147: Chapter 147 The Su Family's Obsession?!

The old man's words were like an order.

They ignited a fire in the hearts of everyone present.

Entering the Main Family Registry.

It meant their names would be recorded in the Main Family's archives.

And they would enjoy the cultivation resources periodically distributed by the Main Family.

It was a recognition of their status.

And if one could be entered into the Main Family Genealogy.

It was even more of a leap through the Dragon Gate.

It meant being regarded as a direct member of the Su Family.

Resources and beast-taming guidance would reach a whole new level; it was the supreme glory that countless branch disciples dreamed of!

The crowd instantly became restless.

Led by the Elders of each branch.

Everyone, filled with excitement and longing.

Passed through the magnificent vermilion gates in an orderly fashion.

They officially stepped into the Su Family's main courtyard.

The scene inside the courtyard suddenly opened up.

It was another world compared to what was seen outside the gates.

Looking ahead, the courtyards were deep, their extent unknown.

Wide and level paths paved with green jade slabs wound their way into the depths.

Pavilions and towers with upturned eaves and bracket sets were elegantly nestled among verdant ancient trees and grotesque rockeries. Murmuring water flowed under small bridges, kicking up a misty vapor that intertwined with the Spiritual Qi so thick it seemed almost tangible; a single breath felt refreshing.

Vaguely.

The shouts from the distant martial arts field and the low bellows of tamed beasts could be heard, showcasing the profound heritage and vibrant vitality of a century-old Family everywhere.

Everyone was led to an extremely spacious square.

The ground of the square was paved with massive black and white stones in a giant Taiji pattern, looking majestic.

The solemn-faced old man from before already stood on the high platform ahead. Beside him was a long red sandalwood desk, behind which sat several Cultivators who looked like stewards, with brushes, ink, paper, and inkstones already prepared.

"Silence!"

The old man's voice was calm.

Yet it carried an unquestionable authority.

The square instantly became so quiet that a pin drop could be heard.

"Each branch, step forward in order to register. State your branch's territory, the disciple's name, age, and beast-taming advancement. To restate the rules: Bronze Rank can enter the Main Family Registry; Silver Rank can enter the Main Family Genealogy! Begin!"

As soon as he finished speaking.

A burly, ruddy-faced Elder couldn't wait and led three energetic young men out from the crowd, his voice booming like a bell.

"Tianyuan City Branch!"

"Disciple Su Hao, twenty years old, Silver Rank First Tier!"

"Disciple Su Yang, twenty-two years old, Silver Rank First Tier!"

"Disciple Su Tong, twenty years old, Bronze Rank Eighth Tier!"

The steward behind the desk wrote with fluid, rapid strokes, quickly recording the information.

A deacon standing by then announced loudly.

"Tianyuan City Branch: Su Hao, Su Yang, exceptional talent, approved for entry into the Genealogy!"

"Su Tong, approved for entry into the Registry!"

A brilliant smile instantly bloomed on the Tianyuan City Elder's face. He puffed out his chest even more and led his disciples to the side, enjoying the envious gazes from all around.

For a single branch to produce two Silver Rank geniuses.

This achievement was enough for him to brag about for three years once he returned.

With an example set.

The subsequent lines immediately began to move.

The Elders of each branch scrambled to be first.

The announcements of their origins rose and fell one after another.

"Liuyun City Branch! Disciple Su Yue, twenty-one years old, Silver Rank First Tier! Su Lin, twenty years old, Bronze Rank Ninth Tier!"

"Su Yue is approved for the Genealogy! Su Lin for the Registry!"

"Chiyan City Branch! Disciple Su Lie, twenty-three years old, Silver Rank Second Tier! Su Yan, twenty-two years old, Silver Rank First Tier!"

"Su Lie and Su Yan are approved for the Genealogy!"

"Fengming City Branch! Disciple Su Wan'er, nineteen years old, Bronze Rank Ninth Tier!"

"Su Wan'er is approved for the Registry!"

Every time the announcement for approval into the Genealogy sounded.

It would cause a slight stir and low exclamations of awe in the crowd.

It wasn't just a name being recorded.

It was a weighty honor and a bright future.

Filling the eyes of countless boys and girls who had yet to register with longing.

At this moment.

That sharp-featured, monkey-faced Qinyang City Elder, Su San.

