Building a long-lasting family lineage starting with genealogy

Chapter 257 The Fang Family in Turmoil, the Beginning of Their End (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

After leaving the Yuan family, the head of the Fang family quietly went to the Hua family.

This is something that the Yuan family head probably never expected.

Of the three families in Yunxi Town, the Yuan family is the most domineering, while the Fang family is the most opportunistic, siding with whoever offers the most benefits.

As for the Hua family, they have the weakest foundation, but they have grown stronger through marriage alliances and have the deepest network of connections.

Hua family head's study.

Hua Yunfei was surprised when his guards reported that the head of the Fang family had come to visit.

Although the Hua family was biased towards the Xu family, they had not truly turned against the Yuan and Fang families, so they still had to meet with them.

They then proceeded to the main hall.

"Brother Hongchang, what brings you here today?" Hua Yunfei asked with a faint smile.

"I have something I'd like to ask Brother Yunfei. What are your thoughts on the recent events involving the Xu family?"

Upon hearing this, Hua Yunfei glanced at him sideways and immediately understood.

That's what it was all about!

He smiled faintly and said, "The Xu family has seized an opportunity, so it's only natural that they're developing."

"If it were the Yuan family or your Fang family, and they entered the Heavenly Azure Secret Realm and obtained an opportunity, would they remain indifferent?"

"Brother Fang, there is no family in the world that lasts forever. Even a family that produces Golden Core cultivators will decline and even perish one day, let alone us."

"If the Xu family isn't rising to prominence today, it could be the Xiao family, the Yuan family, or the Huang family in a decade or two."

Fang Hongchang nodded slightly upon hearing this, feeling that what Hua Yunfei said did indeed make some sense.

The rise and fall of a family is predetermined. What we need to do is to try our best to ensure the family's survival. When a genius emerges in the family in the future, we can seize the opportunity to rise again and even go further.

However, if one is too radical, it will bring utter destruction to the family.

"Brother Hua, if the Xu family grows strong enough to destroy our three families and then attacks us, will your Hua family simply surrender?"

"The Xu family wouldn't be too heartless, and besides, my Hua family has a Golden Core cultivator behind us."

Fang Hongchang lowered his head and pondered. The Hua family's situation was indeed different from theirs.

Now that Hua Qingxue has regained her youth, the sect leader of the Qingmu Sect, who is also Feng Juechen's father-in-law, is nearing the end of his life. The Qingmu Sect is about to hold a new election for sect leader.

Feng Juechen has a very high chance of being elected.

If it weren't for the Qingmu Sect Master's suppression, Feng Juechen would definitely have brought Hua Qingxue to his side.

In the future, the Hua family might be able to relocate to the vicinity of the Qingmu Sect, and it's not impossible that the entire family might even monopolize a second-tier spiritual vein.

Since the Yuan, Hua, and Fang families all have disciples who have joined the Qingmu Sect, they naturally have access to some insider information.

"The Hua family has a way out, but my Fang family does not!"

“They had previously shown goodwill towards the Xu family, and the two families were on good terms, so we could treat them calmly, but not my Fang family.”

Fang Hongchang sighed inwardly.

"It seems that the Hua family has decided that the Xu family will definitely become the overlord of Yunxi Town in the future. If my Fang family joins the Yuan family to fight against the Xu family, we may end up being wiped out in the future."

If we really become enemies, even if my entire Fang family moves away from Yunxi Town, the Xu family probably won't let us go.

Perhaps only the scions of the three major clans can escape this calamity.

"Brother Fang, what are you thinking about so intently?" Hua Yunfei asked with a smile.

"Just some trivial matters within the clan." Fang Hongchang looked up and said, "I roughly understand what Brother Hua means, so I won't bother you any further."

He then got up and returned to the Fang family residence.

He felt that if he discussed this matter with the elders of the clan, there would be quite a few who would agree to join forces with the Yuan family.

After all, although the Xu family has great potential, its strength and foundation are very shallow. The core clan members are only a handful, and the rest are all mid-stage Qi Refining disciples, which is not many in number.

The only problem is the various demon-hunting teams that the Xu family has allied with.

There are strong and weak strengths.

If they unite, they do indeed have the potential to rival the two families.

But it's still generally not as good as it used to be.

After all, both families have several demon-hunting teams with which they have good relations.

If we act now and act swiftly to eliminate all the core members of the Xu family, the Tiancang Sect won't have time to react.

