Druid Fairy

Chapter 230 Inheritance
"You felt it all?"

Li Pingcan's voice was calm, yet it seemed to contain a peculiar rhythm that could soothe the soul.

Li Mengze nodded first, his eyes filled with understanding: "Father, I understand. My path is not just about my own rise and fall, but also about the rise and fall of all seekers of the Way in this world. They understand the principles because of me, and I strengthen my path because of them. This is 'inheritance'."

"Not bad." Li Pingcan looked approvingly at his eldest son.

Li Mengjin said in a deep voice, "As long as my will remains, my sword will never break."

“My daughter also understands. Compassion is not simply pity and charity, but equal respect and mutual nourishment. I heal their pain, and they, in turn, purify my heart with the purest goodwill. This is ‘symbiosis’.”

These are the three seeds that Li Pingcan planted.

Now, under the extreme pressure from the Celestial Alliance's Heavenly Law Envoy, these three seeds have finally sprouted.

"Very good." Li Pingcan nodded with satisfaction. "Mo Yuan's Dao Heart is shattered, so he is no longer a concern in the short term. But the Immortal Alliance's reaction will not stop here."

He looked at his three children and solemnly said, "From this day forward, I will go into complete seclusion and merge my own Daoist temple with the earth's veins and fortune of the entire dynasty to forge an artifact that will be able to cope with the great calamity to come. This world is now officially in your hands."

"Father!" The three siblings were all startled upon hearing this.

Li Pingcan waved his hand and smiled, "Young eagles must eventually fly high on their own. You have found your direction, and what you need to do next is to keep moving forward steadfastly. Go, do what you believe is right. No matter what happens, I will always be your strongest support."

After saying that, his figure slowly dissipated on the spot like a bubble, without causing the slightest energy fluctuation, and completely merged into this land.

The three siblings looked at each other and saw an unprecedented determination in each other's eyes.

……

Zhongzhou, Lingxiao Palace.

When Mo Yuan's distraught figure reappeared in the grand hall that represented the supreme authority of the immortal path, all the leaders of the immortal alliance fell into a deathly silence.

He was not defeated, but his defeat was more terrifying than a defeat in battle.

Those eyes, once as lifeless as an abyss, were now filled with confusion and disorientation. The cold, ruthless aura emanating from him, seemingly one with the very laws of nature, had vanished completely, replaced by a void almost inhuman.

His Daoist heart was shattered.

"Mo Yuan...you..." Even the Star Venerable, sitting on the main seat, had a hint of disbelief and astonishment in his eternally unchanging voice.

Mo Yuan slowly raised his head, his gaze sweeping over every giant present, and said in a hoarse voice, "I have witnessed another kind of order."

"In the academy, education is provided to all without discrimination, and all people can seek the Way."

"Within the military camp, the sword is for protection, not for killing."

"In the imperial court, compassion prevails, and humans and spirits coexist."

“All of this has converged into a single will…” He closed his eyes, a trace of pain appearing on his face. “That will is called ‘Humanity.’ My Heavenly Laws cannot sever it.”

Inside the main hall, there was complete silence.

The sword master, shrouded in overwhelming sword intent, did not utter a disdainful snort. Because from Mo Yuan's description, he seemed to see the prototype of a "guardian sword" that was completely different from the "pure sword" he pursued, yet also possessed extreme power.

The beautiful and elegant flower owner's eyes sparkled with interest, and her face revealed a deep sense of wonder.

"Star Lord." Mo Yuan slowly knelt down before the main seat. "My path was wrong. I am willing to imprison myself on the 'Cliff of Repentance' until I find a new 'principle,' otherwise I will never leave the seclusion."

Having said that, he disregarded the Star Lord's reaction and vanished from the main hall in a flash.

The collapse of a Heavenly Envoy's Dao Heart has an impact far greater than that of a defeat. This means that the lofty, cold, and ruthless order that the Immortal Alliance has always upheld has encountered a challenger in the "wild and untamed land" of the Eastern Region that is capable of completely overturning it.

After a long while, the Star Lord let out a long sigh.

"Reveal my decree."

His voice regained its emotionless majesty, "This matter will be put on hold for now. From this day forward, the Immortal Alliance will seal off the Eastern Region, and no disciple may set foot there without authorization. At the same time, 'Star Gazers' will be dispatched to set up the 'Great Celestial Star Array' outside the Eastern Region to monitor its flow of fortune. No one may act rashly within a hundred years."

This decision has drawn the attention of all the industry giants.

