My name is Shi Hao. Just four words, yet they struck like a bolt of lightning. Some people’s expressions changed drastically in an instant; they took a few steps back, their pupils contracting rapidly as they stared at him with intense focus.
A few others appeared confused, such as some younger members of the clan and new servants who were unaware of the past events.
The outside world also caught wind of it, and many were uncertain, sensing that something major was about to happen in the Martial King’s Mansion. Otherwise, why would there be such a commotion, shaking the ten directions?
“You say your name is Shi Hao?” an elderly man stammered, his white beard trembling, his eyes fixed on the young man before him in astonishment.
Members of the Shi Yi clan showed expressions of shock, as if they had seen a ghost. They stared at Shi Hao with disbelief, unable to reconcile the image of the vigorous young man before them with the name that filled them with dread.
The name was too shocking, and they felt a storm was coming.
“Is Shi Hao’s name something special?” a teenager whispered to someone nearby, feeling somewhat puzzled.
“Be quiet,” a young man beside him warned sternly, looking around before continuing in a low voice. “Have you forgotten the Hao’er mentioned by the fifteenth master? This is that very name. The recent great battle was caused because of him.”
“Hao’er is him?” The younger generation and those unfamiliar with the events of the past were left dumbfounded, unable to believe it.
In the past, when a calamity befell the Martial King’s Mansion, those who knew the details understood the gravity, while those who did not were never informed. The incident was treated as a taboo, strictly sealed off and not allowed to be discussed.
Thus, some teenagers and younger members had only vague hearsay, as their parents were unwilling to discuss it in detail.
“He is Shi Hao, sharing the same name as the descendants of the fifteenth master,” someone whispered, spreading the word quickly within the mansion.
Shi Hao had once been a taboo, and his identity and background shocked the younger members of the clan.
People soon understood why the elders and middle-aged members of the clan were so serious and displayed such expressions.
Even the younger members and new servants in the mansion quickly learned about it, all of them gasping in shock.
“How could it be? It’s been over ten years, and that child is still alive?” an old man trembled, unable to believe it.
“I am Shi Hao,” Shi Hao said calmly and confidently, his voice like a dragon’s roar resonating in the open sky.
“The descendant of the fifteenth master? Am I dreaming? To see that child again?” Another elderly man felt a surge of excitement, almost shouting.
As for Shi Zitong’s faction, their expressions darkened, and some even turned pale, feeling unease and sensing a great calamity approaching.
Even Shi Zitong himself was visibly shaken, losing his usual calm and composure. His eyes, sharp as lightning, continuously scrutinized the young man before him.
“It’s impossible. That person has been dead for a long time. Tell me, who are you really? Why are you impersonating someone from the Martial King’s Mansion? Are you trying to cause trouble intentionally?” An elder from Shi Yi’s lineage spoke, his eyes flashing with cold light.
Hearing this, others immediately echoed, “This is indeed a time of turmoil, with all sorts of monsters and demons coming out. How dare someone come to the Martial King’s Mansion and deceive us? Are you tired of living? What are you still standing there for? Seize him!”
Many from Shi Yi’s faction understood the implication. They should never admit his identity, and immediate action was needed to subdue him and resolve the problem.
“What are you planning to do?” On the other side, a few elders roared, resembling old lions with their fur bristling, their expressions fierce as they shouted loudly.
“He’s impersonating a deceased member of our mansion and causing trouble here. His intentions are clearly malicious. We must capture him. Is there anything wrong with that?” A middle-aged man on the opposite side responded sharply.
“I haven’t even stated my purpose for coming here, and you’re so quick to convict me?” Shi Hao asked.
“You’re impersonating someone from our mansion. Isn’t that enough? What are your intentions? It’s obvious. But if you think you can stir up trouble in the Martial King’s Mansion, that’s a delusion,” said someone beside Shi Zitong.
“You ask for my name, and I’ve answered truthfully. Yet you’re quick to label me with false accusations. Are you feeling guilty?” Throughout, Shi Hao remained calm and composed, speaking without haste.
In the mansion, everyone held their breath, staring at the scene ahead. Many who had experienced the events of the past tried to recall if this was the same frail child from back then.
“We have learned that you came to the capital with undisclosed motives, intending to disrupt the major noble houses with malicious intent,” one person stated.
A senior brother of the fifteenth master bellowed, “I think it’s you who have ulterior motives. Why are you so eager to cast dirt? Can’t you even let him speak?”
Shi Hao smiled and looked ahead, saying, “You accuse me of disrupting the noble houses. Can you provide an example?”
“This...” The people beside Shi Zitong were speechless, realizing that what they had said was awkward, as the recent chaos was related to the Rain King’s Mansion and had significant ties to past events.
“Let me tell you, just now, I dismantled the Rain King’s Mansion,” Shi Hao’s expression grew cold as he shouted, “I believe you should understand why.”
“You...” The middle-aged man, meeting Shi Hao’s gaze, involuntarily weakened, unable to make eye contact.
“You should be clear about what you did back then, and what they did. I’m here just to seek an explanation. The Rain Clan owes me too much,” Shi Hao’s voice was loud, like the clash of swords, shaking everyone’s hearts.
“You’re lying. You’re not the child from back then,” someone beside Shi Zitong shouted.
A senior brother of the fifteenth master, hearing this, did not get angry but calmed down, addressing everyone, “Open your eyes and look carefully. Does he have any resemblance to Zi Ling? Does he resemble the fifteenth master?”
