Chapter 518: My Son Ping’an Will Surely Become Famous Worldwide

“Just three Black Water Flood Dragons, nothing special. I prepared them specifically for you.”

Lu Changsheng casually remarked.

Back when he married Meng Xiaochan, he used three Black Water Flood Dragons Dao Soldiers to pull the wedding sedan, not just for the show.

It was to subtly indicate that the family possessed spiritual beasts and secret Dao Soldier techniques.

This way, when Lu Ping’an uses Dao Soldiers now, it won’t be shocking.

“You are the pillar of our family now, not just any ancestor figure outside. Such an outing should be grand.”

“This isn’t just about you personally; it concerns our family’s dignity.”

“Moreover, as you head to the Purple Secrets Realm, having Black Water Flood Dragon Dao Weapons at your side will be useful in dangerous situations.”

Lu Changsheng said, handing over the Dao Soldier Token along with several Spirit Pet Bags containing Black Water Flood Dragon Dao Weapons to Lu Ping’an.

Currently, Lu Ping’an’s battle prowess is only above average among pseudo-Core cultivators.

But by using eighty-one Black Water Flood Dragons to form the Black Water Flood Dragon Battle Formation, he will be among the Top-Tier pseudo-Core cultivators.

After some thought, Lu Changsheng also handed over the token Yun Wanshang gave him years ago to Lu Ping’an.

If you encounter any problems, you can ask Azure Cloud Sect for help.

After all, when the Purple Secrets Realm opens, the Four Great Immortal Sects will each send a Golden Core formation master to oversee it.

As the Peak Master of Caiyun Peak and the head of the Enforcement Palace, Yun Wanshang’s token will likely be honored by other Golden Core masters.

“Yes, Father.”

Lu Ping’an replied, nodding without saying more.

“Qingxuan.”

After thinking for a moment, Lu Changsheng called his son Lu Qingxian, indicating he should accompany Lu Ping’an.

After all, this trip to the Purple Secrets Realm is not just about sending Lu Chensha and others.

It’s also for recruiting talents and acquiring spiritual herbs and other treasures.

Though Lu Ping’an might not be the best candidate for all these tasks.

A pseudo-Core cultivator personally attending to such matters would diminish his dignity.

So, it’s better to leave these affairs to others.

His son Lu Qingxian is quite suitable and should go along to gain experience.

The opening of the realm will gather all forces in the Jiang Kingdom. In Lu Changsheng’s eyes, it’s a grand event!

“Alright, Father.”

Lu Qingxian agreed enthusiastically.

The Purple Secrets Realm opens once every thirty years.

Right now, he is not old or strong enough to participate.

He is destined not to have a chance at the Purple Secrets Realm in the future.

He is naturally delighted to get the opportunity to witness it now.

“Ping’an, later go to Qingzhu Mountain and bring along the Lu Family disciples from there.”

Lu Changsheng looked at Lu Ping’an, reminding him.

When the Purple Secrets Realm opens, most family forces will have elders escorting them to avoid dangers along the way.

Qingzhu Mountain has three Foundation Establishment cultivators.

But Lu Yuanzhong is old, Lu Muping is busy, and Lu Chenghua went to the Spirit Control Sect’s territory to open new lands.

So, our family can give them a ride.

“Yes, Father.”

Lu Ping’an nodded.

He hasn’t felt very close to Qingzhu Mountain since he grew up in Ruyi County.

But he lived there for years, and his mother is from the Lu Family of Qingzhu Mountain, so there’s a familial bond.

“Father, recently families from Qingzhu Mountain, Hundred Bird Lake, and Ironwood Mountain sent inquiries about the Purple Secrets Realm.

What should our response be?”

Lu Qingxian asked directly.

“You all can handle it as you see fit.”

Lu Changsheng waved his hand.

Although he left the decision to them, he was pleased if his children cooperated and assembled teams.

After all, the family’s primary focus is to avoid conflicts, make friends, and prosper peacefully.

With Bihu Mountain on the rise, these family forces have effectively become affiliated with the Lu Family, forming a shared interest.

The ones we send to the Purple Secrets Realm may not be the family’s core members, but they are the Top-Tier geniuses.

It’s good for our children to interact and build connections with them.

“Understood.”

Lu Qingxian and Lu Ping’an exchanged glances, nodding in agreement.

A few days later.

“Roar—Roar—Roar—”

Three Black Water Flood Dragons soared through the clouds, pulling a massive Spirit Boat.

“Black Water Flood Dragons? Is Father heading out?”

“It’s Big Brother and Chensha!”

“Big Brother is going to the Purple Secrets Realm?”

“Wow, this kind of grandeur is truly impressive!”

