Chapter 23: Ji Family
Somewhere in the distance Mansion,
The room was dimly lit, as the red curtains dangled on the windows blocked the piercing sun ray which was trying to brighten the large wooden room, leaving only a tiny area for the sunlight to pass.
A young man around twenty was sitting in the armchair, his back and head were resting against the armchair, looking completely relaxed and nonchalant.
He looked quite ordinary with a normal face, owning black hair and black eyes; He wore a plain blue robe. There's nothing remarkable about him, but that's what made him more extraordinary than anyone else.
He is currently enjoying his tea listening to the elegant music which was originating from the dark corner of the room.
There's nothing impressive inside the room which will pique others prying. Just one dining table, matching chair and a futon at the dark corner of the room, where one could see a vague silhouette of the woman.
Silently and mysteriously, a black-clothed man emerged next to the Young man. He didn't say anything, he just simply appeared and quietly waited. After 10mins, the young man finished his tea and the music also stopped.
"Young Master, we got a piece of news... Yesterday, Ji Yueli returned to her clan. Possibly, Mu Yide died in her hands." The Black-clothed man reported after noticing the young man finished his tea.
This young man is called 'Mu Chengtian', second son of the Current Clan leader of the Mu Family.
"Oh!" Mu Chengtian nodded his head and said: "Mu Yide's death won't affect us, but Ji Yueli knows our secret."
"It's shocking that Ji Yueli was able to kill the Late stage Origin level expert with her measly strength." Mu Chengtian mumbled and pondered about the matter.
He couldn't understand, how the other party died in the hands of a little girl. If there's something he couldn't understand. then it means there's something he missed or an unexpected variable appeared in the plan, which disturbed him more than anything else.
'Even if Ji Yueli had an Emperor's weapon, she wouldn't carelessly use it; Besides, she only knows Mu Yide is an Early stage origin expert.
'Using her family protection treasure, she would be able to withstand some Middle stage origin level attacks.'
'Since Mu Yide is someone sinister and cunning, he wouldn't possibly reveal his actual strength. There's something murky about this situation and it's prompting gloomy unrest in my heart!! '
'There's something I missed about this matter, but what is it?'
"It's my carelessness, I should have sent some backup; I blindly believed in the strength of Mu Yide."
"Looks like we need to change our plan. There's already drift between Mu Family and Ji Family so take this chance and spread a rumor that my Eldest brother collided with Other continental being and make sure the evidence's are properly handled." Mu Chengtian commanded the black-clothed man.
"Yes, Young Master." The Black-clothed man acknowledged his words and planned to leave, but he heard his young master's voice again.
"wait!"
"Send someone to investigate the matter concerning Mu Yide. I want to know what happened between Mu Yide and Ji Yueli, even if it's a tiny clue, report it back to me immediately."
"Ok, Young Master."
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At the same time on Ji Family Mansion,
The Mansion is fully surrounded by lush green trees, providing one a soothing and peaceful atmosphere. Sometimes, the tree branches rustled according to the wind, producing a gentle 'Hmm' sound.
Inside the particular hall on the Ji Family Mansion,
A beautiful white crystal hung on the center of the grand hall, it emitted white light, embracing the whole hall. The Grand Hall was inquisitively decorated by lively paintings, artworks, and beautifully crafted sculptures.
In the Grand Hall, five people were sitting and whispering among themselves. They looked grand, dignified and excluded a strong pressure.
Everyone was wearing the same white colored cloth with Ji Insignia on their chest. They are the core elders of the Ji Family, you can say five pillars of the Ji family.
The stylishly carved door of the grand hall softly creaked open, and two persons walked in, one middle-aged man and a young maiden.
As soon as the door of the grand hall is opened, the radiant Gold Rays of the sun illuminated the entire room. The Golden brightness which entered the room was akin to a holy radiance, making the room resemble even more beautiful and stunning than before.
The Middle-aged man who entered looked handsome, with black hair, clear blue eyes and wore Red Robe. The Red dress perfectly suited his handsome appearance. He is the current family leader of the Ji Family, Ji Hong.
The Young maiden following the Middle aged man was none other than, Ji Yueli that Ye Xian met in the Whispering Forest. She looked as beautiful as Ye Xian seen, Stunning and flawlessly perfect; No words can describe her beauty.
Her tailored-made blue gown revealed her beautiful and enchanting figure. She looked cold and calm but her long, lustrous black hair and a pair of white slender arms and legs, matched her cold expression.
"Sect Master"
Everyone inside the room stood up from their seat in respect and called. Even if they are core elders of the family, they naturally have to respect their sect master.
"Elders, there's no need for being polite. Take your seats, we have some pressing matters to discuss."
"Since you called all five of us here at the same time, I figured something is wrong. Is the matter that serious?" A kind looking, old man, asked.
He is the First core elder of the Ji Family and also the teacher of Ji Hong. Among the five core elders, he is the most senior and powerful among them.
"Yes, It's grave and it's regarding the other continental beings. Before we start our discussion, let's wait for one more person to arrive."
Just after Ji Hong ended his words, an ordinary-dressed Old man with a staunch face entered the hall. After noticing Ji Yueli, his eyes lit up and quickly made his way towards her.
But in this grand hall, whether it is Core elders or the Sect Master, everyone held a respectful attitude towards him.
The Reason is, the old man is the previous clan leader of the Ji Family and Level 3 Emperor realm expert. He is one of the big figure of the Night sky Continent, Ji Chonghu.
In the Night Sky Continent, the emperor realm experts were legendary existences. It's been more than fifty years since someone encountered or caught sight of an Emperor realm expert in the city; Possessing might capable of destroying a city with a palm.
Emperor Realm is a dream of countless experts, they hope to achieve in their life but to no avail.
Their existences were the sole reason that everyone in the Night Sky continent was able to live in peace. It's also due to him, that Mu family was able to confront many obstacles which laid before them.
"My Darling Granddaughter, when did you come back from your trip? Did you have your fun? You didn't even inform your grandfather about your return" Ji Chonghu said with a wronged expression, acting like a child.
"Grandfather, Why did you come here? Your health is not in a good condition. You should take proper rest, otherwise, your injury may act up again." Ji Yueli asked with a voice full of Concern, ignoring his question.
No one in the hall disturbed the reunion between the granddaughter and grandchild.
"What can I do? This useless son mine couldn't even handle such a small issue." Ji Chongu shook his head in disappointment.
Ji Hong could only awkwardly smile hearing his father's rebuke and also flustered that he was scolded in front of his own daughter.
'Ahem...' Ji Hong cleared his throat, symbolizing that he's here.
Once Ji Yueli heard her father's warning sound, she kept her posture and remained quiet. About this, Ji Chonghu glared at his son with hateful eyes as he disturbed his precious time with his granddaughter.
Under his Father's glare, Ji Hong remained nonchalant as ever and spoke, "Since everyone is here, we should discuss the issue. Yueli, Explain everything to our elders."
Ji Yueli came forward and waved her hand, then skeleton like figure appeared before everyone.
Five Elders inside the hall, frowned by the action of Ji Yueli. No one wants to come in contact with an old corpse which was dug out from a grave. Moreover, the corpse looks like a skeleton where most of its muscles and organs are corroded.
"Elders, I know what you are feeling, you think this is an old corpse, right? The truth is, this dead skinny figure is the Elder of the Mu Family, Mu Yide."
"What?... You are saying, he is Mu Yide!! But why is he looking like that?. I only met him twenty days back, at that time he looked full of spirits and healthy." First Elder asked.
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