Chapter 72: Xu Mingwei's Growth

"Father, is this really your thinking?" Xu Mingwei looked at Xu Chuan with a face full of surprise.

Xu Chuan nodded slightly.

"Why? That day, the Yang family was truly going too far!"

"Ahyuan, you tell your elder brother. If he still can't understand, then let him yield the family head position."

Xu Mingwei looked at Xu Mingyuan. Xu Mingyuan said, "Elder Brother, the Yang family acts arrogantly because they've never taken our Xu family seriously.

Just like when you accidentally step on an ant, would you care?

In these years, wouldn't the number of ordinary commoners who died because of the five great families in Qingjiang be small?

As for recruiting talent, our Xu family is also doing this. The difference is we recruit ordinary commoners, while the Yang family wanted to directly poach people from our Xu family.

The Yang family thinks they're high and mighty, believing we should be like those commoners, grateful and indebted. But they misjudged our Xu family's pride and potential.

The Yang family pressured, and our Xu family refused. However, to the Yang family, our Xu family might have resentment, but it absolutely doesn't count as enmity.

Once enmity forms, it would definitely be a fight to the death."

"The Yang family's old family head sent the Yang family's inherited martial arts. Originally I thought it was just compensation, goodwill, but it more clearly expressed his attitude.

He deeply recognized our Xu family's potential. Even if we're not yet a match for his Yang family now, we have hope of matching them in the future. What do you think the situation would be once the Yang family takes an enemy seriously?"

Xu Mingwei seemed to suddenly awaken, saying blankly, "They would no longer care about their reputation or name. They would spare no effort to eliminate our Xu family as thoroughly as possible."

"So, the Yang family's old family head wasn't just showing goodwill but also warning us. It's best if the two families can get along well. If not, the next best thing is non-interference."

Xu Chuan said calmly, "Anyone who can become an aristocratic family head, how could they be mediocre? Shitou, you have a long road ahead."

"Of course, our Xu family is different from ordinary aristocratic families."

"No matter how highly the Yang family estimates us, they won't guess that we have no intention of competing with them. Our Xu family's path has always been directly pointing to the immortal path.

We just need to do our own thing well. As time passes, the likes of the Yang family and Chang family will naturally prostrate themselves at our feet."

Xu Mingwei sighed deeply, his face showing shame, "Father, I've failed your teachings. This family head position should be given to Ahyuan."

Xu Mingyuan waved his hands repeatedly, "No, Elder Brother, I have to manage the family business on one hand and cultivate martial arts on the other. I have no time to also shoulder the family head's responsibilities."

"Just behave yourself for now. You're not foolish, just lacking in experience." Xu Chuan patted his shoulder, "From now on, remember to think and consider more. Don't be swayed by emotions.

Remember, as the Xu family head, you don't just represent yourself personally. Behind you are your brothers and sisters, your wife and children, and over a thousand Xu family servants.

Once you make the wrong decision, it could bring catastrophic disaster to the entire family."

After a pause, Xu Chuan continued, "As for the family head position, we'll discuss it again once you've cultivated a suitable successor."

"Yes, Father." Xu Mingwei nodded heavily, "Shitou will definitely not be so impulsive again!"

Thinking that his own actions could have caused enmity between the Xu and Yang families, leading to the Xu family's downfall and family ruin, his heart filled with fear.

Suddenly, he felt a chill rise from his tailbone straight to his crown, as if icy water had been poured over his head.

If things had really reached that point, even a hundred deaths couldn't redeem his sin. Even if he exterminated the entire Yang clan, it would be useless.

"This time can also serve as a warning for you." Xu Chuan added, "Of course, martial foundation remains our Xu family's top priority at present."

"Father, we understand." Xu Mingwei nodded, "Originally, after I complete cultivating the 'Innate Five Elements Creation Art' to perfection, I planned to switch to the immortal path like Father. But this trip made me deeply understand the importance of strength.

After this, I want to cultivate the grandmaster chapter of the 'Innate Dragon Elephant Art.' Once I reach grandmaster perfection, then I'll switch to the immortal path."

"Pursuing both immortal and martial paths, this child wants to be the strongest among the same realm!"

Xu Chuan's pupils contracted. After pondering briefly, he raised his eyes to look at Xu Mingwei. Seeing the determination in his eyes, he nodded, "Since that's the case, Father will research grandmaster medicinal diet as soon as possible to assist you."

"Thank you, Father."

