Longevity: My Talents Are a Bit Abundant

Chapter 563: Inheritance of Incense

Lin Xingye and the others were taken aback.

For a moment, they didn’t understand Shen Xuan’s intention.

Shen Xuan said indifferently: "Choose a child from the Lin Family and adopt them under Lin Junxing’s name."

Only then did Patriarch Lin react, not daring to be negligent, and hastily instructed Lin Xingping to proceed.

Before long, Shen Xuan returned to the Patriarch’s Mansion.

A dozen immortal seeds from the Lin Family, all between eight and thirteen years old, timidly entered the reception hall under the guidance of their families.

These were all middle grade Spirit Roots, already screened once by Lin Xingye.

At this moment, they did not know Shen Xuan’s intention.

Shen Xuan scanned the room with his Divine Sense, his gaze lingering on an eleven-year-old girl.

She was dressed plainly, her eyes clear, her expression solitary, exuding a rare spiritual elegance.

"Middle grade Wood Spirit Root, but it’s sufficient."

Shen Xuan thought to himself.

For him, guiding an immortal seed with a middle grade Wood Spirit Root to establish a Dao Foundation was not difficult.

Apart from high-quality Creation Pills, he also had some Demon Sect techniques to slightly enhance Spirit Root talent.

If necessary, he could even ask the Great Demon Ziyun for help.

Moreover, the girl’s eyebrows and features bore some resemblance to Lin Zhuying, likely close relatives.

"It’s her, the others may leave."

Shen Xuan pointed at the young girl.

Lin Xingping led the others away.

Patriarch Lin stepped forward upon seeing this, saying: "True Master Shen, this girl is named Lin Xiaowan, a distant branch of Xingcheng’s line."

Shen Xuan nodded slightly, having already made his decision.

"Let her come over."

Patriarch Lin brought Lin Xiaowan to Shen Xuan’s presence.

"Lin Xiaowan, I am Shen Xuan, titled Profound Ice, a True Master of the Cyan Cloud Sect. I have something to discuss with you."

Shen Xuan spoke amiably.

"Your Lin Family had a person named Lin Junxing. His wife was Qianzhu, and his daughter Lin Zhuying. Now, all three of them have passed away. I had a bond with them."

"I want to choose someone from the Lin Family to inherit their legacy. Recognize Lin Junxing as father, Qianzhu as mother, Lin Zhuying as sister."

"Lin Xiaowan, if you are willing, I will take you as a registered disciple, change your name to Lin Yueying, and take you to Starlight Island for cultivation."

"Thirty years later, with your Foundation Establishment completed, return to the Lin Family and inherit Lin Junxing’s lineage."

"This matter, I must hear your personal willingness. Are you willing?"

These words shocked everyone present.

Patriarch Lin and the three were first stunned, then overjoyed.

In front of Shen Xuan, they didn’t dare speak, continuously hinting at Lin Xiaowan to hurry and kneel to acknowledge her master.

This was indeed the greatest chance for the Lin Family in a thousand years!

Even with the status of a Cyan Cloud Sect Golden Core disciple, Lin Xiaowan, even as a registered disciple, would rise to great heights.

With such connections, no one would dare underestimate the Lin Family of Wo Hu Mountain!

Shen Xuan’s action not only provided Lin Xiaowan with a Foundation Establishment future but also brought immeasurable influence to the Lin Family.

Lin Xiaowan, being clever, thought for a moment before kneeling and kowtowing fervently.

"Disciple Lin Yueying, greets Master!"

"Good."

Shen Xuan sat motionless, accepting Lin Yueying’s disciple ceremony.

"Rise. From today, you are my registered disciple."

With a wave of his sleeve, a gentle force lifted Lin Yueying up.

"Remember, adhere strictly to Sect rules, and don’t act recklessly. If bullied, report my name, True Master Profound Ice of Cyan Cloud Sect."

"Yes. Disciple will strictly adhere to Sect rules and focus on cultivation."

Shen Xuan nodded.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, tomorrow at noon, arrange a disciple ceremony. Attend to Yueying’s needs."

Patriarch Lin and the three bowed deeply to Shen Xuan.

"Thank you, True Master Shen. The Lin Family will never forget this grace, remembering it for eternity."

Patriarch Lin’s voice trembled with emotion.

Shen Xuan calmly accepted their bow.

"The cycle of cause and effect follows its course. Take care of yourselves and proceed."

Arranging a disciple ceremony required sending messages far and wide.

