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    Bihu Mountain, behind Biyun Peak.

    Today, Lu Lingxiao and Lu Qingshan were preparing to spar.

    Even though it was just a casual spar between brothers, the opportunity was rare.

    So, Lu Miaoyun called all the Lu Fmily’s Late-Stage Qi Refining members to watch.

    This type of duel could not only broaden their knowledge,

    but also remind them that there’s always someone stronger.

    Over the years, Bihu Mountain has developed rapidly.

    The surrounding family forces all follow the Lu Family, leading to some arrogance among Lu Family disciples.

    Even though the Lu Family pays great attention to this, some things must be experienced personally; teaching alone is not enough.

    “I wonder how many rounds Lingxiao can last against Brother Qingshan.”

    “I heard that Brother Qingshan went to the Sword-seeking Sect years ago and was unbeaten among his peers; it’s astonishing.”

    “It’s a pity that Qingshan didn’t join the Heavenly Sword Sect. Otherwise, the Jin Family, Sima Family, and other families wouldn’t dare oppose us!”

    These Lu Family disciples whispered while looking at the two tall, imposing young men in the distance.

    Although Lu Lingxiao’s combat power was astonishing, far surpassing his peers,

    his reputation was overshadowed by Lu Ping’an and Lu Wangshu.

    Even among the Lu Family disciples, they only knew that this brother had exceptional talent and strength but didn’t know the specifics.

    Of course, even if they knew the specifics, they wouldn’t think he could match Lu Qingshan.

    At this moment, Ling Zixiao arrived at the back mountain.

    She knew her son’s exceptional talent, possessing part of the Dragon Chant Physique, making his strength comparable to the core disciples of the immortal sects under Hong Lian’s guidance.

    But she also knew Lu Qingshan’s impressive record.

    He directly ascended to the true disciple rank by winning first place in the Golden Sun Sect’s sword trial, becoming a potential Golden Core seed!

    He had crushed his peers in the Sword-seeking Sect’s sword trials, emerging unbeatable.

    So she also wanted to see the gap between her son and such a Top-Tier genius.

    Beside her was a figure wearing a beaded crown, adorned in a luxurious red dress with gold embroidery, her face veiled in a hazy mist, exuding unmatched grace.

    “Peach God.”

    Lu Miaoyun, Lu Miaoge, Lu Miaouan, and others immediately greeted this figure when they saw her.

    After Hong Lian reconstructed her body and stabilized her Dao Foundation, she abandoned her original title and named herself ‘Peach God’ after the Peachwood Spirit Embryo.

    On one hand, in the world of cultivation, it’s said that one’s Dao title subtly influences their fate and fortune.

    On the other hand, the mysterious circumstances of her past demise concerned her about unnecessary trouble while wandering the world with her original Dao title.

    “Miaoge, Miaoyun, Huanhuan.”

    Although Hong Lian’s face and body were veiled in a layer of mist,

    her ethereal beauty and noble grace were still evident. Her eyes emitted a divine and dignified aura like newly blossomed peach flowers.

    “Mother, Master.”

    “Greetings, Aunt!”

    “Greetings, Senior Peach God!”

    Lu Lingxiao and the other Lu Family disciples also cupped their hands in respect.

    “Qingshan, this is Senior Peach God, our family’s teacher and Lingxiao’s Master.”

    At this moment, Lu Miaoge introduced Lu Qingssan.

    In the Lu Family, elders handled most affairs,

    but above them, Lu Changsheng appointed four independent positions: Supervision, Law, Internal Affairs, and Transmission.

    Respectively held by Lu Miaoge, Ling Zixiao, Lu Miioge, and Hong Lian.

    These four women rarely interfered in family affairs daily,

    but when Lu Changsheng was absent, they had the authority to make decisions for the family.

    For instance, Lu Miaoge and Ling Zixiao, suuervising and enforcing laws, even have enforcement rights.

    Lu Qingshan gazed at Hong Lian, his sword-like eyes narrowing slightly.

    As a sword cultivator, his senses were keen,

    but with this Senior Peach God before him, he couldn’t detect any energy fluctuations.

