The Law of Heaven

Chapter 114 Aihara’s Parents

Time stood still. Aihara knew he was under a genjutsu. Although he was used to it, he still asked in his mind, "Kori, are you there? Are you there?"

Xiao Qi's languid voice echoed from the depths of her consciousness: "I'm here. You want to ask if I've been under an illusion? Obviously, I have too. This guy's illusion isn't cast on a single unit; he's dragging a part of the real world into his mental realm, understand?"

"Can this move be countered?"

"Unless your rank is higher than his, it will be very, very difficult. This guy is a crown-ranked Spirit King. Those crown-ranked individuals who can be named King are the strongest among their peers."

"Then wouldn't he be invincible?"

"Yes, he's invincible. This guy has never lost. If it weren't for the Spirit King's mental problems back then, even with the help of the Bliss Society, the Shi family wouldn't have been able to cause all this trouble. Because if the Spirit King were to act on a whim, he could wipe out everyone all by himself."

"Is it so powerful?"

“You learned his Perfection Technique, but do you know how strong he is? I heard the old man of the Shi family say that when Fu Wanghu was studying at the Central True Pivot Academy, many seniors of higher rank than him treated him with respect.”

"Why is this again?"

"In the world of immortal beings, many things are not just about rank, but also about talent. Fu Wanghu is said to be the most talented immortal being in a thousand years. If you don't intend to kill him, then don't offend him. If you want to kill him but haven't succeeded, then you're in trouble."

"The strongest in a millennium, that sounds a bit scary."

"What are you afraid of? You've learned his Perfection Technique, so now you're in a student-teacher relationship."

"He has absolutely no demeanor of a teacher."

"You don't look like a student either."

Now Aihara and Koki can communicate with each other through telepathy at any time, and they know each other's affairs very well.

It must be admitted that Fu Wanghu's illusion magic is indeed powerful, reaching a level that is unpredictable and beyond human comprehension.

Jiang Wanwu stood at the door with a radiant smile, carrying large and small bags, her honey-colored long hair swaying in the air.

Xiangsi, like a curious kitten, lay by the bedside, her pure eyes reflecting her heartache.

No one realized they were under an illusion.

Aihara shrugged, glanced at the man walking in from outside, and said sarcastically, "Do you always make such a fuss? Do you have to show off your abilities?"

Fu Wanghu entered, pulled up a chair, and sat down, replying matter-of-factly, "Yeah, I'm just showing off my abilities."

Aihara stared in disbelief: "I went through all that trouble to get you the serum, and you just wasted it like this?"

Fu Wanghu rolled his eyes: "You don't know anything. This is cultivation. Don't you think it's incredibly classy to walk in silence when time stands still? This is how the cultivation of the Tenfold Delusion is done. You have to put on an act. The reason your cultivation is progressing slowly is because you're not putting on enough act."

Haha, I just feel ashamed.

Even so, Aihara remembered what the other person said and then asked, "You just said... Jōtō?"

Fu Wanghu hummed in response.

Aihara said quietly, "You noticed it a long time ago."

Fu Wanghu chuckled: "Ordinary people might not be able to notice, but they can't hide it from me."

Aihara asked irritably, "What's going on with the Ai family?"

“The Xiang family possesses a top-tier living spirit, placed within a matrix of black magic and alchemy, capable of precisely sensing every clansman who has awakened their Pure Eyes. I neither want to ask nor do I wish to know what you did last night.”

Fu Wanghu smiled and said, "But the main family of the Xiang family already knows of your existence."

Aihara had reason to suspect that this guy knew he was the Chosen One, but he didn't have any evidence yet.

"Will they come and gouge out my eyes?"

He asked tentatively.

"No way, gouging out your eyes wouldn't help. Spiritual inheritance is a manifestation of a neurological symptom. Do you think the Xiang family, being the Uchiha clan, can just switch things out like that?"

Fu Wanghu leaned closer, staring at him as if he were a monster, and said in bewilderment, "The fact that you can awaken the Pure Eyes proves that your father or mother is of extremely high status. After all, even in the Xiang family, not every member can awaken the Pure Eyes. Anyone who possesses Pure Eyes is a member of the main family, commonly known as the royal family."

Logically speaking, given your noble status, you should have grown up under the protection of your family and then directly entered the Central True Pivot Academy to study and advance to a higher level.

Aihara hesitated for a moment: "Then how was I brought here? Does this have anything to do with my second uncle?"

