Chapter 5: Clan Treasury
"Entering the clan treasury?"
Upon hearing Lin Fan's words, the elder Lin Mu below the hall was momentarily stunned, then quickly intervened, saying, "Clan Chief, this is not advisable."
"The clan treasury is where our Lin Clan stores many treasures, including countless martial arts, elixirs, and rare treasures. According to the clan rules, only those who have made significant contributions to the family or have won the clan championship are eligible to enter. Even though Lin Langtian has only reached the Shape Creation stage, despite his extraordinary talent, serving as the law enforcement elder is already sufficient. Rewarding him with entry into the treasury may be excessive."
As Lin Mu's voice fell, several elders belonging to the faction of the elder also spoke up, "What the Clan Chief said is indeed true. We hope you will reconsider."
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Seeing the elder chief's intervention, Lin Langtian also shifted his gaze slightly, looking towards the elderly man in purple robes.
Seemingly noticing Lin Langtian's gaze, Elder Lin Mu raised his eyelids lightly, showing no particular expression, as if handling official business.
Seeing this, Lin Langtian couldn't help but curse inwardly at the old fox.
Although he was somewhat displeased with the elder chief's actions, Lin Langtian didn't feel too ashamed. After all, he was no longer the short-sighted Lin Langtian of the past who sought revenge for even the slightest offense; he was a transmigrator from the Blue Star.
His vision had long surpassed the Lin Clan, even the entire Great Yan Empire or the entire Eastern Xuan Region, so he naturally wouldn't fuss over such matters.
Moreover, Lin Langtian knew that even if he didn't speak up, there would be people advocating for him based on reason.
Sure enough, as the elders of the elder faction continued to dissuade, Lin Zhi stepped forward, bowing respectfully to Lin Fan.
"Respected Clan Chief, I believe the elder chief's words are mistaken. Langtian is now the number one genius of our Lin Clan and the strongest among the younger generation, representing the prestige of our Lin family. His breakthrough to the Shape Creation stage has undoubtedly brought honor to our Lin family, greatly increasing our prestige. Furthermore, according to the clan rules, only the clan champion can enter the clan treasury. Does the elder chief think anyone in our vast Lin family can defeat Langtian and win the championship in the upcoming clan meeting? I believe allowing Langtian to enter the treasury now is justified."
After Lin Zhi finished speaking, many elders belonging to Lin Langtian's faction echoed his sentiments.
Seeing this, Lin Mu frowned slightly. Just as he was about to say something, Lin Fan directly waved his hand, "My decision is made. Langtian is allowed to enter the treasury once, but he can only choose one treasure, not more."
Seeing Lin Fan's firm expression, the elder chief hesitated to speak further and ultimately sighed, no longer saying anything.
Glancing at Lin Langtian, Elder Lin Mu narrowed his cloudy eyes slightly, feeling a hint of doubt in his heart.
For some reason, as he looked at Lin Langtian, who sat calmly without revealing any emotions, he felt like the latter had changed somehow.
Strange, indeed...
After the rewards were given out, Lin Langtian and the others left the Lin Clan's main hall.
"Congratulations, Langtian, on becoming the law enforcement elder and gaining the opportunity to enter the clan treasury," Lin Zhi said with a light smile.
Behind him, several elders belonging to Lin Langtian's faction also congratulated him.
"Hehe, many thanks to the elders for speaking up just now. In the future, when Langtian achieves success, he will surely not forget your help," Lin Langtian replied, expressing his gratitude.
Hearing Lin Langtian's words, Lin Zhi and the others smiled faintly, unknowingly strengthening their faction.
After some further discussion, Lin Langtian said, "Elder Lin Zhi, as you are in charge of managing the clan treasury, why don't you take me there?"
"Hehe, of course," Lin Zhi nodded with a smile, then bid farewell to the others along with Lin Langtian.
Next, Lin Langtian followed Lin Zhi's lead along the path, encountering many members of the Lin Clan along the way.
Most of the Lin Clan members showed respectful expressions upon seeing him, especially the younger generation. As soon as they saw him, they hurriedly made way, their eyes filled with awe and admiration, as if they were seeing an idol.
Seeing this, Lin Langtian couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. He didn't expect to be so popular among the Lin Clan members.
However, thinking back to the original Lin Langtian, although he was extremely disdainful towards Lin Dong from the branch family, he seemed to treat his own family members fairly well, even taking care of them.
Over time, his prestige naturally increased.
Shaking his head, Lin Langtian stopped thinking about it. He followed Lin Zhi's pace closely...
"We're almost there. In the clan treasury, there are many treasures bestowed upon us by the super sects after our ancestor distinguished himself in the Hundred Dynasties War. Of course, some powerful earth-grade spiritual treasures have their own consciousness. Whether you can obtain them depends on your luck, but I believe you can do it, Langtian."
As the two walked deeper into the Lin Clan's territory, Lin Zhi explained some things about the clan treasury to Lin Langtian.
Listening to him, Lin Langtian nodded, feeling slightly curious about the treasury.
The location of the Lin Clan's clan treasury was close to the depths of the clan territory, where there was a steep cliff. Lin Langtian and Lin Zhi's footsteps stopped below the cliff.
Around the cliff, there were some elegant pavilions hidden among the lush greenery, appearing faintly in the surroundings, giving off a tranquil atmosphere.
However, amidst this tranquility, Lin Langtian felt a chill. Glancing around, he knew that there must be many strong Lin Clan members nearby. With such tight security, it was indeed worthy of being a forbidden area of the clan.
At the foot of the cliff where Lin Langtian stood, there was a massive, heavy stone door.
On the stone door, faint energy fluctuations emanated, and at this moment, several elder guards stood outside the door.
"Elder Lin Zhi, isn't today your day off? Why are you here?" one of the guards asked as they approached.
"Hehe, Langtian has broken through to the Shape Creation stage. By order of the Clan Leader, he is allowed to enter the treasury and choose an item freely. I've brought him here," Lin Zhi said.
"Oh, Langtian has actually broken through to the Shape Creation stage. With such speed, even compared to Wang Zhong of the Wang Clan and the third prince of the royal family, it's not inferior, right?" The guards were surprised to hear this.
"Well, Langtian's talent is no less than theirs. There's no need for such fuss," Lin Mu waved his hand, then said, "Open the stone door."
Upon hearing this, the guards looked at each other, chuckled, and then simultaneously unleashed energy waves towards the massive stone door.
Instantly, the stone door trembled, gradually cracking open, emitting a faint but remarkable energy fluctuation from within the crack.
"All right, Langtian, you may enter. According to the rules, you can't stay in the treasury for more than a month, and you can only take one treasure at most. Even I don't have the authority to make an exception for you," Lin Zhi turned to Lin Langtian and reminded him.
Upon hearing this, Lin Langtian smiled faintly and replied, "Don't worry, Elder Lin Zhi, I understand the rules."
With that, he nodded to Lin Zhi and the others, then stepped into the stone door.
After Lin Langtian entered, Lin Zhi and the others jointly manipulated the stone door, slowly closing it shut...
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