Sauntered over again with his four disciples.

His face was plastered with his usual hypocritical smile.

"Brother Elder Su, why are you still lingering here? Feeling nervous? Relax, just be honest about your Aptitudes. The Main Family has always been impartial and will never look down on anyone because of their origin... Hehe."

His words seemed comforting.

But that "hehe" at the end carried an unconcealed sense of superiority.

He turned sideways to show off the four young men behind him.

He said, seemingly casually but actually bragging, "Our Qinyang City did well enough this time; four of these useless kids met the standard. Sigh, it's just that the quality is uneven. Only one was lucky enough to break through the Silver Rank threshold and get into the Genealogy. The other three worthless ones can only have their names on the Registry. It's truly shameful; I hope you don't laugh at me, brother."

As he spoke.

The gazes of the disciples behind him also drifted over Jiang Yun and Su Qingxue, their eyes filled with condescending scrutiny and a hint of subtle contempt.

As if silently declaring the gap between them.

This time, Elder Su only slightly raised his eyelids.

And gave a faint grunt of acknowledgement.

He was sneering repeatedly in his heart.

"Clown, I'll let you be arrogant for now. Let's see if you can still laugh once my son-in-law reveals his Gold Rank strength! You're so proud of a Silver Rank entering the Genealogy; if you knew the son-in-law is already at the Gold Rank, I'm afraid you lot wouldn't even have the right to look up to him!"

He could almost imagine the wonderful scene of these people being dumbfounded and turning pale.

A sense of satisfaction couldn't help but rise in his heart.

At this time.

Jiang Yun seemed to think of something.

And asked Elder Su in a low voice.

"Elder Su, my surname isn't Su. Can I still enter this Su Family Genealogy?"

Hearing this, Elder Su.

Showed a knowing smile on his face.

He explained in a low voice.

"Don't worry, son-in-law, it's absolutely no problem. You are the recognized son-in-law of our C City Su Family. Entering the Genealogy as a branch relative by marriage or a Guest Elder Genius is in accordance with clan rules. Speaking of which, the Su Family has branched out so much that many branch Bloodlines have long since thinned. The Main Family's move is intended to recruit talents and gather strength to prevent the Family from falling behind in the provincial capital's competition. As long as the talent is sufficient and the identity is clean, the Main Family couldn't ask for more."

Jiang Yun nodded slightly and said no more.

He didn't care much about status.

But if he could use this to obtain more resources to aid his cultivation.

It would naturally be a good thing.

Afterwards.

Elder Su led Jiang Yun and Su Qingxue toward the registration line.

Perhaps because they were from C City.

Or perhaps due to the intentional or unintentional exclusion by others.

They naturally ended up at the very end of the line.

This position.

Immediately became the focus of everyone's attention.

Various undisguised discussions and taunts followed.

"Tsk, as expected from that place, they can only be at the back."

"Haha, maybe they know they have nothing to show and are too embarrassed to stand at the front?"

"Sigh, what a waste of spots. Giving the Main Family's resources to people like that... it's better to train more of our own city's disciples."

"But speaking of which, this girl is actually quite good-looking! With my status, if I were to pursue her, wouldn't she just throw herself into my arms? Hahaha!"

The foul words reached his ears.

But Jiang Yun's expression remained unchanged.

His gaze calmly looked into the distance.

As if everything around him had nothing to do with him.

Su Qingxue's eyelids were lowered even further.

Not a trace of emotional fluctuation could be seen on her jade-like profile; she stood still like a painting, isolating herself from all the noise.

Although Elder Su was so angry that the veins on his forehead throbbed slightly,

He also clenched his fists and forced himself to endure, chanting in his heart.

"Let them bark for a while!"

Amidst all sorts of strange looks and harsh discussions.

The line moved forward slowly.

Finally.

It was the turn of the three at the end, Jiang Yun and the others.

The registrar behind the desk, known as Steward Li.

Raised his eyelids slightly with a look of exhaustion.

His gaze swept over the three of them casually.

He spoke in a formulaic manner.

His voice carried a hint of laziness.

"Which branch? Name, age, beast-taming Realm."

Elder Su took a deep breath.

And suppressed the surging emotions in his heart.

He stepped forward, cupped his hands, and said in a deep voice.

"To answer Steward Li, we are from the C City Branch."