The Rich Cultivator-Chapter 33. Fengshi City

Perched on the edge of a mountain range, the city of Fengshi bustles with activity from dawn until dusk. The air is crisp and filled with a constant breeze, evidence of the wind crystal deposits that lie beneath the surface. This unique ore has made Fengshi a crucial hub for artisans and craftsmen seeking the elusive mineral to create powerful wind-based artefacts. The cityscape is a mix of towering stone structures and intricate wooden windmills, which harness the perpetual gusts that sweep through the narrow streets. At its heart stands the imposing Meng Manor, a sprawling estate that dominates the skyline and serves as a stark reminder of the city’s new power structure.

The Meng Family’s rise to power was swift and ruthless. Once a minor house in the region, they orchestrated a hostile takeover of the wind crystal mines, forcibly ousting the Zi Family, who had governed Fengshi for generations. The Meng’s mercenaries stormed the city’s defences, and within days, the Zi leaders were either imprisoned, exiled, or executed. Since then, the Meng Family has tightened their grip on the city’s wealth, controlling the mining operations with an iron fist. The mines are heavily guarded, and only those with direct permission from the Mengs are allowed access, ensuring that no other faction can challenge their monopoly.

Despite the harsh rule, Fengshi has prospered under the Meng Family’s reign, with the wind crystal trade attracting merchants and buyers from distant lands.

Young Master Meng Wuya is practising his wind skills. His hand moved, the bamboo shoots in the distance sliced like a tofu and fell. He nodded in satisfaction and looked at the servant.

"Is news spreading?" Meng Wuya asked.

"Yes, Young Master." The Servant nodded.

"Everything According to the plan." Meng Wuya said.

The news spread like wildfire through the streets of Fengshi. At first, it was just a whisper—merchants muttering to each other in the market, travellers exchanging rumours at the city gates. But within hours, the entire city was abuzz with the shocking announcement: Madam Zi, the esteemed mother of the legendary genius Zi Long, was to be executed in a month. People spoke in hushed tones, fearful of the Meng Family’s enforcers, yet the news had already ignited a spark of unrest among the citizens.

Madam Zi was a revered figure in Fengshi, known for her wisdom and grace. Despite the brutal fall of the Zi Family, she had remained in the city, quietly living out her days in a modest dwelling on the outskirts. Many saw her as a symbol of the city’s former glory, a reminder of the times before the Meng Family’s ruthless takeover. The announcement of her execution was more than just an act of retribution—it was a blatant display of power by the Mengs, a warning to anyone who dared to challenge their authority and also to lure the former Genius.

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Few days later Zi Long received a letter. His eyes filled with rage and his body was shivering like a volcano that was about to erupt.

He immediately went to Tyler and asked permission to leave. Tyler agreed without a thought. He even gave him some spirit stones as paid vacation. Zi long bowed to him and left.

"Why is there no small teleportation formation across all the cities?" Tyler asked Chen Xi who just arrived at his mansion.

"But one Teleportation needs a massive amount of wealth. Not every place can afford it." Chen Xi said.

Tyler pondered, what would happen if he installed public teleportation formations in every city.

"Junior brother, The Su Couple are in ’Golden Crystal Sand Desert’. Looks like they are on a mission. The Venue of Cultivation cc is taking place in a secret realm at the other side of Golden Crystal Sand Desert. It’s better if you go there and join with them." Chen Xi said.

Hearing Chen Xi’s voice, Tyler snapped out of his thoughts and said, "If I remember correctly we can also take the east route through Fengshi City and reach the Golden Crystal Sand Desert, right?"

"Yes, Junior brother. Do you have some business there?" He asked.

"Yes. It will be over in a month or two. After that I will go to the Golden Crystal Sand Desert." Tyler said. freeweɓnøvel.com

Chen Xi nodded and gave him a short distance transmission talisman.

"After reaching our sect branch in Golden Crystal Sand Town, use this to contact the Su couples."

Su Couples are the one Chen Xi recommended to Tyler. Tyler also agreed without any thoughts. Chen Xi left after having a small conversation about random topics with Tyler.

"Now we are going to Fengshi City." Tyler said.

"Mana is Travelling." Mana jumped out of his body and danced left and tight.

Tyler and Mana quickly prepared for the Journey.

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There is only one thing bothering Tyler. His Copper Pot couldn’t be stored inside a spatial ring nor the shrinking bag. Because of it he always ties it up in his waist.

Mana would sneakily put some food inside and take out copies to eat. She looked like she would never get bored of making copies.

He took the copper pot and observed it. It just looked like an ordinary copper pot. But the inside of the copper pot has a function-like water sliding on the lotus leaves. No matter how much sticky stuff is poured in, it can be poured out perfectly fine.

"Did I use my whole luck Just to get you?" Tyler mumbled.

"Why do you say that?" Mana popped out of his head and threw the snacks on the table inside the pot and took a copy then she ate it. Her head above Tyler’s head and her hands popping out from both sides of face looks hilarious and a little creepy at the same time.

"I have a sense of foreboding as my Cultivation increases. It seems like a big danger is approaching." Tyler couldn’t help saying.

"As long as you become so so so strong, nothing can kill you." Mana said.

"You are right. I should try to buy some more natural treasures and break through more realms." Tyler nodded.

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As the month counted down, the atmosphere in Fengshi grew increasingly tense. Inside the White Auction Hall, Tyler is siping tea while looking at the information.

"It looks like Zi Long has yet to show his face in public." Tyler said.

The Manager of White Auction Hall is an old woman, her name is Huo Mei. Everyone calls her Manager Mei.

"He already arrived in the City several days ago. He is secretly gathering some forces who are dissatisfied with the Meng Family." Manager Mei said.

"Looks like he will strike during execution time. Classic protagonist move." Tyler couldn’t help but sigh.

"Add some of our people to both the Meng Family side and Zi Long side. Also give some funds and weapons to Zi Long." Tyler then said.

Manager Mei nodded and left to make the arrangements.

"What is your Goal here?" Mana popped out from his body again and asked curiously.

"To be honest, I don’t have any plans. As long as Zi Long confronts Meng Wuya and wins the battle. I guess." Tyler said with a natural voice.

"What are you even trying to do?" Mana couldn’t help but ask. She saw some food on the table, her eyes lit up and flew towards the snacks.

"According to the Chess Spell, I have to look at people as Chess pieces and make my move. Isn’t the whole controversy in the city happening because of me? I am just trying to manipulate the city, Zi long and Meng Family and see if I can get enlightenment." Tyler couldn’t help but sigh. He felt like this manipulation plot was not worth it. He is a total newbie in terms of manipulation. All he has to do is wave his hand and buy everything he needs.

"This is so tiring." Tyler couldn’t help but say as he looked at Mana.

Mana happily Gobbling all the foods. Tyler couldn’t help but direct his gaze towards her stomach. It is like a bottomless pit that devours everything. There is not even a slight bulge in her stomach. Most of the people in the world, especially Girls will probably die in envy if they hear about her ability to eat anything and not gaining weight.

Noticing Tyler’s gaze, Mana turned towards him and blinked.

"If you have a libido right now, Mana can turn into adult form. But remember you can only have Mana’s body, not her heart." She said while stuffing more food in her mouth.

"Huh? Can ghosts have intercourse?" Tyler couldn’t help but blurted out.

"Mana can eat food, Ofcourse Mana can eat other things too." She gave a mischievous wink and she thought of something and said seriously, "Well if you prefer this body, Mana doesn’t mind."

Tyler walked towards her and stuffed her back into his body.

"Hmph. Coward~" Mana Shouted before she got forcefully stuffed inside.