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After going downstairs, Wei Jun found Jiang Ling and they drove away from the ballroom. When Wei Jun told her about his decision, Jiang Ling supported him wholeheartedly.

She also didn't like Wei Jun running an antique shop; she hoped that he would work hard to do something more meaningful. Moreover, both of them were only children in their respective families, and hers had a substantial group company.

Their family's company was supposed to be taken over by her someday too. However, since Wei Jun didn't like running the company but preferred dealing with antiques, she respected his wishes. Upon hearing what Wei Jun said, Jiang Ling felt extremely delighted.

Although Wei Jun had made up his mind, he still felt a bit reluctant about closing down the antique shop that he had run for over a year. That's why he called Xiao Yu to have a drink together.

Since Wei Jun decided to have drinks with Xiao Yu, he dropped Jiang Ling off at her place first.

After dropping Jiang Ling home, Wei Jun gave Xiao Yu a call and learned that he was on his way back from the supermarket. Therefore, after hanging up the phone, he drove towards Xiao Yu's house too.

When Xiao Yu received Wei Jun's call, he went to the supermarket to buy some ready-to-eat food and brought a box of alcohol home with him.

On his way back through the residential complex gate, Xiao Yu told the night security guard on duty about Wei Jun's car number so that they could let him in directly later.

Upon returning home, Xiao Yu was sitting in the living room watching TV when he heard the doorbell ring. He stood up and went to the villa entrance where he used a remote control to open the gate before welcoming Wei Jun inside.

"Brother Jun, what happened"

In the living room, Xiao Yu asked Wei Jun, who seemed somewhat downcast.

“Oh...”

Hearing Xiao Yu's words, Wei Jun let out a long sigh and then told him about how their family was belittled at tonight’s dinner party and what his father had said as well as the decision he made.

After listening to Wei Jun's account, Xiao Yu also had a very poor impression of the Li Family in Hong Kong. He had heard about this family before and knew them by reputation. Moreover, the head of the Li Family was someone who had struggled from poverty, but it never occurred to him that within just a few decades, the Li Family would develop the common affliction of wealthy families: arrogance and conceit.

These matters originally had nothing to do with Xiao Yu, but now this arrogance and conceit were being directed towards his good friend Wei Jun. This made him feel very uncomfortable in his heart.

As for Wei Jun's decision, he didn't want to say much more. Throughout one's life, many things are beyond personal control; one can't always do what they want. Besides, Wei Jun was better off than most people.

The majority of people spend their lives doing jobs they don't like out of necessity for survival. Under the pressure of living, even if you dislike it, you still have to do it. Xiao Yu himself was no exception; he disliked medicine very much when he was young but had to walk down this path regardless.

Wei Jun was already extremely fortunate. Because of his family background, he has been doing what he likes for quite some time now. Furthermore, with his good family conditions, in the future even if he takes over his family's business, he can still pursue his interests on the side. He is one of the luckier people.

"Brother Jun, don't be upset. Men should have a sense of responsibility. Besides, you can indulge in collecting during your spare time. Look at those famous collectors; all of them are wealthy with substantial assets. Furthermore, without money, it's impossible to make a go of antique collecting!"

Seeing Wei Jun seated on the sofa and looking dejected, Xiao Yu thought for a moment before offering him words of comfort.

Xiao Yu was speaking the truth; if you want to engage in antique collecting without money, even selling your house wouldn't get you much. However, with money, not only would it be easier to collect good antiques, but life wouldn't be as difficult.

He remembered reading an article online about an elderly man in Beijing who was obsessed with collecting; he had spent almost all his money on collecting throughout his life. Even when old and frail, because of his love for antiques, everything he collected remained unsold since he didn't have other income sources, leading to a hard life even after retirement.

"Yes, I know what you're saying, but there's still some discomfort in my heart! Come on, let’s not talk about it anymore. Let’s drink together!"

Wei Jun nodded and spoke after hearing Xiao Yu's words.

In his heart, Wei Jun was very clear about what Xiao Yu said. He understood but still felt low because he knew that in the future, he wouldn't be able to dedicate himself entirely to doing what he wants.

"Right, let's drink! After getting drunk today, you'll feel much better tomorrow!" Xiao Yu looked at Wei Jun and said this before going to fetch the food and drinks he had bought.

Xiao Yu and Wei Jun ate and drank. Xiao Yu would occasionally offer a few words of encouragement to Wei Jun. As Wei Jun continued drinking more and more, his mood gradually improved as well.

Life is such that only one or two things go as planned out of ten, and nothing can always be smooth sailing. Throughout a person's life, they are constantly making choices and compromises—take Xiao Yu for example; back in the day, he enrolled in medical school to fulfill his grandfather’s wishes rather than pursuing his passion for painting.

