The Long Fang family was nestled in a corner, much like their mindset—eager to leave yet unwilling to abandon the efforts of generations, treading a tightrope where both advancement and retreat could lead to doom.

This conflicted family, though claiming to be a transcendent force in the Lingyun Kingdom, was merely a small reef in the turbulent currents of the world, able to influence the grand scheme only at certain times.

Since the deafening roars filled with military spirit erupted from the Grand General's Mansion, the Long Fang family had uncharacteristically shut their doors.

Even their patriarch stepped aside.