For the next period, Xiao Yunlong remained almost entirely indoors. After all, Chuan City had long since changed, and even the old district, while retaining some childhood memories, held no solace as his loved ones were no longer there. Visiting would only deepen his sorrow.
For two days, Xiao Yunlong stayed in his hotel room, cultivating. The speed of his Three Thousand Divine Kingdoms technique had slowed at this stage, but his overall strength continued to improve, having opened nearly fifty divine kingdoms.
During this time, Xiao Yunlong dispatched Tang Bowen and Jun Bufan to assist Lu Zhenghan in taking over all industries under the Zhao family. The Zhao family, naturally, dared not object and complied obediently.
Perhaps fearing further retaliation, the Zhao family, after handing over their assets, decided to liquidate their belongings and flee Chuan City overnight. Xiao Yunlong did not intervene, nor did he seek to exterminate them. He did not even touch the Zhao family's savings or household treasures.
As for the Ouyang and Baili families, these two days had allowed Xiao Yunlong to witness their formidable influence in Chuan City.
Earlier, in the top-floor restaurant, while Tu Fu had forcibly shoved Baili Liuyun and Ouyang Nana into the restroom to eat excrement and drink urine, at Xiao Yunlong's instruction, numerous videos and photos had been taken and uploaded online.
The moment these videos and photos appeared online, they caused a massive uproar, even reaching the top trending searches. Within half an hour, through the machinations of the Ouyang and Baili families, the trending topics were directly removed, and all related news vanished from the entire network.
It had to be acknowledged that in Chuan City, the influence of these two families was extraordinarily vast, truly reaching everywhere.
Upon hearing about this, Xiao Yunlong merely smiled dismissively.
The wedding of Baili Liuyun and Ouyang Nana was unaffected. Preparations continued intensely over these two days, especially at the Baili family's suburban manor, where red lanterns were now hung high, creating a festive atmosphere.
Of course, while arranging the joyous occasion, Baili Xiong, as the family patriarch, did not forget to maintain vigilance.
Perhaps it was due to the Baili family's rising power and status in recent years, but Baili Xiong's physique had also expanded. His pointed head, plump face, and round body made him appear somewhat comical.
However, his small eyes often conveyed an authority that commanded respect, even inspiring a chilling fear.
At this moment, Baili Xiong stood on the threshold, watching the servants busily moving in the courtyard. He suddenly turned to the butler beside him and asked, "Is there no news from Feiyun yet?"
The butler immediately bowed and replied, "To the Patriarch, Young Master Feiyun set out from Qingcheng Mountain this morning. It is said that the Qingcheng Seven Disciples and the Qingcheng Four Elders are accompanying him!"
The butler paused before continuing, "Calculating the time, they should be arriving soon."
Baili Xiong then nodded slightly, "Excellent. As long as Feiyun is in the Qingcheng Sect, he serves as a vital link. Our Baili family can maintain a good relationship with the Qingcheng Sect. With the Qingcheng Sect's support from behind, we can rest easy in Chuan City. In the future, when Feiyun becomes a high-ranking member of the Qingcheng Sect, our Baili family might even be able to advance further."
"Advance further? Does the Patriarch mean to contend for the position of Chuan City Lord?"
The butler beside him was slightly taken aback and said, "With Young Master Feiyun's intelligence and talent, he has already become one of the Qingcheng Seven Disciples in just a few years. It is likely that he will soon become one of the Qingcheng Four Elders, followed by the two Deputy Sect Masters. Even becoming the next Sect Master of the Qingcheng Sect is highly probable."
The butler's flattery struck a chord with Baili Xiong, who couldn't help but burst into hearty laughter.
"However, Patriarch, Young Master Liuyun's wedding is tomorrow. It is said that the young man from the Xiao family has brought several martial arts experts with him for revenge. We still cannot let our guard down," the butler quickly added.
Baili Xiong snorted, "With Feiyun returning with the Qingcheng Seven Disciples, and accompanied by the Qingcheng Four Elders, such a formidable array of martial arts experts! If that brat surnamed Xiao dares to come tomorrow, I will ensure he has no place to be buried!"
"Furthermore, I will dig up all the Xiao family bones buried at the foot of Qingcheng Mountain and feed them to the dogs, to quell the anger in my heart!"
After speaking, Baili Xiong let out another heavy snort, his face filled with fury.
Just then, a guard rushed in and shouted, "Patriarch, Young Master Feiyun has returned, bringing a host of Qingcheng Sect experts!"
"Excellent! Quickly summon all the direct disciples of the family and escort them to the entrance to welcome them!"
Baili Xiong was overjoyed, his expression quickly turning into a beaming smile as he hurried towards the entrance.
Of all this, Xiao Yunlong was naturally unaware, nor did he care. He remained in his bedroom, continuing his cultivation.
On the afternoon of the third day, Xiao Yunlong finally concluded his cultivation. He picked up the invitation on the table and walked out of the room, taking his five top subordinates with him to the Baili Manor.
"By the way, have you prepared the wedding gift you were asked to prepare?" Xiao Yunlong asked as he entered the underground garage.
"Master, as you instructed, it has been prepared!" Tang Bowen replied.
Xiao Yunlong nodded, then settled into the car. The two cars quickly departed.
It was a bright, sunny day. Although late autumn brought a distinct chill, the high sun at noon still made the air feel crisp and warm.
The Baili family was exceptionally festive today. The vast plaza in front of the entrance was filled with cars, mostly luxury vehicles, and guests of all kinds arrived in a steady stream.
After all, it was a marriage alliance between the Baili and Ouyang families, two major affluent families in Chuan City. All families in Chuan City would show respect, sending representatives to offer their congratulations. It was said that five hundred tables were laid out for the wedding today, making for a grand affair.
Baili Liuyun and Ouyang Nana, dressed in resplendent red wedding attire, stood at the entrance to welcome guests, accompanied, of course, by Mr. and Mrs. Baili and Mr. and Mrs. Ouyang.
Ouyang Qingshan was Ouyang Nana's father and the patriarch of the Ouyang family. In fact, years ago, Ouyang Qingshan and Xiao Yunlong's father were sworn brothers. It was because of this that Xiao Yunlong had been close to Ouyang Nana.
Who would have thought that Ouyang Qingshan would be such a treacherous and deceitful person? While outwardly calling Xiao Yunlong's father his brother, he had secretly orchestrated a brutal assassination.
Guests continued to arrive at the entrance, while the butler busied himself having servants record the gifts brought by the guests. The gifts in the corner had already piled up like a mountain!
However, at this very moment, a large red coffin was transported to the main entrance of the Baili family.
This sudden appearance of a coffin immediately drew the attention of the surrounding guests, who exchanged glances and murmured amongst themselves.
After all, today was the wedding of Young Master Liuyun of the Baili family. To send a coffin on such a day was nothing short of blatant provocation and an insult!
"Who did this? Which bastard did this? Are they tired of living?" Baili Hu, the second uncle of the Baili family, roared angrily.
As he spoke, Baili Hu moved forward to grab the driver who was transporting the coffin. The driver, however, was already terrified, his face pale. Clearly, he had not anticipated such a scene.
"I did it!"
Just then, Xiao Yunlong stepped out of the car behind, straightened his collar, and said with a hearty laugh, "How is it? Are you satisfied with this grand gift I've sent?"
The scene erupted into an uproar, as many guests recognized Xiao Yunlong.
"It's him! What a guy, daring to send a coffin on the Baili family's wedding day! This is practically provoking the Baili family's wrath!"
"Now this is going to be interesting!"