Family Management Game In Immortal Continent Chapter 774: The Three Thieves

A short time later, the seniors who had dived into the mountain range began to emerge one by one.

"Tianming, the seniors explored the mountains in their soul forms and discovered vestiges dating back one hundred and sixty thousand years.

The remains are buried four hundred meters beneath the surface. Hurry, demolish the mountain!"

Li Tianming did not hesitate for a second.

He was instantly encircled by countless sheets of talisman paper, while various Spirit Artifacts and Dharma Treasures ascended into the sky.

The talismans shimmered with light as they bonded to the Spirit Artifacts and Dharma Treasures, creating a radiance so intense it seemed to swallow both the heavens and the earth.

Moments later, these Spirit Artifacts rained down upon the ground like a violent deluge.

[Your descendant, Li Tianming, possesses a second personality due to his split personality disorder. This persona can only cultivate the main body's Righteous Path techniques and is characterized by positive traits.

He demonstrates exceptional talent in Talismans and the Art of Weapon Control.

Observing that Li Tianming was such a well-behaved child, many seniors doted on him and shared their knowledge of the way of talismans.

Acquired Profession: Talisman Master]

[Reached the Divinity Transformation realm. Acquired Heaven-bestowed Technique: Innocent Heart Heavenly Technique.

By maintaining a pure heart, he can petition the Heavenly Dao to grant him power once per year.]

[Acquired Heaven-bestowed Technique (Sealed)]

[Acquired Domain: Pure Spring. With a mind devoid of distractions, he can split his consciousness to manage numerous talismans and Spirit Artifacts at once.]

[Domain (Sealed)]

"Big Brother, Tianqi, I... I've reached my limit. My spiritual power is completely drained."

While the dust and debris swirled, the massive tremors of spiritual power were kept contained by Li Tianqi’s formation.

Having used up all his spiritual power, Li Tianming fell from the sky, only to be caught by Li Tianqi.

The seniors residing within the "Talisman of the Fifteen Profound Seals" set out once more to scour the ruins for evidence concerning the site from one hundred and sixty thousand years ago.

"It’s fine. It will take two years for your spiritual power to return. Big Brother and I will look after you." Li Tianqi gave the weakened Li Tianming a smile before resuming his tasks.

Resting on the lotus platform, Li Tianming gave a slight nod.

Just before fatigue forced his eyes shut, a flicker of red light danced in his pupils. He looked toward his two brothers and sighed, his expression returning to its usual peaceful and clear state.

...

"Good kids."

Witnessing the destruction of the vast mountain range, Li Wei felt a surge of genuine shock.

The synergy between the Three Thieves was truly incredible; they managed to suppress every trace of their aura.

It was no wonder they could act so boldly within Duskwild Prefecture and the Duravia Trade Prefecture.

The seniors emerged from the talismans and rushed into the mountains.

Perhaps because they had joined Li Tianyi on so many tomb-robbing ventures, every one of them was remarkably proficient.

They easily identified the ancient auras from one hundred and sixty thousand years ago among the rubble, utilizing their skills to track them back to their origins.

Frequently, the groups of elderly men and women would huddle together to debate, resembling a collection of veteran scholars.

"Come, examine this shard of a Dharma Treasure. The aura suggests it originates from one hundred and sixty thousand years ago.

Observe the damage on this armor scale; it looks like it was ruptured by overwhelming spiritual power, causing the Dharma Treasure to shatter from the inside out."

"This was likely a sword. Look closely; it was forged from 'Spirit-Severing Gold.'

For a sword of this quality to be destroyed this thoroughly, I suspect the adversary primarily utilized fire techniques."

"Hurry, hurry! I’ve located the spot where a Formation foundation once stood.

I recall the Immortal Zhao Clan has a member named Zhao Buqun who is an expert in spiritual formations.

Hiss... the aura of this formation is remarkably similar to what we felt in the Duravia Trade Prefecture. They are virtually identical."

"..."

Holy... shit?

Li Wei’s eyes widened as he watched the elderly spirits work so diligently. As the saying goes, one is never too old to pick up new skills.

These old fellows used to follow Li Tianyi to raid tombs—at the time, they were merely a group of unorthodox amateurs.

Yet, after several centuries, they had transformed from amateurs into a professional unit of archaeological specialists?

...

As time slipped by.

The Li and Zhao clans continued their quiet shadow war, while the Li family members, following Li Xinnian’s plans, expanded and flourished at a rapid pace.

Though the world was in a state of chaos, people continued to walk their paths through these volatile times.

Within the Duravia Trade Prefecture, on Spirit Dao Mountain under the Aeternus Sect's rule.

Every fifty years, a spirit spring on this peak would collect the spiritual Qi of heaven and earth, possessing the power to wash the marrow and cleanse the physical form.

Rumor has it that the most talented individual among the Aeternus Sect's current hundred elders obtained a Heavenly Spirit Root specifically by absorbing the essence of this spirit spring.

For those on the path of Cultivation, everything depends on destiny; this Heaven and Earth Spirit Spring is claimed only by those fated to find it.

At this moment on the peak, a man with long, flowing hair held a staff. Clad in white robes and walking barefoot, he stepped through the snow as he climbed Spirit Mountain.

"Heaven and Earth Spirit Spring, Amitabha."

The young man ignored the biting cold, a subtle smile touching his lips.

"I was born with mediocre talent. Even with my Master’s assistance during Foundation Establishment, my Four Spirit Roots only improved to Double Spirit Roots.

If I can secure the Heaven and Earth Spirit Spring today, my aptitude will undergo a fundamental change."

"When that happens, just as Great-Grandfather mentioned, I will finally be able to meet the seniors and have an audience with the Old Ancestor."

A sense of longing filled Li Qiukong's eyes.

"The ancestors are truly remarkable.

They emerged from the mountains with nothing when they started their journey, yet they fought and cultivated their way to their current status. Every Elder holds immense power.

But as for me..."

Li Qiukong gave a self-deprecating smile as he spoke.

He had dedicated his whole life to Cultivation. He knew little of his peers; he only knew that he was far too slow-witted.

Since his birth, the family had provided him with Blood Fruits, cultivation methods, spirit artifacts, and the standard six-piece protective set from the elders, yet he still lagged behind his predecessors.

Inhaling deeply, Li Qiukong’s eyes grew determined as he continued his ascent.

"Even if I fail to earn the elders' respect, I must at least prove myself to Grandfather and Great-Grandfather.

My Master calls me a fool, but once I attain a Single Spirit Root, or even a Heavenly Spirit Root, Master won't have to look at me with that sour face all day."