Chapter 170: Celebration of the Grand Ceremony, Promotion to Fourth-Tier Spiritual Root!

Three days later.

Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge returned to QingzhuuMountain.

“Husband, Sister Miaoge.”

“Dad, Mom, Aunt.”

The household was lively as the wives and children saw Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge return..

After reuniting and chatting with the family, Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge went to visit the FFurth Elder.

They planned to inform the Fourth Elder about his progress in Second-stage Talisman Crafting.

“Yun’er, call Xiaoyun and come with me to visit grandma.”

Lu Changsheng called his wife Lu Miaoyun and son Lu Yun to jin him.

The Fourth Elder now favored her grandson Lu Yun the most.

Lu Yun, now twelve, had started cultivating Qi two months ago.

He had four children who started immortal cultivation and completed Qi initiation.

However, no new achievement rewards had been triggered.

Lu Changsheng wondered if the value had to reach ten to trigger a subsequent draw.

He was also curious if a child breaking through mid-stage Qi refinement could earn a reward.

“Yes, husband.”

Lu Miaoyun wasn’t surprised.

Every time Lu Changsheng returned, he would visit the Fourth Elder.

Then he called his son Lu Yun over.

However, his daughter Lu Yu heard and followed.

Naturally, she wouldn’t refuse, so she brought the children along.

They arrived at the Fourth Elder’s courtyard.

“Changsheng, Yun’er, Miaoge, why are you all here?”

The Fourth Elder, with her silver hair elegantly tied, was sunbathing in a deep green dress.

Seeing Lu Changsheng and the others, she immediately smiled.

“We’re here to see you.”

Lu Changsheng smiled.

“Great-grandma.”

The children sweetly called out as they approached the elderly woman.

“Oh, good children.”

The Fourth Elder smiled kindly, patted their heads, and took out spiritual fruits and snacks from her Storage Bag.

Housekeeper Zizhu also brought tea.

The family chatted with the elderly woman.

“Changsheng, how is your talisman crafting going?”

After chatting for a while, the Fourth Elder asked about Lu Changsheng’s talisman skills.

She always inquired about this, fearing he might get distracted from the talisman path.

“Grandma, I came to tell you that I successfully crafted a second-stage talisman.”

Lu Changsheng smiled.

“What? Changsheng, you’ve advanced to a second-stage Talisman Master!”

The Fourth Elder was shocked, her kind face filled with disbelief.

Lu Miaoyun and the children wee also surprised, looking at their husband and father with amazement and joy.

They knew what successfully crafting a second-stage talisman meant.

It meant Lu Changsheng had stepped into the second stage, becoming a second-stage Talisman Master.

Currently, there was no second-stage Talisman Master in all of Qingzhu Mountain.

Now, their husband and father had become one.

This news made them incredibly happy and proud.

“Yes, grandma.”

“A few days ago, I luckily succeeded in crafting a Second-stage Thunder Fire Talisman.”

“So, after arranging Market affairs with Sister Miaoge, I came to tell you.”

Lu Changsheng said to the elderly woman.

He then handed the Thunder Fire Talisman to the Fourth Elder.

The Fourth Elder took the talisman and examined it closely.

The children, although not understanding, curiously looked at the talisman.

They had never seen a second-stage talisman.

“Good, good, good.”

“Changsheng, you didn’t disappoint grandma.”

After examining the talisman, the Fourth Elder took a deep breath, praising repeatedly with a joyful smile.

At her age, she had seen and experienced much.

Her heart was now focused on the family’s prosperity and the achievements of her descendants.

Lu Changsheng, as her grandson-in-law, had long been regarded as her own grandson, with high hopes.

Seeing her hopeful grandson become a second-stage Talisman Master made her genuinely happy.

“This is thanks to your guidance, grandma.”

“And the second-stage inheritance talisman notes you gave me, otherwise I couldn’t have progressed this quickly.”

Lu Changsheng smiled.

“Haha, no need to flatter me with nice words.”

“Your progress is due to your own efforts and talent. My help was limited.”

The Fourth Elder laughed.

She knew Lu Changsheng was flattering her.

After all, she had never skimped on guidance for Lu Miaoge..

She had put more effort into Lu Miaoge initially..

But compared to Lu Changsheng, Lu Miaoge was clearly inferioo.

“Did you inform the family head?”

The Fourth Elder asked.

“No, we just came back and wanted to tell you first.”

Lu Changsheng said.

“Changsheng, you are thoughtful.”

“Such a joyous event should be informed to the family head and ancestor. The family should hold a grand ceremony to celebrate.”

The Fourth Elder said, holding her grandson-in-law’s hand with a gratified expression.

