On the 60th birthday of the system, my son’s engagement was annulled!

"Clan Chief Lin, please wait. We, the Hehuan Sect, will take our leave today."

On the outskirts of the Ancient Forest Realm, Lin Xuan and Bai Ma stood facing each other.

Behind Bai Ma stood Mu Qianqian and a dozen or so members of the Hehuan Sect, while behind Lin Xuan stood Qingfeng and Mu Lingji, among others.

"Alright, we must part ways eventually, Mr. Baima. I wish you a safe journey."

Lin Xuan smiled and bowed to Bai Ma and the others.

Baima laughed heartily: "Is it true that we must part ways after seeing someone off for a thousand miles? I have also read many of Chief Lin's poems and songs, and they are indeed well written. I like these eight characters very much."

The Way of Literature is not prevalent in this world, but those who can achieve something through it are all exceptionally outstanding.

Lin Xuan's martial arts skills amazed Bai Ma, and his literary skills also won Bai Ma's complete respect.

"Mr. Baima, you flatter me."

Lin Xuan waved his hand casually. Only Lin Xuan himself knew where those so-called poems and songs came from; he was just a copyist.

This is also the main reason why Lin Xuan never boasts about his literary skills. He simply doesn't have the face to do so. It's one thing to copy others, but to shamelessly put on a show like a peddler selling his own melons is just too shameless.

"Clan Chief Lin is being too modest."

"By the way, Clan Chief Lin, the Battle of the Thousand Prides of the Divine Continent will begin in six months. Clan Chief Lin should lead the Lin family to participate then, right?"

Looking at Lin Xuan, Bai Ma couldn't help but think of the young people from the Lin family.

The young members of the Lin family all possess absolute strength that ranks among the top in the thousand-strong list. As for their exact ranking, that will depend on real combat experience.

Is there any story behind this Battle of a Thousand Pride Champions?

Although Lin Xuan wasn't the type to act without a reason, it was really pointless to take people to participate in events that were solely for the pursuit of fame and fortune.

"Of course there is."

"Our Divine Continent's Battle of the Thousand Prides is held every three years, and the location is inside the Heavenly Gate of the Immortal Path."

Bai Ma mentioned a place that Lin Xuan couldn't refuse.

"The Heavenly Gate to Immortality?!"

Lin Xuan narrowed his eyes slightly. Anything related to the path to immortality would attract Lin Xuan's attention.

"That's right, it's the Immortal Path, but the competition venue is at the starting point of the Immortal Path, a place called the Heavenly Gate."

"Tianmen?"

Lin Xuan asked in confusion.

Upon hearing this, Baima immediately continued to explain:
"Yes, I don't know much about how long the Immortal Path is or what's on it, but I have been to the Heavenly Gate, the starting point of the Immortal Path, several times."

"This Heavenly Gate is the starting point of the Immortal Path. It is a small world independent of our world. This small world is full of opportunities, and many young people have gained tremendous improvement after coming out of the Heavenly Gate."

"Of course, although Tianmen is a blessed place, opportunities are often accompanied by dangers. In Tianmen, if you are not careful, you may be stuck there forever."

Pema's explanation was fairly clear and understandable.

Lin Xuan understood it easily; simply put, it was a small world, a small world full of opportunities.

"Hmm, if that's the case, then I really will go and make that trip."

Lin Xuan had already planned to go to Shenzhou, so he naturally wouldn't miss this opportunity. Moreover, Lin Fan, Lin Chang'an, and the others did indeed want to go to Shenzhou to test their skills against the geniuses there.

"Of course, Chief Lin, you actually have another reason why you have to go to Shenzhou."

Baima suddenly changed his tone.

Lin Xuan sensed something was very wrong from Bai Ma's tone.

"Mr. Baima, you're not trying to talk about Yu Xi, are you?"

Lin Xuan had no other reason for going to Shenzhou.

Bai Ma was already used to Lin Xuan's intelligence, and simply nodded slightly.

"Yes, that's right. I understand that the Feather Clan and the Ancient Clan intend for Gu Tianxu, the young patriarch of the Ancient Clan, to personally propose marriage to the Feather Clan six months from now, which will be considered a formal engagement."

Lin Xuan showed no change in expression upon hearing this, but Qingfeng and Lan Zhantian could feel the chill emanating from him, which was terrifying.

"Hehe, that's a minor issue. Since there's such a step, I really can't be absent. Let's make it four months from now. I'll take the Lin Clan to Shenzhou."

Lin Xuan looked at the Hehuan Sect and said with a smile.

Bai Ma was overjoyed upon hearing this and faced Lin Xuan directly.

"Clan Chief Lin, you must agree! Our Hehuan Sect will certainly welcome you with open arms. You will definitely be an honored guest of our Hehuan Sect!"

"Yes, Clan Chief Lin, as long as you come, the gates of our Hehuan Sect will always be open for you!"

