C248 Return to the Bright Sun City(1)

The Hand Taiyang Small Intestine Meridian is one of the twelve primary meridians. These twelve meridians are the initial pathways for cultivating energy, yet they are also the most crucial within the human body. An injury to any of these meridians, while not as debilitating as damage to the energy center, is still quite serious. Different meridians mean that no matter how abundant your energy is, only a fraction of its potential can be realized.

"Don't cry. Damage to the meridians can be healed. I'll take care of things here and head to Bright Sun City with you right away!" Woo Zhengyang reassured Lau Ruyan.

In the past, if Woo Zhengyang had heard that Lau Qinghan's meridians were injured, he would have been extremely anxious and helpless. But now, his Hidden Heaven Bag contained plenty of spirit pills, including three specifically for treating meridian injuries, so he wasn't too worried.

Lau Ruyan, unaware of Woo Zhengyang's recent feats—defeating twenty-five family heads and using various spirit pills to save Uncle Fu—didn't find much comfort in his words. To her, while there were indeed pills for treating meridian injuries, they were of such high grade that the small Lau family couldn't possibly obtain them.

However, Lau Ruyan quickly suppressed her grief and asked softly, "Cousin, did Uncle Fu face off against Moh Lunhui?"

"Yes, he did. Why?"

"What was the outcome?" Lau Ruyan asked excitedly, her eyes filled with anticipation.

Ruyan's behavior was strange, and Zhengyang was puzzled for a moment but still replied honestly, "Uncle Fu already had some underlying health issues, and then he got injured on top of that..."

"Oh... Uncle Fu wasn't a match for Moh Lunhui and got hurt..."

Hearing this, Ruyan's expression grew even more agitated. She interrupted Zhengyang before he could finish. However, unlike her earlier excitement, which held a glimmer of hope, her eyes now were filled with despair.

"Were you looking for Uncle Fu?" Zhengyang asked uncertainly.

Ruyan nodded weakly, and the tears she had just managed to hold back started to fall again. She had arrived looking worn out and anxious but still full of spirit. Now, upon hearing the news, she seemed to wither, as if she had lost her soul, nearly collapsing to the ground.

Zhengyang quickly supported Ruyan and asked, "What happened?"

Ruyan leaned on Zhengyang, sobbing softly, "Cousin... I fear the Lau family is finished this time..."

After much effort, Zhengyang finally managed to calm Ruyan down and understood why she had come. The arrival of Moh Lunhui had been a disaster for the Lau family. Even after Moh Lunhui left, the family's troubles continued.

The Lau family, spanning three generations, faced devastating losses, and this news quickly spread throughout Bright Sun City. For the Lee and Yuwen families, also among the city's three great families, this was an incredible opportunity.

With the city lord's contest occurring every five years, the Lau family, now severely weakened, stood no chance of competing for the position. However, the other two families weren't satisfied with just that. As one of the leading families in Bright Sun City, the Lau family had amassed significant wealth and influence. Now, with their defenses down, they were seen as a tempting feast by the Lee and Yuwen families.

Whoever could absorb the Lau family's assets would instantly become the most powerful family in Bright Sun City, a position that could be maintained for decades. So, as soon as the news broke, both the Lee and Yuwen families sprang into action, determined to seize the Lau family's assets.

Despite the Lau family still having some resources and the two families keeping a wary eye on each other, the Lau family managed to hold on for a few more days. However, everyone in Bright Sun City knew it was only a matter of time before the Lau family was overtaken, whether by one family's victory or a mutual agreement to divide the spoils.

Yet, there was still a glimmer of hope for the Lau family—Uncle Fu. Having served the Lau mansion loyally for years, Uncle Fu only revealed his formidable skills at the Shape Gathering Stage when Woo Zhengyang was in danger.

If Uncle Fu could return to oversee things, neither the Lee family nor the Yuwen family would dare make a move, no matter how bold they might be. This was another reason both sides had been hesitant to act. Everyone realized this, and so did the Lau family.

However, the Lau family was well aware of their past actions and knew they had little chance of persuading Uncle Fu, except for Lau Qinghan, who had a good relationship with Woo Zhengyang. Yet, Qinghan had no intention of involving Uncle Fu or Zhengyang in this matter. Despite the entire Lau family pleading, Qinghan remained steadfast in his decision.

Unable to sway Qinghan, Lau Qingfeng and the others turned their attention to Lau Ruyan, promising that if she could persuade Uncle Fu, the Lau family would spare no effort in finding a remedy for Qinghan's meridian issues.