The Longevity Family: Starting from the Foundation Establishment Ancestor

Three years have passed in the blink of an eye.

Over the past three years, the situation in the cultivation world of Tiannan has become increasingly tense. The Righteous Alliance and the Demonic Alliance have clashed dozens of times at the border, resulting in casualties on both sides, and the conflict has become irreconcilable.

Ultimately, after the fall of a Nascent Soul cultivator, a full-scale war broke out.

The Righteous Alliance, led by the Hidden Moon Sect, the Pure Void Sect, and the Yellow Maple Valley, and the Demonic Alliance, led by the Heavenly Demon Sect, the Heavenly Fiend Sect, and the Ghost Spirit Sect, set up their forces in the "Heavenly Ridge Mountains" and launched a major battle that lasted for several months.

More than 100,000 cultivators participated in the battle, including hundreds of Core Formation cultivators and dozens of Nascent Soul cultivators, making it the largest battle between good and evil in Tiannan in a thousand years.

During this great battle, the Han family remained unusually low-key. They closed off the Qingxu Mountains and all clansmen devoted themselves to cultivation, as if everything outside was irrelevant to them.

"Father, are we really not going to get involved?" Han Changqing asked Han Mu, standing in the main hall. For the past three years, Han Mu had entrusted him with all the family affairs, while he himself had been in seclusion deep within the forbidden area, rarely showing his face.

"Participate?" Han Mu's voice came from the jade throne, carrying a hint of profundity. "Changqing, which side do you think we should help?"

"Naturally, it's the Righteous Alliance." Han Changqing replied without hesitation. "Although my Han family is independent, we ultimately belong to the righteous path. Moreover, the demonic path is our enemy. If the demonic path gains power, my Han family will be in danger."

"With me here, the Han family will be fine," Han Mu said calmly. "But you're right, we should indeed help the righteous path. But not now."

"What Father means is..."

"When the snipe and the clam fight, the fisherman benefits." A glint of light flashed in Han Mu's eyes. "Let them fight, the fiercer the better. When both sides are severely weakened, we'll step in to clean up the mess. At that time, my Han family can rise to power and become the true overlord of Tiannan."

Han Changqing felt a chill run down his spine. He finally understood his father's ambition: not just to secure a small corner of the country, but to conquer the entire Tiannan region!

"But Father, if the Righteous Alliance is defeated, the Demonic Path will be too powerful, and we may not be able to remain unscathed."

"Don't worry, the demonic path can't win," Han Mu said confidently. "The Nascent Soul ancestor of the Heavenly Demon Sect won't make a move; that's the rule. And with Senior Xiang Zhili secretly protecting the Righteous Path Alliance, they won't lose. What we need to do is make a move at the crucial moment, both to do the Righteous Path a favor and to gain the greatest benefit."

"I understand, son." Han Changqing took a deep breath. "Then what do we do now..."

"Continue to seal off the mountain and observe the situation." Han Mu stood up, walked outside the hall, and looked at the distant sky. "However, we can't do nothing. Send Han Bai and Han Qing out secretly to gather intelligence on the battle situation, and at the same time keep an eye on the smaller forces that have been damaged in the war. If there is an opportunity, we can secretly recruit them."

"yes!"

Han Changqing accepted the order and left.

Han Mu took a step and disappeared from the spot. The next moment, he appeared outside Yellow Maple Valley.

At this moment, Yellow Maple Valley was filled with a chilling atmosphere. The mountain-protecting formation was fully activated, the disciples were on high alert, and the air was thick with the smell of gunpowder.

Han Mu arrived directly at Linghu Patriarch's cave without alerting anyone.

"Fellow Daoist Han, you've finally arrived." Linghu Ancestor seemed to have expected this and personally greeted him outside the cave.

"Fellow Daoist Linghu, how have you been?" Han Mu cupped his hands in greeting.

The two entered the cave and took their seats as host and guest.

"Fellow Daoist Han, has your arrival been for the sake of a great battle?" Elder Linghu asked bluntly.

"Indeed." Han Mu nodded. "How is the battle going?"

