"Immortal Wei, any news from Hundred Beasts Mountain?" Shen Yuan pondered for a moment before quickly asking.

Wei Qiuling shook her head slightly, "I only received word from the sect and rushed over."

"However, Hundred Beasts Mountain is in its own turmoil at the moment and is unlikely to make any moves in the short term."

"They themselves are on edge right now."

"There are too many strong contenders plotting for the Female Essence Wisdom Pearl. That Old Ape is not particularly strong among them, and by participating, he's in constant danger."

"If that Old Ape were to fall, the Immortal Sects that have grudges with Hundred Beasts Mountain would surely not miss this opportunity."

Upon hearing this, Shen Yuan nodded slightly, "That's a relief."

"However, it's still uncertain whether that Old Ape can return alive and if the Lingshan Sword Immortal can turn the situation around."

He was well aware that the entire Danzhou had tacitly accepted that the Lingshan Sword Immortal was Shen Family's backing.

Whether they feared the Shen Family or sought to ally with it, it was largely because of the face of the Lingshan Sword Immortal.

If anything happened to the Lingshan Sword Immortal, the Shen Family would immediately revert to its original state.

More crucially, if the Lingshan Sword Immortal is missing for too long and the Old Ape returns safely, there's no guarantee that Hundred Beasts Mountain won't harbor other thoughts.

"Elder Shen Patriarch,"

Seeing Shen Yuan's grave expression and worried eyes,

Wei Qiuling hesitated for a moment before speaking, "To be frank, Luoxia Mountain's initial intention of befriending the Shen Family was indeed to use the opportunity to ally with the Lingshan Sword Immortal and Cyan Ruo Sword House."

"But now, Luoxia Mountain places more value on Junior Brother Wen'an's talent."

"Therefore, with or without the Lingshan Sword Immortal, Luoxia Mountain is willing to treat the Shen Family as true friends."

Wei Qiuling was very astute. After witnessing Shen Wen'an's talent, she realized that instead of going to great lengths to use the Shen Family to associate with that Sword Immortal, it was better for Luoxia Mountain to 'cultivate' a Sword Immortal themselves.

Given Shen Wen'an's talent, he has a great chance of becoming a Sword Immortal in the future.

She understood the character of the Shen Family members and knew that Luoxia Mountain's unreserved help would ensure that when Shen Wen'an became a Sword Immortal, it would be the day Luoxia Mountain rose to power.

With the protection of a Sword Immortal, Luoxia Mountain could undoubtedly leap into becoming the strongest Immortal Sect in Qishan.

This was far more valuable than gaining a favor from the Lingshan Sword Immortal.

"Thank you, Immortal Wei."

Shen Yuan quickly clasped his hands in gratitude upon hearing this.

You see the true nature of a friendship in times of adversity. At this moment, Wei Qiuling's straightforwardness and Luoxia Mountain's intentions genuinely surprised and moved him.

The disappearance of the Lingshan Sword Immortal meant that at any moment, the Shen Family might face a full-scale assault from Hundred Beasts Mountain.

Luoxia Mountain's decision undoubtedly signified their resolve to confront Hundred Beasts Mountain head-on.

Wei Qiuling waved her hand with a slight smile.

She had seen the Shen Family grow step by step from a small farming household into the current Qi Cultivation Family.

In just over a decade, Shen Wen'an of the Shen Family had already achieved the Fetal Breathing Realm as a Sword Cultivator.

The younger generation also saw a surge in talent, with several Immortal Seedlings possessing Spirit Roots emerging.

In the greater scheme, Wei Qiuling felt an intuition.

This small Qi Cultivation clan seemed to possess astonishing fortune.

Immortal Dao cultivators especially value fortune. Since Luoxia Mountain allied with the Shen Family, they first discovered an Ancient Times relic, then acquired a Cyan Spirit Stone Vein.

A short time ago, they discovered a Water Smoke Stone Vein again.

Each successive harvest was closely linked to the Shen Family, perhaps an indication of their fortune.

Wei Qiuling could sense that if Luoxia Mountain truly aided the Shen Family through this calamity, gaining them some time, they might indeed reap unimaginable benefits.

"Elder Patriarch, you should know about this, and the Shen Family must be more cautious these days."

"Qiuling shall take her leave now."

Wei Qiuling had come in haste and departed just as quickly, as if there were other more crucial matters awaiting her.

Shen Yuan escorted her to the door, watching her as she departed on her flying shuttle, his expression turning somewhat serious.

Since the rise of the Shen Family, he had always taught Shen Wenxing to find a backing, a reliable one.

But he also understood that the family's greatest pillar could only be themselves.

Only with enough strength could they have more confidence in the face of danger.

In the evening, Shen Wenxing returned from outside to find his father waiting by the chamber door.

"Father."

He stepped forward and clasped his hands.

Shen Yuan nodded and entered the chamber. After the father and son sat down, Shen Yuan relayed the news brought by Wei Qiuling to him.

"What do you think?"

Shen Wenxing, with a serious expression, met his father's gaze and pondered for a moment before saying, "I do have an idea."

He organized his thoughts and began, "Right now, we are already tied with Luoxia Mountain."

"In addition, through the Water Smoke Stone Vein, we have formed ties with the Vajra Sect."

"Qiyun Valley is somewhat uncertain, unless Li Heshan becomes the Sect Leader, then he might draw closer to the Shen Family."

Shen Yuan nodded.

"Continue."

Shen Wenxing thought for a moment and continued, "That Hundred Beasts Mountain has a Pseudo Pill Realm ancestor, but all these years they haven't managed to dominate the entire Qishan Range, because the Immortal Sects in the Qishan Range have survived by banding together."

"The Shen Family should follow this example, pull in some allies, and form a new small coalition. By then, if Hundred Beasts Mountain targets us, they'd have more to hesitate about."

Shen Yuan nodded solemnly, "It is as you say, but we currently don't have much of value to offer."

For the Shen Family at present, aside from the Cyan Spirit Stone Vein and Water Smoke Stone Vein, the only things that might interest other Immortal Sects would be the Spiritual Spring and the small tree at Dragon Coiling Mountain Martial Arts Hall that can generate Innate Spiritual Qi.

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