Chapter 688 The Chief Butler, Uncle Weng

Uncle Weng cried out in great surprise, “Young master, your medical skills are amazing. I’ve seen many doctors over the years, but none of them can heal my back problem. You did it in such a short time!”

Qin Haodong gave him a Physique-Improving Pill and said with a smile, “Uncle Weng, just take this pill.”

The old man took the pill without hesitation and Qin Haodong helped him to release his blocked meridians with the Green Wood Genuine Qi to make the pill work more effectively. A few minutes later, Uncle Weng was full of vigor. It was as if he had suddenly become dozens of years younger.

“You’re amazing! Young Master, can I stay here and work for you? I can work for another 20 or even 30 years.”

Qin Haodong smiled and said, “That’s great! You will be the housekeeper of our Tang Sect from now on and you’ll be responsible for all our family affairs.”

He was now trying to establish the Tang Sect. There were many great masters under his command, but he still needed an experienced housekeeper who could manage all the family affairs.

Uncle Weng had been working as the housekeeper in the Chu family for many years, so there was no question about his capability. He was the best candidate for this job.

This was the best outcome and Chu Xuanyue was also satisfied with it. Uncle Weng did not need to go back to the Chu family where he might be bullied, nor did he have to wander outside alone.

Soon, they went back to the living room. Chu Shanhe and the others were astonished at the sight of Uncle Weng. Why did he look so completely different in just a few minutes?

The old man looked years younger now. His back was in an erect position and he was no longer panting. Even the wrinkles on his face seemed much lesser and he looked young and energetic.

There was a flash of jealousy in Chu Xuanming’s eyes. Uncle Weng’s changes must have something to do with Qin Haodong. Chu Xuanli’s cultivation had been raised by two levels and even Uncle Weng had benefited a lot.

His nephew was definitely a great master and he had to get some benefits later, which was also the reason why he volunteered to come here.

Chu Xuanyue said, “Uncle Weng is a member of our Tang Sect from today on and he will not be returning to the Chu family.”

Chu Shanhe was stunned. He did not expect that they would lose a housekeeper before he even tried to persuade Chu Xuanyue to go back to the Chu family.

Then he smiled and said, “Xuanyue, don’t treat us as strangers. We’re family and Uncle Weng can stay here if he likes.

“But we came here today to bring you back to the Chu family. You will leave this place soon, so what’s the point of Uncle Weng staying here?”

Chu Xuanli followed suit and said, “He’s right. Little sister, it will be nice for the whole family to be together again.”

Chu Xuanming said obsequiously, “Little sister, you have not been at home for so many years, mom and I miss you so much. Come back and be with us now!

“And my little nephew has grown up and he’s much more promising than my sons. He can go back and set an example for them.”

Chu Xuanyue smiled coldly and said, “Second Brother, are you sure that you and mom have missed me? Don’t you hate me?”

Having stayed in the Chu family for so many years, Chu Xuanyue was fully aware of each person’s character. Chu Xuanli, her eldest brother, was simple and honest, while her second brother, Chu Xuanming, was treacherous. Besides, he always bullied her to show his status in the Chu family when they were kids, just because her mother doted on him.

The only thing he cared about was his own well-being and he did not care about the ties of kins.h.i.+p at all.

Her mother, Jin Xiuying, preferred boys to girls. She only loved her sons and had always been impatient and disgusted with her daughter. She was the one who arranged to have her kicked out of the Chu family.

Her mother didn’t even make a phone call to her during the past 20 years and she did not believe that she had missed her.

Chu Xuanming smiled awkwardly and then argued, “Of course we miss you. We all hope that you and your son can come back with us.”

Chu Xuanyue said, “Stop lying. Everyone knows why the Chu family wants us to go back. My son is a great master now and they all want him to work for the Chu family and help them to be great again.”

Chu Shanhe said, “Xuanyue, it’s not what you think. It’s of course a blessing for our Chu family that Haodong is a great master now. But we are inviting you back for a family reunion. You’ve been out for so many years, and we all missed you.”

Chu Xuanyue sneered, “You are asking me to go back for a family reunion? You all missed me? Why didn’t you ask me to return for the past 21 years? Why did you come to me this time only when my son is famous throughout the capital? What a coincidence!”

“Well…”

As the head of the Chu family, Chu Shanhe was the most authoritative person and had always been respected by the younger generation. He had never been challenged like this before.

But now he did not even dare to be angry with his daughter whom he did not appreciate before because her son was now standing next to her.

Chu Xuanli walked forward to resolve his father’s embarra.s.sment, “Little sister, let bygones be bygones. Please don’t talk about it anymore. After all, the Chu family is the place where you grew up. Don’t you want to go back and have a look?”

Chu Xuanyue remained silent after hearing what he said. He was right, the Chu family was the place where she grew up and deep within her heart, she still wanted to go back.

Chu Shanhe’s gaze sharpened as if he had sensed an excellent opportunity. He added hurriedly, “That’s right, Xuanyue. Go back and have a look. It’s your home and you can stay there for just a day.”

