Chapter 1428: Chapter 1429: An Yiqing Makes an Appearance (3)
Clearly, Shao Qiang’s flattery was very appropriate, and Long Zaitian smiled radiantly, looking much more spirited than before.
"Good child, accompany your foster father out."
Shao Qiang was delighted inside, quickly stepping forward to assist Long Zaitian. Previously, at every banquet, the role of accompanying Long Zaitian into the banquet hall had always belonged to his elder brother Shao Xing. Unexpectedly, today it was his turn.
The more he thought this way, the happier Shao Qiang felt, and his smile grew even broader. He didn’t notice the flash of coldness and ruthlessness in Long Zaitian’s eyes, nor did he remember that his foster father would never allow anyone to threaten his position!
When Long Zaitian entered the banquet hall, everyone paused their conversations to look at him.
In Long Zaitian’s eyes, the way everyone looked at him this time was more respectful than ever before. From today onwards, he was the true Head of Xuanqing Sect, above all!
Warmly greeting everyone, Long Zaitian, supported by Shao Qiang, walked onto the podium.
"Ladies and gentlemen, good evening. Welcome to this banquet amidst your busy schedules!"
The banquet hall gradually quieted down, and everyone’s eyes were fixed on Long Zaitian on stage.
Such gazes gave Long Zaitian immense enjoyment; only at times like this, over all these years, did he truly feel he was the leader of Xuanqing Sect, holding all the power!
"I imagine everyone must be curious as to why Xuanqing Sect suddenly decided to host this banquet. Recently, the turmoil in Jinyin City must have reached your ears. Xuanqing Sect, being an innocent victim, was unwarrantedly dragged into it, and it has been truly difficult to bear. But those days are coming to an end, and Xuanqing Sect is about to usher in a new era!"
Long Zaitian was extremely excited, his voice full of vigor, "Taking advantage of today’s occasion, I want to announce something! Everyone knows Mr. Chiang Yu, who, originally to repay kindness, promised my father to join Xuanqing Sect. Over the years, I have always treated him with great respect, but unexpectedly, he colluded with outsiders to leak Xuanqing Sect’s information, attempting to take over Xuanqing Sect! Our sect will never tolerate such traitors! Now, Chiang Yu has been expelled and unfortunately fell off a cliff. Considering our years of acquaintance, I’ve decided not to pursue this matter further! But the name Chiang Yu will be forever erased from Xuanqing Sect’s records! I want future people of Xuanqing Sect to take this as a warning, traitors to the sect, will be executed without mercy!"
As soon as Long Zaitian finished speaking, a light yet indifferent voice sounded at the banquet hall’s entrance—
"What a declaration, traitors shall be executed without mercy! I wonder, Sect Leader Long, what color your heart turned when you said these words!"
Surprise flashed in everyone’s eyes as they quickly turned to look at the doorway, while Long Zaitian’s face suddenly turned pale upon hearing the voice!
The doors slowly opened, revealing a young woman in a white dress and a middle-aged man around forty or fifty years old in a white short-sleeved shirt standing before everyone. Behind them were thirteen men and women dressed in black suits, each exuding a murderous aura, their demeanor icy!
These two were none other than the rumored dead An Yiqing and Chiang Yu!
"Sect Leader Long, your eloquence is remarkable! But I wonder how many of the words you’ve spoken align with your conscience!"
An Yiqing was the first to step forward, slowly approaching Long Zaitian amidst everyone’s gaze. Her steps were light and slow, almost soundless, yet each seemed to strike Long Zaitian’s heart like a heavy hammer.
An Yiqing’s presence was overpowering, even standing on the stage, Long Zaitian could feel the pressure from across. He stared hard at the suddenly appearing An Yiqing, utterly confused as to why she was here,
"Are you a person or a ghost?!" Long Zaitian asked hoarsely.
An Yiqing smiled coldly, "Sect Leader Long, do you wish I were a person or a ghost?"
"Humph! I have no interest in playing riddles with you!" Long Zaitian’s eyes flashed as he coldly grunted, shifting his gaze to Chiang Yu, "Miss An truly has remarkable skills! No wonder Chiang Yu would defect just to seek refuge under your banner! But Miss An, I wonder what is the purpose of your visit today? I don’t recall Xuanqing Sect inviting you!"
At this point, Long Zaitian ceased to maintain face. An Yiqing’s appearance was unexpected, posing a significant threat to him.
The more he thought, the more anxious he became, and Long Zaitian decided not to wait any longer.
"Ah Qiang, Ah Xing, escort Miss An and Mr. Chiang to Xuanqing Sect as guests! I will personally visit after the banquet!"
"No need!" An Yiqing waved her hand to interrupt Long Zaitian, "Given the situation, does Sect Leader Long still intend to hide the truth? Whether Mr. Chiang defected or was framed by you, you know very well! Long Zaitian, I ask you once more, do you know your wrongs!"