Chapter 466: Dragon Elephant at Great Success, Mu Family Banquet

Chapter 466: Chapter 378: Dragon Elephant at Great Success, Mu Family Banquet

“Please forgive us, Lord Chen. The moment Wan Jun comes out of seclusion, I will inform her. I’ll have her pay you a personal visit!”

“…”

The Mu Family Clan Elders’ words were laced with humility, and they even seemed to be fawning over him. Even though they were the top experts who formed the very foundation of the Mu Family, they were all exceptionally courteous to Chen Ping’an.

If it were merely news of a promotion, they wouldn’t have gone to such lengths. The real question was, how old was Chen Ping’an, really?

In terms of talent: At such a young age, he was ranked fifth on the Rising Star Chart. His Cultivation had reached Profound Light Middle Realm Perfection, and his combat prowess was on par with the very top experts!

In terms of status: At just twenty-two years old, he was about to be promoted to Deputy Commander-in-Chief! He would be one of the highest-ranking officers in the Weishui Garrison, with authority over millions of people!

In terms of backing: He was held in high regard by the Gu Family, with persistent rumors of their desire for a marriage alliance. Moreover, a Gu Family Grandmaster had even gone so far as to have a public falling out with another Grandmaster of the Same Realm for his sake.

Chen Ping’an had already come this far. As for the future, there was no telling what heights he might reach!

As long as a prodigy like him didn’t fall before his time, his future was guaranteed to be brilliant and boundless.

Considering all these factors, the Mu Family naturally dared not risk offending Chen Ping’an.

“I see. How unfortunate,” Chen Ping’an replied coolly, raising his cup and draining it in one go.

He had prepared a gift for Mu Wanjun for their meeting today. He hadn’t expected her to be in seclusion, attempting a breakthrough.

‘Counting the days, it’s been less than two years since Mu Wanjun reached the Second Stage of Inner Qi. To accumulate enough Inner Qi to attempt Breaking Realm in such a short time… it seems the Mu Family has invested a great deal of resources and effort in her lately!’

‘I wonder if this has anything to do with me?’

‘The relationship I’ve built isn’t so much with the Mu Family as it is with Mu Wanjun. Since she’s the link between the Mu Family and me, it makes sense that they’d increase their investment in her.’

“Lord Chen, my sincerest apologies. The timing is truly unfortunate!” Mu Tianxiong, the Mu Family Patriarch, rose to his feet with an apologetic look and raised his cup. “Lord Chen, I’d like to propose a toast to you!”

With that, Mu Tianxiong drained his cup in a single gulp.

The other Clan Elders saw this and quickly rose to raise their cups as well. After a flurry of toasts, one of the elders turned to a young man sitting in a corner. “Feiyu, your sister isn’t here. As her younger brother, it’s on you to offer Lord Chen a toast and apologize!”

At these words, Chen Ping’an glanced over and saw Mu Feiyu sitting in the far corner.

This once-famous prodigy of the Mu Family had challenged him before, his words reeking of arrogance. Though Chen Ping’an had not formally accepted the challenge at the time, a single sword strike had been enough to make the difference in their abilities painfully clear.

As all eyes in the room turned to him, Mu Feiyu forced a smile. He picked up his wine cup, stood, and walked to Chen Ping’an’s side. Bowing low, he held up his cup. “Lord Chen, I was young and foolish. I’ve come to apologize. I hope a man of your stature can forgive the transgressions of a lesser man. Please, forgive me!”

With that, he raised the cup with both hands and drained it. After finishing, he remained standing in place, looking at Chen Ping’an, his heart pounding with anxiety.

Chen Ping’an remained seated. He glanced at Mu Feiyu, raised his cup with one hand, and took a small sip.

At this, Mu Feiyu’s expression visibly relaxed. The rest of the Mu Family present also let out a collective sigh of relief.

The Clan Elder who had first suggested the apology immediately chimed in, “Feiyu, Lord Chen is a magnanimous man. Thank him for his forgiveness!”

“Thank you for your forgiveness, Lord Chen!” Mu Feiyu lowered his head, bowed deeply, and gave a cupped-fist salute.

Chen Ping’an set down his cup and gave a slight nod.

‘Ah, people…’

‘When you lack strength, you can scream until your voice is raw, but no one will ever take you seriously. To them, your words are nothing but hot air.’

‘But when you have enough strength, even your most casual remark will be endlessly analyzed. A single, careless word from you, and countless people will trip over themselves to do your bidding.’