Chapter 472: They Say a Stick Brings Obedience!

After leaving Bihu Mountain, Lu Changsheng didn’t go to Jin Kingdom right away but first went to Azure Cloud Sect to say goodbye to Xiao Xiyue.

Since he was heading to Jin Kingdom, he had to inform her.

“Xiyue, you can visit Bihu Mountain later and discuss the Supreme Forgetting Emotions Technique with Hong Lian; perhaps it will give you some insights.”

“If it’s not urgent, you can wait for my return, but this trip might take one or two years.”

Lu Changsheng softly said, looking at the Moon Palace Fairy in front of him.

The journey from Bihu Mountain to Jin Kingdom was long, even for a Golden Core cultivator who would take three to four months traveling at full speed.

But there’s a large area of Spirit Poor Lands and Spiritless Lands near the border, making it difficult for cultivators to rest and recover along the way.

Moreover, many rogue cultivators, evil cultivators, and wanted criminals hide in such places to rob travelers.

So, even Golden Core cultivators don’t use all their strength when crossing the border.

They slow down, traveling by Spirit Boat, mounts, or other means, to conserve Spiritual Energy in case of danger.

With the round trip taking over a year in such conditions.

“Alright, Changsheng, be careful on the road.”

Xiao Xiyue already knew Lu Changsheng was going to Jin Kingdom.

She had even retrieved a lot of information about Jin Kingdom through the Azure Cloud Sect for Lu Changsheng earlier.

After saying goodbye and spending a few days with Xiao Xiyue, Lu Changsheng headed toward White Tiger Mountain.

Since returning from the Heavenly Yuan Secret Realm, he hadn’t yet visited White Tiger Mountain or Flower and Fruit Mountain.

Now that he was leaving on a long journey, it was natural to visit and check on his children.

Arriving at White Tiger Mountain, Lu Changsheng saw his son Lu Xian’er had aged considerably. He asked again if he would cultivate the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique.

But Lu Xian’er refused again, smiling and saying he was quite content and satisfied with his current life.

Lu Changsheng nodded without saying more.

After leaving White Tiger Mountain, he went to Flower and Fruit Mountain to check on things before heading to Misty Rain Market.

“Lu Changsheng, if you want to do something, come at me! Fei’er is pregnant; what if you hurt the child?”

Yan Lan got nervous the moment Lu Changsheng arrived, holding her sister tightly and saying with concern.

“Don’t worry, I have experience.”

Lu Changsheng glanced at her and said calmly.

Then, he whispered to Yu Fei, “Fei’er, there’s an old saying: ‘A stick brings obedience.’”

Yu Fei: “???”

Yan Lan: “???”

Worried about the child, Yu Fei held back a lot.

Yan Lan feared Lu Changsheng might harm the child in her sister’s belly, so reacted much more, letting Lu Changsheng do as he pleased, even swaying her body and taking the initiative to meet him.

A few days later, Lu Changsheng left Misty Rain Market and found the Lu Family caravan led by Lu Ruyi.

“Be vigilant and alert!”

The caravan raised several ‘Courage-Less Mice.’

These spirit beasts, true to their name, were very timid and sensitive to killing intent, evil aura, or demonic aura.

They would tremble whenever they sensed spiritual pressure or energy, so many caravans used them to detect danger.

Since Lu Changsheng hadn’t completely concealed his aura, the caravan became fully alert the moment he arrived.

“Not bad.”

Lu Changsheng slightly nodded, observing the scene.

“Mountain Lord!”

“Father! Grandpa!”

Lu Family disciples and Bihu Mountain cultivators recognized Lu Changsheng right away, loudly greeting him and even kneeling in respect.

“Dad!”

Inside a beast-drawn carriage, Lu Ruyi’s voice was filled with joy upon hearing the commotion.

She had a tall figure and was wearing golden soft armor.

Her originally somewhat valiant features seemed more dignified now, possibly due to her responsibilities in the family’s business.

“No need for formalities.”

Lu Changsheng said to everyone.