That Heavenly Azure Token has a far greater deterrent effect on Golden Core families and the Three Sects than on Foundation Establishment families.

Since the Golden Core families have been operating for five or six hundred years, they would never offend the Heavenly Azure Sect for the sake of a mere Foundation Establishment family, thus letting the hard work of more than ten generations of their family go to waste.

"But is the Xu family really that simple?"

After careful consideration, Fang Hongchang felt that something was amiss. How could the Hua family be so certain that the Xu family would become the dominant force in Yunxi Town in the future?

"Fire Cloud True Person, Chen Changge. If the Xu family has more than just these two Golden Core True Persons behind them, then everything might make sense."

The Yuan and Fang families remain untouched, while the Xu family is unaffected; these two Golden Core cultivators will not do anything.

But if we really kill the Xu family members, they will probably be furious and take action!
The best outcome for the Yuan family and my Fang family to join forces against the Xu family is that both sides will suffer heavy losses.

Apart from that, there is only…

Fang Hongchang did not sleep all night.

The next day.

They quietly made their way to the Xu residence.

"What brings you here, Master Fang? My father is currently in seclusion and I'm afraid he cannot receive guests."

In the main hall of the Xu family, Xu Mingxian spoke calmly to Fang Hongchang.

"What a coincidence?"

"It is indeed unfortunate. If anything happens, just let me know. I will inform my father when he comes out of seclusion."

Xu Mingxian naturally wouldn't let a trivial matter disturb Xu Chuan's seclusion.

After a moment's hesitation, Fang Hongchang said, "I, Fang, wish to attach myself to the Xu family so that the Fang family can occupy a place in Yunxi Town in the future."

Upon hearing this, Xu Mingxian's pupils suddenly contracted, but then returned to normal. He said calmly, "What do you mean by this, Patriarch Fang?"

My Xu family is now powerful enough to warrant the Fang family's reliance on us.

With the Fang family's strength, they could rank among the top twenty even in Jiaoxiu City.

You overestimate the Xu family.

"I'm not joking, I'm serious," Fang Hongchang said. "As a token of my sincerity, my Fang family is willing to give up our family's cultivation room, which is built on a second-tier spiritual vein."

"If the Xu family wants to use it in the future, they can simply send someone over."

The cultivation rooms of the three families are arguably their greatest source of wealth. Any cultivator who has reached the Qi Refining Perfection stage must pay one thousand spirit stones to use them once.

Over the decades, the three families have obtained more than 100,000 low-grade spirit stones through this method.

It is because they possess this spiritual vein that the three families have such a strong foundation.

However, all three families transferred several of their shares to the Golden Core cultivators behind them.

"Furthermore, I can tell Elder Xu some news: Yuan Qishan, the head of the Yuan family, is currently trying to win over the Fang family so that we can join forces to deal with the Xu family."

A strange look appeared on Xu Mingxian's lips. "Patriarch Fang has already betrayed his ally?"

"We are only allies in name only. After all, neither of us can really do anything to the other. When the two sides fight, it will inevitably give the other side the opportunity to benefit."

That's why we've maintained harmony for decades.

Now, with the arrival of your Xu family, everything has been disrupted, and it seems that Yunxi Town has reached a point where it needs a reshuffling.

"The Yuan family plans to join forces with your Fang family, but what about the Hua family?"

"The Hua family has their own way out; it doesn't matter if they don't develop in Yunxi Town."

"An escape route? Is the Hua family willing to give up the benefits of this second-tier spiritual vein?"

Fang Hongchang said, "There was a rumor that Fairy Qingxue gave birth to a son when she was young. Although it is said that he died young, it is possible that her brother adopted him."

The current head of the Hua family is very likely a descendant of Fairy Qingxue.

Of course, if Fairy Qingxue herself doesn't admit it, no one can be sure.

Furthermore, the current sect leader of the Qingmu Sect is nearing the end of his lifespan, and the sect will elect a new sect leader within the next two years.

"Is this related to the Hua family?"

"The sect master of Qingmu Sect is surnamed Yin. He is the father of Feng Juechen, the great elder of Qingmu Sect, and is also the only late-stage Golden Core expert in Qingmu Sect."

Upon hearing this, Xu Mingxian suddenly realized, "If the Qingmu Sect Master passes away and Feng Juechen takes power, he might bring Hua Qingxue back to the Qingmu Sect."

