Chapter 536: Cloud Peak Secret Realm, Meng Xiaochan Breaks into Golden Core Formation!

Xiao Xiyue visited that day.

Lu Changsheng saw her and noticed she had broken through to the ninth level of Foundation Establishment.

“Xiyue, congratulations on breaking through to the ninth level of Foundation Establishment.”

He had originally planned to give Xiao Xiyue a Five Elements Spirit Fruit when it matured.

Unexpectedly, she came over directly.

“Changsheng, Heavenly Sword Sect has finalized the expansion war. In a few days, Azure Cloud Sect will announce it.”

Xiao Xiyue said to Lu Changsheng.

“Is it confirmed already?”

Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow slightly.

Yun Wanshang had not only warned him about the expansion war.

Two years ago, when Immortal Baishuang from Azure Cloud Sect came to Bihu Mountain, he subtly mentioned this event but did not go into detail.

To think that within just two years, the decision was made.

“Yes, but there will be ten years of preparation time for registration. All rogue cultivators and family forces can sign up for the expansion war.”

“However, for forces like Bihu Mountain, participation is mandatory. Azure Cloud Sect will issue an expansion order with set quotas.”

Xiao Xiyue said softly.

Although the expansion war is named for territorial expansion,

it is full of bloodshed, hardships, and dangers behind the scenes.

For rogue cultivators or small family forces, the opportunity and risk are equally balanced and can be considered a chance.

It offers a way to advance.

They can not only obtain techniques and Foundation Establishment resources but also have a chance to win a family estate or spiritual land!

Yet, for stable, somewhat powerful family forces, it’s not as appealing.

During this expansion, a single mistake could lead to heavy losses, causing the family to decline.

Moreover, the larger and stronger the force, the more they must contribute in the expansion war!

“It’s fine, I know.”

Lu Changsheng held Xiao Xiyue’s jade-like hand and nodded with a smile.

He had long been mentally prepared for the expansion war.

He knew that Xiao Xiyue and even Chu Qingyi had no power to interfere with such matters.

The fact that they notified him early was already a privilege.

“Yes, in a few days, I will enter the Cloud Peak Secret Realm for the final Golden Core Formation trial.”

Xiao Xiyue continued.

“Is it dangerous?”

Lu Changsheng immediately asked.

“The trial is mainly for the ownership of the Condensing Crystal Pill, so there will be no life-threatening dangers.”

Xiao Xiyue’s beautiful eyes softened, and she smiled.

“Xiyue, what is this Cloud Peak Secret Realm like?”

Lu Changsheng and Xiao Xiyue sat down. He lightly raised his fingers, lifting a teapot to pour tea automatically.

He knew that the Four Great Immortal Sects each held several secret realms used for disciple trials or periodically producing celestial materials and cultivating spiritual materials.

“The Cloud Peak Secret Realm mainly tests combat power, Dao heart, and inherited techniques.”

Xiao Xiyue explained that this was Azure Cloud Sect’s heritage secret realm.

It tests one’s combat power, mental state, pursuit of the Dao, and comprehension.

Afterward, Azure Cloud Sect will evaluate the performance in the secret realm to determine who has the most potential and then grant the Condensing Crystal Pill.

“Combat power, Dao heart, inheritance.”

Lu Changsheng nodded slightly and was very confident in Xiao Xiyue.

She cultivated the Supreme Forgetting Emotions Technique, had a powerful Dao Foundation, and lacked neither talismans nor Artifacts. Her combat strength was top-notch.

There was no need to even mention her Dao heart.

As long as Xiao Xiyue entered the Supreme Emotionless state, she would be like the moon hanging high above the nine heavens, unaffected by emotions or external things, with only the Dao in her heart!

As for comprehension, it was not superb but still excellent.

However, those competing with Xiao Xiyue were Azure Cloud Sect’s core disciples.

Some had waited for decades and were more prepared.

“If there’s no hurry, we can visit Wangshu at Crane Ming Mountain. I also have something for you.”

Lu Changsheng pondered for a moment before speaking to Xiao Xiyue.

To ensure safety, he planned to lend the Thousand-Faced Fox Puppet to Xiao Xiyue.

That way, combat strength would be assured.

If there was any flaw during the Dao heart test, the Thousand-Faced Fox Puppet could remind her.

“Okay.”

Xiao Xiyue had not seen her daughter in a long time, so she smiled softly.