Fu Wanghu shook his head and said, "I don't know what happened to you, but your pure eyes are a bit strange. They look like they've mutated and don't show pure pale eyes anymore. That might be why you were brought here. The problem lies with your father and mother."

Aihara was thoughtful.

Indeed, the legendary Pure Eyes seems to be somewhat different from his spiritual inheritance ability.

Currently, it seems that his abilities are more extraordinary.

He pondered for a moment and said, "My second uncle told me that my parents died a long time ago, and he brought me here."

"I don't know. As far as the Xiang family is concerned, your second uncle is just a descendant of a branch family. Back then, he was considered a person of extraordinary talent, but he later caused some trouble."

Fu Wanghu thought for a moment and then said.

"whats the matter?"

Aihara had a bad feeling.

“I remember, your uncle got the fiancée of one of the heirs in the family pregnant. That woman was no ordinary person, and the incident caused quite a stir at the time.”

Fu Wanghu pointed to Xiao Si by the hospital bed: "If I'm not mistaken, this is how your sister came to be."

Aihara slapped his thigh.

I knew it right away, this is the real Second Uncle!
That character is damn hard!
But upon closer reflection, Xiao Si's biological mother must have been the person Second Uncle loved most in his life. Over the years, whenever the old man got drunk, he would gaze into the distance, lost in thought, his hazy, drunken eyes revealing a loneliness that seemed to have witnessed the vicissitudes of life.

It looked like he had been injured.

Or perhaps they are missing someone.

"Later, I don't know what happened, but your second uncle was exiled here for twenty-five years. I was young at the time and didn't pay much attention to these things."

Fu Wanghu curled his lip and said, "As for the main family's attitude towards you, based on my guess, it shouldn't be too bad. Because the Xiang family is a conservative family to the point of being rigid, and they pay great attention to etiquette. You are a noble member of the royal family, so they will welcome you back. Even if you have a flawed Pure Eye, you are still superior. But the problem is, the Xiang family has a lot of power, and some people may not want to see you return, understand?"

Furthermore, you have a younger sister who has branched out of the family. Given the complexity of her background, and considering the Xiang family's usual practices, they most likely won't accept her. Even if she becomes an immortal, she's destined to be an exile, never to be accepted back; she can't go back with you.”

Aihara sneered upon hearing this: "If you don't respect my sister, then you don't respect me."

He couldn't bring himself to abandon his sister for personal gain.

If such a person really existed, he would also feel ashamed.

If he wants to pursue something, he will achieve it through his own efforts rather than abandoning his family to please a large family with whom he has only some blood ties.

Blood ties are worthless in his eyes.

He only values ​​feelings.

Besides, if the Xiang family forces him to abandon his sister, it means they don't really care about him.

Even if you go, it won't end well.

Although Aihara once fantasized during class that one day a wealthy family would approach him, call him "Young Master" in front of the whole class, publicly humiliate the teachers and classmates who looked down on him, take him to the rooftop helicopter, and fly away amidst the envious gazes of countless people, reaching the pinnacle of life and never coming back.

But that's just wishful thinking, unrealistic.

"Very good, I appreciate your choice. What good are relatives anyway? It's good enough if they don't take advantage of you."

Fu Wanghu gave him a thumbs up: "So my advice is to get on the good side of the Jiang family as soon as possible. It's clear that Jiang Hai admires you, and you should take it a step further. Now that you've shown your strength, they won't just treat you as a son-in-law, but as a retainer."

To be precise, they are higher-ranking retainers. The Jiang family's lineage lacks combat capabilities, so they often need to recruit powerful longevity beings to bolster their fighting strength.

Otherwise, given the terrifying technological capabilities the Jiang family currently possesses, they would have been wiped out long ago.

Aihara pondered for a moment and asked, "How does the Jiang family compare to the Xiang family?"

Fu Wanghu curled his lip and said, "It is definitely not as good as him, but the old master of the Jiang family has a pivotal position in the Central True Pivot Academy, and no one is willing to offend him easily."

"I see."

Aihara suddenly asked again, "Since you call yourself a teacher, why don't you personally protect your students?"

"sure."

Fu Wanghu readily agreed, his smile growing even wider: "But are you really willing?"

Aihara pondered for a moment: "I don't want to."

Given this guy's personality, he must have made countless enemies in the past. Getting involved with him is tantamount to courting death.

His enemies dared not seek revenge against Fu Wanghu.

But that doesn't necessarily mean they wouldn't dare to make a move on the original image.

