The whole family went mad, but the junior sister turned the tables and her luck soared.

Chapter 557 Xie Family Trial

Is he just one step away from becoming an immortal?

Yun Yici raised an eyebrow slightly.

Xie Guanxuan added, "The Xie family organizes a family trial every ten years, and anyone with the Xie family bloodline can participate."

"I... went to the seabed to hunt sea beasts during the day so that I could save up more spirit stones to participate in this year's trial."

"Without the protection of a family, even if one bears the surname Xie, one cannot protect one's wife, children, and elderly parents."

"Over the years, the Xie family has grown larger and larger."

He hesitated for a moment, but decided to tell everyone he knew.

"I heard it from my father. None of the current direct descendants have awakened the family's talent. If someone in the clan can awaken their talent, regardless of their background, they will be the next clan leader."

The emperor couldn't help but scoff: "So the Xie family keeps having children, gambling on talent, and in order to consolidate power, they first send their descendants out, and then select the best to recall them."

Xie Guanxuan was a little embarrassed, but he still nodded.

"You're right."

He was taught from a young age to take pride in his family and to prioritize the family's interests above all else.

But when his lover stood on the other side of the family, he couldn't go against his conscience.

Thinking about the consequences of his actions today, Xie Guanxuan did not regret his actions, but he still felt heavy-hearted.

In front of his Daoist partner, he forced himself to stay alert: "I have already committed a grave offense against the family, so it is impossible for me to participate in the family trial again."

"Fortunately, Yingniang is unharmed. I want to take her to the sea to take refuge for a while, and then find a small town to live a peaceful life after this is over."

"My lords, would you like to come with me?"

Yun Yici shook her head: "I need you to do something for me. In exchange, I can grant you one request."

"Of course, you can refuse."

Xie Guanxuan replied without hesitation, "Senior saved my Daoist partner and me from danger. I am unable to repay your kindness."

"If there is anything I can do to help, I will do my duty without hesitation."

Yun Yici: "I haven't finished speaking yet. This matter goes against the fate of your family."

Xie Guanxuan smiled bitterly and said, "Senior is joking. My actions today have destined me to be on a different path from the Xie family."

Yun Yici said with satisfaction, "If that's the case, then you should prepare to participate in the Xie family's family trial."

Xie Guanxuan and Yingniang both looked surprised.

Before they could ask any more questions, Rong Xuan spoke up from inside the room.

"Junior sister, someone is requesting an audience with the city lord. He looks like a guard captain."

"They said they were chasing the clam demon but were intercepted and have now gained nothing."

Xie Guanxuan and Yingniang were suddenly startled, and simultaneously remembered the guards of Wangyou City who had chased them before.

Yun Yici reassured him, "You two should go and rest in the other courtyard. We'll handle things outside."

"You don't need to worry about anything else. Besides, if you go to the Xie family for the trial, I will ensure your safety."

Her friendly tone inspired trust in people.

Rong Xuan manipulated Xie Chunqiu to go out and "receive guests," and then summoned the steward back from outside, taking Xie Guanxuan and his wife to the courtyard next door to settle down.

Before Yun Yici left, with Shen Huaichuan there, they quickly figured out the situation at the City Lord's Mansion and also managed to control the two Nascent Soul cultivators.

The entire city lord's mansion is now completely under their control.

The portly city lord quickly went to the council hall at the front.

Inside the hall were two people. One was Commander Hu, who had been eager to present the woman to the other. He was all smiles, gloating, and glancing sideways at the other person.

This person is none other than Leader Li, who was intercepted by Yun Yici.

Unlike Commander Hu, he looked extremely anxious.

After he returned, he immediately led his men to surround the fishing village, only to find it deserted.

Left with no other choice, he had to return to the city to apologize.

However, he still held a sliver of hope in his heart, for the mysterious man in black robes had said that the city lord had already made a decision.

What if?

As soon as Xie Chunqiu stepped into the hall, Chief Li knelt down tremblingly and begged for forgiveness: "My lord! Those clam demons have escaped!"

“A powerful cultivator helped them escape, and we were unable to resist them despite our best efforts. The cultivator even claimed that this was your idea.”

Rong Xuan, through Xie Chunqiu's words, said disdainfully, "Hmph, what are those clam demons? I have already found something more precious than the Eastern Pearl."

"If I offer this treasure, the head of the family will surely look at me differently."

"By the time......"

Commander Hu eagerly leaned closer: "When you return to your family, sir, please don't forget me."

Xie Chunqiu slapped the person away: "Get out, get out, you've ruined my mood tonight."

Commander Hu was slapped, and knowing he had offended the enemy, he sheepishly retreated to the side.

Leader Li secretly breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that Xie Chunqiu was not going to pursue the matter.

Xie Chunqiu was a lecherous fool, but he knew what could be faked and what couldn't, which was why the Xie family tolerated him sitting in the position of city lord.

Knowing Xie Chunqiu's character well, the two believed him immediately and took their leave.