Chapter 326 – What I Give You Is Yours; What I Don't, You Cannot Have

“?!?!”

“This is impossible!”

“What right does she have?”

Yan Yunyu’s sudden display of Sha Refinement aura left many utterly bewildered.

Her sisters, who had been sarcastic and mocking, were now staring with their mouths agape.

The Yan Family Clan Elder, who had been watching the conflict unfold below, was also shocked, his eyes wide with disbelief.

Among the crowd, those whose minds were most shattered and who suffered the greatest impact were Yan Zhanpeng and his group, who had been vying for the Spirit Tool and Heavenly Treasures.

They couldn’t understand it—they had cultivated diligently, striving with all their might, yet they were only at the Spirit Pool or Spirit Sea level.

As for Yan Yunyu, aside from aligning herself with a prodigy, she was far inferior to them in both cultivation resources and innate talent.

Even worse, with all her running around for Mu Lin, she likely had little time for cultivation. Yet, despite such a stark contrast, Yan Yunyu’s strength had still reached the Sha Refinement Realm, surpassing their own. This defied all logic.

“Impossible, absolutely impossible!”

Overwhelmed by shock, Yan Zhanpeng kept shaking his head, unwilling to believe it.

The group of Yan Family young women who had been mocking Yan Yunyu continued to chatter incessantly, their eyes burning with even more intense envy.

“Yan Yunyu could never have achieved this on her own. Her cultivation talent is poor, her comprehension unremarkable. Back in the clan, her cultivation level couldn’t even compare to mine… This must be Young Master Mu’s doing.”

“Damn it, why is heaven so partial to her…?”

Astonishment, shock, discussion, uproar—because of Yan Yunyu’s sudden burst of strength, everyone present was buzzing with conversation.

In the end, everyone agreed that Yan Yunyu alone, even with immense luck on her side, could not have raised her cultivation level to the Sha Refinement Realm in such a short time. Mu Lin’s assistance was undoubtedly involved.

Yan Yunyu heard these remarks, but she wasn’t angered by them.

If it were any other strong cultivator, they would strive to prove that their cultivation was their own achievement, unwilling to accept that everything they had depended on someone else.

But Yan Yunyu was different. As a woman who had once been weak, she knew her own limitations all too well.

Moreover, in this era, women were expected to obey their fathers at home and their husbands after marriage. Finding a powerful husband and relying on him for status was the life path of most women—something they had all come to accept in their hearts.

Therefore, when others said her cultivation wasn’t her own doing, Yan Yunyu not only didn’t mind but even felt a sense of pride.

“So what if it wasn’t my own cultivation? Just tell me, am I at Sha Refinement or not?”

“Hmph, don’t get too cocky. A cultivation level that’s artificially boosted—it’s not something you worked hard for yourself. Do you really think you can wield much power?”

The speaker was Yan Zhanpeng. With his heart set on obtaining the Spirit Tool, even after discovering that Yan Yunyu’s strength exceeded his expectations, he had no choice but to step forward.

His words did hold some truth, and because of this, some people’s eyes lit up with renewed hope.

“That’s right, this cultivation isn’t truly hers. Forced growth like this—her actual combat power might not be that strong…”

“Stabilize!”

“Hum!”

The group of young Yan Family prodigies had initially regained some confidence from Yan Zhanpeng’s words.

But just as their eyes brightened, Yan Yunyu’s light, almost airy utterance of “Stabilize!” caused every young man standing opposite her to freeze in place simultaneously.

After the word “Stabilize” was uttered, a pressure as heavy as a mountain instantly weighed down upon them, rendering their bodies immobile and their mouths unable to speak. Even their Mana and Divine Soul were suppressed, leaving them completely paralyzed.

To stabilize everything with a single word, and to do so for an extended period—this was the true, immense power of the word “Stabilize.”

In the past, Mu Lin had only been able to immobilize others for a fleeting moment because the enemies he faced were mostly stronger than him, often surpassing him by several Cultivation Levels.

He had always been fighting against the odds, challenging those beyond his realm.