The family had a second-stage Talisman Master now and should celebrate it grandly.

Even hold a grand ceremony, inviting neighboring families to announce and enhance the family’s reputation.

“A grand ceremony isn’t necessary, right?”

Lu Changsheng twitched his mouth.

He didn’t expect becoming a second-stage Talisman Master would warrant a grand ceremony.

Usually, only a breakthrough to the Foundation Establishment stage warranted such a ceremony.

“It’s necessary. You’re the first second-stage Talisman Master of the Lu Family. We must celebrate.”

The Fourth Elder laughed.

She then looked at Lu Miaoge, “Miaoge, how is yoor talisman crafting?”

“Fourth Grandma, I’m preparing to try crafting a second-stage talisman.”

Lu Miaoge smiled gently..

Under Lu Changsheng’s guidance, she had been improving in talisman crafting.

She was now a Top-Tier first-stage Talisman Master and could attempt second-stage talismans.

“Good, good. You and Changsheng should discuss more. Maybe our Lu Family will have two second-stage Talisman Masters.”

The Fourth Elder said, feeling excited at the thought.

Although second-stage Talisman Masters weren’t as esteemed as Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Their status and identity were still significant.

Even Foundation Establishment cultivators would show some respect.

With two second-stage Talisman Masters, Qingzhu Mountain would prosper and thrive.

“Don’t worry, grandma.”

Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge smiled at each othee and nodded.

“Congratulations, husband, on advancing to second-stage Talisman Master!”

Lu Miaoyun happily congratulatd Lu Changsheng.

Looking at her handsome husband, like a jade tree in the wind, she recalled when the family married her to Lu Changsheng after he became a Mid-Tier Talisman Master.

Unknowingly, more than ten years had passed.

The once son-in-law of the Lu Family had become an elder and advanced to second-stage Talisman Master.

This made her happy but also a bit melancholic.

She felt her husband was so outstanding, yet her cultivation was still stuck at the sixth level of Qi refinement, unable to help him much.

“Congratulations, daddy!”

The children also congratulated Lu Changsheng.

“Haha, good, good.”

Lu Changsheng smiled and nodded.

“Let’s go, Changsheng, I’ll take you to see the ancestor.”

The Fourth Elder couldn’t wait to announce the news to Lu Yuanzhong.

“Yes, grandma.”

Lu Changsheng had never seen the elderly woman so eager, so he followed her lead.

The Fourth Elder then took Lu Changsheng to the Qingzhu Hall to see the family head Lu Miaochang.

“What? Changsheng, you’ve advanced to a second-stage Talisman Master!”

The new family head of the Lu Family was equally surprised and delighted.

After all, an additional second-stage Talisman Master meant more foundation for the Lu Family.

It would boost business for the family’s talisman shop.

It also added external deterrence.

Furthermore, through Lu Changsheng, the second-stage Talisman Master, they could attract guest Talisman Masters.

Immediately, he happily informed Lu Yuanzhong.

The ancestor, Lu Yuanzhong, mostly stayed in seclusion in the depths of Qingzhu Valley.

He only came out for major family events.

Or for significant events like the previous Red Leaf Valley auction.

Soon, a light flew from the depths of Red Leaf Valley.

It was the Lu Family ancestor, Lu Yuanzhong.

With his Late-Stage Foundation Establishment spiritual sense, Lu Changsheng recognized the ancestor’s cultivation level at a glance.

Foundation Establishment, Level Two.

The timing seems about right.

It’s been over seven years since the Lu Family and the Chen Family had their great battle.

At that time, Lu Yuanzhong broke through to Foundation Establishment.

Now, seven or eight years later, breaking through to the Second Level of Foundation Establishment is normal.

Like Qi Refining, the small realms in Foundation Establishment levels one, two, and three have no bottlenecks.

Only breaking through from level three to level four, from the early stage to the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment, has a bottleneck.

“Fourth Aunt, Changsheng, you’re here too. Is there something you need?”

Lu Yuanzhong looked at the crowd and spoke.

Although he was the ancestor of the Lu Family, he didn’t put on airs in private.

“Ancestor.”

Lu Miaochang immediately told Lu Yuanzhong about Lu Changsheng becoming a second-stage Talisman Master.

“Second-stage Talisman Master!”

“Good, good, very good.”

Lu Yuanzhong, a Foundation Establishment ancestor, was delighted to hear this news, his eyes shining with joy, repeatedly expressing his approval.

As the Foundation Establishment ancestor of the family, he felt significant pressure.

The entire family relied on him.

He couldn’t afford to make a single mistake.

Any mistake would affect the entire family.

