Family Rise: Start with Daily Intelligence.

Chapter 651 Upper Realm Giants, Super Doubled, The Calamity of the Eastern Palace
Qiuyue Nunnery, deep within a nunnery shrouded in mist and clouds.

The deputy abbess, Abbess Jingxuan, held a recently shattered soul jade in her hand, her face pale.

Before her, dozens of soul lamps belonging to the Golden Core Elders had been extinguished, and the soul lamp at the very top, belonging to Abbess Qiuyue, had long since gone dark.

"Fifty Golden Core cultivators... along with the abbess... the entire army was wiped out..."

Qiuyue Nunnery has always been known for its cautious approach. If Senior Sister Qiuyue hadn't explicitly stated that this matter concerned a crucial opportunity for Nascent Soul formation, she would never have agreed to send out her entire force. And now, this is the outcome! Losing almost half of their high-level combat power without gaining any benefit is a severe blow to Qiuyue Nunnery!
"Something's not right!" A sharp glint flashed in Master Jingxuan's eyes. "Senior Sister Qiuyue possessed the [Moonlight Initiation] secret technique, which could briefly elevate her to the Nascent Soul realm in critical moments. Even if she was outmatched, she should have been able to escape without any problem! How could... how could she have perished before even being able to send a message back?"

A strong sense of doubt settled over me.

She absolutely did not believe that the Fu family had the strength to leave behind Senior Sister Qiuyue in a life-or-death situation, at least not so cleanly and efficiently!

There's definitely something fishy going on!

Without further hesitation, Abbess Jingxuan swiftly formed hand seals, her body surging with moonlight as she chanted incantations. A beam of cool moonlight shot from her fingertips, enveloping the extinguished remains of Abbess Qiuyue's soul lamp.

【The Secret Technique of Tracing Back the Shadows】—A secret tradition of Qiuyue Temple, it allows one to glimpse the scene of the deceased in the moments before their death by borrowing the lingering echoes of the soul lamp!
The remnants of the soul lamp trembled slightly under the moonlight, emitting tiny, firefly-like particles of light. These particles gathered in the air, gradually forming a hazy, fragmented image—

The scene no longer depicted the fierce battle with the Fu family experts that outsiders had speculated about, but rather a strange space distorted by an array. Master Qiuyue appeared somewhat disheveled, struggling to resist the siege of flames and puppets around her, but she clearly still had some strength left.

Suddenly, the screen jolted violently!
Two eerie and malevolent streams of blood-red light, ignoring spatial barriers, appeared out of thin air like venomous snakes and instantly entered Master Qiuyue's body!

Master Qiuyue's body stiffened abruptly, her face contorted with extreme pain and unbelievable rage. She seemed to want to say something, but could only let out a silent roar. Then, as if by an invisible force, her flesh and soul were forcibly extracted, her figure rapidly becoming blurry and transparent, finally vanishing completely like a bubble…

In the direction from which the crimson light originated, the ferocious and crazed figure of the Myriad Beasts Master could be vaguely seen, along with the burning animal hide scroll in his hand!
The scene abruptly ends there.

"You beastly scoundrel!"

Master Jingxuan's eyes were bloodshot with rage, and the moonlight power around her body trembled uncontrollably due to extreme anger, shattering the surrounding clouds!

A terrifying killing intent surged into the sky!

She never imagined that Senior Sister Qiuyue didn't die at the hands of the Fu family, but was stabbed in the back by an ally! She was used as a sacrifice to summon strange beasts by the True Man of Ten Thousand Beasts through such an evil contractual sacrifice technique!

"What a cunning and ambitious sect! What a wolf in sheep's clothing!" Abbess Jingxuan's chest heaved violently, her eyes flashing with cold light. "This matter must not be left unresolved!"

She suppressed the urge to immediately storm the Wanling Sect and took a deep breath.

The Wanling Sect also suffered heavy losses in its high-end combat power after this battle, but it remains unknown whether there are still hidden old monsters within the sect. Qiuyue Nunnery is now greatly weakened, and it would be too risky for her to act alone.

"The Joyful Sect...they must have received the news too. Master Joyful Venerable has probably also fallen victim to this!" Abbess Jingxuan's mind raced. "The enemy of my enemy is my temporary ally!"

Without further hesitation, she transformed into a streak of moonlight and sped towards the Joyful Sect. She had to go there personally to explain the situation to the sect's vice-leader!

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Huanxi Zongshanmen.

The deputy sect leader, Huanxi Sanren, had just seen off the Sixth Elder, who was grieving as if his parents had passed away, and was deeply worried about the future of the sect when he suddenly heard from his disciple that the deputy abbess of Qiuyue Nunnery, Master Jingxuan, had come to visit urgently.

