Chapter 480: Xiaochan, Help Me Find Someone! His Name is Lu Quanzhen.

“Hiss—”

As the dark energy entered his body, Lu Quanzhen’s face twisted in pain.

Blood droplets seeped from the pores of his body etched with mysterious runes.

This demonic energy, ghostly aura, and bloodthirsty qi were violent and chaotic, bone-chillingly cold, and utterly vicious, far beyond the toxic miasma of the Black Mist Swamp.

When it invaded his body, it started madly eroding his meridians and flesh, like a saw slicing through, making him wish for death to end the pain.

“Kun Peng Devours Heaven!”

Lu Quanzhen’s face contorted, the shadow of a Kun Peng behind him roared with a ghastly black light, like a black hole sucking in the torrents of demonic energy, ghostly qi, and bloodthirsty qi, refining it into energy for his Kun Peng Devouring Heaven Demonic Technique.

“Boom boom boom—”

Loud rumbling noises resounded inside Lu Quanzhen’s body as crisscrossing blood-red lines spread across his skin, emitting a terrifying bloody light, intertwining with the mysterious runes, shining eerily.

He gritted his teeth and started channeling the Yin-Yang Five Elements Kun Peng Technique.

This technique had two parts, requiring simultaneous cultivation to maximize its power.

Not cultivating the Yin-Yang Five Elements Kun Peng Technique while only practicing the Kun Peng Devouring Heaven Demonic Technique could easily lead to madness, even affecting one’s mind and inviting divine retribution.

“Buzz buzz buzz—”

As both techniques activated, small five-colored fish swam out of his Qi Sea Dantian, flowing around his body, balancing the ghastly black light of the Kun Peng’s shadow.

However, during this process, Lu Quanzhen realized something was wrong.

The initial fusion of the two techniques affected the efficiency of the Kun Peng Devouring Heaven Demonic Technique, preventing it from reaching its full potential.

“I don’t have time to fully merge these two techniques.”

“Moreover, in this place filled with demonic energy, ghostly qi, and bloodthirsty qi, maintaining balance is difficult.”

Lu Quanzhen’s body was covered in strange markings, glowing with ghastly black light.

Cultivating the Kun Peng Devouring Heaven Demonic Technique was already extremely dangerous, requiring a quiet place for seclusion.

But now, facing a life-and-death crisis, he had no choice.

“I can’t afford to hesitate. If I don’t escape before Ghost Demon Realman becomes aware, I’ll be dead!”

He made a quick decision to abandon the Yin-Yang Five Elements Kun Peng Technique and fully activate the Kun Peng Devouring Heaven Demonic Technique.

“Boom boom boom—”

The five-colored fish dissipated, the Kun Peng’s shadow opened its abyssal maw, roaring as countless streams of demonic energy, ghostly qi, and bloodthirsty qi were sucked into the abyss-like mouth, as if forming a deep black hole, making the ghastly black light grow denser.

“Ugh—”

Lu Quanzhen’s face twisted in agony, cold sweat dripping down as blood seeped from his body covered in strange markings, making him look terrifying.

Despite the excruciating pain, he could clearly feel his cultivation level rising rapidly, about to break through to the sixth layer of Foundation Establishment.

Although this rapid increase might result in a shaky foundation,

he realized the terrifying nature of this technique.

If he unleashed it fully, progress would be swift!

“No wonder my uncle warned me not to cultivate this technique before reaching Golden Core Formation.”

“Once you start this technique, it’s like walking down a one-way road.”

Previously, Lu Quanzhen thought he could maintain his rationality and not be lost to the power.

But now,

“Cultivation is cultivation of the heart. Only ultimate power is eternal. Invincible power will naturally nourish an invincible heart!”

“What I need now is rapid improvement! Only then can I have a chance at survival!”

Lu Quanzhen’s eyes, cold and glowing with ghastly black light, showed firm resolve.

At this moment, he cast aside thoughts of foundation, side effects, and losing himself.

Because survival comes first!

Nine Heavens Gale Layer.ale.

A golden streak of light tore through the endless gale.

Knowing that Nangong Mili had returned, Lu Changsheng didn’t linger too long with his daughter, Nangong Yaoyao.

After playing for a few days on the way back, seeing his daughter’s eagerness to return, he hurriedly made his way back to the Immortal Spider Market.

“Buzz—”

At that moment, a surge of Spiritual Energy suddenly appeared, causing Lu Changsheng to pause slightly.

