Chapter 1257 - 14: Struggle for the Saint Son—Gradual Internal Competition (3)

Generally speaking, the number of Little Celestial Prides at the Celestial Human Realm cultivated by the Saint Land is numerous. They either stay in the valley, go out to handle affairs, or take up various positions on the Outer Domain Battlefield, forming the core strength of the Saint Land, supporting the vast organizational structure of Lingyun Sacred Land.

However, most of the Celestial Human Realm individuals from Cyan Emperor Valley serve in logistics, with only a few going to the frontline battlefield.

After working for the Saint Land for a certain number of years and fulfilling their contributions, they can choose to retire and live out their days, or continue to make efforts, amassing wealth and connections for the younger generation of their family, striving to better their native family’s development.

It is also because of the abundant resources of the Saint Land that many small and medium-sized noble families flock to it, trying by all means to find a way in.

In the center of the Cyan Emperor Valley buildings, there stands a tall wooden structured building.

Its entire body is constructed from a kind of pale yellow Spirit Wood, with a complex and meticulous structure that combines the beauty of order and artistic beauty, exuding a sense of pure natural harmony. The mixed temperament is refreshing to the eye.

On the building’s body, where the Spirit Light flows, intricate inscriptions are carved, radiating an aura of mystery. Clearly, this building itself is a treasure.

This tall building is the core hub of Cyan Emperor Valley—the Cyan Emperor Tower.

At this moment.

In the Cyan Emperor Tower.

A mature man looking only in his thirties was casually lying in a comfortable old wooden chair, dressed in loose, comfy linen clothes, his long hair freely draping down, appearing somewhat unrestrained and uninhibited.

This person was none other than the Valley Master of the Wood Element Lineage of Cyan Emperor Valley—Cyan Pine Zhenren.

Although he looked youthful, he was actually over twelve hundred years old.

The Wood Element Lineage has distinctive features, like weaker combat power, but they can contract a Lifebound Spirit Plant. Different types of Lifebound Spirit Plants can grant their owner different abilities.

Cyan Pine Zhenren’s Lifebound Spirit Plant is a mutated cyan pine.

It granted Cyan Pine Zhenren powerful life force and a youthful physique. As for combat power, it’s hardly worth mentioning, as the combined forces of both pine and man can’t even match Langya Zhenren.

Beside him, Wang Shouzhe was also seated in an equally comfortable recliner, with long-lost Junior Sister Lvwei and Changchun Ascendant sitting opposite him. Apart from them was a rugged-looking middle-aged man.

Worth mentioning is that now, despite being quite old, Changchun Ascendant unexpectedly rejuvenated, transforming from the white-bearded, simple "old farmer" image to one looking considerably younger, seemingly only in his fifties or sixties.

Such "reverse aging" could only mean one thing.

Namely, his Lifebound Spirit Plant—the Longevity Tree—had upgraded from Peak of Eighth Rank to Tier Nine, and part of the upgraded vitality was returned to its master.

Even Wang Shouzhe had to admit, Changchun Ascendant’s luck was indeed remarkable.

Regarding age, Changchun Ascendant had already surpassed the lifespan limit of the Purple Mansion Realm years ago, actually exhibiting signs of decline over the past few years. Wang Shouzhe had attempted to extend his life, but the total collapse post-lifespan limit meant even Lixian’s life force could only alleviate the pain.

If not for the timely upgrade of the Longevity Tree, borrowing the Power of Heaven and Earth’s surge to replenish lifespan, Changchun Ascendant’s lifespan would likely be exhausted in a few years.

"Master, this is the situation." Changchun Ascendant reported to Cyan Pine Zhenren, "Just recently, the Longevity Tree evolved into Tier Nine. And my lifespan, is expected to increase by several centuries."

Cyan Pine Zhenren also looked at him with a peculiar gaze, teasingly mused, "Changchun, among many Purple Mansion cultivators in the world, your combat power doesn’t compare to the others."

"But in terms of lifespan, I haven’t seen a Purple Mansion cultivator yet who can match yours."

"Luck, it truly is luck." Changchun Ascendant gratefully looked at the rugged middle-aged man beside him, the Longevity Tree—Wang Changsheng.

Yes, the rugged and robust-looking middle-aged man was the newly upgraded Longevity Tree.

After transforming, he casually named himself "Wang Changsheng."

Wang Changsheng looked at Changchun Ascendant with a deep gaze, feeling suppressed.

He had exerted great effort controlling not to advance but waited and waited, never seeing Changchun Ascendant perish.

Initially, he planned to wait until Changchun Ascendant died of old age and precisely then quickly pledge allegiance to Wang Shouzhe. Even if unqualified to be a Lifebound Spirit Plant, being an ordinary Spirit Plant was worthwhile.

Yet to his surprise, ultimately, he couldn’t suppress the rhythm of ascension, thus advancing in pain and regret.

It’s fate~~ Sigh~ Is it so hard to pledge allegiance to Wang Shouzhe?

"Changsheng, first, congratulations on advancing to Tier Nine." Cyan Pine Zhenren asked intriguingly, "Though I’m puzzled, why are you bearing the Wang surname?"

"What’s strange about it?" Wang Changsheng replied assuredly, "My daughter Wang Yinglu is now the granddaughter of the Wang Family, currently aiding Young Clan Leader Zong An in developing the Great Desert. Such honor and achievement! Since my daughter carries the Wang surname, what should I bear if not Wang?"

If there truly was a chance to pledge allegiance to Wang Shouzhe, even being ranked at "Zong" would be agreeable.

What reasonings!

Cyan Pine Zhenren found himself unable to refute for a moment.