Chapter 467: Ascending to the Peak of Cloud Peak, Embracing Caiyun!

“When did you break through to Golden Core Formation?”

Yun Wanshang looked at Lu Changsheng and asked.

Just now, under her pressure, Lu Changsheng’s performance didn’t resemble that of a newly promoted Golden Core cultivator at all.

Had she not known his approximate cultivation progress, she would have suspected he had already broken through to mid-stage Golden Core.

But she instantly realized that Lu Changsheng hadn’t formed an ordinary Golden Core.

It was, in fact, a first-Tier—Immortal Golden Core!

Because of this, he had such strength that he could selflessly offer the Golden Core opportunity to Chu Qingyi!

At this moment, Yun Wanshang’s heart was in utter turmoil.

After all, in the Four Great Immortal Sects of the Jiang Kingdom, there were few who could form a High-Tier Golden Core.

As for Immortal Golden Cores, over the past few centuries, apart from herself, True Lord Xuanjian, and True Sword who may have formed one, she had never heard of anyone else forming an Immortal Golden Core.

But now, at this moment, Lu Changsheng, a mere rogue cultivator and a family cultivator, had actually formed a first-Tier Immortal Golden Core. It was simply astounding!

If this achievement were to spread, it would surely shake the Jiang Kingdom, and even neighboring countries like the Yue Kingdom and Jin Kingdom.

“Four years ago, I gained an opportunity and fortunately broke through to Golden Core Formation.”

Lu Changsheng said calmly.

“Four years ago,”

Yun Wanshang recalled that around four or five years ago, while she was nourishing her Golden Core, she suddenly felt a mysterious sense of unease.

Now it seems that this sensation came from Lu Changsheng!

But why did she have such a strong reaction when he broke through to Golden Core Formation?

After contemplating for a moment, Yun Wanshang stopped thinking further and waved her hand at Lu Changsheng: “Alright, you may go.”

“True Person, I have something to discuss.”

At this moment, Lu Changsheng looked at the beautifully dressed Yun Wanshang and spoke in a deep voice.

“What is it?”

Yun Wanshang’s eyes sparkled like water, full of overwhelming momentum.

“Years ago, True Person said that if I ever broke through to Foundation Establishment, you would give me a chance.”

Lu Changsheng took out the jade pendant she had given him long ago and said, “Now that I have broken through to Golden Core Formation, may I ask if you will honor your words?”

In fact, he had wanted to ask this question years ago but didn’t dare.

Now after breaking through to Golden Core Formation, he finally had the confidence.

Mainly because his relationship with Yun Wanshang and her disciples was extremely complicated. If he didn’t act now, there might never be another chance.

Though he knew these words might anger Yun Wanshang,

right now, facing her, he could not delay any longer and needed to be straightforward!

“Lu Changsheng, you are being impudent!”

As expected, Yun Wanshang’s eyes flashed with an inexplicable coldness upon hearing this.

This man had just caused trouble for her two disciples, and now he dared to have designs on her!

Did he really think she was easy to bully!?

Facing the terrifying momentum, Lu Changsheng’s robe and hair billowed wildly, revealing his gleaming Nine Treasures Dao Bone. Yet his posture remained upright and unyielding.

He then looked deeply at Yun Wanshang, his gaze firm: “True Person, I am a very greedy man.”

“One day, I will ascend to the peak of Cloud Peak and embrace Caiyun!”

As soon as he finished speaking, Yun Wanshang raised her bright arm and unleashed a mighty force, shaking the heavens and earth.

“Boom!”

Even though Lu Changsheng was sent flying through the air, his blood churning,

he would have forgotten that this True Person Caiyun was the head of the Enforcement Palace of Azure Cloud Sect, with Late-Stage Golden Core cultivation, standing at the peak of the Jiang Kingdom’s cultivation world!

But Lu Changsheng did not retreat; he stabilized his figure, wiped the blood from his mouth, and continued to grin: “Lu always keeps his word!”

His brows showed both the radiance of a young genius and the arrogance and dominance of someone who had ascended to great heights.

Yun Wanshang watched as Lu Changsheng stood there in his green robe, his handsome face and upright posture filled with an air of absolute sovereignty, silent and conflicted.

If it weren’t for the situation with her disciples Xiao Xiyue and Chu Qingyi, the Lu Changsheng before her would indeed be a good match, capable of becoming her Dao companion.

But, there were no ifs.

After a moment of silence, she flicked her sleeve, sending Lu Changsheng tumbling down the mountain with mighty power, returning to the Caiyun Hall herself.

She knew that unless she killed Lu Changsheng today, he would not give up easily.

And he dared to face her so boldly because he was certain she wouldn’t really harm him.

Though Yun Wanshang was both ashamed and angry, she couldn’t help but feel a bit dazed.

Once a small Qi Refining disciple who looked so pitiful, now dared to look her in the eyes and declare that one day, he would ascend to the peak of Cloud Peak and embrace Caiyun.

“Changsheng, are you alright?”

Midway down the mountain, Xiao Xiyue rushed over as soon as she saw Lu Changsheng fall, concerned.