Then he walked forward, patted his daughter’s head, and praised her, “Ruyi, you have worked hard in recent days.”

He had heard about the caravan’s challenges from his family and knew they had encountered several dangers.

Lu Ruyi had even gotten injured a few times and had to rely on Lu Wangshu bringing puppets from home to stabilize the situation.

“It’s my duty; it’s not a big deal.”

Lu Ruyi shook her head, not taking credit.

The family business’s biggest obstacles had already been dealt with by her brother and aunt.

And during their journey, the family had provided much support and supplies. She believed she only did what was within her ability.

“When you should take credit, you should.”

Lu Changsheng smiled and asked about the caravan’s and business’s current situation.

He also inquired about the other members of the Lu Family.

When he saw Lu Xuanyu’s son, Lu Xuanyu, Lu Changsheng told him to return home early after this trip.

This grandson had considerable talent in puppetry, better than Lu Xian’er’s, and had become a top First-Tier puppeteer.

Normally, someone like him, a technical expert, and a core member of the puppet workshop, shouldn’t be traveling.

However, as the Lu Family Puppet Workshop had created a puppet security team, Lu Xian’er had sent him along.

Now that the family had a new Fourth-Tier Puppet legacy, Lu Changsheng thought it best for Lu Xuanyu to return home to focus on that and possibly advance to a Second-Tier Puppeteer.

“Understood, Grandpa.”

Lu Xuanyu respectfully responded.

After spending two days with the Lu Family caravan and understanding their situation, Lu Changsheng gave his daughter ten lower-Tier Third-Tier Talismans for protection, then left.

Then, using the Blood-Tracking Talisman, he found his daughter, Lu Wangshu, on Crane Ming Mountain.

He saw his daughter, Lu Wangshu, sparring with his son, Lu Lingxiao.

Lu Lingxiao wielded black flames filled with destructive energy in one hand and a crimson feather fan in the other, causing flames to surge with each move, making the air blisteringly hot.

Lu Wangshu wore a pink and white dress, her tall and graceful figure surrounded by intricate talismans suppressing the raging flames.

Through Void Talisman Drawing, she launched talismans at Lu Lingxiao, constantly draining him and forcing him to defend.

Seeing this, Lu Changsheng gently shook his head.

Without the Xuan Yuan Pearl, if his daughter didn’t use the Third-Tier Talismans and top Second-Tier Talismans, she wouldn’t be able to defeat her brother, Lu Lingxiao.

Even though Lu Lingxiao’s Dragon Chant Physique had some flaws.

His talent, comprehension, and temperament are all top-notch, and he’s trained by a master like Hong Lian. His cultivation method fits the Dragon Chant Physique.

Besides, when he was in the Qi Refining stage, he refined the Second-Tier Spiritual Flame, Destruction Blaze, with Lu Changsheng’s help, making his attacks extremely fierce.

Even Golden Core mid-stage cultivators wouldn’t dare fight him head-on for fear of being burned by his flames.

But he just had to go against Lu Wangshu.

Lu Wangshu, with the Xuan Yuan Pearl, had a higher cultivation level than Lu Lingxiao and seemingly endless Spiritual Energy.

Under these circumstances, Lu Lingxiao had no chance.

Since Lu Lingxiao’s focus was on offense rather than defense, once he couldn’t break Lu Wangshu’s talisman formation immediately, he would slowly become passive and stuck in a stalemate.

Once trapped, even Late-Stage Golden Core cultivators wouldn’t outlast Lu Wangshu, let alone Lu Lingxiao in the early stage.

But knowing this, Lu Changsheng didn’t intervene and just watched his children spar.

After a while, Lu Lingxiao’s Spiritual Energy began to wane, and Lu Wangshu stopped, smiling, “Lingxiao, you need more practice.”

Lu Lingxiao said nothing and tossed a Storage Bag to Lu Wangshu.

“Next time you want to challenge your sister, the minimum is five thousand Spirit Stones.”

Lu Wangshu didn’t hold back, weighing the Storage Bag in her hand with a smile.

“Hmph.”

Lu Lingxiao just snorted coldly with no further comment.