The Hua family may also relocate to the vicinity of the Aoki Sect, where they can receive its protection.

"Probably."

Xu Mingxian listened with great interest and looked at Fang Hongchang, saying, "I didn't expect Patriarch Fang to know so many interesting things."

I understand what you mean. I will inform my father, and he will make the final decision.

"I understand. I will take my leave now. If there is any news, please use this communication talisman to contact me, and I will come again."

Xu Mingxian nodded slightly.

After Fang Hongchang left, Xu Mingxian pondered for a moment before going to Xu Chuan's secluded meditation room to inform him of the matter.

"To become one of the three overlords of Yunxi Town, the Fang family is certainly not all mediocre." Xu Chuan said calmly, "Originally, I wanted to intimidate them with the power of Senior Huoyun and Chen Changge."

After all, it will probably take nearly twenty years for my Xu family of Yunxi to truly grow strong.

Until the Wu family, the Yan family, and their next generation grew up.

Otherwise, if we wipe them out now, we won't have enough loyal people to manage the industries in Yunxi Town.

Since the Fang family wants to be our pawns, let's give them a chance.

There's no need to keep the Yuan family around.

Xu Mingxian's heart skipped a beat; her father had finally decided to take action!
"Mingxian, during this time, you will create a second-tier illusion array plate for concealment."

"Then shall I craft a mid-grade second-tier array plate?" Xu Mingxian asked with a smile. "An array artifact of this caliber should take five or six days to complete."

"If there is more time, I can create a high-grade second-tier array plate."

"If we have enough materials, let's aim for the top-tier second rank. That way, even if a Golden Core cultivator scans it with their divine sense, they probably won't be able to detect anything unless they investigate with all their might."

Combined with the top-tier second-order Six Harmonies Sealing Array, which seals the heavens and earth and isolates fluctuations in energy, future actions will be much more convenient.

“I understand. The clan should have enough materials. I remember we have the necessary materials to make a second-tier top-level illusion array plate.”

However, in terms of time, one month might not be enough.

"It's alright, just go all out. It will take Mo Yue more than a month to fully recover to his peak condition, so it will be a good time for him to stretch his muscles and bones."

"To destroy the Yuan family, I will do it together with my father, and the relevant formations and restrictions will be handed over to my son."

"This way, we can save the number of times we need to use the Formation-Breaking Bead."

The father and son exchanged a smile, and in a few words, they decided the end of the largest family in Yunxi Town.

a few days later.

Upon receiving the message, Fang Hongchang immediately went to the Xu residence.

This time, he met Xu Chuan.

"Master Fang, please have a seat."

Fang Hongchang clasped his hands in greeting and sat down opposite Xu Mingxian.

"Master Xu, what's the decision?" he asked.

Xu Chuan smiled faintly, "Patriarch Fang, it's not you asking me, but me asking you. You've decided to attach yourself to my Xu family. Have you thought about what form of attachment you want?"

Should they serve as vassal retainers, followers, or like the other families in Yunxi Town?

Fang Hongchang was shocked and looked at Xu Chuan in disbelief, as if Xu Chuan today was different from the Xu Chuan he had seen before.

"Or have you changed your mind again and want to join forces with the Yuan family to deal with my Xu family?"

Looking at the smile on Xu Chuan's lips, he felt a chill run down his spine.

“Of course not. The rise of the Xu family is unstoppable, and my Fang family has always followed the trend,” Fang Hongchang said.

"Then what choice should we make?"

Fang Hongchang fell silent, lost in thought.

After a short while, he spoke again: "What are ordinary families like in Yunxi? And what are their followers like?"

"Ordinary families can develop on their own. As long as they do not have any ill intentions towards my Xu family, my Xu family will not interfere. As for followers, they will follow my Xu family's lead and do things for my Xu family."

"You will also receive a reward from my Xu family."

"Your Xu family really won't interfere with the development of other families?" Fang Hongchang was slightly taken aback.

Other families would have tried their best to suppress it.

"Of course, but times change and it's hard to say what will happen in the future. For example, my Xu family has a large population and occupies most of Yunxi Town. Those who need to move will move, and those who need to expand will expand outwards."

"Then my Fang family chooses to become an ordinary family in Yunxi Town."

"Decided?"

"Yes, this is probably the best for our family."

