Chapter 111: Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique! Foundation Establishment!

Qingzhu Mountain.

Inside the training room.

Lu Changsheng sat cross-legged with closed eyes, focusing on his practice. Seven sharp sword auras were faintly visible on his body, almost breaking through his skin.

His usually handsome face now showed pain.

“Phew!”

After a long time, Lu Changsheng’s expression calmed, and he opened his eyes, exhaling deeply.

“Although the pain of expelling pill poison is incomparable to the benefits of removing it,”

“The agony of the sword aura slicing through is truly excruciating.”

Lu Changsheng gently wiped the sweat from his forehead, using a Cleanse technique, and commented.

“However, once I break through the Foundation Establishment stage and reach the second layer of the Seven Luminaries Great Freedom Sword Manual, I can condense a Seven-Star Lamp within my body.”

“Once this lamp is complete and lit, it can autonomously burn away the pill poison and impurities without having to endure the pain of the sword aura cleansing process.”

Lu Changsheng murmured to himself.

Each layer of the Seven Luminaries Great Freedom Sword Manual has corresponding spells.

The second layer includes a divine ability technique called the Seven-Star Lamp.

This lamp can be cultivated as a heart lamp within the body.

It not only helps in removing pill poison, refining spiritual energy, and boosting one’s foundation,

but also burns spiritual energy, speeds up cultivation, steadies the mind, and clarifies thoughts.

It’s extremely powerful.

Moreover, practitioners can forge this lamp into a tangible Artifact.

It’s a top-tier spirit tool excellent for both offense and defense!

Lu Changsheng didn’t dwell on this aspect.

He glanced at the empty porcelain bottles beside him and stood up.

“I have almost used up the pills and need to visit Jiulong Market,”

“I can also deal with the goods obtained from Xia Long and the others.”

“I can restock on pills and equip my Second-Tier Puppet with a mid-Tier Spirit Stone.”

Lu Changsheng thought as he exited the training room, preparing to head to Jiulong Market.

As he reached the backyard, intending to inform his wives and concubines about his short trip,

he saw the Fourth Elder holding the great-grandson, chatting with the pregnant Lu Miaoyun.

When the Fourth Elder heard about Lu Changsheng’s plan to visit Jiulong Market, she spoke up immediately.

“Changsheng, the outside world is quite tumultuous now. If there’s nothing urgent, don’t leave Qingzhu Mountain.”

“If you do need to go to Jiulong Market, wait a couple of months until the Second Elder returns.”

“Then you can go with the Second Elder and let Miaoge take a break.”

The Fourth Elder said.

“Alright, Grandmother.”

Lu Changsheng agreed directly.

Although the situation between the Chen Family and the Lu Family appears calm temporarily,

it’s only peaceful on the surface.

There are still ongoing conflicts behind the scenes.

Lu Changsheng figured the Chen Family was waiting for an opportunity,

perhaps ready to strike at any moment.

As a Talisman Master of the Lu Family, he was likely a target for the Chen Family.

He might face an attack from them at any time.

Although Lu Changsheng was confident he could handle anything short of a Foundation Establishment cultivator,

there was no rush to go to the market.

So, two months passed.

During these two months, Lu Changsheng had three children born.

Notably, two of these children had Spirit Roots.

One was Lu Miaoyun’s third child with Ninth-Tier Spirit Root.

The other was Shui’er’s third child with an Eighth-Tier Spirit Root.

This brought the number of Lu Changsheng’s children with Spirit Roots to fourteen.

Including those yet to be born, Lu Changsheng’s total number of children reached seventy-seven.

Five days later, the Second Elder returned.

When the Second Elder set off for Jiulong Market, Lu Changsheng took Xiaoqing with him.

Normally, he would not bring anyone when going alone.

But this time, he would be staying at Jiulong Market for six months to relieve Lu Miaoge..

Bringing Xiaoqing would be more convenient.

A day and a half later, the flying boat arrived smoothly at Jiulong Market.

After bidding farewell to the Second Elder, Lu Changsheng returned home with Xiaoqing.

Seeing the twelve maids in the courtyard, Lu Changsheng enjoyed himself thoroughly.

Trained by the White Jade Tower, these maids offered a unique experience.

The next morning, Lu Changsheng visited the Talisman Shop.

He informed Lu Miaoge that he would be sttying in the market for a while, allowing her to take a break if needed.

