360: Chapter 361 The Ye Family Genealogy!

Ye Changsheng, Zhao Xiaoguang, Xiao Qingxue, and other Disciples of the Lingxiao Sect sat together, whispering among themselves, while other Loose Cultivators and representatives of small families lined both sides, filling every seat.

In the square outside the hall, there were many Loose Cultivators in the Qi Refining Stage and ordinary guests who, although not entering the hall, were craning their necks in anticipation.

The auspicious hour had arrived.

Ye Changge raised his hand, and the clamor in the hall gradually subsided. He lifted the wine cup before him; the Spiritual Wine inside was clear and mellow, with Spiritual Qi swirling around it. His wives, Lu Shiyin, Lu Shiqing, Liu Yiyi, and Xiao Caiyue, also each picked up their wine cups and stood gracefully by his side.

For a moment, everyone's gaze in the hall converged on the main seat.

Ye Changge's clear and bright voice rang out, carrying the unique spiritual power fluctuations of a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, clearly reaching the ears of everyone inside and outside the hall:

"Fellow Daoists, the Ye Family of Longmai Mountain is holding this grand ceremony today. I, Ye, am deeply grateful that you have traveled from afar to attend."

He paused, his gaze gentle yet carrying an undeniable majesty: "The Ye Family of Longmai Mountain has been established for three years now. Over these three years, thanks to the care of you, Fellow Daoists, the Ye Family has been able to gain a foothold here. Today's banquet is held, firstly, to thank you all for your kindness, and secondly, to share camaraderie with you all."

"I, Ye, would like to offer a toast to you all!"

As his voice fell, he tilted his head back and drained his cup.

Lu Shiyin, Lu Shiqing, Liu Yiyi, and Xiao Caiyue also raised their cups in unison, their postures dignified and elegant as they each drank the Spiritual Wine in their cups.

"Excellent!"

"Ancestor Ye is generous!"

"Congratulations on the third anniversary of the Ye Family of Longmai Mountain!"

A wave of enthusiastic responses erupted in the hall. The guests rose one after another, raising their cups to pay tribute to Ye Changge. For a time, goblets clinked, laughter filled the air, and it was incredibly lively.

"May the Ye Family prosper and flourish!"

"Wishing Ancestor Ye a prosperous Dao path and a flourishing Family!"

"The Spiritual Vein of Longmai Mountain is profound; with the Ye Family established here, the future is bound to be promising!"

Amidst the congratulations, Ye Changge smiled slightly, raised his cup to return the toast to everyone, then set it down, signaling everyone to make themselves at home.

The hall returned to the lively atmosphere of exchanging cups, with guests chatting or tasting Spiritual fruits and Spiritual Wine, enjoying themselves immensely.

In the great hall, goblets were exchanged, and the mellow fragrance of Spiritual Wine filled the air.

Ye Changge was chatting smilingly with several elders of other families, and just as the conversation was in full swing, suddenly—

[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for successfully holding the Family's third-anniversary ceremony; Family prestige has significantly increased! Rewards have been issued!]

[Obtained one copy of the "Ye Family Genealogy"! This genealogy is a Spiritual Artifact-level Legacy item that can automatically record the information of all Bloodline members of the Ye Family, and possesses three major functions: Bloodline sensing, location tracking, and direct-line early warning!]

[Family function panel unlocked! The Host can view important information such as the Family member list, Bloodline relationship chart, and the development overview of each branch through the panel!]

Ye Changge's hand holding the wine cup paused slightly, turbulent waves rising in his heart, but his face showed nothing at all, maintaining a gentle and composed smile as he raised his cup to toast an elder from a Family opposite him:

"Old Wang, you are too kind. The Ye Family could not have reached this day without the support of you old friends."

As he spoke, he secretly brought up the panel to take a look.