But now, it was Yan Yunyu who possessed the higher Cultivation Level, overpowering the weaker—making the word “Stabilize” especially terrifying.

Of course, the moment this word was spoken, it brought even greater shock to everyone present.

“Isn’t this Mu Lin’s Spell? How can Yan Yunyu use it?”

“What else could it be? Mu Lin must have granted it to her.”

“I know Mu Lin granted it, but she didn’t use any Talismans, nor was there any power sealed within her. How can she cast this Spell… Could it be that Mu Lin’s abilities can be shared with others?”

“…”

These words left even more people in silence.

Enhancing Cultivation Level and even bestowing Spells—if this continued, Yan Yunyu, whom they had regarded as a mere accessory or a decorative vase… might truly follow Mu Lin and become a formidable figure.

And just by aligning herself with the right person, she had gained the hope of becoming stronger and attaining longevity. To be honest, the Clan Elders of the Yan Family couldn’t remain calm either. They couldn’t help but feel that their centuries of arduous cultivation had become a joke.

“Can one person achieving enlightenment truly bring others along on the path to longevity?”

“If it were anyone else, I would never believe they could accomplish such a feat. But Mu Lin… he truly might be capable. He is a monster.”

“That girl Yan Yunyu is incredibly lucky. Just by aligning herself with the right person, she now holds the hope of longevity…”

Yan Yunyu also heard that last remark.

Upon hearing it, she immediately responded, “Sixth Grandfather, Brother Mu indeed possesses extraordinary talent, capable of guiding me to become a powerful figure. At the very least, reaching the level of Earth Master is certain, and there is even a chance to become a Celestial Master.”

“I am also willing to protect and contribute to the family once I become strong.”

“However, mere initial goodwill won’t ensure Brother Mu’s continued assistance… There are already many people around Brother Mu, and even more are constantly trying to get close to him.”

“Moreover, when they approach, they never come empty-handed. They always bring abundant resources.”

“For example, the Princess from Prince Liang’s family is prepared to gift an entire city. The daughter of the East Sea King might even bring an entire army.”

“Compared to them, I am already at a disadvantage. If word of today’s events spreads, I’m sure even more women will flock to Brother Mu’s side…”

The Yan Family Clan Elders understood Yan Yunyu’s implication—she wanted Spirit Stones and resources to elevate her standing by Mu Lin’s side.

In turn, once her status improved, she would become a powerful figure and, in return, protect the family.

This reasoning was sound, especially the last point, which the Yan Family Clan Elders found impossible to refute.

  Once news of Yan Yunyu’s situation spread, even more young women would undoubtedly gather around Mu Lin… The young women of the Yan Family nearby were already burning with envy.

They couldn’t help but feel this way.

In this world, individual power could lead to longevity, and longevity was always the foremost pursuit of everyone.

Unfortunately, achieving longevity on one’s own was exceedingly difficult. Among countless heroes, scarcely one could accomplish it.

Since even prodigies and outstanding talents are like this, the young women of the Yan Family do not believe they can achieve it either.

Originally, they had already given up on such extravagant hopes. But now, Yan Yunyu’s situation has made everyone realize that immortality—there is also a shortcut.

Without the need for diligent cultivation, arduous training, or life-and-death battles, as long as they follow the right person, they too can be led to attain the Dao.

Who can resist such temptation?

At any rate, the young women of the Yan Family cannot.

“Sixth Grandfather, Sister Yunyu is right, we cannot lose Mu Lin…”

“Young Master Mu has no family background, making him the best candidate to win over…”

“Grandfather, Mu Lin is not an outsider…”

Those now cheering for Mu Lin and Yan Yunyu are undoubtedly the young women of the Yan Family.

They are not only persuading the Sixth Clan Elder of the Yan Family but are also showing humility toward Yan Yunyu.

This is because they wish to follow Yan Yunyu, attach themselves to Mu Lin, and thereby attain immortality and become powerful.

“You… traitors…”

Such actions angered some of Yan Linglong’s loyal followers. Naturally, they were furious that their own sisters were defecting to Yan Yunyu.

