Family Rise: Start with Daily Intelligence.

Chapter 647 Super Doubled! All Realms and Universes!!
Inside the meeting hall.

With the selection of the heir apparent finalized, everyone had different thoughts, and their gazes couldn't help but quietly sweep over the three ladies sitting above them—the first wife Liu Meizhen, the second wife Yu Qingru, and the third wife Wu Ling'er.

The three sons of the clan leader's lineage all come from this family, and the final outcome of the position of heir is closely related to the three wives and their offspring.

Just as everyone was secretly speculating...

Wu Ling'er stood up on her own initiative:

"Mistress, elders, regarding the matter of the heir apparent, the heirs of my third branch voluntarily withdraw from this and subsequent selection process."

These words caused a stir throughout the hall, and even Liu Meizhen and Yu Qingru looked at her with slight surprise.

Wu Ling'er remained calm and continued:
“I come from a witch village in the northern frontier. Although I have been married into the Fu family for many years and have long considered myself a member of the Fu family, our bloodlines are ultimately different. If my son is fortunate enough to become the heir apparent, I fear it will be difficult to gain the complete trust of the clan. Even if people do not say it, they will inevitably harbor resentment in their hearts. In the long run, this will be detrimental to the unity of the family.”

She paused, her tone sincere:
"Rather than cause trouble later, it is better to express our intentions now. I, the third son of the family, will diligently cultivate myself and serve the family in the future, but I will not participate in the position of heir. This is the common wish of me and my children, and I hope that the mistress and the elders will grant it."

The hall was silent, and everyone was moved by Wu Ling'er's profound sense of righteousness and magnanimity.

Seeing this, Yu Qingru, who was standing to the side, also bowed slightly and spoke softly:
“Mistress, since Ling’er has expressed her feelings, I also feel that… the position of heir is related to the legitimate succession of the family. It is most appropriate and safest for the eldest son of the main branch, the direct descendant of you, Mistress, to inherit it. My branch is also willing to do its best to assist her and jointly ensure the prosperity of the family.”

With the two ladies making their statements one after another, all eyes immediately turned to Liu Meizhen.

Liu Meizhen slowly rose, glancing at Wu Ling'er and Yu Qingru, a hint of relief flashing in her eyes:
“Sister Ling’er is very righteous, and Sister Qingru is considerate of the overall situation. I am very pleased.”

"However, the position of heir apparent is not something that can be privately bestowed, nor is it solely determined by birth order. It is the key to the rise and fall of my Fu family for the next several hundred years!"

She surveyed the room, her tone becoming more forceful:

"My husband asked me to tell you all that because his cultivation is becoming increasingly profound, he will often be in seclusion for decades at a time. If he condenses his Nascent Soul, it is common for him to be in seclusion for more than a hundred years at a time. The family cannot be without a leader for even a day. Therefore, this heir must be someone who can truly shoulder the responsibility and lead the family forward when we elders are too busy to attend to other matters!"

Therefore, my husband and I share the same opinion—

This selection of the heir apparent will not distinguish between嫡子 (legitimate sons) and 庶子 (sons of concubines), nor will it consider seniority; only talent and merit will be considered! All members of the Yong and Qing generations will start on the same footing, relying on their own abilities to contribute to the family's success and earn this honor and responsibility!

"Only those who stand out through fair competition can win the respect of the people and unite the strength of the entire clan! This is the true responsibility to the future of the Fu family!"

Liu Meizhen's gaze was intense, carrying the authority and foresight of the matriarch of the household:
"Only healthy competition can unleash the full potential of our clan's members and keep our Fu family vibrant and energetic! This is the original intention of my husband's strategy, and it is also the foundation upon which our Fu family stands. I hope all elders will remember this and use it to encourage future generations!"

Everyone in the hall was shaken to their core upon hearing this.

"The mistress (head of the household) is wise! We will certainly follow her teachings and urge the younger generation to compete fairly, judging heroes by their talent, virtue, and achievements!"

...

...

After the general meeting in the council hall ended, the atmosphere in the small council hall in the second courtyard was completely different.

Yu Qingru sat at the head of the table, with her children and daughters-in-law below her:

The eldest son Fu Yong'an, the eldest daughter Fu Yongning, the third son Fu Yongqing and his wife Liu Shuang, the fourth son Fu Yongshou and his wife Yu, the fifth son Fu Yongkui, and the youngest son Fu Yongyun.

The solemnity of the main hall had faded from the faces of the crowd, replaced by a sense of unease and calculation that came from behind closed doors.

