Family Cultivation: Rise of the Wilderness

Chapter 33 Secret Meeting
Pushui Market.

A huge flatboat lay across the shore.

The boat was bustling with people coming and going, filled with a lively atmosphere.

"Chief, come quick!"

A young man with a pointed mouth and monkey-like face was beaming with excitement, gesturing wildly with his fingers.

The middle-aged man next to him, referred to as the "chieftain," was tall and well-proportioned with a dignified appearance.

Following the young man's finger, one could see an open-air stage below, where several scantily clad girls were dancing.

"Ma Wu, is this all the ambition you've got?"

Ma Wu, feeling embarrassed, made up an excuse and said, "No, I meant they can use magic!"

"You're quite observant."

Liu Xiong Yu chuckled, "How about we go down and have some fun?"

"really?"

Ma Wu's eyes lit up.

"Once you go, don't come back."

Seeing Ma Wu's lecherous and hungry appearance, Liu Xiong Yu suddenly turned cold.

"I was wrong, Chieftain, please don't send me away!"

Ma Wu trembled and knelt down immediately.

Many passersby were startled and stared at this strange scene.

"Get out of here, you disgraceful piece of trash."

"okay."

Ma Wu quickly got up and stood aside, ignoring the beautiful women downstairs, looking left and right like a loyal guard.

"This young man, Protector Liu, is quite interesting."

At this moment, a short, fat old man with a large belly walked out from in front of their door.

Upon seeing the newcomer, Liu Xiong Yu's expression turned solemn. He cupped his hands in greeting and said, "Cang He Sanren."

Canghe Sanren first looked around at the surroundings before saying, "Let's go inside and talk."

In Pushuifang, every inch of land is precious, especially the boats floating on the river, which, due to their limited space, are all built to be towering high.

The three of them found a private room on the ship, which was more than ten stories high. Ma Wu was very sensible and took the initiative to install soundproofing in the room.

Canghe Sanren was the first to ask, "Protector Liu, why are you in such a hurry to meet me?"

"I have come here today to ask you to convey a message to the leader: I, Liu, hereby withdraw from the Mang Cult from this day forward."

Liu Xiong Yu said in a deep voice.

"Withdraw from the Mang Cult?"

Canghe Sanren was stunned. "Are you crazy? What good would it do you to leave the Mang Cult?"

"There's no downside, is there?"

After a moment of silence, Canghe Sanren suddenly remembered the recent rumors and whispered, "Could it be that Protector Liu is afraid of that kid from the Li family?"

"Nonsense! My chieftain is invincible, how could he be afraid of a mere brat?"

Ma Wu interrupted, looking indignant.

Canghe Sanren was immediately displeased and looked down on this sycophantic rogue.

However, he did not reprimand him; even when beating a dog, one should consider its owner.

Liu Xiong Yu, one of the three great protectors of the Mang Sect and known as the "Soul-Draining Hand," was clearly someone worth putting up with for a while.

“Li Xiangren is no greenhorn. Back in the day, he defeated a demon cultivator in the Bone Fusion stage with his Qi Refining seventh level cultivation in Pushui, which even shocked the Hengyue Sect.”

Liu Xiongyu said slowly.

"That was due to the advantage of the runes. In terms of strength, he is no stronger than you or me."

Shaking his head, Liu Xiong Yu did not agree with Cang He San Ren's words: "Who knows how many runes he is hiding now? Once the Flying Flame Wheel is unleashed, you and I will both be reduced to ashes."

Upon hearing this, Canghe Sanren narrowed his eyes. "Protector Liu is so wary, could it be that he doesn't want to make a move?"

"With nothing better to do, who would want to go into battle?"

At this point, Liu Xiong Yu suddenly smiled: "Or is it that you, Sanren, want to have a showdown with the Li family?"

"Don't talk nonsense, I'm just a messenger."

Canghe Sanren quickly waved his hand.

"Since Protector Liu is unwilling to take action, then so be it. I will report this to the sect leader."

"Please inform him that Mr. Liu is grateful for his recognition and support."

"Are you serious?" "Absolutely not joking."

Canghe Sanren's brows furrowed into a knot.

As a protector, Liu Xiongyu was highly valued by the leader and was second only to him. Why would he suddenly leave the Mang Sect?
Could it be that he's really afraid of Lee Sang-in?

That doesn't make sense.

