His mother told Liu Changxu, "Before the Great Dao and the promise of longevity, human nature often cannot withstand the test. If the other members of the Lineage learn about the Foundation Establishment Pill in your possession, someone may well start harboring thoughts they should never entertain."
His father, Liu Shihao, also spoke solemnly to him. "Everyone has their own opportunities. Your filial devotion and your loyalty to the Lineage move me deeply! But you must know where to draw the line, or you may bring disaster upon yourself and your family!"
Liu Changxu knew his father was saying this for his own good, so he nodded in agreement.
Liu Shihao knew his son was still young. Although he had reached adulthood, he had experienced too little to understand how treacherous the world could be.
He repeatedly warned Liu Changxu to help his son mature as quickly as possible. After all, there were far too many examples of flesh and blood turning against one another over some precious Spirit Treasure.
No Lineage could ever be entirely harmonious. If word of Liu Changxu's Foundation Establishment Pill got out, someone might well set their sights on it.
If they could not seize it openly, they might resort to underhanded means. Before the temptation of longevity, even the closest bonds could fail.
Liu Shihao continued, "You are already an adult. Next year, you will marry and establish your own household, and someday you will have children of your own. As the head of a household, you must think everything through before acting. Do you understand?"
Liu Changxu nodded. "Father, I understand."
His mother, Lin Yulian, smiled at her husband. "Xu'er was only being filial! He knows what he's doing!"
Deeply moved, Liu Changxu said, "Father! Mother! I know what I'm doing. I won't