Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 414 - 322 Mingyang Donghua Cultivation Realm_1

Chapter 414: 322 Mingyang Donghua Cultivation Realm_1

Lu Qingshan took out a Law Disk shimmering with Spiritual Light and handed it to Shen Long, letting him choose.

Shen Long carefully made his selection, but there were only three Spiritual Treasures available for him to choose from, as the others had already been exchanged.

Kind Attributes could be traded privately, with Nascent Soul Cultivators conducting transactions to sell their own Kind Attributes to other Nascent Soul Cultivators, who could then redeem them for Spiritual Treasures.

The three Spiritual Treasures included the Qianxin Blade, the Mysterious Fire Banner, and the Concealing Spirit Cloak. The Qianxin Blade and the Mysterious Fire Banner were offensive treasures while the Concealing Spirit Cloak was auxiliary. After some contemplation, Shen Long chose the Concealing Spirit Cloak.

Lu Qingshan took out a cloak shimmering with golden light and passed it to Shen Long.

"Young Friend Shen, I hope you will continue to exert yourself and achieve new merits," Mo Wuya said with a pleasant expression.

"Yes, Senior Mo," Shen Long replied as he accepted the Concealing Spirit Cloak.

"Now, for the discussion of merits and reward ceremony, Master Nephew Lu, please announce the results."

Mo Wuya instructed.

Lu Qingshan agreed and began to read out the territorial distribution.

This time, the Spirit Control Sect had performed exceptionally well, earning six states of land. Qin Country only had twelve states in total. In addition to this, there was also a small Tier-4 Jinyu Stone mine vein.

Apart from the Spirit Control Sect, other forces that had slain a considerable number of enemies also received a piece of territory and some Cultivation Resources.

"Alright, you can dispatch people to take over the territories, and then go back to your business," Mo Wuya said, before he and Qi Xiao left the scene.

The likes of Golden Crow True Monarch and others gradually departed. Shen Long stepped forward and said to Lu Qingshan, "Taoist Friend Lu, I have something I’d like to discuss with you. May I have a word in private?"

"Certainly, Taoist Friend Shen, please come with me."

Lu Qingshan led Shen Long to a secret chamber.

"There are no outsiders here. Whatever you wish to discuss, Taoist Friend Shen, feel free to speak," Lu Qingshan said.

"Taoist Friend Lu, why didn’t you reward the Nascent Soul Cultivator who killed the most enemies last time, but you want to reward me this time? Taoist Friend Han killed a Nascent Soul Cultivator in the Late Stage, and together, Lady Su and the others also killed a Late Stage Nascent Soul Cultivator. Their merits should be greater than mine, don’t you think?" Shen Long asked with confusion.

He didn’t understand why Mo Wuya and Qi Xiao wanted to specifically reward him by granting lands to the Spirit Control Sect. This was agreed upon before the war commenced, and other forces wouldn’t object to it.

Han Lun had killed a Late Stage Nascent Soul Cultivator, and Su Susu along with four others also killed a Late Stage Nascent Soul Cultivator. Even when converted to Kind Attributes, their merits were greater than Shen Long’s. Even if there were to be extra rewards, they should go to them, since most of the enemies Shen Long had killed were in the Early Stage of Nascent Soul.

"This war was more intense than the last one, with many forces severely weakened. Thirty-two Nascent Soul Cultivators fell, twenty-five were seriously wounded, and eleven had their physical bodies destroyed. We urgently need a role model to inspire other forces so that they will actively join in the war next time," explained Lu Qingshan.

The war had lasted over twenty years, and the Human Clan had suffered significant losses, with many forces reduced to ruin. It was necessary to set an example to show other forces the treatment received by those who fought valiantly. Otherwise, providing only some consolation wouldn’t inspire them for the next battle.

If a force lost a Nascent Soul Cultivator, the consolation they received might not be enough to cultivate another one. And if someone like a Tier-4 Array Master, a Tier-4 Alchemist, a Tier-4 Talisman Maker, or a Tier-4 Artifact Refiner perished, it would be very difficult for their forces to cultivate another.

The contributions of Han Lun and Su Susu were indeed substantial, but they belonged to the Nether Corpse Sect and the Heavenly Melody Sect, respectively—both of which were already major powers in the Donghua Cultivation Realm, deeply rooted with numerous experts. Rewarding them heavily wouldn’t inspire Nascent Soul Cultivators from other forces.

A major battle caused many forces to be devastated. If Han Lun and Su Susu from major forces were awarded significantly, even if their achievements were genuine, other forces would hardly feel any sense of recognition.

Although the overall strength of the Spirit Control Sect wasn’t strong, ranking as a mid-tier power in the Donghua Cultivation Realm, Shen Long had made a name for himself in the previous war, and he had performed quite impressively this time. By rewarding Shen Long and the Spirit Control Sect, other forces would feel a greater sense of recognition.

Simply put, with the heavy losses suffered by the Human Clan this time, an example needed to be set to motivate the other forces, and Shen Long just happened to fit the bill. That’s why he was able to get those additional rewards.