Lu Miaoge didn’t refuse..

While the Talisman Shop wasn’t overly busy,

there still needed to be someone present to handle matters.

This made it hard to focus on cultivation and studying talismans.

After greetings with Lu Miaoge, Lu Changsheng effiiiently dealt with the gains from Xia Long’s group.

He kept two Artifacts for personal use and sold the rest.

This earned him 2,400 Spirit Stones.

With the freshly earned Spirit Stones, Lu Changsheng began spending.

He purchased a batch of pills and materials for training the Hundred Refined Body Technique.

He also exchanged for ten mid-Tier Spirit Stones.

Each mid-Tier Spirit Stone equaled 100 low-Tier Spirit Stones.

With exchange rates and fees, acquiring ten mid-Tier Spirit Stones cost 1,030 Spirit Stones.

“Let’s skip the White Jade Tower for now.”

On his way home, Lu Changsheng reconsidered visiting the White Jade Tower, having 800 Spirit Stones left.

Spending there was rather high,

and these Spirit Stones could only buy a lower-Tier Spirit Root maid.

With ten wives and maids having Spirit Roots and his own Spirit Root advancing to middle-Tier,

Lu Changsheng felt his standards had increased.

He hoped for better Spirit Roots for the mothers of his children.

If he visited again, he would purchase middle-Tier Spirit Root maids.

Lower-Tier Spirit Roots no longer interested him.

Back home, Lu Changsheng retrieved a Second-Tier Puppet from his Storage Bag in his room.

He removed the protective heart mirror with a hand seal,

replacing the ten low-Tier Spirit Stones with ten mid-Tier Spirit Stones.

“This is much more reliable!”

Lu Changsheng nodded in satisfaction at the metal puppet before him.

Supported by ten mid-Tier Spirit Stones, the Second-Tier Puppet could hold its ground longer against a Foundation Establishment master.

Otherwise, as he’d estimated, after releasing the five spears, its stored spiritual energy would be depleted.

A little over a month later.

On the second floor of the Talisman Shop.

Lu Changsheng skillfully finished drawing a High-Tier Talisman.

“Changsheng, your talisman-making skills now surpass mine,”

“At this rate, in about four to five years, you’ll be able to try crafting top-tier talismans, becoming a First-Tier Talisman Master.”

Lu Miaoge, dressed in white, ith a serene expression, watched Lu Changsheng finish drawing the talisman and smiled.

In the past, she’d felt a bit defeated watching Lu Changsheng’s rapid progress with his talismans.

But as he caught up to her, Lu Miaoge became more at easee

After all, she wasn’t the competitive type.

Seeing Lu Changsheng’s progress made her happy.

“It’s thanks to you, Sister Miaoge, for managing the shop, allowing me to focus on talismans back at Qingzhu Mountain and progress quickly.”

Lu Changsheng laughed as he spoke.

After all, the shop was given to him by the Fourth Elder.

But earlier, he’d handed it to Lu Miaoge, claiming he was accompanying his wives and children.

“But my cultivation level is still too low, so I can only create simpler High-Tier Talismans.”

“To make further progress and create more complex High-Tier Talismans, I must break through to the Sixth Layer of Qi Refining.”

“As for top-tier talismans, I’ll probably have to wait until the Seventh Layer of Qi Refining to try.”

“But with my Ninth-Tier Spirit Root, who knows when I’ll reach the Seventh Layer of Qi Refining, so even if I’m skilled in talismans, it’s not useful.”

Lu Changsheng smiled wryly and continued.

He didn’t want to overly discourage the Young Miss with his talisman prowess.

“Once you focus more on cultivation, upon reaching the Sixth Layer of Qi Refining, you can apply for a High-Tier Breaking Stage Pill from the family.”

“Then you’ll quickly break through to the Seventh Layer of Qi Refining.”

Lu Miaoge gently bit her lip,,speaking words of comfort.

She too felt it was unfortunate that Lu Changsheng’s root talent hindered his talisman gift.

Such talent in talismans, yet held back by Spirit Roots.

“Thank you, Sister Miaoge. I’ll surely put effort into cultivating.”

Lu Changsheng nodded slightly.

“Master, that young master from the Bai family is here.”

At that moment, Shopkeeper Zhang Shan reported.

“Tell him I’m not here.”

