"No, it's a warning shot," Han Feng smiled and continued, "I have a grudge against the Nangong family, so it's perfectly reasonable for me to seek revenge. While they're caught off guard, we might be able to uncover evidence of Mu Xiaoxiao's collusion with the Shangguan family."
Zhang Jingtian suddenly slammed his hand on the table and stood up: "Fine! Let's start with the Nangong family." The old man's eyes blazed with fighting spirit; all traces of his former sage-like demeanor had vanished. "What do you need the Zhang family to do? Just tell us!"
Han Feng raised his hand to stop him: "No, this trip to the Nangong family is something I can handle myself. Elder Zhang, you have another important task." He paused, "I need you to oversee and monitor the Shangguan family's movements. If they truly have outside forces assisting them, the Nangong family will inevitably slip up when attacked."
"How many people are you taking to the Nangong family?" Zhang Jingtian frowned.
"Just the two of us." Han Feng looked at Dongfang Wantang. "Too many people would only alert them."
Dongfang Wantang smiled sweetly: "Just what I wanted."
Zhang Jingtian frowned and said, "Won't this be unsafe? It might make it easy for the other side to take advantage of us?"
Han Feng did not immediately answer Zhang Jingtian's concerns. He slowly raised his right hand, his index and middle fingers joined together, and a ray of dazzling, almost tangible starlight condensed at his fingertips. The light was not the pale blue of ordinary stellar power, but rather displayed the deep color of the Milky Way, with countless nebulae seemingly flowing within it.
"This is..." Zhang Jingtian's pupils shrank suddenly, and he subconsciously took a half step back.
The star chart in Dongfang Wantang's hand suddenly floated up automatically, emitting a rapid buzzing sound, and all the star symbols on the chart lit up with a dazzling silver light.
"Mid-stage Innate Realm?!" The two exclaimed in unison, their faces filled with disbelief.
Han Feng clenched his fingers, and the starlight vanished without a trace. He nodded slightly: "I broke through after coming into contact with the second Star Mirror." His tone was very calm.
Zhang Jingtian opened his mouth, but ultimately let out a long sigh: "I've spent my entire life just reaching the mid-stage of the Innate Realm, and you, kid..." He shook his head, his eyes filled with both envy and satisfaction, "The Star Soul Lord's talent is truly monstrous."
Dongfang Wantang's horoscope was still trembling slightly, forcing her to press it down with both hands: "So, there aren't many in the Nangong family who can truly threaten you anymore." A strange light flickered in her eyes. "Unless they have someone secretly helping them."
"Therefore, Elder Zhang needs to keep a close eye on the Shangguan family." Han Feng walked to the window. In the darkness, there were faint, unusual energy fluctuations in the direction of the Shangguan family. "If what we suspect is true, and these two families have already colluded, then the Shangguan family will definitely take action when the Nangong family is attacked."
Zhang Jingtian stroked his beard, his expression grave: "Then I'll set off immediately to return to the Zhang family." He paused, "But don't you need us to send anyone to assist you?"
"No need," Han Feng shook his head. "Too many people will only attract the attention of those hiding in the shadows. We'll have Wan Tang go under the guise of a visit, and then we'll act accordingly."
Zhang Jingtian glanced at the two men, then suddenly laughed, "One in the light, one in the shadows, a perfect match indeed." He straightened his clothes, "In that case, I'll take my leave. Contact me immediately if you discover anything."
Han Feng cupped his hands in thanks to Zhang Jingtian: "Thank you, Elder Zhang."
After Zhang Jingtian left, Dongfang Wantang immediately moved closer to Han Feng: "Now can you tell me your real plan?" A sly glint flashed in her eyes. "I don't believe you really intend to be a proper guest."
Han Feng's lips curled slightly: "The Nangong family has definitely made contact with Mu Xiaoxiao. I believe they also have information about her within their family." He drew a simple map in the air with his fingertip, using the power of stars. "We'll enter through the main gate. You hold off the Nangong family head, and I'll find an opportunity to sneak in."
"I knew it!" Dongfang Wantang said with a knowing expression. "However, this is a matter of great importance. The place where these documents are stored will definitely be heavily guarded. You—"
Her words were interrupted by Han Feng's sudden raised hand. With a flicker of his body, two identical figures materialized out of thin air. Three "Han Fengs" spoke simultaneously: "No matter how many guards there are, they can't stop this."
Dongfang Wantang's eyes widened. She reached out and poked one of the clones' shoulders, the touch frighteningly realistic: "Star Clone?! Isn't this the legendary Star Soul Lord's unique secret technique? How come you...?"
"Uh, I just picked it up by accident while practicing," Han Feng said nonchalantly.
"Discovered by accident?" Dongfang Wantang's eyebrows almost reached her hairline. "You talk about this legendary secret technique as if you just picked up a coin by chance!"
Han Feng retracted his clone and shrugged: "It was just a flash of inspiration during cultivation." He deliberately omitted Zero's guidance and countless failed attempts.
Dongfang Wantang shook her head, rubbing her forehead: "Pervert..." she muttered under her breath, then said seriously, "Does the Dongfang family need to send people to monitor the Shangguan family? Those old fogies may be stubborn, but they still have the ability to track and infiltrate."
Just as Han Feng was about to answer, footsteps came from the stairs. Liu Mengran and Su Wanwan came down one after the other, one carrying a fruit platter and the other holding a laptop.
"Who was that old gentleman just now? He was so mysterious," Liu Mengran asked curiously as she placed the fruit plate on the coffee table.
"People from the Zhang family." Han Feng forked a piece of apple. "They've come to deliver some documents."
Su Wanwan's eyes lit up at the mention of the name, and she even forgot to put down her computer: "The Zhang family? The Zhang family from the Tomb Raider Chronicles? The ones with Qilin blood?" She looked around, "Where's Xiao Ge?"
There was a moment of silence in the living room, followed by a burst of laughter. Dongfang Wantang laughed so hard she slapped the sofa armrest, Liu Mengran covered her mouth and her shoulders shook, and even Han Feng choked on a piece of apple.
"What are you laughing at!" Su Wanwan puffed out her cheeks. "That Zhang family member looks at least seventy years old. He couldn't possibly be Zhang Qiling, could he...?"
"Little Wanwan," Dongfang Wantang wiped away tears of laughter from the corners of her eyes, "that's the Zhang family, a family of astrologers, not a family of tomb raiders. Old Master Zhang Jingtian was a famously handsome man in his youth, and he still has an air of otherworldly elegance, okay?"
Su Wanwan gave a disappointed "Oh," and slumped onto the sofa: "What a waste of my excitement..."
Han Feng chuckled and ruffled her hair: "Read less novels. By the way," he turned to Dongfang Wantang, "surveillance of the Dongfang family is very necessary, especially to watch out for unfamiliar faces coming and going."
"When are you planning to make your move?" Dongfang Wantang took the orange that Liu Mengran handed her.
"In the next couple of days." Han Feng answered without hesitation. "But before that..." A cold glint flashed in his eyes, "I have something else to do."
Liu Mengran paused, her hand still. "Are you going out again?"
"Do you still remember Nangong Ao?" Han Feng winked at her.
Liu Mengran nodded, her expression subtle: "The one who lost an arm?"
"That's right." Han Feng said seriously, "I'm going to go and 'visit' him."
"A gesture of condolence?" Liu Mengran rolled her eyes dramatically. "You call this a simple gesture of condolence?"
Han Feng spread his hands innocently: "How can it not count? Bringing some fruit is just to check on his recovery..."
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