Hong Yi

Biodata

Power Progression

Background / History

Noble upbringing and sect rejection

Hong Yi entered cultivation through his noble household before attempting the Azure Cloud Sect’s entrance assessment. On the journey to the sect, he became acquainted with Lu Changsheng, Li Feiyu, Han Lin, Xiao Xiyue, and Zhao Qingqing. Despite spending money and calling in favors beforehand, he failed to gain admission 1 24.

Afterward, he reassured Lu Changsheng that the Lu Lineage of Green Bamboo Mountain was a legitimate cultivation family with a Foundation Establishment ancestor. Unlike Lu Changsheng and Li Feiyu, he did not become a live-in son-in-law: returning to his household offered him enough support to continue cultivating independently. He invited both men to write to the Ruyi Marquis Manor if they needed help 2.

Three-year reunion

Hong Yi originally proposed that the six companions reunite at Ruyi Tower three years after their assessment, regardless of whether they entered the sect. He later followed through by sending invitations, booking accommodation and a private dining room, and hosting Lu Changsheng and Li Feiyu for three days before the others arrived 21 25.

During the gathering, Hong Yi revealed that his noble background had not translated into abundant cultivation resources. He and Xiao Xiyue kept the conversation moving, and he guided the group around Ruyi Commandery the following day. The six agreed to reunite again in ten years 26.

Talisman partnership and rising standing

Learning that Lu Changsheng had become a ranked talisman master, Hong Yi sought a lasting supply arrangement for the Ruyi Marquis Manor. His interest went beyond obtaining inexpensive talismans: a connection to a potentially high-grade talisman master could improve his position within the household 25 27.

The initial dealings earned him his father’s praise and responsibility for estate affairs. He subsequently maintained correspondence with Lu Changsheng and arranged a larger purchase. By the time he personally collected one hundred talismans, he believed the partnership could secure his position—and that a reliable supply of middle-grade talismans might even make becoming heir attainable 32 38 41.

Gift and investigation request

On his visit to Green Bamboo Mountain, Hong Yi presented Jiu’er and Shui’er, two martial artists purchased from the White Jade Pavilion, as a gift. He acted on Li Feiyu’s joking suggestion that Lu Changsheng liked beautiful women. Lu Changsheng accepted after confirming their willingness, but asked Hong Yi not to repeat the gesture 41 42.

During the same meeting, Hong Yi agreed to investigate Qu Changge’s disappearance. Lu Changsheng warned that the case might involve a cultivator connected to the murder of Qu Zhenzhen’s family; Hong Yi considered the Ruyi Marquis Manor capable of handling the inquiry. No result is documented in the supplied chapters 42.

Appearance

• Build: Tall 25 41.
• Clothing: Splendid brocade robes; during his Green Bamboo Mountain visit, luxurious purple brocade robes and a Purple-Gold Crown 25 41.
• Bearing: Became visibly more confident and energetic after receiving his father’s recognition 32.

Personality

Initially proud of his noble birth, Hong Yi showed little warmth toward Lu Changsheng, Han Lin, and Zhao Qingqing. His rejection by the Azure Cloud Sect—while Han Lin and Zhao Qingqing succeeded—undermined that arrogance and made him recognize that worldly rank mattered far less on the cultivation path 2.

By the reunion, he had become warmer, more outgoing, and practiced at dealing with people. He used hospitality, praise, and humor to draw his companions into conversation. His friendship with Lu Changsheng also had a practical dimension: he willingly offered assistance and paid fairly to preserve a relationship that benefited his household standing 25 27 42.

Abilities & Skills

Cultivation

• Possesses an eighth-grade spiritual root and reached the peak of the Chain Qi Third Layer 1 26.
• His progress is constrained by scarce cultivation resources; no named combat technique is documented 26.

Networking and administration

• Located the Ox-Head Mountain rogue cultivator gathering and obtained a Communication Talisman that allowed Lu Changsheng to enter its formation 27.
• Warned Lu Changsheng about bandit cultivators targeting solitary visitors to trading gatherings 27.
• Handles contact with cultivators and gathers information about the cultivation world for the estate 39.
• Uses martial-world personnel to search for people with spiritual roots and cultivation resources or treasures lost in the mortal world 39.

Equipment / Items

• Storage Bag — Used to carry the spirit stones for his bulk talisman purchase 41.
• Ruyi Marquis carriage and escort — Traveled to Green Bamboo Mountain with a luxurious bannered carriage and mounted martial experts armed with sabers and crossbows 41.

Relationships

• Lu Changsheng — Former assessment companion, friend, and talisman supplier. Their partnership improves Hong Yi’s household standing and gives Lu Changsheng a stable sales outlet 27 32 41.
• Ruyi Marquis — Father. Praised Hong Yi for securing a talisman-master connection and entrusted him with increasing responsibilities 32 38.
• Li Feiyu — Former assessment companion and reunion guest; his joke prompted Hong Yi’s gift of Jiu’er and Shui’er 25 42.
• Xiao Xiyue — Unsuccessful former romantic pursuit. At the reunion, Hong Yi abandoned courtship and treated her with friendly respect, offering her the seat of honor because of her strength 1 26.
• Han Lin and Zhao Qingqing — Former companions whom he initially looked down on; their acceptance into the Azure Cloud Sect helped change his attitude toward social status 2.