Legacy of the Spirit Stone-Chapter 29 – Yang Lingqing

The crowd responded in unison, but couldn't suppress their curiosity, quietly glancing at Yang Lingqing.
"She's the daughter of the great master!"
"Even after becoming an immortal master, her appearance hasn't changed much, but her aura is incomparable to ordinary people."
The members of the Yang Clan thought to themselves.
"Father, Uncle, let's begin."
"Yes."
Yang Feiyun and Yang Xiaolei responded, stepping forward to on family matters.
The two stood below as usual, detailing various matters to Yang Lingqing in order of importance.
Facing their daughter and junior, they remained composed, feeling neither awkward nor uncomfortable.
They had grown up with Yang Guanfeng, witnessing his journey into cultivation and participating in his collaboration with Elder Yu to consolidate and cleanse the Yang Clan.
This process made them deeply understand the difference between the mortal and the immortal.
Just like fish that have come ashore, they are entirely different concepts.
The life and death of mortals are merely a whim for cultivators.
After the two finished ing, Yang Lingqing was informed of the current changes in the Yang Clan.
The beast tide had caused significant casualties and losses for the Yang Clan, but because they managed to protect most of the people, their reputation in the surrounding areas had risen significantly.
During this period, many people came to seek refuge, including merchants who originally lived in White Stone Town.
With White Stone Town destroyed and the Yang Clan still intact, the choice was clear—where else would they go?
As a result, the village at the foot of the mountain rapidly expanded in a short time, now with a population of several thousand.
Yang Lingqing nodded slightly and then asked, "How is the situation on the southern shore?"
"ing to Immortal Master Lingqing, it has been mostly developed. Although not as fertile and rich as the northern shore, it is sufficient to sustain people," Yang Feiyun replied.
"Alright, let those who come later move to the southern shore. The northern shore should be reserved for the families who endured the beast tide."
Yang Lingqing extended her hand, and a floor tile beside her was broken by the earth beneath it.
A mound of earth rose, moving towards Yang Lingqing like a living creature, crushing the tiles and rubble it passed as if they were tofu.
Witnessing this scene, the crowd was both shocked and awed.
"Truly the means of an immortal!"
"Marvelous, absolutely marvelous!"
Since taking the position of clan head, Yang Guanfeng hadn't displayed his cultivation in front of others for a long time, as his prestige in the Yang Clan was already high enough without needing to reinforce it this way.
But Yang Lingqing was different. To the members of the Yang Clan, she was entirely new.
Many still remembered her as the little girl from over a year ago.
Yang Lingqing was well aware of this, and she knew that no amount of words could be as effective as letting them see for themselves.
Sure enough, when she demonstrated her cultivation and spells, everyone's gaze towards her changed from when she first arrived.
In addition to respect, there was now a hint of fear.
This was a shift from an abstract understanding of cultivators to a concrete recognition of Yang Lingqing herself.
They realized that, like Yang Guanfeng, Yang Lingqing could decide their fate at any moment if she wished!
Yang Feiyun and Yang Xiaolei stood by, unable to hide their excitement and joy.
Yang Lingqing's demonstration was different from Yang Guanfeng's overpowering methods.
This meant that the Yang Clan now had another legacy!
With Yang Lingrui's Gale Wind technique, they now had three legacies!
At this moment, a half-palm-sized earthen token solidified atop the mound, inscribed with the character "Qing."
"Please, Father, use this token to pass down the decision. From now on, the three bridges across the river will be guarded by clan soldiers. People from the southern shore can come to the northern shore for business, work, or investment, but they cannot reside there long-term. The Yang Clan has many tasks ahead, and if they can make contributions, those from the southern shore can earn the right to move to the northern shore. This is one matter."
This arrangement was to establish a hierarchy, so those seeking refuge with the Yang Clan would understand the benefits and drawbacks.
The Yang Clan treats its own family equally, but that doesn't mean they will indiscriminately extend kindness to everyone.
This arrangement positioned the Yang Clan atop the mountain.
Below, the northern shore housed the families who shared hardships with the Yang Clan, protected by clan soldiers.