Liu Shuang, being more outgoing, broke the silence by speaking first:

“Mother, brothers and sisters, since the mistress has made it clear that the position of heir apparent will be contested based on merit, regardless of whether the son is legitimate or illegitimate. If our second branch wants to compete for it, we must concentrate our efforts to have any hope of standing out among the many sons and entering the top three.”

Her gaze swept over the several Golden Core cultivators present, and she analyzed:
"Currently, in my second branch of the family, my eldest brother, second sister, and youngest brother Yongyun are all at the Golden Core stage. In terms of strength and potential, the three of you are the most qualified to compete for the position of heir apparent. In my opinion, we may discuss electing one person as the leader, with the rest of us providing full support and concentrating our merits on that one person. In this way, we will have a greater chance of success."

As soon as she finished speaking, Fu Yongning said calmly:
“I appreciate your kindness, sister-in-law. However, I have no interest in the position of heir apparent. My path lies not in power, but in cultivation itself.”

Having experienced the upheavals at the Princess's residence, she had long since become indifferent to power and influence. Now, she revealed her true feelings without any lingering attachment.

Everyone's attention immediately turned to Fu Yong'an.

Fu Yong'an remained calm and shook his head slightly:

“As you all know, I am preoccupied with maintaining the family business and cannot spare the time. Moreover, as a non-family head, it would be improper for me to compete for the position of the Fu family's heir, and it would also invite criticism. Therefore, I am not in a position to participate in this matter.”

Immediately, all eyes were focused on the youngest son, Fu Yongyun.

Fu Yongyun felt the gazes of the crowd, but his young face showed no fear; instead, a sharp glint flashed across it.

His aura was deep and serene, clearly indicating that he had already reached the late stage of the Golden Core realm!

Years ago, by chance, he absorbed the energy of a demon and broke through to the Golden Core stage, starting from the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm. Over the past ten years, he has cultivated diligently and has even surpassed his mother, Yu Qingru, becoming the de facto number one fighter in the second branch of the family.

He took a deep breath, stood up, cupped his hands in a respectful greeting to his mother, elder brother, sister-in-law, and elder sister, his eyes filled with confidence and fighting spirit:
“Mother, elder brother, sister-in-law, second sister. Since eldest brother and second sister are not interested in this, I am willing to give it a try in this healthy competition!”

His voice deepened, carrying a force that could not be underestimated:
"I have made some progress in my cultivation thanks to the support of my family. Now that I have the opportunity, I will fight with all my might to bring honor to my second branch of the family and to secure a brighter future for my own spiritual path!"

Yu Qingru looked at her youngest son, her eyes filled with complex emotions—a mixture of relief and worry, which ultimately turned into support.
“Since Yun’er has the will and the ability, I will naturally support her.”

She composed herself and looked at everyone:

"In that case, my second branch will devise a strategy to concentrate resources to help Yongyun compete for merit and strive for the position of heir apparent!"

With the policy set, the atmosphere in the hall immediately became lively.

Fu Yongkui, who was in charge of the Business Hall and was well-informed, immediately chimed in:
"The most urgent task is to clarify which matters in the family have the greatest merit and are most suitable for Yongyun to play a role."

Fu Yongqing pondered for a moment and said:

"Developing Cangnan Prefecture in Jinzhou is the most important task for the family in the next few decades, and there will be many opportunities for meritorious service. Whether it is exploring mineral veins, clearing out monsters, establishing strongholds, or negotiating with local forces, as long as you do well, the merits will be considerable."

Liu Shuang added:
"Besides exploration, high-difficulty tasks offered by the family, such as refining specific high-level pills and magical artifacts, or eliminating certain evil cultivators or demonic beasts that cause trouble, can also bring great merit if completed."

Fu Yongyun's eyes flickered, clearly having taken his brother and sister-in-law's words to heart, and he began to plan how to seize the initiative in this competition for merit.

...

...

the other side.

Fu Yongpeng listened with a gloomy expression to the "rumors" reported by his confidant.

"The second branch of the family... has already decided to fully support Fu Yongyun?" A hint of jealousy and urgency flashed in Fu Yongpeng's eyes.

In his view, his son Fu Qinglin was the undisputed leader among the Qing generation, with exceptional talent. He was currently in seclusion, attempting to break through to the Golden Core stage, and his future was limitless. The position of heir should rightfully belong to his lineage! How could it fall behind the second branch?
He took a deep breath, suppressing his surging emotions, and ordered a banquet to be prepared, inviting his triplets—Fu Yongjing, who was obsessed with weapon crafting, and Fu Yongling, who was devoted to swordsmanship.

