Chapter 638: Chapter 248: Formation Entering the Dantian (Part 3)
Shen Chongming nodded in agreement and said, "We can’t spend too much effort on the matters of Danzhou and the Tribulation Fire Sect."
"Jianan Temple has been destroyed, but the elder who came to the barrier today to drink wine didn’t mention it either."
"Grandfather, should the Shen Family be more proactive now?"
Before this, they all speculated that the Six Major Golden Core Powers of Yangnao Land were deliberately arranged by the Chess Player, and if one of them was destroyed, it would likely draw the Chess Player’s attention.
But now that Jianan Temple has unexpectedly been destroyed, and over a month has passed, the Chess Players still haven’t moved, seeming utterly unconcerned.
This gave Shen Chongming some thoughts.
"Try it first, but don’t overdo it."
"Be decisive when you need to retreat."
Shen Yuan pondered for a moment before speaking.
The thoughts of those in power are hard to fathom, but with Xu Xiu backing them, he believed that even if the Shen Family crossed the line, those True Monarchs would not quietly destroy them.
"In terms of territory, what the Shen Family currently has is enough. When setting goals later, prioritize places with Spirit Ore and Spirit Field."
"Conquering them and acquiring more cultivation resources for the Shen Family is most important."
Shen Wenxing added a sentence.
"Understood,"
Shen Chongming cupped his hands and agreed.
...
In the morning, as the sun rose, two handsome youths slowly walked along the winding path at the mountain’s base.
"Xiuchan, Xiumu, wait for your brother."
From behind came a shout, and the two on the path stopped and turned to look at the newcomer.
"Big brother."
While cupping their hands, Shen Xiuzhuo had already come forward.
"Where are the two of you planning to go?"
Shen Xiuchan and Shen Xiumu exchanged a glance and smiled as they spoke, "We heard that Father plans to send people to attack Yingchuan County where Fushan Country lies in a few days."
"Brother Mu and I intend to find Grandfather and ask for his help to persuade Father to let us join the Clan Soldiers for a bit of experience."
"Is big brother going to the Clan Court?"
Shen Xiumu curiously looked at his older brother.
Shen Xiuzhuo smiled wryly and said, "I truly envy the two of you."
"As cultivators, we should be free to seek vengeance and create a legacy for the family with our swords, expanding our territories and establishing meritorious achievements."
"However, the days at the Clan Court are too dull, and Aunt Li’Er is extremely strict and merciless."
"Big brother!"
Before Shen Xiuzhuo could finish speaking, Shen Xiuchan’s expression changed slightly, and he hurriedly interrupted him.
Shen Xiuzhuo was startled momentarily, then felt a familiar fragrance wafting behind him.
Recognizing the scent, his expression changed slightly, and he turned around, cupped his hands respectfully.
"Greetings, Aunt."
Shen Xiuchan and Shen Xiumu also cupped their hands.
"Aunt."
On the winding path, Shen Li slowly came before the three and looked at Shen Xiuzhuo, saying, "Do you find Aunt too strict and boring?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Xiuzhuo’s heart thumped.
This was being caught badmouthing someone.
He awkwardly smiled, ready to explain, but Shen Li calmly spoke, "Do you know what it means to be the Clan Chief at the Clan Court?"
"Your father intends for you to train at the Clan Court to take over as Clan Chief."
"If you are unwilling, speak up to your father; Aunt won’t make it difficult for you."
When the Clan Court was established, there was no one available in the Shen Family, so Shen Yuan invited Lu Zhiyuan to serve as the first Clan Chief.
Afterward, as Lu Zhiyuan grew older, she temporarily assumed the position of the second Clan Chief.
Shen Chongming also said that starting from the third Clan Chief, each Clan Chief would be the future Patriarch of the Shen Family.
As the eldest legitimate son of the fourth generation of the Shen Family, Shen Xiuzhuo was now of age and needed to experience working in the Clan Court to prepare for taking over the Shen Family later.
Recently, while teaching Shen Xiuzhuo, Shen Li had realized that this little guy wasn’t quite suitable for the position of a Patriarch.
Today, coming to the old residence, she intended to discuss this with Uncle Shen Wenxing or Grandfather Shen Yuan.
"Big brother..."
Hearing the underlying meaning in her words, Shen Xiumu’s expression changed slightly, and he quickly spoke.
But by then, Shen Li had already passed by the three and walked straight towards the residence.
Watching her leave, Shen Xiuzhuo’s expression was somewhat complicated.
"Big brother, you are being foolish!"
Shen Xiumu anxiously said, "It’s a family rule that to become the future head of the Shen Family, one must first train in the position of Clan Chief."
"Only by doing this can the family regulations be enforced, self-discipline be maintained, and better leadership of the Shen Family be achieved."
Shen Xiuzhuo remained silent upon hearing this.
He knew all this well; it’s just that he preferred to do as he pleased, whether traveling with a sword or wandering the world, living as a carefree cultivator, rather than pursuing the Patriarch position.
In recent years, as he grew older, his father, Shen Chongming, had subtly started involving him in some family affairs.
But he was evidently uninterested.
"It seems I am not meant to be the household head."
Shen Xiuzhuo chuckled and shook his head, then headed straight toward the Clan Court.
Backyard of the estate.
When Shen Li arrived at the small courtyard where Shen Wenxing was, Huang Lingxiu was practicing cultivation therein.
"Aunt."
After bowing, Shen Li spoke, "I’ve come to see Uncle Wenxing."
Huang Lingxiu gradually finished her cultivation, then greeted with a smile, "Have a seat first, Li’Er. Your uncle is cultivating and will be done shortly."
Shen Li nodded and took a seat in the courtyard.
Moments later, Shen Wenxing finished his cultivation and arrived at the pavilion.
"Uncle."
Shen Li stood and saluted.
"Sit down,"
Shen Wenxing smiled, pouring her a cup of tea, and they sat facing each other.
"Did something bring you to see your uncle today?"
He understood Shen Li.
With her indifferent nature, she often stayed within the Clan Court to cultivate after assuming the position for years, rarely coming out unless necessary.