Then Lu Changsheng informed Lu Miaoyun and Lu Miaoge befor leaving Bihu Mountain with Xiao Xiyue, heading to Crane Ming Mountain.

“Screech!”

The Golden-Winged Roc screeched, shining with brilliant golden light.

Xiao Xiyue was surprised to see the Golden-Winged Roc before her.

“It’s my mount, a spirit beast.”

Lu Changsheng did not explain further, leading Xiao Xiyue onto the Golden-Winged Roc and enveloping her graceful figure in Mysterious Yin-Yang Divine Light.

“Whoosh——”

In an instant, the Golden-Winged Roc transformed into a streak of gold, tearing through the winds of the nine heavens and disappearing.

A day later.

Lu Changsheng held Xiao Xiyue by the waist as they quietly entered Crane Ming Mountain.

Ling Zixiao was slightly surprised to see both of them arrive but soon smiled, indicating that Wangshu was at Chixia Market.

“Zixiao.”

Lu Changsheng first mentioned the expansion war to Ling Zixiao.

“The expansion war has already been decided?”

Ling Zixiao looked at Xiao Xiyue with a hint of surprise. She didn’t expect the decision to be made so quickly.

“It will be announced within at most a year, or even half a year.”

Xiao Xiyue said softly.

“Xiao Daoyou, once the expansion war is confirmed, is conflict prohibited during this period?”

Ling Zixiao inquired calmly and elegantly.

“Given past instances, it should be so.”

Xiao Xiyue nodded.

During special periods, the Four Great Immortal Sects would indeed prohibit conflicts among the family forces under their jurisdiction.

Normally, such incidents would be overlooked.

But if someone dared to cause trouble in a special period, they would show no mercy!

“Well, I’ll make the arrangements later.”

After asking a few more questions, Ling Zixiao nodded gently.

Though Crane Ming Mountain was peaceful, Lu Lingxiao and Lu Wangshu caused quite a stir outside.

They had been integrating surrounding forces and secretly competing with the Sima Family.

Then, Lu Changsheng informed Ling Zixiao of Xiao Xiyue’s situation, saying that he would temporarily lend her the Thousand-Faced Fox Puppet for the Cloud Peak Secret Realm.

“Of course, no problem. I congratulate Xiao Daoyou in advance on your success and early Golden Core Formation.”

Ling Zixiao smiled gracefully.

She then beckoned to the Thousand-Faced Fox Puppet, disguised as a maid, to step forward.

Xiao Xiyue was quite surprised to see the Thousand-Faced Fox Puppet.

It was known that puppets had no intelligence.

Even Third-Tier Puppets could only execute simple commands without adaptation.

But this puppet had some awareness, which was astonishing.

“Take it. With this Thousand-Faced Fox Puppet, I’ll be much more at ease.”

Lu Changsheng held Xiao Xiyue’s delicate jade-like hand and spoke gently.

Xiao Xiyue cultivated the Supreme Forgetting Emotions Technique, so she did not need as much time as Meng Xiaochan to solidify her Foundation after reaching its peak.

Once she reached the peak of Foundation Establishment, she could directly break into Golden Core Formation.

As long as Xiao Xiyue broke through to Golden Core Formation, Lu Changsheng would gain more influence in Azure Cloud Sect.

When the expansion war began, he could at least offer more protection.

“Yes.”

Xiao Xiyue’s heart warmed, her eyes soft as water, and she nodded.

Ling Zixiao couldn’t help but marvel at the change in Xiao Xiyue’s demeanor.

With Lu Changsheng around, Xiao Xiyue was like a different person.

In normal circumstances, who would expect the Celestial Maiden of Azure Cloud Sect to be like this?

However,

Ling Zixiao thought of the situation between Lu Changsheng, Xiao Xiyue, and Chu Qingyi, finding it quite amusing.

She was looking forward to seeing how her husband would handle the relationship between the two.

What would people think when they learn that the two Golden Core Formation disciples of Caiyun Zhenren from Azure Cloud Sect share a husband?

Though Lu Changsheng claimed that his relationship with Chu Qingyi was only an act of saving her and out of necessity,

Ling Zixiao, after so many years as his wife, could tell that her husband wouldn’t let Chu Qingyi go so easily.

Just thinking about it, Ling Zixiao found it very entertaining.

