156: Another new addition, the Dao Body of Many Treasures!

“I’m fine.”

Chen Xu recovered, looking at everyone’s concerned eyes, and smiled slightly.

“From today onwards, our Chen Family, in this Spirit Realm, will no longer have anyone die.”

With a thought, he didn’t explain much.

Rumble!

A black palace, a hundred zhang tall, ancient and desolate, as if it had walked out of the river of time, appeared out of thin air in the central plaza of the ancient city.

Above the grand hall, the three ancient seal characters, 'Reincarnation Hall', written with dragon-like and phoenix-like strokes, exuded an Aura that defied Yin and Yang.

A terrifying Aura that controlled life and death!

“This is…”

Everyone stared at the suddenly appearing magnificent hall, completely stunned.

Chen Xu briefly explained the functions of the Reincarnation Hall.

When his voice fell, the entire place was silent.

So quiet that a pin drop could be heard.

Everyone, including Chen Daoxuan and Sect Master Ba Dao, was struck by lightning.

Every single one of them was frozen in place.

Their mouths were wide enough to fit an egg.

Resurrection from the dead?

Consuming Luck to reshape the Physical Body?

What did they just hear?

This... this must be a method only Immortals possess!

“Father… are you… are you telling the truth?”

Chen Daoxuan’s voice trembled. He was the first to react, his eyes filled with disbelief.

“Go in, leave your True Spirit imprints, and you’ll know.”

Chen Xu said indifferently.

Everyone no longer had any doubts, and one by one, with extremely excited feelings.

They lined up and walked into the Reincarnation Hall.

When they imprinted a trace of their True Spirit onto the giant Samsara Stele inside the hall.

Feeling their Divine Soul mysteriously connected to this grand hall and the Luck of the entire Family, the sense of security from the depths of their Soul made them tear up with excitement!

With this, what else could they fear?

Tianyu Holy Land?

Nothing more than that!

As long as the Family Head didn’t die, they would dare to follow him and poke a hole in the heavens of this Spirit Realm!

Having resolved their worries, Chen Xu began to plan for the future.

He looked at the broken ruins and said loudly, “This city was built by the Human Race ancestors in ancient times and was named Demon Suppressing City. Today, our Chen Family takes residence, and it shall be given a new name.”

His gaze swept over everyone, finally settling on the land beneath his feet.

“From now on, this city shall be named — Tianxuan City!”

“Tianxuan! Tianxuan!”

Everyone shouted in unison, their voices shaking the surroundings.

Then, Chen Xu took out another item.

It was a giant egg, entirely black and covered with mysterious patterns, more than a person’s height.

It was precisely the Family Protecting Divine Beast Egg rewarded by the System.

“Father, what is this?”

Chen Daoxuan curiously looked at the giant egg, he could feel an extremely terrifying life Aura contained within it.

“Our new Family member.”

Chen Xu smiled, and with two fingers like a knife, he lightly cut his palm.

A drop of golden blood, containing Primordial Violet Qi, dripped from the wound.

It landed steadily on the black giant egg.

Buzz~!

The moment the golden blood fused into the eggshell, the entire giant egg suddenly burst forth with ten thousand zhang of black light!

Crack! Crack!

Countless cracks appeared on the eggshell.

An ancient, domineering Aura that could devour the heavens and earth leaked out from within.

Bang!

The eggshell exploded!

A pitch-black, furry cub, looking like a small lion yet somewhat like a small Qilin, slowly crawled out of the eggshell.

It yawned sleepily, then curiously opened its eyes, which were like black gemstones.

The first thing it saw was Chen Xu.

“Awoo?”

The little fellow tilted its head, seemingly a little puzzled.

It took wobbly steps with its four short legs, stumbling to Chen Xu’s feet, and rubbed its furry head against his pant leg, appearing incredibly affectionate.

“So cute!”

Bu Yifan, Sun Xiaoyue, and the other female Family members were instantly melted by the little fellow’s appearance.

Stars practically popped out of their eyes.

However, Chen Daoxuan, Sect Master Ba Dao, and the others discovered with horror.

After this seemingly harmless little fellow appeared, all the Spirit Beasts they kept, including Sect Master Wan Shou’s 본명 (natal) Demonic King, trembled in fear, lying on the ground, not even daring to lift their heads.

This was an absolute suppression originating from the depths of their Bloodline!

Just then, the little fellow seemed hungry. It opened its mouth and lightly sucked at a millstone-sized, hard boulder nearby, which was originally used to build the city wall.

A strange scene occurred!

That incredibly hard boulder instantly transformed into a stream of light.

