Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law

Chapter 171 Nangong Tianyin

"I don’t know, why does His Highness the Third Prince ask about him?" Xu Ping’an inquired.

"To be honest, Xu Ping’an is my nephew. I heard that he left the Beichen Sword Sect, so I was a bit worried, sorry," Nangong Wentian said with a smile.

Xu Ping’an’s heart trembled with deep emotion.

He hadn’t expected his third uncle to care so much about him.

However, he couldn’t acknowledge his relationship with him, because once his identity was exposed, it would inevitably bring him a great deal of trouble. He could reveal it, but not now.

"I see. His Highness the Third Prince can rest assured, Xu Ping’an is not weak in strength or cunning in means, he will surely be fine," ’Situ Feng’ said with a laugh.

"If Young Master Situ says so, then I am relieved. Please, come inside," Nangong Wentian immediately replied.

Xu Ping’an gave a slight smile and then followed Fu Changxing toward the interior of the Nangong family mansion.

"Fu Changxing, you actually dare to come, you’re seeking death."

However, just at that moment, a furious voice sounded.

A middle-aged man was glaring at Fu Changxing and Fu Wen, his eyes filled with murderous intent.

"He is the head of the Luo family, Luo Zhen, and also Luo Yan’s father," Fu Wen whispered to Xu Ping’an.

Xu Ping’an nodded; he had roughly guessed the man’s identity.

"Luo family head, this is the Commandery Prince’s Mansion. Today is my father’s seventieth birthday. Whatever grievances you have, I ask you not to settle them here," Nangong Tianlan immediately reprimanded coldly.

Luo Zhen immediately apologized, "I’m sorry, Your Highness the Third Prince. It’s just that this Fu Changxing condoned his son’s murder of my daughter, and I couldn’t help but lose control."

As Luo Zhen spoke, he still stared at the Fu family father and son with gritted teeth, clearly showing his deep hatred for them.

"Luo family head, I’ll say it one more time, no matter what grudges you have, all must be set aside today, or else it will be considered as making an enemy of my City Lord’s Mansion," Nangong Tianlan said in a cold voice.

Luo Zhen, although reluctant, still could only nod his head in agreement, "Yes, Your Highness the Third Prince."

Fu Changxing and Fu Wen both smiled; they had anticipated this outcome.

How could the Commandery Prince’s Mansion birthday banquet allow others to cause trouble?

This was also the reason why they dared to attend the banquet.

Xu Ping’an noticed that Nangong Tianlan was clearly favoring the Fu family.

"Hmph, Fu Changxing, we’ll see; my daughter’s vengeance won’t end like this," Luo Zhen said angrily as he brushed past Fu Changxing’s group with a swish of his sleeve.

"We welcome you at any time!" Fu Changxing said with a laugh.

Luo Zhen glared at him furiously, but there was nothing he could do, so he could only leave in anger.

"The Luo family likely won’t let this go, you better be careful," Xu Ping’an spoke up.

The latter nodded.

"As long as they are not a Sixth Rank Expert, I fear nothing. If they dare to come, I will fight them to the end," Fu Wen said with a resolute look in his eyes.

Xu Ping’an nodded. Fu Wen’s spirit was certainly not lacking, which was a good thing.

But being too rigid can easily lead to breaking; it was still wise to be careful.

After that, Xu Ping’an walked into the Commandery Prince’s Mansion alongside Fu Changxing.

At this moment, the Commandery Prince’s Mansion was bustling with activity; guests were arriving continuously, with wealthy merchants and those of the cultivation powers from the entire Beishan Prefecture.

Xu Ping’an observed his surroundings and actually recognized a few acquaintances.

Among them, the most eye-catching was Yu Xianlan, the owner of the Drunken Fairy Building.

Yu Xianlan, currently dressed in a purple gown, was incredibly beautiful and charming.

The gazes of many young men in the room were constantly on her, and those with the gall directly approached to chat with her, only to leave with a shameless expression.

