Shocking the Nine Heavens With My Sword
Chapter 402 - 388 The Rise of the Heaven’s Grace Sect (2/3)

Chapter 402: Chapter 388 The Rise of the Heaven’s Grace Sect (2/3)

(This Chapter and Chapter 389 are merged)

Zhao Duotian finally lowered his head to apologize to Zhou Dinghai.

When he saw Zhao Duotian bowing to him and offering apologies, Zhou Dinghai’s whole body trembled, his fists clenched tightly, overwhelmed with emotion.

Even though the couple had reunited, it could not mask the bitter years of separation spanning over a decade. It was impossible for Zhou Dinghai not to harbor hatred towards Zhao Duotian! However, he was no match for Zhao Duotian and, since Zhao was his brother-in-law, Zhou could only suppress his hate internally.

He had thought that he would never reunite with his wife in this lifetime, but then his excellent son made it happen, not only bringing him and Zhao Kexin back together but also forcing the "chief culprit" to bow to him!

At this moment, Zhou Dinghai’s resentment dissipated completely, replaced by immense pride!

Although his own powers and realm were not formidable, Zhou Heng had truly shone brilliantly, bringing him great comfort and pride.

What more could a father ask for when blessed with such a son?

Zhao Kexin, despite having grievances against her own brother, couldn’t deny that Zhao Duotian always treated her well. Sure enough, after reprimanding Zhou Heng, Zhou Dinghai, protective of his son, deployed his "charm offensive" on Zhao Kexin, easily glossing over the nephew assaulting his uncle incident, which angered Zhao Duotian to the point of a crooked nose.

When Zhou Heng returned to the back courtyard, all the women came to welcome him. Having been separated for several months, they were naturally filled with longing.

"Husband, I have good news for you!" Ying Mengfan whispered into Zhou Heng’s ear.

"What good news?" Zhou Heng’s heart stirred, somewhat understanding.

"Yes, Yiyao is back!"

Zhou Heng could not help but rejoice and quickly asked, "Where is she?" He hadn’t seen Han Yiyao and Han Yulian among the crowd.

"She went shopping with Yulian!"

Shopping? Zhou Heng was exasperated; they were experts of the Spirit Sea Realm, and they went shopping!

"I’ve already sent someone to notify them; they’ll be back soon!"

Sure enough, it wasn’t long before Han Yiyao and her niece returned.

"Zhou Heng!" Han Yiyao sprinted towards him, plunging into his arms and clinging to him as if she wanted to dissolve into him.

The other women did not join them. Although they too had been apart from Zhou Heng for a long time, their separation wasn’t as prolonged as Han Yiyao’s, and unlike her, they hadn’t dared to go out and seek news for fear of risking Zhou Heng’s life; she had had it much tougher.

This moment should be reserved solely for Han Yiyao to cherish alone.

Zhou Heng vigorously spanked Han Yiyao, but what started as a spanking naturally turned into something else, making her face flush with embarrassment when she saw the other women the next day, especially unable to meet the gaze of Han Yulian.

Zhou Heng, puzzled, pulled Han Yulian aside, asking, "Does she not know about my relationship with you?"

"Of course, I would never speak of such a disgraceful matter!" Han Yulian rolled her eyes at him.

Zhou Heng chuckled softly, an evil thought immediately forming in his mind.

He took Han Yiyao to Han Yulian’s room on the pretext that the two had become a couple and naturally should pay respects and greet her family members.

Unsuspecting, Han Yiyao felt touched by her lover’s thoughtfulness, her heart sweetened.

The three of them sat at a table, with Han Yulian sitting alone on one side, while Zhou Heng and Han Yiyao sat together on the other.

After some small talk, they began discussing the significant events that had recently occurred.

"A few days ago, a Stone Man came here demanding that we hand over the Immortal Technique and Immortal Sword. Many were injured, but ultimately, sister Huo Tian intervened and scared it away!" Han Yiyao said.

"A Stone Man?"

"That Stone Man from the Death Forest!" Han Yulian added, touching her chest as if recalling the experience of being speared through the heart that day.

"It didn’t die?" Zhou Heng asked curiously.

Previously, the experts from the Divine Infant Realm had claimed that the Stone Man had forcibly burned its own Flowing Stone Spiritual Liquid, which should have led to its demise; how could it now have come to the Zhao Family?

Luckily, with Huo Tian defending, this protective Divine Beast was indeed not just for show!

"There were also other people, all very powerful, but they were all driven away by sister Huo Tian!" Han Yiyao’s eyes sparkled, her face filled with admiration.

Huo Tian was indeed peerlessly beautiful, possessing an immense appeal especially among women, and with her unmatched battle power, she had certainly won Han Yiyao’s absolute admiration.

Zhou Heng felt a pang of jealousy; he should have been the one Han Yiyao admired.

Hehehe, thought last night’s punishment was over? That was just the beginning!

Zhou Heng placed a large hand on Han Yiyao’s leg, maintaining a calm expression on his face as he continued to inquire about the events of these past days, posing as a virtuous man.

Han Yiyao felt panicked inside; she didn’t mind being toyed with by her lover when they were alone, but now in front of her aunt, what would she do if she found out?

She quickly placed her hands under the table, holding down Zhou Heng’s large hand.

"You two are truly a loving couple!" Han Yulian teased.

Zhou Heng continued to tease Han Yiyao while also pressing Han Yulian for more information about the recent major events.

"Also, Ying Cheng’en has broken through to the Nascent Soul Realm. Now, the Heaven’s Grace Sect is rapidly rising, gathering many followers. It is said that joining the sect can grant bloodline inheritance, and as a result, it has grown immensely powerful in just a few months!" Han Yulian said solemnly.

This person was a peerless genius, definitely not to be underestimated, bearing great fortune!

"Heaven’s Grace Sect?" Zhou Heng frowned, "Where is this sect based?"

"Every city has a branch, but the location of the headquarters is unknown!"