I established the Eternal Immortal Clan by taming beasts.

Chuyang City, the newly built second floor of Baiweizhai.

Two laymen sat facing each other, drinking in the window seats.

"Have you heard? Chuyang City is going to establish a garrison. What do you think? Are you interested?" The older rogue cultivator picked up a piece of braised pork, stuffed it into his mouth, and said indistinctly.

"The garrison?" The young rogue cultivator frowned.

"That would mean fighting a beast tide to the death, I'm not doing that!"

"That's not how you say it."

The older rogue cultivator put down his chopsticks and said seriously, "That's great treatment! There are extra rewards for meritorious service. It's much better than us struggling as rogue demon hunters, not knowing whether we'll live or die tomorrow!"

The young rogue cultivator pursed his lips but did not refute.

During this period, there are two hottest topics in the entire Chuyang City area.

Firstly, someone in the Lin family awakened the sword body, and the extraordinary phenomenon of ten thousand swords converging on the same source is still talked about today.

Secondly, there was the establishment of the Chuyang City garrison.

People were talking about it everywhere, in the streets and alleys, in teahouses and restaurants.

The notice board in front of the mission hall is always surrounded by people, who are envious of the generous benefits.

All the major families also received the news.

But they didn't move.

Everyone is waiting.

Waiting for the Lin family to speak.

Lin Family's Broken Star Lake Territory, West District Reception Hall.

Deputy City Chief Zhang Mo sat upright in the guest seat, the spiritual tea in the teacup in front of him had already gone cold, but he didn't bother to drink it.

His gaze fell on the man in the main seat, awaiting his reply.

Lin Che sat in the main seat, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest, his expression calm.

"Patriarch Lin, what do you think..." Zhang Mo tentatively began.

The formation of a garrison force is part of the city lord's plan.

However, the Lin family is indispensable for the smooth implementation of this plan.

In today's Chuyang City, the Lin family's influence has permeated every aspect of life.

Without the support of the Lin family, the major clans would not buy it, and the independent cultivators would also hesitate and observe.

Lin Che remained silent for a moment.

He certainly knew what the city lord's mansion was planning.

Just now, Zhang Mo had explained to him in detail the city lord's plan to defend against the enemy.

That was a complete defense system.

The garrison troops are the most crucial link in this system.

But Lin Che knew something else even better.

Looking back over the years, from top to bottom, among all the officials in the City Lord's Mansion, who has truly put their heart into building Chuyang City?

No.

They came here to take up their posts just to make a quick buck and leave.

When the beast tide arrives, if Chuyang City is lost, they will probably run away without even fighting.

Lin Che didn't trust this group of people.

Therefore, he must control this garrison.

"I am aware of this matter."

Lin Che spoke, looking at Zhang Mo: "Establishing the Chuyang City garrison is not only the responsibility of the City Lord's Mansion, but also our responsibility. The Lin family has an inescapable duty to do so."

Zhang Mo's eyes lit up.

"I'll handle the arrangements and coordination for each party."

Lin Che continued, "Afterwards, I will also arrange for members of the Lin family to serve in the garrison."

Zhang Mo let out a long sigh of relief, a smile of relief appearing on his face.

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Master Lin!"

He rose and bowed, saying, "I will take my leave now, so as not to disturb Master Lin's cultivation any longer."

Lin Che nodded slightly and watched him leave.

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After seeing Zhang Mo off, Lin Che didn't linger and went straight back to the island in the middle of the lake.

Half an hour later, the Lin family gathered in the living room.

Lin Che sat at the head of the table, his gaze slowly sweeping over everyone present.

Wang Lingsu, Liu Qingxue, Su Wanwan, and several sons who have already reached the Foundation Establishment stage.

Lin Xuanqing, Lin Xuanjing, and the other children were also seated on the side, quietly sitting in the back row.

"You all know about the City Lord's Mansion's plans to establish a garrison, right?"

Lin Che got straight to the point.

Lin Xuanqi, sitting in the seat on the left, nodded.

After successfully establishing his foundation, he also gained the right to freely enter and leave the clan's territory.

During this period, he had been in Chuyang City to learn about his family's businesses and had naturally heard a lot about the garrison.

Lin Xuanjing, full of curiosity, leaned closer and asked, "Father, is our Lin family also participating in this garrison?"

Wang Lingsu and the others also looked at Lin Che, waiting for his answer.

Lin Che nodded slightly.

"That's right, someone from the City Lord's Mansion just came to discuss this matter with me."

