Chapter 466: Ancestor Lu Is Truly an Example for Us All!

Seeing his son Lu Ping’an and Qin Yi gradually settling down, Lu Changsheng stopped worrying too much.

He spent a few days with his wives and children at home, then left with Xiao Xiyue to visit Caiyun Zhenren at Azure Cloud Sect.

Meanwhile, a piece of news spread from Bihu Mountain.

Ancestor Lu Changsheng of the Lu Family has returned.

Not only did he survive the Heavenly Yuan Secret Realm, but his cultivation also advanced further, breaking through to the late stage of Foundation Establishment.

As soon as this news was released, it immediately shook the surrounding family powers.

They quickly used various methods to verify the truth of the news.

After all, it was too shocking!

Being hunted by a Golden Core Formation realm cultivator in the Heavenly Yuan Secret Realm, not only did he survive, but he also broke through a cultivation stage?

What’s this? Could he be the son of destiny?

Many people doubted it, feeling skeptical.

They thought Bihu Mountain was just putting on a show, releasing false news to stabilize their clan and intimidate others.

However, shortly after, another rumor circulated.

It claimed that Ancestor Lu survived the secret realm because the Golden Core cultivator chasing him didn’t actually want to kill him.

This person was said to be an old lover of Ancestor Lu from his younger days, separated for certain reasons.

Now, upon meeting him in the secret realm, she wanted to capture him and rekindle their relationship.

But Ancestor Lu, unwilling to live off a woman’s support, persuaded her and then returned to the family.

Someone from another family heard the rumor and exclaimed, ‘What the hell? Bihu Mountain is too wild! They even dare to spread rumors about a Golden Core cultivator? Aren’t they afraid this Golden Core cultivator will come after their Lu Family?’

Upon hearing this, most family powers refused to believe it, thinking Bihu Mountain was spreading the rumor themselves.

Because this kind of thing is something most powers would do regularly.

But they never dared to go this far, spreading such a wild story.

After all, we’re talking about a Golden Core cultivator!

Some speculated, ‘Maybe it’s a rumor spread by the Jin Family of Jinlong Ridge or the Sima Family of Xuanwu Ridge, trying to provoke the Golden Core cultivator.’

Another person guessed, ‘No, it can’t be! Even if the Jin Family and Sima Family were fearless, they wouldn’t dare to spread rumors about a Golden Core cultivator!’

‘Indeed, if the Golden Core cultivator found out, there’s a risk those two families might face annihilation.’

Some powers believed that even with the Jin Family and Sima Family’s recklessness, they wouldn’t be so foolish.

‘At first, I didn’t believe Ancestor Lu had returned. But now, after hearing this ridiculous rumor, I’m starting to think it might be true.’

‘Ancestor Lu really is a role model for us when it comes to relationships! You can’t judge him by common sense!’

‘Is the Lu Family’s matriarch going to gain another Golden Core cultivator as a partner?’

‘I remember fifty years ago, when the Lu Family of Qingzhu Mountain and the Bai Family of Hundred Bird Lake attacked Red Leaf Valley, a Foundation Establishment-level enforcer from the Chen Family suddenly attacked the Chen Family’s Ancestor, leading to their downfall. That woman had a close relationship with Lu Changsheng.’

‘Could the Golden Core cultivator be that Foundation Establishment female cultivator from back then?’

Someone lamented, ‘Damn, what kind of luck does Lu Changsheng have with women? He cultivated the Dual Cultivation Method with Lu Miaoge, a Formation Techniiues master like Ling Zixiao, a Azure Cloud Sect disciple like Zhao Qingqing, and even a Top-Tier pill refiner capable of crafting Foundation Establishment Pills. I’m so envious!’

Another person cried, ‘Why are we all human yet there’s such a big difference between us!’

Many people discussed Ancestor Lu’s affairs.

Some believed it, some didn’t, and others were half-convinced, half-doubtful about Ancestor Lu’s story with the Golden Core cultivator.

However, no matter what, the story made many family powers wary.

After all, what if Ancestor Lu really does know a Golden Core cultivator?

At this moment, Lu Changsheng and Xiao Xiyue arrived at Azure Cloud Sect.

As Lu Changsheng gazed at the towering Caiyun Peak ahead, his initially anxious heart gradually calmed.

Whether you stick your neck out or pull it back, it’s still a knife. Now that I’m here, there’s no need to hesitate and show fear, or I’ll lose respect.

Besides, why should I feel guilty?

I saved Chu Qingyi’s life!

If anything, Yun Wanshang owes me a favor and should be thanking me!

They both reached the mountaintop of Caiyun Peak and cupped their hands in greeting towards the Great Hall.

‘Greetings, Immortal!’

‘Greetings, Master!’

Moments later, the enormous palace doors boomed open.

