Chapter 505: Feigning Ignorance
Aldrian was perched at the top of a tree, where he could see the wall protecting a vast complex of buildings. The place was located far from any city, high on a hill and surrounded by dense forest. From his position, he could see the gate that led into the compound, and above it hung a plaque that read: Tang Family.
This was where the Tang main family resided, a place that, based on Aldrian’s observation, was just as he had imagined.
The surrounding forest contained many kinds of dangerous, poisonous vegetation and venomous beasts. Only a single road connected the gate to the nearest city, which was five thousand kilometers away. The forest also served as a natural defense against outside attacks and as a source of supplies, providing the Tang family with a wide variety of poisonous resources.
Aldrian decided to let himself be seen, he stepped down from the tree and walking down the road with a casual manner. The two guards standing at the gate, dressed in the green robes of the Tang family, looked at the approaching figure with wary expressions. When they saw his face, they felt he seemed familiar, and before they could ask anything, Aldrian spoke first.
"Bring me to your patriarch. Tell him Aldrian has something to say."
Hearing the name, the guards finally realized who he was and widened their eyes. This man was the one they referred to as the mysterious swordsman! No wonder he had felt familiar. But inwardly, they were confused. Why was he here? And why did he want to meet the patriarch? They couldn’t recall any connection between their family and Aldrian.
But the two guards did not dare to make Aldrian wait or take his request lightly. One of them immediately rushed inside, while the other remained to guard Aldrian. They waited for several minutes, which made the guard outside increasingly nervous. What was taking them so long? Meanwhile, Aldrian stood calmly, though his senses already aware of everything happening inside the family manor.
He could see many movements, hear their words, and understand their plan. It was quite amusing. Not long after, the gate opened again, and someone stepped out. It was an old man with a white beard, followed by several middle-aged men. The old man cupped his hands as he finally stopped in front of Aldrian.
"Welcome to the Tang family, Your Excellency. I am Grand Elder Tang Rui. Your name is truly famous and has inspired many people. When I first heard that someone like you was coming, I thought it must have been a joke. But to think you’re actually here to visit us, this is truly a surprise."