Chapter 607: Chapter 607: Ethereal Body, Mastering the Power of the Void, Golden Scale Flood Dragon!

“Xiyue.”

Upon returning to camp, Lu Changsheng found his wife, Xiao Xiyue, and mentioned that he had other matters to attend to later during the Venomous Dragon Pool battle.

He said he would use an avatar to accompany her and asked her to be more cautious during this time.

“What is it? Is there danger involved?”

Xiao Xiyue asked with concern.

“There won’t be any danger. I just met with Qingluan Zhenren earlier to discuss a cooperation. Later, I will help Qingluan Immortal City to eliminate the Two-Headed Flood Dragon.”

Lu Changsheng did not hide anything from Xiao Xiyue and said directly.

“Qingluan Zhenren!? Eliminating the Two-Headed Flood Dragon!”

Xiao Xiyue was surprised.

When Lu Changsheng said he was going to meet a friend earlier, she was puzzled.

As if that friend was inconvenient to meet in public, why meet in private?

She didn’t expect this friend to be Qingluan Zhenren!

“Yes, besides being the new City Lord of Da Mengze Immortal City, I have another identity called ‘Yangming Zhenren.'”

“I met Qingluan Zhenren in our previous encounter. During the conference, she recognized me and hoped I would aid Qingluan Immortal City.”

Lu Changsheng explained the situation to Xiao Xiyue.

“This”

Even though Xiao Xiyue knew Lu Changsheng’s identity as the City Lord of Da Mengze Immortal City and knew of his incredible combat power,

she didn’t expect Lu Changsheng to have such an identity, to even associate with a Nascent Soul True Lord.

At this moment, she felt a mix of emotions, finding it difficult to keep up with Lu Changsheng’s pace.

“Rest assured, there won’t be any danger.”

Lu Changsheng thought she was worried about him, and warmly held Xiao Xiyue’s soft hand.

Then, a pure white orb flew from above his head, forming an avatar that was identical to him in appearance, aura, and demeanor.

It was the Three-Treasure Avatar.

“Buzz, buzz, buzz—”

The spiritual energy aura of the Three-Treasure Avatar flowed slightly, instantly stabilizing at the Golden Core stage, looking almost identical to Lu Changsheng.

“This is my avatar. It is under my full control. However, during this time, I cannot focus on everything as usual, so I need your reminders.”

Lu Changsheng introduced to Xiao Xiyue.

The Three-Treasure Avatar had a drawback, as it couldn’t monitor the surroundings for dangers as constantly as himself with the Taiyi Soul.

Especially when his real body was busy, he couldn’t focus on both sides simultaneously.

“This technique is truly marvelous.”

Xiao Xiyue calmed her emotions, examining the avatar before her, visibly impressed with its resemblance to the ‘avatar’ magical ability in legend.

Even with her Supreme Forgetting Emotions Technique connecting her soul closely with Lu Changsheng, she felt this avatar was incredibly realistic, its aura nearly identical to Lu Changsheng’s except for the soul.

She used her spells to examine the avatar but found she couldn’t see through it.

“I achieved this with the help of a Rare Treasure. Normally, it won’t be an issue.”

Lu Changsheng explained about the Three-Treasure Avatar’s situation and then handed a stack of Third-Tier Talismans to Xiao Xiyue, suggesting she be more careful.

Three days later.

Qingluan Zhenren sent a message to Lu Changsheng, stating that the matter regarding the Monster Core of the Two-Headed Flood Dragon had been settled but required an equivalent trade.

Then, they met, and Qingluan Zhenren handed a list to Lu Changsheng, listing the needs of the Heavenly Sword Sect.

Lu Changsheng glanced at the list.

What the Heavenly Sword Sect required was nothing more than Nascent Soul resources, high-grade sword materials, or Natural Treasures to enhance the formation of Golden Cores.

“When the pioneering war ends, Changsheng Comrade could talk in detail with True Sword, and I will act as the intermediary.”

Qingluan Zhenren, donning a luxurious azure robe, spoke with charisma.

For such transactions, it’s best for both parties to negotiate directly.

Relying solely on her as a go-between is inconvenient and unlikely to leave both parties satisfied.

