……

Afterward, Wang Shouzhe held a small meeting.

There weren't many attendees, just Ancestor Long Yan, Ancestor Xiaohan, Wang Zong'an who hadn't returned to Dala Commandery yet, and Wang Liyue, Wang Anye, Wang Ningxi, Wang Fugui, and Lixian's avatar.

These people gathered in Wang Shouzhe's small courtyard.

It wasn't a formal meeting, just a casual gathering to drink tea and chat, while discussing who should use the four small bottles of Chaos Essence. (The number of small bottles was miscalculated in the previous chapter, and the text has been corrected.)

"I think Ancestor Long Yan's Anfeng should get one share," Ancestor Xiaohan said calmly while sipping tea. "After all, Anfeng originally had the potential of the eleventh tier, and later, following the ancestor, had some fortuitous encounters, bringing its potential close to the twelfth tier. With a small bottle of Chaos Essence, it could easily reach the twelfth tier."

"I think the child Yinglu should get a share," Ancestor Long Yan was concerned about another aspect. "When Zong'an contracted Yinglu, her potential was only at the ninth tier, which can't keep up with Zong'an's development. She also made significant contributions to the development of Dala Commandery, so I think it's necessary to elevate her to the eleventh tier."

"I think Grand Aunt Lilong really needs it," Wang Anye advocated for Wang Lilong, whom he grew up with. "After inheriting Ancestor Dragon's Dragon Soul Essence, she has reached the potential of the twelfth tier. If she has the opportunity to advance to a True Immortal-level Azure Dragon, it would greatly benefit the family's future."

"Even if Grand Aunt Lilong gets two bottles, it might not be enough to reach True Immortal potential," Wang Ningxi calculated in his mind and then frowned slightly. "It would probably take three and a half to four bottles. If it's just one bottle, it would be like a drop in the bucket."

As everyone drank tea, they discussed back and forth.

"Actually, these aren't the optimal choices," Wang Liyue adjusted her glasses, her eyes gleaming as she offered a different opinion. "Our Wang Clan now has too many with potential. Adding one more with eleventh-tier potential, or even thirteenth-tier potential, doesn't mean much at the moment."

After all, whether it's spirit plants or spirit beasts, their growth cycles are very long.

Even for spirit plants and beasts like Lixian and Zongkun, which have True Immortal-level potential, their advancement speed significantly slowed down after reaching the eighth tier.

If not for Wang Shouzhe's life origin power catalyzing and the wood-type essence gifted by the Chaoyang King, Lixian would probably still be at the eighth tier now.

"Grand Aunt Liyue is right," Wang Ningxi agreed. "We're discussing the optimal solution now. Although our Wang Clan's overall strength has greatly increased, and the family has more Lingxu Realm puppets for protection, enhancing security significantly, we need to look further ahead."

"The rapid development of our Wang Clan depends on the stability of the overall situation of the human race, and the Immortal Dynasty maintaining the situation on the outer region battlefield. But the current situation is that our human race only has four True Immortal-level combat forces, while the outer region demons have at least eight."

"Our human race can hold on only because the outer region demons are not united, with some watching from the sidelines, some secretly undermining, and even some waiting to take advantage. But if this disunity is broken, our human race will be in grave danger."

"Under a collapsed nest, how can there be intact eggs? If the outer region demons invade human territories, we won't even be able to protect ourselves, let alone develop."

Wang Fugui nodded in agreement, "Considering this, I personally suggest giving two bottles to Enlightenment Senior of the Immortal Palace and two bottles to Senior Di Xiu of the Myriad Demon Nation. Both seniors have good relations with our Wang Clan and have been stuck at the peak of the twelfth tier for a long time."

"That makes sense," Wang Xiaohan slapped his thigh, immediately reacting. "With two small bottles of Chaos Essence, they can break through that invisible shackle and reach the potential of the thirteenth tier. Since they are already at the peak of the twelfth tier, they might quickly advance to the thirteenth tier, becoming the third and fourth True Immortal-level combat forces. Good, good, good~~ However, Chaos Essence is a treasure. Even if we give it to them, we should think carefully about how to exchange it for some good things to enhance our family's foundation."

