553: Resource allocation, handover of red leaves

All the Immortal Masters in the conference room were silent.

But it was undeniable that this news truly shocked them for a long time.

After a brief consideration, Lin Shiming understood.

True Lord Xueshan did not want to give up Coral Island's transcendent status.

After all, Coral Island used to be just one of the inner islands, with no greater advantage.

Moreover, according to the initial plan, there was probably only one King Island, which was Coral Island.

It was only because the Lin Family had a True Lord level combat power that this situation arose.

Of course, when Nascent Soul Cultivators later mastered the power of the Domain, Coral Island might cause trouble again.

After all, the Autumn Blood Sword was just a broken sword, and the power it could exert was between Nascent Soul and Golden Core, with occasional bursts reaching that level.

The reason it could defeat Immortal Master Nine Dragons earlier was that these Immortal Masters had limited power, having just broken through, and there were not many ancient records of sixth-order Nascent Soul True Lords.

In this regard, Lin Shiming thought of the Qingxuan Sect and the Tai Bai Sword Palace.

The Qingxuan Sect had taken away a part of the Qingxuan Sect's Legacy, and the Tai Bai Sword Palace must also have some secret techniques and Divine Abilities regarding sixth-order Nascent Soul Cultivators.

For Lin Shiming, when he reached the Nascent Soul stage, he would not be so lacking in Divine Abilities and secret techniques.

And this period of advancement for Nascent Soul Cultivators was also a time for the Lin Family to develop rapidly.

Lin Shiming did not refute, as this King Island also had benefits for the Lin Family; at least, in the future allocation of Secret Realms and during attacks by the Heavenly Illumination Sect, the Lin Family could gain more advantages.

However, this also meant that the Lin Family would have to exert great effort in attacking the Heavenly Illumination Sect.

But in fact, Lin Shiming would have to exert just as much effort even if he didn't hold the title of King Island.

"Alright, then this matter is settled. The island model remains the same as before, with major issues decided by vote: ordinary inner islands have one vote, the top three islands have two votes, and King Islands have four votes. In addition, Daoist Hongye's Family, the Ye Family, performed outstandingly in this internal strife and will henceforth govern the Golden Thunder Islands, while the Hongye Islands and the Lanling Archipelago will both be managed by Fellow Daoist Qian Mu's Family!"

"What are everyone's opinions?" True Lord Xueshan continued.

The Immortal Masters looked at each other, then all shook their heads.

They hadn't voiced any opinions on the King Island earlier, so it was naturally impossible for them to do so this time.

After all, True Lord Xueshan had mentioned the interests of the Hongye Islands and the Lin Family together, and no one dared to refute her.

No one was qualified to refute her either.

Immortal Master Tian Liu and Real Person Qianji, the only ones who could have refuted, were not present this time, which conveyed a lot of information.

"What are Daoist Hongye and Fellow Daoist Qian Mu's opinions?"

"Thank you, True Lord!" Lin Shiming and Real Person Hongye both cupped their hands.

True Lord Xueshan nodded with satisfaction and then spoke again:

"Since the Alliance's situation has changed, the quotas for Coral Island's Ziyang Secret Realm and Heavenly Secret Realm must also be revised!"

"What are your opinions? Please all express them!" True Lord Xueshan spoke again.

However, the Immortal Masters' expressions once again turned a bit sour.

They weren't allowed to express their opinions at first, and now that the status of King Island and inner islands had been confirmed, there wasn't much room left for them to express opinions.

Previously, it was divided into three levels: the weakest inner islands had ten quotas, those with Middle Stage Golden Core or multiple Golden Cores had twenty quotas, and those in the Late Golden Core Stage had thirty quotas.

Coral Island had forty quotas.

This definitely needed to change now.

"I believe that ordinary inner islands should still maintain ten quotas, the top three islands thirty quotas, and King Islands fifty quotas. Regarding the Alliance's revenue, of the 10% revenue submitted to the Alliance from various market Teleportation Arrays, King Islands will take 50%, the top three islands 30%, and ordinary inner islands 20%!"

It was Immortal Master Yumo who proposed this, and he spoke with some helplessness.

This model would definitely harm the interests of the ordinary inner islands.

But it had to be said.

And he couldn't damage the interests of the top three islands.

Lin Shiming was naturally satisfied with the allocation.

The other Immortal Masters were also very satisfied with this allocation, as for True Lord Xueshan, she did not express her stance.

At this moment, Lin Shiming also stepped forward. Just because others didn't express their stance didn't mean he couldn't.

"Fellow Daoists, True Lord, Lin believes that although the Lin Family has Nascent Soul level combat power, it is not truly at the Nascent Soul stage. Forty quotas for the Ziyang Secret Realm should suffice, and 20% of the Alliance's revenue would be enough!" Lin Shiming said.

As soon as he said this, the others nodded, and True Lord Xueshan also spoke at this moment:

"This is inappropriate."

"Senior True Lord, the Lin Family knows its foundation is insufficient and cannot bear such a burden, nor can it convince the masses. The Alliance should naturally win people's hearts and minds!" Lin Shiming was well aware of True Lord Xueshan's politeness.

