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Chapter 1469: Chapter 1462: The Tang Family’s Cunning Plan

”Yes, it’s truly unfair for Qingyun, but for the rise of the Tang Family, Qingyun, no matter what, must swallow this grievance, this burden must be endured.”

Tang Fengxing sighed deeply and said, ”For so many years, our Tang Family has always been suppressed in the Shu region. No matter how strong Shu may be, can it compare to the vastness of China? If our Shu Tang Family continues to cower in Shu, the outcome will be only one - total annihilation. Now we’ve offended the Lu Family, and Lu Tianxing’s talent is even more terrifying than Lu Tiankuang, far exceeding Lu Tianzhan of the past. If given enough time to grow, our Tang Family wouldn’t be able to stop him even if we mobilized the entire clan’s strength. Therefore, we must forge an alliance with the Mu Family for the sake of establishing ties and expanding our reach beyond Shu, enhancing the influence of our Tang Family.”

Upon hearing Tang Fengxing’s words, Tang Fengyun furrowed his brows slightly and said, ”Brother, is Lu Tianxing really as terrifying as you say?”

”Much more terrifying than I imagined, even Qingyun probably can’t match him. The Lu Family has produced prodigies: seventy-some years ago, they had Lu Tiankuang; twenty-some years ago, Lu Tianzhan; and now, Lu Tianxing. I am reminded of the saying passed down in aristocratic circles: ’To destroy the Lu Family, one must first eliminate their prodigies. Until the Lu Family ceases to produce these prodigious talents, they will never be truly gone.’ Evidently, this saying is not exaggerated. We struck down Lu Tianzhan and nearly extinguished Lu Tiankuang, yet the Lu Family now has another Lu Tianxing. If he does not meet his end, even if we obliterate the Lu Family, it would be for naught. A few decades later, the Lu Family would rise anew.”

”Moreover, you must have heard that Lu Tianzhan single-handedly defeated Liu Ang, killing him. He was able to slay Liu Ang, who was at the Late Stage of Mythical, while he was only at the Middle-stage Mythical. This demonstrates terrifying strength that Qingyun likely cannot surpass. Alas, the Lu Family is indeed formidable. If we had their fortune, we wouldn’t spend our lives huddled in Shu.”

Tang Fengxing sighed deeply, a hint of undeniable envy in his eyes. If the Tang Family had one prodigious talent per generation, we wouldn’t be confined to Shu for a lifetime, afraid to step beyond its borders. An exceptional twenty-some-year-old talent, once successful, would be invincible, unstoppable by any.

Taken aback by Tang Fengxing’s feelings, Tang Fengyun was silent for a long time. No matter how unwilling he felt, he had no choice but to acknowledge the terrifying strength of Lu Tianxing. To kill Liu Ang, who was at the Fake Mythical Late Stage, with power only at the Middle-stage Mythical, represents a gap akin to the distance between heaven and earth, not merely the ends of the earth. Alas, Lu Tianxing managed to kill Liu Ang; this terrifying skill is obvious to anyone.

”Remember this, second brother: those who accomplish great things don’t sweat the small stuff. Qingyun is part of the Tang Family, and he must, no matter what, contribute something to the Tang Family. This marriage alliance with the Mu Family must succeed by all means. Only by leveraging the Mu Family’s strength can we possibly leave Shu and become one of the top families in China, instead of merely a Shu family. Do you understand?” Tang Fengxing took a deep breath and looked solemnly at Tang Fengyun.

This marriage must not encounter any mistakes. As long as Mu Qingxue marries into the Tang Family, our family can use this as a springboard to spread our influence into Beijing, no longer confined to Shu.

”Understood.”

Tang Fengxing nodded and hesitated briefly before saying, ”Brother, what should we do about the Lu Family? We’re teaming up with the Yang Family against them. What if the Lu Family causes trouble for us now? The Ancestor is in seclusion presently; who could stop Lu Tiankuang? Should we invite the Ancestor to emerge from seclusion and oversee the Tang Family?”

”No need.”

Upon hearing Tang Fengyun’s question, Tang Fengxing shook his head and said, ”No need to worry. Lu Tiankuang isn’t foolish. He knows Shu is our territory. We’ve established ourselves here for years, and unless he is entirely confident, he will not dare step into Shu. He understands that he cannot afford to have anything happen to him, especially cannot afford to die. If he died in Shu, the Lu Family would be annihilated the next day. Otherwise, he would have already stormed into Shu twenty-some years ago; he wouldn’t have waited until now and still not come. Thus, Lu Tiankuang will not come to Shu, and we are temporarily safe.”

Hearing Tang Fengxing’s words, Tang Fengyun nodded, deeply inhaling and saying, ”In that case, Brother, I’ll head to Beijing tomorrow to discuss the marriage with the Mu Family. Currently, Mu Qingliu has agreed, and Mr. Mu seems to be on board as well; there shouldn’t be any complications.”

”Very well, go ahead. Remember, be cautious and don’t provoke the Lu Family further; especially refrain from conflicts with Lu Tianxing, understand?” Tang Fengxing solemnly told Tang Fengyun.

