138: Ling Tian's working empire is all about exploitation

"Got it, I'll be right there."

"Old Ancestor, this way please. Why didn't you notify us when you returned?"

Jun Wenhao chuckled a few times and invited the Old Ancestor in. The Old Ancestor's expression wasn't very good, but he still entered the room.

As for the reason, there's no need to say more.

"Handle your family affairs properly."

The Old Ancestor snorted lightly. Although he didn't specify, it was clear he was somewhat displeased with Jun Siyu.

He could be said to be the person who cared most about the Jun Family, and the rumors outside were spreading like wildfire.

"Yes, yes. Hey! You! Take her back first."

"It's settled. I'll send you out of the Jun Family at a suitable time."

Jun Wenhao continued to chuckle, then called a Disciple over, instructing Jun Siyu while giving orders.

"..."

Jun Siyu opened her mouth, but before she could say anything, the elderly man in front of her glared her into silence. She could only lower her head and leave with the Disciple.

"Tell someone to lead my ox over, and then..."

"Is it truly Divine Authority?"

After the Old Ancestor entered, he pointed at his old yellow ox, then sat down and spoke leisurely.

Although he appeared calm, his heart pounded fiercely when he heard the news; otherwise, he wouldn't have rushed back so urgently.

After settling the Old Ancestor, Jun Wenhao also sat down, thought carefully, and then spoke solemnly: "Based on the descriptions of the Disciples in the Secret Realm and what I witnessed personally... it should undoubtedly be Divine Authority."

"The purple light wave that swept everything is undeniably real. Old Ancestor, you should have seen it too. As for the pillar of light symbolizing Divine Authority... although I saw it, it was only for an instant. It might be related to the Human Emperor Legacy."

"The Tenth Dao Child, Jun Hongxuan, saw the pillar of light up close. It was indeed a Divine Authority pillar. That is something nothing can conceal. As for it only appearing for an instant, it's possible Lingxiao entered the Human Emperor Dao Field, and his Divine Authority was Awakened there."

The Old Ancestor listened carefully, nodding occasionally.

There was some joy in his brows, and also some helplessness.

"I never expected that the era would change in just one day. Before, it was about which family had more Prodigies, which family was stronger. Now, one Divine Authority Holder can rival countless Prodigies. This is absolute suppression, an insurmountable chasm for Mortals. The days to come will be an era where only Divinities are qualified to intervene."

"However, I didn't expect the first Divine Authority Holder to appear to be Lingxiao. It's somewhat within reason."

"In terms of talent alone, that Prodigy from the Ye Family hasn't Awakened yet. Lingxiao is undoubtedly the first. Coupled with various events... it can be said there are traces to follow."

"Heaven bless my Jun Family..."

"It's just that Divinities will resonate with each other, and the second Divine Authority Holder is probably about to appear. I wonder who it will be."

The Old Ancestor sighed with emotion, then seemed to just remember: "Right, how was the news about the Divine Authority Holder handled?"

"The news is temporarily sealed. And because of my granddaughter... and the Qin Family matter, the news of a Divine Authority Holder appearing hasn't spread yet. Does Old Ancestor have any instructions?"

Jun Wenhao asked cautiously, fearing he might displease this Emperor and receive a slap.

Unexpectedly, the Old Ancestor first pondered for a while, then looked up at the distance and let out a sigh of emotion.

"Let's keep this matter sealed for now. We'll decide after asking Lingxiao what he means."

As he spoke, he seemed to remember something and chuckled unconsciously.

"Ha, you see, how old was Lingxiao the first time he participated in a Jun Family high-level decision? If I remember correctly, he was five, wasn't he?"

As he spoke, the Old Ancestor's gaze gradually became hazy. He recalled Jun Lingxiao's appearance as a child, and even unconsciously began to reach out and measure: "He was only that big when he sat with all the Great Emperors to discuss things, right? Barely up to my leg. In the blink of an eye... he's grown so much."

"Not just his height, but his ability and state of mind have long since surpassed what they were. He no longer even needs us old bones to intervene; we can completely entrust all these matters to him."

"The current Jun Family doesn't matter without me, but you see, Lingxiao was only unconscious for a day, and the whole family was in chaos."

His words resonated deeply with Jun Wenhao, who also nodded in agreement, then began to feel melancholic.

