The three had just finished bathing and changing when servants from Bijian Manor rushed over.
The servant, with a fawning expression, said respectfully, "Distinguished guests, the master and his wife have been waiting in the main hall for quite some time. Please follow me."
Xiao Feng and the other two exchanged glances, then followed the servants through the corridor to a magnificent hall.
A middle-aged couple sat at the head of the table; they must be the owners of Bijian Manor.
The woman's eyes lit up when she saw Jing Shen, and her face was filled with smiles.
She stood up and walked quickly to Jing Shen, looking him up and down, praising him repeatedly, "Oh my, this young master is truly a handsome man! No wonder he caught my maid's embroidered ball. They are indeed a match made in heaven!"
As she spoke, she held Jing Shen's hand and said earnestly, "Young man, you must treat my daughter well. Have many children in the future, so that our Bijian Manor will have successors!"
Upon hearing this, Jing Shen blushed deeply with embarrassment and stammered, unable to utter a word.
Seeing this, Xiao Feng and Zhao Yuwei couldn't help but chuckle, but they dared not laugh out loud. They could only suppress their laughter until their faces turned red and tears were almost streaming down their faces.
At this moment, the woman's gaze suddenly fell on Xiao Feng.
Her eyes lit up, and she began to look Xiao Feng up and down again.
A hint of amazement flashed in her eyes, and she murmured to herself, "This young master is quite handsome. I wonder if he is already married?"
Upon seeing this, Zhao Yuwei immediately felt alarmed.
She quickly stepped forward, blocking Xiao Feng's path, and said with feigned composure, "Madam, you may not know this, but my brother is already married, and his wife is waiting for him at home."
Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed across the woman's face, but she quickly regained her smile and said, "I see. I was being presumptuous."
At this moment, the middle-aged man sitting at the head of the table coughed lightly and slowly said, "Three distinguished guests, may I ask your names?"
Upon hearing this, the three quickly bowed and greeted each other. Jing Shen spoke first, saying, "My name is Shen Jing."
Zhao Yuwei followed closely behind and said, "This humble one is Zhao Yu."
Finally, it was Xiao Feng's turn. He said in a deep voice, "My name is Feng Xiao."
The middle-aged man stroked his beard and chuckled, "I see. Since my son-in-law Shen Jing has already married into my Bijian Manor, then Brother Zhao Yu and Brother Feng Xiao are brothers-in-law. If you two don't mind, you are welcome to stay at my Bijian Manor for a long time. There's no need to be polite."
Upon hearing this, the three men quickly bowed and thanked him, saying, "Thank you for your kindness, Master."
Just as the three were chatting and laughing, a series of hurried footsteps came from outside the door.
A doorman rushed into the hall in a panic, sweat beading on his forehead and his face ashen.
He stumbled to Zhuang Huiru, panting, and said, "Master Zhuang, something terrible has happened! The Ming Cult is here!"
Upon hearing this, Zhuang Huiru's face immediately turned ugly.
He took a deep breath, forced himself to stand up, and stroked his beard with slightly trembling fingers.
He turned to Xiao Feng and the other two, forcing a smile, and said, "My apologies for my rudeness, distinguished guests. Please take your seats and have your meal. I'll be right back."
After saying that, he winked at Lu Yun.
Lu Yun understood and quickly instructed the servants to take the three of them to a side hall for a meal.
After Zhuang Huiru left in a hurry, Xiao Feng, Zhao Yuwei, and Jing Shen huddled together and whispered among themselves.
Xiao Feng frowned and said in a low voice, "The Ming Cult's visit to Bijian Manor is probably not for good purposes."
Zhao Yuwei nodded, a hint of wariness flashing in her eyes, and whispered, "Could it be related to the Three Immortal Islands?"
Jing Shen stroked his chin thoughtfully and said softly, "It is indeed suspicious. The destruction of the Three Immortal Islands was said to have been orchestrated by the Ming Cult."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Feng frowned even more deeply.
He recalled the tragic state of the Three Immortals Island, and a sense of unease welled up in his heart.
He said softly to the two of them, "You two go and have your meal first. I'll go and see who the Ming Cult has sent."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Yuwei glanced at Xiao Feng with concern, then hesitated to speak.
Finally, she simply nodded and walked with Jing Shen towards the side hall.
Xiao Feng quietly slipped out of the hall and crept along the corridor toward the main hall.
He cautiously approached the main hall door, held his breath, and pressed his ear against the door.
Suddenly, a familiar voice entered his ears, startling Xiao Feng.
He quietly pushed open the door a crack and peered inside.
Wu Hai stood in the hall, his expression arrogant, his gaze sharp as a knife as he stared at Zhuang Huiru.
Xiao Feng was shocked, thinking to himself, "It's actually Wu Hai! Why would he come to Bijian Manor?"
Wu Hai coldly said, "Master, the Ming Cult's sincerity is already on the table. Those who know what's good for them will obediently submit to the Ming Cult. Otherwise..." He sneered, "...the consequences will be their own responsibility!"
Zhuang Huiru's face turned ashen, and he suppressed his anger, saying, "Sect Leader Wu, my Bijian Manor has always remained neutral and has no desire to be involved in conflicts. Please reconsider!"
Upon hearing this, a ruthless glint flashed in Wu Hai's eyes.
He said coldly, "Master, you should think this through. If you offend the Ming Cult, Bijian Manor may be wiped out of the martial arts world!"
Upon hearing this, Zhuang Huiru's expression turned even more unpleasant, but she still said firmly, "Master Wu, please leave. My mind is made up."
Wu Hai snorted coldly and turned to walk towards the door.
As he passed Zhuang Huiru, he stopped and said in a sinister tone, "Master, you will regret your decision today. Bijian Manor will soon become history!"
After saying that, he strode out of the main hall.
Upon seeing this, Xiao Feng quickly hid to the side.
After Wu Hai walked away, he frowned thoughtfully.
"Wu Hai's personality seems to have changed," Xiao Feng thought to himself. "While he was somewhat forceful before, he would never have been so aggressive. Could it be..."
Thinking of this, Xiao Feng had an idea and decided to chase after them to find out the truth.
He hurried to the entrance of Bijian Manor and saw Wu Hai about to leave. He quickly called out, "Godfather, please wait!"
Wu Hai turned around upon hearing the sound, saw Xiao Feng, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes before he regained his indifference.
He said coldly, "Who are you? What brings you here?"
Xiao Feng was taken aback, and became even more certain that Wu Hai was acting strangely.
He tentatively said, "Godfather, I am Xiao Feng. You... don't you remember?"
Upon hearing this, a hint of confusion flashed in Wu Hai's eyes, but he quickly regained his indifference.
He shouted angrily, "Stop talking nonsense! I don't know any Xiao Feng. Get out of here!"
After saying that, he turned and strode away, leaving Xiao Feng looking shocked.
As Xiao Feng watched Wu Hai's departing figure, his heart was in turmoil.
He muttered to himself, "After the destruction of the Three Immortal Islands, the Ming Cult has indeed run into trouble! Wu Hai's personality has changed drastically, I'm afraid..."
He straightened his clothes and strode towards the banquet.
From afar, the banquet was already bustling with clinking glasses and laughter.
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