My Descendants Are My Power

"Thank you all."

"There's no need for thanks. This guy came to our Azure Cloud acting all high and mighty. If it weren't for the resources he could still provide for us, we would have executed him on the spot during our last trip to the Endless Forest! But these resources..."

"Now, when Cloudview County is in such need, my Blackwood still has some reserves. The body of the Competent Force is enough. If we can extract some techniques and secrets from him, we will share them with you all."

"Ha ha ha, Mr. Nathan is generous!"

"I, Blackwood, still have urgent matters to attend to, so I will take my leave now. See you in Starlight County."

"See you in Starlight County!"

Clarence's expression grew more desperate. He felt like he had come to the wrong place. His previous high status seemed like an illusion, like a dream that vanished in an instant. Cloudview County had a nice name, but in reality, it was a den of demons!

[Congratulations, your family has obtained spoils of war.]

[A half-dead mid-stage Competent Force Psychicx1]

Ability vessels, flying swords, exotic beasts... Cloudview County's massive army, like dark clouds, pressed towards the entire Starlight County!

[Special Event—Support Starlight County]

[To allow your family members to successfully seize the natural magic formation and resist the ninety-nine heavenly tribulations to break through the Competent Force, your family has joined the entire Cloudview County to support Starlight County and wage war against the Druids of Starlight County!]

"Is this the influence of Blackwood now?"

Ethan smiled broadly. He remembered how years ago, everyone in Cloudview County wanted to attack Blackwood, but now, with just one command from Blackwood, the members of Cloudview County even dared to kill officials from the imperial capital's Battle Oversight!

In the scene now.

Edward and others followed the supporting army of Cloudview County. This support included half of Cloudview County's top experts and thirty percent of its Psychics. Blackwood's relative, the new Duke Kenneth, was also among them.

Kenneth and Jimmy, the former and current leaders of The Oracle Chamber, stood together, exchanging glances with a hint of irony.

"Edward, do you know why I support this action?" Kenneth asked, looking down at everything on the ground.

Edward paused, continuing forward. He saw the scene in Starlight County was different from Cloudview County. Here, everywhere were ruins from battles, the remnants of walls seemed to bear the prosperous traces of human life that once thrived.

Exotic beasts on the roadside were gnawing at the corpses, stirring an indescribable emotion in him, "Naturally, it's for Cloudview County. Starlight County is close to Azure Cloud. If Starlight County falls, Cloudview County will be attacked from both sides."

"That's right."

A satisfied smile appeared on Kenneth's face, "For thirty years, everyone in Cloudview County has been fighting for their land, and we are all the same."

"Behind us, we have our families, our friends, everything we know. But Cloudview County also has its citizens, who will continue from generation to generation. The greater the power, the greater the responsibility. We Psychics bear the future of the entire Cloudview County."

Edward nodded slightly, still staring at the horrific scenes on the ground. Suddenly, he dashed down, rescuing a pair of children being chased by exotic beasts through the ruins.

[Your descendant Edward has witnessed the people of Glory City fighting desperately against the Druids for their homeland over the years. He has seen the psychics of Cloudview County sacrifice everything, even the weakest citizens taking up arms to defend their homes, often discussing the major events of Cloudview County with his cousin Kenneth.]

[Gradually, a belief formed in his heart: he wanted the people of Cloudview County to live a peaceful life, free from the disturbances of the Druids. Trait acquired—King's Potential]

[His charisma increased by 20%, his personal strength in leading psychics in battle increased by 20%, and the combat effectiveness of his subordinates increased by 3% under his leadership.]

"Hmm? The Primordial Blood Tree really didn't misjudge, are we from Blackwood about to see a rise of a noble?"

Seeing Edward's potential, Ethan was stunned.

After all, it was through constant exposure that Edward had the deepest interactions with Martin, not just with Kenneth. Over the years, he was also greatly influenced by Betty.

However, Ethan didn't mind; each descendant had their own life to lead. As long as their actions weren't too outrageous or harmful to the family's interests, the family would fully support them.

...

Time quickly passed, and the grand army of Cloudview County marched to Starlight County to join forces with the psychics there resisting the Druids. The previously losing battle quickly turned around, forcing the Druids to retreat and seek reinforcements from the Endless Forest at the border of Starlight County.

The structure of Starlight County was similar to that of Cloudview County, with six major powers, their legacies varying in age. The strongest, the Arcane Society, had a legacy of just over a thousand years and comprised three Competent Forces.

Their third-generation leader, Chuck, was only seven hundred years old, a peak Competent Force with no rivals in Starlight County.

The Duke's Mansion in Starlight County, led by the previous Duke Ed, contrasted sharply with Martin of Cloudview County; Ed had led his warriors to fight on the front lines at the start of the war!

The noble Duke sacrificed himself to buy enough time for Starlight County's defense, leading the Duke's Mansion's troops and perishing along with two Druid priests using a sacred relic.

The current Duke, Jon, a young man of about 120 years old and at the peak of Developing Skill, was a supreme talent, known for his scholarly charm and wit. He was currently meeting with the major sects of Cloudview County, bowing to Kenneth,

"Cloudview County's aid in this time of crisis is deeply appreciated. Otherwise, the legacy of generations might have indeed ended in my hands."
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Kenneth smiled faintly, then pulled Jon aside to discuss something privately.

Nate, who once pursued Katie in Blackwood and was Jon's grandson, was now looking around anxiously and relieved in the crowd from Blackwood, finally asking Edward, "Sir, may I inquire how Miss Katie is doing?"

...

Hearing this, Edward glanced at Nate, who had once pursued his daughter and was rumored to be somewhat of a playboy, and remained silent for a long time. He suddenly understood why Kenneth always seemed to harbor an inexplicable resentment towards him.

Nate, unaware that Edward was Katie's father, looked at Edward's stern gaze, "Sir, why are you staring at me like that? I'm scared."

"Brother, leave it to me."

Donna, standing nearby, tugged at Edward's sleeve and then turned to Nate with a gentle smile, "You must be Nate? I'm Katie's aunt. I often hear Katie mention you."

"Really?" Nate was overjoyed.

"Really."

Donna smiled slightly, not mentioning that Katie had once referred to 'some fool whose name she couldn't remember, who got his face all messed up by her Sparkly Unicorn Bow,' and mysteriously said, "Come, let's go somewhere private, and I'll explain things to you properly."

The two walked away, and moments later.

A bruised and trembling Nate followed Donna back.