Family Rise: Start with Daily Intelligence.

Chapter 594 Breakthrough, Miraculous Effect of the Family Treasure Tree, Opportunity Obtained
As soon as the charred corpse of the Yin Bone Demon hit the ground, an incredibly solid, hideous, pitch-black soul suddenly burst forth from its crown, emitting a shrill, extremely venomous shriek:
"Fu Ziwei! Remnants of the Fu family! My Xuan Yin Sect will never let you go! Once I have reconstructed my physical body, I will make you pay for your blood debts and slaughter your entire Fu family, leaving no one alive!"

This divine soul moved extremely fast, transforming into a streak of black light as it attempted to escape.

Want to run away? Dream on!
Fu Changsheng had a sudden thought:
"The underworld opens, and divine light captivates the soul."

In an instant.

A golden divine light, filled with ancient majesty and carrying a sacred and purifying aura, emerged from his chest out of thin air. As if it possessed a spirit, it instantly traversed space and precisely enveloped the soul of the Yin Bone Demon!
"What...what is this?! No—!"

The golden divine light, carrying the struggling and wailing soul, quickly retreated into Fu Changsheng's body, as if it had never existed.

In the stone wall on one side of the Tianlong Temple.

The light and shadow shifted on the stone wall, and another soul shadow appeared, constantly twisting and roaring.

Upon closer inspection, including the newly arrived Yin Bone Demon, the walls already contained the souls of seventeen Golden Core stage cultivators!
The soul has been dealt with.

Fu Changsheng turned his gaze to the lifeless but still powerful avatar of the fake infant cultivator on the ground.

"Xiao Qing, swallow him."

"Roar"

The azure dragon beside him let out a joyful low growl, its massive body swooping down and swallowing the Yin Bone Demon's shell whole. Having devoured such high-quality "blood food," the azure dragon's azure light became even more lustrous, saving it over a hundred years of arduous cultivation. Its aura became even more solid, and it snorted contentedly before circling back to Fu Changsheng's side.

Only now was the deathly silence below finally broken.

"Our ancestor is mighty! Our ancestor is awe-inspiring!"

"May the Heaven protect the Fu family! Our ancestor is invincible!"

"Well done! We've avenged our fallen kin!"

Cheers, shouts, and cries mingled together, creating a deafening roar that soared into the sky!
Every member of the Fu family beamed with excitement, their eyes burning as they gazed up at the figure in the sky, a pillar of strength that seemed to anchor the entire clan. Fu Changsheng's return had not only averted the crisis of annihilation but had also shattered the nightmare that had haunted their hearts for centuries, rebuilding the backbone and glory of the Fu family!

Fu Changsheng raised his hand and pressed down lightly.

His gaze swept over the ravaged valley below and the crumbling, dimly lit remains of the protective array that guarded the mountain.

Thoughts moved slightly.

A soft, aquamarine light flashed beside him:
"Qiu Niang, I trouble you to repair and reinforce this formation."

"Yes, Master."

Qiu Niang's figure floated down and landed at the central hub of the formation.

She formed profound hand seals, and streams of pure water-elemental spiritual energy flowed forth, accompanied by life-giving wood-elemental spiritual energy. Like the most skillful weaver, she began to mend and repair the broken and damaged array runes. Nourished by the interwoven azure and emerald light, the remaining array's light barrier visibly began to heal and strengthen, radiating an aura more substantial and stable than before. Furthermore, leveraging her profound understanding of energy structures, Qiu Niang effortlessly optimized the array, further enhancing its defensive capabilities.

The people below, witnessing this miraculous scene, felt an even deeper reverence for their ancestor!
Fu Changsheng took the storage bag of exceptional quality from the Yin Bone Demon.

As he probed with his divine sense, even with his vast knowledge, he couldn't help but nod in approval at the abundance within. There were mountains of spirit stones of various grades, a dazzling array of refining materials, numerous insidious yet powerful demonic magical artifacts and talismans, and a large quantity of spiritual herbs and medicines sealed in jade boxes.

His divine sense carefully swept over the medicinal herbs.

The image is frozen on one of the boxes made of ancient jade.

Upon opening the jade box, a spiritual herb, shaped like a phoenix spreading its wings, fiery red in color, with golden luster flowing through its veins, lay quietly inside, radiating a powerful yet gentle life essence.

"Phoenix Blood Rejuvenating Grass!"

A hint of joy flashed in Fu Changsheng's eyes. This item had a remarkable effect on replenishing the depleted essence blood of cultivators, and was especially suitable for Cang Jian's current condition.

He picked up the jade box, and in a flash, he appeared in front of Cang Jian on the ground.

"Cangjian," Fu Changsheng handed over the jade box, his tone gentle yet brooking no refusal, "This is for you. Refine it as soon as possible to restore your vitality."

