Mythical Cultivation

Chapter 540 The Many Forces Present

However, despite the various difficulties and challenges, the task still needs to be completed.

Wu Ming and his companions were not easily intimidated; on the contrary, they felt that they were not truly afraid of anything.

After all, since they had already arrived here, by the time they noticed each other, the other party had already been aware of their presence.

At this moment, Wu Ming immediately spotted seven or eight camps set up in the open space, and several of these camps contained people he knew.

Oh? It's actually Fellow Daoist Wu who has graced us with his presence!

Just then, one of the figures slowly stood up and bowed to Wu Ming.

It turned out that this person was none other than Shen Zhiyuan, the leader of the alliance formed by the three forces in the past.

He came here on behalf of the Guiyi Sect to attend this grand event.

Haha, Shen Daoyou has such a refined taste! It's been many years since we last met, and you're still as elegant as ever!

Upon seeing this, Wu Ming quickly leaped down, while also returning the greeting to the other party.

Immediately afterward, another familiar figure strode forward. Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Huang Wenyong, the highly respected third elder of the Huang family.

He said to Wu Ming with a big smile: "Fellow Daoist Wu, we have been waiting for you with bated breath! We are so glad to finally have you here!"

As he spoke, Huang Wenyong's gaze inadvertently fell on Huang Wenyan, the fifth brother of Wu Ming, standing beside him, and a look of satisfaction appeared in his eyes.

After all, it was indeed beyond his expectations that his fifth brother was able to invite Fellow Daoist Wu Ming over.

"Fellow Daoist Huang, you flatter me. I am truly ashamed! I was indeed preoccupied with important matters recently, which caused me to be a little late. I am really sorry to have kept you waiting for so long!"

Wu Ming quickly returned the greeting with a smile.

Before he could finish speaking, Xiang Xinghe, the hall master of the Biluo Sword Sect, followed closely behind.

He looked solemn, but still forced himself to remain calm and stepped forward, clasped his hands in a salute, and said in a somewhat stiff tone, "I never expected to meet Fellow Daoist Wu here today."

A hint of hostility was subtly revealed in their words.

He had suffered at Wu Ming's hands before, so he was naturally not happy to see him again.

Seeing this, Wu Ming knew perfectly well that the other party had come with a grudge, so he deliberately teased, "Hahaha, look at the way the hall master looks, is he so unhappy to see me?"

After saying that, a hint of mockery flashed in his eyes.

Upon hearing this, Xiang Xinghe realized that Wu Ming had seen through her earlier lapse in composure, and a blush crept onto her face.

He quickly chuckled twice, trying to cover it up, and replied perfunctorily, "Oh dear, Fellow Daoist Wu, please don't joke like that! How could I not welcome you with your presence? I'm just not used to it yet, please forgive me."

However, his expression still betrayed a hint of embarrassment and awkwardness.

Wu Ming, being an extremely intelligent man, naturally understood Xiang Xinghe's state of mind at that moment.

But he didn't expose it. Instead, he smiled slightly, put away his previous playful expression, and said in a deep voice, "Fellow Daoist Xiang, please don't take it to heart. I was just joking. I had no other intentions. If I have offended you, please forgive me!"

Fellow Daoist Wu, please come this way, let's talk in detail over there.

At this moment, Huang Wenyan, who was standing to one side, stepped forward and took the initiative to speak.

You should know that Wu Ming was not so easy to invite. It was only after Huang Wenyan visited him several times and sincerely invited him that he finally came!

Therefore, he absolutely could not tolerate any other force taking the opportunity to get close to Wu Ming or build a relationship with him, lest it affect Wu Ming's possible attitude and actions when competing for the treasure.

After all, no one can guarantee that the other party won't hold back or back down due to certain factors.

Thinking of this, Huang Wenyong couldn't help but secretly pray that everything would go smoothly.

Seeing this situation, Wu Ming knew perfectly well that if he did not act in accordance with Huang Wenyong's wishes, it might cause unnecessary trouble or even misunderstandings.

So he quickly clasped his hands in a gesture of apology to the crowd around him, saying, "Fellow Daoists, I am truly sorry! Fellow Daoist Huang and I have important matters to discuss, so I must take my leave for now. I will certainly come back to reminisce with you all when I have more time later!"

After saying this, he turned around and followed Huang Wenyan and his elder brother toward the location of the Huang clan.

Along the way, Wu Ming secretly observed the team in front of him.

The Huang clan had come out in full force, and the sheer size of their formation was astonishing!

Not to mention the large number of Qi Refining stage clansmen, there were as many as seven Foundation Establishment stage experts!

Such formidable strength undoubtedly demonstrates the Huang family's unwavering belief and determination to win this treasure hunt.

Based on Wu Ming's previous understanding of the Huang family, it is clear that the Huang family has dispatched more than half of its Foundation Establishment cultivators to participate in this battle. It is conceivable that this battle for the treasure will be extremely fierce and brutal!

The Huang clan, including seven Foundation Establishment stage experts such as Huang Wenyan and Huang Wenyong, as well as three powerful individuals, Wu Ming, Pan Ning, and Chu Nan, gathered here, totaling ten Foundation Establishment cultivators.

The group sat in a circle, the atmosphere both solemn and warm.

Just then, an elderly man with a full head of silver hair but a vigorous spirit stood up. He scanned everyone present with piercing eyes and then said loudly: "It is truly an honor for the Huang clan to have Fellow Daoist Wu come to assist us! This great undertaking will surely succeed!"

His words were full of respect for Wu Ming.

Upon hearing this, Wu Ming smiled modestly and quickly replied, "Fellow Daoist, you flatter me. May I ask your name?"

After saying this, he also stood up and bowed to the old man with clasped hands.

Seeing this, the old man laughed heartily, patted his forehead as if to console himself, and said with a smile:

What a terrible memory I have! I've completely forgotten to introduce myself! I am Huang Mingxuan, the Grand Elder of the Huang Clan. To witness Fellow Daoist Wu's brilliance today is truly an eye-opener!

Upon hearing that the other party was the Huang Clan's Grand Elder, Wu Ming's heart skipped a beat, but he maintained his composure on the surface and bowed again, saying:

It turns out that it was Elder Huang himself who came. I was disrespectful and please forgive my rudeness.

Huang Mingxuan waved his hand and said kindly, "Fellow Daoist Wu, you flatter me. We are all fellow Daoists, why be so formal? Besides, you have known Wenyan and Wenyong for a long time, so you are naturally a distinguished guest of our Huang family!"

It's a pity that I've been in seclusion for some time, otherwise I would have met you sooner.

Then, Huang Mingxuan changed the subject, his gaze falling on Pan Ning and Chu Nan beside Wu Ming, and asked curiously: Fellow Daoist Wu, could you introduce these two friends beside you?

"These two fellow Daoists are my close friends—Fellow Daoists Pan Ning and Chu Nan! They happened to be guests at my residence a few days ago and heard about this important event."

Feeling a great sense of responsibility, Wu invited the two men to come and help him.

As the saying goes, "Many hands make light work," meaning that every additional person contributes to a greater effort.

With a smile, Wu Ming introduced Chu Nan and Pan Ning to everyone, and emphasized that the two had a close relationship with him.