Taichang's Invitation

As the sun rises, the thick fog that surrounded the mountain peak dissipates, and a red glow emerges over Soaring Cloud Peak, illuminating the bright mountaintop and reflecting the colorful rocks.

Today, Soaring Cloud Peak was exceptionally lively, with lanterns and decorations everywhere, and red "double happiness" characters pasted all over the pavilions.

Ye Jingyong, as the second son of the Jing generation and now at the ninth level of Qi Refining, would have been an elder in the Lineage in the past.

Therefore, the Lineage attached great importance to his wedding.

Ye Jingcheng also arrived early and joined several elders and clansmen to watch the wedding ceremony.

The wedding wasn't a grand affair, but it proceeded smoothly and efficiently.

As time went by, several Spirit Boat from the Chu Family flew in from afar.

They landed in front of the pavilion prepared at the foot of the mountain.

As the music of the ceremony began, a procession of auspicious little beasts, transformed into a procession, followed the wedding party from the foot of the mountain to the mountainside.

Dressed in a bright red robe and riding a handsome horned horse, Ye Jingyong, full of vigor, led the procession at the very front, welcoming Chu Yanliu into the mountain peak.

Head held high, chest puffed out, face beaming with joy.

Even though there are still ties between Lineage, this is the most joyful moment for him.

Members of the Chu Family also followed behind the wedding procession.

The Ye Family glanced around and saw that most of the people present were women from the previous marriage alliance; it seemed the Chu Family wanted to arrange several more marriages.

Ye Jingcheng glanced at it a few times and found that the whole wedding was no different from an ordinary wedding. After a brief period of excitement, all that was left was tediousness.

A banquet, a grand ceremony.

Soaring Cloud Peak was noisy all day long.

Ye Jingyong drank the spirit wine, raised his glass in celebration, and became completely drunk.

Today, he can't use his Spiritual Qi to dispel the effects of the alcohol.

Ye Jingcheng found a corner and sat at a table with Ye Jingli and the others, where they drank quite comfortably.

This banquet featured a variety of spirit fish, other spirit dishes and wines, as well as the Chu Family's specialty, the Water-Clear Pears. Each pear was round and plump, rich in spiritual water, and could be equivalent to half a day of arduous cultivation for a cultivator.

Dusk soon arrived, and just as Ye Jingcheng thought that was the end of it, the Lineage Token flashed.

Ye Jingcheng was somewhat puzzled, but hesitant, he headed towards the Lineage Council Hall.

When he entered the main hall, he found that Chu Xiyu from the Chu Family, as well as Ye Jingyu, were there.

The conversation seemed to be going quite well, but the Chu Family clearly had other important matters to attend to besides the wedding.

"The Ye Family is truly an old and established Lineage, with each and every one of their younger generation being exceptionally outstanding. I, Chu, am now considering a marriage alliance!" Chu Xiyu laughed heartily.

"If Chu Family's outstanding talents catch your eye, feel free to mention them. Our Ye Family also has plenty of good daughters!" Ye Xingliu replied with a smile.

The two exchanged a knowing smile.

They both knew about each other's compliments.

After chatting for a while, Chu Xiyu looked at Ye Xingliu and the others.

"Now that everyone is here, I, Chu, will stop with the riddles. Uncle Fen has already returned to the clan mountain. His idea is that since neither of our families has a good way to make money, why don't we each send one person to Taichang Market to find a small shop? Your Ye Family pills, and my Chu Family can refine weapons. We can support each other!" Chu Xiyu said slowly.

His meaning was quite clear.

The Chu Family has also been promoted to the Purple Mansion Lineage, Chu Tianfen has successfully broken through.

They also planned to bypass Taihang Marketplace and go directly to Taichang Market.

As for Taihang Marketplace, it is certain that they will clash with the Xu Family.