They chose to use time to observe where this nascent, uncertain "order" would ultimately lead.

……

Time flies, and another ten years have passed in the blink of an eye.

These past ten years have been a decade of undercurrents for the entire continent.

The Immortal Alliance's blockade turned the Eastern Region into a "barren land," completely severing its connection with the Central Continent and other regions.

But for the Great Yu Dynasty, these ten years were a golden decade of development.

Without external interference, Li Mengze's Natural Academy has cultivated a new generation of cultivators. The best among them have begun to leave the Great Yu and travel to other parts of the Eastern Region, spreading the concept of "harmony between man and nature".

Li Mengjin's Shanhe Guard had already expanded to a force of 100,000.

Under their iron fist and benevolence, the chaos caused by the resurgence of spiritual energy in the Eastern Region was completely quelled.

Many powerful demons that once wreaked havoc in their regions were either killed or subdued, becoming "mountain gods" of various mountain ranges, responsible for restraining demons and maintaining peace in their areas.

Li Mengyue's Hundred Herbs Palace has become a sacred place of life in the entire Eastern Region. Her footprints have covered every corner of the Eastern Region, healing the wounded and enlightening spirits.

Under her influence, many sects put aside their prejudices against the demon race and began to try to coexist peacefully with those kind-hearted spirits and monsters, and even established mutual assistance alliances.

Under the influence of the Great Yu Dynasty, the entire cultivation world of the Eastern Region has taken on an unprecedented new look, full of inclusiveness and vitality.

During these ten years, the fortunes of the Great Yu Dynasty reached an unprecedented peak.

On this day, the sky above the capital was filled with gathering clouds and wind.

Auspicious golden rays descended from the heavens, and golden lotuses, formed from pure spiritual energy, emerged from the void, spreading throughout the city.

An indescribable, profound Daoist aura enveloped the entire dynasty.

Countless mortals felt refreshed and invigorated at this moment, all their ailments vanished. Countless cultivators felt their bottlenecks loosen and their cultivation advance.

The gates of Tingtao Xiaozhu, which had been closed for ten years, slowly opened.

Li Mengze, Li Mengjin, and Li Mengyue, sensing something amiss, rushed to the outside of the small building, waiting excitedly. A figure then slowly walked out of the courtyard.

That was still the familiar figure in the blue robe, his temperament still as gentle and refined as jade. But at this moment, he seemed to have completely merged with the entire world behind him.

His eyes no longer reflected simple scenery, but the sun, moon, stars, mountains, rivers, grass and trees, lights of thousands of homes, and all kinds of life.

He stood there, as if he were the center of this world, the will of this place.

"Father!" The three siblings knelt down excitedly.

"Get up." Li Pingcan's voice was gentle, yet it carried a strange power that made his words come true, and he gently lifted them up. "Ten years have passed, and you have all done very well."

His gaze swept over the three children, his eyes filled with satisfaction.

With a gentle wave of his hand, he indicated that they didn't need to stand on ceremony, and the family returned to the familiar study of Tingtao Xiaozhu.

As time goes by, another decade or so has passed in the blink of an eye.

The "new order" of the Dayu Dynasty had long been deeply rooted and deeply ingrained in people's hearts.

Under the joint governance of Li Mengze, Li Mengjin, and Li Mengyue, the entire Eastern Region presented an unprecedented harmony and prosperity. Cultivation was no longer the privilege of a few, but became a way for the general public to understand the world and protect their homeland.

During this peaceful period, the three siblings each encountered their own destiny in the mortal world.

Li Mengze married his most prized disciple, a woman of humble origins who possessed an astonishing talent for the Way of Nature.

Soon after, they had a son, whom they named Li Ziran.

From birth, this child has never cried. His eyes are crystal clear, and he always loves to quietly watch the plants in the courtyard wither and flourish, as if he can see the ultimate truth of the universe in them.

During a border patrol and campaign to wipe out the remnants of the Demon Ruins, Li Mengjin develops feelings for a female general who is also from the Mountain and River Guard and has a resolute and courageous character.

Their marriage was hailed as a "covenant of mountains and rivers." They had one son, named Li Weishan.

This child was born with strong bones and great strength. He especially loved being close to the earth and often ran barefoot in the mud. As long as his feet touched the ground, he seemed to have endless energy.

Li Mengyue gave birth to a daughter with the royal family, named Li Lingxi. This girl was born with the ability to communicate with all kinds of spirits and creatures. A single tear could bring withered trees back to life, and a laugh could cause a hundred flowers to bloom. She was an auspicious omen walking among humans.