Fang Hongchang originally intended to rely on Xu Chuan, but now Xu Chuan has given him an unexpected choice: as long as the Xu family agrees not to interfere, it would be best for the Fang family to develop normally.

Xu Chuan didn't say much, "Then you should pretend to be friendly with the Yuan family and delay dealing with my Xu family for a month and a half."

Then the Yuan family's affairs will no longer require your Fang family's concern.

As for the division of profits after this matter is settled, we'll discuss that later.

Hmm, Xu Chuan seems much colder than usual.

Fang Hongchang and Zhang Er were completely baffled, so they stopped thinking about it and clasped their hands in a fist and said, "I understand. If the Xu family needs manpower to help deal with the Yuan family, they can come to me."

Our Fang family will certainly do everything in our power to help!

Xu Chuan nodded slightly, and Fang Hongchang took his leave.

"Pity!"

Xu Chuan sighed softly and returned to the backyard.

For the Xu family, the Fang family's only use was as temporary tools to work for them.

Fang Hongchang was clearly unwilling; he preferred to maintain the Fang family's exclusivity. His previous talk of dependence was merely out of fear that the Xu family would discard him after using him.

This is perfectly reasonable.

Now it seems that the Xu family can only arrange a trustworthy demon-hunting team like the Huang family to manage the spirit fields, spirit mines, and spirit lakes of Yunxi Town after the destruction of the Yuan family.

Several days have passed in the blink of an eye.

Yuan Qishan, the head of the Yuan family, sent someone to the Fang family to invite Fang Hongchang.

"Brother Fang, six or seven days have passed, why haven't you given me a definite answer yet?" Yuan Qishan asked, a hint of dissatisfaction in his eyes.

"Brother Yuan, why are you in such a hurry? Do you intend to wipe out the Xu family within a few days?" Fang Hongchang chuckled. "Don't forget that the Xu family business has a second-tier mid-grade array plate."

This shows that the Xu family has connections with array masters capable of setting up a high-grade second-tier defensive array. Brother Yuan, you yourself are well aware of the power of a high-grade second-tier defensive array; even if all twenty-odd Foundation Establishment cultivators from your Yuan family joined forces, I'm afraid they wouldn't be able to break through it in a short time.”

Most of these Yuan family members who have reached the Foundation Establishment stage are in the early to mid-stages, and there are not many who have reached the late stage or above.

If there were more than twenty late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators, they could break through a second-tier high-grade defensive array with just a few attacks under their full power.

Upon hearing this, Yuan Qishan fell into deep thought. "Brother Fang, what you said makes sense. So what do you think we should do?"

"Our Fang family has not yet fully agreed to attack the Xu family. It will probably take some time. We will hold several clan meetings to discuss it. In the meantime, Brother Yuan can try to win over the Hua family."

"It doesn't matter if it fails. If it succeeds, then the three of us joining forces will be absolutely confident in annihilating that scoundrel!"

Yuan Qishan stroked his chin and pondered, "That's fine, but we need to set a timeframe. If it drags on for two or three years, then we'll have no choice but to give up the spiritual vein and obediently leave Yunxi Town."

"Then let's do it in two months. We also need to accumulate a batch of pills to replenish our supplies when we attack the Xu family."

"Two months? That's a reasonable timeframe. So be it." Yuan Qishan said, "Brother Fang, please don't disappoint me again."

"Of course," Fang Hongchang laughed, and then left the Yuan family.

Yuan Qishan watched his retreating figure, his eyes slightly shimmering. "There's something strange about Fang Hongchang. He agreed to this too readily."

After pondering for a moment, he flipped his hand, and a talisman appeared in his palm. He made a hand seal with one hand and chanted a few words to the talisman.

Then the talisman transformed into a faint stream of light and headed into the distant sky.

The talisman flew to the Fang family's residence and landed in the hands of a guard captain at the eighth level of Qi Refining.

He was currently sitting cross-legged in a room, practicing meditation.

"A message from the patriarch?"

"It's fortunate that I'm off today, otherwise it would be difficult to explain."

The guard was of average build, an ordinary-looking young man in his thirties, and had been an undercover agent sent by the Yuan family to the Fang family for several years.

Because his strength had reached the eighth level of Qi Refining, he was appointed as a squad leader, leading a five-person patrol team.

There are thirty-six such teams in the Fang family, with twelve people in each large team. The team leader must be a Qi Refining Perfection cultivator, while the one who commands all the guards is a Foundation Establishment early stage cultivator from the Fang family.

