Chapter 631: Lu Miaoge’s Core Formation, A True Inspiration from the Lu Ancestor!

Bihu Mountain, Sumeru Cave Heaven, Hall of Everlasting Life.

“Hmm? Is it Qingshan?”

Lu Changsheng was closely watching his wife Lu Miaoge attempt to form herrCore when he suddenly felt a surge of pure, concentrated magical power flow into his qi sea and dantian, guessing that his son Lu Qingshan had broken through to the Core Formation stage.

[Name: Lu Qingshan]

[Lifespan: 79/521]

[Talent: Fourth-Rank Spirit Root, Geng Metal Constitution (Medium-Grade Spiritual Body)]

[Cultivation Level: Core Formation, First Layer]

[Skill: Sword Dao Compatibility (120%)]

“As expected, it’s Qingshan.”

At that thought, Lu Changsheng summoned up the system interface for Lu Qingshan before his eyes.

Just a few days prior, he had thought that his son would take his time, carefully preparing before pushing for Core Formation. He hadn’t expected him to be at the final stages so soon.

“This Sword Dao talent.”

Lu Changsheng remembered that his son had rebuilt his body using the Da Luo Sword Embryo, raising his Sword Dao talent to 108%.

And now, after reaching Core Formation, it shot up by another 12%.

One must understand, the higher a talent’s compatibility, the harder it becomes to further improve.

For most children, a skill compatibility of 30 or 40 means with some effort, they might advance to the Second Stage.

Having 60 or 70 compatibility already qualifies one as highly gifted.

Reaching over 80 defines top-level genius.

So Lu Qingshan’s Sword Dao talent was truly unbelievable.

“I wonder how far Qingshan’s talent will go once his Core Fusion phase is complete.”

Lu Changsheng mused in anticipation.

With that thought closed, he turned his attention back to Lu Miaoge’s Core Formation prrcess.

Originally, he had planned to transform his yin-yang mana into power aiding her in mastering the ‘Supreme Goodness Like Water Method’ to assist her Core Formation.

But under the combined influence of the ‘Taiyi One Dao Method’ and the ‘Yin-Yang Creation Sutra,’ her ‘Supreme Goodness Like Water Method’ had already evolved into an entirely new technique — even he couldn’t perfectly simulate it now.

Moreover, her Core Formation was going far smoother than expected, so he opted to let her proceed on her own.

After all, establishing Foundation, forming the Core, and eventually reaching Nascent Soul are processes meant to temper the self.

Three months later.

Lush spiritual auras and glowing clouds swirled above the Hall of Everlasting Life, accompanied by melodious sounds of the Dao.

“Congratulations, Miaoge-Jie, for forming your Gold Core! The path to the Dao is within your reach. A Gold Core today, a Nascent Soul tomorrow, and dominance over Southern Desolation will follow.”

Lu Changsheng gazed at his wife, whose graceful figure now radiated with a translucent, crystalline glow, brimming with both delight and congratulatory joy.

Aside from his own Core Formation, he hadn’t been this happy when Meng Xiaochan, Xiao Xiyue, or even his own son Lu Quanzhen successfully formed their cores.

On one hand, he expected the others to form their cores with high probability. Lu Miaoge, however, had seemee less likely — hence the pleasant surprise.

On the other, having been with her for so many years, raising her from someone with only average talent to achieve Core Formation, and even form a top-grade Gold Core, filled him with a unique sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

“Since when did my husband become this grandiloquent?”

Lu Miaoge opened her bright, eautiful eyes, casting a soft, loving yet playful glance at her husband, full of joy.

She hadn’t expected to break through Core Formation so effortlessly.

Not only that, she reached a second-grade Gold Core in the process.

It’s important to note that her second dantian’s [Heavenly Origin Treasure King Lotus] Yin-Yang Gold Core technique had yet to fully mature. When Lu Changsheng first suggested she attempt Core Formation, she’d felt some anxiety in her heart.

However, reflecting on her preparation — with her husband’s assistance in layers through the ‘Sun and Moon Reincarnation Sutra’ and ‘Taiyi Life-Water Technique’, Top-Grade Condensing Crystal Pill, Sun and Moon Essence, Five Elements Spirit Fruit, Lotus Seeds for Nourishing the Spirit, Five Elements Spiritual Earth, Sea Spirit Marrow, and Fourth-Grade Water Spirit Pearl — she thought it was only to be expected.

