Stronger from Earth

The appearance of the Gate of the World marked the beginning of the splendor of Earth Civilization, yet it was also the source of crises.

In past years, Wang Xuan participated in many Otherworld development ventures, such as the Eight-armed Celestial King Realm, the Evolution Realm, and the Ten Thousand Beasts Realm. Though his performance was outstanding then, he was essentially just a small soldier leading the charge.

Step by step in cultivation, he is now a Grotto Void True Immortal with unparalleled combat power, needing to conquer the Tao Realm alone, prolonging the lifeline of Earth Civilization.

"In the eastern sea of the Divine Land, a new Gate of the World has appeared, now divided among three parties. You should go and oversee it," the Martial Immortal said.

The value generated by a Gate of the World is unimaginable, especially for a True Immortal. As long as some of the Otherworld’s origin can be absorbed, cultivation levels can surge.

With that, the Martial Immortal flicked his finger and sent Wang Xuan a piece of beast skin paper.

"This is the Artifact Refining Technique left by a True God, known as the Creation Refining Skill, a miraculous art that practices weaponry through the absorption of the Creation of all things, perfectly suited for you."

As Wang Xuan received the beast skin paper, an exceptionally formidable Divine Power surged towards him. Even after countless millennia, the Divine Power left behind from when the True God wrote the text was still astonishing.

"Creation Divine Power?" Wang Xuan was filled with joy and surprise.

The weaponry technique of a True God was already invaluable, and the remaining Creation Divine Power was, for him, a demonstration of the path of predecessors, a mentor guiding the way forward.

With the existence of Creation Divine Power, his Creation Domain would likely undergo a transformation soon, stepping into a new realm.

Leaving Black and White Mountain in the morning, Wang Xuan was back by afternoon.

Black and White Mountain was filled with a festive atmosphere, with Lin Cheng and Tianwei chatting and tending to children, while Hongze and Zhang Han managed external affairs, and Chun Shui and Qiushui handled numerous servants.

"Master, the Spirit Medicine in the medicine fields has recently seen a great increase in potency, its value multiplied several times. Should we cultivate new fields?" Zhang Han asked, holding an account book, a smile spreading across his face.

Black and White Mountain has vast medicine fields, growing many common Spirit Grasses. With the master’s influences from several practices, the grade of the Spirit Grass continually improved.

The feeling of sitting at home and picking up money was simply too delightful.

Wang Xuan nodded and said, "One-third of Black and White Mountain’s land can be opened up for medicine fields, this is the limit. Specifically, you can arrange it."

He generally wouldn’t interfere with the production of Black and White Mountain, as this wealth even True Immortals would care about, was a mere trifling sum to him.

Eldest disciple Hongze said on the side, "Master, Master’s Master has prepared a night banquet tonight, gathering our fellow disciples."

"A big gathering or a small one?" Wang Xuan asked casually.

Hongze bowed and said, "A big gathering."

A small gathering would be merely the master and ten disciples having a simple meal and chat. A big gathering involved dozens or hundreds of people, generally including disciples’ disciples and their partners in the Dao.

"I understand," Wang Xuan nodded.

As Lin Cheng greeted with a baby Wang Zhu, alongside Tianwei, he said, "Xuan, several True Immortals visited this morning wanting to see you."

Preoccupied with matters in the Tao Realm, Wang Xuan didn’t want to be distracted, saying, "Unless it’s urgent, refuse all visits for me in the near future."

He took the baby, holding and teasing him, pinching his soft cheeks with his big hands, laughing heartily.

The harmonious atmosphere made Wang Xuan feel a pang of guilt.

As a father, as a husband, he hadn’t spent enough time with his family, neglecting his responsibilities.

During Lin Cheng’s pregnancy, he wasn’t there, and in the years to come, he might also miss Wang Zhu’s growing years.

Thinking of this, he felt more indebted to the two.

Wang Xuan wanted to tell Lin Cheng about his upcoming departure, but looking at her face radiating happiness, he couldn’t bring himself to say it.

He beckoned Hongze and Zhang Han over, saying, "In the next six months, if you have nothing important, just stay by my side. During this time, I will guide you in your cultivation."

These two disciples were mostly left to their own devices; fortunately, due to their efforts and the competitive environment, they managed to thrive.

Hearing this, Hongze and Zhang Han were very pleased, quickly agreeing.

The master was Earth Civilization’s top prodigy; becoming his disciple was a great fortune, gaining his guidance was an opportunity many dreamed of.

The two decided that in the upcoming half-year, even if there were matters, they would set them aside, letting everything else wait.

In the limited time Wang Xuan spent with his family, another five True Immortals came to visit. As the hero who defeated Diyang Wushuang, Wang Xuan was now a highly sought-after figure.

"Just say I’m busy with important matters, prepare a gift and politely refuse," Wang Xuan didn’t want to meet them.

"True Immortals are all influential figures; isn’t it impolite to refuse like this?" Lin Cheng asked.

Any True Immortal stands as a pillar of certain forces. Running Changsheng Group for many years, Lin Cheng naturally knew the value of a True Immortal’s connections.

Wang Xuan was indifferent: "No worries, just refuse."

As Earth Civilization’s top prodigy, he had reached the Peak of the Grotto Void Realm, his future beyond doubt.

As long as he’s strong enough, the world will show goodwill, and all obstacles will make way.

Moreover, he genuinely didn’t have the time now.

Those True Immortals, in his eyes, were far less important than his wife and disciples. Any spare moment was better spent fulfilling his responsibilities.

Watching the setting sun, Wang Xuan thought for a moment, waved his hand, and nine piles of treasures appeared before everyone.

He said, "These nine gifts are prepared for my master and the eight senior brothers and sisters. In my absence, you’ve been looked after by them, and such a favor cannot go unthanked without a generous gift."

During those years trapped in the Evolution Realm, he could do as he pleased thanks to his sect’s care for his family.

In the future when he’s absent, Black and White Mountain might still need their extra attention.

Hence, a generous gift was indispensable.

Even Tianwei, having seen the world, commented, "Aren’t these gifts a bit too grand?"

The gifts for each senior brother and sister were comparable to the entire net worth of a Grotto Void True Immortal. As for Master He Fang’s gift, it was at the level of a Void True Immortal’s grand gesture.

Wang Xuan said, "The more generous, the better to show my intentions."

As a Pill Master at the top of the food chain, what concern did he have for such things, not to mention he held several treasures’ worth of wealth.

In fact, he not only prepared gifts for his senior brothers and sisters but also for his own wife, children, and disciples, merely not yet time to give.

As the Golden Crow sets in the west and the moon rises in the east, Black and White Mountain is ablaze with lights, looking vibrant and bustling.

With a wave of his sleeve, Wang Xuan conjured a Rainbow Bridge leading straight to Master He Fang’s Mountain Gate.

"Let’s go," Wang Xuan led a few people and set forth.