Easy Way of Cultivation: Power Harvesting

"Of course, I’m on your side, Second Brother, but have you thought about this?

That Wei Fan has no background or origin, once Zhou Cheng Ancestor makes a move, he will have no power to resist.

After he is killed by the Zhou Family, and they turn to choose Zhou Cheng Ancestor, will Feng Hua have a good life after marrying him?

It’s not that I, as the Third Grandfather, don’t care about her, but there is simply no way for her and Wei Fan. If they can be separated, they will both have a good future.

If Big Brother were here, Feng Hua could naturally do whatever she wanted, but now that Big Brother is not here, we two brothers are surrounded by enemies. If a Martial Emperor forcibly snatches her away, who will protect Feng Hua?

By marrying Zhou Cheng Ancestor, not only can she relieve the family’s crisis, but she can also save the life of her beloved. This is the best outcome."

Xuanyuan Tao also spoke a few heartfelt words.

It’s not that he only cares about the interests of the family and ignores the happiness of his great-granddaughter, but there is simply no happiness.

Outsiders don’t know, but as elders of the Xuanyuan Family, they understand that the Xuanyuan Family no longer has anything to awe the world; the Emperor’s Soldier can only be used a few more times.

"To be honest, this kid’s potential is so terrifying that he might achieve the supreme position in the future. I also can’t bear to see him fall. If Feng Hua and he separate, and my Human Race produces a Martial Emperor, it would be a good thing for all living beings."

These are reasons that Xuanyuan Ting naturally understands, but no matter how it’s chosen, it’s not good, and that’s the hardest part to handle.

Rationally speaking, Feng Hua marrying Zhou Cheng Ancestor is the best result, but in doing so, not only would Feng Hua suffer a lifetime of pain, but if Wei Fan becomes an Emperor in the future, both the Xuanyuan Family and the Zhou Family would be destroyed.

Supporting Feng Hua and Wei Fan, there’s a significant chance Wei Fan would perish prematurely.

"Give them a few more years, maybe Big Brother will come back. As long as Big Brother is back and protects Wei Fan, everything wouldn’t be a problem.

With this kid’s extraordinary talent, he might become an emperor in a few years."

Xuanyuan Tao shook his head: "Becoming an emperor in a few years is nearly impossible... But it does give them a chance. This kid is really proud, not seizing this opportunity to connect with Dragon Battle."

...

The Profound Lady Pavilion closed its doors, and Li Jianchen and the others didn’t continue indulging. They led Wei Fan for a while and entered a place called Immortal Food Pavilion.

"Here, you absolutely can’t make a move!"

Li Jianchen warned Wei Fan, because this Immortal Food Pavilion was run by the Mu Family, descendants of the Cyan Emperor, a Martial Emperor Clan.

Of course, almost nobody dares to stir trouble here, nor does any situation like in the Profound Lady Pavilion, where they flatter or step on people, because even if it’s someone from a Martial Emperor Noble Family causing trouble here, the Mu Family fears nothing.

"This is known as the most famous restaurant in the Holy City. It’s no exaggeration to say they have Dragon Liver and Phoenix Marrow, and as long as you can afford spirit crystals, they say you can even taste Demon Emperor’s Flesh."

Wei Fan was somewhat astonished. The foundation of a Martial Emperor Clan is terrifying, having even stored the corpse of a Demon Emperor.

Of course, they didn’t extravagantly order Demon Emperor’s Flesh to satisfy their cravings but just some ordinary Demon Saint Flesh.

"Brother Wei, are you truly the one who has captured the heart of Xuanyuan Family’s Venerable Phoenix Body?"

After sitting down, Lu Shun’an curiously asked Wei Fan questions. There were plenty of rumors outside, but few had actually seen Wei Fan and the Venerable Phoenix Body together.

Wei Fan recalled what Feng Hua said before she left and nodded, acknowledging it. After spending much time together, he knew Feng Hua had long since been captivated by him.

Zhang Ye gave a thumbs up: "Impressive, only Brother Wei’s talents are worthy of the Venerable Phoenix Body. What is Zhou Cheng Ancestor anyway, just relying on his ancestors’ glory."

