King of Assassins-Chapter 644 - 494: Can’t Understand

The doorbell reminded Gao Xuan of Pegasus Star, recalling that time when Yun Qingshang completed a genetic sequence mutation evolution, only to have a bunch of people show up and cause trouble.

Regardless of Gao Xuan's fate, the Six-winged Celestial Cicada would not react. This was also the limitation of the Six-winged Celestial Cicada.

Every time, Yun Qingshang seemed to have something happen at a critical moment, possibly because the child was naturally unfortunate...

Gao Xuan muttered in his heart, already at the door.

When he opened the door, he saw Song Town standing there, a smile on his lean, aged face, holding that Wooden Ruler.

Song Town of the Heaven Measuring Sword, a Golden Upper-tier Powerhouse. A top-notch powerhouse of the Song Family. He had interacted with Gao Xuan before and took good care of him.

To speak of it, there was still some friendship between them.

Gao Xuan left Yun Qingshang on Taiwei Star because of his friendship with Song Town. The Song Family wouldn't easily side with groups like the Qin Family.

Whether the Song Family did so to maintain balance, or because they appreciated him, or both, the Song Family was a neutral and friendly camp.

Among the Alliance's many Golden Families, the Song Family counted as an ally worth courting.

This time Song Town personally came, which did not surprise Gao Xuan.

Given the Song Family's capability, they should have long known that Yun Qingshang was hiding here.

With the Celestial Net and Light Computers, every resident's data on Taiwei Star was constantly monitored.

Gao Xuan had Sage Authority and could falsify data, but such data might not be able to fool the Song Family.

With the Song Family's ability, a few rounds of data checks would confirm Yun Qingshang's situation.

Gao Xuan never planned to hide from the Song Family. With their knowledge, they could better protect Yun Qingshang.

The Song Family, out of vigilance, would also monitor Yun Qingshang's location.

Gao Xuan directly broke through the void using the Sky-breaking Divine Wings, leaving no trace for anyone to capture.

He was busy tinkering with the Greed Furnace these days, and even though the Source Power reaction was subtle, it couldn't escape a powerhouse's notice.

For a powerhouse like Song Town, even though Taiwei Star was vast, it was as if lying on his palm.

Song Town noticed the strange Source Power fluctuations here over several days and realized something was amiss.

Even so, Song Town wasn't sure if it was Gao Xuan who had come. To ensure safety, Song Town condescended to visit personally.

Today's Gao Xuan was very different in status. Even though Yun Qingshang wasn't important, for Gao Xuan's sake, Song Town had to take good care of her.

It wasn't until Gao Xuan opened the door that Song Town confirmed it was Gao Xuan inside, and finally, a smile appeared on his old face.

Honestly, Gao Xuan appearing on Taiwei Star at this time was still a surprise to him.

From the Black Banner Star Realm, even the fastest spaceship wouldn't make it in time. Could Gao Xuan have physically crossed the Star River?

Several months later, Gao Xuan's power had visibly increased a lot.

Seeing Gao Xuan with his own eyes further confirmed Song Town's suspicions. Gao Xuan's eyes, deep as the starry sky, were incredibly charming.

Even more frightening was his Spiritual Power, which was as boundless as the starry sky. Gao Xuan was now at the Golden Upper-tier! With his eyesight, he couldn't see through Gao Xuan's reality.

Realizing this, Song Town's smile became two degrees more intimate.

"Elder Song personally visiting, what an honor, what an honor."

Gao Xuan said, "Qingshang is cultivating, let's find a place to talk."

Song Town glanced at Gao Xuan, "I'm not in a hurry, I just sensed a Source Power mutation, so I came to take a look."

"Thanks to Elder Song's care, Qingshang can stay here with peace of mind."

Gao Xuan lamented, "In this world, I have only Qingshang as a relative. She is very important to me."

Song Town waved his hand, "A trivial matter, not worth mentioning."

He thought for a moment and said, "Since you are convenient, let's go to my manor for tea."

Song Town saw that Gao Xuan seemed at ease, and it appeared everything was fine with Yun Qingshang in the room. After being separated for several months, he indeed had things to discuss with Gao Xuan.

Wolong Manor, Wolong Pavilion.

The pavilion was placed on the edge of a cliff, offering a wide view. The entire Purple Wall City unfolded before it. A rushing river flowed through the middle of Purple Wall City, splitting the city into two as well as dividing the vast plain into two sections.