The panel appeared in his Divine Sense, clearly listing the information of all Bloodline members of the Ye Family, from his eldest son Ye Bufan to his newborn son who had just turned one month old, as well as his wives, concubines, offspring, and collateral clan members, all complete and neatly arranged.

Ye Changge calmly withdrew his Divine Sense, nodding inwardly: This genealogy has come at just the right time.

If the Ye Family branches out in the future and spreads across various places, with this genealogy in hand, he would not fear clan members getting lost or encountering danger.

He remained lighthearted and witty on the surface, drinking a few more cups with the elders. When the atmosphere was at its peak, Ye Changge set down his wine cup, sighed softly, and spoke with a tone of slight helplessness:

"My old friends, to be honest, besides holding this banquet to express my gratitude, I, Ye, have another matter I wish to discuss with you all."

Upon hearing this, the elders all set down their wine cups, showing expressions of concern: "Please speak, Ancestor Ye."

Ye Changge shook his head slightly and smiled bitterly: "Although the Ye Family has gained a foothold now, and everything on Longmai Mountain is stable, to be honest, the Ye Family has risen too quickly. In three years, going from nothing to its current scale, the Foundation is still shallow after all."

He paused, glanced at everyone, and continued: "Especially in terms of manpower, we are really stretched thin. Currently, the Talisman shop in White Bird Market, the Spiritual material acquisition point in Qingshui Town, and several newly opened mines on the outskirts of Longmai Mountain all lack reliable people to manage them. Although there are many Ye Family Disciples, most are still young and cannot yet take charge on their own."

"I, Ye, have thought it over and would like to discuss it with you old friends. If you have any idle industries in your families that need cooperation, or if you are willing to send capable people to manage certain industries jointly with the Ye Family, I, Ye, would be more than happy to."

As soon as he finished speaking, the eyes of several elders lit up.

An old man with white hair and beard clapped his hands and laughed: "Is this true, Ancestor Ye? I have long wanted to cooperate with the Ye Family! I was just afraid that Ancestor Ye would not look favorably upon my Zhang Family's meager assets, so I have been too embarrassed to bring it up!"

Another Middle-aged Cultivator also nodded repeatedly: "The business of the Ye Family's Talisman shop is the best in White Bird Market! If we could get a share of the profits, my Li Family would be more than willing!"

"Yes, yes! If the Ye Family eats meat, it's good enough for us to have some soup!"

"Rest assured, Ancestor Ye, leave the matter of manpower to me! I have a few juniors in my Family whose work is quite reliable…"

For a time, the atmosphere in the hall became increasingly fervent.

Ye Changge smiled and nodded, responding one by one, clearly explaining which industries could be cooperated on, how the profits would be divided, and what conditions were required, neither taking advantage nor suffering losses, managing the balance perfectly.

After listening, the elders inwardly marveled: This Ye Changge is so young, yet so experienced in handling affairs; no wonder the Ye Family could rise so rapidly.

With the main business mostly discussed, Ye Changge changed the subject, a gentle smile appearing on his face: "Speaking of which, I, Ye, have one more thing I would like to discuss with you old friends."

His gaze swept across the hall, his voice clear and bright: "My children are now gradually growing up."

"However, although I am a father, I do not wish to force my children."

Ye Changge's tone was serious, carrying the tenderness of a father: "The path of immortal cultivation prizes a steadfast Dao Heart. If a child is dedicated to seeking the Dao and does not wish to be delayed by romantic entanglements, I, Ye, will never force them. But if they happen to meet someone they are compatible with, I, Ye, will not stand in their way either."

"Therefore, I, Ye, thought that the juniors of our families might as well interact more. There is no need for deliberate matchmaking, but if they get along well, things will naturally fall into place."

He smiled: "If you old friends do not mind the Ye Family Disciples being unrefined, you might as well let your daughters come to Longmai Mountain more often, just to make friends."

As soon as these words fell, the eyes of several elders lit up with a brilliant light; they looked at each other, all understanding the implication without needing to speak.