A terrifying spiritual pressure overwhelmed the area, causing the air to feel as if it were frozen.

Suddenly, an invisible hand of Spiritual Energy appeared, slapping directly towards Lu Changsheng.

‘Master!’

Seeing this, Xiao Xiyue’s face paled, and she shouted as she tried to stand in front of Lu Changsheng.

But Lu Changsheng wouldn’t let her do that.

His Taiyi Soul sensed the danger immediately.

He quickly activated the Nine Treasures Dao Bone on his chest, surging with Spiritual Energy, and punched the invisible hand.

However, he still stumbled, barely able to keep his footing.

Xiao Xiyue hurriedly supported him, her face full of anxiety as she looked towards the Great Hall.

She never expected her master would attack Lu Changsheng the moment they met.

‘So, you did break through to the Golden Core stage after all.’

Inside the Great Hall, Yun Wanshang watched, her beautiful eyes deep like a calm pool, seemingly tranquil but with faint ripples.

Though she had some anger in that slap,

its main purpose was to test Lu Changsheng’s cultivation strength.

She wanted to gauge his true power.

Seeing that on the surface, Lu Changsheng was only at the seventh level of Foundation Establishment, she only used the power of an early-stage Golden Core cultivator.

She even held back a bit at the end.

‘It seems he has some method or secret technique to suppress and hide his cultivation within his body.’

Yun Wanshang frowned slightly, figuring out the technique Lu Changsheng used to conceal his strength.

It was a very advanced method.

As long as Lu Changsheng didn’t engage in battle and reveal his true strength, others would find it hard to see through his cultivation level.

However, this method had a significant downside.

Hiding his cultivation too deeply meant that if he were suddenly ambushed, his response might be slower.

Yun Wanshang, dressed in a colorful and elegant gown, walked out of the Great Hall with a noble and dignified posture.

She then turned to Xiao Xiyue, who was usually calm and composed but now looked very nervous and worried, and said in a voice tinged with authority, ‘Xiyue, go back first.’

As she spoke, a barely noticeable but terrifying spiritual pressure surged around her.

Ever since learning about Lu Changsheng and Chu Qingyi, her emotions had been unsettled.

Now, seeing how close Lu Changsheng and Xiao Xiyue were, especially seeing Xiao Xiyue’s pained and worried expression, she felt even more anger rising within her.

Both of her good disciples had been messed up by this man!

‘Master, please…’ Xiao Xiyue could sense her master’s anger, worrying she would continue attacking Lu Changsheng, so she bit her red lips and pleaded in a soft voice.

However, Yun Wanshang grew angrier seeing her disciple’s reaction.

‘It’s fine, Xiyue.’

Lu Changsheng knew Caiyun Zhenren must have something to say to him, so he motioned for her to leave.

He also sent a sound transmission to reassure her, telling her that if the Immortal really wanted to harm him, she wouldn’t have held back earlier.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Xiyue hesitated briefly before bowing to Yun Wanshang and said, ‘Master, I’ll take my leave.’

As soon as Xiao Xiyue descended the peak, she felt a terrifying surge of magical pressure that twisted the air around her.

She knew this was her master attacking Lu Changsheng again, and her heart filled with worry.

Yun Wanshang unleashed her Late-Stage Golden Core magical pressure, overwhelming Lu Changsheng. He was caught off guard, suddenly feeling as if he was carrying a massive ancient mountain on his back, nearly collapsing under the weight.

Fortunately, his body was incredibly resilient, and the Nine Treasures Dao Bone on his chest surged with warmth, helping him withstand the weight and straighten his posture. He calmly faced the stunningly beautiful and noble Yun Wanshang before him.

Late-Stage Golden Core!

The woman in front of him, Caiyun Zhenren, was undoubtedly a Late-Stage Golden Core cultivator!

Lu Changsheng had seen Golden Core cultivators in their early and middle stages, but none of them had Yun Wanshang’s level of terrifying pressure.

And he knew Yun Wanshang was not an ordinary Golden Core cultivator. She was a Golden Core master!

‘Lu Changsheng, you have quite the nerve!’

Yun Wanshang’s eyes shimmered with a cold, unreadable light as she looked down on him, radiating the majesty of a goddess overseeing the world.

As she spoke, waves of terrifying pressure surged towards Lu Changsheng like layers of overwhelming tidal waves.

But Lu Changsheng stood tall in his simple green robe, his posture erect, the Nine Treasures Dao Bone on his chest glowing, and said in a deep voice, ‘What do you mean by that, Immortal?’

‘If you’re talking about Fairy Qingyi, I believe I’m blameless.’

‘If not for the sake of the Immortal and Xiyue, I wouldn’t have acted at that time.’

‘After all, taking action at that moment could have brought me endless trouble and danger.’

