NOVEL WEB Chapter 24 Whether Xiao Hongdou was worth Binding, The Taste of Power
As Jiang Minghan observed the siblings, the many influential figures in the hall also turned their varied gazes toward them.
They didn’t notice anything special about Xiao Hongdou.
Instead, it was the calm and silent Xiao Yan who piqued their interest.
He was quite different from the rumored fool.
Despite knowing he was being scrutinized, Xiao Yan remained calm, not even lifting an eyelid as he ate the spiritual fruits and meats before him.
These foods were specially prepared, not affecting even ordinary people who consumed them.
Of course, they were rich in spiritual energy and vitality.
Having just awakened, Xiao Yan needed them.
He had a premonition that in a few days, he would be able to open his spirit sea and break through to the third realm of cultivation, becoming a Spirit Sea Realm cultivator.
Xiao Hongdou, on the other hand, was far from her younger brother’s calm demeanor, appearing extremely uneasy.
She couldn’t understand why her brother had become so strange after recovering from his illness.
In just one afternoon, he had broken through to the Body Realm, and his behavior had changed accordingly.
In such a setting, he remained calm, showing no signs of nervousness.
“Sister, why aren’t you eating? These are good things that can greatly help your cultivation.”
Xiao Yan spoke softly, aware that his actions had aroused his sister’s suspicions.
But there was no helping it; he couldn’t continue acting like the fool he had been, wandering aimlessly.
So, he explained that he had become enlightened after recovering from his illness, making his mind sharper than before.
Xiao Hongdou, kind-hearted and pure, wouldn’t suspect anything further.
Hearing her brother’s words, Xiao Hongdou quickly realized.
These delicious dishes were unlike anything she had seen before. Outside, even a single plate would be unimaginably expensive.
She stopped overthinking and began eating heartily.
The surrounding influential figures couldn’t help but shake their heads, feeling that the siblings seemed to have come just for the banquet, forgetting what was truly important.
With the young master of the hidden immortal clan backing them, revitalizing Qingxu Holy Land wasn’t impossible. Yet, they were only focused on eating.
“Truly mud that can’t stick to the wall.”
Immediately, any interest they had in the siblings waned.
“Miss Hongdou, no need to rush. Take your time.”
On the high platform, Jiang Minghan, having observed the siblings’ every move, chuckled, “Once you are full, we can discuss serious matters.”
He had come to Nanque Sacred City looking for the Book of Death.
But encountering two Sons of Luck had delayed his plans.
Now, Jiang Minghan was very curious about Xiao Hongdou’s background.
Her luck level, tinged with gold amidst the purple, was remarkable.
To use the system’s detection, there had to be a certain level of relationship, not necessarily intimate, but at least friendly.
After all, this was a system meant to foster goodwill.
So, at this moment, Jiang Minghan could only try to improve Xiao Hongdou’s favorability and see if she was worth Binding.
Luck was ethereal and elusive, but undeniably real.
Hearing Jiang Minghan’s words, Xiao Hongdou blushed slightly, feeling a bit embarrassed.
She and her brother really did look like country bumpkins, overwhelmed by the grandeur of a palace, only focused on eating.
Soon, the banquet reached its midpoint.
Seeing that the siblings had finished eating, Jiang Minghan smiled and looked at them, saying,
“By now, you probably know why I’m here.”
“Eighty thousand years ago, an elder from Qingxu Holy Land fought against three beings from the forbidden zones, delaying them and ultimately perishing, but saving countless lives and reducing losses.”
“But because of this, my ancestor has always felt guilty, believing that if he had arrived sooner, the elder wouldn’t have died. Seeing Qingxu Holy Land in such a state now, he feels even more remorseful and wants to make amends…”
Hearing this, many influential figures in the hall were moved.
The high moral character of the Jiang family’s ancestor deeply impressed them.
If they were in such a situation, they knew they couldn’t do the same.
After all, quelling the dark turmoil was a matter of kindness, not obligation.
The Jiang family’s ancestor didn’t have to act, let alone feel guilty for the fallen cultivators.
Such magnanimity made them deeply respectful, realizing the hidden immortal clan’s ancestor’s perspective and character were beyond their comprehension.
“With the passage of time, how many still remember the dark turmoil? Who still remembers that elder?”
Seated at the head, Jiang Minghan, dressed in white, spoke calmly, his voice warm, with a strange magic that made Xiao Hongdou’s eyes water, imagining the battle’s tragedy.
Three beings from the forbidden zones emerged, terrifying and devouring life within a million miles. Blood flowed, and cries of despair filled the air.
All sects and forces hid in their territories, watching coldly.
But the elders of Qingxu Holy Land couldn’t bear to see the destruction and stepped forward.
Knowing it was a suicide mission, they still charged at the forbidden zones, ultimately perishing in a bloody battle.
How tragic, how heroic!
The scene from eighty thousand years ago seemed as vivid as yesterday.
“The elder of Qingxu Holy Land sacrificed himself to save countless lives. Such a hero, even after eighty thousand years, still commands my respect and admiration…”
Jiang Minghan shook his head, his words tinged with regret and sorrow.
“It’s a pity that after eighty thousand years, Qingxu Holy Land has fallen to such a state, truly sad…”
The hall fell silent.
Especially the sect leaders and family heads who had seized Qingxu Holy Land’s resources fifty thousand years ago, feeling deeply ashamed and lowering their heads.
Though their ancestors had done it, as descendants, hearing Jiang Minghan’s words made their faces burn with shame.
Usually, such matters were tacitly ignored, but today, Jiang Minghan had brought it up in front of everyone. Could they still play dumb?
“We are ashamed of our ancestors’ actions towards Qingxu Holy Land’s elder…”
“We will return the taken resources and provide compensation.”
A middle-aged man in golden robes stepped forward, bowing with guilt.
He was the Cliff Master of Lingxu Cliff.
Lingxu Cliff was a formidable force, comparable to Qingxu Holy Land at its peak.
“We are ashamed of our ancestors’ actions and wish to make amends…”
“We hope Miss Hongdou can forgive us.”
Other influential figures followed suit, quickly expressing their stance.
They weren’t foolish. If they continued to play dumb, they would incur Jiang Minghan’s displeasure.
If Jiang Minghan decided to act against them, who would dare resist?
“The Ancient Sect of Haotian, the Three Saints Demon Sect, the ancient Zhao family…”
Seeing the influential figures, Xiao Hongdou was stunned.
Any one of them could cause a major upheaval with a single word.
These significant figures, usually beyond her reach, were now not only compensating Qingxu Holy Land but also apologizing to her.
It felt like a dream.
And all of this was because Jiang Minghan stood behind her.
At that moment, she understood the true meaning of power.