Clan Rise: Starting as a Grandfather Chapter 1306: 847: Taking Charge of Yang Family Town, Grand Entrance (Part 2)

The carriage portal was meticulously carved from a single block of mutton-fat jade, featuring subtle golden lines that traced intricate floral motifs, concealing an underlying talismanic array. Harnessing the carriage were a pair of fiery Red Cloud Horses, their necks bedecked in gilded bridles; the saddles sparkled with pea-sized pearls, and their custom-forged horseshoes emitted a faint gold glow with every rhythmic step. Hovering above, four Golden Feathered Fire Crows, each three feet in length, served as aerial escorts. Their gilded feathers shimmered with a heat-haze glow as they swirled around the vehicle, alighting watchfully upon the roof whenever the carriage came to a halt. While the carriage avoided gaudy decorations, it radiated an air of dignified grace. The fusion of gold foil and white jade offered a luxurious aesthetic without appearing ostentatious, while the glowing gold patterns provided both a smooth ride and an auspicious presence.

The guards of the Beishi family were visibly stunned upon witnessing the procession. Could these individuals truly be representatives of the Lingxi Yang Family? Was the Lingxi Yang Family not merely a minor clan? By what means could they muster such a magnificent display? Who exactly occupied the interior of the carriage? Could it be their renowned Foundation Establishment Immortal Cultivator? It was common knowledge that Yang Zhenshan had attained the Foundation Establishment stage, as this single achievement was the cornerstone of the Lingxi Yang Family's status.

At this moment, receiving news of the arrival, Shi Pingshan emerged from the town to investigate. Upon catching sight of the entourage, he too was struck by the sight, finding the ornate carriage particularly arresting. A vessel of such craftsmanship, drawn by Mutant Beast-grade Red Cloud Horses and flanked by Golden Feathered Fire Crows, was an undeniably impressive spectacle. It was not that the Beishi clan lacked the means for such displays, but they simply did not prioritize such superficial formalities. In terms of pure grandeur, no force in the Sea of Spirit could rival the Xuanqing Sect, with their massive Cloud Boats and Golden Fire Flood Dragons. By that metric, a singular specialized carriage was a minor detail. Yet, the carriage served as a testament to the heritage and burgeoning technical capabilities of the Spirit Source Land. Even a transport vessel could broadcast volumes about one's mastery of talismanic arrays, beast taming, and artifact refinement.

In truth, this particular carriage was a pilot project from the Spirit Source Land's Artifact Refining Workshop and Array Formation Department. Their research had borne fruit in the form of various flying transit vessels; they had aspired to construct full-scale Cloud Boats, but the complexity of the required arrays exceeded their current resources. Thus, they produced these carriages to serve as high-tier transit within the Spirit Source Land. Recognizing this as the Spirit Source Land's formal introduction to the wider world, the Clan Hall had selected their finest vehicle for An Yuxing, augmenting the effect by assigning four Golden Feathered Fire Crows from the Beast Taming Department. This distinction highlighted the divergence between the Spirit Source Land—steeped in the customs of the former Da Rong Dynasty and its high-echelon officials—and the Sea of Spirit, where Sects and Families ignored ornate traditions entirely in favor of showing raw, unadorned power.

As Shi Pingshan drew near, the carriage door swung open, revealing An Yuxing, who stood before the gathered crowd with an air of impeccable composure. "Haha, I assume you are the distinguished Shi Pingshan? An Yuxing greets you, Senior Shi!" An Yuxing stepped forth, his visage aged yet bearing a wry, world-weary smile. Shi Pingshan regarded him with visible confusion. The surname was An? Not Yang? Was he not an emissary of the Lingxi Yang Family? Catching wind of his skepticism, An Yuxing clarified, "I serve as a Guest Elder for the Yang family. On instructions from our Family Head, I shall now be stationed permanently at Yang Family Town!" After all, since Yang Zhenshan himself could hold the title of Guest Elder at the Illusion Moon Sect, the presence of a Guest Elder within the Lingxi Yang Family seemed entirely logical.

Yang Family Town! Shi Pingshan unconsciously glanced toward the town behind him, marveling at how swiftly the renaming had occurred before the settlement was even fully occupied. "Haha, I see—Brother An, if you would please follow me!" Deep down, Shi Pingshan had suspected that Yang Zhenshan was the mysterious figure who had saved the Beishi family that night. Given that Foundation Establishment cultivators were rare in the Sea of Spirit, he doubted multiple unknown experts could arrive simultaneously. He had lingered specifically to confirm if Yang Zhenshan was the benefactor, but instead of the Patriarch, he was met by this enigmatic stranger, leaving him feeling both perplexed and intrigued. Moments later, the Yang family contingent moved into the town, and the soldiers accompanying Yang Mingzhi immediately assumed their duties in maintaining the town’s defenses. The Beishi family had acted with integrity, seizing only the treasury of the Lian family without engaging in wanton destruction. Although some damage had occurred during the initial expulsion of the Lian clan, the town’s architecture remained largely intact, albeit slightly disorganized. Shi Pingshan led An Yuxing and the others into the former Lian family residence. The ancient courtyard was perfectly preserved, with even the furniture and ornaments left untouched, waiting for their new masters.

"Haha, from this day forward, this is Yang Family Town. I shall not presume beyond my role as your guest. Brother An, please!" Shi Pingshan chuckled as he walked into the central hall. An Yuxing gave a respectful bow, responding, "On behalf of the Yang family, this junior thanks Senior Shi for his immense generosity!" Dismissing the praise with a wave of his hand, Shi Pingshan grinned, "It is but a small gesture!" An Yuxing turned toward Yang Mingzhi at his side, motioning, "Second Young Master, please, occupy the seat of honor!" Yang Mingzhi offered a sheepish smile, replying, "Elder An, please do not jest. With you and Senior Shi present, it is not my place to sit there!"