Chapter 131 - 131 - 112: Controlling the Workshops_1

Chapter 131 – 112: Controlling the Workshops_1

“Ninth Brother, although we have won this clan war, I wonder how much our family has lost?”

Lin Shilu’s words caused Lin Shigong’s face to change. He had intended to hide the truth for a while, but now he had no choice but to reveal it.

Knowing he couldn’t hide it for long, Lin Shigong still chose to tell the truth.

Learning that all the Foundation Establishment Cultivators who participated in the war had suffered various degrees of injury, and that Lin Shiji and Lin Shixin had died in battle, Lin Shilu’s complexion turned instantly ashen.

“Shilu, our Fifth Brother and the others did not sacrifice in vain. If they know that every member of the Jin Family has been executed, they would surely rest easy in the underworld!”

“That’s right, Fifteenth Uncle. The battle was extremely hard-fought, and every Lin Family Member made sacrifices!”

Seeing Lin Shilu’s dejected mood, Lin Xingyuan also spoke up to comfort him.

“Sigh…”

After sighing deeply, Lin Shilu gradually regained his composure, and Lin Shigong, not wanting to see him upset, quickly changed the subject.

“Shilu, I was originally planning a trip to Golden Horn Mountain to take over the Jin Family Clan’s Territory, but now it seems unnecessary. From what you’ve said, there are some immature Spiritual Medicines there that require a Foundation Establishment Clan Member to temporarily guard the Jin Family Clan’s Territory. We also need to send someone to check on the Wu Family’s clan land, and it would be best to control those places. As for the follow-up arrangements, let’s discuss them after the Elders’ Council has deliberated!”

“Whatever you arrange, Ninth Brother, will be best.”

After agreeing, Lin Shilu thought about Lin Xingzhi, who was waiting for him outside the market, and then spoke.

“Ninth Brother, since all the Jin Family Foundation Establishment Cultivators are dead, I’ll go find Xing Zhi now and have him fetch Xing Rong to send Tian Ming and the other juniors back home. After that, he can temporarily remain in the Jin Family Clan’s Territory.”

“Alright…”

Finishing his words, Lin Shilu handed over the storage bags of Jin Chaoyang and several others to Lin Shigong, then immediately set off toward the market exit.

After watching Lin Shilu leave, Lin Shigong erased the Divine Sense left on the storage bags and began to inspect a Token taken out from one of them.

Once he was sure the Token was correct, Lin Shigong revealed a trace of satisfaction and instructed Lin Xingyuan standing beside him:

“Xing Yuan, now that we’ve taken control of all the Jin Family’s shops and assets, and obtained the Luoyun Order, organize some people immediately. Let’s go straight to the Market City Supervisor’s office and replace the current law enforcers with our own, then ensure that the Luoyun Market’s security is maintained.”

“Yes.”

The two didn’t linger and immediately hurried towards the direction of the marketplace auction.

At the entrance to the auction, a Bluestone Plaza had already gathered quite a number of Cultivators, with many more still hurrying towards the area.

In the span of a short break, the number of people on the plaza grew, the majority being Loose Cultivators, as well as members of Qi Cultivation families and even members of the Luoyun Market Law Enforcement Team.

Over a hundred Cultivators gathered together, and those who had witnessed the battle began to discuss amongst themselves.

In the past two months, undercurrents had surged within the five major clans of the Luoyun Mountain Range. The Jin Family took advantage of the market competition when Foundation Establishment Cultivators from other clans were away from their territories and brazenly initiated clan warfare, wiping out the Wu Family before they could even react.

It was only several days later that the news reached the Luoyun Market, causing upheaval. Many Loose Cultivators hurriedly left the market to avoid calamity. Within a few short days, the market’s vitality had significantly waned, and the attendance was not even half of what it used to be.

Perhaps out of respect for the market’s rules, there had been peace within the Luoyun Market. Some observant Loose Cultivators and trading Cultivators still remained in the market.

It wasn’t until today that twenty Lin Family Members suddenly appeared near the Jin Family’s shops, openly attacking the Jin Family Clan Members.

Under the leadership of two Foundation Establishment Cultivators, they were able to capture all of the Jin Family Members within the marketplace in just half an hour.

