Chapter 1749: The First Clan-Treasuring Artifact The Qinglian Spirit-Sealing Tower

On Green Lotus Island, at Green Lotus Peak. In a secret chamber, Wang Changsheng sat cross-legged on a blue meditation cushion. A small, shimmering blue pagoda floated before him, radiating powerful spiritual energy. The five characters "Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda" were inscribed on its body, marking it as a spiritual treasure.

During his journey to the Sky-Lustre Realm, Wang Changsheng acquired a vast amount of artifact-refining materials and beast materials. The Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda was forged from hundreds of these materials, including over thirty Fourth-tier beast souls.

The Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda can conjure beastly forms to attack enemies, capable of manifesting up to five high-grade Fourth-tier beasts. These beasts are diverse in species and possess various unique abilities, making the Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda even more formidable than the Illusionary Demon Pagoda. Wang Changsheng intended to make this artifact the clan's foundational treasure.

The Wang family's foundation was too shallow; without his trip to the Sky-Lustre Realm, Wang Changsheng would have possessed very few spiritual treasures, which was rather humble. Upon returning to the Eastern Fence Realm, with ample materials and time, Wang Changsheng planned to refine several more spiritual treasures to serve as foundational treasures for the clan.

Given his current artifact-refining expertise, he could only produce spiritual treasures.

"The first foundational treasure of the clan, haha!" Wang Changsheng was overjoyed. Previously, the Wang family had no foundational treasures at all. He resolved to refine several more spiritual treasures to strengthen the family's heritage.

He put away the Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda, took out a blue communication disk, and imbued it with a spell, asking gravely, "Meng Fen, is everything ready?"

"Everything is ready, the clan members have all arrived, Ancestor. We are just waiting for your arrival," Wang Mengfen's respectful voice suddenly responded.

"I'll be right there." Wang Changsheng stood up and walked out. Wang Ruyan was sitting in a stone pavilion, playing a zither.

"Husband, now that you've refined the Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda, it will be much easier for future generations of our clan to improve their combat experience. I've also refined some Fourth-tier talismans, which can enhance our clansmen's defense," Wang Ruyan said with a smile. She and Wang Changsheng shared a deep connection, and she knew as soon as he had finished refining the pagoda.

After returning to the Eastern Fence Realm, she frequently sought advice from Fu Wen on the art of talisman crafting. Fu Wen, in turn, taught her diligently, still hoping to acquire the Underworld Moon Pearl!

Under Fu Wen's guidance and through extensive practice, Wang Ruyan's talisman crafting skills improved rapidly. She refined numerous Fourth-tier talismans to protect individuals like Wang Qingshan. Currently, these talismans could only be given to Nascent Soul cultivators; it was impossible for every high-level cultivator to possess a Fourth-tier talisman.

Any surplus Fourth-tier talismans were stored in the family treasury. Other clan members who desired Fourth-tier talismans could exchange them for merit points.

Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan stood at the entrance of the Green Lotus Pavilion, facing thousands of clan members neatly arrayed before them, each with a solemn expression.

Wang Changsheng nodded, smiling, "They have been waiting for a long time. Let's go."

He and Wang Ruyan transformed into two streaks of light and soared away. Before long, they landed on a vast bluestone square where thousands of clan members stood in neat formations, with those of higher cultivation levels positioned closer to the front.

They stood at the entrance of the Green Lotus Pavilion, which was dedicated to honoring clan members who had made significant contributions to the family. The memorial tablets of Wang Qingqi and Wang Qingjun were enshrined there for all clan members to pay their respects.

"Your grandson greets Ancestor," Wang Mengfen bowed respectfully, and other clan members followed suit, saying in unison, "Greetings, Ancestor."

Wang Changsheng's gaze swept across the cultivators present. The number of experts within the clan was steadily increasing, and many clan members were seeing Wang Changsheng for the first time, their expressions filled with excitement.

"During our absence from the Eastern Fence Realm, you all have been tirelessly working. You have endured much hardship," Wang Changsheng stated.

"Ancestor, you flatter us. This is our duty," Wang Mengfen replied respectfully, and other clan members echoed his sentiment.