Some squads patrol homes, while others guard the Fang family's mines, patrol the spirit fields, and spirit lakes.

[Investigate the Fang family's activities over the past two months, reporting every three days, especially regarding clan meetings and whether there are any developments such as preparations for war or the procuring of supplies.]

"This is..." The young guard's eyes narrowed. "Is a family war about to break out?"

"With whom? With the Yuan family?"

He lowered his head and pondered, saying, "In terms of family strength and foundation, the Fang family is still a step behind the Yuan family, but if they fight, they should both suffer heavy losses."

Therefore, it cannot be the Yuan family. If it were the Yuan family, the atmosphere at the Fang family would not be like this.

But it seems the Fang family hasn't made any big moves lately.
Could it be that the head of the family has made a mistake?
Well, the patriarch will make his own judgment. I'm not a member of the Yuan family, so why should I worry so much? I'll just patrol regularly, deliver messages occasionally, and collect my two spirit stone rewards peacefully.

Even if both companies lose, they can simply run away again.

"Wait, it's the Xu family!"

The young guard's eyes lit up immediately.

Although he doesn't go out much, he occasionally hears about the Xu family from his colleagues. Recently, the Xu family business has been developing extremely rapidly.

The shop was filled with many good things, things that were rarely seen in the shops of the Yuan and Fang families.

"That's right. The Xu family is an outsider. They were fine before, but now they are developing rapidly, which will inevitably have a great impact on the businesses of both families."

Several years ago, everyone in Yunxi Town thought that the Xu family was a small family that needed the protection of the Hua family.

Now they all know that what has come is a young tiger, powerful enough to shake and overthrow the dominant family in Yunxi Town, and even replace them.

"If we were to fight the Xu family, I don't know what our chances of winning would be."

The Xu family's true strength remains unseen to this day.

Otherwise, the Yuan family wouldn't have wanted to join forces with the Fang family.

"Hey, they started fighting so easily, and it's only been a few years!"

The young guard seemed quite resentful, "Why can't I just lie down in peace?"

"Is it really that hard to find a family in the cultivation world where you can just coast along with a fixed salary until you die?"

"Or am I just born with bad luck? Bad luck, Mei Yun. My parents really gave me a good name," Mei Yun thought to herself.

"Last time I joined a small family, it was wiped out after a few years. Now I've come to Yunxi Town and joined a big family like the Yuan family, but I still can't last more than a few years."

I'll resign in a few days.

We cannot put ourselves under a dangerous wall just because of this little bit of spiritual stone.

"Hmm, how about trying a different Golden Core family next time?"

Six days have passed in the blink of an eye.

Mei Yun sent two messages, both informing the Fang family that although they had held a clan meeting to discuss matters, there was no indication of any preparation for war.

Upon seeing the message sent by Mei Yun, Yuan Qishan's eyes immediately blazed with fury.

"What a fine Fang family, what a fine Fang Hongchang, trying to put on an act for me, huh!"

"Are they planning to sit back and watch the tigers fight, or have they already colluded with the Xu family?"

"Since you are so heartless, don't blame the Yuan family for being unjust."

With Mei Yun as an undercover agent, if the Yuan family were to concentrate their forces and launch a sudden attack, they would surely catch them off guard.

But after only two days, Mei Yun resigned from both families.

Although Yuan Qishan was furious, now was not the time to target a mere Qi Refining Level 8 cultivator.

Three days later, many of the Fang family's properties were attacked inexplicably at night. A batch of spirit iron mines were robbed, and spirit fields were destroyed, resulting in significant losses.

The shop was also attacked, but fortunately it was protected by an array. The cultivator guarding the shop sent a message to the Fang family, who quickly arrived, thus preventing any loss.

The Fang family was furious.

A clan meeting was immediately convened to discuss the matter.

"Patriarch, who do you think did this?" the Fang family's eldest elder asked Fang Hongchang.

"Whoever it is, they must pay the price for provoking the Fang family." The fifth elder of the Fang family slammed his fist on the table and roared, his eyes filled with rage.

"Could it be the Xu family?" someone else said. "We previously joined forces with the Yuan family to suppress the Xu family, but now that they have the protection of the Tiancang Sect, they are showing their fangs and starting to retaliate?"

