Leaving the Lineage

After discussing the future development of the Lineage with Zhang Detian, Zhang Xuanchen got up and left the Lineage Main Hall.

With a flash, he arrived at the edge of Flower Fruit Mountain.

Decades later, the environment of Flower Fruit Mountain is even better than before.

The peach groves in the mountains are layered upon layered, with the First Stage spirit peach trees having lush foliage and some Second Stage spirit peach trees already laden with fruit.

Red Glow Peach, Jade Dew Peach, Azure Cloud Peach, Gold-Pattern Spirit Peach... all sorts of spirit peaches are hidden among the leaves, their fragrance mingling with the mountain air, drifting deep into the forest.

Below the peach grove, the Zhang Family also cultivated many First Stage- and Second Stage spirit medicine suitable for growing in shady places.

For example, there's the calming and tranquilizing Ganoderma lucidum, and the First-grade Top-tier Moonshadow Ginseng, which can replenish Qi and Blood.

These spirit medicine don't need much sunlight; as long as there's enough Spiritual Qi, they can grow under the shade of peach trees, making full use of the Spiritual Land.

Zhang Xuanchen looked around and slowly walked along the forest path deeper into the woods.

From time to time, you can see Azure Gold Profound Monkey leaping and frolicking among the tree branches.

Several little monkeys, carrying spirit peaches, saw Zhang Xuanchen afar and even went up to him to beg for food.

Along the way, Zhang Xuanchen encountered several clansmen who were tending to the spirit peach tree and spirit medicine.

"Hello, Seventh Uncle!"

"Greetings, Seventh Uncle!"

"Hello, Seventh Grandpa."

Zhang Xuanchen responded with a smile, and then walked up to the boy, who was about eight or nine years old and was holding a small monkey in his arms.

He gently patted his head and said:

"Whose doll are you? What's your name?"

As he said this, he was filled with deep emotion.

Before he knew it, he had reached the age of grandfather.

Time really flies.

Upon hearing Zhang Xuanchen's question, the boy replied:

"Replying to Seventh Grandfather, my Zhang Xiuyuan. I'm the seventh in the Xiu Generation, the same as you."

"Hahaha." Seeing his adorable expression, Zhang Xuanchen chuckled, "Alright, our Seventh Uncle is sure to achieve great things in the future."

As he spoke, Zhang Xuanchen took out a Second-tier Top-grade Fire Essence Jade Pendant from his Myriad Spirit Ring.

He handed it to Zhang Xiuyuan, saying, "Here, this is for you."

I observe that you cultivate Fire Attribute Cultivation Method; having this jade pendant will be of some benefit to your cultivation."

Zhang Xiuyuan did not refuse and immediately reached out to accept it, saying, "It is a gift from an elder, and I cannot refuse it."

Thank you, Grandpa Qi.

I will definitely cultivate diligently in the future to protect my Lineage.

Hey-hey."

"You're a good kid, clever. Seventh Grandpa has high hopes for you. Since you like this Azure Gold Profound Monkey, you should treat it well and help each other in the future."

Don't worry, Seventh Grandpa.

"Okay, go have fun."

Zhang Xuanchen turned around, casually snapped off a small wooden stick, put it in his mouth, hummed a little tune, and continued walking deeper into Peach Blossom Spring.

The deeper you go, the higher the grade of the spirit peach trees you see.

Peach trees of the Third Stage and above have thick trunks and canopies that block out the sky, with Spiritual Qi condensing into a light mist that flows among the branches and leaves.

Although these spirit peaches are cared for by the Lineage's Spirit Planter and ripened by the wood spirit power of the Little Peach, they are still some time away from being fully mature.

If you want to harvest them, you'll have to wait at least a few more years.

After passing through the peach grove, Zhang Xuanchen arrived at the cave abode on Flower Fruit Mountain.

Inside the cave abode, the campfire was burning brightly.

Laughter could be heard coming from inside from a great distance.

Upon closer inspection, one could see that the Great Sage, Little Peach, Little Flame, Sleeping Turtle, Little Star, and Xiao Mo were sitting in a circle, with several skewers of roasted meat on the fire and several jars of Spirit Wine placed beside them.

With one hand holding a skewer of meat and the other a bowl of wine, the Great Sage spoke with great enthusiasm.

The Sleeping Turtle lay lazily to one side, its eyes half-open and half-closed, occasionally stretching out its claws to grab a piece of roasted meat and swallow it.

Zhang Xuanchen stood at the cave entrance and laughed:

"Hey, look, everyone's here."

It seems I've arrived just in time.

As he spoke, he walked to the campfire and squeezed himself between the Little Flame and the Great Sage.

"Move your butt a little, give me some room."

The Great Sage was squeezed to the side, shifting his rear end slightly, and said reluctantly:

Why are you here?

"It's time to head to the Central Lands. Why are you here instead of settling down with the clan's affairs?"

"What can be arranged?" Zhang Xuanchen picked up a skewer of grilled meat and flipped it over casually. "That kid Xiao Tian is definitely Clan Leader material, even more reliable than me."

He's been handling clan affairs all these years; if I worry about it more, it'll only hinder his work."

The words had barely left his mouth when a flash of starlight streaked across the sky.

A fluffy little animal snuggled into Zhang Xuanchen's arms, nuzzled against his clothes with a pitiful expression, and said:

"Brother Chen, you're finally back!"

Zhang Xuanchen looked down at it; it was indeed Little Star.

At this moment, it raised its head, its round eyes filled with grievance.

I've been waiting for you for so long!