The Xu Family is an old and established Purple Mansion Lineage. Neither of the two families can make a profit in the short term. If they want to revitalize their Lineage finances, they must go to the more prestigious Taichang Market.

It is backed by the Taiyi Sect, and has many more Rogue Cultivators and small Lineage.

For both companies, this is indeed a good decision.

"Moreover, my Chu Family has already found a shop; all that's needed is the approval of our in-laws!" Chu Xiyu looked up, took out a Jade Slip, Jade Slip activated it with a spiritual incantation.

The scene then shifts to a small shop inside.

Ye Jingcheng had seen this street before; it was the street leading into the market. Although it was a bit out of the way, its location was indeed excellent!

"As for the rent, my Chu Family is fourth and your Ye Family is sixth. There are no other rental fees. Your Ye Family can even sell Spirit Beasts. However, if you want a courtyard to house Spirit Beasts like the one in Taihang Marketplace, there is no such thing!" Chu Xiyu continued to explain.

"I need to discuss this with my uncle; he's still in seclusion!" Ye Xingliu hesitated for a moment before speaking.

For both companies, the most important thing about opening a shop in Taichang Market was how to transport Spirit Stones and spirit medicines there.

That's when the problem becomes more serious.

Taihang Marketplace is close to their clan's mountain, so it's less dangerous, and the opportunities there are high, but the dangers are also great.

In particular, those Bandit Cultivator others enjoy robbing cultivators who come from other prefectures.

Some of these Bandit Cultivators are even bandits raised by cultivation Lineage themselves.

They usually keep a low profile, but when their finances are bad, they might try to make a quick buck from outside sources; that's not impossible.

After all, the Ye Family isn't the only Lineage that uses death lists to conceal Lineage top experts.

The Ye Family, however, could not so easily trust the Chu Family.

Prior to this, the Chu Family had plotted against the Ye Family from behind, and the Ye Family retaliated in Jade Separation Valley.

The fact that they are able to come together now is entirely due to the exclusionary policies of the Xu Family and Mo Families.

Chu Xiyu knew Ye Xingliu's worries, so he didn't urge him. Instead, he said:

"No rush, Ye Family can ask more questions, and even study the sales plan. In addition, my Chu Family will also hold the Purple Mansion Ceremony in two years. We hope that the Chu Ye Family can grace us with their presence!" Chu Xiyu continued.

Ye Xingliu readily agreed.

The Purple Mansion Ceremony of the two families was exactly half a year apart, which did not cause any delay for other Lineage and cultivators.

A marriage between the two families would also enhance their standing.

After chatting for a while, Chu Xiyu left, while Ye Jingcheng Ye Jingyu, and Ye Haiyun stayed behind.

"What are everyone's thoughts on opening a pill shop?" Ye Xingliu asked.

"Jingcheng, you should speak first. You are now the number one Alchemist in our Lineage."

"Third Uncle, Fourth Grandfather, in my opinion, the Lineage can go this time, but even if we go, we should try to gain more benefits. I think the Chu Family's purpose is not just to refine weapons, but also to exert considerable influence in the sect. I'm worried that they might resell them, which could implicate us!" Ye Jingcheng said.

Chu Tianfen's breakthrough occurred in Taichang Market, which is enough to show that the Chu Family's connections are not weak.

Moreover, his daughter married a master alchemist from the Taiyi Sect.

Therefore, the Ye Family must understand this clearly in advance.

Otherwise, the Chu Family alone would be perfectly capable of opening a shop.

There was no need for the other party to involve the Ye Family.

"Jingcheng is right. I will have the Lineage investigate this!" Ye Xingliu nodded.

"Does Fourth Uncle have any objections?" Ye Xingliu asked Ye Haiyun again.

"No problem, but it's best to postpone it for now and prepare for the Purple Mansion Ceremony first!" Ye Haiyun said.

The others nodded in agreement. At present, for the entire Ye Family, the Purple Mansion Ceremony is indeed the most important event!