Family Cultivation: Rise of the Wilderness

Chapter 46 Name
Li Xiangming was unaware of Li Xiangqi's thoughts; if he had known, he might have secretly laughed.

Li Qianxiong had always wanted to alleviate the conflict between the two branches, and even support the branch branches to counterbalance the main branch.

However, as the head of the family and the direct descendant, he was deeply affected by the consequences of his actions, so he kept this thought to himself.

Li Xiangming also guessed it through some clues. For example, ten years ago, when the branch rebellion was easily suppressed by the direct branch, Li Qianxiong brought up Li Huinan, which caused the powerful direct branch to compromise.

Furthermore, sending members of the Xiang generation to Qingmiao Academy as instructors was clearly a test of the direct lineage. If the direct lineage did not strongly object, Li Xiangming would probably still be in Qingmiao Academy, and his colleagues would be increasingly more of the Xiang generation.

Li Qianxiong is a shameless person. He can't do anything to the Cheng generation, but he can easily control the Xiang generation. This can be seen from the Changlin branch, where he almost wiped out all the elites of the Xiang generation.

Previously, when he had tricked himself into becoming the deputy head of the accounting department, he hadn't given anyone a position.

When he applied to have Li Qianbai join the Shangji Office, three people came at once.

But why are all three of them cultivators from a branch lineage?
Li Xiangming had to conclude that his family head actually longed for the way of balance, and was also very meticulous and adept at forbearance.

He doesn't say anything, yet he keeps pushing himself to walk on a tightrope between two meridians.

Who knows when they might suddenly raise their banner, with him as their vanguard, and openly support the branch.

We have to guard against it!
Li Xiangming sighed, saying that he understood Li Qianxiong's way of maintaining balance, but he did not want to become a pawn that contradicted the fourth branch of the family, or at least not the smallest one.

So he coaxed Li Xiangqi, saying, "The Inducement Academy can become an important fulcrum for changing the status quo of the Green Seedling Academy, or it can become an ordinary school for promoting education in Changtai Township. Everything is up to you."

"I?"

Li Xiangqi was greatly taken aback, and couldn't think of anything he could do.

"All you need to do is write up a charter in your name regarding your ideas for the Induced Learning Academy."

Li Xiangming said softly.

"But the academy is not what I envisioned."

"It doesn't matter who thought of it; what matters is whether it should have happened in the first place."

I think it's only right. On the battlefield of Nanbin, the branch lineage, with generally lower cultivation levels, undertook the same combat missions as the main lineage. The acquisition of the Danggui Mountain spiritual vein owes a debt to the branch lineage, so the family should ensure you have a better life.”

Li Xiangming looked at Li Xiangqi. Although the other party had not participated in the Nanbin War and could not empathize with it, the branch was a whole. Since he had lived in Danggui Mountain for eight or nine years, he should be very clear about this.

Sure enough, Li Xiangqi clenched his fists. He knew that his path to enlightenment was hopeless, but there were still many children in the branch lineage. Many of them were just as talented as those in the main lineage, but they received far worse treatment.

"I'm afraid that with my current level of cultivation, even if I speak up, it will be of no use."

Li Xiangqi said dejectedly, his words never managed to get the family's attention.

"Don't worry, the Inducement Academy was established at the right time and will benefit both lineages. Neither the patriarch nor the elders will directly oppose it. The only problem is that it shouldn't have come from the mouth of a direct lineage cultivator."

"I think you understand what I mean."

Upon hearing this, Li Xiangqi nodded silently.

If he had brought this up, it would have been nothing more than a common suggestion from a branch cultivator regarding the current state of the Green Seedling Academy.

Even if the clan elders disliked the branch, they wouldn't become unhappy because of it.

If Li Xiangming brings this up, things become sensitive. As a beneficiary of the direct line, why would you want to change the direct line's established strategy against the branch line?

"I understand, I will do as you say."

Li Xiangqi bowed and withdrew.

Watching his disappearing figure, Li Xiangming murmured, "Patriarch, this is all I can do."

Li Xiangqi is only fifteen years old. As the saying goes, children speak without restraint, so even if he says something wrong, he will not be punished.

Li Xiangming, on the other hand, received much attention from his family.

