Protect Our Clan Leader

Chapter 551: Chapter 36: Shou Zhe’s Counterattack_1

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Afterward, aside from the gradual changes in Wang Zong’an’s bloodline, it was as if nothing had happened.

He was still dutifully performing the tasks of an ordinary disciple every day, cultivating at his scheduled time. Only in his spare time, he managed to buy some extra “Spirit Mushrooms”. With the help of his Fifth Aunt Wang Luo Jing, he knocked together a simple mini cold storage made of Ice Crystal Iron. He rented a Spirit Bird Flying Carriage and flew off to Ping’an Town with this mini cold storage filled with Spirit Mushrooms.

The matter of the Longevity Tree Spirit Seed gradually died down after much commotion, mainly because there was no evidence to prove who had obtained it.

For a long period of time afterward, the ownership of the Longevity Tree Spirit Seed remained a mystery and even made it to the bottom of the “Top Ten Unsolved Mysteries of the Purple Abode Academic Palace”.

Until many years later…

… But, this is a story for another time. Let’s return to the present.

At this moment, tranquility had gradually returned to the Academic Palace. However, in the Southern Six Guards, the previously peaceful situation was disrupted due to a series of new strategies from the Qian family’s business. Below the calm surface, undercurrents began to stir repeatedly.

One day.

The main residence of the Wang family in Ping’an Town.

Within a side hall used specifically for hosting guests, a plump and prosperous-looking man, Old Qian Xuean, the former Manager of the Qian family’s business, was currently complaining bitterly to Wang Shouzhe: “Brother Shouzhe, you know how much profit I, Qian Xuean, have created for the family over the years through my hard work. But look at what happened in the end! That twenty-something brat stepped in and kicked me out. Ah, it’s hard to be a concubine’s son, especially a direct line son at that. Nobody respects me and I’m in such a low position!”

“Brother Qian, don’t be upset,” Wang Shouzhe offered him a cup of Spiritual Tea with a smile, “You’ve worked hard for the Qian family for decades. Take this opportunity to rest and relax, go out and enjoy yourself. If you’re short on funds, I can help you out.”

“I have more than enough~” Qian Xuean hurriedly half-rose from his seat, lightly touching the teacup in respect to Wang Shouzhe, “I previously purchased a house in the Hundred Islands Guard. It has serene surroundings and I can fish there every day. Right, I’ve been using that fishing rod you gave me, the Luya Rod, and it’s really interesting.”

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After a pause, he sighed: “Shouzhe, to be honest, I just can’t accept it. That kid is barely grown up, but he wants to take control of the business in the Southern Six Guards. Who knows what mistakes he’ll make. Your Wang family and the In-laws Alliance might…”

“Brother Qian, as far as business partners in the Qian family business go, I only recognize you,” Wang Shouzhe casually replied with a smile, “Don’t worry, rest and focus more on your cultivation. With your talent, you should be striving for the Heavenly Human Realm, right? We’ve got a long future ahead of us. He’s just a young kid. I will take revenge for you.”

Qian Xuean’s bloodline talent was not poor, otherwise he would not have come this far, even as a concubine’s son and a direct line descendant at that.

With the “resources” currently in his hands, he still had the opportunity to strive for the Heavenly Human Realm.

“With your words, Brother Shouzhe, I’m reassured,” Qian Xuean was overjoyed.

He specifically made this trip to the Wang family, waiting for these words.

It was abundantly clear, Wang Shouzhe was a man who respected old relationships. The friendship they forged during their humble beginnings played a decisive role at this moment.

“Young Qian Xuerui has probably not experienced how formidable you, Brother Shouzhe, can be.” When he recalled Qian Xuerui, he couldn’t help but give a cold chuckle, “In this case, I can ‘help’ him gain some momentum. You know what they say, the higher you climb, the harder you fall. This time, he is going to lose face for the family.”

After exchanging a few more words and reminiscing about their old times, Wang Shouzhe arranged for Qian Xuean to be accommodated in a guest mansion.

Not long after, a middle-aged man, elegantly dressed and composed, arrived under the guidance of a handmaid.

He was crowned with a Jade Crown, radiating a magnificent aura. His appearance and temperament were excellent, though slightly inferior to Wang Shouzhe.

Following behind him was an imposing young man in his late teens.

The vigor within this young man was reserved, and his cultivation was extraordinary. Between his brows, he bore a slight resemblance to Wang Shouzhe.

“Xiuwu pays his respects to Uncle,” the striking young man advanced respectfully, his eyes full of admiration and reverence for Wang Shouzhe.

These two men were naturally the current Clan Leader of the Chen Clan of Donggang, Chen Fangjie, and the Young Clan Leader, Chen Xiuwu.

After their greetings, the maid replaced the previous tea with new tea and melons.

“Xiuwu, it seems you have been very dedicated to your cultivation recently. You have reached the peak of the Vital Energy Refining Realm Level Eight,” Wang Shouzhe looked at Chen Xiuwu approvingly and praised him, “Keep working hard to step into the Spirit Platform Realm before the age of twenty-five.”

“Thank you for your praise, Uncle.” Chen Xiuwu’s heart thrilled with excitement at the compliment.

His uncle had always been his idol since childhood.

The current Chen Clan was not what it used to be. At present, the clan had eight cultivators in the Spirit Platform Realm, which included Wang Shouzhe’s direct line sister, Wang Luoyi, and brother-in-law, Chen Fangjie.

As the Young Clan Leader of the Chen Clan, resources for Chen Xiuwu’s cultivation had always been plentiful. His current pace of advancing his cultivation had already surpassed that of most Young Clan Leaders from other 7th-rank Aristocratic Families.

“Shouzhe, this time the Qian family has provoked us, wanting to raise the commission for consignment goods from 20% to 50%. What’s your take on this?” Chen Fangjie looked somewhat worried behind his dignified brow.