These spirit pills are enough for the younger generation in the clan to build a strong foundation, and at the same time allow martial artists at the seventh and eighth gates to advance to the ninth gate!
Qin Ning said calmly.
Seeing this scene, Qin Changsheng couldn't help but reproach Qin Ning.
Wealth can invite disaster.
So many spirit pills, displayed openly before everyone—if the news were to leak out, it would be an utter catastrophe for the Qin family.
Qin Ning, however, said, "These spirit pills are merely a portion, no big deal. Father can distribute them to the clan."
"However, this also needs to be said to everyone: although these spirit pills are nothing in my eyes, they are priceless in the eyes of others!"
"Therefore, what needs to be kept quiet, I believe everyone understands!"
"Third Young Master, don't worry!"
A guard commander at this moment cupped his hands and said, "Regarding this matter, your subordinate swears a solemn oath: if even a single bit is leaked, your subordinate will die a terrible death!"
"That's right!"
"Indeed, if this matter leaks out, our Qin family will be devoured before we can grow stronger. Developing in secret is the correct path."
Qin Ning nodded and said, "I hope everyone remembers today's words, otherwise... I believe everyone knows how I operate!"
Hearing these words, and then thinking of Qin Ning's methods and the Qing Niu beside him, everyone understood clearly in their hearts.
Even a third-level Spirit Sea realm expert, didn't Qin Ning kill him as easily as saying the word?
It wasn't that Qin Ning didn't know that wealth shouldn't be flaunted, but on one hand, these spirit pills weren't even considered wealth to him, and on the other hand, even if they were exposed, he wasn't afraid of others daring to steal them.
Furthermore, using this opportunity, he could also find out who was loyal and who harbored unfathomable intentions!
"Alright, alright, everyone disperse!"
Qin Changsheng waved his hand and said, "Later, there will be many busy tasks in Lingyun City. If you do well, you will be rewarded; your share will not be lacking!"
"Understood!"
Gradually, only three people remained in the courtyard: Qin Changsheng, Qin Yuanshan, and Qin Ning.
"Father, in the next few days, please follow me to the Lingyun Mountains. I need to entrust you with some matters!"
"After that, I will set off for the Imperial Capital with Second Brother."
"What matter requires going to the Lingyun Mountains?" Qin Changsheng asked, puzzled.
Qin Ning merely smiled without speaking.
In the following period, Qin Ning led Qin Changsheng deep into the valleys of the Lingyun Mountains.
This place was built by him casually back then to assist his disciples and cultivate his grand-disciples.
Although it had been abandoned for tens of thousands of years, some things within it were no longer as good as before, but it could still be fully utilized to cultivate the descendants of the Qin family.
It was just that many mechanisms and formations were set up here, so he needed to explain them to his father.
Later, when he left Lingyun City, his father could bring everyone here to train the clan's descendants, including some core members.
Going back and forth took over a month; everything that needed to be said had been said. Today, Qin Ning was ready to depart.
Originally, Qin Ning intended to keep Xiao Qing in Lingyun City—an Azure Horned Ox at the fifth level of the Spirit Sea realm, not everyone would dare to provoke it.
But he couldn't do anything about this little fellow; it kept whimpering as if someone had done something to it, which truly made Qin Ning unable to bring himself to.
On this day, outside the Qin Manor gates, everyone had gathered.
Qin Ning, dressed in a white robe, now broke into a faint smile on his handsome face.
"Father, there's no need to make such a fuss. You just need to manage Lingyun City well. As for Eldest Brother... rest assured!"
Qin Ning said with a light smile, "I will return a complete son to you!"
"Nonsense, it's three sons!"
Qin Changsheng scolded with a laugh.
"Thirteen sons? Well, I can't do that!" Qin Ning said with a wide grin. "For that, Father, you'll have to keep working hard and give us three brothers a few more siblings!"
"You stinky brat..."
"Alright, alright, let's go!"
Qin Ning added, "I'll send word to you when I reach the Imperial Capital."
"Father, goodbye!"
Qin Hai also clasped his hands and said his farewells at this moment.
"Brother Ning..."
Qin Xinxin was now sobbing, tears and snot streaming down his face.
"Scram!" Seeing Qin Xinxin's state, Qin Ning said with a laugh, "I'm not leaving never to return, what are you crying for?"
"I can't bear to part with you!"
"If you can't bear to part with me, then I'll teach you the Tiger Roar Dragon Chant Fist. You must cultivate diligently, and when you master it, I'll take you with me!"
"Really?"
"Have I ever lied to you?"
"Alright!"
Qin Xinxin immediately perked up.
Seeing everyone waiting, Qin Ning nodded and departed.
Lingyun City was merely a starting point. In this life, he carried too many burdens on his shoulders, and he needed to face them head-on, taking one step at a time to resolve them.
Two figures and a green ox, at this moment, slowly departed from the Qin Manor, leaving Lingyun City.
"When children grow up, it's time for them to leave!" Qin Yuanshan sighed.
"Mm-hmm!"
Qin Changsheng clenched his fists and said loudly, "The only thing we can do as fathers is to silently watch them move forward. At the same time, we also need to provide them with a sanctuary. Even if they get tired out there, they will always have a home to return to. This place will be a fortress, sheltering and protecting them."
"Mm-hmm!"
As the two figures and the green ox gradually disappeared, the Qin Manor once again became busy.
The four great clans had fallen, but there was still much to be done.
At this moment, Qin Hai looked at the scenery outside Lingyun City, which was as radiant as ever, and couldn't help but spread his arms wide.
"Three years cooped up at home, my body is almost rusting!"
Qin Hai laughed heartily and said, "This time, it's finally time to show what I can do!"
"Second Brother is very content!"
Qin Ning said with a smile, "I see Second Brother is about to reach the ninth gate realm, aren't you?"
"Almost, the Heavenly Fire Spirit Crystal is truly powerful..."
Qin Ning frowned.
"What's wrong?"
"During cultivation, one cannot be reckless and seek quick success. Second Brother, you've consumed your energy too quickly like this, which will cause problems with your cultivation!"
Qin Ning explained, "Although the Heavenly Fire Spirit Crystal is very potent, each realm requires personal comprehension to advance!"
Hearing this, Qin Hai's expression seemed a little downcast.
"I know what Second Brother is worried about. Second Brother's eagerness to raise his strength is because of Eldest Brother's situation!"
Qin Ning added, "However, Second Brother, rest assured, this time, as long as I find out who caused it, no matter who the opponent is, I will make sure he dies without a burial place!"
Although Qin Ning's words were light, his resolute gaze made Qin Hai understand that Qin Ning was not joking.
"I know, I've been too impatient!"
Qin Hai lowered his voice and said, "Since that's the case, the three of us will build our own domain together in the Imperial Capital!"
"Mm!"
For ten days straight, Qin Hai and Qin Ning hurried on their journey, accompanied by Xiao Qing, so very few incidents occurred along the way.
At this speed, it would take nearly five more days to reach the Imperial Capital.
The entire Lingyun City was merely a tiny fraction of the vast Beiming Empire.
Compared to the Imperial Capital, Lingyun City's population of a million people was nothing but small fry.
In the Imperial Capital, the population reached tens of millions, and it also gathered the most powerful martial artists in the entire Beiming Empire.
Today, Qin Ning and Qin Hai arrived at an inn to rest.
At night, chaotic sounds erupted outside, drawing the attention of the two.