Family Management Game In Immortal Continent Chapter 776: Li Qiukong

Duravia Trade Prefecture, Immortal Domain.

In a state of frantic agitation, Supreme Elder Puci of the Ethereal Immortal Sect arrived, his Qi fluctuating wildly from his haste.

The serenity that usually defined his face had been replaced by a mask of fury; his clenched jaw betrayed the simmering rage within.

"You fools! Peace reigned over the lands of our two prefectures; how could you possibly strike at a junior of the Li family?"

"Bastards! Utter bastards!!!"

Supreme Elder Puci was well aware that the two clans had been rivals for generations, making an eventual war inevitable.

However, the Zhao Clan's stupidity was beyond measure.

Li Qiukong had perished within the grounds of the Ethereal Immortal Sect; the event was a clear accident, not a calculated strike by the Zhao Clan.

This proved that the Zhao Clan was utterly unprepared for an all-out conflict with the Li Clan.

He understood the Li family’s temperament perfectly—they were absolute lunatics.

To settle the score for a single life, they would gladly throw away ten of their own.

The situation was particularly dire for his Ethereal Immortal Sect, which was caught completely off guard.

Had Li Qiukong died elsewhere, it might have been manageable, but the boy had to breathe his last right where the Ethereal Immortal Sect stood.

How could he hope to avoid being dragged into the fallout?

"I demand to see Zhao Qingguang—no, I must see Fairy Bai!"

During previous visits to the Immortal Domain, Supreme Elder Puci had always behaved with elegance and poise.

Today, however, he discarded all decorum and status, storming directly into the Zhao Clan’s residence.

Inside the main hall, he found Zhao Qingguang perched on the primary seat, soaked in a cold sweat.

Fairy Bai and Zhao Buqun sat at his sides.

Even Fairy Bai, whose temperament was normally as tranquil as a lake, had her eyebrows pulled together in a tight frown.

Outside the hall, sixteen bodies were laid out.

They appeared to have been crudely mended with needle and thread, hinting at the violence of their ends; some remained little more than mangled flesh and personal trinkets.

Three individuals knelt before the remains, their faces twisted with indignation and fury, their bodies still bearing fresh wounds.

These were evidently the survivors from the clash at Spirit Mountain.

"Senior Puci."

Upon seeing Supreme Elder Puci, Zhao Qingguang actually let out a breath of relief.

He scrambled to greet the guest, guiding Supreme Elder Puci toward a chair.

"Ai, had Senior Puci not arrived, this junior was just about to set out for your Ethereal Immortal Sect."

"Hmph!" The fire in Supreme Elder Puci’s heart dimmed slightly, but he didn't bother with pleasantries for this Zhao clansman.

"I am aware of the events on Spirit Mountain. The priority now is finding a way to appease the Li clan's wrath."

"Yes, yes, of course." Zhao Qingguang nodded frantically.

He ignored the two clan elders, whose expressions were growing increasingly grim.

He was more aware than anyone that the family's current position was precarious, and they could not afford a major war with the Li clan right now.

He quickly inquired, "What course of action does Supreme Elder Puci suggest?"

"The Immortal-Martial Li family of Perennis Immortal City is of Li Xinnian's bloodline.

Li Qiukong was the firstborn of the main line, and moreover, he was the personal disciple of Monk Yuming from the Great Ming King Temple."

Supreme Elder Puci cast a look at the three men kneeling outside.

"What impressive skill—cultivators at the peak of the Golden Core realm harassing a mere Foundation Establishment junior. What kind of sense does that make?

The Li clan has long desired your Zhao clan’s formation that can manipulate celestial phenomena.

Surrender that as restitution, include a mid-grade Dharma Treasure, and hand these three over to the Li clan to beg for forgiveness; that might be enough to settle this."

At these words, the faces of the three men outside turned pale. The leader quickly prostrated himself toward the hall's interior.

"Family Head, Clan Elders, I beg for mercy! My Xianhe branch has served this family for many generations.

My son, Mi Yu, even manifested a rare immortal seedling; we have been loyal servants of the clan for years!"

With eyes shifting nervously, Zhao Mi Yu’s face was a mess of tears and snot.

"Furthermore, it was that Li Qiukong who started the insults on Spirit Mountain!

