I established the Eternal Immortal Clan by taming beasts.

At this moment, Qin Yulin's face had turned slightly pale above Shattered Star Lake.

Fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

The hand holding the array flag began to tremble slightly, a sign that his spiritual energy had been pushed to its limit.

To control the Ascending Dragon Formation and advance the spiritual veins, at least three Golden Core cultivators should be stationed at the three key points of the formation to jointly guide the raging spiritual energy.

But she was all alone at that moment.

One person controls the overall situation, while the other fights against the immense power of heaven and earth capable of tearing mountains apart.

But she did not ask for help.

To demonstrate her abilities, she made a boastful promise, which she now absolutely has to grit her teeth and persevere with.

Besides... she hasn't reached her limit yet.

His eyes narrowed, and he gritted his teeth!

"Four Spirit Cores, each guarding one of the four directions, fall!"

Four elemental spirit cores exploded simultaneously!

That was not an ordinary shattering, but rather the release of the power accumulated over thousands of years by the spiritual objects that sealed the origin of the four elements!

The core of the Eastern Green Wood transformed into a stream of emerald light like a green dragon; the core of the Southern Fire transformed into a crimson flame like a vermilion bird; the core of the Western Metal transformed into a sharp, white blade like a white tiger; and the core of the Northern Water transformed into a deep blue light like a black tortoise.

Four colors of light flowed down in all directions!

"boom--!!!"

A deafening roar, like a muffled thunderclap, exploded between heaven and earth!

That wasn't thunder, but the roar of a dragon from the depths of the earth!

The ancient spiritual vein, dormant for millennia, has finally awakened completely at this moment!

The lake surface suddenly exploded!

A beam of spiritual energy, as thick as a water bucket, shot into the sky from the center of the lake, piercing straight into the clouds!

The beam of light had a faint golden hue, within which countless fine spiritual patterns could be faintly seen flowing.

Like a true ancient dragon, breaking free from its thousand-year-old constraints, it raised its head to the sky and let out a long roar that shook the heavens!

The violent shockwave swept outwards in all directions from the center of the lake!

The lake surface was churned up with towering waves, and the willow trees on the shore were pressed to the ground. Even Lin Che had to squint his eyes slightly and use his inner energy to stabilize himself.

At the same time, he waved his hand, raising a barrier to protect everyone.

Qin Yulin was thrown back several feet by the impact, his flying sword shaking violently, almost losing his balance.

But she clenched her teeth tightly.

Her hands moved swiftly, forming hand seals, and control array patterns shot out from her fingertips like invisible chains, binding the raging golden beam of light.

She will use her own strength to guide the power that is capable of tearing the heavens and earth, and slowly inject it into the core of the spiritual vein of Shattered Star Lake along the predetermined trajectory!

Stay calm... stay calm...

She silently recited it in her heart, but her actions were without the slightest hesitation.

Most importantly, it's the facial expression.

She couldn't show weakness.

In any case, the demeanor of a master must not be lost.

So, what everyone saw was this scene—

Golden light shot into the sky, the lake surface exploded, and the world changed color.

The petite figure stood beside the raging pillar of spiritual energy, her face showing no fear, her gaze deep and focused.

Her hands moved with fluid grace, as if the power capable of destroying the world was merely a toy in her palm.

That was the posture of a formation master battling against heaven and earth.

Lin Xuanqing, standing on the shore, involuntarily took a step forward.

She gazed at the golden light, and at the faintly visible image of the Rising Dragon Formation within it.

Watching that petite figure calmly control everything amidst the raging spiritual energy and the power that could tear an ordinary late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator to shreds.

At that moment, her heart skipped a beat.

So that's what array masters are like.

From a young age, she was interested in formations, but it was more out of curiosity, research, and the "interesting" nature of the formation patterns.

Only now did she truly understand what a formation master was!

A formation master is someone who dares to gamble with the heavens and earth.

They are the ones who govern all things and change the celestial phenomena.

She gazed at that figure, her eyes blazing with a light she had never seen before.

"One day, I will be like that too."

"As a formation master, I will wield formations, alter celestial phenomena, and become the Lin family's strongest support!"

……

The beam of light lasted for the duration of an incense stick burning.

