Chapter 294: Summons From The Upper Sect
The marriage arrangements of the Li Family were sudden, but invitations were sent out to all the families with Qi Cultivators and above on the lake. All the families, except the Yu Family, attended. Even the Foundation Establishment Realm rogue cultivators on the western shore sent representatives to observe the ceremony. Fei Wangbai did not attend personally but sent his grandson, Fei Tongyu, in his stead.
Fei Tongyu, always the elegant gentleman of the Fei Family, held a fan in his hand as he stood among the guests. His words were polite and courteous, but his demeanor showed little joy. He observed the various proceedings of the Li Family, particularly at Li Yuanjiao who was holding a cup at the head of the table, and felt a sense of unease stirring within him.
Li Yuanjiao at the peak of the Embryonic Breathing Realm... such rapid progress. Although I have not seen Li Qinghong here, with her talent, she must at least be at the fifth stage of the Embryonic Breathing Realm! The rise of the Li Family is too swift; this could spell trouble.
Fei Tongyu set down his cup and glanced at a young man sitting quietly, drinking alone. Despite having no apparent cultivation, he was seated in a prominent position, indicating his importance within the family.
Fei Tongyu inquired, "May I know how to address you, brother?"
Li Yuanyun, lost in thought, was startled by Fei Tongyu's voice. Although Fei Tongyu did not know him, Yuanyun recognized him as the direct descendant of the Fei Family.
He replied politely, "You flatter me, but I am just a commoner. My name is Li Yuanyun, a direct descendant of the Li Family, but I do not deserve such respect from an immortal like you."
After spending several years mingling among the common folk, Li Yuanyun had long shed his youthful innocence and put on some weight. He had tried countless folk remedies and rituals to nurture a spiritual orifice—from praying to gods and Buddhas to distributing wealth and seeking the blessing of paper talismans, all of which had worn him down to a weary semblance of a middle-aged man.
Fei Tongyu, upon seeing him, then asked, "May I inquire about your relationship with Lady Qinghong?"