Cang Jian took the jade box, and upon probing it with her divine sense, her body trembled. How could she not recognize the preciousness of this "Phoenix Blood Rejuvenating Grass"? This item was enough to restore most of her depleted essence and blood in a short time, and might even bring her good fortune, allowing her cultivation to potentially return to the Golden Core stage! She looked up at Fu Changsheng, her eyes slightly warm. Three hundred years of effort had yielded a reward far exceeding her expectations at this moment.

"Young Master... this is too precious..."

"Take it." Fu Changsheng interrupted her, his gaze firm. "You have sacrificed three hundred years for me, this is what I should do. The revival of the Fu family still needs your strong support."

Cang Jian said no more, nodded emphatically, and held the jade box tightly in his hand, a warm feeling welling up in his heart.

Fu Changsheng continued to examine the storage bag and, in a hidden corner, discovered a mysterious iron box sealed with layers of restrictions. These restrictions were quite ancient and insidious, but for Fu Changsheng, who was proficient in talisman arrays, breaking them was only a matter of time. His fingertips flashed with spiritual light, and like a skilled butcher dissecting an ox, he swiftly and precisely dismantled all the restrictions.

The box was opened.

Inside was not the magical tome or rare treasure one might imagine, but a piece of gold foil as thin as a cicada's wing yet incredibly heavy, radiating a faint aura of the rising sun.

Fu Changsheng's heart stirred, and he formed a hand seal, sending out a purple aura containing a unique rhythm that disappeared into the gold foil.

hum!
The gold leaf surface suddenly shone brightly, revealing countless fine ancient characters as dense as ants and a complex diagram of cultivation. Above, several ancient characters were clearly visible: "Nine Revolutions Towards the Sun Chapter, Volume Two"!
“It’s indeed it!”

Fu Changsheng took a deep breath, suppressing his excitement.

He obtained the first chapter of "Nine Revolutions Towards the Sun" by chance in his early years. He dominated the Foundation Establishment stage with the "purple aura and divine light" he condensed. However, after entering the Golden Core stage, the effect of the first chapter was greatly reduced, and he has been struggling to find a follow-up cultivation method.

He quickly scanned the contents of the gold foil.

This second cultivation technique is extremely profound. In its brief description, it mentions that if one can cultivate it to perfection, a precious technique called "Sunrise Breaking Illusion Divine Light" can be nurtured within the Golden Core. Its power is comparable to the natal treasure technique that a Nascent Soul cultivator has painstakingly cultivated!

However, the more Fu Changsheng looked, the more his brows furrowed.

The conditions for cultivating this technique are extremely demanding:

The primary condition is that one must have the cultivation level of the Nascent Soul stage in order to withstand the enormous energy impact and spiritual load required during cultivation;

Secondly, the necessary auxiliary spiritual items, such as "the first wisp of innate purple qi essence at sunrise", "ten-thousand-year-old warm jade lotus heart", and "golden crow feather powder", are all rare treasures that are hard to find in the world, and he has never even heard of them before.

This Yin Bone Demon obtained this item from who-knows-where, and presumably because he couldn't meet the requirements, he has kept it shelved.

"We hope the system can be improved."

Fu Changsheng focused his thoughts on the [Cultivation Technique Deduction] panel in his mind's eye and said directly:

"Analyze and optimize 'Nine Turns to the Rising Sun' to suit your own needs."

In an instant.

It was as if countless stars were flowing through his sea of ​​consciousness, and immense computing power began to analyze this ancient and demanding cultivation technique. The obscure ancient text was deconstructed, the cultivation path was simulated, and the energy requirements were quantified... All sorts of key points, bottlenecks, and even hidden dangers were exposed under the system's deduction.

Just a few breaths later.

A clear and concise improvement plan emerged in Fu Changsheng's mind.

The new cultivation method is more refined and efficient, eliminating several redundant and highly risky cycles. It cleverly breaks down the barriers that originally required immense Nascent Soul power to overcome into several stages, supplemented by special divine sense vibration techniques to replace some of the spiritual energy impact. This significantly lowers the minimum threshold for cultivation from the rigid requirement of the Nascent Soul stage to simply possessing the divine sense power of a Pseudo-Nascent Soul level!

Fu Changsheng's current spiritual strength, after numerous fortuitous encounters and nourishment from the Netherworld, far surpasses that of his peers, reaching the level of a pseudo-infant, perfectly meeting the most crucial entry requirement.

At the same time, the system also provides several alternatives with similar effects for those rare and precious treasures that are almost extinct. Although the alternatives are equally rare and valuable, the search scope has undoubtedly been greatly expanded.

Fu Changsheng quickly browsed through the alternatives, his gaze suddenly fixing on one of the options: "Millennial lightning-struck wood core"!
He immediately probed the Yin Bone Demon's storage bag with his divine sense and searched carefully.