If he didn't know when to advance or retreat after she offered the title of King Island, that would be truly limiting his path.

"Then let's settle this matter!" True Lord Xueshan nodded at this, appearing quite troubled.

The other Immortal Masters nodded in succession.

True Lord Xueshan's nod was actually the moment the plan was confirmed.

"Then everyone, go back and prepare. When we conquer the Heavenly Illumination Sect, there will definitely be surplus islands to divide!" Real Person Xueshan said, concluding the meeting.

He raised his wine glass again, inviting everyone to drink freely.

After a cup of fifth-grade spirit wine, the Cultivators felt much more relaxed.

At least the oath of the heavenly dao that Lin Shiming had anticipated was gone.

Not setting new oaths of the heavenly dao and rules was beneficial to all Immortal Masters.

Lin Shiming could also keep the purple illusion heaven smoke wine.

After leaving the Red Leaf Palace, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and their gazes towards Lin Shiming carried a hint of gratitude.

If Lin Shiming hadn't been there to hold things in check.

Today would definitely have been a one-man show.

But even so, it could be foreseen that if Coral Island did not gain enough benefits in this conquest, the ordinary inner islands among the twelve inner islands would definitely suffer encroachment.

This time, everyone was clear about Coral Island's strength; it had no problem resisting three top three islands alone.

Lin Shiming returned to the Welcoming Lin Palace, where Lin Zeli and the others had long been waiting.

"This time, the Family will govern the Hongye Islands and the Lanling Archipelago!" Lin Shiming announced.

As soon as he spoke, all the Lin Family members were overjoyed.

This meant that the Lin Family's power could expand nearly tenfold!

They could have over twenty subordinate forces.

Of course, those who previously depended on the Hongye Islands might also follow Real Person Hongye to Golden Thunder Island.

Golden Thunder Island was, after all, more prosperous, and Real Person Golden Thunder's forces were all reshuffled.

It was a vast land with a sparse population.

However, for the Lin Family, this was even better, as he could cultivate more of his own forces.

By now, the Lin Family definitely needed to support some Purple Mansion Families.

"We can prepare to go back!" Lin Shiming looked at Lin Zeli and the others and instructed.

The Cultivators also packed their belongings. As for everything in the Welcoming Lin Palace, they didn't care; the Cultivators of Coral Island would arrange for people to clean and look after it.

Even if they left people there, it would be unnecessary.

Coral Island would not be at ease, and they would not gain any benefits.

The group headed towards the Teleportation Array plaza.

In the plaza, Real Person Hongye and Zhao Yulin were there, seemingly waiting, and saw Lin Shiming approaching.

The few of them greeted Lin Shiming.

Especially Real Person Hongye, who had truly experienced great ups and downs this time.

She thought she could get Golden Thunder Island, but was struck down by one True Lord after another. In the end, it was Lin Shiming's Autumn Blood Sword that displayed its strength.

Allowing the Ye Family to once again claim Golden Thunder Island.

Lin Shiming and Real Person Hongye exchanged pleasantries for a while, then entered the Teleportation Array together.

Zhao Yulin, however, entered another one, as Tianliu Island and Hongye Island had different Teleportation Arrays and different Teleportation addresses.

As the white light illuminated, Lin Shiming, Real Person Hongye, and their group appeared on the Teleportation Array of the Hongye Islands.

Hongye Island was very large, and the Hongye Islands' sea area was even larger.

Lin Shiming's Divine Sense spread out, seeing countless mountains, rivers, market towns, and residential areas.

He also saw many busy Cultivators in the sea area!

He couldn't help but feel a little dazed and emotional.

He remembered that the first time he visited the Hongye Islands, he was shocked by its prosperity and vastness.

Now, with the passage of time, it would soon become the Lin Family's territory.

For Lin Shiming, it was indeed somewhat surreal.

But this world was like this: the strong prey on the weak.

"Junior Brother Lin, my father just sent a message inviting Junior Brother Lin to sit on the island for a while. Last time, I didn't get enough of the Bichun Tea, but this time it's guaranteed!" Real Person Hongye said.

"Then thank you, Senior Sister!" Lin Shiming nodded, not refusing.

This conversation was also to discuss when the Ye Family of the Hongye Islands would move out.

And also about the future handover of the islands.

For the Lin Family, the sooner this move happened, the better.

But the Hongye Islands would definitely harvest many resources before that.

Even many Spiritual Veins would be moved away.

As for these Spiritual Veins, some must be left in the Hongye Islands. Otherwise, if the Spiritual Veins of the Hongye Islands were inferior to those of Shuangmu Island, defense would become a problem!

There was no need to worry about the Formation; he had exchanged for a fifth-grade Medium Grade defensive Formation at the trade fair, which could be perfectly set up on the Hongye Islands.

Upon reaching the center of Hongye Island, Lin Shiming waved his hand, allowing Lin Zeli and the others to also explore the market of the Hongye Islands.

Lin Zeli was alright, but Lin Zehong was particularly excited, actively pulling Lin Changxing along.

She said she wanted to show this grand-nephew around properly.