After several rounds of drinks, Fu Yongpeng feigned a sigh and took the lead in stating his "position":
"Seventh Brother, Eighth Brother, the position of heir of the family is currently vacant. This is the time for us brothers and nephews to strive for it. I, your elder brother, am of mediocre talent and have not yet achieved the Core Formation stage, so I have given up on that idea. But you two are both pillars of the Fu family, one skilled in weapon crafting and the other in swordsmanship! I am willing to give everything to help one of you compete for the position of heir!"

Fu Yongjing was fiddling with a newly forged artifact in his hand when he heard this. Without even looking up, he simply waved his hand.
"Brother, you jest. I spend all day by the fire and I feel like I don't have enough time. How could I be suited to handle the family's affairs? I have no interest in the position of heir."

Fu Yongling wiped his natal flying sword, his tone as cold and sharp as a sword's edge:

"My path lies in the sword, not in power. The position of heir apparent is as fleeting as clouds to me."

Fu Yongpeng was secretly delighted, but on the surface he showed a troubled expression:
“The second branch has already joined forces. If our first branch remains a disorganized mess, wouldn’t we become a laughingstock? Since you two aren’t focused on this, we can’t afford to lose to the second branch! You know Qinglin; he’s exceptionally talented and has a great temperament. He’s currently in seclusion, forming his core. Once he succeeds, he’ll undoubtedly become a leading figure among our Qing generation. Why don’t we… join forces to help him?”

He looked intently at his two younger brothers, trying to get a positive response.

However, Fu Yongjing frowned, put down the artifact prototype in his hand, and said bluntly:
“Brother Yongpeng, Qinglin is talented, but he is still young and inexperienced. He hasn’t even formed his Golden Core yet. Is it too early to talk about competing for the title of heir? In my opinion, instead of supporting an unknown, we should join forces to support Brother Yongfan.”

He looked at Fu Yongling, who nodded slightly in agreement.

Fu Yongjing continued:

“Brother Yongfan is the eldest son of the legitimate wife. He has been working hard in the clan's affairs for many years and is very experienced. After decades of training in the capital, he has become much more mature. He has formed a third-grade golden core, with a solid foundation. Most importantly, he is our sibling from the same mother. Supporting him is legitimate and we have a greater chance of success.”

Upon hearing this, Fu Yongpeng's jealousy intensified, but his face instantly filled with disappointment and sorrow. He feigned retreat, his voice trembling with emotion:

“My two brothers… I know what you’re saying all too well. But… but my heart is filled with bitterness!”

He gulped down a glass of wine, his eyes reddening.
"Father and Mother... they must have long since grown tired of their good-for-nothing son. Otherwise, why have the clan's resources never been tilted towards me, causing me to waste my time until now, with no hope of even reaching the Golden Core stage?"

He blamed his incompetence entirely on his parents' unfair treatment, his tone filled with grievance and resentment:
"This is how my life is going to be; I dare not ask for anything more. But I... I can't let Qinglin end up like me, mediocre and missing out on opportunities because no one is there to support him!"

talking.

"Plop" sound.

He knelt down before Fu Yongjing and Fu Yongling, tears streaming down his face:

“Brother Yongfan… even without our help, as the eldest son, do you think Father and Mother wouldn’t help him? His path is destined to be smooth! But what about Qinglin? He only has me, his useless father! If even you uncles don’t help him, who else can he rely on?”

"I'm begging you, brother! Please help Qinglin! Even if it's just giving him a chance to be a candidate and see if he can live up to expectations, then as his father, I'll have done right by him!"

Fu Yongjing and Fu Yongling were at a loss for what to do when they saw their elder brother kneeling on the ground and weeping.

They were relatively simple-minded; one was obsessed with weapon crafting, and the other was devoted to the sword. They had never seen such a scene before. Listening to their elder brother's tearful lament, and remembering that their nephew Fu Qinglin was indeed exceptionally talented, their hearts softened.

The two looked at each other and saw the helplessness and compromise in each other's eyes.

Fu Yongjing sighed and stepped forward to help Fu Yongpeng up: "Brother, what are you doing! Get up! We...we promise you."

Fu Yongling also said in a low voice, "Yes, we will do our best to help Qinglin."

Fu Yongpeng was overjoyed, but on his face he still looked extremely grateful and thanked him repeatedly.

He sneered inwardly. As long as he got his son on the candidate list, with Qinglin's talent and his own maneuvering, he might have a chance! After all, once on the candidate list, the final decision on who would become the heir apparent would be made by the council of elders, and that was the crucial step!
Fu Yongpeng would never allow his son to repeat his "old path"!
……

Fu Yongpeng discussed some details about assisting Fu Qinglin with his two younger brothers. After they left, he pondered what to do next.

