Chapter 1851 - 1848: A Guest

Chapter 1851: Chapter 1848: A Guest

The Head of Cheng Family’s face was grim, but he knew very well that if the opponent truly had the power to annihilate the Heavenly Cloud Gate, then their words were not mere alarmism!

On one side, there was the safety of the entire Cheng family, and on the other, the Wordless Heavenly Scripture that couldn’t be handed over! The Head of Cheng Family’s expression became extremely conflicted and unpleasant.

The masked man didn’t force the Head of Cheng Family but watched him with great interest, seemingly waiting for the Head of Cheng Family to make a decision.

When acquiring the Wordless Heavenly Scripture, the Head of Cheng Family had anticipated that someone might come to seize it, but he never expected the first to make a move would be a force he couldn’t resist.

Although he didn’t know the strength of Heaven’s Gate, being able to silently wipe out Heavenly Cloud Gate meant their power was something the Cheng family couldn’t contend with!

"The Wordless Heavenly Scripture has already acknowledged my daughter as its master!" The Head of Cheng Family took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "Moreover, my daughter is not here right now, even if she were, I still couldn’t bring out the Wordless Heavenly Scripture!"

The masked man’s expression changed: "Cheng Minxue is not on the airship? Are you joking? Our people have been watching you for a long time, and they saw Cheng Minxue board the airship with their own eyes, yet you dare to deceive us?"

The Head of Cheng Family replied calmly, "Do you think with the Wordless Heavenly Scripture in hand, I would blatantly take my daughter on an airship? In fact, I had already arranged for my daughter to leave from another place."

The masked man’s face grew grim: "Head of Cheng Family, are you refusing a toast only to drink a forfeit?"

The Head of Cheng Family calmly responded, "If possible, I certainly wish to hand over the Wordless Heavenly Scripture and establish a good relationship with your Heaven’s Gate, but unfortunately, the Wordless Heavenly Scripture is no longer in my possession!"

The masked man’s eyes narrowed slightly: "Originally, I didn’t want to resort to violence against the Cheng family, but since you cannot hand over the Wordless Heavenly Scripture, I must ask you to come with us!"

"What do you want to do!" A Cheng family expert behind the Head of Cheng Family stood up and shouted angrily.

The masked man replied blandly, "Our Heaven’s Gate is newly established, and we haven’t invited anyone over as a guest yet! Does the Head of Cheng Family have the slightest interest to come and be our guest? I think Miss Minxue would be thrilled to come for your company once she knows you are at our Heaven’s Gate, wouldn’t she?"

"Is that a threat?" the Head of Cheng Family said sternly.

The masked man smiled slightly, "Of course not, it’s merely an invitation for you to be our guest at Heaven’s Gate. I think the Head of Cheng Family would not deny us this courtesy, right?"

Saying this, the masked man’s voice turned cold: "If you do not give us this courtesy, then you are our enemy, and at that time we will not be so pleasant in our words, Head of Cheng Family, have you decided?"

The Head of Cheng Family sighed, looking at the dozens of experts in the Later Stage of the Firmament Realm around him, he understood, today he could not leave!

Now, even if the entire Canglan Commerce members on the airship were added up, they would not be a match for the opposition, let alone just the Cheng family alone?

"Since Heaven’s Gate generously invites, how could I, Cheng Qianjun, be impolite?" the Head of Cheng Family said sternly, "Let me give some instructions, and then I will go with you to Heaven’s Gate, how about that?"

The masked man gestured with his hand, "Please go ahead!"

The Head of Cheng Family let out a sigh, then turned and went back into the airship.

Returning to the airship, the people’s gazes on the Head of Cheng Family varied, with regret, worry, and even a fleeting glee at his misfortune.

"Ling Feng, Uncle Cheng, come with me!" The Head of Cheng Family, now disinclined to speak with other members of the commerce, directly called Ling Feng and Uncle Cheng into a room.

"Head, do you really have to go to Heaven’s Gate?" Uncle Cheng’s face was a bit anxious, "Why not take this opportunity to escape with Young Master Feng?"

The Head of Cheng Family shook his head, "Escape? That’s impossible. Besides whether we could escape unnoticed, even if there was a way to escape, do you think the others in the commerce would let us go?"

"Do you mean... how could they possibly stop us..." Uncle Cheng, though concerned, quickly realized it after hearing the Head’s words.

If the Head of Cheng Family disappears, others on the airship would have to bear the wrath of Heaven’s Gate. Thus, they absolutely would not allow the Head of Cheng Family to leave; in fact, there might already be someone watching over the Cheng family.

The Head of Cheng Family spoke solemnly, "Now my time is tight, so I’ll make it brief. My trip to Heaven’s Gate, the best outcome would be house arrest; it’s likely to be more harm than good, so once you return to the Cheng family, the first thing you need to do is elect a new Family Head!"

Uncle Cheng was shocked, "Head, how could that be, we must rescue you!"

The Head of Cheng Family waved his hand, interrupting Uncle Cheng, "Uncle Cheng, if the opponents truly have the power to annihilate Heavenly Cloud Gate, then the Cheng family is certainly no match for them—

to rescue me, you might have to sacrifice Xiaoxue, which I do not want to see!"

Uncle Chen and Ling Feng fell silent, acknowledging the truth in his words.

"After I go to Heaven’s Gate, you should elect a new Family Head and gather all Cheng family members to move away from the original residence to our emergency shelter!" The Head of Cheng Family said solemnly, "As for Xiaoxue, do not inform her of this, let her focus on comprehending the Wordless Heavenly Scripture. Once she comprehends it, she can rescue me!"

"Ling Feng!" At this moment, the Head of Cheng Family turned to Ling Feng: "I originally wanted to take you back to Cheng family for a proper welcome, but it seems I shall have to break that promise. You are a distinguished guest of our Cheng family, perhaps a kinsman who could be our savior. I believe there’s something in the Cheng family you desire."

"As for Xiaoxue, I leave her in your care!" The Head of Cheng Family grasped Ling Feng’s hand and said, "Although it’s somewhat selfish of me, please fulfill a father’s request to protect her, ensure she doesn’t act rashly!"

Ling Feng sighed, "Is there really no other way?"

𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

The Head of Cheng Family shook his head: "There’s no way; their strength surpasses us by too much! In the Ancient Ruins, power is king; this is already the best solution!"

"But I doubt they will let things rest easily," Ling Feng frowned and said.

"Certainly not, which is why I am having the new Family Head lead all Cheng family members to the emergency shelter, where it’s relatively safe, even Heaven’s Gate can’t find it there!" The Head of Cheng Family said gravely: "Alright, that’s all I’ve thought of, make sure you remember!"

"Head!" Uncle Cheng’s eyes turned red; for the Head of the Cheng Family to be taken by the opponents was a humiliation he had never experienced, it was a severe slap to the face of the Cheng family!

The Head of Cheng Family smiled slightly, patted Uncle Cheng’s shoulder, "Winning or losing is part of life, there’s no need to dwell on it. At least my life is not in immediate danger. I’m leaving, the Cheng family...is entrusted to you!"

Ling Feng took a deep breath and said earnestly, "Uncle Cheng, as long as I am here, I will definitely protect Xiaoxue!"

"I believe in you!"