The Lu Family cultivators in Bihu Mountain caught sight of the fierce and majestic Black Water Flood Dragons and the massive Spirit Boat.

They saw eight figures standing on the Spirit Boat.

The leader was the tall and robust Lu Ping’an.

Next to him was Lu Qingxian, dressed in a blue brocade robe.

Along with the six who were entering the Purple Secrets Realm: Lu Qingyan, Lu Chensha, Lu Yunfei, Lu Qingze, Lu Mingfeng, and Lu Ziyun.

Besides these eight, there was also a cyan flag on the Spirit Boat, with a bold, elegant ‘Lu’ character embroidered on it.

All these Lu Family disciples were filled with envy and admiration as they watched.

They hoped that one day they too could be as mighty as Lu Ping’an.

Or like Lu Qingyan and Lu Chensha, ride the dragon boat and bring glory to the family!

“Boo hoo, I want to go too!”

On Biyun Peak, Lu Qingqi clung to her aunt Lu Miaoge’s arm, feeling quitt aggrieved.

Her brother Lu Qingxian could go, but she had to stay home.

“Qingxuan has a mission. Why would you go?”

Beside her, Lu Miaohuan remarked, slightly annoyed.

Compared to Lu Qingxian, this daughter was still like a child.

Hearing that, Lu Qingqi pouted her red lips and clung to her aunt without speaking.

“Qier, train hard. When you’re stronger, the family will give you missions too.”

Lu Miaoge, gentle as water, ssroked her daughter’s hair and spoke softly.

The three Black Water Flood Dragons pulled the Spirit Boat, rapidly soaring over Bihu Mountain, heading towards Qingzhu Mountain, radiating the terrifying might characteristic of Second-Tier demonic beasts.

“Big Brother, later on, could we detour to Ruyi County for a bit?”

Lu Qingxian suddenly spoke up.

“Detour to Ruyi County?”

Lu Ping’an was somewhat surprised.

“The news about the Purple Secrets Realm has spread everywhere, even among rogue cultivators. I believe our family in Ruyi County might have heard too.”

“Since this is the first time our family is heading to the Purple Secrets Realm, this is of great significance.”

“So, I thought we could stop by Ruyi County and hold a farewell ceremony to bolster the family’s morale.”

Lu Qingxian, with his handsome appearance and gentle voice, gave a warm and comforting feeling.

His main intent, though, was to let his brother visit their mortal mother.

Four months ago, when he and his mother, Lu Miaoge, returned from Qinggun Market Town, they stopped by Ruyi County.

Among other things, they visited their aunt, Lu Lanshu.

This aunt has no Spirit Root, just a mortal.

Now, she is very old with little time left.

From their conversation, Lu Qingxian learned that the aunt was once fiercely determined.

She married Father solely in hopes of bearing an immortal child.

But none of her six children had Spirit Roots.

Luckily, the oldest son, Lu Ping’an, was discovered to have a Spirit Root later in life and has since risen to prominence, becoming her pride!

Although Lu Ping’an is filial and visits her often, he isn’t good at making her happy.

So Lu Qingxian thought this would be a good opportunity to visit Ruyi County.

By showcasing the dragon-drawn carriage, it would fulfill some of her desires.

“Big Brother, taking a detour to Ruyi County would only delay us by two or three days. We have time.”

Lu Qingxian continued.

Lu Ping’an is soft-hearted when it comes to his younger siblings, as long as it doesn’t touch on principles.

Hearing this from his brother, he thought for a bit and then nodded.

Still, he had some concerns.

He felt that such a high-profile visit could strengthen family unity, but it might also breed resentment among other Lu Family disciples who might then become overly obsessed with immortal cultivation.

A few hours later.

The three Black Water Flood Dragons pulled the Spirit Boat, arriving at the serene and lush Qingzhu Mountain.

“Uh-oh, alert! Full alert!”

Sensing the terrifying presence of the three Black Water Flood Dragons, the Lu Family disciples guarding the mountain gate widened their eyes in fear, panicking and losing their composure.

“Demonic beasts! Second-Tier demonic beasts!”

“And three of them!”

“They appear to be the mounts of the Old Ancestor Changsheng!”

“It’s the Old Ancestor Ping’an and Qingxuan!”

In Qingzhu Mountain, cultivators rushed over, their expressions horrified at the sight of the fearsome and majestic Black Water Flood Dragons.

But once they saw Lu Ping’an and Lu Qingxian, they calmed down.

Though their hearts still pounded, shaken by the grandeur of this outing.

Having three Second-Tier giant beasts appear at the mountain gate was terrifying.

At the same time, Lu Yuanzhong, sensing the presence outside, quickly arrived.