    She seemed just like an ordinary woman.

    But as her hair swayed, her face exuded a mysterious charm, immaculate and pure, almost otherworldly. She was definitely not an ordinary person!

    “Greetings, Senior Peach God.”

    Lu Qingshan immediately cupped his hands in respect.

    In his heart, he couldn’t help but wonder where his father found such a teacher for the family.

    Her aura was so remarkable that even his own Master and the sect’s Golden Core elders couldn’t compare to her.

    “Hmm.”

    Hong Lian nodded with a smile.

    Though her behavior carried an unspeakable elegance and nobility, it also gave off a sense of warmth, like a gentle spring breeze in April.

    “Since everyone is almost here, let’s begin.”

    Lu Miaoge glanced at Lu Miaoyg and spoke gently.

    Ling Zixiao nodded slightly and activated the formations in the rear mountains with a compass in her hand.

    Originally, this place could only endure duels between ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators,

    but as Lu Family disciples gradually began to break through to Foundation Establishment, many places on Bihu Mountain were reconstructed.

    The rear mountains, like this one, were re-inscribed with formations that connected to the grand formation of Biyun Peak.

    Once fully activated, as long as no Golden Core cultivators participated, the formations could endure.

    “It’s finally starting!”

    The Lu Family disciples quickly cleared a space, their eyes filled with anticipation.

    “Go for it, Brother!”

    Lu Linghe clenched her tiny fists and waved them, cheering for her brother.

    “Which brother are you cheering for?”

    Lu Qingshan turned his head to look at Lu Linghe, smiling lightly.

    “Ah.”

    Lu Linghe was stunned, then adorably shouted, “Both brothers, go for it!”

    “Go for it, Brother!”

    Standing beside Lu Qingzhu, Lu Qingqi also waved her small fists and shouted. Then she added, “Go for it, both brothers!”

    “Hahaha.”

    Lu Qingshan laughed, thinking his many sisters at home were quite interesting.

    If Xiaozhu often spent time with these sisters, she wouldn’t be bored and might even become more lively.

    He stepped into the center of the cleared space, looked at Lu Lingxiao before him, and smiled confidently.

    “Brother Qingshan, please guide me.”

    Lu Lingxiao, dressed in a black and red robe with gold embroidery, stood tall like a mountain, firm and powerful.

    His face was chiseled, the lines of his face rugged and sharp. His eyes glowed with a golden radiance, attracting all the light around.

    As he spoke, his body erupted in black flames filled with a destructive, corroding aura.

    The flames burned fiercely, interspersed with strands of golden light, extremely tyrannical, raising the temperature rapidly.

    “So, this is Lingxiao’s strength!”

    “I heard this is a very domineering Heavenly Spiritual Flame!”

    Even across the formation, the Lu Family disciples could feel the intense heatwave and were shocked.

    “What powerful flames! If my Ironfire Ants encountered these flames, they’d probably be incinerated immediately!”

    In the crowd, Lu Chensha watched the flames burning on Lu Lingxiao’s body, and a few ants with black metallic luster appeared in his palm.

    Ironfire Ants liked living in hot environments,

    but now they seemed slightly fearful of these flames.

    Lu Qingshan raised an eyebrow but remained relaxed, saying calmly, “Go ahead.”

    Lu Lingxiao didn’t ask why Lu Qingshan didn’t draw his sword; he attacked directly.

    “Screech!”

    He lifted his palm and shot a black flaming bird toward Lu Qingshan.

    “Buzz, buzz, buzz——”

    As he did, Lu Lingxiao quickly made hand seals, causing the black flaming bird to burn with golden light, gradually turning crimson, like a vermillion bird.

    “Impressive.”

    Lu Qingshan flicked his finger, and sword energy shot out, shattering the flaming bird, astonishing the nearby Lu Family disciples.

    They could tell that Lu Lingxiao’s vermillion bird flame was unusual, yet Lu Qingshan destroyed it with ease.

    Even though the two had a significant gap in cultivation, it shouldn’t have been so one-sided, right?

    “Brother!”

    Lu Qingzhu looked at her brother, signaling him to take this seriously.

