Chapter 417: Yin-Yang Spirit Integration Pill! The Caravan Sets Off!

While Lu Changsheng and Ling Zixiao were chatting, Lu Linghe noticed the delicate and dreamlike Bing’er beside Lu Changsheng and curiously asked, “What’s your name? Why haven’t I seen you before?”

“I’m Bing’er,”

Bing’er looked at Lu Linghe in front of her and, without shyness, responded in a tender and melodious voice.

“Bing’er? My name is Lu Linghe, you can call me Xiao He.”

Lu Linghe was quite outgoing, she got along well with everyone.

Upon hearing that Bing’er was also her father’s daughter, she was quite surprised.

She immediately asked Lu Changsheng if Bing’er was an older sister or a younger sister.

“Uh…”

Lu Changsheng was genuinely stumped by this question.

Seeing Bing’er’s innocent and naive expression, he laughed and said, “She’s your younger sister, Xiao He, you must take good care of her.”

“Okay, okay.”

Lu Linghe immediately nodded in response, eager to take Bing’er to play.

“Daddy.”

Bing’er clutched tightly to Lu Changsheng’s wrist, her eyes filled with attachment and reluctance.

“Bing’er is still a bit shy. Spend more time together and you’ll get along just fine.”

Lu Changsheng said gently.

He knew Bing’er wasn’t actually shy.

She had just woken up recently and couldn’t bear to part with him.

In this situation, she needed some time to adjust.

“Daddy!”

Seeing this, Lu Linghe also puffed her cheeks and grabbed his wrist, urging him to play with her.

“Okay, okay.”

Lu Changsheng, recalling that it would take at least half a month for Lu Yun and Lu Caizhen to pass their Foundation Establishment trials, laughed and agreed to take Lu Linghe and Bing’er out for some fun.

He also planned to visit Qingzhu Mountain to check on his father-in-law, Lu Yuanshan Ding, and his children, Lu Qingxian and Lu Qingqi.

When Lu Changsheng arrived at Qingzhu Mountain, after seeing Lu Yuanshan Ding’s condition, he sighed slightly.

The old man was like a flickering candle in the wind, ready to be extinguished at any moment.

However, upon hearing that Lu Changsheng planned to auction off a Foundation Establishment Pill at the Hongye Valley Marketplace, Lu Yuanshan Ding’s spirits lifted slightly.

Fifty years ago, Qingzhu Mountain had decimated the Chen Family of Red Leaf Valley and established Hongye Valley Marketplace.

This Market had been a labor of love for him.

It could even be said that Hongye Valley Marketplace was a milestone for the Qingzhu Mountain Lu Family, a significant chapter in the family’s development.

Fifty years had passed, and though Hongye Valley Marketplace had developed decently, it was still only considered a medium-sized Market at best.

Now that a Foundation Establishment Pill was set to be auctioned there, it would definitely bring about an unprecedented grand event.

At this moment, a strong desire to survive arose within Lu Yuanshan Ding.

He wanted to see the grand event at Hongye Valley Marketplace before he died!

“Take care of yourself, Father-in-law. When the time comes, I will fetch you.”

Seeing this, Lu Changsheng took out a few life-extending herbs from his Storage Ring and helped Lu Yuanshan Ding refine them.

But at this stage, even these herbs wouldn’t have much of an effect.

They could only help him maintain his vitality; extending his life would be difficult.

“Changsheng, you’re too generous.”

Lu Yuanshan Ding’s voice was frail and weak, but it was clear that these herbs were of significant value.

However, Lu Changsheng’s skill in refining the medicinal power made him even more suspicious, silently noting that his son-in-law was not as simple as the rumors suggested.

“Father-in-law, it’s not worth mentioning.”

Lu Changsheng smiled as he responded.

“Qingxuan, Qingqi,”

After Lu Yuanshan Ding rested, Lu Changsheng checked on his children and instructed them to take care of Lu Yuanshan Ding during these days. He then took Bing’er and Lu Linghe on a short outing before returning to Bihu Mountain.