A thought struck him, and he immediately ushered Abbess Jingxuan into the secret chamber.

Master Jingxuan, her face frosty, offered no pleasantries and directly used a secret technique to condense the scene she had just witnessed into a ray of moonlight, projecting it onto Huanxi Sanren.

When Huanxi Sanren saw the two streaks of blood-red light and the scene of Wanshou Zhenren's frantic sacrifice, his face instantly turned extremely ugly. In particular, when he saw that one of the streaks of light clearly contained the aura of Huanxi Shangren, he was so angry that he trembled all over!
"You old scoundrel, how dare you!!!" Joyful Hermit slammed his fist on the stone table beside him, his hair standing on end in fury. He had previously harbored doubts about the sect leader's demise, but now the truth was clear: he had died from the betrayal and sacrifice of his allies!
"Senior Sister Jingxuan, our Huanxi Sect and Qiuyue Nunnery stand united against this calamity!" Huanxi Sanren said through gritted teeth. "The Wanling Sect has committed such a despicable act and must pay the price! Otherwise, how can our two sects save face? How can we face our fallen sect leader (nunnery abbess) and numerous disciples!"

Although the Supreme Elder had ordered us to keep a low profile and accumulate strength, if we did not respond to such a blood feud, the sect's morale would be completely shattered!

Master Jingxuan said coldly, "That's exactly right! The Myriad Spirits Sect is also severely weakened, and it's time for us to seek justice! Even if we can't uproot them completely, we'll tear off a piece of their flesh and make them give an explanation!"

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Outside the Wanlingmen Mountain Gate, the atmosphere was somber.

Led by Abbess Jingxuan of Qiuyue Nunnery and Huanxi Sanren of Huanxi Sect, the two sects of cultivators, though few in number, all wore expressions of grief and indignation, their eyes sharp as knives, and their powerful auras were released without any concealment, converging into a heavy pressure that enveloped the Wanling Sect.

The disciples guarding the mountain were on high alert. They hurriedly activated the protective formation and quickly sent messages inward.

Before long, the deputy sect leader of the Myriad Spirits Sect, a late-stage Golden Core cultivator with an equally gloomy face and somewhat weak aura, came out to greet them with several elders. He had clearly just experienced the pain of losing his master and the sect's elite forces, and now, facing the two sects who came to question him, his face was even more unsightly.

"Master Jingxuan, Fellow Daoist Huanxi, what brings you here?" The deputy sect leader of Wanling Sect suppressed his irritation and spoke in a deep voice.

Master Jingxuan stepped forward, her body bathed in the cold moonlight, yet her voice carried barely suppressed rage: "What is it? That old scoundrel Wanshou used evil magic to sacrifice my nun and your sect's Huanxi leader. Such a treacherous act, which is abhorrent to both gods and men, does your Wanling Sect intend to pretend not to know?!"

Huanxi Sanren also shouted sternly, "That's right! We saw it with our own eyes, and the evidence is conclusive! The old thief Wanshou is the leader of your Wanling Sect. Your Wanling Sect must give us an explanation for this matter!"

Upon hearing this, the deputy sect leader of the Wanling Sect's facial muscles twitched, a dark glint flashed in his eyes, and then he let out a cold laugh:
"Explain? Hmph! You two have probably come to the wrong people!"

His tone carried a deliberate, aloof indifference:

"Master Wanshou is arrogant and self-willed, and hastily started a war with the Fu family, causing the sect to suffer huge losses and even losing the sacred artifact for summoning beasts from the upper realm! His crimes are heinous! Long before the incident, we elders had already jointly expelled him from the sect! His actions were all personal and have nothing to do with our Wanling Sect!"

Upon hearing this, Abbess Jingxuan and Huanxi Sanren were immediately speechless with anger.

What a clever escape! They've shifted all the blame onto a dead person! How utterly heartless and shameless!
Master Jingxuan laughed in fury: "Fine! What a fine way to expel someone from your sect! Since that old thief Wan Shou is no longer a member of your sect, then it is only right that his blood debts be repaid by his son! Hand over the son of Wan Shou!"

Her gaze was like lightning, piercing straight at the other person.

The son of the True Man of Ten Thousand Beasts, that young sect master, is the most outstanding genius of the younger generation of the Ten Thousand Spirits Sect. He possesses a special bloodline. If we can capture him, it may make up for some of the losses of the Autumn Moon Temple and also vent our hatred!
The deputy sect leader of the Wanling Sect's expression changed slightly, his eyes flickered, and then a hint of arrogant mockery appeared on his face:

“Master Jingxuan is probably out of touch. The young sect leader is a man of great principle and has long since severed his father-son relationship with that immoral Master Wanshou. Now, he has become a disciple of our sect’s Supreme Elder, who has personally taken him in as his adopted son and is carefully guiding him.”

