Chapter 40

Zhao Yunbing didn't expect that Lu Tianyu, this child, was exceptionally intelligent. He only gave a slight hint, and Lu Tianyu immediately understood his meaning and proactively proposed to leave. This was exactly what Zhao Yunbing wanted.

"This child is truly a quick learner. If he were my own son, how wonderful it would be," Zhao Yunbing muttered to himself, having already made up his mind. No matter what, he would do his utmost to protect Lu Tianyu's mother and sister, Lu Yi, ensuring they wouldn't be harmed in any way. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to face Lu Tianyu in the future.

"Adoptive father, when do you plan to send me away?" Lu Tianyu, after a moment of thought, slowly asked.

He also had his own plans. If he stayed at the Zhao family martial arts school, it would not only bring trouble to his adoptive father but also be extremely detrimental to his future cultivation. After all, to cultivate the *Pangu Heavenly Book*, he needed countless materials with the five elements' attributes or the inner cores of demonic beasts to unlock the numerous seals.

Lu Tianyu knew that if he begged Zhao Yunbing, he might give him some of these things, but Lu Tianyu didn't want to do that because he didn't want to owe Zhao Yunbing too much.

Moreover, begging for things wasn't Lu Tianyu's style. From a young age, he had developed a good habit: to strive for everything through his own efforts. Only then could he be at peace with himself.

The outside world, though dangerous, was also fascinating.

In fact, deep down, Lu Tianyu, like many men, had a natural adventurous spirit. He had long yearned to venture out one day, regardless of the outcome, at least he would have tried.

Today, this opportunity had finally come.

Originally, he was worried about his mother and Lu Yi. With them around, Lu Tianyu couldn't leave at will. But now, with Zhao Yunbing taking care of them, Lu Tianyu could rest assured. His mother and Lu Yi would be safer staying at the Zhao family martial arts school than with him.

Therefore, when Zhao Yunbing spoke, Lu Tianyu immediately understood his unspoken intention and knew that his adoptive father didn't want him to stay at the martial arts school, so he proactively proposed to leave to avoid any awkwardness.

"This matter should be done sooner rather than later. Tianyu, your adoptive father has decided to take you away on the day Xiao'er's funeral is held. What do you think?" Zhao Yunbing slowly said.

"Alright, thank you, adoptive father. After I leave, I hope you will take good care of my mother and sister, Lu Yi. I will repay your kindness if I ever have the chance," Lu Tianyu firmly replied.

"Ha ha, silly child, we are a family, so there's no need to talk about repayment. Remember, be very careful when you're out there. The outside world is full of treacherous people and deceit. Not everyone is as kind as you think. Do you understand?" Zhao Yunbing, still somewhat uneasy, earnestly reminded him.

"Yes, I understand, adoptive father. I will be careful," Lu Tianyu nodded in agreement.

"Alright, since we still have one night, spend some time with your mother and sister. I have some matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave." Zhao Yunbing said and immediately left.

Lu Tianyu thought for a moment, then stood up and went to the room where his mother and sister, Lu Yi, were staying. He knocked on the door, knowing he needed to discuss some things before he left.

"Brother Tianyu, it's so late, why aren't you resting?" Lu Yi asked in confusion when she opened the door. She was already feeling sleepy, her eyes drooping.

"Xiao Yi, I have something to discuss with you and Mother. Is Mother asleep?" Lu Tianyu asked immediately.

"Not yet. We just finished washing up and were about to go to bed when you came," Lu Yi answered truthfully.

"That's good." Lu Tianyu nodded and walked into the room, closing the door behind him.

At that moment, Li Xianghui was making the bed. Hearing Lu Tianyu's voice, she turned around and asked, "Tianyu, why aren't you sleeping? Is there something wrong?"

"Yes, Mother, I have something very important to discuss with you both," Lu Tianyu said solemnly, his face filled with reluctance.

"What is it, Tianyu?" Li Xianghui's face changed dramatically as she put down the half-laid quilt and walked over to Lu Tianyu, concerned.

"Yes, Brother Tianyu, what is it? You look so serious," Lu Yi asked anxiously.

"Let's sit down and talk." Lu Tianyu took a few steps forward, helped his mother sit down, and pointed to a chair for Lu Yi.

