Female Novel
Chapter 762 The Underground Ceremony Begins
Just when the Qin Family were kneeling before Chen Hao, a young man was standing in front of a
middle-aged man in a study room; they had come to the Li family's residence to join the ceremony.
“Shaozong, how are you getting along with the Wan Family’s daughter?” asked the middle-aged man.
“Father, everything is under my control. Wan Xue is head over heels for me. It won't be a problem for
me to make her mine!” answered Li Shaozong, smiling faintly.
“Haha, that’s good to hear. I trust that you’ll handle everything very well. You must know that though the
Wan Family itself is not that powerful, the protector they have behind them is terrifying. Before the Li
Family can truly succeed, we must forge a good relationship with the Wan Family! Also, you must not
slack on your cultivation. The Underground Ceremony is starting in two days’ time. The Li Family must
be the winner this year, no matter what!” urged Li Shaozong’s father.
“Understood! But father…” Li Shaozong mumbled under his breath.
“What is it?” asked Mr. Li.
“I know this ceremony is held once every few years, but a rare treasure would always emerge every
time in a ceremony like this. So, were there any treasures that were discovered in this ceremony?”
asked Li Shaozong curiously.
“I am still probing into this. Nonetheless, the treasure this time has a significant meaning for expert
cultivators like us. Thus, it has attracted the attention of many of them. Although these people have
never revealed their faces, you must not attract too much attention to yourself. It's better if we takenovelbin
some precautions!” advised Mr. Li worriedly.
“Understood, father. I believe many hidden expert cultivators have witnessed my intentional defeat
against the demon bull at the Salvaged Dragon Villa. I reckon many have turned their attention away
from me!”
Li Shaozong shook his head, smiling wryly.
“Very well, then you’ll be able to get the necessary preparations done in peace. When we get our
hands on the Wan Family’s assets, the success of the expansion of the Li Family will solely depend on
this!” Mr. Li let out a chuckle, feeling relieved.
After that, Li Shaozong excused himself.
At this moment, Mr. Li turned his gaze to one of the corners in the study room.
Upon closer inspection, he realized that there was a fuzzy silhouette that seemed to be flickering in and
out of sight.
That very night, the Wan Family’s residence was well-lighted.
Wan Yaozong was knocking on his daughter’s room door.
“Xue, are you asleep?” asked Wan Yaozong softly.
A moment later, the bedroom door swung open.
Wan Yaozong was greeted by the sight of Wan Xue, who had just finished washing her hair.
“It's already so late, father. What is it?” asked Wan Xue curiously.
“There is something I need to discuss with you…” Wan Yaozong held his hands behind his back before
sitting down.
“What is it?” asked Wan Xue, puzzled.
“Xue, I know I have been very strict with you all these years. I seemed to be even harsher when it
comes to your relationship. Do you hate me for this?” asked Wan Yaozong, smiling faintly.
“Of course not. I know you’re doing all these for my own good!” Wan Xue shook her head.
“It's good that you understand where I’m coming from. Anyway, things look good now since you’ve
already decided to make Li Shaozong your partner. As your father, I can see that the two of you are
getting along quite well. I want to ask your opinion on whether you want to take your relationship to the
next step,” asked Wan Yaozong.
“I’m… still not sure about this yet!”
Wan Xue blushed instantly.
Wan Yaozong could clearly see something was on her mind because Uncle Bai had previously told him
that Wan Xue was actually still very uncertain of her feelings toward Li Shaozong.
Since she was so doubtful of her feelings, Wan Yaozong did not want to push her too much.
However, there was something Wan Yaozong was certain of—his daughter would surely not fall for a
person like Chen Hao. Thus, he was not worried anymore after seeing her taste in men.
“Alright, no matter what happens, I will always be on your side. However, I’m afraid it's only a matter of
time before your marriage with Shaozong is arranged. Xue, you must prepare yourself because
Shaozong’s future has no limits!”
After giving his advice and seeing that his daughter was not against it, he then walked out of Wan
Xue’s room with a peace of mind.
“Chen Hao…”
Perhaps it was after hearing her father mention that name, Wan Xue suddenly blurted out those words
unconsciously; it seemed like this man’s silhouette had resurfaced in her mind, making her heart race.
……
Two days later, the Underground Ceremony officially began as planned.
By then, reputable families from all over the world had gathered at this place.
Of course, many of them had received special invitations, allowing them to arrive at an earlier date.
From the previous ceremonies, whoever was the champion of the Underground Ceremony would be
like the leader of the martial arts world; the champion would obtain distribution rights on certain
mysterious items.
Many families had even become some of the world’s greatest families with the aid of this Underground
Ceremony.
Thus, every family treated this ceremony very seriously.
Of course, there were also those foolish families that had been brainwashed by the publicities that were
meant to attract people to join, but to end up having their wealth expropriated.
Everyone on the inside knew that commoners should come and simply watch this ceremony only
because this was the place for the true immortals to battle.
Nobody dared to record the ceremony, nor did anyone leak any relevant information because if they did
so, their entire family would be executed.
The ceremony was again held at the Salvaged Dragon Villa.
However, the venue had been categorized into two sections—the Surface Level and the Underground
Level.
The Surface Level could be likened to a kindergarten while the Underground Level would be like an
actual college.
One was a place to entertain the bosses while the other was where the real fights happen!
Then, Chen Hao arrived at the venue with the Qin Family.
Other than the seniors from the Qin Family, Lin Jiu and the Shen Family were also traveling together
with Chen Hao.
They were surely here to go to the Underground Level.
“Chen Hao, why are you here?”
Just when the group of them was about to enter, a few girls at the entrance were walking in their
direction while chattering away.
As soon as they saw Chen Hao, the leader of the group of girls was startled.
“It's you!”
Chen Hao couldn’t help but to force a smile when he saw the girl.
“Hmph, yes, it's me. What, it has only been a few days since we last met and you don’t recognize me
already? And I thought you did not manage to get the entrance tickets, so how did you manage to get
in? But anyway, what a coincidence! I was also looking for you. I need to ask a favor from you!”
This girl was not some stranger—she was Wan Xue’s good friend, Xiuxiu.
As for those girls standing beside her, they were the close friends of both Xiuxiu and Wan Xue.
Wan Xue was obviously one of the main stars of the event on this day. Hence, she could not behave
like her usual self, fooling around with her good friends.
Xiuxiu was not scared at all when she saw Chen Hao and his big group of companions; maybe it was
because she knew Chen Hao’s identity.
Instead, she yanked Chen Hao casually at his arm, dragging him to a corner.
“Master…” Qin Yong muttered under his breath, as if he had something to tell him.
Although the Qin Family no longer had control over the Ji Province, they were still a force to be
reckoned with.
If anyone dared to disrespect his Master, the Qin Family would surely teach them a lesson.
However, Chen Hao hinted at him to back down by throwing him a look.
After all, this girl was simply a little stubborn; she had done nothing wrong.
“You guys go ahead without me. I’ll see what I can help her with, then I’ll join you guys later…”
At that moment, he could only force out a helpless laugh…