Back hall.

Xiao Luobing turned to Zi Yan, "Sister Zi Yan, what does Li Feng mean by calling us over?"

Zi Yan shook her head slightly, "How would I know? But I suppose there's something to discuss?"

While speaking, Zi Yan glanced at Tian Wenxin sitting across from her. This woman had visited the study earlier, nobody knew what she discussed with Li Feng, but judging by the looks, she might be staying.

Although Zi Yan wasn't jealous, she felt somewhat repulsed. After all, this woman was not only beautiful but also possessed an enchanting allure, no wonder the Zeng Family had their eyes on her.

"Let's not speculate blindly; we'll know when everyone arrives," Ran Yue said.

"The Family Head is here."

As they were speaking, a call came from outside. Everyone turned to look at Li Feng entering from the door.

"No need to be reserved; it's just a family meeting."

Li Feng walked into the hall, turned to sit down in the chair at the head position, and looked at those present. Besides Xiao Luobing, Zi Yan, and Ran Yue, there were Li Batian and the Fang mother and son.

"Everyone here is not considered outsiders, so I'll get right to the point."

"Our current situation, I suppose everyone is aware of it, describing it as being fraught with danger wouldn't be exaggerating."

"So, I've called everyone to brainstorm on how to get through this crisis."

After speaking, Li Feng glanced at those present, "Why is no one speaking?"

Xiao Luobing really didn't know how to overcome the difficulties, so she looked left and right at the others present. On one side, Zi Yan furrowed her brow, clearly unsure as well, while Ran Yue lowered her head, lost in thought.

Li Batian gazed at the floor, having already said plenty in the study, and the Fang mother and son did not take over the host's role.

Xiao Luobing turned to Li Feng, "Why don't you speak first, and we can add on?"

Li Feng glanced at everyone; no one wished to speak, and he did not force them.

"Then I'll speak first. To solve a problem, one must know its source."

"I'll list the ones we have enmity or entanglements with on the surface first: one is the Dragon Tiger Sect, though I do not know why they target us, we've eliminated quite a few disciples of theirs, this enmity is unlikely to dissolve."

"Second is Tongfu Inn; we provoked that little shopkeeper from Tongfu before, but it's mainly a matter of pride; they won't go to the death over it, so we can temporarily disregard it."

"Third is Dragon Gate Bathhouse, but it's just a debt, not to be worried about for one or two years."

"Fourth, Sword Control Pavilion, Chen Family."

Chen family's Chen Ziming had the King Sword of the Twin Swords taken from him by Li Feng outside Heaven Tower. It's said his brother is a rising star on the new talent rankings, Jinghong Sword Chen Ziqi.

They not only have the Chen Family as their backing but are also among the top ten masters of Sword Control Pavilion. Having a disciple from Sword Control Pavilion have his sword taken is beyond just a matter of face, but Li Feng did not elaborate further.

"Fifth is the Zeng Family, especially from Zeng Xingtian's actions today, it is clear they wish to eliminate me without any room for negotiation."

"Additionally, there are seven or eight city gate guards I've eliminated before, their families also pose a potential threat."

Li Feng listed all the provocations and enmities since coming to Ancestor Dragon City, although he overlooked a few; as not everyone was worthy of his attention.

As for the fact that he injured Sikong Lie of the Sikong family severely, it was merely a sparring match. If they wish to hold a grudge, Li Feng does not fear since the Sikong family has already approached him due to the Vermilion Bird Bloodline.

"And there's the Sikong family, but they've proposed a three-year agreement, so there's no rush."

Li Feng turned towards the Fang mother and son, "Also, with Fang Family staying, there may also be some issues."

"But it's irrelevant; debts won't trouble us, and having many enemies and many problems is only an issue if one is not strong."

"I can't keep relying on the rules set by Sikong Yu for people to refrain from acting, and many of the crises mentioned ultimately boil down to one phrase: inadequate strength."

"Were I at the Golden Core Middle Stage or even Golden Core Late Stage, many problems wouldn't be problems, threats wouldn't be threats."

"Thus, I believe we must focus on enhancing our strength as our primary concern."

Upon hearing Li Feng's words, everyone nodded in agreement.

"Yes, Li Feng is right, strength is the key, but the question is, how can we rapidly increase our strength!"

Zi Yan said with a furrowed brow.

"Indeed, not everyone can be as insanely talented as you, rapidly improving and reaching the Golden Core so quickly. I'm just at Foundation Establishment now."

Xiao Luobing felt somewhat dejected; she was already quite a genius, rapidly progressing from Qi Refining and Meridian Condensing to Foundation Establishment since entering the Kunlun Secret Realm, but now her potential seemed exhausted, and she didn't have the same day-by-day growth sense anymore.

Without three to five years, she reckoned she wouldn't touch the threshold of the Golden Core. Although Kunlun Secret Realm is rich in Spiritual Energy, forming the Golden Core is no easy feat.

Listening to Xiao Luobing's complaints, Li Feng responded, "Strength is not solely personal strength, personal strength is one aspect, but family strength is another. If personal strength can't be rapidly improved, then what about family strength?"

Li Feng had received many benefits from passing through the hundred floors of the Heaven Tower, yet clearly couldn't advance rapidly in a short period.

However, he had now established a family. Whereas previously, facing a family alone was a heated situation, it was because there was no other option.

No matter how strong one is alone, there's a limit.

In the outside world, the name Dragon King is feared by countless. It's not just because of him alone, but because of the Dragon Guard Warriors under him, and in Yan Country, he holds a significant monetary power with four kings and numerous followers.

To stir the waters in Ancestor Dragon City, he can't rely solely on himself; he needs like-minded people to help him until he's strong enough to dictate like the Ji Family, then he can return to the outside world."

Tian Wenxin listened to Li Feng's words and nodded subtly, looking up at him, "Yes, I agree, family strength is crucial. The money sent by my Fang Family can be freely used by the Family Head, and the people I've brought can be commanded at will. Whoever disobeys, the Family Head can decide."

Tian Wenxin publicly reiterated her statement.

"Li Batian, do you have any thoughts?"

"Family Head, we are not lacking in money now, but expanding family strength is not easy. The traditional approach of major families is to recruit strong loose cultivators as tribute, which is the fastest way, but recruiting them is a two-way selection, they, too, evaluate us."

Li Batian's words were hesitant; although the Li Family had amassed considerable wealth, they lacked a deep foundation, not even a core family strength. Most strong loose cultivators wouldn't join, and even if they did, one wouldn't dare recruit too many because their loyalty is barely maintained through money, which equates to none.

The risk of backlash is high.