As the last wisp of golden spiritual energy sank to the bottom of the lake, the pillar of light that shot into the sky finally dissipated slowly.

The sky cleared up, and the lake returned to calm.

No, it's not "peaceful".

The lake water was clearer and deeper than before; at a glance, it seemed as if one could see the newly grown spiritual veins on the bottom of the lake.

The spiritual plants on the shore were already lush and verdant, but now the spiritual light on their leaves was even more intense, as if they had been nourished by a sweet rain. Each leaf shimmered with a warm luster in the sunlight.

The most obvious change is the spiritual energy.

Everyone felt it.

The ground beneath my feet, the air I breathe, even the wind brushing against my face—everything feels different.

It was a kind of spiritual energy that emanated from the depths of one's bones, making one feel completely comfortable.

One inhale and you'll feel refreshed;

With another inhale, the circulation of spiritual energy within the body seemed to speed up.

That was a unique aura belonging to a third-tier spiritual vein, which no second-tier spiritual vein could ever match.

"It's done."

Qin Yulin's voice rang out.

Slightly tired, yet with an irrepressible air of pride.

She struggled to control the wobbly, icy blue flying sword, slowly descending towards the shore.

However, as soon as his feet touched the ground, his legs went weak and he fell forward.

Lin Xuanqing reacted quickly and caught her.

"Master Qin!"

Qin Yulin coughed awkwardly and waved his hand to indicate that he was fine.

Then, she raised her head and struck her signature "array master" pose.

"I have fulfilled my mission." She raised her chin at Lin Che, her tone full of pride.

"The Shattered Star Lake spiritual vein has officially advanced to the third tier, starting today. How about it, Patriarch Lin? Was that 500,000 spirit stones well spent?"

Lin Che looked at her.

Even though he could barely stand and his face was pale from exhaustion, he still forced himself to put on a "I'm amazing, aren't I?" attitude.

He looked just like a kitten with its fur standing on end but refusing to admit defeat.

A slight smile appeared on his lips.

He personally set up this formation, so he naturally knows the characteristics of the Rising Dragon Formation best.

To upgrade a spiritual vein, a significant adjustment to the formation is required, which is no less difficult than rearranging it.

Logically, at least three Golden Core cultivators are needed to guard the three main array points to ensure absolute safety.

Qin Yulin didn't mention it.

Lin Che didn't say anything.

He intended to test this little guy, wanting to see just how much strength he possessed.

And now, he knows.

"Not unjust."

Lin Che nodded earnestly, his tone sincere: "Master Qin, you've worked hard. Please get some rest now."

Qin Yulin wanted to say a few more defiant words.

But as soon as the words were on the tip of his tongue, his eyelids started to droop.

The lingering effects of overdrawing one's spiritual energy surged forth like a flash flood, utterly unstoppable.

She yawned widely and mumbled indistinctly, "Then remember to prepare the spiritual food..."

Then her head tilted to the side, resting on Lin Xuanqing's shoulder, and she fell asleep.

As she slept, a hint of a smug smile lingered on her face. Her breathing was even and deep, and she curled up like a kitten.

Lin Xuanqing stood frozen in place, supporting the array master who had just been commanding the wind and rain but was now fast asleep, feeling somewhat at a loss.

She looked up at her father.

Lin Che watched that scene and finally couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"Take her to the guest room to rest." He paused, his gaze lingering on his daughter's face for a moment.

"From today onwards, you will be responsible for all of Master Qin's needs at the Lin family. Make sure you spend as much time with her as possible!"

Lin Xuanqing was slightly taken aback, then understood his father's meaning.

She looked down at Qin Yulin, who was sleeping soundly with his head resting on her shoulder.

"Yes, I understand."

Sunlight bathed the Shattered Star Lake.

The lake water shimmered, and the air was filled with a misty, ethereal atmosphere.

The lush spiritual plants on the shore swayed gently in the breeze, the spiritual fish on the water regained their leisure, and the armored alligator snapping turtles withdrew their heads.

The Lin family members stood on the shore, gazing at the newly renovated ancestral land, their hearts filled with boundless emotion and anticipation.

A new era for the Lin family is about to begin!