Now, with Lu Changsheng as a second-stage Talisman Master, the Lu Family’s situation would improve.

The success or failure of the Lu Family was tied to the Chen Family of Red Leaf Valley.

The Lu Family had risen by destroying the Chen Family and establishing the Hongye Valley Marketplace, gaining a significant amount of Spirit Stones.

However, this also made the Hongye Valley Marketplace a target for many forces.

If anything happened to the Lu Family, these forces would pounce like fierce tigers.

“Changsheng, becoming a second-stage Talisman Master is such a joyous occasion. We must celebrate.”

“Why not choose an auspicious day, hold a grand ceremony, and invite guests to celebrate.”

Lu Yuanzhong looked at Lu Changsheng and said.

He shared the same thoughts as the Fourth Elder.

They hoped Lu Changsheng would hold a grand ceremony to announce the news.

Let the surrounding families know the Lu Family has a second-stage Talisman Master.

Upon hearing this, Lu Changsheng didn’t speak.

If it were up to him, he wouldn’t want such a grand event.

After all, it was just becoming a second-stage Talisman Master.

No need for such a grand celebration.

But seeing Lu Yuanzhong, the Fourth Elder, and Lu Miaochang’s expressions, he understood their intentions.

The Lu Family needed to raise its prestige.

A second-stage Talisman Master could significantly enhance the Lu Family’s reputation.

“Ancestor, although I successfully crafted second-stage talismans, the success rate is too low. I’m not a true second-stage Talisman Master.”

“So, in my opinion, there’s no rush for the grand ceremony.”

“Once I’m more familiar with second-stage talismans and the success rate improves, we can hold the ceremony.”

Lu Changsheng thought for a moment and said.

If they held the ceremony, someone might cause trouble or challenge him.

Although he had Second-stage Talisman Crafting skills and feared no challenges,

It was better not to appear too remarkable right after becoming a second-stage Talisman Master.

Given this, he decided to wait. It would be easier to handle any challenges later.

“Alright, we’ll do as you say, Changsheng.”

“When you’re ready, let Miaochang know.”

Lu Yuanzhong nodded in agreement.

He thought Lu Changsheng made a good point.

“Fine, Changsheng, let me know when you’re ready.”

Lu Miaochang nodded immediately.

He also said that if Lu Changsheng needed talisman materials from the family, he could just ask.

Regarding other treatments, since Lu Changsheng was already an elder of the family, there was no room for further enhancement.

They could only increase his monthly supply of second-stage talisman materials.

Lu Changsheng had no objections.

He knew a family’s resources were limited and couldn’t fully support him just because he became a second-stage Talisman Master.

That night.

“Yun’er, what’s wrong?”

Lu Changsheng noticed his wife, Lu Miaoyun, seemed troubled.

“Husband, am I useless?”

Lu Miaoyun looked up, biting hr lip.

Hearing this, Lu Changsheng guessed she felt pressured and insecure because of his achievement.

He gently placed his hands on her shoulders and comforted her: “How could you be useless? If you didn’t manage the household so well, how could I focus on cultivation and talisman crafting?”

“Don’t overthink, Yun’er. We’re husband and wife. We should support each other for the rest of our lives.”

Lu Changsheng hugged his wife and spoke softly.

Although she was knowledgeable and sensible, managing the household perfectly,

Lu Changsheng knew she had a gentle nature.

Now, facing his achievement, as his wife, she felt pressured and worried.

“Husband.”

Lu Miaoyun murmured, looking a her husband.

“I’ll always be by your side.”

“Don’t worry. Share your thoughts with me.”

Lu Changsheng looked at her beautiful face and spoke gently.

He wasn’t heartless.

Although marrying and having children was part of the system, he would fulfill his responsibilities.

A virtuous wife supports my ambitions, and I’ll reward her with gold.

“Husband.”

Lu Miaoyun’s eyelashes tremble. She murmured and leaned into his arms.

“Sleep.”

Lu Changsheng smiled, seeing her cute, shy side.

“Hmm.”

Lu Miaoyun responded softly.

Her eyelashes trembled, and her face showed tranquility as she gradually fell asleep.

Watching his wife sleep peacefully, Lu Changsheng felt at ease.

Time flew by, and half a year passed.

That day, Lu Changsheng was accompanying Xiao Xiyue on a shopping trip.

Six months pregnant, Xiao Xiyue’s belly was quite noticeable.

With pregnancy, the once cold and pure Moon Palace Fairy often touched her belly, showing a maternal glow.

“Changsheng, the baby is kicking.”

Xiao Xiyue felt the baby move and told Lu Changsheng.

“Alright, I’ll remember. When he’s born, I’ll scold him for you.”

