Chapter 237: Chapter 25: Thigh! Target Binglan Ascendant (Seeking Monthly Tickets)_2
Moreover, if he doesn’t agree, those Spirit Platform Realm elders will most likely not let him go.
After all, over the years, most of the family’s resources have been provided to the direct lineage. Only when the direct lineage completes the Celestial Human transition will many resources gradually tilt towards the collateral lineage.
Your direct lineage has been well-fed, while many of our excellent children from collateral lineage endure hardships daily.
How can we let go of such a lucrative opportunity and give up on pursuing it?
"Shouzhe is indeed the Wealth God Child, with just a bit of guidance, he has shown us a path to great riches." Wang Xiaorui finally made up his mind.
Afterward, Wang Xiaorui began to truly consult Wang Shouzhe for advice.
As for Wang Shouzhe, he casually shared with Wang Xiaorui the high-end hotel management concepts he had roughly learned in his previous life.
Wang Xiaorui listened and nodded repeatedly, as if a new world had opened up for him, his eyes lit up with excitement: "We need to come up with a name that sounds impressive. How about Purple Mansion Palace?
Uh... It’s just one word different from Purple Mansion Academy.
Clan Leader Xiaorui, you’re opening up to a new world of thick-skinnedness quite fast?
Indeed, once people are willing to set aside face, their world becomes suddenly bright.
But this is also good, borrowing the fame of Purple Mansion Academy. In this world, people have a keen sensitivity and reverence for the words Purple Mansion.
And so it went.
Wang Shouzhe was pulled by Wang Xiaorui to chat until late at night before he was allowed to go back to sleep.
The next day.
After having breakfast.
Wang Shouzhe and his group went to visit Ancestor Zhubo.
Ancestor Zhubo resided under Lingyun Tower in Heaven-Watching Pavilion, symbolizing the aspiration to look up to the ancestors and constantly motivate oneself.
He was tall, yet his attire was simple and unadorned.
Having ascended to the Celestial Human Realm at an advanced age, his appearance now was that of a dignified elder.
Even though Wang Shouzhe was already a Spirit Platform Realm Cultivator.
When he looked at Ancestor Zhubo, he still felt that the elder’s depths were unfathomable, like a vast ocean, and as towering as a mountain.
Celestial Human Realm Cultivators enjoy a lifespan of four hundred years.
They have long since transcended ordinary mortal bodies, vastly different from normal humans. Even their every move seems to contain boundless fearful power.
Ancestor Zhubo’s first gaze fell upon Ancestor Longyan.
In his deep eyes, there was a trace of heartache, yet even more, there was comfort.
"Wang Longyan greets Ancestor Zhubo." Ancestor Longyan was the first to step forward and pay her respects.
Afterward, Wang Shouzhe and the others also stepped forward to pay their respects.
After greetings and small talk.
Ancestor Zhubo spoke with the younger generations one by one without any hint of superiority, instead being very approachable.
When faced with any cultivation questions, he patiently answered them one by one.
Two hours later.
After Ancestor Zhubo distributed small gifts to each of the younger generations.
Only Wang Shouzhe, Ancestor Xuanfu, Ancestor Longyan, and Patriarch Longzuo Wang Xiaorui remained in the room.
With the speakers all present, the atmosphere instantly became serious.
It was clear that they were now discussing important matters.
Ancestor Longyan gave Wang Shouzhe a meaningful look.
Wang Shouzhe understood and stepped forward to bow: "Ancestor Zhubo, Shouzhe has a matter to consult you about."
"Back when Ancestor was running here and there to support our Ping’an Wang Family, did you discover who was secretly plotting against our Wang Family?"
Ancestor Zhubo’s expression also became deeply serious: "According to my speculation and inference, the situation most likely involves the hands of a Celestial Human Family behind it. However, it’s hard to say who specifically, as we don’t have evidence."
Ancestor Xuanfu frowned and said: "Shouzhe, when you wiped out the Liu and Zhao Clans, why didn’t you think of capturing a living person to interrogate for information?"
"Ancestor Xuanfu, the Liu and Zhao Clans hated us to the core, the testimony might be hard to distinguish between true and false and could disrupt my own judgment." Wang Shouzhe explained, "It’s okay if Ancestor doesn’t know; I’ve been laying out plans for this for years, and it won’t be long before they reveal themselves. By then, it will be clear who the poisonous serpent is."
Ancestor Zhubo solemnly said: "It is because both sides can coexist peacefully now due in large part to their skillful hiding. Once the other side discovers they have been exposed, could they resort to ruthless measures? Shouzhe, I must remind you, Celestial Human Families are not that easy to deal with."