Lin Yueying also needed to break ties with her original family.

Shen Xuan didn’t bother with these trivial matters.

The next day.

The Lin Family of Wo Hu Mountain hung lanterns and banners, brimming with joy.

A Major Golden Core True Master accepting a Lin Family member as a registered disciple was a momentous occasion.

Patriarch Lin spared no effort, making the disciple ceremony especially grand.

None of the other five major cultivation clans’ patriarchs from Weimu County were absent, all were present.

At the banquet, Patriarch Lin was beaming, entertaining the other clan leaders like Patriarch Zeng.

Shen Xuan sat serenely in the main seat, while the young girl Lin Yueying donned a brand new moon-white Immortal Skirt, standing obediently behind him.

Her small face was tense.

Her eyes, however, were filled with dreams of the future.

Led by Patriarch Zeng, the five patriarchs and guests stood up together, raising their glasses to Shen Xuan.

"Congratulations to True Master Profound Ice on gaining an excellent student! Wishing True Master Profound Ice a prosperous path ahead!"

Their voices were harmonious, each filled with excitement and joy.

The reputation of True Master Profound Ice had long spread throughout Song Country.

This was indeed a Cyan Cloud Sect Ice Technique Golden Core True Master, famous for defeating a Late Stage Golden Core member of the Dominating Blade Sect.

True Master Profound Ice accepting a Lin Family member as a disciple.

The entire cultivation clan network of Weimu County stood to benefit.

The six major cultivation clans intermarried among each other.

Strictly speaking, they could claim some kinship with Lin Yueying.

Shen Xuan nodded slightly, raising his glass in acknowledgment as a return gesture.

As for the others present, it didn’t matter much.

But the head of the Qi Family, was an old acquaintance, Qi Wanqing.

At this time, Qi Wanqing was dressed in a deep purple palace robe, exuding nobility, ranking just below Patriarch Zeng among the five patriarchs.

A scan with Divine Sense revealed her realm cultivation was Late Stage of Foundation Establishment.

"It’s been years, ultimately she remained with the Qi Family."

This was a fate many female cultivators of cultivation clans faced.

If a female cultivator from a cultivation clan succeeded in cultivation, the family could not bear to marry her out.

Qi Wanqing sensed Shen Xuan’s gaze, lifted her eyes, and smiled slightly.

The banquet continued.

But Shen Xuan stayed only for the duration of half a stick of incense, then withdrew.

He asked Patriarch Lin to bring Qi Wanqing for a private meeting.

In the quiet room, the aroma of tea lingered.​​

"Congratulations to True Master Shen on condensing a Golden Core, renowned across the nations!"

Upon meeting, Qi Wanqing paid respects with a bow.

"There are no outsiders here, between you and me, there’s no need for formality."

Shen Xuan waved his hand, gesturing for Qi Wanqing to sit down.

He informed Qi Wanqing that Li Ruyi had successfully condensed a Nether Pill, restoring the memories of her past.

Upon hearing this, Qi Wanqing’s body trembled slightly, revealing a look of joy.

"Though the future is fraught with dangers and opportunities are slim, Fellow Daoist Li still presses forward without hesitation."

Shen Xuan remarked with emotion.

The difficulty of a Nether Cultivator forming a core exceeds even that of a Spirit Cultivator.

Were it not for his protection, Li Ruyi might have been reduced to ashes by the Celestial Tribulation Divine Thunder.

In the grand scheme of destiny, perhaps everything has its fixed order.

He and Li Ruyi complement each other well, forming a seamless partnership.

Between them, they’ve also built a trust that is unwavering unto death.

And Qi Wanqing is Li Ruyi’s only friend besides him.

Therefore, Shen Xuan regards her with special esteem.

"I see your cultivation has been quite smooth, already at the Late Stage of Foundation Establishment. If resources are abundant, you might attempt core formation."

"I can attempt core formation?"

Qi Wanqing’s expression was complex.

Though it seemed like a question, it was more a mixture of hope.

Shen Xuan scanned Qi Wanqing with his Divine Sense and thoughtfully said, "A true pill might be difficult. A fake pill stands some chance."

The matter of core formation is always uncertain.

Shen Xuan did not speak in absolutes.

Qi Wanqing’s talent is quite good, her cultivation smooth, and her Dao Foundation undamaged.

If there are abundant resources, she should logically aim for core formation.

However, for a cultivation clan, there are numerous needs like the Golden Transformation Pill, Core Formation Spiritual Objects, Soul-Protecting Pill, core formation grounds, none of which are prepared.

