64: Chapter 64 Foundation Building of the Jiang Family

Su Yang arrived at the main hall.

Everyone rose to salute at the same time; the Su Family members did so out of etiquette, while the Qin Family members did so out of awe for the Immortal Master.

Su Yang looked toward his Father-in-law and mother-in-law and nodded slightly.

"There is no need for such formalities; we are all one Family."

He didn't have much of an opinion on the Qin Family; they were just an ordinary Mortal clan with the common flaws of the secular world.

They feared Cultivators, believing them to be cold, ruthless, and prone to killing without a second thought. At the same time, they wanted to curry favor with them, yearning for that slim, distant chance of Immortal Fate, unaware that such destiny was determined the moment they were born.

Years ago, when Su Yang wanted to marry Qin Jiangmei, the Qin Family agreed without hesitation out of fear of the Cultivator, essentially giving their daughter away like money to ward off disaster.

However, Su Yang had not forced Qin Jiangmei.

When they first met, Qin Jiangmei did not know Su Yang was a Cultivator; only after a long period of contact and developing mutual affection did Su Yang reveal his identity as a Cultivator.

After Qin Jiangmei married Su Yang, whether out of indifference or fear, the Qin Family members never came to the Su Family home to visit her.

Thus, Su Yang's attitude toward the Qin Family was neither one of like nor dislike; although the Qin Family members hadn't visited Qin Jiangmei, they had never caused trouble for the Su Family either.

Had it been one of those foolish secular clans, they would have long since used Su Yang's name as a banner to commit all sorts of misdeeds.

Overall, if the Qin Family needed help, Su Yang was willing to assist for the sake of Qin Jiangmei's Face.

"Worthy son-in-law, it has been a long time. I hope you have been well."

His Father-in-law, Father-in-law, cupped his hands in greeting. Looking at his impossibly young son-in-law, his smile was somewhat unnatural.

After all, he hadn't visited the Su Family in so many years. His grandson had already established himself and started a Family, yet this was the first time they were meeting as grandfather and grandson; it was truly unjustifiable.

But this was also a matter of helplessness.

Qin Han had secured a minor official position in Lanshui County, and the entire Qin Family had moved there with him.

The journey between the two counties was too far, and the Qin Family didn't dare to disturb a Cultivator without permission.

In their understanding, Cultivators were overbearing and had eccentric temperaments.

They thought that with Qin Jiangmei married to Su Yang, the rest of her life would likely be miserable; far from helping the Qin Family, she might not even be able to ensure her own safety.

One must know that being with a ruler is like being with a tiger...

Well, all the thoughts above were just Father-in-law making excuses for himself.

In truth, the Qin Family simply didn't value Qin Jiangmei. They believed she had married an ordinary Cultivator and, since they were powerless to resist, they simply acted as if they didn't have a daughter.

Who could have imagined that Su Yang would quietly establish an Eighth-Rank Qi Refining Family!

That Qin Han could be transferred by the Great Wei to serve as the County Magistrate of Qingyuan County was thanks to the Su Family's favor.

Thus, the Qin Family moved back to Qingyuan County, and they now had to rely on the Su Family's favor.

Father-in-law and the others couldn't have been more embarrassed at this moment.

"Brother-in-law, please have some tea."

It was still Qin Han, the official, who was thick-skinned.

He walked over with a smile, serving tea as if he were completely unaware of the past trivialities between the Qin and Su families.

Su Yang didn't have the arrogance of a Cultivator; he just smiled, took the tea, and had a small sip. "The Qin Family has moved to Qingyuan County?"

"Yes, Qin Han came to Qingyuan to serve as the County Magistrate, so the Qin Family naturally followed."

Father-in-law said with a smile, "I heard the Su Family has developed well over the years, so I came specifically to visit. Jiangmei is truly blessed to be with such an outstanding Immortal Master like you, worthy son-in-law."

"Brother-in-law is still the most impressive, supporting the entire Su Family alone and leaping to become a top-tier clan in Qingyuan County. I admire you!"

Qin Han gave a thumbs-up in praise.

The corners of Su Yang's mouth curled up slightly as he took a shallow sip of tea.