If he gets involved in the conflict between the two factions and shows a tendency to favor the branch, Li Chenglu will definitely blame him, no matter what.

Shaking his head, Li Xiangming dispelled the thought and then entered the Xixiang East City to cultivate in peace.

The key to testing spiritual roots lies in preparation. As the acting head of the department, he naturally wouldn't personally coordinate the relationships involved; that would be enough for Li Xiangqi and Li Tong.

Once everything is ready, he will then make his appearance with the Clear Spirit Lamp.
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An unnamed valley. Beside a winding stream, Geng Shicheng lay on the damp earth, silently gazing at his surroundings.

Blood and fire were everywhere. He tried to get up, but with all his meridians severed, he trembled with pain even from the slightest movement of his fingers.

At this moment, a beautiful woman with extremely charming features walked over gracefully.

Her eyes were like autumn water, shimmering and sparkling, seemingly holding a myriad of emotions, and also seeming to be able to see into people's hearts.

Her red lips were slightly upturned, like a cherry just beginning to ripen, tempting to be picked, yet carrying a hint of unspeakable mystery.

"Little one, why are you struggling like this? It breaks my heart to see you like this."

The beautiful woman squatted down, chuckled, and even reached out to pinch Geng Shicheng's cheek.

"Pah, you slut!"

Geng Shicheng, however, launched into a tirade of curses, his eyes filled with hatred.

It was this vicious woman who disguised herself as a delicate and helpless mortal woman, infiltrated the Geng family's ore-transporting team, and betrayed information, leading to the massacre of more than forty members of the Geng family, including four cultivators.

He himself had all his meridians destroyed, making his life worse than death.

"That's not being good. I thought you were pretty."

The beautiful woman stopped smiling and stood up. A young man with a blank expression next to her punched Geng Shicheng without saying a word.

Geng Shicheng groaned, his head bleeding profusely, but his eyes were still filled with hatred as he shouted, "You bitch, you'll die a horrible death!"

The words had barely left his mouth when the taciturn man's fist came down again, followed by a third and a fourth punch.
Geng Shicheng could no longer speak, and the soil, stained with blood, became even more damp.

"Stop playing around, Madam Zhen. If we don't leave now, the Geng family will be here soon."

At this moment, a hunched old man shrouded in a black robe spoke.

Madam Zhen glanced at him: "Ghost King Qi, have you softened your heart? Or have you set your sights on the Geng family?"

Ghost King Qi frowned: "Madam Zhen, you can't speak carelessly. When did I have any contact with the Geng family?"

"Hehe, the Geng family is skilled in controlling ghosts, and you are also an expert in this art. As the saying goes, birds of a feather flock together. Who knows if you two might be kindred spirits and end up hanging out together?"

"Blind Luo said he hasn't seen you for several days."

Upon hearing this, Ghost King Qi's face twitched. He glanced at Blind Luo, who was meditating and resting not far away, and snorted coldly, saying, "I am loyal to the sect leader. Don't even think about using these things to frame me."

Madam Zhen, however, seemed to have heard the biggest joke in the world, and laughed repeatedly.

"Don't pretend to be so proper when you're out in the world. Everyone knows who you, Ghost King Qi, are. Don't worry, we won't tell on you. Now tell me, how much benefit did the Geng family give you?"

"fart!"

Ghost King Qi said angrily, "I also participated in the raid on the Geng family this time."

"Don't get excited, we're just having a casual chat."

Madam Zhen smiled slightly, unconcerned about the furious Ghost King Qi.

"Madam Zhen, your playthings are catching up again. Shall we wait?"

At this moment, Blind Luo suddenly spoke.

"Oh? So fast this time?"

Madam Zhen was somewhat surprised, and said with a subtle smile, "I won't wait anymore. People only hold onto hope when they can't see me. But when the last moment comes, hope turns to despair, and then you can devour me in one go. It's quite interesting to think about."

"Let's go, I had a pretty good time today."

After saying this, Madam Zhen flew away from the valley, followed closely by the dull-witted young man and another unassuming, long-haired boy.

Watching their retreating figures, Ghost King Qi said warily, "Crazy women."

(End of this chapter)