C653 The Change in the Bright Sun City

"Did they send them back again?"

Woo Zhengyang suddenly considered this serious issue. After the Spirit Altar activated, it didn't give people a choice and sent him back to the Lau mansion, where he grew up. What about the others? Were they sent back to similar places?

"If that's the case, did Rice return to Great Leaf Village? Did Black Robe go back to Moon Light Martial Mansion? Did Lee Yuanye return to the Heavenly Mirror Pavilion?"

"No, Lee Yuanye said his true home is a place called Earth. Could he have returned to the home he's always dreamed of?"

"If so, he'd be thrilled, but Black Robe would be frustrated, fighting so hard only to end up back where he started..."

"What about Bing'er and Yun'er? Where could they be? Ice Crystal Fire Hall or Star World?"

Woo Zhengyang suddenly thought of this possibility and quickly focused his mind on the Ice Crystal Fire Hall. His anticipation turned into disappointment. There was no sign of Bing'er and the other three women in the Ice Crystal Fire Hall, nor was there any trace of Yun'er in Star World...

"Who..."

Just as Woo Zhengyang was lost in thought, he suddenly became alert. With a step of the Dragon Countering Nine Steps, he moved like a soaring golden dragon towards a certain direction. Without the seal of the Heaven Shrouding Great Array, Woo Zhengyang felt incredibly light, and with the insights gained at the Azure Sun Martial Mansion, his almost re-mastered Dragon Countering Nine Steps had reached a perfected state.

Previously, Woo Zhengyang had mastered the "Dragon Countering Nine Steps," but he hadn't truly grasped its essence. Now, after retraining, he felt a profound connection with the world when he performed it, making it incomparable to before.

Moments later, Woo Zhengyang appeared beneath the wall in the backyard of the Lau mansion, holding the No Life Sword. In the shadow of the wall, a thin figure trembled, the sword's tip pressed against his throat.

"Please, spare me... please..."

"Who are you, and why are you here?"

"I'm from the mayor's mansion..."

"Who's the current mayor?" Woo Zhengyang asked directly.

After Woo Zhengyang's previous intervention, the mayor of Bright Sun City had become his uncle, Lau Qinghan. However, a series of events had left everything uncertain. Woo Zhengyang's presence in the quiet Lau mansion was suspicious—normally, someone would be guarding it, even if they had moved to the mayor's mansion. This prompted his question.

A short while later, Woo Zhengyang sat in the main hall of the mayor's mansion in Bright Sun City.

"Young Master Woo, I had no choice. It was a direct order from above, and I didn't dare defy it!" said Lee Minglang, the head of the Lee family and the current mayor of Bright Sun City.

Woo Zhengyang sneered, "Have you forgotten your original promise just because of orders from above?"

When Woo Zhengyang last returned, he not only helped Lau Qinghan become the head of the Lau family and the lord of Bright Sun City, but also ensured that the Lee and Yuanye families pledged allegiance to the Lau family, preventing them from coveting the lordship. Unfortunately, a series of events disrupted everything.

Upon learning that the current city lord is Lee Minglang, Woo Zhengyang was displeased. Even the small Lee family took advantage of the situation, showing no respect for him.

"No, no, I wouldn't dare. The orders came from above, and I had no choice. But rest assured, Young Master Woo, as soon as Brother Lau returns, I'll gladly hand over the city lordship and offer full compensation," Lee Minglang apologized repeatedly.

"Hmph! Easy for you to say. I bet you're hoping my uncle never comes back!"

"How could I dare? Young Master Woo, with your vast abilities, left the Profound Heaven Sect without anyone noticing. Your future is boundless, and I believe you'll return stronger than ever!" Lee Minglang flattered, but as he lowered his head, a cold smile flickered across his lips.

Although Woo Zhengyang had left the Profound Heaven Sect over six months ago, the outside world remained unaware, thinking he was still in seclusion there.

Lee Minglang was startled when Woo Zhengyang suddenly appeared. He had stationed people to keep an eye on the Lau mansion to see if anyone else would return, but he never expected Woo Zhengyang, the formidable figure, to show up. Having witnessed Woo Zhengyang's prowess, Lee Minglang knew that not just any guard, but even he himself, wouldn't dare to confront him.

If he had known his actions would attract Woo Zhengyang, Lee Minglang would never have made that decision. However, he wasn't overly worried. Woo Zhengyang must have sneaked out of the Profound Heaven Sect. Currently, he's a hot commodity, with not only the Heavenly Martial Sect but countless other Martial Kings searching for him. He must be cautious and unwilling to reveal himself.

Woo Zhengyang, understanding Lee Minglang's implication, didn't comment and continued, "Where are my uncle and the others now?"

"They should be in Hibernation Dragon City," Lee Minglang replied cautiously.

"Hibernation Dragon City..." Woo Zhengyang repeated, picking up a teacup from the table as he began contemplating his next move. Based on the information from Lee Minglang, the Profound Heaven Sect seemed relatively calm. Despite the turmoil outside and numerous Martial Kings probing the mountain protecting array, it hadn't been breached, suggesting those inside were quite safe.

No matter what, Woo Zhengyang was determined to return to the Profound Heaven Sect. However, he couldn't just ignore his uncle and the others, especially since they were involved because of him.

The only regret was that the route back to the Profound Heaven Sect didn't pass through Hibernation Dragon City, which meant his return would be delayed by a few days.

Without further delay, Woo Zhengyang prepared to leave. He glanced at the teacup in his hand and took a gentle sip.

The tea was excellent, but as soon as it went down, Woo Zhengyang's expression changed. A strange force surged straight to his spiritual core.

"You..." Woo Zhengyang glared angrily at Lee Minglang.

"Haha... I thought I was going to miss this opportunity, but it turns out fate had other plans!" Lee Minglang dropped his submissive demeanor and burst into laughter.

As his laughter echoed, the entire mansion came alive, with squads of guards gathering around...

"Haha, Lee, it seems our families are indeed quite lucky!" Another burst of laughter came from a burly man who walked in!