A hundredfold return: creating an Eternal Family

With the departure of the Wang family and the surrender of the Shi family, the Lin family began to officially take over Huaihai City and renamed it Lincheng. All the industries of the City Lord's Mansion, the Lu family, and the Wang family were all under the control of the Lin family.

The guards on the city wall were all replaced by the monks of the Lin family. They were dressed in uniform and looked majestic and awe-inspiring.

Lin Nian stood on the high building of the City Lord's Mansion, overlooking the city he had just conquered.

He took a deep breath and then announced to the public;

"From today, Lincheng is independent! No longer under the jurisdiction of the Netherworld Dynasty!"

This news was like a heavy bomb, which instantly caused a sensation in the city.

Then, Lin Nian announced another exciting news;

"Tomorrow, a merit-rewarding meeting will be held in the City Lord's Mansion! All the clansmen and monks who performed well in this battle will receive the rewards they deserve!"

Hearing this, the clansmen and monks of the Lin family were all happy and encouraged.

They knew that this was Lin Nian's recognition and reward for their efforts.

For a time, the whole Lincheng was immersed in joy and expectation.

As night fell, Lincheng was brightly lit and bustling. People laughed and talked on the streets, celebrating the new life of Lincheng.

In the City Lord's Mansion, Lin Nian and Lin Chong, the old ancestor, and others were discussing how to better manage the city and how to deal with possible pressure from the Netherworld Dynasty.

In any case, Lincheng has taken its first step towards independence. Under the leadership of Lin Nian, it will move towards a brand new future.

A hundred miles away from Lincheng, Xiao He and Lu Xuan'er shuttled through the mountains and forests like deer fleeing for their lives. Their breathing was disordered and their clothes were tattered. They had obviously experienced a thrilling escape.

"Hurry, can't stop!"

Xiao He's voice was a little tired and firm.

Finally, they came to a hidden valley, and the two men who were almost exhausted had to stop.

Looking back, the empty mountain road made them feel a little relieved.

Lu Xuan'er leaned against a big tree, panting, and turned her grateful eyes to Xiao He;

"Thank you, City Lord Xiao, for saving me. If it weren't for you, I would have been killed by the Lin family today."

Xiao He waved his hand, with a bitter smile on his face;

"Lu Tianjiao is too polite. The Netherworld Dynasty and Qingyun Sect are allies. How can I stand by and watch someone die?"

A complex look flashed in Lu Xuan'er's eyes. She knew that Xiao He's action was not entirely out of righteousness, but at this moment she could only accept his kindness.

Xiao He seemed to see through Lu Xuan'er's thoughts, and sighed in his heart, "Now the Netherworld Dynasty is changing, the ancestor has not much time left, and there are undercurrents in the court. I am also leaving a way out for the future."

Lu Xuan'er was silent for a moment, and then the flame of revenge in her eyes burned;

"The Lin family dared to kill my Qingyun Sect's outer sect elders. I am not a gentleman if I don't take revenge! When I return to the sect to report to my master, I will make the Lin family disappear into ashes!"

Xiao He nodded in agreement;

"Yes, I will also report the death of General Lei Yu to the King of Beijun. The King of Beijun will not let it go. With the army, Huaihai City will be pacified in no time."

The conversation between the two was full of war and strategy, and the future changes have begun to emerge in their words.

Then, Xiao He bowed and said goodbye;

"Lu Tianjiao, the mountains are high and the waters are long, we will say goodbye here, I wish you a safe journey."

Lu Xuan'er nodded, and the two parted ways, each plunging into a larger vortex of fate.

The next day, the morning sun shone on Lincheng, and the martial arts field of the City Lord's Mansion had been newly decorated, with flags fluttering, showing the majesty and glory of the Lin family.

Lin Nian and Lin Chong, the ancestors, stood on the high platform, overlooking the densely packed Lin family children and monks below, their number had reached 5,000.

Shi Zilin of the Shi family was also present, and his figure was particularly eye-catching in the crowd. After all, the Shi family was once a strong enemy of the Lin family, but now they have become allies.