He was a smart person. He had realized that it was impossible for Chu Xuanyue to return wholly to the Chu family with Qin Haodong.

But it indicated that Chu Xuanyue had forgiven them and regarded them as family members if she came to the Chu family with Qin Haodong. Other big families would be afraid of them due to Qin Haodong, which would definitely give them great benefits.

Moreover, they could proceed and seize this opportunity to reconcile with Chu Xuanyue. They might slowly pull her back to the Chu family.

Chu Xuanyue hesitated for a moment, but she did not want to refuse her elder brother in the end. So she agreed, “Well, I will go back and have a look with Haodong, a few days later.”

Chu Shanhe was ecstatic that she finally agreed, “Xuanyue, it will be my 70th birthday in a few days. You must come back at that time. We’ll have a celebration.”

Chu Xuanyue nodded slightly without saying anything. She was still hesitating, but Chu Shanhe and his son were still overjoyed to see her agreeing,

Chu Xuanli said, “Sister, let’s make a deal. Please come back for father’s birthday in a few days.”

Chu Xuanyue nodded again.

Qin Haodong said, “Uncle, my mom once mentioned that you have one daughter and one son. What are they doing now? If they’re available, can they come here to help me? We are in need of employees right now.”

Of course, there were no lack of employees here. He knew that his mother cared a lot for her elder brother, so Qin Haodong wanted to help him as much as possible.

There were lots of great masters here and the pills were also adequate. If Chu Xuanli sent his two kids here, their cultivation would definitely improve at a fast rate. This was a precious opportunity for them.

Chu Xuanli was a honest man, but he was not stupid. He immediately got the key point and said quickly, “That’s great! I’ll ask your cousins to come over later.”

“They’re not talented and have not made much progress over the years. Please help them.”

Chu Xuanming also realized Qin Haodong’s purpose. Seeing that his brother had received benefits, he interrupted quickly, “Haodong, I also have one boy and one girl. They have nothing to do at home. I’ll let them come over here to offer some help.”

Qin Haodong had heard stories about his second uncle from Chu Xuanyue. Besides, his facial features also indicated that this man was a cruel villain. He did not have a good impression of this man.

“I’m sorry, Uncle Xuanming. I only need two people here. I can’t afford to pay for more employees.”

Chu Xuanming froze, but then he added, “Haodong, we’re all relatives. You can’t just help your eldest uncle and ignore me. How about this? You don’t have to pay my kids. Just let them work here. What do you think?”

“Well, no.” Qin Haodong refused him once again without taking his dignity into consideration. “Uncle Xuanli has been nice to my mother and she always talks about him. But she never mentioned you, so let’s just forget about it.”

“What…” Chu Xuanming realized that Qin Haodong was taking revenge now. He had done nothing to help Chu Xuanyue back then, so he could not get any benefits from her son.

But he didn’t give up. The purpose of today’s trip had not been achieved yet. He said in a flattering tone, “Haodong, since it’s not convenient for you, let’s put the matter of my kids aside. I heard that you have the Spirit Culturing Pill and it worked well for your elder uncle. Can I get some?”

Chu Shanhe also had the same idea after hearing what he said. He had wanted to ask Qin Haodong for the pill, but he didn’t say it out of respect. If his son could get it, he might share with him.

How dare this old guy ask for a pill now? Qin Haodong said in a sarcastic tone, “I do have Spirit Culturing Pills, but I’ve already given the last three to Uncle Xuanli.”

Chu Xuanming still did not give up. “Haodong, I heard that you’re good at making pills. Can you make a few more of them?”

“Of course I can, but the materials are rare. I can make some for you if you have the materials.”

Hearing that Qin Haodong promised to give him the pills, Chu Xuanming immediately became excited. “Haodong, what kind of materials do you want? Our Chu family can give you everything.”

He was quite confident because the Chu family had a huge inventory of Chinese herbal medicine, where you could find everything you needed.

Qin Haodong said, “Okay, I’ll tell you. 5,000-year-old polygonum multiflorum, 5,000-year-old ginseng, 5,000-year-old rehmannia…”

Chu Xuanming’s face clouded over when Qin Haodong told him the materials he needed. He had heard of these herbs, but where could he find them those with 5,000 years of history? He couldn’t find any wild herbs within 500 years, let alone 5,000 years.

His face immediately darkened. He did not know that Qin Haodong’s Spirit Culturing Pills were actually made of these ancient herbs. He thought that Qin Haodong was just playing with him.

Seeing the change in Chu Xuanming’s expression, Qin Haodong laughed and said, “What’s wrong? Can’t you find these raw materials? Then I have no other option.”

“Little sister, you really have a ‘good’ son.”

Chu Xuanming glanced at Chu Xuanyue and Qin Haodong with resentment, then he left the Tang Sect.

Chu Shanhe saw everything clearly. Although it was a bit of a pity that he did not get the Spirit Culturing Pill, he managed to restore some of his relations.h.i.+p with Chu Xuanyue. This trip had not been a waste of time.

He said goodbye and then left the Tang Sect with Chu Xuanli. Uncle Weng stayed in the Tang Sect as a housekeeper.