And was swallowed in one gulp.

“Burp~”

The little fellow let out a satisfied burp and licked its lips, seemingly not yet full.

Everyone’s eyelids twitched at the sight.

“This beast is called the Sky-Swallowing Roar.”

Chen Xu looked at the little fellow, his eyes also full of affection: “An ancient Vicious Beast, upon adulthood, it can swallow the sun, moon, and stars.”

Hiss~!

Hearing this, everyone gasped in cold air.

Swallow the sun, moon, and stars?

What a terrifying existence that was!

“From now on, you’ll be called Xiao Hei.”

Chen Xu couldn’t be bothered to think of a domineering name and directly decided on it.

“Awoo!”

Xiao Hei seemed to like the name very much and let out an excited cry.

After dealing with these matters, Chen Xu’s gaze.

Fell upon another reward.

Ten Thousand Paths Heaven-reaching Tower!

He once again had a thought, and a ninety-nine-story white jade pagoda, exuding endless Daorhyme (Dao charm), appeared on the other side of Tianxuan City.

“Dao Xuan, Ba Dao, take people in to have a look.”

Chen Xu pointed at the pagoda, a mysterious smile on his face: “Remember, do not get lost in it.”

Although everyone was puzzled, they still obeyed and walked in.

Half an hour later.

When Chen Daoxuan, Sect Master Ba Dao, and the others rushed out of the pagoda, their faces flushed and their expressions excited.

Everyone was stunned.

“Father! A miracle! This is simply a miracle!”

Chen Daoxuan shouted incoherently, his Aura was actually much stronger than before he entered, faintly showing signs of touching the Middle Stage of Soul Transformation!

“Family Head! I... I feel like I’m about to Break through!”

Sect Master Ba Dao was even more exaggerated. He sat cross-legged, and the magic power in his body actually began to riot uncontrollably.

He had only stayed in the pagoda for half an hour!

Converted, it was equivalent to cultivating diligently for a full fifteen days inside!

Moreover, the Laws inside were clear, and the speed of comprehending Dao was a hundred times that of the outside world!

How could this be?

Everyone looked at the white jade pagoda, their eyes completely changed.

If the Reincarnation Hall was their trump card for survival, then this Heaven-Reaching Pagoda was the accelerator that would make their strength soar like a rocket!

Looking at everyone’s fervent eyes, Chen Xu smiled slightly.

This was the effect he wanted!

Next, Chen Xu no longer paid attention to everyone else, but instead devoted all his attention.

Into the construction of Tianxuan City.

He used the ten-thousand-li Dragon Vein underground as the Foundation, the human emperor seal as the Formation eye, and his own fifth-tier top-grade Formation attainments to begin repairing and upgrading the city-protecting Formation of this ancient Demon Suppressing City!

He invested all the Materials obtained from Lin Feng’s storage ring into it.

A full three days and three nights!

When Chen Xu placed the last Formation Flag.

Buzz—!

An invisible golden light screen, with Tianxuan City as its center, dramatically unfolded.

Instantly covering an area of a thousand li!

Nine golden giant Dragons, condensed from Imperial Dragon Qi, roamed and roared within the light screen.

A super Formation integrating defense, strangulation, illusion, and concealment—the Nine Dragons Town Heaven Xuanhuang Formation—was completely formed!

Chen Xu was confident that with this Formation, coupled with the blessings of the Dragon Vein and the human emperor seal, even if a Late Stage of Void Refining expert personally arrived.

They wouldn’t be able to easily break through!

Tianxuan City was impregnable!

After doing all this, Chen Xu gathered all the core members and held the Chen Family’s first Family meeting in the Spirit Realm in the main hall.

Looking at the faces below, which were all refreshed and filled with Battle Intent, Chen Xu nodded with satisfaction.

“The Foundation has been laid. What should we do in the future? Tell me your thoughts.”

Everyone discussed animatedly, some advocating immediate revenge and returning to the Tianyu Holy Land.

Others advocated outward expansion and conquering the wilderness.

Chen Xu listened quietly, then slowly raised his hand, silencing all voices.

“The humiliation from the Tianyu Holy Land, we will definitely avenge! The desolate lands, we will also definitely conquer!”

“But, not now.”

His gaze deepened: “Our most urgent task now consists of only nine words.”

“Build high walls, accumulate abundant provisions, and slowly claim kingship!”

He wanted to walk the true Imperial Dao path! Not to contend for temporary gains, but to lay the Foundation for ten thousand generations!