Qi Wanqing was silent for a long time, then bowed deeply: "Thank you, True Master Shen, for your guidance."

Clearly, Qi Wanqing is carefully considering the matter of core formation.

After all, the cultivation resources required for forming a core are beyond what the Qi Family can bear.

Shen Xuan nodded and then changed the subject: "Fellow Daoist Qi and Fellow Daoist Li haven’t met for quite some time!"

"Why don’t you make a trip to Starlight Island, meet with Fellow Daoist Li. She has formed a core twice and is quite experienced."

"You can ask her for advice directly. By the way, please help me bring this registered disciple to Starlight Island."

Qi Wanqing immediately said: "Rest assured, True Master Shen, Wanqing will surely escort Lin Yueying safely to Starlight Island."

"Thank you."

Shen Xuan took out a blank Jade Scroll, inscribed some text, and handed it to Qi Wanqing.

"Deliver this Jade Scroll to True Master Cold Jade on Starlight Island. She will take you to see Fellow Daoist Li Ruyi."

The two chatted for a few moments.

Shen Xuan called the Patriarch Lin inside, instructing Lin Yueying to follow Qi Wanqing to Starlight Island.

At this time, Yan and Song Countries were at peace.

Qi Wanqing’s realm cultivation was at the Late Stage of Foundation Establishment, already quite formidable.

With Lin Yueying traveling alongside her, there was no need to worry for safety.

...

Wilderness.

Howling Moon Fox’s domain, the flat summit of a high mountain.

The bright moon hung like a Jade Plate, moonlight gently spilled.

The Howling Moon Fox, who had just set up the Illusory Moon Spirit Locking Array, waved the Array Flag, continuously gathering Moonlight Essence, compressing and condensing it into Moon Spirit Beads.

Each Moon Spirit Bead required over a hundred spells.

She had advanced greatly after receiving the Cyan Cloud Sect’s tier-three array inheritance from Shen Xuan.

Previously, it would have been hard to condense even one in a year.

Beside her, the three-tailed tabby cat was watching drowsily.

"Success!"

The Howling Moon Fox displayed joy.

Another Moon Spirit Bead had formed.

"Twenty-six beads!"

Before, she owed Shen Xuan six Moon Spirit Beads.

Which she handed over to the Bai Family Ancestor.

Moon Spirit Beads are condensed from Moonlight Essence.

They’re quite useful for demon beast cultivation.

Like the Spirit Gathering Pill to Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

Though not as good as Emperor’s Liquid, they’re still rare demon beast spirit pills.

"Howling Moon, now that Yan and Song Countries are at peace, will True Master Shen still come to us?"

"It’s True Master Shen!"

The Howling Moon Fox rolled her eyes.

"Three-tail, don’t be disrespectful. True Master Shen is a Golden Core True Master; if you’re not afraid to die, don’t drag me down with you!"

"Why did he become a Golden Core!"

The three-tailed tabby cat looked at its tail, somewhat mournful.

"After all these years, I still only have three tails!"

"What do you expect?"

The Howling Moon Fox said irritably: "If you had four tails, the position of demon emperor would have to be yours!"

"You’d be the eighth demon emperor of the Wilderness!"

The three-tailed tabby cat was somewhat unconvinced.

"And what of being a demon emperor! My ancestors were ancient divine beasts, Nine-tailed Foxes!"

"You mentioned ancient divine beasts! On the Profound Origin Continent, the most powerful descendants of Nine-tailed Foxes have only four tails!"

The Howling Moon Fox mocked: "With your gluttonous and lazy ways, managing to grow a third tail is considered a stroke of fortune from your ancestors!"

"All you do is eat and sleep, never taking time to cultivate! How do I end up with a friend like you!"

"Don’t roam around the Frost Wolf territory. He’s mentioned to me several times. He’ll spare no mercy if he catches you. You can’t defeat him!"

"He can’t catch me!"

The three-tailed tabby cat retorted defiantly.

"I can’t be bothered with you!"

The Howling Moon Fox put away the Array Flag, preparing to return to her estate.

At that moment, a strong Golden Core aura swept over.

The Howling Moon Fox paused.

After a brief shock, she hurried to collect the Array Flag faster.

"He’s here!"

"True Master Shen is here!"

The three-tailed tabby cat shouted in joy, transforming into a ray of purple light, darting straight down the mountain.

This time, True Master Shen should bring something tasty!