Wang Fugui laughed helplessly, "Ancestor Xiaohan, our family foundation is already quite sufficient. There's no need for that now, is there?"

"How can that be? We can't just let them have it for free, can we? We should at least get something in return." Wang Xiaohan, having grown up poor, couldn't shake off his "stingy" habit, even though the Wang Clan was now wealthy.

"Sixth Grandfather, what Fugui means is that we're offering help in times of need, and they will owe us a favor. Debts of gratitude are the hardest to repay, and such a favor is more valuable than just asking for some things," Wang Shouzhe smiled, explaining for Fugui. "Moreover, Enlightenment Senior and Senior Di Xiu are upright and straightforward, without many twists and turns. Once they ascend to celestial plants, they certainly won't treat our Wang Clan poorly."

"I understand now," Wang Xiaohan slapped his forehead, suddenly realizing, "You and your grandfather are really smart, casting a long line to catch a big fish. In that case, I have no objections at all."

Everyone else also expressed their agreement.

Even Wang Zong'an stated, "Yinglu and I are not in a hurry. Since the Holy Emperor can find Chaos Essence, our Wang Clan can find it in the future too."

In the end, everyone realized they had underestimated the value of Chaos Essence, and now they understood its preciousness.

"If we find more Chaos Essence in the future, it will be prioritized for Anfeng, Yinglu, and Lilong," Wang Shouzhe made the final decision. "Fugui, you're familiar with Enlightenment Senior and have been under his care. You should personally visit the Immortal Palace, accompanied by the family's Lingxu puppet, Wang Dinglong, for protection."

"Yes, Ancestor Grandfather."

Wang Fugui stood up and bowed to Wang Shouzhe, accepting the task.

By now, he was no longer the naive child he once was. At nineteen, he had grown into a tall, slender young man, like a graceful tree.

Although he wasn't as handsome as Wang Shouzhe, his facial features were well-proportioned, and his slightly chubby face gave him an amiable and blessed appearance, making him likable in every gesture.

Moreover, despite being only nineteen, he was already in the late stage of the Lingtai Realm, and it wouldn't be long before he reached the Celestial Realm.

A Celestial at just over twenty years old, his cultivation speed was among the top in the entire family.

Back when Wang Shouzhe was nineteen, he was only at the seventh level of the Qi Refining Realm... Indeed, the family's foundation was completely different now.

"As for Senior Di Xiu, Xian'er, you should go," Wang Shouzhe assigned. "Senior Di Xiu has taken good care of you and our Wang Clan, so consider it a favor returned."

"Yes, Father," Wang Lixian's avatar nodded repeatedly. "Grandpa Di Xiu is a good tree, and I hope he can become a celestial plant."

Compared to Wang Fugui, Lixian was growing a bit slower. At this time, she still appeared as an eight or nine-year-old girl.

However, it's reasonable for celestial plants to grow slowly. She would need to reach at least the tenth tier before her appearance gradually transitioned to that of a young girl.

After assigning the family tasks, everyone gradually dispersed.

Wang Shouzhe remained alone in the small courtyard, sipping spiritual tea and studying the other prizes from this time.

In this advanced prize pool, there were a few treasures that were quite special.

Among them, "Panpan's Traveling Boots" was a unique Dao Artifact treasure. Although its grade wasn't as high as a semi-Immortal Artifact, it was incredibly practical and had endless uses.

It had also played a certain role during the assessment.

Not only could it increase the user's escape speed, but it also allowed for short-distance spatial jumps. With it, even when facing a Lingxu Realm elder, there was a chance to escape.

This treasure was very suitable for young talents below the Lingxu Realm to use for self-preservation. Originally, it was meant for Huari to use.

However, since Huari was still young and had low cultivation, her main task was to attend Clan School. Wang Shouzhe worried that if he gave her this item, it would make it easier for her to skip school.