He attempted to seize the Heaven and Earth Spirit Spring that a junior of our clan found by luck.

I had no choice but to step in to protect the boy."

"And where is this son of yours? Are there any witnesses to this?" A look of revulsion crossed Supreme Elder Puci’s face.

Predictably, Zhao Mi Yu wailed in sorrow, "Senior, my son was murdered by Li Qiukong long ago! His body is right here.

That Li Qiukong clearly arrived with a plan—otherwise, how could even I have been wounded?

It was Li Qiukong who tried to kill us! They are the ones who should be apologizing! Yes, them!"

"You scoundrel!" Supreme Elder Puci struck the table in a rage.

He didn't give Zhao Mi Yu another look, instead turning a freezing sneer toward the flustered Zhao Qingguang.

"Family Head Zhao, do you really intend to feed this poor Daoist such rubbish as well?"

"No, no, not at all."

Zhao Qingguang inhaled deeply, a flicker of internal conflict visible in his eyes.

He looked at Zhao Mi Yu outside and ground his teeth together, "We shall proceed as Supreme Elder Puci..."

Before he could finish, a cold snort echoed from outside the chamber.

A young man walked in. At the sight of him, Zhao Mi Yu’s panic subsided, "Old Ancestor."

"Mm."

The youth was handsome, a gourd dangling from his hip. He looked at Zhao Qingguang with pure contempt.

"It is a disgrace to the clan that you were ever named Family Head. How could a child of my Xianhe line be discarded by a spineless fool like you?"

"You..." Zhao Qingguang’s face twisted.

The young man bowed toward Fairy Bai and Zhao Buqun.

"This junior, Jingmiao, came to see the two Clan Elders after hearing about the fate of our children.

Elders, twenty-six of my lineage's children were slaughtered, while the Li clan lost only one son. In the end, it is our Zhao Clan that has taken the heavier blow."

"Years ago, when the Three Thieves of the Li family killed one of our geniuses, Zhao Qingguang also settled the matter poorly. Dissatisfaction has been growing in the clan for a long time."

"Heh." Zhao Jingmiao directed a sneer at Zhao Qingguang.

"Zhao Qingguang, oh Zhao Qingguang. Allowing you to lead the Zhao Clan has truly made us lose face. Is my Zhao Clan truly so terrified of the Azure Cloud Li Clan?"

"Ridiculous!" Zhao Qingguang hissed through his teeth.

"Is this the moment to start a total war with the Li clan? And as for that genius from years ago—if he hadn't tried to murder the Three Thieves while they were vulnerable during their lightning tribulation, would he have met such an end?"

"Enough!" Supreme Elder Puci had no interest in the squabbling of juniors.

He turned his attention toward the two Void Refining experts.

"You two, this poor Daoist is here to act as a mediator, not to settle your family's internal disputes. The terms are on the table; the choice is yours."

"Clan Elders, do not let the loyalty of my Xianhe lineage turn cold."

Zhao Jingmiao’s expression grew icy.

...

Meanwhile.

Within the Star Domain.

[Your descendant, Li Qiukong, was blessed by the Qi Luck of Heaven and Earth at Spirit Mountain and discovered the opportunity of the Heaven and Earth Spirit Spring.]

[Your descendant, Li Qiukong, studied Buddhist arts and Dharma at the Great Ming King Temple. Profession Unlocked: Warrior Monk.]

[He reached a state of sudden enlightenment within the Heaven and Earth Spirit Spring, resulting in marrow cleansing and essence purification. His Double Spirit Root has evolved into a Single Spirit Root.

Trait Acquired: Post-Natal Metal Spirit. Speed of cultivation for Metal-attribute techniques and spells increased by 30%.]

[Your descendant, Li Qiukong, was ambushed by twenty-nine members of the Immortal Zhao Clan. While in the middle of his enlightenment, he fought the attackers, using every trump card he possessed, and fell in battle.]

[As he faced death, your descendant, Li Qiukong, gripped the Ancestral Spirit Tablet.

He requested You to pass his farewells to his father, Li Jianshu, and the elders.

He wished for You to tell the clan that he took many enemies with him to the grave, and that he never brought shame upon the family.]

[Clansman Li Qiukong, Fallen in Battle.]