Sure enough, inside a jade box heavily sealed with seals, they found a piece of wood core that was charred black, yet faintly glowed with a dark red hue, and contained an astonishing amount of pure yang vitality! It was the "millennial lightning-struck wood core" mentioned by the system!
This item was clearly collected by the old demon to prepare for refining some kind of supremely yang magic weapon or to use yin to control yang and balance his cultivation, but now it has benefited him.

"This extraordinary spot on the back mountain is perfect for cultivating the Nine Revolutions Rising Sun Technique."

Fu Changsheng gave Cang Jian and his mother a few instructions before choosing to go into seclusion.

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Cultivation has no time.

Back mountain.

Fu Changsheng sat cross-legged, his body enveloped in a dense purple glow. This purple aura was not the essence of the ordinary rising sun, but rather the primordial purple aura originating from this place itself, containing a trace of the power of creation of the Heavenly Dragon, pure and boundless.

His golden core spun rapidly, with nine strange light patterns faintly appearing on it. At this moment, a second light pattern, under the influence of the purple energy and the operation of the "Nine Revolutions Towards the Sun, Volume Two" technique, gradually solidified and became extremely clear.

"Congeal!"

With a low shout in his heart, Fu Changsheng's second light pattern on his golden core suddenly lit up, bursting forth with thousands of rays of light! A scorching, majestic aura, seemingly capable of piercing through illusions and cleansing away evil, erupted from his body!

The morning sun shines with divine light, dispelling illusions; its initial form is complete!
Fu Changsheng opened his eyes, and two miniature sunrises seemed to flash briefly in the depths of his pupils. He pointed his fingers forward casually, as if they were swords.

laugh!
A thin, yet perfectly refined, pale golden divine light shot out from his fingertips, silently disappearing into a chaotic void in the distance of the Underworld.

The next moment, the void rippled like water after a stone was thrown in, and a faint, mournful shriek of a demonic soul echoed through the air. It was a Yin Demon that had been nourished by the natural energy of the Netherworld and had just gained sentience. Its concealment skills were extremely high, and even ordinary late-stage Golden Core cultivators would find it difficult to detect. However, it had nowhere to hide under this wisp of pale golden divine light and was instantly purified and annihilated!
"Not bad." Fu Changsheng nodded slightly, a look of satisfaction on his face.

Although this "Sunrise Breaking Illusion Divine Light" is only at a minor level of mastery, its power is not to be underestimated. It is especially good at breaking evil, breaking concealment, and shocking the mind. Cultivators below the Nascent Soul stage will find it difficult to withstand its power without special soul-protecting magic treasures or supernatural abilities!

If you count the time, several decades have passed.

Time to leave customs.

Fu Changsheng flashed away and left the back mountain.

As soon as he stepped out of the cave, a slender figure was already waiting outside.

The woman was dressed in an elegant long dress, with flowing black hair and an exquisite face. Her brows and eyes held a gentle yet resilient quality that had been refined over the years, and the spiritual energy emanating from her body clearly indicated that she was already at the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm! She was none other than Cang Jian, who had completely refined the "Phoenix Blood Rejuvenating Grass" and restored her youthful appearance and cultivation!
"Young Master, you've emerged from seclusion." Upon seeing Fu Changsheng, Cang Jian's eyes flashed with barely suppressed joy and tenderness, and he bowed gracefully.

Looking at his old friend who looked even more radiant than before, Fu Changsheng felt a hint of relief in his eyes: "Cang Jian, it seems you've recovered quite well."

"It's all thanks to the spiritual herbs bestowed by the young master." Cang Jian smiled and then respectfully handed over a storage ring. "These are the supplies that the family has gathered over the past few decades, according to the list you provided. Although we haven't succeeded completely, we have found some."

Fu Changsheng took the ring and scanned it with his divine sense. Sure enough, it contained several kinds of spiritual materials he needed, including several "three-legged fire crow essence feathers" containing a faint aura of true solar fire, and a fist-sized, scorching "pseudo-solar essence gold". The family had indeed put in a lot of effort.

Cang Jian continued to report:

"Since Young Master went into seclusion, the family has developed rapidly thanks to the legacy you left behind. Miss Qiu Niang has completely improved the mountain-protecting formation, relying on the original natural illusion formation foundation of the valley and incorporating a variety of high-level formation variations. Now this formation is called the 'Cloud Illusion Profound Water Formation,' which combines offense and defense, and also has the effect of illusory and trapping enemies. Miss Qiu Niang said that even if a Nascent Soul cultivator comes in person, if he does not understand the mysteries of formations, he will find it difficult to break the formation in a short time, and may even be trapped inside."

