Chapter 249
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Chapter 249: Si Ye Envying His Own Daughter
After delivering the message to Mu Lin, the ordinary-looking man turned to leave. Halfway through his departure, he suddenly remembered something and added: "Another thing – we’re not the only ones aware of this. Others from your Yin Eight Sect, demon sects, and even minions of evil gods will compete for the Grave Lord inheritance. If you go, stay cautious… Those evil gods’ divine servants and cultists hold deep hatred for you."
Only then did he fully depart. Mu Lin’s eyes narrowed.
"Dangerous… Still necessary."
Mu Lin didn’t truly care about the Grave Lord inheritance’s cultivation methods or resources. His own methods had been upgraded, and resources weren’t lacking.
Yet controlling the City of Heaven’s Funeral mattered deeply – this was the Underworld he’d prepared for himself.
He’d noted the Savior Organization’s warning but had countermeasures.
"One and a half months remain before the Grave Lord inheritance opens. With Time Tower’s fivefold flow, that becomes seven and a half months. Beyond time acceleration, I possess clones, fixed refresh cycles, and ample resources…"
"Though clones lack my true comprehension, and other techniques require practice, seven and a half months suffice to reach Refining the Evil cultivation. The fundamental Great Yin Living Scripture and Substitute Paper Figure technique can both reach Grandmaster tier!"
With this foundation, Mu Lin feared no competition. At minimum, he believed a Grandmaster-tier Substitute Paper Figure would ensure escape from any unbeatable foe.
……
While Mu Lin planned his power growth, Chu Lingluo’s mother Si Ye arrived after Yan Yunyu’s summons.
Their ‘second assessment’ meeting differed markedly from the first. The palace-robed woman’s gaze now held satisfaction and regret instead of condescension.
Her satisfaction stemmed from Mu Lin’s peerless talent and devotion to Chu Lingluo. The dramatic power surge following Dual Cultivation hadn’t escaped Mu Lin’s notice – nor her maternal observation.
This growth made Si Ye comprehend: though her daughter became dependent on Mu Lin, it granted her path to becoming a powerful being. In this world, power meant authority, status, quality of life… and longevity. Knowing her favorite child could live long brought genuine joy.
The regret? Her daughter could’ve gained more. Had she supported rather than opposed their relationship initially, Chu Lingluo might’ve been primary wife instead of a concubine. Their current strained dynamic – where Mu Lin didn’t treat her as mother-in-law, nor needed to honor concubine’s parents – might’ve been avoided.
Their eyes met as equals when Dongfang Ya’s small figure materialized.
"You needed me?"
"Two matters require your assistance, Teacher."
Mu Lin maintained respectful tones. Dongfang Ya responded with casual familiarity.
“Go ahead, but I’ll say this first. My abilities are limited—I might not even have as many resources as your lovely companion. There’s no guarantee I can help you.”
Yan Yunyu blushed faintly. “Teacher Dongfang, you’re too kind. How could I ever compare to you?”
After settling her in and setting up paper tables and chairs, Mu Lin did not get straight to the point. Instead, he glanced at Dongfang Ya and asked if anyone was nearby.
Meanwhile, the Other Shore Flower took root and bloomed around them, shrouding the area with its illusionary ability as Mu Lin willed.
Dongfang Ya raised an eyebrow.
“So cautious?”
Following his lead, she cast a detection spell. Only after confirming no eavesdroppers lurked did she nod at Mu Lin.
“Speak now.”
“Thank you, Teacher.”
As he spoke, the form of Zhong Kui emerged from inside Mu Lin’s body. He gripped the bright red wine gourd, poised to open it.
Mu Lin continued, “Though perilous, the secret realm assessment yielded some rewards. But this prize carries risks. I ask Teacher Dongfang and Aunt to help unseal it safely.”
Both women turned to him, intrigued. Whatever warranted such caution from Mu Lin must be extraordinary. After all, he was no longer an ignorant pauper. His proven strength and favor from major powers meant he’d seen rare treasures—yet this still troubled him.
They steeled themselves, yet when Mu Lin revealed his prize, their eyes still widened.
“This… Eternal, undying… such an aura… divinity! You’ve obtained divinity!”
Their shock was justified. Even among powerful clans, divinity remained a coveted treasure—a fragment of eternal law, an extension of cosmic rules. It refined one’s very essence, coveted by all Qi Practitioners, whether novice or master.
Higher-level Practitioners craved it most. Their training transcended mere energy accumulation or physical strength—it demanded grasping the laws of existence. Yet laws eluded perception and comprehension. Divinity bypassed these steps, allowing direct fusion.
‘For Qi Practitioners, merging with laws is reaching Rome through arduous travel. Those with divinity are born in Rome.’
Such was divinity’s power. Si Ye and Dongfang Ya stared, entranced. Moments passed before they blinked away their daze, though their gazes still clung to the prize.
