C769 The Chaotic Huo Family

Huo Dongcheng and Huo Dongsheng—two names that sound remarkably similar. However, the difference between them is quite significant. While Huo Dongsheng is the leader of the Yang Sect of the Acacia Sect, the Acacia Sect itself is not exactly a prestigious group and certainly can't be compared to the Limitless Sect. The Huo family, with its influence over an entire district, holds a significant position within the Limitless Sect. It's hard to imagine any of their disciples falling to the level of joining the Acacia Sect.

Because of this, when Bing Yue first heard the name Huo Dongcheng, she didn't make the connection. It wasn't until Woo Zhengyang mentioned it that she realized, though she still found it hard to believe.

"You'll find out in due time. Let's find a place to rest for now," Woo Zhengyang said, not elaborating further. He sensed that the situation was more complicated than it seemed. Throughout his journey, whether by chance or design, many events seemed orchestrated for him, one after another. This time was likely no different.

...

In Limitless City, at the Huo estate, a seductive woman lay on the bed, softly gasping. Her alluring presence would be enough to tempt any man. However, a glance at the man with her would quickly dampen that interest. He was an elderly man, his hair white and face lined with deep wrinkles. Despite his remarkable abilities, time had taken its toll, and he moved with labored breaths.

After a short while, the storm subsided, and the old man turned over to lie on his side, closing his eyes for a moment before speaking. "Why are you back today? Isn't it the time for your Acacia Sect's grand gathering?"

The woman beside him was none other than Feng Ji, the leader of the Acacia Sect.

"Mr. Huo, it seems something has happened to Huo Dongsheng!" Feng Ji said directly.

The old man frowned slightly, his already deeply lined face becoming even more furrowed, giving him a rather intimidating appearance.

"What trouble has he gotten into now?"

"It looks like he's been captured. According to the soul stone from our sect, he should still be alive, but he's vanished. Plus, the sect leader's token was sent to the Acacia Sect a couple of days ago!"

"Who has the nerve to detain someone from the Huo family? Even though Huo Dongsheng was officially expelled, everyone knows he's a direct descendant of the Huo family. No matter how reckless he is, he's not someone others can mess with!"

"Anyone from the Limitless Domain with any sense wouldn't do such a thing. Everyone knows the Huo family's standing in the Limitless Sect! The key point is, the person who delivered the token isn't from our domain," Feng Ji explained.

"Not from the Limitless Domain? Then where? Could it be from one of the other major regions or the Central Continent? That rascal, who does he think he can provoke?"

"Huo, you're overthinking it. This time, it's someone from the Golden Scale Domain!"

"Golden Scale Domain? That remote place? Could it be the Golden Scale Sect? Even if it is, if they dare to disrespect the Huo family, they're asking for trouble!"

Feng Ji shook her head thoughtfully. "It's not the Golden Scale Sect. It's a sect called the Ice Heart Sect."

"Ice Heart Sect? A sect with 'gate' in its name dares to be so audacious?" Huo opened his eyes, a hint of surprise flashing in them.

"I'm puzzled too, but what's more surprising is that the Ice Heart Sect has a Sovereign!"

"A Sovereign... that's a bit tricky. Tell me more."

"Yes, it all started a while back. A woman named Bing Yue from the Ice Heart Sect came to the Limitless Domain. Huo Dongsheng happened to meet her and wanted to recruit her into our Acacia Sect. He even used some special methods, but unexpectedly, she didn't take the bait and left directly."

"Huo Dongsheng was upset and followed her to the Golden Scale Domain. Two weeks ago, he returned to the sect with two elders, saying he wanted to establish something called the True Yang Sect to pressure the Ice Heart Sect. I was initially against it, but Huo Dongsheng wouldn't listen, claiming he had everything arranged and was determined to proceed, so he went ahead with his plan."

"Then, just a couple of days ago, a man and two women showed up at our gate with Huo Dongsheng's sect master token. I noticed one of the women had unfathomable power, so I didn't provoke them. After they left, I came to seek your decision, Huo!"

"One guy and two girls? Tell me more!"

"The guy is really young, probably not even twenty yet. His looks are just okay, and his skills are only at the Shape Gathering Stage. As for the two women, one is at the Martial King Stage, which is the leader of the Ice Heart Sect, Bing Yue. The other one is a woman in red, and I can't quite figure her out, but she must be at the Sovereign level," Feng Ji explained in detail.

"Well, that's interesting!" The elder from the Huo family nodded thoughtfully after hearing Feng Ji's description.

...

"Grandpa! Grandpa!"

Just as the elder and Feng Ji fell silent, a shout came from outside.

"It's that kid, Huo Dongcheng. I better make myself scarce. If he sees me with you, he'll definitely get jealous again," Feng Ji said, her cheeks turning pink.

"That useless brat. You just stay in bed. I'll see what he wants!" The elder said, throwing on a robe and heading to the door.

"Hey... Feng Ji... you..."

As soon as the door opened, a flustered figure rushed in, immediately spotting Feng Ji on the bed. Despite being covered with a blanket, her appearance was still quite revealing, which sparked a flicker of anger in his eyes. But seeing the elder, he quickly suppressed his irritation.

This was none other than Huo Dongcheng, who had been pestering Bing Yue and Woo Zhengyang not long ago!

"Rushing around like that, what kind of behavior is this?" the elder of the Huo family scolded with a hint of irritation.

"Sorry, sorry, Grandpa! I didn't mean to disturb you!" Huo Dongcheng apologized repeatedly, bowing slightly.

Both the elder and Feng Ji were quite surprised. Huo Dongcheng had always been a bit of a wild child, even more so than Huo Dongsheng, and he often got jealous when Feng Ji spent time with his grandfather. But this time, he only showed a brief flicker of emotion before apologizing.

"What happened?" the elder asked, his expression softening a bit.

"Grandpa, I've found a granddaughter-in-law for you!" Huo Dongcheng said excitedly.

"What granddaughter-in-law? You've said this so many times before. Which girl have you set your sights on now? Let me remind you, Limitless City isn't ours to do as we please!"

"No, no, I'm serious this time! And she's not from Limitless City. Otherwise, they would have known about our Huo family. I don't even know where she's from, but she's quite the beauty!" Huo Dongcheng was still a bit thrilled as he mentioned Bing Yue.