Not One of the Family of Three Was Simple

Having understood why the Liu Clan had taken a liking to him, Lu Changzhi shifted his attention away from Shen Tianxun.

His gaze then fell upon Shen Wentian's personal information.

A quick glance.

Lu Changzhi's face showed surprise.

"This family of three is anything but simple."

Although Shen Wentian's bloodline is also of the lower Dao Grade, his physique is quite interesting.

Its physical constitution is called the Spirit-Gestating Dao Physique.

Just by looking at his name, Lu Changzhi seemed unusual.

Upon reading the description, it was indeed true.

In short, this Spirit-Gestating Dao Physique, like Shen Tianxun Mystic Bone Dao Physique, offers very limited assistance to cultivators in combat and in action, and is also difficult to detect, failing to demonstrate the level that a Dao Body should possess.

The difference is that this Spirit-Gestating Dao Physique can nurture a spirit.

This conceived spirit is not the same as that nurtured spirit.

The latter is merely the storage or nurturing of spiritual power, something any cultivator can do.

"Pregnancy of spirit" means nurturing intelligence.

With this Dao body, things residing within it have a great chance of developing sentience.

This truly surprised Lu Changzhi.

The ability to awaken the intelligence of things can actually be accomplished by humans, or more precisely, by the human body.

"If nothing unexpected happens, the Spirit of the Dantian and the Spirit of the Bloodline were probably brought forth by his physique."

After glancing at the description of the Spirit of the Dantian, Lu Changzhi couldn't help but look at Mu Fan.

Mu Fan sensed something, turned around, and was startled:

"No, Master, why are you looking at me with such pity?"

"Fine."

Lu Changzhi waved his hand, gesturing to the players on the field:

"Keep watching."

Mu Fan's brows furrowed instantly, and he murmured softly:

"This is fucking scary!"

Lu Changzhi smiled but remained silent.

He did indeed seem somewhat sympathetic just now.

Because the spirit in Shen Wentian's Spirit of the Dantian has the ability to learn cultivation techniques on its own, meaning that even if Shen Wentian doesn't actively cultivate, his dantian will passively cultivate.

It's practically the same version of Mu Fan's initial AFK (away from keyboard) cultivation method.

With Shen Wentian's Spirit of the Dantian here, there is something to rely on.

Mu Fan was practically playing like he had a cheat code.

How to avoid making him feel sorry for you.

"However, even the bloodline has been given sentience. At this rate, is there any hope of nurturing a spirit for the large intestine, liver, and heart?"

Lu Changzhi couldn't help but shake his head:

"No wonder there's a Long Life, Many Tribulations among the talents. If one day the heart develops intelligence, and something displeases it, it can stop beating on the spot. No outsiders would even need to lift a finger."

But to be honest, thinking about it this way, Lu Changzhi actually found it quite amusing.

The whole body is a spirit, and each has its own thoughts. If you can control it, you can truly say that you are in charge of your own body.

Gathering his thoughts, Lu Changzhi glanced at Shen Wenxi, feeling rather sentimental:

"Including Shen Wenxi, the family of three all have extraordinary qualities and are all 'special,' which makes one wonder just how much luck it takes to be born into such a family."

"The Shen Clan, being an ancient clan, truly possesses extraordinary abilities."

At this time.

Shen Tianxun had already finished his opening remarks.

He said a lot, but the meaning wasn't much. It was nothing more than welcoming everyone, promising not to disappoint them today, and, seemingly modestly but actually intentionally lowering expectations to create a greater impact, adding, "My son is still young, and he will do his best in this battle."

But they're all just routines.

After saying all this, Shen Tianxun spoke seriously, saying:

"Next, I would like to solemnly introduce the witness to this visit to the Liu Clan, Senior Liu Duanyuan!"

What follows is a detailed account of Liu Duanyuan's life, with the clear intention of making even those who don't know him fully aware of just how extraordinary and powerful he is.

Almost immediately after the name "Liu Duanyuan" was uttered, gasps of astonishment rippled through the crowd.

Few of those present today are ordinary people.

Even so, upon learning that the person from the Liu Clan was this person, they were all deeply moved and incredulous.

"It seems the rumors were true. The relationship between the Shen Clan and Liu Clan is indeed not simple. Under normal circumstances, the Shen Clan would definitely not be able to invite such a powerful expert!"

"No wonder. I knew it was just a mere betting match, so why did the Shen Clan go to such lengths to invite people from all sides? It turns out the betting match was a pretense; their real aim was to gain fame. With this situation now, anyone who wants to target the Shen Clan in the future will have to think twice."

"Damn it, are we supposed to keep showing respect to the Shen Clan from now on? Given how they behave, they'll probably be even less restrained towards us in the future!"

"..."

In an instant, some sighed, some were amazed, some were worried, and some felt frustrated...

Lu Changzhi also looked at Liu Duanyuan Shen Tianxun had gestured to.

"Unified Dao Realm Sixth Layer, that's the highest level I've ever seen."

"With such skill and that talent for Gold-Seeking Eyes, it's no wonder she took a liking to Shen Tianxun."

"Gold" is just a general term. Just as gold always shines, the description suggests that it means being good at finding the shining points of things.

At this moment, on the field...

Liu Duanyuan gently raised his hand, and the vast arena involuntarily fell silent.

His gaze swept across the field, and then he said:

"I have come merely to bear witness to this wager, nothing more."

Upon hearing this statement...

The unpleasant expressions on many people's faces softened considerably.

The meaning is already quite clear.

They didn't come for the Shen Clan.

Shen Tianxun's lips moved as he looked at Liu Duanyuan, feeling a slight dissatisfaction, but he kept it to himself and dared not show it on his face.

At this moment, Liu Duanyuan continued:

"Today, the betting battle is the important matter, so let's get straight to the point."

"The contents of the previous bet, Shen Clan, are presented here again for everyone's review."

Upon hearing this, Shen Tianxun conjured the prepared terms of the bet in mid-air.

All eyes turned to them.

The content is not small, but everyone is already very familiar with it.

The main format is one person taking on one hundred at the Withering and Flourishing Sect, with the format presented one by one. The larger part of the content involves what the loser has to do.

This includes, but is not limited to, dismantling all defensive and offensive formations within the faction; allowing outsiders to access and study cultivation techniques, martial arts skills, secret manuals, and ancient texts; and permitting outsiders to experience and attempt to obtain the faction's accumulated and preserved heritage over many years, with the winning faction having priority, etc.

This is precisely the main reason why it attracts people from all sides.

Free benefits are something you shouldn't take.

"Shen Clan, do you have any reinforcements?"

Liu Duanyuan was clearly very familiar with this kind of thing, and after demonstrating for a moment, he asked a question.

"The Shen Clan has no further comment." Shen Tianxun shook his head.

Liu Duanyuan turned to look at the location of the Withering and Flourishing Sect:

"Withering and Flourishing Sect, do you have any additions?"

As soon as the words fell, Du Niansheng spoke up:

"Reporting to Senior, the Withering and Flourishing Sect has something to add."