Therefore, Wang Shouzhe decided it would be better for Ancestor Long Yan to use it.

After all, she was mingling in the Demon Dynasty and needed more life-saving cards.

In addition, there was another treasure called the Wine Knife Immortal's Brewing Pot.

It was a small wine pot, about the size of a palm, with a bronze-like texture and intricate patterns engraved on its surface, faintly shimmering with light. It looked more like a piece of art than a treasure.

This was also a very interesting treasure, somewhat similar to the wine-making treasure gourd Wang Shouzhe had obtained before.

However, the two were of completely different grades. The Wine Knife Immortal's gourd could only brew with Immortal Spirit Rice, and it required only the rice and various auxiliary materials to automatically brew a large gourd of celestial wine.

This was the main function of this treasure known as the Wine Knife Immortal's Brewing Pot.

Initially, when Spirit Artifact Ai Pan introduced it, Wang Shouzhe thought he was being tricked until he heard the additional description.

To facilitate continuous brewing, the pot contained a large water storage space, capable of absorbing and storing "an ocean's worth of water," and it could also seal water-type spiritual veins for temperature control and fermentation. After all, these were necessary conditions for brewing Immortal Spirit Rice wine.

Even someone as knowledgeable as Wang Shouzhe was speechless after hearing its complete introduction.

Was the primary and secondary function order reversed?

Compared to brewing wine, wasn't the ability to store "an ocean's worth of water" more impressive?

Not to mention the ability to seal water-type spiritual veins.

These two combined were like carrying an ocean with you.

If a Basalt cultivator with an awakened water-type bloodline had it, it would be like having their own domain everywhere. If the opponent had a fire-type bloodline, it would be a crushing advantage. Isn't that impressive?

Who knows what the Wine Knife Immortal was thinking, putting the brewing function first...

After a bit of internal grumbling, Wang Shouzhe decided to store this treasure in the family treasury, available for exchange with sufficient contribution points.

However, acquiring it would require a massive amount of merit points.

Additionally, there was another treasure called Weiwei's Evolution Fruit, which was also quite special.

It was evident that this was something from Senior Sister Lu Wei, donated to the academy's advanced treasury, and this time it ended up back in her hands.

It was a small, light green fruit, with a slightly reddish peel, resembling a plum. The fruit contained abundant vitality and energy, emitting a rich fruity aroma, making it extremely enticing.

Wang Shouzhe had also asked Senior Sister Lu Wei about the fruit's purpose.

However, most of her memories were missing or sealed, and after pondering for a long time, she couldn't clearly explain what it was, only vaguely remembering it was for spirit plants and beasts, related to bloodline evolution.

Spirit Artifact Ai Pan's description of the treasure was also unique, with a bold red special note—Warning! The fruit comes from an unnamed individual, and its specific effects are yet to be verified. Use with caution.

Wang Shouzhe thought for a moment and believed that the Evolution Fruit's effects should differ from Chaos Essence; otherwise, it wouldn't be listed separately with a warning, making it so special.

Its specific use might have to wait until Senior Sister Lu Wei's memory recovers more.

For some reason, he felt that the fruit's effects might not be so simple.

Besides these, there was one last special treasure, called the Little Holy Emperor's Treasure Box.

It was evident that this was a personal treasure donated to the academy by Little Holy Emperor Ji Wushuang.

It was a black wooden box with beautiful patterns, its aura obscure and sealed, revealing nothing from the outside.

Upon opening it, there was a strangely shaped talisman.

It appeared to be made of white jade, with intricate patterns engraved on it, its aura obscure and difficult to discern, making it impossible to determine its purpose.

Fortunately, there was a line of vigorous small characters engraved on the lid of the treasure box—This is an ancient teleportation talisman, its origin mysterious. I have searched for a long time but couldn't find the corresponding teleportation array. I hope to leave it for someone destined to uncover its secrets.

An ancient teleportation talisman!?

Wang Shouzhe was momentarily stunned.

This sounded promising, but in reality, it was somewhat useless.

