Ordinary People: Starting with the Chen Clan

Although it may seem like empty promises, no one will give up.

Moreover, this is something that only requires some manpower and resources.

"Also, this incident has served as a reminder to me that keeping Foundation Establishment Pills within the clan is not secure enough. Once you have chosen your Foundation Establishment candidates, send me a message."

"I will send someone to pick them up myself. With me looking after them, the chances of them achieving Foundation Establishment will be somewhat higher."

After saying this, Chen Xuanzhou didn't concern himself with what happened next. He led the bound men away from the main hall. Managing a family is like governing a country; it requires a gradual approach.

No one, including the two clan elders, dared to refute Chen Shanghan's statement. Once Chen Shanghan set the precedent, no one dared to guarantee that the clan members were of one mind.

In less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, several flying boats took off and disappeared into the sky.

Chen Xuanzhou sat at the bow of the boat, with Chen Zhongyuan and Chen Zhongbo standing behind him.

"Master, several members of the second branch of the family have already resolved to die. They might do something drastic. Otherwise, it's not a big deal. But if they ruin the reputation of Huanxi Tower, that would be a real crime."

"It's alright. This is rosemary that I prepared. Once we arrive at the market, I'll burn it for them to bathe in every day. They'll be trained in less than a month."

Long-term use of incense can also replenish vital essence, and I am not one to kill the goose that lays the golden eggs.

Moreover, the fragrance will enhance the guests' enjoyment.

Watching Chen Xuanzhou skillfully take out several pill bottles from his storage bag, the two people behind him secretly swallowed, feeling a sense of gratitude towards Chen Zhongyan for some reason.

"Those female relatives are more selective in choosing guests. They only receive cultivators in the late stage of Qi Refining, and they cannot be too old."

As for male heirs, the requirements can be relaxed a bit, especially for Chen Shanghan, who is getting old and needs to be brought together quickly. Even mortals whose ancestors within three generations have produced cultivators are acceptable, to ensure he gets married every day.

"yes!"

The two people behind him bowed respectfully, while the eyes of the few controlled members of the second branch of the family had long since lost focus.

"Don't despair. You've done well. I'll take care of your relatives and friends who remain in the clan. Otherwise, given what Chen Shanghan did, even if I don't punish him, other clan members might not have my magnanimity."

Chen Xuanzhou didn't turn around, but spoke slowly and deliberately, his voice clearly reaching the surrounding flying boats.

This time, everything went smoothly, and they soon arrived outside the market of the Hidden Moon Sect, where Mr. and Mrs. Chen were already waiting at the entrance.

Upon seeing the figure on the spirit boat, the two of them relaxed slightly.

People around the market were curious to see the Chen family's grand display, but no one dared to approach for fear of getting into trouble.

Seeing the crowd gathered around him, Chen Xuanzhou didn't rush in. Instead, he spoke loudly.

"Greetings, fellow Daoists. I apologize for taking up some of your time. I am a disciple of Master Qiong of the Hidden Moon Sect. I encountered some unforeseen events during my return to my clan."

These bound individuals are sinful cultivators from within the clan. They have come here to open the Joyful Pavilion, where all consumption is free.

As long as they give birth to a child with spiritual root aptitude for my Chen family, they can become a cultivator of my Chen family and enjoy the treatment of a collateral branch. The more children they have, the better their spiritual root aptitude and the better their treatment.

The full list is available here.

As he spoke, a flag was erected at the bow of the boat.

"Give birth to a child with four spiritual roots and you'll receive fifty spirit stones!"

"Hiss, three spiritual roots cost a hundred spirit stones, and they produce many offspring, which can also allow the whole family to integrate into the Chen family."

"Yes, a Core Formation True Person disciple will at least become a Foundation Establishment Great Power in the future. In order for my brother to join, we can only work harder."

"Brother Wang, when did you gain another brother...?"

The moment the banner was erected, not only were most of the rogue cultivators present astonished, but even the Chen family members who had come with them were surprised, as they had only just learned of it themselves.

"Patriarch, shouldn't we discuss such an important matter with the elders?"

After hesitating for a long time, Chen Zhongbo quietly transmitted his voice to Chen Xuanzhou.

"It's alright. If these people want to amount to anything, a hundred years would be a lot of credit. If our Chen clan still can't control a group of Qi Refining cultivators a hundred years from now, then we should hold our ancestors accountable as soon as possible!"

These words were not spoken to Chen Zhongbo alone, but to all the Chen family members on the ship.

"Alright, Zhongyuan, you can take charge here. I'll lead the people into the market to finish up the small matters first. I'll have to trouble you guys with the rest later."

Without giving anyone a chance to object, he took the lead and headed towards the very center of the market.

The second wife's family members were led by Mr. and Mrs. Chen to a temporarily rented courtyard.

Chen Xuanzhou, without stopping, went straight to a three-story pavilion on the main street of the market.

Inside the attic, three servants sat listlessly in front of a counter, showing no reaction whatsoever when Chen Xuanzhou entered.

Chen Xuanzhou showed no dissatisfaction, but simply took out a token from his storage bag.

The oldest of the three glanced at it and immediately stood up with a quick wit.

With a thud, the movement was so sudden that it overturned the seat behind him.

"I didn't know you were here, Uncle-Master. What brings you here?"

Although the other two were still somewhat confused, the words "Master Uncle" were crystal clear to them, so they only took half a breath longer before bowing and paying their respects.

"I want that restaurant at the entrance of the market, and the small shop next to it. Here are the spirit stones, get it done quickly!"

Chen Xuanzhou didn't stand on ceremony and threw a storage bag onto the counter.

"yes!"

The three of them didn't even open their storage bags before taking out the land deed and starting to make changes.

A short while later, Chen Xuanzhou left the pavilion with the three men seeing him off.

"We thought we'd have to use spirit stones to fill this hole, but we didn't expect Uncle Chen to be so accommodating."

A slightly younger man watched Chen Xuanzhou's retreating figure and sighed.

"Would Master Qiong's disciples lack those little spirit stones? To ruin Master Qiong's reputation for such a small gain would be the most irrational thing to do."

Okay, let's get back to work!

After the oldest person finished speaking, he turned around and went back behind the counter.

He handed the land deed to his parents and left behind a pile of talismans and magical artifacts that he had accumulated over the years. He left the small shop next door to his parents to manage, where they would sell Chen's belongings mixed with his magical artifacts and talismans.

As for the aftermath of opening Huanxilou, it would naturally be handled by old foxes like Chen Zhongyuan, so he didn't need to worry about it.

After that, he left the market and returned to his sect.

Once back in his cave, Chen Xuanzhou took out Young Master Lin's storage bag, which contained a pile of crafted puppets and materials, as well as a jade slip.

Chen Xuanzhou didn't even glance at the puppets, but took out the jade slip and examined it carefully.

This lasted for an hour. When Chen Xuanzhou withdrew from his comprehension, a glint of light flashed in his eyes.

"This Great Evolution Technique truly lives up to its reputation as the number one divine cultivation method in the human realm; it is indeed exceptionally exquisite."

Although it was only the first four levels, Chen Xuanzhou had to admire the great power of the Great Evolution Divine Lord.

Chen Xuanzhou patted his storage bag, and eight spider spears appeared in eight directions, some clustered together and some scattered, with lightning flashing on them, faintly forming an array.

I just tried to cultivate a little with the help of incense. Although I haven't mastered it, my use of divine sense has become much more sophisticated.