Changes over Seven Years

Seven years have passed,

Xuanxiao Mountain has become quite lively again.

The children who once studied in the school have now grown into handsome young men.

Some have already begun to follow their elders in managing Lineage businesses throughout the West Heavenly Dragon Sea Domain.

Today, the Zhang Clan has more than 1,700 members.

This can be described as a surge.

Fentian Mountain, Luyu Island, Spirit Isle Mountain, and Yunmeng Island have all been renovated and developed.

Although the four Immortal City belonging to the four regions are not as prosperous Yunhua Immortal City and Lingxiao Immortal City, they have entered a period of stability.

The Xuanxiao Merchant Guild has now spread to most of the Immortal City in the Heavenly Dragon Sea Domain.

The Dark Hall now has over six thousand members, and its intelligence network covers Heavenly Dragon Sea Domain.

Ordinary people gradually adapted to their new identity and new rulers.

Overall, industries outside of the Penglai Islands have all gotten back on track.

Now, including the Spirit Stone offered by various powerful forces.

The Zhang Family's annual net income is approximately 200,000 Mid-grade Spirit Stone, which is equivalent to 20 million Low-grade Spirit Stone.

Logically, there should have been more, but Zhang Xuanchen made a bold decision: to order the reinforcement and reconstruction of all the city walls of the Immortal City and Market Ward under the control of the Zhang Family.

Of course, this also includes Zhang Family's home base.

This has led to significant expenses over the years.

The reason for doing this is to prepare for potential future Demon Calamity.

"What? You want Uncle Xuan Ce to come along?" Zhang Detian asked unhappily upon hearing Zhang Xuanchen's words.

"Yes." Zhang Xuanchen seemed not to hear the lament in his tone.

He took a bite of the Spirit Fruit and confirmed.

"Don't think that just because you've broken through to the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage, you can face Second Stage Demonized Creature on your own."

They're not as simple as you think.

"I'm worried about Uncle Xuan Ce not coming with me."

Zhang Xuanchen looked at the young man before him, his heart filled with emotion.

That little brat from back then is now nineteen years old.

My son and daughter are seven years old.

If you calculate the time, he has been in this world for forty-three years, which means he is forty-three years old.

In my previous life, this age would have been considered middle-aged.

They reached a point where they were powerless to do what they were supposed to do.

But in this world of cultivation, he still looks like a young man in his early twenties.

Considering the five hundred years lifespan of a Golden Core cultivator, he wasn't even a child.

"Alright, stop pouting. Do you think you're your seventh aunt?"

I soften when she pouts.

I will tell your Uncle Xuan Ce to stop arguing with you.

You must kill that Second Stage Demonized Creature yourself.

If you can't hold on, then he can intervene, okay?

Upon hearing Zhang Xuanchen's words, Zhang Detian's eyes lit up, and he quickly agreed:

"Alright, alright, if you hadn't reminded me."

Uncle Xuan Ce definitely won't leave any for me.

He and his fourth uncle are practically demon hunters!

Anyone who smells the scent of Demonized Creature is unable to move.

"Alright, the clan affairs are settled for today. Let's go find your Uncle Xuan Ce."

The two walked out of the Main Hall.

With a thought, Zhang Xuanchen pinpointed Zhang Xuance's location and said:

He was attempting to conquer the Lingxiao Trial Tower.

Let's go.

More than two hundred outstanding young talents gathered outside the Lingxiao Trial Tower.

"Sigh, this Trial Tower is too difficult."

Most of the Lineage members failed at the three-star difficulty level.

Only the Ten Prodigies and the Ten Heroes can break through the three-star level and enter the four-star level.

Do you think Xuan Ce can pass the five-star difficulty level this time?

"Probably, Brother Ce is the top of the Ten Prodigies."

A commanding lead in strength.

Fortunately, he is already thirty years old this year.

Unable to participate in the next Family Grand Competition.

Otherwise, he would still be the leader of the Ten Prodigies.

One of the boys said with a sigh:

"Yes, Uncle Ce is only thirty years old."

His cultivation had already reached the peak of the Foundation Establishment Late Stage, and he had mastered the perfect Sword Momentum.

He was only one step away from comprehending the Sword Intent.

"But if I could reach the Qi Refining Level 6 at the age of thirty, that would be quite good."

"Oh, my nephew, don't underestimate yourself."

The Clan Leader once said, "Everyone has their own unique talents, and even if I spend all my money, it will come back again."

Most people in this world are ordinary.

We just need to do our own job well and take responsibility for our own tasks.