Afterwards, Lu Changsheng asked his son, Lu Xingyang, to expedite the arrangements for the auction at Hongye Valley Marketplace.

If it could be done earlier, he asked for it to be scheduled ahead of time.

He remembered that years ago, the old patriarch of the Lu Family had hoped to see Hongye Valley Marketplace completed and open to the public before his death.

But the old man ended up dying with that regret.

So, he didn’t want his father-in-law to die with the same regret.

“Understood.”

Lu Xingyang didn’t know what was going on, but he obeyed respectfully.

Later, Lu Changsheng went to Sumeru Cave Heaven, checking on Lu Yun and Lu Caizhen, who had begun their Foundation Establishment, and discussed the situation with Lu Miaoge..

He asked her to visit Lu Yuanshan Ding more often during this time.

With her ‘Taiji True Water,’ Lu Yuanshan Ding should be able to survive until the auction began.

“Okay.”

Lu Miaoge lightly bit her lipp her expression a bit downcast.

For years, she had been checking on her father, Lu Yuanshan Ding.

But Lu Yuanshan Ding had always told her to prioritize her cultivation and not leave the house unless necessary, so she had gradually stopped visiting.

Seeing his wife in this state, Lu Changsheng comforted her.

Later!

Lu Changsheng went to the peak of Biyun Peak, silently saying, “System, lottery.”

An advanced roulette wheel appeared.

Golden light spun.

Under Lu Changsheng’s watchful gaze, the golden light slowly stopped on the ‘Miraculous Pills’ reward column.

[Ding! Congratulations, Host, for obtaining: Yin-Yang Spirit Integration Pill!]

[The reward has been sent to the system space. The Host can check it anytime.]

Immediately, an elixir bottle icon surfaced from the large roulette wheel, accompanied by the system prompt.

“Yin-Yang Spirit Integration Pill?”

Seeing the reward, Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow, thinking of the Spirit Integration Pill he had won years ago.

He immediately focused his mind on the system space.

[Yin-Yang Spirit Integration Pill]

[Grade: Fifth-Tier]

[Description: The Yin-Yang Spirit Integration Pill consists of two pills, one Yin and one Yang. The Yang Pill is for men and the Yin Pill for women. After both partners ingest the pill and engage in intimacy for three days, the woman will inevitably conceive, and the child’s innate Spirit Root talent will be greatly enhanced.]

“Guaranteed conception with greatly enhanced talent. This is a wonderful thing!”

Lu Changsheng looked at the Yin-Yang Spirit Integration Pill with delight.

Needless to say, the level of this pill alone made Lu Changsheng sense its extraordinary power.

Years ago, when a Third-Tier Spirit Integration Pill had been used, it resulted in the birth of Lu Lingxiao and Lu Linghe, the siblings.

Now, with a Fifth-Tier Yin-Yang Spirit Integration Pill, how could their potential not skyrocket?

Especially since the pill ensures pregnancy after sharing intimacy for three days, it made him think of Bai Ling.

Bai Ling had wanted a child for years.

Lu Changsheng had also wanted to have a talented child with her.

But, despite their efforts, they just couldn’t conceive.

Even after he reached Golden Core Formation, Lu Changsheng had attempted to achieve this goal by thinking maybe two negatives could equal a positive for a perfect hit.

But the idea was much better than the harsh reality.

No matter what positions or techniques he tried, Bai Ling’s belly showed no signs of change.

If not for the check-ups confirming nothing was wrong with their bodies, Lu Changsheng would have suspected there was something wrong with him physiologically.

“I’ll try this with Bai Ling later.”

Lu Changsheng silently decided to use this Yin-Yang Spirit Integration Pill with Bai Ling.

Aside from their inability to conceive,

Bai Ling’s innate talent was also undeniable.

Years ago, when he had picked her up, she had barely relied on pills. Yet, within fifteen years, she had broken into the Foundation Establishment stage, condensing the Black Dragon Dao Foundation.

Now, after thirty-one years at Foundation Establishment, her cultivation had reached the sixth layer.

Such cultivation potential was not much different from the first-Tier Spirit Root.

