Family Cultivation: Rise of the Wilderness

Chapter 317 Meeting
"Zhao Yue?"

Li Xiangming exclaimed in surprise, tore off the list, and read it carefully.

After a long pause, he frowned, lost in thought.

"you know?"

Ding Xia, who was standing to the side, asked curiously.

Li Xiangming pasted the list back to its original place and shook his head: "I don't recognize it."

Ding Xia spat and said, "Then why are you reacting so strongly? Could it be that you've taken a liking to someone else?"

As she spoke, Ding Xia also glanced at the profile pictures on the list.

A hint of envy crept into his eyes.

Even from a woman's perspective, Zhao Yue's face is flawless.

No wonder Li Xiangming was distracted.

She pinched her chubby cheeks again, feeling inexplicably disappointed.

Li Xiangming was completely oblivious to Ding Xia's inner thoughts; at this moment, he was filled with doubt.

At first, he thought he had mistaken someone for someone else, but after comparing the name and appearance, the person on the list was indeed Zhao Yue of Shanyun Sect, the mastermind behind the attempt to annex Green Cloud Cave by impersonating Green Cloud Fairy.

Didn't Keshan Yunmen fall apart along with the destruction of Green Cloud Cave?

Even the sect leader, Fairy Shanyun, died in battle in the Green Cloud Cave.

How could they possibly have the leisure to attend the Qingfeng Dharma Assembly?

Moreover, Zhao Yue's identity on the list is actually that of a disciple of the Hengyue Sect.

Based on the seal on the Hengyue Gate in front of the Green Cloud Cave, Li Xiangming had a vague guess.

He looked at Ding Xia and asked, "Does Miss Ding have a place to stay?"

"Yes, I have."

Ding Xia responded instinctively.

"In that case, let's part ways here. This is my communication talisman. Call me if you need anything. But I probably won't be able to stay in Dendrobium Market for more than a few days. Take care, Miss Ding."

After saying that, Li Xiangming waved his hand and left.

Ding Xia, who was left standing there, was a little stunned. Then she realized what was happening, stamped her foot, and was a little annoyed. This guy clearly didn't trust her and was trying to avoid her.

How could she, a dignified second-tier array master, have ever encountered such cold treatment?

But then Ding Xia breathed a sigh of relief.

She was afraid that Li Xiangming would take advantage of her kindness and force her to do things she didn't want to do.

She had no chance of resisting a Foundation Establishment cultivator.
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The Li family has basically sold off all of their properties in Dendrobium Market.

Those members of the Shijinfang who remained in Hao County used their positions to sell odds and ends at street stalls to avoid suspicion—indeed, there were commercial streets in the city where street stalls were permitted.

However, in order to facilitate intelligence exchange and to host their family members, they still rented a place to stay called Muxiangzhai.

Muxiangzhai is quite remote and not easy to find.

Fortunately, this wasn't Li Xiangming's first time here, and after wandering around for a while, he soon arrived at his destination.

The Li family's intelligence network in Hao County was basically established by bribing local impoverished households. These people were not qualified to come to Muxiangzhai, so Muxiangzhai was deserted all year round.

To Li Xiangming's surprise, the door to Muxiangzhai was open.

"Could it be that someone has come to visit?"

Li Xiangming's heart stirred, and he quickened his pace.

After taking only a few steps, a loud shout rang out: "Who goes there?"

Li Xiangming stood still, quietly watching several people swarm over.

The man in the lead was burly and had a cold gaze. Suddenly, he saw Li Xiangming's face and froze: "Uncle 19?"

Li Xiangming smiled slightly: "Ji Hu, it's been a long time."

Li Jihu finally realized what was happening, and a look of surprise appeared on his face. He rushed over, but stopped abruptly when he got there, scratching the back of his head, looking a little embarrassed.

As usual, Li Xiangming patted Li Jihu's head and asked, "Why did you come to Hao County?" "I came with my aunt."

Li Jihu chuckled sheepishly.

aunt?

Li Xiangming was taken aback. Suddenly, he felt something and looked up at Muxiangzhai.

A graceful woman was standing at the door, watching him.

"Yanji?"

Li Xiangming was startled and hurriedly stepped forward.

Cao Yanjun's eyes were already red and swollen. When she saw Li Xiangming coming over, she could no longer hold back and threw herself into his arms, choking back tears as she asked, "Why did it take you so long to come back?"

A wave of guilt washed over Li Xiangming. He put his arms around Cao Yanjun's slender waist and gently patted her back: "It's all my fault for making you worry."

The two embraced tightly, as if trying to melt each other into their own bodies.

Time stood still!

The tranquility was broken by a soft cough.

Li Xiangming looked up and found that there were several other people present at Muxiangzhai, including his third uncle, Li Chenggeng.

Li Chenggeng was always serious, and both Li Xiangming and Cao Yanjun unconsciously loosened their grip and straightened their posture.

Li Xiangming asked somewhat awkwardly, "Third Uncle is here too?"

"It's all because of you, kid."

Li Chenggeng grunted.

Li Qianshi, who was standing next to him, also shook his head and pointed at Li Xiangming: "Xiangming, you really scared your family this time."

"Yes, Uncle Nineteen, where have you been these past few days?"

Li Jihu also stepped forward.

Li Xiangming felt the warmth of Cao Yanjun's soft hand, hesitated for a moment, but ultimately did not reveal that he had been possessed by Fairy Green Cloud.

Saying this would only cause Cao Yanjun worry, and it also involves the secrets of the evil Green Robe.

He sighed and replied, "I met my master while searching for the Enlightenment Spring, and she kept me here."

In Li Xiangming's description, the Green Cloud Fairy is portrayed as a positive figure.

She loved her sect and cared for her disciples. In order to protect Green Cloud Cave, she did not hesitate to fight a divine thought clone of Hou Xianbo, the leader of the Mang Sect, and finally forced back a group of Mang Sect demons.

Unfortunately, he was seriously injured and his time was running out.

To ensure the smooth transmission of the Green Cloud Cave's mantle, she forced Li Xiangming to stay and imparted all her knowledge to him, which led to Li Xiangming's disappearance.

After hearing all this, the expressions of those present varied.

Li Jihu said with envy, "Uncle Nineteen, you've encountered a stroke of luck, but unfortunately I didn't get a share!"

Cao Yanjun burst into laughter through his tears: "You're just dreaming."

Li Qianshi nodded: "I see. No wonder your soul lamp was fine, but we couldn't find anyone or see you come back to report."

Only Li Chenggeng frowned; he had personally witnessed the Green Cloud Fairy.

While I wouldn't say I know them very well, I do know some aspects of their personality.

Putting everything else aside, with so many disciples in Green Cloud Cave, it's illogical that Fairy Green Cloud would pass on her mantle to a nominal disciple.

But Li Chenggeng did not voice any doubts. Having lived to his age, he naturally knew that everyone has some secrets. As long as the person came back alive, there was no need to delve into it.

He was quite concerned about the Mang Sect that Li Xiangming mentioned: "This divine thought clone of Hou Xianbo was actually able to cause the Green Cloud Fairy, who was in the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, to die with regret. This matter must be reported to the patriarch."

It should be noted that the main activity area of ​​the Mangjiao sect has now shifted from Haoxian County to Puxian County.

Hou Xianbo himself is most likely in Pu County.

This person's cultivation level is so high that it is truly worrying.

(End of this chapter)