Finally, Dongfang Ya shook her head ruefully. “Mu Lin, you overestimate me. Unsealing divinity and purging its dangers? A mere lecturer like me can’t achieve this.”
Disappointment flickered across Mu Lin’s face, but he nodded calmly. “No matter. Your presence suffices.”
With that, he turned to Si Ye.
The young woman in palace attire pondered for a moment, then gritted her teeth and said to Mu Lin, "I can get Divine Water from my family to help unseal the divinity and cleanse its hidden flaws."
"However, this divinity perfectly matches Lingluo. I need you to help her gain enlightenment through it during your Dual Cultivation."
Her offer to use family resources wasn’t just about helping Chu Lingluo. Si Ye mainly wanted to fix his relationship with Mu Lin and make Chu Lingluo more important in Mu Lin’s heart.
What happened next shocked them all.
Mu Lin shook his head calmly. "No need. This withered divinity was always meant for Lingluo."
"Eh?"
"Whaaat?!"
Both women froze in disbelief.
After several stunned moments, Dongfang Ya blurted out first: "You’d give divinity to Chu Lingluo? Do you even know its worth?"
Si Ye’s heart leaped to his throat. He desperately wanted to silence Dongfang Ya, but didn’t dare speak up.
Divinity’s value made even him covet it. But with Yan Yunyu and Dongfang Ya present, Mu Lin couldn’t be tricked. Interfering might only earn Mu Lin’s contempt without gaining anything. Though his heart bled, Si Ye kept silent and forced a smile.
Just as he thought his daughter would lose this golden opportunity, something even more shocking happened.
Mu Lin: "Of course I know divinity’s value. It makes divine beings, boosting power and cultivation speed."
Dongfang Ya: "Speed matters less! Divinity’s true worth is being a key – a ladder to higher realms!"
"Building energy’s easy. The real challenge comes after Transformation stage. What stumps cultivators isn’t energy accumulation, but understanding the laws of heaven and earth."
"This can’t be brute-forced. It needs talent and serendipity. Many stay stuck for decades! But divinity lets you skip this entirely!"
Dongfang Ya tried hard to explain cultivation’s hardships and divinity’s rarity. Yet Mu Lin remained unfazed.
"Divinity does that? Perfect. Now I won’t worry about Lingluo’s future advancement."
"EH??"
Dongfang Ya stared blankly. "Didn’t you hear? This treasure removes all future bottlenecks! You’d really give it away?"
Mu Lin smiled confidently. "Helping others skip bottlenecks is nice. But me? I don’t have bottlenecks."
His absolute certainty seemed like pure arrogance to Dongfang Ya. Yet remembering his monstrous talent and master-level techniques, she couldn’t call him arrogant. He might truly breakthrough any obstacle effortlessly.
Having confirmed this, Dongfang Ya stopped objecting and sighed, "This divinity belongs to you. Distribute it as you wish, so long as you won’t regret it later."
…
Seeing Mu Lin determined to give the divinity to her daughter, Dongfang Ya ceased her protests. After prolonged silence, Si Ye – who’d been nervously waiting – finally stepped forward. "Mu Lin, rest assured I’ll ensure Lingluo attends to you properly. You may practice Dual Cultivation together, allowing you both to utilize this divinity."
"I’ll also transfer resources from our family stores for your use…"
"Regarding attendants, the Chu family’s branch clans have several comely maidens. They’ll accompany Lingluo as part of her dowry…"
She desperately listed benefits to compensate Mu Lin. This doting mother even volunteered to select her daughter’s future rivals, proving how precious Eternal Immortal Divinity truly was.
Mu Lin cut her off mid-sentence. "Keep your resources and maids. Your powerful clans drown in dirty schemes. To prevent accidents, I won’t release the divinity for you to take home. Bring Divine Water here to unseal it before Lingluo and me."
"Bring triple the usual amount."
This demand revealed Mu Lin’s true purpose for summoning Si Ye. The man readily agreed. Divine Water remained obtainable through effort, while Eternal Immortal Divinity defied mortal acquisition.
"Done. I’ll bring extra immediately."
With matters settled, relief washed over Si Ye – followed by startling envy. He himself had stagnated for years while grasping cosmic laws.
"If fortune frowns, Lingluo might achieve advancement before her own father…"
The thought stung. His naive daughter hadn’t struggled through cultivation like him, nor scraped for resources. She’d simply fallen in love, then received ascension’s key through marital bliss. Soon, he might depend on his child’s protection.
Bitter imaginings arose despite their kinship. "Had I found such a husband…"
His traitorous mind conjured Mu Lin – divinity-gifting prodigy. Heat flushed Si Ye’s cheeks as improper fantasies surfaced.
Shaking his head violently, he banished the thoughts. "Madness! They’re my daughter and son-in-law."
