Under the night wind in front of the mansion of the Jiangcheng Mo Family, a hot pot was set up, currently bubbling with spicy oil, with slices of meat surfacing, and an enticing aroma wafting far away.
Surrounding the hot pot were three young men, none other than Xiao Zheng, Long Qie, and Titan.
The three were toasting and feasting on hot pot, bellowing loudly without a care for anyone around them.
After killing the Mo Family’s old steward Mo Ling, Xiao Zheng led the Sky Net members to Jiangcheng overnight.
He did this not without reason, for Xiao Zheng knew that the Mo Family would definitely seek revenge; it was only a matter of time.
Rather than being passively defensive, he preferred to deal with the matter directly.
If he waited for the Mo Family to retaliate, things could get complicated, potentially endangering those close to him, so it was necessary to resolve this quickly.
It’s worth mentioning that the Mo Family had already sounded the alarm within the Huaxia martial arts world, openly declaring their intention to wipe out everyone around Xiao Zheng.
This move was nothing short of ruthless, and it was the real reason Xiao Zheng had come to Jiangcheng.
The three’s high-profile hot pot feast naturally caught the attention of the Mo Family members, all filled with righteous indignation and discontent.
"What are you doing here? This is a critical area of the Mo Family, please leave at once!" A family member, unable to contain his annoyance, shouted angrily.
Xiao Zheng and Long Qie treated it as if they hadn’t heard a thing, continuing to gorge themselves, while Titan, with his face greasy from the food, retorted, "This is a public road, not your family’s territory. We’re just eating hot pot, what’s it to you?"
The family member was furious and about to take action, but another one held him back, advising, "Hurry and report to the Family Head. These three don’t look like they’re easy to deal with."
The two whispered continuously for a while before entering the mansion, apparently to give their report.
After a short period, Family Head Mo, Mo Youshi, arrived fashionably late with many experts and family members in tow.
His face ashen, he pointed at the three and asked, "Who are these guys?"
"Family Head, if I’m not mistaken, the leader here should be Xiao Zheng, the Master of Tianji Sect, also known as the Heavenly Net Evil God from North Africa. We’ve investigated for a long time and have his detailed information.
The two with him are Dragonet and Titan, two of Sky Net’s top generals, with astonishing strength," Lin Xiaotian analyzed with narrowed eyes after a careful observation.
At that moment, Xiao Zheng happened to see Mo Youshi, a tall and stout figure, extraordinarily healthy with a ruddy complexion and bulging temples—a sure sign of a martial arts expert.
"Family Head Mo, guests who arrive should be welcomed. Everybody gets a share, come join us for the hot pot."
Xiao Zheng’s invitation was both formal and enthusiastic.
Upon hearing this, Mo Youshi was livid, finding such behavior utterly intolerable!
This scoundrel had not only killed his son but was now nonchalantly laying out a hot pot feast at the very entrance of the Mo Family, savoring it with gusto.
Damn, this was a blatant slap in the face, clear and sound.
"Little guy, you’re courting death!"
"Old Mo, no need for so much resentment, eh? I’ve come here with nothing but sincerity," Xiao Zheng shrugged and spread his hands, feigning a look of being wronged.
"What the heck, full of sincerity?"
Eating hot pot at someone’s front door counts as sincerity?
The Mo Family members were both angered and amused, yet dared not laugh out loud.
However, Mo Youshi shouted furiously, "You base creature, you dare to show up at my Mo Family’s door! Since you’ve walked right into the trap, don’t think of leaving tonight. Surround them!"
The Mo Family members and experts quickly obeyed the command, circling Xiao Zheng and his companions with a cold sneer on their faces.
Xiao Zheng, however, tilted his head back and laughed loudly before saying with nonchalance, "Mo Youshi, we can certainly negotiate terms, can’t we? Just tell me, what must I do to resolve this grudge?"
Mo Youshi, however, sneered disdainfully, "Negotiate what terms? It should be a blood debt repaid in blood, using your head to appease the spirit of my son in heaven."
Xiao Zheng sighed while holding his forehead, "Family Head Mo, if this matter can be settled, I can offer you a great gift."
At first, Mo Youshi regarded the offer with contempt, but then his eyebrows rose slightly, and he chuckled, "I don’t believe you have anything worthwhile."
Xiao Zheng glanced around at everyone, his face filled with deep concern, and suggested, "Could you ask everyone to leave? What I have is a substantial offering."
Mo Youshi was indeed intrigued and wanted to see what trick Xiao Zheng was up to.
"Family Head, is this really alright?" Lin Xiaotian asked with concern.
"No matter!" Mo Youshi said indifferently, "You all back off, they can’t do anything to me."
With no alternative, everyone had to reluctantly withdraw and hide inside the villa.
Once everyone had left the scene, Xiao Zheng then cheerfully pulled out something wrapped in a yellow cloth from his pocket.
He immediately unfolded the yellow cloth in front of Mo Youshi, revealing a bone that was yellowed and blackened!
This was the Golden Bone!
He cheerfully presented the Golden Bone to the Family Head, saying with a smile, "Family Head Mo, if this affair can be completely quelled, this piece of Golden Bone is yours."
Mo Youshi paused for a moment before his eyes began shining intensely; seeing the golden light flash in Xiao Zheng’s hand, he could confirm that it was most certainly a piece of the Golden Bone.
Could this be the legendary "Golden Bone that grants dominion over the world, and bestows life eternal"? This was a fine treasure indeed, highly esteemed and alluring throughout the martial world of Jianghu.
Mo Youshi shook all over; he hadn’t expected Xiao Zheng to possess a Golden Bone.
He was becoming tempted! This transaction was worth it!
Watching this unfold, Xiao Zheng sneered inwardly, carefully holding the Golden Bone in both hands as if with great sincerity, "Family Head Mo, as long as the matter of Mo Qingyun is completely put to rest, this Golden Bone is yours."
"When I, the Heavenly Net Evil God, say something, I always mean it!"
Without a moment’s hesitation, Mo Youshi agreed.
His eyes remained fixed on the Golden Bone in Xiao Zheng’s hands!
Because this item was too precious—a rarity that caused strife throughout the entire martial world!
As the head of the Mo Family, he had many sons; the death of Mo Qingyun did not affect the continuation of his lineage.
But the Golden Bone was too valuable, the opportunity too rare—only a fool wouldn’t agree.
He had no reason to refuse.
Upon hearing his clear answer, the corner of Xiao Zheng’s mouth twitched, and then he waved towards the distance.
Mo Youshi observed in surprise as he saw two sword-carrying beauties in black and white approach, their movements ethereal as if they were exiled immortals.
"Aren’t they the Black and White Beauties of Futu?"
"Family Head Mo has keen eyesight; indeed, they are Bai Mudan and Black Rose," Xiao Zheng confirmed with a nod.
Bai Mudan and Black Rose greeted Mo Youshi with a bow, softly saying, "We pay our respects to the senior!"
"Good! The younger generation is indeed formidable; you may dispense with the formalities. What brings you here?" Mo Youshi asked with curiosity.