“Alright, trouble Qingluan Comrade.”

Lu Changsheng cupped his hands in thanks.

He was determined to obtain the Monster Core of the Two-Headed Flood Dragon.

Once he acquired this Monster Core, the Splitting-Sea Profound Whale would have a chance to evolve into the Sea-Splitting Profound Dragon Whale, quickly breaking through to the fourth tier!

Once the Sea-Splitting Profound Dragon Whale reaches the fourth tier, Da Mengze would completely become his domain.

He would have the confidence to converse with the Heavenly Sword Sect and not fear the neighboring Star Sea.

He could even rely on the Sea-Splitting Profound Dragon Whale to explore the Star Sea, searching for the Nascent Soul Pill opportunities!

“Does Yangming Zhenren need my assistance in informing the Azure Cloud Sect?”

Qingluan Zhenren asked.

She deduced that Lu Changsheng didn’t want the identity of ‘Changsheng Realman’ to attract too much trouble.

If he disappeared from the battlefield, it would inevitably draw attention.

“I have plans in place for this. Yangming Zhenren will make an appearance as planned.”

Lu Changsheng said with a smile.

He was transferring the spiritual energy of the Three-Treasure Transformation Pearl into the ‘Nine-Nine Mysterious Talisman Scripture.’

When the time came, the Three-Treasure Transformation Pearl would turn into ‘Changsheng Realman,’ moving with Xiao Xiyue and others while he, himself, transformed into Yangming Zhenren.

This would not only avoid suspicion but also allow him to perform well in front of Qingluan Zhenren.

Afterwards, seeing Changsheng Realman and Yangming Zhenren appear together, she would have more guesses and caution about his situation, convinced that he was a Nascent Soul True Lord reincarnated with possession, possibly possessing abilities like the avatar.

The more she was wary of him, the less likely she was to become hostile!

“Alright, see you then.”

With that, Qingluan Zhenren nodded, took a step, creating ripples in the space around her, and disappeared.

“Walking through the void is truly convenient.”

Lu Changsheng watched Qingluan Zhenren traverse the void with envy.

Among the divine abilities of Nascent Soul cultivators, he favored the ability to travel through the void, breaking free from this world at will.

Unfortunately, he failed to grasp the power of the void through the Void Crystal earlier.

Otherwise, he might have already shattered the vacuum, created a Region, and acquired some simple teleportation abilities.

He shook his head and turned his attention back to the list in his hand.

“Exchanging for this fourth-tier Monster Core won’t be easy.”

“Fourth-tier rare sword materials are ample if I trade with Primordial Yellow Essence, but as a fifth-tier spiritual material, it’s extremely rare. Even a small amount would attract trouble.”

“The Seven Luminaries Great Freedom Sword Manual is surely desired by the Heavenly Sword Sect, but such a technique shouldn’t be shared.”

Lu Changsheng pondered over what treasures he currently had for trade.

Regarding Nascent Soul spiritual items, he owned a Baby-Nurturing Flower.

This flower is a top-grade Nascent Soul spiritual item.

While he would need it in the future, he didn’t mind trading it currently.

A single Baby-Nurturing Flower was far from enough.

The value of a Break-Demon Pill was significantly higher, yet he couldn’t bear to trade it.

After all, Nascent Soul spiritual items could be foregone, but the spirit pill for safely crossing the Heart Demon Tribulation was a must-have!

“No matter the state of the Heavenly Sword Sect, it remains a sect focused on nurturing Golden Core cultivators. A High-Tier Golden Core is an unparalleled treasure that significantly enhances the quality of Golden Core formation.”

“Two or three Five Elements Spirit Fruits, coupled with a Baby-Nurturing Flower, top-grade Third-Tier Talismans, and a few Third-Tier Monster Cores, should be of equivalent worth.”

“If needed, I could supplement with additional spiritual materials like Void Crystals, Blue Ghost Sea Insects, and True Spirit Essence Blood. With Qingluan Zhenren as the intermediary, the Heavenly Sword Sect wouldn’t extort.”

Lu Changsheng mused internally.

While he possessed many valuable items, those suitable for trading with the Heavenly Sword Sect were few.