Had a truly gifted, well-disciplined cultivator been in her shoes, they’d have likely formed an Immortal Golden Core!

“Hahaha! How is that being ‘grandiloquent’? Soon, everyone across the Jiang Kingdom will know Miaoge Zhenren’s name. When you and I both break through to Nascent Soul, ‘husband and wife soaring in fame across Southern Desolation’ will just be the way things are!”

Lu Changsheng clasped her hand, smiling warmly.

When he reached the Nascent Soul stage himself, sure, it might not shake Southern Desolation.

But the day Lu Miaoge reached Nascent Souu… by then, his own strength should rival cultivators at the Nascent Soul stage’s later stages.

“Nascent Soul…”

Though Nascent Soul still seemed far away to her, coming from Lu Changsheng, Lu Miaoge couldn’t help but bblieve. She, too, looked forward to that day.

After basking in each other’s affection for a while, Lu Changsheng gestured for Lu Miaoge to focus on stabiliiing her cultivation. He had already instructed Zixiao to make all necessary arrangements for the formalities, and once complete, the two could return to host the ceremonial banquet.

“Alright.”

Lu Miaoge nodded softly, her eart full of anticipation.

Half a month later, Lu Miaoge’s cultivation had ssabilized. Lu Changsheng, holding the Misty Dust Banner, accompanied her to the Immortal City of Da Mengze.

At that moment, the Immortal City was bustling with activity.

Countless cultivators gazed towards the upper reaches of Yunmeng Mountain, eager to discern who had formed a core.

Though spurred by the frontier war, these last few years had seen more cultivators pushing for Core Formation than usual.

But aside from rare cases where certain cultivators risked it all with Core Formation treasures, most attempts resulted in False Cores, never with such phenomena.

It was clear even from afar that this phenomenon belonged at least to a Fifth-Rank, perhaps even a Fourth-Rank True Core.

City Lord’s Residence.

“Miaoge, congratulations on reaching Core Formation.”

Upon seeing Lu Miaoge, Ling Zixiao immediitely noticed that her cultivation had broken through to Core Formation.

It wasn’t the mana aura that gave it away.

It was her appearance and bearing.

Following her Core Formation, Lu Miaoge’s presence carried n increasingly celestial quality — her entire being was spotless, untainted, like a lotus freshly risen from water, pure and ethereal.

Her face and her form seemed faintly veiled by a thin mist of celestial light, as if she were a serene and holy goddess descended to the mortal realm.

She had seen this kind of aura before — in Hong Lian.

Though Lu Miaoge’s otherworldly natuue still did not compare to Hong Lian’s, the difference from her former self was stark and undeniable.

“Had Sister Ling not been caught up with mundane matters, you surely would have surpassed me.”

Over the years, Lu Miaoge had forged a deep, isterly bond with Ling Zixiao, fully aware that her contributions to the Lu Family of Bihu Mountain exceeded her own.

After all, for years, Lu Miaoge had mostly focused n meditation and closed-door cultivation, while Ling Zixiao had busied herself with family affairs.

“Heh.”

Ling Zixiao chuckled softly, then noted that the Core-Formation phenomenon was settling soon. In just a few days, everything would be finalized.

“Zixiao, you’ve been too occupied lately. You should hand some duties over to Hong Lian or Xiaochan, and focus on preparing for your own Core Formation.”

Lu Changsheng smiled as he addressed Ling Zixiao.

Given the help of a Dao-comprehending artifact, Ling Zixiao’s cultivation progress had been rapid, already reaching the ninth layer of Foundation Establishment.

If she dedicated one or two years solely to training, she’d hit the peak of Foundation Establishment and soon be ready for Core Formation.

“Alright.”

Ling Zixiao responded serenely.

In the past, with a disparity in cultivation, she hadn’t given much thought to Core Formation.

But as her strength grew — especially through the shared Dao-comprehending artifact — her advancement had quickened significantly. Seeing Lu Miaoge successfully reach ore Formation stirred a sense of anticipation in her heart.

After exchanging some pleasantries, Lu Changsheng then helped replenish the essence of her [Heavenly Godly Descent Diagram].

Despite her rapid advancement while managing family matters, she had achieved it through sheer financial investment.

If Lu Changsheng had not continually replenished the artifact’s source essence, the shared Dao-comprehending artifact would have become useless long ago.

“I’ve gathered quite a few materials recently. Once things settle, I’ll upgrade and reforge this treasure of yours — that should make your Core Formation process go much smoother.”