The southern shore was for newcomers, responsible for their own survival, with no interference from the Yang Clan.
This created a clear hierarchical structure.
"The second matter is a message from Lingqing on behalf of the two ancestors. Please, Uncle, take stock of the number of children aged ten to fourteen in the families on the northern shore."
"Yes, as Immortal Master Lingqing commands!"
Yang Lingqing didn't explain the reason for the count, but anyone with sense could see the implications.
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When Elder Yu selected three children from the Yang Clan, it was within this age range.
Now, with another count, does it mean there will be another test and selection?
These two matters seemed separate but were actually part of the same plan, further highlighting the advantages of the northern shore.
Once the news spreads, the families on the northern shore will strive to have more children, hoping for one with potential to achieve great success.
Meanwhile, seeing the benefits on the northern shore, the outsiders on the southern shore will become more inclined towards the Yang Clan, working harder in the future.
"Is there any other important matter to discuss?"
"ing to Immortal Master Lingqing, there is nothing else."
"Alright, you may disperse."
After everyone left, only three people remained in the council hall.
"Uncle, thank you for your hard work all this time. I will still need to trouble you in the future," Yang Lingqing said, standing up.
"It's no trouble, just my duty."
Yang Xiaolei quickly waved his hand, then cautiously asked, "Lingqing, about my child..."
Yang Lingqing smiled upon hearing this, "Linghu has also completed his cultivation and is now traveling with the ancestor. Uncle, you needn't worry."
"Ah! That's wonderful news!"
Yang Xiaolei was overjoyed and, after expressing his gratitude, went to arrange the counting of the children.
"Father."
"Qing'er."
After calling each other, the father and daughter fell into silence.
Since her mother passed away early, Yang Lingqing had been very sensible from a young age, not speaking much.
Yang Feiyun was always busy, so their interactions were actually quite limited.
Later, she was discovered by Elder Yu to have cultivation potential and was taken to the Forbidden Zone, staying there until now.
Facing others earlier was fine, but now, in private with just the two of them, Yang Feiyun found himself at a loss for words with his daughter.
"Qing'er, managing the household is not easy. In the future, stay by the ancestor's side, observe, and listen more."
After pondering for a while, Yang Feiyun finally spoke.
But as soon as he said it, he regretted it.
Despite not seeing each other for a long time, his first words were in a lecturing tone.
"Father's guidance, Lingqing understands."
Yang Lingqing acknowledged, then looked up at her father.
Yang Feiyun had just entered middle age, but his hair was already more than half white, showing how much he had worked for the Yang Clan.
"Father, while working for the family, you must also take care of your health."
"Sigh, Qing'er is right. Father will remember."
After a simple exchange, silence fell again.
Seeing his daughter looking at him, Yang Feiyun also looked up.
Meeting her gaze, he suddenly felt a pang of sorrow and guilt.
"Father, don't worry. Lingqing understands everything."
"Yes, Qing'er has always been sensible."
"Father, I actually just want to know one thing."
"What is it? Qing'er, tell me."
"That day, when I was taken by the ancestor to the Forbidden Zone to cultivate, did Father feel proud of me?"
As the words fell, Yang Feiyun stood there, stunned.
After a moment of daze, he came to his senses, and looking at Yang Lingqing again, his eyes welled with tears.
His lips trembled, hesitating several times before finally stomping his foot hard and saying, "It's Father's fault! Qing'er, you don't know, all along, all along! You've always been Father's pride! Whether or not you were chosen by the ancestor that day, you are my most precious daughter!"
At this point, Yang Feiyun was already in tears.
He stepped forward, wanting to hold Yang Lingqing's hand, but suddenly realized she was now an immortal master, hesitating midway, unsure whether to advance or retreat.
"Father."
Yang Lingqing reached out and held Yang Feiyun's paused hand, causing him to tremble slightly before gently placing his other hand on her hand.
"Father, this is enough."
With that, Yang Lingqing withdrew her hand, turned around, and in the blink of an eye, left the council hall.
Yang Feiyun stood there in a daze for a long time, then let out a long sigh, tightly clutching the token his daughter had given him, and strode out.