"Indeed, looking back now, I feel that pulling a five-year-old child to discuss such important matters back then was truly not ideal, but there was no other choice..."

"My unfilial son, the brightest new star of the Jun Family, vanished carrying countless hopes. This position couldn't be empty for even a moment; someone had to sit there. Lingxiao happened to be available. It was all out of helplessness."

"Thinking about it now, it would have been good to give him more time to play, but... helplessness."

"But Old Ancestor, I don't agree with what you just said. What do you mean it's the same with or without you? If it weren't for you, where would the current Lingxiao be? Besides, isn't the current mess because he brought a bunch of people back?"

Faced with Jun Wenhao's flattery, the Old Ancestor grunted as if waking from a dream:

"Enough! Stop with the damn flattery! If the position of Divine Child had been given to someone else back then, would we have today?"

"Quickly deal with your family's messy affairs. The rumors outside are already spreading like wildfire, with all sorts of versions. Handle it before things get out of hand. If you can't handle it, then I will."

"Of course, before dealing with these messes left by you and your son, I'll definitely give you a slap first, you disgraceful thing!"

"Stop arguing. Let's go see Lingxiao."

While the two were talking, Ling Tian was already standing by Jun Lingxiao's bed, excitedly saying that he had found a treasure.

"Big Brother! You don't know, a group of fools came. They're from another world... no, for Big Brother, they might be considered people from a Small World? Anyway, you don't know that if you just trick them a little, they'll work themselves to death for you. And these people are protected by Law; if they die, they'll revive infinitely, only losing a small part of their memory as a price."

"As long as we have these people under us, this world will be ours in the future!"

"Big Brother, don't worry! I'm very familiar with these people. Just wait to gather your subordinates."

Ling Tian gesticulated excitedly, his face full of enthusiasm. He didn't reveal his identity as a Transmigrator, and even thoughtfully used various explanations to help Jun Lingxiao understand who these people really were.

But he wouldn't have thought that Jun Lingxiao was also a Transmigrator.

After listening for a while, he understood: game players Transmigrating to another world, an old trope.

However, being able to revive infinitely was indeed a good thing, but... Jun Lingxiao really wanted to ask, Ling Tian, doesn't your heart ache when you exploit your fellow countrymen like this?

In Jun Lingxiao's eyes, Ling Tian had completely regarded these fellow countrymen as his free laborers, which was indeed true.

Who doesn't love free laborers?

"How are they settled?"

Jun Lingxiao opened his mouth, his voice a little hoarse. This unconsciousness was like settling all the physical fatigue at once; he felt uncomfortable all over.

"We've temporarily set up tents on the Floating Island. Big Brother, don't worry, those people have hands and feet. Just give them a piece of land, and you don't even need to give them supplies!"

Ling Tian said, still looking excited. Jun Lingxiao felt a bit speechless.

Which protagonist is like you?

Oh, some protagonists really are like that.

"In my name, tell someone to send over some essential supplies: clothes, bedding, and food. Then, ask a Formation Master to set up a few Formations for wind protection and the like. Anyway, try to solve any problems, and I'll go check later."

"It gets very cold on the Floating Island at night."

Jun Lingxiao wasn't worried about the True Dragon Clan; he was worried about a group of ordinary people who hadn't started to Cultivate yet. Jun Lingxiao was truly afraid they would freeze to death.

"Ah? Oh, oh."

Ling Tian was already very excited, and now he was even more excited.

The suffering laborers finally met a boss who cared about his subordinates!

Oh-ho! Taking off!

[Ding! Reward settlement complete, awaiting collection.]

The System's voice in his mind, the world's voice, and the voices of various Seniors all mixed together, giving Jun Lingxiao a splitting headache. He simply ignored everything.

Watching Ling Tian's happy retreating figure, he originally intended to lie down for a while longer, but a glance from the corner of his eye caught a pink corner of clothing peeking out from beside the door.

He almost forgot that his cheap little sister hadn't been dealt with yet.

"Come in."

He called out.

Then he saw the corner of the clothing tremble, then disappear directly. After a long while of hesitation, Jun Siyu slowly walked out and stood at the doorway.

She lowered her head, her hands tightly clutching her clothes, her voice full of grievance.

"They want to send me away..."