Chapter 135: The Chen Clan of Tuyang City (1)

Under Chen Tian’s lead, Chen Chuan followed him all the way.

Soon, the silhouette of a towering and majestic city appeared on the horizon.

The city walls were high, built from heavy, earthy-yellow giant stones.

Under the afterglow of the setting sun, they shimmered with a heavy luster, like an ancient behemoth crouching on the earth.

This was Tuyang City.

The city gate was bustling with traffic and crowds, appearing quite prosperous.

Seeing Chen Tian, the guards at the gate immediately straightened their backs, their faces showing respect as they saluted in unison: "Young Master!"

Chen Tian merely nodded slightly and led Chen Chuan straight into the city without any inspection.

It was evident that the Chen Clan’s prestige in Tuyang City was indeed like that of a local emperor; no one dared to neglect the members of the Chen Clan, especially this Young Master.

Upon entering the city, Chen Chuan could feel the Chen Clan’s influence even more.

Shops lined both sides of the streets, and many signs bore the emblem of the Chen Clan.

Pedestrians who saw Chen Tian mostly showed awe and took the initiative to clear the path.

The Chen Clan’s residence was located in the center of Tuyang City, occupying a vast area with vermilion gates and high walls, exuding a solemn atmosphere.

A gilded plaque hung over the lintel, with the two large characters "Chen Manor" written in a bold, flowing style, faintly exuding an inviolable majesty.

"Brother Chen, we’ve arrived. Please!" Chen Tian greeted him warmly.

Passing through several courtyards, the Chen Clan servants and guards they met along the way saluted Chen Tian one after another, while also curiously sizing up the extraordinary Chen Chuan.

Chen Tian brought Chen Chuan directly to his independent courtyard and ordered the servants to prepare the best wine and food to welcome Chen Chuan.

Soon, a sumptuous banquet was laid out.

During the meal, Chen Tian was in high spirits, constantly talking with Chen Chuan, telling him about the local customs of Tuyang City and some interesting stories about the Chen Clan.

His gratitude toward Chen Chuan was beyond words; had Chen Chuan not stopped him, he probably would have performed a grand ceremony to thank him for saving his life.

After three rounds of wine and several courses of food.

Footsteps were heard from outside the courtyard, and an extraordinary middle-aged couple entered, surrounded by attendants.

The man was dressed in a brocade robe, his face bearing some resemblance to Chen Tian’s.

The man’s brow carried a natural majesty from long-held high status, but his eyes were deep, his Aura restrained, and his Cultivation unfathomable.

The woman was elegant and dignified, her gaze toward Chen Tian filled with motherly love.

"Father, Mother! Why are you here?" Chen Tian quickly rose.

Chen Chuan also stood up, understanding the situation.

These two were Chen Tian’s parents, the current head of the Chen Clan, Chen Xiao, and his wife.

Chen Xiao’s gaze swept across, first looking carefully at his son.

After confirming that although he was injured, it was nothing serious, he turned his gaze to Chen Chuan and nodded slightly: "Tian’er, who is this?"

Chen Tian quickly introduced him:

"Father, Mother, this is Brother Chen Chuan."

"If Brother Chen hadn’t acted righteously today and killed that villain Yan Tiexin, I’m afraid I wouldn’t have returned."

"What? Yan Tiexin?" Madam Chen’s face turned pale upon hearing this, and she quickly stepped forward to grab Chen Tian’s hand.

She sized him up, her voice trembling with lingering fear: "Tian’er, you... are you alright? Is the injury serious?"

Chen Xiao’s eyes also narrowed, his gaze toward Chen Chuan filled with more scrutiny and surprise.

He knew his son had escaped death thanks to this young man?

Chen Tian briefly recounted the events of the attack.

He emphasized how Chen Chuan had appeared at the critical moment, using his Cultivation of the First Level of the Half-Step Great Power Realm to counter-slay an Eighth Level opponent, forcefully killing Yan Tiexin—an astonishing feat.

