Chapter 529 - 197: Phoenix Ignites at 3 O’Clock, Old Lady, Come Out and See the Immortal_4

Chapter 529: Chapter 197: Phoenix Ignites at 3 O’Clock, Old Lady, Come Out and See the Immortal_4

"Do you know who it is?"

The person spoke with a mysterious smile on their face.

"The Manor Master of Celestial Sword Manor, Xu Xiaofeng?"

Seeing the old man shake his head, someone quickly said, "The Grand Chief of the Heaven and Earth Society, Third Master Qiao?"

"Prince Wu, Wuzhongtian?"

"No, no, none of them are correct.

Instead, it was someone who emerged out of nowhere one and a half years ago—I should say two years ago—now residing in Celestial Mouth Lane, Old Master Zhou of Zhou Manor, Zhou Qiankun."

The old man, seeing that everyone still couldn’t guess the identity of this Martial Venerable, tapped his folding fan and spoke.

"Old Master Zhou?

Impossible, right?

Isn’t he just a lecherous rich old man?

He’s at such an old age, married eighteen concubines, isn’t he afraid of dying from indulgence?"

Someone couldn’t help but voice their doubt.

"Yes, I recently saw him flirting with a widow at the entrance."

Someone else showed a hint of disdain.

Zhou Changwang, sitting below, couldn’t help but show a rare expression of embarrassment when he heard this.

Old Master Zhou, acting so flirtatious?

Eighteen concubines?

This truly aligns with his previous words of wanting to expand the Zhou family.

However, he’d better take it easy; even an Innate Martial Artist, though full of vigor, can suffer from deficiencies without the nourishment of many Spiritual Objects from the Cultivation Realm.

"Don’t be fooled by Old Master Zhou’s friendly appearance.

He is indeed a formidable figure.

Back when Duke Xu had an important mission to deal with in Yunfeng Country, he was besieged by more than ten Innate Martial Artists of Yunfeng Country.

It was Old Master Zhou who accompanied him, ensuring not only Duke Xu’s safe return to the Celestial Martial Country,

but also triggering a reshuffle in Yunfeng Country’s Martial World, where more than ten Innate Experts perished in that battle.

Afterward, the title of Zhou Martial Venerable was spread far and wide.

Allegedly, after this title emerged, the two other Martial Venerables visited him personally, surely exchanging moves with him in private.

Soon after, both publicly admitted that Old Master Zhou’s strength was comparable to theirs.

Moreover, have you heard of the incident six months ago where the Military Saint Zhou Li was injured?"

The old man’s face broke into a slight smile as he spoke.

"Yes, indeed I’ve heard about it.

Six months ago, the Military Saint was seen in Pingyang County, pale and with blood-soaked clothes.

People speculated that he had run into the Red Dust Immortal.

It’s said that the Red Dust Immortal had past grievances with the Military Saint, and meeting again would have inevitably led to a battle... could there be another hidden story?"

An insightful person spoke, eyes suddenly lighting up.

"This question, I am unable to answer.

Because I haven’t seen it with my own eyes.

However, as far as I understand, six months ago, the Red Dust Immortal was still in Kyoto.

Kyoto is eight hundred miles from here, even someone of that caliber would take about ten days to travel, right?

At that time, in our Pingyang County, the only person who could stand shoulder to shoulder with the Military Saint, at least on the surface, was one person.

So, I speculate that the one who injured the Military Saint back then was our Pingyang County’s Martial Venerable, Old Master Zhou."

"Hiss~!"

The crowd around drew a sharp breath upon hearing this.

Someone couldn’t help but mutter: "Could Old Master Zhou truly be so powerful?

A Martial Venerable?

To be able to wound the Military Saint, wouldn’t that make him at least a powerhouse of equal level with the Military Saint?

Perhaps even stronger?"

"It’s a pity, Old Master Zhou is infatuated with enjoyment.

Otherwise, with his strength and reputation, he could have possibly turned our Pingyang County into a Martial Arts Holy Land."

The old man sighed, his face full of regret.

"I didn’t expect Old Master’s fame to be so renowned?"

Zhou Changwang blinked and stood up as well.

He decided to truly meet him.

Leaving the tea house, Zhou Changwang quickly navigated his way and walked to a certain place.

Soon, he found himself at the gate of a massive manor.

Zhou Mansion!

There were two doormen at the entrance.

Zhou Changwang bowed slightly and asked, "Is your master at home?"

"Young Master, who are you?"

The doormen were usually skilled at reading people.

Zhou Changwang, now having reached the Foundation Establishment stage, exuded a transcendent aura, even if he tried to conceal it, commanding respect from all.

"My name is Zhou Changwang.

Tell your master, and he will certainly invite me in."

Zhou Changwang smiled and said.

"Young Master, please wait a moment!"

At his words, one of the doormen promptly responded respectfully and went inside the mansion.

Before long, the large doors swung open, and a familiar figure appeared in front of Zhou Changwang.

It was none other than his nominal father, Zhou Qiankun.

"Changwang!

Is it really you, Changwang?"

Zhou Qiankun glanced at Zhou Changwang with an expression of delight on his face.

"Quick, come in.

This is your eldest young master.

Quickly tell the kitchen to prepare some delicacies, today I’m hosting a grand feast."

Zhou Qiankun immediately led Zhou Changwang into the Zhou Mansion and directly to the inner courtyard.

Soon, many beautiful women also approached.

"Changwang, these are the wives and concubines I’ve taken over the past two years, this is Wen Jing, this is Shude... and this, these are your younger siblings, twin brother and sister born on the same day, look how adorable they are..."

Zhou Qiankun was evidently thrilled, hastily introducing them to Zhou Changwang.

Seeing this, Zhou Changwang had no choice but to greet each one formally before turning his attention to his brother and sister.

They had just been born recently, and indeed were lively and cute.

They hadn’t gone through weaning yet, carrying a strong milky fragrance.

Additionally, he noticed that among the wives and concubines, several were visibly pregnant, and some were already confirmed to be expecting.

It truly aligned with what Zhou Qiankun had mentioned in his letters—planning to expand the Zhou family tree.

"Oh, by the way, you have a great-aunt; she went out for a few days, but should return in a day or two, then you can meet her."

Next, Zhou Qiankun added awkwardly, "You have a great-aunt?"

Zhou Changwang was taken aback and inquired curiously.

"Before your mother, I originally had a childhood sweetheart.

I didn’t know she was still alive, but I unexpectedly met her some time ago, and it was only natural that we ended up marrying..."

Zhou Qiankun replied slightly embarrassed.

Zhou Changwang blinked, showing a look of disbelief.

A childhood sweetheart?

Given his father’s age, wouldn’t his childhood sweetheart also be over sixty?

Yet, here she was, seeking him out and therein marrying him... Zhou Changwang found it quite astonishing.

He couldn’t help but feel curious about her identity.

"Changwang, your return this time is for..."

Zhou Qiankun started, then waved it off, stating, "Cultivate immortality, we need not pursue.

I’ve come to realize despite everything, we are but mortals.

Why chase the dream of becoming an immortal?

We might as well live joyfully in the mortal world."

"Rest assured, with my standing in the Celestial Martial Country, I can guarantee you a life of wealth and pleasure."

"Father, you misunderstood.

This time I’m merely passing through this area, reminded by your previous letters, I decided to drop by.

I won’t be staying long here."

Zhou Changwang shook his head hurriedly, clarifying.