“Relying on Yongjing and Yongling alone is not enough; we need to get my father-in-law’s family to contribute as well.”

A glint flashed in Fu Yongpeng's eyes, and he immediately set off to his father-in-law Wu's family, determined to persuade them to allocate resources to Fu Qinglin and help him compete for the position of heir.

He had just stepped out of the courtyard and had not yet left the main peak when a sudden change occurred!
"Om-"

A surge of immense spiritual energy suddenly erupted from the secluded retreat area on the back mountain, instantly activating the spiritual veins of the entire main peak!
In the sky, auspicious clouds of five colors gathered, with rays of light and auspicious energy. Within the surging clouds, a faint phantom of a Qilin was formed, roaring to the sky, exuding divine power!
"This is... a phenomenon of Core Formation?! It's a Azure Qilin!" Fu Yongpeng was stunned at first, then overjoyed, his whole body trembling with excitement. "Auspicious clouds bring good fortune, a Qilin brings blessings! This is... this is a sign of a high-grade Golden Core being born! Hahaha, heaven is helping me, heaven is helping me!"

He stared intently at the direction of the back mountain, sensing the aura there that was far more powerful and pure than that of an ordinary Golden Core cultivator. A thought that made his heart race surfaced:

"Such a strange phenomenon, could it be... could it be a second-grade Golden Core?!"

This guess almost made him burst into laughter.

Second-grade Golden Elixir!

This quality is even better than my elder brother Fu Yongfan's third-grade golden pill!
If that's the case, Qinglin's chances of winning the position of heir will greatly increase!
"Good! Good! Good! My son is indeed a genius!" Fu Yongpeng clenched his fists, his eyes filled with excitement and anticipation, but then turned to tension. "Next is the most crucial Golden Core Tribulation!"

Just as his mind raced, the sky above the back mountain was already filled with ominous clouds. Within the thick, dark clouds, silver snakes danced wildly, and a destructive aura descended.

However, the Fu family remained remarkably calm in the face of this terrifying divine power.

Over the years, the family has accumulated a wealth of experience in dealing with the Golden Core Tribulation.

"Start the formation!"

With a command, the tribulation-crossing array set up around the secluded cultivation area instantly lit up, layers of light overlapping, exuding a stable and powerful aura. This array had been continuously improved by the Fu family's array court, and its defensive capabilities far exceeded those of ordinary arrays.

At the same time, several [Thunder Mirrors] flashing with lightning were summoned and suspended in mid-air, their surfaces facing the tribulation clouds, actively absorbing and dispersing some of the tribulation lightning power.

Furthermore, a hazy gray figure—the Chaos Beast—soundlessly appeared at the edge of the tribulation clouds. It opened its mouth wide, and an invisible devouring power emanated from it, continuously absorbing the dissipating lightning power from the outermost edge into its belly, further reducing the pressure of the tribulation in the core area.

With the assistance of multiple measures, the originally ferocious lightning tribulation was weakened by nearly half.

Inside his secluded cave, Fu Qinglin's face was resolute, his spiritual energy surging as he bravely resisted the tribulation lightning. With a solid foundation, thorough preparation, and the assistance of his family's treasured artifacts and spirit beasts, he managed to escape unscathed despite the perilous journey.

at last.

The last bolt of lightning dissipated.

The tribulation clouds in the sky slowly dissipated, and an extremely pure spiritual energy of heaven and earth flowed down, merging into Fu Qinglin's body and consolidating his newly formed golden core.

at the same time.

The gentle, nourishing rain, imbued with vitality, falls upon the main peak, nurturing all things.

Under the gift of this extraordinary celestial phenomenon, the spiritual veins within Huizhou Prefecture, which is controlled by the Fu family, trembled joyfully, and the earth's energy surged, resulting in the sudden appearance of three new [Fourth-Order Spiritual Springs] brimming with spiritual energy! This will undoubtedly greatly enhance the concentration and foundation of spiritual energy in Huizhou Prefecture.

"It's done! My son has succeeded!" Fu Yongpeng was overjoyed, unable to contain his excitement as he felt the stable, powerful, and pure aura of a second-grade golden core, as well as the newly added spiritual spring in the family. "A second-grade golden core! Heavenly rain and earthly spring! This is an auspicious sign!"

The position of heir apparent is rightfully mine!
His steps, which were originally in a hurry to go to the Wu family to persuade them, came to a halt. A more glamorous idea, one that could better highlight his current "status," surged into his mind.

