Taishi Night Banquet

The moment the formation was activated, Li Weiyi quickly retreated, taking a Yunxiu Ward to avoid being followed.

Publicly using the Staff Spear of All Things is not a big deal.

He only made one move, which was concealed by the ghostly mist and the blazing light. Putting aside whether anyone noticed, even if they did, Li Weiyi was not afraid at all, having considered all possible consequences.

The events that occurred at Danyue Ward that afternoon spread rapidly, causing a great stir throughout Lingxiao City.

But the main topic of conversation was Song Qingli.

That evening, Taishi Chen Dao, the current head of the Taishi Family, held a grand welcoming banquet at the Ancestral Mansion for the guests and Mind Master from Nanyan Pass.

Hundreds of servants and maids came and went in an endless stream, quickly serving meals, precious medicines Spirit Fruit, and ancient wine.

There are also soups made from Thousand-Year Elixir and dishes cooked from the flesh of demonic beasts from the Longevity Realm.

For a Lineage that has existed for a thousand years, only the descendants of the Longevity Realm Giants are the main lineage, and the rest are all collateral branches. As for the descendants of the Transcendent Realm... the entire Lineage are descendants of the Transcendent Realm.

Currently, the Taishi Family only has two main branches: Taishi Qingcang and Taishi Qingshi, both of whom hold the position of master.

However, Taishi Qingcang had to guard Nanyan Pass, and his descendants within three generations were few, so most of the people in the Ancestral Mansion were from Taishi Qingshi's lineage.

As for the Old Ancestor lived for over a thousand years, Duke Taishi, he actually spent most of his time in Yongzhou in the eastern border region, which was the ancestral home and foundation of the Taishi Family.

As a result, almost all the officials in Yong and Liang prefectures were from the Taishi Family.

For example, the Jiang family's relationship with Fuzhou, Chen Family's relationship with You Prefecture.

The only truly extraordinary individuals who reside in Lingxiao City for extended periods, besides the three reclusive palace masters, are Ye Xuanming, the Blood Robe Chief Steward of the Embroidered Uniform Divine Guard, and Cao Caishen of the Gonghu Department.

Taishi Chen Dao seventy-two years old this year. In principle, he should have retired long ago to devote himself to the pursuit of immortality and let the current head of the family take over.

However, Taishi Yu was frivolous and cynical, showing no interest whatsoever in Lineage affairs and refusing to take them over.

At the banquet, Li Weiyi enjoyed the top-tier treatment of sitting at the main table with Taishi Chen Dao, Taishi Bai, and Long Xiangcen. This was because he blocked Taishi Yu's mental shout, which made everyone look at him with new eyes.

Their talent and strength were recognized, thus granting them the right to sit at the same table as the heads of the most prestigious clans in the world, surpassing other retainers.

Taishi Chen Dao sighed deeply, "Xiaobai, you must hurry up and cultivate to condense your Dao Fruit as soon as possible, so that I can relieve you of my burden. If you delay any longer, you'll be over eighty years old, and the time to break through to the Longevity Realm will become increasingly urgent. Things are different now than before; Lingxiao Palace has run out of Longevity Pill, Du'e Temple has sent them all to Zuoqiu Courtyard."

Taishi Bai asked with concern, "Has Second Uncle not returned yet?"

"The Second Palace Master's personal summons must be to question me about the Mother-Child Spring. I've heard that all the Longevity Realm Giants from various families have been summoned to the Luan Terrace." Taishi Chen Dao looked worried.

A murmur arose, discussing what had happened at Danyue Ward that afternoon.

Li Weiyi frowned. "You all know the news, is this matter really that significant?"

Those present were unaware that the other protagonist of the incident was sitting right next to them.

One of the white-haired retainers solemnly said, "The Ghost Infant incident is said to have started two months ago, but it was all just rumors, and everyone just treated it as gossip. But this time, it happened in Danyue Ward, appearing openly before everyone's eyes. How can this be covered up?"

Someone else said, "What's more, the one who caused the problem is the top expert of the younger generation of the West Sea Royal Mansion's Mansion, the West Sea King's most beloved fifth-generation granddaughter, and also the disciple of the Third Palace Master. The impact is so great that the news will probably spread throughout Twenty-Eight Prefectures of the world very soon."

Taishi Bai said in a deep voice, "The day after tomorrow is Song Yulou's sixtieth birthday. He is the top of the Lingxiao City Ten Prodigies and the strongest person below the Longevity Realm in the <Cycle Record>. Originally, the West Sea Royal Mansion would be full of distinguished guests, and all the families of Lingxiao City would go to offer their congratulations. With such a scandal, should this birthday celebration still be held?"

Li Weiyi underestimated the impact of this matter, feeling that his identity would most likely be exposed soon.

Outside the hall where the banquet was being held, hearty laughter rang out. "The Jiazi birthday celebration has been in preparation for months, how could it just be canceled like that? I just went to the West Sea Royal Mansion, and Miss Song has regained some consciousness. As long as she is fully awake and appears at the birthday banquet, the rumors will be dispelled. Who can prove that the person who appeared at Danyue Ward wasn't someone else in disguise?"

Taishi Yu walked in and said with a smile, "Gentlemen, I speak frankly because I consider you all one of my own. If this gets out, then you won't be considered one of the Taishi Family."

He scanned the crowd, noting the subtle changes in each person's expression, and then said, "It is said that after the Ghost Infant incident, Song Qingli was confined to her home. The reason she appeared at Danyue Ward today was because someone within the Prince's Mansion instigated an incident that occurred on the way. When I arrived, there were more than ten human heads displayed in the courtyard. The West Sea Royal Mansion has purged many of its members."

Everyone could tell that Taishi Yu's tone was off, as if he was implying something.

