Longevity: Starting with an infant's innate growth potential

Chapter 221 Willing to Become the Wang Family's Son-in-Law

The day after the Wang family merged with the ancestral flame.

Zhou Ling followed Wang Yu and her daughter to a simple and elegant hall in the Wang family home.

The hall was spacious and decorated in an antique style, simple and dignified.

A stone chair crafted from the finest jade of the third tier, an exquisite and bright crystal beast lamp, and the wisps of medicinal fragrance rising from the incense burner in the corner...

Each one is quite valuable.

"Meet the master!"

"Greetings, senior!"

After Zhou Ling and the other two entered the hall, they bowed to the head of the Wang family, who was seated in the main seat.

"Please sit down, we're all family, no need to be so polite!"

The head of the Wang family smiled and waved his hand dismissively.

The three of them then took their seats on the jade chairs on the left.

Zhou Ling also looked at the Wang family head with great curiosity.

Despite being the head of his family and a Nascent Soul cultivator, Wang Sixian had no airs whatsoever.

This surprised Zhou Ling quite a bit.

Xin'er had told him before that she wasn't comfortable staying at the Wang family's house.

Therefore, he didn't actually have a good impression of the Wang family.

People from such prominent families must be arrogant and haughty.

But the current attitude of the Wang family head is completely different from what he had expected.

"Perhaps it's because Xin'er successfully fused with the Ancestral Flame Seed?"

Zhou Ling had a guess in his mind.

Otherwise, as a rogue disciple, even if he were a Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment cultivator, it would probably not be so easy for him to see Wang Sixian even once in a normal day.

According to Xin'er's introduction over the past two days.

The Wang family now has one Void Refining Ancestor and three Nascent Soul Transformation Elders.

However, they were in seclusion for cultivation and rarely concerned themselves with family affairs.

There were thirteen Nascent Soul cultivators.

The head of the Wang family is now in the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm.

With such strength, the family is already among the top ten in the Qingyang Immortal Realm.

Among the Wang family disciples this time, besides Wang Xin, Wang Qingshang also successfully fused with the Ancestral Flame Seed.

This greatly encouraged the Wang family.

The probability of Zu Yan giving birth to two flames at once is extremely low; it might not happen even once every few hundred years.

And crucially, both flames were successfully fused by the clansmen.

This means that in the future, the family will have two more disciples who will be able to reach the Nascent Soul stage.

It enables the family to continue to prosper.

"This is a century-old rain and mist tea, please try it."

After a maidservant brought over the spirit tea, Wang Sixian said with a smile.

Their tone was completely like that of a family.

Zhou Ling picked up the teacup, took a sip, and the aroma filled the air, invigorating him.

This spiritual tea is much better than the one I had at Qin Zhizheng's place last time.

"Xin'er, Zhou Ling, did you grow up together?"

After taking a sip of the spiritual tea, the Wang family head smiled and asked the two of them.

"Yes, senior, Xin'er and I have known each other since we were children in the academy!"

Seeing that Wang Xin didn't seem inclined to speak, Zhou Ling cupped his hands in reply.

"Zhou Ling, there's no need to be so polite."

"Since you are Xin'er's husband, you are also half a member of our Wang family. You can call me Uncle."

Wang Sixian said this.

His tone was gentle and approachable, making people feel like they were bathed in a spring breeze.

"Yes, Uncle!"

Zhou Ling nodded in agreement.

A Nascent Soul cultivator, who is also the head of the Wang family—it would be wonderful to be able to establish a connection with such a powerful figure.

Then, the head of the Wang family talked to the two about their cultivation.

His attitude was warm and his words were casual, making you feel like you were having a casual chat.

"By the way, Zhou Ling, since you are a rogue cultivator, would you be willing to marry into my Wang family?"

After chatting for a while, the head of the Wang family seemed to feel that the atmosphere was about right, and then spoke up.

Then, he looked at Zhou Ling with an expression of appreciation.

After Wang Xin merged with the Ancestral Flame Seed, he also carefully reviewed Wang Xin's growth records over the years.

It was discovered that Wang Xin was basically hanging out with Zhou Ling.

Then, they carefully examined Zhou Ling's information.

A rogue cultivator, with few resources...

Through his own efforts, he not only entered the Xuan Yuan Dao Academy, but also successfully achieved the Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment in the second year.

Moreover, he entered the Heavenly Crafts Bureau and became a second-rank Heavenly Crafts Guard.

He was extremely satisfied with Zhou Ling's situation.

Moreover, now that Wang Xin has merged with the Ancestral Flame Seed, it is naturally impossible for her to marry outside the family in the future.

That's why he mentioned taking Zhou Ling as a son-in-law of the Wang family.

He believed that with the Wang family's current prestige and resources, Zhou Ling would not refuse.

Moreover, with the support of the Wang family's resources, Zhou Ling will have no problem entering the Nascent Soul stage in the future.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ling was taken aback.

When he got engaged to Xin'er, he never said he would become a son-in-law of the Wang family.

Moreover, he intends to establish his own family in the future.

This was also what his father had always hoped for him.