On this day, which was the first birthday of his three children, Li Pingcan summoned all his children and grandchildren to the Lingshan Cave.

The earth's vein dragon slumbers beneath the roots of the ancient tree, each breath drawing upon the immense power of the earth; a vast celestial lake encircles the ancient tree, where the Black Tortoise and the Azure Dragon frolic, radiating boundless vitality; and the illusory image of the nine-story "Tower of All Beings" floats quietly atop the ancient tree, casting down countless rays of auspicious and peaceful light.

"Today, I will bestow upon you the most fundamental inheritance of the Li family."

Li Pingcan's gentle voice rang out. He looked at his three grandchildren, held in their parents' arms, their eyes filled with love as they curiously observed this wondrous world.

He didn't use any earth-shattering supernatural powers; he simply slowly extended his right hand and gently made a seal.

"Buzz!"

The entire ancient tree overhead seemed to come alive, with its millions of leaves trembling in unison, emitting a harmonious sound like the chanting of the Great Dao.

Three crystal-clear drops slowly seeped from the tree trunk and floated in Li Pingcan's palm.

This is no ordinary tree sap, but rather "Druidic blood," a condensation of Li Pingchan's own Dao and the very lifeblood of the entire dynasty.

“Naturally,” Li Pingcan first looked at his eldest grandson Li Ziran, “you are naturally fond of quiet and close to plants and trees, so I will use the blood of ‘inheritance’ to awaken your wisdom.”

He flicked his finger, and a drop of druid blood flew out silently, tracing an arcane path in mid-air before gently merging into Li Ziran's brow.

In an instant, a wondrous scene appeared in Li Ziran's originally clear eyes: countless plants taking root and sprouting, and the four seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter changing.

With his laughter, a patch of lush green grass appeared out of nowhere beneath him, and soon bloomed into clusters of fragrant white flowers.

Above the Heavenly Lake in the center of the temple, the "Mysterious Water Immortal Lotus" shone even brighter, as if echoing the newborn bloodline.

Then, Li Pingcan's gaze fell on his second grandson, Li Weishan.

“Wei Shan, you were born close to the earth and have extraordinary strength. I will use the blood of ‘guardian’ to build a solid foundation for you.”

The second drop of Druid blood shot out like a small meteor, plunging directly into Li Weishan's chest.

"Roar!"

A deep, majestic dragon roar did not come from Li Weishan's mouth, but from the depths of the earth vein dragon's soul sleeping beneath the ancient tree.

Li Weishan felt a warm current spread throughout his body. He couldn't help but wave his little fist, and the ground beneath his feet trembled slightly. Strands of earth-yellow essence flowed into his body, filling his small body with a rock-like sense of power.

Finally, Li Pingcan looked at his granddaughter Li Lingxi, who was as beautiful as an elf, and his eyes softened.

“Lingxi, you are pure of heart and love all things. I will use the blood of ‘symbiosis’ to light up your spiritual connection.”

The third drop of Druid's blood transformed into a gentle rain of light the moment it flew out, completely enveloping Li Lingxi's small body.

In the rain of light, Li Lingxi felt as if she were in a warm embrace. The Azure Dragon and Black Tortoise in the Heavenly Lake simultaneously poked their heads out and let out joyful cries towards her.

The countless spirits of the Hundred Herbs Palace, no matter where they were, felt something at this moment and offered their purest blessings towards the capital.

Li Lingxi stretched out her small hand, and strands of moon-white light, gathered from blessings, condensed at her fingertips into a lifelike butterfly of light, which danced gracefully.

Li Pingcan's Dao was perfectly passed down to the third generation through these three drops of primordial blood.

This is not about forcibly instilling power, but about planting a seed in each of their individual talents that can resonate with the entire "Human Path".

Seeing their children receive their grandfather's blessing and witness such amazing phenomena, Li Mengze and his two siblings were filled with pride and joy as parents.

Li Pingcan slowly withdrew his hand, his gaze seemingly piercing through the barriers of the Daoist temple, looking towards the Eastern Region beyond which the Immortal Alliance had set up the "Zhou Tian Xing Dou Grand Array" for surveillance, his eyes becoming incredibly profound.

The Immortal Alliance's "shelving" is not true peace.

Once they understand the true potential of the "human order" they have established, the next thing to come will be a thunderous blow from the old order to the new order.

But now, he has enough time and enough successors.

The torch has already been passed on.

(End of this chapter)