Clan Cultivation: Starting with Building an Island Immortal City

22: The secret technique was performed, bestowing upon him spiritual roots.The young people’s excited and fervent gazes focused on Li Yinglong, awaiting the ”serious matter” he was about to speak of.

Li Yinglong scanned the crowd, his expression solemn, his voice deep and resonant, cutting through the sea breeze:

”Within my Li Family’s Legacy, there is a secret method that can pour vast resources into a Family member within a short period, forcefully cleansing their meridians and marrow, awakening the hidden spirituality within their body, and directly helping them step into the threshold of the Immortal Dao.”

”When the method is complete, that Family member can Cultivate orthodox immortal techniques, just like Aunt Qingzhu and I.”

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone’s breathing stopped.

Some people’s pupils contracted, others’ fingertips trembled.

This wasn’t just about Cultivating faster --- this was about skipping the struggles of a Mortal and ascending to the Immortal Path in one step!

The reactions of the crowd were within Li Yinglong’s expectations.

He paused briefly, observing their suddenly heavy breathing and incredulous expressions, then continued:

”However, this secret method has stringent requirements, consumes immense resources, and places an extremely heavy burden on the caster. It is almost Heaven-Defying, not to be used lightly, and certainly cannot be performed endlessly.”

He did not mention the System’s ability, but instead described it as a forbidden technique similar to the ”Guan Ding” or ”Chuan Gong” legends of the Mortal world, making it easier for the children to accept.

”But I can assure you all,”

He changed his tone, offering hope:

”As long as you diligently Cultivate without ceasing and wholeheartedly pursue the Dao, the Family will continue to invest. Once enough has accumulated, I will, based on your Heart-Nature, diligence, and contributions to the Family, periodically select individuals to perform this technique upon, bestowing upon them an Immortal Opportunity!”

As soon as these words were spoken, it was like a giant stone thrown into a deep pool, stirring up monstrous waves in the hearts of the young people!

The Clan Chief said ”periodically select individuals to perform this technique”! This meant... they all seemed to have a chance?

In an instant, their breathing became as heavy as oxen, and all the young people’s eyes turned red, even more excited than when they received the Dao Scroll.

What Li Yinglong wanted was precisely this effect: to instill in them a value System where they first believed ’effort is useful,’ and then believed ’miracles are possible.’

Seeing that the time was right, he asked in a deep voice:

”Such an Opportunity, who among you... wishes to be the first to try?”

His original intention was to observe everyone’s reactions and Heart-Nature.

However, after his words fell, the scene did not descend into the expected scramble.

Only Li Changxuan, Li Changyu, and Li Changyue stepped forward almost simultaneously, raising their hands, their eyes burning with undisguised desire.

The others, including the eldest grandson Li Changyun and the non-Family disciples like Stone Iron Ox and Thunder Frost, all remained in place, not vying for the chance.

Li Changxing seemed to want to raise his hand, but his timid nature made him quietly lower it again.

Li Yinglong’s gaze swept across them, finally landing on Li Changyun:

”Changyun, why do you not contend? Do you not wish to Cultivate Immortality?”

Li Changyun didn’t expect to be called out, his face flushed, and then he cupped his hands:

”Replying to the Clan Chief, your grandson is not unwilling. However, my father often teaches that a towering building starts from the ground up, and if the Foundation is unstable, the earth will shake. Although this Opportunity is good, I fear it may be too rapid. Your grandson wishes to first temper his Foundation with his own strength, taking one step at a time, Cultivating diligently. Accumulating slowly to achieve great things is the long-term Dao.”

”This Opportunity, it is better to let those who need it more or have more talent among my younger siblings have it first.”

His words were earnest, revealing a kindness and steady nature inherited from his father, Li Qingshan, clearly the result of careful consideration.

A hint of approval flashed in Li Yinglong’s eyes, and he nodded slightly.

He then looked at the non-Family disciples like Stone Iron Ox, Thunder Frost, and Zhao Mingyuan:

”What about you all?”

Stone Iron Ox scratched his head, saying in a simple voice:

”Master, such a good thing should naturally go to the young masters and Young Misses of the main Family first. We... we can wait.”

Thunder Frost stood with her arms crossed; though her eyes showed desire, she also nodded:

”Tieniu is right, those are the rules.”

Zhao Mingyuan pushed at his forehead, calmly stating:

”Resources are limited, prioritizing the core Bloodline is reasonable.”

Li Yinglong understood in his heart.

The concepts of hierarchy and class barriers in this world were far more rigid and deeply ingrained than in his previous life, already deeply etched into the hearts of these young people.

He scanned the crowd, then slowly said:

”Brothers being friendly and respectful, yielding with courtesy, this is the proper demeanor one should have towards one’s own Family members, and I am very pleased.”