Fang Hongchang sighed deeply, "On the same day, multiple properties were attacked. Do you think the Xu family has that many people on their side?"

At each location that was attacked, there were at least three Foundation Establishment stage cultivators and a dozen or so late-stage Qi Refining stage cultivators.

The other elders of the Fang family remained silent.

“It’s the Yuan family.” Fang Hongchang put his hand to his forehead.

Did the Yuan family discover it so quickly?
He sighed inwardly, wondering how he should explain things to the Xu family.

"How did the patriarch know?" asked the Fang family's eldest elder.

"Enough. Now that things have come to this, there's no need to hide it from you anymore. Previously, Yuan Qishan came to me to discuss joining forces with the Xu family. After much deliberation, I also consulted Hua Yunshan."

Ultimately, the decision leaned towards the Xu family's side.

Xu Chuan misled and delayed the Yuan family for a month and a half. I played along, but I never expected that the other party would discover the trick so quickly.

It seems our Fang family has rats sent by the Yuan family.

"Such a thing has happened?!" The Fang family elder exclaimed in shock. "Patriarch, how could you decide to form an alliance with the Xu family on your own without consulting us about such a significant matter?!"

Fang Hongchang sneered as he stared at the Fang family's eldest elder, "Because I know that many members of our Fang family are on the Yuan family's side."

Even if there is discussion, the final result will only favor the Yuan family!

But I don't want to!

He glanced at the other elders of the Fang family and then asked, "Do you know how the Hua family decided to deal with the Xu family?"

"It should be to help the Xu family, right?" an elder said.

"They chose to remain neutral. As you know, the Qingmu Sect's leadership transition is imminent, and Feng Juechen is very likely to be elected. The Hua family has its own way out."

But our Fang family doesn't have that!
In the Hua family's view, the Xu family will most likely become the dominant force in Yunxi Town in the future. As for why they are so certain, I don't know.

But Xu Chuan struck me as far more terrifying than Yuan Qishan.

Therefore, I chose the Xu family, but not to form an alliance with them. I was merely doing them a favor by delaying the Yuan family's move against the Xu family.

After that, we'll have nothing to do with each other. As long as the Fang family becomes an ordinary family in Yunxi Town, the Xu family has promised not to target us.

"Patriarch, are you foolish? How can you trust the Xu family so easily?" The Fang family's Grand Elder said, "How do you know they won't retaliate later?"

Fang Hongchang said, "Now that we've already discussed this, let's have all the elders vote today."

"Follow me, or help the Yuan family?"

"Based on the results, it is better for our family to split into two branches today than to be completely wiped out."

"Fine!" the Fang family elder roared. "Since the patriarch is so resolute, then let's split up!"

“I agree to join forces with the Yuan family. The Xu family’s foundation is shallow after all. Even if they are on good terms with two Golden Core cultivators, our two families are still in the same boat. As long as we plan properly, it will not be difficult to destroy the Xu family.”

"The Grand Elder is right, I agree with what the Grand Elder said!"

"I am also willing to follow the Grand Elder!"

"The Fang family's current achievements are hard-won, and maintaining the current tripartite balance of power is the best course of action."

The Fifth Elder, who had previously been furious and determined to make the other party pay the price, changed his attitude in the blink of an eye.

"Fifth Elder, you didn't say this before?"

"The Yuan family's revenge is still because you, the family head, were wrong."

Fang Hongchang felt extremely helpless. Of the nearly twenty Foundation Establishment cultivators in the Fang family, only five or six were willing to follow him.

Apart from one late-stage Foundation Establishment elder, the rest were all at the early to mid-stage Foundation Establishment realm.

"That's it, that's all."

Fang Hongchang turned and left the clan hall.

Subsequently, news spread in Yunxi Town that several of the Fang family's properties had been attacked and that the Fang family had split into two branches, causing a great uproar.

The head of the Fang family led some of the Fang family members to live in the Fang family ancestral home, while the Fang family elder, along with most of the Fang family elders, continued to occupy the Fang family mansion.

Yuan family.

“Patriarch Yuan, all of this was done by Fang Hongchang alone and did not represent the decision of my Fang family. Now that I am in charge of the Fang family, I am willing to share the honor and disgrace with the Yuan family.”

Yuan Qishan laughed heartily, "Elder Fang, you are truly wise."

"Don't worry, if our two families join forces, we will definitely be able to destroy the Xu family. At that time, the Xu family's resources will be divided equally between our two families."