Fu Wanghu rolled his eyes again and sneered, "That's settled then. If I were you, I wouldn't want to either."

Aihara sighed, "What kind of mess is this?"

Fu Wanghu waved his hand: "I'm just here to remind you that the people from the Central True Academy will be here soon. Because of the Fog Mountain incident, the Deep Blue Alliance will most likely be investigated and tried, and among the five major families, only the Jiang family can be an exception."

As for the people from the Xiang family, they should be on their way, and I don't know when they'll contact you. But don't worry too much; as long as your cultivation is up to par, these are all minor matters. Recently, your Perfection Technique training has been a bit neglected. Remember the art of showing off; engrave it into your very bones!

He snapped his fingers: "Let's go!"

There was a snap.

The illusion collapsed.

Jiang Wanwu was completely unaware that she had been under an illusion. She put the bags on the table and said with a smile, "Xiaoyuan, Xiaosi, your older sister has come to visit you."

"Sister Wanwu".

Aihara was also very happy to see her.

After all, she's a beautiful and wealthy woman; who wouldn't love her?

Especially today, my sister appeared in a suit and skirt, with her long, voluptuous legs wrapped in black stockings and wearing black high heels with red soles, making her look sexy and alluring.

Such an alluring outfit.

Xiangsi raised her head, scrutinizing the woman who wanted to take her brother away with her with suspicion, but on the surface she remained calm and pretended to be docile: "Hello, Sister Wanwu. My brother often mentions you to me and even praises your beauty."

Aihara was taken aback; he had never said that.

"is it?"

Jiang Wanwu's smile grew even more intense and captivating.

It has to be said that Jiang Wanwu, a mature woman of her age, knows how to please people, and the gifts she brings are always just right.

The fruits and snacks were all carefully selected high-quality items; although they weren't very expensive, you could tell the thought put into them.

The expensive items are high-end supplements, not just a scam, but genuine products that are very beneficial to longevity beings and are generally unavailable to the average person.

Besides that, it was buying new clothes for Aihara.

The key point is that most of the gifts Jiang Wanwu brought were actually for Xiao Si, including designer clothes, expensive jewelry, and two Hermes bags.

A complete set can easily cost several hundred thousand.

Aihara was dumbfounded.

He, who once went to great lengths to rob Xiao Qi to buy her incense, could only shed tears of envy now.

It's so good to be rich.

Actually, Xiao Si wasn't interested in these luxury goods, but from the behavior of this rich woman, she could tell that she really cared about her brother.

The hostility subsided somewhat.

Jiang Wanwu's move was quite clever; if you want to win over a man, you have to bribe his family members first.

She knew this very well.

No one can win Aihara's heart if they can't overcome the hurdle of unrequited love.

So you need to win over your future sister-in-law first.

Ah.

Foolish Jiang Youqing, study hard!

"How is the injury? I'll have the doctor come and do a more detailed examination later."

Jiang Wanwu perfectly embodied the image of a gentle older sister, tenderly leaning close to the boy's arm to carefully examine his injuries, her honey-colored long hair cascading down.

Aihara could smell the rose scent in her hair.

You can also see the collar of her shirt.

A vast expanse of snow-white.

"Cough cough."

Aihara withdrew his gaze.

Xiangsi coldly watched all of this, casually picked up a banana, peeled it, and took a vicious bite.

Although she was a kind fox spirit.

But a vixen is a vixen!
Hehehe!
Longing makes faces wildly in my heart.

When Jiang Wanwu raised her head.

Xiangsi gave another sweet smile: "Sister, you are so beautiful."

"Thank you." Jiang Wanwu smiled slightly: "Xiao Si is very pretty too."

Xiangsi is very sensible and would never deliberately cause trouble. Since she is a woman who is good to her brother, he can naturally gain initial recognition from her.

But I want her to willingly call me sister-in-law.

Hehe, I still have to pass many of her tests!

"Come over for dinner after you're discharged from the hospital."

Jiang Wanwu extended the invitation again: "My mother really wants to meet you and has been urging me for a long time. If I hadn't stopped her, she probably would have come in person long ago. I was thinking that you two are both socially awkward and might not be very good at dealing with elders."

This sentence is true.

Both Xiangyuan and Xiangsi are actually not good at socializing, especially in wealthy families like the Jiang family, which makes them feel somewhat alienated.

Although everyone is now a long-lived species.

However, their family backgrounds and life experiences are vastly different.

Their perceptions and experiences are also vastly different.

They don't really want to cause trouble for others.

