A Lesson for Li Yanfeng's Sister

Half an hour earlier.

In the reception hall of the Shi County Li Family estate.

A burly, stern-faced middle-aged man sat in the seat of honor.

He wore the formal robes of a Li Family Elder. Though he made no effort to release his aura, Li Nanfeng, head of the Shi County Li Family, and the two Qi and Blood Realm elders seated below him felt both pressured and excited.

The man was Li Yanfeng, newly appointed as a Li Family Elder.

Li Yanfeng lifted his tea, blew on it, and took a sip. His gaze swept over Li Qinglin, who stood respectfully below.

Li Qinglin stood tall, his features bearing a striking resemblance to his uncle's younger self. Sensing the vigorous qi and blood within him, Li Yanfeng showed a flicker of approval.

He set down his cup and smiled at Li Nanfeng. "Nanfeng, Qinglin has a solid foundation and a resolute nature. I like the boy. I came to take him back to the Ancestral Land and accept him as my disciple. Do you have any objections?"

His words sounded like a question, but they carried a force that brooked no argument.

The other two Qi and Blood Realm elders looked at Li Nanfeng with envy.

Why didn't they have a brother-in-law like that?

Overjoyed, Li Nanfeng hurriedly rose and bowed deeply to Li Yanfeng. "It's Qinglin's good fortune to have earned your favor, Brother-in-law, and an honor for our Shi County Branch Family. How could I object? I'm grateful beyond words!"

He turned to Li Qinglin. "Qinglin, hurry and thank your uncle for this opportunity! Once you reach the Ancestral Land, you must cultivate diligently. Don't slack off for a moment or disappoint him!"

Li Qinglin stepped forward, gathered his robes, and knelt solemnly. He bowed his