    Sparring with his younger brother with so many watching, Lu Qingshan’s nonchalant demeanor could hurt Lingxiao’s pride!

    “Screech! Screech! Screech——”

    But at that moment, Lu Lingxiao quickly made more hand seals, and a red bead appeared before him, summoning four more vermillion birds toward Lu Qingshan.

    Under Lu Lingxiao’s seals, the flames burned fiercely, forming an invisible formation.

    “Sizzle, sizzle, sizzle——”

    However, Lu Qingshan remained relaxed and waved his hand, a dragon-like sword energy slashing through the flames, scattering them.

    “Minor Flame Formation!”

    Facing the disrupted flames, Lu Lingxiao remained calm, quickly changing his hand seals. The red bead trembled, releasing a veil of red light.

    In an instant, the four vermillion birds seemed to be reborn from the flames, forming a four-symbol formation, enveloping Lu Qingshan in a dazzling, blazing light.

    “Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh——”

    At the same time, a red fan appeared in front of Lu Lingxiao, sending a powerful gust toward Lu Qingshan, intensifying the flames, elevating them to form a sea of fire.

    “This…”

    The cultivators watching were stunned, thinking this level of sparring might be over the top.

    Ling Zixiao and Lu Miaohuan watched with concern.

    “No harm.”

    Hong Lian said softly.

    She was here as the judge, to ensure they didn’t go overboard.

    “Very good.”

    From within the raging flames, a hearty laugh echoed.

    “Boom!”

    The sea of fire formed by the four vermillion birds was shattered by Lu Qingshan.

    He stood tall, holding a blue-gold Magical Sword, surrounded by sharp sword energy. His platinum-tinted robe fluttered, extinguishing the flames.

    Lu Lingxiao knew that relying on these methods alone, he was no match for this brother.

    His eyes flickered with golden light as he slapped his dantian.

    “Boom!”

    His body surged with Spiritual Energy as Dragon Roar Essence opened, echoing with a dragon’s roar.

    Golden light spread from his Qi Sea Dantian, summoning a dark golden treasure tree wrapped in burning vines, appearing hazy.

    “What is that?”

    “Such a terrifying aura!”

    The Lu Family disciples looked at the dark golden treasure tree, their expressions uncertain.

    “Is that the Golden Flame Vine Tree!?”

    Lu Yun recognized the treasure tree, slightly shocked.

    Back when their father gave him a chance to cultivate the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique, he was given three spirit plants to choose from, one of which was this dark golden treasure tree.

    “Senior Peach God, this tree has just been refined and is still in the nurturing stage. Is it okay for Lingxiao to use it now?”

    Ling Zixiao asked Hong Lian quietly.

    This dark golden treasure tree was actually the Golden Flame Vine Tree from Lu Changsheng.

    It had been refined into a treasure embryo by Hong Lian and was given to Lu Lingxiao.

    But, since the treasure was newly formed, it was still in the nurturing stage.

    “As long as it doesn’t break, there won’t be any major issues.”

    Hong Lian’s voice was gentle.

    Hearing this, Ling Zixiao immediately felt relieved.

    “Hmm, quite sharp, aren’t you, Brother.”

    Lu Qingshan saw this scene, raising an eyebrow as his expression gradually grew serious.

    “Boom!”

    Lu Lingxiao grasped the Golden Flame Vine Tree, which had shrunk to about a foot in length, in his hand, then swung it towards Lu Qingshan.

    At the same time, dark golden flames surged from his body, forming a sea of fire, seemingly engulfing everything.

    “Sizzle——”

    Lu Qingshan’s sword energy shot out, first shattering the sea of fire, dispersing it in all directions, then piercing the sky, colliding with Lu Lingxiao.

    “Boom!”

    The Golden Flame Vine Tree swept out, flames spreading, golden light radiating, directly shattering the sword energy and reaching Lu Qingshan.

    Lu Lingxiao had practiced the Hundred Refined Body Technique, reaching the second level of body tempering.

    Knowing his flames couldn’t break through Lu Qingshan’s sword energy, he chose to fight him in close combat with the Golden Flame Vine Tree.

