Gods of the Nation: You worship the God of Longevity, I worship the King of Hell!

Chapter 153 You Have to Consider the Owner Before You Beat a Dog!
Half an hour later, at the city lord's mansion.

When Lu Chen arrived, there were already more than ten luxury cars parked in front of the gate.

From afar, he saw Sun Qingcang and his daughter Sun Yourong standing at the gate of the mansion, surrounded by several distinguished figures.

Of course, his pink minivan was so eye-catching that the other party noticed it early on.

Lu Chen pushed open the door and got out of the car, and Sun Qingcang had already raised his hand to greet him.

He strode forward and smiled, "Uncle Sun."

"You're here, Xiao Chen." Sun Qingcang looked Lu Chen up and down, clicking his tongue in admiration, "Clothes really do make the man, that's absolutely true. Wearing this suit, you look completely different. Rongrong, don't you think?"

Sun Yourong glanced at him a few times, then nodded slightly: "Hmm, not bad~"

Lu Chen smiled but didn't say anything more.

"Come, let me introduce you to some seniors." Sun Qingcang stepped aside and first pointed to a middle-aged man with glasses, who had a refined yet heroic air: "This is Wu Jingzhi, the head of the Wu family in the east of the city."

Then, another burly man with a steady gaze was introduced: "This is Qin Guangshan, the head of the Qin family in the west of the city. This is a rising star in the south of the city..."

He introduced seven or eight heads of families in Jiangdu City.

It can be said that these people represent half of Jiangdu's population.

"As for Xiao Chen, I won't go into too much detail," Sun Qingcang concluded with a smile.

Qin Guangshan laughed first, "Young friend Lu's name has been widely known lately."

"Indeed, to be qualified to become a new elite in less than a month is a speed that is unprecedented and unheard of."

As the head of the Wu family, Wu Jingzhi surprisingly clasped his hands in a gesture of respect.

The group exchanged a few pleasantries and compliments, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

"Squeak—crunch!!"

However, this mutual flattery didn't last long.

The screeching sound of brakes abruptly shattered the laughter and conversation at the doorway.

A luxurious, extended limousine screeched to a halt in front of the steps.

"The Zhao family has arrived."

Sun Qingcang whispered something, and the surroundings immediately quieted down.

The smiles on everyone's faces vanished, and their eyes all turned to the car door.

Both car doors opened simultaneously.

Zhao Jiutang, wearing a cloak, stepped out first.

But the person who got off the bus on the other side surprised everyone.

"Zhao Wanliang?"

Behind her, Sun Yourong's tone betrayed her surprise.

—Zhao Wanliang.

This person is Zhao Wanliang!?

Lu Chen narrowed his eyes slightly.

—This guy has finally shown up.

He looked closely and, just as Old Wu had said, even from a distance, he could see that the man was thin and pale, looking as if he had been drained by wine and women.

His inhuman appearance drew glances from the family heads behind him, each with a different expression.

"You all arrived very early," Zhao Jiutang said with a smile, bowing as he stepped forward.

"Patriarch Zhao."

"Mr. Zhao."

The heads of the families returned the greetings, but their smiles faded somewhat.

Qin Guangshan turned his gaze to Zhao Wanliang behind Zhao Jiutang, seemingly concerned, and said, "Wanliang, it's been years since I've seen you. How come you've become so thin? Young man, you should take care of your health."

"none of your business?"

Unexpectedly, Zhao Wan raised his eyelids and retorted without any politeness.

The atmosphere suddenly froze.

Qin Guangshan was undoubtedly embarrassed, and his face darkened as he said, "Wanliang, it's not appropriate for a junior like you to speak to an elder like that."

"What?" Zhao Wanliang sneered, "Your Qin family wants to clash with my Zhao family? Are you sure?"

The arrogance and certainty in his words sent a chill down the spines of everyone present.

Despite his arrogance, no one dared to underestimate him.

After all, the Zhao family's current strength is indeed among the top of the four major families.

"Alright, alright, Brother Qin, please calm down." Zhao Jiutang stepped in to smooth things over: "Wanliang, you should also say less. After all, Uncle Qin is an elder."

That being said, it was clear to everyone that Zhao Jiutang did not intend to overly blame Zhao Wanliang.

—He wouldn't dare.

He really is a puppet family head.

Zhao Wanliang ignored Qin Guangshan and finally turned his gaze to Lu Chen, a half-smile playing on his lips: "You're the newcomer who's about to become a rising star?"

Sun Qingcang took half a step forward, blocking Lu Chen's side, and said in a nonchalant voice, "Wan Liang, you wouldn't even give your Uncle Sun face, would you?"

Zhao Wanliang glanced at Sun Qingcang, his attitude softening considerably. He smiled and said, "Oh, it's Uncle Sun. You Rong is here too. It's been a long time."

Sun Yourong turned her face away, clearly not wanting to talk to him.

Zhao Wanliang wasn't annoyed. His gaze locked onto Lu Chen again, a subtle sense of pressure emanating from him: "Hey brother, I'm asking you a question. You don't even know the proper etiquette for introducing yourself, do you?"

Everyone's eyes immediately lingered on the two of them.

No one expected that Zhao Wanliang would personally attend the City Lord Conference today; this was truly unprecedented.