But despite all these years, Bai Ling’s personality hadn’t improved much. She remained timid, very introverted, and had little presence in daily life.

Her routine was limited to cultivation, raising Black Dragon Dao Soldiers, the spirit beasts around Bishui Lake, or helping to take care of the children. She hardly ever went out.

Two days later.

After Lu Caizhen passed her Foundation Establishment trials, Lu Changsheng helped her cast part of the Yin-Yang essence into her body to aid in her Dao Foundation condensation.

After two more days, Lu Yun also successfully passed his Foundation Establishment trials and began to condense his Dao Foundation.

This was when the difference between Spirit Roots became apparent.

In terms of foundation, comprehension, and mindset, Lu Caizhen wasn’t much better than Lu Yun.

In fact, after all these years, Lu Caizhen was still like a child in temperament, far less composed than Lu Yun.

But during the Foundation Establishment process, Lu Caizhen, with her Fifth-Tier Spirit Root, had a much easier time.

Of course, Lu Yun’s performance wasn’t great either.

Even after all the preparation, he was still nervous, stumbling through the foundation condensation process.

“Sigh.”

Lu Changsheng watched the situation and sighed deeply.

It seemed like at this rate, even with his help, his son, Lu Yun, would likely fail to establish his foundation.

Sure enough, after three forced foundation condensations, Lu Yun’s Dao Foundation still collapsed.

Although Lu Changsheng could continue to forcefully condense the foundation.

Lu Yun’s body, meridians, and dantian had already reached their limit.

If they continued, any failure would damage his meridians and dantian.

Faced with this situation, Lu Changsheng stabilized his son’s condition, drained all the spiritual energy from his qi sea and dantian to prevent injury from a failed Foundation Establishment.

“Father,”

Lu Yun’s face was pale, filled with shame.

Out of the five family members attempting Foundation Establishment,

Lu Qingsong and Lu Lingxiao had already succeeded.

From the looks of it, Lu Caizhen would also succeed.

As for Lu Xingchen, Lu Yun knew he would definitely succeed.

He was the only one to fail at Foundation Establishment.

Especially since his Dao Foundation had collapsed during the process, with three attempts by his father to re-establish it.

Even after all that, he still failed. This truly left him ashamed beyond words.

“It’s just a failed Foundation Establishment, why so serious?”

Seeing his son in such a state, Lu Changsheng spoke softly.

This son had been the family head for many years and had matured a lot.

But at his core, he was still someone who lacked confidence and independence.

The greater the challenge, the more he retreated.

“I understand, Father.”

Lu Yun replied with his head lowered.

“You should be aware of the technique your mother cultivates, right?”

Lu Changsheng looked at his son and said with some contemplation.

Although experiencing failure in Foundation Establishment provided experience, increasing the chances in a future attempt.

But ultimately, success depended on the person.

For those with poor mentality, the first failure could increase pressure in future attempts, possibly even creating fear.

Lu Changsheng believed that Lu Yun was likely to experience such a situation.

Moreover, this son was indeed getting older.

After recovering his health, he might only have one more chance at Foundation Establishment.

Given this, it might be better for him to follow the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique now.

“Yes, Father. Mother’s technique is called the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique.”

Lu Yun replied softly.

“I still have a few innate spirit plants left. Later, you can choose one and cultivate this technique. What do you think?”

Lu Changsheng suggested.

Although this son wasn’t very capable.

He had watched him grow up and had once had high hopes for him.

Besides, over the years, this son had been diligent and hadn’t made any major mistakes, contributing significantly to the family.

“I will follow your arrangement, Father.”

After a moment of silence, Lu Yun replied softly.

“Good. In that case, it’s settled. Go, rest well for now.”

Lu Changsheng patted his son’s shoulder with a smile, signaling him not to worry too much.

“Thank you, Father.”

Lu Yun bowed and left Sumeru Cave Heaven.

At that moment, Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen wer outside the cave.

“Yun’r.”

Seeing the way Lu Yun looked, Lu Miaoyun immediately knew he son had failed his Foundation Establishment.