"Don’t underestimate Zhou Cheng Ancestor. The chosen heir of a Martial Emperor Noble Family might not be as brilliant as Brother Wei, but he is definitely no waste. He’s not as bad as Long Xuan describes."

Lu Shun’an shook his head, his inquiry to Wei Fan was not merely out of curiosity.

"I heard that the Venerable Phoenix Body returned to the Xuanyuan Family, and the Zhou Family came knocking again, not just to force a marriage; what’s more important is Zhou Cheng Ancestor challenging this generation’s heir of the Xuanyuan Family."

"Who won?"

Everyone was curious about the result of a competition between the heirs of a Martial Emperor Noble Family.

Lu Shun’an wore a serious expression: "It’s said that Xuanyuan Hao lost, but as for how long the fight lasted before he lost, it’s always been a mystery. It’s probably a secret known only to the elders of the two families who were there.

It’s said that because Xuanyuan Hao lost, and Zhou Cheng Ancestor exhibited extraordinary talent, more people in the Xuanyuan Family sided with the Zhou Family, forcing the Venerable Phoenix Body to marry Zhou Cheng Ancestor."

Wei Fan was hearing the name Xuanyuan Hao for the first time and didn’t know its significance, but those present were either from the Holy City or lived near it and knew all about Xuanyuan Hao’s achievements.

To hear that Xuanyuan Hao was not as good as Zhou Cheng Ancestor surprised everyone.

"Xuanyuan Hao became a Saint at thirty; theoretically, he should be more brilliant than Zhou Cheng Ancestor. Since he lost, Wang Yuan’s words might be true; Zhou Cheng Ancestor possibly postponed becoming a Saint to cultivate an extraordinary secret technique."

Lu Shun’an nodded: "So Brother Wei must not underestimate Zhou Cheng Ancestor. It’s said that the Zhou Family elders secretly escorted him to Qingzhou to challenge this generation’s heir of the Mu Family.

"I don’t know whether it’s fear or some other reason, but the Mu Family’s heir didn’t agree to the duel."

Challenging the heirs of two major Martial Emperor Families, one was defeated, and the other avoided the fight, this speaks volumes.

Wei Fan felt a bit of pressure, but not much, because others don’t know his secret weapon; he has the Golden Bell Body Protection, unless the Martial Emperor Family sends a Martial Emperor Powerhouse wielding an Emperor’s Soldier to kill him.

But the Emperor’s Soldier is the strongest foundation of the Martial Emperor Family and won’t be used unless absolutely necessary. Without the nourishment of the Martial Emperor, the Martial Emperor Divine Soldier also has a lifespan. For a Saint Realm Powerhouse, no matter how much the Martial Emperor Family values him, they wouldn’t deploy an Emperor’s Soldier for assassination.

"What about the other family? Why didn’t Zhou Cheng Ancestor go to challenge?" Wei Fan asked.

Everyone was stunned for a moment and then reacted, Li Jianchen smiled bitterly: "Do you think that because there are four Divine Cities floating above the Holy City, there should be four Martial Emperor influences in the Eastern Domain?"

Wei Fan nodded. Isn’t it like this?

Li Jianchen shook his head: "Naturally, it’s not. In the Eastern Domain, there are only these three Martial Emperor Families; the four Divine Cities above Holy City—one belongs to the Xuanyuan Family, one to the Mu Family, and the last two reportedly belong to our Demon Hunter Organization.

Whether this is true or not, I cannot say, and I don’t even know if anyone resides there."

Wei Fan frowned slightly: "The Zhou Family is also a Martial Emperor Family, why don’t they have a Divine City in the Holy City?"

Everyone looked at Wei Fan, understanding that he’s from the Land of Dao Collapse and had just arrived at Holy City, so not knowing is normal.

"Whether it’s Emperor Xuanyuan or Cyan Emperor, their hometowns aren’t in Holy City; they built Divine Cities above Holy City, not to showcase their Martial Emperor Family identities, but to guard against Demon Fiends, acting as the first line of defense in the Eastern Domain.

The Divine City is a war fortress; to a Martial Emperor Family, it’s not a good thing but instead adds a lot of expenses. Brother Wei, you must know not everyone is dedicated to protecting the Human Race and resisting Demon Fiends."