He deliberately emphasized the words "Supreme Elder" and "adopted son," his tone carrying an undisguised warning.

"what?!"

Master Jingxuan and Huanxi Sanren's expressions suddenly changed, as if they had been doused with a bucket of ice water. Their anger and killing intent were instantly suppressed.

The Supreme Elder of the Wanling Sect!
That person is a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator! His strength is unfathomable, far surpassing the mid-stage Nascent Soul ancestor of their two sects who is in seclusion year-round and whose condition is unknown!

If that young sect leader really becomes the adopted son of that Supreme Elder, to harm him would be tantamount to directly challenging the authority of a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator! The consequences would be far beyond what the already weakened Qiuyue Nunnery and Huanxi Sect could bear!
The two stood frozen in place, their faces alternating between pale and flushed, their chests heaving violently, yet they couldn't utter a single word for a long time.

They couldn't win a fight, and their reasoning became powerless in the face of the other party's shameless excuses.

In the end, Abbess Jingxuan could only squeeze out a few words through gritted teeth:
"Despicable! Shameless!"

Huanxi Sanren angrily flicked his sleeves, knowing that he would not gain any advantage today and that staying here would only bring him humiliation.

"Hmph! Let's go!"

After uttering these utterly ineffective words, the two cultivators, filled with resentment and frustration, turned and left dejectedly, their initial imposing aura completely gone.

The deputy sect leader of the Wanling Sect watched their departing figures, let out a cold snort, and a trace of weariness and malice flashed in his eyes. Although he had temporarily forced the other party to retreat thanks to the prestige of the Supreme Elder, the Wanling Sect's reputation in the far west was now completely ruined, and the future would probably not be easy for them.

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After seeing off the disgruntled Qiuyue Nunnery and the Huanxi Sect members, the feigned indifference and sarcasm on the face of the Wanling Sect's deputy sect leader quickly faded, leaving only deep weariness and worry. He turned and walked heavily towards a secluded courtyard deep within the sect.

White banners fluttered in the courtyard, creating a solemn atmosphere.

The newly appointed young sect leader—who may soon become the new sect leader—knelt upright in front of the mourning hall, dressed in coarse hemp mourning clothes.

Above the memorial tablet was clearly the inscription: "The Memorial Tablet of the Former Father, the True Man of Ten Thousand Beasts".

He didn't wail or make a sound, but his straight back, clenched fists, and the almost tangible, deep-seated hatred in his lowered eyes sent a chill down the spine of the vice sect leader who walked in.

"Young Master," the Vice Sect Leader reported in a low voice, composed himself, "the people from Qiuyue Nunnery and Huanxi Sect have been sent away."

The young sect leader did not turn around, but only let out a very soft, almost grinding "hmm" from his throat.

The deputy sect leader watched his back, still shrouded in hatred, and sighed inwardly. He couldn't help but speak up, his tone more solemn than ever before:
"Young Sect Master, please accept our condolences and take care of yourself. The Sect Master... he used a secret technique to summon a Nascent Soul level Devouring Beast, but in the end, he still... This shows that Fu Changsheng's strength is probably far beyond our expectations. Revenge is not something that can be accomplished overnight. Do not let hatred cloud your mind and repeat... repeat the mistakes of the past."

He paused, observing the young sect leader's reaction, and continued:

"The most urgent task is your cultivation! Only by breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage will you have a chance to compete with Fu Changsheng! In addition, the sect has undergone such a great change that the people are in a state of panic and cannot be without a leader for even a day. I urge the young sect leader to prioritize the overall situation, assume the position of sect leader as soon as possible, stabilize the people's hearts, and consolidate the forces."

Seeing that the young sect leader remained silent, but his tense shoulders seemed to relax slightly, the deputy sect leader pressed his advantage:
"There is another matter concerning the future of the sect. The exploration of the 'Netherworld Eye' ruins should also be put on the agenda. The young sect master of the Eastern Wilderness Ghost Spirit Sect has been waiting here for a long time. After the young sect master officially takes over, we will need to have a detailed discussion with him to discuss jointly opening the ruins. If we can obtain an opportunity from it, it may help you break through sooner, and it will also be an opportunity for the sect's revival!"

Upon hearing the words "ruins" and "young master of the Ghost Spirit Sect," the young master, who had been silent all along, finally made a move.

He slowly raised his head, the overwhelming hatred in his eyes receding like a tide, forcibly suppressed into the deepest recesses of his gaze, leaving only an almost cold calm. He glanced deeply at his father's memorial tablet, then resolutely stood up.