“Hmm, who just broke through?”

Lu Changsheng could tell it was likely one of his children breaking through to mid-Foundation Establishment.

But he remembered that none of the Foundation Establishment children at home were at the stage to break through.

He pondered silently and opened the system to take a look.

[Name: Lu Quanzhen]

[Lifespan: 60/169]

[Talent: Fourth-Tier Spirit Root]

[Cultivation: Foundation Establishment sixth layer]

[Skill: Combat Compatibility (69%)]

“Hmm, Quanzhen has reached the sixth layer of Foundation Establishment?”

Lu Changsheng was a bit surprised.

He remembered that two years ago, his son Lu Quanzhen had just broken through to the fifth layer of Foundation Establishment.

And now, within two years, he had progressed from the fifth to the sixth layer!?

This speed was indeed surprising.

However, he also noticed something else—his son’s lifespan had reduced significantly.

As a Foundation Establishment cultivator, having only 169 years of lifespan was remarkably short!

“What has Quanzhen been doing all these years?”

Lu Changsheng frowned.

Though it’s common for many cultivators in the cultivation world to use life-burning Secret Techniques in dangerous situations,

such methods shouldn’t be overused.

Excessive use not only shortens one’s life but also impacts their foundation, causing long-term, unsolvable repercussions.

Knowing his son might still be in the Jin Kingdom, he planned to have Meng Xiaochan investigate later to see if she could find Lu Quanzhen.

Otherwise, his son’s current situation was quite concerning.

“Dad, what’s wrong? Is there something troubling you?”

Nangong Yaoyao, who was very observant, noticed her father’s frown and immediately showed her concern.

“Hehe, it’s nothing.”

Lu Changsheng smiled.

Bihu Mountain.

“Hmm, what’s causing such a commotion outside?”

In a courtyard at Biyun Peak, Yu Fei, with her large belly, curiously wondered about the noise outside.

Moments later, she learned that it was because Old Ancestor Lu’s son, Lu Xingchen, was getting married to a young lady.

“Sister Yu Fei, there’s a happy event at home today. Would you like to take a look?”

At that moment, Lu Miaoyun walked over with ‘L Changsheng’ and spoke to the heavily pregnant Yu Fei.

“Thank you, Sister Lu, but I’m not feeling well. I’ll skip the excitement.”

Yu Fei gently rubbed her belly and shook her head.

Although she was older than Lu Miaoyun,

having married Lu Changsheng as a concubine, she naturally had to call Lu Miaoyun ‘sister.’

“Fei’er, rest well. I’ll come back to keep you company later.”

At this moment, the nearby ‘Lu Changsheng’ nodded with a smile, speaking softly before heading to Bihu Mountain Manor with Lu Miaoyun.

At this time, Bihu Mountain Manor was adorned with lanterns and streamers, bustling with joy.

“Xingchen, congratulations!”

“Congratulations, congratulations!”

“Brother, happy marriage.”

Lu Xingchen, with his natural talent, friendly character, being both a doctor and a pill refiner, had very good relations with people.

Of course, Lu Xingchen was also the first of Lu Family’s children to marry right after reaching Foundation Establishment, so the Lu Family placed great value on this marriage.

“Greetings, Father, Aunt!”

“Greetings to the Manor Lord, and to the Lady!”

“Greetings to Old Ancestor Lu, Lady Lu.”

Seeing ‘Lu Changsheng’ and Lu Miaoyun arrive, all the Lu amily children and guests immediately greeted them respectfully.

“No need for formalities.”

Despite her youthful appearance, like a girl in her late teens, Lu Miaoyun carried herself wit grace and poise.

With their arrival, the wedding proceeded smoothly.

Though it wasn’t a grand affair with many guests, Lu Family’s current reputation alone was enough for surrounding clans and forces to come uninvited.

Even if they only wanted to strengthen ties with Bihu Mountain,

meeting Lu Xingchen, Lu Family’s pill refiner, was worth it.

“First, bow to the heavens and the earth!”

“Second, bow to the parents!”

“Husband and wife, bow to each other!”

“Take them to the bridal chamber!”

“Bihu Mountain sure has a special atmosphere. Old Ancestor Lu Changsheng is still at his peak, and with talents like Lu Ping’an in Body Tempering and a Golden Core Formation seed, the future might see the Lu Family ranked among the Golden Core Families.”

