I established the Eternal Immortal Clan by taming beasts.

In the southern part of the secret realm, rugged cliffs rise abruptly from the ground, like pillars reaching the sky.

This place has been transformed by the Azure Profound Realm Spirit into a landscape surrounded by cliffs.

From a distance, one can see a flock of birds circling and soaring around the cliff, sometimes shooting into the sky like arrows, sometimes gliding on the wind.

That was the first-tier Azure-Eyed Eagle clan that Lin Che had subdued.

Their ancestors were originally Azure-eyed Eagles with a bloodline of the second rank in the Spirit Herb Valley, but due to the continuous degeneration of their bloodline into first-rank Green-eyed Eagles during the inheritance process, they were eventually driven out by their clan.

These exiles struggled to survive in the wilderness, and slowly a separate population of about twenty individuals emerged.

In the end, he led the entire tribe back to the secret realm.

At that moment, several blue-eyed eagles that were patrolling their territory above the cliff suddenly turned around in unison, their sharp eyes piercing through the clouds and locking onto Lin Che's figure.

Possessing special pupil techniques, they have far-sightedness and insight far exceeding that of other spirit beasts of the same level, and can clearly identify those even from a great distance.

The eagle at the head of the pack was particularly striking, with a wingspan of five meters. It was the leader of the pack that Lin Che had personally promoted to the rank of Azure-Eyed Eagle.

Its flight is elegant and powerful, with each flap of its wings accompanied by the sound of wind breaking, and its smooth body is like a tempered bluish-gray blade.

Its feathers were not simply gray, but shimmered with a cold, metallic sheen under the sunlight.

The wingtips and the ends of the long tail feathers are adorned with deep dark green patterns.

However, what is most captivating is those eyes.

Like two pieces of exquisite jade soaked in a cold spring, they are emerald green and translucent.

Wherever your gaze sweeps, it seems to reflect the slightest disturbance in the airflow and the hidden weaknesses of all things.

Its beak and claws are even more extraordinary, exhibiting a dark golden, semi-metallic texture with sharp edges and an inner chill, making them its deadly weapons for tearing apart prey and defending its territory.

The few blue-eyed eagles following closely behind were noticeably smaller, with plumage that was more of a plain grayish-brown.

The pupils were a more common bronze color, and although the eyes were bright, they seemed much more ordinary compared to the leader's overall imposing and divine aura.

The Azure-Eyed Eagle leader flapped its giant wings and hovered precisely a few feet in front of Lin Che, the swirling air currents it created being gentle yet powerful.

It lowered its proud head slightly, and its emerald pupils clearly reflected Lin Che's figure.

There was no trace of untamed ferocity in it, only submission and deep respect after being tamed.

"Your Excellency has come in person. Is there something you wish to instruct me on?" Its voice came through divine sense, strong and clear, its tone crisp and direct, yet revealing its unwavering obedience.

These birds of prey deep within the Spirit Herb Valley are born yearning for the boundless sky, their very bones etched with an extreme desire for freedom and the pride of being the overlords of the skies. It is extremely difficult to win their sincere allegiance through ordinary means.

Lin Che had learned from the words of wandering cultivators that even the powerful Zhou family had once considered subduing the group of Azure-eyed Eagles.

However, it was precisely their innate freedom and unyielding pride that led the Zhou family to give up after many attempts, leaving them only to sigh in vain.

But why was Lin Che able to succeed?

This was all thanks to his natal spirit beast, the Burning Sky Sacred Sparrow.

When Lin Che first arrived at the depths of the Spirit Herb Valley, he subdued the Azure-Eyed Eagle clan with swift and decisive measures, forcing them to submit through force.

But the eyes of these proud sons of the sky still burned with an indomitable wildfire, and they had no intention of truly submitting.

Immediately afterwards, a continuous cacophony of eagle cries came from the direction of the main nest, and the true Azure-Eyed Eagle clan poured out of their nest!

Five Foundation Establishment stage Azure-eyed Eagles led the way, followed by dozens of clansmen in the mid-to-late Qi Refining stage, rushing in like a dark cloud overhead, carrying a sharp momentum that could tear the sky apart.