His tone then shifted, becoming grave and profound:

”However, you must remember! This kind of harmony should only be internal! Once you step onto the Immortal Path, it is like sailing against the current, fighting against the heavens for your destiny! The dangers of the outside world far exceed your imagination. In the face of Opportunity, if you constantly retreat and rely on luck, it is not benevolence, but rather a path to disaster! The Immortal Road is rugged, resources are limited. To contend with others, to contend with the heavens, if you do not contend and do not fight, your Dao Path will be cut off, and you might even... become a stepping stone for others, your body dead and your Dao extinguished!”

These words were like a splash of cold water, instantly sobering the young people who had been immersed in an atmosphere of humility, making their hearts tremble as if they had glimpsed a corner of the cruel truth of the Cultivation path in advance.

Li Yinglong took in their reactions, knowing the time was ripe:

”The current situation is special. I have already decided who will be granted this first Opportunity.”

Everyone immediately held their breath, their gazes uniformly focused on him, their minds filled with speculation, the atmosphere instantly tense.

Under the gazes of anticipation, doubt, and nervousness from everyone, Li Yinglong slowly raised his hand and pointed to the slender figure who had always been quiet and gentle in the crowd ---

”Lin Xiaowan.”

”What?!”

”Younger Sister Xiaowan?”

For a moment, exclamations of surprise and doubt rose all around.

Li Yinglong had expected this and, without waiting for questions, explained:

”In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures must be taken. My Li Family currently has only two Cultivators, myself and Qingzhu, and our power is meager. The top priority now is not to hastily add combat strength, but to have specialized talent that can help the Family produce resources and lay a Foundation!”

His gaze fell on the slightly bewildered Lin Xiaowan:

”Although Little Wan is not skilled in combat, her nature is gentle and meticulous, she has extreme talent in the Dao of medicine, and an extraordinary affinity for the properties of plants and herbs. This is a talent, one in ten thousand!”

At the same time, in Li Yinglong’s consciousness, the System’s information about Lin Xiaowan clearly appeared:

【Lin Xiaowan】

【Foundation: Mortal Low Grade | Comprehension Ability: Mortal High Grade】

【Personality Profile】Gentle and meticulous, compassionate, comprehends medical principles and medicinal properties extremely quickly, strong affinity for plants and herbs.

【Talent】Benevolent Heart, Skillful Hands: Her mind is delicate and subtle, with an almost instinctive deep understanding of the properties of plants and herbs and human pathology. She is skilled in healing and even better at cultivating and improving herbs, able to detect the most subtle growth needs and changes in plants.

【Loyalty】96

【Spiritual Root / Cultivation Body】None

【Future Path】: Family Physician, Alchemy Assistant, Spiritual Plant Master

In fact, every child had such information, which was also why Li Yinglong chose them.

”On this island, there are many plants with peculiar characteristics, such as Sea Soul Algae, and even more unknown spiritual plants and precious medicines. Their medicinal power is potent, requiring a specialist to identify, collect, Cultivate, and harmonize them before they can be used by us, rather than being wasted or even causing harm!”

”As an Immortal Cultivation Family, we need to open up spiritual fields and medicinal gardens, transforming the resources here into provisions that can temper your bodies and aid your Cultivation. This is the Family’s top priority right now! Little Wan is the perfect candidate.”

”If she enters the Immortal Path, with her talent, she will surely be able to lead us faster in developing and utilizing this island’s treasure trove, benefiting everyone! This is the most advantageous choice for the entire Family.”

His words were clear, logical, and hit the nail on the head.

Upon hearing this, everyone’s doubts vanished, replaced by sudden understanding and genuine agreement.

Indeed, a Family member who could manage a medicinal garden, identify medicinal properties, and perhaps even refine Medicinal Pills in the future, was crucial for everyone’s Cultivation!

Her long-term value far surpassed that of simply adding another ordinary combatant.

”Clan Chief is wise!”

”Younger Sister Xiaowan, congratulations!”

”We’ll have to rely on Younger Sister Xiaowan in the future!”

Everyone congratulated Lin Xiaowan, their tones sincere.

Lin Xiaowan herself had a slight blush on her pretty face, feeling flustered, but the flattered look in her eyes quickly turned to determination.

She took a deep breath, stepped forward, and bowed gracefully to Li Yinglong:

”Little Wan... Little Wan thanks the Clan Chief for his immense kindness! I will do my utmost to delve into the Dao of medicine, not failing the Clan Chief’s trust, nor the expectations of my brothers and sisters!”

Li Yinglong smiled and nodded:

”Good child.”

His expression then became solemn as he addressed the crowd:

”You all step back and form a circle, quietly observing the changes. Do not make noise or disturb. Today, we shall perform this ’Spirit Awakening’ ceremony for Little Wan, and you shall all bear witness!”

Everyone immediately retreated as instructed, forming a circle, holding their breath, and awaiting this sacred moment.