With fluid movements, he removed his mourning clothes, revealing the dark gold-patterned robe he had already put on underneath, a symbol of the sect leader's authority.

“The Vice Sect Leader is absolutely right.” His voice was calm and even, yet it carried an undeniable determination. “Pass down the order: the Sect Leader’s succession ceremony will be held in three days. All sect affairs will be handled by you and the elders according to the old rules for the time being. If there are any important matters, report them immediately.”

His gaze swept across the courtyard, and he began to assign tasks in an orderly manner, his tone calm and his thoughts clear, as if the young man who had just been consumed by hatred was just an illusion.

"Furthermore, in my own name, I hereby formally reply to the young sect master of the Ghost Spirit Sect that I will host a banquet in the Lingyun Palace three days from now to discuss the matter of the ruins with him."

The deputy sect leader watched as the new sect leader instantly transformed his identity, perfectly concealing his hatred and grief, and displaying a composure and shrewdness far beyond his years. He felt both gratified and awe-inspiring.

This young man is more patient and dangerous than his father, the Myriad Beasts Master. Perhaps... under his leadership, the Myriad Spirits Sect can truly emerge from its slump, and even... accomplish that impossible revenge?

He dared not think any further and respectfully bowed his head.

"I obey the sect leader's order!"

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Outside the Xuntian Hall in the capital of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

The towering jade tablet, gleaming with light, displayed names and achievements that drew countless cultivators to stop and admire it. It was not only a symbol of strength, but also a barometer of status and potential.

Suddenly, the light on the jade disc flickered, and the rankings in the middle section fluctuated slightly.

"Look! The rankings have changed again!"

"It's Fu Changsheng! His ranking has improved again!"

"What? He only rose to sixteenth place a few years ago! How could he be here so quickly?!"

A stir ran through the crowd as all eyes focused on the jade disc. The name "Fu Changsheng," originally ranked sixteenth, suddenly flashed with light and rose one place, joining "Wu Poyun," who had previously held fifteenth, in the same position!
"Hiss—tied for fifteenth with Wu Poyun!"

"Who is this Fu Changsheng? His advancement speed is terrifying!"

"I heard it's from the newly promoted fifth-rank Fu family in Wuzhou! Last time it was for wiping out the Vermilion Bird tribe in the Eastern Wilderness, this time... could it be related to the war in the far west?"

"That must be it! I heard that the allied forces of the three sects in the far west invaded our territory, but were defeated by the Fu family, who killed three Nascent Soul Ancestors! Such a feat is enough to make his ranking soar!"

The crowd buzzed with discussion, their faces filled with shock. The rankings on the merit list change slowly; it's extremely rare for someone like Fu Changsheng to rise every few years and directly join the ranks of veteran powerhouses.

Amidst the astonishment, some who were more sensitive to the political situation glanced between the names "Fu Changsheng" and "Wu Poyun," revealing meaningful expressions.

"The Fu family has just been promoted to the fifth rank, and the fiefdom bestowed by His Majesty is in Jinzhou, isn't it?"

"Indeed, it is a fertile land adjacent to the Wu family."

"This is going to be interesting! The Wu family is a staunch supporter of His Highness the Crown Prince, and their influence is deeply entrenched in Jinzhou. As for the Fu family... it is said that they have some connection with that reclusive Princess."

"Although he hasn't explicitly taken sides, given this relationship, how could the Wu family tolerate him?"

"Two tigers cannot share one mountain! If the Fu family wants to establish itself in Jinzhou, the Wu family will be the hurdle they will face."

"It's more than just difficult. Wu Poyun is domineering. How could he sit idly by and watch a rising star connected to the princess grow stronger under his nose? He'll probably make things difficult for her both openly and secretly."

"It seems that while Fu Changsheng's improved ranking is a cause for celebration, it has also put the Fu family in the spotlight. It looks like a new wave of turmoil is about to sweep through Jinzhou..."

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Within the Five Elements Space.

As soon as the Devouring Beast, heavily bound by silver chains, entered this world, a trace of confusion flashed in its three ferocious vertical pupils. Then, it sensed the outrageously rich innate spiritual energy in the air, as well as the high-level spiritual plant aura emanating from the distant peak of the spiritual mountain, which made its soul tremble!
"Roar!"

It let out a roar mixed with ecstasy and greed, struggling to lunge towards the sacred mountain. Those spiritual plants were, to it, unparalleled nourishing treasures!

However, the moment it moved, the surrounding void suddenly froze!

Countless invisible spatial chains emerged from the void, like the most resilient vines, tightly binding and fixing its massive body. No matter how much brute force it exerted, or even mobilized its innate spatial power, it was like a mud ox sinking into the sea, unable to budge it in the slightest!