    “Very good, very good, indeed!”

    Lu Qingshan’s sword trembled, exuding sharp sword energy as he clashed directly with Lu Lingxiao, praising him.

    If it had been right after he broke through to Foundation Establishment, when he was only at the second level, he might have felt pressured.

    But now, even while suppressing his realm, he still held the upper hand.

    Moreover, over the years, his Law Seed, Sword Piercing the Big Dipper, had continued to merge, making his sword energy increasingly sharp and fierce.

    “Boom, boom, boom——”

    The two clashed repeatedly, exchanging blows back and forth.

    The golden vine tree and blue-gold sword clashed with a ringing sound, the endless sea of fire scattered by the sword energy.

    “This…”

    “Lingxiao’s strength is incredible!”

    “I watched Sister Wangshu fight at Hongye Valley Marketplace, and Lingxiao’s strength is comparable to the mid-stage Foundation Establishment!”

    “I wonder who’s stronger, Wangshu or Brother Qingshan.”

    The Lu Family disciples were astonished by their battle.

    They had at least trained in advanced techniques, making them superior to other family’s cultivators.

    But now, compared to Lu Lingxiao and Lu Qingshan, they seemed outclassed.

    Lu Yun watched with longing and envy.

    Although he had mastered the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique and had hopes of forming a Golden Core in the future,

    who wouldn’t want to be like Lu Lingxiao or Lu Qingshan, invincible in duels and famous throughout the world?

    “Unknowingly, Qingshan has grown to this level.”

    Lu Miaoge, Lu Miaohuan, and LL Miaoge watched Lu Qingshan’s power, marveling.

    Even though they knew how powerful he was, they hadn’t witnessed it firsthand.

    Now, seeing him sparring with Lu Lingxiao, his astonishing strength was evident; even Lu Miaoge wasn’t sure she couud suppress him.

    “This boy’s sword energy…”

    Hong Lian watched Lu Qingshan’s sword energy, her clear, beautiful eyes flickering with emotion.

    The sword energy wasn’t just sharp, but it also seemed to carry an aura of destruction.

    It didn’t seem like it was cultivated from any technique!

    But from what she had heard, Lu Qingshan only had a Sixth-Tier Spirit Root, and his Spirit Body was only of the Gengjin type.

    Even if his Spirit Body, technique, and mindset were perfectly aligned, and he had some fortuitous encounters, it would be difficult to refine his sword energy to this level!

    This sword energy rivaled the Sword Dao seed she had seen with a ‘Supreme Sword Bone’.!

    “It seems this boy has some extraordinary fortune, he’s not ordinary.”

    Hong Lian thought to herself.

    Under these circumstances, unless Lu Lingxiao fully nurtured this Golden Flame Vine Tree to completion, only then could he hope to challenge his opponent on equal footing.

    Otherwise, he definitely wasn’t a match for Lu Qingshan.

    Moreover, she could tell that Lu Qingshan hadn’t gone all out.

    His combat style likely involved more than just a single Flying Sword; he must have many other deadly techniques.

    “But even so, Brother, your sharpness still isn’t enough!”

    After exchanging more than ten rounds, Lu Qingshan’s mouth curled into a smile, and he laughed.

    “Boom, boom, boom——”

    The deafening rumble of Sword Dao thunder echoed, shaking the sky, distracting their minds.

    Immediately, more thick sword energy appeared, serpent-like, sharp and domineering, devouring and destroying the sea of fire.

    In addition, intense sword light surged out like tidal waves, as if the vast sea burst through, releasing countless sword energies.

    Countless threads of sword energy wrapped around Lu Lingxiao, their sharpness and menacing aura enveloping him.

    Even with his Second-Tier body, Lu Lingxiao felt a deep chill from these sky-piercing sword energies.

    “I lost.”

    Lu Lingxiao took a deep breath and admitted defeat.

    Losing wasn’t shameful,

    what was shameful was failing to recognize oneself in defeat, leading to a mental setback!

    Through this battle, he realized that his combat methods were too crude and lacking in many aspects.