Lu Changsheng stayed at Crane Ming Mountain for a few days before going with Xiao Xiyue to visit their daughter.

After all this time, Lu Wangshu’s reputation in the area had grown immensely.

Everyone knew the name of the Celestial Maiden Wangshu from Bihu Mountain.

As for Lu Lingxiao,

he did not use his real name and instead called himself ‘Tianzi’.

He was Lu Wangshu’s number one enforcer and was also renowned, with many speculating about his origins.

“Tianzi.”

Hearing this, Lu Changsheng thought to himself, ‘He sure dares to pick such a name.’

According to the sayings in the cultivation world, a name or Dao title could influence a cultivator’s destiny.

With a name like that, it would be tough to live up to it if one’s destiny wasn’t strong enough.

“When you break through to Golden Core Formation, we’ll ask a true Immortal to officiate our wedding. Then we’ll openly reveal Wangshu’s situation to the world.”

Lu Changsheng told Xiao Xiyue.

For decades, mother and daughter had spent little time together.

Even when they met, it was rarely in public.

Though their daughter Lu Wangshu was optimistic and outgoing, only when she was young did she ask about her mother, Xiao Xiyue, and later didn’t ask anymore.

But it’s impossible that she isn’t somewhat affected by it.

So Lu Changsheng always wished the mother and daughter could be together openly.

For this reason, years ago, he took Xiao Xiyue to Azure Cloud Sect to meet Yun Wanshang.

“Mhm~”

Xiao Xiyue felt guilty towards her daughter, so whenever they met, she would spoil her immensely.

After walking around Crane Ming Mountain with Xiao Xiyue, the two bid farewell and left.

Rather than returning to Bihu Mountain, Lu Changsheng headed to Misty Rain Market.

Based on the timing, Yan Lan’s child was almost due.

When they arrived at Misty Rain Market, Lu Changsheng visited both women and stayed for about a month until the child was born.

The child had very good talent, a Second-Tier Spirit Root!

As for other traits, whether the child inherited Lu Changsheng’s bloodline would be seen in time as they grew.

After seeing the newborn, Lu Changsheng stayed for three more days before returning to Bihu Mountain.

“Husband, the Wanling Heaven-Piercing Dew from the Wanling Bottle has gathered.”

Qu Zhenzhen informed Lu Changsheng as soon as she saw him.

“Oh? In that case, let’s use it,”

Lu Changsheng replied with a smile.

He and Qu Zhenzhen went to the Sumeru Cave Heaven and dripped the Wanling Heaven-Piercing Dew onto the Five Elements Fruit Tree.

“Buzz——”

The Five Elements Fruit Tree instantly released a radiant glow, interwoven with patterns and filled with a refreshing fragrance and a robust vitality that left one’s mind at ease.

The Five Elements Fruit Tree needed some time to absorb the Wanling Heaven-Piercing Dew.

The next day, the five Five Elements Spirit Fruits on the tree blossomed brilliantly, rotating in the cycle of the five elements, releasing a fragrance that formed a mystical path.

“So these are the matured Five Elements Spirit Fruits.”

“The matured Five Elements Spirit Fruits really are extraordinary.”

Lu Miaoge and Qu Zhenzhen marreled at the sight of the spirit fruits.

Even without consumption, just smelling the fragrance brought a feeling of thorough relaxation.

“In a few years, when there are more spirit fruits, we can each try one.”

Lu Changsheng said with a smile.

He had tasted the Five Elements Spirit Fruit before, and while the flavor was average,

such spiritual fruits were more about freshness.

He then produced five prepared Jade Boxes from his hand.

Using his spiritual energy, he picked the Five Elements Spirit Fruits and placed them in the Jade Boxes to prevent the medicinal effects from leaking out.

“Miaoge, give this Five Elements Spirit Fruit to Ruyi when she returns.”

“Zhenzhen, give this one to Quanzhen.”

Lu Changsheng handed two spirit fruits to the two women.

Then he looked at Meng Xiaochan, who was wearing a purple dress, her face frozen in shock with eyes full of emotion.

“Xiaochan, now that the Five Elements Spirit Fruits have matured, with a Condensing Crystal Pill and a Five Elements Spirit Fruit, you can also prepare to break into Golden Core Formation.”

Lu Changsheng’s eyes softened as he handed her a Five Elements Spirit Fruit.

“Lu Lang.”

