Family Management Game In Immortal Continent Chapter 4: My Li Family Flourishes with Descendants
Previously on Family Management Game In Immortal Continent...
Li Wei felt a deep sense of satisfaction seeing his descendants enjoying such harmonious marriages.
As time accelerated within the game, Li Dalong and his wife settled into a rhythm of weaving and farming, all while the husband dedicated himself to his Cultivation.
[Fifth Year]
[Through unwavering persistence, Li Dalong has successfully broken through to the third level of Qi refining.]
[During the same year, Xu Cuihua’s pregnancy concluded with the successful birth of a son, who has been named Li Yaozu!]
[Congratulations on the new family member! Incense +10!]
"A baby at last!"
Delighted by this double stroke of luck, Li Wei took a celebratory gulp of his drink, his heart filled with joy.
On the screen, Li Dalong—who had been pacing anxiously outside—began to dance with pure elation. "The ancestor has manifested! It is a boy! My Li family finally has a successor!"
The perspective shifted shortly after. Li Dalong was shown weeping tears of gratitude before the ancestral altar while cradling his infant son.
"Ancestor, please look upon this healthy boy. My son Yaozu possesses the talent of an immortal!"
A reward was definitely in order for such an occasion!
[Activating 'Ancestral Blessing: Love from Ancestors'; 4 points of Incense consumed.]
A radiant glow immediately descended, bathing both Li Dalong and his child as they stood before the altar.
"My son, do you see? Our ancestor has appeared once more. He has blessed you to live a life free from sickness and misfortune!"
[Incense gained +2]
Once the initial excitement faded, Li Wei hurried to inspect the newborn’s personal stats.
Li Yaozu’s potential was clearly superior when compared to the messy spiritual roots of his father.
[Spiritual Roots: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth]
[Wood Spiritual Root: 56]
Even though it remained a mixed spiritual root, there are varying degrees of quality. A score of 100 represents a complete spiritual root, so 56 points could be considered quite decent.
It was a significant improvement over Li Dalong’s 38-point Golden Spiritual Root!
"The Li family is truly beginning to flourish!"
Li Wei happily ordered Yuexian to prepare some late-night food. Once he had eaten, he returned his focus to the game’s progression.
Because he was a Cultivator, he could remain awake all night without feeling the slightest bit of fatigue.
He watched in silence as the Li family continued to develop.
The arrival of the child brought visible changes to the Li family’s homestead on the interface.
Li Dalong expanded their dwelling significantly and tilled several acres of rich soil.
The game appeared to simulate seasonal shifts as well. Li Wei observed the fields during their barren periods, but since Li Dalong was a practitioner, he was able to hunt to keep the family fed.
Before long, a notification in the action log caught Li Wei off guard.
[Li Dalong has hunted every wild boar in the Wild Boar Forest, earning the trait 'Wild Boar Killer'!]
"???"
He wondered what such a bizarre trait could possibly do.
Li Wei clicked the icon to investigate.
[Wild Boar Killer: Increases combat power by 10% and boosts damage against porcine creatures by 200%.]
"Impressive."
Li Wei gave a mental nod of approval. It seemed his descendant was making remarkable strides in a very specific area.
With the new addition, the small Li household was brimming with vitality.
Li Wei watched as Li Dalong brought even the infant Li Yaozu to the altar to pay respects. It was clear the father believed that honoring the ancestors should be taught from the cradle.
[Incense gained +3]
Shortly after, Li Wei noticed that Xu Cuihua’s belly was swelling once again!
He checked the in-game calendar; it was now the seventh year.
"That’s my descendant for you—a real man!"
The birth happened quickly.
[Xu Cuihua has given birth to a daughter, named 'Li Yaoqing'!]
[Congratulations to the Li family on the new arrival! Incense +10]
As before, the scene transitioned to the family gathered at the altar.
"Your unfilial descendant has let you down, Ancestor. We failed to produce another son this time. I beg for your forgiveness!"
Li Dalong wailed as if he had committed a grave sin.
He held the confused Li Yaozu, while next to him, a somber Xu Cuihua cradled the newborn girl.
"What is this? Favoring boys over girls?"
Li Wei’s expression soured. To him, any descendant who could contribute to the clan was valuable, regardless of gender. This bias was unacceptable.
He paused to consider his options.
[Activating 'Ancestral Blessing: Love from Ancestors'; 2 points of Incense consumed.]
This time, he targeted the skill exclusively on Li Yaoqing!
Li Dalong seemed to grasp the message immediately. He looked visibly startled as he bowed again.
"Ancestor, please contain your anger. Dalong understands now. Every child of the Li family is precious and will be loved. Thank you, Ancestor, for the blessing upon Yaoqing!"
[Incense gained +3]
Li Wei’s annoyance softened at the sight. Although direct communication with the game characters was impossible, he could guide them through his actions. By blessing only Li Yaoqing this time instead of the whole family, his intent was unmistakable.
As the family went back to their daily lives, Li Wei checked the girl’s stats.
This child’s talent was lower than her brother’s and even weaker than Li Dalong’s. Her Water Spiritual Root only reached a mere 20 points.
However, it didn't bother him. As long as the clan grew, every member could contribute. Even if they only worked the farm, more hands were always better.