The combined force was extremely fierce, and even the usually valiant Purgatory Fiend Tiger, which was the main attacker, had to let out a low roar and temporarily avoid its sharp edge.

But Lin Che remained calm and composed, a thought forming in his mind.

A streak of crimson-gold light shot into the sky from beside him!

The Heavenly Sacred Sparrow spread its magnificent wings, like a miniature blazing sun rising into the sky.

The glittering crest on her head shone brightly, like a natural golden crown.

Its molten gold pupils were devoid of any emotion as it coldly surveyed all the eagles below.

As soon as the eye could see, a powerful pressure originating from the very source of life descended upon them!

Holy, fiery, and incomparably noble.

She pushed the thin phoenix bloodline within her to its limit.

In the past, when facing the Crimson Flame Tiger, he only felt that her bloodline was noble, which made him wary.

But for the group of winged creatures before them, this pressure was entirely different.

That was the absolute suppression etched into the deepest part of his bloodline, from the "King of All Birds"!

It was as if the ancient memory of a hundred birds paying homage to the phoenix was forcibly awakened at this moment.

In the wild, if the traces of the Heavenly Phoenix are found, it is common for thousands of birds to come and pay homage. This is the supreme power of the Phoenix bloodline over all birds in the world.

On that day, the depths of the valley seemed to become the exclusive domain of the Burning Heaven Sacred Sparrow.

Under this irresistible suppression of bloodline, all the Azure-eyed Eagles and Green-eyed Eagles in the air, no matter how arrogant they had been before, now trembled with fear and awe from the bottom of their souls.

They involuntarily retracted their sharp claws, lowered their proud heads, and landed on rocks or the ground, daring not to take flight again.

The fierceness and unruliness in his eyes had vanished, replaced by utter subservience and submission.

Especially the Azure-Eyed Eagle clan, whose last remaining thoughts of resistance vanished instantly, and they willingly lowered their heads.

In fact, with the power of the Burning Sky Sacred Sparrow, it would not have been difficult to subdue the entire flock of Azure-Eyed Eagles at that time.

But that would be too conspicuous; Lin Che hadn't forgotten that he was being targeted by the Shadow Hall.

If they knew that not only the Azure-eyed Eagles, but also the Jade-eyed Eagle clan had been subdued by Lin Che, they would definitely raise their assessment of the Lin family's strength.

That would be too conspicuous and not suitable for the Lin family's current development plan.

Moreover, given the connection with the Heavenly Sacred Sparrow, even without explicitly subduing it...

That oppressive aura that reaches right to the bloodline is enough to influence or even mobilize these birds of prey to fight for the Lin family at crucial moments.

This is a hidden, unexpected force.

As the waves of memory subsided, Lin Che turned his gaze back to the Azure-Eyed Eagle leader who was waiting for orders.

"How many members are there in the tribe now?" Lin Che asked.

The Azure-Eyed Eagle leader was fully aware of this.

He immediately responded with clear divine sense: "My lord, there are currently ninety-eight adult and sub-adult members in the clan, and twenty-two eggs are incubating in the nest."

Lin Che nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this.

In his blueprint, the Azure-Eyed Eagle clan was not only a source of high-quality flying mounts for the Lin family members.

Large-scale external sales in the future will be an even more important part of the process.

In order to seize the market, it is also necessary to retain a considerable number of first-tier bloodline Azure-eyed Eagles.

Therefore, apart from the leader in front of him, he was not in a hurry to promote the bloodline of other Azure-Eyed Eagles, as this could also accelerate the expansion of the clan's base.

After moving into the Azure Mystic Realm, they found it to be a place with abundant spiritual energy, plentiful food that didn't require competition, and an absolutely safe haven free from natural enemies.

This allows the eagle flock to reproduce at a rate far exceeding that of the outside world.

In just five years, the ethnic group has grown to nearly a hundred members.

Lin Che estimated that once the number of first-tier Azure-Eyed Eagles doubled, he could begin selecting outstanding individuals and carry out mass bloodline advancements.

He believed that day would not be far off.

Thinking of this, a smile appeared on Lin Che's face.

He instructed the Azure-Eyed Eagle leader, "Well done, but you still need to keep a close eye on your people."