"Om-"

A slight ripple appeared in the space, and Fu Changsheng's figure appeared before it, his expression calm.

"Human! Release me!" the Void Devouring Beast roared, its three vertical pupils fixed on Fu Changsheng, filled with violence and rage.

A clear thought entered its mind: "Submit, acknowledge me as your master. Otherwise, die."

The Void Devouring Beast was taken aback at first, then, as if it had heard the biggest joke in the world, it let out a deafening laugh, its mind filled with condescending disdain:

"Hahaha! You mere Golden Core ant from the lower realm, do you even deserve my recognition as your master? Let me tell you, this is merely one of my countless avatars! My true body is a behemoth from the upper realm, ruling over the endless void! If you know what's good for you, quickly release me and offer up this cave heaven of yours. Perhaps I might take pity on you and accept you as my servant, and one day I will take you to ascend to the upper realm and bestow upon you a great fortune! Otherwise, once my true body senses this, I will surely annihilate your soul and body, so that you may never be reborn!"

Its words were extremely arrogant, treating Fu Changsheng as a native whom it could manipulate at will.

Upon hearing this, Fu Changsheng's eyes instantly turned icy cold.

A clone? A behemoth from the upper realm?
He had originally intended to subdue this beast and gain a significant advantage. But now, not only was it unyielding to the death, but it also knew the secrets of the Five Elements Space and had such a troublesome background. From any perspective, this fiend absolutely could not be allowed to live!
"Kui Mulong," Fu Changsheng transmitted his thoughts.

The spirit of the guardian beast Kui Mulong appeared to the side, its gaze fixed intently on the struggling Void Devouring Beast.

"This beast's body, as the vessel you seek to possess, are you willing?"

Kui Mulong's soul flickered and transmitted its thoughts: "Master, this beast has a unique bloodline, and its potential is indeed above my original dragon body. However... although its soul is a divided spirit, its essence is extremely high. It may be protected by a secret technique from the upper realm. My soul body has not yet recovered. If I forcibly seize it, the chances of success are slim, and I may even be devoured by it..." Its worries were not without reason.

Fu Changsheng replied confidently, "It's alright. You just need to prepare to accept the physical body. Leave the rest to me."

Before he finished speaking, Fu Changsheng communicated with Qiu Niang, the spirit of the Five Elements Space.

"Qiu Niang, set up the [Soul-Locking and Spirit-Refining Array]!"

This formation was the very same insidious one that Yu Lian's senior master had set up when he tried to possess her. It was later obtained by Fu Changsheng and carefully studied and improved by Qiu Niang.

"Yes, Master!"

Qiu Niang gave a clear shout and mobilized the power of the Five Elements Space Origin.

In an instant, the entire space trembled slightly, and countless profound runes emerged from the void, quickly outlining a huge and complex blood-red array centered on the Void Devouring Beast!
The formation shone brightly.

A massive light prison was formed, completely enveloping the Void Devouring Beast!
Although the avatar from the upper realm possessed extremely high essence, it was ultimately just a rootless duckweed. In this Five Elements Space, which was completely isolated and absolutely controlled by Fu Changsheng, its greatest reliance—its connection with its true form—had been completely severed.

"Roar! You lowly insect! Do you know the price of angering me!"

The Devouring Beast's divided spirit emitted a mournful soul howl, attempting to gather its remaining power for a counterattack. Its soul power contained a trace of the majesty and tyranny of a giant from the upper realm, crashing against the formation like a raging storm.

However, formations are specifically designed to target the soul.

Furthermore, it is backed by the power of the Five Elements spatial origin.

No matter how it charged, the blood-red chains only trembled slightly, instead tightening even more, constantly refining and weakening its soul power.

"Kui Mulong, now's the time!"

Fu Changsheng shouted coldly, and at the same time, he urged his powerful divine sense to transform into an invisible heavy hammer, which slammed hard into the Devouring Void Beast's divided spirit!
hum!
The Devouring Beast let out a painful howl as its power dissipated instantly.

Kui Mulong Soul Shadow, who had been preparing for a long time, seized this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and let out a dragon roar that shook the space. His entire soul body transformed into the purest and most concentrated dark golden light, which rushed into the depths of the Devouring Void Beast's sea of ​​consciousness like a flood breaking through a dam!
"No—!" The Void Devouring Beast roared in despair as its mind wandered.

The battle for possession officially erupted within the Devouring Beast's sea of ​​consciousness!
After an unknown amount of time, the roars and struggles within the Devouring Beast's sea of ​​consciousness gradually subsided.

Its massive, dark golden body trembled violently.

"Roar--!"