Upon hearing this, Fu Changsheng looked up at the sky above the valley.

The array light screen that was originally visible to the naked eye had disappeared, replaced by a misty, swirling, and seemingly real cloud-like aura that enveloped the entire Fu Family Valley. When divine sense probed into it, it was like a mud ox entering the sea, impossible to distinguish between reality and illusion.

Indeed, it is incredibly mysterious!

"In addition," Cang Jian took out a jade box, and after opening it, six round beads of different colors, each radiating a powerful demonic energy, were neatly arranged inside. "These are the demon cores that the family has obtained over the years by organizing people to go deep into the desolate mountains, enduring hardships, and killing several fourth-order great demons. They are specially presented to you, young master."

Fu Changsheng looked at the six fourth-tier demon cores and nodded.

He needs this.

"That's thoughtful of me. I have another use for this item."

He planned to use these demon cores, along with other spiritual materials, to refine several "Azure Lotus Refining Talismans".

Cang Jian was originally a third-grade Golden Core cultivator, and Nian An was a fourth-grade Golden Core cultivator. If they could be tempered with this talisman, they would both have the hope of reaching a higher level and laying a more solid foundation for condensing their Nascent Soul in the future.

After accepting the demon core, Fu Changsheng's gaze fell on Cang Jian, carrying a hint of gentleness, as well as a long-lost heat. The two were nominally master and servant, but in reality, they shared a deep bond and had a son named Fu Nian'an, yet they had not been close for hundreds of years.

Feeling Fu Changsheng's gaze, Cang Jian's cheeks flushed slightly, and he lowered his eyelids but did not look away.

Fu Changsheng smiled slightly and took her hand: "Come with me."

Inside the cave, spring was in full bloom.

Fu Changsheng circulated the "Imperial Court Dao Body," emanating a captivating aura of imperial power. This technique was not only excellent for procreation but was also a top-tier secret method of dual cultivation.

Their spirits and bodies merged, and their magical power circulated endlessly.

Cang Jian felt a warm current flowing from Fu Changsheng's body, coursing through her limbs and bones. Not only did it subtly improve her cultivation, but it also completely eliminated the minor hidden injuries left from the past when she had consumed her essence and blood and forcibly increased her cultivation. Nourished by this vital imperial aura, it vanished without a trace.

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After spending time with Cang Jian.

Fu Changsheng returned to the secret chamber and retrieved the Nine Heavens Talisman Brush, which he had obtained through a system lottery. This brush, radiant with light and whose bristles emitted the faint sounds of wind and thunder, was extraordinary and could greatly enhance the success rate and quality of talismans.

As the magic power was activated.

Dipping the Nine Heavens Heavenly Talisman Brush in the essence refined from the demon core, the brush moved swiftly and skillfully, outlining profound and complex blue lotus Dao patterns on five specially made blank talismans.

With each stroke, a clear radiance flowed, and the faint image of a lotus flower bloomed. The urgent refining process was extremely mentally taxing, but thanks to the divine power of the Nine Heavens Heavenly Talisman Brush and Fu Changsheng's increasingly profound control over it, the process was fast yet without the slightest stagnation.

A few months later.

All five talismans shone brightly at the same time.

The lifelike blue lotus on the talisman's surface emanated a strange fluctuation that could cleanse the golden core and purify magical power—the Blue Lotus Core Tempering Talisman is complete!

Fu Changsheng adjusted his breathing slightly, and was about to hand the talisman to Cang Jian and arrange the follow-up matters when he suddenly felt a sense of invisible pull coming from the darkness.

"Is it time...?"

There is a time limit to crossing to another world, and this time, staying for nearly a hundred years (time in another world) is already the limit.

With a slight thought, Qiu Niang, who was presiding over the formation and teaching the Fu family disciples the Dao of Formations outside, instantly blurred and transformed into a stream of light of water-blue light, entering Fu Changsheng's body and returning to the Five Elements Space.

Fu Changsheng quickly placed the five still-warm Azure Lotus Refining Elixir Talismans into the jade box and left a divine thought transmission, briefly explaining how to use the talismans.

Just finished all this.

A ripple like water spread around him, and the scenery in front of him began to distort and blur.

In the next instant, a strong sense of spatial displacement washed over me.

When his vision cleared again, he was back on the Southern Continent, in the Great Zhou Dynasty, in that familiar secluded cultivation chamber. All around was silent; the protective barriers he had erected before his seclusion were intact, and the calming incense in the incense burner seemed to have burned only a thin layer.

The turbulent history, family rise and fall, and the initial formation of supernatural powers in the other world over the past century have all been transformed into the tranquility of the Tiannan World in the blink of an eye.

at the same time.

A line of text appeared in my mind:

[Fu Yongling: Spiritual Root Aptitude (100/100)]

The family contribution value on the panel also changed to 40,000, which was obviously related to using the system to deduce the "Nine Revolutions Rising Sun" technique.

