Chapter 823 - Entering King City Again (2/2)

As soon as word about the Flaming Horn’s visit was received, they rejoiced. ‘I heard that the Flaming Horns were rich and stupid! This is awesome. When they come, we’re going to milk them dry of money!’

And so, the Flaming Horn’s arrival had become the hottest topic among the people of King City. There were even rumours that the Flaming Horns were looking into settling down in King City. In that case, the Lu family and the Fox tribe were bound for doom.

Because of the Flaming Horns, everyone in King City couldn’t be bothered with the current hottest topic- the Yi family- anymore.

The bigger and smaller families of King City bore different thoughts about the arrival. Yet, the attention was placed on the Lu family and fox tribe specifically.

Everyone knew that the two families had run into some conflict with the Flaming Horns back then. Members of the Linlu tribe and fox tribe willed to beat Shao Xuan up badly. Despite that, the people of King City could clearly remember that the Lu family head was sent flying over their heads with just a punch from the city’s gate.

As for the fox tribe, they were forced into King City one harsh winter. Due to that, they were always lacking some kind of dominance, which failed them to become one of the strongest existence in the city. It was an inherently bad choice to depend on the Yi family as their decision had landed them in bigger trouble. In terms of hatred towards the Flaming Horns, the fox tribe would probably reign as champions.

Hence, as soon as they heard that the Flaming Horns were visiting again, the two families had gathered together to form a pact. They bribed the guards at the gates and dispatched more manpower to build up the defence in hopes to intimidate the Flaming Horns.

They had no idea how big the current visiting Flaming Horn party was. Based on their logic, their numbers would be few as they needed to cross the ocean and trek a long way to reach King City. The Flaming Horns would certainly be exhausted and vulnerable when they arrive at the city gates. This would be their best chance to attack.

This time, they planned to trample on the Flaming Horns to showcase themselves.

“I heard that the Flaming Horns will arrive today.” Luming’s eyes were dark. He could clearly remember the humiliation back then. Until this day, the Black Bear party would still mock the Lu family whenever they come across each other.

“I don’t know for sure if Shao Xuan from the Flaming Horns will be arriving today as well.” Lubi’s bear-like build stood at a corner rigidly. The huge hammer in his grip made his overall appearance dark and brooding.

Years ago, Shao Xuan had snatched Lubi’s hammer over and chased him down in public. It was absolute humiliation to Lubi. He was currently way stronger than before, his innate talent was definitely uncontestable. Even the leader of the Black Bear party, Beimi, continued to refuse to compete against Lubi till this very day. In terms of violent combat, this highly-talented prodigy of the Lu family was definitely advantageous.

On the tower, an armoured young man peered into the distance. This type of armour was only worn by the leader of the guards. Upon closer inspection, one would notice that the sword in his grip bore a grain leaf engraving. This was the emblem of the Ji family.

Someone stepped forward and studied the handful of Lu family members beneath. Then, he turned to question the armoured young man. “Are you really not going to tell them the truth?”

“No. They’ll find out real soon.” The young man could not be bothered to spare another glance at the scheming Lu family and fox tribe members at the base of the tower.

In the Black Bear party’s yard.

The two brothers, Maojin and Maoda, were brushing the fur of a cart-pulling bear while the other teases the bear with a stick stained with beast blood respectively.

The cart-pulling black bear roared. It opened its jaw wide and began chasing after the stick. It looked ferocious but in reality, it was just trying to have some fun. When its nose was lightly tapped by the stick, it merely roared out twice as a protest and retracted its neck with twitching ears.

“Sir, say, what do you think the Flaming Horns are aiming for this time around?” asked Maojin.

The nearby Beimi, who was reading newly-received information, shook his head. “I have no idea.”

“Do you think the Shao Xuan fella would come?” Maojin asked again.

“Probably.”

As they spoke, the playing black beat suddenly froze. Its disc-shaped ears twitched, attention no longer on the wooden stick in Maoda’s grip. It stood up towards a direction as if trying to inspect something. Sadly, everything around it was tall walls and buildings. There was no way for it to look into the distance.

“What’s wrong?” Maoda swayed the wooden stick in its face. Noticing the black bear’s disinterest and anxious behaviour, Maoda locked eyes with Maojin. Instantly, they abandoned the stick and brush to dash onto the rooftop. Together, they gazed into the direction of King City’s gates.

“A-woooooooooooooooooooooooooooo.”

From a distance away, a wolf’s howl was heard. Despite the bustling city noises, the howl had reached their ears crystal clear.

There was a shift in Beimi’s expression. He was a man who had experienced many things. He picked up some clues from the beast’s howl.

“It’s coming from outside the city’s gate!” Maoda extended his neck. Despite standing on the roof, he was only able to see the taller city walls around the gate.

“The patrol team is moving towards that direction!” Maojin sounded excited. “They’re here! Surely, the Flaming Horns have arrived!”

“But… What’s with the howl earlier?” asked Maoda.

“We’ll find out once we get a look.” Beimi began striding out of the yard towards the outside.

Maoda and Maojin quickly followed.

There were commotions in every corner of King City.

The wolf howl that came from outside the city had caused many of the gossiping folks to fall silent. What followed after were fiercer discussions. Unable to suppress their strong curiosity, some of them put down their tasks and began moving towards the city gates.

The Yi family.

Those who were protected by Yi Tuan during the battle with Yi Xiang went ghastly pale. They were the ones who had survived the internal and external chaos and continued to cling onto the Yi family headquarters.

HE is here! Again!