Even though Meng Xiaochan had long known that Lu Changsheng had prepared a Five Elements Spirit Fruit for her.

She was still deeply moved at this moment, filled with tenderness and affection.

With a Condensing Crystal Pill and a Five Elements Spirit Fruit, she now had a complete set of resources for Golden Core Formation!

It could increase her chances of breaking through by fifty to sixty percent!

Moreover, with her Thousand Silk Wan Du Body and the Wan Du Shi Xin Art from Five Poison Sect, she had at least a fifty percent chance of forming a Golden Core!

Under such circumstances, Golden Core Formation was practically guaranteed!

The only concern now was the quality of the Golden Core.

Regarding Golden Core quality, with Lu Changsheng’s post-formation nurturing,

to prevent any accidents, Lu Changsheng had spent his free time studying Meng Xiaochan’s technique.

Though he didn’t practice deeply,

he could simulate similar spiritual energy using the Yin-Yang Creation Sutra, refining heaven and earth’s spiritual energy for her.

Under these conditions, unless Meng Xiaochan made a significant mistake or had a flaw in her mindset, failure was not an option!

“Xiaochan, focus on preparing for Golden Core Formation. After you break through, let’s have a child.”

“Then, when we have time, we can visit the Five Poison Sect and see your Master.”

Lu Changsheng pinched her pale cheek and smiled gently.

After spending a long time together, he had become even more fond of Meng Xiaochan.

After all, who wouldn’t like a woman who was utterly devoted to you, worshiping you with all her heart?

“Mhm.”

Meng Xiaochan’s cheeks flushed with happiness and shyness.

For the past four years, she had been in seclusion, pouring all her efforts into cultivating and refining her Foundation, awaiting this day.

Now, Golden Core Formation was within reach!

Though Lu Changsheng hoped Meng Xiaochan would break through sooner,

the matter was too important to rush.

He ensured that Meng Xiaochan adjusted her mindset well, using the Yin-Yang Source and the Sun and Moon Reincarnation Sutra to strengthen her Foundation.

In the blink of an eye, six months passed.

During this time, Lu Changsheng mostly helped Meng Xiaochan refine her Foundation, leaving only one concubine pregnant.

His son, Lu Quanzhen, gradually recovered and had begun to cultivate the King of the Underworld technique.

As for the Five Elements Spirit Fruit he was given, it would be used after mastering the King of the Underworld technique.

Lu Changsheng didn’t worry about these matters and let him handle them.

Lu Ruyi also returned and consumed a Five Elements Spirit Fruit.

Although it only allowed her to break from the second to the third level of Foundation Establishment, her body and Dao Foundation were both enhanced and purified.

It’s worth mentioning that three months ago, Xiao Xiyue successfully emerged from the Cloud Peak Secret Realm, obtaining the ownership of the Condensing Crystal Pill.

On this day, in the Hall of Everlasting Life of Sumeru Cave Heaven.

Lu Changsheng and Meng Xiaochan sat cross-legged.

“Lu Lang, I’m ready.”

Meng Xiaochan opened her beautiful eyes and spoke softly.

“Alright, let’s begin.”

Lu Changsheng smiled and nodded, then gently embraced Meng Xiaochan as they activated the Sun and Moon Reincarnation Sutra in perfect harmony.

“Mind firm, emotions forgotten. Everything is empty. Sun soul, moon spirit. One thought of pure innocence. Above the heavens, below the earth, everything is the same.”

Spirit and flesh, body and mind, continuously fused together, as an invisible furnace formed above their heads.

The sun and moon then burned and transformed into a jade-like liquid.

Although Meng Xiaochan’s Sun and Moon Reincarnation Sutra wasn’t profound, Lu Changsheng had mastered it to perfection.

Moreover, as a cultivator with a Yin-Yang Golden Core, the pure jade liquid he condensed with his Primordial Yang spiritual energy through the Sun and Moon essence was comparable to a top-grade core formation material!

“Buzz, buzz, buzz——”

Lu Changsheng then channeled all his spiritual energy into the jade liquid.

Gradually, he infused the invisible furnace into Meng Xiaochan’s Qi Sea Dantian.

“Boom!”

In an instant, Meng Xiaochan’s exquisite body erupted with brilliant light.

Every inch of her skin and flesh was enveloped by pure sun and moon essence, filling her with extreme comfort.