If it were before, Xu Mingwei would definitely have followed the path Xu Chuan chose for him, after completing spiritual roots and purifying them to true spiritual roots, he would switch to the immortal path but experiencing this trip to the commandery capital allowed him to forge his own path.

Pursuing both immortal and martial paths, even if only feasible below the Foundation Establishment stage but if Xu Mingwei reached perfection in both paths, he would be nearly invincible in the Qi Refining stage and could even temporarily match Foundation Establishment experts.

As for Foundation Establishment, he could only take it as it comes.

"No need to tell your mother and younger siblings in detail about the Yang family matter. Just say this trip went smoothly. Shitou, you should also tell Ronghua."

"I understand, Father."

A moment later, the two left Xu Chuan's study.

Xu Mingshu heard that Xu Mingwei and the others had returned and immediately wanted to find them to ask about the commandery capital situation.

Originally, she also wanted to go along, but was stopped by Xu Chuan.

Now she blocked them at the Questioning Heart Courtyard entrance.

Roar~

Xu Mingshu riding Little White suddenly jumped out, startling both of them.

"Xueji, you're becoming more and more mischievous!" Xu Mingwei put on a stern face.

"I've scared Elder Brother before too. Did I really frighten you this time?" Xueji stuck out her tongue.

Both Xu Mingwei and Xu Mingyuan came out of Xu Chuan's study preoccupied, which is why they fell for it.

Otherwise, with Xu Mingwei's late innate stage perception, he wouldn't have missed it.

"What do you want from us?" Xu Mingwei changed the subject.

"To ask if your trip went smoothly?"

Xu Mingwei and Xu Mingyuan exchanged glances. Xu Mingwei raised the purple sandalwood box in his hand, "What do you think?"

"Elder Brother is amazing! Our Xu family has one more powerful martial art!" Xu Mingshu's eyes turned, "By the way, Elder Brother, how is the commandery capital? Is it prosperous?

When will you take me there?"

Xu Mingwei said, "Naturally prosperous. The city walls are imposing, the streets broad. All trades and professions are extremely flourishing. Moreover, aristocratic families stand in abundance, unparalleled in the world.

The five great families of Qingjiang would be considered less than small-time players in the commandery capital."

Xu Mingshu's eyes sparkled, "Then when will you next accompany Sister-in-law to her parents' home?"

"Even if we go, we won't take you. Wait until you get Father's permission."

"Always bringing up Father. Elder Brother, you just use Father to pressure me."

Seeing Xu Mingshu somewhat unhappy, Xu Mingyuan quickly changed the topic, looking at the red-gold-eyed white tiger, "Speaking of which, our Little White's eyes are becoming more and more human-like."

"Hehe, Second Brother, Little White is now a demon beast. Its intelligence has naturally grown considerably." Xu Mingshu's words shocked both of them.

"Demon beast?"

Xu Mingshu patted the white tiger, "Little White, call Elder Brother and Second Brother."

Roar~

Xu Mingwei and Xu Mingyuan: ???

"Oh right, Elder Brother and Second Brother can't understand what Little White says."

Both of them were amused.

At the same time, much of their inner gloom dissipated. "Home really is best."

Xu Mingwei and Xu Mingyuan scrutinized the white tiger carefully. They saw its golden pupils sweep sideways like knives, revealing some pride. Its tail curled leisurely like a whip, sweeping across bluestone and stirring up a few sparks.

"How did Little White suddenly become a demon beast? How did we not know?" Xu Mingwei said.

"Father said the fewer people who know, the better."

"Including me and your second brother?"

"Hehe, of course Elder Brother and Second Brother are fine, but you didn't ask. Yunnu and I are with Father almost all day. We have few chances to see you."

"That's not wrong. I'll forgive you this time."

Xu Mingyuan wanted to pat the white tiger's head, but his hand stopped in mid-air, not daring to touch it.

After all, it was a demon beast!

As a result, the white tiger disdainfully looked at him, Second Brother is quite cowardly.

Xu Mingwei felt yearning and also wanted a demon beast white tiger mount. He looked at Xu Mingshu on its back, "With Xueji's such talent, the Yang family wanting her as a daughter-in-law is truly wishful thinking."

"However, who will Father marry Xueji to in the future?"

After a moment, Xu Mingwei continued, "Alright, stop being so smug. Little White's current size is becoming increasingly unsuitable for appearing in the Xu family residence. From now on, have it stay mostly at Jade Cold Pool."

"Understood, Elder Brother." Xueji nodded slightly.