"My son has already become a Golden Core True Person, and a Second-Rank Golden Core at that! I, Fu Yongpeng, am the father of a Golden Core True Person!" He puffed out his chest, a sense of triumph welling up within him. "Why should I personally come to their door? They should be the ones to congratulate me!"

He immediately changed his mind and turned to the attendant beside him, instructing:
"Pass down the order! My son Qinglin has condensed a second-grade Golden Core, a joyous occasion for the entire family! Immediately prepare for a Golden Core celebration and send out invitations far and wide! Not only should we invite all the friendly families in Jingzhou and Wuzhou, but also all those we have dealings with regularly! I, the True Immortal, will hold a grand and magnificent Golden Core ceremony for my son!"

He emphasized the words "this true man" as if he himself was the one who condensed the golden elixir.

He was calculating in his mind that by taking advantage of this celebration, he could not only make a great appearance and get rid of the pent-up frustration of the past few years, but also receive countless generous gifts, thus gaining both fame and fortune.

His wife, Wu, watched him with an air of self-importance, even bordering on arrogance, and a hint of worry flashed in her eyes. She stepped forward and softly advised him:

“My lord, our son has just formed his Golden Core and his foundation is not yet stable. We should focus on consolidating his cultivation. Is such a grand display of power… is it a bit too ostentatious? I am worried that the bigger the tree, the more the wind will blow against it, which will not be good for our son.”

She paused, noticing Fu Yongpeng's slightly furrowed brows, and continued tactfully:

"Besides, with the selection of the heir apparent imminent, Lin'er needs to keep a low profile and win people over with his achievements, not with empty fame. My husband, we should..."

"A woman's view!"

Fu Yongpeng impatiently interrupted her, but remembering that he still needed the Wu family's help, he barely suppressed his anger and forced a smile:
"Madam, you are overthinking it! My son is a second-grade Golden Core cultivator, a prodigy, and deserves this honor! This is not only a celebration, but also a demonstration to all that the Fu family has worthy successors and a profound foundation! As for the position of heir..."

He snorted coldly, brimming with confidence:

"Once my son makes his appearance at the celebration, letting everyone witness his brilliance, and with the combined strength of our two families, how can we not achieve great merit? My mind is made up on this matter, Madam, there is no need to say more."

Seeing that although he outwardly agreed, he was actually unwilling to listen to advice, Mrs. Wu sighed inwardly but did not say anything more. She could only silently retreat, determined to pay more attention to her son and not let him be influenced by his father's impetuousness.

After seeing Wu off, Fu Yongpeng stood alone, gazing towards the back mountain with increasingly fervent and greedy eyes.

"Lin'er... my good Lin'er..." he murmured softly, a smile that was almost distorted on his face, "You really are your father's lucky star! Now that you have formed your core and become a pillar of the family, your father's... your father's path to the Golden Core stage is no longer out of reach!"

...

…Jinzhou, Wu family.

The heavy stone door to the secret chamber slowly opened, and the patriarch of the Wu family walked in with slightly hurried steps.

The room was filled with spiritual energy. An old woman dressed in a magnificent palace gown, with a well-preserved face but an undeniable air of authority, sat cross-legged on a futon. She was none other than Wu Hongluan, the true pillar of the Wu family and the mother of the daughter who married into the Eastern Palace as a concubine.

The Wu clan chief bowed respectfully, his tone carrying a barely perceptible hint of worry:

"Ancestor, the imperial decree has been issued. Cangnan Prefecture... has been granted to the Fu family as a new fief."

He paused slightly, observing Wu Hongluan's expression, and continued:

"Changling Mountain is the border between us and the Fu family's Cangnan Prefecture. I'm afraid... I'm afraid our plans on Changling Mountain will be thwarted. Should we make some arrangements in advance, just in case?"

"Obstruction? The Fu family, who barely managed to rise from the spiritually barren land of Wuzhou?"

Wu Hongluan slowly opened her eyes, a sharp and disdainful glint flashing in them:

"Mingxuan, when did you become so timid and hesitant? My Wu family has stood tall in Jinzhou for hundreds of years, with a profound foundation, over a hundred Golden Core cultivators, and Poyun is a pseudo-Nascent Soul genius, even listed on the Heavenly Patrol Ranking! How can we compare to those nouveau riche families?"

"Moreover, don't forget, my daughter is the Crown Prince's concubine! She is deeply favored by His Highness! With this connection, who in Jinzhou would dare not give the Wu family some face? So what if the Fu family comes? Even dragons have to coil up before me, and tigers have to lie down before me!"