Though the peak was shrouded in a formation, she could feel a terrifying pressure of power.

She knew that her master had attacked Lu Changsheng.

“I’m fine.”

Lu Changsheng held Xiao Xiyue’s hand, smiling.

Though he was struck by True Person Caiyun, her indifference and final actions made him feel much better.

He knew that the path he’d set was now tacitly acknowledged.

Next, he just needed to wait until the day he ascended Cloud Peak.

“When I ascend Cloud Peak, by then, this True Person Caiyun will probably have broken through to Nascent Soul too.”

Lu Changsheng thought to himself.

Others might not know, but he did. Yun Wanshang, aided by the Yin-Yang Dual Qi that nourished her Golden Core, would most likely have advanced to a First-Tier Golden Core.

Under these conditions, as long as no accidents occur, it’s highly likely she would break through to Nascent Soul!

“My words may have upset the True Person, but don’t worry, Xiyue.”

Lu Changsheng smiled, explaining that he brought up Chu Qingyi during the conversation, which might have displeased her.

As for wanting to ascend Cloud Peak and embrace Caiyun, Lu Changsheng planned to discuss it with Xiao Xiyue later when he had the chance.

Otherwise, he didn’t know how to broach the subject.

“Changsheng, try not to mention anything about Senior Sister in front of Master. If there’s anything you want to say to her, I can relay it.”

Xiao Xiyue bit her lip and said softly.

After so many years of being together, she naturally understood Lu Changsheng’s character.

He seemed easygoing, but he was deeply possessive and very dominant at heart.

Now that he was entangled with Senior Sister, how could he easily give up?

Although she had her own feelings about this matter, seeing Lu Changsheng so easily anger her master, she was still willing to help.

“Let’s just let things naturally run their course.”

Lu Changsheng shook his head.

He already felt guilty towards Xiao Xiyue; how could he now ask her to help him pursue Chu Qingyi?

So he immediately changed the topic, asking about Xiao Xiyue’s plans for acquiring a Condensing Crystal Pill.

For Foundation Establishment Pills, any disciple of the Azure Cloud Sect who met the requirements could exchange contribution points for them.

However, when it came to Condensing Crystal Pills, only the true disciples were eligible to compete.

Yes, compete, not just exchange.

Even though Xiao Xiyue was the disciple of True Person Caiyun, she still had to accumulate her own contribution points, complete sect trials, and make notable achievements to earn the qualification for a Condensing Crystal Pill.

“During the Heavenly Yuan Secret Realm, I had gathered enough contributions already. Now it’s just a matter of waiting for the next batch of Condensing Crystal Pills and then competing.”

Xiao Xiyue said softly.

Condensing Crystal Pills were incredibly rare. Even in Azure Cloud Sect, the number of pills was limited, and many had to compete for them.

However, her master and senior sister were both Golden Core cultivators, giving her a significant influence.

As long as she performed well, it was highly likely she would obtain the Condensing Crystal Pill.

“Alright, if you need any help, you can let me know.”

Lu Changsheng said with a smile.

In such sect assessments, senior figures of the sect usually couldn’t intervene.

But for tasks like hunting demon kings or exterminating evil cultivators, he could certainly help.

Moreover, the sect didn’t forbid such actions.

After all, connections in the cultivation world were also considered a part of one’s strength.

Lu Changsheng didn’t stay long in the Azure Cloud Sect. After chatting with Xiao Xiyue, he went to see his son Lu Yunlou.

He praised and encouraged him, giving him ten thousand Spirit Stones and the inheritance of Third-Tier Equipment Refining.

As for Lu Xingyue, she had returned to Bihu Mountain a few days ago and was no longer in Azure Cloud Sect.

Afterwards, Lu Changsheng went to Spirit Herb Peak to visit Zhao Qingqing, and after confirming she was alright, he brought her back to stay at Bihu Mountain for a while.

“What? Lu Changsheng broke through to Late-Stage Foundation Establishment!?”

“Not only did he break through to Late-Stage Foundation Establishment, but he also has a Golden Core cultivation partner!?”

“Earlier, who knows what kind of luck this Lu Changsheng had, marrying a Foundation Establishment Pill refining pill refiner, and now he has a Golden Core cultivation partner too. Isn’t this unfair!?”

“Now that he’s reached Late-Stage Foundation Establishment, thanks to his Talisman Formation technique, even a False Core cultivator might not be his match!”

“And he practices the Dual Cultivation Method with Lu Miaoge. If the two of themmjoined forces, they might be unbeatable beneath the Golden Core stage!”

At the same time, the news of Lu Changsheng’s return and his breakthrough to Late-Stage Foundation Establishment spread from Bihu Mountain to the entire Qingyun Region.

Not only were the Jin Family, the Sima Family, and the Xie Family surprised, but even the Beast Taming Xu Family was astonished by this news.

Not to mention his Golden Core partner.

Just the fact that Lu Changsheng survived the Heavenly Yuan Secret Realm was already incredible!

Moreover, now he had also broken through to Late-Stage Foundation Establishment!