What I never expected was that the confrontation between the Lu family and the Zhao family would start so quickly!
However, Zhao Wanliang appears reckless and arrogant.

Actually, this kid had ulterior motives; he clearly wanted to "make an example of someone" and deliberately give this upstart from the same district a hard time. Now, it remains to be seen how Lu Chen will respond.

Just as everyone's hearts were secretly racing.

Lu Chen smiled casually: "I noticed that the other family heads have all heard of me, but Young Master Zhao said he doesn't know me... It seems that Young Master Zhao's information is not very good."

As soon as these words came out.

The surrounding family heads looked at each other in bewilderment.

Sun Yourong, however, was not surprised.

"This guy, he's definitely using this style again..."

During that incident with Master Lingshui, Lu Chen even started by insulting his mother...

This time, they've toned it down considerably.

Zhao Wanliang narrowed his eyes even more: "You're absolutely right. I don't usually listen to gossip. Why don't you tell me yourself and let me get to know you?"

"Forget it, since we don't know, then we shouldn't know." Lu Chen's smile remained unchanged, but his tone became indifferent: "Anyway, knowing won't do Young Master Zhao any good."

hum! ! !
This is even more outrageous than before!
The family heads secretly gasped, never expecting that these two would start arguing in public after only one exchange.

Zhao Wanliang had obviously not encountered this situation before. His purpose in coming here was simply to give Lu Chen a little show of force and demonstrate the Zhao family's status.

This will help Lu Chen to behave himself a bit in the future.

This is just a standard deterrent tactic used by powerful clans in various regions.

He had intimidated several newly powerful figures in the north of the city in this way, without exception.

Therefore, even if it's just acting, he has to go all the way and arrange one for Lu Chen.

Unexpectedly, not only did the attempt to intimidate them fail, but they also lost face.

His face darkened further, and he was about to speak again.

Lu Chen, however, had already looked away and gazed at a familiar figure behind him.

"Oh, it's Manager Zhao. Long time no see."

Standing on either side of Zhao Wan behind him was Zhao Zhihong, who had a slight grudge against Lu Chen at the Zhao Clan Temple. He looked up at the sound, cupped his hands and smiled, "Young friend Lu, how have you been?"

"Little friend Lu?"

Lu Chen raised an eyebrow, walked straight past Zhao Wanliang, stopped in front of Zhao Zhihong, and smiled, "I won't mind if the other family heads use this form of address."

His tone suddenly turned cold, and his gaze instantly turned icy:

"But who do you think you are—daring to address me like that?!"

boom! ! !
The spiritual pressure of a mid-stage third-rank cultivator poured down like a torrent, crashing down on Zhao Zhihong without reservation!
In addition, the unique destructive effect of [Turbid Waves Burning the Sky] is also added.

Its power was actually approaching that of the late stage of the third rank!
Zhao Zhihong was only at the early stage of the third rank; how could he withstand such suppression!
His knees buckled, and he collapsed to his knees!

The stone slab beneath their feet shattered with a crash, the cracks spreading out like a spiderweb.

It all happened so fast.

From Lu Chen's sudden attack to Zhao Zhihong kneeling down, it was only a matter of a breath.

"Mid-level third grade?!"

Sun Yourong's pupils suddenly contracted.

no……

Wasn't he only recently promoted to the second rank?

how come……

What's even more alarming is that he dared to openly attack the Zhao family steward right in front of Zhao Jiutang and Zhao Wanliang!
"Little friend Lu!!"

But then Zhao Jiutang shouted sharply, his sleeves billowing as a surge of spiritual energy burst forth, dispelling Lu Chen's oppressive aura.

His face was ashen: "Why can't we talk things out properly? Doing this in front of me is probably inappropriate, isn't it?"

"Shh! Shh!"

Zeng Rou and Wang Zhidong flashed by, already protecting Lu Chen on either side.

More than twenty core members of the Rakshasa Cult stepped forward simultaneously, their third-grade spiritual pressure weaving into a net that menacingly enveloped the Zhao family.

The Zhao family guards did the same, their spiritual pressure coalescing into a king, and they attacked the Lu family.

this moment!
The tension on the scene instantly reached its peak!

All the family heads couldn't help but change their expressions, clearly not expecting the situation to change so quickly and so drastically!

What was even more unexpected was that the young man from the Lu family, who was only a rising star at the moment, would directly confront the powerful Zhao family in the same district without any scruples and show no mercy.

Sun Qingcang, standing to the side, took a deep breath, his hand flashing slightly as he gathered his strength.

They seem ready to make a move at any moment.

Lu Chen remained calm and composed when faced with Zhao Jiutang's questions.

Looking at Zhao Jiutang and Zhao Wanliang, whose faces were grim, he smiled and said:
"Gentlemen, I'm the kind of person who... I've always been a little bit vengeful."

“Your steward Zhao treated me in the same way back then. I’ve always remembered that.”

“Perfect timing, we ran into each other today, let him experience what I went through back then.”

"If you two feel this is inappropriate... you can use the same method to make me bow my head."

As he spoke, Lu Chen generously spread his arms wide:

"Come on! You two, bring it on!"

　I'll try to write another chapter tonight.

　　Let's see if we can write it down.

　　This transition chapter should be faster than before.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)