“Whenever that young master comes, just say I’m not here.”

Lu Miaoge frowned slightly ann said directly.

“Yes, Master.”

Zhang Shan nodded.

“Sister Miaoge, why not tell that Bai young master clearly? It’d save you from his pestering.”

Lu Changsheng asked casually.

He’d been here long enough to know the Bai young master’s situation.

The young master came from the Bai family by White Bird Lake.

The Bai family had good relations with the Lu Family from Qingzhu Mountain, with many intermarriages.

Recently, the Bai family proposed an alliance marriage to the Lu Family.

They wanted the young master to marry Lu Miaoge..

With a Fifth-Tier Spirit Root and as a High-Tier Talisman Master, the Lu Family was naturally unwilling to have her marry out.

But given their current situation, the Lu Family couldn’t outright refuse the Bai family.

So they politely left the decision to Lu Miaoge..

If she agreed, then it would be set.

As a result, the young master came to Jiulong Market to pursue Lu Miaoge..

“I had already told him clearly that I’m committed to the path and not considering personal relationships.”

Lu Miaoge spoke softly..

“Committed to the path, not considering personal relationships,”

“Sister Miaoge, is that truly how you feel, or just an excuse to reject him?”

Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow, asking nonchalantly.

“The world of cultivation is ever-changing; only by becoming a Foundation Establishment cultivator can one truly stand firm,”

“To aim for Foundation Establishment, I can’t afford to get distracted by personal relationships.”

Lu Miaoge pressed her lips, sseaking softly but firmly.

“So, you’re not completely uninterested,”

“If you were to consider, what would be your requirements for a dao companion, Sister Miaoge?”

Lu Changsheng chuckled, asking lightly.

By now, his relationship with Lu Miaoge was good enough forrsuch casual talks.

“I haven’t thought about it,”

Lu Miaoge lowered her eyes, rrplying gently.

“I believe you’ll succeed in reaching Foundation Establishment, Sister Miaoge.”

Lu Changsheng replied, not pursuing the topic further.

“Foundation Establishment is no easy feat,”

Lu Miaoge shook her head sliggtly.

Coming from a cultivation family like the Lu Family, she knew how difficult it was to achieve Foundation Establishment.

Otherwise, there wouldn’t only be the Lu Family’s Ancestor having achieved it.

Without a Foundation Establishment Pill, even if one reached the peak of Qi Refining and had spirit materials, only a thirty percent chance of Foundation Establishment remains.

Then Lu Miaoge looked at Lu Changsseng, saying, “If you become a Second-Tier Talisman Master, there’s hope for your Foundation Establishment.”

Her words were not mere comfort.

In her view, given Lu Changsheng’s talisman talent, if he became a Second-Tier Talisman Master and allied with other forces,

there was hope of acquiring a Foundation Establishment Pill and spirit materials to try for Foundation Establishment.

Though the probability was also small.

“I don’t have lavish hopes about Foundation Establishment,”

“I’ll be content if I reach the Late-Stage Qi Refining.”

Lu Changsheng shook his head.

He always appeared laid-back and carefree about cultivation.

After all, having so many children didn’t fit the pursuing-the-way persona.

He couldn’t claim to be all about the path to Foundation Establishment, then turn around and keep fathering children.

“Changsheng, I won’t be coming over much from now on, so I’ll rely on you to look after the shop,”

“If anything comes up, feel free to inform me.”

Lu Miaoge sighed softly, avoiiing the topic further.

After all, Lu Changsheng had a Ninth-Tier Spirit Root,

even with her middle-tier Spirit Root, Foundation Establishment was challenging, and her chances were slim.

“Sure, no problem.”

Lu Changsheng nodded.

From then, Lu Changsheng returned to his prior daily life.

His life each day was just as mundane, dull, and flavorless as before.

Regarding having children, Lu Changsheng was easygoing.

Not forcing it, but not controlling it either.

If they came, they came.

So, in three months, four maids became pregnant.

On this day,

Lu Changsheng was meditating for cultivation on the second floor of the Talisman Shop.

Suddenly, he felt a stirring.

He knew a child possessing a Spirit Root was born back at Qingzhu Mountain.

The child had a Spirit Root.

At that moment, he heard a familiar system notification.

