115: ask

Currently, the Main Family has temporarily taken control of the entire Zhou Family.

Even if the Great Elder comes out of seclusion, it won't change the situation.

But in this situation, if other Elders were to side with the opposing faction...

Then they, who originally held the advantage, would Face new difficulties.

This was something Lin Tianxiong would not allow.

Especially after chatting with Lin Xi last night, he could feel that his granddaughter didn't want to get involved in the conflict and influence Zhou Luo's decision.

This made him even more vigilant.

So when Lin Zhishou said this, he had to think more deeply.

"Yes, I have already sent someone to call Xi'er's parents. Please sit," Lin Tianxiong said calmly.

Lin Zhishou and Zhou Luo sat on the red sandalwood armchairs on the right.

"Sixth Elder, how has Xin'er been performing under your guidance?"

As soon as they sat down, Lin Tianxiong's voice sounded again.

"Family Head, Third Miss is very diligent and also very talented," Lin Zhishou replied truthfully.

Lin Tianxiong nodded slightly and couldn't help but sigh, "Xin'er's talent is not low. If she hadn't neglected Pill Refining in pursuit of Cultivation in previous years, she would probably be performing even better."

"This Immortal Sect study trip has been very helpful to Third Miss. I believe her future achievements will be very high," Lin Zhishou said seriously.

He had also witnessed Lin Xin's progress, especially after she returned from the Immortal Sect this time; her performance made him very pleased.

If she were to be nurtured further, she would definitely become a pillar of the Family.

"Then, Sixth Elder, do you think Xin'er can become a Second-Order Alchemist?"

At this moment, Lin Tianxiong asked a question with profound meaning.

Lin Zhishou and Zhou Luo's hearts tightened simultaneously.

The former knew that this was the Family Head's reminder to him, telling him not to change his stance because of a single Zhou Luo.

The latter felt that he was simply here to propose marriage, so how did the conversation shift to the Family conflict?

Zhou Luo wasn't interested in the conversation between the two Elders, but it seemed this Family Head was indeed cautious.

"Family Head, I don't know. After all, I'm not a Second-Order Alchemist myself," Lin Zhishou smiled helplessly, diverting the topic.

Just then, a middle-aged man and woman in brocade robes and fine clothes entered from outside.

The man had a ruddy complexion, a large belly, and was full of prosperity.

The woman was dignified and graceful, with a beautiful Face, exuding the charm of a mature woman.

"Father."

The two bowed in greeting.

The man was none other than Lin Tianxiong's eldest son, Lin Xi's Father, Lin Ze, Tenth Elder.

At the same time, he was also the Tenth Elder responsible for managing the Family's logistics.

As soon as he appeared, Zhou Luo stood up accordingly and also bowed to him, saying, "Tenth Elder."

Lin Ze, Tenth Elder looked at him, sized him up, and then said with a smile, "Son-in-law truly is a talented individual."

He had naturally heard about Zhou Luo becoming an Upper-Grade Alchemist.

Thinking of his daughter marrying a future Second-Order Alchemist, this Father was in a great mood.

After they had all sat down.

Only then did Lin Zhishou say, "Tenth Elder, we are here today to discuss the marriage."

Saying this, he lightly waved his sleeve, and spiritual light burst forth.

The originally empty ground was instantly filled with countless items.

Pills, Spirit Stones, Magical Artifacts, etc., everything was there.

"These are my Disciple's betrothal gifts. Please accept them, Tenth Elder," Lin Zhishou said with a smile.

To save his Disciple's Face, he had specially brought out things he had treasured for a long time.

He had originally planned to use these things as betrothal gifts for his eldest grandson.

But out of his affection for his Disciple Zhou Luo, he generously brought them out.

Seeing the betrothal gifts full of sincerity, Lin Ze, Tenth Elder was overjoyed, "Sixth Elder, you are too kind."

While saying that, he moved his right hand slightly and collected all the items into his storage bag.

Accepting them meant agreeing.

Next, the two parties began to discuss the subsequent wedding in front of Lin Tianxiong.

Although it was the wedding of Zhou Luo and Lin Xi.

Such matters were basically discussed by the Elders of both families.

Zhou Luo sat there, listening silently, occasionally expressing his own thoughts.

Ultimately, their wedding was set for five days later.

As for the specific details of the wedding, Lin Ze, Tenth Elder, the Father-in-law, stated that he would have someone take full responsibility and Zhou Luo didn't need to worry.

He was originally the Elder in charge of logistics, and it was his own daughter getting married, so he would definitely make the event very grand.

This saved Zhou Luo a lot of trouble.

As noon approached, Lin Zhishou had intended to take his leave, but Lin Tianxiong kept them, wanting to have a meal with them.

The two did not refuse.

At the dinner table, when Zhou Luo saw the demon beast meat like Blue Phosphorus Shrimp and Snow Spirit Crab, his pupils constricted slightly.

It seemed he had been under the surveillance of this Family Head all along.

However, he didn't know the extent of this surveillance yet.

It seemed he needed to quickly set up some formations in Zhou Garden to prevent others from prying freely.

"Grandfather, today's feast is a bit too lavish," Lin Xi said, sitting beside Lin Tianxiong, blinking her bright eyes and smiling.

"Adding kinship to kinship, it naturally needs to be grand," Lin Tianxiong said.

"Family Head, the number of people in Zhou Garden will definitely increase in the future. May I request a candidate for a steward?" Zhou Luo respectfully asked at the dinner table.

"It's just a steward. Let Ze'er arrange it for you," Lin Tianxiong said indifferently.

Lin Ze, Tenth Elder also chimed in, "Son-in-law, rest assured, I will definitely find you an excellent steward in all aspects."

"Family Head, Tenth Elder, I have actually already decided on the candidate for the steward," Zhou Luo said with a somewhat troubled expression.

If the Main Family arranged the steward, wouldn't he have no privacy at all?

"Oh? Who is it?" Lin Tianxiong asked in confusion.

"He is a friend of mine from before, Xu Changsheng."

Zhou Luo looked at Lin Tianxiong, his expression serious.

A hint of confusion flashed across Lin Tianxiong's Face; he seemed not to remember such a person.

After a long while, he finally recalled the person's identity.

Wasn't that the chess piece he had originally placed in the Great Elder's faction?

Previously, to test Zhou Luo, he had deliberately transferred that person to the new Spirit Mine.

Now it seemed he had gained Zhou Luo's trust, otherwise he wouldn't have been specifically chosen by Zhou Luo as the steward.

Since that was the case, Lin Tianxiong naturally had no reason to refuse.

He casually said, "Alright, I'll send someone to bring him back."

"Thank you, Family Head," Zhou Luo stood up and bowed.

"No need to be so formal," Lin Tianxiong waved his hand.

After lunch, Zhou Luo followed Lin Zhishou to leave.

As they walked out of the Core Area, Lin Zhishou suddenly said, "The Family Head is not at ease with you."

Zhou Luo paused his steps and looked at him, "Master, why do you say that?"

Lin Zhishou stood with his hands behind his back, scanned the surroundings, and only after confirming there was no one else did he say, "Tell me, whose side do you really want to stand on?"

This was a question Lin Zhishou had always wanted to ask.

But the reason he hadn't asked was because he felt guilty.

Because it was he who had pulled him into the storm of this Family conflict in the first place.

So he didn't want to interfere with the other party's decision.

But now that the Main Family had the upper hand, he had to consider his Disciple.

"Master, I don't stand on either side. Anyway, no matter who wins or loses, I won't be affected, right?" Zhou Luo looked at him with a smile.

A relieved smile appeared on Lin Zhishou's aged Face.

"It's good that you think that way."