As the Third Grandfather began to usher people out, Ling Feng suppressed his surging emotions!
His mother was not dead!
This news was too astonishing.
Southwest!
Ling Feng subconsciously turned his head to look in that direction. Although it was only a general direction, it was enough. Even if he had to circle the Earth once, ten times, or a hundred times, Ling Feng would definitely find his mother!
"Third Grandfather, I bid you farewell!"
Ling Feng bowed respectfully. This was perhaps the biggest gain from his visit today. As for paying respects to his father, Ling Feng had already decided not to go today. He would bring his mother with him when he found her.
The Third Grandfather casually waved his hand, showing no intention of getting up to see Ling Feng off!
Ling Feng turned to leave, only to see a group of people looking over in their direction. Among them was Ling Yan!
His elder brother!
His own full brother! Should he tell his elder brother about this?
After a moment of hesitation, Ling Feng made up his mind. It was better not to tell his elder brother for now. He believed this would be a huge shock to Ling Yan, as Ling Feng himself had almost been unable to accept it!
But having hope was always a good thing!
Ling Feng had no doubt about the news the Third Grandfather had given him. This master had been living in seclusion here for so many years, and his cultivation and attainments were definitely not comparable to ordinary people. In matters like this, there was no need for him to deceive himself!
"Xiao Feng, what's going on?"
Ling Yan had clearly noticed that Ling Feng's gaze from afar was a little unusual. He immediately walked over and pressed Ling Feng for an explanation!
Ling Feng shook his head. "The Third Grandfather doesn't allow anyone to enter. Forget it, I won't go in today. When the time is right, I can naturally go in! Brother, please remind all the clan members that apart from the annual ancestral worship, no one is allowed to disturb the Third Grandfather!"
Ling Yan was stunned at first, but seeing the extremely serious expression on Ling Feng's face, he quickly nodded in agreement. "Alright, don't worry, I won't let anyone disturb him!"
Ling Feng looked back at Ling Zhi Gao and other Ling family members. Worried that they wouldn't take this matter too seriously, he added, "As long as the Third Grandfather is here, even if I'm not around one day, the Ling family will be fine. However, when it's not necessary, none of you are allowed to disturb him!"
"Yes!" Everyone, including Ling Zhi Gao, bowed respectfully to Ling Feng in response!
The group, which had been heading up the mountain in a grand procession, was now returning in a grand procession. The anticipated grave digging did not occur.
Time quickly passed until sunset.
At this time, Zhang Jia finally received his invitation, and Dong Jing Hua also arrived at the Quan Min Martial Arts Hall.
A total of eight people were confirmed to accompany Dong Jing Hua. Besides the two bodyguards led by Dong Jing Hua herself, the others were all high-ranking officials of the Quan Min Martial Arts Hall. Since they were going to the Ling family, they had to gather at the Quan Min Martial Arts Hall.
However, this also gave Dong Jing Hua and Zhang Jia an opportunity to meet!
"Heh heh, Director Dong, you're here. It seems you're taking tonight's matter very seriously. The Ling family is indeed enough for all of us to pay attention to!"
Zhang Jia, holding the invitation, approached smugly!
Dong Jing Hua smiled faintly upon hearing this. "Heh heh, yes. Mr. Ling Zhi Gao was the previous director of the Quan Min Martial Arts Hall. Since I've come to Jiangbei, I should pay a visit. Coincidentally, the Ling family is about to have a new family head appointed, and they've invited me, so I naturally have to show them sufficient respect!"
Zhang Jia nodded with a smile. "Heh heh, yes, Director Dong. Shall we go together then!"
With that, Zhang Jia took out his invitation. Three people behind him also smiled and stepped forward. These were basically directors of various branch halls, and they held considerable influence in Jiangbei.
Dong Jing Hua's expression remained unchanged. She was not surprised that Zhang Jia also had an invitation, but she was somewhat displeased. Dong Jing Hua could already confirm that Zhang Jia was responsible for what happened during the day. Fortunately, the people from the Ling family were not fools, and no conflict had arisen between the two parties.
Therefore, Dong Jing Hua was certain that Zhang Jia would make further moves. However, no matter what actions Zhang Jia took, one thing remained unchanged: Dong Jing Hua was now one step closer to the Ling family. More importantly, Dong Jing Hua knew Ling Feng!
From the information she had gathered from various sources, Dong Jing Hua was sure that Ling Feng's identity was definitely not simple. The most important piece of information was that the new family head of the Ling family this time was Ling Yan, Ling Feng's own elder brother. This showed how important Ling Feng's influence was within the Ling family!
Therefore, attending the Ling family's banquet tonight was very important.
Dong Jing Hua really couldn't understand why this Zhang Jia was still so smug. The Ling family had probably already seen through his previous small actions!
"Heh heh, it's normal for Deputy Director Zhang to get an invitation given his relationship with Mr. Ling Zhi Gao. I heard that many important figures from the Security Bureau and the war zone will be attending tonight. Deputy Director Zhang also represents our Quan Min Martial Arts Hall, so you must act cautiously!"
Dong Jing Hua reminded him with a half-smile.
Zhang Jia's mouth twitched upon hearing this. What did Dong Jing Hua mean by this?
Was she warning him?
He frowned, but after just a moment, Zhang Jia nodded with a cold smile. "Thank you for the reminder, Director Dong. However, Director Dong, you are new here. Jiangbei is a place with a fierce local custom, especially the people from the war zone. If you accidentally offend someone, you can come to me. I've been in Jiangbei for many years and have some influence!"
"Haha, alright, then I'll have to rely on Deputy Director Zhang!"
Dong Jing Hua smiled and nodded, then directly called for her people to get into the car and leave!
However, after turning away, the smile on Dong Jing Hua's face disappeared. In the car.
Dong Jing Hua asked a young man beside her in a deep voice, "Is Zhang Jia on very good terms with the war zone?"
This young man was a mid-level member of the Quan Min Martial Arts Hall, a director of a branch hall. His martial arts talent was excellent, and he was considered one of the most outstanding among the younger generation.
He had an air of arrogance, but he clearly didn't get along with Zhang Jia, which was why he appeared beside Dong Jing Hua. His name was Zhao Jin Chen!
Zhao Jin Chen's expression was slightly gloomy, as if recalling some unpleasant past events!
Then, he said in a deep voice, "It seems that a six-star general is sworn brothers with Zhang Jia. This six-star general is also the second-in-command of the Jiangbei War Zone, named Zhu Shan!"
Dong Jing Hua's eyes narrowed slightly. She now understood why Zhang Jia dared to be so arrogant in front of her.
So he had connections in the war zone. The second-in-command of the Jiangbei War Zone, a six-star general. In the Martial Arts Era, this was the highest military rank. After that came the War Venerables!
Those were super experts who could enter the General War Zone!