Mu Qianqian immediately extended an invitation.

Lin Xuan did not refuse the enthusiasm of the Hehuan Sect and nodded in agreement.

“Alright, if I come to the Divine Continent, then I will naturally visit the Joyful Union Sect.”

"Oh, right, Chief Lin, there's something I almost forgot to mention, and it should be very important to you."

Bai Ma's expression suddenly changed, and she looked at Lin Xuan with a serious expression.

Lin Xuan looked at Bai Ma, waiting for her next words.

"As far as I know, the marriage alliance between the Feather Clan and the Ancient Clan will take place in about half a year, and the young patriarch of the Ancient Clan, Gu Tianxu, will personally go to the Feather Clan to propose marriage in half a year."

Upon hearing this, Qingfeng, Lan Zhantian, and the others were stunned; this was extremely important news.

Upon hearing this, Lin Xuan frowned, his eyes becoming somewhat sinister.

"In other words, I will have to go to Shenzhou again within six months."

Lin Xuan's expression changed subtly, yet it sent a chill down Bai Ma and Qing Feng's spine.

Everyone present knew that there was definitely more than just friendship between Lin Xuan and Yu Xi.

The Feather Clan and the Ancient Family are now trying to provoke Lin Xuan.

"Clan Chief Lin, although I am well aware of the relationship between you and Miss Yu Xi, the Gu family is the number one family among the ancient clans of Shenzhou, and the true number one power on the surface. Their power is extremely strong. They have thirty Pseudo-Immortal Realm experts on the surface alone. Please do not act rashly!"

Bai Ma looked at Lin Xuan and spoke solemnly.

Now, the Hehuan Sect has completely offended the Feather Clan for the sake of the Lin family, which means they have indirectly offended the Feather Clan. The Hehuan Sect has no other way to go.

The Hehuan Sect can only blindly grope its way into investing in the Lin family!
Therefore, Lin Xuan absolutely cannot be allowed to get into trouble. If something happens to Lin Xuan, the Lin family may very well collapse.

"Yes, thank you for your advice, Mr. Baima. I understand."

Lin Xuan's expression gradually returned to calm, and he looked at Bai Ma with a slight smile.

Bai Ma nodded slightly.

"Alright, since that's the case, then we won't stay any longer. Farewell, everyone."

Baima took a step back, cupped his hands in greeting to Lin Xuan and the others, and said...

Lin Xuan, Qingfeng, and the others immediately raised their hands in return.

"Farewell."

"Lingji, learn a lot by following Chief Lin!"

After Baima finished speaking, he and the members of the Hehuan Sect disappeared from the spot.

"Lin Xuan, we absolutely must go to Shenzhou, after all, in our world, only Shenzhou has the path to immortality." Qingfeng slowly looked at Lin Xuan.

Lin Xuan nodded slightly. There were too many things forcing Lin Xuan to go to Shenzhou now.

The ancient clans might be hiding the Purifying Lotus, the Divine Continent has the Immortal Path, and Yu Xi is imprisoned by the Feather Clan. No matter which reason, Lin Xuan must go to the Divine Continent.

"Of course we want to go to Shenzhou, but not now. I need to make some preparations."

Lin Xuan let out a long breath.

Lin Xuan was very confident in his combat strength. At least among those of the same level, there was probably no one in this world who could fight him one-on-one.

However, this is a cruel world of cultivation, and the vast majority of cultivators do not abide by the so-called fair duel.

In a world where the strong bully the weak, that's not just shameful, it's the true law of the jungle.

A hungry tiger will not show mercy to a newborn calf just because it is a calf.

"Okay, when are we leaving for Shenzhou? You just need to tell me, and I need to prepare properly."

Qingfeng took a deep breath, feeling a sense of anticipation for that divine continent.

"Go back first."

Lin Xuan led everyone back to the Lin family home.

"Lan Zhantian, you also need to improve. You should be able to use this."

Lin Xuan tossed a jade porcelain bottle to Lan Zhantian.

Lan Zhantian took the porcelain bottle, opened it, and was startled by the treasure inside.

"Lin Xuan, this is far too precious. I cannot accept such a gift without having done anything to deserve it."

Lan Zhantian wanted to decline, but Lin Xuan shook his head slightly.

“This is not just my personal matter. When we go from Dongzhou to Shenzhou, Dongzhou will be a whole. Furthermore, my Lin Clan and Bai Xiaosheng are allies. You will also be going to the Immortal Realm with me, but with your current combat strength, it will be too difficult for you to go to the Immortal Realm.”

Lin Xuan's words made Lan Zhantian silent for a moment, then he took a light breath.

"Alright, I'll accept this generous gift, but I, Lan Zhantian, will never forget this kindness!"

Lan Zhantian put away the porcelain bottle, without saying any sentimental words or making any strange promises, and left with just a simple commitment.

