Chapter 19: When the Time Comes

Heaven and Earth are Equally Powerful

When Wen Lingxue returned to Su Yi's side, her beautiful face was as radiant and melting as a lake of ice and snow.

"Jie Fu, this feels amazing," the girl's clear and lively eyes sparkled with excitement.

Su Yi smiled and gave her some guidance. "In dealing with people and the world, leveraging opportunities is also a skill. Those who are skilled at leveraging opportunities are like sailing with the wind, effortlessly gliding through. Some powerful cultivators can even leverage the power of heaven and earth to achieve enlightenment."

"However, borrowed things are ultimately not long-lasting. As the saying goes, when the time comes, heaven and earth are equally powerful, and fortune can change heroes. Relying on external forces will eventually lead to being abandoned by external forces."

After hearing this, Wen Lingxue pondered and said, "Jie Fu, are you saying that whether or not we leverage opportunities, we should ultimately become strong ourselves, right?"

Su Yi smiled and nodded. The young girl was intelligent and understanding, and it was enough to grasp the essence of the matter.

Not far away, a resentful gaze fell upon Su Yi.

It was Wen Shaobei.

He didn't dare to offend Wen Lingxue but intended to vent his anger on Su Yi.

Moreover, he was confident that Wen Lingxue had no say in this matter because in the entire Wen family, no one would care if Su Yi was being humiliated.

Su Yi naturally noticed Wen Shaobei's gaze but didn't pay it any attention.

If this kid dared to play any tricks, he would teach him a lesson on how to conduct oneself properly.

Next, Su Yi and Wen Lingxue sat down at a table in the courtyard.

However, Wen Lingxue gradually noticed that something was amiss. The tables nearby were almost full of people chatting and laughing, creating a lively atmosphere.

But their table, with only the two of them, appeared exceptionally deserted and conspicuous in the entire area.

"Jie Fu..." Wen Lingxue glanced at Su Yi, feeling both angry and worried.

How could she not see that whether it was the Wen family members or the guests attending the banquet, they all regarded Su Yi as an ominous presence, wanting to avoid him at all costs!

However, Su Yi seemed relaxed and leisurely. He lifted the wine jug and poured himself a cup, jokingly saying, "Among those who can drink with you and me, there is not a single person here."

Wen Lingxue couldn't help but purse her lips and chuckle, relaxing herself as well.

Not far away, a cute-looking child, about six or seven years old, approached, clearly looking for a place to sit.

"Xiao Mingrong, come sit with sister," Wen Lingxue waved cheerfully.

The child happily agreed but stopped in his tracks when he saw Su Yi. He raised his voice and shouted, "Although I, Wen Mingrong, am young, I am ashamed to associate with a burden like Su Yi!"

The lively atmosphere nearby suddenly quieted down, and everyone's expressions turned strange. Soon, laughter filled the air, carrying a sense of joy.

Wen Shaobei and the others laughed heartily, unable to contain their amusement.

Children often speak without restraint, but they also speak the truth.

That child's words directly exposed Su Yi's lowly position in the Wen family!

Wen Lingxue's face turned frosty, and she glared fiercely at the little brat. She couldn't really argue with a child.

Looking at Su Yi, he seemed completely oblivious, pouring and drinking his wine, enjoying himself.

...

In the main hall of the clan.

Qin Jing also felt uncomfortable in her heart.

The hall was filled with distinguished guests and noble figures, but they almost all gathered around Clan Leader Wen Changtai and the Second Elder, Wen Changqing.

As for her and her husband, Wen Changtai, almost no one paid any attention to their table. They sat there alone, feeling extremely awkward.

Even the old lady sitting at the main seat kept her gaze fixed on Clan Leader Wen Changjing and Second Elder Wen Changqing.

This feeling of being ignored made Qin Jing resentful.

"Look at your two brothers, and look at yourself. In this lifetime, I can't rely on you to make a name for yourself!" Qin Jing glared fiercely at her husband, Wen Changtai.

Qin Jing regretted it in her heart. If she had known, she would have written a letter to her eldest daughter to come back. With her identity as a disciple of Tianyuan Academy, she could at least help her uphold the scene.

"Ah, we're all family. Why say such things," Wen Changtai sighed.

Qin Jing became even more annoyed and whispered, "Look at those clan members from the branches. They're all laughing at our family! Even the limelight of your older brother's son, Jueyuan, surpasses our family!"

She vented all her grievances, "If you had some ability, our family wouldn't be in such a humiliating situation!"

Wen Changtai had a worried expression and dared not speak up.

During their conversation, more important figures arrived to offer birthday wishes. Each one brought generous gifts, making the old lady's face radiant with joy.

Meanwhile, Clan Leader Wen Changtai and Second Elder Wen Changqing conversed and laughed with these important figures, all full of confidence.

Witnessing these scenes, Qin Jing felt extremely uneasy.

Just then, a loud and childish voice rang out from outside the hall, "Although I, Wen Mingrong, am young, I am ashamed to associate with a burden like Su Yi!"

This abrupt voice was heard by everyone in the hall, causing the previously lively atmosphere to come to a halt.

Immediately after, laughter erupted outside the hall, even causing the important figures inside to join in.

Su Yi!

Who in Guangling City didn't know about this burden of the Wen family?

"Whose child is this? At such a young age, to have such audacity. He has boundless prospects in the future," a silver-haired old man laughed and spoke.

His words triggered another round of laughter.