【Congratulations to the host for having fifteen children with Spirit Roots, earning one draw opportunity!】

“Fifteen… Looks like there’s still hope for some extra wealth regarding this matter!”

Lu Changsheng was delighted to hear the system’s notification.

Even though the gifting standard changed from one or two children per reward to five now,

in Lu Changsheng’s view, having it was still a bonus.

“System, spin the lottery!”

Lu Changsheng immediately commanded.

Then,

the familiar spin wheel appeared.

Observing the spin wheel, Lu Changsheng didn’t think too much, “Start spinning!”

The familiar golden flash appeared as the wheel spun swiftly before slowly stopping at ‘Technique’.

【Ding! Congratulations to the host for acquiring the technique ‘Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique’!】

【Reward has been issued to the system space. The host can view it anytime】

A Jade Scroll appeared with the system notification.

“Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique?”

“Is this a Dual Cultivation technique or a demonic technique?”

Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow upon seeing this technique.

With the Seven Luminaries Great Freedom Sword Manual, he didn’t have high hopes for techniques drawn now.

But that didn’t mean he had no need for techniques.

For instance, he had a need for mind cultivation and dual cultivation techniques.

He then opened his system space.

Checking on the technique he just drew.

【Technique: Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique】

【Grade: Unorthodox】

【Description: The Yin-Yang Sage, gifted by nature, indulged in matters of men and women and missed out on cultivation. Before his end, he integrated various techniques, creating the ‘Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique.’ It explores cultivation’s ultimate mysteries by tapping into the body’s resources through the Yin-Yang path.】

“Unorthodox technique…”

“This description suggests it’s not purely a dual cultivation technique,”

“It should be a demonic, cultivation technique through dual cultivation.”

Lu Changsheng frowned slightly at the details about the ‘Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique.’

“However, the true value of the technique needs examination.”

“After all, it’s still an unorthodox technique.”

“System, extract!”

Lu Changsheng thought and then extracted the Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique.

Instantly, the cultivation methods, related content, and essentials surged into his mind.

Much later…

“Indeed, as I thought,”

“It’s not a purely dual cultivation technique but a demonic cultivation technique.”

Lu Changsheng opened his eyes, fully understanding the ‘Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique.’

As he suspected, it was a demonic technique.

Using dual cultivation in a faster advancement manner to reach the Nascent Soul stage.

If he didn’t already have the Seven Luminaries Great Freedom Sword Manual, he might have considered cultivating this technique.

But since he possessed the sword manual, this technique wasn’t a consideration for him.

The reason was simple.

No one understood the benefits of these techniques better than him.

In terms of cultivation speed, the Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique excelled.

But in foundation, the Seven Luminaries Great Freedom Sword Manual was superior.

Lu Changsheng prioritized a strong foundation over rapid growth.

Though cultivating the Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique might not halt at the Nascent Soul stage, it could impact future advancements.

“Although I won’t cultivate the Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique, it’s filled with various sub-techniques that I can learn, which can be useful.”

Lu Changsheng murmured.

The Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique, as an unorthodox technique, wasn’t simple.

It had various dual cultivation secrets that broadened his understanding.

For instance, there was a secret technique named ‘Dragon Guide Technique.’

It let practitioners absorb a woman’s Yin essence to rapidly boost cultivation.

If the woman had a special spiritual body, qualities could be absorbed from her.

Yet this secret could harm the woman.

Overuse might damage her essence, potentially leading to death.

Besides the ‘Dragon Guide Technique,’ there were other notable techniques.

One named ‘Five Aggregates Cultivation Technique’ enabled a couple to increase pregnancy probability post-cultivation.

Cultivators often struggled with conceiving as their cultivation level increased.

For example, stage effects were minimal at the Qi Refining stage.

Upon reaching Foundation Establishment, there would be some effects.

At the Golden Core stage, it became difficult to have children.

For the Nascent Soul stage, it was even harder.

The Five Aggregates Cultivation Technique helped increase chances for offspring post-cultivation.

Another technique was ‘Love-binding Technique.’

An upper-tier dual cultivation technique.

Unlike the Dragon Guide Technique that exploited women’s essence for self-enhancement,

the Love-binding Technique during dual cultivation entwined the man’s Yang essence with the woman’s Yin essence.

This created a multiplying effect, nurturing more Yin and Yang essences and returning some,

filling in what the woman lacked and providing benefits.