Her gaze swept over the Wu clan chief, carrying a hint of admonition:
"The plans at Changling Mountain are crucial to whether my Wu family can produce a Nascent Soul cultivator; we cannot afford to fail. But we shouldn't take the Fu family too seriously. If they know what's good for them, they can stay obediently in that remote and impoverished area of ​​Cangnan Prefecture. But if they dare to extend their reach beyond Changling Mountain..."

A cold glint flashed in Wu Hongluan's eyes, and her tone was chilling:

"Then let them know what it means to be like a mantis trying to stop a chariot, bringing shame upon themselves! The Wu family is not one they can afford to provoke."

After being reprimanded by the patriarch, the Wu clan chief lowered his head even further.
"Everything is up to the ancestor to decide."

Wu Hongluan gave a satisfied "hmm" and closed her eyes again:

"Go down. Proceed with the Changling Mountain matter as planned. There's no need to let the Fu family throw us off balance. Just keep a close eye on them, and report back immediately if there are any unusual movements."

"Yes, Ancestor." The Wu Clan Chief respectfully withdrew from the secret chamber.

...

...

Within the Five Elements Space, Fu Changsheng calmed his slightly agitated emotions caused by the successive acquisition of precious treasures, and focused his attention entirely on the two most valuable [Super Double] bonuses on the consciousness panel.

He took a deep breath, preparing to communicate with the system to make the exchange, when suddenly, a golden light flashed on the panel, and a new notification appeared:
[Detection indicates that clan member Fu Qinglin has successfully condensed a second-grade Golden Core, strengthening the clan's foundation. A special lottery draw opportunity is awarded. Redeem now?]

"Oh? Qinglin has successfully formed his core? And it's a second-grade golden core?" A hint of surprise flashed in Fu Changsheng's eyes, which then turned into satisfaction. "Not bad. It seems that the younger generation of the clan is producing many talented people. This is a sign of the clan's prosperity."

However, his mind was entirely focused on the two super multipliers at the moment. Although the new special lottery opportunity was good, its priority was obviously not as high as the former.

"I won't redeem it for now." Fu Changyi's mind stirred slightly, and he temporarily put aside the notification message.

He calmed himself, refocused all his attention, and silently recited in his mind:
"Exchange for a super double prize draw!"

Om-!
The panel in his sea of ​​consciousness suddenly burst forth with an unprecedentedly dazzling golden light! The brilliance of that light far surpassed that of the previous special lottery, almost illuminating the entire sea of ​​consciousness in a pure gold color! Countless more complex and ancient runes emerged from the golden light, frantically combining and swirling, finally condensing into a larger, more majestic illusory wheel that seemed to contain the ultimate truth of the universe's birth and death!
The roulette wheel was no longer clearly divided into grids, but instead presented a chaotic scene, in which the sun, moon, stars, mountains, rivers, phantoms of gods and demons, and ancient Daoist characters floated and ebbed, exuding a magnificent aura that stirred the heart.

Fu Changsheng held his breath, his gaze fixed on the slowly rotating Chaos Wheel.

Finally, the roulette wheel slowly came to a stop.

Where the pointer pointed, chaotic energy dispersed, revealing an ancient and unadorned token.

This token is neither gold nor wood; it has a dark color throughout and is engraved with countless fine, unrecognizable runes on its surface, with an ancient character "契" (qi) in the center.

【The Covenant of the Gods (Fragment)】

[Rank: ??? (Fragment of an Innate Spiritual Treasure)]

[Effect: Allows you to transcend dimensional barriers and establish contracts with beings from all realms. Once a contract is established, both parties must strictly abide by its terms, witnessed by the laws of the heavens. Currently in a damaged state; can only be used once.]

[Note: Originating from a collapsed supreme realm, containing a trace of the essence of a contract. Use with caution!]

"A contract that transcends boundaries?" Fu Changsheng was shocked.

This has transcended the realm of ordinary magical artifacts, touching upon the levels of laws and boundaries! Although it is only in a damaged state and can only be used once, its value is immeasurable!
He carefully put away the seemingly inconspicuous token. This thing might play a role in turning the tide at some crucial moment in the future.

"One more super double!"

Fu Changsheng suppressed his excitement and communicated with the system again.

"Redeem your prize for the second super-double draw!"

boom!
The golden light in his sea of ​​consciousness erupted once more. This time, a blurry phantom eye even appeared in the center of the chaotic wheel, glanced at it indifferently, and then disappeared.

The roulette wheel began to spin faster, and the surrounding chaotic energy surged violently, as if it were gestating something.

A moment later, the roulette wheel stopped.

Where the pointer pointed, the chaos dispersed, revealing a drop of...blood?