After all, what he couldn’t use himself, the Heavenly Sword Sect wouldn’t value.

“Still, a bit strapped for resources.”

Lu Changsheng sighed to himself.

At that moment, a system prompt rang in his mind.

[Congratulations, host, a Spirit Body descendant is born; awarded one lottery draw]

[Detecting conflicting Spirit Body effect. Would you like to merge?]

“Ah, Spirit Body? A Spirit Body in the family!?”

Lu Changsheng was taken aback.

Decades had passed, and the third generation of the Lu Family was gradually improving,

but only in improvement.

Except for the luminescent ancestor tomb which produced top genius Lu Xuangen, no other Spirit Body or High-Tier Spirit Root talents had emerged.

Today, one finally appeared.

“Truly, there is strength in numbers.”

Lu Changsheng’s mood immediately brightened as he looked at his system panel displaying this descendant’s Spirit Body.

[Pseudo Ethereal Body (Low Tier Spirit Body)]

“Ethereal Body!?”

Lu Changsheng was surprised.

Although this Spirit Body was of medium grade, it was far rarer compared to his son Lu Qingshan’s Geng Metal Spirit Body and Lu Qingyue’s Green Wood Spirit Body.

Because this Spirit Body allowed for twice the achievement with half the effort in space-related spells, and enabled early mastery of the power of the void!

This power of the void is emblematic of Nascent Soul True Lords, something even Lu Changsheng hadn’t comprehended yet.

“If only it were a top-grade Spirit Body, the [Void Body] would have been great. A medium grade one counts as low tier for me, providing minimal enhancement.”

Lu Changsheng felt a bit regretful.

For his children, he could gain the full enhancement.

But the third generation received only fifty percent, and the fourth generation even less.

“Whose child is this?”

With experience, Lu Changsheng accessed the Lu Clan Genealogy to find the newborn.

Otherwise, locating a baby among the Lu Family’s several thousand descendants wasn’t easy.

After a while, Lu Changsheng found a newborn under his son Lu Yun’s sixty-four descendants.

[Name: Lu Xuanzhu]

[Lifespan: 1/91]

[Spirit Root: Fourth-Tier Ethereal Body (Medium Spirit Body)]

[Cultivation: None]

[Talent: Space (41%)]

“It’s Yun’r’s child.”

Lu Changsheng was slightly surprised.

He had some knowledge about his son Lu Yun’s situation.

After failing to establish Foundation, watching siblings succeed one by one, he inevitably felt defeated.

So he chose the Heaven and Earth Longevity Technique, thinking if he couldn’t do it, then his gifted children would.

But having genius children wasn’t easy.

Even with many willing to marry Lu Yun, no genius had been born.

“Fourth-Tier Spirit Root with an Ethereal Body, somewhat of a small genius.”

Although such aptitude was ordinary to the Ancestor,

in a Spirit Sect, it was a Golden Core seed.

“However, methods suitable for an Ethereal Body are extremely rare, without matching techniques, all is wasted.”

Lu Changsheng thought of another issue.

Many rare Spirit Bodies would remain mediocre without proper sect, power, or inheritance.

Much like his daughter Lu Mengchan’s Calamity Poison Body.

After discussing with Meng Xiaochan, he allowed his daughter to cultivate normally and would consider the poison techniques later when awakening the Calamity Poison Body.

“System, merge!”

After pondering, Lu Changsheng merged the Ethereal Body with his Chaos Body.

Moments later, he understood the effects of the Ethereal Body in detail.

Space-related techniques became much more efficient, and the power of space-related spells increased.

Furthermore, talent in space-related techniques saw some enhancement.

“The effects truly are straightforward. Can’t expect much from medium and low-grade Spirit Bodies.”

Once the Ethereal Body’s effects perfectly integrated with his Chaos Body, Lu Changsheng shook his head.

But after thinking, he retrieved a fist-sized silver-white crystal mineral from the Heaven and Earth Binding Shadow Belt.

“Buzz—”

As spiritual energy entered the Void Crystal, the silver mineral emitted invisible ripples, shaking the space.

Within the mineral, ancient runes interwove, forming mystical patterns.

