Clan Cultivation System: Each Breakthrough in My Clan Earns Me Rewards-Chapter 49: Beast Flood (Unlock - with Coins!)

On the day of his return, Shen Liqian explained the details of his hunting session and the idea behind the Winter Festival to his family and the Shen Clan’s council.

Shen Yiren stood behind him.

Shen Jixian was nowhere to be seen, as he spent his time with his family in their little hut-like house.

Shen Liqian didn’t have the heart to call him here, and Shen Yiren was on hand since they lived under the same roof in the vast Clan Chief Manor.

Shen Yiren didn’t mind being here, and neither did his mother, with whom he had been spending time and retelling both his and Shen Liqian’s feats.

In fact, Shen Wenwan didn’t really want to let her son go, since he was so excited and animated while talking about his techniques and Shen Liqian.

It was so nice to see him this way.

Duties were duties, however.

And so Shen Wenwan ran over to Shen Lexi and Yuki, spending time with the beast mother and her adorable cubs.

Shen Yiren, on the other hand, stood still with a thick block of wood.

Shen Liqian directed Sword Claw at it and calmly etched a clean claw mark on it without breaking the wood.

He repeated the display of Beast Intent he had done for Shen Taofeng and others, but this time he was more composed and focused on the meaning rather than on strength.

"I want to be the voice no one here wants to be.

"Chief Liqian, are you sure you are not using your profound Qi to fool our clan into the beast-taming path?"

One of the elders asked.

It was a valid question, one that brought a smile to Shen Liqian.

This kind of doubt keeps us honest.

"Yes.

"You’re completely correct, and I welcome such concerns here.

"You’re free to study this concept and intent yourself and show me the results later.

"To make it fair, we’ll have many people study it under the same conditions."

The elder had no response after Shen Liqian set fair terms and showed understanding.

He even welcomed such questions, so others eased up and nodded in approval.

Shen Liqian sat down in his honored seat and continued, "I also welcome any other potential paths you may comprehend.

"We need our clan to have an identity.

A spine before wings.

"Otherwise, we might get gobbled up by others once we spread our wings."

His words were confusing for a few seconds until it all clicked.

Shen Liqian thought far ahead and saw his clan meeting other clans and people.

Without an identity, they would be easily influenced and swallowed by others, eventually losing themselves.

The clan needed an identity to welcome others and stand alongside them.

"Winter Festival is another step in that direction.

"We’ve never had any occasion or reason to celebrate, but now we have plenty. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

"I also believe that there’s something unique in each house in our village.

"If not, our people will mingle with others and build their own identity and house customs.

"I also have a lot of treasures on hand, and the hunt was so bountiful that I can’t wait to share the goods with our people.

"The idea I have is more friendly than competitive.

"I have thought about a few competitions, but you are also welcome to bring your ideas.

"Let’s make it fun and memorable!"

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Shen Liqian was on his clan’s outskirts, sitting on a small wooden watchtower along with another member of his clan.

It was an important duty to watch the wilderness from the borders of their clan to prevent surprise attacks.

This role became crucial now that Shen Liqian had returned with such a large carcass.

It could be said that all roads led to the Shen Clan now.

Wind hissed over the palisade and set the watch flags snapping.

There were so many clan members on watch duty right now, but only one ended up paired with Shen Liqian.

He was like a ball of nerves.

Shen Liqian smiled.

"Please, be at ease."

"Yes!" the man replied like a soldier.

Shen Liqian chuckled and said, "It feels like you want to ask me something."

The man widened his eyes, then awkwardly looked down.

He swallowed hard a few times.

"Uh, yes... my family looks forward to the festival and various activities.

"My son is only four years old, but he’s so excited.

"We want to win something for him...

"But we don’t know if we can...

"None of us is particularly talented..."

Shen Liqian put his hand on the man’s shoulder.

Shen Liqian’s grip softened on the man’s shoulder.

"It’s fine.

"It’s a festival, so you must have fun first and foremost.

"I can help you a little by sharing two activities with rewards.

"One of them is the snowman competition.

"Practice building and decorating a snowman—make it look like a real gift-giver for everyone.

"The other competition will be the snowball competition.

"Parents will team up with their children and have harmless fun.

"In this case, think of strategies you can utilize.

"Maybe your wife will make snowballs while you and your children throw them?

"Or maybe it’s the other way around?

"Have fun preparing."

The tightness in the man’s jaw eased by a shade.

The man immediately brightened at those ideas and fervently nodded.

"Thank you so much, Chief Liqian!" he said, sounding less nervous.

The mood became quite calm as everyone enjoyed the cold breeze.

It was then that one of the hunters rushed toward the group.

He was out of breath and clutched his chest as he ran.

He then shouted, "Beasts are here! They’re coming in packs!"

The warning punched a hole in the quiet.

The idyllic mood instantly turned serious and grave.

Solemnly, Shen Liqian stood up and jumped off the watchtower.

He then took off and sprinted.

"Where?"

"South Gate!"

Opposite from where we returned?

Could it be that the matriarch’s blood made them attack from the other side?

Once Shen Liqian appeared at the South Gate, he saw ranks of hunters waiting for him.

He nodded at everyone and climbed up another watchtower, taking a proper look at the beasts lurking and growling.

Those growls were a warning.

The sound rolled like distant thunder under the snow-packed wall.

Give food or die.

Shen Liqian tilted his head back.

And then, his eyes turned golden...

His presence heightened, hydras peeking out from his shadow.

Give food or what?