Chapter 6 - Chapter 6: Past Events

As expected by Chi Changye and Gu Yao, when Tian Feirong returned in the middle of the night to report the matter of the Changxian Gate token, the main residence of the Tian family was brightly lit, and no one involved could sleep.

"That old cunning Gu Dongchang is truly detestable!" The head of the Tian family, his eyes filled with fury, raised his hand and threw a tea cup at the ground, shattering it. "That kid Gu Yao has suffered so much, yet he's willing to hand over the token?"
Tian Feirong's father, Tian Qishan, said, "I'm afraid Gu Yao had no choice but to hand over the token to protect himself. Otherwise... Father, in just half a year, it will be time for the Ascension Ceremony."

The head of the Tian family couldn't forget the matter but harbored intense resentment: "Gu Dongchang, that old man, is just like his son Gu Zhiming—both ungrateful scoundrels. Back then, they must have gained many good things from the Feng siblings. Feng Yinting sacrificed herself to save Gu Zhiming, yet how did the Gu family treat Gu Yao?"

The head of the Tian family bitterly despised Gu Yao for enduring such mistreatment from the Gu family and surrendering something so important.

Tian Feirong was not well-informed about the past generation's affairs and asked curiously, "Who are the Feng siblings? How did Gu Yao's uncle get such a valuable thing as the Changxian Gate token?"

Tian Qishan explained, "The details may not be clear even to the Gu family head. Although Feng Yinting's cultivation was not prominent, her brother, Feng Yinhua, was no less skilled than our three ancestral masters. Feng Yinting married into the Gu family after being deceived by Gu Zhiming's appearance. Feng Yinhua stayed in our town for a while, but he left before his nephew was born and never returned. We thought he had met an unfortunate end. The connection between the siblings is strong; otherwise, he might be stranded somewhere unable to return."

"There was another incident back then. In reality, Feng Yinhua's strength was far greater than what he revealed. However, he was injured. When he left, he was intercepted on the road by two Foundation Building cultivators working together. Despite their efforts, Feng Yinhua still escaped." The head of the Tian family, uncomfortable discussing the matter, continued, "It was from that time onwards that the Gu and Lu families grew closer."

Tian Feirong was astonished at the revelation of Gu Yao's formidable uncle. "So, Gu Yao and Lu Minzhu might have an engagement due to this alliance? It seems our family has suffered from their collaboration."

The head of the Tian family speculated, "I think so. Only through marriage can they bind the two families together, especially with one side being Feng Yinhua's nephew. Even if Feng Yinhua returns in the future, out of consideration for this marriage, he might not harbor resentment against the Lu family."

"Now that the Gu family has the Changxian Gate token, what should we do?" Tian Qishan expressed concern.

The head of the Tian family sighed, "We can only wait and see Ruer's situation. She sent a message back recently, preparing to undergo Foundation Building cultivation. If successful, even if the Gu family's youngster enters the Changxian Gate, what can they do? The Gu family wants dominance, so let them wait until their young one builds the foundation in the Changxian Gate before deciding."

"Sister is going to build the foundation?" Tian Qishan was delighted.

The head of the Tian family said, "Originally, we were waiting for the results after her seclusion, so we didn't publicize it at home. Ruer's letter mentioned a 60% chance of success. I hope everything goes smoothly for her. Don't spread this news for now."

With a 60% chance of success, there was still a 40% chance of failure. In the current situation, the head of the Tian family became even more eager for his daughter's foundation building.

"Yes, Father."

"Yes, Grandfather."

"Feirong, since Gu Yao is with you, take care of him. Feng Yinhua's fate is uncertain. When he left resolutely, he might have left something behind. Besides, taking in Gu Yao, who was expelled by the Gu family, will make others think that our Tian family is more upright than the Gu family. It's a bit unpleasant for the Gu family, especially after they joined forces with the Lu family and took a mine from us last time."

"Yes, Grandfather, I understand." Tian Feirong felt triumphant, publicly exposing the intoxicated beauty, taking in Gu Yao mostly because of the Tian family's rivalry with the Gu family, and partly because she found Gu Yao interesting that day.