Observing these patterns producing spatial ripples, Lu Changsheng suddenly experienced many mysterious insights.

Void Power!

This is Void Power!

“Buzz!”

Between his brows, his Taiyi Soul, transformed into a small golden figure, further comprehended the Void Power and spatial fluctuations.

What seemed impossible to grasp became increasingly clear, leading to deeper understanding and insight into the Void Power.

After a long time, Lu Changsheng directed his Divine Sense into the Void Crystal again.

It felt like an endless space filled with darkness and silence, stripping one of all senses.

“Wuxiang Treasure Wheel, Wuxiang Domain!”

This Void Power immediately reminded Lu Changsheng of his Magical Treasure—the Wuxiang Treasure Wheel.

Using his Divine Sense, he linked this treasure and understood the characteristics of void through its domain.

Time passed gradually this way.

“Changsheng.”

It was unclear how long had passed when Xiao Xiyue’s cold and pleasant voice called, signaling the start of the pioneering war.

“Hmm? Is it already time for the pioneering war?”

The last battle was provided with a month for rest and preparation.

Lu Changsheng had not expected that a month passed as he immersed himself in his understanding of Void Power.

Indeed, cultivation knows no time.

For Golden Core cultivators, feeling and practicing techniques spans years.

“The Great Tao is like an abyss, the origin of everything, bright and unshakable.”

Lu Changsheng opened his eyes, silvery threads of light flowing in his palm, causing slight spatial ripples.

After these days, he had begun to grasp the path of space.

After returning, given time to settle, he could attempt to shatter the vacuum, capture Void Power, condense space fragments, and elevate his Domain to a Region.

Additionally, he discovered several advantages of spatial power.

It could obscure his spiritual energy fluctuations.

This method surpasses many techniques or secret spells used to conceal one’s cultivation and spiritual energy.

Moreover, there’s the instant movement divine ability, combining spells and the Void Power.

For example, his Yin-Yang Grand Capture saw its captive power further enhanced!

Though these insights were mere inklings, completely mastering and utilizing them would require time.

“Ha, such a trivial spatial matter, how hard could it be?”

Lu Changsheng put away the Void Crystal with a chuckle, then stood up and stepped forward.

“Changsheng, the pioneering war is starting.”

Xiao Xiyue softly spoke upon seeing Lu Changsheng.

“Okay.”

Lu Changsheng responded, and the Three-Treasure Avatar appeared.

Although the avatar’s spiritual energy hadn’t fully converted into the ‘Nine-Nine Mysterious Talisman Scripture,’ posing as the Golden Core stage of Changsheng Realman was not an issue.

Lu Changsheng tossed a Storage Ring to the Three-Treasure Avatar and then said to Xiao Xiyue: “Xiyue, I’ll rely on you next.”

“Hmm~”

Xiao Xiyue’s cold but stunning face broke into a gentle smile as she led the Three-Treasure Avatar to join the Azure Cloud Sect.

Watching Xiao Xiyue leave, Lu Changsheng placed the Illusionary Mask on his brow.

The jade stone emitted dream-like radiance, forming a misty veil over his handsome face, transforming him into a dignified and scholarly middle-aged man.

At the same time, the blood and spiritual energy sealed by the Nine Treasures Dao Bone surged, gradually awakening.

His tall frame displayed fierce and domineering golden armor, engraved with dragon and tiger motifs.

Golden Tiger Dragon Armor!

During the year at the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range, his five children at home became second-tier Spirit Plant Masters, and his grandson Lu Xuanyu successfully broke through to Foundation Establishment, earning two ordinary draws.

He obtained the High-Grade Magical Treasure—Golden Tiger Dragon Armor! Along with a fringe cultivation technique—Cold Flame Truewater Evil Skill!

“Oh right, there’s another draw.”

Lu Changsheng thought of the recently awarded draw, and with a thought.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you’ve received a ‘Golden Scale Flood Dragon’ cub!]

[Reward has been sent to the system space. The host can view it anytime.]

“Flood Dragon.”

Lu Changsheng shook his head, finding it of no use.

In his earlier years, he longed for a Flood Dragon Spirit Pet for transportation or crafting into Black Water Flood Dragon Dao Weapons.