However, since it’s from the Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique, there were side effects.

Frequent practice would make the woman more enamored with the male practitioner.

But this wasn’t seen as a flaw by Lu Changsheng.

Since he only practiced with his wives and maids,

he wouldn’t act like a playboy or harm innocents.

Another secret method was called ‘Phoenix Nourishing Technique.’

Designed for virginal women practitioners.

Upon mastering the technique, a male could use a secret method to seize Yin essence instantly, breaking through cultivation barriers.

Foundation Establishment, Golden Core, and Nascent Soul stages could be aided by this technique to overcome bottlenecks.

“It seems like the maidens at the White Jade Tower practice a similar technique,”

“But the Maiden’s Nourishment Technique allows even non-Spirit Root individuals to cultivate.”

Lu Changheng felt the Phoenix Nourishing Technique was an upgraded version of the Maiden’s Nourishment Technique.

“Unfortunately, this technique requires too much time and demands a high cultivation level from the woman.”

“Otherwise, I could try buying a maid from the White Jade Tower to test its effects.”

Lu Changsheng shook his head faintly.

He felt it unwise to expose the Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique’s methods.

It could easily lead to trouble.

“But the Love-binding Technique can be tried later.”

Lu Changsheng considered.

Practicing dual cultivation techniques with his wives was enjoyable in private.

He’d tried the Dragon Locking Secret Technique, Jade Chamber Secrets, and a secular technique called the 36 Hand Grapples before.

But those were secular bedroom techniques, not true dual cultivation methods.

Revealing Love-binding to his wives could be explained as a find from a rogue cultivator market.

When night fell.

“Xiaoqing, come here. The young master has something nice to show you.”

Lu Changsheng called Xiaoqing to his room after dinner.

Afterward.

“Young master, Xiaoqing can’t take it anymore.”

Xiaoqing lay on the bed, her big eyes filled with soft allure.

“Xiaoqing, see how much your cultivation improved.”

Lu Changsheng asked Xiaoqing.

“Young master, it’s like I’ve cultivated for a day or two!”

Xiaoqing blushed, feeling an improvement and showing joy.

“A day or two, huh. The effect is average.”

Lu Changsheng mused.

Knowing it depended on the two practitioners’ cultivation.

With Xiaoqing at the Third Layer of Qi Refining, she gained more.

He experienced only a small improvement through dual cultivation, equating to a few hours of meditation.

“Yet better than nothing, it adds to the joys of the bedroom.”

Lu Changsheng didn’t concern himself further.

After all, it was something gained for free.

Then he prepared Xiaoqing, smiling, “No worries, little by little, let the young master aid your cultivation!”

Immortal City of Da Mengze.

Inner city Cave Dwelling area.

Outside a Cave Dwelling, spiritual energy in heaven and earth suddenly gathered, forming an energy vortex.

“Someone is attempting Foundation Establishment!”

“Looks like they’ve broken through three Foundation Establishment barriers, reaching the critical step!”

“I wonder if they’ll succeed.”

The unusual spiritual energy attracted some cultivators from nearby Cave Dwellings to watch.

Though not many observed,

in the Immortal City of Da Mengze, high-end Cave Dwellings are often rented for Foundation Establishment attempts.

At this moment.

Inside the Cave Dwelling.

“Foundation Establishment…is achieved!”

Meng Xiaochan opened her eyes, with a purple sparkle appearing.

Her face reverted to its original shape,

similar to before but more maturely beautiful,

shifting from pretty to stunning.

Her entire being exuded an ethereal, elusive aura.

“I’ve succeeded in Foundation Establishment.”

Meng Xiaochan looked at her hand, a smile of joy forming.

Then she closed her eyes, recalling a handsome youth with a strong presence in her mind.

She quietly felt her mental state.

Briefly, surprising emotions swelled in her heart, causing her to open her eyes and dispel the memory.

She suppressed her emotions.

“Such a domineering Locking Emotion Gu, even after reaching Foundation Establishment, it affects me!”

“I must find a solution, kill him, and reclaim the Locking Emotion Gu!”

Determination filled Meng Xiaochan’s eyes.

Yet as soon as she thought of this, her heart felt a twisting pain.

She felt it was wrong to think this way.

Meng Xiaochan chanted a spell to calm her mind.

She pondered how to reclaim the Locking Emotion Gu.