A roar, completely different from before and carrying the clear and melodious sound of a dragon's cry, came from the mouth of the Devouring Beast and resounded throughout the Five Elements Space.

Its massive body stood upright, its dark golden scales gleaming in the spiritual light. Although its appearance was still that of a Devouring Beast, its domineering aura now belonged to Kui Mulong!

It adjusted to its new body for a moment, then lowered its head, its three dragon eyes gazing respectfully at Fu Changsheng, emitting a deep and grateful message:
"Kui Mulong, I thank my master for giving me a second life! This body... is far superior to my old one!"

As Fu Changsheng felt the powerful and stable Nascent Soul level aura that the Kui Mulong had perfectly fused with his new body, a satisfied smile finally appeared on his face.

"Great. How do you feel?"

"Master, this beast's physical body is incomparably strong, and its spatial talent is exceptionally gifted! Although it needs time to fully integrate, its foundation is far more solid than expected!" Kui Mulong's tone was filled with excitement. Having acquired this body with limitless potential, it not only regained its strength but also had the potential to reach even higher realms in the future!
Fu Changsheng nodded: "In that case, you should consolidate your strength in Shuiyun Cave and master the power of this body as soon as possible."

"I will obey the master's orders!"

Kui Mulong guards the clan.

He could then focus on his seclusion and strive for the peak of the Golden Core stage.

but.

Before going into seclusion.

He also has one more chance to win a super-double prize.

Fu Changsheng focused his thoughts into his sea of ​​consciousness and communicated with the system.

"Redeem for a super bonus lottery draw."

As the command was given, the familiar starlight once again filled the sea of ​​consciousness, and the enormous phantom of the reward roulette slowly coalesced. However, this time, what appeared on the roulette was not a picture of any physical object, but a hazy, chaotic cloud that seemed to be woven from countless streams of knowledge and threads of law, exuding a profound and mysterious aura of wisdom.

The roulette wheel spun rapidly, finally coming to a steady stop above the chaotic cloud.

"Ding--"

"Congratulations, host! You have obtained a special status buff through the super double lottery: [Enlightenment]".

"【A sudden enlightenment】:"
This status can be applied to the host or designated associates (including but not limited to blood relatives and contracted spirit pets).

The recipient will enter a state of enlightenment, gaining an unprecedentedly profound understanding and insight into a particular 'cultivation arts' (such as alchemy, weapon crafting, talismans, formations, spiritual plants, beast taming, etc.), greatly enhancing their skill level and proficiency in that art.

Note: This state only enhances skill comprehension and realm, and does not directly increase cultivation level or magical power.

A moment of profound enlightenment! A significant advancement in all aspects of cultivation!
A glint of light flashed in Fu Changsheng's eyes.

This is not a direct increase in power, but its value, on some levels, far surpasses that of a powerful magic weapon or a profound cultivation technique! The myriad arts of cultivation are the foundation of a family's heritage and sustainable development. The role of a master craftsman is sometimes comparable to that of several combatants of the same level.

"Whom should I bestow the blessing upon?" Fu Changsheng's mind raced.

As for himself? He is currently focusing on breaking through his cultivation level.

Family? Her Daoist partner, Yu Qingru, is skilled in formations; Liu Meizhen is adept at fire manipulation and alchemy. As for offspring…

The key to dealing with the three allied forces flashed through Fu Changsheng's mind—

It is truly prosperous forever!

If he hadn't foreseen in advance that the three sects would infiltrate from "Black Wind Canyon" and accurately deduced their marching route, the Fu family and the border army would never have been able to lay a trap in Ao Valley in advance, annihilating more than a hundred enemy Golden Core cultivators in one fell swoop and achieving such a brilliant victory!
"If Yongfan's divination skills can be further improved, even if I go into seclusion for a long time in the future, or go to the South China Sea, the family will have a guiding light to avoid misfortune and avoid countless potential risks."

With this thought in mind, Fu Changsheng no longer hesitated.

"The recipient of the blessing is identified as Fu Yongfan. The blessing technique is divination."

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in the secret room.

Fu Yongfan's body trembled slightly.

He felt a cool, vast power, containing endless mysteries, surge into his sea of ​​consciousness.

All the insights gained from studying divination techniques in the past, those obscure and difficult-to-understand hexagrams and symbols, the laws governing the flow of the Qi of heaven and earth... at this moment, it was as if an invisible hand was sorting out, integrating, and sublimating them!
A completely new deduction skill naturally took shape.

[Seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune]:
By expending mental and spiritual energy to conduct in-depth deductions on specific events or directions, one can greatly increase the probability of predicting good or bad fortune and clarifying advantages and disadvantages. One can even guide one out of countless confusions and find a glimmer of hope and the best path!
"This is……"

He was simply meditating normally.