"Especially, Changning Guard has been a Pioneer Guard for nearly several hundred years, and the Huangfu Family and Lei Family each have their own backing. With just our Longzuo Wang Family, we probably don’t have the strength to confront them."
"This is something that Shouzhe has long considered." Wang Shouzhe solemnly replied, "Ancestor Zhubo, rest assured. Shouzhe won’t act casually unless fully prepared."
Actually, Wang Shouzhe will not act casually; if given a chance to delay indefinitely, he would prefer to continue to develop quietly until he can easily push through the Celestial Human Families before making a move.
However, when is life ever that simple?
Even though Wang Shouzhe has taken various measures, laid out plans, constantly hiding his trump cards, and has remained behind the scenes. But as long as the Wang Family develops, sooner or later the hidden hand will grow impatient.
Rather than passively waiting for the other party to make a move unknown to us, it would be better to cast out bait, let the other party take the initiative to expose themselves so we can grasp the initiative.
Now, the Wang Alliance is not to be underestimated. His greatest concern, in fact, is the backstage support of the so-called Celestial Human Families.
Wang Shouzhe has thoroughly investigated the backings of the Huangfu Family and the Lei Family.
This is also why he absolutely had to head north to the Academy this time; the primary reason being Wang Shouzhe also seeks to latch onto a bigger figure for support.
A local power wanting to truly develop needs some reliable backing, like isolated duckweeds lacking foundation.
"Ancestor Zhubo, I have another question." Wang Shouzhe said earnestly, "Forgive Shouzhe for the impudence, when our Longzuo Wang Family was going through the Celestial Human transition, merely relying on our Longzuo Wang Family’s reputation was likely not enough to intimidate the opponents, was it?"
Ancestor Zhubo nodded: "You’re right, at that time I was only a Spirit Platform Realm Late Stage, running to Changning Guard to mediate was certainly not qualified enough. Thus, I first went to the Academy, through connections desperately sought to meet Binglan Ascendant. Though I ultimately could not see Binglan Ascendant, I received a handwritten decree from her!"
"It is with this decree that I and Yuchen rushed around Changning Guard to settle the matter. However, for us to intervene again in Ping’an Town’s matters would be absolutely impossible. Changning Guard’s headquarters would definitely not permit us to interfere freely in local affairs."
As expected!
Wang Shouzhe secretly breathed a sigh of relief; as he had guessed, Binglan Ascendant did not completely ignore Ancestor Longyan’s situation.
This way, the plan to latch onto a bigger figure is a bit more promising.
"This..." Ancestor Longyan’s delicate body trembled with emotion, "Master, Master actually intervened in this matter for me. She, she... Ancestor Zhubo, why didn’t you tell me this back then?"
"Well..." Ancestor Zhubo said helplessly, "This was Binglan Ascendant’s intention, I wouldn’t dare defy it."
Wang Shouzhe understood and comforted: "Ancestor, it’s Binglan Ascendant’s concern for you. She feared that if you knew this matter, it would lead to inner turmoil and add unnecessary worry and guilt."
Upon these words.
Ancestor Longyan couldn’t help but sigh repeatedly.
Subsequently, everyone discussed strengthening ties and future development between the two families.
This was expected; after all, the two families share the same ancestor. Now each has overcome certain difficulties, naturally, collaboration for future planning is necessary.
Today’s Longzuo Wang Family may not be a top Celestial Human Family, but it is a profoundly established old noble family. It brings considerable benefits to the Ping’an Wang Family.
This busy endeavor lasted until the second day.
Only then did Wang Shouzhe have some free time.
Then Wang Shouzhe was immediately grabbed by Wang Lici to fulfill his promise.
In Longzuo County City, whatever Wang Lici wanted to eat, she could have.
Seeing Wang Lici so excited, her eyes shining brightly.
After pondering for a while.
Wang Shouzhe decided to first take Wang Lici to the gambling stone market in the Commandery and reap a big stash; that way they could eat more confidently.
Coming this far, the gambling stone market at each Guardian City is Wang Shouzhe’s recurring agenda. Taking a big haul leaves the market likely unable to recover its Primordial Qi for several years.
Some large gambling stone stalls’ owners will likely end up seriously damaged.
Honestly, without those Spirit Stones.
With Wang Shouzhe’s wealth, he would surely feel a bit uncertain.
Fortunately, this troublesome child is about to go to the Academy to study; the Academy is responsible for the food and lodging of core and direct disciples.
At this thought.
Wang Shouzhe actually felt a sense of ease that comes with removing a heavy burden off his shoulders.
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