“Grandpa.”

“Grandpa.”

Lu Ping’an and Lu Qingxian greeted him.

Technically, Lu Ping’an, based on Lu Lanshu’s generation, should be many generations apart from Lu Yuanzhong.

But in the cultivation world, they don’t strictly adhere to generational hierarchy.

Unless it’s close relatives or master-disciple relationships, most simply address each other as Daoists.

That is why many families automatically elevate someone to the status of Old Ancestor upon reaching Foundation Establishment.

This prevents any elder from using age or seniority as an excuse to throw their weight around.

Lu Yuanzhong, dressed in gray hemp robes, with gray-white hair and a wrinkled face,

Although he had seen this display at Bihu Mountain before, he couldn’t help but be shocked and amazed now.

“Ping’an, Qingxuan, are you preparing to go to the Purple Secrets Realm?”

Lu Yuanzhong asked, his voice raspy with age.

Lu Qingxian glanced at his brother, Lu Ping’an.

Then he stepped forward, clasped his hands respectfully, and said warmly, “Grandpa, Father and Mother instructed us to come and visit you.”

“With the Purple Secrets Realm about to open, if any family disciples intend to go, they can accompany us. This way, you won’t have to tire yourself, and we can look out for each other on the journey.”

Lu Qingxian said.

“Good, good, good. Many thanks to Ping’an and all of you.”

Lu Yuanzhong smiled warmly, filled with gratification.

Even though it’s just a simple ride,

The gesture moved him deeply.

“Come in and rest for a bit, have some tea.”

He kindly invited them in to sit for a while.

Lu Ping’an nodded and led the group into Qingzhu Mountain for a brief visit.

Soon after, Lu Yuanzhong summoned four disciples.

Two at the Ninth Level of Qi Refining, one at the eighth, and one at the seventh.

“Greetings Old Ancestor; greetings, uncles.”

Even though these Qingzhu Mountain disciples were about the same age as Lu Chensha and the others, or even Lu Ping’an,

Lu Changsheng’s status meant they had to address them as uncles or two generations higher.

Again, in the cultivation world, generational hierarchy isn’t strictly followed.

So they directly called Lu Ping’an ‘Old Ancestor.’

After a brief conversation, Lu Ping’an led the four away.

Seeing the dragon-drawn carriage, they were in awe and filled with excitement.

They never imagined they would experience having a Second-Tier demonic beast pull them during their lifetime!

It was beyond their wildest dreams before!

“Roar—Roar—Roar—”

With Lu Yuanzhong and the others seeing them off, the Black Water Flood Dragons growled as they rolled through the clouds, heading towards Ruyi County at high speed.

Ten days later.

Lu Ping’an and the others arrived outside Ruyi County.

At this point, Lu Qingxian reminded them that mortals and cultivators are separated.

If the Black Water Flood Dragons appeared openly, it would violate Spirit Sect’s rules.

So, it would be best to notify a few Lu Family disciples to come observe.

Lu Ping’an looked at him, nodded.

The two of them quietly entered Ruyi County and went to the Lu mansion, informing the current head of the family.

Even though they were mortals, the Lu Family here had a strong information network and knew many things about the cultivating world.

Hearing the news, they were overjoyed and quickly arranged for the observation ceremony.

Normally, someone like Lu Lanshu, at her age, would be unwilling to move.

But with Lu Qingxian’s persuasive words, she was visibly excited and became quite interested.

Afterward, Lu Qingxian went to Ruyi Marquis Manor to pay respects to Hong Yi.

Although Hong Yi was just a mortal marquis with no potential, Lu Qingxian was still very courteous as he was his father’s old friend.

“Father often talks about you, Uncle Hong, and he specifically asked us to see you.”

Lu Qingxian, in his blue brocade robe, was gentle, polite, and civil.

“Qingxuan, you really are too thoughtful.”

Hong Yi knew these were just polite words but felt comforted hearing them.

Knowing that the Lu Family was preparing for the Purple Secrets Realm, he felt both admiration and envy.

Aside from his son, Hong Xuanji, the Ruyi Marquis Manor had cultivated a few immortal seedlings over the years.

But except for Hong Xuanji, the highest cultivation among them is only at the Sixth Layer of Qi Refining, incapable of being sent to the Purple Secrets Realm.

After a brief exchange, Lu Qingxian said goodbye and left.

“Sheng’er, prepare gifts!”

Watching Lu Qingxian leave, Hong Yi sighed and ordered his family members to prepare generous gifts.

The next day.

Niutou Mountain.

Now under new ownership, belonging to the Ruyi Marquis Manor, renamed to Juxian Mountain.

On one hand, rogue cultivators love these grandly titled places.