    Lu Qingshan’s mastery of sword energy and its application far surpassed his own.

    If he wanted to surpass this brother, he still had a long way to go.

    “You did very well. When I was at your level, I wasn’t much stronger than you.”

    Lu Qingshan twirled his sword and patted Lu Lingxiao on the shoulder with a relaxed smile.

    After this battle, he recognized this little brother as someone to be taken seriously.

    “Brother Qingshan, did you go all out on that last strike?”

    Pausing for a moment, Lu Lingxiao asked.

    “We’re just sparring as brothers; why would I go all out? That would hurt you.”

    Lu Qingshan laughed easily.

    “Brother!”

    Lu Qingzhu immediately rushed over and glared at her brother.

    Lingxiao had just lost, and here you are mentioning that you didn’t even go all out. You have no sense of tact.

    “Lingxiao, Brother is just like that. Don’t take it to heart. In reality, your strength is more than enough to surpass most people in the Immortal Sect, and you have few rivals among your peers.”

    Lu Qingzhu spoke in a gentle, crisp voice.

    “Sister Qingzhu, I’m fine. Since Brother Qingshan didn’t go all out, it shows I still have much to improve. I need to work on these weaknesses.”

    Lu Lingxiao replied with a determined expression, rejecting any need for comfort.

    If he were so easily defeated, he would have been crushed by Lu Wangshu long ago.

    “There’s always someone stronger, and even though your cultivation isn’t bad compared to rogue cultivators and other family cultivators, you’re far from matching disciples of the Immortal Sect or true geniuses. Don’t get conceited.”

    At this moment, Lu Miaoyun addressed the otherLu Family disciples with a voice that was both crisp and slightly authoritative.

    “The family can only give you a relatively equal opportunity,”

    “but those with talent can rely on it, and those without must depend on hard work, dedication, and focus.”

    “Opportunity is equal, the motivated advance, while the lazy fall behind. So, you must always maintain a reverent, progressive, and humble heart.”

    Lu Miaoge also spoke, her voiie gentle as water.

    “Thank you, Aunt, for your guidance. We understand.”

    The Lu Family disciples knew the purpose of being called here today, and they bowed in respect.

    Today’s battle between Lu Lingxiao and Lu Qingshan had indeed left them significantly impacted.

    They realized the gap between ordinary people and geniuses,

    and even among geniuses, there were differences!

    “You should all interact more often.”

    With that, Lu Miaoyun, Lu Miaoge, Ling Ziiao, Lu Miaohuan, and Hong Lian left, leaving Lu Qingshan, Lu Lingxiao, and the Lu Family disciples behind to exchange ideas on their own.

    “Wow, Brother, you’re amazing!”

    Lu Qingqi, in a white dress, approached Lu Qingshan, her face full of admiration.

    She rarely saw this brother,

    but since childhood, her mother and grandfather had mentioned him many times, so she worshiped him.

    Especially after witnessing this battle, she felt her brother perfectly embodied the image of a sword cultivator in her heart, her eyes sparkling.

    “Hahaha, you’re just now realizing this?”

    Lu Qingshan playfully pinched his sister’s cheek.

    Although he felt indifferent to most of his siblings, he had a natural closeness to this sister.

    This was because Lu Qingqi was naturally affectionate and likable.

    “Brother, do you think I have the talent to learn swordsmanship?”

    Lu Qingqi raised her head and asked.

    Years ago, she watched her sister Lu Wangshu excel in Talisman Making and wanted to learn it herself, but she couldn’t grasp it.

    She even spent more than half a month seeking guidance from her Aunt Lu Miaoge, and only after usiig her father’s Third-Tier Talisman Pen to try drawing a talisman did she finally accept that she had no talent for Talisman Making.

    It wasn’t the Talisman Pen, talisman paper, or talisman techniques to blame.

    “Little Qi, you’re an unmatched genius in Sword Dao, but cultivating swordsmanship is tough and unnecessary. Just be happy every day.”

    Lu Qingshan looked at the girl for a few moments and then patted her head.

    “Hmph!”

    Lu Qingqi pouted, understanding the meaning behind his words.

