The Longevity Family: Starting from the Foundation Establishment Ancestor

Three days after the Bloodstained Forbidden Land was closed, in the Han family council hall.

Han Mu sat in the main seat, with Han Changqing, Han Bai, Doctor Mo, and Han Yunge, Han Li, and others who had just returned below him. The atmosphere in the hall was solemn, and everyone's expressions varied.

"Yun Ge, tell me in detail what's happening inside the forbidden area," Han Mu said gently.

Han Yunge stood up and recounted her experiences from entering the forbidden area to leaving, including meeting Han Li, encountering the demonic siege, joining forces with Nangong Wan, picking the Seven-Colored Lotus, and fighting the Azure Scale Python. She was already quite eloquent, and her narration was clear and concise, highlighting the key points, which made the audience sometimes tense and sometimes amazed.

Upon hearing that Han Li, with only early Foundation Establishment cultivation, had trapped a late-stage third-tier demonic beast, Han Changqing couldn't help but exclaim in admiration, "Young Master Han Li, you're quite skilled!"

Han Li humbly replied, "It was just luck. If Senior Han Bai hadn't arrived in time, we would probably have been devoured by the snake."

Han Mu waved his hand: "No need to be so modest. The Han family will remember your kindness in stepping forward to protect my Han family members in this time of crisis."

As he spoke, Han Mu looked at Han Li and said, "Han Li, I know you have no foundation in Huangfeng Valley. Would you be willing to formally join my Han family and serve as a guest elder? The Han family will certainly not treat you unfairly."

Han Li had long intended to join the Han family, and immediately stood up and bowed, saying, "Han Li wishes to join the Han family. Thank you, Patriarch, for accepting me."

"Good!" Han Mu laughed. "From today onwards, you will be a guest elder of the Han family, enjoying the family's support, and you will have free access to the first floor of the Scripture Pavilion. You will receive three hundred spirit stones every month. If you make contributions to the family, you will receive additional rewards."

"Thank you, Patriarch." Han Li felt reassured. With the Han family as his backer, he could finally establish himself in the cultivation world of Yue Kingdom. Moreover, the Han family had indeed treated him well, not only saving his life but also providing him with such generous treatment.

"Sit down." Han Mu gestured for Han Li to sit down, then looked at everyone. "There is another matter we have gathered here today to discuss."

Everyone's expressions turned serious, knowing that the main topic was about to be discussed.

Han Mu slowly said, "My Han family has existed for over three hundred years since its founding by our ancestors. Today, the family has sixty-five Foundation Establishment cultivators, three Core Formation cultivators, and even alchemy geniuses like Yun Ge and rising stars like Han Li. Our strength is no less than that of some small and medium-sized sects in the Yue Kingdom."

"Therefore, I have decided that after March, I will officially establish the clan 'Chang Sheng Han Family', to establish a sect and proclaim it to the south."

Upon hearing this, the hall fell silent for a moment, then erupted in uproar.

"Father, shouldn't we reconsider this matter?" Han Changqing frowned. "Establishing a clan is no small matter and will inevitably attract attention from all sides. Although our Han family is not weak, we are still quite far behind the six major factions of Yue. If we rashly establish a clan, we may arouse jealousy."

Doctor Mo also said, "Patriarch, Changqing is right. Establishing a clan means occupying a spiritual vein, setting up a sect, and recruiting disciples. This will affect the interests of other forces, especially the surrounding cultivation families and rogue cultivator alliances, who will probably not stand idly by."

Han Yunge's eyes lit up: "Grandpa, I think it's a good idea! With you in charge, Elder Han Bai and Elder Han Qing both at the Core Formation stage, plus a promising guest elder like Han Li, our Han family is fully qualified to establish itself as a clan. At worst, we'll just beat anyone who disagrees to submission!"

Han Li smiled wryly upon hearing this. This young lady of the Han family was indeed domineering, but one could not establish oneself in the cultivation world solely through fighting and killing.

Han Mu glanced at Han Yunge, a hint of a smile flashing in his eyes, then looked at Han Changqing and Doctor Mo: "I understand your concerns. But the Han family needs to develop; we can't remain confined to this corner forever. Yanling Fortress is good, but it's ultimately just a small place with limited spiritual energy, making it difficult to support more clansmen in their cultivation."

"Moreover..." Han Mu paused, "The invasion of the demonic path is imminent, and the Yue Kingdom will be in chaos. If we do not establish a firm foothold before the chaos erupts, the Han family may not even be able to preserve its current foundation."

"A demonic invasion?" Han Changqing's expression changed. "Father, is this true?"

Han Mu nodded: "I received news that the six major sects of the demonic path have gathered at the border and will definitely invade Yue Kingdom within a year at most. The seven sects have begun to prepare for evacuation, but it has not been made public yet."

