his eyes lit up.

"Elder."

The doorman bowed excitedly.

"You may stand aside."

The owner of that hand emerged from the shadows and appeared clearly before everyone.

This is a man with calm eyes and a resolute face.

Judging by his appearance alone, he might look no more than thirty-seven or thirty-eight, but if you look into his insightful eyes, you might think he's fifty or sixty.

His casual stance at that moment caused the martial artists present to involuntarily shrink back.

Even the arrogant Zhao Luanyan showed a hint of fear in his eyes at this moment.

The man before me, whose appearance has remained unchanged for nearly twenty years, is arguably the most dangerous person in the Tantai family—Tantai Zhongyi!

He thought that with his strength that had reached the Twelfth Star Realm, he would be able to dominate all sides, but when this man appeared, the confidence in his heart began to crack.

It's not that I lack confidence... it's just that the aura the other person unintentionally exudes is too oppressive!

Zhao Luanyan was somewhat displeased and said, "If it weren't for this, the Grand Elder might not have come out."

"The Tantai family is right here, so what's wrong with me coming out? Does Brother Zhao perhaps wish to learn a few moves from me?"

Tantai Zhongyi lowered his eyelids slightly, his tone somewhat cold.

Zhao Luanyan was furious and about to explode, but for some reason, he held back and snorted coldly, "I didn't come here today to have a good talk. If the Grand Elder doesn't mind, let's talk right here."

Tantai Zhongyi looked at Zhao Luanyan indifferently, and just as the other party was about to speak, he suddenly chuckled and stepped aside to let the door open.

"Since you're here, you're a guest. My Tantai family knows how to be polite."

Humph.

Zhao Luanyan appeared arrogant, which everyone assumed was a response to his earlier displeasure. Only he knew that it was a way to mask the relief he felt after letting out a long sigh of relief.

Honestly, he really didn't want to face Tantai Zhongyi.

"I'll definitely ask to learn a thing or two someday if I get the chance." Leaving behind a statement that was half polite and half threatening, Zhao Luanyan took the lead and walked in.

The other martial artists followed suit.

As Changsun Mingjie passed by, he saw Tantai Zhongyi's ambiguous smile and was immediately taken aback. He then clasped his hands in greeting and said, "Today's situation is unavoidable. If there is an opportunity another day, please invite Brother Tantai to visit Jade Marrow Valley. The Patriarch will certainly treat you well."

Without waiting for a response, he walked straight inside.

This reaction made Tantai Zhongyi squint his eyes.

[It's not quite what I expected.]

Changsun Mingjie spoke calmly, without any pretense or concealment.

Did the Changsun family not play a role in this?

Changsun Xuanying, who was known for his virtue, did not appear.

It was initially assumed that Changsun Mingjie had come on a mission, but it seems that's not the case...

So the Gu family and the Zhao family are the ones who came with ill intentions today?

Tantai Zhongyi had made up his mind. After the group of martial artists entered, he smiled and nodded to the last person, then casually ordered, "Close the door."

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Council chamber.

"I won't beat around the bush. The last divination my ancestor performed with his life foretold the great calamity of the Wuyuan Plain."

Zhao Luanyan entered the council hall and saw Tantai Zhi, the head of the Tantai family, sitting in the center.

"I believe the Tantai family head and the Grand Elder already know how to deal with this calamity."

"We have come here today for only one request... that the Tantai family reopen the gate to the realm. We urge the Tantai family head not to refuse, for there is no point in lying."

When they heard the words "Boundary Gate," many people present held their breath.

This is the foundation of the Tantai family's existence, and they have personally demonstrated to the world the astonishing benefits that come from controlling the interdimensional gate passage.

But usually these are just scattered rumors. Who would have thought that today Zhao Luanyan would expose this matter in front of everyone in the huge council hall?

For the Tantai family, this was a coup!

After Zhao Luanyan finished speaking, he slightly twisted his shoulders and clenched his fists, as if preparing for the impending conflict.

But to everyone's surprise, the head of the Tantai family did not feel the expected anger upon hearing this; instead, he felt a sense of resentment.

What kind of look is that?

Zhao Luanyan felt that his train of thought had been completely disrupted.

Changsun Mingjie, on the other hand, truly did not know... he did not know why the Tantai family head was acting this way, just as he did not know that the true mission he was carrying on this trip was deception.

"Let me inform you all on behalf of the patriarch. The key to open the gate has been lost, and it is feared that the young master, Tantai Cang, has perished."

When Tantai Zhongyi spoke, the room fell silent for a moment, then erupted in uproar.

To everyone's surprise, Tantai Zhongyi turned his gaze to Zhao Luanyan.

"We urge the Zhao family to open the forbidden area of ​​Jingyang Mountain. Don't tell us you don't know how to smuggle yourself to Earth."

Your mother—

Zhao Luanyan immediately thought of traditional Chinese culture when he opened his mouth.

(End of this chapter)