The Family Is the Soil That Nurtures Your Growth, and Your Solid Backbone!
The moment Zhang Xuanchen sat on the throne of the Patriarch, his mind went completely blank.
Then two words came to mind.
Responsibility!
As the successor to the Clan Leader, he can no longer only think of himself; every decision he makes can affect the direction of the Lineage's development, and even its life or death.
He will bear the primary responsibility for the future of the Lineage.
Zhang Chongxian looked at Zhang Xuanchen, who was sitting silently beside him, and a hint of relief flashed across his face.
It seems he has realized what responsibilities he has to bear.
At less than seventeen years old, faced with this sudden surge of power, he was not blinded by it, but instead began to seriously consider the future of his Lineage.
To have such a reaction at this age shows a maturity that far surpasses that of most people.
He performed even better than Zhang Hongzhan, who was nearly forty years old at the time.
He smiled and asked, "Xiao Chen, how are you feeling?"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Xuanchen glanced around at the Zhang Family executives sitting on both sides; they were all smiling at him.
His eyes were full of encouragement and trust.
They all believed that the young man sitting on the throne of the Patriarch would surely bring a better future to the Zhang Family.
Making mistakes isn't a big deal; those old guys aren't dead yet.
As long as it's not terribly wrong, there's a backup plan.
His gaze fixed on Zhang Chongxian, and he slowly said, "I feel a lot of pressure. I don't know if I can do it well."
Zhang Chongxian was not surprised to hear this reply.
No matter how composed he is, he is still just a boy who is not yet seventeen years old.
He gently placed his hand on Zhang Xuanchen's shoulder and said in a calm voice:
"Xiao Chen, your Dao heart knows no age, and your talent is not limited by age. Although you are young, your excellence has been seen by all your clansmen."
We believe in you, and you should believe in yourself too.
We old folks are still around, so let's give it our all. Even if there are deviations, they are necessary experiences on the Dao Path.
Remember, the position of Clan Leader is not a shackle, but merely a small episode on your path to growth.
The Lineage is the soil from which you grew up and your solid support. We don't trust the title of Clan Leader, but we trust you, Zhang Xuanchen, as a person.
As he spoke, Zhang Chongxian formed a Clear Heart Seal with his right hand, and specks of spiritual light entered Zhang Xuanchen's brow.
Let his heart gradually calm down.
After a moment, he stood up and bowed respectfully to Zhang Chongxian.
He then bowed to his father and the others in the Main Hall.
He raised his head and said with a smile, "Gentlemen, I hope you will continue to guide me in the future."
At this moment, his mindset changed. Since his people had chosen him, he would accept it.
As long as he does his best, the outcome will likely be good.
"Haha, I must say, I feel that Xiao Chen was born to be the Clan Leader." Zhang Guangli looked at Zhang Xuanchen standing in front of the main seat, his eyes full of admiration.
Zhang Xuanchen's demeanor had changed considerably at this moment.
Zhang Guangyao joked, "Who says otherwise? While we can still Xiao Chen in the Lineage Main Hall, let's hurry up and call him a few more times."
Otherwise, once he succeeds Clan Leader in three days, he won't be able to call out here anymore.
"Haha, that's for sure."
Zhang Xuanchen was taken aback upon hearing their words.
Three days?
So urgent?
He thought that the Ancestor were sending him here to get used to things beforehand.
Zhang Hongzhan patted Zhang Xuanchen on the shoulder with a laugh, "Haha, of course, the sooner the better for this kind of thing."
Don't worry, Lineage affairs won't affect your cultivation. I and the elders will handle it.
Your job is to coordinate everything and issue the clan decree.
If it weren't for the fact that some Lineage live quite far from Xuanxiao Mountain, we would have held an succession ceremony for you tomorrow.
However, given the threat posed by the Soul Devouring Cult, you cannot hold a grand ceremony three days from now; instead, you should opt for a smooth transition.
Only some Lineage and Affiliated Force with whom they have cooperation will be invited.
The key is to inform and maintain the relationship. What do you think?
Zhang Xuanchen naturally had no objection to this matter.
Extravagant celebrations and sending out numerous invitations are not his style.
