Chapter 718

Jiang Daoxuan's expression bore a touch of reflection.

If not for Jiang Hongguang, the clan's chief steward, managing countless affairs for him.

How could he, as clan leader, isolate himself from all duties, spending nearly every day in seclusion to cultivate and act like a hands-off master?

Thus, toward Jiang Hongguang, who labored tirelessly.

Deep within his heart, beyond gratitude, there was also a touch of respect.

And at this moment, as Jiang Daoxuan's words fell in a rapid succession.

Everyone present was deeply moved, their hearts surging with emotion.

But faced with the clan leader attributing nearly all credit to them.

The crowd felt embarrassed and hastily waved their hands: "No, no, no, these are things we ought to do—we hardly deserve such praise from you, Clan Leader…"

"Indeed, if the clan had no us, it would merely lose a few members—but without you, where would the Cangwu Jiang Clan be?"

"It is truly a great fortune for the Cangwu Jiang Clan to have you!"

"You bore the weight of the entire clan, shielding all of us from outside threats, ensuring our safe growth—this is why you had no time to handle clan affairs, and could only devote yourself daily to relentless cultivation, never daring to slacken. You are forever our example!"

"Yes, we merely spent a small, insignificant portion of our time managing clan affairs—how could that compare to your toil? Your strength is the clan's greatest foundation; only as you grow stronger can our people maintain their peaceful, secure lives…"

Seeing this, Jiang Daoxuan's face softened with satisfaction, and a faint smile crept onto his lips.

Then he began to reward the crowd.

Jiang Hongguang, Jiang Hongwen, Jiang Dao Yun, Jiang Hao, and others each received a valuable cache of cultivation resources.

Jiang Yi, for being the first to detect the extraordinary nature of the Heaven's Mechanism Disc through his Twin Heavenly Eyes, was granted two additional Heaven-grade magic treasures.

To Jiang Daoxuan, who was immensely wealthy, these resources were but a drop in the ocean.

After finishing this, he turned his gaze to Jiang Han.

Remembering that it was Jiang Han who had obtained the Heaven's Mechanism Disc and surrendered it to the clan.

Jiang Daoxuan's eyes grew thoughtful.

He began considering what reward to bestow upon him.

Yet, just as he slipped into contemplation.

The next instant, the system's melodious voice rang out once more!

【Ding~ Current target: Investment can trigger a Red-tier return】

【Invest three Heaven-grade magic treasures to obtain one Yin-Yang Essence Stone】

【Invest one thousand jin of Spirit Nectar to obtain one Ten-Thousand-Year Spirit-Infused Stone】

【Invest the Saint-grade upper-tier sword art, "Lutian Sword Art," to obtain one Emperor Weapon embryo】

Gazing at the lavish rewards before him, Jiang Daoxuan was greatly surprised.

He had never anticipated such fortune today.

Not only had he acquired the Heaven's Mechanism Disc, but he could now trigger another investment return.

Still, this was better—it spared him the dilemma.

Jiang Daoxuan shook his head and swiftly retrieved a space ring, handing it to Jiang Han.

Inside were not only abundant resources, but also a strand of his own divine consciousness, meticulously detailing the cultivation method of the Lutian Sword Art.

Seeing this, Jiang Han immediately extended both hands and carefully accepted the space ring.

Though he did not open it.

He deeply understood that whatever the clan leader gave was bound to be exceptional.

Thus, the value of its contents was surely beyond his wildest imagination!

Thinking this, Jiang Han immediately bowed and thanked: "Thank you, my lord!"

Jiang Daoxuan gave a slight nod and did not linger; in an instant, his figure vanished from where he stood.

When he reappeared, he was back within Bai Yu Jing.

He waved his hand and summoned the Haotian Mirror and the Heaven's Mechanism Disc from his system space.

As he activated the magic treasure reforging function.

The system's prompt appeared before him.

【Ding~ Detected host initiating magic treasure reforging. Please select one of the two merging treasures as the primary treasure】

Jiang Daoxuan's eyes grew thoughtful.

If he chose the Heaven's Mechanism Disc as the primary treasure.

Then the Haotian Mirror would most likely become material for restoring the Heaven's Mechanism Disc's lost power.

But for him, such a restored Heaven's Mechanism Disc was likely less useful than the Haotian Mirror.

So Jiang Daoxuan made his choice.

"Haotian Mirror!"

【Ding~ Haotian Mirror selected as primary treasure. Magic treasure reforging initiated. Duration: three days】

The system prompt had just appeared.

The next instant.

A seven-colored divine radiance emerged on the surfaces of both the Haotian Mirror and the Heaven's Mechanism Disc!

The two beams shot forth, intertwining, growing ever more brilliant!

Dao resonance spread, exuding a heavy, overwhelming Emperor aura!

This immensely powerful and terrifying aura swept across the entirety of Bai Yu Jing, spreading deep into the void!

At this moment, Jiang Chen, who had been seated on the ground cultivating, was startled by this aura and opened his eyes, a look of astonishment crossing his face!

Though he had successfully nullified all effects of this pressure through the mysterious flame within his body.

But after perceiving just how immense the true nature of this power was, he couldn't help but be deeply shaken.

Without exaggeration, this level of power was something he had never seen in his entire life since birth.

"Uncle, just how many hidden cards do you still hold?"

Jiang Chen lifted his head, gazing toward the direction where his uncle resided, and murmured softly.

Originally, whenever he saw himself making progress, he believed he was drawing closer to his uncle, understanding him better.

But now it seemed, all those past assumptions were merely the tip of the iceberg of his uncle's true strength.

The true methods his uncle possessed far surpassed the imagination of the world!

It was a power that should not exist in this realm — a supreme might capable of sweeping across the Nine States and even the Imperial Court!

"Yet, such an uncle... makes one inexplicably feel at peace..."

Jiang Chen let out a light laugh, shaking his head unconsciously.

In his view, as long as his uncle remained, the family had an endless, glorious future ahead.

Thus, the stronger his uncle became, the safer the clan members would be.

"Yet even so, I will never abandon chasing after your footsteps!"

Jiang Chen clenched his fists, sparks of determination flashing in his eyes.

After realizing the gap between himself and his uncle had grown to an unimaginable scale,

he felt no discouragement whatsoever.

On the contrary, he was brimming with motivation!

After all, such a dazzling beacon stood ahead, illuminating his path and guiding his steps.

What reason did he have to feel discouraged?

Rather than worrying about it, he ought to focus on how to become stronger.

Thinking thus, Jiang Chen no longer paid attention to the strange phenomena around him.

He slowly closed his eyes and sank back into cultivation.

On the other side.

Seeing that it would still take three days to complete the restoration of the Hao Tian Mirror,

Jiang Daoxuan withdrew his gaze, summoned his system, and examined the three rewards gained from investing in Jiang Han.

【Yin-Yang Essence Stone: Contains extremely pure Yin and Yang forces, suitable for cultivators to absorb and cultivate.】

【Ten-Thousand-Year Spirit Stone: Nourishes a cultivator's spirit, soul, and true essence; prolonged wear can repair damage to the spirit and soul.】

【Imperial Weapon Embryo: Once absorbed, it fuses with the cultivator's mastered abilities to birth a unique, one-of-a-kind Imperial Weapon — perfectly aligned with the cultivator's own powers and possessing growth potential; can be forged as a Core Magic Treasure; initial rank: Imperial Lower Grade.】

【The method to elevate its rank varies with the magic treasure; only after absorption can the true method be known.】