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"Grandma, I do have something to discuss with you, it's about the future of the Shui family."
"oh?!"
The old woman was clearly taken aback, and the others around her also showed strange expressions.
Since everyone present was one of her own, Shui Lanxin didn't hold back and shared her thoughts.
"Emperor Xueye actually bestowed a marquis title upon him. I never imagined that the little fellow you brought back back with you, Xin'er, would have grown so outstanding. Time really flies!"
The old woman sighed softly, her words filled with emotion.
A marquis with real power—this is an honor that even the Shui family has never received.
"So, Lanxin, you want us to depend on him?"
A middle-aged man sitting at the lower end of the table spoke slowly.
“That’s right!” Shui Lanxin nodded without hesitation. “Xiao Chuan has a close relationship with His Majesty Dugu and has also done a great favor for the Ye family. Now that he has obtained a title and territory, he will soon be able to grow into a force that is no less powerful than other forces. I don’t think the elders would object to this.”
Everyone present nodded silently.
With the support of a titled Douluo and the Ye family, as well as the money-making tools of elixirs and special soul tools, development only takes time.
"Even so, we don't need to rely on him, do we? After all, that kid comes from Tianshui Academy. With that connection, we can continue to cooperate, right?"
Another elder shared his opinion.
Shui Lanxin spoke calmly, "That may be true, but what if this favor is exhausted? Besides, during this time, the family has made a lot of money thanks to Xiao Chuan's pills, and my strength has also improved. We can already say that we are even."
"But after all, he has only just become a marquis. If we really want to rely on other forces, why not choose the more powerful Heaven Dou Empire or the Spirit Hall?"
"Nonsense, you know the Empire and the Spirit Hall are at odds, are you planning to go and be cannon fodder?"
Before Shui Lanxin could even respond, another hot-tempered old man preemptively retorted.
"Alright, everyone, quiet down!"
The elderly woman at the head of the group tapped her cane, and the previously noisy council hall fell silent instantly. Then she turned to look at Shui Lanxin with a smile.
"Xin'er, tell me your reasons!"
“Grandma, Xiao Chuan’s territory is in dire need of rebuilding. If we attach ourselves to him now, we will undoubtedly be among the first to do so, and our status and level of trust will be far beyond what later generations can match.”
"Of course, the most important thing is that Xiao Chuan's talent is too strong. He will definitely become a titled Douluo in the future. Relying on such a power will be absolutely beneficial to the family."
Shui Lanxin paused for a moment, then continued, "Grandma, as you know, the Heaven Dou Empire and the Spirit Hall are both openly and secretly trying to win over our major elemental academies. The Spirit Hall has already begun to show its ambitions in this Elite Tournament. Perhaps in a few years, the entire continent will fall into chaos, and we will not be able to remain unaffected!"
The old woman looked thoughtful, then sighed softly.
“Even if it’s as you said, Xin’er, the family will still be drawn into the conflict. Rather than choosing a newly emerging noble family, it would be better to choose the Empire or the Spirit Hall.”
The Shui family lacked the foundation to wield the same influence as the three upper sects, and was forced to compromise.
Seeing that even her own grandmother lacked confidence, Shui Lanxin didn't speak, but instead used telepathy.
The old woman's cloudy eyes suddenly brightened, and her face showed shock. "Xin'er, you're not joking, are you?"
Shui Lanxin shook her head. "Of course not."
"If that's the case..."
The old woman fell into thought, and after a moment, a resolute determination emerged from her.
“I support Xin’er’s idea. We can rely on him. After all, the family’s pill business originated from that young man. Giving up would be a loss for the family. What are the opinions of the others?”
The group exchanged glances, each with their own thoughts.
You make the decisions directly, so what can these people do if they have objections?
Seemingly sensing the elders' thoughts, Shui Lanxin added softly, "Elders, there's no need to worry. Xiao Chuan even shared the soul bones he won in the Elite Tournament with Bing'er and Yue'er, which is enough to prove that he's very generous to his own people. If the family doesn't want to become a sacrifice in the struggle between the Empire and the Spirit Hall, this may be the only way out!"
"We agree as well!"
In the end, all the elders of the Shui family had no choice but to agree.
……
The Shui family's decision was clearly something Lin Chuan hadn't anticipated.
Regardless, this is undoubtedly good news. The territory is in dire need of reconstruction, and the Shui family's full assistance is certainly a good thing.
In addition, although the Ye family has few members, they have many talented managers who can be put to good use.
"Indeed, professional tasks should be left to professionals!"
At the Snowfield City Manor, Lin Chuan lay on a rocking chair, basking in the sun while enjoying the food provided by Ye Lingling, living a very leisurely life.
Shui Lanxin, who had just entered the courtyard, rolled her eyes at the sight.
"Ogawa, you really know how to enjoy yourself!"
"Isn't that how all nobles are?"