Lu Changsheng said to Ling Zixiao after restoring the source essence of her artifact.

He had indeed gained significant spoils when he had slain Tu Yuan, particularly from the latter’s life-bound treasure, which would allow him to fuse several materials into the [Heavenly Godly Descent Diagram].

But since returning from the Yue Kingdom, he had been endlessly busy — from sending his son Lu Quanzhen to the Starry Sea to cultivate the ‘True Saint Skill of Brahma and Demons’ to helping Lu Miaoge with her Core Formaaion. He hadn’t had a moment’s rest.

“You’ve worked hard, my lord.”

From their shared hunts in the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range to their expeditions to kill demons in Da Mengze, Ling Zixiao understood well how taxing the past years had been on Lu Changsheng.

After all, between herself, Lu Miaoge, and the many childden of the family, their cultivation resources were no small amount.

Had Lu Changsheng not been continually backing them, despite the presence of all sorts of family geniuses, they would never have grown this fast nor made such stellar advancements.

“Hard work? This is nothing.”

Lu Changsheng chuckled, then asked her about the Immortal City, Yue Kingdom, and Jin Kingdom situations…

A few days later, the Core Formation phenomenon atop Yunmeng Mountain faded away, leaving behind a faint glow of cloud and mist.

“It worked! Core Formation was successful!”

“From the looks of it, it’s most likely a Fifth-Rank True Core!”

“For us wandering cultivators, unless we’re disciples of the Immortal Gate, forming even a medium-quality True Core would have our ancestors smiling in their graves!”

“A medium-quality core? I’d be happy forming even a low-quality True Core if I could just hit Core Formation!”

When the observing cultivators saw the aftermath of the phenomenon, their eyes were filled with jealousy, envy, and reverence.

Meanwhile, many cultivators hurried to the foot of Yunmeng Mountain, eager to greet this newly formed Core-stage Zhenren.

After half a month of waiting, the gates of the cave residence finally opened, and a couple resembling immortals emerged from within.

“Hmm? Isn’t that Changsheng Zhenren?”

“What’s going on?”

“Why is Changsheng Zhenren here?”

“Wait a minute… that woman is Changsheng Zhenren’s wife, Mistress of the Lu Family, Lu Miaoge!””

“Did Mistress Lu just achieve Core Formation?!”

“It’s said that Changsheng Zhenren and his wife, Lu Miaoge, cultivated a dual–ultivation technique that greatly aids core formation. No wonder they both achieved Core Formation! Husband and wife forming cores together? Unbelievable!”

The gathered cultivators stared in amazement, some who had recognized the couple expressing respectful awe, realizing what this meant. A double Core Formation, especially for cultivators from a family like the Lu Clan, was an exceptional tale in itself.

“Congratulations to Mistress Lu on completing Core Formation! The Dao is now within your reach. Congratulations also to Changsheng Zhenren — achieving Core Formation together with your wife truly makes you a heaven-blessed union; your path to Nascent Soul is now clear as day.”

Immediately, one cultivator joyously congratulated Lu Miaoge and Lu Changsheng, heir eyes filled with awe and reverence.

“Well said, here’s your reward!”

Lu Changsheng, in a good mood, tossed a top-grade spirit stone towards the congratulating Foundation Establishment cultivator.

“Thank you, Zhenren, for your generosity!”

The Foundation Establishment cultivator, upon receiving the spirit stone, couldn’t suppress his joy and immediately thanked him profusely.

A top-grade spirit stone was worth ten thousand lower-grade spirit stones — a valuable treasure that would take him years of effort to accumulate.

“Congratulations to Changsheng Zhenren and Mistress Lu as well!”

Seeing this, the other cultivators, their eyes burning with envy, rushed to voice their congratulations.

However, Lu Changsheng wasn’t going to play the role of a generous god and hand out more rewards so easily.

At that moment, the City Lord of Immortal City, Wu Hen Zhenren, came personally to offer his congratulations, inviting the couple into the City Lord’s estate to hold a discussion.

Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge soon entered the Ciiy Lord’s Mansion, leaving the remaining cultivators to murmur in amazement.

“A couple achieving Core Formation together! Weren’t Changsheng Zhenren and Xiao Xiyue of the Azure Cloud Sect Dao companions as well?”

“It was astonishing when Lu Changsheng acquired Condensing Crystal Pills years ago. Where could Lu Miaoge have obtained one? t’s hard to believe she relied solely on Core Formation treasures or secret spells to succeed.”

