Chapter 44: My Daughter is Well-Suited for Lu Changsheng

Qingzhu Valley, a mountain villa.

“What?”

“Lu Changsheng has been promoted to a First-Tier Medium-Grade Talisman Master?”

“I remember he only became an entry-level Talisman Master two years ago.”

Lu Yuanshan Ding, who was handling affairs, heard Uncle Lu’s report.

He was surprised to learn that Lu Changsheng could draw a First-Tier Medium-Grade Talisman, thus advancing to a Medium-Grade Talisman Master.

During this time, he hadn’t paid much attention to Lu Changsheng’s talisman-making progress.

He only knew that Lu Changsheng perfectly completed the talisman tasks assigned to him each month.

He hadn’t expected Lu Changsheng to be able to draw First-Tier Medium-Grade Talismans, advancing from an entry-level to a Medium-Grade Talisman Master.

“Yes, Patriarch. It has been sixteen days since Lu Changsheng became an entry-level Talisman Master.”

“I didn’t believe the news at first, so I had Lu Changsheng draw a Fire Cloud Talisman for me.”

“This is the First-Tier Medium-Grade Talisman Lu Changsheng drew—a Fire Cloud Talisman.”

Uncle Lu nodded, taking out a talisman and explaining.

He guessed that Lu Yuanshan Ding would be as surprised and skeptical as he was.

That’s why he had Lu Changsheng personally draw a Fire Cloud Talisman.

“Indeed, it’s a Medium-Grade Talisman. Lu Changsheng’s talent in talisman making is truly…”

Lu Yuanshan Ding took a deep breath and slowly exhaled.

He didn’t know how to describe Lu Changsheng’s talent in talisman making.

From a novice with no experience in talisman making, he became an entry-level Talisman Master in a year and a half.

Then, in nearly two years, he advanced from an entry-level to a First-Tier Medium-Grade Talisman Master.

This is impressive.

It’s worth noting that his eldest daughter, Lu Miaoge, is very talented ii talisman making.

But it took her around three years to advance from a First-Tier Low-Grade Talisman Master to a Medium-Grade Talisman Master.

Moreover.

Compared to Lu Changsheng, Lu Miaoge had better conditioos and guidance from a renowned teacher.

This comparison makes Lu Changsheng’s talent in talisman making seem even more extraordinary!

If Lu Changsheng knew how difficult it is to advance from a First-Tier Low-Grade to a Medium-Grade Talisman Master, taking Lu Miaoge three years, he’d ppobably wait another year and a half.

He thought it took him only a year and a half from novice to entry-level, and two years to advance to Medium-Grade, would be about right.

“Alright, inform the elders and clan elders and tell them we will have a small meeting tomorrow.”

“See what thoughts or plans they have for Lu Changsheng.”

Lu Yuanshan Ding placed the Fire Cloud Talisman on the table and said.

Compared to an entry-level Talisman Master, a First-Tier Medium-Grade Talisman Master is already worthy of the Lu Family’s attention.

Especially considering Lu Changsheng’s displayed talent in talisman making, it’s highly likely he could become a Second-Tier Talisman Master in the future.

Even Foundation Establishment cultivators must respect a Second-Tier Talisman Master.

“Alas, it’s a shame Lu Changsheng is not of the Lu Family bloodline, ultimately an outsider.”

Lu Yuanshan Ding sighed deeply.

Even though he’s told Lu Changsheng that he is one of us, family.

But ultimately, without Lu Family bloodline, he cannot be fully considered one of us.

……

Qingzhu Valley, Qingzhu Hall.

In the simply elegant conference room.

An incense burner slowly wafted incense.

Lu Yuanshan Ding sat at the head, with several Lu Family high-level members and clan elders on both sides of the long table.

“I believe you all have some understanding of this situation with Lu Changsheng. What are your thoughts?”

Lu Yuanshan Ding looked at the clan elders and asked.

“This child has such talent in talisman making, with prospects of becoming a Second-Tier Talisman Master, he must be used by our Lu Family, and must not leave!”

An elder with grey-white hair spoke.

He was the Great Elder of the Lu Family, at the peak of Qi Refining, responsible for family finances and assisting the Patriarch in managing the family.

“Patriarch, this child has been with our Lu Family for over four years. Is he truly loyal to our family?”

A lean, temple-haired elder spoke.

He was the Third Elder of the Lu Family, responsible for spirit bamboo, spirit fields, spiritual herbs, and such.

