Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 1485 - 1485 0852 Bestowing a Residence

Chapter 1485: Chapter 0852: Bestowing a Residence Chapter 1485: Chapter 0852: Bestowing a Residence Chapter 0852: The Granting of Residence

Knowing full well that Qi Tian’s modified plan was a trap, the Mansion Master still charged in without hesitation. The Second Elder Li Che and the others naturally wouldn’t offer any objections, each nodding in agreement. And so, the matter was settled.

Yi Xuwen then said, “Now that the status of the Great Elder is determined, and everyone has agreed on the allocation of benefits, let’s arrange a residence for the Great Elder. As the Great Elder who stands shoulder to shoulder with us in the National Master Manor, your dwelling must not be inferior. Great Elder, you may wander anywhere within the bounds of the National Master Manor and choose any place you like. Just say the word, and I will immediately command someone to build a grand mansion especially for you.”

Qi Tian shook his head. Huang Liuyan had once taken him on a tour within the National Master Manor. Although there were some areas he hadn’t been able to see, he was quite clear about the overall layout of the National Master Manor. There were no particularly large spaces where a grand mansion could be built for him. Moreover, Qi Tian didn’t have any special requirements in this regard. He said, “Mansion Master, I am perfectly content to stay in my original place; there’s no need to go to the trouble of building a house for me. My willingness to join the National Master Manor is not driven by such concerns. What matters most, of course, is my hope that my joining can enhance the foundation of the National Master Manor and contribute to its development. Secondly, I hope to use the foundation and resources of the National Master Manor to help me reach the Nascent Soul Stage as soon as possible. As for the other aspects, as long as it is not too shabby, it is sufficient.”

Yi Xuwen said, “Great Elder, if you do not express any special requests, that reflects your noble character, but our National Master Manor cannot treat you poorly. Since the Great Elder does not wish for large-scale constructions, I remember there is a courtyard that I lived in before becoming Mansion Master. If the Great Elder does not find it objectionable, you may move there.”

Qi Tian nodded and replied, “Then I shall humbly accept and thank you, Mansion Master, for granting me a residence.”

The courtyard that Yi Xuwen lived in before becoming Mansion Master was quite renowned within the National Master Manor. Although Yi Xuwen hardly resided there after taking up the role of Mansion Master, the courtyard was maintained daily and repaired yearly. It was kept in excellent condition. Additionally, this place was brimming with Spirit Qi, making it a rare cultivating sanctuary within the National Master Manor. Countless disciples within the National Master Manor coveted this courtyard, but nobody dared suggest moving in. Yi Xuwen had never mentioned giving this courtyard to anyone, and with Qi Tian’s sudden move there, it immediately sent shockwaves throughout the National Master Manor. Soon after, Yi Xuwen formally decreed to everyone in the National Master Manor that Qi Tian would assume the role of the Great Elder with immediate effect, enjoying the same authority as the Mansion Master, capable of handling all the affairs, both great and small, within the National Master Manor.

Yi Xuwen’s order left all the disciples of the National Master Manor in a state of shock and uncertainty, unaware of what had transpired. Some, who had closer ties to the Second Elder Li Che and others, hoped to learn what had happened from them, yet no matter how they inquired, Li Che and the several Nascent Soul Masters all remained silent, refusing to disclose anything. Yi Xuwen had issued a strict command, and unless the elders were prepared to betray the National Master Manor, none would dare to recklessly reveal that Qi Tian now possessed a mount like Huo Yunbiao.

Within the National Master Manor, turmoil brewed, and people’s hearts were unsettled as they all watched the Great Elder’s residence closely.

To the scrutinizing gazes of these people, Qi Tian paid no attention at all. He even went as far as to post a notice at the entrance to his residence. It contained two main points. The first was his decision to establish a reward fund within the National Master Manor and to share the eligibility criteria with everyone. The second was to inform everyone that he would not interfere in the specific affairs of the National Master Manor. The manor would continue to operate as it had before, and there was no need to seek his guidance or judgement for issues. Should any matters arise, they should consult the Mansion Master or the Second Elder, and not to disturb his quiet cultivation.

There were originally some people who wanted to curry favor with Qi Tian, but when they saw the notice he posted, many felt resentful, and there were even those who thought Qi Tian was nothing more than a pretty but useless thing. Otherwise, why pass up such a good opportunity to grab the reins of power at the National Master Manor and instead hide away, refusing to meet with anyone?

These people could never guess what was going through Qi Tian’s mind, and they couldn’t possibly understand the order upon which the National Master Manor, let alone the entire Cultivation World, was founded. Qi Tian, however, maintained a very clear understanding that as long as his cultivation level kept rising, as long as he possessed strength that made the Mansion Master and various Elders wary, he would always have paramount authority within the National Master Manor at any given time, which could not be stripped away by anyone. There was absolutely no need to reflect this by managing the daily affairs of the National Master Manor or grasping for power.

The residence where Qi Tian now lived was quite large, with over a dozen buildings just for housing. It was too much for him alone, so he sent a Message Paper Crane to Huang Liuyan, inquiring whether she would like to be his neighbor and share the yard.

Huang Liuyan was not one to put on airs and moved over after receiving Qi Tian’s Message Paper Crane. She did not come alone but brought a few closely-knit sisters and several younger generations who had shown themselves to be loyal and honest. These individuals all belonged to the same lineage as her.

Upon meeting Qi Tian, Huang Liuyan took the initiative to explain that she had chosen these people as his assistants, regardless of whether Qi Tian wished it or not. As the Great Elder in the National Master Manor, it wouldn’t do to have no support; otherwise, he could become the subject of gossip and disrespect. Additionally, Qi Tian lived in such a large residence, it wouldn’t be fitting for him to clean it all himself. Having these people over could serve him closely and help Qi Tian manage some minor matters.

Qi Tian did not object to this, but let Huang Liuyan do as she pleased. His only warning to Huang Liuyan was that those who entered the yard must be trustworthy and certainly not the sort who would talk behind people’s backs once they put down their bowls after eating their meat.

Under Huang Liuyan’s management, within just a few days, Qi Tian’s yard had lively inhabitants and various rules had been established. Each person took care of their assigned duties, and the whole residence ran smoothly and orderly.

With Huang Liuyan handling the affairs, Qi Tian suddenly found himself relieved of burdens, allowing him to focus his main energy on his own cultivation without wasting time on matters of no interest to him. Over the past few days, he surveyed the National Master Manor thoroughly and reviewed many of the manor’s records, gaining an in-depth understanding of it, especially familiarizing himself thoroughly with the cultivation conditions provided by the manor. Combining what he had learned with his own cultivation resources, he formulated a training plan for himself.

After devising the plan, Qi Tian was ready to turn away visitors, planning to start cultivating according to the plan. He aimed to achieve a new breakthrough in his cultivation level. However, just as he was about to enter closed-door cultivation, a gatekeeper from the National Master Manor arrived with a visiting card, saying that someone was seeking an audience.