They are even less willing to be looked down upon.

"And I heard that your lease is expiring. Things haven't been peaceful in Qingdao lately, and my mother wants you to move next door to us. That's the Deep Blue Alliance's family quarters, and security is very tight. Many combat units, including their families, live there too."

Jiang Wanwu personally peeled two pears and handed them to them, asking sincerely, "What do you think?"

Aihara took the peeled pear.

Then he turned to look at his younger sister.

This is the olive branch from the Jiang family.

If Xiao Si is unwilling, then he will find another way.

"Okay."

Xiangsi sensibly accepted the pear the woman offered, revealing a sweet smile and dimples: "Thank you, sister."

My sister-in-law is so sensible, I've fallen in love with her.

"Then it's settled."

Jiang Wanwu revealed a satisfied smile.

Foolish Jiang Youqing.

She wants to steal my man.

You're a full ten thousand years too early!
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Seven hundred kilometers away, in Shanghai.

It was early autumn, and the mountains and fields were covered with deep red fallen leaves. Jiuge University was hidden in the mountains, isolated from the world.

This place is nominally a private university, and from the outside, apart from being quite wealthy, it is not considered a top-tier university. However, it is actually the Central True Academy established by the nine top families of Jiuge, and its status is equivalent to Jerusalem for the immortal races of the East. It has had countless predecessors over the past thousand years.

Spanning a massive ten million square meters, it covers almost every corner of the mountains, where long-lived species from all over the world come to study and inherit their lineage.

In addition, Jiuge University has established many branch campuses both locally and abroad, spreading its influence far and wide and attracting students from all over the world.

Our academy is equipped with alchemical and dark magic barriers, and the core of the barrier is a special-grade living spirit, like a magical world in a fantasy novel, which mortals cannot see.

To enter the Central True Academy, one must take a light rail train, swipe their special pass to board, pass through an invisible time tunnel, and arrive at the holy land.

Just like our mutual dependence right now.

Ding dong.

The driverless light rail train opens.

Xiangyi, dressed in a suit and tie, got off the bus carrying her suitcase. Behind her, her classmates chatted and laughed. Their team had just completed a high-risk trial mission and returned from a rather ancient alternate dimension, returning with a full load and no injuries to any of them.

At twenty years old, she has ancient blood flowing through her veins and is a member of the Xiang family, one of the nine great families. Although she does not have the aptitude to awaken the Pure Eye, she has extraordinary talent.

Even though he hasn't achieved Grand rank yet, it's a done deal. He already has the reputation of being the Holy Sword in the academy and has gained the approval of the professors.

She is currently ranked at level seven in the college.

The college's ranking system is from one to nine.

One is the lowest.

Nine is the ultimate.

Once this mission is completed, Xiangyi's rating will be promoted to level eight. In this way, according to the family rules, even if she is not a member of the royal family, she can enjoy similar treatment and will no longer need to be a lowly protector.

But as Xiangyi stepped off the platform, her sharp, pretty face suddenly tightened, and her slightly curly short hair swayed in the wind, vaguely obscuring her dazed eyes.

Because there was an old man standing on the platform.

An old man she never wanted to meet in her lifetime.

The students in the expedition team were stunned. The old man gave them an extremely dangerous feeling, especially the insignia on his training uniform, which was a symbol of power.

"Mr. Xiang Lie".

Xiangyi put down her suitcase, ignoring the shocked looks of her classmates, and respectfully knelt before the old man.

But just as her knees were about to hit the ground...

The old man gently raised his hand to support it.

A gentle breeze blew by, and Xiangyi was unable to kneel down.

The old man stood with his hands behind his back and said calmly, "I am not a member of the imperial family. There is no need to perform such a grand ceremony in public. It makes outsiders think that our family is some kind of feudal remnant."

Isn't it?
They silently said to each other in their hearts.

"You haven't done anything wrong, so don't be afraid. I'm not here to punish you, but to inform you of something."

The old man glanced at her: "Last night, the Heavenly Eye detected a member of the royal family who had awakened the Pure Eye on Qin Island. According to the family genealogy, you will become his protector. From today onwards, you no longer need to attend school here; your student status has been revoked."

Professor Mu Bei is currently on Qin Island, where a primordial disaster is suspected to be brewing, and support is urgently needed. Tonight, Xiang Yi and his team will lead an expedition to Qin Island; you should go with them. From now on, your responsibility is to protect that child and bring him back to the family.”

Their faces suddenly lost all color.

Despair was evident in her eyes.