Everyone gasped. The invasion of the demonic path was a war that would engulf the entire southern region, and countless sects and families would be wiped out.

"Therefore, the Han family must have the power to protect itself before the chaos arrives," Han Mu said in a deep voice. "Establishing the clan is only the first step. Next, I will build a mountain gate in the Qingxu Mountains, three hundred miles outside Yanling Fortress, and set up a protective array. That place was originally the ruins of an ancient sect. Although the spiritual veins were damaged, the foundation is still there. With a little repair, it will become a superior spiritual vein."

"The Qingxu Mountains?" Doctor Mo mused. "It's close to Huangfeng Valley and far from the main direction of the demonic invasion, making it suitable for establishing a mountain gate. However, the Qingxu Mountains are currently occupied by three cultivation families. Will they willingly relinquish them?"

"Whether they give in or not is not up to them," Han Mu said calmly. "I've already sent Han Qing to 'talk' with them. Those willing to join the Han family can retain some power. Those unwilling can leave on their own; the Han family won't stop them. If they remain obstinate..."

Han Mu didn't finish his sentence, but everyone understood what he meant.

In the world of cultivation, the strong are respected. The Han family currently has three Core Formation cultivators, so dealing with several families that only have Foundation Establishment cultivators is a piece of cake.

"The patriarch is a man of great foresight," said Doctor Mo, bowing. "In that case, I support the establishment of the clan."

Han Changqing nodded, "Since Father has made arrangements, I will naturally comply."

"Alright." Han Mu stood up. "Then it's settled. Changqing, you'll be in charge of preparing for the founding ceremony, sending out invitations to all factions and families in Yue Kingdom. Yunge, you'll be in charge of pill refining. The founding ceremony will require a large quantity of pills, so make sure you have them all ready within three months. Doctor Mo, you'll assist Yunge."

"Han Bai, you will stay in the family to prevent troublemakers. Han Li, you have just joined the family, so familiarize yourself with the environment first. You can go to the Scripture Pavilion to choose a cultivation technique and improve your strength as soon as possible."

Everyone responded in unison.

Han Mu then looked at Han Yunge: "Yunge, you performed well in the Crimson Forbidden Land this time, this is a reward."

As he spoke, Han Mu waved his hand, and a jade bottle flew towards Han Yunge.

Han Yunge took it, opened it, and exclaimed in surprise, "A Golden Core!"

Inside the jade bottle, three golden pills, each the size of a longan, lay quietly, emitting an alluring fragrance.

"These are three Golden Core Pills, which can increase your success rate in forming your Golden Core by 30%," Han Mu said. "You are already at the peak of Foundation Establishment. Prepare well, and you can try forming your Golden Core after the Clan Establishment Ceremony."

"Thank you so much, Grandpa!" Han Yunge was overjoyed. With the Golden Core Pill, her chances of forming her own Golden Core had greatly increased.

A hint of envy flashed in Han Li's eyes. The Golden Condensation Pill was an essential elixir for Core Formation, priceless and unavailable. The Han family casually produced three, demonstrating their profound resources.

"Han Li." Han Mu looked at Han Li, "Now that you've joined the Han family, I won't treat you unfairly. This is a bottle of 'Purple Sun Pills,' which can help you improve your cultivation. In addition, there's a Foundation Establishment chapter of the 'Azure Origin Sword Manual' in the Scripture Pavilion; you can study it. If you can master it, it will greatly benefit your Core Formation."

Han Li took the jade bottle and was shocked to hear the name "Qingyuan Sword Manual". The Qingyuan Sword Manual was one of the treasured techniques of Huangfeng Valley. The Han family actually possessed it? It seemed that the Han family was more powerful than he had imagined.

"Thank you, Patriarch." Han Li bowed solemnly.

"Go and prepare." Han Mu waved his hand. "Three months from now, I will make the name of the 'Eternal Han Family' resound throughout the south."

After everyone left, Han Mu stood alone in the council hall, gazing out the window.

"System, check the current status."

[Host: Han Mu]

[Cultivation Level: Peak True Nascent Soul Stage / Mid-Stage Core Formation Stage]

[Cultivation Techniques: Fifth level (peak) of the Primordial Longevity Technique, Fourth level of the Heaven-Gathering Divine Technique, and the Nine Revolutions Undying Body (not yet cultivated)]

[Supernatural Abilities: Lesser Five Elements Sword Formation, Primordial Chaos Qi, Heaven-Gathering Technique]

[Avatars: Han Bai (Peak Core Formation), Han Qing (Mid-Core Formation)]

[Family: Han Family]

Family members: 4723

Foundation Establishment cultivators: 68

Core Formation cultivators: 3

Nascent Soul cultivator: 1 person

[Special Buildings: Spirit Eye Spring, Heart Refining Tower]

[Family Talent: Bloodline Resonance]

[Contribution Points: 550]

Main Quest: Establish the Changsheng Han Family (In Progress)

[Mission Requirements: Successfully hold the Clan Establishment Ceremony and gain recognition from the cultivation community of Yue Kingdom]

[Task Rewards: Cultivation Enhancement (Peak Nascent Soul → Early Deity Transformation Stage), Family Talent "Qi Protection", Special Building "Enlightenment Stele"]

"Early stage of Nascent Soul..." A hint of anticipation flashed in Han Mu's eyes. Once he broke through to the Nascent Soul stage, he would truly stand at the pinnacle of the mortal realm. At that time, even if the demonic path invaded, he would have no fear.