We have no shortage of food, and there are no external enemies to bother us. This is the golden time for us to recuperate, strengthen our population, and grow stronger. Tell them that they have nothing to worry about and can focus on multiplying!

Upon hearing this, the Azure-Eyed Eagle leader paused slightly in surprise with its emerald-like pupils, then nodded respectfully.

It straightened its long, graceful neck, its dark golden beak opening and closing slightly, while its divine sense simultaneously transmitted: "I will obey your command, my lord! I will do my utmost to ensure the continued prosperity of my race!"

Although initially, they submitted because of the supreme bloodline pressure of the Burning Sky Sacred Sparrow.

However, as the master of the Burning Sky Sacred Sparrow, Lin Che naturally absorbed her aura after being with her for a long time.

In addition, the blessed land he provided and the power he displayed had already made these proud birds of prey truly acknowledge his dominant position.

They will carry out Lin Che's instructions without reservation.

……

Flying across the sky above the secret realm on his sword, Lin Che arrived at the vast grassland area to the east.

What you see is no longer just a meadow formed from spiritual energy, but a world of spiritual plants that are truly rooted in fertile soil and thriving.

On the vast green fields, various low-level spiritual herbs and flowers grow vigorously, swaying in the wind and rippling with colorful spiritual light.

The air is filled with the fresh scent of grass and trees and a faint spiritual energy, creating a vibrant scene.

In the center of the grassland, a clear, refreshing spring is constantly gushing out, nourishing the surrounding land.

Hundreds of fine horses rest by the spring, their skin gleaming healthily in the sunlight.

Some were drinking deeply from the spiritual spring, while others were leisurely munching on tender green spiritual herbs.

Another group galloped across the grassland, their hooves creating gusts of wind as they swept across the plains, showcasing the beauty of power and speed.

Leading the group was none other than Lin Che's old buddy from back then, the Wind-Treading Spirit Steed with a mid-grade second-tier bloodline.

It stands seven feet tall at the shoulders, with a well-proportioned and agile physique. Every muscle has a smooth, sculpted line, containing astonishing explosive power.

Its pale blue mane and long tail, when running, resembled wisps of cloud in the breeze, elegant and graceful.

Sensing Lin Che's arrival, Zhui Feng immediately raised its head and let out a clear, long neigh. Then, its four hooves took off, and it flew over as a pale blue streak, stopping steadily in front of Lin Che.

It lowered its head affectionately and gently touched Lin Che's hand with its moist nose, its eyes brimming with pure joy.

However, he has become much more composed compared to his previous unrestrained personality.

It was as if, long ago, the horse had been excitedly leaping and waving its hooves in front of him.

As the leader of a large tribe, one bears the responsibility of leading and protecting.

Time and responsibility have quietly shaped its character.

Lin Che smiled slightly and gently stroked the smooth, light blue mane on its neck. "Chasing Wind, how have you been lately? Are you confident about the Foundation Establishment process?"

Although Lin Che never lacked cultivation resources, Zhui Feng was ultimately only a mid-grade second-tier bloodline, and its cultivation path was not as smooth as that of those high-level spirit beasts.

After years of accumulation, I have finally reached the pinnacle of Qi Refining and am beginning to touch the threshold of Foundation Building.

Feeling the familiar warmth and concerned inquiry from its master's palm, Chasing Wind's gaze gradually deepened and hardened.

They gazed quietly at the leisurely people of their tribe in the distance.

Then, it turned around and nodded solemnly and slowly to Lin Che.

In order to live up to its master's expectations and for the sake of the tribe it leads, it will never allow itself to fail.

"Okay." Lin Che understood his determination and gently patted its strong shoulders and neck.

"Come find me anytime you're ready. If I'm not here, let Xiao Xuan know and he'll contact me immediately."

Lin Che naturally wanted to make preparations for his earliest comrade-in-arms, who was about to attempt the Foundation Establishment stage.

He had to prepare all the necessary auxiliary spiritual items, meridian-protecting pills, and even the array formations that might be used for Foundation Establishment, to ensure that this breakthrough would be foolproof.

Zhuifeng gently nuzzled Lin Che with its head, conveying silent gratitude and trust, before raising its head and letting out a neigh.

The sound was deep and resonant, echoing across the vast grasslands, as if declaring its determination to heaven and earth.