Chapter 282: It Begins
In fact, there were even quite a few powerhouses from the older generation present, but these old-timers had concealed themselves.
They were all observing from the shadows, wanting to see if Chu Tianshan was dead, and even if he wasn’t, what condition he was in.
After all, the Chu Family’s sudden re-emergence had taken many Martial Arts Families by surprise.
By now, it was already afternoon, nearly three o’clock.
At Wangyue Tower, a massive crowd had gathered.
The Chu Family’s disciples were all on high alert, staring intently at their surroundings, afraid someone might cause a disturbance or stir up trouble.
After all, this was their first public appearance since their seclusion, so it was highly likely someone would come looking for trouble.
Thus, they were all extremely tense, not daring to let their guard down for even a moment.
Soon, all the higher-ups of the Chu Family arrived. Even some high-ranking Elders whom Chu Feng had never met before were present.
"Old Ancestor!" Upon seeing him, the Chu Family’s senior members hurried over to greet him.
"Madman Chu? You’re not dead yet, you old coot?" At that moment, an old man in a long robe emerged from the crowd and shouted at Chu Tianshan.
"Well, if it isn’t Old Bear Head. What brings you here? But I’m warning you, if you dare start anything today, I’ll make sure you don’t leave alive," Chu Tianshan said with a chuckle.
"HAHAHAHA! Is that so? Even if I don’t cause you any trouble, plenty of others will," Old Bear Head said to Chu Tianshan, laughing.
The meaning behind his words was quite clear; it was a pointed remark.
"What do I have to fear? The Chu Family has weathered storms far worse than this. Besides, what kind of spectacle haven’t I seen? Though our family isn’t what it once was, we’re not to be trifled with."
"Take you, for instance, Old Bear Head. If you dare cause a ruckus, I can still beat you to a pulp, just like I did decades ago."
As Chu Tianshan spoke, his voice was sonorous and filled with a commanding presence.
In truth, his words were also meant for everyone else present.
He knew that many people had come here specifically to cause a disturbance, waiting for an opportunity to stir up trouble.
However, his speech also deeply shocked the surrounding Cultivators.
Chu Tianshan’s strength was, after all, truly formidable. In the great battle all those years ago, he had slain several experts at the Foundation Establishment Realm.
Even though he had been injured at the time, his combat prowess was still enough to stand head and shoulders above the rest, earning the awe and admiration of countless people.
"You’re as arrogant as ever," Old Bear Head continued. "You’d better be careful. You might just end up dead here today. I’m just here to give you a heads-up."
"Heh, my thanks for the concern," Chu Tianshan said with a smile. "But you needn’t worry. The Chu Family will be absolutely fine, and our future is exceedingly bright."
His tone was incredibly confident, exuding an aura of pure dominance.
This caused the many wealthy magnates who had come to participate in the agent selection to become incredibly excited.
Such a powerful presence, such an overbearing aura—it made them all the more eager.
If they could get under the Chu Family’s wing and receive its protection, their own powers and businesses could grow stronger without fear of being swallowed up or acquired by other Martial Arts Clans.
"Today is a joyous occasion! It marks the Chu Family’s return after decades of seclusion. It is also the day we will select our new agents. Thank you all for gracing us with your presence and showing your support for the Chu Family!"
After finishing his speech, Chu Tianshan turned to Chu Feng.
"Alright, I’ve said my piece. The rest is up to you," Chu Tianshan said. "Chu Feng, the matter of agent selection is in your hands. You will decide who becomes our family’s agent."
In truth, the Chu Family had already selected many agents.
It was just that this particular agent position was more important, as it was for Beihai.
Beihai was a huge prize. The area was incredibly wealthy, much more so than Zhongnan City.
That was why they were making such a grand affair of it.
When Chu Tianshan finished speaking, all eyes turned to Chu Feng.
"What? You want me to do it? How am I supposed to know who to pick?" Chu Feng was dumbfounded.
"That’s up to you," Chu Tianshan said. "Just pick whoever strikes your fancy."
Chu Feng was speechless. ’This old fox is really something else,’ he thought. ’He’s trying everything to integrate me into the Chu Family—or in other words, to tie me to this ship for good.’
By saying this in front of so many people, from now on, no matter how much Chu Feng tried to explain that he had nothing to do with the Chu Family, it would be useless.
Who would believe him? No one would believe a word he said.
"Chu Feng is our Chu Family’s Young Master and also the future Patriarch," Chu Wuji announced to the crowd. "The matter of today’s agent selection will be decided entirely by our Young Master, Chu Feng."
"Greetings, Young Master Chu!"
The tycoons who had come for the selection all addressed Chu Feng with deference.
"Sigh... well, why don’t you all start by introducing yourselves," Chu Feng said, feeling utterly helpless. He had been completely set up.
Everyone was looking at him now. He couldn’t just throw up his hands and walk away.
Among the candidates, many were from out of town, while some were local.
The Chu Family’s preference would likely lean toward a local.