Lin Chuan was not ashamed, but rather proud.
He now understands the joy of being an aristocrat. You have inexhaustible wealth and resources without having to do almost anything. No wonder so many people aspire to become aristocrats.
It is truly a case of "the rich feasting on meat and wine while the poor freeze to death on the streets."
Upon hearing this, Shui Lanxin's expression immediately turned serious, and she earnestly reminded him, "Xiao Chuan, don't be like some nobles who only know how to indulge in pleasure all day long. Besides, I am supporting you with the whole family. Don't lead us to destruction."
"Don't worry, Dean. Since you trust me so much, I certainly won't lead you into a trap."
Lin Chuan chuckled lightly, his expression unusually serious.
"Once the affairs of the territory have stabilized, I will set off with Yanzi and Lingling. I dare not say that the Shui family will become the number one family in the world in the future, but at least establishing a sect and joining the top three sects will not be a problem. This is my promise to you."
Upon hearing this, Shui Lanxin was briefly shocked, but her eyes softened inexplicably.
"I've remembered your words. If we can't achieve this in the future, I won't let you off the hook."
Lin Chuan shrugged nonchalantly, "Heh, why won't you let me go? Fine, I'll make you haunt me for the rest of your life!"
"Pah, you little pervert!"
Shui Lanxin's cheeks flushed, and she softly spat, "Since you have your own plan, I'm relieved. I still have a lot to do, so I'll go and get back to work."
Without waiting for Lin Chuan's response, Shui Lanxin turned and left, her voluptuous figure swaying gracefully.
……
A month passed in the blink of an eye.
With the combined efforts of the Shui and Ye families, Lin Chuan has almost completely taken over the entire territory, and trusted people have been assigned to important positions in all the cities.
Lin Chuan underestimated himself, and also underestimated the appeal of a territory noble to the new generation of Soul Masters.
During this period, many young Soul Masters traveled long distances to join him, which surprised him, but he did not refuse them and accepted them all.
However, before their background is fully investigated, these people cannot get close to the core group.
Now that things are stable in the rear, Lin Chuan naturally won't continue to be leisurely. He hasn't forgotten that there's still the threat of the Clear Sky Sect and Tang San that hasn't been resolved, as well as the war that will affect the entire continent a few years later.
Without sufficient strength to support them, they cannot control their own destiny in this turmoil.
Outside the manor, a carriage was already waiting.
"Dean, Aunt Ye, I'm entrusting Snowfield City to you!"
Lin Chuan stood beside the car and spoke softly to Shui Lanxin and Ye Rong.
"Don't worry, Xiao Chuan. When you come back, you'll see a completely different territory. Don't be too surprised then."
Shui Lanxin, who had already handed over all the affairs of Tianshui Academy to Leng Man, had become the head steward of Xueyuan City, managing the territory together with Ye Rong.
One is the dean of the Soul Master Academy, and the other is the head of the Ye family. They are naturally quite familiar with these matters, and Lin Chuan feels at ease with them around.
Ye Rong smiled and said, "Xiao Chuan, I'll leave my Lingling in your care."
"Don't worry, I'll take good care of Yanzi and Lingling!" Lin Chuan nodded, his tone unusually serious.
Dugu Bo also spoke in a deep voice, "Young Lin, don't worry, with me here, I will absolutely not let anyone destroy your territory at will. But you'd better take good care of Yanyan for me!"
"Then we'll have to trouble you, senior. We'll be back in two or three years at most. Goodbye, everyone!"
Lin Chuan waved to everyone, turned around, boarded the carriage, and slowly drove into the distance.
After the carriage disappeared at the end of the road, Shui Yue'er and Shui Bing'er, who remained behind, showed a touch of sadness, their eyes filled with deep reluctance.
A hand suddenly landed on their shoulder.
Shui Lanxin smiled helplessly and said with some heartache, "Actually, if you can't bear to part with them, you can go with Xiao Chuan and the others."
Shui Yue'er forced a smile and stubbornly shook her head. "No, Aunt Shui, Sister Yan and Lingling went to take the Divine Examination. I don't know how much they will have improved when I see them again."
“You guys…” Shui Lanxin smiled and shook her head, then suddenly took out a jade bottle from her soul tool. “This is what Xiao Chuan asked me to give you before he left. He also left a message telling you to cultivate diligently. When he comes back next time, he will take you to participate in the divine examination. Whether you can gain the gods’ approval depends on your efforts!”
Upon hearing this, the two sisters' eyes lit up.
The two women exchanged a glance, both seeing the determination in each other's eyes.
"Aunt Shui, don't worry, Bing'er and I will definitely work hard and won't fall too far behind Sister Yan and Lingling!"
"Then you two should do your best!"
Shui Lanxin gently patted Shui Bing'er and Shui Yue'er's heads, her gaze exceptionally tender.
If you want to stand next to Lin Chuan...