Chapter 006: Conflict

"You... you are speaking slanderously." Long Lixin's face turned pale as he was accused by Long Feitian, and his body trembled with fear

It is important to note that Long Feitian has already transferred here three times, and each time it was missed due to the lack of any indication

Upon hearing this, Long Feitian frowned, glanced at Long Lixin, and retorted without showing any weakness: "What of the waste? Even waste is a descendant of the Long family and is qualified to enter the library. It just strikes me as odd that access to the library above the third floor requires the head of the family’s permission, and the head has been in seclusion for several years. So how could there be any permission to speak of?"

There was no one in the library, and Long Feitian walked around the first floor. This place was filled with books introducing various wonders and extraordinary individuals of the continent, which was just suitable for Long Feitian at this moment

Is this the library? Long Feitian looked up at the pavilion above, finding nothing that indicated it was a library, and immediately smiled wryly. How can one find it without even a plaque hanging?

Long Lixin's words not only caused Long Feitian's expression to darken, but also made Elder Wu's face change dramatically. This was a clear accusation of the main family's negligence. Even though Long Lixin and Tushu were the talents of the Long family, such words were still utterly outrageous

Long Lixin's expression changed dramatically as he said sternly: "Although I have not obtained the head of the family's consent, I have received the consent of the acting head. The head has been in seclusion for several years and has completely neglected family affairs. Is it possible that the library is to remain off-limits indefinitely?"

"Alright, young masters, this library is a place for the preservation of knowledge, not a battleground for disputes. If you have personal grievances, please resolve them elsewhere," the Fifth Elder spoke with a tone that, while still kind, left no room for doubt.

Watching Long Feitian's departing figure, the old man shook his head and sighed, "Another unfortunate child"

Remember, the books on the first floor of the library can be borrowed, but they must be registered with me. The books on the second floor and above are martial arts classics; they are the foundation of the Long family's existence and cannot be taken away. If you need them, you may only copy them. The fourth floor cannot be entered without the head of the family’s permission; otherwise, you will be expelled from the family.

Long Lixin's complexion suddenly turned pale; at that moment, he realized he had misspoken. Just as he was about to argue, Long Feitian spoke again: "According to what I know, at m.hetushucom.com, our Long family only has the family head, elders, and various stewards. When did a substitute family head emerge, and how could this substitute family head possess the same authority as the family head? Are you trying to usurp the position of the family head because he has been in seclusion for too long?"

After bowing, Long Lixin turned and walked inside. However, before he could take a step, he saw Long Feitian coming out from within. Long Feitian's expression suddenly turned cold, and a chilling murderous intent flashed in his eyes as he mocked, "Since when has the Long family's hidden chamber allowed even trash to enter"

Although what Long Feitian said is factual and many people acknowledge it, it remains merely a covert opinion and cannot be considered definitive. After all, a family cannot have two heads. Although Long Xingcheng currently oversees the Long family, he is merely acting in the capacity of the second elder and is ultimately not the head of the family

Returning to the first level, Long Feitian selected a few more books and walked towards the main door. Just as he reached the entrance, the kind voice of the elderly man from earlier came from outside: "Young Master Lixin has also come to look for books"

Long Lixin took the key, and there was no unexpected surprise on his face. For others, floors above the third are forbidden areas, but for him, a genius of his family, floors above the third are merely ordinary levels, places he can go to whenever he wishes

As Long Feitian stepped out the door, he happened to see the old man deep in thought, who then took out a key and handed it to a robust young man with sword-like eyebrows and big eyes. "You may go up to take a look, but you must not take anything away; otherwise, I will not be able to explain it to the family."

Knowing that asking others will yield no results, Long Feitian simply decided to search for himself

Subsequently, Long Feitian entered the third level, where the number of books was even fewer. Here, in addition to some advanced cultivation insights, there were also some ordinary techniques and combat skills

Time passed unknowingly, and in the blink of an eye, it was already half the day. Seeing that it was getting late, Long Feitian reluctantly placed the book he was holding back in its original position and said, "Come early tomorrow, and I will copy a version for you to take home and read."

This is also the reason why he did not dare to directly initiate a usurpation, but instead sought ways to eliminate Long Feitian, leaving Long Hongfei without an heir, thus having to relinquish his family's position

Thank you, senior. Long Feitian bowed to the old man and pushed open the door to the library.

Just as Elder Wu was about to remind Long Lixin to be cautious with his words, Long Feitian interjected with a cold laugh, saying: "Has Young Master Lixin already become an elder of the Long family, to the point of criticizing the head of the family? Even as an elder, such qualifications are only granted during family meetings, right? Otherwise, the offense of disrespecting the head of the family is not something a mere young master can bear!"

Moreover, the most despised individuals within the family are those who usurp power for personal gain, as everyone understands that the decline of many prominent families is often due to internal strife that results in significant loss of strength

"Does a library really need to be hidden away like a treasure vault?" Long Feitian said with a bitter smile, glancing around. He happened to see an elderly man with white hair and slightly squinted eyes sitting cross-legged under a building. Although he knew that approaching him might earn him disdain, Long Feitian steeled himself and walked over. "Excuse me, senior, do you know where the library is?"

Looking at the kind smile on the old man's face, Long Feitian let out a slight sigh of relief and quickly replied: "I don't remember anything from the past. Please, senior, could you tell me where the library is? I would like to find a few books to read"

Elder Wu, thank you for your hard work. I have encountered a few issues in my cultivation and would like to seek some insights from the seniors on the fourth level, as well as look at some diagrams and books.

"Isn't the library right in front of you?" The old man glanced at the tightly closed doors of the pavilion behind him

After observing for a while, Long Feitian, filled with curiosity, entered the second level. The number of books on the second level was considerably fewer than that on the first level, consisting mainly of introductions to the martial artist system and some insights on low-level cultivation.

Having searched almost the entire Dragon Mansion, Long Feitian still could not find the library.

Only the direct descendants of the Long family are allowed to enter the library. The children of the Long family have grown up in the Long residence, how could they not know? The old man smiled and said, "You are merely an exception"

Although Long Xingcheng has garnered considerable support over the years by leveraging his position as a steward of the family, this is ultimately only a portion of the overall picture. Moreover, among the core elders of the family council, aside from him, the second elder, the other four elders, while generally satisfied with everything he has done for the family over the years, remain uncertain whether they will ultimately support him.

"What it really is, you know best in your heart," Long Feitian said with a cold smile

The old man opened his eyes and watched Longlong soar into the sky, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. Then, as if recalling something, he smiled and said, "I heard that the young master was injured and lost his memory; it seems this is indeed true"

Thank you, Elder Wu