Once these stiff pleasantries were over, the atmosphere in the hall gradually relaxed a bit.

Qin Jiangmei and Su Xuanming also joined the conversation, talking about the Su Family's path of development over the years and the future arrangements for Su Xinyou.

The Qin Family's goal was actually very simple: they wanted to receive the Su Family's care and had come specifically to close the distance between them.

As a secular clan, the Qin Family could only pray for the Su Family's protection if they wanted to fare well in Qingyuan County.

After some conversation, Su Yang agreed to let members of the Qin Family help out at the Drunken Immortal Tower and to allow a group of bright children to study at the Su Clan Academy and the Su Clan Martial Arts Hall.

This simple measure signified that the Qin Family was under the Su Family's protection.

Qin Han's position as the new County Magistrate in the official circles was now completely solidified.

...

After dinner, the Qin Family was seen off.

Beside Su Yang, Qin Jiangmei said softly, "Regarding today's matters, the Qin Family has troubled you, husband."

Su Yang shook his head slightly. "There is no need for such words between us. Besides, it's just a small matter. I also don't want the Qin Family to be bullied in Qingyuan; that would only cause you worry."

Although the Qin Family's attitude toward Qin Jiangmei was mediocre, they had, after all, raised her for over a decade.

Her parents might not have held her in their hearts, but she still remembered the kindness of her upbringing.

If the Qin Family were bullied or even destroyed by other forces because the Su Family refused to protect them, it would certainly leave a knot in her heart, thereby affecting her Dao Heart and cultivation.

Su Yang was willing to help with such simple tasks; until Qin Jiangmei's parents passed away, the Qin Family would remain under the Su Family's protection.

The two strolled through the Su Family estate, enjoying the tranquility of the night and the cool breeze.

Suddenly, a heavy pressure of spiritual power swept through Qingyuan County like a tide, shattering the city's peace!

All the Cultivators suddenly looked up, their gazes simultaneously turning toward the source of the pressure.

Suspicion, shock, and even instinctive trembling flickered alternately in the eyes of many Qi Refining Cultivators.

"This spiritual power..."

Su Yang's expression was grave, and he subconsciously tightened his grip on Qin Jiangmei's hand.

The husband and wife exchanged a look, waves of shock surging in their hearts.

It's a Foundation Establishment Cultivator!

Someone has achieved Foundation Establishment in Qingyuan County!

Buzz!

A blue-white vortex of Spiritual Qi appeared out of thin air, churning the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi for a hundred miles around like a giant whale swallowing the sea. A brilliant pillar of light suddenly broke through the clouds, turning the dark night of Qingyuan into day.

Su Yang and Qin Jiangmei jumped onto the eaves, gazing toward the location of the light pillar.

"It's the Jiang Family!"

Su Yang took a deep breath, suddenly remembering that the Jiang Family Head had a Late Stage Qi Refining Cultivator who had vanished over twenty years ago, leaving all Family affairs to be handled by his son.

Since then, the Jiang Family had kept such a low profile that they were almost forgotten, their reputation and prestige surpassed by the newly risen Su Family.

Many suspected that something might have happened to the Jiang Family Head and that the Jiang Family was intentionally concealing the news to avoid being targeted by rival forces.

But everyone had guessed wrong, and they were off by a wide margin.

The Jiang Family Head was in seclusion, attempting to break through to Foundation Establishment!

Once the Foundation Establishment was successful, the Jiang Family would soar to greatness, becoming the number one Family in Qingyuan. Their reputation and prestige would all return the moment their head achieved Foundation Establishment.

The terrifying fluctuations of spiritual power alarmed all the Cultivators in Qingyuan County.

Xuan Heng and the others rushed out of their rooms, staring toward the Jiang Family's direction in stunned silence.

"Qingyuan County finally has a Foundation Establishment Cultivator presiding over it..." Wei Yan murmured softly.

Su Xuanming said with a grave expression, "A single Family dominating is by no means a good thing. With the Jiang Family becoming the undisputed number one Family in Qingyuan, they will inevitably strike at the industries of other forces, and our Su Family will be the first to bear the brunt!"