It was a drop of dark golden blood, only the size of a grain of rice, yet it exuded a terrifying aura that made even Fu Changsheng's heart tremble. The space around the blood was slightly distorted, and faint sounds of dragon roars and phoenix cries could be heard, accompanied by the strange phenomenon of the sun, moon, and stars orbiting around it!
[Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood (Diluted)]

[Rank: Tier 6, High Grade]

[Effect: Contains a trace of the Ancestral Dragon's primordial power. When consumed by dragon-like beings, it greatly purifies their bloodline, enhances their foundation, and has a chance to awaken the Ancestral Dragon's divine abilities.]

[Contraindication: This energy is extremely potent; direct consumption will inevitably cause the body to explode. It must be taken with the assistance of Nine Dragon Grass!]

"The essence blood of the Ancestral Dragon!" Fu Changsheng gasped.

Although it was only diluted, its grade had reached the sixth-grade superior level!
Far exceeding any treasure he had ever obtained before!

For him, who possessed the Azure Dragon, the value of this drop of essence blood was even more direct and immense than that [Fragment of the Heavenly Contract Order]!

"If Xiaoqing consumes this blood, her bloodline will surely undergo another transformation, perhaps even truly transforming into a fifth-tier dragon!!"

Fu Changsheng was overjoyed. He carefully sealed the drop of dark golden blood in a specially made jade box and affixed several talismans to it.

"However, I've never heard of Nine Dragon Grass before!"

Two super-doubles resulted in gains far exceeding expectations!

He calmed himself down and his gaze fell once again on the reward notification about Fu Qinglin's Core Formation.

"Redeem for a special lottery draw."

hum!
The roulette wheel reappeared.

This time, the brilliance and scale are far less than those of the Super Multiplier.

The roulette wheel spun and finally stopped on a square that emitted a soft white light.

The light faded, and a jade slip appeared in his hand.

【The Hundred Meridians Refining Treasure Technique】

[Rank: Fifth Grade, High-Quality (Body Refining Technique)]

[Effect: Taking a unique approach, using one's own meridians as a furnace and qi and blood as fuel, to forge and refine oneself into a natal magic weapon.]

[Note: Cultivation requires a strong physique and unwavering will, and consumes a significant amount of resources.]

"The Hundred Meridians Refining Treasure Technique?"

Fu Changsheng was slightly surprised.

In addition to the Heavenly Wolf Battle Body, the clan now possesses another high-level cultivation technique.

at the same time.

A familiar mechanical voice echoed in my mind:
"Ding"

"You have contributed many resources to the family, and your family contribution value has been increased to 120,000!"

Fu Changsheng temporarily put away the jade slip of "Hundred Meridians Refining Treasure Technique" and his gaze fell on the ancient [All Heavens Contract Token (Fragment)].

This thing is mysterious.

He decided to perform the ritual first to see if he could glean any useful insights.

He sat down cross-legged and slowly probed his consciousness into the token.

The token appeared unremarkable, yet its interior seemed to contain an endless void, with countless fine runes shimmering like stars, forming indescribable chains of laws. Even with his current spiritual strength, approaching the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm, he found refining it quite difficult, managing only to leave a faint spiritual imprint at its core.

The moment the divine consciousness imprint was formed, a sudden change occurred!

hum!
The token trembled slightly, then floated up from his hand, emitting a hazy gray light.

Immediately afterwards, a hazy beam of light shot out from the token, rippling in the void in front of him and transforming into a strange, shimmering "lake".

This "lake" is not made of water; what it reflects is not the surrounding scenery, but countless bizarre and ever-changing images—

There were lava giants roaring with raging flames, phoenixes spreading their wings and dwelling in the thunder, and nine-headed serpents slithering deep in the Netherworld Sea... Powerful, ancient, and tyrannical auras emanated from the lake, making Fu Changsheng's mind tremble.

The Covenant of the Gods has been activated.

[You have the time it takes to drink half a cup of tea to communicate with all living beings in the myriad realms through the projection of the 'Lake of Myriad Realms'.]

A contract can only be valid if both parties are willing and its contents conform to the fundamental laws of the heavens.

[Warning: Once the contract is established, it cannot be broken; those who violate it will suffer the backlash of the laws of the heavens!]

A mechanical prompting sound rang in Fu Changsheng's mind.

"The Lake of Myriad Realms... half a cup of tea..."

Fu Changsheng understood immediately and dared not delay, his consciousness immediately sinking into the shimmering lake surface.

His consciousness, like a stone thrown into water, instantly traversed endless time and space, sensing countless thoughts that were either cold, violent, greedy, or curious.