……

Just as Fu Changsheng regained his composure in the secret chamber, a familiar, slightly urgent cooing sound echoed in his mind—it was the Feathered Beast. This honest fellow would never disturb him unless it was something urgent. "What's the matter that's causing this little guy such a hurry?"

Thoughts moved slightly.

His figure had already appeared on the summit of Mount Ling, beside the Mountain and River Town Clan Cauldron.

The feathered beast flapped its wings and landed on his shoulder, nuzzling his cheek affectionately with its fluffy head and making a "cooing" sound, as if to say:
"Look! Look! Something's changed!"

Fu Changsheng patted it with a smile, then turned his gaze to the sky above the clan-protecting cauldron.

This look.

His carefree and composed expression froze slightly, revealing a look of surprise.

Before his eyes, the magnificent Family Treasure Tree had sprouted its fifth branch! This new branch was unlike any he had seen before; it was as smooth and warm as jade, brimming with vitality. At the top of the fifth branch, five fist-sized fruits, shaped like infants and radiating soft, seven-colored light, hung quietly. They possessed an innate Daoist charm, and the connection between them and his bloodline was exceptionally clear.

"Oh? It's actually bearing fruit?"

Fu Changsheng stroked his chin with great interest, his eyes filled with curiosity and inquiry:

"But what exactly are the mysteries involved?"

at the same time.

A system notification naturally appeared in Fu Changsheng's mind:
[Family Treasure Tree - Bloodline Spirit Fruit: For direct descendants of the host only. Efficacy: Varies from person to person; each of the five fruits has a different effect.]

[Note: The next stage of the Family Treasure Tree's evolution requires the growth of fifty main branches. The spiritual fruits that will condense at that time will possess even more miraculous effects.]

Fifty branches?

This means having fifty offspring with spiritual roots.

Given his long lifespan, it wouldn't be difficult for him to collect them all, especially considering the unique nature of the "Imperial Court Dao Body" cultivation technique he practiced.

"The first spiritual fruit could indeed be bestowed upon Yongren."

“Yong Ren cultivates the ‘Heavenly Wolf Battle Body’, following a fierce and domineering path of body cultivation. His physical body is strong and resilient, far surpassing others of the same level. It is safest to let him try this spiritual fruit first. Even if there is some energy impact, his physique is sufficient to withstand it, and he can also use this to judge the true benefits of this fruit to his aptitude and physique.”

Fu Changsheng was decisive; having made his decision, he no longer hesitated. With a thought, he sent a summons to Fu Yongren, who was far away in the Eastern Wilderness.

"Yongren, return to Tianlang Mountain immediately."

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Donghuang.

The entrance to the cloud ant's nest was hidden in a rocky ravine, where a faint, sour smell permeated the air.

Fu Yongren held his breath and focused intently, like a lurking cheetah, carefully observing the fourth-tier demonic beast that was anxiously patrolling near the cave entrance.

This cloud ant was the size of a small hill, its entire body covered in a glossy black carapace that shimmered with a metallic sheen. Its enormous mandibles, in particular, opened and closed with a chilling force. It clearly sensed the intruder's presence, its compound eyes scanning its surroundings and emitting threatening hisses.

"Young Master, this thing's shell is too hard. We might suffer if we fight it head-on," Uncle Zhong said in a low voice, his face filled with worry.

Fu Yongren nodded, his eyes sharp as an eagle's. He knew that while his "Heavenly Wolf Battle Body" was powerful, a direct attack was not the best strategy against this kind of demonic beast known for its defense. His gaze swept over the several massive, precariously swaying stalagmites beside the entrance to the lair, and he made a decision.

"Uncle Zhong, go over there and make some noise to lure it away from the entrance of its nest," Fu Yongren whispered, pointing above the stalagmite.

Zhongbo understood and quietly circled around to the flank. A moment later, several pebbles rolled down from above the stalagmite with a splashing sound.

The cloud ant was immediately attracted, letting out a sharp screech. Its massive body suddenly turned towards the source of the sound, and it charged forward, brandishing its giant mandibles.

Just as it was lured away and its back was fully exposed, Fu Yongren made a move!

His "Sirius Battle Body" surged into operation, his blood and qi gushed forth, and his legs exerted force. He shot towards the junction of the carapace on the back of the cloud ant like an arrow released from a bow, silently yet swiftly, with lightning speed—one of the weakest points in its overall defense!

"Golden Claw Splitter!"

Fu Yongren let out a low shout, his five fingers forming a claw, the tips of his fingers gleaming with a metallic cold light, and with an aura of tearing everything apart, he fiercely grabbed at that gap!
"Pfft!"