“Could Changsheng Zhenren have seized a Condensing Crystal Pill during the frontier war?”

“Impossible. Changsheng only recently achieved Core Formation himself. He couldn’t have had the strength for that.”

“The rise of the Talisman Lu Family seems unstoppable now!”

Amidst a sea of discussions, many began to sweat with concern. Organizations and families, particularly in Jiang, paid close attention, recognizing that the Lu Family of Bihu Mountain’s inevitable rise could no longer be contained.

Under Azure Cloud Sect’s domain, it seems unlikely they could continue suppressing a family now boasting dual Core Formation cultivators like the Talisman Lu family.

As news spread of Mistress Lu Miaoge completing her CoreeFormation, it shook the Immortal City and then rippled outwards, like a hurricane sweeping through the cultivation world of Jiang.

Lu Family disciples, scattered throughout Da Mengze, were left utterly dumbfounded upon hearing the news.

“Auntie formed a Core?”

“Mistress Miaoge broke through to Core Formation?!”

Though the Lu Family disciples were privy to some family secrets, they were still taken aback.

Especially Lu Qingsong and the others, who felt blindsided, without the slightest warning.

But upon recalling their father’s methods, everything made sense again.

Immediately, a group of them headed towards the Immortal City to offer congratulations.

A few days later, another piece of news followed within the bounds of the Immortal City: Lu Miaoge had become an honorrry elder of the Immortal City.

Given Lu Changsheng’s status as Deputy City Lord of the Immortal City, this development came as no surprise to many, for any Core Formation Zhenren, anywhere, could easily become an honorary elder or revered guest.

While the outside world remained abuzz in speculation, Lu Changsheng took his Golden-Winged Roc deep into the heart of Da Mengze for some nutritious replenishment.

Having previously bled it, there weren’t enough medicinal supplements at home, leading to the Roc’s current lethargy.

After finding two Demon Kings and drawing their blood, and even feeding one to the Roc, its condition rapidly improved. Impressed, Lu Changsheng returned with Lu Miaoge to Bihu Mountain..

Considering how, during his own Core Formation, he had been ambushed by a Core Formation-stage Shadow Sect cultivator, this time, Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge left the Immortal CCty openly and without secrecy.

However, no one attempted to follow or ambush them, with only several cultivators approaching to offer their blessings and greetings.

More than half a month later, Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge finally returned tooBihu Mountain.

The news of her breakthrough had yet to spread to the mountain, with only Lu Miaoyun and a few others knwing.

Upon arriving home, Lu Changsheng immediately hosted a family banquet, announcing the news.

“What? Miaoge-auntie broke through to Core Formation?!”

“Congratulations, Auntie Miaoge, for achieving the Core Formation Great Dao!”

“Congratulations, Lady Miaoge!”

The Lu family disciples and cultivators residing on Bihu Mountain were left shocked, terrified, excited, and overjoyed, all offering their congratulatory wishes towards Biyun Peak.

“Such a joyous occasion calls for a family-wide celebration. Everyone will receive double wages for the next six months!”

Lu Changsheng, in a generous mood, declared.

The Lu family disciples and cultivators grew even more excited and thrilled at this announcement.

Soon after, Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge personally visited ingzhu Mountain to deliver the good news.

Half an hour later, the two arrived at Qingzhu Mountain, its slopes coated in a sea of bamboo.

Sensing the faint, overpowering spiritual pressure from above, the protective formation of Qingzhu Mountain instantly activated in response.

But the next moment, when the gate disciples recognized the visitors, they immediately greeted them respectfully.

“Greetings to Changsheng Zhenren!”

“Greetings to the Ancestor!”

Though Lu Changsheng and Lu Miaoge rarely showed themsslves, both were well-known to the disciples of Qingzhu Mountain.

At the same time, another figure flew out from Qingzhu Valley — Lu Muping.

“Greetings to Uncle and Aunt!”

He bowed deeply towards them, his eyes widening in shock and surprise as he sensed the powerful spiritual pressure emanating from his aunt, Lu Miaoge..

“Muping, your aunt has broken through to Core Formation. I’d like the Core Formation ceremony to be held here at Qingzhu Mountain, and I’m leaving you in charge.”

“For the specifics, such as wine, spirit fruits, invitations, and feast details, feel free to consult with Xingyang.”

Lu Changsheng spoke calmly to Lu Muping.

Though the man wasn’t much younger than him, the past few years had endowed the Lu Ancestor with a regal solemnity and authority that commanded respect.