Lin Shiming's expression was naturally strange, but on the Hongye Islands, the possibility of danger was reduced.

Purple Mansion Cultivators were rare, and with Lin Zeli's strength, not many could compare to him.

Lin Shiming could also rest assured.

Passing through the streets, they arrived at Red Leaf Palace.

Inside Red Leaf Palace, many Cultivators were busy.

And Real Person Gufeng, who once guarded the treasure pavilion, was now guarding the entrance of Red Leaf Palace.

"Senior Gufeng!" Lin Shiming cupped his hands.

Real Person Gufeng was Real Person Hongye's father, so addressing him as 'Senior' was appropriate.

"Just call me Fellow Daoist Ye. Thank you, Fellow Daoist Lin, for this time!" Real Person Gufeng shook his head and invited Lin Shiming into the palace.

Although they had long known that the Lin Family was not simple, this time they not only had many Golden Core level combatants, but even Nascent Soul level combatants.

While grateful, they also felt fortunate.

If they had truly continued to develop in the Hongye Islands, and more Immortal Masters appeared in the Lin Family, how would their Ye Family get along?

That would have been quite awkward then.

Now, taking the initiative to move out, they could gain a larger stage and not offend the Lin Family.

It was killing two birds with one stone.

Entering the palace, it was already a celebration banquet.

A dragon-slaying feast was laid out, though not of fifth-grade demon kings, but of fourth-grade top-tier flood dragons.

The color, aroma, and taste were all excellent, and it was cooked perfectly.

The spirit tea was also fifth-grade Bichun Tea.

Besides the spirit tea, there was also a pot of spirit wine, which was fifth-grade jade ambrosia dew.

There were exactly three seats.

"Today should not be rushed, Fellow Daoist Lin, you must have a good chat!" Real Person Gufeng said.

The three sat at the table, and Real Person Hongye began to raise her cup, drinking the jade ambrosia dew.

This wine had a mellow taste and abundant Spiritual Qi, equivalent to several months of diligent cultivation for a Golden Core Cultivator.

After drinking, Real Person Hongye's Face was also slightly flushed, making her exceptionally beautiful.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, I also thank you for helping our Ye Family!" Real Person Gufeng raised another toast to Lin Shiming.

Lin Shiming accepted each one, then also raised his wine glass.

"Fellow Daoist Ye, Senior Sister Hongye, I also thank the Ye Family for taking care of our Lin Family!" Lin Shiming toasted the two.

This round made everyone feel respected and enjoyed themselves more.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, the Ye Family has a considerable foundation, so it might take about half a year to move out!" After drinking sufficiently, Real Person Gufeng spoke.

Lin Shiming also nodded at this point.

Now, let alone the Ye Family, even the Lin Family would take a considerable amount of time to relocate.

And the Ye Family likely had even more Cultivators and Mortals.

"However, Fellow Daoist Lin, rest assured. In terms of Spiritual Veins, the Ye Family will not take away the fifth-grade Medium Grade Peak Spiritual Vein. Additionally, there is a fifth-grade Low Grade pure earth Spiritual Vein that will also be left behind. This can produce spirit soil, which I believe the Lin Family will find useful in the future..."

Real Person Gufeng also began to detail the asset handover situation.

Besides the Spiritual Veins, the Hongye Islands also had one Earth Grade Secret Realm, two Mysterious Grade Secret Realms, and eight Yellow Grade Secret Realms, all of which would be handed over to the Lin Family.

However, the Ye Family would not touch the Yellow Grade Secret Realms and Mysterious Grade Secret Realms.

But for the Earth Grade Secret Realm, the Ye Family would enter it once every ten years, for the next hundred years.

After all, the Ye Family had cultivated many Spirit Medicines within the Secret Realm, which couldn't be taken away in a short time.

Lin Shiming couldn't help but marvel at the wealth of the Hongye Islands.

He also became curious about the Secret Realms of the Golden Thunder Islands.

Besides the Secret Realms, Real Person Gufeng also told Lin Shiming about three small Medium Grade Spirit Stone mines and one large Low-Grade Spirit Stone mine.

There were also two small second-grade spirit jade mines.

These mineral veins, due to being mined in a relatively controlled manner, still had half of their reserves and would also be transferred to the Lin Family!

Upon hearing all the benefits, Lin Shiming felt a dizzy spell.

The Ye Family was too generous today.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, these are all that the Ye Family can currently offer, and we hope that the Ye Family can remain an ally of the Lin Family!" After saying so much, Real Person Gufeng's final words were from the heart.

Although they were allies before.

But at that time, Hongye Island was strong, and the Lin Family was weak.

Now, the Ye Family is weak, and the Lin Family is strong; the situation has reversed.

And this time, it was indeed largely thanks to the Lin Family.

Otherwise, the Ye Family's situation would be extremely precarious.

"Oh, and Junior Brother Lin, regarding the situation of the Lanling Archipelago, I will inquire about it for you one by one then!" Real Person Hongye added.

Lin Shiming repeatedly thanked her, though he didn't have high hopes for the Lanling Archipelago.

After all, it had been governed by Coral Island for several years.

Plus, there was still the handover period...