Chapter 8: The Spirit Summoning and Soul Cultivation Technique

The gentle breeze playfully teased the little furball, who showed no signs of fear or unease despite the change in environment, for he was here; the puppy had already grown accustomed to his scent, and this was his room

Woof! Woof!

With so many visitors, the Feng family was naturally kept extremely busy, and even the aunts and uncles had to pitch in to help. Not even Feng Qing'an, this half-grown boy, was spared from being put to work; there was no chance for him to take a break.

Suddenly, a stream of information appeared in his mind, which was precisely the cultivation method that Feng Qing'an had long desired. Moreover, it not only included the cultivation techniques but also detailed the essential points and taboos, all meticulously enumerated.

It's nothing, I just want to raise a dog, but I'm afraid my parents won't agree, so I would like you to help me speak to them about it.

Receive

Seventh aunts and eighth uncles, those known and unknown, those whom Feng Qing'an has met and those he has not, in short, today he learned for the first time that his humble family actually has so many relatives. However, regardless of whether they are familiar or not, even if it is their first meeting, these relatives are all very warm and courteous

What do you want to do? Why not discuss it with your parents, and insist on waiting for my return?

However, he is running back and forth between himself and the librarian, with gold and silver in his own pocket. There are plenty of opportunities to secretly manipulate things, to hide away a small portion of it, which is naturally quite simple, because aside from himself, no one knows how much gold and silver he has collected today

After thoroughly indulging in the tactile pleasure, Feng Qing'an took out the prepared milk cake and egg yolk, placing them in front of the puppy, watching it with an expression full of anticipation

Reward: "Spirit Summoning Soul Technique", would you like to claim it

Serve tea to these individuals, and if he casually reveals his identity as the younger brother of the top scholar, these fellows will eagerly stuff a small ingot of silver into his arms as a red envelope greeting gift. Those who are particularly generous may even directly offer gold nuggets.

However, Feng Qing'an clearly underestimated the influence of a top scholar. By the time the sun was high in the sky, their home was already bustling with visitors, both inside and outside the courtyard, with a throng of people eager to catch a glimpse of the top scholar, creating a cacophony of voices.

There is no particular reason, only that among these visitors are many wealthy landlords. These individuals are adorned in silks and satins, wearing gold and jade rings, and their every gesture is utterly ostentatious. However, Feng Qing'an is quite fond of this ostentation.

Ah!

This made Feng Qing'an run even more diligently. However, after just half a day's effort, his pockets were bulging, and he appeared quite heavy as he ran, bouncing with each step.

I would like to discuss something with you

Feng Qing'an naturally knew what it was. His elder brother had achieved the top scholar status and returned for the first time, attracting many visitors.

The recently weaned puppy, looking at the food placed before it, gently sniffed it and, without hesitating for too long, opened its mouth, which had just grown its milk teeth, and buried itself in the milk cake

Feng Qing'an appeared completely justified and confident

Feng Qing'an carefully pulled out a book from the bookshelf in the room, revealing hidden fragments of silver and golden melon seeds behind a multitude of books, and the smile on her little face grew even more radiant

Little Blackie

Come, eat something

However, his abnormalities were soon noticed by the Yin family. Regardless of how he flattered and pleaded, all the silver coins and gold nuggets on him were confiscated by the Yin family in public, and as compensation, they threw him a few copper coins.

[Side Quest: Long-term Vision Completed]

Looking at the little black boy who was engrossed in his meal, Feng Qing'an did not hesitate and silently recited in his heart

Feng Qingping was somewhat surprised

I am afraid they will not agree

But brother, once you speak, it will be different; they will definitely not refuse you

Feng Qingping cast a glance at his younger brother. Why did this kid have to bring up his marriage issues at the dinner table? He couldn't possibly lie in front of their parents, so he could only speak the truth. As a result, both of them were left with heavy hearts and went back to their rooms after finishing the meal

On the second day, as the dawn light began to brighten, a noisy commotion could be heard coming from the courtyard. Feng Qing'an crawled out of bed, quickly dressed, and upon stepping out of his room, he immediately saw several familiar faces.

Finally, I have my own little treasury

It is late at night, go back to sleep, tomorrow there will likely be some noise at home

The black and gray-haired puppy vigorously wagged its little tail, extending its pink and tender tongue to lick the palm of the hand that Qing'an had reached out.

Why are you coming to find me in the middle of the night instead of sleeping?

With the breeze refreshing, he was instantly filled with joy, smiling brightly. Since his elder brother was willing to help him speak up, this matter was essentially settled

Although he was conscripted and busy to the point of not having a moment's rest, serving tea and water to visiting guests, Feng Qing'an showed no signs of impatience and diligently ran back and forth.

At this time, the Feng family, even though it was already past noon, was still bustling with people, with visitors coming in droves. Everyone in the house was busy and hardly anyone noticed that Feng Qing'an had brought back a puppy.

Reinsert the book, and with a sense of satisfaction, Feng Qing'an's thoughts inevitably turned to that puppy, which was over a month old and nearly ready to be weaned.

If it were only these relatives with whom there are some connections, it would not be so severe. However, within a radius of ten miles, all the notable gentry and landlords, upon receiving the news, have sent people, and some even came in person.

I knew it, elder brother, you treat me the best

Today, there are so many visitors to his home that the scene of gentry and landlords stuffing silver and gold into his hands is witnessed by countless people. The money left on him is certain to be thoroughly plundered by the Yin family, cutting off certain individuals' inappropriate aspirations

Elder brother

You can just go and talk to your parents yourself

In the stillness of the deep night, Feng Qing'an finally had the opportunity to be alone with his elder brother, Feng Qingping

My mother has taken so much money from me, so raising a dog should not be a problem, and my elder brother will also speak on my behalf

I am afraid it will not be just tomorrow

Holding the copper coin, Feng Qing'an's small face looked quite wilted, lacking much energy. However, once he sneaked back to his room, the smile on his face could no longer be contained, beaming like a fox that had successfully stolen a chicken

Is it just this matter

Feng Qingping did not ask much and directly agreed to this matter; after all, it is just raising a dog, which is nothing significant

By noon, after finishing the banquet set up in the village, Feng Qing'an ran to Er Pang's house. After learning a lot about the taboos and methods of raising puppies, he took the puppy back to his own home

With a gentle breeze, a smile graces the face, resembling a weasel that is eager to pay New Year’s respects to the chickens

And this is what Feng Qing'an hopes to see. After he raises it at home for a few days, once his parents become familiar with it, they will no longer be able to oppose it, nor will they be able to drive it away.

You rascal, fine, I will go and speak to your parents

Feng Qing'an did not join in the festivities, as entertaining guests is a matter for adults and has nothing to do with him as a child. He was simply waiting for the lunch banquet.