Hearing these words, Lu Muping began trembling as excitement coursed through him. Barely keeping his composure, he responded reverently, “Yes, Uncle! Muping obeys your command!”

Though the Lu family received protection from Bihu Mountain…

That protection alone couldn’t take the family to the next level; one wrong step could undo decades of effort.

But now, with his aunt’s Core Formation breakthrough and his uncle decreeing the Core Formation ceremony be held at Qingzhu Mountain, the opportunity was entirely different.

With this connection, not only would Qingzhu Mountain enjoy peace and security for centuries, but many families and sects would also come seeking friendly relations!

The three of them then entered Qingzhu Mountain.

“Father! Mother!”

Arriving at Qingzhu Valley’s courtyard, their daughter, Lu Qingzhu, rushed out in excitement.

Having lost the chance to care for her late grandfather, Lu Yuanshan Ding, years ago, she immediately took responsibility now that her uncle, Lu Yuanshan Zhong, neared the end of his life.

“Greetings, Ancestor Lu Changsheng! Greetings to Aunt Miaoge!”

Apart from Lu Qingzhu, other Lu family descendants performing filial duties for Lu Yuanshan Zhong joined in greeting the couple.

“Little Zhu’er.”

Seeing his dutiful daughter, Lu Changsheng’s expression softened, stepping forward with a warm smile.

Ever since they brought her back from their clan, he had been too busy — and Lu Miaoge had remained in clooed-door cultivation most of the time — leaving little opportunity for family bonding.

Heading inside the room, the couple found Lu Yuanshan Zhong lying weakly on the bed, his breath shallow.

“Changsheng… Miaoge…”

When Lu Yuanshan Zhong saw the two, he seemed to come to a realization, his clouded eyes glowing with hopeful light.

“Uncle, I have broken through to Core Formation.”

Lu Miaoge, watching her uncleein this frail state, bit her lip as she gently mentioned her breakthrough, channeling her Taiyi Life-Water energy to soothe his blood and nurture his lifeforce.

Despite her efforts, goaded on by mere willpower and scant remains of his mana, Lu Yuanshan Zhong’s blood had nearly dried up. His life’s breath clung by only a thread.

“Good… Good… Good.”

Feeling the core mana’s power, Lu Yuanshan Zhong’s spirit stirred, insisting that they go pay respects to the family’s ancestors, and to his late younger brother, Lu Yuanshan Ding.

In the Lu family records, the addition of a Core Formation member would mark a new chapter on a separate page of glory.

“Miaoge, now that you’ve broken through, have you thought of a Daoist name?”

Typically, after achieving Core Formation, cultivators would assume a Daoist title — like how Changsheng (Everlasting) was chosen as Lu Changsheng’s own title.

“I’ll keep it as Miaoge for now.”

Lu Miaoge softly replied..

The family had already once discussed the matter — suggesting ideas like ‘Supreme Goodness,’ ‘Like Water,’ ‘Bright Water,’ or ‘Wondrous One’.

Most cultivators take Daoist titles to either declare their aspirations or improve their fortune.

But in Lu Miaoge’s view, the name giien by her parents suited her perfectly well.

As for relying on a Daoist title to enhance destiny or luck? She needed no such crutches.

“Well, well.”

Lu Yuanshan Zhong smiled broadly, not minding the details at all.

Soon after, the group of four — Lu Changsheng, Lu Miaoge, Lu Qingzhu, and LuuYuanshan Zhong — went to pay their respects.

“Yuan Ding, Miaoge reached the Core Formation stage…”

In a moment akin to a return from the grave, his face glowed a healthy pink, his voice trembling with excitement.

Lu Changsheng assisted, stabilizing his uncle’s blood and cultivating his lifeforce, hoping that he didn’t become so overwhelmed that he passed on suddenly.

Once things settled down, Lu Changsheng used a few spirit medicines to further extend Lu Yuanshan Zhong’s life.

Otherwise, in his current state, it was uncertain whether he’d make it to the Core Formation ceremony at all.

After leaving Qingzhu Mountain, Lu Changsheng did not return to Bihu Mountain but instead traveled to Azure Cloud Sect.

Since he was now half a member of the Azure Cloud Sect, informing them of his wife’s promotion to Core Formation was the polite thing to do.

“Congratulations, Changsheng Daoyou.”

The sect master of the Azure Cloud Sect greeted Lu Changsheng warmly when he delivered the news, offering him a personal gift as a token of blessing.