With a muffled thud, the sharp claws precisely pierced the soft flesh at the junction of the carapace! The cloud ant let out an extremely painful howl, its massive body twisting violently, trying to shake off the enemy on its back.

But would Fu Yongren let it have its way?

With his other hand, he gripped the edge of the carapace like an iron clamp, and his claws, embedded in the soft flesh, exerted even more force. The ferocity of the wolf clan's combat skills erupted, tearing open an even larger wound, and the violent energy went straight for his internal organs!

The cloud ant struggled weaker and weaker until it finally collapsed to the ground with a thud, twitched a few times, and then fell silent.

Fu Yongren jumped down, panting heavily, sweat beading on his forehead. This seemingly simple strike actually embodied his precise timing and the explosive power of his entire body.

"Young Master, what skill you have!" Uncle Zhong stepped forward quickly, his face full of admiration.

Fu Yongren waved his hand, his gaze fixed on the deep anthill: "Let's go in and take a look; there might be something good there."

The lair was dark and damp, exuding a strong demonic aura.

Deep within the lair, amidst a pile of demonic beast skeletons and scattered ores, a strange ore roughly the size of a human head, dark silver in color and covered with natural cloud-like patterns, caught Fu Yongren's attention. This ore was cool to the touch and faintly exuded an aura that calmed the mind, completely out of place with its surroundings.

"This is... Tranquil Cloud Pattern Iron?"

Besides.

There were also several fourth-tier spiritual items, and beneath the pile of items was a strange box, but the restrictions on it were extremely complex, and even with his cultivation level, he couldn't break them.

"Very well, I'll ask my father for advice later."

Fu Yongren put the box away; this was a good haul.

Stepping out of the den, Uncle Zhong, seeing Fu Yongren's travel-worn appearance and undisguised exhaustion, advised him again:

“Young Master, we’ve been out here for several years and have had quite a hunt. Why don’t we go back and rest for a while? Madam often mentions it.”

Fu Yongren shook his head, his eyes still firm: "Uncle Zhong, you know the clan rules. Core-forming spiritual items need to be exchanged with contribution points. I really don't have any talent for those delicate arts like alchemy and weapon crafting. The only thing I can do is use my strength to hunt and contribute to the clan, accumulating contribution points. If I don't work hard, I don't know when I'll get the chance to form a core."

He took out a map of the Eastern Wilderness and pointed to a mark thirty miles away:

"Next target: the near-fourth-tier 'Tianyu Fish' in Tianshui Cave. This fish is quite intelligent; if we can capture it alive and bring it back to the Spirit Beast Valley, the contribution points should be considerable."

However, just as they approached Tianshui Cave and could faintly hear the sound of flowing water coming from inside, the identity token representing the core members of the family in Fu Yongren's arms suddenly became slightly warm, and a clear and authoritative message was directly imprinted in his mind:
"Yongren, return to Tianlang Mountain immediately."

It's my father, Fu Changsheng!

Fu Yongren abruptly stopped, a flicker of struggle crossing his face, but it vanished in an instant, replaced by resolute determination. He put away the map and said decisively to Uncle Zhong:
"Uncle Zhong, the plan is canceled. Return to the clan immediately! Father summons you!"

While Tianyu Fish is important, my father's affairs will always take precedence.

Without hesitation, the two turned around and sped off towards the Fu family's sacred mountain.

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Fu Yongren rushed back to Lingshan, weary from his journey, and immediately went to pay his respects to his father, Fu Changsheng. He presented with both hands the mysterious box, which was neither gold nor wood and covered with strange patterns, that he had obtained from the nest of the Black Cloud Ants.

“Father, this is something I obtained by chance while hunting in Yunyi Mountain. It has a strange aura and I cannot open it.”

Fu Changsheng took the box, scanned it with his divine sense, and discovered that the restrictions on it were quite ancient and profound, not something that could be broken by brute force, but requiring specific methods or timing. He smiled nonchalantly, not paying too much attention to it, and casually put the box into his pocket.

"This item is quite interesting. I will accept it for now and study it later. Come with me."

With that, he led Fu Yongren into the secret room.

In the secret chamber, Fu Changsheng took out the strange spiritual fruit that he had plucked from the family's treasure tree, a fruit that emitted a seven-colored glow. The moment the fruit appeared, the room was filled with fragrance, and a misty aura swirled around it, making it clear at a glance that it was no ordinary object.

Fu Yongren had never seen such a strange fruit before, but he trusted his father completely. Seeing his father take out this treasure, he was curious but didn't ask any questions, only looking at Fu Changsheng with a firm gaze.

Looking at his son's completely trusting and unwavering expression, Fu Changsheng felt gratified: "This fruit will be of great benefit to you. Take it and calmly refine it."

