Chapter 2185: Transforming into a God, the Clone Advances to Nascent Soul

Given the rapid growth of the clan, Wang Changsheng added fifty new generational names, which would be sufficient for the family for a long time.

Following the "Gong" generation are: Liangqing Yimouyuan, Moyou Yibenchuan, Fangzheng Yongshaoxian, Shanchuan Zhongyuxiu, Shenxiu Chuidianfan, Jingye Shouqinglian, Langui Xinxiangji, Shishu Fuluyan, Daodayi Jixiang, and Dengxiang Xianzhongze.

"Our clan currently primarily relies on selling monster beast materials and spirit fish for livelihood. We have opened three shops in Xueyan Market, and our income is decent, allowing us to be self-sufficient."

Wang Qingcheng took out a thick account book and handed it to Wang Changsheng.

The Wang clan has over two thousand cultivators, but not many high-level ones. Their financial pressure is not significant; they can sustain the survival of their Foundation Establishment and Qi Condensation realm clan members by cultivating spirit grains and raising spirit fish and spirit silkworms.

This sea region frequently experiences beast tides, and each time one erupts, it becomes a day of abundant harvest for the Wang clan.

Simply put, the Wang clan has very few cultivators above the Soul Transformation realm, and their need for cultivation resources is not exceptionally high. They can be self-sufficient relying solely on their existing territory.

Due to frequent beast tides, smaller forces often seek refuge with larger powers to survive. If a major power collapses, its affiliated forces will simply choose a new patron.

The Wang clan originally possessed only thirty-six islands. After news of Wang Changsheng's advancement to the Void Refinement stage spread, smaller families or forces who had lost their protection actively approached with their islands to pledge allegiance. The Wang clan helped them defend against beast tides, while the affiliated forces regularly paid tribute in exchange for protection. Over time, the number of islands controlled by the Wang clan naturally increased.

He mentioned, "Our clan currently has no spirit stone or metal ore veins. The Liu clan, however, possesses twelve spirit stone mines and thirty-seven metal ore veins, controlling over 21,400 islands. Conservatively, the Liu clan has 100,000 cultivators, 325 affiliated forces, and can mobilize an estimated 500,000 external cultivators."

As Wang Qingcheng finished speaking, a hint of envy appeared in his eyes.

The Liu clan's overall strength far surpassed the Wang clan's; their financial resources, manpower, and territory were vastly superior. Having such a powerful neighbor presented a potential threat.

The Liu clan's immense power was inseparable from the support of the Cold Flame Sect.

Wang Changsheng instructed, "Keep our clan members and affiliated forces in check, and try to avoid conflict with the Liu clan. We are still very weak and need time to develop. Cultivate more artifact refiners. Your mother and I brought out many good things from the Mysterious Spirit Grotto-heaven, and we can slowly develop based on these."

He explained that they had brought out many rare items from the Mysterious Spirit Grotto-heaven, including spirit insects, spirit beasts, and spirit wood.

The goat's milk produced by the Silver-Horned Antelope could be consumed or refined into mutton fat pills. Furthermore, the silk spun by the Five-Colored Silkworms could be woven into spiritual robes that were warm in winter and cool in summer. Green Jade Bamboo could be used for array formations, and the skin of the Golden-Tailed Icebone Fish was an excellent material for crafting talismans.

"Understood, Father," Wang Qingcheng replied.

Wang Qingcheng nodded. The Wang clan now had sufficient territory and cultivation resources; what they needed was time. They sought stability, believing that once the number of high-level experts within the clan increased, acquiring cultivation resources would become relatively easier.

"Oh, Father," Wang Qingcheng added, remembering something, "the Xueyan Market will hold an auction in a while."

Wang Changsheng nodded. "I know. You can go attend to your duties."

Wang Qingcheng acknowledged and turned to leave.

A small yellow orb rolled up to Wang Changsheng; it was the Twin-Eyed Rat.

It climbed onto Wang Changsheng's shoulder, chirping "ji ji," seemingly asking for something.