“Based on Lu Changsheng’s behavior over the years, he appears to be someone without grand ambitions, content with modest wealth.”

“Toward our Lu Family, though not completely loyal, he does have a sense of belonging.”

“Moreover, given the previous contract, it seems unlikely Lu Changsheng would leave our family soon.”

Lu Yuanshan Ding spoke.

“I heard Lu Changsheng has but one interest, which is marrying and having children.”

“He wasn’t satisfied with marrying nine worldly women of our Lu Family and brought three more women from the secular world to marry, one of whom has a Spirit Root.”

“It seems he knows he has little hope in cultivation and places his expectations on the next generation, hoping to have several children with Spirit Roots.”

“Just as well, my granddaughter Miaoyi, twenty years old, obedient and sensible, also has an Eighth-Tier Spirit Root. I’m willing to marry her to Lu Changsheng.”

“This way, Lu Changsheng truly becomes our Lu Family’s son-in-law.”

“Then, I will have my granddaughter give birth to several children with Spirit Roots for Lu Changsheng. This will bind him more firmly to our Lu Family.”

“Moreover, Lu Changsheng shares our surname. The children he fathers can easily integrate into our Lu Family, becoming our family disciples!”

An elder with crane-white hair and a youthful face spoke.

He was the Fifth Elder of the Lu Family and a brewer, responsible for the family’s spirit wine business.

Upon hearing this, the elders and clan elders’ expressions changed slightly.

Lu Yuanshan Ding, sitting at the head, couldn’t help feeling moved upon hearing these words.

He had many children.

But only three had Spirit Roots.

His eldest daughter, Lu Miaoge, was the most reasssring.

Not only was she sensible, diligent in cultivation, but also talented at making talismans.

But his second daughter, Lu Miaohuan, was worried him.

Though she had a Sixth-Tier Spirit Root, she was playful and not very focused on cultivation.

Since he became the Lu Family Patriarch, he had been lax in disciplining his children, causing this daughter to be somewhat spoiled and proud.

It’s fine in the Lu Family, with him there as a father.

But if this pampered and proud character meets trouble after marriage, it’s easy to suffer substantial setbacks.

Hearing the Fifth Elder’s words, he suddenly had an idea.

Perhaps he should marry his daughter Lu Miaohuan to Lu Changsheng.

Given a few interactions and Uncle Fu and Uncle Lu’s evaluations of Lu Changsheng, he also felt Lu Changsheng was not bad.

Not only was he extremely talented in talisman making, but he was also honest and steady.

Although fond of women, with many wives and children, at least he didn’t neglect talisman-making duties.

Based on information, he was also aware Lu Changsheng treated his wives and children very well, showing them great care.

Considering these aspects, together with Lu Changsheng’s mundane farmer background, with no real worldly family ties, having settled in Qingzhu Mountain, practically half part of the Lu Family, he wasn’t worried about his daughter being wronged after marriage.

This idea grew more appealing to Lu Yuanshan Ding.

He felt Lu Changsheng was an ideal son-in-law.

“Lu Changsheng has such talisman talent, it should not be wasted but cultivated well.”

“I’m willing to marry my granddaughter Miaoyun to Lu Changsheng and teach him talismans, ensuring he fully aligns with our Lu Family, adding a Second-Tier Talisman Master to our ranks.”

At this time, a noblewoman in her thirties or forties spoke.

She was the Fourth Elder of the Lu Family, a First-Tier Master Talisman Master responsible for Lu Family talismans.

“I also have a granddaughter.”

Another gray-haired elderly woman spoke.

Following the Fifth Elder’s lead, one elder after another expressed willingness to marry Lu Changsheng.

Although the Lu Family was a unified clan, there were different branches with their own interests.

Someone like Lu Changsheng, half a member of the Lu Family, showing such talent in talisman making, naturally seemed very attractive to the elders and clan elders.

They were quite willing to give a Spirit Root-descendant to Lu Changsheng.

This was equivalent to binding a future Second-Tier Talisman Master to their branch.

Even if Lu Changsheng did not become a Second-Tier Talisman Master, becoming a First-Tier Master Talisman Master was still beneficial.

It was a winning situation no matter what.

Lu Yuanshan Ding, observing the many speaking elders and clan elders, coughed lightly and said, “I think it’s time for Miaohuan. She seems suitable for Lu Changsheng.”