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Chapter 565: Chapter 565: The Thousand-Year Old Demon_1 Chapter 565: Chapter 565: The Thousand-Year Old Demon_1 Even though Little Ninth Duke’s aura was perfectly concealed without leakage, Oda Houmei’s sensing ability was nearly as terrifying as a wolfhound’s sense of smell.

Upon careful sensing, he still “smelled” a sense of horror emanating from the other party, causing his hairs to stand on end, his heart to falter, and a sense of dread towards great terror to arise.

So, to what extent was the strength of this young man known as Little Ninth Duke terrifying?

Oda Tenshu, who committed seppuku in front of Xu Fan, was only a Jonin, equivalent to an Ancient Martial Artist of the Grandmaster Realm.

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Oda Houmei, a truly Heavenly Ninja, possessed strength equivalent to a Martial King.

In other words, Oda Houmei’s strength was on the same level as that of Li Fuqiang, among other Chief Stewards of the Flame Dragon Organization.

But at this moment, Heavenly Ninja Oda Houmei, with the strength of a Martial King, smelled a dangerous aura from a young man in his twenties.

Even though the other party was deliberately concealing his own aura, Oda Hironobu inferred the other party’s strength.

At the very least, it was on his level; and judging from the Family Head’s attitude, he estimated that Little Ninth Duke was probably much stronger than himself.

Therefore, it was likely that this young esteemed guest had taken that extremely difficult step and entered the legendary realm of the Divine Ninja.

With this thought in mind, Oda Houmei’s demeanor became utterly reverent as well, performing the same trilogy of bowing and clasping his hands, he respectfully said, “The Oda Family, Oda Houmei, pays respects to Lord Ninth.”
Upon seeing this, the other senior members of the Oda Family looked startled.

They were all clever people, and they instantly understood the implication of this action; how could someone whom even Oda Houmei treated with respect be ordinary?

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Surely he must be someone even more formidable than Oda Houmei.

Thus, with all doubts dispelled, they each bowed deeply with great respect, saying, “We too, pay respects to Lord Ninth.”
But Little Ninth Duke paid them no heed, as if he heard nothing, with a look of nostalgia still on his face.

For a time, everyone had to maintain their bowing posture without daring to move a muscle.

These people lived in comfort and were not accustomed to much physical activity; before long, they were trembling, struggling to hold the pose.

Only Oda Houmei and Oda Chihide had no such trouble.

The former, with his high strength, had no problem maintaining the pose for three days and nights.

The latter, being young, had the physical resilience to endure.

After what felt like an eternity but was only a little over a minute, Little Ninth Duke seemed to snap out of his reverie, a hint of a smile appearing on his face as he said in a normal tone, “Xiao Xiang’s descendants do have some ability, managing to run the Oda Family in such an orderly fashion…”
With a wave of Little Ninth Duke’s hand, everyone let out a sigh of relief and straightened up, but the expressions on their faces abruptly changed, becoming very odd.

Xiao Xiang?

Could this Lord Ninth be referring to Oda Shoxiang from the family genealogy?

Right, the shrine in the manor also enshrines a tablet for Oda Shoxiang.

However, according to the genealogy, isn’t Oda Shoxiang someone from a thousand years ago?

Little Ninth Duke’s tone was way too arrogant, casually calling the ancient ancestor of the Oda Family by such a familiar name.

Were those two friends?

Or something else?

Oda Shoxiang—
By name, he is considered the founder of the Oda clan, also known as the first Family Head or patriarch.

The patriarch’s life is recorded in the genealogy, which suggests he was originally a wandering samurai who came across a fortuitous opportunity.

He then established the Oda Family, and it did not take many years for him to lead the Oda clan to become a major family in the Island Country.

The Oda Family has also faced many twists and turns throughout history, with many rises and falls, but they have survived every time.

The contemporary Oda Hironobu is of great talent.

After taking over the position of Family Head, he governed diligently and attentively, pushing the family back into the ranks of the three major families of the Island Country, with their influence growing ever stronger.

“Oda Hironobu, you have performed very well,”
Prince Xiao looked at Oda Hironobu and actually praised him.

Suddenly, Oda Hironobu’s heart was shocked, as if he had received a tremendous encouragement, his expression becoming excited, and he hurriedly replied, “Prince Xiao, Hironobu is fearful!

As the Family Head, I have merely fulfilled my duty to revitalize the family.”
“That is sufficient,” Prince Xiao patted his shoulder.

At once, Oda Hironobu’s body shook, and he hurriedly said with a smile, “Prince Xiao, the banquet is ready, please!”
“All right, lead the way,” Prince Xiao nodded and started walking into the manor.

Oda Hironobu followed half a step behind, with an attentive attitude, and the rest followed closely behind him.

They entered the spacious living room.

In the center was a large rosewood round table, set with many dishes, obviously very sumptuous.

Prince Xiao unceremoniously took the seat of honor, with Oda Hironobu and Oda Houmei sitting to his left and right, respectively, while the others took their seats in order.

Once all the servants were dismissed, Oda Hironobu raised his glass towards Prince Xiao, “Prince Xiao, your presence at our humble home is truly a joyous occasion for the Oda Family, an utmost honor.

Hironobu offers you this drink first.”
Prince Xiao casually lifted the wine glass in front of him, clinked it lightly with his, wet his lips with the wine, and then set it down.

Oda Hironobu, however, did not dare to do the same, and drank it all in one go.

After he had finished drinking, Prince Xiao smiled, patted the shoulder of the Oda Family Head, and said in a tone of an elder, “Hironobu, relax a bit, don’t be so tense.

I came here this time to repay the favor owed to Xiao Xiang.

I had no opportunity to repay him while he was alive, which I regret.

Now, it’s good, I can help his descendants, and consider my obligation fulfilled.”
Oda Hironobu nodded solemnly.

The others, upon hearing this, couldn’t help but speculate about Prince Xiao’s identity.

Oda Hironobu, then sweeping a gaze across everyone, formally began to introduce the identity of their distinguished guest, saying gravely, “Everyone listen well, Prince Xiao is…”
Upon hearing this, the faces of all present changed dramatically, and they exclaimed in disbelief.

“This?!”
“I…

It’s too inconceivable!”
“My god…

I remember he had already…”
“…”
The people present, being of high status, all had more or less some restraint, but upon hearing that name, they instantly threw restraint to the back of their minds, and each showed a sudden change of color.

After all, in everyone’s impression, Prince Xiao was a person from a thousand years ago, and there were even records of his death, claiming he was beheaded.

To think he had lived until now?

There was probably nothing more fantastical and unbelievable in the world.

No wonder Prince Xiao seemed so young, yet possessed such terrifying cultivation.

Having lived for a thousand years, even a pig would be stronger than oneself.

Oda Houmei’s doubts were also immediately dispelled.

Before, he was perplexed about how such a young person could be stronger than him, which seemed quite unreasonable.

“Hehe…”
Prince Xiao waved his hand and laughed, “If it weren’t for your ancestor, Xiao Xiang, saving me, I would have been beheaded and dead, just as you know.

Thus, the debt I owe to Xiao Xiang is one of a life saved.

However, since I was saved, I had to act in secret, as I was supposed to be dead, and I dared not reveal my identity, not finding a chance to repay this kindness.

Now, I am free of this concern and have some strength.

I suppose I might be able to lend a hand to the Oda Family.”