PDLP Chapter 33 Promotion to Clan Chief
Chapter 33 Promotion to Clan Chief
Thinking of this, Lin Canglan suddenly remembered the idea he had once had.
I couldn't help but say it out loud:
"Qing'er, your actions have truly rendered a great service to the family."
"I have decided that you will be promoted to head of the Lin family immediately!"
Lin Canglan made this decision, which greatly surprised Lin Qing.
"Ancestor, you..."
Lin Qing was about to offer further advice when Lin Canglan waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "Actually, I've been thinking about this idea for a long time."
"Now, you have not only successfully established your foundation, but you have also made such a great contribution!"
"In terms of cultivation level, family contributions, and development potential, you are the best choice."
"But..." Lin Qing hesitated, "Liu'er is only in her early thirties."
"The Lin family needs a new change."
Lin Canglan suddenly said in a serious voice, "Now that we are surrounded by powerful forces and the sea race is restless, it is precisely the time for you young people to step forward."
"A fine sword is forged through tempering; your path of cultivation has only just begun."
Just then, the mist within the "Mysterious Water Sea-Suppressing Formation" shifted with the formation, and a sliver of golden sunset light spilled onto Lin Canglan and Lin Qing...
The two gazed into the distance, where the sea and sky stretched out before them, and fish leaped and birds soared in the sky—all were clearly visible.
"Waaaaah—waaaah—"
Three whistles echoed through the sky.
This was a sign that an elder of the clan had passed away. The two looked at each other and scanned the area with their spiritual senses.
In the early stages of Foundation Establishment, one's divine sense can roughly perceive a range of one mile.
"It's Qianbo."
Lin Qing looked sorrowful as she recalled the moments of the past.
As a child, I enjoyed playing chess; as an adult, my first experience was exploring a mine; an old man pleaded for his descendants…
It is still vivid in my mind.
The lingering sound of the whistle echoed across the island, casting a pall of sorrow over the entire tribe.
The white curtains in the east wing have not yet been laid, while the red banners in the south wing have been newly hung.
The funeral tents over there hadn't even been taken down yet, and the white banners here had already been hung up.
Lin Canglan sighed heavily. Over the years, how many elders and promising young men of the Lin family had fallen on the road to ruin?
"Liu'er, did you hear that? Did you see that?"
"Every household is filled with grief, and every family is weeping."
"This is the difference between a family, independent cultivators, and sects."
"Mutual support and assistance, sharing weal and woe. This is the fundamental reason why our Lin family has always been united."
His eyes hardened: "Sheng Qian has fallen... This also shows that the Lin family desperately needs a new beginning."
"Qing'er, you've taken over as clan leader, and the responsibility is no light one."
"It can be said that he is the one under the most pressure, apart from the clan patriarch."
Lin Qing felt a chill run down his spine, and the joy of successfully establishing his foundation vanished.
Yes, Foundation Establishment is only the beginning of cultivation. And now, the battle in the Su Family Market is fraught with uncertainty, a century-old beast tide is about to erupt, and the Lin Family is walking on thin ice!
……
Several days later, at the summit of Mount Tingyun, in the council hall.
Lin Qing held the talisman containing Lin Shengqian's last words, her heart filled with mixed emotions.
"Sixth son, Uncle Qian will never see your Foundation Establishment stage."
"But I believe you can succeed. Not only that, you will continue on this path..."
"...Perhaps, as your cultivation level increases, your family will become a burden. But you must understand, the path to immortality is too arduous for one person!"
"Your family can also be a source of strength for you... It all depends on what you do..."
"I believe Xiao Liu'er will definitely have a way."
"I hope that on that day, Little Six will bring a chessboard and tell me everything at my grave..."
As Lin Qing listened, her eyes gradually welled up with tears. Even on their deathbeds, the family elders did not forget to give their instructions to the younger generation.
This is what it means for one generation to pass on its legacy to the next!
Before long, the remaining late-stage cultivators of the Lin family entered the hall as if by prior arrangement.