Lin Xuan knew many people, and someone like Lan Zhantian was the kind of person who would repay even the smallest kindness with great gratitude.

Investing in such talent is bound to be a good investment.

After everyone returned to the Lin family, Qingfeng led the group of Bai Xiaosheng back to the Bai Xiaosheng Domain.

Meanwhile, powerful forces such as the Tianwu Empire, the Yanli Empire, the Ouyang family, and the Hou family returned to their old residences to pack up their assets and move to better territories.

Lin Xuan was preparing to go into seclusion, but he held a small meeting before doing so.

Inside the Xuan Palace, Lin Xuan sat in the main seat, with Lin Wen and Lin Wu as the first people to his left and right, and Lin Yang, Lin Fan, and others in order below.

This small meeting was attended entirely by members of the Lin family.

This also includes Li Xianyuan, Jian Shiyi, Ouyang Qingluo, and others.

Even Long Aotian and Feng Qing'er were there.

Long Aotian now spends most of his time at the Lin family home, spending his days with the younger generation of the Lin family.

Feng Qing'er also found happiness in the Lin family, especially since the Lin family had the person she wanted to see every day.

"This time I need to go into seclusion for about four months. After four months, I will emerge from seclusion and go to Shenzhou."

Lin Xuan glanced at the large family below; there must have been forty or fifty people in total.

"Clan leader, you can go into seclusion without worry. The Lin family will be looked after by me and the second elder."

Lin Wen looked at Lin Xuan and said with a smile.

At this time, Lin Wen and Lin Wu were also striving to break through to the Monarch Realm. As elders of the Lin family, they naturally had more resources than they could use.

"Lin Yang, you will assist the two elders in looking after the Lin family. If you have any problems, just come to me anytime."

Lin Xuan looked at Lin Yang, who had successfully broken through to the Monarch Realm, and said with a smile.

After breaking through to the Monarch Realm, Lin Yang's luck also surged to the Azure level. This level of luck is quite considerable, enough for Lin Yang to successfully break through to the Throne Realm. As for what comes after that, he will need some good fortune.

Lin Yang obeys!

Lin Yang quickly stood up and echoed.

Lin Xuan nodded slightly. Among the second generation of the Lin family, aside from Lin Fan and Lin Xue'er, only Lin Yang satisfied him the most.

"And you little guys, in six months it will be the Triennial Grand Tournament of Pride in the Divine Continent. This year's Grand Tournament will be held at the Heavenly Gate, the very beginning of the Immortal Path. You all need to strive to make breakthroughs in the next few months to prepare for the Grand Tournament."

The Heavenly Gate, the beginning of the path to immortality, likely holds great secrets and opportunities.

Lin Fan and Jian Shiyi, among others, all possessed great fortune and naturally could not miss such a grand event.

"Clan leader, what about the resources for the young clan leader and the others?"

Someone immediately asked.

Lin Xuan simply smiled at the question.

"The resources seized from the forces wiped out this time are piled up like mountains. The patriarch has granted your permission that you may use the family resources as you please. There is no need to worry about using too much; use as much as you want."

Lin Xuan watched as Lin Fan and a dozen other young people made their bold statements.

Upon hearing this, Li Xianyuan, Lin Chang'an, and the others were extremely excited. To be able to use resources at will was simply heaven.

Lin Xuan didn't care at all. To put it bluntly, they were just a dozen or so juniors. Even if they ate as much as they wanted, how much could they possibly eat?

Moreover, these younger generations are the future of the Lin family, so this training is worthwhile.

"Of course, Long Aotian, Feng Qing'er, Mu Lingji, and Lan Xia, although you are not members of the Lin family, you can enjoy the same treatment."

Lin Xuan immediately waved his hand and gave all the resources to these outsiders.

None of the Lin family members objected to this.

Firstly, regarding the Lin family as it is now, it is a one-man show run by Lin Xuan. Secondly, there is the issue of the identities of these individuals.

Although they were outsiders, it was obvious to anyone with eyes that Long Aotian and Lin Qingwu were close, Feng Qing'er and Lin Fan were close, Lan Xia and Jian Shiyi were close, and as for Mu Lingji, there was no need to say more.

"And you, Bu Jingyun."

Lin Xuan suddenly looked at the young man sitting in the corner.

This young man was none other than Bu Jingyun of the Langyun Sect.

Bu Jingyun was still in a daze. He had miraculously been accepted as a disciple by the Xuan Emperor. After learning about this, Bu Jingyun was completely dumbfounded and even wondered if he was dreaming.

"Disciple is here!"

Bu Jingyun immediately stood up and stepped forward. Although he was still young, he already had a great demeanor.

"Today you have become my disciple, but I do not have time to teach you yet. You will follow your senior brother for now."

"Disciple understands!"

(End of this chapter)