Free Web NovelChapter 2058: Chapter 2031: Ji Xingyun’s Words
Saying this, Ji Xingyun took a deep breath and looked at Sima Lingyun with a serious gaze, saying, "During this period, Lingyun, you must do your utmost to enhance your strength, so that you have the power to intimidate others in the future confrontations between the Lu Family and the Tang Family. Otherwise, once all-out war breaks out, given the Lu Family’s style, they absolutely wouldn’t mind unleashing chaos in China. You must have the power to deter other families and keep them from interfering in the clash between the Lu Family and the Tang Family, or else the entire China will be thrown into turmoil, rivers of blood will flow."
"Master, I’ve already thought of this. I also know that my strength is too weak."
Sima Lingyun looked at Ji Xingyun and said solemnly, "That’s why I plan to go into seclusion to thoroughly understand the Four Seasons Sword Technique after Lu Tianxing departs from Beijing. By then, even if I haven’t reached the late stage of mythical, I will be able to deal with martial artists of that level."
"Hm!"
Hearing Sima Lingyun’s words, Ji Xingyun nodded slightly and said, "As long as you understand. In this world, the strong are respected, and only power matters. Otherwise, even if you were the Jade Emperor, no one would look up to you. As the leader of the Yanhuang Group, carrying the heavy responsibility of China’s stability, you must strive to enhance your strength to intimidate those demons and ghosts, so that you can become the true leader of the Yanhuang Group."
By the end, Ji Xingyun’s words had become particularly solemn.
He’s still alive now and perhaps can help Sima Lingyun intimidate those demons and ghosts, but eventually, he will grow old and die. When that day comes, if Sima Lingyun doesn’t have enough strength to intimidate those with ulterior motives, the entire Yanhuang Group will decay again and become a pawn in the hands of Beijing’s noble families.
This is like the emperors of ancient times, who had to control generals with military power at all times because that is power, that is strength. When an emperor cannot control these people, he’s not far from death, and even if he doesn’t die, he will be a puppet.
Similarly, if he indeed dies and Sima Lingyun still doesn’t have enough strength to intimidate those noble families of Beijing, they might not kill him, but they will definitely turn him into a puppet on strings, a marionette completely at their command. Ji Xingyun absolutely believes this and also believes that the noble families of Beijing would indeed do so — turning Sima Lingyun into a puppet to be used for their own purposes.
Listening to these heavy words from his master, Sima Lingyun nodded seriously. He naturally understood the significance of Ji Xingyun’s words. With Ji Xingyun currently overseeing the Yanhuang Group, those coveting it might not dare to act rashly, but once Ji Xingyun passes away, and if he still lacks the power to intimidate these people, he will face only two paths.
Either become a puppet manipulated by the major families, or be wiped out due to some accident, because only with his death would the Yanhuang Group choose a new leader, and the chosen leader would almost certainly be another puppet promoted by the families.
"Lingyun, this is also why I have always told you to remain on good terms with Lu Tianxing."
Ji Xingyun looked at Sima Lingyun and once again slowly began to speak, "Although the Lu Family is arrogant and ruthless, never sparing their enemies, they have one virtue many noble families lack: loyalty and righteousness. If you can become friends with them, once you encounter trouble, they will certainly assist you without reservation."
"Even in the future, after my passing, if you temporarily cannot intimidate those ambitious noble families of Beijing, with Lu Tianxing’s help, it will be much easier to intimidate those families with hidden agendas. More importantly, Lu Tianxing is not the head of the Lu Family and has no desire for power, so you don’t have to worry about him interfering with the Yanhuang Group’s affairs or coveting its influence. You can say he is the best helper you have in your life, even more suitable than Mu Qingchuan to be your friend."
Hearing these words, Sima Lingyun nodded thoughtfully. Ji Xingyun was right. Lu Tianxing has never harbored much ambition or desire for power. Otherwise, following the Lu Family’s rules, someone as gifted as Lu Tianxing would surely be the future head of the Lu Family, not Lu Haoyue.
This clearly shows that Lu Tianxing is not passionate about power and doesn’t even care about it.
Everything Lu Tianxing does now is purely to protect himself and those around him. Without the Heavenly God’s bounty on Bai Zhiqing, Sima Lingyun is almost certain that Lu Tianxing might have stayed in Modu as a contented nobody his whole life. This is evidenced by his return to China over a year ago after leaving the Netherworld Mercenary Corps, with nothing significant happening since.
"Master, Lu Tianxing is in Beijing right now, planning to have a showdown with Tang Qingyun. Should we help him?" Sima Lingyun suddenly said, looking at Ji Xingyun.
"No need to intervene this time."
Ji Xingyun waved his hand and said, "For a fledgling eagle to grow into a mighty eagle soaring through the sky, it must go through the baptism of storm after storm. Otherwise, even if it becomes a mighty eagle, it won’t be able to dominate the skies. You just need to keep an eye on the Yang Family. Remember, no matter what, you must closely watch every move of the Yang Family and never let any suspicious person slip by."
Hearing Ji Xingyun’s instruction, Sima Lingyun furrowed his brows slightly, "Master, are you saying that the Yang Family Ancestor might disregard his reputation and move against Lu Tianxing?"
"That possibility can’t be ruled out."
Ji Xingyun slowly exhaled a breath of air and said, "Although Lu Tianxing’s current strength is formidable, it’s not enough to threaten the Yang Family. However, Lu Tianxing’s potential is terrifying. The Yang Family will never permit Lu Tianxing to continue growing, or else the outcome awaiting the Yang Family is destruction."
"The Yang Family cannot allow this situation to occur, so they will definitely try every means to kill Lu Tianxing. In the Yang Family, the only one capable of instantly killing Lu Tianxing is Yang Fengxing. Although the main actors in this confrontation might be Tang Qingyun and Lu Tianxing, should Tang Qingyun fail to deal with Lu Tianxing, Yang Fengxing is very likely to take action to kill Lu Tianxing. Therefore, during this period, you must keep a watchful eye on every move of the Yang Family. Do not miss any clue, and inform me immediately if there is any news."