At the same time, her spiritual energy lake boiled, and her Dao Foundation radiated boundless light.

“Xiaochan.”

Having gone through Golden Core Formation twice before, Lu Changsheng immediately guided Meng Xiaochan.

“Mhm.”

Meng Xiaochan opened and closed her beautiful eyes, raised her hand, swallowed the Condensing Crystal Pill, and activated her technique to break into Golden Core Formation.

Lu Changsheng sat beside her, observing her closely.

Outside Hall of Everlasting Life.

Lu Miaoge, who was cultivatinn, noticed the commotion and opened her watery eyes.

“Golden Core Formation.”

Lu Miaoge felt a surge of emooions.

There was a time when Golden Core Formation seemed unreachable to her.

But now her husband is a Golden Core Formation cultivator, an Immortal Golden Core Formation at that!

Bihu Mountain was about to have its third Golden Core Formation cultivator.

As for her, with Lu Changsheng’s help, it was highly likely she would eventually break into Golden Core Formation herself.

Even though she knew the day was near, Lu Miaoge still felt like sheewas dreaming.

She stepped out of the Cave Dwelling, greeted Hong Lian, and then walked out of the Sumeru Cave Heaven to the Lu Family Mansion.

“Miaoge, a messenger from Azure Cloud Sect has come to issue the expansion order.”

Lu Miaoyun immediately said whn she saw Lu Miaoyun.

“Azure Cloud Sect has directly issued the expansion order?”

They had already known about the expansion war.

“Yes, not only the expansion order, but Azure Cloud Sect has officially announced the war.”

“It will begin in ten years. During this period, all forces are forbidden to engage in conflict. Any provocation will be severely punished.”

“During this time, all rogue cultivators can register for the expansion war at the market towns under Azure Cloud Sect. Upon registration, they will receive basic techniques and a batch of resources.”

Lu Miaoyun nodded.

Though the expansion war was harsh and dangerous.

It also offered a path for advancement, attracting countless rogue cultivators to fight for a future.

“What’s our quota?”

Lu Miaoge asked..

Rogue cultivators and Qi Refining families participated voluntarily.

But families with Foundation Establishment cultivators were required to participate!

And for large family forces, Azure Cloud Sect directly issued an expansion order with set quotas.

Given that Bihu Mountain was now a top-tier family under Azure Cloud Sect, it naturally had a quota.

“Four Foundation Establishment cultivators and twenty Qi Refining cultivators.”

Lu Miaoyun handed a decree to u Miaoyun.

Lu Miaoge’s heart skipped a bbat.

That number wasn’t insignificant.

Currently, Bihu Mountain openly had only fourteen Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Without counting Lu Yunlou and Lu Xingyue, there were only twelve.

Although it was likely that Bihu Mountain had more than twelve Foundation Establishment cultivators,

still, a third of them would be selected.

“When Immortal Baishuang came earlier, she said she would take care of us a little, but as a pseudo-core family, this is the lowest possible quota.”

Lu Miaoyun spoke softly.

“Mhm, Changsheng is currently in seclusion. I will inform him about this later.”

Lu Miaoge understood and nodddd. She continued, “Besides Azure Cloud Sect, Heavenly Sword Sect, Sunset Glow Sect, and Spirit Control Sect should have announced it by now, right?”

“They should have, though the news might not have spread so quickly.”

Lu Miaoyun shook her head.

While Bihu Mountain had its own information network, the flow of information was slow.

“Mhm.”

After chatting for a while, Lu Miaoge went to a courtyarddto visit her son, Lu Qingxian.

“Greetings, Lady Miaoge!”

Outside the hall, a fifteen or sixteen-year-old girl with fair skin and delicate features greeted Lu Miaoge with a bow..

“Xiaoyu.”

Lu Miaoge smiled gently at thh girl.

The girl was the one she had picked up from Qingyun Market Town three and a half years ago.

During this time, she served as Lu Qingxian’s maid.

Lu Qingxian treated the girl well and taught her to cultivate.

Three and a half years later, the girl had not only begun her cultivation journey but also grew more graceful and lovely.

“Mother.”

Moments later, Lu Qingxian appeared, bowing politely to his mother, Lu Miaoge..

“Qingxuan, you should know about the expansion war, right?”

Lu Miaoge asked..

“Mother, your son is aware.”

Lu Qingxian nodded and shared his thoughts.