After bowing to the heavens and earth, Wang Yanjing was filled with emotion upon being escorted to the bridal chamber.

Then, thinking of her current circumstances, she sighed deeply.

“Sister Jing.”

After offering the nuptial wine, Lu Xingchen entered the bridal chamber and excitedly called out to the seated Wang Yanjing in her bridal attire.

Years ago, they were simply companions in the Dao.

But as their relationship deepened, Lu Xingchen often sought her advice due to her extensive knowledge, gradually addressing her as ‘Sister Jing.’

“We’re now husband and wife!”

Wang Yanjing sat upright and spoke.

“Oh, oh, we should drink the nuptial wine!”

Realizing this, Lu Xingchen quickly called over the maid, used a jade scale to lift the veil, and drank the nuptial wine with her.

Looking at the refined and elegant young man before her, Wang Yanjing felt a slight daze, never imagining herself getting married.

After all, in the past, she had met many men more exceptional than Lu Xingchen.

But back then, she was single-mindedly focused on cultivation, without any thoughts of romance.

After suffering serious injuries and losing her cultivation, living a simple life she’d never known before, her mindset had undergone a drastic change.

“Perhaps this is meeting the right person at the right time.”

A smile spread across Wang Yanjing’s face as she thought this.

“Sister Jing.”

After drinking the nuptial wine, Lu Xingchen looked at Wang Yanjing with a joyful expression.

He never imagined that after saving her all those years ago, they would end up married.

“Call me ‘wife’!”

Seeing his enamored look, Wang Yanjing told him off with feigned irritation.

“Oh, oh.”

Lu Xingchen quickly smiled, calling out, “Wife.”

“Husband.”

Wang Yanjing smiled tenderly and called out, her eyes filled with shyness, her beauty unmatched.

Just as Lu Changsheng and Nangong Yaoyao returned to Immortal Spider Market, a purple shadow shot over, hugging Nangong Yaoyao tightly, with a face full of worry, saying, “Yaoyao, are you alright?”

“Nangong Mili, what’s the meaning of this?”

Seeing this, Lu Changsheng immediately grew displeased.

He had diligently brought his daughter back, only for her to appear so worried, as if afraid he had done something to her, making it seem as if Old Ancestor Lu would harm his own daughter.

“Hmph!”

Nangong Mili instinctively wanted to greet Lu Changsheng warmly, but remembering her daughter was nearby, she swallowed her words and let out a cold snort.

“Mother, I’m fine. Dad took me to the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range to train and even caught two spiritual pets for me.”

Nangong Yaoyao, realizing the tension between her parents, pretended not to know and cheerfully responded.

“The Myriad Beasts Mountain Range!?”

Hearing this, Nangong Mili was a bit surprised.

It’s worth noting that even for her, it would take more than half a month of full-speed travel to reach the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range from Immortal Spider Market.

But Lu Changsheng and his daughter, Nangong Yaoyao, had only been gone for a month.

And during that time, they even had time for sightseeing and capturing spiritual pets?

At that moment, Nangong Mili was certain that Lu Changsheng must have some kind of flying magical treasure or mount with incredible speed.

Thinking about how he didn’t use it when they were together in the past, Nangong Mili became somewhat upset.

“Was that scoundrel deliberately trying to make me suffer on the journey back then?”

Recalling the ordeal, Nangong Mili felt a mix of shame and anger, glaring fiercely at Lu Changsheng.

“Yaoyao, I need to talk to you.”

She didn’t look at Lu Changsheng any further, hurriedly taking her daughter away.

“Dad.”

Nangong Yaoyao turned to look at Lu Changsheng, blinking her big eyes, indicating she would listen to her mother first.

Although she was close to her mother, she had become fond of her father after spending time with him in recent days.

Seeing the strained relationship between her parents, she also wanted to understand it better or perhaps act as a mediator.

“Go ahead.”

Lu Changsheng smiled.

With his daughter present, he didn’t want to argue with Nangong Mili.

Otherwise, he would have told her exactly why the grindstone was red!

“Wait.”

At that moment, Lu Changsheng remembered that he still had the Wind Centipede Emissary sealed in the Wuxiang Treasure Wheel and called out to Nangong Mili.

“What is it?”

Nangong Mili’s figure, graceful and alluring, her face stunning but frosty, showed no warmth.

“Bang!”

A disheveled old man with a centipede scar on his face was thrown to the ground by Lu Changsheng.

He didn’t handle the Wind Centipede Emissary with the same care he showed Nangong Mili.

