The contents of the meeting of the ten councils spread quickly.
In a village within the Capital City, the head of the Gan Family, Gan Yingchun, convened a meeting with the family members.
Despite their residence in the village, the Gan Family was far from simple; they were one of the Hidden Families, possessing considerable influence behind the scenes in the Mortal World and controlling many industries.
As the Family Head, Gan Yingchun was in an exceptionally good mood that day. He looked at the arriving family elders and spoke earnestly, "I’ve called everyone here from various places because there is something we need to discuss."
These individuals, who operated with significant authority in their respective localities, showed respectful demeanour in this setting.
Gan Yingchun said, "We are descended from the Ji surname, our ancestor is the Yellow Emperor—an established fact known to all. Everyone is also aware that while the Gan Family exercises great influence in the Mortal World and covertly controls numerous industries, we have never had the opportunity to enter the Blessed Lands and Caves. Now, an opportunity has presented itself."
In an instant, everyone’s eyes lit up with excitement.
Taking their places among the elders, they were privileged to know certain matters. Although descendants of the Yellow Emperor, they were individuals who had never had the right to enter the Blessed Lands and Caves.
One elder said, "During the time of the Three Kingdoms, our Gan Family tried to leverage the rise of the Liu Family to gain advantages, but the gains were minimal. Over the years, many families have managed to have disciples enter the Blessed Lands and Caves. I know that the Wang Family benefited greatly from sending people inside, which subsequently allowed their family to grow stronger."
"Enough of that; let’s not delve into that too much. Are you aware of the ancient Qi Refinement practitioner’s dwellings in Shisong County?"
"Family Head, I’ve just been there; it’s true there is Spiritual Energy, though it’s not very dense."
"Truly present, Spiritual Energy? If that’s the case, we might indeed be able to take control of it."
Gan Yingchun explained, "Those eligible to enter the Blessed Lands and Caves are cultivation practitioners, absorbing Spiritual Energy. The Mortal Dust’s Qi in the Mortal Dust Realm is detrimental to True Yuan. No matter how much Spiritual Energy is there, it does not significantly benefit us for the time being."
Everyone fell silent, acknowledging the truth. Mortal Dust’s Qi was poison to cultivators; if they wished to pursue Qi Refinement, they could not remain in the Mortal Dust Realm, where the Spiritual Energy would be of no use to them.
"It’s a strange phenomenon indeed; Mortal Dust’s Qi does not conflict with Spiritual Energy but does collide negatively with True Yuan."
"There’s no need to dwell on this. Can we resolve an issue even cultivators are unable to settle?"
The group again lapsed into silence.
Gan Yingchun continued, "Of course, Spiritual Energy does have some use for us mortals; at least, it can aid in restoring health and curing the ill. If possible, we should try to take control of that place."
"Indeed. Aside from us, other Hidden Families will likely take action."
Another elder interjected, "You haven’t mentioned what the task is yet."
Gan Yingchun revealed, "We’ve received a task from the Blessed Lands and Caves. If we successfully complete the task, we will be granted ten places to enter the Blessed Lands and Caves, allowing the entrants to commence cultivation."
Everyone became extremely excited; even if they no longer had the potential to cultivate, their descendants did. Helping family members to gain access to the cultivation realm could bring tremendous benefits.
"Family Head, what exactly is the task?"
"You all know that the ancient Qi Refinement dwelling in Shisong County truly exists. However, its legacy was stolen by a Feng Shui Master from Nanyang."
"I’m aware; his name is Dimanxi, rumored to have disappeared."
"That’s correct. We received instructions from the Blessed Lands and Caves: our task is to locate this Nanyang Feng Shui Master. If we can recover the inheritance he took, then we will have completed our task."
"Since he has obtained the legacy, he might attempt cultivation. Will we be able to subdue him?"
"You must remember, the Mortal Dust’s Qi is not conducive to cultivation. Even if he possesses the legacy, it’s useless to him. Our highest level of attainment is that of Qi Refining Practitioner, with the Family Head himself being at the pinnacle."
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief; indeed, that was the situation. For them, the everyday people of the Mortal World were hardly a concern.
"This matter will be overseen by the Great Elder. Take some people with you, preferably those with business experience; if we can secure the local industries, we need to manage them."
The Great Elder, Gan Yinghe, nodded slightly and said, "Leave it to me. Some of the young people in our family need training; I will take a few who have studied in universities."
Gan Yingchun emphasized, "This matter must be handled well. We need to satisfy those within the Blessed Lands and Caves." This text is hosted at noveⅼfire.net
"I understand. With the Gan Family’s power, integrating into the Mortal World’s families should certainly pose no issue."
The confidence in the Gan Family’s capabilities reassured everyone, believing that upon their arrival they would resolve the issue.
"We must deploy all available resources; we can afford no mistakes with that place."