Wang Changsheng petted its head, and with a slight flick of his wrist, a blue light flew out from his storage ring. It was a blue whale over a hundred zhang long, with a massive bloody hole in its head.

The Twin-Eyed Rat let out an excited chirp, its body glowing with dazzling yellow light. Its size rapidly expanded, becoming as large as a small mountain. It then spewed a yellow mist that enveloped the blue whale's corpse.

The blue whale's corpse visibly shrank and disappeared into its mouth.

"A Heaven-Swallowing Rat! It would be great if this fellow could grow into a Heaven-Swallowing Rat," Wang Changsheng murmured to himself.

He mused that the stronger a monster beast's bloodline, the easier it was for it to advance, as evidenced by the Twin-Eyed Rat and the Qilin Turtle.

The Twin-Eyed Rat had already undergone a bloodline transformation, but whether it could evolve into a Heaven-Swallowing Rat was uncertain.

The Twin-Eyed Rat, full and content, scampered off to play.

Wang Changsheng arrived at the entrance of a secret chamber. The door suddenly opened, and a tall young man in a green robe emerged. His aura indicated he was in the Nascent Soul realm.

This was Wang Xiangrong, Wang Changsheng's clone, who cultivated the wind-attributed "Nine Heavens Carefree Art." He was currently at the mid-Nascent Soul stage, and his cultivation speed was quite fast.

A clone was different from an avatar. A clone would also face lightning tribulations when advancing to a major realm and could cultivate its own Nascent Soul, making it an independent entity. An avatar, however, inherently possessed a Nascent Soul, and Wang Changsheng could eliminate it at any time.

"The auction is about to begin," Wang Changsheng said with a smile. "I'll take you to see the market and purchase some cultivation resources along the way."

Wang Xiangrong nodded silently.

At that moment, the door to the opposite secret chamber opened, and Wang Sen emerged. He had already advanced to the Soul Transformation stage and was currently at the early Soul Transformation stage.

Wang Changsheng walked out, with Wang Sen and Wang Xiangrong following closely behind him.

Leaving Qinglian Peak, Wang Changsheng arrived at a small valley encircled on three sides by mountains. A blue-green mist enveloped the entire valley, making it impossible to see inside.

Wang Changsheng sent a sound transmission talisman. Soon after, the blue-green mist churned violently, and Wang Qiulian flew out.

"Grandfather, what brings you here?" Wang Qiulian asked, her voice full of excitement upon seeing Wang Changsheng.

Wang Changsheng nodded. "I have some matters to attend to at Xueyan Market, and I thought I'd take you to see the world."

Wang Qiulian was the only female clan member in the "Qiu" generation. Her cheerful personality and respect for elders and care for the young made her very endearing to Wang Changsheng, who was fond of his little granddaughter.

"That's wonderful!" Wang Qiulian exclaimed joyfully. "I've always wanted to visit Xueyan Market, but my parents never let me."

Wang Qiulian was overjoyed. She had never left the territory controlled by her clan since childhood and yearned to experience the outside world.

"Come, your grandfather will take you for a visit," Wang Changsheng said.

With a raise of Wang Changsheng's hand, a streak of green light shot forth, revealing a shimmering green flying boat—the Azure Phoenix Boat.

After advancing to the Void Refinement stage, Wang Changsheng could confidently use the Azure Phoenix Boat for travel.

This trip to Xueyan Market was not only to attend the auction but also to procure a large quantity of cultivation resources. With too few high-level cultivators in the clan, acquiring resources was inconvenient, and even Soul Transformation cultivators risked falling if they ventured out. Therefore, resources could only be purchased periodically. Previously, Wang Ruyan was responsible, but she and Wang Qingshan were currently in secluded cultivation. Wang Qingcheng needed to guard the clan, so Wang Changsheng had to make the trip himself.

Wang Qiulian acknowledged and leaped onto the Azure Phoenix Boat.

Wang Changsheng formed a hand seal, and the Azure Phoenix Boat immediately shone with brilliant green light, transforming into a streak of green escape light that pierced through the air. In a short while, the four of them vanished into the horizon.