Ordinary People: Starting with the Chen Clan

"Has something major happened within the clan? There are so many communication talismans outside."

Mr. Chen picked up one of the communication talismans and activated it.

"Hahaha! Good, I knew my son was so outstanding that the elders of the family wouldn't turn a blind eye!"

Just a moment later, Chen's father burst into laughter while holding the communication talisman.

"Honey, what's wrong?"

Seeing how happy Mr. Chen was, Mrs. Chen couldn't contain herself either. While asking questions, she took the communication talisman and began to investigate on her own.

Soon, a blush appeared on Chen's mother's face as well, but compared to Chen's father, she managed to suppress her excitement and maintain her composure.

Chen Xuanzhou, who also knew the situation, did not show much joy on his face.

If he had received this news before leaving, he might have been happier, since it was a safety net that would allow him to improve his cultivation and advance to the Foundation Establishment stage more quickly.

However, he knew that he was older than Han Li. Although he didn't know exactly how many years older he was, Han Li joined the Seven Mysteries Sect at the age of ten, and he could also calculate based on the ten-year Ascension Conference.

Han Li joined Huangfeng Valley at around nineteen years old, so this class must have been at least one year ahead of Han Li.

With over a decade of preparation time, he could certainly do much more within the Hidden Moon Sect. At the very least, once he reached the Foundation Establishment stage, he could find an opportunity to become a disciple of a capable Core Formation master.

That would further influence the subsequent situation of the demonic invasion.

As the strongest sect among the seven factions, the Hidden Moon Sect has the greatest impact on the war and is also its greatest reliance in resisting the invasion of the demonic path.

It's better than becoming an apprentice of Li Huayuan. It's not that Li Huayuan treats his disciples badly; in fact, Li Huayuan is already a qualified master.

They not only provided cultivation techniques, but also offered protection during the invasion of demonic forces.

However, their strength and foundation are ultimately too weak. They were given all the necessary resources, but none of them were sufficient.

Otherwise, if he had more say, why would Linghu Laogui, out of respect for him, let his disciple be used as cannon fodder to attract the demonic pursuers?

If he were to become Li Huayuan's disciple, his role in the Chen family would actually be quite limited.

His best mentor is naturally Nangong Wan, a person destined to reach the Nascent Soul stage in the future. It would be unreasonable not to try to curry favor with her. As for whether he has any other ideas...

Well, these things are all about fate.

"Father, Mother, I need to go see Elder Shang Yu first. I have to thank him for his support!"

Although there were some misunderstandings, all the proper etiquette must be observed, which is a rule that all family cultivators must follow.

Moreover, since this opportunity has fallen into my lap, wouldn't it be a huge waste of the clan elders' good intentions if I didn't make some effort to secure it?

In the past, he was worried that his cultivation level would not be able to keep up after three years, but if he sold this spot, he would be able to raise enough resources for his cultivation.

"Yes, yes, Xuanzhou is still the most reliable."

Look at you, a father who's worse than a son. You'd better prepare a generous gift this time, but it seems our family doesn't have anything too valuable to offer.

Chen's mother seemed somewhat anxious and worried, her brows furrowed.

"Mother, we only need to prepare the beginner to intermediate-grade talismans that I usually draw. The sentiment is more important than the gift. If you really want to thank me, I will come back to repay you after I join a sect and successfully establish my foundation. That way, it will be more meaningful!"

"Xuanzhou makes a good point, but why only use mid-level talismans? Xuanzhou, it wouldn't be a problem if you used some high-level talismans!"

"I don't want to reveal all my trump cards yet. I'm still weak. Even if I successfully join a sect, my exceptional talent might arouse jealousy and add to the danger of my Foundation Establishment."

Therefore, I plan to reveal everything after I reach the Foundation Establishment stage. At that time, a low-level high-ranking talisman master will be nothing to a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

"Yes, I've been a little overwhelmed by this good news. Foundation Establishment is the top priority, so let's go!"

Chen's father was also affected by Chen Xuanzhou's calmness, and the joy on his face also subsided considerably.

After making some preparations, the father and his two sons headed towards Chen Shangyu's cave. As one of the three elders of the clan, Chen Shangyu's cave was naturally located in the place with the most abundant spiritual energy in the entire ancestral land.

Moreover, it possesses the only fire vein in the entire ancestral land, allowing it to refine pills at any time.

So as soon as they approached the spiritual peak where their cave was located, they felt a wave of heat, though this temperature was nothing to the three of them.

The three of them quickly arrived at the top of the mountain and respectfully bowed to a small courtyard.

"My junior, Chen Houwen, along with my son and my wife, Zhao, have come to pay our respects to Elder Shang Yu."

Thank you to the elders for their kindness towards my son!

"Come in!"

A slightly weathered but still powerful voice came from it.

As soon as the words fell, the gate of the small courtyard opened, and the three of them walked into the courtyard. They saw that although the courtyard was not large, only about an acre in size, it was surrounded by spiritual plants except for the path under their feet.

This is... at least 300-year-old Blood Yang Ginseng, along with White Jade Fruit and Huangjingzhi...

Although Chen Xuanzhou hadn't devoted much attention to alchemy and spiritual plants, he did have some knowledge of identifying and transplanting spiritual plants.

So that I won't miss out on these treasures when I'm traveling in the future.

After all, it's just a matter of a few sticks of incense; it's a piece of cake for him!

The spiritual herbs in this courtyard are worth at least several thousand spirit stones. He finally understood the value of a family leader. Clearly, these many spiritual herbs were not cultivated by the other party little by little.

It was definitely part of the family's accumulated wealth, but as the family's best alchemist, these spiritual herbs were not much different from those belonging to the other party.

The three of them walked quickly across the courtyard and into the house.

Chen Xuanzhou didn't even need to look around; all he could see was a small square table, and Chen Shangyu was sitting on one side, drinking wine while watching the three of them.

Meeting the other person's gaze, Chen Xuanzhou immediately took out a jade box from his storage bag, held it with both hands, and presented it to the other person.

"Thank you for your guidance, Ancestor. I have nothing of value but a few talismans that I made myself to express my gratitude. I hope you will not find them offensive."

"That's so thoughtful!"

Chen Shangyu showed no disgust, but instead accepted the jade box with a smile, opened it and took a look.

Inside were three sets of beginner to intermediate-level talismans: the Vajra Talisman, the Chain Fireball Talisman, and the Lightning Strike Talisman. These three talismans together were worth approximately three hundred spirit stones.

This is no small sum of money for a Qi Refining cultivator.

He hadn't expected Chen Xuanzhou to offer such a generous gift to thank him. Although he knew how to make talismans, it would have been impossible for him to produce so many spirit talismans in less than half a year.

With that thought in mind, her gaze towards Chen Xuanzhou softened even more.