No need to worry about the future, just live in the present!

"Yes, thank you for your guidance, Uncle!"

"It's out! It's out!"

"Third Grandfather is out!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a middle-aged man dressed in a red and white Daoist robe flew out of the Trial Tower.

A smile was on his face.

The man was Zhang Hongzhan, who, after seven years, was now an Early Golden Core.

Zhang Xuanming stepped forward from the crowd and said with a smile:

"Congratulations, Third Uncle! Congratulations on successfully passing the three-star test!"

Upon seeing the newcomer, Zhang Hongzhan laughed and scolded, "Hey, you brat, stop teasing your Third Uncle."

They've already surpassed four stars, and they're still saying things like that.

Are you looking for a beating?

Hearing this, Zhang Xuanming was not angry:

"Hehe, look, Third Uncle, you're in a hurry again."

Nephew, this is a sincere congratulation, how come it sounds like a joke to you?

"Let us see what treasure you got from inside, Third Uncle! You came out all smiles."

"Yes, Third Grandpa, quickly take it out and let us see what treasure it is."

"Third Uncle, hurry up, don't force me to kneel down and beg you."

Surrounded, Zhang Hongzhan raised his hand to stop them, saying helplessly:

Stop, stop, stop.

I'll show you."

As he spoke, he took out a crimson rhombus-shaped crystal from his Storage Ring.

"Just a low-grade, Third Stage Fire Essence Marrow."

It's barely enough for me to break even.

Hahaha."

Zhang Hongzhan's face was full of smiles; this Fire Essence Marrow had come at just the right time for him.

With this, he will be able to completely stabilize his cultivation within two months.

Just then, Zhang Xuanchen and Zhang Detian appeared in the crowd.

Upon seeing this, everyone immediately stopped making noise.

Bowing in greeting:

We pay our respects to the Clan Leader!

Greetings, young master!

Zhang Xuanchen smiled and waved his hand, "No need for formalities."

I'm just here for a casual stroll, you can do whatever you want.

After everyone's attention was diverted, their eyes turned to Zhang Hongzhan. "Wow, Dad, such a big piece of Fire Essence Marrow."

"You're quite lucky."

"That's right, that's right!" Zhang Hongzhan proudly raised his head. "Today is the day my grandson and granddaughter awaken their Spirit Root."

As a grandfather, I'm naturally quite lucky.

By the way, when are you going to awaken their Spirit Root?

"No rush. Once Xuan Ce comes out and things are arranged, we'll help Zhang Xiao and Zhang Ling awaken their Spirit Root!"

As the words fell, his gaze turned towards the Lingxiao Trial Tower.

At this point, Zhang Xuance had already reached the five-star difficulty level.

It will be out soon.

Fifteen minutes later.

Zhang Xuance, covered in wounds, appeared before the crowd.

A look of regret crossed his face.

He was so close, so very close, to breaking through to the sixth star level.

Seeing that Zhang Xuance had failed to pass the five-star level, the clansmen all offered words of comfort.

Zhang Xuance felt much better after that.

After exchanging a few words, he walked up to Zhang Xuanchen.

Seventh Brother, what brings you here?

You have no idea, I almost made it to the five-star level just now.

Unfortunately, they were outmaneuvered by the dying late -Second Stage -tier Ink Abyss Black Flood Dragon.

Well."

"Alright, stop sighing. Wait until you master the Sword Intent."

"Passing five stars will be a piece of cake." Zhang Xuanchen patted Zhang Xuance on the shoulder and encouraged him, "I have a task for you."

Second Stage Demonized Creature have been spotted near the Black Pool Yu Family.

You and Detian should go together.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xuance glanced at Zhang Detian and said, "Seventh Brother, don't tell me."

Let me watch this kid fight the Demonized Creature.

"Congratulations on getting it right." Zhang Xuanchen snapped his fingers and laughed.

"Xiao Tian has never fought against Demonized Creature before."

As the young master of the Zhang Family, I can't do without experience in this area.

So, this time I'll let you come along.

While ensuring Xiao Tian's safety, he also imparted some experience in slaying Demonized Creature.

This time, please don't kill.

Next time, if any traces of Demonized Creature appear, just have Xiao Tian prioritize arranging it for you.

Waiting for Xiao'er Ling'er to awaken their Spirit Root.

After the Lineage's Spirit Vein is upgraded, I will go into seclusion.

Then it will be Xiao Tian who takes charge of the Lineage.

"Isn't this little thing a piece of cake for him?"