Even the Little Holy Emperor from ten thousand years ago couldn't find the teleportation array. Now, after such a long time, wouldn't it be even harder to find? Even if there were some paradise or treasures on the other side of the teleportation array, the prerequisite would be finding it!

It seemed that the only value of this item was to give it to Wang Anye to play with.

Maybe one day, by accident, he would find the corresponding ancient teleportation array.

After dealing with these remaining treasures, Wang Shouzhe found himself idle once again.

Every day, he spent time with his newborn son "Wang Zongshi" and new daughter "Wang Lixuan," playing with them, providing enlightenment, and giving them a happy, positive childhood.

Especially "Lixuan," the Basalt, who was originally Wang Liyao's responsibility, but she had left Wang Lixuan in her parents' care while she returned to Lingyun Holy Land to take charge.

This gave Wang Shouzhe, who was taking care of two "milk babies," the feeling of a retired old man looking after his grandchildren.

Time flew by, and before he knew it, another period had passed.

On this day.

In the Myriad Demon Nation, Ten Thousand Saints Valley.

A flying chariot descended from the sky, landing in a designated parking area. A small, exquisitely dressed girl in a green dress jumped off the chariot.

This little girl was naturally Wang Lixian.

"Miss Lixian!"

Seeing her, the various demon beasts in the valley immediately gathered around, greeting her with familiarity or respect.

Nowadays, Wang Lixian's status in the Myriad Demon Nation was incredibly esteemed, allowing her to walk freely without any demon beast daring to provoke her.

Over the years, the Myriad Demon Nation had undergone significant changes, with each group establishing its own characteristic industries.

Flying along the way, one could see neatly planted economic crops, various spiritual grains, spiritual trees, or large areas fenced off for raising "low-level carnivorous" spirit beasts.

Their management had also become very "Wang Clan-like," with various advanced production tools and humans helping to manage, fostering a harmonious atmosphere.

It was a model of "peaceful coexistence between humans and demons."

These basic crops and agricultural products, after initial processing, would be transported to the Wang Clan for further processing and then sold worldwide.

With such deep cooperation, the Myriad Demon Nation had gradually become prosperous over the years.

Wang Lixian's arrival immediately alerted the resting Di Xiu tree.

Di Xiu's towering form swayed, and an elderly man with a white beard and a kind face appeared under the tree, walking toward Wang Lixian.

When spirit plants reach a certain level, their root systems become extremely extensive, often deeply rooted in the spiritual veins underground. As a result, they don't like to move their main bodies, usually sending avatars for any tasks.

At this moment, the white-bearded old man approaching Wang Lixian was naturally Di Xiu's avatar.

"Xian'er, you finally came to see Grandpa Di Xiu, hahaha~~" Di Xiu laughed happily, always treating Wang Lixian like his own granddaughter.

Di Xiu usually didn't like to move around, only sending an avatar when the Wang Clan needed help.

"Grandpa Di Xiu," Wang Lixian immediately jumped into his arms, affectionately saying, "I've been traveling with Father recently, and there are so many assignments and extracurricular tasks in Clan School, I'm so tired, so tired."

"So much hard work?" Di Xiu's face turned sour, "I'll have a word with Clan Leader Shouzhe later. How can he push a child like this? My Xian'er is still young~"

After criticizing Wang Shouzhe, Di Xiu lovingly held Wang Lixian's hand, leading her under the tree, "Come, come, Grandpa Di Xiu has prepared lots of delicious spiritual fruits for you and collected some top-notch spiritual soil for you to take back. Since you're here, stay with me for a few days and relax~"

"Grandpa Di Xiu, you're the best~ Unlike Father, who only knows how to make me do homework."

Wang Lixian was overjoyed and immediately followed Di Xiu, skipping along.

To make it convenient for Lixian to visit, Di Xiu had long built a small courtyard under his main body according to Lixian's preferences. He led Wang Lixian into the courtyard, and soon, the little ones gathered under the tree brought various spiritual fruits.

Wang Lixian immediately indulged herself, eating and drinking to her heart's content.