“Everyone, from this moment on, all of you are to enter the Heaven-Reaching Pagoda for secluded Cultivation! No one is allowed to come out until they Break through a major Realm!”

“Ba Dao, you are only one step away from the Middle Stage of Soul Transformation, I will help you Break through this time!”

“Dao Xuan, your Foundation still needs to be polished, your goal is the Middle Stage of Soul Transformation!”

“…”

Chen Xu meticulously planned the Cultivation path for everyone, and all of them were convinced and left to obey the order.

The entire Tianxuan City instantly entered a state of rapid development.

In the grand hall, only Chen Xu remained.

He slowly walked out of the hall, looked up at the hazy sky, and a murderous glint flashed in his eyes.

Tianyu Holy Land… just wait!

It won’t be long before my Chen Family comes knocking, slaughtering your entire Holy Land… Several months passed in the blink of an eye.

Inside Tianxuan City, a bustling scene unfolded.

The once desolate ancient city was now nourished by the majestic Imperial Dragon Qi, radiating vibrant vitality.

The Nine Dragons Town Heaven Xuanhuang Formation operated day and night, its golden light screen enveloping the entire city, isolating it from the dangers of the wilderness.

Inside the city, new buildings rose from the ground, and the Family market began to take shape.

However, the biggest change lay in the strength of the Chen Family members.

Inside the Ten Thousand Paths Heaven-reaching Tower, the flow of time differed from the outside world, and the Laws were clearly manifested.

The Chen Family Cultivators immersed themselves in diligent Cultivation day and night, their cultivation soaring rapidly.

Several months of diligent Cultivation yielded results far exceeding decades in the Lower Realm!

Murong Zhuyun was the first to emerge from seclusion, her green robes fluttering.

Her figure was light, her temperament cold, and divine light was contained within her eyes when they opened and closed.

Several months ago, she had just entered the Early Stage of Soul Transformation, but now she was at the Peak of the Middle Stage of Soul Transformation, only a step away from the Nascent Soul Stage Late Phase!

This rate of progress was terrifying.

Chen Daoxuan was not to be outdone.

He cultivated steadily and diligently, his Sword Intent becoming even sharper. Upon exiting the pagoda, he had already broken through to the Middle Stage of Soul Transformation, exuding a majestic Aura with every move, truly inheriting his father’s demeanor.

Sect Master Ba Dao, Sect Master Wan Shou, Liu Ruyan, Chu Xuan, Daoist Yuqing, and a host of other core members, under the dual blessings of the time flow and clear Laws within the pagoda, all broke through their shackles.

Each of them successfully entered the Soul Transformation Stage, becoming genuine powerhouses of the Spirit Realm.

These Old Ancestors, who once dominated the Lower Realm, were now beginning to show their potential in the Spirit Realm.

The number of high-level Cultivators in the Chen Family grew exponentially.

Even the female members like Bu Yifan, Sun Xiaoyue, and Qin Rouer did not slack off.

They also entered the Ten Thousand Paths Heaven-reaching Tower to Cultivate diligently, absorbing abundant Spiritual Qi.

Several months later, these three wives of Chen Xu had all successfully broken through to the Nascent Soul Stage, making the ranks of high-level Cultivators even larger.

Within Tianxuan City, life was vibrant.

Everyone was determined to make a name for themselves in the Spirit Realm.

However, amidst this surging Cultivation craze, Bu Yifan's belly grew larger by the day, attracting more of Chen Xu's attention. This was the child Chen Xu conceived in the Lower Realm, and now, it was finally about to be born in the Spirit Realm.

On this day, the sky above Tianxuan City suddenly changed.

The originally gray sky suddenly tore open a crack.

Ten thousand rays of light poured down from the crack, like a waterfall.

The brilliant light illuminated the entire Tianxuan City like a glazed immortal palace.

Immediately after, profound syllables slowly echoed from the Void Realm.

The sound was vast and ancient, like the chanting at the dawn of the Great Dao, or the Sanskrit sounds of the birth and destruction of all things.

The Sound of the Great Dao! It directly resonated within the Cultivators' Divine Souls, cleansing their Divine Sense and tempering their Primordial Spirits.

All Chen Family Cultivators in Tianxuan City, regardless of their cultivation level, put down what they were doing at this moment, looked up at the sky, and listened to the Great Dao.

Their minds became incomparably clear at this moment, as if they had touched the Origin of the Laws of Heaven and Earth.

Many immediately sat cross-legged, entering a state of Epiphany, their Aura rising steadily.

“Heavenly Phenomenon!”

Although Chen Daoxuan had seen his younger brothers' phenomena many times,

each time, he was still deeply shocked, as this meant another Qilin child was about to be born into the Chen Family.

