Family Cultivation: Rise of the Wilderness

Chapter 51 Chance Encounter
"Good sister, how dare you travel alone in Puxian County?"

The group of four included Chen Ling'er and Tang Xueyan, who were at the back, whispering to each other.

"I had no choice but to travel far away in order to find someone."

Tang Xueyan's eyes were filled with sorrow, but Chen Ling'er didn't notice, and said enviously to herself, "I also want to go out alone, but my father won't allow it."

"Your cultivation level is lower, so it's normal that Patriarch Chen doesn't agree to you going out."

Mentioning cultivation level, Chen Ling'er thought of something and hurriedly asked, "Good sister, tell me quickly, how did you cultivate to the seventh level of Qi Refining?"

In front.

Chen Zhonghe and Chen Gongchang were also talking, but they were using telepathic communication.

"Father, isn't it inappropriate to bring strangers to Changyang Valley?"

Chen Zhonghe glanced at him and asked, "Why didn't you try to stop your sister?"

Chen Gongchang looked embarrassed; his sister was in high spirits, and he dared not offer any advice.

Seeing this, Chen Zhonghe sighed. His eldest son was talented and skilled in cultivation, and he was serious and responsible.

The only problem is that he is too soft-hearted and can't even control his younger siblings. How will he manage the Chen family in the future?
If he were still in Zhangning Prefecture, it would be fine; he could be a patriarch who maintains the status quo, seeking no merit but avoiding mistakes. However, in the chaotic Pu County, it is a cause for concern.

With this in mind, Chen Zhonghe became even more determined about the purpose of his trip.

As they walked, a fortress suddenly appeared ahead, with a huge wooden sign hanging below it bearing the three characters "Changyang Valley" and indicating the direction.

"It seems we've arrived on the Li family's territory."

Chen Gongchang gazed into the distance.

Chen Zhonghe hummed in agreement. This wasn't his first time visiting Dangui Mountain; he still remembered it somewhat.

However, he remembered that last time, the Li family's territory had not yet expanded to this extent, so it seems that the Li family has not slackened at all in the past few years.

Following the signs, the four men bypassed the fortress and soon saw more signs.

At the same time, more and more people appeared around me, and they were mostly cultivators.

Tang Xueyan watched this scene with curiosity and asked in a low voice, "I heard that Hengyue Gate has not yet fully opened Puxian County. I didn't expect to see so many people today."

"Everyone came here for the Changyang Valley market, but we don't know what the market is like."

Chen Ling'er explained, then said excitedly, "This is my first time participating in a market. I hope it will be lively."

Upon hearing this, Tang Xueyan shook her head, saying that sometimes being noisy isn't a good thing.

Mortals tend to bully the weak, and it is even easier for disputes to arise among cultivators.

Just then, a boy who looked to be about ten years old walked towards them.

"Could it be that a distinguished guest from the Chen family has arrived?"

Chen Zhonghe sized up the newcomer, cupped his hands in greeting, and said, "It is indeed the Chen family. My name is Chen Zhonghe. May I ask how you are addressed, young friend?"

The young man was startled and quickly returned the greeting: "So it's Patriarch Chen. I am Li Xiangcheng, please accept my greetings."

The initial purpose of the Li family's gathering at Changyang Valley was to build closer ties with the Luo family, the Chen family, and the Lingwu Sect.

Others may be able to ignore it, but these three families will definitely have to send someone to receive them.

As a result, Li Xiangcheng, a son of the fourth wife, was conscripted by Li Xiangming and is now waiting here.

"This way, please."

Li Xiangcheng led the Chen family to a valley.

However, the valley was not open at this time, and members of the police station were guarding the entrance.

"Please forgive us, the Dharma assembly will be held the day after tomorrow. We will trouble you to stay in the valley for the next two days."

Chen Zhonghe nodded. He was always punctual, so he wasn't surprised by the arrangement, which was two days early.

He glanced around at the surroundings and couldn't help but ask, "Are people living outside the valley too?"

The people inside the valley were unaware of this, but the Li family had built a large number of detached houses outside the valley.

"This is for independent cultivators who come on their own initiative. Those like you, who were invited by my family, will stay in the valley."

"I see, your family is very kind."

At this moment, Tang Xueyan suddenly spoke up: "So, does that mean I should also stay outside the valley?"

Li Xiangcheng was stunned for a moment and didn't react.

"Dear sister, why don't you live with us?"