Wei Fan nodded. For many people, even if they lack a desire to protect the Human Race, because the Heaven and Earth Essence Qi in Holy City is abundant and the Great Dao is active, once they have the ability, they all migrate to Holy City, inherently contributing to the fight against Demon Fiends.

But these benefits of Holy City hold no attraction for the Zhou Family; naturally, they won’t expend effort to build a Divine City here, wasting resources on upkeep and defense.

"Even the Xuanyuan Family has complaints about this, with some members hoping the family will withdraw from Holy City to save on expenses, let alone the Zhou Family."

An hour later, having eaten their fill and spent tens of thousands of Spirit Crystals, they stepped out of the Immortal Food Pavilion.

As soon as they walked out of the Immortal Food Pavilion, they saw three people standing not far along the street. Their attire was similar, embroidered with dragon patterns, and they stood with such a distinguished air, like cranes among chickens, their noble aura causing pedestrians to walk around them, seemingly waiting for such individuals, catching Wei Fan’s eye instantly.

"They’re from the Xuanyuan Family!"

Li Jianchen’s deep voice sounded. Wei Fan’s arrival at Holy City just came to light, and the Xuanyuan Family members appearing clearly intended to find Wei Fan.

Moreover, as Wei Fan and his companions stepped out of the Immortal Food Pavilion, the trio approached them.

"That woman is Xuanyuan Jing, a Saint Realm Cultivation level, and in terms of status, she’s Feng Hua’s cousin. As for the two males, I don’t recognize them."

The trio consisted of one female and two men; Li Jianchen whispered an introduction to Wei Fan.

"The Xuanyuan Family can’t change Feng Hua’s mind, and combined with instructions from Xuanyuan Peak, they likely want to start with you. Be careful."

The three walked casually, and the people on the street seemed to understand something, all retreating to watch the spectacle.

Currently, the matter between Venerable Phoenix Body and Wei Fan is well-known; everyone knows the Xuanyuan Family still prefers Zhou Cheng Ancestor because the Zhou Family can extend the lifespan of the Xuanyuan Family’s Emperor’s Soldiers.

To the Xuanyuan Family, the feelings between Wei Fan and Venerable Phoenix Body, whether mutual or not, are inconsequential. This time, the Xuanyuan Family evidently comes to warn Wei Fan.

And given Wei Fan’s domineering nature, how will he respond to the Xuanyuan Family’s warning?

Everyone started pulling out Communication Jade Tokens, calling friends to watch the drama unfold, and even people from behind in the Immortal Food Pavilion began stepping out.

"You must be Wei Fan, delicate-skinned and tender; unexpectedly, Feng Hua likes someone like you!" The speaker was the Xuanyuan Family’s woman, Xuanyuan Jing.

She scrutinized Wei Fan with an examining gaze: "Compared to Young Master Zhou, you fall short."

Wei Fan glanced over; this Xuanyuan Jing had an air of arrogance, her nose almost sky-high. The two men from the Xuanyuan Family didn’t speak but exuded an indefinable superiority.

Wei Fan is not one with a good temper; upon hearing this, he immediately retorted, "Don’t bark like a dog; if you have something to say, say it quickly, I have no time for listening to dogs barking."

Li Jianchen and the others’ eyelids twitched wildly, and the surrounding people were dumbfounded. No one expected Wei Fan to retort Xuanyuan Jing so fiercely, wholly disregarding the Martial Emperor Family’s disciple status, ignoring the face given to the Venerable Phoenix Body’s maternal family.

"There’s no need to give them face; the Xuanyuan Family is out to beat the couple apart; Wei Fan refraining from killing is already saving face."

"This sense of superiority is annoying even to us bystanders, let alone the person involved; they think they’re nobler than Wei Fan."

"Strip away the Xuanyuan Family’s prestige, and they’re not even fit to carry Wei Fan’s shoes; why should anyone cater to them?"

...

The surrounding discussions, coupled with Wei Fan’s words, infuriated Xuanyuan Jing; she didn’t expect Wei Fan to retort her so harshly, even calling her a dog.