My Descendants Are My Power

Chapter 309 Vitality and Fertility Enhancement Technique

The other fourth-generation descendants stared at Jeffrey, speechless.

They had produced a few offspring themselves, but compared to Jeffrey? They couldn't compete with his sheer number of wives.

As the most "useless" member of the fourth generation in terms of cultivation, he was ironically the most successful in another aspect...

Even Jeffrey's own children rolled their eyes at their father's antics.

But Ethan held a certain admiration for the man.

[Traits: Charismatic, Amorous, Prolific... Unsung Cultivator]

[Unsung Cultivator: He diligently cultivates in obscurity, gaining a 10% increase in cultivation speed when unnoticed.]

Jeffrey didn't crave power or recognition.

He simply focused on producing heirs and quietly honing his cultivation.

He had already reached the early stages of Developing Skill, his foundation solid and unwavering.

Over a century of cultivation, he had even created a unique psychic technique, the "Vitality and Fertility Enhancement Technique," perfectly suited for the Blackwood bloodline, especially when combined with Beast Blood Fruit.

He might be the weakest of the fourth generation in terms of raw power, but his numerous children brought him a steady stream of resources from the family.

He distributed every reward and allowance he received among his wives and children, never keeping a single scrap for himself.

He relied solely on absorbing natural energy for his own cultivation.

He truly lived up to his name, Jeffrey, a tireless worker who toiled without seeking recognition or reward.

Sometimes, Ethan wondered if Jeffrey had kept all those resources for himself, he might have already reached the Competent Force stage.

With their assignments received, the Blackwood descendants, under the watchful eyes of their elders, departed for the border between Cloudview County and the Sunshine Province.

This was a clandestine operation.

Most of these youngsters were unknown outside of Cloudview County.

They would assume new identities within the Sunshine Province, their true origins a closely guarded secret.

They would operate under Joseph's guidance, infiltrating the Sunshine Province's powerful factions.

Even if they couldn't rise to positions of authority within the major sects, they could still serve as valuable informants, playing a crucial role in the Blackwoods' long-term plans.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, they set off in different directions, guided by assassins from the Heavenly Justice Hall.

They cast one last glance back at Cloudview County, a hint of longing in their eyes.

This was their home, the place where they had grown up, surrounded by everything familiar and dear.

But then they turned their faces towards the Sunshine Province, their expressions hardening with resolve.

They were leaving behind the safety and comfort of Cloudview County, venturing into uncharted territory.

They would no longer have the protection of their family, and no one would sing their praises.

Their journey was akin to blazing a trail through a dense wilderness, fraught with unknown dangers.

But...

People in Cloudview County whispered that they were a generation riding on the coattails of giants, that they were nothing without the Blackwoods' legacy.

They would prove them wrong!

They were stepping out of the shadows, forging their own paths.

They would clear the way for the giants, carrying them forward on their shoulders!

When the Sunshine Province fell into their hands, they would return triumphant, silencing all doubters!

...

"This is a long-term endeavor," Nathan sighed, his voice heavy with emotion. "Who knows when we'll see them again?"

The ancient tree, now in human form, stood beside Nathan, watching the departing figures. "Our children are always like this," he chuckled. "They live in your shadows, constantly striving to break free."

"They are like serpents leaving the mountain, destined to return as dragons."

Nathan frowned. "You've seen the future?"

The ancient tree shook his head.

"Isn't that the Blackwood way?" he said, his voice carried on the wind.

"I suppose you're right," Nathan said, another sigh escaping his lips. "I'm truly getting old."

He led the remaining Blackwood descendants back to the main hall.

A short while later, Duke Walker Jones of Starlight County arrived.

After a lengthy discussion with Nathan, the duke's face lit up with joy. "Mr. Nathan," he exclaimed, "are you saying you'll help us reclaim Starlight County?"

The six major powers of Starlight County had sought refuge in Azure Cloud, establishing a presence on the border between the two counties to avoid conflict with Cloudview County.

They had even joined forces with Cloudview County to fight the Druids, hoping to persuade them to help drive the Druids out of Starlight County.

But Daniel, the commander of Cloudview County's forces, was a shrewd negotiator.

He had presented them with a long list of demands, practically demanding the surrender of Starlight County to the Blackwoods.

Now, Nathan had finally relented.

"Yes," Nathan said, his voice firm. "I will order Daniel to liberate Starlight County. But I have two conditions. Will you agree to them?"

He saw the flicker of hesitation in Jones's eyes and continued, "Firstly, once the Druids are purged from Starlight County, it will be renamed Azure Cloud. The two counties will be unified, with no distinction between us."

"Secondly, I expect the major powers of Starlight County to remember that it was the Blackwoods who reclaimed your homeland. Our psychics will shed their blood and sacrifice their lives for Starlight County. When the Blackwoods call upon you for aid, I expect you to answer without hesitation."

Jones pondered Nathan's words for a long moment before finally nodding his agreement.

The other factions had no objections.

They yearned to return to their ancestral lands, regardless of the name.

Besides, the two counties had been allies for years, their bonds forged in blood and shared hardship.

Their elders were practically family.

As for aiding the Blackwoods when called upon? Donna was Chuck's, the leader of the Arcane Society, personal disciple.

If they refused, Chuck would personally deliver their punishment.

With Jones's departure, Daniel and Jessica emerged from the shadows, their faces etched with smiles.

"Uncle," Daniel said, admiration lacing his voice, "your methods are truly impressive. After presenting them with such outrageous demands, Grandfather swoops in with two seemingly reasonable conditions, and that old fox Jones falls for it hook, line, and sinker."

"He had no choice," Nathan said, stepping out of the house and gazing towards the Sunshine Province, his eyes gleaming with ambition. "If word of our previous demands had spread, the six major powers of Starlight County would have turned against us. Then we would have been truly at odds."

His children were embarking on a thousand-year plan to conquer the Sunshine Province.

As their elder, it was his duty to lay the foundation for their future empire.

He would gift them a Cloudview County that spanned two provinces!