Although he was a bit upset, he had always been someone who accepted his losses, so he replayed the match in his mind.

“Well, well.”

Lu Changsheng felt a bit speechless watching this scene.

He always knew how his children were; they often sparred.

But he hadn’t expected them to charge each other.

Five thousand Spirit Stones per challenge!

Even though getting Lu Wangshu to take action for five thousand Spirit Stones wasn’t a bad deal.

But his son had worked hard to earn some Spirit Stones, and now it seemed like they’d all end up in Lu Wangshu’s hands.

If Ling Zixiao found out, she’d probably be so angry she wouldn’t be able to speak.

Just a few days ago, Ling Zixiao had said that Lu Wangshu and Lu Lingxiao had matured and that their relationship as siblings was much better.

“Wangshu, why are you bullying your brother again?”

Lu Changsheng’s figure appeared from the void as he spoke.

“Ah!?”

Lu Wangshu, who had been smiling, suddenly froze, surprised, “Dad, when did you get here!”

But in an instant, her smile brightened, and she affectionately held onto her father’s arm, “Daddy, I missed you so much.”

“I wasn’t bullying him; we were just sparring to improve together.”

She looked radiant, her voice sweet, a stark contrast to the image of ‘Wangshu the Fairy’ perceived by others.

“Dad, we were just sparring.”

Lu Lingxiao added.

Lu Changsheng, seeing his son like this, could only shake his head helplessly.

He thought to himself that he didn’t know where his son got this stubborn streak.

But since both were willing, he didn’t say more and smiled, “I haven’t seen you two in a while, so I came to check on you.”

“Hmph, I heard Dad came back from the Heavenly Yuan Secret Realm five months ago, and I bet you returned home long before announcing it. But you are only seeing us now.”

Lu Wangshu pouted adorably.

Oh, turning the tables now?

Lu Changsheng affectionately ruffled his daughter’s hair, saying, “I had some things to take care of.”

Lu Wangshu didn’t mind and curiously asked, “Dad, how did you get here? Just now, neither Lingxiao nor I noticed you at all. How did you do it?”

Although the current situation at Crane Ming Mountain was somewhat basic, it still had a Second-Tier formation protecting it.

But her father had entered the spiritual land unnoticed, which was quite impressive.

“Isn’t it normal for your dad to have some tricks?”

Lu Changsheng knew exactly what his daughter was thinking and chuckled.

“As expected of Dad, you’re amazing! Your daughter can’t even compare to you.”

Lu Wangshu immediately nodded enthusiastically, her face full of admiration.

“Heh.”

Lu Changsheng just smiled without saying more.

“But Dad, my brother and I are often out. If we had this technique, it would greatly help us hide our tracks and be a valuable asset in dangerous situations.”

She continued, sounding very pitiful.

“We’ll see in the future. Your father is using a special treasure; you two can’t use it right now.”

Lu Changsheng smiled and shook his head.

Then, he and the children settled on a mountaintop and talked about their recent experiences.

They’d encountered some assassination attempts during this time.

But it always ended without incident.

Unless they were attacked by a False Core cultivator, no Golden Core cultivator could match them.

Even if forced into a desperate situation, Lu Wangshu, with her Third-Tier Talismans, would force a False Core cultivator to retreat.

However, Lu Wangshu wouldn’t do that unless she had to.

After all, for someone as talented as her, it wasn’t worth it to hurt herself just to kill an enemy.

In a situation like that, it’s better to run away and return home for reinforcements.

“Wangshu, how many Third-Tier Talismans do you have left?”

Lu Changsheng asked.

Ordinary Golden Core cultivators could only use one Third-Tier Talisman at a time, as handling more was beyond their control.

But his daughter’s Blood Talisman Spirit Body, combined with her cultivation in the Nine-Nine Mysterious Talisman Scripture, allowed her to use two or even three Talismans simultaneously.

So, he didn’t mind giving her more for protection.

“Not many. Dad, if you have extra, you can give me some. If not, you should keep them for yourself.”

Lu Wangshu said thoughtfully.

