At noon, Fang Chen returned to the mansion and saw Fang Hong already waiting in the front hall.
"Father!"
"Why did you go out in the rain early today?" Fang Hong was very interested.
"Back to my father, the boy was invited by his old friend to go to Tianxin Lake to have a talk.
"I see."
Seeing that Fang Hong was specially waiting for him, Fang Chen quickly asked: "Father, do you want to see me for something?"
"I've been looking for a chance to talk to you for the past two days. Unfortunately, you were in retreat yesterday and went out early today. I might as well just sit here and wait for you."
After hearing Fang Hong's words, Fang Chen quickly apologized.
"It is a child's sin to keep his father waiting."
"Haha, it's not a big deal. You don't have to blame yourself. I just want to ask, what happened to the vision of heaven and earth that happened at your residence the day before yesterday?"
"Well, this matter..."
Seeing that Fang Chen was in trouble, Fang Hong waved his hand.
"If you are not comfortable disclosing it, then there is no need to say it."
"I'm sorry, father, this matter involves major secrets and may even bring trouble to the Fang family. Therefore, even for you, it is really inconvenient for my child to reveal it."
Fang Chen didn't want to lie about his father, but if word got out about Lin Yu's practice of Qinglong Jue, his situation would be in danger.
After careful consideration, Fang Chen simply said nothing.
"In that case, I won't ask any more questions." Fang Hong changed the topic, "By the way, Liu Xuan was here yesterday."
"Oh? What is he here for?" Fang Chen didn't understand Liu Xuan's purpose.
"He came to celebrate the new warrior in the house, and also asked me about the vision of heaven and earth, but because you are practicing in seclusion, I didn't say much."
"I know, kid." After being reminded by Liu Ning, Fang Chen secretly kept an eye on it. He felt that Liu Xuan's purpose was not pure.
At this moment, Fang Hong changed the topic again.
"Chen'er, you are already twenty-nine this year, right?"
"Yes, Father."
"After the New Year, it's time to get married. It stands to reason that for most people at your age, their children can run around. You have been wasting a lot of time because of your cultivation. Now it's time for you to start a family."
"Dad, I..." Unexpectedly, Fang Hong suddenly mentioned this matter, and Fang Chen was not prepared for the moment.
"I think you have a close relationship with Miss Liu. You have known each other since childhood, and your family backgrounds, talents, and education are quite compatible. So when Liu Xuan came yesterday, I mentioned your marriage to Miss Liu, and he I also promised to consider it. Now I want to know, what are your thoughts?"
Fang Chen shook his head: "I'm sorry, father, I don't have this plan yet."
"Why, are you not satisfied with Miss Liu's family?"
"That's not the case, it's just that I'm at the most critical point in my cultivation and I don't want to be distracted by other things."
"Well, in that case, I won't force you. I just don't know how to explain it to the Liu family when the time comes."
Fang Chen was also slightly apologetic.
"The child did something wrong and made his father worry."
Fang Hong pretended to sigh and said: "Speaking of which, I'm already in my fifties now, and I won't be able to do it in a few years. When are you going to come back and inherit the position of the head of the Fang family?"
"How is that possible? With my father's body, it shouldn't be a problem to work for another twenty years, right?" Fang Chen pretended to be surprised.
"Well, now I feel more and more unable to handle some family affairs. Maybe it's time for me to retire." Fang Hong was also quite helpless as his eldest son was away from home all year round.
"Sorry, father, my child can't agree to this." Fang Chen refused again.
"Why, you don't even want this home anymore?" Fang Hong was obviously a little angry.
"No, I never meant that!"
"You have experienced outside for many years and have a broad vision. I know that this little property at home is difficult for you to judge. But no matter how small or shabby the temple is, it is still your home. After all, it is the inheritance passed down by the ancestors. As the eldest son, you are here to take charge of the temple. Home is naturally the most suitable place." Fang Hong was moved with emotion.