"Then thank you very much, Patriarch Yuan," the Fang family elder said with a fist and palm salute.

"Then let's discuss how to deal with the Xu family."

After settling his family members who were following him, Fang Hongchang went to the Xu residence.

Xu Chuan is in seclusion.

Fang Hongchang was not seen; Xu Mingxian was the one who greeted him again.

"Elder Mingxian, I am truly sorry, I have botched things."

Xu Mingxian sighed slightly, "It seems the rumors from a few days ago were true."

Fang Hongchang nodded slightly, "My Fang family has been infiltrated by spies who leaked information about our household to the Yuan family, which has led to their retaliation."

Previously, I had also kept the agreement with your Xu family a secret from the clan elders.

Now that our Fang family is divided, most of them have followed the Grand Elder and formed an alliance with the Yuan family. Your Xu family should be careful.

Even if your Xu family is on good terms with True Person Huoyun and True Person Changge, they can still get the Golden Core elders of Jiao Cang and Qing Cang Sects to stop it.

"Is that so? If my Xu family doesn't ask Master Huoyun and the others for help, will the Yuan and Fang families ask Golden Core cultivators for help?"

Fang Hongchang was taken aback for a moment, then shook his head and said, "It shouldn't be. Jin Dan is not a henchman of our two families. If it weren't for the fact that destroying our two families would greatly damage their interests, it would be impossible for them to do so."

They would never interfere in the battles between our small families.

"I am truly unable to handle the aftermath and have failed the trust placed in me by Patriarch Xu. I would like to ask Elder Mingxian to convey this message."

"Don't worry, Father won't blame you."

After you refused to be a tool for my Xu family last time, my father lost all hope for your Fang family.

It is now estimated that even the promise of the spiritual vein cultivation room cannot be fulfilled.

"By the way, what are Patriarch Fang's plans next?"

"We are currently staying at our family's ancestral home, but this is not a long-term solution. Out of sight, out of mind, I plan to lead the rest of the clan to leave Yunxi Town and settle in other towns."

With the strength of my lineage, we should have no problem settling down in other towns. As for development, we'll take it slow.

His failure to tell Xu Mingxian where he was going next was also an instinctive precaution.

"Then I wish Master Fang a bright future and continued success."

"Thank you."

Subsequently, Fang Hongchang left the Xu residence.

However, someone was watching outside the Xu family's gate and informed the head of the Yuan family of this news.

"Fang Hongchang, it seems we can't keep you around. Keep an eye on the Fang family's branch. If they plan to leave Yunxi Town, report back immediately."

"Yes, master."

A ruthless glint flashed in Yuan Qishan's eyes.

If Fang Hongchang and his group were staying at the Fang family's ancestral home, it would be difficult to make a move now that he has allied with the Fang family's eldest elder.

But if they leave Yunxi Town, there are many ways to eliminate them silently.

“You brought this all on yourself!” Yuan Qishan murmured.

Xu Mingxian then told Xu Chuan about the recent events.

“Fang Hongchang is finished,” Xu Chuan suddenly said.

"Why did Father come to this conclusion? Given the strength of the Fang family branch he leads, avoiding this conflict between Yuan Fang and my Xu family should be the best course of action."

“If your eldest and second eldest brothers were here, they certainly wouldn’t think that way,” Xu Chuan said with a faint smile. “You are indeed not suitable to manage the family.”

Xu Mingxian didn't feel ashamed. If it weren't for the fact that there were too few members of the Xu family in Yunxi, and that Xu Chuan had been busy with cultivation recently, it wouldn't have been his turn to do these things.

In the past, in Dongxi, he only needed to focus on comprehending the Dao of Arrays.

"When will Father arrange for someone else to come?"

"De Ling doesn't come back often, Ye Fan is busy with the Xu family business, and De Yue is similar to you in personality. Who else could it be but you?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Mingxian sighed softly, "Father, you should have brought another person skilled in housekeeping to Tiannan back then."

Xu Chuan shook his head and chuckled.

"By the way, Father, why did you just say that Fang Hongchang is finished?" Xu Mingxian asked again.

"Two-faced and estranged from his family, seemingly trying to protect the Fang family, all of this is foolish. Now he wants to leave Yunxi Town safely. Do you think Yuan Qishan will let Fang Hongchang go?"

(End of this chapter)