After she was full, she wiped her mouth and took out two small bottles of Chaos Essence, asking Di Xiu, "Grandpa Di Xiu, have you heard of Chaos Essence?"

"Chaos Essence?!"

Di Xiu hadn't paid much attention when he saw the crystal bottles, but upon hearing the name, his calm and kind face instantly showed shock.

"This, this, this, is this the legendary Chaos Essence? Xian'er, where did you get this?"

"Father got it, and I've already tried a few bottles," Wang Lixian boasted, "My main body has broken through the thirteenth-tier shackle, and my potential has reached the fourteenth tier."

"The fourteenth tier?!" Di Xiu was startled, examining Wang Lixian carefully, then realizing, "No wonder I feel your aura is more celestial and sacred. It's because you used Chaos Essence. Remarkable, remarkable~ It's said that Chaos Essence is energy that existed before the universe and heavens opened. It's said that some innate chaotic spirit seeds were nurtured in Chaos Essence, and those seeds were the origin of all living things."

Di Xiu, being an ancient tree who had lived for countless years, had much more knowledge than Wang Lixian.

While staring at the two crystal bottles, he explained, "Such pure innate energy, even in small amounts, is extremely beneficial to our kind, helping to break through advancement barriers. Wang Shouzhe's luck is truly extraordinary, to have found such a treasure."

At this point, his old face was full of envy.

Wang Lixian casually handed the two small bottles of Chaos Essence to him, explaining, "These two bottles are entrusted by Father to give to Grandpa Di Xiu."

"Clan Leader Shouzhe sent them to me?"

Di Xiu was stunned, and his heart began to beat wildly.

He swallowed, staring at Wang Lixian, "Xian'er, do you know what such a treasure means to me?"

"It means Grandpa Di Xiu might break through the barrier and clear the path to the thirteenth tier," Wang Lixian chuckled, "Congratulations, Grandpa Di Xiu, soon you'll be a true celestial plant."

"Good, good, good!" Di Xiu laughed heartily, "I never expected that after cultivating for tens of thousands of years, thinking the celestial path was cut off, I would have such a great opportunity in my old age."

He trembled as he picked up the two small bottles of Chaos Essence, excitedly saying, "If I truly become a celestial plant, although I don't wish to be the Wang Clan's guardian spirit plant, I vow to protect the Wang Clan with my life. If I break this vow, may I be struck by heavenly lightning and turned into lightning-struck wood."

He knew very well that accepting this Chaos Essence meant owing a great debt to the Wang Clan. Why would Clan Leader Shouzhe give it to him if not for a vow and promise?

However, even knowing this, how could he give up such an opportunity?

Soon, Di Xiu used the two small bottles of Chaos Essence, successfully clearing the peak of the twelfth-tier barrier and reaching the potential of the thirteenth tier.

Having been at the peak of the twelfth tier for countless years, he couldn't contain himself now that he had the chance to break through.

After arranging for Lixian, he immediately entered a closed-door cultivation state, preparing to strike while the iron was hot and break through to the thirteenth tier, becoming a true celestial plant.

……

At the same time.

Wang Fugui and his group also arrived at the Immortal Dynasty on a cloud ray flying boat, which had become increasingly frequent.

His itinerary was quite full, first visiting the Immortal Palace, then inspecting the development progress in Chuanan Prefecture, and finally visiting Han Yue Immortal City to see his childhood sweetheart, Princess Yun Mengyu of Chuanan, and pay respects to the Immortal Emperor and related clans.

As a direct descendant of the Wang Clan and a young clan leader with family inheritance rights, Wang Fugui naturally needed to represent the Wang Clan in completing some family tasks while traveling.

Wang Shouzhe had already delegated many powers to him, allowing him to make significant decisions for the Wang Clan. But because of this, he was inevitably busy.

His first stop was directly to the Immortal Palace.

Unexpectedly, as soon as he stepped off the flying chariot in the Immortal Palace square and handed over his visiting card, it caused a commotion.

Apparently, the arrival of someone from the Eastern Gan Wang Clan had left a particularly "bad" impression on the Immortal Palace.

