Chapter 339 - 282: Changsheng Su Family, The Story of That Year! (Double-length - )
In the Core City, the white streets seemingly paved with white jade have noticeably fewer carriages and pedestrians.
Unlike the bustling prosperity of other districts, this place exudes more grandeur and nobility.
A simple carriage passing through here seemed out of place, drawing curious glances from passersby.
"Whose carriage is this, moving here so idly?"
"So simple, yet able to enter here, that’s rare."
"This piques my interest, who exactly is in this carriage, so unconcerned with propriety..."
The carriage moved slowly, weaving through.
"To the left, straight for two blocks, then turn right..."
Su Qingqing was guiding the way and soon saw a grand mansion.
In fact, it was hard not to notice it because there was only this one mansion along the entire four to five-mile-long street, making it extremely conspicuous.
This was the mansion of the Changsheng Su Family.
Perhaps to show respect, the entire street was named Changsheng Street!
On this street, Su Family members could stand even before royalty without kneeling, and if anyone disrespects the Su Family, they could be struck down first and questioned later!
All these privileges hint at the distinct nature of the Changsheng Su Family.
Su Qingqing looked at the unforgettably familiar mansion with a complex expression.
Over twenty years had passed, and she finally returned!
Song Changming patted Su Qingqing’s hand, which had turned pale from her grip, signaling her to relax, also reminding her.
Su Qingqing exhaled lightly, forcing a smile.
"I understand, my lord, today is just to confirm, we won’t step inside."
"Hmm." Song Changming nodded.
The carriage passed the entrance of the Su Mansion.
Now the vermilion gates were tightly shut, two servants stood outside and gave frequent glances as the simple carriage approached.
A corner of the curtain was lifted, Su Qingqing, with a veil over her face, her bright eyes gazed at her family mansion in silence.
"She’s a beauty."
The two servants glimpsed Su Qingqing, even veiled, she seemed to be a charming beauty underneath.
They were unaware that the woman they saw today was their Changsheng Su Family’s long-lost young lady.
The carriage did not stop and continued at an even pace through Changsheng Street, gradually moving away.
Su Qingqing withdrew her gaze, feeling an inexplicable sense of disappointment.
Maybe she subconsciously hoped to see her parents outside the mansion today.
If that happened, what a surprise that would be for her.
"Since it’s confirmed that Changsheng Su Family is your home, next we’ll need to investigate your parents’ whereabouts and the reason why you were sent away back then."
Inside the carriage, Song Changming slowly spoke about these two crucial points.
Especially the latter, until that reason is understood, he wouldn’t let Su Qingqing recognize this Su Family.
Meanwhile.
Shortly after the carriage left, the gate of the Su Mansion opened from inside.
Several people walked out.
If Song Changming were here, he would surely recognize two among them.
It was Liu Xiangnan and Zhao Dongming.
Now both men’s faces carried long beards, their faces lined with wrinkles, marks of time.
Their noble bearing as heroes of the past still hadn’t faded, now it carried more calm and competence, facing the Changsheng Su Family’s people with clear eyes and not a hint of stage fright.
"Elder Jiang, why not stay a little longer, my family’s Patriarch has yet to meet you?" Su Shangyu asked Liu Xiangnan’s companion politely.
His face was clean, appearing to be only in his thirties, yet possessing an unusual maturity.
"No need, this visit was merely a passing and impromptu one, since the old friend isn’t here, I won’t linger long." Jiang River shook his head in refusal, leading Liu Xiangnan and Zhao Dongming away.
"Elder, this Su Family hardly looks like a declining clan." Zhao Dongming suddenly remarked on the road.
Jiang River chuckled lightly, "Su Family only appears declining within the Changsheng Clan, within their own territory, no matter how diminished, they still remain among the top families, it’s normal you don’t perceive it."
"So that’s how it is." Zhao Dongming seemed thoughtful.
"Elder, are we leaving Cui Bai Dao?" Liu Xiangnan asked aloud.
"Yes, I’d like to visit a place by the Abyss again." Jiang River nodded.
"Again to see the huge dark shadow below the Abyss? Could it be just an illusion created by unique geographic features?" Zhao Dongming questioned.
"Maybe, but I’ve read through family’s ancient texts, there are some depictions that concern me..." Jiang River murmured.
Upon hearing this, Liu Xiangnan and Zhao Dongming said no more.
The three of them left the Su Mansion and headed straight out of the Core City.
As they stepped across the high wall, Liu Xiangnan felt the feeling of soaking in a Spiritual Hot Spring rapidly fade, returning to the spiritual environment the main city should have.
A carriage driver happened to drive away, noticing a strong yellow-haired big dog turning a corner.
Liu Xiangnan froze for a moment.
"That dog..."
"What’s wrong, Xiang Nan?" Zhao Dongming inquired, Jiang River also turned his head towards him.
"That looks like the kid Song’s family dog..." Liu Xiangnan muttered.
Mostly because Dahuang and White, the two formidable dog breeds, were so distinctive, that Liu Xiangnan hadn’t forgotten them after encountering them a few times years ago.
"How is that possible." Zhao Dongming instinctively shook his head, then said, "Could it be that kid Song has come to Ancient Abyss Country?"
Liu Xiangnan remained silent.
Zhao Dongming’s smile faded suddenly, upon closer thought, given Song Changming’s cultivation pace, after so many years it might really not be impossible...
"If you’re curious, why not take a look." Jiang River chuckled.