"Yes, Father!" Fu Yongren did not hesitate at all. He sat cross-legged on the futon in the secret room as instructed, took the spiritual fruit, and ate it in a few bites.

The spiritual fruit did not bring the expected surge of energy into his stomach. Instead, it transformed into a warm and refreshing current that quickly permeated his limbs and bones, and even penetrated deep into his soul and consciousness.

The refining process went surprisingly smoothly.

Several hours later, Fu Yongren opened his eyes, a hint of confusion flashing across them at first, which was then replaced by immense joy.

To his astonishment, he discovered that his mind was now filled with countless detailed pieces of knowledge about the skeletal structure, blood circulation, weaknesses, and vital points of demonic beasts! As if it were innate, he now possessed an unparalleled understanding of how to dissect various demonic beasts in the most effortless and efficient way, becoming a self-taught "anatomy master"!
This change already surprised him, but then, a profound and obscure secret technique chapter appeared clearly in the depths of his mind like a brand—"The Myriad Beasts Refining Form Chapter"!
After a brief understanding, Fu Yongren was deeply shaken!
This secret technique is actually a heaven-defying method that allows one to directly plunder the innate talents of powerful demonic beasts through special means, and refine and enhance one's own body! If he can cultivate it to perfection, his "Heavenly Wolf Battle Body" will no longer be limited to the wolf form, and he can even integrate the advantages of various powerful demonic beasts, embarking on an unprecedented path of body refinement!
This spiritual fruit brought him not just a simple improvement in cultivation, but a peerless skill and growth potential that would benefit him for the rest of his life!

Overwhelmed with joy and gratitude, Fu Yongren stood up abruptly and bowed deeply to Fu Changsheng: "Thank you, Father, for bestowing upon me such a great opportunity. I will certainly not disappoint you in the future!"

He knew that the "Heavenly Wolf Battle Body," the Heavenly Wolf Heart, and the help he received innate spiritual roots from his father were already immense kindnesses. Now, his father was giving him this spiritual fruit, which was clearly a family treasure. This mountain of gratitude made even this fearless man feel deeply moved.

After learning about the extraordinary effects of the spiritual fruit, Fu Changsheng was also quite excited. He patted his son on the shoulder and said in a carefree but expectant tone, "Study this secret technique well, don't waste this opportunity, and don't let your hard work go to waste."

"Father, rest assured! Your son will dedicate his entire life to diligent cultivation and will never fail your high expectations. I will definitely become a pillar of the family!"

at the same time.

A familiar mechanical voice echoed in Fu Changsheng's mind:
"Ding"

"You have gifted your offspring a family treasure tree spirit fruit; your family contribution points have been increased to 50,000!"

Obviously.

Compared to before.

It directly increased the family contribution points by 10,000.

This demonstrates that the spiritual fruit of the [Family Treasure Tree] is indeed very precious.

After Fu Yongren left.

Fu Changsheng's gaze once again fell upon the magnificent and imposing tree atop the Mountain and River Town Clan Cauldron.

At this moment, apart from the branch where the seven-colored fruit that Fu Yongren had just consumed was temporarily bare, four different spiritual fruits of varying colors and shapes still hung on the other four main branches. One was crimson like a flame, its scorching aura contained; one was azure like water, its surface shimmering; one was heavy and earthy yellow, as stable as the earth; and one was lush and vibrant green, full of life.

"It seems that the fruits that grow on each branch have completely different effects, depending on the potential traits or opportunities of their corresponding bloodline offspring." Fu Changsheng stroked his chin, his eyes revealing a light of inquiry and anticipation. He was carefree and unconcerned about these unknown and strange effects; on the contrary, he felt a sense of novelty, like opening a blind box.

"The one Yongren took did not grant him direct cultivation or physical enhancement, but rather a top-notch anatomical technique and the accompanying secret method of 'Ten Thousand Beasts Refining Form'... It was practically tailor-made for him, a body cultivator who was not good at any of the arts and only skilled in hunting."

Thinking of this, a knowing glint flashed in Fu Changsheng's eyes, and a meaningful smile appeared on his lips.

"In this light, the greatest effect of these spiritual fruits may not be on those offspring who are already gifted and have a clear path to cultivation, but rather on those children who are mediocre in traditional cultivation arts but have a strong will and other talents, producing unexpected and amazing results."

"They are more like a key, unlocking a unique path hidden deep in one's bloodline, or rather, the path most suitable for one's true nature."

"Interesting." Fu Changsheng chuckled to himself. "With such a large family, the children all have different talents. With this precious tree, every child can have the opportunity to find their own path and shine with their unique brilliance."

The matter in the Eastern Wilderness is now concluded.

It's time to return to Jingzhou.

However, before that, he had one small matter to attend to.