After hearing their son’s narration, the shock on Chen Xiao and his wife’s faces grew even greater.

They had seen people challenge those of higher ranks, but to counter-slay an Eighth Level from the First Level was simply unheard of.

This youth was definitely not an ordinary person!

Chen Xiao took a deep breath and solemnly cupped his fists toward Chen Chuan:

"Little friend Chen Chuan, thank you for saving my son! This kindness is something we, Chen Xiao and my wife, will never forget!"

Madam Chen also performed a respectful salute and said sincerely: "Thank you, Young Master Chen Chuan. You are a great benefactor to our Chen Clan."

Chen Chuan stepped aside to avoid the full salute and returned the gesture:

"Uncle Chen, Aunt Chen, you overstate it."

"Helping those in need upon seeing injustice is only my duty. Besides, Brother Chen and I share the same surname; it’s also fate."

"Good! A fine ’helping those in need’, a fine ’fate’!" Chen Xiao appreciated Chen Chuan’s humility and politeness even more.

He waved his hand and said heroically:

"Little friend, do not decline. Since you saved Tian’er, you have done a great favor for my Chen Clan."

"If you need anything, just speak. As long as my Chen Clan can do it, we will not refuse."

Seeing this, Chen Chuan no longer stood on ceremony. After a moment’s reflection, he said:

"In that case, I will boldly speak. I have been Cultivating lately and am in need of some Origin Stones."

There was no reason not to take advantage of the offer; Chen Chuan indeed needed Origin Stones to help him improve his Cultivation.

"Origin Stones? Haha, easy!" Hearing this, Chen Xiao laughed heartily and without hesitation ordered the butler beside him: "Go, take fifty thousand catties of low-grade Origin Stones and gift them to little friend Chen Chuan."

Fifty thousand catties of low-grade Origin Stones!

Even for a Clan like the Chen Clan, this was by no means a small amount, showing their sincerity.

Chen Chuan’s heart stirred; this thank-you gift was indeed substantial.

While the butler went to fetch the Origin Stones, Chen Chuan quietly activated his Eye of Wisdom and scanned Chen Xiao.

In his vision, the surging blue dragon-shaped Bloodline Power within Chen Xiao was clearly visible.

Although the concentration was not as high as Chen Tian’s, the unique vibration coming from its Origin core created a deeper resonance and sense of closeness with his own purple-gold Bloodline.

It was a pull originating from the very source of life, as if long-lost relatives were reuniting.

"As expected... same Origin and same clan!" Chen Chuan no longer had any doubts in his heart.

This Tuyang City Chen Clan must have countless ties to the Chen Clan of the Lower Realm’s Sacred Martial Continent.

It was just that why they were separated in two places over such a long time might be difficult to verify.

The butler soon brought an exquisite Storage Bag, containing exactly fifty thousand catties of low-grade Origin Stones.

Chen Chuan accepted it calmly.

After taking the Origin Stones, Chen Chuan felt it was time to show his hand.

He composed himself, looked at Chen Xiao, his wife, and Chen Tian, and said:

"Uncle Chen, Aunt Chen, Brother Chen, to be honest, I came to the Tuyang City Chen Clan not only to escort Brother Chen but also to confirm a suspicion in my heart."

"Oh? What suspicion?" Chen Xiao was puzzled.

Chen Chuan said slowly: "The Bloodline flowing in my body seems to share the same Origin as your Clan’s."

"What?" Chen Tian was stunned, then laughed: "Brother Chen, are you saying that because you’re also surnamed Chen, you feel a sense of closeness? Haha, I also feel we get along particularly well!"

Chen Xiao and his wife also looked confused, clearly not thinking deeper.

Chen Chuan shook his head and said with certainty:

"It’s not just the friendship of having the same surname. What I’m talking about is the Bloodline Origin; what I possess in my body is also the Primordial Purple Radiance Ancestral Dragon Bloodline."

As soon as these words were spoken, the hall instantly became quiet.

The smile on Chen Tian’s face froze.