But then he suddenly figured out a skill, which... is simply unbelievable.

He could sense that his method of deduction had entered a completely new realm. With the art of "seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune," the family's future development would be more secure, and they would be able to avoid countless hidden reefs and treacherous shoals. This art was especially crucial as they were about to head to their new fiefdom in Jinzhou, a place fraught with danger and peril.

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With the family's worries resolved, a guiding light is now on the road ahead.

it's time.

Fu Changsheng's Mind Communication System:
"Open the training room."

The surrounding scenery changed instantly in the next moment.

The scene of the Five Elements Space receded like the tide, replaced by a tranquil and peaceful fairyland. The misty spiritual energy transformed into a light fog, and beneath one's feet lay a crystal-clear lake with gentle, shimmering waves. A delicate white jade pavilion stood quietly in the center of the lake, the Lotus Pond Lake Pavilion.

Beyond the pavilion, the lotus leaves stretch endlessly to the sky, each blossom radiating a different hue, releasing a refreshing fragrance. Tiny specks of light, like fireflies, dance among the lotus leaves, making the place seem like a dream.

The flow of time here is different from that of the outside world, and the concentration of spiritual energy is far greater than that of the outside world, making it an excellent place for secluded cultivation.

Fu Changsheng took a step forward and sat cross-legged on the futon in the center of the lakeside pavilion.

He held his breath and focused his mind, discarding all distracting thoughts. He placed his hands naturally in a mudra on his knees and slowly began to circulate the fundamental technique—the Azure Emperor's Longevity Technique.

Once the technique was activated, the pure spiritual energy around the pavilion in the middle of the lake seemed to be drawn by an invisible force, transforming into visible streams of azure spiritual energy that rushed into Fu Changsheng's limbs and bones like rivers flowing into the sea.

Within his dantian, the golden core, which condensed the essence of the Chaos Dao Foundation, began to spin rapidly, emitting a brilliant and profound light. It greedily devoured the vast spiritual energy surging in, refining and compressing it, transforming it into even purer and more powerful magical power.

His aura began to surge towards the peak barrier of the Golden Core stage at a steady and astonishing speed.

His body was filled with Taoist charm, which blended perfectly with the spiritual energy of heaven and earth in this training room.

This time, I will not leave seclusion until I reach the peak of the Golden Core stage!
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Jinzhou, Wu family.

The void beside Wu Hongluan rippled slightly like water, and a figure shrouded in a faint black shadow, its aura obscure and difficult to discern, silently emerged, like a ghost.

This person did not bow, but merely nodded slightly, his voice low and direct, carrying a hint of the arrogance unique to the Crown Prince:

"Ancestor Wu".

Wu Hongluan was not surprised by the man's appearance; in fact, her expression became even more solemn than when she faced the Wu clan chief. She knew that the person before her was not only an envoy from the Eastern Palace, but also one of her daughter's most trusted confidants in the palace.

"Your Excellency has come in person, but what instructions does Her Majesty have?" Wu Hongluan asked.

The shadowy messenger spoke calmly: "Inside the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion, our people have just deduced a divination—purple aura is coming from the south to Jinzhou. Although its momentum is just beginning, it has the potential to suppress the fortune of the Eastern Palace."

Wu Hongluan frowned slightly: "Purple aura coming from the south?"

"The only new variable in Jinzhou now is the Fu family, who have been ordered to move into Cangnan Prefecture." The envoy's tone turned cold. "The meaning of this purple aura coming from the south is self-evident."

He paused, then continued, "The Eastern Palace has discovered that the intelligence headquarters painstakingly built by His Highness the Crown Prince was destroyed, and Fu Changsheng was behind it all, assisting the Ninth Prince. This man and his family have repeatedly opposed the Eastern Palace, and have become a major threat and an enemy of our destiny."

A sharp glint flashed in Wu Hongluan's eyes: "I understand. We must not allow the Fu family to take root and grow strong in Jinzhou!"

"That's exactly what I meant." The envoy nodded. "Jinzhou is a fertile land. If the Fu family, who are vaguely connected to the Princess's lineage, are allowed to gain a foothold here and absorb the resources and fortune of this place, they will surely become a great threat to the Crown Prince in the future! We must nip them in the bud before they become too powerful, or at least drive them back to that remote and spiritually barren land in the south to eliminate any future troubles!"

Wu Hongluan said in a deep voice, "Your Excellency, please rest assured, I know what I'm doing. On my Wu family's territory, I will not tolerate the Fu family's insolence!"

However, the shadowy messenger was not entirely at ease and reminded him, "Ancestor Wu, do not underestimate your enemy because of his recent advancement. According to the latest news from the capital, Fu Changsheng's ranking on the Imperial Envoy's Merit List has risen again, and now... he is tied for fifteenth place with your esteemed son, Wu Poyun."

