After getting into an open jeep, they went around a few streets and gradually headed towards the pinewood forest further south.
Only then did Yang Cheng realize that there was a seemingly inconspicuous path that led directly into the depths of the forest in the south. There were a few hidden sentries guarding the perimeter of this path.
If an ordinary person wanted to enter this forest, they would probably be stopped. Therefore, the markets in the periphery were just a pretense. In other words, those people were most likely low-level servants of the Tang Family Fort. After all, the people of the Tang Family Fort also needed three meals a day, and they also needed to buy a lot of fresh goods. In the end, they could not be separated from this world.
After driving for a full twenty minutes and making eighteen left and right turns, they finally entered the Tang Family Fort's territory.
A large area of antique houses with black tiled eaves and a few conspicuous pavilions were scattered in the middle of the pine forest.
Tall white marble pillars stood on both sides of the lintel, and in the middle of the gate was a piece of jade carved with the words "Tang Family Fort" in large golden characters.
Outside of this ancient building, there were all kinds of modern cars and even a few luxurious Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
The strong impact of ancient and modern times made Yang Cheng feel a little refreshed.
Cai Ning looked at the magnificent building complex with a slightly emotional expression and said, "There is a very large area inside, all of which is the Tang Family Fort's territory. There are also many small houses in the periphery, which is quite a distance from here."
Yang Cheng asked, "Then Ning'er, where did you live when you were young? Do you want to take me around?"
Cai Ning smiled and said, "Let's talk about other things after we meet the Sect Leader."
Tang Lizhong did not delay and called the two of them over and led them inside.
After walking past dozens of houses and along the white stone road, there were many people from the Tang Family Fort, old and young.
When these people saw Cai Ning, they were a little surprised, but not many of them actually went up to greet her. Instead, they were quite familiar with Tang Lizhong and most of them greeted him a few times.
As for Yang Cheng, a stranger, no one came up to ask. Obviously, seeing that he was brought along by Tang Lizhong, they were all relieved.
Cai Ning had no intention of conversing with these people. She only explained the functions of the different halls to Yang Cheng from time to time. At the same time, she told him about the rules of the Tang Sect.
Yang Cheng, on the other hand, sighed inwardly. Looking at Cai Ning's lack of social connections, he could tell that she had grown up alone in this place. Perhaps only Tang Lizhong and a few other disciples who were close to the Sovereign's family would be able to befriend Cai Ning. After all, Cai Ning's master, Tang Luyi, was the Sovereign's biological sister.
No wonder Cai Ning had become so taciturn and unsociable.
They arrived at a relatively grand main hall. The furnishings inside were elegant and grand. A cauldron with smoke curling up from it was placed in the center, and a scroll of a hundred birds looking up to a phoenix was hung on the opposite wall.
Tang Lizhong made an inviting gesture. "Senior apprentice-sister, Childe Yang, please wait a moment. My father, aunt, and the elders will arrive shortly."
Yang Cheng sat down with Cai Ning and asked in bewilderment, "There's an elder? Is there going to be a meeting? "
Cai Ning explained, "The Tang Sect rarely entertains guests because there are many important treasures here. Furthermore, many of the Tang Sect's secret arts and recipes must be kept a secret. If it weren't for the fact that you're an Overgod and the fact that you're the eldest grandson of the Yang family, the Tang Sect wouldn't have even considered your request to enter the Tower of Scrolls. Therefore, the Sovereign and the others must want to make a decision as soon as possible so that you can leave. "
Yang Cheng was taken aback. He had thought that he would have to stay for a few days, but he did not expect the Tang Sect to be so 'impatient'.
Not long after the two maids served tea and pastries, a series of footsteps could be heard coming from the back of the hall.
A middle-aged man with a mustache and dressed in a green robe walked out. Upon seeing Cai Ning and Yang Cheng, he smiled at Cai Ning and said, "Ning 'er, after all these years away, you're finally willing to come back to the Tang Fortress. I miss you so much."
"Thank you for your concern, Uncle." Cai Ning stood up and nodded.
A cold snort could be heard from behind.
"What an unfilial girl. If not for that stinky man, I'm afraid I would never return to the Tang Fortress."
As she spoke, a woman dressed in a pink chiffon dress walked out from behind.
The woman's brows were as beautiful as a peach. She did not wear any makeup, but her skin was as smooth as a sixteen-year-old's. Her features were exquisite, and her eyes were like the ripples of autumn water. She exuded the charm of a mature woman.
"Master …" Cai Ning's body trembled at the sight of this woman. She bowed respectfully and called out weakly.
Yang Cheng had long known that Tang Luyi was a Xiantian master, and it was only natural for her to be young. However, he did not expect her to dress up in such a glamorous manner. If not for the fact that she had called him a stinky man, he would have taken a few more glances at her.