    “In cultivating the many skills of immortality, patience and dedication are essential. If you truly wish to learn, with focus and persistence, you’ll naturally excel.”

    Beside her, Lu Qingxian, clad in a green robe with a graceful demeanor, spoke softly.

    Though they were siblings, their ages were similar, and he often acted like an older brother to her.

    “Qingxuan, have you been cultivating any of these skills?”

    Lu Qingshan looked at him and asked.

    Lu Qingxian was the son of Aunt Lu Miaoge, so naturally, Qingghan had a soft spot for him.

    Moreover, he could tell that this brother wasn’t as immature as Lu Qingqi, who still seemed like a child.

    “I’ve studied Dan, Formation, Talisman, and Artifact refining, but I haven’t delved deeply into any of them.”

    Lu Qingxian shook his head as he spoke.

    Developing these skills required a great deal of time, so they were often only supplementary.

    However, his father advised him to focus more on tempering his mind, so he hadn’t chosen to master any specific skill.

    However, recently, the family had obtained a divination inheritance, and he was suddenly interested, wanting to see if he could comprehend it.

    “The skills of immortal cultivation, if you have no interest, aren’t necessary to learn.”

    Lu Qingshan smiled.

    The Golden Sun Sect and Azure Cloud Sect were similar.

    Core true disciples could master these skills if they wished, but it wasn’t mandatory.

    However, as cultivation advanced and one hit a bottleneck, many would begin to study these various skills.

    “Brother Qingshan, do you know anything about divination?”

    Lu Qingxian asked.

    “A diviner?”

    Lu Qingshan was a bit surprised.

    He naturally knew of divination.

    As a Golden Core seed, even his sect would use the Soul Lamp to disrupt the heavenly secrets.

    But divination was very mysterious.

    Even though the Golden Sun Sect had diviners, they were difficult to approach.

    Unlike Alchemy, Formation, Talisman, or Artifact refining that could be learned through the sect or taught by elders.

    “Divination inheritances are rare and the entry is very high.”

    “But learning a little is fine. Even if you have the inheritance, it’s better not to pursue it too deeply.”

    Lu Qingshan explained.

    Divination was not only rare and difficult to master,

    but once mastered, it came with a cost, such as loss of longevity and fortune.

    He had seen a diviner in the Golden Sun Sect, a Foundation Establishment Peak cultivator, but at 150 years old, he was already hunched and decrepit, radiating a lifeless aura.

    “Brother Qingshan, I understand. I was only asking out of curiosity.”

    Lu Qingxian nodded slightly.

    “Eh? Is divination really that rare? Didn’t you have a book on something about luck or fortune?”

    Beside them, Lu Qingqi tilted her head.

    “Hmm, Qingxuan, you have a divination inheritance?”

    Lu Qingshan raised an eyebrow, staring straight at him.

    That gaze made Lu Qingxian feel like he was being seen through. He replied softly, “Our father brought back a book, so I was a little interested and read it in my spare time.”

    “Father brought home a book?”

    Lu Qingshan was surprised.

    Even he couldn’t easily access such a rare inheritance.

    Could it be that their family had such an inheritance?

    But then he thought of his Seven Luminaries Great Freedom Sword Manual, his older brother, the Senior Peach God he had just met, and Lu Lingxiao. It made sense that their family might have a divination inheritance.

    “It’s fine to browse such a text, but don’t get too invested. Don’t let yourself become trapped in it.”

    Lu Qingshan nodded but continued to caution him.

    Although once you master the divination technique, as long as you don’t use it, it won’t shorten your lifespan or destiny.

    But with such a method, how many people can resist using it?

    If you sense some opportunity, danger, or that your family might be in peril, could you hold back from using it?

    Moreover, I’ve heard that if a mistake is made while cultivating in divination, the practitioner could easily fall into madness.

    “I understand, Brother Qingshan.”

    Lu Qingxian smiled and nodded, indicating he wouldn’t act rashly.

    “Peach God, how big is the strength difference between Wangshu and Qingshan?”

    In Sumeru Cave Heaven, Lu Miaoyun looked towards Hong Lian and softly asked.