After graduation, he had no choice but to work at a small clinic as a doctor to make ends meet. Later on, he accepted and carried forward Wan Sheng Hall to honor his grandfather's last wish.

If not for the inheritance from Zhong Kui, he would have continued struggling along this path. However, since inheriting from both his grandfather and Zhong Kui, he has gradually developed a liking for his medical career.

As for painting, which was once his passion, ever since receiving Zhong Kui's inheritance, he hasn't even picked up a brush or thought about it much.

Xiao Yu and Wei Jun continued drinking while chatting. Gradually, Wei Jun drank more and more until he passed out, completely unconscious by the end. Xiao Yu himself was slightly tipsy after consuming around three catties of alcohol, whereas Wei Jun had only consumed a little over one catty but had no recollection of what happened.

Seeing Wei Jun sprawled on the table in a drunken stupor—Wei Jun usually could only handle half a catty of liquor at most—Xiao Yu felt somewhat uncomfortable remembering his own neglected passion for painting and didn't use the righteous qi technique to sober up.

Xiao Yu stood unsteadily, helped Wei Jun into a guest room to rest, and then himself went straight to bed without meditating as usual. He fell into a deep sleep immediately.

In fact, Xiao Yu had not realized that not pursuing his passion for painting had become an obsession in his mind, and the conversation with Wei Jun was more about him reflecting on his own choices than advising Wei Jun.

After that night of drinking, Xiao Yu didn’t know it, but he had unconsciously resolved this psychological burden.

This happened due to the short time he spent cultivating; otherwise, if this obsession had erupted as his cultivation deepened, the consequences could have been severe—potentially even causing him to lose his soul!

However, all of this happened unconsciously. Xiao Yu was unaware that he had resolved a major obstacle in his life.

The next morning, after waking up and stretching out a long yawn, Xiao Yu got out of bed and walked to the window to look outside.

Standing by the window, gazing at the scenery, Xiao Yu felt an unprecedented clarity in both mind and body. The circulation of righteous qi within him was now smooth and unimpeded, with no sense of awkwardness or obstruction left.

Xiao Yu sensed the changes within his body and heart, instantly becoming stunned. He secretly wondered to himself, "What's going on"

As Xiao Yu's thoughts raced, suddenly, a massive influx of information flooded into his mind.

Standing by the window with his eyes closed, Xiao Yu frowned slightly and stood motionless for over an hour.

Suddenly, Xiao Yu, who was meditating with his eyes closed, abruptly opened them. At that instant, a flash of golden light flickered in his eyes.

At this moment, Xiao Yu's heart felt clear and bright as the information was absorbed and integrated by him. This piece of information was a memory from Zhong Kui; because Xiao Yu’s thoughts were now unobstructed and his mind was clear, he had improved significantly in terms of mental state. As a result, another segment of Zhong Kui's vast memories began to be assimilated.

This particular piece of memory recorded some experiences related to heart demons and demonic obstructions.

After integrating this information, Xiao Yu understood why he had experienced these changes in his heart and body after waking up.

At the same time, he secretly felt relieved that he had resolved the obstruction within his heart. Otherwise, as his cultivation level deepened, such obstructions would have become increasingly stubborn to clear.

Then, Xiao Yu thought of Wei Jun who had come over last night for a drink. He was surprised by this and wondered if Wei Jun was his lucky star

When he went with Wei Jun to trade with the mole rat, it led him to inherit Zhong Kui's legacy. Later, when Wei Jun sought comfort in drinking to relieve his distress and invited Xiao Yu for a drink, unintentionally resolving a mental obstruction within himself.

Xiao Yu checked the time; it was almost eight o'clock. He went into the guest room next door to wake up Wei Jun who had fallen asleep drunk, but no matter how much he called out, Wei Jun merely rolled over and continued sleeping soundly.

Xiao Yu knew that this was due to him drinking too much last night, so when he saw that he couldn't wake Wei Jun, he stopped calling. Xiao Yu found a pen and paper, leaving a note for Wei Jun informing him that he had gone to Wan Sheng Hall.

From today on, Wei Jun would begin his new life, with antique collecting becoming merely an avocation; this also marked Wei Jun's maturity, indicating he was ready to shoulder responsibilities like a true man.

Xiao Yu drove out of the villa and headed towards Wan Sheng Hall.sed to gain such absolute trust from the mighty Secretary-GeneralLi Chuan saw that Man Hongguang believed in Xiao Yu so much that he was willing to risk his daughter’s life, which left him astounded....