In his mind, a piece of information that he had previously obtained from the system but had not yet had time to deal with due to being preoccupied with various matters clearly emerged:

Three hundred miles southeast of the "Dragon's Abyss" in the Eastern Wilderness, deep within an underground river, lies a "Dragon Saliva Grass," nearing maturity. Its companion guardian is a peak fourth-tier demonic beast, a two-headed dragon. Note: The Dragon Saliva Grass contains the aura of a true dragon, possessing remarkable effects on dragon-type demonic beasts breaking through the fifth-tier bottleneck.

"Dragon's Saliva Grass? A Two-Headed Flood Dragon?" Fu Changsheng's gaze sharpened as he looked at Xiao Qing, the Azure Flood Dragon resting within the Five Elements Space. This item was perfect for it!
After Xiaoqing devoured the Cloud Dragon Tiger's mutation, her potential greatly increased, but breaking through to the fifth rank was still extremely difficult. This Dragon Saliva Grass was a key aid.

"Xiao Qing, come with me for a bit." Fu Changsheng's mind stirred.

"Roar—!" The Azure Dragon let out a joyful dragon roar, its massive body appearing beside Fu Changsheng, and it affectionately lowered its head.

...

...

Before heading to the Fallen Dragon Abyss.

Fu Changsheng made a special detour to Tianyin Mountain.

He frowned slightly as he gazed at the solid formation of the Tianyin tribe, which was shrouded in yin and filth.

He had tried several methods, and even used a wisp of the Morning Sun's Divine Light to probe it, only to find that the formation was not only incredibly defensive, but also connected to the Yin veins underground, and that brute force could easily cause a backlash if broken.

"It seems we still need to find a master who is proficient in formations, especially skilled at breaking such sinister formations, to help us."

The image of an old man immediately came to Fu Changsheng's mind—Uncle Yu.

"Perfect timing! Mei Zhen's 'Pure Void Elimination Pill' is ready. This pill should have a remarkable effect on Uncle's old injury."

Fu Changsheng, nicknamed "Little Green," flashed and sat firmly on the head of the Azure Dragon. "Go to the southeast of the Dragon Abyss in the Eastern Wilderness, about three hundred miles away."

With a flap of its wings, the Azure Dragon conjured up clouds and mist, transforming them into a streak of azure light that hurtled towards the depths of the Eastern Wilderness at breakneck speed. Its speed far surpassed that of an ordinary Nascent Soul cultivator.

Before long, they arrived at the approximate area described in the intelligence. Below were continuous barren mountains and bottomless canyons, a complex terrain.

Fu Changsheng recalled the Azure Dragon to his side on guard, and at the same time summoned the Blue-faced White Fox, who was skilled in treasure hunting and exploration.

"Xiao Bai, sense carefully and find hidden places with unusual spiritual energy, especially those with the aura of dragons."

"Squeak!" The white fox's small nose twitched slightly, its eyes gleaming with a lively light. It quickly locked onto a direction and led Fu Changsheng to a narrow cave entrance hidden by dense vines and rocks. The cave entrance was deep and dark, with damp moisture and faint spiritual energy seeping out.

However, when Fu Changsheng tried to step inside, he felt the surrounding scenery distort. Even though the cave entrance was in front of him, his steps always deviated from the correct direction.

"Oh? There's also a natural illusion array protecting it? No wonder this treasure herb hasn't been discovered yet." Fu Changsheng was not surprised but delighted. The presence of a natural array further demonstrated the extraordinary nature of the Dragon Saliva Grass.

He circulated his cultivation technique, a clear light flashed in his eyes, and his supernatural power, [Clear Mind and Bright Vision], was activated. The distorted scenery before him gradually became clear, and the fog that had confused his senses receded like the tide, revealing a clear path leading to the cave entrance.

"Let's go." Fu Changsheng said calmly and took the lead. The white fox followed closely behind, easily passing through this natural illusion array that could trap most Golden Core cultivators.

Entering the cave, one finds a sloping passageway. The deeper one goes, the heavier the moisture becomes, and the sound of flowing water gradually comes into view. After traveling for about a few miles, the view suddenly opens up, revealing a wide and dark underground river. The river water is pitch black and bottomless, and the air is filled with a rich aquatic atmosphere and a faint, unsettling pressure.

Along the banks of the dark river, a few glimmering mosses grow, illuminating a strangely shaped, foot-long, dark golden plant on a protruding rock. Its leaves resemble dragon scales, and a pearl-sized bud hangs at its tip, emitting a hazy glow and a peculiar fragrance—it is the Dragon Saliva Grass! Judging from its luster, it is only a little bit more than ready to be fully mature.

Beneath the dragon's saliva grass, in the dark river water, two cold and brutal gazes had already locked onto the uninvited guest.

Undercurrents are stirring, and a massive shadow is slowly rising.

(End of this chapter)