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.