Peach Blossom Mountain Liu Jiaxiu's Biography

Chapter 1155: My Son's Coming-of-Age Ceremony
On a sunny morning in September of the 4619th year of the Tang Dynasty, at the Jade Square of Little Penglai Island, the Liu family's annual coming-of-age ceremony for the sixteen-year-old boys in the family was about to be held.

This coming-of-age ceremony attracted much attention because of the two brothers Liu Fujin and Liu Fusheng. Members of the Liu family on Xiao Penglai Island flocked to the island to pay homage to the two young ancestors.

The square had already been carefully decorated. The colorful flags fluttered in the breeze, as if waving happily. The central ceremony platform was surrounded by beautiful flowers, and the fragrance filled the air. The Liu family members dressed in their best clothes and walked into the square in order, their eyes full of respect for the ceremony.

The brothers Liu Fujin and Liu Fusheng appeared on the stage under the attention of the public, along with more than 200 other young men from the Liu family who were over the age of 16.

They have tall and straight postures and look dignified, and the exquisite dresses make them look even more heroic, making them the most eye-catching among their peers.

The tribesmen around all looked up, their eyes following closely. The children looked around curiously, their eyes full of admiration; the elders looked pleased and nodded in admiration.

When the coming-of-age ceremony was about to begin, Liu Changxu and Wu Xuege and other girls appeared like gods, breaking through the clouds. Their figures were illuminated by the sun, and they seemed to be surrounded by auspicious light, with their clothes fluttering. In a moment, they landed steadily on the high platform in the center of the square.

The Liu family members in the square were stunned at first, as if they were shocked by this sudden scene, and time seemed to freeze for a moment.

But they quickly came to their senses, and in an instant, the sounds of greetings came one after another like a surging wave, instantly sweeping across the entire Jade Square.

"I'll wait to see our ancestors!"

"I've met my ancestors!"

"Okay, kids, no need to be polite!"

Liu Changxu's loud yet friendly voice rang out, like a spring breeze blowing through everyone's hearts.

After saying this, he and his wives walked down the platform and came to the square.

For the coming-of-age ceremony for their two sons, Liu Changxu and his wives all dressed up carefully and came in their best attire, as if they were banished immortals.

Liu Changxu was wearing a black robe, the texture of which was extraordinary and seemed to have a faint light flowing. He wore a nine-dragon belt inlaid with gemstones of various colors around his waist. The dragon pattern was lifelike, as if it would take off at any time, which made him look tall and majestic. His every move showed the kingly demeanor and the majesty of the family elder.

Wu Xuege wore a snow-white cape made of ice silk, with endless plum blossom patterns embroidered on it with silver thread. The light blue long skirt inside was like a gurgling stream surrounding her body. She had a unique jade hairpin in her hair, with a phoenix carved on the head of the hairpin ready to fly. Under the sunlight, it reflected colorful light, which contrasted with her peerless face. She was extremely beautiful, like a fairy descending from the Moon Palace, cold and noble.

Xiao Zier was wearing a light purple brocade dress, the rich purple color complementing her gentle and graceful temperament. The fine lace carefully sewn on the cuffs and neckline added a bit of playfulness and cuteness to her. A light purple ribbon was gently tied around her waist, and a crystal teardrop-shaped gem hung at the end of the ribbon. Her eyes were like a pool of autumn water, and between her glances, she was filled with endless emotions and charm, like an elf princess who had strayed into the human world, exuding charming charm.

Zhao Qier, Murong Yuyao, Dongxue, Chen Yufei, Jiang Xuefeng, Yang Qingxue, Liu Qingying, Su Jinxiu, Li Zhenxin, Lian'er and other girls also showed their charm. Their clothes were either gorgeous, elegant, graceful, or fresh. Each of them looked like a fairy walking out of a scroll, gathering into a gorgeous sea of ​​flowers on this jade square.

At this time, Liu Fujiao, the head of the Liu family, calmly led a group of teenagers who were over sixteen years old and walked steadily towards the platform in the square.

As if attracted by a magnet, everyone in the square focused their attention on these young men who were full of vigor and vitality and shouldered the hope of the family. Since the Liu family introduced a very attractive policy to encourage marriage and childbirth, and provided fertility pills for those who had difficulty in giving birth due to their advanced cultivation, the men in the family were enthusiastic and took wives, concubines, and children to contribute to the expansion of the family.

At this time, a large number of foreign immigrants poured into Penglai Island, providing the Liu family's men with ample choices for wives and concubines.

In order to settle down in this unfamiliar fertile land, many families and independent cultivators who had just immigrated to Penglai Island took the initiative to marry their daughters to men from the Liu family as wives or concubines.

Because they know that only by forming a marriage relationship with the Liu family, the rulers of this land, can they obtain the Liu family's true protection and gain a stable foothold here.

What is particularly noteworthy is that many male cultivators from outside the country, for the sake of their own spiritual paths, actually put aside their dignity and reserve and resolutely chose to marry into the Liu family.

As a result, in the places where the Liu family lived, joyful and melodious wedding music could be heard every day. Red sedan chairs shuttled back and forth in the streets and alleys, and matchmaking became the busiest and most respected profession.

Whether they are young and energetic or middle-aged elders, marrying a wife or taking a concubine is their top priority, and this matter has naturally become the most talked-about topic after dinner.

Under the strong impetus of such a hot atmosphere, the population size of the Liu family was like bamboo shoots after being moistened by spring rain, rising steadily and showing an extremely astonishing explosive growth trend.

Now, in the gathering place of the Liu family, the sounds of babies crying and children playing can be heard everywhere, and the once empty houses have begun to become lively.

Driven by such a positive atmosphere, the population of the Liu family grew explosively like mushrooms after a spring rain.

The population of the Liu family also soared from more than 3,000 people thirty years ago to more than 50,000, a direct increase of more than ten times.

The reason why the Liu family's population was able to expand to this extent in a short period of time, in addition to the population growth through marriage, was mainly due to the surge in the birth of newborns.

The fathers of the newborns were mostly powerful men in their families with high cultivation levels. Therefore, due to the bloodline inheritance, the proportion of new lives with spiritual roots was quite high. On average, one out of every three children had spiritual root talents, and there were also many with excellent qualifications.

This year, there are more than 800 teenagers over the age of 16 registered in the Liu family, 235 of whom have spiritual roots, including the two brothers Liu Fujin and Liu Fusheng, two people with Taoist body qualifications, three people with spiritual body qualifications, five people with single spiritual roots, and 21 people with two spiritual roots.

Today in this square, more than 200 young men from the Liu family who participated in the coming-of-age ceremony all have spiritual roots and have entered the path to immortality. They represent the new strength of the Liu family.

Under the personal supervision of clan leader Liu Fujiao, Liu Fujin, Liu Fusheng and other Liu family teenagers who were over 16 years old took over the tokens symbolizing their family identity with solemn and dignified expressions.

From this moment on, their young shoulders will carry the family's expectations and mission, and they will officially embark on their own journey to complete the tasks assigned by the family and move forward bravely for the glory and inheritance of the Liu family.

Liu Changxu looked at his two sons who were tall and handsome with extraordinary temperament, and then cast his gaze at the group of young Liu family members around them who were as energetic as the rising sun. He felt deeply that his family had successors, and his satisfaction was beyond words, as if he saw a beautiful scene of the family becoming more prosperous with their efforts.