Once they were seated, Lu Tianyu took a deep breath and said, "Mother, Xiao Yi, I've decided to leave tomorrow."

"What?" Li Xianghui and Lu Yi were both shocked and looked at him in surprise.

"I plan to leave this place tomorrow," Lu Tianyu repeated, raising his voice.

"Brother Tianyu, are you joking? We are being pursued by the Wang family. Isn't it very dangerous to leave now?" Lu Yi, recovering from her shock, asked worriedly.

"Yes, Tianyu, although Mother knows it's not good to stay at the Zhao family martial arts school, it's not the right time to leave. Why don't we wait a few more days until things calm down, and then we can leave together?" Li Xianghui immediately tried to persuade him, more concerned about her son's safety than her own.

"Mother, you misunderstand me. I plan to leave alone. As for you and Xiao Yi, you should stay at the Zhao family martial arts school. You will be safer here than with me," Lu Tianyu explained, though he was very reluctant, he had no other choice. How could he leave when he didn't have enough strength?

"What? Brother Tianyu, are you going to leave us behind?" Lu Yi's eyes welled up with tears.

"Xiao Yi, I'm sorry. I have no choice. I am not strong enough to protect even myself, let alone you two. For your safety, it's better for you to stay here. I promise, when I have enough strength, I will come back for you," Lu Tianyu said softly.

"Tianyu, have you made up your mind?" Li Xianghui asked, interrupting.

"Yes." Lu Tianyu nodded firmly.

"Alright, Mother supports your decision. Go ahead." Li Xianghui, after a moment of thought, tears streaming down her face, firmly supported Lu Tianyu.

"Mother, are you really willing to let Brother Tianyu leave?" Lu Yi asked, puzzled.

"Of course, I'm not willing. Tianyu is my only son, my whole world. But what can I do? Tianyu has grown up and has his own path. If I interfere and restrict him, how can he grow? So, I support his decision. I also hope that Tianyu can go out and see the vast world, growing quickly," Li Xianghui sighed, tears slowly rolling down her cheeks.

Honestly, Li Xianghui was more reluctant and more heartbroken than anyone, but she was a woman of great wisdom. She had long known that her son, Lu Tianyu, had great ambitions and was not content to be confined to the small town of Lu Family. He just never had the opportunity to leave before. Now, with his five-element spiritual roots restored and the ability to cultivate, he had a basic self-defense capability. At this time, if she, as a mother, didn't support his decision, who would?

"Mother, don't cry. I promise I will come back for you one day," Lu Tianyu, tears streaming down his face, hugged his mother tightly.

Mother and son embraced and wept, the room filled with a sorrowful atmosphere of farewell.

Lu Yi also cried silently, her eyes blurred with tears, staring at Lu Tianyu as if trying to etch his image into her heart.

After about half an hour, the mother and son gradually calmed down. Lu Tianyu gently pushed his mother away and wiped the tears from her eyes.

"Tianyu, remember, take good care of yourself. Without Mother by your side, you have to rely on yourself..." Like all parents, Li Xianghui began to give endless instructions.

Lu Tianyu listened and nodded continuously, determined to remember every word his mother said, as he didn't know when he would receive her warm care again.

After Li Xianghui finished, Lu Yi took off a jade pendant from her neck and handed it to Lu Tianyu, saying, "Brother Tianyu, this jade has been with me since I was a child. Father once told me that he found it with me when he picked me up. It has the power to ward off evil and disasters. Now that you are leaving, I give it to you, hoping it will bring you good luck."

"Xiao Yi, no, this jade is the only keepsake from your parents. It might help you find your biological parents one day. It's invaluable, how can you give it to me?" Lu Tianyu refused, waving his hands.

"Brother Tianyu, please take it. I hope when you see this jade, you will think of me. This way, my efforts won't be in vain," Lu Yi insisted, forcing the jade into Lu Tianyu's hand and lowering her head, her face blushing.

"Xiao Yi, I really can't accept it..." Lu Tianyu was about to refuse again.

"Tianyu, since this is Xiao Yi's heartfelt wish, you should accept it," Li Xianghui, noticing Lu Yi's blushing face, said meaningfully.

"Alright, Xiao Yi, thank you!" Lu Tianyu, after a moment of thought, didn't want to disappoint Xiao Yi's sincerity, so he carefully put the beautiful jade pendant around his neck.