Clan Immortal Cultivation: I Can See Hints
Chapter 982 - 600: 5 Corpse Hidden Dangers, Secret Realm Spirit Mine (Two in One)

Double Hump Island, unlike the rainy days in other places, appeared serene and sunny here.

Not a cloud in sight.

On the island, the two massive humps that once stood tall had vanished, replaced instead by waves of dense mist.

Since the Lin Family intended to expand the borders of Soarwood Island and incorporate the Supreme Grade Spirit Stone mine into their territory, they naturally could no longer use the Double Hump Peaks as the boundary. Instead, the expansion stretched further southward.

At the foot of the Double Hump Peaks stood rows of cold bamboo, leaving only a narrow trail between them.

Within the bamboo forest were numerous narrow lanes, and scattered among them were several loose cultivators who had arrived here in great excitement.

As the Lin Family sought to expand its territory, they naturally relied heavily on loose cultivators. After all, no matter how many cultivators the Lin Family possessed, they were still insufficient when spread across such a vast number of islands.

Thus, loose cultivators were indispensable.

Alongside them were affiliated families.

Among these families, the Ye Family's cultivators were particularly prominent.

In the market town, only a small portion of shops had opened, but at the town's center, there was currently a courtyard.

Lin Yanqing sat in the courtyard, his gaze filled with confidence as he observed the surrounding cultivators.

Lin Yanqing was the son of Lin Zewen, now just over thirty years old, but his cultivation level had already reached Foundation Establishment Middle Stage. Most importantly, his cunning rivaled—and perhaps even surpassed—his father's.

"Regarding the policy for sea territory expansion, does anyone have differing opinions? Speak freely. In the future, whether it's Soarwood Sea Area or Redwood Sea Domain, the Lin Family possesses vast territories. We lack subordinates who are merely content to maintain what is established; rather, we need allies brave enough to open up new frontiers!" Lin Yanqing spoke slowly.

The other cultivators present were almost exclusively family heads of affiliated powers or Foundation Establishment elders.

As for the meeting involving Purple Mansion cultivators, that was being held elsewhere. However, this gathering would determine the direction of the Soarwood Sea Area.

The cultivators still hesitated as they contemplated.

"Our Ye Family naturally supports this initiative. Furthermore, our Ye Family is willing to contribute one Purple Mansion cultivator and four Foundation Establishment cultivators to the effort!" Ye Yulan spoke first.

Ye Yulan was the newly appointed head of the Ye Family, at Foundation Establishment Middle Stage. He wasn't particularly powerful, but his identity carried significant weight—he was the biological younger brother of Ye Yujiao.

The highest-ranking cultivators overseeing this Lin Family expedition to expand the Soarwood Sea Area were Lin Shiming and Lin Shiyi.

The former was at Purple Mansion Late Stage, the latter at Purple Mansion Middle Stage.

"We have no objections either!"

Other families followed suit, one by one nodding in agreement. Many of the families present were affiliates of Lianyun Island or Heavenly Phenomenon Island.

They were well-acquainted with the Lin Family's methods, and all nodded their approval.

"Then let it be settled. First, all Secret Realms are to be owned by the Lin Family. However, each Secret Realm will be opened once every ten years, allowing five slots for each affiliated family. If a Secret Realm is jointly discovered by multiple families, a maximum of ten slots will be allocated, and distribution will be decided among the affiliated families. This rule shall apply to Yellow Rank, Profound Rank, and even Earth Rank Secret Realms."

"Second, all islands will be managed, leased, and rewarded by the Lin Family based on merit, determined through the Demon Slaying Ranking and the Potential Contribution Ranking. Rewards may include some Spirit Vein areas, though the Lin Family will retain forty percent of the yield."

"Third, all affiliated families must strictly follow the directives of the Lin Family and are prohibited from disobedience and private actions."

As Lin Yanqing continued speaking, the faces of the cultivators grew increasingly grim. The policies laid out by the Lin Family were clearly designed to benefit their own interests, leaving little to gain for others.

"Of course, I understand what you are all thinking—the rewards do not seem proportionate to your contributions!"

"But, the next two points are what you truly want!"

Lin Yanqing offered a deliberately mysterious smile.

"The Soarwood Archipelago will allocate four affiliated islands as rewards. Purple Mansion families may compete for them. In addition, thirty Third Rank Spirit Vein sub-islands beneath these affiliated islands will be offered as rewards to Foundation Establishment families!" Lin Yanqing announced.

The moment he said this, the expressions of the heads of Foundation Establishment families and Purple Mansion families changed.

After all, following the ruling by True Person Lanling, the power structure of the Soarwood Archipelago underwent a complete reshuffling. Some former families from Lanling Archipelago pledged allegiance, while others fled, guilty of various offenses.

Many island territories were now vacant.

Moreover, the islands of Lanling Archipelago were much more desirable than those beyond the Double Hump Peaks.

They were more stable and safer.

The only issue was that the rights to distribute these territories, previously held by certain Purple Mansion families, had been revoked.

Under the Coral Alliance's rules, Inner Island lords had the right to allocate the entirety of their archipelago, dividing it into twelve Outer Islands.

Outer Island lords, in turn, could further divide the smaller sea areas under their dominion.

This was similar to how the Lin Family operated under Heavenly Phenomenon Island, which itself was subordinate to Red Leaf Island.

Now, the prior system was abolished, placing territorial distribution solely under the Lin Family's control.

This approach would prevent Outer Islands from accumulating independent power.

At the same time, the Lin Family's influence would swiftly spread across the entire Soarwood Archipelago.

Most critically, the sea area surrounding the Supreme Grade Spirit Stone mine within a radius of ten thousand miles was prohibited from hosting any other cultivators. Given the importance of Supreme Grade Spirit Stones—enough to tempt even the Demonic Race and Nascent Soul families—the Lin Family could not afford to relinquish control.

Supreme Grade Spirit Stones were especially critical for Nascent Soul cultivators. Even possessing a single Spirit Stone could greatly enhance their breakthroughs.

The Lin Family's primary goal, therefore, was this sea territory, which would not be divided among others.

"Lastly, you can rest assured—this time, the Lin Family will distribute disposable Spirit Talismans and Spirit Pills to all contributing families based on their contributions. For cultivators who sacrifice their lives, their families will receive equal compensation. Furthermore, Lin Family will deploy Hermit Five Corpses, Hermit Tianyi, Hermit Yujiao, and other hermits to provide support. Additionally, the Golden Core Demon King will join the fray!"

"So everyone can rest assured!"

If the previous terms were seen as rewards, then this final promise was the reassurance they needed.

In past expansions and campaigns, affiliated forces were often expected to contribute resources and treasures on their own.

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