A faint, mocking smile appeared on Wanqi Yin's cool face. She turned to Wanqi Rui and said,
"Xiao Rui, remember this: only when we are strong enough can we call our own shots. With the inheritance backing us now, the family will surely hold us in the palm of their hand. But once they have drained us dry someday, that may no longer be the case. So in all things, learn to keep something in reserve."
Wanqi Rui was no naive fool. She understood what her cousin meant and nodded solemnly.
"I'll remember it. We can give the family a taste of sweetness when appropriate, but never everything—not until we can fully control our own destinies."
"Rest assured, Sister Yin. I know what to do."
The two then went together to see Elder You, explained how they had entered the Inheritance Stele, and stated that they had received Fairy Ranxi's assistance.
Wanqi You sighed again. His feelings were beyond merely complicated. Only four hundred years later did he learn how much Ranxi had done for the Wanqi Family. Through her actions, she had already repaid the debt of gratitude she owed them for helping her.
"I understand. For your safety, do not spread word of receiving the inheritance. The family will increase its support for you. You need only cultivate with peace of mind."
"Yes, Elder You."
After discussing the matter, the two separately received a reward before returning to continue their cultivation.
Before long, the Wanqi Family's elders and Old Ancestor also learned of this matter. They were glad that disciples of the Wanqi Family had obtained the inheritance within the Blazing Fire Secret Realm, and felt an additional trace of gratitude toward Ranxi.
"It seems this ascended cultivator knows how to repay kindness. Had we known this earlier,