Thus, all sort of organization and forces exist within a specific region, some even occupying nearby regions. These forces are often sects, sometime manor, other time families and clans.
"The Ming and Zhao family occupied Cangwu city, this is the common understanding among people. But in truth, it is the sects and manor which influence these family."
Chen Lian paused to observe Shi Jing reaction. Seeing his contemplative look, Chen Lian smile grow unnoticeably wider.
"Family head Ming Feng, he too was once a disciple of the Sword Cloud Manor…"
"It is rumored he reached the pinnacle of Wandering Sea, stepping into Dao Seed Realm and grasped the Great-Perfection comprehension of sword paths."
"If not for the support of the Sword Cloud Manor, do you think this is possible?"
As Chen Lian spoke of this, he sneered, but his voice was kept low.
Clearly, his status was lower than Ming Feng, thus, he didn't dare openly say it too loud, especially within the Ming estate.
At the same time, he was aware that his meeting with Shi Jing was most likely monitiered by Ming Feng through his spiritual sense.
Chen Lian wasn't so conceited to believe that Ming Feng, a powerhouse figure, to leave someone like Shi Jing alone.
This young man talent was simply extraordinary.
But so what? His status as an outer elder of the Sword Cloud Manor still allow to him act without much concern over a slight show of disrespect.
At this moment, Shi Jing eyes lit up as he finished what Chen Lian has been building up.
"You want me to join the Sword Cloud Manor under your recommendation rather than senior Ming Feng?" As he said this, there was a mischievous smile on his face.
Shi Jing deliberately said it loud enough for the servant standing at the entrance of the sliding door to hear.
The moment the young lady hear this, her face darkened and grew dreadful, as though his words stabbed her back like a sharp sword.
"Insolence!" A sudden voice appear from the air.
The door slid open, revealing Ming Feng's figure. Seeing this figure, the young servant bowed her head, not daring to meet him in the eye.
"You, leave." He said, not sparing her a glance.
She didn't question him or utter a word and hurriedly left the room.
"Yes, lord."
Chen Lian frowned upon seeing Mind Feng entering the room.
Ming Feng's presence filled the small room like a mountain pressing down. His spiritual essence, refined through years of cultivation, made the very air feel thick and oppressive.
It was like the harmless air transformed into sharp swords, aiming at Chen Lian's position.
Chen Lian's face had gone pale, beads of sweat forming on his forehead despite the cool evening air.
The difference between Foundation Establishment and Dao Seed Realm was like comparing a candle flame to the sun.
Shi Jing was not affected, it was as though this pressure as not directed at him.
At the same time, he used his opportunity to remember what the spiritual essence of a Dao Seed Realm expert felt like.
"Lord Ming," Chen Lian managed, his voice tight. "I was merely—"
"Merely what?" Ming Feng's voice cut through the air like a blade. His eyes, sharp as winter frost, fixed on the elder.
"Attempting to pull the rug under my feet? In my own estate?"
Shi Jing observed the exchange with fascination.
"The boy has exceptional talent," Chen Lian said, trying to regain his stance.
"Surely Lord Ming understands that the Sword Cloud Manor can offer opportunities that even the esteemed Ming family cannot provide."
"An Outer Elder," Ming Feng repeated, his voice dripping with disdain.
"And yet you dare enter my home and recruit my guest?"
Interesting, Shi Jing thought, sipping his tea calmly while the two powerhouses faced off.
"Senior Ming," Shi Jing interjected smoothly, his youthful voice cutting through the tension.
Both men turned to him, surprised by his composure.
"Perhaps we should discuss in greater details."
Chen Lian blinked, stunned that a mere child would dare speak in such a situation. Ming Feng's eyebrows rose slightly, a hint of curiosity replacing his anger.
"Oh?" Ming Feng waved his hand and a chair appeared before taking a seat, his movements fluid despite his imposing presence.
"And what idea does junior Jing have to offer?"
Shi Jing noticed Ming Feng's way of address him had change. It was subtle from before, but this display of attitude allowed him to grasp a certain clue.
Actually, Ming Feng had already deemed Shi Jing to be talented when he displayed his Peak Body Tempering realm cultivation.
But what made him even more apprehensive and excited was the One Autumn Stroke displayed by Shi Jing.
"Wan'er mentioned that he grasped this sword art after seeing it once, I believed it and thought it must be at the minor mastery realm at most!"
"After all, other than Ming Ye and Wan'er, I have not taught this to anyone else!"
"Minor mastery… if it was just this, I wouldn't care. But that sword stroke against Chen Lian, it was at the realm of major mastery!"
From just witnessing the Autumn Stroke once, this young man in front of him could reach the realm of major mastery, this is an unparalleled level of comprehension.
Even Ming Feng didn't dare to say he has more talent than Shi Jing at his age.
As for Chen Lian, he believed that Ming Feng taught Shi Jing this sword art which explains why he could reach major mastery despite being so young.
But in actuality, Ming Feng declined Shi Jing request because he didn't think Shi Jing was worthy of this sword art yet.
If Chen Lian learned of this, what would his thought be?
Perhaps he would disregard Ming Feng status as the Ming family head and as a Dao Seed Realm expert, directly contacting the Sword Cloud Manor to obtain Shi Jing at all cost!
Seeing Ming Feng shift in attitude, Shi Jing inwardly praised Chen Lian for his timely appearance.
At the same time, he spoke in a calm manner, the following words struck Ming Feng and Chen Lian like thunder.