112: The great elder is building his foundation?

The next morning, sunlight fell.

Zhou Luo walked out of the room and happened to meet Lin Yiyi.

Wearing an off-white silk undergarment, she leaned against the door opposite, revealing a large expanse of fair skin and a proud figure.

With a resentful look, she said, "Husband only thinks of Sister Zhiyan and doesn't care about us."

"How could that be?"

Zhou Luo smiled, walked over, and pulled her into his embrace.

"It has to be taken slowly, eventually."

"Then tonight, Husband can only stay with me." Lin Yiyi tilted her head back, her small face full of anticipation.

"Alright, let's go eat breakfast."

Zhou Luo leaned down and kissed her smooth, fair forehead.

...

After breakfast, the Second Elder's people indeed came to Zhou Garden.

"Young Master Zhou, may I ask if you are free now?" the plainly dressed old man respectfully asked.

"Let's go."

Zhou Luo didn't say much and followed the old man towards the Second Elder's manor.

Compared to the Main Family's Core Area, the Second Elder's residence was located in the northeast corner of Zhou Garden, not far from the Main Family.

So, very quickly, he saw the spacious manor.

The manor was built with bluestone bricks, and spiritual talismans were pasted on them, emitting a faint spiritual light.

These were Entry-Level warning talismans, often used to prevent others from sneaking in.

This kind of spiritual talisman was not difficult to refine, and the required Materials were very simple. It was no wonder the other party was so extravagant in pasting them outside.

The Lin Family's Second Elder, Lin Guangxuan, was in charge of the Zhou Family's Talisman Crafting path, managing the distribution of all spiritual talismans in the Zhou Family. His strength and status were second only to the Great Elder.

Since the Great Elder went into seclusion, he has been the head of this faction.

At the same time, he and the deceased Seventh Elder were still blood brothers.

Zhou Luo followed the servant into the manor.

Entering the manor, a spacious courtyard unfolded before his eyes. On both sides of the bluestone paved ground, vibrant flowers and plants swayed.

In the center of the courtyard was a square ancient well, with several pots of blooming flowers placed by the well, emitting a faint fragrance.

An ancient camphor tree stood in the corner of the courtyard, with lush branches and leaves, faintly flashing with spiritual light.

Walking further into the courtyard, an ancient and elegant hall came into view.

The doors of the hall opened, and a faint scent of wood wafted in.

Zhou Luo arrived at the hall and saw an old man sitting in the red sandalwood grand tutor's chair in front.

The old man had a stern, aged face. From him, one could feel a strong sense of authority, especially from his narrowed eyes, which were sharp and deep, like blades.

Compared to the Great Elder's peaceful and indifferent demeanor, Zhou Luo only felt a heavy sense of oppression from the other party.

This sense of oppression seemed innate to the other party; even without deliberately releasing it, it could still affect people.

"Second Elder." Zhou Luo cupped his hands in greeting.

"Mm, sit." Lin Guangxuan responded casually.

Although Zhou Luo was now an Upper-Grade Alchemist and might even become a Second-Order Alchemist in the future.

But this old man still appeared somewhat indifferent.

This was not dissatisfaction with Zhou Luo.

It was just that his nature was inherently like this.

"Which side are you on, exactly?"

Just as Zhou Luo was wondering how the other party would speak.

A voice full of authority suddenly sounded. The extremely direct content made Zhou Luo's body tremble.

He looked up at the other party, a hint of surprise on his face.

"I'm a straightforward person and dislike hypocrisy the most. Just tell me the truth directly."

Lin Guangxuan stared at him, his aged face showing no expression.

He had a straightforward nature and couldn't stand people acting differently in front of others than behind their backs.

So after seeing the Main Family's true colors, he didn't hesitate to side with the Great Elder.

It was just that in planning and fighting, he still lacked some experience.

So he could only watch as Lin Xuanfeng took charge of Zhi'an Hall and the Main Family suppressed their faction.

For Lin Guangxuan, none of this was the most important.

Because he firmly believed that when his own strength was strong enough, all conspiracies and schemes would be meaningless.

So what he needed to do.

Was to win over all the powerful forces in the Zhou Family.

Clearly, Zhou Luo was the first one.

Feeling the sharp gaze, Zhou Luo thought for a moment and still chose to speak truthfully: "Second Elder, I am not on either side."

Lin Guangxuan's eyes darkened as he looked deeply at him: "Fence-sitters will only die more miserably."

"Indeed, but that refers to people who lack strength and waver between sides. If one has strength, they aren't called fence-sitters." Zhou Luo said neither humbly nor arrogantly.

His words were very clear.

He was now completely a third party independent of the two factions. He had the capital to negotiate cooperation with either side or to remain on the sidelines.

If either side wanted to coerce him, they would have to be prepared to pay any price.

Hearing this, Lin Guangxuan suddenly burst into laughter: "Haha, no wonder the Great Elder values you so much. It's interesting, but..."

He stopped laughing and said meaningfully: "Are you really not relying on either side?"

"Second Elder, I am a more practical person and only value benefits." Zhou Luo smiled slightly.

Although he didn't want to participate in the struggle, if one side had a clear advantage, then in order for him to live peacefully in the future, he would naturally side with them without hesitation.

For example, currently, the Main Family clearly controls the Zhou Family.

Then, I'm sorry.

How can a great man remain dejected under others for long?

Great Elder, I also have my own pursuits.

This Fifth Miss.

I'm going to marry her.

"Being driven by interests is normal." Lin Guangxuan didn't mind: "But I need to remind you of one thing: the Great Elder choosing to go into seclusion at this critical juncture is not to escape from this struggle."

His expression was calm, but his words contained enormous information.

Zhou Luo's heart trembled.

Not escaping?

Could it be?

A terrifying guess immediately arose in his heart.

"Some time ago, the Great Elder obtained a batch of Foundation Establishment Materials from somewhere..." Lin Guangxuan didn't continue.

But these words stirred up a thousand waves in Zhou Luo's heart.

Foundation Establishment Materials?

The Great Elder wants to Foundation Establishment?

He was extremely shocked internally.

He completely didn't expect things to develop in this direction.

If the Great Elder truly succeeded in Foundation Establishment, then the Lin Family would likely see a change in the sky.

Looking at Lin Guangxuan's confident and composed expression, Zhou Luo took a deep breath.

I have drifted half my life, regretting only not meeting an enlightened master. If the Great Elder does not abandon me...

This Fifth Miss isn't someone I absolutely must marry.

Just kidding.

As long as the Great Elder truly succeeds in Foundation Establishment, what if the Main Family controls all the combat power?

Moreover, it is said that the Lin Family's Foundation Establishment Old Ancestor has not appeared for over a hundred years, and no one knows if they are dead or not.

Once everyone knows that the Great Elder has succeeded in Foundation Establishment, they will definitely choose to attach themselves.

The advantage the Main Family has accumulated will vanish.

Lin Guangxuan's words made Zhou Luo have to consider carefully.

Of course, the intention to marry Lin Xin will not change.

After all, the Main Family is currently in power.

As for the future, who can say for sure?

In any case, he represented the future of the Lin Family, so neither side would likely do anything to him.

"It seems the Great Elder has hope for a Breakthrough. This is truly a great joy for my Lin Family." Zhou Luo sincerely blessed.

"So you need to think carefully."

After Lin Guangxuan finished speaking, he didn't continue and directly let him leave.