NOVEL NEXT Chapter 4: Chapter 4: Promotion to Elder of Law
Chapter 4: Promotion to Elder of Law
"Aunt Ling?"
Lin Langtian softly murmured the name. Although he hadn't heard it before, it was clear this Nine Nether Fire Sparrow was female. The thought brought him some comfort—after all, if he were bound for life to a male Nine Nether Fire Sparrow, it would feel somewhat unsettling.
"Looks like I'll need to hunt for beast essences…" he recalled Aunt Ling's instructions before she went into slumber, and committed it firmly to memory. Now that they shared a bloodline link, their fates were tied. Reviving Aunt Ling would give him a valuable advantage on his journey across the continent.
But beast essences, known as "spiritual beasts" on the Tianxuan Continent, wouldn't be easy to find, especially high-grade ones that would meet Aunt Ling's needs. Shaking off the thought, Lin Langtian stretched out his fingers. In an instant, a dark, ominous, and mesmerizing black flame emerged.
"This is the Nine Nether Sparrow's black flame… It truly feels powerful and frightening," Lin Langtian murmured in awe.
With his bloodline connected to the Nine Nether Fire Sparrow, he could now access her powers, including this dark flame. When alive, Master Mu had been a Nirvana Realm expert, yet even his spirit stood no chance against this terrifying black flame. This alone spoke to its might.
If this flame were unleashed in the Dou Qi Continent, it would likely rival even the Empire's top-ranked Heavenly Flame. After all, the ancient Emperor Tuoshe in the Great Thousand World was only a Supreme, and even he would struggle to survive against the Nine Nether Fire Sparrow's flames.
But Aunt Ling was severely weakened, and Lin Langtian's power was still too low, so he could only harness a fraction of the black flame's full strength. Even so, with this black flame, Lin Langtian could be considered the top prodigy in the Great Yan Empire!
Filled with excitement, Lin Langtian was determined to live an extraordinary life with this second chance.
Knock, knock!
His thoughts were interrupted by a knock on the door. Frowning slightly, Lin Langtian walked over and opened it, revealing a middle-aged man in a black robe.
Recognizing the visitor, Lin Langtian quickly searched his memory and identified him.
"Elder Lin Zhi, what brings you here personally?"
The man, Elder Lin Zhi, managed the family archives and was a key figure in Lin Langtian's faction. In the original timeline, Lin Zhi had become Lin Dong's rival after the feud between Lin Langtian and Lin Dong escalated, earning him a reputation as an antagonist.
Now, with his fresh perspective, Lin Langtian held no resentment toward his faction's loyal members and instead sought to draw them closer.
"I came to tell you… wait, Langtian, you've broken through?" Elder Lin Zhi's expression turned to joy as he sensed Lin Langtian's energy.
Lin Langtian didn't bother hiding it and smiled. "Just now—I reached Minor Success in the Form Realm."
"Excellent! Not yet in your twenties and you've already reached the Form Realm within the Three Realms of Creation. We were right to place our hopes in you, Langtian. You're a true genius!" Elder Lin Zhi said, laughing.
Where there are people, there's rivalry, and the Lin Clan was no different. Elder Lin Zhi led a significant faction supporting Lin Langtian, drawn by his talent and anticipating future rewards for their investment. Lin Langtian's advancement solidified his reputation as a prodigy and bolstered the faction's position.
Noticing the elder's delight, Lin Langtian smiled slightly. Though he had never been involved in politics in his past life, he knew enough from his readings on power dynamics to understand how to build loyalty.
"Come, Langtian, we must inform the Clan Head immediately. Now that you've reached the Form Realm, the Great Elder will have no grounds to block your involvement in the clan's core matters," Elder Lin Zhi urged.
After a moment's thought, Lin Langtian nodded. Although he no longer held ambitions for power within the clan, gaining control over certain family resources would certainly help his growth.
At the Lin Clan's grand hall, rows of elders, their faces aged and their auras formidable, stood on either side. Each of them was a powerful figure outside the clan, but now, all eyes were on the young, charismatic man before them, with expressions that ranged from surprise to admiration.
Ignoring their gazes, Lin Langtian fixed his eyes on the middle-aged man in the center.
The man wore a blue robe, his hair streaked with black and white, and though his face looked middle-aged, his hair betrayed his advanced age. His thick eyebrows and piercing eyes radiated a commanding aura—a true sign of someone in a position of great authority. His presence filled the room with a sense of unyielding power.
Lin Langtian knew he was facing an authentic Nirvana Realm expert, none other than Lin Clan's current Clan Head—Lin Fan.
"Langtian greets the Clan Head!" Lin Langtian said respectfully, bowing.
As Lin Fan studied him, he was struck by an unexpected sense of inscrutability about this young man.
Shaking off the feeling, Lin Fan laughed heartily, "Langtian, you truly are the Lin Clan's finest talent, breaking into the Form Realm at such a young age!"
"Thank you, Clan Head. It's all thanks to the clan's cultivation," Lin Langtian replied humbly, smiling.
His humility caught the elders off guard. The Lin Langtian they knew had always been proud and aloof, never one for modesty. Though surprised, they were pleased, seeing this as a positive sign of his maturity and loyalty.
"Well said!" Lin Fan beamed. He had high hopes for Lin Langtian, expecting him to represent the Lin Clan in the Hundred Dynasty Battle a few years down the line. Since Lin Dong had yet to demonstrate his talent, Lin Fan was especially invested in nurturing Lin Langtian.
"As a reward for Langtian's rapid progress, I declare that from today onward, Langtian will assume the role of Elder of Law in our clan!" Lin Fan announced.
At this, the elders in Lin Langtian's faction, led by Elder Lin Zhi, could barely contain their joy. Meanwhile, on the left side of the hall, a few elders led by an older man in a purple robe furrowed their brows.
The purple-robed elder was the clan's Great Elder, Lin Mu. As head of his own faction, Lin Mu naturally didn't want to see Lin Langtian's influence expand. But seeing Lin Fan's elation and acknowledging Lin Langtian's undeniable talent, he decided against voicing opposition.
Just as he gave up on objecting, Lin Fan continued, "Additionally, Langtian will be granted access to the clan's archive."