The Mang Cult is complex, and its members at the bottom are indeed of varying quality, but Liu Xiong Yu was carefully selected and supported by the cult leader.

Whether it's cultivation level, temperament, or methods, they are among the best in the sect.

Even if we can't beat Lee Sang-in head-on, we shouldn't be afraid, right?

Suddenly, Canghe Sanren saw Ma Wu and had a guess in his mind. Ma Wu was not a member of the Mang Sect, but Liu Xiong Yu had him by his side.
"You left the Mang Cult because of Huanyun Village?"

Canghe Sanren blurted it out unconsciously, and even he himself couldn't believe it after he finished speaking.

Huanyun Village was just a tiny bandit stronghold; what right did it have to harbor the "Soul-Sucking Hand," a figure feared by all?
Liu Xiong Yu smiled and said, "Whatever the reason, I have decided to leave. I hope you will convey my message to me, Sanren, out of consideration for our years of friendship."

"Passing on your message is no problem, it's just the consequences..."

Canghe Sanren shook his head. As a protector, Liu Xiongyu had gained many benefits from the sect, and his special position meant he knew a lot of secrets.

Would the leader allow such a key figure to leave?
If it is not allowed, there will likely be another bloody conflict.

"There's no need for you to worry about that, I will take full responsibility. If anyone in the sect holds a grudge against me, feel free to come after them as well."

Liu Xiong Yu smiled faintly, his confidence overflowing.

Soon, Liu Xiong Yu and Ma Wu left Pu Shui Fang City.

Watching their retreating figures, Canghe Sanren seemed lost in thought.

Not long after, a tall, thin old man walked in, his back bent, with a white cloth draped over his shoulder.

Upon seeing the visitor, Canghe Sanren finally came to his senses and asked, "Has that kid from the Li family been causing quite a stir lately?"

The tall, thin old man counted on his fingers and replied, "It's quite large. Six strongholds were destroyed. It is said that the 'Four Tigers' were all wiped out, and two of the 'Three Heroes' also died. The remaining one hid in Wumu Mountain in Qingshui County."

"A bunch of good-for-nothings."

After finishing his tirade, Canghe Sanren asked, "Who provided the Li family with this information?"

"Who else? Of course, it's Xu Zibu. This guy has been watching us for a long time and has a lot of information. This time, he sold it to the Li family, which can be considered as using someone else to do his dirty work."

Xu Zibu!
Canghe Sanren hated this name so much he gritted his teeth.

It is said that this person had a brother who was also a member of the Mang Cult, but died in an internal power struggle. From then on, he kept an eye on the Mang Cult and kept collecting information about it to sell to outsiders.

The Mang Sect was wiped out in Hao County by the Hengyue Sect, which was also thanks to this person.

“Pu County is bustling, and it’s not just our Mangjiao that’s doing this.”

"Oh?"

Canghe Sanren was curious: what other interesting things were happening in Puxian County?

The tall, thin old man pointed to the roof: "The Bailu Clan is still resentful about the attack they suffered half a year ago, but for some reason they have suppressed it. This time, the Li family's rare move has provoked their reaction, and it is said that they have already started a fight with the Cao family in Qingshui County."

"The Cao family? The Cao family of Qingliang Mountain?"

"Exactly."

"Haha, this is interesting. The Cao family's beast-taming technique is world-renowned, but it has caused them trouble."

Canghe Sanren stroked his sparse beard and hair, feeling very pleased. He enjoyed seeing these prestigious sects fight each other.

"In addition, in the south, Red Stone Valley and Meiling are also engaged in a fierce battle."

"Why?"

The tall, thin old man shook his head. "The reason is still unknown."

"In short, the moment the Li family made their move, the entire north and south of Pu County were in an uproar."

"This is a good thing; our business will become more and more prosperous."

Canghe Sanren smiled slightly.

Seeing this, the tall, thin old man hesitated to speak.

"What's wrong, Lao Zhuang? We've been friends for many years, so speak frankly."

Old Zhuang nodded, thought for a while, and then said with a serious expression, "Old friend, you've been getting too close to the Mang Cult lately."

Canghe Sanren was taken aback for a moment: "I am a member of the Mang Sect, how can I not approach?"

Suddenly, he stopped speaking and remembered that a few years ago, he had never paid any attention to church affairs.

Since the leader took office, the Mang Cult has undergone tremendous changes.

I feel like I've changed too.

　I went out today, so this is only one chapter. Sorry.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)