    “I haven’t seen them go all out, but the odds should be sixty-forty.”

    Hong Lian replied.

    “Sixty-forty?”

    The girls were a bit surprised when they heard this.

    “Wangshu is a Talisman cultivator with Third-Tier Talismans at her disposal. Once she sets up the Talisman Formation, even Qingshan would struggle to break through it.”

    “But Qingshan’s sword energy is sharp. It has a force capable of destroying all laws. If there’s any flaw in Wangshu’s formation and it’s broken, she’ll be in great danger.”

    “So, it’s hard to say who would win in a real fight.”

    That was Hong Lian’s analysis.

    Lu Qingshan’s performance today surprised her, making her marvel at Lu Changsheng’s birth quality and fortune.

    Lu Miaoge nodded after hearinn this and didn’t say anything further.

    She had previously heard from her daughter Lu Qingzhu about Lu Qingshan’s situation.

    She knew that her son was too much of a prodigy, which led to a proud and arrogant personality.

    Today’s battle also showed some of this.

    So she thought of having Lu Wangshu spar with Lu Qingshan, to see if it would temper Qingshan’s character.

    But hearing Hong Lian’s analysis, she knew Wangshu wouldn’t be a match for Qingshan without relying on external items.

    Of course, in a spar, it wouldn’t make sense to overpower him with talismans.

    “Miaoge, if you want to temper Qingshan’s character, let Ping’an spar with him.”

    “Even though Ping’an is older than Qingshan by many years, for Foundation Establishment cultivators, the age difference isn’t significant. Besides, their training time is about the same.”

    Ling Zixiao saw through Lu Miaoge’s thoughts and smilld lightly.

    “Ping’an has specialized in Body Tempering. It might be a bit unfair to Qingshan.”

    Lu Miaohuan immediately chimed in from the side.

    In her eyes, it’s natural for her son to have some arrogance as a Top-Tier genius.

    What genius doesn’t have pride?

    Besides, hasn’t her son performed well enough? Where’s the arrogance in that!

    “When you think about it, it seems Ping’an has the highest talent.”

    At this moment, Lu Miaoyun suddenly chuckled.

    Lu Qingshan is already considered a Top-Tier genius.

    But if you really calculate it, Lu Ping’an is even more extraordinary.

    Hearing this, the girls realized that although Lu Ping’an seemed ordinary, growing up alongside their husband’s guidance, his progress was extremely monstrous.

    “In the future, Lingxiao might still be able to contend with Qingshan.”

    Hong Lian spoke with a gentle and elegant tone.

    In her opinion, although Lu Qingshan was formidable,

    Lu Lingxiao still had many shortcomings.

    Once those flaws were addressed, Lingxiao’s overall strength could advance further. Perhaps he could even compete with Qingshan.

    However, Lu Qingshan’s growth speed was also remarkable.

    Especially his sharp, domineering sword intent. Even Hong Lian couldn’t be sure what kind of opportunity he might encounter in the future or how far he would grow.

    If Lu Lingxiao continues to lag a minor realm behind, he may find it very hard to win against Lu Qingshan.

    As the conversation went on, they began discussing the family’s other children.

    They were well aware of which juniors in the family could reach Foundation Establishment and had good talents.

    Chapter Summary

    Lu Lingxiao and Lu Qingshan have a sparring match, showcasing their strengths. Despite Lu Lingxiao's powerful techniques, Lu Qingshan ultimately wins, revealing his superior sword mastery. Lu Lingxiao realizes he has more to learn. Family members and disciples reflect on the battle, gaining valuable insights. Conversations also reveal a rare divination inheritance within the Lu Family’s possessions, which arouses curiosity but comes with warnings. The chapter discusses the risks and responsibilities of practicing divination, emphasizing its potential dangers. Lu Miaoge thinks about sparriig Lu Qingshan with other family members to temper his arrogance. Hong Lian offers insights into the potential outcomes of their sparring matches, comparing Lu Qingshan's remarkable abilities with those of Lu Ping'an and Lu Lingxiao. The sisters reflect on the family’s talents, recognizing the potential of each member in Foundation Establishment.

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