Lu Changsheng gently touched her belly and spoke softly.

“Hmph, what kind of father remembers grudges against his child?”

Xiao Xiyue pinched him playfully.

“Bullying my wife, of course, I hold a grudge.”

Lu Changsheng grunted.

At that moment, a mysterious sensation came, accompanied by a system prompt.

[Congratulations, host. The number of Spirit Root offspring has reached thirty-five. You’ve earned a lottery draw!]

This sensation didn’t fade quickly.

It made Lu Changsheng feel an indescribable joy.

He knew his Spirit Root had advanced.

From Fifth-Tier to Fourth-Tier Spirit Root.

“This child’s Spirit Root is at least Fifth-Tier, maybe even Fourth-Tier!”

Lu Changsheng was overjoyed.

Previously, he only had three children with Sixth-Tier Spirit Roots.

It was difficult for his Fifth-Tier Spirit Root to advance to Fourth-Tier with such low-level roots.

Now, his Spirit Root had advanced to Fourth-Tier, indicating this child’s root was excellent.

“It’s about time. After having a hundred and forty-one children, I finally got lucky.”

Lu Changsheng murmured.

But looking at Xiao Xiyue beside him, he didn’t say anything.

He calmed himself and continued shopping with her.

After half an hour, they returned to the cave.

At that moment, Lu Changsheng went to the quiet room.

“System.”

Lu Changsheng whispered.

[Name: Lu Changsheng]

[Identity: Son-in-law of the Lu Family from Qingzhu Mountain]

[Cultivation: Foundation Establishment, Level One]

[Lifespan: 35/269]

[Talent: Fourth-Tier Spirit Root, Geng Metal Body (Medium Spiritual Body)]

[Techniques: Hundred Refined Body Technique, Seven Luminaries Sword Manual, Yin-Yang Harmonization Technique, Immortal Grace Technique]

[Spells: Seven Luminaries Sword Light, Seven Luminaries Sword Shield, Seven Luminaries Sword Escape.]

[Items: Nine-Treasure Jade Ruyi, Lingming Treasure Tree, Golden Armored Bean Mother, Black Dragon Pearl, Curse of the Demon, Substitute Life Charm, Xuanyuan Pearl, Condensing Crystal Pill]

[Skills: Talisman Crafting (Second-stage), Puppet Crafting (Second-stage), Spirit Butchering (Second-stage)]

[Spiritual Pets: Nine Abyss Mastiff, Peach Blossom Gu, Six-Winged Golden Silkworm, Hope Gu]

[Offspring: 141/144]

“Just one more step to reach the Top-Tier spiritual root.”

Lu Changsheng looked at the system panel showing the Fourth-Tier spiritual root and felt joy.

Then he looked at the offspring column.

With a thought, he found his newborn child.

[Name: Not Named]

[Lifespan: 1/79]

[Talent: Fourth-Tier Spiritual Root]

[Cultivation: None]

“Fourth-Tier spiritual root! It really is a Fourth-Tier spiritual root!”

Lu Changsheng was very excited looking at the child.

He had previously guessed that the child had at least a Fifth-Tier spiritual root or even a Fourth-Tier spiritual root.

Now, seeing the system panel, he finally confirmed it.

“A Fourth-Tier spiritual root! Besides Qingshan, this child has the best talent among all my children.”

Lu Changsheng was very happy.

Among all his children, the best talent so far was Lu Qingshan with a Sixth-Tier spiritual root and a Gengjin Body.

This child had a Fourth-Tier spiritual root, which was not as good as Lu Qingshan, but still quite excellent.

He believed that with his nurturing, this child would have no problem reaching the Foundation Establishment stage in the future.

“With a Fourth-Tier spiritual root, I might consider sending him to the Immortal Sect.”

Lu Changsheng thought.

Although he felt he could raise him, he also considered diversifying.

Some children could stay home for nurturing, while others could be sent to the Immortal Sect.

This would not only save resources and provide a better growth environment for the child but also expand the family’s network.

Moreover, sending the child to the Azure Cloud Sect would allow Xiao Xiyue to help take care of him.

“However, sending the child to the Immortal Sect would reduce his closeness to the family.”

“Moreover, the competition and sect affairs might not be better than family upbringing.”

“Forget it, this is still far off, no rush.”

Lu Changsheng exhaled and stopped thinking about it.

He muttered, “System, draw a lottery!”

Since he had the lottery draw, he wouldn’t keep it but use it directly.

Immediately, the system attribute panel blurred and turned into the familiar lottery wheel.

“Draw!”

Looking at the lottery wheel, Lu Changsheng’s mind moved, and he started the draw.