To prevent the Wind Centipede Emissary from causing trouble inside the Wuxiang Treasure Wheel, he broke all the bones in his body with a single punch.

Then, under the dual suppression of Yin-Yang Grand Capture and the Wuxiang Treasure Wheel, and with the Taiyi Soul injuring his soul, he was left unconscious.

“This man caused trouble for Yaoyao before. Handle him.”

Lu Changsheng spoke directly.

He believed that Meng Xiaochan had already told Nangong Mili about this, so he didn’t elaborate.

“I’ll take care of it.”

Without giving him any more attitude, Nangong Mili raised her jade-like hand and rolled up the Wind Centipede Emissary, who was like a dead dog, and left.

Although this man was also an emissary of the Five Poison Sect, they were not on good terms.

Moreover, he had dared to make a move against her daughter. If it weren’t for the sect’s rules, she would have killed him on the spot.

“Master.”

At this moment, Meng Xiaochan hurried over and respectfully greeted Nangong Mili.

“Xiaochan, I…”

Nangong Mili initially intended to take her disciple, Meng Xiaochan, with her.

But then she remembered that Meng Xiaochan was affected by the Locking Emotion Gu, which had already compromised her soul.

Moreover, since Lu Changsheng was willing to help Meng Xiaochan remove the Locking Emotion Gu in the past, she thought better of it and swallowed her words.

“I have something to discuss with Yaoyao; you stay here and entertain him.”

Nangong Mili said coldly.

“Yes, Master.”

Meng Xiaochan immediately showed a pleased expression.

She had been worried about the relationship between Lu Changsheng and her master lately, feeling caught between the two, unsure of whose side to take.

But hearing her master’s words now, she felt relieved that the situation wasn’t as bad as she feared.

“Xiaochan, I need your help with something.”

Lu Changsheng looked at Meng Xiaochan and spoke.

Just yesterday, he noticed through the system that his son Lu Quanzhen had broken through again.

He had advanced from the sixth layer of Foundation Establishment to the seventh layer.

In just a few days, he had gone from the fifth to the sixth layer and then to the seventh. The speed was astonishing.

While he was pleased to see this,

the fact that Lu Quanzhen’s lifespan had decreased again was worrying.

That’s why Lu Changsheng intended to have Meng Xiaochan investigate his son’s situation to see what was happening.

“Okay.”

Meng Xiaochan led Lu Changsheng to a side hall, poured him tea, and asked what he needed help with.

“Xiaochan, I want you to help me find someone.”

Lu Changsheng said.

“Tell me, Lu Lang.”

Meng Xiaochan’s enchanting purple eyes glimmered, her face lighting up with joy as she focused on Lu Changsheng.

Just being with him, even in silence, filled her with happiness.

“His name is Lu Quanzhen, and his cultivation is at the mid-Foundation Establishment level.”

Lu Changsheng lightly tapped his finger, and a water mirror appeared, revealing the appearance of his son, Lu Quanzhen.

“Lu Quanzhen?”

Meng Xiaochan looked at the image in the water mirror, her brow furrowing as she felt he looked familiar, but couldn’t place him.

“Oh, and he also has a Six-Winged Golden Silkworm.”

Seeing her reaction, Lu Changsheng added.

“What!? A Six-Winged Golden Silkworm!”

Hearing this, Meng Xiaochan immediately recalled seeing this man on a wanted notice. She gasped and said, “Lu Lang, is this person also skilled in toxic techniques?”

“Toxic techniques? I’m not sure. Have you seen him before?”

Although Lu Changsheng knew his son practiced the Yin-Yang Five Elements Kun Peng Technique, he wasn’t sure about other aspects since they hadn’t seen each other for years.

“I think I have.”

Meng Xiaochan hesitated, recalling how she had once pursued this man. She bit her lip and said, “A while ago, a cultivator named ‘Qu Changtian’ caused quite a stir after being wanted by Ghost Demon Realman.”

“Since he was carrying a Six-Winged Golden Silkworm, I paid attention to him and even encountered him once.”

“Qu Changtian?”

Upon hearing the name, Lu Changsheng immediately knew it was his son, Lu Quanzhen.

After all, who would use their real name when traveling?

And this alias was just one character different from his uncle, Qu Changge.

“It must be him. Xiaochan, tell me about this Ghost Demon Realman’s wanted notice?”

Lu Changsheng immediately asked.