The situation is currently turbulent, and we cannot afford to be in the eye of the storm.
It's better to play it safe.
"I have no objection; the smaller the ceremony, the better."
"You brat, we are Golden Core Family after all. Too young won't do. Since you agree, I'll send people to deliver the invitations to the various forces."
"Let those Lineage prepare in advance."
"Good."
Zhang Xuanchen nodded in agreement, then smiled mysteriously and said:
"I've brought quite a few good things with me today, enough to make my Zhang Family stand at the pinnacle of the South Sea Immortal Continent."
Upon hearing this, the sounds in the Main Hall ceased abruptly, and a solemn expression appeared on everyone's face.
They knew that the good stuff Zhang Xuanchen mentioned was very likely the inheritance within the Secret Realm.
With a wave of his hand, Zhang Hongzhan created two more arrays on top of the two already activated Formation in the Main Hall.
The lowest grade has reached the Second-tier Top-grade, and the highest grade has reached the Third-grade Mid-tier.
After all, important Lineage decisions and business matters are discussed in the Lineage Main Hall, so having more protective measures is necessary.
Of course, this was added at Zhang Xuanchen's suggestion.
Zhang Hongqing looked at Zhang Xuanchen expectantly and said:
"Xiao Chen, hurry, Uncle Qing is ready to swear Blood Oath."
His behavior was naturally due to the nature of his own Cultivation Method.
Because of a fortuitous encounter in his early years, he cultivated Dark Attribute Art that he had obtained by chance.
However, this Cultivation Method Cultivation Method has a major drawback: it can only be cultivated up to the Foundation Establishment Late Stage.
He has frequently traveled out over the years in order to inquire about Dark Attribute Art, but unfortunately, such Cultivation Method are extremely rare.
Moreover, no faction is foolish enough to sell Third-tier Cultivation Method.
Over the years, he has accumulated a lot of Contribution Points. If Zhang Xuanchen's inheritance contains Third Stage Dark Attribute Art, he will do anything to exchange for it, even if it means going bankrupt!
Seeing the looks in everyone's eyes, Zhang Xuanchen didn't hesitate and directly shared his Cultivation Method, Law Technique, Secret Method, Alchemy Art, Artifact Refining Art, Pill Formula.
They also took out that terrifyingly thick book, as well as the almost spiritually degraded Fourth-Rank Spirit Tool and Third Stage Law Artifact.
The Three Lives Samsara Mirror is still dormant and has not been retrieved.
"Fifth-tier Scarlet Sun Burning Heaven Art! Am I dreaming? Sister Han, quick, slap me!"
Zhang Guanghan didn't hesitate, because she also wanted to verify whether she was dreaming.
He slapped Zhang Guangyao across the face.
Several hairs of his beard were pulled out.
"Ouch! This isn't a dream! Hahaha!"
Zhang Guangyao jumped up with joy; this man of his age was as happy as a child!
Zhang Zujun's eyes were fixed on the Pill Formula and the thick book.
Zhang Hongqing was frantically sifting through a large pile of Cultivation Method, trying to find a high-level dark attribute Cultivation Method.
Zhang Xuanchen smiled, took the Great Evolution Geng Gold Scripture, and placed it in Zhang Chongxian's hands.
After reading it, his tall, straight body trembled with excitement.
However, having lived for over three hundred years, he quickly regained control of his emotions.
Looking at Zhang Xuanchen, he asked, "What are your plans for these Cultivation Method Law Technique?"
Upon hearing this, everyone stopped what they were doing.
Everyone turned to look at Zhang Xuanchen.
"My idea is to divide these Cultivation Method into Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, and Golden Core chapters, and place them on the first to third floors of the Transmission Tower respectively."
As for the Nascent Soul and Spirit Transformation chapters, we'll hold off on them for now. We can bring them out when Nascent Soul True Lord emerges in the Lineage."
Hearing Zhang Xuanchen's words, Zhang Chongxian nodded.
"Alright, we'll do as you say. As for the remaining Cultivation Method Law Technique, you can keep them. How you deal with them in the future is still up to you."
No one else may interfere.
He then looked at the people in the hall, unleashing his full Golden Core aura, and said calmly:
"Swear Blood Oath."