Almost immediately, the Immortal Sovereign's projection stationed at the Immortal Palace was notified.

Wang Fugui's personal visit to the Immortal Palace couldn't be ignored, so the Immortal Sovereign ordered him to be brought directly to the guest hall, where he was personally received by the Immortal Sovereign.

"Fugui, you've grown up so quickly~ What brings you to the Immortal Palace this time?" The Immortal Sovereign's projection entertained Wang Fugui with Enlightenment Tea, his tone courteous yet tinged with caution.

This young man was no ordinary person. Even as a child, he had stirred up the entire Immortal Dynasty, causing great losses to the Wei Clan and some allied families.

Even the Jing'an Princess of the Immortal Dynasty had her reputation damaged because of him and hadn't fully recovered. Her low-key behavior in recent years was largely due to this young man.

Moreover, it wasn't just Wang Fugui; there wasn't a single "good person" in the Wang Clan.

Last time his sister Huari came, she directly took an Immortal Sovereign Order. And on the outer region battlefield, Wang Yingxuan even used his projection as cannon fodder.

He was almost developing a psychological shadow from the words "Wang Clan."

"Senior Immortal Sovereign," Wang Fugui, embodying the demeanor of a Wang Clan heir, gracefully bowed, "I came this time to express gratitude for the Immortal Palace's care for our Wang Clan over the years, and I've prepared some gifts."

Gifts?

The Immortal Sovereign was even more surprised.

In his "experience," the Wang Clan was known as the "Locust Clan," leaving nothing behind wherever they went, and they had taken quite a bit from the Immortal Palace over the years.

Today, they came bearing gifts?

"Uh-oh!"

The Immortal Sovereign thought to himself.

Could this be a new Wang Clan tactic? Giving a small gift and then taking back tenfold or a hundredfold?

"Immortal Sovereign, please see, this is the gift."

Wang Fugui said, brushing his hand over his ring, and two small bottles of Chaos Essence gently landed on the table.

He specifically explained, "This is Chaos Essence that our ancestor accidentally obtained, to thank the Immortal Palace and Enlightenment Senior for their care of our Wang Clan."

Chaos! Essence!

The Immortal Sovereign was shocked, "This, this, this, Fugui, where did your ancestor get Chaos Essence?"

He certainly knew what Chaos Essence was, but it was extremely precious, said to be occasionally collected from extremely dangerous chaotic rifts. The quantity was very scarce, and even the Holy Emperor of Shenwu had to take significant risks to collect it.

"That's a family secret," Wang Fugui smiled calmly, "Immortal Sovereign, I believe this will be quite useful to Enlightenment Senior, won't it?"

"Yes, yes, yes," the Immortal Sovereign was extremely excited.

However, after a brief moment of excitement, he suddenly became wary, looking at Wang Fugui, "Your Wang Clan hasn't set its sights on something in our Immortal Palace again, have you?"

He had suffered too many losses and felt uneasy.

"Uh... it's just to express gratitude, nothing else. If the Immortal Sovereign doesn't want it..." Wang Fugui smiled, pretending to take back the Chaos Essence.

"Who dares to say no?!"

A roar suddenly erupted from the sky.

Immediately, a green light flashed, and Enlightenment Senior's avatar descended into the guest hall, excitedly grabbing the Chaos Essence and holding it tightly.

"Good, good, good, I never expected such a great opportunity to come my way."

"Fugui greets Enlightenment Senior," Wang Fugui respectfully saluted.

"Fugui, tell Clan Leader Shouzhe that by giving me such a great opportunity, whether or not I become a celestial plant, I owe your Wang Clan a great favor," Enlightenment Tea Tree's voice trembled with excitement, "If I become a celestial plant, your Wang Clan's matters will be my matters!"

Oops!The Immortal Sovereign felt a sudden panic, and in an instant, everything became clear.

This time, how could Wang's Clan be "without ulterior motives"? This was clearly a grand scheme~~

They were obviously planning to undermine the Immortal Palace!!!