"However, the founding ceremony won't go so smoothly." Han Mu's lips curled slightly. "The six sects of Yue Kingdom won't just stand by and watch a new power rise, and the surrounding cultivation families will be envious. There's also the demonic path, who might take the opportunity to cause trouble."

"Perfect opportunity. Let's use this chance to let some people know that the Han family is not to be trifled with."

With a thought, Han Mu contacted Han Qing, who was in the Qingxu Mountains.

"Han Qing, how did the negotiations with those three companies go?"

"My Lord, the Liu and Wang families have agreed to merge into the Han family, but the Li family refuses and has even spoken rudely."

"Oh? So disrespectful?" A cold glint flashed in Han Mu's eyes. "Since you refuse, then there's no need for you to exist. You handle this, and do it cleanly. Remember, don't reveal your true strength; just appear to be at the mid-stage of Core Formation."

"clear."

After ending the initial contact, Han Mu contacted Han Bai again.

"Han Bai, go to Yellow Maple Valley and meet with Patriarch Linghu. Tell him that the Han family needs Yellow Maple Valley's support to establish itself as a clan. In return, the Han family can shelter some Yellow Maple Valley disciples during a demonic invasion."

"Yes."

Having arranged everything, Han Mu walked out of the council hall and looked into the distance.

"The Han family of Changsheng...this is just the beginning."

……

Qingxu Mountain Range, Li Family.

"What Han family? They're nothing but nouveau riche, daring to covet the Qingxu Mountains?" Li Xiong, the head of the Li family and a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, sneered. "My Li family has been rooted here for two hundred years. Do you think he can just give it up like that?"

Below, the elders of the Li family exchanged bewildered glances. One elder hesitated and said, "Patriarch, I've heard that the Han family has three Core Formation cultivators, and Han Mu is even in the mid-Core Formation stage. Our Li family only has you in the late-Foundation Establishment stage, I'm afraid..."

"So what if he's a Core Formation cultivator?" Li Xiong scoffed. "I've already contacted the Spirit Beast Mountain, one of the six sects of Yue Kingdom, and they've agreed to send someone to mediate. With the Spirit Beast Mountain here, would the Han family dare to touch my Li family?"

No sooner had the words left his mouth than a cold voice rang out in the hall.

"Spirit Beast Mountain? Is that so great?"

Everyone was startled and looked up to see a middle-aged man in green robes standing in the hall with his hands behind his back. It was Han Qing.

"Who are you? How dare you trespass into my Li family's home!" Li Xiong roared in anger.

"Han Qing of the Han family," Han Qing said calmly, "I've come on the orders of the family head to ask the Li family one last time: are you willing to merge into the Han family?"

"Merge into the Han family? Dream on!" Li Xiong slammed his fist on the table and stood up. "My Li family will never bow down to nouveau riche like you!"

"Then there's nothing to discuss." Han Qing shook his head. "In that case, the Li family has no reason to exist anymore."

"Arrogant!" Li Xiong roared, patting the spirit beast pouch at his waist. A black-striped leopard at the early stage of the third rank roared out and pounced on Han Qing.

At the same time, Li Xiong unleashed a crimson flying sword and slashed at Han Qing.

"A mere trick." Han Qing didn't even look at it, pointing with one finger.

"puff!"

The black-striped leopard's head exploded, and its massive body crashed to the ground. The crimson flying sword was also blocked by an invisible barrier when it was three feet away from Han Qing, unable to advance any further.

"A Core Formation cultivator!" Li Xiong's face turned deathly pale.

"It's too late to know now," Han Qing pointed again.

Before Li Xiong could even let out a scream, he turned into a cloud of blood mist.

"Patriarch!" the elders exclaimed, kneeling down and begging for mercy.

"Senior, spare our lives! We surrender, we surrender!"

Han Qing glanced at them: "Since you are willing to surrender, pack your things and leave Qingxu Mountain Range within three days. The Li family's properties will be taken over by the Han family."

"Yes, yes..."

A cold glint flashed in Han Qing's eyes as he looked at the Li family elders kneeling on the ground.

"Spirit Beast Mountain? I'd like to see if you dare to make an enemy of the Han family for the sake of the Li family."