Chapter 232: Chapter 173 Discussion_2
“Do you think the announcent about the Family Elite Ten is true?”
“Nonsense, how could it not be true? Everything’s written so clearly on the notice; is there even need for doubt?”
“Exactly, it’s blatantly posted right at the entrance of the Miscellaneous Affairs Hall, how could it be false?”
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As the crowd regained their composure, they discussed the matters ntioned in the announcent animatedly.
The first person who spoke was visibly excited as he said to a fellow clan mber:
“The clan’s subsidy is really not small, one hundred Spirit Stones a year for the Fourth Level Qi Practice, plus the basic stipend provided by the family. In one year, one can save up a substantial amount of Spirit Stones and quickly enhance one’s cultivation.”
But then, thinking of his own age—over forty and still at the Fourth Level of Qi Refinent—he said with a mix of helplessness and regret:
“It’s just a pity that with my talent and cultivation, there’s absolutely no chance of obtaining a seat.”
“Yeah! Our talent destines us to have no part in such benefits!” said another clan mber who was at the Sixth Level of Qi Refinent.
At this ti, a clan mber at the Fourth Level of Qi Refinent spoke up.
“Why doesn’t the family distribute these Spirit Stones evenly, like last ti, to enhance the basic welfare and mission rewards? That way, we could also benefit, right?”
Upon hearing these words, many in the crowd changed their expressions. Lin Xingqu, who was standing among them, imdiately interrupted:
“Mind your words!”
“You should know that the family has already raised the basic welfare of clan mbers twice. As far as I know, our family’s basic welfare is much higher than that of other families in Luoyun Mountain. Even the previous Jin Family is far behind!”
“Indeed, being born into the Lin Family is already a huge stroke of luck, how can you still expect absolute equality?”
“Keep in mind that Tianming is only in his twenties and has already reached Foundation Establishnt, and he’s even a Second Order Alchemist. He has made so many contributions to the family. Should a Hidden Dragon like him be treated the sa as you?”
Imdiately, several clan mbers with the Xing generation sharply rebuked the one who made the suggestion. He left the place in sha, unable to bear the embarrassnt.
Seeing this turn of events, Lin Xingqu then spoke, “My fellow clan mbers, there’s no need to be disheartened. Having a high talent simply ans getting a head start. With the right opportunities, those with lesser talents may not fall far behind those prodigies!”
“That’s right!” another clan mber chid in.
“Many Loose Cultivators with lesser talents have also managed to achieve Foundation Establishnt, and even those who have broken through to the Golden Core Stage. So there’s no reason for us to waver in our determination to pursue the path!”
Energized by these words, so of the disheartened clan mbers picked themselves up, resolving to work hard at their cultivation regardless of whether they could be selected as one of the Qi Refining Seven Champions.
As so clan mbers left, news about the Family Elite Ten quickly spread throughout the entire family, becoming a hot topic of discussion.
And so clan mbers who had different views even took their grievances to Clan Leader Lin Shihua, hoping the family would treat everyone fairly.
Almost all of these dissenting clan mbers had poor talent, and were usually lazy, having contributed little to the family.
Lin Shihua spared no courtesy for these high-minded clan mbers, and after a severe scolding, they all fell in line.
With this lesson before them, those who had been waiting to see how things would unfold no longer dared to voice their objections. After all, the upper echelons of the family were resolute in their stance, and with their cultivation, these onlookers couldn’t stir up any trouble.
One morning, Lin Tianming erged from his cave dwelling and made his way to the Elders’ Council. Along the way, he encountered many clan mbers, which caused quite a stir.
Many young cultivators of the family had heard of the reputation of the family’s foremost talent but had never seen him in person.
Lin Tianming greeted the clan mbers and encouraged so of the younger ones before leaving with a breezy deanor, leaving only his dashing figure behind.
It didn’t take long for him to arrive at the Elders’ Council.
He was mainly there today for the Qingxu Snake Eggs and the Qiuxing Fruit Tree. Before departing from Qianchuan Market, Lin Shilu had repeatedly emphasized the importance of overseeing this matter.
He also wanted to visit the family’s Spiritual dicine Garden, so he ca to see the Clan Leader.
Upon seeing Lin Tianming, Lin Shihua was quite pleased. Knowing his purpose, he imdiately agreed to accompany him to the Spiritual dicine Garden.
The two left the Elders’ Council Hall and soon arrived at a secluded ravine in the back mountain.
Looking at the valley teeming with bird songs and wildflowers, Lin Tianming scrutinized the place carefully.
As it was his first visit to the Spiritual dicine Garden, he was quite curious about what it was like inside.
Lin Shihua chuckled, then took out a token, imbued it with a Law Decree, and suddenly an invisible, intangible barrier at the edge of the valley revealed a stone gate.
Feeling the rich Spiritual Energy and scent of dicines wafting towards them, Lin Shihua stepped in, walking and explaining:
“Tianming, our family’s Spiritual dicine Garden is located in this ravine. It is protected by wards all year round, and there are also several clan mbers who guard it day and night.”
Hearing Lin Shihua’s explanation, Lin Tianming nodded and showed an expectant look.
In the Cultivation World, each family or sect places great importance on their Treasure Vaults and Spiritual dicine Gardens. They are highly valuable and are usually given the best protection.
Lin Tianming thought to himself that the Lin Family must have a lot of precious items, given the resources they had acquired over the years.
After a short while, the two reached deep inside the valley.
In front of them was a large area of mounds and expansive Spirit Fields. The squared Spirit Fields were arranged neatly, and a vast array of Spiritual dicine Materials were planted within.
Gazing out, he saw Golden Bull Grass, Earth Mysterious Mushrooms, Golden Flower Treasures, Mystical Vine Flowers…
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