Shen Long had a sudden realization. Frowning, he said, "In principle, Taoist Friend Han and Lady Su’s merits aren’t small either. Shouldn’t they be rewarded as well?"

Even so, Nascent Soul Late Stage and Nascent Soul Middle Stage experts should receive significant rewards. It is not the scarcity but the unfairness of distribution that causes issues. Rewarding Shen Long alone would be like putting him on the fire, wouldn’t it? The Barbarian Tribe would pay even more attention to Shen Long.

"After returning to the sect, Nether Corpse Sect and Heavenly Melody Sect will reward them; you need not worry about that. As for the Barbarian Tribe, you have even less to worry about. Frankly, you’re just a Nascent Soul Early Stage cultivator; they are more wary of Taoist Friend Han and Madam Su and the like. Moreover, the Barbarian Tribe has suffered greater losses than us; they need to recuperate and breed, so they will not initiate conflict. However, you should still be cautious when traveling outside, as Barbarian Cultivators are active throughout the Qian Yang Realm, and it is possible that you might encounter them,"

Lu Qingshan said slowly.

"I understand now, thank you, Taoist Friend Lu, for showing me the way out of confusion."

Shen Long thanked him and then asked, "Taoist Friend Lu, why couldn’t Senior Qi, who has advanced to the Divinity Transformation Stage, deal with Wu Xiao this time?"

"He acquired a Soil-attribute Sky-Reaching Spiritual Treasure from somewhere, making him harder to deal with; otherwise, he would have undoubtedly died this time."

Lu Qingshan explained.

"I see, I have learned something new."

Shen Long suddenly realized.

After a bit of small talk, Shen Long left.

Just as he returned to the entrance of the Spirit Control Garden, he saw Qian Dafu.

"Uncle Shen, Master Aunt Du and Master Uncle Lin have something to discuss with you."

Qian Dafu hurried over and said politely.

Word had already spread that Mo Wuya rewarded Shen Long with a Spiritual Treasure, and the disciples of the Spirit Control Sect gained even more prestige.

Shen Long nodded and walked in with Qian Dafu, coming to a secluded courtyard with green tiles.

Ice Silkworm True Person and Du Yinyin were sitting around a green stone table, talking about something.

"Junior Brother Shen, you’re back; have a seat."

Du Yinyin invited Shen Long to sit down.

"This time, our Spirit Control Sect will be promoted as an example. This is a great opportunity to expand our influence. Master Aunt Du and I have discussed this and decided to organize a Nascent Soul Celebration for you, inviting guests far and wide. With your current high profile, many daoists should give us this face,"

Ice Silkworm True Person said slowly.

In terms of fame, he certainly was not as prominent as Shen Long. Leaving aside strength, Shen Long was capable of producing top-grade elixirs, a feat Ice Silkworm True Person could not yet achieve with Spiritual Treasures.

"Yes! We can use this opportunity to invite some powers to the celebration and negotiate alliances with them, which is very beneficial for the future development of our Spirit Control Sect,"

Du Yinyin echoed.

"We can hold a celebration, but it should be for Senior Brother Yuan’s longevity. Senior Brother Yuan is the helmsman of our Spirit Control Sect. Hosting the celebration in his name is most appropriate. These powers don’t care about the reason for the celebration. I’ve been in the Nascent Soul Stage for many years; it doesn’t make sense to hold a Nascent Soul Celebration now,"

Shen Long expressed his opinion.

Mo Wuya had already awarded Shen Long with a Spiritual Treasure, drawing much attention. If he were to hold a highly visible Nascent Soul Celebration, the Barbarian Cultivators would find it difficult not to focus on him.

One should stand out with their actions, not their persona. Cultivators like Wang Yinghu, who were old Nascent Soul cultivators, were very much in the spotlight and as a result were ambushed and plotted against by the Barbarian elite.

Shen Long wasn’t against celebrations, but his cultivation was too low, and he didn’t want to be too conspicuous. If he were a Nascent Soul Late Stage cultivator, Shen Long would naturally not mind, but as a Nascent Soul Early Stage cultivator, it was best to keep a lower profile.

"That works too. Holding a longevity celebration for Senior Brother Yuan is more reasonable. Whether it is a celebration or a longevity event, it is all just an excuse,"

Ice Silkworm True Person agreed.

In terms of seniority, Yuan Rui, Liu Zi’an, and Du Yinyin were higher than Shen Long. It was better for Yuan Rui to be the frontman for such high-profile affairs. Shen Long didn’t want to fight for this empty title, so it was settled.

Du Yinyin nodded and said, "I will return to the main temple with Junior Brother Shen to discuss it with Senior Brother Yuan. Senior Brother Lin will stay here to handle the transfer of territory."

Shen Long and Ice Silkworm True Person had no objections, and the three each went about their business.

An hour later, Shen Long and Du Yinyin, along with a group of disciples, left Refuse Barbarian City. Ice Silkworm True Person stayed behind, tasked with taking over the new territories and mines.