325: Return

Two days later, Qianqiu City appeared in the distance.

The Grand Elder looked at the lone survivor behind him, feeling an inevitable sorrow in his heart. The only one left wasn't even a root of the Wang Family.

Things had come to this, and it was too late for regrets.

For the Wang Family, this battle had to be fought. If they allowed Gan Country to act recklessly on their territory, not only would the Wang Family's prestige be greatly damaged, but it would also attract the attention of those with ulterior motives, such as the Li Family.

In a place like Luan Yun Mountain where people ate people, one could not afford to show even a hint of weakness. Once a flaw was seen, various factions would rush up like hyenas to tear and gnaw.

It was just that the Grand Elder hadn't expected the losses in this battle to be so heavy.

Originally, he had planned to rely on the "Nine Extremes Immortal Slaughtering Formation" to quickly kill the invading enemies and intimidate the various factions, but he hadn't expected it to backfire, resulting in mutual destruction.

No one could have predicted this outcome, and he could only swallow the bitter fruit with tears.

"Sigh..."

The Grand Elder sighed softly, silently lowering his head as he stepped into Qianqiu City.

Those dead Soul Refinement Realm Elders were all his Wang Family juniors and shared a Bloodline with him.

Although he was the Grand Elder with a high status, he was unwilling to face his kin in the clan, and even less so did he know how to explain it.

Xu Sanyan did not have these troubles. He followed the Grand Elder into the Inner city. Along the way, the Wang Family disciples bowed to the Grand Elder, their eyes revealing a sense of inquiry.

They all knew that the Grand Elder had taken people to intercept and kill the invading enemies, but they didn't know why it had turned out like this. More than a dozen people went out, but only two returned?

But hindered by his status as the Grand Elder, no one dared to ask.

Entering the Wang Family residence, the Grand Elder turned to Xu Sanyan and said, "You should go and rest. I will speak to the Clan Chief myself."

"Yes." Xu Sanyan bowed and took his leave, walking towards the Third Madam's courtyard.

Just as he crossed the archway, his footsteps paused slightly. In that instant, one of the Heart Demons in his mind dissipated.

It wasn't one of the Wang Family sisters that had dissipated, but the one belonging to the maid Meng Zhuer, who was far away in the Tongxin Demon Sect. She had died for some unknown reason.

Lacking Xu Sanyan's protection, it was not surprising that she died in such a place.

By now, five Heart Demons had been planted, including those in Xiang Tan, the three Wang Zixuan sisters, and Chang Yulian.

"Oh, Mr. Lin, you're back?" A voice full of surprise interrupted his thoughts. Wang Zixuan excitedly rushed over, carefully checking him up and down to see if he was injured.

Not far behind, the Third Madam stood, watching this scene expressionlessly, a surge of indescribable bitterness bubbling in her heart.

Although this Lin Fan was very outstanding, she still didn't want her daughter to get married. The thought of the daughter she had pampered so much marrying as a wife and being wantonly ravaged by someone made her somewhat unable to accept it.

But this matter was no longer something she could influence. The Family Head had already agreed, and she could not interfere anymore.

"Did it go smoothly?" The Third Madam didn't want to appear too excessive, so she still asked.

Xu Sanyan paused, then slowly shook his head. "Hmm... not very smoothly."

"Oh? How so?" The Third Madam's slender willow eyebrows arched slightly, surprised by his answer.

Xu Sanyan briefly described the course of events, finally saying, "The Grand Elder's injuries are not light; I'm afraid he won't be better anytime soon."

The Third Madam lowered her head in silence, seemingly thinking about something, then said to him, "You go and rest first."

Having said that, she rose and walked towards the inner courtyard.

Wang Zixuan didn't consider those things. She pulled Xu Sanyan into the house, asking with concern, "Mr. Lin, are you okay?"

"I'm fine..." Xu Sanyan shook his head, then immediately changed the subject. "I need a batch of sword-type Magic Treasures. Do you have a way?"