“…”

Lu Changsheng immediately knew she hadn’t used many Talismans at all.

But he knew his daughter loved to hoard things, so he gave each of them ten Talismans.

“And don’t go trying to get Lingxiao’s Talismans.”

After handing them over, Lu Changsheng looked at his daughter.

“Dad, am I that kind of person!”

Lu Wangshu protested.

“Lingxiao, if you’re not too busy, come home. Your master has awakened and will craft a Magical Treasure embryo for you.”

Lu Changsheng ignored his daughter and spoke to his son, Lu Lingxiao.

Although Lingxiao had consumed many Natural Treasures, he had yet to obtain something truly rare.

So, a while ago, Lu Changsheng discussed his son’s situation with Hong Lian.

After Hong Lian saw the Golden Flame Vine Tree and the Fire Mulberry Tree, she mentioned that Vermilion Bird Palace had a legacy that involved nurturing fire with spiritual wood.

The Golden Flame Vine Tree was perfect for Lu Lingxiao’s spirit body and techniques.

It could be refined into a Magical Treasure embryo for Lingxiao to use.

Not only would it be powerful, but having it would also continuously nurture his body, enhancing his cultivation.

Although Third-Tier spirit plants were rare, they were manageable for Lu Changsheng.

If he truly needed Third-Tier Heaven and Earth spirit plants, he could head into the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range to find some.

So, upon hearing this, he handed the Golden Flame Vine Tree to Hong Lian to refine into a Magical Treasure embryo for Lu Lingxiao.

“Master has awakened?”

Lu Lingxiao was surprised.

He had heard from his mother that his master was reconstructing her body, so she was mostly in a semi-slumber.

“Okay, Dad, I’ll return once I finish here.”

He glanced at Lu Wangshu beside him and nodded.

“Dad, what about me? What about me?!”

Lu Wangshu immediately looked at her father with wide eyes.

“I have some business to attend to. When I return, I’ll have a surprise for you, alright?”

Lu Changsheng patted his daughter’s head with a loving smile.

“Going out again? Dad, didn’t you just come back?”

Lu Wangshu pouted.

“There are always things that need attention.”

Lu Changsheng smiled.

After staying at Crane Ming Mountain for a few days, Lu Changsheng finally set out for Jin Kingdom.

Nine Heavens Gale Layer.ale.

“Buzz!”

Lu Changsheng’s Qi Sea Dantian hummed, and the Wuxiang Treasure Wheel appeared in his hand, gently spinning.

At that moment, the alluring and seductive Nangong Mili appeared.

“Lu Changsheng, you bastard! What do you want this time?!”

Nangong Mili immediately glared at Lu Changsheng and scolded him the moment she appeared.

Being suppressed in the Wuxiang Domain for so long had made her much more irritable.

“Hmm!?”

But after scolding him, she quickly realized that something was off. It seemed they were in the Nine Heavens Gale Layer.ale.

She frowned and asked, “Lu Changsheng, where are you going?”

“You’re being disrespectful. Call me your husband.”

Lu Changsheng glanced at her, then smacked her round, alluring rear, saying.

He couldn’t help it; after spending so much time together, he had developed a fascination with her behind.

“Lu Changsheng, you’re humiliating me! I’ll fight you to the death!”

Nangong Mili’s face flushed with anger as she lashed out.

“Nangong Mili, don’t push your luck. I’m on my way to Jin Kingdom, and I don’t have time to play games with you.”

Lu Changsheng’s strong arms wrapped around her, holding her in place.

“Jin Kingdom? Why are you going there?!”

Nangong Mili’s beautiful face was filled with humiliation and anger, but she was also confused by his destination.

“I’m going to visit my daughter.”

Lu Changsheng explained.

“You’re going to see Yaoyao?”

Nangong Mili’s expression immediately turned wary, “I’m warning you, Lu Changsheng, Yaoyao is my daughter. If you dare try anything with her, I’ll fight you to the death!”

As if realizing her threat wasn’t enough, Nangong Mili’s voice turned colder, “I, Nangong Mili, always mean what I say!”