Lin Nian cleared his throat, his voice filled with unquestionable majesty;

"Today, our Lin family officially changed its name to the Lin clan. This award ceremony aims to reward those Lin clan monks who performed outstandingly in the battle to capture Lin City yesterday! The sacrifices of those Lin clan disciples who died in the battle will not be in vain!"

The Lin clan disciples below heard this, and their hearts were filled with blood. They knew that this was a glorious moment and a reward for the brave.

The elder Lin Zhentian took out a list and handed it to Lin Nian. Lin Nian took the list and began to read out the names of the winners.

"Lin Zhentian, the elder of the Lin clan, led the Lin clan disciples to attack the Lu family and made the first contribution. He was specially awarded a copy of the Xuan-level top-grade technique "Wood Spirit Secret" and one thousand top-grade spirit stones!"

Lin Zhentian excitedly stepped forward and took the reward, tears flashing in his eyes;

"Thank you for the gift, patriarch. We will live up to the patriarch's high expectations!"Then, Lin Nian continued to read;

"Second Elder Lin Bufan, Third Elder Lin Mo, Fourth Elder Lin Hai, Fifth Elder Lin Lei, Sixth Elder Lin Meier, killed the elder of the Lu family and won the second-class merit. Each of them will be rewarded with 500 high-grade spirit stones, plus a middle-grade Xuan-level martial arts!"

As Lin Nian's voice fell, five martial arts books appeared in front of the five elders. Elder Lin Bufan took the lead in selecting one, and the rest of the martial arts were collected by other elders.

Then, Lin Nian waved his hand, and 500 high-grade spirit stones appeared in front of each elder, and they collected them one by one.

Then all eyes were focused on the head of the family, Lin Nian.

He stood on a high position, his eyes were like torches, and he looked around at the clansmen below.

Lin Nian slowly spoke again, his voice like a huge bell, spreading to every corner;

"Deacon Lin Zheng, you have shown the bravery and spirit of sacrifice of our Lin family by seriously injuring the elder of the Lu family at the pain of a broken arm. For this, I will give you a fourth-grade Sea Breaking Pill and 150 high-grade spirit stones as encouragement."

"Thank you, Patriarch."

Lin Zheng stepped forward to receive the reward. Although his face was in pain, his eyes were full of determination and honor.

"Deacon Lin Jun, you have made great contributions to assist the second elder in controlling the situation on the city wall."

"I will give you a third-grade Gathering Spirit Pill and 3,000 middle-grade spirit stones."

Lin Jun bowed to receive the reward, with a look of joy on his face.

As the rewards were handed out one by one, the morale of the Lin family was high, and everyone's face was filled with pride and joy. Deacon Lin Hua and others also received the rewards, and their names and achievements were read out one by one, inspiring everyone present.

However, the most exciting thing was the reward for the Lin family law enforcement team.

This team of 1,000 people killed the elite disciples of the Lu family on the battlefield and made great achievements.

They received 2,000 second-grade elixirs, 5,000 middle-grade spirit stones and 100,000 low-grade spirit stones as generous rewards.

These resources will be distributed by themselves, but Lin Nian sternly warned;

"You are not allowed to pocket them. If you violate this, you will be severely punished!"

Next, all the Lin family monks who participated in the battle also received due rewards;

Each person received 100 middle-grade spirit stones and one second-grade elixir.

If there are those who have not been credited, they can come to report. Once verified, they will be awarded accordingly. But Lin Nian also sternly warned;

"Impostors will be killed!"

Finally, in order to celebrate this victory, Lin Nian decided to reward the Lin family members who did not participate in the battle;

Each person received 10 middle-grade spirit stones and 50 low-grade spirit stones. This news made the cultivators and ordinary people who were not in the middle stage of the body refining realm cheer and they shouted excitedly;

"Long live the head of the family!"

"The head of the family is invincible"

At this moment, the entire Lin family is united and the morale is high. At this moment, Lin Nian's status has reached a point where no one can shake it.

They know that as long as they follow Lin Nian, the Lin family will surely move towards a more glorious future. Even the ancestor Lin Chong beside them believes it.