Top-level Qi Luck: Leading My Clan to Cultivate Chapter 2225: 1137: Honored Guest (2)

Under the watchful gazes of numerous cultivators, additional practitioners kept arriving in droves.

Among the newcomers, the majority were at the Foundation Establishment realm, settling in the valley city tended by Lin Family Foundation Establishment members tasked with their reception.

Meanwhile, Lin Xingrong along with fellow Golden Core Stage clan elders awaited other Golden Core experts from the lofty platform atop the peak.

“Look there, that golden-robed old Daoist appears to hail from Changyun Country’s Xu Family…”

“Xu Family?”

“Is it the Xu Family that rivals Jinfeng Country’s Liang Family?”

“Exactly…”

“The Xu Family boasts an ancient lineage with deep-rooted foundations. Their influence and total might match the Liang Family’s without falling short.”

“…”

As several cultivators buzzed in conversation, whispers spread among others, centering on those mighty Golden Core powers with solid legacies and vast sway.

While the discussions raged on, distant streaks of light approached this location at a leisurely pace.

With the beams drawing nearer, the forms of those approaching sharpened into view.

“Quick, look… it’s Senior Wang…”

“Senior Wang from Yun State’s Divine Tree Sect has arrived…”

“Daoist Wang Lusheng… he’s here as well…”

At that instant, not just the Foundation Establishment crowd stirred with talk—even the meditating Golden Core cultivators cracked open their eyes to observe Wang Lusheng.

Furthermore, certain Golden Core peers familiar with him offered nods of acknowledgment to this prodigious cultivator, Wang Lusheng.

Wang Lusheng promptly returned the nods before soaring toward the Lin Family group.

By now, Lin Xingrong and his companions clearly identified Wang Lusheng, swiftly guiding clan members forward to welcome him warmly.

From a distance, Lin Xingrong and the others cupped their fists in salute, then chuckled: “Daoist Wang, your long journey to visit the Lin Family truly honors us greatly…”

Lin Xingrong’s words came as Lin Family members displayed deferential looks, underscoring the clan’s high esteem for Wang Lusheng.

After all, setting aside his prestigious origins and status, Wang Lusheng’s sheer talent, boundless potential, and fearsome might alone warranted the Lin Family’s utmost attention.

On top of that, his backing was extraordinarily formidable—the Nascent Soul powerhouse Divine Tree Sect from Yunzhou.

This Divine Tree Sect carried an ancient legacy of immense power, standing out as one of the most daunting among Nascent Soul sects.

In Yun State today, the Divine Tree Sect’s collective strength placed it at the pinnacle.

Yun State itself, home to Divine Tree Sect, lay at the heart of the Nine Provinces Continent, the thriving hub of Human Race cultivation where experts abounded and the Immortal Path flourished.

Yet even in such a fierce domain as Yun State, Divine Tree Sect carved out a dominant foothold.

Were it shifted to Qingzhou, Divine Tree Sect’s prowess would far surpass the premier Yulan Sect by a wide margin.

Thus, Wang Lusheng combined unparalleled gifts and prospects with this colossal support.

Add his devastating battle prowess and role as Divine Tree Sect’s core disciple, and his clout became immense.

Even Nascent Soul masters hesitated to cross him lightly, despite his mere Golden Core cultivation.

Hence, Wang Lusheng’s elite heritage, overwhelming fighting strength, and supreme future promise drew eyes everywhere he ventured.

Particularly before Golden Core powers or nascent Nascent Soul factions, none dared slight him, much less provoke him rashly.

The Lin Family was no exception—though Lin Tianming had ascended to Nascent Soul, propelling the clan upward, they still extended due courtesy to Wang Lusheng.

At minimum, he merited treatment as their premier guest of honor.

Indeed, Lin Xingrong and company demonstrated profound respect, proactively approaching and addressing him with evident deference.

Wang Lusheng appreciated the Lin Family’s regard, yet he knew full well their transformation.

For the Lin Family had evolved into a true Nascent Soul entity.

More crucially, the breakthrough belonged to Lin Tianming, who had once bested him outright.

Wang Lusheng grasped Lin Tianming’s prowess intimately.

To him, Lin Tianming wielded tremendous might with endless growth ahead; upon reaching Nascent Soul, his combat ability would soar to horrifying heights.

Then, Lin Tianming’s dominance could overwhelm even veteran Early Nascent Soul foes in a flash.

His feat of slaying the aged Nascent Soul cultivator Song Chufeng head-on proved that chilling supremacy.

But Lin Tianming’s current power was merely one threat.

His potential loomed even larger.

Backed by genius talent, youth, and Lin Family resources, vast advancements awaited him.

At the least, steady cultivation would likely carry him to Late Nascent Soul, joining the elite Great Cultivators.

With apt fortunes, he might even claim the mythic Divinity Transformation realm, ascending among humanity’s apex figures.

Thus, Wang Lusheng recognized how Lin Tianming’s advance had skyrocketed the Lin Family’s might and portended a fearsome destiny.

The Lin Family now transcended a basic Nascent Soul power.

At worst, it rivaled ancient Nascent Soul lineages in raw strength and promise.

On that footing, despite his Divine Tree Sect true disciple prestige, Wang Lusheng refused to belittle the Lin Family.

Still, he and Lin Tianming shared a solid bond, forged stronger through their duel, marked by reciprocal admiration between prodigies.

The Lin Family’s gracious reception preserved that goodwill.

Consequently, Wang Lusheng shunned any haughtiness toward them.

Besides, Lin Xingrong—Lin Tianming’s own father—greeted him alongside top clan elders.

Toward these Lin Family figures, Wang Lusheng’s demeanor differed sharply from dealings with equivalent peers.

Hearing Lin Xingrong’s greeting, Wang Lusheng showed no slack, eagerly stepping forward to respond.

His booming laughter echoed from afar.

“Haha… Esteemed Lin Family Daoists, you’re far too courteous…”

“As Daoist Tianming’s friend, his pioneering Nascent Soul breakthrough marks a joyous milestone for the Lin Family.”

“Once more, I’ve lagged in our rivalry—quite the helpless turn.”

“Yet sincerely, I rejoice for Daoist Tianming and all Lin Family fellow Daoists.”

Wang Lusheng’s face beamed with authentic delight, radiating true gladness for the Lin Family.

His remarks stunned the observing Golden Core cultivators.

For they hinted at deep ties between Wang Lusheng and Lin Tianming—beyond their Alchemist Congress clash at Yulan Sect, other contests had followed.

These might pit raw combat skills, cultivation pace, or the race to Nascent Soul first.

With Lin Tianming’s Nascent Soul attainment, he’d triumphed over this favored son, Wang Lusheng.

Yet Wang Lusheng appeared wholly accepting of the outcome.

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