Chapter 24

"Kai Xuan, come out for breakfast." Mother's call sounded from outside the window.

Rong Kai Xuan responded, leaping out of bed and leaving the room with a smile on his face.

Fang Xiuli looked at her son in surprise and said, "Kai Xuan, what's with you today? Why are you smiling so happily?"

Rong Kai Xuan grinned and said, "I haven't seen Mother for a long time, and I haven't heard you call me to wake up. I really missed it. Hearing it again today, I naturally feel happy."

Fang Xiuli covered her mouth and laughed lightly, "You little rascal, after going to the city once, you've become smooth-talking."

The mother and son laughed and entered the hall.

Rong Yi He and Rong Yi Yang had been waiting for a long time. The two brothers were talking in low voices, seemingly discussing something pleasant.

Rong Kai Xuan hurried forward and said, "Uncle, Father, please start eating."

Rong Yi He waved his hand and said, "No rush, we're all family, it's better to eat together."

The Rong family's rules were still quite strict, and talking during meals was not allowed.

Soon, breakfast was over. Rong Yi He washed his face, cleared his throat, and said, "Kai Xuan, since Elder Jie Xuan has given instructions, you should pack your things and we'll return to the main family as soon as possible."

Rong Yi Yang also nodded and said, "That's right, Kai Xuan, do you have anything else to pack?"

Rong Kai Xuan thought for a moment and said, "What about Mother?"

Rong Yi Yang smiled and said, "Of course, she will return to the main family with us."

A hint of excitement flashed across Fang Xiuli's face. She looked at her son and nodded gently.

Rong Kai Xuan smiled in response, thought for a moment, and said, "That's great. I don't have much to pack."

In fact, just then, he had also thought about the pitiful spirit entity living alone in the deep mountains.

If it were a real human, Rong Kai Xuan would definitely be worried. However, after confirming that this spirit entity was a special one with extremely rare combat talent, he was completely at ease.

It was better to leave it in the mountains to grow through battles rather than taking it around everywhere.

However, he didn't know that if his thoughts were known by other strong individuals, they might even want to kill him.

A special spirit entity is a unique life form that can exist for a long time without restriction.

Due to the special nature of spirit entities, they are much more powerful than most other beings in many aspects.

If a strong individual possesses a special spirit entity, they would certainly spare no effort to cultivate it, making it their greatest helper.

Like Rong Kai Xuan, who, after forming a special spirit entity, not only failed to protect and cultivate it but also left it in the mountains to fend for itself...

Such a peculiar person would be unique even among countless strong individuals in history.

The next morning, the estate became lively again.

Rong Kai Xuan rode his horse, turned his head back, and a hint of reluctance appeared in his eyes.

"Ha ha, Kai Xuan, look forward. You have a bright future, don't waste it here." Rong Yi He said slowly.

Rong Kai Xuan responded, "Yes, Uncle, I understand."

He took one last look at the estate, then spurred his horse forward, catching up to his parents' carriage.

From that day on, Rong Kai Xuan officially entered the Rong family's main branch, becoming a part of this large family.

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Ahead, a tall city wall blocked everyone's view.

The carriage curtain was lifted, and Fang Xiuli looked at the majestic city wall, her eyes gradually moistening.

Rong Kai Xuan raised his horsewhip and asked, "Mother, what's wrong?"

Fang Xiuli smiled lightly and said, "I haven't returned to the city for over ten years, so I feel a bit emotional." She gently held her son's hand and squeezed it a few times.

Rong Yi Yang said discontentedly, "Don't be so sentimental. Hmph, now that we're in the city, we won't leave again."

Rong Yi He laughed heartily and said, "Third Brother is right. Father has already prepared a house for you. From now on, we will live in the city, and no one will dare to bully us." As he said this, his eyes glanced at Rong Kai Xuan.

The conflict between them and Rong Yi Tie was no longer a secret.

However, although Rong Yi Tie's family was powerful, they were not pushovers and would not allow anyone to bully their family.

"Go... "

Suddenly, a cloud of dust rose from behind, and dozens of riders rushed over.

Rong Yi He looked closely, his brows slightly furrowed, and said, "Those young rascals again, they're really a headache."

Rong Kai Xuan was slightly stunned, focusing his gaze. Although they were still far away and the view was blurry, he could勉强 see that the riders galloping towards them were all young people.

Rong Yi Yang said in a deep voice, "Big Brother, who are they? How can they be so reckless outside the Rong family's main city?"

Rong Yi He sighed lightly and said, "They are all descendants of the nobility. Each one has a powerful backer. Even if the Discipline Hall intervenes, they can only be suppressed, but not punished."

Rong Yi Yang laughed bitterly and fell silent.