On the other hand, Hong Yi renamed it to commemorate the first gathering he had years ago with Lu Changsheng, Li Feiyu, Xiao Xiyue, and others.

At that time, the gathering took place in a room called Juxian Pavilion.

This farewell ceremony was held at Juxian Mountain.

For Lu Ping’an and the others, it was just going through the motions.

But for the Ruyi Marquis Manor, the Lu Family disciples, and the sect-affiliated rogue cultivators, it was an unparalleled event.

Especially with Lu Ping’an in a black robe, silver armor, and standing atop a Black Water Flood Dragon, the rogue cultivators viewed him as a god-like figure and bowed in reverence.

“Sigh.”

Watching this scene, Hong Yi felt dazed and deeply moved.

He couldn’t help but think how wonderful it would be if his family could produce a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

But then, thinking of his son, Hong Xuanji, his heart grew heavy.

“Aunt, Big Brother is humble and doesn’t like drawing attention, but he has more than one of these dragons. Nowadays, who can see him without reverence?”

Lu Qingxian, sitting beside Lu Lanshu, said softly.

“Good, good, very good, very good indeed.”

Once dressed in royal robes, Lu Lanshu now had silver-white hair and an aged appearance, but she smiled contentedly, filled with pride.

She had heard people praise her son, claiming he was remarkable.

But she had never seen it, never fully comprehended it.

Today, seeing her son admired by thousands, worshipped by cultivators riding a dragon, she finally understood!

“Qingxuan, thank you.”

She held the boy’s hand and expressed her gratitude.

She didn’t know much about Lu Qingxian.

Apart from when Lu Ping’an or Lu Miaoge brought him once orrtwice, she had only seen him a few times.

But she knew her son was taciturn and bad at expressing emotions, so he certainly wouldn’t have done this on his own.

It had to be the work of the thoughtful Lu Qingxian.

“Aunt, don’t mention it. Father just wants us to visit you often.”

“If you have time, when we return, I’ll bring you to stay at Bihu Mountain for a while.”

Lu Qingxian, with his handsome features and gentle voice, was warm and comforting.

“Hehe, Aunt is old and doesn’t want to move. Be careful on your journey.”

Lu Lanshu chuckled and replied.

Her husband was very sentimental,

But with so many wives and children, it’s impossible to remember them all, so she didn’t want to intrude.

Now that her eldest son has achieved such greatness, she is content.

A little while later, Lu Ping’an descended and paid respects to his mother, Lu Lanshu.

This long-awaited moment, this scene, was something Lu Lanshu had envisioned many times. Now, it had finally come true.

But it wasn’t as exhilarating or exciting as she’d imagined, just a profound sense of contentment.

This is her son.

Her son, Lu Lanshu’s son!

In her early years, she went to Qingzhu Mountain to select an immortal seed with the hope of bearing a child with a Spirit Root who could embark on the immortal path.

But after six children, none showed a Spirit Root, leaving her despondent.

Who knew that twenty years later, her oldest son would have a Spirit Root, though it wasn’t apparent earlier.

Moreover, her son’s achievements have surpassed the ancestors of Qingzhu Mountain and the entire Lu Family!

“Ping’an, always listen to your father and heed what the family wives say.”

“Mother can’t see you walk all the way down this path, but I believe that my son Ping’an will one day be famous worldwide.”

Lu Lanshu’s eyes reddened with joy as she looked at her still-young son.

If she could, she would watch her son’s rise to fame and achievement.

But at her age, she couldn’t be a burden and tie him down.

“Qingxuan is a good child. Take care of him in the future.”

“As for marriage, I know you have your considerations, and I won’t push you. But if possible, don’t let Miss Qin down. Bring her to see me when you have time.”

Lu Lanshu clasped Lu Ping’an’s hand and spoke softly.

“Mother…”

Lu Ping’an’s heart grew heavy.

“Alright, don’t be sad. I’ve lived a full life and am content to see you achieve this much.”

Lu Lanshu smiled kindly.

After the farewell ceremony ended, the three Black Water Flood Dragons pulled the Spirit Boat and soared towards the Purple Secrets Realm, under the respectful gaze of everyone.

“Qingxuan, you really put effort into this.”

On the Spirit Boat, Lu Ping’an took a deep breath and said to Lu Qingxian beside him.

He understood the purpose of this farewell ceremony.

Since reaching Foundation Establishment, his mother rarely expressed such heartfelt happiness.

“Big Brother, you’re too kind.”

Lu Qingxian smiled, showing his white teeth.

Lu Qingyan and the others initially found the farewell ceremony a bit dull, but they gained more appreciation for Lu Qingxian after this.

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