The incident in Zhonghai, the Yunteng Family had not spread outside; they only mentioned it to the Shangguan Family, saying that in a few days, Teng Zhuhai would personally visit Zhonghai, and before that, he would make a trip to Jiangcheng.
Upon learning that Teng Zhuhai was coming to Jiangcheng, the Jiangcheng Shangguan Family, led by Shangguan Tanglong, began making preparations.
"Uncle, is the Family Head of the Yunteng Family really coming to our Jiangcheng?"
Shangguan Yunyang asked with some disbelief; it had only been a short while since Teng Huayang visited, and now his father was about to come too. Remembering Teng Huayang's principal, Shangguan Yunyang did not harbor a good impression of Teng Zhuhai.
Shangguan Tanglong saw what his nephew was thinking and could not help but shake his head, "Yunyang, when the Yunteng Family comes to our Shangguan Family, we must pay serious attention. We cannot afford any discourtesy; we have to make sure that the Yunteng Family is satisfied!"
This time Teng Zhuhai mentioned that he would visit Jiangcheng and although it seemed only a casual visit, it was still very sudden for the Shangguan Family, leaving no time to prepare.
"What do you think he is coming here to do?"
Shangguan Yunyang was quite curious about Teng Zhuhai's purposes for this visit.
Traveling all the way from Zang City, Teng Zhuhai, as the Family Head of the Yunteng Family, it was unknown what kind of upheaval he caused along the way.
Shangguan Tanglong had pondered this question before. When he received the news, unlike Shangguan Yunyang, he knew something else—that Teng Zhuhai's trip to Jiangcheng was just by the way. His actual destination was Zhonghai.
Associating this with previous incidents, Shangguan Tanglong could more or less guess some possibilities.
Teng Huayang had disappeared in Zhonghai. Because of this, the Yunteng Family sent four from the Teng Zhong group, among whom Teng Nan and Teng Bei had stayed in Jiangcheng for a while. Although their stay was brief, Shangguan Tanglong had managed to learn some details from them.
Only five days had passed since then, and now Teng Zhuhai was personally heading to Zhonghai. This matter was indeed thought-provoking. It was likely that the Teng Zhong group encountered some sort of situation in Zhonghai.
"Unfortunately, because of their issues, we haven't had the chance to properly settle the score with those people!"
Shangguan Yunyang suddenly said with a hint of regret. The Shangguan Family's Object-Manipulating Twin Evils and other experts had regained their strength. Although it had cost them dearly, it was certain that they had solidified their footing in Jiangcheng. They were even fully capable of seeking retaliation. The Shangguan Family would definitely not forget the ones who had kicked them when they were down; that debt would have to be settled sooner or later.
Regrettably, they could have sought that revenge some time ago; however, due to the sudden disappearance of Teng Huayang in Zhonghai, their Shangguan Family, under the order of the Yunteng Family, had no choice but to shift their focus to Zhonghai, leaving Jiangcheng outwardly calm but with undercurrents flowing beneath the surface.
Several major families in Jiangcheng were observing the Shangguan Family's movements, including the Huo Family. After making the decision to break ties with the Shangguan Family, they began to weave through the other major families, engaging in some annoying meddling.
"And then there's the Huo Family; do they think we are blind? Not going after them immediately has let them off lightly!"
When Shangguan Yunyang mentioned the Huo Family, his expression suddenly turned extremely ferocious. The matter of Huo Qiuran had always been a thorn in his side. Whether towards the Huo Family or Ning Fan, Shangguan Yunyang harbored immense hatred and was constantly thinking of making them pay a painful price one day.
Noticing that Shangguan Yunyang's obsession had deepened once more, Shangguan Tanglong sighed. His nephew had been severely struck by that incident, and if this obsession wasn't handled properly, the inner demons would grow increasingly severe in Shangguan Yunyang's heart, significantly affecting his future.
"Yunyang, let it go, some things should be left in the past. Your vision shouldn't be limited to these matters!"
Shangguan Tanglong offered his advice, but Shangguan Yunyang's expression was visibly agitated.
"Uncle, should we just let this grudge go?"
How could they simply let it go? The so-called enmity of stealing a wife is intolerable to share under the heavens. He would never forget the humiliation in his lifetime. Moreover, Ning Fan had caused so much trouble for the Shangguan Family; expecting him to let go was not so simple.
Looking at Shangguan Yunyang's demeanor, Shangguan Tanglong sighed continuously.
Of course, the vengeance needed to be claimed and repaid doubly. Shangguan Tanglong did not wish for Shangguan Yunyang to be bound by these matters. His vision should not be fixed on this incident alone; he had to see the bigger picture.
For instance, the Yunteng Family's movements this time in Zhonghai had failed, wasn't this precisely a demonstration of Ning Fan's strength?
For the Shangguan Family, Ning Fan was a formidable enemy. The so-called knowledge of oneself and the enemy ensures an undefeated stance in a hundred battles. However, if the Shangguan Family only thought blindly of revenge without understanding where the enemy's strengths truly lay, wouldn't their efforts end up futile, like drawing water with a bamboo basket?
Shangguan Tanglong intended to comfort Shangguan Yunyang, but the current Shangguan Yunyang was not so easily persuaded; it had to be a slow and gradual process.
"Enough, Yunyang, the urgent matter at hand is still the Yunteng Family Head's visit to our Shangguan Family. Go prepare quickly, we must not be seen as a joke by the Yunteng Family."
Shangguan Tanglong immediately changed the topic, directing Shangguan Yunyang's focus more on preparing for Teng Zhuhai's visit rather than dwelling on thoughts of revenge.
For the Shangguan Family, seeking revenge was premature. What they needed to focus on now, besides the matters assigned by the Yunteng Family, were the circumstances in Jiangcheng, along with recuperating and fully restoring their Vital Energy.
Maintaining his silence, Shangguan Yunyang silently left Shangguan Tanglong's side. What he was thinking, only he himself knew, but as he turned away, a strong look of resentment flashed in his eyes.
Because Teng Zhuhai was coming to Jiangcheng, the Shangguan Family was once more buzzing with activity inside and out, ready for everything except the east wind, just waiting for Teng Zhuhai's arrival to give him a proper welcome.
Their actions had also been noticed by the several major families of Jiangcheng, who were wondering what exactly the Shangguan Family was up to, and whom they were about to receive?
In light of this, the network of surveillance around the Shangguan Family's territory had increased again, and Shangguan Tanglong was extremely vexed by this. For a while, the covert battles of Jiangcheng became intensely fierce.
"A bunch of insignificant beings. Let's see if you dare target the Shangguan Family again once Teng Zhuhai arrives!"
Shangguan Tanglong sneered. With Teng Zhuhai coming to Jiangcheng, the Shangguan Family could make good use of it. Once the reputation of Zang City's Yunteng Family was out, everyone would know that the Yunteng Family was behind the Shangguan Family, which could then serve as a deterrent.