Chen Ling'er grabbed Tang Xueyan's arm and said coquettishly. At the same time, she glanced at Li Xiangcheng and said, "This is my sister, she will stay in the valley."

Li Xiangcheng looked embarrassed and glanced at Chen Zhonghe.

"Daddy."

Before Chen Zhonghe could speak, Chen Ling'er grabbed his sleeve and looked at Chen Gongchang, saying, "Elder brother."

Upon hearing the call, Chen Gongchang's ears went weak instantly, and he couldn't help but look at his father, but his father glanced at him, clearly indicating that he wanted Chen Gongchang to make the decision.

After hesitating for a while, Chen Gongchang took Li Xiangcheng's hand and whispered, "Could you make an exception? Although Fairy Tang is not a member of the Chen family, she has been traveling with us all the way."

Li Xiangcheng was about the same age as Chen Ling'er, and this was the first time he had encountered such a situation. He was somewhat at a loss, recalling his nineteenth brother's instructions.

At the time, Brother Nineteen said that as long as it wasn't too outrageous, he would try his best to meet the demands of the three families.

Now that the Chen family has offered to live with the rogue cultivators, it shouldn't be considered an unreasonable request, right?
After thinking for a moment, Li Xiangcheng nodded, which was considered tacit approval.

"Thank you Mr. Li."

Chen Gongchang was very courteous, clearly from a prominent family. Li Xiangcheng quickly returned the greeting and led him into the valley.

"What a tall building."

Upon entering the valley, a towering drum tower comes into view, resembling a sharp sword piercing the sky, displaying its magnificence and grandeur.

"This is the Phoenix Cry Tower, which is over 70 zhang tall."

Li Xiangcheng said with a smile that he was genuinely startled when he first saw Fengming Tower.

Even Tai Lai Peak doesn't have such a tall building. No, not only Tai Lai Peak, but even Pu Shui Fang Market doesn't have one.

The Fengming Tower is different from the traditional bell and drum towers. It is triangular in shape, narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, with several floors on the bottom that can accommodate hundreds of people.

According to Li Xiangming's plan, that place would be a hub for Li family shops.

However, Fengming Tower is not open to the public at present, or rather, it has not been fully completed.

Below Fengming Tower is a huge square terrace with steps on three sides, surrounded by railings, and covered with a bluish-gray floor.

"It's a blue demon stone, and there's a restriction on it."

Tang Xueyan frowned. The Azure Demon Stone was incredibly tough and highly resistant to magic power, making it difficult to break. It was a material used only in combat arenas.

As for the restrictions above, considering the Azure Demon Stone, there's no need to guess; they're probably used to reinforce the Azure Demon Stone.

But how could such a thing be found in a market?
Seemingly noticing Tang Xueyan's confusion, Chen Ling'er explained in a low voice, "The Changyang Valley Gathering will last for three days. The first day is a blessing ceremony, followed by a small competition between our invited families and the Li family, and the last two days are the market."

"I see."

Tang Xueyan nodded and asked no more questions.

At that moment, two people were visiting the terrace and came over when they saw the Chen family.

"Master Chen, it's been a long time."

The person who spoke was burly, with a broad face, thick, sword-like eyebrows, and a somewhat rugged demeanor.

"So it's Patriarch Luo. My apologies."

Chen Zhonghe quickly cupped his hands in greeting, "I thought I would arrive first, but I didn't expect to be a step behind Brother Luo."

"Haha, it's all because my son urged me on. Otherwise, with my personality, how could I possibly stand in front of Brother Chen?"

"Oh, why is that?"

"My son was very excited when he heard that he could compete with the talented young men of the Li family, and insisted on coming over early."

Upon hearing this, Chen Zhonghe looked surprised and sized up the young man beside Luo Wantao.

"This is my son, Silin. Why don't you quickly pay your respects to Uncle Chen?"

"Silin greets Uncle Chen, Brother Gongchang, Fourth Sister, and..."

Tang Xueyan frowned but did not answer.

Seeing this, Chen Zhonghe quickly smoothed things over, saying, "I didn't expect my nephew Silin to have grown so much. Ling'er, won't you pay your respects?"

Chen Ling'er pouted, greeted Luo Wantao, and then looked at Luo Silin curiously.

This was the first time she had met any of the Luo family members.

However, Luo Silin was keeping a close eye on Tang Xueyan.

(End of this chapter)