“Such auspiciousness, could it be?”

Murong Zhuyun's eyes were complex as she looked towards the courtyard where Bu Yifan resided.

Indeed, all the ten thousand rays of light and the Sound of the Great Dao were converging towards Bu Yifan's courtyard.

The light was dazzling, completely engulfing the small courtyard.

Chen Xu was already in the courtyard.

He sensed the Heavenly Phenomenon, his heart filled with both surprise and joy.

This child is truly extraordinary!

Bu Yifan entered labor, her face pale, cold sweat beading on her forehead.

However, she bit her lip tightly, not uttering a sound.

She knew that this was not just childbirth, but also a baptism from Heaven and Earth.

Chen Xu stood by the bed, his expression serious and focused.

He spared no expense, as a vast amount of Primordial Violet Qi surged from his palm, like golden threads, coiling around Bu Yifan's body.

This purest and most sacred energy not only cleansed Bu Yifan's body and alleviated her pain,

but also nourished the unborn fetus, laying an incredibly solid Foundation for him.

Primordial Violet Qi permeated the entire room, dispelling all impurities.

Bu Yifan's body undulated in the golden light, her breathing became longer, and her pain greatly lessened.

Time passed minute by minute.

Outside, all the Chen Family members waited nervously.

The rosy glow in the sky grew denser, and the Sound of the Great Dao became clearer.

“Wah—”

Finally, a clear and powerful cry broke the silence of the courtyard!

This cry, like a Heavenly Immortal's thunder from the Nine Heavens, or a millennia-old grand bell, shook the Soul.

Outside, all the Chen Family members trembled, then were overcome with ecstasy.

Born!

The ten thousand rays of light gathered above the courtyard instantly condensed with the sound of the cry!

They did not dissipate; instead, they formed an enormous, golden and brilliant character “Cai” (wealth)!

The character “Cai” was a hundred zhang in size, floating above Tianxuan City, shining brightly.

It exuded a terrifying pressure.

“Cai... a ‘Cai’ character phenomenon?”

Sect Master Ba Dao was dumbfounded, his voice stuttering slightly.

“This... what kind of auspicious sign is this!”

Sect Master Wan Shou also exclaimed.

Everyone was shocked by this unprecedented phenomenon.

Inside the courtyard, Chen Xu held the newborn infant.

It was a chubby boy, eyes tightly closed, small mouth slightly open. The cry that had just shaken Heaven and Earth had now subsided, and he lay quietly in Chen Xu’s arms.

His skin was fair and tender, his face adorable, but what was most surprising was that his right hand was tightly grasping an accompanying golden coin phantom!

The golden coin phantom, as if cast from gold, gleamed with a faint golden light. Though a phantom, it was almost substantial, exuding an indescribable Aura of treasure.

Just then, the System prompt sounded loudly in Chen Xu’s mind:

【Ding! Congratulations to Host for having a child. Aptitude: Heaven Rank High Grade! Physique: Myriad Treasure Dao Body (naturally sensitive to treasures, Heaven-Defying Luck for wealth)!】

Upon hearing this, Chen Xu was first stunned, then burst into thunderous laughter!

“Hahaha! Heaven Rank High Grade Aptitude! Myriad Treasure Dao Body! Heaven-Defying Luck for wealth!”

His heart was filled with wild joy.

This was truly a huge surprise!

With this child, how could the Chen Family lack treasures?

How could the Chen Family not be prosperous?

He was practically the Chen Family's living God of Wealth!

“This child shall be named Chen Wanjin!”

Chen Xu announced loudly.

“Chen Wanjin!”

Although Bu Yifan was weak, she showed a happy smile upon hearing this name.

This name was grand and magnificent, and also full of Chen Xu's expectations and love for him.

Double happiness descended upon the Chen Family!

The Family's strength greatly increased, and a new member was added, one with such extraordinary talent.

Three days later, within Tianxuan City, the City Lord's Mansion was adorned with lanterns and streamers, bustling with excitement.

Chen Xu hosted a grand feast in the main hall of the City Lord's Mansion, entertaining all the Chen Family members.

The aroma of wine permeated the air, and joyous laughter dispelled the desolation and suppression of the Barren Gobi.

Everyone's faces were filled with joy and hope for the future.

At the banquet, everyone clinked glasses, and the atmosphere was lively.

Chen Xu sat at the head of the table, holding Chen Wanjin, occasionally teasing his beloved son in his arms.

Little Wanjin also seemed to feel this joy.

