Chapter 275: The Esteemed Figure in Others’ Eyes

“Hurry… hurry! The best chef in the family, prepare the most sumptuous feast for me immediately!”

Yao Tian tumbled down from the void, rolling and scrambling to his feet, before immediately roaring out. His voice was so loud that it echoed throughout the entire Yao family’s territory.

Yao Tian had not sent his own children to the Sea of Graves for training this time. From the moment this situation arose at the Sea of Graves, Yao Tian sensed that something unusual was happening.

As the sole ruler of the City of Graves, the Yao family had cultivated countless disciples over the years, some even stronger than his own children. Therefore, there was no need for his children to take unnecessary risks.

“Head of the Family, what’s…” The Yao family steward ran over from a distance, glancing left and right in confusion. Why hadn’t the disciples who had accompanied the head of the family returned, and why did the head seem so frantic? Could something have happened?

“Hurry! Issue the order immediately—have the best chefs prepare the finest and most lavish meal for me. If it isn’t ready within one incense stick’s time, execute them all!” Yao Tian commanded fiercely.

Upon hearing this, the steward was momentarily stunned, astonished at never having seen the head of the family so urgent and agitated. However, after years of service within the Yao family, he quickly sprang into action.

At that moment, a figure descended from the sky. When some of the family disciples saw this figure, their hearts trembled at the overwhelming aura it exuded.

“Ancestor…” Seeing the figure arrive, Yao Tian hurried forward respectfully, though inwardly he felt wronged. During the recent crisis, the ancestor had abandoned him.

But who was he to complain? The figure before him was the family’s revered ancestor—and also his grandfather. No matter how angry he might be, there was nothing he could do about it.

“This is a rare opportunity. Issue the order to gather the younger generation and have them accompany me later. If we can establish a good relationship with that formidable existence, it will serve as a valuable backing for our Yao family,” the revered ancestor of the Yao family said steadily.

He had his own thoughts. That terrifying being appeared young, but his actual age was hard to estimate. Bringing the family’s disciples along and hoping that one of them could establish a good relationship with that being would serve as a valuable card for the Yao family.

Although the Yao family was a powerful clan in the Eastern Ling Continent, unpredictable calamities could strike at any time. It was difficult to guarantee that the Yao family could maintain its legacy generation after generation.

If a day ever came when the family faced annihilation, they could plead for help from that being. Perhaps, out of old sentimentality, he might come to their aid.

That, to the Yao family, would be their greatest trump card. Though it might seem insignificant in ordinary times, it could become a crucial factor in a life-or-death moment.

“Yes, Ancestor.” Yao Tian nodded, his figure immediately splitting into several beams of light as he summoned his sons.

Soon, the five young masters of the Yao family were brought before him. They had no idea what was happening, but along the way, they had heard their father’s explanation and understood.

They were to establish a good relationship with a terrifyingly powerful cultivator.

What excited them even more was the implication: whoever succeeded in forging a strong bond with this cultivator would be the next head of the Yao family.

Upon hearing this, the five of them were visibly thrilled.

No matter what it took—even if it meant sacrificing their pride—they had to win the favor of that mighty being.

“Great Grandfather…” Upon arriving at the scene, the five of them respectfully and excitedly saluted the old man before them.

This was the Yao family’s greatest ace—the only one who had reached the peak of the Grand Heaven Realm.

The reason the City of Graves had been able to maintain its presence in the Sea of Graves for so long was entirely due to this Great Grandfather.

“Hmm.” The Yao ancestor nodded slightly, his cloudy eyes suddenly flashing with sharp brilliance.

“Where is that child, Wu Xie?” the ancestor asked.

Upon hearing this, the five were momentarily stunned. The sixth younger brother? What was the point of bringing that good-for-nothing along? In their eyes, that useless sixth brother lacked talent and sense, spending his days indulging in pleasures. What use could he possibly be?

“Ancestor, Wu Xie… is idle and disrespectful. I fear that if he angers that being, it might lead to disaster,” Yao Tian said with concern.

“Go get him. He is still a member of the Yao family and must not be absent,” the ancestor said with displeasure. Deep down, he truly liked Wu Xie.

It was just that the child was unfortunate. With such mediocre talent, in the noble families of the Eastern Ling Continent, he had already been branded a failure.

“Teng Fei, go get your younger brother,” Yao Tian ordered.

“Yes, Father.” Yao Teng Fei, the fifth and youngest of the Yao siblings, sneered slightly but complied. Since the ancestor had spoken, he had no choice but to obey. Thus, he headed toward Wu Xie’s residence.

Inside Wu Xie’s dwelling at that moment:

Wu Xie was still studying the information in his mind.

“Titan-grade Demon Body?”

What kind of thing was that? Training by getting beaten? Was this a joke? Brother Lin was really something—was there actually such a cultivation method in this world?

But recalling Lin Fan’s serious expression, Wu Xie stroked his chin thoughtfully before making a decision. After all, there would be plenty of opportunities to get beaten in the future. Since that was the case, he might as well give it a try.

“Sixth Brother.” Just as Wu Xie was about to go out for a stroll, a shout came from outside the door.

Wu Xie’s expression changed. Did it have to be like this? Had they gotten addicted to beating him? Was it now a daily routine for his five older brothers to take turns beating him?

With a helpless sigh, Wu Xie realized there was no avoiding it. It was the perfect opportunity to test whether this “Titan-grade Demon Body” technique was actually effective.

Taking a deep breath, Wu Xie pushed the door open and stepped outside.

“Five Brother, go ahead. I’m ready,” Wu Xie said, arms wide open, bracing himself for the beating.

“You good-for-nothing, come with me. The ancestor is looking for you,” Yao Teng Fei said disdainfully, looking at Wu Xie’s half-dead appearance.

He couldn’t figure out why the ancestor placed so much importance on Wu Xie. From head to toe, there was nothing extraordinary about him.

Wu Xie was momentarily stunned, then his face lit up with joy.

“Great Grandfather…”

…

When Yao Teng Fei brought Wu Xie forward, the other five brothers looked at him with obvious disdain.

However, with the ancestor present, they dared not act recklessly.

“Great Grandfather…” Upon seeing the old man, Wu Xie immediately stepped forward respectfully.

He knew that the only reason he hadn’t been killed by his five older brothers was because the ancestor was still alive.

His father didn’t love him, only his great grandfather did.

Wu Xie understood that the day his great grandfather was gone would be the day of his doom.

“Hmm, not bad. Compared to the last time I saw you, your cultivation has improved quite a bit,” the ancestor said with a smile, stroking his beard in satisfaction.

“Hehe…” Wu Xie blushed slightly, feeling a bit embarrassed at the praise.

The five young masters of the Yao family, however, felt even more disdain. In three years, his cultivation had only made minimal progress. What was there to be proud of?

Time passed quickly.

The steward, accompanied by servants, brought out the prepared dishes. Each dish was extremely rare and precious, made from the finest ingredients the Yao family possessed.

The ancestor nodded slightly, flicked his sleeve, and with a wave of his hand, transported everyone through the void.

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