Late-Stage Foundation Establishment was a significant hurdle!

Lu Changsheng, at eighty-one years old, had crossed that hurdle, meaning that in the future, he might even break through to Golden Core Formation!

Especially since Lu Changsheng was a Third-Tier Talisman Master skilled in Talisman Formation and practiced the Dual Cultivation Method with Lu Miaoge. Such a person coull already be considered a False Core cultivator!

“Could it be that Lu Changsheng truly intends to break through to Golden Core Formation!?”

“With Lu Changsheng’s status as a Third-Tier Talisman Master, a Top-Tier pill refiner in his family who can make Foundation Establishment Pills, there’s no doubt he will be able to acquire Third-Tier Monster Cores. So even if he fails to achieve Golden Core Formation, he can still likely reach False Core!”

“Lu Changsheng, Lu Ping’an, Lu Wangshu, I wonder what Lu Miaoge’s cultivation is liie now. I heard they practice the Dual Cultivation Method, which complements their cultivation levels and aids their breakthroughs. If Lu Miaoge also breaks throughhto Late-Stage Foundation Establishment, they’ll likely only be challenged by Golden Core cultivators as a couple.”

In the past, many believed that Lu Changsheng, with his Ninth-Tier Spirit Root, was extraordinarily lucky just to reach Foundation Establishment!

But with the rise of the Lu Family of Bihu Mountain, no one dared to underestimate or look down on Lu Changsheng anymore.

Everyone realized that Lu Changsheng was certainly not just an ordinary Ninth-Tier Spirit Root cultivator.

He was most likely a Spirit Body or had a mutated Spirit Root!

Otherwise, forget about lower-Tier spirit roots, even High-Tier spirit roots wouldn’t have such a cultivation speed!

At this moment, every family and force’s fear of the Lu Family of Bihu Mountain deepened.

Misty Rain Market.

In the Market Master’s Cave Dwelling, two crystalline, delicate jade bodies were entwined tightly, four beautiful legs intertwined, feet arched, and slender waists undulating, dripping with fragrant sweat.

“Sister…”

“Fei’er… Huff huff huff…”

Two extremely charming women were deeply entangled.

One voice was tender and coquettish, filled with pleasure.

The other voice had a hint of heroic charm, somewhat hoarse and repressed.

After a long time, they stopped, bathed together, and enjoyed the prepared fruits and meals.

After finishing, they left the dwelling and went to a hall where Yan Lan reviewed recent events in the cultivation world.

As a Market Master, they were extremely attentive to all the happenings in the cultivation world.

“Hmm, Old Ancestor Lu of Bihu Mountain has returned and broken through to Late-Stage Foundation Establishment!?”

At this point, Yan Lan caught sight of some news, her mind paused, showing a surprised expression.

“Huh?”

Beside her, Yu Fei glanced over curiously, then smiled and remarked: “This Old Ancestor Lu, who rose to such heights in just a few decades, is truly extraordinary.”

She had once chosen to marry Lu Changsheng after careful consideration, and did not feel wronged by it.

Now that Lu Changsheng had returned from the Heavenly Yuan Secret Realm, she thought it was even a good thing.

Although there might be some struggles,

she didn’t mind such things.

After all, as an ‘older single woman’ who had waited so long, being able to get such an excellent husband as Old Ancestor Lu was already quite fortunate.

Especially over the past six months, the strength and foundation of Bihu Mountain had exceeded everyone’s expectations.

“Fei’er, it’s my fault.”

Yan Lan sighed, feeling a bit guilty.

If she had broken through to Late-Stage Foundation Establishment, even the Sima Family wouldn’t dare to oppress them so easily.

Moreover, she knew her younger sister had been thinking of acquiring a High-Tier Breaking Stage Pill for her.

“Sister, don’t worry. Old Ancestor Lu’s survival is a good thing for our Market.”

Yu Fei consoled her sister, smiling.

While speaking, she pressed her against the wall, slipping a slender, graceful leg between her sister’s ample thighs.

“Fei’er, back to the Cave Dwelling…”

Yan Lan quickly said.

Though she was a dignified Market Master in daily life, as her sister’s passion ignited, another side of her emerged.

Bihu Mountain.

Lu Changsheng had been busy at home for half a month, appearing a few times, when his wife Lu Miaoyun reminded him to vist Misty Rain Market.

After all, Misty Rain Market was attached to the Lu Family of Bihu Mountain on the condition that Lu Changsheng accept the Second Mistress as a concubine.

The events of the Heavenly Yuan Secret Realm had delayed this.

Now that he had returned for some time, it was time to pay them a visit.

“Alright.”

Lu Changsheng quietly left Bihu Mountain and headed towards Misty Rain Market.

This Market Mistress was a Foundation Establishment female cultivator who had recommended herself, so Lu Changsheng intended to treat her well and maintain a good reputation.

With this, other rogue cultivator forces would be more inclined to surrender to Bihu Mountain in the future.

“Sigh!”

Lu Changsheng took a deep breath and exhaled it.

For the sake of my family, I’ve sacrificed and given up too much!”