bayedsolid Chapter 334 Severing Ties
Chapter 334 Severing Ties
No matter how much the elders in the Niu family regretted and were unwilling, they couldn't change Niu Zheng and Niu Xingxing's decision.
The oldest of them were so angry they almost fainted.
An opportunity for rapid advancement was presented to the Niu family. They could have easily become the leading family in the western district, or even transformed into a super-rich family.
However, they themselves killed the Niu family's chance to grow.
Niu Qingqing's birthday banquet brought joy to one family and sorrow to another.
After some time, the banquet ended, and the guests returned home.
Niu Qingqing held her mother's ashes as Niu Zheng sent the two siblings out of the Niu family home.
"From now on, it will be up to the two of you to rely on each other." Niu Zheng bid farewell to the two, his tone filled with the vicissitudes of life.
“Father…” Niu Qingqing was a little reluctant to part with him.
After all, he was her biological father.
"Qingqing, do you hate me?" Niu Zheng asked.
“Father…I…” Niu Qingqing lowered her head.
Undeniably, she had hated them before, not understanding why her father never cared about them and let them be bullied by Sun Yingrong and her son.
But now, I feel like I've let it go a little.
Because she had a vague feeling that her father seemed to have some kind of trouble.
Niu Zheng smiled slightly and patted Niu Qingqing's head.
He then looked at Niu Xingxing, his gaze complex.
"I thought you would remain ordinary forever..."
"I never imagined you would be so extraordinary after all. You truly are her child..."
His tone was tinged with regret, yet also seemed to carry a sense of relief, as if he had expected it.
"Could it be that Niu Zheng, regardless of his two illegitimate children, simply wants them to live ordinary lives?" Niu Xingxing wondered.
And then there's the "she" Niu Zheng mentioned...
Xiao Linglong was once a young lady of the Xiao family, and she carries a great secret.
"Niu Xingxing, take good care of Qingqing!" Niu Zheng said with a serious expression.
"I will." Xiao Chen nodded.
"Qingqing, take this. This is what your mother left for you." Niu Zheng took out a jade pendant tied with a thin string and helped Niu Qingqing put it around her neck.
"Remember this, this is your mother's only keepsake. Keep it safe and never lose it!"
"Mmm." Niu Qingqing nodded obediently.
Xiao Chen glanced at the jade pendant, and his gaze suddenly sharpened.
The jade pendant is emerald green, and the pattern on it looks like a bird.
That pattern was also on the key that Xiao Chen obtained from the trial at the Xiao family in Jiang City.
Without a doubt, this is another key to the treasure of the Xiao imperial family.
As expected, Xiao Linglong brought her out...
Xiao Chen remained expressionless.
“This jade pendant, when worn, can bring good health and prevent all diseases. It is quite a treasure. You must not show it to outsiders casually,” Niu Zheng instructed.
"So amazing!" Niu Qingqing exclaimed in surprise, taking the jade pendant and examining it.
It should have been cold, but she felt a warmth emanating from it.
Wearing this jade pendant, I inexplicably felt much calmer.
“If I’m not mistaken, this jade pendant should contain something,” Xiao Chen said meaningfully, his eyes gleaming.
Niu Zheng glanced at him.
"You two must remember, you have been expelled from the Niu family and have no further connection with them!" Niu Zheng suddenly said sternly, his face hardening.
"Not only the Niu family, but also I have no relation to them anymore. If anyone asks, never say that I am your father. Remember, you have no father or mother!"
Niu Zheng's appearance frightened Niu Qingqing.
“Father…” she called out, her eyes filled with tears, not understanding why Niu Zheng was so heartless and resolute.
Her appearance made Niu Zheng show a look of pity.
But soon, Niu Zheng turned his head away again.
"Qingqing, go ahead and wait for me," Xiao Chen said.
Niu Qingqing nodded, picked up the urn, and walked forward, looking back repeatedly with reluctance.
After Niu Qingqing walked away.
"Master, is there something you're having trouble telling us?" Niu Xingxing asked.
He naturally wouldn't call Niu Zheng "father".
Niu Zheng didn't seem to care much, but stared at Niu Xingxing with a meaningful look in his eyes.
“I know you’ve now become a King-level martial artist, and your fame is at its peak…” Niu Zheng said.
"Your achievements even put me to shame; they are a height that I myself have never reached..."
"You may have noticed something, but keep quiet and don't say too much to Qingqing."
Niu Xingxing raised an eyebrow slightly, neither confirming nor denying.
"Don't take this lightly!" Niu Zheng's face immediately darkened upon seeing this.
"In the eyes of ordinary people, someone like you has already reached the pinnacle and is fearless. But you should know... the world is vast, there are heavens beyond heavens, and there are still many extraordinary things that defy common sense."
"I know my own affairs, you don't need to worry about them. You just need to take good care of Qingqing."
Niu Zheng's lecture made Niu Xingxing burst into laughter.
He might be right.
But he had no idea what kind of being stood before him...
He was a mere mortal, with almost nothing to fear.
“Perhaps my abilities exceed your expectations, and perhaps I can solve the problems that are troubling you,” Niu Xingxing said with a smile.
"Impossible!" To everyone's surprise, Niu Zheng became furious after hearing this.
"Don't think you can solve everything. You're being far too arrogant!" Niu Zheng scolded.
"It's truly remarkable that you've achieved so much at such a young age, but you're not qualified to solve my problems! Don't even think about it!"
"What troubles and worries me is beyond your imagination! Don't overestimate yourself!"
Xiao Chen looked helpless.
This "father" underestimated him too much...
He understands.
Niu Zheng didn't want his son to get involved, fearing that his son might be in danger.
"Go and be your medicine god, lead Qingqing to a good life, and stop paying attention to the Niu family's affairs," Niu Zheng said in a low voice.
"I suggest you leave the West End as soon as possible and never come back here. Go as far away as possible!"
Xiao Chen remained silent.
Is it that serious?
To reach the point of leaving one's hometown...
“From now on, just pretend you don’t have a father like me…” Niu Zheng sighed and said.
“For more than 20 years, I have not fulfilled any of my responsibilities as a father. I have let you down and I am not worthy of your concern.”
"Let's go." He wanted to send Xiao Chen away.
Xiao Chen didn't waste any more words and turned to walk towards Niu Qingqing.
Niu Zheng stood motionless at the gate of the Niu family's house, watching them leave.
His expression showed struggle and reluctance, but he restrained himself.
Finally, he resolutely turned his back and walked into the Niu family's gate.
Xiao Chen sensed all of this.
"I'd like to see what it is that could make the head of the Niu family... a King-level martial artist, so wary that he would sever ties with his children..." A glint flashed in Xiao Chen's eyes.