Courtyard Houses: From Bronze Compasses to Global Reach

Chapter 384 Healed and Emerging from Seclusion

Lin Yan was released from seclusion at the end of 1981.

To erase the stubborn, desolate Daoist aura at the wound site, he spent hundreds of years in the space.

The primary task is to perfect the "Tendon Refining" chapter of the "Great Zhou Celestial Body Refining Technique." Tendons are like dragon strings; when taut, they unleash a massive amount of qi and blood. Using this as fuel, combined with the power of elixirs, the wisps of annihilating power are gradually forced out and worn away.

Secondly, there is the "Gods and Demons Visualization Method".

The domineering scene of the millstone devouring karmic fire and soul-slaying lightning during his tribulation, and feeding back his pure soul power, left a deep impression on him.

This practice involves much more than just visualization.

He pushed it to the fourth turn, second level.

After advancing to the next level, a subtle change occurred beneath the millstone—wisps of dark gold lines, resembling both blood vessels and meridians, began to spread downwards. Like living tentacles, they slowly and steadily extended and took root along Lin Yan's own eight extraordinary meridians.

Lin Yan was unclear about the specific methods used.

But when the soul is connected to it, what is transmitted is not discomfort, but a deeper feeling of stability and nourishment, as if it is about to completely merge with his physical meridians.

The ancestor only unsealed the next level of his cultivation technique each time he broke through a major realm, which was really stingy.

The truth may have to wait until the next major development.

He had a vague feeling that this was a good thing.

Regarding his cultivation level, he could only manage a wry smile.

With the aid of the Enlightenment Tea, he spent three years thoroughly mastering the Nascent Soul chapter (fourth level) of the "Qiankun Creation Technique". However, after careful consideration, he decided to abandon his plan to immediately attempt to reach a higher level for long-term strategic reasons.

Advancing through each level in the Nascent Soul stage requires an enormous amount of accumulation. Even with abundant spatial resources, it will still be a slow and painstaking process.

He limited his time to several decades, using it solely to solidify his realm and stabilize his cultivation at the first level of the Nascent Soul stage.

He devoted his real energy to the five thousand newly unsealed Nascent Soul stage cultivator puppets.

Lin Gang and Wang Yuling were "brought back" to serve as head instructors. The process was the same as always: language, general knowledge, and the rules of the modern world. At the same time, they were professionally grouped according to the spiritual root attributes and cultivation techniques of each Nascent Soul cultivator.

They all stayed behind to fill the gap in high-level combat power.

Immediately afterwards, Lin Yan transferred all the original Nascent Soul cultivators from the sect.

These people were quickly dispersed and sent to the ranks of Alexander, Albert, Marcus, and Lin San.

The sudden influx of such a large number of high-end combatants into their ranks overjoyed them. On the global chessboard, the quality and quantity of "chess pieces" available for deployment instantly jumped several levels.

Before leaving the pass, Lin Yan visited the cave dwelling of the Wanyan Sect.

The formation was intact, and the air was filled with spiritual energy.

The golden cocoon of light still floated quietly in the center of the array, and the rhythm of its flowing light was almost imperceptible compared to hundreds of years ago.

Lin Yan stood outside the formation for a moment, then finally just sighed softly, turned around, and left the space.

When Lin Yan appeared on the first floor of the villa, Lin Yi was having breakfast in the dining room.

Upon seeing him, Lin Yi immediately put down his cutlery and was about to get up.

Lin Yan raised his hand and gestured to stop him. He then sat down opposite him.

"Young Master, you've emerged from seclusion." Lin Yi said respectfully.

"Hmm." Lin Yan took the tea offered by the maid. "How's the situation outside?"

Lin Yi quickly reported on several key progresses: the operation of the Hong Kong Lin Group, the advancement of various global sectors, and the consolidation and contraction transformation of the mainland market network.

Lin Yan listened, nodding occasionally. Everything was basically on track, with no major deviations.

He took a sip of tea and put down the cup.

Two things.

"First, inform Lin San. It's time for our 'brothers' within the mainland system to go all out to move up the ranks. The necessary cover-ups must be done properly—gradually adjust their appearances, arrange for our own people to form families with them, and even 'adopt' children, to make our roots more real and natural."

"Second, industrial implementation. We have begun to establish hospitals and media companies in major cities in mainland China. The development of gene and biological research centers and traditional Chinese medicine can also be promoted in this way. Media companies are particularly important, as we must grasp a portion of the public discourse."

He paused, then lightly tapped his fingertip on the smooth tabletop.

"Furthermore, have Lin San convert the national debt in his possession into tangible assets as soon as possible. Focus on land in Guangdong and Shenzhen. Also, send a message to James, instructing his men to look for suitable land in Shanghai, Zhejiang, and Jiangsu, and acquire it if possible."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yi smiled slightly.

"Young Master, we've actually been working on land acquisition for the past two years. In Shanghai, we've acquired quite a bit of land along both banks of the Huangpu River, especially in Pudong, where it's practically dirt cheap now. Guangdong and Shenzhen go without saying; they've always been our key areas of focus, and we've gradually acquired prime locations."

Lin Yan raised an eyebrow and nodded. His subordinates' foresight and execution capabilities saved him a lot of trouble.

"Very good. You coordinate the details with Lin San and James, and keep a good eye on things, don't be too conspicuous."

Lin Yan looked out the window, where the sea shimmered in the distance. A thought flashed through his mind—perhaps he could go to the United States for a visit.

But in just a moment, he extinguished it himself.

He was a cultivator with a long lifespan, destined to be a passerby in the lives of the vast majority of people in this world.

It's better to cherish the memory than to meet again.

The essence of spiritual practice is solitude.

He composed himself and turned to Lin Yi.

"I'll just wander around on my own. You can proceed at your own pace. If you're ever really unsure about anything, then come to me."

Lin bowed.

"Yes, young master."

As Lin Yan flew back to Hong Kong on his sword, the sea breeze swept past him, and he suddenly remembered something he had overlooked.

"Wang Qin".

"Young Master, what are your orders?" Wang Qin's response rang out immediately.

"I will have Nascent Soul stage cultivators refine a batch of teleportation array plates. You are responsible for distributing them and having your Nascent Soul stage cultivators place them in major safe houses around the world. Once completed, give me a detailed deployment list."

"Understood, I will arrange it immediately."

"Also," Lin Yan recalled another matter, "how is the situation in Indonesia and the surrounding area, which you are in charge of?"

"Reporting to Young Master, as per your instructions, religious integration throughout South Asia, including Sri Lanka, has been largely completed. Those who needed to relocate have been properly relocated, and those who needed to convert have been stabilized through 'guidance.' Currently, we can say that the entire South Asia region is under our control."

Wang Qin paused for a moment, then continued his report:

"National-level construction is progressing comprehensively. Infrastructure such as road networks, power and water conservancy are being upgraded and improved to the highest standards."

"Very good," Lin Yan replied briefly. "Thank you for your hard work."

Transmission interrupted.

Beneath my feet, the outline of Hong Kong is already emerging from the thin mist.