However, soon these people could no longer utter the word “traitor”… As time passed, more and more young women attached themselves to Yan Yunyu. In the end, they and Yan Linglong became the minority.

What further bewildered the followers was that Yan Linglong also reprimanded them.

“Be quiet, don’t speak of Yunyu like that. She is our sister, our dearest family.”

“Huh??”

“Why…”

Halfway through her words, the follower fell silent. She noticed that Yan Linglong’s gaze toward Yan Yunyu also held a trace of longing.

Clearly, even with the engagement, Yan Linglong still harbored hopes and dared not offend Mu Lin, and thus dared not offend Yan Yunyu, who could bring her closer to Mu Lin.

‘Yunyu alone by Mu Lin’s side is not secure. If the family is willing to entrust the Spirit Tool to Mu Lin, they will definitely send a few more concubines to his side. As the legitimate daughter of the family, I have a great chance of being sent over.’

‘If I go and make significant contributions, the position of Earth Master could possibly be mine.’

…

The Sixth Clan Elder of the Yan Family could sense the thoughts of the young women in the clan, but he did not care. At this moment, he simply stared at Yan Yunyu and asked solemnly, “Are you certain your strength can continue to improve… I mean, as Mu Lin improves, so will you.”

“Yes.”

Yan Yunyu answered firmly, knowing that this was now the most critical moment.

“By following Brother Mu, I will never surpass him. But as long as my husband is willing, I can share his authority and advance all the way.”

“Moreover, if I am valued enough, there is even a sliver of hope to become a Celestial Master… a Celestial Master with complete authority, no less than a true Celestial Master.”

Yan Yunyu’s words were not merely an exaggeration to secure resources for Mu Lin. She truly harbored a sliver of hope of becoming a Celestial Master.

And this matter was related to the True Spirit Karma Diagram.

As the culmination of Mu Lin’s cultivation method, the True Spirit Karma Diagram is infinitely profound.

After some experimentation, Mu Lin discovered that he could not only tame the power of foreign gods, commanding and controlling them,

but also inscribe the names of those close to him into the True Spirit Karma Diagram, allowing his relatives and friends to share his authority and power.

Of course, unless necessary, Mu Lin would not do this.

The slots in the True Spirit Karma Diagram are limited, and currently, there are only three hundred and sixty-five Divine Positions.

While this number is not small, it is also not large. If all were given to those with waning abilities, it would be like Mu Lin dragging his entire family forward with great difficulty—a course of action he would never take.

The best approach for the True Spirit Karma Diagram is to command and dominate powerful, extraordinary forces, allowing the holders of these three hundred and sixty-five Divine Positions to propel Mu Lin forward, elevating his Divine Kingdom and divine throne, rather than Mu Lin toiling like a beast of burden, pulling everyone along.

However, water that is too clear harbors no fish, and a person who is too discerning finds no companions.

Although Mu Lin was unwilling to drag along a multitude of incompetents, he was not entirely devoid of human sentiment.

He planned to allocate four Divine Positions to accommodate Yan Yunyu, Chu Lingluo, Dongfang Ya, and his grandfather, allowing them to share in his glory.

Among them, Chu Lingluo was appointed by Mu Lin as the master of the Other Shore Flower Sea, granting her the ability to mobilize its power.

Yan Yunyu became a civil Judge, acquiring a simplified version of Cui Yu’s power.

As for his grandfather, Mu Lin intended to grant him the position of County City God, with the possibility of promotion to Province City God or Prefecture City God in the future if he grew stronger.

Finally, there was Dongfang Ya. Given her formidable strength, she might not be willing to become his subordinate at present, so Mu Lin had not informed her of this matter.

However, for this teacher who had helped him greatly, Mu Lin naturally would not treat her unfairly.

A Divine Position had already been reserved for her.

Moreover, as the master of the True Spirit Karma Diagram, Mu Lin was merely sharing his authority and permissions—this power ultimately still belonged to him.

Thus, this power could be granted by Mu Lin and just as easily taken back with a single word.

—What I give you is yours; what I do not give, you cannot seize.

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(End of Chapter)