Sitting in Wolong Pavilion, with the mountain wind howling, a vast view, and sipping on rich fragrant tea, it indeed had an ethereal, carefree immortal ambiance.

There was no one else in the pavilion; Song Town brewed the tea himself. The old man was close to a thousand years old, and though his combat prowess was unknown, his tea-brewing skills were indeed superb.

The tea was naturally extraordinary, the green tea liquor crystal clear, with a delicate long-lasting aroma. When the tea entered the mouth, the fruity flavor became even more lingering.

As the tea's Spiritual Power dispersed, even Gao Xuan felt completely relaxed, with the Spiritual Power of his acupoints washed over by the tea's Spiritual Power.

Drinking such tea once might be nothing, but over time, it would significantly benefit the body and the cultivation of Source Power. It saved a lot of water-grinding labor needed to refine Source Power.

The noble families, with their endless emergence of masters and geniuses, this was indeed reasonable.

In terms of genetics, noble families were of the highest quality. They could always select the best among the best. In terms of education, training, and other resources, they were beyond the dreams of ordinary people.

Not to mention anything else, just this pot of tea could not be bought with a lifetime's earnings of an ordinary person.

At this point, the gap between noble families and ordinary classes had become a fundamental difference.

With the development of the Alliance stagnating, the gap between noble families and ordinary classes has only widened.

Without development opportunities, an ordinary person's fate is sealed at birth.

Drinking this top-grade tea, Gao Xuan couldn't help but sigh. A person like him had to be reborn to have the privilege to partake in Song Town's tea, showing the strength of the noble families.

Seeing Gao Xuan deep in thought, Song Town did not hurry to speak.

Appreciating tea, after all, did not require much conversation. Song Town, living for nearly a thousand years, naturally had great patience.

The two of them quietly enjoyed three infusions of tea. Even with top-grade leaves, the flavor faded substantially after three brews.

Gao Xuan put down the teacup, "Elder Song's tea is truly excellent."

Song Town smiled, "The tea is good, but it also requires someone who knows how to appreciate it."

He praised, "Young friend, you are someone who understands tea."

Gao Xuan was merely being polite. He didn't want to waste time discussing tea leaves, so he got to the point, "Elder Song, there's something I don't understand and I'd like to consult with you."

"Oh, what is it that you don't understand?" Song Town asked.

"The Qin Family is being aggressive because they've lost two experts. The Jin Family is relentless because they lost an expert and missed out on the championship. They hold grudges. The Augustus faction wants revenge for Tifeng, and besides that, they've got their eyes on the Eternal Spear."

Gao Xuan continued, "What I don't get is, why are the Yuan and Liu Families stirring up trouble as well? Why do they have to make things difficult for me?"

Song Town pondered this for a moment and said, "The Yuan Family has always been assertive. Maybe they couldn't tolerate your sudden rise and, out of habit, wanted to step on you. This is quite normal..."

The Twelve Golden Bloodline Families have maintained their dominance in the Alliance, not only because they can continuously produce new talents internally but because they always unite externally to suppress newcomers.

Over three thousand years, the Alliance has produced numerous extraordinary individuals. However, the best these individuals could do was establish new noble families in remote star realms.

Those who stayed in the Central Star Realm to vie for influence with the Twelve Families all perished. Without exception.

The Twelve Families have an understanding when it comes to dealing with newcomers. They can tolerate extraordinary geniuses but will not tolerate uncontrollable extraordinary geniuses.

Gao Xuan emerged abruptly and charging ahead, posing a threat to all Golden Families.

Especially after Gao Xuan killed Qin Ken, Qin Xuan, and Tifeng, which was outrageously bold. This incited a murderous intent in the other families against Gao Xuan.

The Liu and Yuan Families joined forces to take down Gao Xuan, which is an unspoken agreement among the Twelve Golden Bloodline Families.

As for the Song Family, they have grown more reserved over the millennia and are not keen on such matters.

On the other hand, the Song Family also disliked the aggressiveness of the Qin Family. The death of two Golden Powerhouses from the Qin Family secretly pleased the high-level members of the Song Family.

After meeting with Gao Xuan, Song Town noticed his extraordinary talent and strong will. Such an individual has unlimited potential.

Of course, Song Town didn't believe Gao Xuan had the power to overthrow the Twelve Golden Bloodline Families.