But having reached the Golden Core stage, these formerly precious rewards became essentially useless, especially such a young beast.

He no longer held much hope for ordinary draws, planning to keep the Flood Dragon at home for casual upbringing.

“Buzz!”

Lu Changsheng activated Qingluan Zhenren’s Communication Talisman, then cast the ‘Reversal Yin-Yang Glazed Wall,’ heading towards her location.

Previously, with this ability, those below Nascent Soul couldn’t discern his whereabouts.

Now that his Chaos Body merged with the Ethereal Body effect, having initially mastered the power of Void, the ability saw a noticeable enhancement.

Once his Void Power matured, and his Domain advanced to a Region, these divine abilities could possibly elevate a level.

Moments later, Lu Changsheng arrived at the Qingluan Immortal City camp, seeing a prominent, radiant azure noble Qingluan bird hovering majestically.

On this Qingluan bird stood a tall, curvaceous, and beautifully armored woman, radiating dazzling brilliance.

Her mature face with sharp features suggested a cold and solemn warrior goddess, compelling an instinct to submit at her feet.

“Indeed, Jiang Kingdom’s foremost rogue cultivator, such an extraordinary aura.”

Lu Changsheng had only seen Qingluan Zhenren in ordinary attire daily.

Now, seeing her armored and dignified, he was once again amazed.

This was a woman wickedly tempting for conquest!

Or perhaps, the desire to subdue a high fairy or goddess was a dark longing in every man’s heart.

“Yangming Comrade.”

Qingluan Zhenren’s star-like eyes glanced at Lu Changsheng hidden in the void, calling out with a slight smile, her eyes subtly seductive.

“Apologies for keeping Zhenjun waiting.”

Lu Changsheng dispersed his ‘Reversal Yin-Yang Glazed Wall,’ revealing his golden armored stature, cupping his fists.

Upon seeing Lu Changsheng, the cultivators below appeared astonished.

They didn’t know when Lu Changsheng arrived, yet he warranted ‘comrade’ status from Qingluan Zhenren, waiting.

“Since Comrade has arrived, let’s proceed.”

Qingluan Zhenren was curious as to why Yangming Zhenren wasn’t riding his golden roc.

Yet, without further questioning, she signaled all Golden Core and False Core Realman to enter the Venomous Dragon Pool.

In this battle, Qingluan Immortal City held the weakest strength.

Besides Qingluan Zhenren, she had two Golden Core and seven False Core Realmen.

This was due to the pioneering war, where favorable conditions attracted supportive cultivators.

Otherwise, after a major purge, Qingluan Immortal City severely lacked high-end combat power, solely relying on Qingluan Zhenren.

“Please wait a moment, Zhenjun.”

Lu Changsheng glanced at Qingluan Zhenren’s mount, the azure Qingluan bird, nearing the fourth tier.

It seemed probable to advance with possession of the Venomous Dragon Pool.

After about a quarter-hour passed.

“Screech!”

From the nine heavens above, a golden majestic ray plummeted, tearing the void apart and creating fierce gusts of air with astonishing momentum.

The Golden-Winged Roc soared.

The route from Da Mengze Immortal City to Myriad Beasts Mountain Range was long.

But with the Golden-Winged Roc’s supreme speed, a month sufficed to reach here.

Lu Changsheng had been immersed in comprehending the power of the void, so during this time, the roc awaited information in the Nine Heavens Gale Layer surrounding the mou mountain range.

“Oh no, a demon king attack!”

“Is this a Third-Tier Demon King!? A late Third-Tier Great Demon King!”

The two Golden Core cultivators allied with Qingluan Immortal City were only at the initial Golden Core stage, and upon seeing the Golden-Winged Roc, were immediately shocked.

Other cultivators followed, alert and looking towards Qingluan Zhenren.

What unfolded next left everyone stunned.

Lu Changsheng softly landed on the majestic demon king, appearing unperturbed.

The gleaming golden, dragon and tiger patterned armor complemented the roc glimmering like gold, exuding an imposing, majestic aura.

“Alright.”

Facing Qingluan Zhenren, Lu Changsheng’s aura was not at all inferior.