"The situation is not optimistic." Ancestor Linghu sighed. "The Demonic Path came prepared this time, sending thirteen Nascent Soul cultivators, three of whom are in the mid-stage of Nascent Soul. Although our Righteous Path Alliance has fifteen Nascent Soul cultivators, only two are in the mid-stage. While we have more early-stage cultivators, our overall strength is slightly inferior. In these three months, we have already lost two Nascent Soul cultivators and injured four others."

"Is it that serious?" Han Mu frowned.

"What's even more troublesome is that the demonic path seems to have obtained some kind of ancient formation that can gather the magical power of multiple cultivators into one place, greatly increasing its power." Ancestor Linghu said in a deep voice, "In the last great battle, they used this formation to trap Qingxu Zhenren of Qingxu Sect. If it weren't for Fellow Daoist Nangong of Yanyue Sect rescuing him in time, Qingxu Zhenren would probably have perished."

Han Mu's heart skipped a beat. An ancient formation? It seems the demonic path is indeed well-prepared this time.

"Fellow Daoist Han, your Han family is quite powerful. Would you be willing to lend a hand?" Ancestor Linghu looked at Han Mu expectantly.

"I, Han, can help, but on one condition," Han Mu said.

"Fellow Daoist, please speak."

"After this battle, I want the three states north of the Tianji Mountains," Han Mu said slowly.

Linghu Patriarch's expression changed: "Three states? This...this is too vast, I cannot make the decision."

"Then let the one in charge talk," Han Mu said calmly. "I can wait. But let me remind you, fellow Daoist, only I can break the ancient formations of the demonic path. If you come to me when you can't hold on any longer, the terms will be much more than just the three states."

Linghu Patriarch's expression shifted, but he finally gritted his teeth and said, "Very well, I will contact the other fellow Daoists to discuss this."

"I'll wait for your news." Han Mu stood up, preparing to leave.

"Fellow Daoist Han, please wait." Ancestor Linghu called out to him, "There is one more matter. Your young friend Han Li is currently in seclusion in the valley, attempting to break through to the Nascent Soul stage. He asked me to convey that if you come, he wishes to see you."

"Han Li is about to form his Nascent Soul?" A hint of surprise flashed in Han Mu's eyes. This was faster than he had expected.

"Yes, he has been in seclusion for half a year and should emerge in the next few days," said Ancestor Linghu. "This child is exceptionally talented. He can already contend with early-stage Nascent Soul cultivators in the late-stage Core Formation realm. If he successfully forms a Nascent Soul, his future will be limitless."

Han Mu nodded and walked towards Han Li's cave.

Upon arriving outside the cave, one could see strange phenomena gathering in the sky, with a vortex of spiritual energy forming, clearly indicating that the Nascent Soul Tribulation was imminent.

"So fast." Han Mu stopped and watched from a distance.

"Boom!"

The first bolt of heavenly lightning, as thick as an arm, struck straight at the cave. The cave's protective barriers activated, barely managing to block it.

Then came the second, the third... Han Li was well prepared, and with the silver light shield given to him by Han Mu back then protecting him, he successfully blocked the first six bolts of heavenly lightning.

He passed through the seventh tribulation of inner demons with unwavering resolve.

For the eighth Five Elements Tribulation, he used the "Primordial Sword Technique" to resolve it with the Lesser Five Elements Sword Formation.

In the final tribulation of annihilation, he summoned his natal magic weapon, the Azure Thunder Sword, to withstand the heavenly lightning. Although he was seriously injured, he ultimately survived.

After the tribulation, a seven-colored pillar of light descended, and Han Li successfully formed his Nascent Soul!

"Congratulations." Han Mu's voice rang in Han Li's ears.

Han Li opened his eyes, saw Han Mu, and quickly bowed: "Thank you for your guidance back then, senior, otherwise I would not have been able to form a Nascent Soul."

"This is your own good fortune." Han Mu waved his hand and took out a jade slip. "This contains the fourth to sixth levels of the 'Primordial Chaos Sword Technique,' which will be helpful for your Nascent Soul cultivation. In addition, this is a bottle of 'Infant-Stabilizing Pills,' which can help you stabilize your cultivation."

Han Li accepted it, feeling grateful: "Senior's great kindness will be remembered by this junior."