Without the Stellar Power from you and Senior Shuoxing, I would have been stuck at the peak of the Third Stage for a full ten years!

"Ten years! Do you know how I've spent these ten years?"

As it spoke, its voice gradually choked with emotion.

"Waaah..."

Zhang Xuanchen rubbed its head, a hint of apology on his face. "I'm sorry, Little Star, I completely forgot about that."

"Would you mind taking me with you on this trip to the Central Land Immortal Continent?"

Little Star's aggrieved expression vanished instantly.

"Real?"

"Real."

"Okay, okay, it's settled then!"

Little Star excitedly rubbed against him twice.

"I'm definitely going to have a great time this time!"

Zhang Xuanchen smiled helplessly, then looked at Xiao Mo beside him and asked:

"Xiao Mo, would you like to come out and have a look with us?"

Xiao Mo lay lazily on the ground, wiggled its tentacles, and answered very decisively:

"Boss, I don't want to go."

"I still need to stay with my Insect Concubine."

"Eating, drinking, playing, and sleeping—that's the pinnacle of a demon's life! I can't endure any hardship."

Zhang Xuanchen nodded. "Alright, then you stay home and focus on making a baby."

"The larger the swarm of Jadeite Spirit Insect, the better."

My Zhang Family has no shortage of mineral veins now, so let our numbers multiply.

Xiao Mo shook his head with satisfaction, clearly pleased with the arrangement. "Don't worry, boss, I'll definitely make the swarm grow stronger."

The Great Sage raised his wine bowl and laughed:

"Great! Once Xiao Mo's swarm grows stronger, we can make Jadeite Pearl as we please."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Mo immediately looked up, "Monkey Bro, how could you do this?"

With your enormous appetite, how much is enough for you to consume?

"Besides, you're already at the Fourth Stage Middle Stage, so the Jadeite Pearl we created are useless to you."

The Great Sage waved his hand dismissively, "Useless, but the taste is good."

We're all family, you're being far too stingy."

"I'm stingy? Then share half of your grilled meat with me."

"This is different!"

"Cut..."

Seeing Xiao Mo's expression, a burst of laughter immediately filled the cave abode.

The group roasted meat, drank wine, and chatted around the campfire.

The Sleeping Turtle mostly just listens, occasionally saying a word, but its eyes are almost never open.

Inside the cave abode, everyone chatted and laughed.

For those about to embark on a long journey, this is a joyous gathering before parting...

Two days later, at dawn.

The aroma of tea wafted through Zhang Chongxian's courtyard.

Zhang Chongxian and Zhang Xuanchen sat facing each other, with two cups of Spirit Tea on the table.

"When do you plan to depart?" Zhang Chongxian asked, putting down his teacup.

Zhang Xuanchen replied:

I'll just let you know and then I'll leave.

"This time, only Shuang'er, Great Sage, Little Peach, and Little Star will be going to the Central Lands."

"We don't need to inform other members of our clan about our departure."

To the outside world, simply say that I am currently in seclusion.

Zhang Chongxian nodded without asking any further questions.

Zhang Xuanchen raised his hand and waved, and three sword-shaped tokens flew out of the Myriad Spirit Ring.

The token is entirely made of black gold, with the word "Chen" engraved on the front and a fine dragon pattern on the back.

He pushed the three tokens in front of Zhang Chongxian.

"Immortal Ancestor, each of these three tokens contains an avatar of my spiritual power."

"If we encounter a powerful enemy, activating the token will be enough to force back Mid-stage Spirit Transformation cultivator."

Zhang Chongxian took the token and said:

"With these, the clan has a bit more confidence."

Zhang Xuanchen thought so too, after all, those Demon Seed had extraordinary origins.

Even though he has lost his memory due to dying once, he still possesses many extraordinary abilities.

Leaving some contingency plans would put his mind at ease.

In addition to these three tokens, he also left a spiritual energy avatar in the bodies of Zhang Dexiao and Zhang Deling respectively.

Zhang Xuanchen looked at Zhang Chongxian, his expression solemn, and said:

"Immortal Ancestor, after I leave, I will leave the Lineage to you in your care."

If you encounter an insurmountable crisis, you can have Horizon Restaurant send me a message.

I will return to the Immortal South Sea Immortal Continent as quickly as possible.

Zhang Chongxian reached out and patted him on the shoulder. "Don't worry, I'll take care of the Lineage."

There's no need to worry too much.

"As for you, the journey to the Central Land Immortal Continent is long and fraught with danger; you must be extremely careful."

Zhang Xuanchen laughed and said, "Immortal Ancestor, don't worry, I'm more afraid of death than anyone else."

"I will return once I have obtained the fortuitous opportunity in the Central Lands."

"My Zhang Family cannot remain trapped in the South Sea Immortal Continent forever."

"The Zhang Family must also have a presence in Central Lands and Eastern Victory."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Chongxian burst into loud laughter.

"Good!"

"I'm waiting for that day."

The two chatted for a while longer before Zhang Xuanchen got up and left the courtyard.

He did not go straight back to his residence; at this time Luo Lingshuang and the others were already inside the Myriad Spirit Ring.

He directly used a secret technique to change his appearance and aura, and flew towards Yunhua Immortal City.

In the courtyard, Zhang Chongxian sat at the stone table.

Looking at the spot where Zhang Xuanchen disappeared, holding the three sword-shaped tokens in his hand, he was filled with emotion.

That brat who used to only know how to cause trouble and make a mess of things has unknowingly become the strongest member of the Zhang Family leader.

Zhang Chongxian sighed, a relieved smile appearing on his face.

Time flies...