He paused, his gaze becoming serious.

"Our Lin family will not only participate, but also take control of the narrative surrounding this garrison."

Upon hearing this, everyone was startled.

Lin Che gradually became serious:

"This matter is extremely crucial. Whether our Lin family can truly establish itself here and withstand the beast tide decades from now is the real test. The City Lord's Mansion... cannot be relied upon."

He didn't say it explicitly, but everyone understood the reason.

"We must rely on ourselves."

Lin Che's gaze swept over everyone present: "A qualified garrison that can be used by us and stand up when facing a beast tide is the true guarantee for our Lin family."

The expressions on everyone's faces turned serious at this moment.

Although no one has personally experienced a beast tide, cultivators born in the Southern Region are all aware of its terrifying nature.

The overwhelming torrent of demonic beasts, their sheer number enough to engulf everything, their despair-inducing onslaught—just hearing about them from elders was enough to send shivers down one's spine.

Especially those of them who are based in Chuyang City.

This place can be considered the front line of the beast tide.

They were even directly exposed to the beast tide.

Fortunately, the site chosen for the development of Chuyang City was on the easternmost side of the Fulong Mountains, and even on the easternmost side of Tingfeng Pass, a very remote location.

Otherwise, facing the main force of the beast tide directly outside this pass, there would be no possibility of defense at all.

Even so, the impending beast tide is a catastrophic crisis.

A truly reliable garrison is indeed crucial.

Lin Che watched as the children's expressions grew increasingly serious, then his gaze fell on Lin Xuanjing.

"Xuan Jing, I intend to put you in charge of this matter."

Lin Xuanjing was taken aback, then sat up straight.

"The City Lord's Mansion gave us the position of deputy general, intending for us to coordinate the various cultivators within the Chuyang City territory to join the garrison."

Lin Che looked at him solemnly: "Your task is to manage them well, to unify your forces so that the garrison can be used for our purposes!"

Lin Xuanjing immediately stood up, clasped his hands in a salute, and all the playful expression on his face disappeared, leaving only a serious look:

"Father, rest assured, I guarantee I will complete the mission!"

Lin Che nodded slightly, then turned his gaze to his third son, Lin Xuanfeng.

"Xuanfeng, from now on you will be in charge of the family's defense. Our Lin family also needs to cultivate its own defense force."

Previously, the family had no money in its accounts, and the Lin family members mainly focused on cultivation.

Now that the Chamber of Commerce has been established and spirit stones are becoming abundant, it is time to start planning for this private army that belongs exclusively to the Lin family.

Lin Che looked at Liu Qingxue: "Qingxue, please take care of this matter. If there's anything, just leave it to Xuanfeng to handle."

Liu Qingxue nodded in acceptance. Her cool and aloof face showed no extra expression, but the seriousness in her eyes said it all.

Lin Che then looked at his eldest son, Lin Xuanqi.

"Xuanqi, from now on you will be your mother's deputy, helping her to take on various management tasks of the family, such as the operation of the Chamber of Commerce, the production of the Spirit Herb Valley, and the communication with the various vassal families. You will gradually take over these responsibilities."

Lin Xuanqi nodded, his round face full of solemnity: "Okay."

The other children were also looking at their father with expectant eyes.

Lin Che's gaze swept over them, his tone gentle yet authoritative:

"Your task is to cultivate and establish your foundation; that's what you should be thinking about right now."

Although Lin Xuanqing, Lin Xuandong, and Lin Xuanjing were somewhat disappointed, they understood that their father was right.

They haven't reached the Foundation Establishment stage yet, so they really can't be of much help in the face of the upcoming major event.

Lin Xuanqing nodded and said softly, "I understand."

Lin Xuandong scratched his head and chuckled, "Then I'll continue cultivating!"

Lin Xuanjing didn't speak, but nodded quietly. Her clear eyes revealed a stubbornness that refused to admit defeat.

Looking at the group of children, Lin Che felt a complex mix of emotions welling up inside him.

There was relief, anticipation, and also a hint of worry.

The beast tide is still decades away.

But decades are but a blink of an eye for cultivators.

He didn't know what kind of test the Lin family would face when that catastrophe struck.

But he knew that from now on, every bit of preparation would increase his chances of success in the future.

After arranging things for everyone, Lin Che began to consider the issue of spirit beasts.

Currently, there is still a shortage of spirit beast species being cultivated for children or for the future of families.

It's time to find a way to import more...