Tang Luyi scrutinized Cai Ning's figure for a while, and when she sensed something, her eyes were filled with relief. But when she turned to look at Yang Cheng, her eyes were filled with disgust. She sneered and sat down.
Soon after, a group of seven elders, ranging from fifty to ninety years old, walked out and sat on the mahogany armchairs in the hall. Their eyes were fixed on Yang Cheng.
The green-robed man did not pay much attention to Yang Cheng from the very beginning. Only when the elders were seated did he formally greet Yang Cheng. "You are Yang Cheng? The eldest grandson of the Yang Family? "
From his tone, it seemed like the Yang Family was nothing special.
Yang Cheng did not intend to stir up too much trouble this time, so he did not pay much attention to him. He nodded and said, "You must be the leader of Tang Dianshan. Thank you for your hospitality."
"I've heard that you've already reached the Xiantian Full Cycle. Even though you've made a name for yourself, it won't be easy for you to enter the Tower of Scrolls, which is guarded by the Tang Sect," Tang Dianshan said arrogantly.
Yang Cheng laughed coldly in his heart. These guys sure are good at hiding their strength!
As far as Yang Cheng could see, the elders of Tang Sect, including Tang Dianshan and Tang Luyi, were all Xiantian masters!
Tang Dianshan and Tang Luyi were Xiantian Full Cycle!
Since they could not see through his cultivation, nor would they believe that he had reached the Xiantian Full Cycle, they assumed that he was still in the Xiantian Full Cycle. After all, they were all in the Xiantian Full Cycle, so it was normal that they could not see through his cultivation.
It was no wonder that the Tang Sect was still as strong as ever. Abbess Yun Miao and the rest had underestimated the Tang Sect! If they could train the young Cai Ning to have half a foot into the Xiantian Full Cycle, it was no surprise that they had a bunch of Xiantian masters in hiding.
It seemed like the Tang Sect had left all the hard work to the Yellow Flame Iron Brigade in order to preserve their strength. While they fought to the death on the outside, the Tang Sect had been accumulating their strength behind the scenes, not showing themselves until the very last moment!
He did not know if the Kunlun and Shaolin sects were the same, but Yang Cheng was not here to unmask them. He was only interested in the Tower of Scrolls. He asked, "Then what do I have to do to enter and read those manuals?"
Tang Dianshan sat there with an elegant smile on his face. He picked up the cup of flower tea and took a sip. "According to the rules, the sects of the Sichuan region must pass a test before they can impart their skills to their new disciples. Only those who are of good character will have the opportunity to obtain the skills they wish to learn from the Tower of Scrolls. The disciples are not allowed to freely enter and read. Firstly, it is to prevent the disciples from going astray. Secondly, it is to prevent the disciples from learning too much and not being able to understand the intricacies of the sect. Therefore, if you wish to borrow one or two of the manuals, that would be easy. But if you wish to enter the Tower of Scrolls, you do not have the right to do so. "
Yang Cheng was a little annoyed. Didn't that mean he did not say anything? He did not even know which manuals were suitable for him. What was the point of not reading them all?!
"Then how do I qualify?" Yang Cheng asked, trying his best to smile.
Tang Luyi interrupted, "Brat, don't you understand what my brother is saying? What he means is that you have no chance of entering the Tower of Scrolls. You better give up now! "
Yang Cheng frowned, his smile fading. "I paid for a plane ticket. It's not appropriate for me to go back empty-handed."
As soon as he said this, the Elders' eyes turned cold. A wave of Xiantian Stage aura surged towards Tang Dianshan. Tang Dianshan smirked.
Yang Cheng sat there calmly. To him, this level of pressure was like a drop in the ocean.
On the other hand, Cai Ning could feel the pressure in the air, and her face paled.
Tang Luyi laughed. "Why? You don't look happy? Do you really think that just because you're the eldest grandson of one of the four great clans, you can do whatever you want? You're just a mundane family. The Tang Sect has thousands of years of history. Even the head of the Ning family has to bow and pay his respects to my brother. You, on the other hand, look at yourself.
Let me tell you, even the Elders of the Tang Sect are not allowed to enter the Tower of Scrolls. You've been overseas since you were young, and your background isn't clean at all. How dare you call yourself a God … Humph, it's fine if you lie to that damned girl Cai Ning, but no matter how big the commotion is, you're still no match for our Innate Qi of Huaxia. How dare you call yourself a God? Who are you trying to fool? "
"Hiss …" Yang Cheng sucked in a breath of cold air. He turned to the nervous Cai Ning and asked, "Ning 'er, has your teacher always had such a foul mouth? Is it because she's been saying such things to you since you were a child, and that's why you don't want to come back to this place? "
"What did you say?!" Tang Luyi's anger flared up. Her almond-shaped eyes were wide open, and her Xiantian Full Cycle aura enveloped the room.
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