He babbled, letting out a tender laugh.

This laughter was innocent and pure, yet carried a strange penetrative power.

Just as everyone was immersed in celebration, Chen Wanjin suddenly stopped laughing.

His bright, star-like eyes looked towards a certain direction in the main hall.

Then, his small hand, still grasping the golden coin phantom, pointed sharply in that direction!

Seeing this, everyone was stunned.

They didn't understand why this newborn child would do such a thing.

Chen Xu's heart, however, skipped a beat.

Others might not understand, only thinking it was an unconscious act of an infant.

But he knew that his son, Chen Wanjin, possessed the Heaven Rank High Grade Myriad Treasure Dao Body!

He naturally had an extraordinary sensitivity to treasures!

This pointing was absolutely not accidental!

Deep within that dark Gobi, there must be a Heaven-shaking Opportunity hidden!

“Hahaha! Good! As expected of my son, Chen Xu!”

Chen Xu was overjoyed, he kissed Chen Wanjin and let out a hearty laugh.

The festive atmosphere in the main hall paused slightly, and everyone looked at their Family Head.

Chen Daoxuan, seeing his father so happy, couldn't help but ask, “Father, Wanjin he...”

Chen Xu's gaze swept over everyone, finally landing on the endless desolate darkness.

A hint of fervor flashed in his eyes.

“Wanjin has pointed out a path to wealth for our Chen Family!”

He didn't explain much, but these words were enough to shake the hearts of all the core members present.

Path to wealth? In this perilous Beiming Wilderness, the greatest path to wealth was an Opportunity that could strengthen the Family!

Chen Xu made a decisive decision, his voice echoing through the hall: “This matter should not be delayed. I will personally go and investigate tomorrow.”

“Father, your son wishes to go with you!” Chen Daoxuan immediately stepped forward.

“I'll go too!” Sect Master Ba Dao drained his cup of wine, his Battle Intent soaring.

“Family Head, count me in!”

Chu Xuan and others also requested to join.

Chen Xu raised his hand to quiet them.

His gaze was steady, his mind already made up.

“Tianxuan City has just been established, its Foundation is not yet stable, so someone must remain behind. Dao Xuan, Ba Dao, Chu Xuan, your mission is to guard our home.”

“During this period, no one is to slack off. Continue to Cultivate diligently in the Tongtian Pagoda and raise your strength as quickly as possible. In the Spirit Realm, strength is everything.”

Although everyone felt some regret upon hearing this, they understood that the Family Head was right and nodded in agreement.

Chen Xu’s gaze finally fell upon Murong Zhuyun and Daoist Yuqing.

“Murong, Daoist Yuqing, you two will accompany me.”

Murong Zhuyun was proficient in Formation Arrays and divination, and her mind was meticulous, making her the best candidate for exploring unknown places.

Daoist Yuqing's strength was solid, already in the Soul Transformation Stage, and he possessed many methods, making him a great asset.

“Yes, Family Head!”

The two immediately stood up and bowed in acknowledgment.

“Awoo?”

Xiao Hei, who was gnawing on a piece of fine iron Ore at Chen Xu's feet, raised its furry head, its large, black gem-like eyes full of confusion, as if asking, how could you not bring me?

Chen Xu laughed heartily and ruffled its head.

“Of course I wouldn't leave out a little fellow like you.”

This Sky-Swallowing Roar's Bloodline was extraordinary, and its perception of natural spiritual objects was equally keen. Bringing it along might have unexpected effects.

A celebration banquet for the newborn quickly turned into a pre-expedition mobilization meeting for a treasure hunt.

The next morning.

On the city walls of Tianxuan City, Chen Daoxuan and the others stood solemnly, watching three figures and a black exotic beast transform into a stream of light and disappear into the gray horizon.

“Father will surely return with a full harvest!”

Chen Daoxuan clenched his fists, his eyes full of trust... The Beiming Wilderness, vast and boundless.

This was a forbidden zone for life, but also a paradise for the strong.

Violent Spiritual Qi raged across the land like blades. Chen Xu's party of three people and one beast had been speeding across this desolate Gobi for two full days.

Their direction was precisely where Chen Wanjin had pointed that day.

“Awoo—!”

Just then, a dry riverbed below suddenly exploded, and more than a dozen gigantic Demonic Wolves, entirely black and exuding Demonic Qi of the Early Stage of Soul Transformation, burst out of the ground.

Their crimson eyes were filled with bloodthirsty killing intent. They opened their gaping maws, and streaks of foul-smelling black Demonic Wind shot towards Chen Xu and the others in the air like sharp arrows.