I Have a Compass for Opportunity

While there, let Liou Yuan check out their Ice Vein’s Cangxue Sword.

Afterwards, without any delay, take Liou Yuan back to Xiang Mountain via the teleportation Array.

As the Patriarch of the Liou Family, Liou Zhen had to oversee numerous clan affairs.

He directly had Liou Hongjun gather the key family members handling various matters at Fragrance Tower.

It was then that the Liou Family members at Xiang Mountain realized that their Patriarch Liou Hexuan had fled to Five Extremes Mountain with the "Taichu Ice Mirror."

This naturally caused an uproar below, with many Liou Family members unable to accept the outcome, feeling lost and despondent.

Some elders even cursed Liou Hexuan.

Although they were members of the Liou Family, they were also under the jurisdiction of Five Extremes Mountain. Liou Hexuan’s actions undoubtedly brought shame to the Liou Family and dishonored their ancestors.

Furthermore, by taking the "Taichu Ice Mirror," he had effectively blocked the Liou Family’s path to the Golden Core.

Many even questioned Liou Zhen, asking if he had the qualifications to be the Patriarch.

The one asking was an elder from the Fog Vein, by seniority Liou Hexuan’s uncle, who was killed by Liou Zhen with a single sword strike at Fragrance Tower.

"Patriarch’s position, decreed by the Sect Leader, those who defy will be dealt with according to clan rules."

Liou Zhen’s stern voice echoed through Fragrance Tower.

The elder’s body turned into an ice sculpture under Liou Zhen’s Sword Qi, leaving the key family members shocked and scared, not daring to say another word.

During the battle at the Chaotic Scene, Liou Zhen had proven his prowess to the world.

Words were unnecessary; just sitting in the Patriarch’s position and sweeping his gaze would make everyone bow their heads.

"Hey, these people are really despicable." Liou Yuan stood beside Liou Zhen, looking down at the terrified crowd, a sneer playing on his lips.

Liou Zhen quickly assumed the role of Patriarch, beginning to tally the Liou Family’s assets and resources in their treasure vault.

He arrived at a result that made even Liou Yuan feel a headache.

Before leaving, Liou Hexuan had nearly drained all resources from the Liou Family’s treasure vault, emptying the accumulation of hundreds of years.

Fortunately, the Liou Family still had some industries on Five Extremes Mountain that provided stable income.

Especially the artifact refining business managed by Liou Hongjun, which had always been the Liou Family’s main source of revenue.

But as a family under the jurisdiction of Five Extremes Mountain, the Liou Family had to tribute every five years, with the resources for tributes accounting for nearly thirty percent of their industry’s revenue.

Now that the Liou Family’s foundation had been emptied by Liou Hexuan, whether the next tribute could be met was still a question.

"It’s just a huge mess!" Liou Yuan listened to the reports from the Liou Family members below, rubbing his temples.

"This time, with such a major incident in the Liou Family, the Sect Leader should be understanding as well."

"I just hope they don’t force the Liou Family to tribute, or else we’ll have to sell off assets."

Liou Yuan felt that Xuanyi likely would not pressure the Liou Family, given Liou Hexuan’s betrayal, the Five Extremes Mountain’s leadership also holds some responsibility.

Liou Yuan stayed with Liou Zhen at Wenda Tower for a day.

After getting a general understanding of the Liou Family’s asset distribution, Liou Zhen dismissed everyone.

At Fragrance Tower, he said to Liou Yuan, "As brothers of the Ice Vein lineage, it’s reasonable for us to reside at Xiang Mountain. You can choose Xiang Mountain as the location to break through to Foundation Establishment in seclusion."

"The Liou Family, as one of the seven prestigious families, has several fine secret chambers, not inferior to your Fifth Peak dwelling."

"Good!" Liou Zhen’s words hit Liou Yuan right where he wanted.

Training on the Fifth Peak is nowhere as safe as Xiang Mountain with Liou Zhen’s presence.

As he secludes himself for Foundation Establishment at Xiang Mountain, Liou Zhen can be nearby to guard Liou Yuan’s path.

"At that time, the Profound Yin Cold Marrow Stone can also be moved to Xiang Mountain." Liou Yuan thought with vibrant eyes.

Of course, before going into seclusion, Liou Yuan needed to make a trip back to Fifth Peak.

He had to retrieve the Array Disc left at the Fifth Peak, and conveniently bring Gong Linqing back to Xiang Mountain.

"Now that we’re moving to Xiang Mountain, Gong Linqing surely will be useful. With his capabilities, he can undoubtedly manage some of Liou Family’s industries."

Gong Linqing was a trusted individual, whom Liou Yuan felt confident using.

Besides, most Liou Family members are from Fog Vein, constrained by Liou Zhen’s martial intimidation to avoid defiance.

No one could tell what they were thinking, likely performing in a dual-faced manner.

Delegating some affairs to Gong Linqing can also relieve Liou Zhen of trivial matters.

The more Liou Yuan thought about it, the more feasible it seemed, and he promptly bid farewell to Liou Zhen and headed straight for Fifth Peak.

On his way up the mountainside, it was pure coincidence that he encountered a Liou Family member from Fog Vein named Liou Qifeng.

Liou Qifeng was the one brought by Liou Hexuan to the Chaotic Scene, meant to battle Liou Yuan, a fellow ranked fifth among the Outer Sect.

Seeing that Liou Qifeng might not match Liou Yuan, Liou Hexuan improvised, letting Liou Xie crush his Qi Mansion and engage in a death battle with Liou Yuan at the Chaotic Scene.

Liou Hexuan’s decision safeguarded Liou Qifeng’s life.

Otherwise, considering Liou Yuan’s performance on that day at the Chaotic Scene, lasting through two sword strikes by Liou Yuan might have been uncertain.

Nonetheless, Liou Qifeng wasn’t weak, ranking nearly fifth in the Outer Sect, at least comparable to someone at the level of Yan Yingsi.

Like Liou Tao, who perished at Liou Yuan’s hands, he had the Five-Star Mist Acupoint, now holding the highest aptitude in Fog Vein.

He wore a light gray robe with an ancient jade hanging from his waist, displaying the charisma of a noble family youth in his every move.

Undoubtedly, aware of Liou Hexuan’s betrayal, this young man looked heavy-hearted.

Upon seeing Liou Yuan, his expression instantly transformed, body stiffening, filled with a wary demeanor.

After the Chaotic Scene battle, Liou Yuan had crushed Liou Xie, shattering Liou Qifeng’s pride, fully recognizing he was no match for Liou Yuan.

"No need to be tense, the Chaotic Scene has ended, Five Extremes Mountain prohibits disciples from mutual harm." Liou Yuan brushed past Liou Qifeng, wearing a half-smiling expression.

Liou Qifeng remained silent, giving no reply to Liou Yuan, only watching as Liou Yuan’s figure transformed into a stream of light, disappearing from Xiang Mountain.

"Hey, with big brother stepping to Xiang Mountain, Fog Vein people must still be utilized."

"Hopefully, this Liou Qifeng can recognize the situation."

Liou Yuan exited Xiang Mountain, stepping onto the Flying Sword, soaring skyward, glancing back at the figure still standing on the stairway, musing to himself, "Or else, only death awaits."

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