"What?!" Wu Hongluan's eyes narrowed, and for the first time, a genuine look of astonishment appeared on her face. She knew her grandson Wu Poyun's talent and strength all too well, yet Fu Changsheng could actually be on par with him? This boy's growth rate was truly terrifying?

Seeing the change in Wu Hongluan's expression, the envoy said no more. With a flick of his sleeve, three jade talismans emanating a powerful, heart-stirring aura slowly flew toward Wu Hongluan.

The jade talisman was covered with complex and profound runes, and a faint pressure from the Nascent Soul level emanated from it, causing the spiritual energy in the secret chamber to stagnate.

"These are three [Void-Breaking and Yuan-Slaying Talismans], which Her Majesty painstakingly obtained for the Wu family. Each one contains the full power of a Nascent Soul cultivator's attack, enough to severely injure or even kill a fake Nascent Soul cultivator."

The messenger's voice carried a chilling killing intent:
"I hope that Ancestor Wu will make good use of this item and make sure to completely nip that purple aura from the south in the bud!"

Wu Hongluan carefully accepted the three Nascent Soul talismans, feeling the terrifying power contained within them. Her heart settled, and her face regained its previous coldness and confidence.

"Please rest assured, Your Excellency and Your Majesty! With the help of this talisman, I will ensure that the Fu family will not be able to leave! This Jinzhou will not tolerate them!"

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After seeing off the messenger from the Eastern Palace.

The respectful expression on Wu Hongluan's face vanished instantly, replaced by a resolute look mixed with ambition and ruthlessness. Without delay, she immediately summoned the clan leader, Wu Mingxuan, back to the secret chamber via a communication jade talisman.

"Mingxuan, the Fu family's matter cannot wait any longer. We must devise a plan as soon as possible to completely drive them out of Jinzhou before they gain a foothold in Cangnan Prefecture!"

Upon hearing this, Wu Mingxuan frowned almost imperceptibly, carefully choosing his tone as he advised:

“Ancestor, should we… reconsider this matter? The Fu family is new here, and we don’t yet fully understand their background. According to my inquiries, the Fu family has a decent reputation in Wuzhou and is not the type to cause trouble. As long as we don’t provoke them, they probably won’t become enemies with our Wu family. Should we wait until they settle in and observe their movements before making a decision? Making such a powerful enemy rashly might not be a blessing for the family.”

"Confused!"

Wu Hongluan's face darkened:
"Observe? By the time they've grown strong enough to compete with my Wu family for the resources and fortune of Jinzhou, will it still be too late?! Do you know that this is not just the will of my Wu family, but also... the will of the Crown Prince!"

She deliberately lowered the volume of her last few words, yet they carried a heavy weight.

"The Eastern Palace?!" Wu Mingxuan's expression changed drastically, and his heart sank.

His worst fears came true! His family was ultimately bound to the Crown Prince's chariot.

"Ancestor, the struggle between the two factions is extremely dangerous! Even though the Crown Prince's power is great, His Majesty is still alive, and the Eldest Princess is not someone to be trifled with. If our Wu family rushes to the front, one careless move, and I fear... I fear that before the Crown Prince ascends the throne, our Wu family will have already become cannon fodder in the power struggle!"

"shut up!"

Wu Hongluan's expression suddenly changed:
"How can we achieve anything if we hesitate and look back? The Crown Prince's concubine is the daughter of my Wu family. The Eastern Palace and my Wu family have long been interdependent, sharing both glory and ruin! If we don't help the Eastern Palace now, when will we? Are we going to wait until the Fu family gains power and helps the Princess's faction to suppress us?!"

Seeing Wu Mingxuan's still hesitant expression, she felt irritated and unwilling to waste any more words with him. She directly commanded in an unyielding tone:

"No need for further words! The Crown Prince's mind is made up, and so am mine! You only need to tell me how to act in the fastest and most effective way to make the Fu family unable to stay in Jinzhou!"

Seeing that his ancestor's attitude was so resolute, Wu Mingxuan knew that further persuasion was useless, and sighed inwardly:
“Since Ancestor insists on this, I think it is not advisable for our Wu family to directly engage in the battle in the early stages. We might as well let those sixth-rank families that are affiliated with us test the waters first.”

“Alright! We’ll do as you say. Let those vassal families scout ahead first. But remember, they must act quickly and decisively! They absolutely cannot give the Fu family any breathing room! If they fail to perform their duties, you must personally supervise them, and if necessary… my Wu family must also show the appropriate ‘attitude’!”

"Yes, grandson understands."

(End of this chapter)