Upon hearing these words, many were shaken. Upon closer inspection, they really did find a resemblance, and within an instant, everyone believed it. This must be the descendant of the great demon god returned.
“I believe it’s him. Hao’er has indeed returned alive,” an old man shouted.
“Yes, it’s Hao’er, the child from back then. Heaven has finally done something right,” another shouted, overwhelmed with excitement.
At this moment, the Martial King’s Mansion was in chaos. All the important figures had arrived, even those in seclusion were awakened and rushed to the palace.
Everyone from Shi Zitong’s faction had ugly expressions. The events of the day were too sudden, like a thunderbolt, leaving them speechless.
“Open your eyes and see. This is definitely Zi Ling’s descendant.”
“Shi Hao, he’s the infamous ‘bear child’ from the Void Realm, who opened ten cave heavens—a young supreme.” This statement caused even more uproar in the Martial King’s Mansion.
At this moment, both the youth and the middle-aged generation were deeply shaken. They had almost overlooked the background of the ‘bear child.’ He was indeed a young supreme.
“Shi Yuan, do you still have anything to say? Do you still doubt this child’s origins? A young supreme wouldn’t need to come here in disguise.”
Upon hearing this, the people from Shi Zitong’s side changed color and said no more.
The Martial King’s Mansion was clearly divided into two major factions, each with a considerable number of people, creating a sense of confrontation between the two groups.
The return of a child believed to have been dead for many years caused a commotion within the mansion.
“Verify the identity carefully later. If it turns out to be that child from back then, it could be considered a good thing. Let him return to his ancestral roots,” said an elder from Shi Zitong’s faction slowly, his expression very calm.
“Do you think this is a favor to me?” Shi Hao asked.
The elder on the opposite side remained composed and said, “Child, what more do you want? This is a joyous event. Returning to your ancestral roots, we are here to celebrate for you. Aren’t you happy?”
“Is this your kind of generous gift? Do you think I should be grateful to you? It feels like you’re just dismissing a beggar,” Shi Hao asked with a cold expression.
“What do you want?” The elder asked, a hint of coldness in his voice.
“Do you consider yourselves superior? Who is Shi Yuan? I heard he was abolished by my grandfather. Where is he now?” Shi Hao asked, a trace of disdain on his lips.
Shi Yuan was Shi Zitong’s grandfather, a crucial figure in their faction. His fall from grace left the faction resentful and unable to hold their heads high.
At this moment, many people’s fists tightened at Shi Hao’s contemptuous attitude.
“Shi Zhonghe, do you know what you’re doing?” One of the great demon god’s old allies roared, “Wipe that detestable look off your face. Don’t forget how you wronged this child back then. Do you still have the face to speak like this now?”
“Eighteenth Uncle, there’s no need to be angry. Hao’er’s return is a great joy. We should celebrate for him,” Shi Zitong finally spoke, his expression calm.
“Do you think I’ve returned to claim my ancestral heritage?” Shi Hao asked.
“What do you want to do?” Shi Zhonghe asked, his expression growing colder.
“Whether I return or not has nothing to do with your approval,” Shi Hao’s expression also grew cold as he stared at them and said, “Your so-called family glory and splendor have nothing to do with me. What does it matter?”
These words were quite disrespectful, causing those from Shi Zitong’s faction to change their expressions. Even the great demon god’s old allies frowned, unwilling to hear such words.
“Do you know what you’re saying? What right do you have to say such things?” Shi Zhonghe demanded.
“Why shouldn’t I say this? I never intended to join you. Ever since my father was forced to leave by you many years ago, I’ve had nothing to do with the Martial King’s Mansion,” Shi Hao said sternly.
These words left many people silent. The past events were indeed a great injustice done to Shi Ziling and his faction by the Martial King’s Mansion.
Moreover, now that this child is referred to as a young supreme, does he still need others’ “generosity” or the halo of being a Martial King’s descendant? He does not need it at all.
With just a nod, countless powerful factions, even the ancient divine mountains, would bow their heads and politely invite him to join.
In the future, what height he might reach is unknown, but he is truly a young supreme with the qualification to seize the throne of Shi Kingdom.
The Martial King’s Mansion was too small for him.
At this moment, the outside world was quiet. They listened to the shouting within the mansion, and everyone’s hearts were shaken. The Hao’er mentioned by the great demon god had appeared.
No wall is impermeable to the wind. There were rumors outside that the great demon god’s grandson was a born supreme who had been secretly harmed, which led to the previous great battle.
Now, with a youth named Shi Hao returning, it was bound to stir up great waves.
“If you don’t join the Martial King’s Mansion and refuse to claim your ancestral heritage, why have you come back?” Shi Zhonghe asked beside Shi Zitong.
“My name is Shi Hao. I was originally a born supreme, but when I was young, you dug out my supreme bone and grafted it into Shi Yi’s body. Today, I’ve returned to seek an explanation.”
Shi Hao’s voice echoed through the streets and alleys, resonating like the roar of a dragon or the cry of a tiger.
He did not hold back, using the simplest words to directly reveal the tragic events of the past, exposing the truth to the world.
“What?” At this moment, the capital was shaken. This news swept through the entire massive city like a hurricane, causing all major factions to tremble.
Though there had been some vague rumors before, no one could clarify them. When the fifteenth master caused chaos in the capital last time, there was no explanation to the outside world, and people didn’t understand the details.
Until today, the child himself revealed the truth and personally arrived at the Martial King’s Mansion, causing an explosive stir.
Chapter One ends. Seeking monthly votes.
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