Qin Jing felt a burning sensation on her cheeks. She glanced at her mediocre husband by her side and then thought of Su Yi, her son-in-law. A sense of desolation filled her heart.

I've ended up with a man without any ability, and even my daughter's husband is so pathetic. How unfair is the world!

Amidst this lively atmosphere, a voice suddenly came from afar, "Huang Clan Leader Huang Yunchong, accompanied by Huang Clan members, has come to offer birthday wishes!"

Everyone in the main hall was taken aback.

In Guangling City, the Huang Clan ranked second among the three major clans. Huang Yunchong was a powerful figure whose name resounded throughout the city.

Although there were many esteemed guests and important figures in the main hall, very few could compare to Huang Yunchong in terms of status.

"Please, please," the old lady sitting at the head said with a smile.

Regardless of the past grievances between the Huang and Wen families, at least now the head of the Huang family had personally arrived, which brought some glory to the Wen family.

Immediately, Wen Changjing and Wen Changqing stood up together, preparing to welcome him.

Outside the main hall, the gazes of the Wen family members and guests all turned towards a distant figure.

Soon, a man in a purple robe with a majestic figure walked in, followed by his legitimate son Huang Qianjun. Behind them were two old servants and a group of attendants.

Their presence was like stars surrounding the moon.

"Huang Clan Leader!"

"Uncle Huang is here too?"

"Honored by Brother Huang's visit, we are truly amazed."

As Huang Yunchong walked along, the guests began to greet him with humility, some even with flattery in their expressions.

Even some of the Wen family members showed reverence and eagerness.

Young Huang Qianjun followed behind his father, with an aloof demeanor. He was already accustomed to such occasions.

Suddenly, Huang Yunchong paused in his steps and looked towards a particular spot.

Everyone followed his gaze and saw that almost everyone in the nearby area had stood up, except for one table where a man and a woman sat without moving, attracting attention.

It was Su Yi and Wen Lingxue.

"No manners!"

Many guests shook their heads inwardly.

Some Wen family members frowned as well. How could the prestigious Huang Clan leader personally arrive and still sit so openly?

An elder from the Wen family cleared his throat, preparing to scold Su Yi and Wen Lingxue, but his eyes suddenly widened.

He saw Huang Yunchong quickly step forward, slightly bowing and clasping his fists, saying, "Master Su."

The entire hall fell silent.

Everyone looked astonished.

Su Yi seemed to have just realized and raised his eyes slightly, looking at Huang Yunchong. He asked, "Here to celebrate the birthday?"

Huang Yunchong nodded, "Exactly."

Su Yi made a sound of acknowledgement and then diverted his gaze, lifting the wine jug to pour himself another cup, no longer paying attention to Huang Yunchong.

However, Huang Yunchong showed no sign of anger, as if he thought it was natural for Su Yi not to stand up and show respect.

This astonished countless people present, who could hardly believe their eyes.

At this moment, Clan Chief Wen Changjing had hurried over, laughing heartily as he cupped his hands and said, "Brother Huang, please come with me to the ancestral hall for a chat."

Seeing Su Yi's indifferent response, Huang Yunchong straightened his figure, and his imposing aura changed. His brows exuded an air of authority and disdain.

"No trouble at all."

Huang Yunchong nodded to Wen Changjing and headed towards the ancestral hall.

Leaving the stunned crowd behind, a silence fell over the place.

"Why was Clan Chief Huang so polite to that son-in-law?"

More than one person felt turmoil in their hearts, filled with confusion.

"What's going on?"

Wen Shaobei and the other Wen family members were bewildered. With Huang Yunchong's status, how could he take the initiative to show respect to a lowly son-in-law like Su Yi?

The expressions of the guests present also became peculiar, sensing something unusual.

"Brother-in-law, this..."

Wen Lingxue also felt puzzled as she looked at Su Yi with her starry eyes.

"A few days ago, I beat up Huang Qianjun. Yesterday at noon, Huang Yunchong personally came to Juxian Tower to apologize to me."

Su Yi smiled and said, "From now on, you don't need to worry about the Huang family causing trouble for you."

"Ah?"

Wen Lingxue was so shocked that she couldn't speak.

Su Yi's words were too casual, leaving her unsure whether to take them seriously or not.

Meanwhile, inside the ancestral hall, many influential figures sensed that something was amiss. When Huang Yunchong entered, all eyes in the hall converged on him.

Ignoring the gazes of the people in the hall, Huang Yunchong walked straight to the side of the Wen family matriarch and instructed, "Bring forth the birthday gift."

Immediately, an old servant stepped forward, presenting a jade box and respectfully said, "Matriarch, this is the birthday gift prepared by our master. It is a pair of Ruyi made of century-old jade, wishing the matriarch longevity and everything to go as desired."

The matriarch felt a sense of honor and smiled, saying, "I'm already delighted that you could come. What need is there for any gift? Changjing, please invite Clan Chief Huang to take a seat."

Wen Changjing beside her smiled and beckoned, "Brother Huang, please come over here."

"Hold on."

Huang Yunchong waved his hand and then, under the incredulous gaze of everyone, took a step towards the table where Wen Changtai and his wife sat. He had a smile on his face as he clasped his hands and said, "Brother Changtai, Sister Qingqing, I heard that your daughter has entered Tianyuan Academy for cultivation. This is truly a rare joyous occasion. I have brought a small gift on this visit, just a token of my appreciation. Please do not refuse."