Suddenly, the atmosphere at the banquet became strange.

Taishi Bai's face stiffened. "Taishi Yu, are you saying that there's something wrong with one of the retainers I brought?"

"I didn't say that."

Taishi Yu chuckled, walked to the main table, and tapped the head of an Old Man retainer next to Li Weiyi, signaling him to get up.

The Old Man dared not offend him and got up to leave.

Taishi Yu sat down and continued, "However, the Demon Race has made a comeback, amassing troops in the Western Territory. The tombstones and graves created by the evil cult's sorcery are scattered across several states. The Zuoqiu Courtyard, supported by the Du'e Temple, is ambitious. Xue Jian Tang Ting, with troops from the Northern Territory Five Prefectures, could march south at any time."

"The Taishi Family controls half of the Defensive Formation of Lingxiao City and the four major passes, and also controls the two provinces of Yong and Liang. Their power is immense, so it's quite normal for some people with ulterior motives to infiltrate their ranks."

Taishi Bai asked, "Are you targeting me personally, or my people?"

Taishi Yu shook his head and laughed, "Brother Bai, it's not that I'm targeting you, it's that someone is targeting my Taishi Family. Why is there trouble at the Taichang Temple? Trouble at the Taichang Temple can keep Father occupied and cause him a lot of trouble."

"Why was Liangzhou City attacked by the Demon Race? Because it could hold back the Old Ancestor and prevent him from returning to Lingxiao City."

"I only have one thing to say: if the people you brought mysteriously disappear or die, don't be angry. If the two of us start fighting, it will be considered a Lineage conflict, and countless people will secretly rejoice."

Li Weiwei was secretly surprised. The chief Taishi didn't seem to be as naughty as he appeared. But he suddenly made it clear in front of everyone. What did he mean?

Have they already figured something out and are trying to lure the snake out of its hole?

The head of the family, Taishi Chen Dao, quickly stood up to smooth things over and ease the atmosphere. He then ordered a maid to present the gifts prepared for all the Mind Master and retainers.

Every Mind Master possesses a Star Day Pill, worth 100,000 Spring Coin.

Each retainer is like a Thousand-Year Elixir, worth 100,000 Spring Coin.

The soil in Lingxiao City is exceptional, allowing medicinal herbs to grow much faster than elsewhere.

The Taishi Family, a transcendent clan, receives a portion of Immortal Soil Immortal Soil from the Lingxiao Palace each year, which can increase the growth rate of medicinal herbs tenfold.

This ancient clan, with its thousand-year-old heritage, has its own Medicinal Field, where it plants many new herbs every year.

Modern people consume ancient medicines.

Descendants a thousand years from now will eat the new medicines planted today.

How could there be a shortage of Thousand-Year Elixir?

The welcoming banquet ended unhappily due to Taishi Yu's meddling.

"Most of the Star Day Pill used by the Imperial Court are refined by the Taishi Family. Retainers should be able to get a discounted price when purchasing them. It's also worthwhile to examine the Taishi Family's manuals on talismans and formations, and to find one or two battle talismans or formations to refine for future use."

Li Weiyi returned to Wei Yi Residence carrying the Star Day Pill.

The Star Day Pill is High-grade Dharma Pill, several to ten times stronger than the Xihe Pill he refined. To quickly cultivate to the peak of a five-star Mind Master, one must consume the former.

Upon entering the Blood Mud Space, Li Weiyi, as usual, immediately activated the Dao Ancestor Taiji Fish to condense Time Cocoon, forgetting that Tang Wanzhou had already regained consciousness.

Sitting cross-legged inside the cocoon, Li Weiyi took out all the top-grade talisman-making materials she had purchased and placed them in front of her.

The talisman juice is prepared using the blood of Ancient Immortal Giant Beast and Immortal Soil.

Suddenly.

The Time Cocoon trembled, and a slender, snow-white arm reached in.

"Whoosh!"

Tang Wanzhou walked in with one hand behind his back, his eyes filled with curiosity. Then, he stretched out one hand to carefully sense the mystery of the power of time.

Li Weiyi's eyes narrowed, and he quickly put the Dao Ancestor Taiji Fish into his clothes.

"The time difference between inside and outside is about five times, so that explains it. I was wondering why you were faster than me when my cultivation speed was already unparalleled in the world. The answer is here."

Tang Wanzhou smiled knowingly, then sat down opposite Li Weiyi and said, "I also want to cultivate here..."

"Bang!"

The Time Cocoon crumbled, like a bubble bursting.

Li Weiyi closed his eyes and sighed, "Young Master, your cultivation is too high. With my current mental power, I cannot support you to enter the Time Cocoon for cultivation."

Tang Wanzhou had his own assessment. "Since the strength of this Time Cocoon is closely related to your mental power, and you're already a five-star Mind Master who can sustain it for a while, once you reach Six-star Mind Master, you'll definitely be able to support me in cultivating within the cocoon. How long will it take you to break through to the next realm?"

"I've only just broken through to the next level!"

Li Weiyi smiled wryly and said, "Cultivation as a Mind Master is not that easy."

Tang Wanzhou frowned in thought, his long neck slender, his hands resting on his knees, sitting upright with an air of great power. "I don't know much about telekinesis, so I can't help you... Hey, I remember, the Extreme Day Light Dew seems to be an important resource for telekinetic practitioners. I saw some floating high in the sky near the Fusang Divine Tree."

Why didn't you say so sooner?

Li Weiyi suddenly stood up, grabbed her wrist, and headed towards the Tanggu Sea.

Unlike the martial artists of the Northern Border, Li Weiyi, who held a prestigious reputation, did not have the same awe towards the young lord, Li Weiyi, and did not find her unapproachable. Instead, she seemed to have a good personality, being open-minded, generous, and unpretentious.

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