She also noticed Xu Ping’an and rewarded him with a slight smile.

That one smile suddenly made Xu Ping’an the focus of many onlookers.

Xu Ping’an could only smile bitterly, knowing full well that this enchantress was doing it on purpose.

Apart from Yu Xianlan, Nangong Tianlan was also present; however, Xu Ping’an had changed his appearance, and Nangong Tianlan did not recognize him.

What Xu Ping’an had not expected was that Shangguan Lingyu and Wu Tianjian had also come.

"Talk about a narrow road for enemies, to actually run into them here," Xu Ping’an cursed in his heart.

The latter caught a glimpse of surprise in Xu Ping’an’s eyes, obviously not expecting Xu Ping’an to be there.

But he did not recognize Xu Ping’an, so he shifted his gaze away.

Xu Ping’an found it amusing; surely Shangguan Lingyu’s purpose for being here was to look for him.

Clearly, Shangguan Lingyu knew of his connection with the Nangong Family, so he wanted to try his luck here.

It had to be said, Shangguan Lingyu’s idea was indeed not wrong.

Only, even if he stood right in front of them, they would not recognize him.

Besides these people, there was another acquaintance Xu Ping’an had not expected to see.

That was Zhou Mengyue.

At this moment, Zhou Mengyue was following a middle-aged beauty.

The middle-aged beauty had a dignified air, was stunningly beautiful, and exuded a seductive quality that was hard for one to resist sinking into.

A Sixth Rank Expert?" Xu Ping’an was startled; he had not expected the middle-aged beauty to be a Sixth Rank expert.

What surprised him even more was that Zhou Mengyue’s cultivation had actually reached the Fourth Rank, Fifth Layer Realm, something completely beyond Xu Ping’an’s expectations.

To think that when Zhou Mengyue had left, she was only at the Second Rank, and in just a few months, Zhou Mengyue had reached the Fourth Rank; this speed could definitely be described as unbelievable.

Zhou Mengyue was only of Third Level physique; she absolutely could not have such a fast cultivation speed.

Therefore, Zhou Mengyue must have encountered some sort of fortuitous adventure.

If he wasn’t mistaken, this must be related to the middle-aged beauty before him.

Zhou Mengyue also spotted Xu Ping’an and looked towards him.

However, Xu Ping’an had now changed his appearance, and Zhou Mengyue did not recognize Xu Ping’an.

Instead, she smiled and nodded at Xu Ping’an.

Xu Ping’an chuckled to himself, knowing that if Zhou Mengyue knew his identity, she probably wouldn’t be able to smile.

Xu Ping’an didn’t pay them any mind and turned his attention to a spirited woman in the distance.

The woman appeared to be in her thirties but was very well-preserved, with fair skin, a delicate face, and yet full of valor.

Her cultivation was also high, having already reached the peak of the Fifth Rank.

Most importantly, the woman exuded a strong killing aura, giving one the sense of facing an unmatched assassin.

"Is that my aunt, Nangong Tianyin?" Xu Ping’an recognized the woman’s identity at a glance.

Nangong Tianyin, the Great General of Beishan Prefecture, had established a great military reputation.

Xu Ping’an also saw his two uncles.

Both men were extraordinary in appearance and commanded an imposing presence.

Xu Ping’an didn’t think much of it and headed straight towards his aunt.

"General Nangong, I am Situ Feng; I have the pleasure of meeting you," Xu Ping’an said with a smile.

"Situ Feng, the chief disciple of the Li Huo Sect of Beishan Prefecture, I know of you," Nangong Tianyin said with a smile.

Xu Ping’an smiled slightly, not surprised that his aunt knew of Situ Feng’s identity.

"General Nangong, I heard that the general also has a sister. I wonder if the Commandery Princess is present today?" Xu Ping’an asked with a smile.

No sooner had Xu Ping’an spoken than he felt an overwhelming killing intent sweep over him in an instant.

Then he saw the chill in Nangong Tianyin’s eyes that was cold to the extreme.