This was the first general meeting of the newly appointed clan leader, and everyone naturally attached great importance to it.
The elder in charge of clan affairs was replaced a few years ago by Lin Qing's old acquaintance, Lin Shengyuan.
He was still dressed as a wealthy man, with a round, chubby face, and took the lead in reporting on the recent situation of the clan.
"Currently, the Lin family has a total of 103 cultivators."
"Among them, two are Foundation Establishment cultivators."
He paused deliberately at this point, glancing around.
Seeing the excited expressions on everyone's faces, he continued with pride, "There are twenty-three late-stage Qi Refining cultivators, including five elders."
At this point, Lin Shengyuan couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine. There were simply too few high-level combat cultivators in the family!
This number also surprised Lin Qing; no wonder the ancestor was so eager for him to reform.
"The number of ordinary people exceeds 120,000, of which about 30% are from other surnames."
"Regarding finances..."
According to Lin Shengyuan, the Lin family currently possesses one second-tier mid-grade spiritual vein, accompanied by a second-tier low-grade Azure Spirit Bamboo. They also have two first-tier low-grade spiritual veins, one of which is associated with iron ore, and the other leads to two hundred acres of spiritual fields and over one hundred acres of spiritual lake.
These fixed assets can bring the Lin family nearly three thousand spirit stones in net profit per year.
In addition to the income from the Lin family's previous profits in the market, the income from Fallen Feather Flowers and various cultivation arts, as well as other income such as Five Elements Essence and Sea Monster Materials, the total net income for the year was more than 8,000 spirit stones.
However, family expenses are also substantial.
Firstly, there are the stipends for the clan's cultivators. The ancestor now receives 600 spirit stones annually, Lin Qing receives 300 spirit stones, the five elders each receive 150 spirit stones, and the other cultivators receive varying amounts, totaling around 4,000 spirit stones.
Secondly, there is the Starry Sky Sect's offerings. Every certain period of time, they either "select" a disciple with excellent spiritual roots, or they have to pay up to three thousand spirit stones for cultivation resources, which averages out to two or three hundred yuan per year.
Thirdly, there are family public affairs. For example, the investment in the inheritance of various cultivation arts, the maintenance of family formations, and the upkeep of spirit ships require nearly a thousand in expenses.
That means a surplus of only about two thousand spirit stones per year. This is even with Lin Hexuan's profits in the market increasing fourfold; otherwise, the annual surplus would only be around seven or eight hundred spirit stones!
"Alas, now that Wanfu Market is destroyed, the days ahead will likely be even more difficult."
Everyone present felt bad, after all, the family was in trouble and their lives wouldn't be easy either.
After a moment's thought, Lin Qing said seriously:
"Uncles and elders, as you can all see, although the Lin family appears to be thriving on the surface, it is actually beset by internal and external troubles and crises."
"Qingchu is now in charge of the family, and I hope that all my uncles, elders, brothers and sisters will give him their support."
Lin Shengyuan quickly replied, "Clan Chief, please don't be so polite. The Lin clan values both virtue and talent. You excel in everything and have made great contributions; you truly deserve it!"
He emphasized the words "great achievement" very heavily, and everyone present who understood the situation nodded in agreement.
Lin Shenglei, the former elder who had been silent all along, couldn't help but speak up:
"The patriarch has his reasons for making this decision. Clan leader, please be direct and tell us why you have summoned us here."
As soon as these words were spoken, the hall became so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
Lin Shenglei's words were laced with barbs, clearly implying that the patriarch acted arbitrarily and appointed Lin Qing as the clan leader.
However, it's understandable that Lin Shenglei would feel resentful considering he lost an arm during the demon-slaying operation.
Lin Qing immediately said softly, "Okay, Mr. Reiber."
"I am still young and inexperienced, and dare not presume to drastically change the ancestral system. However, with internal and external troubles raging now, clinging to the status quo will only lead to our demise!"
Therefore…