She hadn’t entered the cave, fearing that it would put pressure on him and affect his Foundation Establishment.

But despite her precautions, he still failed.

“Mother, I’ve let you down.”

Lu Yun said softly.

He had been strictly taught by his mother since childhood, with high expectations placed on him. But his abilities were limited, and his sensitive nature led to a growing sense of inferiority, resulting in a timid character.

Although he had later taken on the role of family head, his many outstanding siblings left him feeling perpetually sensitive and inferior.

He believed he had been given the position solely because of his mother’s influence.

His personality hadn’t improved, becoming even more cautious, fearing that anything he did would disappoint his parents.

“You only have a Seventh-Tier Spirit Root. A difficult Foundation Establishment and failure is normal. You’ll have another chance, so don’t take it to heart.”

Lu Miaoyun knew her son’s senstivity was related to her strict upbringing in his early years, and she felt somewhat guilty as she gently comforted him.

“Father wants me to cultivate the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique.”

Lu Yun said quietly.

“The Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique?”

Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen glaced at each other upon hearing this.

Both cultivated this technique and understood it thoroughly, being well aware of its advantages and disadvantages.

“Yun’r, what do you think?”

Lu Miaoyun asked.

In her view, it was great if her son could cultivate the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique.

Though cultivating this technique meant staying close to one’s innate spirit plant.

However, she believed her husband could solve this issue in the future.

“I will follow Father’s will,”

Lu Yun replied softly.

He wasn’t sure of his own preferences.

He wanted to cultivate the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique, establishing his foundation and even reaching Golden Core Formation.

But he was also hesitant, unsure of the point of forming a foundation and reaching Golden Core if he could never leave Bihu Mountain.

He remembered when his great-grandmother passed away, and his mother couldn’t even visit her, forced to grieve alone.

If he cultivated this technique, he might avoid parting with his parents.

But he would likely have to watch his wives and children pass away one by one.

He knew the cultivation conditions of this technique were harsh.

His father’s offer was a sign of favoritism, as it was impossible to care for everyone this way.

“You should rest. Later, I’ll explain this technique in more detail, and you can decide carefully.”

Lu Miaoyun knew her son’s mindwas in turmoil after failing Foundation Establishment, so she spoke gently.

“Thank you, Mother.”

Lu Yun bowed and left Biyun Peak.

Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen the entered the cave.

Qu Zhenzhen had initially planned to enter the cave to check on her daughter’s Foundation Establishment.

But, as she was close to Lu Miaoyun, she decided agains it.

Since she understood it wouldn’t be appropriate for her to check on Lu Caizhen while Lu Miaoyun didn’t check on Lu un.

“Husband.”

“Husband.”

Both women greeted Lu Changsheng when they saw him.

“Yun’r, have you arrived?”

Lu Changsheng smiled at them.

He then explained the situation with his son, Lu Yun, to Lu Miaoyun.

“Husband, you’ve worked hard.”

Lu Miaoyun said softly.

“Caizhen should be fine. She should succeed in establishing her foundation.”

Lu Changsheng said to Qu Zhenzhen.

With his support, as long as his children didn’t possess lower-Tier Spirit Roots or deeply flawed temperaments, they were likely to succeed in Foundation Establishment.

“Yes, thank you, Husband.”

Qu Zhenzhen’s eyes sparkled with joy.

Five days later, Lu Caizhen successfully established her foundation.

Her Dao Foundation, like Lu Ruyi’s, was barely a flawed foundation.

But Lu Changsheng’s expectations for his children weren’t high; he considered Foundation Establishment a success.

“Father, Mother, Auntie,”

Lu Caizhen opened her eyes, her expression full of joy.

In the early years, she hadn’t considered Foundation Establishment possible.

With her kind of Spirit Root, hoping for Foundation Establishment seemed like self-deception.

She preferred to enjoy every day happily.

But later, after unwittingly consuming a pill her brother had given her mother, raising her Spirit Root to a medium-Tier, she saw a glimmer of hope.

However, her lazy nature made her wait until now to reach the peak of Qi Refining and attempt Foundation Establishment, even though she had a Fifth-Tier Spirit Root.