"During our absence, Qingqi passed away, Qingjun was killed, and many other clan members went missing, remaining uncontactable to this day. Today's ancestor worship ceremony serves several purposes: first, to inform our ancestors that the Wang family now has a Spirit Transformation cultivator; second, to mourn those clan members who perished in the turmoil of war; and third, to reward those who have made significant contributions to the clan, while simultaneously severely punishing those who have brought disgrace upon us."

As soon as Wang Changsheng spoke, most clan members showed expressions of excitement, while a few appeared flustered.

Wang Changsheng had repeatedly emphasized the clan rules, yet some individuals inevitably violated them. Coupled with the presence of Sky-Lustre Sect cultivators, clan members were forced to disperse. Consequently, some engaged in actions contrary to clan rules, such as bullying men and women, engaging in deceit, or abusing their authority. This was not surprising; just as a large forest contains all sorts of birds, it was normal for a few rotten apples to appear among the tens of thousands of Wang family cultivators spread across the Eastern Fence Realm.

Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan entered the Green Lotus Pavilion. Wang Changsheng lit incense for their ancestors and said gravely, "Ancestors above, your grandson Wang Changsheng convenes this ancestor worship ceremony today to inform our forefathers that our family now has a Spirit Transformation cultivator. Your grandson will, from this day forward, exert all efforts to strengthen our family."

"Grandfather, Father, Mother, Clan Head, I have done it. Your sacrifices were not in vain." Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan knelt and kowtowed three times to their ancestors.

Wang Qingshan and others followed suit, kneeling and kowtowing, their expressions solemn.

Gazing at the familiar names on the memorial tablets, Wang Changsheng felt as though those past days were only yesterday. In a blink, these clan members were gone, yet their sacrifices had not been in vain. Through the collective efforts of all clan members, the family had become one of the top cultivation families in the South Sea.

Indeed, it was the effort of all clan members; the family's current standing was not solely due to Wang Changsheng's achievements.

Wang Qingqi alone sustained the family's alchemy path, stopping only at Core Formation.

Each generation has its mission. Wang Qingqi had completed his mission, but Wang Changsheng's mission was not yet complete.

Stepping out of the Green Lotus Pavilion, Wang Changsheng instructed Wang Mengfen, "Meng Fen, during our absence from the Eastern Fence Realm, identify the clan members who performed exceptionally well. Announce their names and bestow rewards upon them. As for those who violated clan rules, they must all be punished. No one, regardless of their status, can disregard the clan rules. Violators will be severely punished without leniency, and my own descendants are no exception."

As the saying goes, if the upper beam is not straight, the lower ones will be crooked. He had always emphasized clan rules. Throughout the family's development, a number of "moths" had appeared among his descendants. Each one discovered would be severely punished.

"Yes, Ancestor," Wang Mengfen replied. He had already begun investigating clan members who violated the rules, ensuring that any transgressor would face severe punishment.

It was foreseeable that after Wang Changsheng's ascension to the Spirit Transformation stage, the family's development would reach its peak. It was certain that some would abuse their newfound influence. Therefore, strict adherence to laws and regulations was imperative to rectify the clan's conduct.

"The family will not mistreat those who have contributed, nor will it leniently pardon those who bring disgrace upon us. I hope you will all adhere to the clan rules and diligently cultivate from now on."

Wang Changsheng's voice was not loud, but every clan member heard it clearly.

"Yes, Ancestor!" the clan members responded in unison, their voices echoing for a hundred miles around.

Wang Changsheng raised his right hand, and with a flash of blue light, the Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda appeared in his grasp. With a flick of his wrist, the pagoda flew out, instantly expanding in size, and landed on the ground.

"This is the Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda, a spiritual treasure I refined. It is our family's first foundational treasure. Three years from now, a clan competition will be held, open to all cultivators below the Nascent Soul stage. Participants in the competition must challenge the Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda. The top one hundred will receive significant rewards, with the first place receiving a spiritual treasure. You can also use merit points to enter the Green Lotus Spirit Suppressing Pagoda for training at any time to enhance your combat experience."

Wang Changsheng said in a deep voice.

"Yes, Ancestor!" Wang Yingjie and other clan members replied in unison, their expressions excited. This was a great opportunity for them to change their destinies.

Wang Mengfen suddenly took out a communication disk, imbued it with a spell, and a flash of surprise appeared in his eyes. He transmitted a message to Wang Changsheng: "Ancestor, Senior Lu from the Divine Weapon Palace has arrived. What should we do?"