134: Chapter 134 Installing the Rebirth Stone

Lin Xiao nodded repeatedly upon hearing this, his tone urgent and respectful: "Rest assured, Immortal Master! Leave this matter to me! I will immediately send people to prepare materials and select craftsmen. I will ensure the ancestral hall is built as soon as possible, and I guarantee it will be orderly and solemn!"

Seeing Lin Xiao agree so readily, a flicker of approval crossed Qin Changsheng's eyes. Without saying more, he waved his hand, and a blue-gray longsword and a Secret Manual instantly appeared in his palm.

This longsword was a Yellow Grade Low Grade Magical Artifact.

Within the Heavenly Sword Sect, Yellow Grade Low Grade Magical Artifacts were seen everywhere and were not considered rare at all; they weren't even standard equipment for Early stage Qi Refining Disciples.

The Secret Manual was even just a Cultivation Technique for Utility Disciples.

However, in Beihai Prefecture, where Mortals gathered, a Yellow Grade Low Grade Magical Artifact was a legendary divine weapon, incredibly sharp and capable of being imbued with spiritual power. Ordinary weapons could not compete with it at all. Even Chief Escort Lin Xiao of the Jingfeng Escort Agency had never seen such a treasure.

Qin Changsheng raised his hand and handed the longsword and Secret Manual to Lin Xiao, his tone indifferent: "Since I am troubling you with the construction of the hall, I shall gift you this longsword and manual as a small token of my appreciation."

Lin Xiao's hands trembled as he took the longsword and the sword technique booklet. An expression of extreme joy instantly appeared on his face, his eyes wide with disbelief.

He had originally thought that being able to serve Qin Changsheng was already a great Opportunity, and he never expected that Qin Changsheng would actually bestow such a heavy reward upon him.

A divine weapon and a supreme Secret Manual.

Either of these two things would stir up a bloodbath if they appeared in Great Wei.

"Thank you, Immortal Master! Thank you for the reward, Immortal Master! This Junior is eternally grateful! I will definitely give my all!"

At this moment, he had already made up his mind that no matter how much manpower, materials, or financial resources it took, he would build the Qin Family Ancestral Hall to perfection.

Qin Changsheng looked at his excited appearance and waved his hand slightly: "No need for formalities. Just start the work as soon as possible. Once it is built, send someone to inform me."

After saying that, he turned around and looked at his parents' tombstone again, his expression returning to gloom. He stood there quietly, as if he wanted to spend a little more time with his parents.

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Three months passed in a flash.

During these three months, Qin Changsheng stayed in a guest room at the Jingfeng Escort Agency. On ordinary days, besides instructing Qin Changan in martial arts, he would sit in meditation to Cultivate and organize his ideas for refining his Lifebound Treasure.

On this morning, Qin Changsheng was sitting by the window meditating when he suddenly heard hurried footsteps from outside the courtyard, accompanied by Lin Xiao's respectful and urgent shout: "Immortal Master! Immortal Master! This Junior has an important matter to report!"

Qin Changsheng slowly finished his exercise and opened his eyes. The spiritual power in his gaze gradually receded as he spoke indifferently: "Come in."

As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Xiao hurried in, his clothes still stained with some dust, clearly having rushed all the way: "Immortal Master, great news! I have already completed the construction of the Qin Family Ancestral Hall with my men. I have come today specifically to invite the Immortal Master to go and inspect it to see if it meets your satisfaction!"

For three months, Lin Xiao had kept the construction of the ancestral hall in mind, exhausting all the manpower, materials, and wealth of the Jingfeng Escort Agency. He selected the best craftsmen, prepared the highest quality materials, and worked day and night without daring to slack off.

Upon hearing this, a flicker of emotion passed through Qin Changsheng's eyes. Suppressing the waves in his heart, he slowly stood up, his expression remaining steady as he nodded slightly to Lin Xiao: "You've worked hard. Lead the way."

"I wouldn't dare! I wouldn't dare!" Lin Xiao hurriedly bowed in response and quickly walked to the door to lead the way, his tone extremely respectful, "Immortal Master, please! My son-in-law is already waiting over at the ancestral hall."

Qin Changsheng nodded slightly and followed behind Lin Xiao towards the ancestral hall.

Before long, an orderly and solemn ancestral hall came into view. Seen from a distance, it had blue bricks and dark tiles, with flying eaves and upturned corners. Although the scale was not extremely grand, every detail exuded an Aura of ancient solemnity. The vermillion gates were tightly closed, and a plaque with gold characters on a black background hung above the lintel, bearing the four large characters "Qin Clan Ancestral Hall" written with powerful and extraordinary strokes.

Qin Changsheng stopped and looked up at the ancestral hall before him, a clear look of surprise flashing in his eyes.

When he had initially entrusted Lin Xiao with building the ancestral hall, he only requested it be orderly and solemn, and that the scale needn't be grand. He hadn't expected Lin Xiao to be so diligent, building such a magnificent ancestral hall that far exceeded his expectations.

Noticing Qin Changsheng's expression, Lin Xiao was secretly delighted. He quickly stepped forward, pushed open the vermillion gates, and stood aside to invite Qin Changsheng in: "Immortal Master, please come in. I will introduce everything to you one by one."

Qin Changsheng stepped into the ancestral hall, with Lin Xiao and the subsequently arriving Qin Changan following closely behind.