Lu Changsheng had a calm expression, his face unperturbed.

Though he did have some ulterior motives when saving someone,

the main reason he did so was out of consideration for Yun Wanshang and Xiao Xiyue.

Yet now he was being blamed for it? He wouldn’t accept that.

Besides, since his true cultivation level had been revealed, he wouldn’t play the part of a weak, helpless man like he did in the past.

He didn’t believe that a woman like Yun Wanshang would fall for a coward!

Listening to Lu Changsheng’s words and seeing his calm demeanor under her pressure, Yun Wanshang was surprised to find him somewhat unfamiliar.

He was very different from the image she had of him—smug, slick-tongued, and always joking.

But despite his confidence, her words left her speechless.

As Lu Changsheng said, he had taken a huge risk to save Chu Qingyi at that time.

Moreover, not only did he save Chu Qingyi, but he also helped her break through and form a Second-Tier Golden Core.

If anything, Chu Qingyi owed him a great debt of gratitude!

For a moment, Yun Wanshang felt at a loss for words.

Although she was strict as the head of the Enforcement Palace at Azure Cloud Sect, she wasn’t unreasonable.

She naturally understood that not only Chu Qingyi but even she herself owed Lu Changsheng a huge favor.

But understanding it was one thing; accepting it was another.

As a respected figure in the sect and head of the Enforcement Palace, she could accept one disciple falling in love with Lu Changsheng, but now both of her disciples had feelings for him.

Especially since she…

Seeing Yun Wanshang’s silence and feeling the spiritual pressure on him ease away, Lu Changsheng softened his tone and cupped his hands, asking, ‘Immortal, where is Fairy Qingyi?’

‘The situation was urgent at that time, and I had no choice but to do what I did. If the Immortal blames me, I’m willing to take responsibility and marry Fairy Qingyi.’

Though Chu Qingyi was probably still conflicted,

based on their time together, he could tell that Fairy Qingyi was quite traditional and likely listened very much to her master, Caiyun Zhenren.

If the Immortal agreed to this, it would likely seal the deal.

As for whether it would upset the Immortal,

at this point, there’s no use hesitating. It’s better to push forward directly!

Yun Wanshang: ‘???’

She had just thought this person seemed different from her expectations.

But hearing this, she immediately realized Lu Changsheng was still the same old Lu Changsheng—utterly shameless!

‘What do you mean by ‘blame’? Do you think marrying Qingyi is doing us a favor?’

Is that supposed to make me feel grateful?

‘Fairy Qingyi is in seclusion and doesn’t want to see you.’

Yun Wanshang’s voice turned cold as she responded.

After a pause, she continued, ‘I won’t interfere much in your matters with Xiyue and Qingyi. But if you keep affecting their cultivation, don’t blame me for being merciless.’

Although the thought of Lu Changsheng and Chu Qingyi bothered her,

she had thought a lot about it recently.

If Chu Qingyi really did develop feelings for Lu Changsheng, there was nothing she could do.

It was better to let them handle it themselves and save herself the trouble.

Besides, her disciple had already formed a Golden Core. In matters of emotions, as a master, there wasn’t much she could say.

The only thing she could do now was to prevent her disciple Chu Qingyi from seeing or interacting with Lu Changsheng, in hopes of quelling any budding feelings.

‘Thank you, Immortal.’

Lu Changsheng breathed a sigh of relief and cupped his hands in thanks.

As long as the Immortal didn’t interfere in their relationship, everything would be fine.

Otherwise, if she brought up his relationship with Xiao Xiyue, saying that both the senior and junior sisters couldn’t marry the same man, Chu Qingyi might just cut all ties with him and kill her feelings.

‘I wonder why the Immortal called for me today?’

Lu Changsheng cupped his hands once again, looking polite and respectful.

Yun Wanshang remained silent.

When she asked Xiao Xiyue to bring Lu Changsheng here, she initially wanted to confirm the situation and give him some instructions.

But she was also angry and planned to give him a couple of sword strikes.

Yet now, after hearing him out, she only felt tired and had lost any anger.

‘As for keeping your cultivation level hidden, I will help cover it up somewhat, but you need to be careful. The Four Great Immortal Sects each have diviners skilled in fortune-telling and calculation.’

Yun Wanshang spoke up.

Currently, Lu Changsheng’s situation hadn’t attracted too much attention.

But the top powers all have diviners at their side.

A simple reading or calculation could reveal a lot of information, and even she might be unable to fully block it.

‘Thank you, Immortal!’

Lu Changsheng bowed deeply.

He had been prepared to reveal his true cultivation.

But if he could avoid it, he preferred not to show his strength too early.

He planned to wait until he reached the middle or late stage of Golden Core before revealing his cultivation.

That way, even if he faced unexpected dangers, he’d be better equipped to handle them.