Chapter 490 – Brother Mu Has Ascended to Godhood!

Within Prince Liang’s Manor, as Ji Lingsha was being lavished with flattery by the crowd.

Yan Yunyu, Chu Lingluo, and Si Ye had also returned to their respective clan territories.

At the same time, the arrival of these few individuals stirred up a frenzy within these two great aristocratic families, with countless people eager to curry favor with Yan Yunyu and Chu Lingluo.

Relying on the resources of the Northern Wastelands, Prince Liang’s Manor had restored its prestige, a fact keenly felt by many of the southern world’s prominent families, who looked on with envy.

They, too, wished to share in that immense wealth and fortune.

However, many of the southern aristocratic families had no connection whatsoever to Mu Lin, so they could only covet this prosperity without being able to touch it.

But the Yan Family and the Chu Family believed they had the qualifications to sit at the table and partake in this wealth.

At this moment, a Clan Elder of the Yan Family was continuously lamenting to Yan Yunyu, saying, “Yun Yu, you must not forget the family, nor can you let yourself be overshadowed by that woman from the Ji Family. After all, you were the first by Mu Lin’s side…”

The Clan Elder intended to persuade her earnestly, but his words did not evoke gratitude from Yan Yunyu—instead, they drew a cold sneer.

“Hah, why is it that Lingluo and I came first, yet in the end, it is Ji Lingsha who receives the greater regard? Has the family never considered the reason for this?!”

“…”

This cold retort left the Clan Elder who was trying to persuade Yan Yunyu in silence.

Naturally, they had also pondered this reason and had easily deduced it.

The reason Mu Lin favored Ji Lingsha was simple: during his most perilous times, it was Ji Lingsha who exerted every effort to assist him.

When he first arrived in the Northern Region, it was Ji Lingsha and Prince Liang’s Manor who provided him with abundant resources, helping him through the relatively difficult early period.

In return, Mu Lin naturally reciprocated with gratitude and rewards.

As for the Yan-Chu Families, when Mu Lin confronted the East Sea King, they chose to stand by and watch, waiting to see how things unfolded. Naturally, this did little to earn Mu Lin’s goodwill.

As for earlier, the Yan-Chu Families had indeed helped Mu Lin, but he had already repaid the two great families by using a substitute to cultivate the True Intent Diagram. Mu Lin owed them nothing.

Of course, the two great families did not betray Mu Lin when he confronted the East Sea King.

Moreover, after Mu Lin had proven himself and gained the upper hand, they added to his success by sending people to help intimidate the East Sea King—a favor Mu Lin still acknowledged.

Thus, after he obtained the Divine Position, Yan Yunyu and Chu Lingluo returned to their families, bringing some benefits with them—though these benefits paled in comparison to what Ji Lingsha brought back.

As for now, Yan Yunyu’s return to the family was not immediately followed by her presenting benefits. Instead, she first reprimanded the Clan Elder, both to establish her authority and to make the clansmen feel remorseful, letting them know they were in the wrong.

She… harbored the intention of subduing the family.

Yes, at this moment, Yan Yunyu wanted to take control of the vast Yan Family, and she was confident she could succeed.

…

Being publicly and unceremoniously scolded by a junior of the family left the Yan Family Clan Elder utterly humiliated.

Under such circumstances, this Second Clan Elder’s expression was naturally unpleasant.

However, despite his grim countenance, he did not lay a hand on Yan Yunyu, nor did he storm off in anger.

Clearly, after single-handedly reversing the situation in the north, Mu Lin’s current deterrent power remained formidable.

As his woman, Yan Yunyu’s status also rose dramatically, riding on his coattails.

Of course, a significant reason he did not leave was still for resources and benefits.

Clan Elders also have families, close friends, and descendants—all of whom need work and resources. Trading a bit of face for substantial resources was something the Second Clan Elder was willing to do.

Thus, even though he had been scolded by Yan Yunyu, the Second Clan Elder quickly regained his composure and spoke with sincere apology: “Yunyu, your reprimand is well-deserved. We old folks are indeed outdated and lack your keen insight. We missed Mu Lin, a prodigy and a man of destiny. To be honest, during this time, we old-timers have been regretting it so much that we can’t sleep at night…”

You hold resentment toward the family, feeling the family has wronged you? Fine. Since you think the family owes you, we’ll show you our remorseful stance.

It must be said that no one who rises to a high position in the Four Seas Pavilion is foolish.

As for their previous failure to help Mu Lin… that was actually a prudent approach.

After all, they had no idea Mu Lin had a cheat… ahem, that Mu Lin’s talent was so monstrous.

Therefore, they believed Mu Lin’s confrontation with the East Sea King was like a mantis trying to stop a chariot. In such a situation, standing by was indeed the best choice. If Mu Lin were to lose and the East Sea King gained immense prestige and entered the Southeast Region, those who had helped Mu Lin would be in serious trouble.

However, while they made judgments based on conventional logic, they never expected Mu Lin to be utterly unconventional.

A single person intimidating the East Sea Kingdom and, relying solely on his own strength, reversing the situation in the Northern Wastelands while amassing vast resources—such exaggerated feats were things they wouldn’t dare dream of, yet Mu Lin actually accomplished them.

As Mu Lin grew stronger and acquired more resources, their regret indeed deepened.

Thus, a significant part of the Second Clan Elder’s remorse at this moment came from the heart.

After expressing his regret and allowing Yan Yunyu to vent some of her resentment, the Second Clan Elder continued: “Yunyu, we were indeed wrong, but we never betrayed anyone. Moreover, we are family. Could you put in a good word for us with Mu Lin?”

“If we can assist Mu Lin, you will also gain more of his regard and live a better life.”

In this era, a married daughter truly needs her family’s support to thrive in her husband’s household.

Just like Ji Lingsha—her later rise in status was precisely because the Prince Liang’s Manor fully supported her.

Therefore, the Second Clan Elder of the Yan Family had no problem finding this angle. He also believed that the clever Yan Yunyu would understand his approach, let go of her resentment, and cooperate with the family—only then could she contend with Ji Lingsha.

At most, she would just demand a larger share of resources and more authority.

And since the Yan Family had misjudged the situation earlier, they were willing to concede this portion of resources.

But soon, something happened that left him astonished.

Faced with his proposal of mutual benefit through cooperation, Yan Yunyu did not immediately agree. Instead, she sighed wearily: “Your proposal is good, but it’s already too late. Brother Mu Lin no longer needs our help now.”

“How could it not be needed? Yunyu, you simply don’t understand the depth of our family’s heritage. Mu Lin is indeed exceptionally talented and powerful, but he has yet to become a Celestial Master. Our family holds many treasured resources that can help him save decades, even centuries, of accumulation. For Mu Lin, we are not merely taking—we can genuinely offer him assistance…”

The smiling second Clan Elder of the Yan Family was explaining the strength of their family to Yan Yunyu, clearly stating that their family could indeed be of help to Mu Lin.

This was the heritage of a great clan, and it was also his source of pride.

However, just as he was feeling proud, Yan Yunyu’s next words left him stunned.

“My understanding of the family’s heritage may indeed be limited, but you all understand even less about Brother Mu Lin’s true power.”

With a sweeping glance around, Yan Yunyu spoke with immense pride and a sense of shared glory: “Brother Mu has successfully ascended to divinity—a True God, a Celestial Deity!”

“???”

(End of Chapter)