A faint yet exceptionally pure thought, brimming with vitality and the essence of nature, caught his attention.

The thought originated from a vibrant ancient forest, carrying a message tinged with anxiety and pleading:

"Powerful Realm Traveler... I am the spirit of the ancestral tree of the Green Wood Clan... My realm is being eroded by the 'Devouring Realm Vine,' and its very essence is about to wither... I am willing to offer the clan's sacred artifact, the 'Azure Wood Core,' and one-third of my own primordial spirit liquid as a price, to earnestly request your assistance in severing the main root of the vine... and helping my realm overcome this calamity..."

With a thought, an image entered Fu Changsheng's mind:
An ancient green tree, enormous beyond imagination, supports the sky of the entire realm, but countless pitch-black, sucker-covered demonic vines are coiling around its trunk, frantically draining its life force, and the tree's branches and leaves have begun to wither on a large scale.

At the same time, information about "Yi Wood Green Core" and "Original Spirit Liquid" also came to mind.

The Yi Wood Green Core is a sacred object of the Qingmu Clan, containing the purest Yi Wood essence. It is the supreme sacred item for cultivating wood-type techniques and nurturing wood-type spiritual plants! The ancestral tree essence liquid contains boundless vitality and has the effect of reviving the dead and healing bones. It is also effective in healing injuries and prolonging life.

pity.

He himself was not strong enough to cross boundaries and fulfill the other party's requirements.

at this time.

His consciousness touched a rather peculiar spot of light.

This spot of light wasn't the brightest, but the aura it emitted was exceptionally pure and serene, carrying a unique Daoist charm that nourishes all things and the soul.

The instant of spiritual contact.

A gentle, slightly weary thought came through, not in words, but as a direct spiritual message:

“I am the ‘Pure Soul Spirit,’ born in the ‘Primordial Spirit Water Realm.’ My realm is being eroded by the ‘Soul-Eating Demonic Mist,’ and my origin is damaged. I urgently need pure life force and the power of incense offerings to stabilize my spirit and delay my demise. I am willing to exchange my ‘Pure Soul Spiritual Light’ and a portion of the ‘Water Elemental Origin’ for a place to dwell and incense offerings.”

Simultaneously.

Information about the effects of "Soul Purifying Light" also entered Fu Changsheng's sea of ​​consciousness:

It can purify impurities in the soul, nourish the spirit, and resist external demonic interference. It has miraculous effects on cultivation, healing, and even breaking through bottlenecks. Its "water elemental essence" can nourish water-attribute creatures and the environment.

Fu Changsheng's mind raced.

The effects of the 【Soul-Purifying Spirit Coral】are indeed tempting.

But within this "Lake of Myriad Boundaries," there may be options more suitable for the Fu family's current situation and more beneficial to him personally.

The opportunity only comes once, so we must be extremely careful.

He immediately accessed the system panel in his mind and found the [Heavenly Deduction] function. This function was mysterious; it could consume contribution points to deduce cultivation techniques, predict good and bad fortune, and perhaps it could also be used to identify the contract partner.

"System, please analyze which contract would be most advantageous for me and the Fu family to sign in this 'Lake of Myriad Realms'?"

[Ding! Host's needs detected. Initiating Heavenly Deduction... The deduction involves the laws of the heavens and unknown realms, consuming a great deal of resources. Estimated to require 100,000 clan contribution points. Continue?]

One hundred thousand points!
Fu Changsheng's eyes twitched slightly; this was almost two-thirds of his current contribution points! But considering the importance of this contract, he gritted his teeth:

"continue!"

[Contribution points deducted... Deduction successful. Starting deduction...]

In an instant.

Fu Changsheng felt as if his divine sense had been detached and merged into a vast galaxy. Countless possibilities of the future unfolded before his "eyes" like tributaries, only to vanish again and again. The power of the system guided his thoughts, allowing him to rapidly traverse and discern within the complex projection of the "Lake of Myriad Realms."

Most of the future benefits brought by the contractual partners are bleak or the risks outweigh the rewards.

The future of the contract with the [Purifying Soul Coral] shows that the Fu family's soul-type cultivators are making faster progress and the family's foundation is steadily improving, but the direct benefit to his personal cultivation is limited, and he needs to continuously invest in incense and vows.

Just as the simulation was about to end.

Just as his spiritual power was about to be exhausted.

A subtle yet indescribable wave of resonance was precisely detected by the system's power!
[Deduction complete. Based on the host's current cultivation level, Five Elements Dao Body, family development stage, and potential needs, the optimal contract partner has been identified.]

A stream of information flooded into Fu Changsheng's consciousness.

(End of this chapter)