Chapter 1083: Chapter 1083

According to Tang Ming’s request, the Wu Family kept the banquet simple. In the restaurant, only Wu Dao and an elderly man in white, hunched over and full of wrinkles yet spirited, sat by the tea table drinking tea.

"Father, the Lin Family has already announced the relationship between Tang Xin and Lin Xue. Just as I anticipated, the Lin Family is trying to build a closer relationship with Tang Xin, undermining the Su Family."

Wu Dao looked at the old Wu patriarch with deep feelings.

"There’s nothing strange about this; it’s quite normal."

The old Wu patriarch was very calm, squinting his old eyes and calmly saying:

"Although the Lin Family, Su Family, Wu Family, and Long Family have been very united, that was once in the past, under the oppression of the Ming Group, forcing them to unite externally.

Now, with the rise of the Dark Group faction, in the future, it would be inevitable that there will be imbalances in interest distribution among the four families, and over time, someone will grow stronger while some will decline."

"Father, do you mean there might be a split in our family alliances?"

Wu Dao’s face changed slightly, staring at the old patriarch in disbelief; this speculation was too terrifying.

"Not possible in the current situation, at least in your generation in power, there won’t be a split because you’ve been comrades through the Black Fifteen Years! But can you guarantee the situation when your son and grandson take over?"

The old patriarch asked with a deep tone.

"Isn’t that thinking too far ahead?"

Wu Dao frowned, looking uncertainly at the old patriarch; this should be something decades away.

"People without foresight must have immediate concerns. The reason why the nine families have stood strong in the Urban Martial Arts for so many years is the result of long-term planning by the ancestors of each family."

The old patriarch sighed, "If back then, it wasn’t for your grandfather’s foresight and wise decisions, our Wu Family might have been buried in the river of history long ago. How could there be the current Wu Family."

"Father, your teachings are correct; it’s my lack of consideration."

Su Tianyu nodded repeatedly, worrying, "So, it’s especially important for which family among our alliances takes control of resource allocation."

"Tang Xin is only eighteen this year. He can still participate in the competition four more times. If in these four times, he participates as the Su Family’s son-in-law, it means the Su Family would remain the controlling family in resource allocation for the next twelve years."

The old patriarch sighed, cautiously saying, "Originally, the strength of our families was evenly matched, but if the Su Family wins five times in a row, their strength will inevitably far surpass the other families. At that point, it might be impossible to remain on equal footing."

"The Lin Family realized this, which is why they went to great lengths to push Lin Xue towards Tang Xin. With Tang Xin as the son-in-law of both the Lin Family and Su Family, it will be difficult for him to solely aid the Su Family in the next competition."

Wu Dao was also a smart person, and upon careful thought, he understood the key point.

"Even if the Lin Family and Su Family alternate ascending in power, it’s not a good thing for our Wu Family and Long Family."

The old patriarch squinted his eyes, saying deeply, "If that’s the case, by your son’s generation, our Wu Family might only be reduced to an affiliate family of the Lin Family or Su Family, as we no longer have the strength to form an alliance."

"Father, I know what to do."

After hearing this, Wu Dao nodded solemnly.

Not long after, Wu Xiaoyu’s voice came from outside:

"Grandfather, Father, I’ve brought the guest."

Tang Ming and Wu Xiaoyu entered the hall and saw there weren’t many people inside.

Tang Ming smiled contentedly; he was afraid the Wu Family would go overboard and bring a crowd along, which would affect his dining experience and make him uncomfortable.

"Hahaha, Tang Xin, you’re finally here."

Wu Dao stood up, looking warmly at Tang Ming, "We have seen the video where you beat Fu Tianyou; it was truly satisfying."

"Uncle Wu, you’ve seen it, though I acted out of impulse. I do regret it now."

Tang Ming smiled modestly and stepped forward to greet, "Greetings, Uncle Wu, greetings, Grandpa Wu."

"Hahaha, good, good, please have a seat. Let me have the meal prepared."

Seeing Tang Ming being so courteous, the old patriarch laughed heartily, warmly guiding Tang Ming to the dinner table.

Soon, the servants served a table full of delicacies.

Looking at the table full of food, Tang Ming’s mouth watered, but as the host hadn’t invited him yet, he felt embarrassed to start.

"Father, Grandpa, let’s hurry and eat. Group Leader Tang is famous for being a foodie; if we wait any longer, he’ll surely become impatient."

Wu Xiaoyu, knowing Tang Ming’s preferences, reminded them speechlessly.

"Then let’s eat, eat quickly."

The old patriarch promptly picked up his chopsticks to offer Tang Ming some food.

"Then I won’t be courteous, thanks to the Wu Family for the hospitality."

Tang Ming expressed his gratitude, then without concern for his image, began to eat and drink heartily.

The Wu Family father and son looked at Tang Ming gorging himself and didn’t fault him, instead, they chatted idly while offering drinks and food, creating a harmonious scene.

Half an hour later, Tang Ming had devoured everything.

To maintain his image, he felt embarrassed to request several more tables of food, as the Wu Family wasn’t the Lin Family, making him still feel somewhat like an outsider.

After the table was cleared, the old patriarch signaled Wu Dao with a look.

Understanding the signal, Wu Dao smiled warmly at Tang Ming:

"I heard Group Leader Tang is also engaged with Lin Xue from the Lin Family, truly something worth celebrating."

"There’s nothing special to celebrate; it’s just ordinary."

Tang Ming patted his stomach, feeling helpless; if only he could avoid the engagement altogether.

"Haha, truly a hero from a young age!"

Wu Dao laughed heartily, admiringly saying, "But thinking about it, it’s right; figures in the martial arts world are unrestrained, having multiple wives is quite typical. For such an outstanding talent like Group Leader Tang, having ten or eight wives wouldn’t be an issue."

"I don’t have that kind of ambition; women equate to trouble, and the more women, the more trouble there will be. This is truly a fact."

Tang Ming shook his head earnestly, recalling his time in Huaxia, finding all troubles revolved around women, unlike his experiences overseas.

"You can’t say that; you’re still young, and when you’re older, you’ll realize the more women, the greater the role in expanding the family’s branches and leaves."

Wu Dao echoed, squinting at Tang Ming, "I wonder what Group Leader Tang thinks of my daughter Xiaoyu?"

Upon hearing this, Wu Xiaoyu and Tang Ming became alert simultaneously.

As soon as Lin Family asked this question, they were about to push Lin Xue onto him. Now Wu Dao asked the same question, are they planning to do the same with Wu Xiaoyu?

Tang Ming felt confused, pondering on the way back, Wu Xiaoyu’s attitude didn’t seem like she wanted to be his fiancée?

Wu Xiaoyu had a changeable expression, sensing an ominous premonition in her heart.