System: After the fortune telling, my cultivation level skyrocketed.

After learning the truth behind their defeat, only Ziyu and Hei Song remained standing among the Cangyunling disciples.

The rest, such as Ziyun, Qingyue, and Jingshui, all lay limp and dejected on the ground like frostbitten eggplants, clearly having suffered a heavy blow to their bodies and minds.

"An existence comparable to a sage, and we... we actually coveted his tribal territory? And even plotted to annihilate his tribe..."

"We're courting death! We're practically asking for it... We deserve to die!"

……

Some of the weaker Cangyunling disciples started whispering amongst themselves after learning of Chen Xuan's true strength.

"If you had severed my head with that sword, I would have surely died." Hei Song looked at Chen Xuan with a resolute look in his eyes and said in a deep voice, "I have no way to repay such a great kindness. If you do not mind, I am willing to become your servant and follow you for life."

"what?!"

"Junior Brother Hei Song, you..."

Upon hearing this, not only was Ziyu shocked and wide-eyed, but the Jiang family members who had rushed over, as well as Bai Li and Jiang Ming, were also stunned.

"A servant, to serve you for life?"

This kind of servant contract is not even as lenient as the master-servant spirit beast contract, and both parties must be cultivators at the level of the Foundation Establishment Realm or above to issue such a servant contract.

Chen Xuan simply looked down at Hei Song quietly. Although Hei Song's eyes were incredibly sincere, he didn't need this kind of servant. Moreover, the boy's expression of loyalty now clearly indicated that he had ulterior motives.

Although Chen Xuan could not be completely certain.

But in reality, just as he had predicted, Chen Xuan's extraordinary talent even made Hei Song feel that Chen Xuan should be a reincarnated immortal. To follow a reincarnated immortal and become their servant—that was something countless low-level cultivators dreamed of!

A mere flick of the immortal's finger could provide them with enough to last a lifetime.

"I have Bai Li, that's enough. I don't need any servants."

As the Jiang clan arrived, Chen Xuan promptly withdrew his Lightning Dao Domain and slowly landed on the ground. After understanding the meaning behind Hei Song's words, even Zi Yu's gaze towards Chen Xuan became incredibly ardent, not to mention the several female cultivators among the Cangyun Ridge disciples.

After feeling the intense gazes of Senior Brother Hei Song and Senior Brother Zi Yu, they even fantasized about following Chen Xuan, serving him at all times, and then using Chen Xuan's energy to go further on the path of cultivation.

However, Chen Xuan's words shattered their many illusions.

"Brother Chen Xuan...you?" Jiang Ming and Bai Li arrived and instinctively called out to Brother Chen Xuan.

However, Jiang Tianxiao immediately glared at him and reminded him.

"From now on, we shall address you as senior. We shall no longer be able to address you as an equal."

"Huh? Clan Chief?" Jiang Ming and Bai Li were a step too late and were unaware of Hei Song's earlier explanation.

"Shut up, kid!" Jiang Tianxiao glared at him, and Jiang Ming shrank back in fright. He then awkwardly whispered to Chen Xuan, "Senior?"

Hearing Jiang Ming's affected way of addressing him, Chen Xuan laughed and punched him, saying, "If you pull this trick on me again, I'll beat you up!"

"Oh dear, this is outrageous! How dare you hit your big brother, little brother?" Jiang Ming completely forgot Jiang Tianxiao's warning when he saw Chen Xuan's behavior.

The two of them, just like real people, exchanged a few blows and then burst into laughter.

This scene, witnessed by the disciples of Cangyun Ridge, filled them with envy for Chen Xuan's attitude towards Jiang Ming. Jiang Tianxiao and the other clan leaders of the Jiang clan, seeing Jiang Ming recklessly provoking Chen Xuan, were all taken aback, their hearts leaping into their throats.

Fortunately, Chen Xuan did not get angry at Jiang Ming; instead, the two acted as if they were brothers, just like before. This scene relieved the Jiang clan members, but they also smiled.

Seeing the two of them like this, the group of old men stroked their beards and laughed.

Regardless, the crisis of the Jiang clan's extermination has been overcome. The fact that hundreds of thousands of Jiang clan members can still survive and continue on this land is what they value most.

As the Jiang clan members gathered around Chen Xuan, a joyous celebration was naturally in order.

The atmosphere here is no longer as dull and oppressive as before; it's as if the clouds have parted to reveal the clear sky, full of vitality and energy.

Turning around unintentionally, Chen Xuan saw the Cangyun Ridge disciples huddled together whispering. He frowned and said, "Now that the outcome is decided, why aren't you leaving? Could it be..."

Chen Xuan's words were cold at this moment, and his gaze was like an incomparably sharp sword, making Zi Yu, Hei Song and the others dare not look him in the eye.

"We wouldn't dare! We wouldn't dare!"

"Please calm down, senior. The reason we haven't left yet is that we have another matter to ask you."

Chen Xuan looked at the extremely respectful Ziyu and asked, "Please allow me to speak?"

"Yes, please allow me to inquire." Ziyu felt as if his underwear had been seen through by Chen Xuan's gaze. He hurriedly wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and respectfully asked, "I wonder if Senior has joined a sect?"

"No," Chen Xuan replied without hiding anything.

"Then, senior, is there a sect you would like to join?" Ziyu asked, unable to hide his excitement.

"No." It's not that there isn't any, but rather that Chen Xuan landed in the Qushan area, and the sects and other sects outside knew nothing about it.

"Then, senior, would you be willing to join my Cangyun Ridge sect?" Seemingly worried that Chen Xuan would refuse directly, Ziyu hurriedly said, "With your qualifications, if you are willing to become a disciple of my Cangyun Ridge, my three Nascent Soul Ancestors will definitely come out of seclusion to compete for you as a disciple. And with your status as a disciple of the Ancestors, plus your realm, once you have achieved success in your cultivation, you will probably immediately become the next sect master of my Cangyun Ridge."

After speaking rapidly and in rapid succession, Ziyu fell silent, giving Chen Xuan time to think.

Chen Xuan remained silent, his mind racing with the scenario.

"Although you have reached a level comparable to the Yuan Shen Dao Ren, every breakthrough in the cultivation realm requires a massive amount of resources. While rogue cultivators may be free and carefree, sects are actually the same, just with more rules. If you are willing to become my disciple, I believe that all the cultivation resources in the Cangyun Ridge will be tilted towards you."

“Yes, with your senior qualifications, the sect’s higher-ups will definitely value you highly. With the support of massive resources, you will surely become a true Nascent Soul Ancestor in a short time.” Hei Song also bowed and said with utmost seriousness.

Upon hearing that Chen Xuan had the potential to become a Primordial Spirit Ancestor in a short time, several low-level female cultivators from Cangyun Ridge, such as Qingyi Qingyue and Huangyi Jingshui, all looked at Chen Xuan with immense admiration.

Upon closer inspection, wow, he was incredibly handsome. His eyes shone as if he were looking at a priceless treasure.

Upon hearing these words, Chen Xuan did not show much surprise.

But the Jiang clan members all felt a sudden jolt in their hearts. The sect leader of an ancient sect with a history of thousands of years! What glory! What prestige!

It's simply unbelievable.

PS__

The third watch ended.

Thank you all for your tremendous support and for the gifts. With your support, I will work even harder to write.

I've been in the "black box" (a form of online detention) for seven or eight days. I don't know if I'll still get my 6000-word attendance bonus this month. If I don't, I'll be devastated.