"Ah."

These riders galloped extremely fast, quickly overtaking them and heading towards the city gate. However, at this moment, one of the riders suddenly pulled his horse to a stop, his gaze falling on Rong Kai Xuan.

"Oh, it's Miss Wang." Rong Kai Xuan's eyes lit up, and he hurriedly bowed.

"It's Brother Rong, no need for formalities." Miss Wang nodded gracefully from her horse, her demeanor and actions exuding a sense of elegance, as if she were born to be extraordinary.

"Miss Wang, why did you stop?"

The riders ahead stopped one after another, turning to look.

Clearly, this woman had a significant influence among them. Seeing her stop, almost everyone pulled their horses to a halt.

Miss Wang turned her head and smiled, "I met a friend, you go ahead."

Today, she wasn't wearing a wide-brimmed hat, but her face was still covered with a thin veil. Even so, she was undoubtedly the most eye-catching figure in the scene.

"No, no, if Miss Wang considers someone a friend, then they are our friend as well." One of the riders said with a smile.

"Right."

"Indeed."

A series of agreeing voices echoed, as if everyone approved of his words.

Rong Yi He and Rong Yi Yang exchanged glances. Rong Yi He's lips moved slightly, "Third Brother, how did you meet Miss Wang?"

Rong Yi Yang was stunned and said in a low voice, "Big Brother, we met the Rong Yi Tie family, who falsely accused us. It was Miss Wang who cleared our names." He paused and asked curiously, "Who is this Miss Wang? They seem to respect her a lot."

Rong Yi He laughed bitterly and said, "Given Miss Wang's status, it's hard for them not to respect her."

Rong Yi Yang looked at Miss Wang in surprise, sensing from his brother's tone that there was a great deal of respect and caution towards her.

His brows furrowed, unable to figure out her background.

Miss Wang looked around, hesitated for a moment, and finally said, "Brother Rong, are you returning to the Spirit Hall this time?"

Rong Kai Xuan nodded heavily, "Yes."

"Good, then we'll meet at the Spirit Hall." Miss Wang gave a slight bow and said, "I'll go ahead."

Rong Kai Xuan hurriedly returned the bow, "Miss Wang, have a safe journey."

"Wait." Suddenly, one of the riders spurred his horse forward.

This was a young man in his twenties, with a handsome face and a tall, imposing figure, exuding the air of a noble.

"Rong Kai Jie, what do you want?" Miss Wang asked expressionlessly.

Upon seeing this person, Rong Yi He's eyes immediately became sharp, but he made no other movements.

Rong Kai Jie smiled slightly and said, "Miss Wang, don't misunderstand." He turned his head and looked at Rong Kai Xuan, saying slowly, "I just want to know his name."

The other riders exchanged glances. They were all descendants of the Rong family's major figures, and although they were used to acting recklessly, none of them were fools. After a few glances between Rong Kai Jie and Rong Kai Xuan, they understood the situation.

Rong Kai Xuan was very puzzled and said loudly, "I am Rong Kai Xuan."

"Rong Kai Xuan..." A hint of sternness flashed in Rong Kai Jie's eyes. He said slowly, "I am Rong Kai Jie, my father is Rong Yi Tie, and my younger brother is Rong Kai Xin."

Rong Kai Xuan was stunned. His body gradually straightened on the horse, and his eyes met Rong Kai Jie's bravely.

Their eyes met in the air, like four steel knives crossing.

Miss Wang's eyebrows furrowed slightly, "Rong Kai Jie, you should know what your father and brother did. If you are dissatisfied with the outcome, you can come to me."

Rong Kai Jie laughed heartily, withdrew his gaze, and said, "Miss Wang, you misunderstand. In our Rong family, those who have merit are rewarded, and those who commit faults are punished. Since my father and brother violated the clan rules, they must be punished." He paused and said, "I am not dissatisfied; I just wanted to greet Brother Kai Xuan."

Miss Wang snorted lightly, kicked her horse's sides, and the horse neighed loudly, galloping ahead.

The others exchanged glances and followed on their horses.

Rong Kai Jie turned his horse, but as he turned his head, a faint, insect-like voice sounded in Rong Kai Xuan's ear.

"Don't think being a Spirit Gatherer makes you great. I will make you understand that no matter what you become, your entire family will be trampled under my feet. In front of me, you are just a nest of rats, and you will never be able to turn the tide, even in death..."

Rong Kai Xuan's fists clenched suddenly, his true qi and spirit power surging, as if ready to burst out at any moment.

If Rong Kai Jie were only targeting him, he wouldn't be so angry.

But the words involved his parents, which was a different matter.

At this moment, in his heart, Rong Kai Jie was already considered a mortal enemy.