This was something not even a Divine could achieve.

Song Town was certainly willing to let Gao Xuan and the Qin Family fight, as long as Gao Xuan lived, he could distract the Qin Family's attention. The stronger Gao Xuan became, the more troubled the Qin Family would be.

This was a simple balancing strategy.

Song Town wouldn't reveal his thoughts. Instead, he provided a detailed analysis of the Liu and Yuan Families' situations.

"The Yuan Family is assertive, and their Patriarch, Yuan Anguo, is a formidable and ambitious powerhouse. They're not collaborating with the Qin Family; they simply dislike you. On the other hand, the Liu Family has always been cunning; they're doing this more to align with other families..."

Gao Xuan nodded. Though he had lived two lifetimes, he couldn't understand the mindset of the Golden Families.

These thoughts are actually ingrained in one's background. It's difficult for outsiders to guess the mindset of noble families out of thin air.

Song Town explained it thoroughly, analyzing the situation very clearly. Particularly, he knew the circumstances of each family and shared many important details.

"So, everyone thinks I'm easy to bully and wants to step on me, right?"

Gao Xuan frowned and said, "The major families are bullying too much. I can't endure it any longer."

Song Town's expression remained unchanged, but inside he felt inexplicably anxious. What was Gao Xuan planning to do?

He thought for a moment and said, "I can try to persuade the Yuan and Liu Families. The Augustus faction is arrogantly self-absorbed, which could be more challenging, but still manageable."

Song Town said with some difficulty, "But the Qin Family has always been overpowering. I'm afraid my words wouldn't matter much. The Jin Family is always vicious, and they're quite problematic too."

Gao Xuan waved his hand, "I've set a duel with Qin Fei for life and death on Xianyang Star on September 9th. There's no need to worry about the Qin Family for now."

"Hmm?"

Song Town was greatly surprised. Gao Xuan had actually arranged a duel with Qin Fei, and on Xianyang Star at that. How daring was he?

Although Qin Fei was only in his four hundreds, he was always deep and introverted, with a unique talent in cultivation. Just the fact that he could be the head of the Qin Family shows his cunning and skill.

The Qin Family's treasured Cosmic Blade is undoubtedly in Qin Fei's hands. With the Cosmic Blade in hand, Qin Fei wasn't invincible in the Star River, but he could claim to be unbeatable.

Not to mention the Nine Provinces Cauldron on Xianyang Star. This divine artifact's power surpasses that of the Cosmic Blade.

It is precisely because of the Nine Provinces Cauldron that the Qin Family can remain firmly at the top of the Twelve Families.

For Gao Xuan to duel on Xianyang Star, he would not only face Qin Fei's Cosmic Blade but also the Nine Provinces Cauldron. It's a destined defeat.

Moreover, the Qin Family also has the Ten Thousand Worlds Sword wielder, Qin Shiyue, such a powerhouse maintaining order.

Would the Qin Family truly adhere to the rules?

Song Town's expression was complex as he advised, "Young friend, your future is boundless. Why contest for temporary highs and lows with them? You now have the Black Banner Star Realm, Hercules, and the Twelve Star Domain. Expanding for a few hundred years, replacing families like the Jin Family wouldn't be difficult..."

He didn't mention the Qin Family. The Qin Family was too powerful; even if Gao Xuan achieved Super-tier Gold, he wouldn't know what to do about the Qin Family.

Moreover, once Gao Xuan established a huge family, he would have a family of his own and his own power, so he couldn't be reckless anymore.

By then, even if Gao Xuan didn't have the Golden Bloodline, he could be considered part of the noble family circle.

"Hahaha..."

Gao Xuan laughed, "Elder Song, I appreciate your kindness."

He said calmly, "Many families are aloof, unconcerned with the suffering of the lower tiers, and focused only on exploiting benefits. With such families, there's nothing much to talk about."

Gao Xuan said, standing up, "Thank you, Elder Song, for your guidance. Qingshang still needs some time for secluded cultivation. I must trouble you to take care of this."

Song Town, a bit puzzled, asked, "Young friend, where are you going?"

Gao Xuan thought for a moment and asked Song Town with some difficulty, "Elder Song, the Jin Family and the Augustus faction are both quite bothersome. Which one do you think I should eliminate first?"

"Hmm?!"

Song Town's face was full of astonishment. What was Gao Xuan saying? He couldn't quite comprehend!