Chapter 413

Only then can one proceed to even broader realms.

I have always regarded these words as the truth of life, and now I pass them on to you.

If each of us could spare no effort to strengthen our clan, I'm sure the Clan Lord would feel deeply comforted, and our Jiang family would have a brighter future...

Jiang Chen's eyes sparkled brilliantly, as if stars twinkled within them.

His voice was gentle, devoid of any violence, like a spring breeze soothing the heart.

As one who swore to devote everything in life to the family.

Naturally, he deeply wished for the family to grow ever stronger and for more prodigies to emerge.

Moreover, he had never worried that the rise of clan prodigies would affect his own status or resource allocation.

To gain it is my fortune; to lose it is my fate.

Let all things follow their natural course.

If the family could grow strong, what else could possibly matter?

Upon hearing this, Jiang Hao's spirit trembled.

For some reason, he suddenly felt a delusion.

It was as if the figure standing before him was not Jiang Chen, but the Clan Lord himself.

The feeling was utterly identical!

Thinking of this, Jiang Hao quickly shook his head and drove the strange thought from his mind.

Then he looked again at this elder brother, whose prestige within the clan was extraordinarily high.

"Elder Brother, I understand your reasoning. My brother and I have achieved what we have today solely because the Clan Lord spared no effort and paid great costs to uncover our talents!"

"Back in the clan hall, my brother and I had already vowed that for the rest of our lives, we would fight for the family!"

"If outsiders wish to destroy our Jiang family and shatter the peace of our clansmen, they must first tread over our bodies!"

Jiang Hao's face was resolute, his chest thrust out, his voice strong and clear!

As his words ended.

Jiang Chen reached out and patted Jiang Hao's shoulder.

Then he laughed heartily: "Good! No wonder you're a Jiang family man—what a noble aspiration! Should you ever have questions about cultivation or face difficulties, seek me out via the Cangwu Token!"

Hearing this unexpected boon, Jiang Hao couldn't help but smile.

After all, Elder Brother Jiang Chen was currently the strongest in the clan, second only to the Clan Lord.

Since his own foundation was still shallow, seeking guidance from him would surely yield great gains and accelerate his progress!

Then Jiang Hao recalled the scene from the semifinals, where he had lost to the opponent.

He couldn't help speaking out:

"From today on, I will take Elder Brother as my goal. Today's match was uneven in realm, leaving me unsatisfied—how about we fight again when we're at the same realm?!"

Since the Clan Lord, that towering mountain, was too hard to climb or surpass,

then he would set Jiang Chen, the first under the Clan Lord, as his target!

Hearing this, Jiang Chen's gaze flickered slightly, a look of satisfaction appearing on his face.

Then he laughed: "Hahaha, good! I accept this challenge. When you reach my realm in the future, I'll give you a chance to test yourself!"

He accepted the future challenge partly because he was deeply interested in Jiang Hao!

And partly to spur him on, accelerating his progress!

Yet as these words left his mouth,

deep within his heart, for some inexplicable reason, a strange premonition arose.

It was as if accepting Jiang Zhiwei's and Jiang Hao's challenges was merely the beginning.

More challenges would come, one after another!

Just as Jiang Chen was suppressing his smile, his expression growing increasingly peculiar,

Jiang Hao clenched his fists, his eyes gleaming, his face alight with excitement: "Good! It's a deal!"

This future challenge solidified his resolve: he would work twice as hard, cultivate diligently, and strive to reach the same realm as Jiang Chen!

When that time came, they would settle their rivalry once and for all!

Not long after,

Jiang Daoxuan officially announced the end of the Alliance Tournament!

At once, many high-ranking leaders of factions who had been restless felt immense relief.

Without delay, they hurriedly led their juniors away from Beidou Mountain.

As for those factions seeking to cultivate ties with the Cangwu Jiang family, they did not rush to leave.

Only when Jiang Daoxuan announced a banquet in Cangwu City, inviting all to gather,

did the remaining factions eagerly accept the invitation.

Yet Jiang Daoxuan himself had little interest in this gathering.

He directly entrusted its organization to Elder Jiang Hongguang.

He himself returned to Cangwu Mountain, back to the clan hall.

He sat once more upon the soft cushion, savoring the surrounding tranquility.

Jiang Daoxuan smiled, then summoned his system.

Instantly, a series of exquisitely pleasant tones rang out in his mind.

At the same time, rows of text appeared before his eyes.

【Ding~ Detected that the Alliance Tournament has ended. Family mission: Alliance Tournament—completed. Calculating rewards...】

【Ding~ Based on the collective performance of clan members, this evaluation grade is: Jia-Shang (perfect score). Reward distribution beginning...】

【Congratulations to the host for obtaining 6,100 points of family fortune】

【Ding~ Affected by the nourishment of family fortune, the Primordial Ancient Tree has advanced three levels, and new effects have now been unlocked】

【Effects now unlocked:

Level Three Spirit Awakening: Within the range of the family residence, increases the clansmen's comprehension (50%)

Level Two Fighting Spirit: Within the range of the family residence, increases the clansmen's fighting spirit (20%)

Level Two Sudden Enlightenment: Within the range of the family residence, the probability of clansmen's sudden enlightenment (1%)

Level Two Blessing: Within the range of the family residence, all newborns will have their physiques strengthened (20%), and the probability of being born with a special physique (0.1%)】

【Congratulations to the host for obtaining a Holy Grade Superior Mountain-Protecting Grand Formation: Four Symbols Holy Spirit Formation】

【Uninvited intruders entering the mountain have been detected; three warnings may be issued at will, and if the warnings are ignored, the four Holy Spirits of Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, and Black Tortoise will be summoned in sequence to attack the enemy!】

【The greater the number of Holy Spirits, the stronger the realm!】

【One Holy Spirit: Early Stage of Saint Realm; Two Holy Spirits: Perfection of Saint Realm; Three Holy Spirits: Perfection of Saint King Realm; Four Holy Spirits: Perfection of Great Saint Realm!】

【Note: The Holy Spirits' power originates from the spiritual vein. The higher the grade of the spiritual vein, the more Holy Spirits that can be summoned. After detection, the current Cangwu Mountain can summon one Holy Spirit at the Early Stage of Saint Realm to defend against enemies!】

【Congratulations to the host for obtaining the mysterious reward: Cauldron of Mother Qi of All Things】

【Cauldron of Mother Qi of All Things (Initial Form): Grade unknown, forged from the origin of the Mother Qi of All Things, heavy as Mount Tai, capable of tempering the physical body, able to fuse with divine iron, continuously upgrading. Once it transforms into an immortal artifact, a mere wisp of its aura can crush an entire realm! Possessing the might to collapse the eternal ages! Can be refined into a life-bound magic treasure!】