Elder, and Me
Sensing Cai Tong's strange mood, the Wu Family Head's expression froze. He hurriedly tried to explain.
The Wu Family's situation in Raging Flame City was far too awkward. Zheng Yunan and Cai Renfei's marriage was necessary for the family to make a comeback.
Although he'd already discussed this matter with the Cai Family Head, Cai Tong's status in the family was too high. A single word from him could decide whether or not the marriage would go through. Everything was already in place. All that was left was for the world to see. He absolutely couldn't allow Wu Di's existence to ruin the family's future.
"Elder Cai, there's no need to worry about that. Yunan and he were childhood playmates. There's no way they would have any romantic feelings for each other. I can guarantee this with my life."
The Wu Family Head's expression was a bit nervous. Cai Tong sat in his chair, a faint smile in his murky eyes.
"Wenguang, it's not that I don't believe you. But from what I saw just now, it seems they weren't just childhood playmates. "
Wenguang was the Wu Family Head's name. When he heard Elder Cai's words, Wu Wenguang felt a bit conflicted.
Wu Di was his son. Although he was practically invisible in the family, he'd been forced to send his son to Black Ox Town out of fear of the Li Family.
However, Wu Di's existence was no accident. He and the Li Family's young miss had merely been connected by marriage. They didn't have much affection for each other. On the other hand, he and Wu Di's mother had loved each other since childhood. Unfortunately, their statuses were far too different.
Even after her death, he hadn't been able to see her one last time.
In truth, he'd secretly paid close attention to Wu Di. Although he couldn't make him rich and powerful, he could at least ensure his survival in this whirlpool.
Now that Elder Cai was clearly unhappy with Wu Di, he had to make a choice between the future of the family and the son he loved.
"Elder Cai, why don't we watch the clan's grand competition first?"
Unable to make a decision, Wu Wenguang smiled apologetically and changed the topic to the clan's grand competition.
Cai Tong was an ancient freak who'd lived for centuries. If he couldn't see through Wu Wenguang's intentions, he'd have lived for nothing. However, he didn't press the issue. Instead, he calmly nodded and ignored him.
He believed that Wu Wenguang would give him a satisfactory answer in front of his clansmen and family.
Wei Jie silently committed every word to memory. Ye Zichen had warned him repeatedly that Wu Di was his apprentice. He'd come to ensure Wu Di's safety during the competition.
From Cai Tong's tone, it was clear that he didn't like Wu Di. Wei Jie's expression turned serious.
They had already provoked the Axe Gang. If they provoked the Cai Family as well …
While everyone was having their own thoughts, the Wu Family's Grand Competition was proceeding in an orderly manner. With the existence of the Spirit Stele, the Large Competition progressed much faster than expected. Although the strength of the younger generation was not bad, there was not a single dazzling existence that appeared.
Out of all the clansmen who had been tested, the strongest was Wu Hai, the hot topic of the branch family.
Early Entering Immortal.
To be able to become an immortal before the age of thirty was already a top-tier talent. However, if one considered the entire Mortal Great District, or even the Profound Great District, this sort of strength wasn't all that eye-catching.
"Wu Qiang."
When the elder called out Wu Qiang's name, Wu Qiang, who'd long since been itching to try, walked up to the spirit stele with ease.
He pressed his hand against the stele, which flashed with light.
"Mid-stage entering immortality."
Wu Qiang leisurely returned to his previous position after hearing the Elder mention his strength. On his way back, he glanced at Wu Hai a few times, whether intentionally or not.
"Despicable."
Wu Hai clenched his fists. In terms of spiritual energy density, he naturally couldn't compare to the family head's son. He'd always had pills to support his cultivation.
"Even Big Brother Hai lost? I'm afraid we're just here to accompany the crown prince in this competition."
The other Wu Family juniors all chimed in. Of the several dozen remaining Wu Family juniors, not a single one had surpassed the entering immortality stage.
"Alright, after this test, Wu Qiang …."
The elder in front of the spirit tablet was just about to announce the news of Wu Qiang's victory when an indifferent voice rang out from the crowd.
"Elder, me too."
The surrounding Wu Family juniors looked in his direction. When they saw who it was, they froze.
"Isn't that Wu Di? When did he get here? How come I didn't notice?"
"He was sitting with Zheng Yunan just now. You probably didn't notice. But what's he trying to do now? Crown Prince Wu Qiang's victory is already set in stone. Can he surpass the mid-stage entering immortality stage? "
"Does this count as a struggle for heirlooms? Don't forget, Wu Di is also the family head's son."
Someone in the crowd spoke up, but when they heard this, they simply laughed it off. Wu Di probably didn't have the qualifications to participate in the struggle for heirlooms.
The elder who'd been called back frowned. His true identity was that of a member of the Li Family, so he naturally didn't treat Wu Di well. In truth, Wu Di's name was on the list, but he'd just skipped it.
The elder hadn't expected this brat to say it of his own volition. He glowered at Wu Di.
"Name?"
"This junior is Wu Di." Wu Di bowed deeply and politely. The elder nodded indifferently, then snorted. "Do you think you can surpass the mid-stage entering immortality stage?"
"I wouldn't dare, but since this is the clan's grand competition, I have to participate. At the very least, I can see how strong I am compared to the rest of the Wu Family's younger generation!"
Wu Di's reply was neither servile nor overbearing. His attitude stunned quite a few of the Wu Family's younger generation. Perhaps they knew too little about Wu Di. Their impression of him was that he was a timid youth who was unsociable and unsociable. He never conversed with them.
Yet now, despite the elder's pressure, he could speak in such a neutral tone. This was truly remarkable.
"This youth isn't bad."
Wei Jie, who'd been watching the ceremony, took the opportunity to praise him. After all, Ye Zichen had asked Wu Di to be protected. Since Wei Jie was here and knew the Cai Family was plotting against him, he naturally couldn't remain silent.
Praising Wu Di at a critical juncture like this was a slap in Cai Tong's face.
As expected, when Cai Tong heard Wei Jie's praise, his expression darkened, but he said nothing.
"Alright, then come and try."
The elder took a step back. Wu Di took a deep breath, circulated his spiritual energy to his arms, and pressed them against the tablet.
"Do you think he can do it?"
"What if Wu Di really does surpass Wu Qiang?"
"Hmph, so long as I can screw that crown prince, I'll be happy."
The Wu Family's younger generation discussed the matter heatedly. The people by Wu Hai's side frowned.
"Big Brother Hai, what do you think?"
"Who knows? But if he really does surpass the mid-stage human immortal stage, I'd be happy to see that happen."
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