Indeed, his horizons were broadened greatly after arriving in Qingyang Immortal City and the Wang family.

With the Wang family's strength, it's not easy to become their son-in-law.

But now that I have this advantage, even without relying on the Wang family's resources, my future achievements won't be too bad.

There is no need for him to become a son-in-law of the Wang family.

"Uncle, when Xin'er and I got engaged, it was not stipulated that I would become a son-in-law of the Wang family."

"Moreover, this concerns the family, and I need to go back and discuss it with my parents."

Zhou Ling said this.

As for whether or not to agree, we'll see when the time comes.

Although they wouldn't accept becoming a son-in-law of the Wang family, seeing Xin'er and Wang Yu looking bewildered, they clearly hadn't expected the Wang family head to ask such a question.

Therefore, he didn't want to make any definitive statements right away.

After all, we also have to consider Wang Xin and the others' feelings.

In addition, Wang Xin has just become a seed of the Wang family's transformation into a deity.

Resources will be plentiful in the future.

Next, we need to prepare for foundation building.

Therefore, Zhou Ling did not want this matter to affect Wang Xin's mood.

After all, for a Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment cultivator, one must also maintain a perfect mental and physical state.

"Patriarch, Xin'er has no intention of letting Brother Ling marry into the Wang family!"

At this moment, Wang Xin, who had been silent until now, spoke calmly.

Upon hearing their words, the head of the Wang family was taken aback. It seemed that Zhou Ling still didn't quite understand the benefits of becoming a son-in-law of the Wang family.

However, it's good to go back and discuss it with your family.

Given Zhou Ling's parents' knowledge and experience, they would certainly support Zhou Ling becoming a son-in-law of the Wang family.

Thinking of this, he didn't say much more about it and smiled, "Okay, we can discuss this later."

"In addition, Xin'er's cultivation has also reached the Foundation Establishment level."

"Next, we will establish our foundation in the family's ancestral land!"

"At that time, the family will provide all kinds of resources to ensure that you achieve the Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment!"

The head of the Wang family looked at Wang Xin and said this.

Wang Xin then looked at Wang Yu.

Wang Yu cupped his hands in thanks to the Wang family head and said, "Thank you, family head!"

The Wang family was founded on a sixth-order spiritual vein, and the spiritual energy within the family's ancestral land was extremely abundant.

In addition, there is a strong power of rules.

Those who can enter the ancestral land to cultivate are either cultivators who have made great contributions to the family or those who have reached the Nascent Soul stage.

Therefore, Wang Yu also knew that entering the ancestral land for cultivation was a great honor for a member of the Wang family. "No need to thank me. Since Zu Yan chose Xin'er, then all of this is what Xin'er deserves."

The head of the Wang family took a sip of tea and smiled.

"This time, you and Chang'er fused with the fire seed at the same time."

"The elders in the family also hope that the two of them can compete with each other in the future. Next, let's see who will become the right leader of my Wang family in the future."

"Once you reach the Golden Core stage, your position as the family head will be confirmed!"

The head of the Wang family glanced at Wang Xin and said in a rather expectant tone.

To everyone's surprise, Wang Xin shook her head and said directly, "Patriarch, Xin'er's abilities are limited, and I do not wish to become the head of the Wang family."

"That's alright. You're still young. Just focus on your studies!"

"Moreover, if you want to go far enough in cultivation, becoming the head of the Wang family is a very good path, so you'd better try to compete for it."

Wang Sixian continued.

Although Wang Qingshang is his own daughter, he will not disobey the family's ancestral precepts.

Moreover, the two are in competition, which will benefit both of them.

"But I only want to cultivate and don't want to deal with overly complicated matters."

Wang Xin added.

She had absolutely no interest in interacting with other people.

She had even less interest in the position of head of the Wang family.

If it weren't for her mother sending her to the Wang family to integrate the ancestral flame, she wouldn't have been able to do so.

She was already planning in her heart that after successfully establishing her foundation, she would marry Zhou Ling.

From now on, living a peaceful life with Zhou Ling would be the happiest thing.

The head of the Wang family glanced at Wang Xin, but said nothing more.

He could sense the aura of the Ancestral Flame Seed and knew that the grade of the flame seed within Wang Xin was higher than that of his daughter.

So when it grows up, it might become another Golden Soul Burning Heaven Flame.

As for now, Wang Xin has no interest in the position of family head.

That's just a child's thought; they certainly won't think that way in a few years.

Without saying anything more, he took out a storage ring, and with a gentle flick of his wrist, the storage ring landed in front of Wang Xin.

"Inside are the resources prepared for your foundation building this time."

"One Heavenly Grade Foundation Establishment Pill, and three sets of materials to assist in Heavenly Grade Foundation Establishment."

The head of the Wang family spoke again.

"Thank you, Master!"

Wang Xin didn't stand on ceremony and reached out to take the storage ring.

Although I have no feelings for the Wang family, there's no need to jeopardize their resources.

Despite spending so many years with Zhou Ling, Wang Xin has learned a lot from him.

No wonder my mother insisted on participating in the ancestral flame fusion herself.

The treatment is definitely different.

