Chapter 557: Chapter 284: Arrangements for the Descendants of Old Friends (Part 2)
Now that the Zhou Family has this safeguard, they have begun planning external expansion.
Moreover, the greatest advantage of the Clan Guardian Spirit Beast, the Profound Water Turtle, is its longevity and its peaceful nature.
"Indeed."
Taking a sip of Spirit Tea, Lin Chang’an looked at the three and pondered for a moment, then instructed the Sword Servant:
"First arrange for them to continue with their cultivation. As for tending to the Spirit Fish and Spirit Plants, set that aside for now. Assist you in managing these trivial matters on a daily basis, and do not let it interrupt your cultivation."
Upon hearing this, the Sword Servant nodded respectfully and said, "Yes, Master!"
But in the eyes of the three, this scene served as a silent reminder to them.
Sure enough, this cold and beautiful Foundation Establishment senior was not just an ordinary maid; they must learn to show respect.
"You three are still young. Remember to seize the opportunity to cultivate well. In the Immortal Cultivation Realm, ultimately, strength speaks louder than anything."
Looking at the three, Lin Chang’an also showed the concern of an elder, advising them earnestly.
"Thank you for your concern, Granduncle and Senior Lin."
Two of them have slightly above Middle Grade Spirit Roots, and one has just reached Upper Grade Spirit Root, indicating none of them lack talent.
In the Immortal Cultivation Realm, Upper Grade Spirit Root is already considered among the top tier; as for Earth Grade Spirit Root, it represents potential even among Nascent Soul influences.
As for Celestial Spirit Root, it goes without saying, it directly results in all information being sealed off.
Lin Chang’an’s eyes sparkled. The three weren’t very old, and each was already at the Qi Refining Sixth and Seventh Layer in cultivation.
If they could establish their Foundation in the future, they could be entrusted with overseeing some of his businesses externally.
Even if they fall short, cultivators at the Qi Refining Late Stage could still be arranged for various tasks.
After all, with industries expanding, trusted allies are needed to oversee them.
More importantly, he doesn’t want to waste time on trivialities, and the Sword Servant can’t manage these either.
"Has anything happened while I’ve been in closed-door cultivation?"
Inside the pavilion, the three stood respectfully to the side while the Sword Servant, pouring tea, recounted the events of the past few years outside.
It also served as a subtle reminder to the three of what their master required.
"Master, a major event happened three years ago, three months before you entered closed-door cultivation. At the border between the Five Dragons Island Sea Region and the Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea, a Secret Realm appeared.
The border is now in chaos, and the news has spread, with many cultivators flocking there... even several Core Formation cultivators have already fallen..."
When Lin Chang’an heard about the emergence of a Secret Realm, he was slightly surprised, then relieved, recalling that it was near the Demon Beast Abyss.
Here in the Demon Beast Abyss, it’s commonplace for a dwelling relic to appear.
Powerful cultivators often ventured into the Outer Sea seeking fortunes, only to eventually perish in temporary dwellings, which then became treasure hunting grounds for subsequent cultivators.
However, this time, it seemed quite serious. It had just begun, yet several Core Formation cultivators had already died.
The trio was even more shocked hearing this—Core Formation cultivators, whom they deemed supreme in the Yue Kingdom, were suddenly gone just like that?
"A dwelling relic? Was it an ancient cultivator or what?"
Lin Chang’an frowned, while the Sword Servant replied solemnly:
"Master, according to the news from the Profound Sound Pavilion, it doesn’t seem to be an ancient cultivator. However, shortly after the Secret Realm appeared, a ghostly mist enveloped the area.
Under the array prohibitions, only some Qi Refining cultivators can enter at present, so the details remain unclear..."
After hearing this intelligence, Lin Chang’an shook his head; truly a season of turmoil.
Luckily, it was at the border of the Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea. Now, he aimed for peaceful cultivation, so it didn’t affect him much.
Just then, the Sound Transmission Jade Talisman began to flicker.
It was a transmission from Fairy Ni Chang of the Profound Sound Pavilion. Due to the Secret Realm incident, countless foreign cultivators had flocked to the Five Dragons Island Sea Region.
Currently, the three major powers intend to set aside their differences and jointly stabilize the impact on the market.
"The market, huh? This is an opportunity for Five Dragons Island as well."
Listening to the Divine Sense transmission from Fairy Ni Chang within the Jade Talisman, Lin Chang’an nodded silently.
The influx of foreign cultivators also represents a massive commercial opportunity, especially those venturing into the Secret Realm, as well as those engaging in murder and theft.
As a Tier Three Array Master, he seemed poised to seize a great opportunity.
Regarding the Profound Sound Pavilion knowing about his recent emergence from seclusion, Lin Chang’an was well aware.
On Celestial Spring Peak, there was a herb garden managed by disciples from the Profound Sound Pavilion, as well as numerous beasts reared by female disciples sent by the pavilion.
This was all with his consent.
Who wouldn’t accept free benefits?
"Furthermore, if a Core Formation cultivator wants to hide, how could mere low-tier cultivators keep watch?"
Lin Chang’an’s expression remained calm; the disciples of the Profound Sound Pavilion stationed at Celestial Spring Peak were also a means of fostering closer ties.
Normative seclusion or emergence from seclusion was originally for outsiders to see.
For instance, when he spread the word of his seclusion, the disciples from the pavilion would immediately relay the information back to the sect, informing Elder Lin that he’s in seclusion and unavailable for guests or array-related matters.
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Shen Zhuang, Li Tianmo, and Zhou Bingxuan settled steadily on Celestial Spring Peak.
"Junior sister Bingxuan, you’ve really misled us. You told us it was Middle Grade Spirit Root when it was Upper Grade Spirit Root."
Upon meeting again, Li Tianmo jokingly teased, while Shen Zhuang merely smiled sincerely and didn’t take it to heart.
In his grandmother’s words, when out in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, telling the truth could be deadly.
Thus, he always remembered his grandmother’s teachings—to keep quiet when out, speak little and act more, and be wholly transparent with this Granduncle Lin.
"Senior brothers, I apologize for the earlier deception."