The appearance of the Lin Family Members signified the Jin Family’s defeat, an inconceivable outcome. Furthermore, Lin Shigong and Lin Xingyuan demonstrated their Foundation Establishment cultivation, completely stunning the onlookers.

Afterward, many secretly discussed how the Jin Family, with six Foundation Establishment Clan Members, could have been defeated, how many Foundation Establishment Cultivators the Lin Family actually had, what unknown tactics they used, and just how much strength they had hidden.

Unfortunately, they could not find out.

…

On the Bluestone Plaza, near the auction venue.

A Qi Refining Eighth Level Cultivator sat casually on the stairs in front of the auction house, surrounded by more than a dozen Cultivators who gathered around him like stars around the moon.

“Daoist Chen, as the captain of the Law Enforcement Team, have you heard any rumors or have any insider information?”

“Yes, regarding the spell battle that has just erupted, I wonder what Daoist Chen thinks?”

In the crowd, a few cultivators started asking, hoping to glean some news from him.

Chen Jingshan frowned slightly, clueless about these inquiries, he was just as baffled at the moment.

Still, considering that they were all acquaintances, even though he knew nothing, he still responded with a few words.

“There’s no need for alarm. The grudges between the five major families should not involve us loose cultivators. Whether it’s time for seclusion or business, just carry on. Once they have settled their dispute, stability will naturally return.”

“Indeed, this is not something we should worry about!”

“What Daoist Chen said makes sense, we were overthinking it…”

After Chen Jingshan spoke, several cultivators seemed much relieved and echoed his sentiments.

Just then, Lin Shigong, along with other Lin Family members, appeared at the edge of the plaza.

“It’s people from the Lin Family…”

“Elder Lin has succeeded in Foundation Establishment!”

Several cultivators who had just arrived at the plaza exclaimed in confusion.

The arrival of Lin Shigong and his group immediately caused a huge stir, and the cultivators present greeted them with clasped fists, then made way for them.

“Fellow Daoists, there’s no need for such courtesy…”

Lin Shigong, with a gentle expression, politely responded, greatly endearing himself to those present.

Previously, members of the Jin Family had always been overbearing, yet due to the Jin Family’s great power, none dared to voice their anger.

The Lin Family, on the other hand, had always been low-key and fair in their dealings, and they had an excellent reputation throughout the Luoyun Mountain Range.

Amidst the cheering of the crowd, Lin Shigong gestured for everyone to be quiet, walked to the high platform in the plaza, and spoke with righteous indignation:

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“Fellow Daoists, the Jin Family harbored wild ambitions and rashly instigated clan warfare under the pretext of the Market City Contest. In just a few days, the Wu Family was annihilated, the Sun Family Clan’s Territory was breached, and many of their people were killed or wounded. Our Lin Family risked everything to resist, mobilizing the strength of our entire clan at the cost of heavy sacrifices, and we have now completely eradicated the Jin Family.”

“What?”

“Completely eradicated the Jin Family!”

As Lin Shigong personally announced the outcome, many had already guessed it, yet there were still many who didn’t know, and they were shocked when they heard the news.

Lin Shigong paid them no mind and continued:

“As the Jin Family no longer exists, we of the Lin Family will temporarily take over the management of Luoyun Market. Everyone should carry on with their business without any concern and please inform each other so we can bring the market back to its prosperous state as soon as possible.”

“As for the reformation of the Law Enforcement Team and the Market City Supervisor roles, clean backgrounds and meeting the requirements are the criteria for all Daoists who wish to apply, and the salaries will be increased by twenty percent over the previous rates.”

Upon hearing Lin Shigong’s words, the crowd of cultivators erupted in cheers.

The demise of the Jin Family indeed allowed many to vent their pent-up frustrations.

As for the Lin Family taking control of the market and raising the salaries of the executive officers, it was naturally considered good news.

Soon, many cultivators stepped forward, eager to sign up, and Chen Jingshan was among them.

Lin Xingyuan also took out a book and began to record their names, which would be kept on file for review and later employment.

Seeing the large number of cultivators signing up without any signs of resistance, the Lin Family could easily take control of the market.

Lin Shigong stood aside, a smile creeping onto his face.