In addition to the Heavenly Foundation Building Pill, there are also three sets of auxiliary materials.

One is perfect for Aunt Ru!

Wang Xin was pondering this in her heart.

"Now you can focus on preparing for Foundation Establishment within the family."

"As for the studies at Xuan Yuan Dao Academy, after successfully establishing your foundation, you can go to the inner courtyard of Xuan Yuan Dao Academy in Qingyang Immortal City."

"The resources here are far superior to those in Qingyun Immortal City!"

The head of the Wang family then gave Wang Xin further instructions.

"But I don't want to leave Qingyun Immortal City!"

Wang Xin answered without the slightest hesitation.

In her heart, she was Zhou Ling's fiancée, and wherever Zhou Ling was, she would naturally be there too.

If Zhou Ling stays in Qingyun Immortal City, then she naturally needs to stay in Qingyun Immortal City as well.

Seeing Wang Xin's attitude, the head of the Wang family couldn't help but feel a headache. How come this girl and Zhou Ling are the same kind of people?

He could only smile and say, "Prepare for Foundation Establishment first. You can discuss other matters with your mother later."

He knew that Wang Xin hadn't lived in the Wang family since she was a child, so she might not listen to what he said. He decided to let Wang Yu try to persuade her.

Wang Yu and the other two then bowed to the Wang family head and took their leave of the hall.

"Mother, I don't want to stay in the Wang family!"

Back in the small courtyard where the three of them lived, Wang Xin said to Wang Yu.

"Xin'er, now that you have fused with the Ancestral Flame Seed, you will need a lot of resources to achieve the Golden Core and Nascent Soul stages in the future. Staying with the Wang family is the best choice!"

Wang Yu said softly.

"Brother Ling, what do you say?"

Wang Xin always followed Wang Yu's arrangements.

They had some opinions on this and asked Zhou Ling for his opinion.

"Xin'er, it's up to you to decide. If you want to stay in the Wang family, then stay in the Wang family."

"If you don't want to stay in the Wang family, then forget it."

"As for the cultivation resources you need, I will find a way to help you!"

Zhou Ling said with great confidence.

For him, Wang Xin was first and foremost his fiancée, and he was determined to take responsibility for her.

The Wang family members came second.

Although as a seed of the royal family's transformation into a god, he will definitely be able to obtain a lot of resources in the future.

However, Zhou Ling believed that with his current abilities, he could obtain enough cultivation resources for Wang Xin.

Of course, they certainly cannot compare to the Wang family.

But he will do his best to fight for it.

Wang Xin won't have to worry about resources.

Hearing this, Wang Xin looked at Zhou Ling with a smile on her face. Her happiness at that moment was beyond words.

"Sigh, you two children, Foundation Establishment is alright, it doesn't require many resources, but to condense the Golden Core and achieve Nascent Soul, you'll need a lot of resources."

“Look at the senior brothers after they left the academy. They either joined the Dao Alliance or joined large families to participate in the expansion of the realm.”

"Only in this way can we obtain the resources needed to reach the Core Formation stage!"

Wang Yu also said with a smile.

She was also very pleased with Zhou Ling's ambition.

Of course, she also believes that with Zhou Ling's current abilities, he will be able to take good care of his daughter in the future.

However, forming a core and achieving the Nascent Soul stage is not so easy.

However, he didn't intend to argue with them any further and continued, "Xin'er will stay with the Wang family for now. We can discuss other matters after she successfully establishes her foundation."

Putting everything else aside, the most important thing now is to ensure that my daughter successfully achieves the Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment.

If you can achieve the Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment, everything else will be easier.

As for whether Zhou Ling should marry into the Wang family, she had no objection.

In her opinion, given Xin'er's personality, she would definitely not be able to become the head of the Wang family.

After Wang Qingshang becomes the head of the family, she can marry Zhou Ling.

"Xin'er, when do you plan to establish your foundation?"

Zhou Ling asked.

Soon, the Heavenly Guards of the Heavenly Crafts Bureau in Qingyun Immortal City will begin their assessment.

He had already signed up, so naturally he couldn't stay at the Wang family's house for too long.

But he didn't want to miss the moment when Wang Xin was building her foundation.

"You need to be fully prepared if you want to achieve the Heavenly Rank Foundation Establishment."

"Therefore, I want to let Xin'er go into the ancestral land for a period of seclusion. Once her condition is at its best, she can begin the Foundation Establishment process!"

Wang Yu said.

Zhou Ling nodded. In this situation, they could only return to Qingyun Immortal City first.

Let's see how it goes after the Tiangong Division's assessment is completed!
He then cupped his hands towards the two and said, "Wang Yu, Xin'er, I'll head back to Qingyun Immortal City now."

"The Heavenly Guardian assessment at the Heavenly Crafts Bureau is about to begin in about twenty days. I'll go and prepare."

"Okay, then you go back first!"

"I've had someone buy you the ticket for the teleportation array!"

Wang Yu nodded.

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Aunt Wang!"

Zhou Ling replied.

He wasn't familiar with Qingyang Immortal City and didn't want to waste his time there.

(End of this chapter)