His teammates were also stunned.

Anger, confusion, bewilderment, and incomprehension.

They all felt indignant on behalf of their captain.

However, this is the nature of the Xiang family.

That's the rule.

It was all because of the awakening of a member of the royal family.

The life of mutual dependence is taken away.

Twenty years of effort have been in vain.

Why?
Some people are angry but dare not speak out.

Some people, however, wanted to step forward and speak out against the injustice.

But his companions held him back tightly.

"Are you looking for death?"

The group exchanged glances and spoke in lip-reading.

The sunlight illuminated the platform, but those in the shadows felt a chill and sorrow for their captain's plight.

"Why, don't you want to?"

Xiang Lie said with a smile.

"Don't dare."

They lowered their heads and whispered, "I do."

Xiang Lie scoffed, "Come on, don't treat me like a fool. Everyone knows the Xiang family's rules are outdated, how could we not know? But there's nothing we can do, the rules of our ancestors cannot be violated, so you can only blame yourself for being so useless. If you could be like Jiang Youqing, remembered by those high-ups, then you wouldn't be in this situation."

"Sir, you are right."

They said in a low voice, leaning on each other.

"However, I will also give you a chance. That child's background is not simple, and the family's higher-ups have not yet made a definite decision. But the child's eyes seem to be impure. Therefore, you only need to bring him back to the family safely. As for whether you want to dedicate your life to him, that is your choice."

Xiang Lie said calmly, "After you complete the mission, you can come back and continue your studies, how about that?"

As if she had just escaped death, Xiangyi saw hope for life again. She placed her hand on her chest and whispered, "Thank you, sir, for giving me this opportunity."

Xiang Lie smiled slightly: "But I still have to remind you, remember your own identity. A member of the royal family will always be a member of the royal family. Without those eyes, you will always be a member of the collateral branch."

He turned around and waved his hand.

"Remember not to be impolite. If the elders find out that you dare to disrespect the royal family, you and your lowly parents will be sent to Myanmar for the rest of your lives."

The old man's voice was calm.

But it was like the whisper of the devil.

Creepy.

In fact, the Xiang family may seem to be a family that prioritizes bloodline, but in reality, they value ability above all else.

Because there is only one standard for members of the imperial family.

Awaken your pure vision.

Once you awaken the Pure Eye, you will be a member of the royal family.

Because it's possible to awaken the Pure Eye even when splitting up a family.

This is purely based on luck.

But there is another explanation.

Jing Tong's awakening originates from within.

Only those with a sufficiently resilient and pure heart have even the slightest chance of acquiring that power.

Therefore, in the eyes of the elders of the Xiang family, if you haven't awakened your Pure Eyes, it's because you're not living up to expectations.

I'm sorry.

We cannot disobey the rules set by our ancestors.

"What if the royal family goes against the family's will?"

They asked each other respectfully.

She remained unmoved even when her parents were insulted.

Because her parents had committed a serious crime.

"Just resolutely carry out the family's will, but you yourself must not overstep your bounds. Do you understand what I mean?"

Xiang Lie said without turning his head.

Xiangyi and his teammates all understood.

If the Xiang family and the child's positions conflict, Xiang Yi must resolutely uphold the family's will, while also enduring beatings and scoldings with utmost respect.

It sounds humiliating at first glance.

But this is the best result.

"understood."

They bowed deeply once more.

Her face was hidden in the shadows, so her expression was not visible.

After Xianglie had left the platform, the clan elders emerged from the shade of the trees, all smiles.

"Why was Xiangyi chosen?"

"I guess it's because this child has a grudge against the royal family. Why is he working so hard in his cultivation? What's he up to?"

"He's arrogant and haughty; he needs to be taught a lesson."

"Speaking of which, is that child really his descendant? Could it be that what happened back then was true?"

"Then why didn't you bring him back sooner?"

Xiang Lie paused for a second, then put his hands behind his back and looked at the dim sunset, where the maple trees covering the mountains and fields seemed to be on fire.

"Xiang Chaonan altered the cause and effect back then, just to take that child away, there's no mistake. That child named Xiangyuan should be Xiangze's son. How could someone who survived that disaster be an ordinary person? Becoming that child's protector can only bring benefits to Xiangyi, not harm."

The old man sighed, "Xiangyi is indeed a presumptuous child, but she is also a promising talent. Her grandfather and I had a past relationship, so I decided to help her out. But judging from this situation, I'm afraid she won't be able to seize this opportunity."

(End of this chapter)