"No need to be so polite," Han Mu said. "Now that you've formed your Nascent Soul, you're a top cultivator in Tiannan. What are your plans for the future?"

"This junior wishes to return to the Han family for a visit," Han Li said. He had a special affection for the Han family; it was, in a sense, his second home in Tiannan.

"Alright." Han Mu nodded. "However, with the current war between the righteous and demonic factions, news of your Nascent Soul stage will spread quickly, and the demonic path might be detrimental to you. It's best to take refuge in my Han family for now and wait until the situation stabilizes."

"Yes."

As the two were talking, Elder Linghu rushed over.

"Fellow Daoist Han, the other Daoists have agreed to your conditions." Ancestor Linghu's expression was complicated. "However, they require you to first break the ancient demonic formation to prove that you have the ability."

"Sure," Han Mu readily agreed. "See you at the Tianji Mountains in three days."

After saying that, he took Han Li and transformed into a beam of light, returning to the Qingxu Mountain Range.

On the way, Han Li couldn't help but ask, "Senior, that ancient formation..."

"Don't worry, I have my own way," Han Mu said calmly.

Upon returning to the Han family, Han Mu settled Han Li in, then went deep into the forbidden area himself.

"System, exchange for ten 'Formation Breaking Talismans'."

[Exchange for 10 Formation-Breaking Talismans requires 5000 Contribution Points]

[Redeem or not?]

"exchange."

[Exchange successful, 5000 contribution points consumed]

[Remaining Contribution Points: 19000]

The Formation-Breaking Talisman can break most formations in the world, and it is also very effective against ancient formations. Although Han Mu's own skill in formations is not low, using the Formation-Breaking Talisman is more time-saving and labor-saving.

"Next, it's time to meet those old fogies of the demonic path."

A cold glint flashed in Han Mu's eyes.

Three days later, in the Tianji Mountains, the battlefield between good and evil.

Han Mu arrived alone at the front of the two armies.

"Han Mu, you've finally arrived!" From the demonic faction, Hei Yan sneered, "What, is it just you from the Han family who's come to die?"

"I am enough to deal with you all," Han Mu said calmly.

"Arrogant!" Black Flame roared. "Form the formation!"

Within the demonic faction, thirteen Nascent Soul cultivators simultaneously unleashed a crimson array. The array covered an area of ​​a hundred miles, its crimson light soaring into the sky, exuding a chilling aura.

"Fellow Daoist Han, be careful! This is the ancient 'Blood Fiend Soul Refining Array,' which can refine the souls of Nascent Soul cultivators!" Qingxu Zhenren from the Righteous Path Alliance warned.

Han Mu nodded and stepped into the formation.

"You're courting death!" Black Flame grinned savagely, activating the great formation. Blood-red light transformed into countless vengeful ghosts, rushing towards Han Mu.

Han Mu neither dodged nor avoided, but took out a formation-breaking talisman and tossed it lightly.

"break."

"boom!"

The Blood Fiend Soul Refining Array trembled violently before shattering with a deafening roar. The thirteen Nascent Soul cultivators of the Demonic Path were struck as if by a heavy blow, all spitting out blood.

"This...this is impossible!" Black Flame cried out in terror.

"Nothing is impossible." Han Mu took a step forward, stood in front of Hei Yan, and slapped down with his palm.

"puff!"

Black Flame didn't even have a chance to resist before it was smashed into a bloody mist by a single palm strike, its soul and spirit annihilated.

Upon seeing this, the other Nascent Soul cultivators of the demonic path scattered and fled.

Han Mu did not pursue them, but turned to the Righteous Alliance members: "The formation has been broken, the rest is up to you."

After saying that, he transformed into a streak of blue light and disappeared into the horizon.

The members of the Righteous Alliance were dumbfounded. The great formation they had struggled to break for months had actually been broken by Han Mu with a single talisman?

"Fellow Daoist Han... what exactly is his cultivation level?" Master Qingxu murmured.

No one can answer that.

At this moment, Han Mu had returned to the Qingxu Mountains. He stood on the Enlightenment Cliff, gazing into the distance, a profound look flashing in his eyes.

"It's time to make the final preparations for ascension."