The front hall of the ancestral hall was spacious and bright, with neat rows of tables and chairs on both sides for worshippers to rest. Ancient calligraphy and paintings hung on the walls, exuding a sense of scholarly air and solemnity.

Passing through the front hall was the main hall for worship. In the center were two exquisitely carved spirit tablets, which were the spirit tablets of Father Qin Qin De and Mother Qin. In front of the tablets were an incense burner and candle holders, all clean and spotless.

"Immortal Master, look," Lin Xiao hurriedly stepped forward and introduced respectfully, "The tables and chairs on both sides of the front hall are all made of high-quality cypress wood, which is moisture-resistant and durable. The spirit tablets in the main hall are carved from whole pieces of Spirit wood, which can nourish spiritual resonance and allow the souls of Old Man Qin and Old Lady Qin to rest peacefully.

"A small courtyard has also been opened in the back, planted with green pines and emerald cypresses. In the future, when the Immortal Master comes to worship, there will be a place to rest."

He introduced while carefully observing Qin Changsheng's expression, fearing that something might not be to his liking, his tone full of nervousness and anticipation.

Qin Changsheng slowly walked to his parents' spirit tablets, gazing at the names on them. A flash of warmth and melancholy appeared in his eyes. Then he slowly turned around, looked at Lin Xiao, his tone softening a bit as he nodded slightly: "Not bad. Chief Escort Lin has put in a lot of effort. I am very satisfied with this ancestral hall."

Hearing Qin Changsheng's praise, the joy on Lin Xiao's face instantly blossomed, making him happier than receiving any reward. He hurriedly bowed: "Thank you for the praise, Immortal Master! This is all as it should be. As long as the Immortal Master is satisfied, I am content!"

He became more certain in his heart that his decision to go all out in building the hall was correct, and he became even more determined to cling to Qin Changsheng.

Qin Changsheng waved his hand and said calmly: "All of you withdraw for now. I want to spend some time alone with my parents."

"Yes! Immortal Master!" Lin Xiao and Qin Changan hurriedly bowed and complied, not daring to disturb him in the slightest. They quietly exited the ancestral hall, closed the gates, and stood guard outside, their expressions respectful, not allowing anyone to approach.

The ancestral hall instantly became silent, leaving only Qin Changsheng's figure.

He slowly walked to the innermost part of the ancestral hall. This was a secluded side hall, more hidden than the front and main halls, with higher ground and dry soil—the perfect place in his heart to bury the rebirth stone.

Qin Changsheng raised his hand and took out a stone from his Storage Pouch that was pure white and shimmering with a faint spiritual light.

This was the stone he had obtained after acquiring the Golden Trait Rebirth.

Only by burying this stone could the Golden Trait Rebirth be completely activated.

Qin Changsheng condensed a wisp of spiritual power and with a gentle wave, a deep pit was dug into the ground. He carefully placed the rebirth stone into the pit, then used spiritual power to backfill and compact the soil, smoothing out the traces on the surface silently without leaving any flaw.

Having finished all this, Qin Changsheng slowly stood up and placed a Formation he had purchased from the marketplace here.

Although this Formation was just an ordinary array from the marketplace,

it was sufficient for dealing with Mortals.

In the future, when Qin Changsheng's strength grew, he would come back to reset a Great Array.

Early the next morning.

The living room of the Jingfeng Escort Agency.

Qin Changan hurried here. He had learned last night that his brother would be leaving today and hadn't slept all night, his heart full of reluctance. Yet he also knew that as a cultivator, his brother had his own Dao to follow and could not stay in Beihai Prefecture to accompany him forever.

"Brother."

Qin Changsheng nodded slightly, raised his hand, and handed a jade pendant to Qin Changan, saying: "Changan, I will set out today to return to the Heavenly Sword Sect!"

"This jade pendant was a gift from a friend. I'll give it to you today!"

This jade pendant was the bixia pendant that Chen Erniu had given him back then.

Now, Qin Changsheng already had many Golden Traits and the Fire Shield Technique.

This bixia pendant was no longer of any use to Qin Changsheng.

"Also, here is 'Smoke Shadow Evasive Footwork,' it's an extraordinary movement technique manual, agile and swift, specializing in evasion and escape. Cultivate it well; it will be enough for you to protect yourself in the future."

Qin Changan carefully took the jade pendant and the manual.

Qin Changsheng nodded slightly, his expression gradually becoming solemn. He took a step forward and lowered his voice, instructing Qin Changan: "There is one more thing you must remember well. If you encounter a powerful enemy in the future, immediately go to the Qin Family Ancestral Hall, specifically to the innermost side hall. I have left a trump card there that can ensure your safety."

The trump card he spoke of was the Formation.

Although that Formation was just an ordinary Great Array, it was enough to handle worldly conflicts.

Qin Changan's heart shivered. Although he didn't understand why his brother was being so solemn or what trump card was in the side hall, he still nodded heavily, etching his brother's words into his heart.

Seeing that Qin Changan had taken it to heart, Qin Changsheng felt slightly relieved.

He gave a few more detailed instructions, telling Qin Changan to avoid making enemies and to establish himself well in the Jingfeng Escort Agency.

Qin Changan agreed to everything.

After finishing his instructions, Qin Changsheng gave Qin Changan a deep look. Then he slowly turned around and waved his hand, and a longsword flashing with green light appeared in his palm.

He tapped his toes and lightly stepped onto the blade. With his spiritual power circulating slightly, the longsword glowed with a faint green light as he headed towards the Heavenly Sword Sect.