"Father, the Fang family is my home and the place where I have lived since I was a child. My child has no intention of looking down on the Fang family. However, my child has just said that my child is obsessed with cultivation and cannot be distracted from other affairs..."
"Well, your two younger brothers are competing with each other overtly and covertly for the position of the head of the family. I have scolded them many times for this. But it is better for you, the eldest brother, to let me say all the good things with all my sincerity. After all, I just don’t want to inherit the position of the head of the family.”
It seemed that Fang Chen's attitude had been known for a long time, and Fang Hong stopped trying to persuade him.
"Since you are so determined, I won't force you. However, who do you think is more suitable to take over the position of head of the family, Ping'er or Yang'er?"
"Dad, this kid..."
"But if you keep talking, it would be shameful for you to shirk this matter!"
Fang Chen was about to refuse, but Fang Hong suppressed him with the word "unworthy".
"In that case, let me tell you my humble opinion."
As a last resort, Fang Chen had to put forward his own opinion.
"I think Yang'er has been smart and smart since he was a child and is loved by his elders. However, Yang'er's character is too flamboyant and violent, so he is not suitable for entrusting him with important tasks. Although Ping'er has ordinary talents, he works hard and never complains, and has always been diligent. Handle the family business conscientiously. If Ping'er is allowed to take charge of the Fang family, the Fang family will not have great development, but there will also be no major changes."
"So, you want Ping'er to take over as the head of the Fang family?" Fang Hong asked.
"Dad, Ha'er is not targeting Yang'er, but in Ha'er's opinion, letting Ping'er take charge of the Fang family is indeed the best plan now."
Fang Hong nodded, quite satisfied with Fang Chen's answer.
"Your point of view is indeed reasonable. Yang'er and Heping'er have temperamental personalities. Although the Fang family is now quite large, it has some insufficient foundation. It really needs a development path of stability and progress. . In comparison, Ping'er is indeed more suitable to succeed the head of the family."
Fang Chen also said: "This matter is entirely decided by my father."
"Okay, I have nothing else to do here, so I won't waste your time. You can go back to your room."
"Yes..." Fang Chen bowed to Fang Hong and left the front hall.
What Fang Chen and Fang Hong didn't know was that behind the door not far away, Fang Yang heard their conversation clearly, especially when he learned that Fang Chen wanted Fang Hong to pass on the title of head of the family to Fang Yang. Normally, his fists would turn white from clenching, and reluctance and anger suddenly filled his heart.
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Underground training room.
Lin Yuzheng was practicing alone. His arms contracted and his body twisted and changed at the same time, like a squirming snake. From time to time, he suddenly exerted force in strange postures and punched.
The boxing technique he is practicing is the "Blue Dragon Fist" included in Qinglong Jue.
Like the Qinglong Jue, this set of Canglong Fist is also quite strange. The use of internal energy and physical exertion are completely different from ordinary boxing techniques.
If ordinary warriors practice this boxing method, it is very easy for their meridians to become disordered or even go crazy. They must have the Qinglong Jue mental method as the basis to practice this boxing.
Just when Lin Yu was practicing vigorously, there was a sudden sound of footsteps on the stairs of the mixed room.
Lin Yu stopped and looked up at the stairs. When he saw the person coming, he quickly lowered his head and saluted respectfully.
"Master!"
"Alin, how have you been practicing recently?" Fang Chen walked down the stairs with a smile.
"Well, young master, I am almost familiar with Qinglong Jue, and I am currently practicing the boxing techniques in Qinglong Jue."
Fang Chen was quite relieved to hear Lin Yu's words.
"Okay, Alin, you are now strong enough to go out and make a living. But..." Fang Chen changed the subject, "If you want to go on the road with me, you have to pass the last test."
"Sir, what kind of test is it?"
Fang Chen suddenly brought Lin Yu to the underground training room. He had already guessed that Fang Chen was coming to test him.
"Actual combat!" Fang Chen looked calm.