With Tang Fengyun’s skills, attempting to provoke Lu Tianxing now would likely result in his death at Lu Tianxing’s hands. He did not believe Lu Tianxing would show mercy when facing Tang Fengxing. He was certain that if Lu Tianxing were stronger, capable of overpowering the Yang Family Ancestor, he would undoubtedly storm into Beijing and eradicate the Yang Family entirely. Such decisive individuals must be guarded against.

”Brother, rest assured, I won’t act without discretion.”

”Better to be cautious. As for Qingyun, I’ll speak to him personally. Mu Qingxue is the Mu Family’s esteemed young lady, well-suited for him. As for feelings, they can be nurtured over time.”

Tang Fengxing sighed deeply once more, remaining silent. He rose from his chair and left the hall. Staring at the blazing sun overhead, he extended his hand towards the sky and clenched it fiercely, determined to see the Tang Family thrive under his leadership. One day, the Tang Family would leave Shu and reign supreme.

Apart from the Yang Family and the Tang Family, discussions were buzzing in various parts of China. Although the opinions varied, they all conveyed the same message: the Lu Family remains the overlord of Jiangnan and must not be provoked. Until Old Sir Lu is gone, the Lu Family must not be touched.

The news that Lu Tianxing single-handedly killed Liu Ang spread quickly, astonishing countless people, and drawing all their attention to Lu Tianxing. In that moment, he entered the sight of every major family, being regarded as a genuine threat, one comparable to Old Sir Lu.

Amid the turbulent currents of China, Lu Tianxing was unaware. Even if he knew, he likely wouldn’t care much; to him, the path is something he must walk on his own – obstacles must simply be crushed.

At this moment, Lu Tianxing was following behind Old Sir Lu, slowly walking towards the backyard of the Lu Family Mansion.

Lu Tianxing walked behind Old Sir Lu, his gaze calm as he surveyed the only intact backyard of the Lu Family Mansion, pondering something in his mind.

Old Sir Lu, too, remained silent, his figure slightly stooped as he trudged forward, a hint of weariness on his face. Today’s events in the Lu Family had completely drained him, both physically and mentally. If not for the inevitable downfall of the Lu Family if he were to leave now, he would have turned away without hesitation.

After an unknown amount of time, Old Sir Lu finally stopped beside a small pond, gazing at the surface of the water gently rippling with the breeze, and sighed softly, ”Tianxing, do you remember this place?”

”I remember, this is where Grandpa and I spoke for the first time.”

Lu Tianxing took a deep breath as he looked at the surroundings, the place where he first set foot into the Lu Family, where Old Sir Lu spoke with him.

”Yes, it hasn’t even been more than a month since last time!”

Old Sir Lu sighed again, turned to look at Lu Tianxing, and said, ”Tianxing, do you blame me?”

Startled by Old Sir Lu’s words, Lu Tianxing paused slightly, then replied calmly, ”Grandpa, I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

Upon hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Old Sir Lu’s body trembled slightly. He looked at Lu Tianxing and spoke again, ”Do you blame me for sparing Hongda’s family?”

”What use is it to blame you? My parents are already dead; blaming you for letting them go won’t change anything, won’t bring my parents back to life. Besides, those who deserve to die are already dead. I don’t want to end up alone in the end.” Lu Tianxing looked at Old Sir Lu, his expression complex.

When he first heard that Old Sir Lu had spared Lu Hongda’s family, he was indeed angry and blamed Old Sir Lu. He even considered seizing an opportunity to annihilate Lu Hongda’s lineage. However, when he saw Old Sir Lu’s expression of pain, his heart softened. He is Lu Tianzhan’s son, but Lu Tianzhan is also Old Sir Lu’s son. Losing a son to another son’s actions, the suffering would not be any less painful for him.

Moreover, even if he wiped out Lu Hongda’s lineage today, from now on, he and the Lu Family might become estranged, even though Old Sir Lu never said anything. After all, the debt of a murdered parent can never truly be settled, but from this point on, Old Sir Lu’s heart might harbor a knot that could not be undone. For Old Sir Lu, Lu Tianxing eventually abandoned the plan to destroy Lu Hongda’s lineage, for no other reason than Old Sir Lu, because Old Sir Lu is his biological grandfather.

Besides, Lu Hongda is already dead, and the people of Lu Hongda’s lineage have had their Dantians destroyed, doomed to live under the watchful eye of the Lu Family for the rest of their lives, never to achieve anything again. Whether they are killed or not has little effect.

However, three incidents make a habit. This act of mercy does not mean there will always be mercy. If Lu Hongda’s lineage continues to act recklessly and seeks trouble, they cannot blame him for being ruthless.

Upon hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Old Sir Lu was slightly taken aback. He initially thought he needed to have a heart-to-heart talk with Lu Tianxing to possibly dissolve his hatred towards Lu Hongda’s lineage, but now it seemed unnecessary. Lu Tianxing was more understanding than he had imagined.