Wang Zixuan subconsciously asked, "How many do you need, Mr. Lin?"

"Forty."

"Hmm... that's a bit much. I'm afraid it will be difficult to gather them in a short time." Wang Zixuan shook her head gently. Although she was the daughter of the Family Head, she had no power in her hands, and it was even harder for her to mobilize the Wang Family's resources.

Forty Magic Treasures was not a small amount. If converted into Spirit Stones, it would take about forty thousand. This was far beyond her ability.

Seeing this, Xu Sanyan said, "I will pay."

"Then that's easy."

Wang Zixuan nodded immediately.

It was easy if there was money. If you had money, would you be afraid you couldn't buy things?

The two entered the room one after another. Wang Zixuan turned and gently closed the door. With a shrug of her shoulders, the thin gauze she was wearing fell, and the light pink dress she wore underneath was extremely thin, her snow-white skin faintly visible.

"Brother~ Did you miss me?"

Wang Zixuan wrapped her arms around his waist, pressing her ear against his chest, listening to his beating heart, her cheeks slowly turning crimson.

Xu Sanyan silently twitched the corner of his mouth. Why did she look even more anxious than him?

Before he could make a move, the sound of a maid's footsteps came from outside. "Young Master Lin, the Family Head invites you to the study."

"Sigh..."

Wang Zixuan picked up the light gauze from the ground and draped it over herself. Her face was a bit sullen, but she was helpless, and could only whisper, "Mr. Lin, go quickly, don't keep Father waiting."

"Hmm." Xu Sanyan pushed the door open and left, following the maid towards the study.

Wang Zixuan clenched her thighs together, complaining in her heart, Father is really something, couldn't he wait a bit...

When Xu Sanyan arrived at the study, he found that quite a few people were gathered there. Besides the Wang Family Head, there were four women, including the Third Madam.

"You're here. Sit."

The Wang Family Head's face was calm, but there was a trace of irritation in his eyes. Losing more than a dozen Soul Refining Elders all at once was a significant blow to the Wang Family, and now there was a shortage of manpower in many places.

Xu Sanyan bowed and sat to the side.

Several women looked at Xu Sanyan; some smiled with goodwill, while others remained cold and silent.

The Wang Family Head did not introduce these women to him, saying directly, "I said before that when you returned, I would betroth Xuan'er to you. Since I have already promised, I cannot go back on my word. Today is to discuss this matter."

"It is all up to the Family Head." Xu Sanyan stood up and bowed.

"Hmm."

The Wang Family Head nodded slightly, pondered for a moment, and said, "More than a dozen Elders were buried at the hands of that demoness on this trip. With the Family in mourning, it is somewhat inappropriate to hold a wedding now. It would be better to delay it for a month or so. What do you think?"

"I will follow the Family Head's arrangements." Xu Sanyan nodded.

"Hmm, there is one more thing. After this trip, many industries lack people to guard them. Although you and Xuan'er are not yet married, you are considered half a member of the Wang Family. I intend to send you to be responsible for all matters in the western part of the Family. Do you have any problems?"

Xu Sanyan raised an eyebrow. He hadn't expected to be able to hold power so quickly?

He hesitated slightly, his tone uncertain. "I am a newcomer, and I am not very clear about many things. If I take over rashly, I'm afraid... it will be easy to make mistakes."

The Wang Family Head shook his head. "It doesn't matter. The west was originally under the jurisdiction of the Fourth Elder. Although he unfortunately passed away, the basic framework is still there. There will be people to assist you. You just need to act according to the rules."

Hearing this, Xu Sanyan no longer refused, bowing. "Yes, thank you, Family Head."

"Hmm, the situation in the west is relatively stable. There are only four families and one Sect. You just need to ensure that there is no trouble there; other things will be handled by others."

Xu Sanyan nodded. He knew that he was just there to serve as a deterrent force.

"Go. Tomorrow, I will have someone find a courtyard for you in the Inner city."

"Yes."

Xu Sanyan bowed and withdrew.