The clan elders felt a jolt in their hearts. They had all divided the spirit stones and treasures back then, and now to ask them to return it was more painful than cutting off flesh. Those were cultivation resources, after all. No one expected that couple to be so wealthy. According to clan custom, all property of families left with only a widowed mother and orphans was to be surrendered to the clan. The pretense was that the clan would keep it safe and take care of the dependents, but in reality, it was outright robbery!
"Everyone, I think you should go home and gather the property you took while 'looking after' Ye'er for the clan. Otherwise, the clan has no other Mountain Suppressing Stone," Ji Shui interjected from the side. He had been deliberately sent on a mission by the clan and by the time he returned, everything was already decided!
One elder was unwilling to give it back. He didn't want to part with it.
"We don't remember what we have, how can we return it? You are the younger generation, you were entrusted with its safekeeping. If it was used, it was considered a gift. How can you demand it back?"
"You took two thousand-year-old Ganoderma, ten ten-thousand-year-old ginseng, five hundred thousand top-grade spirit stones, two dou of various colored gems, and three tenth-tier demon beast inner cores... Do you need me to continue?" Ju Yin looked at him, stating the quantities of items he had taken. They had divided the spoils openly in front of her brother and her. Ji Jiu was foolish, but no one knew she had a photographic memory.
Being exposed publicly, the elder immediately broke out in a cold sweat. He repeatedly agreed to go home and gather the items and then fled immediately. Seeing this, the others dared not say anything more. They all rushed home to search for their property. Never mind the chaos that ensued in their homes, after handing over the compensating spirit stones and treasures, their family fortunes were halved. Several of their unfilial descendants had squandered their wealth, and it wasn't like in the past. Afterwards, they all had to live frugally for quite some time.
The Ji family had begun to decline after Ji Wuye's father perished. Without their strongest member holding the fort, they were suppressed by other influential families, and their territory and industries were halved. Enemies also kicked them while they were down, seizing a significant portion of the Ji family's assets.
Ji Wuye was greatly shocked when he heard his sister accurately state the quantities of items they had taken. At that time, his sister was less than ten years old, and everyone considered her an idiot, lost in her own world. She showed no reaction when anyone spoke to her. Only when she heard her family speak would she obediently respond.
Having arranged for them to collect the items at the same time tomorrow, Ju Yin and the other two left. The guards at the gate watched the three as they departed elegantly, with fearful eyes. The matter of the Mountain Suppressing Stone quickly spread. Such a huge commotion had everyone thinking it was an enemy attack, and all those with combat strength in the clan had rushed over. If it weren't for the guards who knew the truth holding them back, the disciples of the entire clan would likely have had the chance to witness the despicable faces of their beloved elders. httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
Madam Ji, holding her daughter whose cultivation had been crippled, and harboring the hatred of her clan's destruction, looked at them leave with venom in her eyes. She swore she would not let them go. She also came to hate the Ji Clan Leader; this incompetent man couldn't even protect his own wife and children. What a coward!
Ju Yin sensed the malice coming from behind her. She curled her lips, unafraid. She only feared they wouldn't come. If it weren't for her brother's difficult position, Ji Qianqian would surely have died.
Suddenly, a tremor shook the spatial artifact. Steward Zhu, A You, Xiao Bai, Xiao Wang You, and the others were all ejected. Even the meditating Qi Mo and the Water Spider couple were brought out. It turned out that Uncle Long Da had successfully upgraded the spatial utilization formation.
Ji Wuye was startled when everyone appeared out of thin air. Seeing unfamiliar faces, he quickly pulled his sister behind him, and Ji Chenmu also reacted a moment later, stepping in front to shield them.
Ju Yin was amused by their actions.
"Don't be nervous, they are family," Ju Yin said with a smile, looking at the people opposite them.
The crowd, suddenly ejected, were still bewildered in the unfamiliar environment. Upon seeing Ju Yin, they became excited and immediately gathered around her, chattering incessantly.
"Sister, where is this? Did you sneak out to play again without telling me?" Xiao Bai pouted in accusation.
"Master, why were we ejected again?" Xiao Wang You also looked confused.
"Is this Jiuye City?" Steward Zhu said with an air of wisdom. The fairy had asked about Jiuye before setting out, and he had this suspicion.
"Greetings, Master!" Qi Mo had just come out of seclusion and was ejected, but he was very happy to see his master. He had finally become stronger and could protect his master.
The Water Spider couple also came to pay their respects. Ju Yin nodded to each of them.
"One by one, I don't know who to answer first. This is Jiuye City. Let me introduce you to my two elder brothers, Ji Wuye and Ji Chenmu."
"Hello, I am Qi Mo! I am the Master's mount."
"Hello, I am Chi Zu, and this is my wife Zhi Meng! We are subordinates of Master Xiao Bai."
"Hello, I am A You, I am the Master's chef!"
Ji Wuye and Ji Chenmu were still in shock. They had met Steward Zhu and those two young ladies before, but the words of the others made them feel a bit deafened. Their sister actually had a mount? Had their sister fallen into the sea and been taken as a disciple by an immortal? Was she that amazing? Although he could sense that Qi Mo was no ordinary person and his cultivation was unfathomable, was it really like that? Only spirit beasts were called mounts. Xiao Bai, this Nine-Tailed Fox divine beast, being his sister's spiritual pet was already enviable to the point of red eyes. What kind of mount could transform into human form?
Xiao Bai giggled upon seeing the stunned expressions of Ji Wuye and Ji Chenmu.
"You guys look so silly! Hahaha. Can I call you brothers? You are Sister's brothers, so you are my brothers too!"
"Yes, thank you for your kindness!" Ji Wuye came back to his senses and looked at Xiao Bai, who had protected him in the past. His heart stirred!
"Right, right, you can call us whatever you like?" Ji Chenmu grinned widely, revealing his teeth. Sister Ji never ceased to surprise them.
"Fairy, let's find a place to stay! I have a villa in Jiuye City, let's go there to rest. Speaking of which, A You had just finished cooking and hadn't had time to eat before being ejected," Steward Zhu suggested, seeing that they were attracting attention standing on the street.
"Yes, yes, Sister, I'm so hungry. I want to eat delicious food," Xiao Bai's stomach rumbled.
When food was mentioned, everyone felt a pang of hunger. They were not accustomed to eating辟谷丹 (Bigu Dan - pills to sustain oneself without food) and were used to three meals a day.
"I know Jiuye City best, I'll take you to a restaurant to eat delicious food, my treat!" Ji Chenmu immediately stepped forward to suggest. He wanted to infiltrate his sister's inner circle, and eating and drinking was the easiest way to build relationships. If one meal wasn't enough, then two!
Ju Yin looked at Ji Chenmu suspiciously. Was his wallet fat enough? She felt pity for her naive, oblivious brother's wallet. Nowadays, she wouldn't casually offer to treat, as she was loath to part with spirit stones.
Xiao Bai became excited. Great! He could finally taste outside delicacies, and someone was treating. Occasionally changing tastes was necessary.
Ji Chenmu was very generous and took the group to the most famous restaurant. He boldly told everyone to order whatever they wanted. The restaurant manager saw this group of exceptionally handsome men and beautiful women, clearly of noble birth and with powerful auras, and personally led them to a private room.