Despite this, achieving Foundation Establishment still filled her with indescribable joy.

“Caizhen, congratulations on your Foundation Establishment.”

“Caizhen, congratulations.”

Lu Changsheng, Lu Miaoyun, and Qu Zhenzhen cogratulated their daughter.

“It’s all thanks to you, Father and Mother.”

Lu Caizhen’s personality was somewhat similar to her mother, Qu Zhenzhen’s; she had a laid-back attitude and was very self-aware.

After a brief conversation, Lu Changsheng had her consolidate her cultivation.

He then called for Lu Xingchen, asking him to prepare for Foundation Establishment in three days.

Outside Bihu Mountain.

A caravan of beasts stood in neat rows, pulling several carriages and piled-up Space Boxes.

After so much preparation, the Lu Family’s caravan was finally ready to depart.

“Xiao He, if you want to come home, just tell your mother, and I’ll come to get you.”

Lu Changsheng stroked his youngest daughter’s head and said.

From his perspective, his daughter just wanted to tag along for the experience.

Once the novelty wore off, she would get bored and want to return home.

“Hmph! Daddy, do you think I’ll give up halfway?”

Today, Lu Linghe wore a red martial dress. The hair she usually tied in a bun was now in a high ponytail, giving her a lively and heroic aura.

She had seen other Jianghu soldiers dressed like this and mimicked their style.

“Hahaha, Daddy will miss you. If you miss Daddy, I’ll come to see you.”

Seeing his daughter’s cute, puffed-up face, Lu Changsheng pinched her cheek and laughed.

“Daddy, I’ll miss you too. When I earn Spirit Stones, I’ll come back with gifts for you!”

Lu Linghe smiled, her delicate face bright with joy.

“Alright, when Xiao He comes home, Daddy will have gifts for you too.”

Lu Changsheng replied with a smile.

“Bing’er, I’ll bring you a gift too!”

Lu Linghe then looked at Bing’er, standing next to Lu Changsheng, and announced.

Over the past few days, she had gotten along well with Bing’er, becoming close playmates.

Unfortunately, Bing’er didn’t want to join her on this caravan trip.

“Thank you, Xiao He.”

Bing’er stepped forward and hugged Lu Linghe.

“Hehe.”

Lu Linghe hugged her back happily.

After bidding farewell to his daughter, Lu Changsheng urged Ling Zixiao, Lu Ping’an, Lu Ruyi, and the others to be careful and to contact him immediately if anything happened.

However, despite these words, Lu Changsheng wasn’t worried in the slightest about this trip.

Because with Ling Zixiao, Lu Lingxiao, and Lu Linghe, he didn’t need Lu Ping’an to bring the Nine Abyss Mastiff along.

He directly gave the Thousand-Faced Fox Puppet to Ling Zixiao for protection.

In this way, even if they encountered a Golden Core cultivator, they could still handle it.

Shortly after, the caravan of beasts set off.

Alongside Ling Zixiao, Lu Ping’an, Lu Lingxiao, and Lu Ruyi, the caravan included nine family disciples and three Qingzhu Mountain branch disciples, not to mention twelve Bihu Mountain apprentices and fifty innate warriors.

Their route would take them from Bihu Mountain to Jiulong Market, Green River Market, Five Peaks Market, Qingyun Market Town, and other Markets on the way, as well as various family forces.

During the journey, they would not only open new trade routes, build partnerships, and create a reputation but also investigate the Markets along the way to consider purchasing shops and establishing trading post bases.

Originally, setting up trading posts was something they planned to do gradually.

But after the windfall of Spirit Stones Lu Changsheng had received on this trip and given that Ling Zixiao was going in person, she was entrusted with this task.

“I wonder how much resistance they’ll face this time.”

As he watched the caravan of beasts slowly disappear from view, Lu Changsheng chuckled.

He was actually looking forward to some family forces causing trouble so that his son, Lu Ping’an, could make a name for himself.

After all, a family shouldn’t rely solely on his and Lu Miaoge’s reputation for sttbility. It was time for some of his children to step up.