41: Never be tempted by beauty

Leading Zhang Qingxiao to the backyard, Immortal Li lowered his voice and said, "The Old Ancestor is waiting for you in the living room. I have other matters to attend to, so I'll be busy now."

With that, without waiting for Zhang Qingxiao to respond, he turned and walked away.

Zhang Qingxiao took a deep breath, slowly entered the living room, and bowed respectfully, saying, "Utility Disciple Zhang Changshou greets Elder Li..."

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Before he could finish speaking, a tremendous pressure suddenly surged towards him.

Immediately, a slightly aged but powerful voice rang in his ears.

"Should I call you Zhang Qingxiao, or Zhang Changshou?"

"There's no need to pretend when you're here with me."

The Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator exuded a powerful Aura, sharply scrutinizing Zhang Qingxiao.

"This junior was reckless. I ask Elder Li not to take offense."

Zhang Qingxiao endured the immense pressure, looked up at the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator, and spoke neither humbly nor arrogantly.

"Not bad!"

"You have some courage."

"Are you willing to join our Li Family and become an Elder of the Li Family?"

The Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator retracted his Aura, nodded slightly at Zhang Qingxiao, and praised him.

"This junior's strength is low, and my talent is mediocre. I don't deserve such high regard from Elder Li."

Zhang Qingxiao never expected the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator to act so unconventionally, immediately asking him to join the Li Family.

He thought too highly of him. If it weren't for the three great Sects — Xiaoyao Sect, Guiyuan Sect, and Wind and Thunder Sect — preparing to attack the Chang Sheng Sect, joining the Li Family would indeed be a good choice.

However, this particular time was very unsuitable, so he could only politely refuse.

"Your Aptitude is indeed ordinary, but you are cautious and prudent in your actions, which suits my taste very well."

"Since you are unwilling to become an Elder of our Li Family, how about I betroth Wanqing to you?"

The Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator had already investigated Zhang Qingxiao's situation and understood most of what he had done.

Although his Cultivation Aptitude was average, he was intelligent, cautious in his actions, and most importantly, persistent. He was a rare promising talent.

In the future, it was not impossible for him to become a Foundation Establishment Cultivator.

In the Cultivation world, having good talent does not necessarily guarantee successful Foundation Establishment.

The most important factors are the Cultivator's Opportunity and perseverance.

The Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator's talent was actually quite ordinary. He only managed to Breakthrough to the Foundation Establishment Stage purely through his dedication to Foundation Establishment and a bit of Opportunity.

If it weren't for damaging his Foundation after Breaking through to the Foundation Establishment Stage, with his dedication to Cultivation, he would definitely not have stopped at the third level of Foundation Establishment.

After thoroughly investigating Zhang Qingxiao's situation, he felt as if he was seeing his past self. This was why he valued Zhang Qingxiao and was willing to meet him in person.

"To be honest, Elder Li, I already have a Dao Companion."

Damn it!

They're really going all out!

As Li Wanqing's graceful figure and pure, beautiful face flashed in his mind, Zhang Qingxiao almost lost control and nodded in agreement to the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator's proposal.

Fortunately, fortunately! He wasn't blinded by beauty and maintained a sliver of rationality throughout.

During this special period, getting too deeply involved with the Li Family could potentially bring him uncontrollable danger.

"It is normal for a Cultivator to have two or three Dao Companions."

"I will not force you on this matter; I will give you time to consider it carefully."

"I also know the purpose of your visit."

"With your intelligence, you've probably guessed my inclination, which is why you dared to come."

"If my Li Family is to join the Xiaoyao Sect, then the Xiaoyao Sect must show its sincerity."

The Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator gave Zhang Qingxiao a meaningful look, expressing his high regard for Zhang Qingxiao before getting to the main topic.

"Thank you very much for your high regard, Elder Li. I will convey your message to the Cultivators of the Xiaoyao Sect."

When the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator revealed his true identity, Zhang Qingxiao already understood that the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator knew about his and Luo Fei's concealment of being Xiaoyao Sect Disciples.

Now, expressing the intention to join the Xiaoyao Sect was basically within his expectations, so there was no surprise or astonishment.

Leaving the Li Family Pill Shop, the heavy burden on Zhang Qingxiao's heart finally lifted.

Through this conversation with the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator, he also learned some internal information about the Chang Sheng Sect.

The Chang Sheng Sect was basically in a precarious situation.

Among the dozen or so living Foundation Establishment Elders, three or four might have already joined the Xiaoyao Sect, Guiyuan Sect, and Wind and Thunder Sect.

These three Sects had not yet attacked the Chang Sheng Sect because they wanted to win over more Chang Sheng Sect Foundation Establishment Elders.

Then, they would take down the Chang Sheng Sect with the smallest possible cost.

In addition, the Guiyuan Sect and the Wind and Thunder Sect wanted to obtain more resources from the Chang Sheng Sect, so they kept delaying.

The Xiaoyao Sect naturally wouldn't let the Guiyuan Sect and the Wind and Thunder Sect drag things out indefinitely. This investigation by the Chang Sheng Sect into the Cultivators from the three Sects who infiltrated the Chang Sheng Sect was an Opportunity.

It was highly likely that the three Sects would jointly attack the Chang Sheng Sect in a short period of time.

Having learned this news, Zhang Qingxiao also made a decision.

He left the market and went directly to Sun Yao's residence.

Although it was late at night, Sun Yao was not resting; he had been waiting for news from Zhang Qingxiao.

Seeing Zhang Qingxiao arrive, he quickly and politely invited him into the room.

"Fellow Daoist Zhang, how is the situation?"

"Is the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator willing to join the Xiaoyao Sect?"

As soon as they entered the room, Sun Yao eagerly asked.

If this succeeded, it would also bring him great benefits.

After conquering the Chang Sheng Sect, even if he couldn't become an Inner Sect Disciple, he could become an elite Disciple of the Outer Sect and obtain more Cultivation resources.

"Whether Elder Li can join the Xiaoyao Sect depends on the sincerity of the Xiaoyao Sect."

"After all, Elder Li is not just one person; it involves the entire Li Family."

Seeing Sun Yao so anxious, Zhang Qingxiao didn't beat around the bush and directly conveyed the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator's message.

"Naturally, I will immediately contact the Sect Elders to personally discuss the detailed matters with Elder Li."

"How much sincerity will that be?"

Sun Yao's breathing suddenly became rapid as he spoke excitedly.

"I can't guarantee whether it will succeed."

"Daoist Sun, Elder Li already knows of your existence. Once you are fully prepared, you can go to the shopkeeper at the Li Family Pill Shop in the market, and he will take you to see Elder Li."

"I'm not too familiar with the Li Family; it was just by chance that I helped them with a small favor, and was fortunate enough to meet Elder Li once..."

When Zhang Qingxiao came to Sun Yao, he had already decided that he would not participate in the negotiations between the Li Family and the Xiaoyao Sect.

Whether they succeeded or what agreement they reached after succeeding had nothing to do with him.

Similarly, if problems arose, they would also have little to do with him.

Before going to see the Li family Foundation Establishment cultivator, he had already made his intentions clear to Sun Yao.

Now, he emphasized it again, believing that Sun Yao would understand his meaning.

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