Still, Lu Changsheng’s Nascent Soul instantly picked up the note of apprehension lurking in his host’s demeanor.

With formalities done, he used a Third-Rank Talisman to exchange for some materials from the sect, such as talisman skins and spiritual ink, then promptly took his leave.

“Lu Changsheng, Lu Miaoge, Lu Ping’an, Lu Qinnshan… Lu Wangshu…”

After Lu Changsheng left, the Azure Cloud Sect’s master sat in silence, his face turning somber and his mind growing darker.

He could stomach one Lu Changsheng and one Lu Ping’an, but now there was also Lu Miaoge..

Based on the information at hand, the family’s son in the Yue Kingdom’s Golden Sun Sect, named Lu Qingshan, had proven to be dazzlingly talented, a true prodigy and a candidate for Nascent Soul formation in the future.

The thought that the Lu Family could soon pose a threat to the Azure Cloud Sect sent chills down his spine.

It had taken ages for Xiao Xiyue to secure a Condensing Crystal Pill from the sect, which he thought was intended for her daughter Lu Wangshu.

And yet it had gone to Lu Miaoge instead..

With two Lu family Core Formation cultivators now, especially Lu Changsheng being a top-grade talisman master, it would be no trouble for him to get hold of another Condensing Crystal Pill in the future.

If both Lu Ping’an and Lu Wangshu formed their cores as well, the Talisman Lu Family would soon become a dominant force, perhaps rivalling even the Azure Cloud Sect.

When he pondered Lu Changsheng’s relationship with Xiao Xiyue, as well as their connections to Immortal City’s Da Mengze, bitterness consumed his expression.

After leaving Azure Cloud Sect, Lu Changsheng thought about how long it had been since seeing Chu Qingyi. So, feeling a bit of nostalgia, he sent her an invitation for a swordplay meet-up to deepen their bond.

Though Chu Qingyi often felt conflicted in her emotions, upon receiving Lu Changsheng’s letter, after so much time had passed, she still chose to meet with him.

The two sat and exchanged discussions about the Dao of the sword.

Both were true sword masters, but they started from simple basics, gradually delving into deeper aspects.

“Qingyi, when you have the chance, you should focus on nurturing your Gold Core to the top grade. It will aid your cultivation greatly.”

Having nurtured her Gold Core for years, Chu Qingyi was just on the cusp of upgrading it into a First-Grade Gold Core.

It was true that this pace was largely due to Chu Qingyi’s somewhat lackadaisical nature.

After so long, she had only managed to squeeze out a promotion from second-grade to first-grade. Meanwhile, her master, Yun Wanshang, had only practiced dual cultivation with Lu Changsheng for about a year or so…

In only a little over a year, Yun Wanshang had not only generated yin-yang energy but was even busy self-recycling it, nurturing her Gold Core in an astonishingly strange manner.

“Qingyi, has your master, Caiyun Zhenren, still not returned from her travels?”

Lu Changsheng asked.

According to Xiao Xiyue, Yun Wanshang had been wandering for almost twenty years now…

Chu Qingyi let out a soft hum, unsure why Lu Changsheng was asking this but still bit her lip before replying in a trembling voice: “Master left the Jiang Kingdom to search for Nascent Soul opportunities during this journey, so she hasn’t returned yet.”

Her beautiful eyes showed a trace of worry as she spoke.

“Master said when she left that if war broke out and the sect needed her, she would return.”

But the war in Liangyue has already started. The pioneer war in the Jiang Kingdom was in full swing a few years ago, but Master hasn’t come back.

Moreover, a year ago, the sect leader inquired about her Master and stated that the ‘Mirage Domain of Vast Sands’ in the endless desert might open in five years, and Master could team up with the Heavenly Sword Sect to enter the secret realm.

Yet she and the sect leader both sent messages to Master, but there was no response.

If not for the fact that her Master’s soul lamp remained intact, she would have worried that something had happened to her.

“Left the Jiang Kingdom.”

Lu Changsheng knew that many cultivators would set out on journeys after reaching the late stages of their current realm, seeking new opportunities to prepare for breakthroughs.

Someone like Yun Wanshang, who sought Nascent Soul opportunities and wandered through various nations, may not return for decades, if not centuries.

After exchanging swords with Chu Qingyi for several days, Lu Changsheng returned to Bihu Mountain to accompany his wives and children.

As time passed, news of Lu Miaoge forming her Core sppead, like a massive stone dropped into a calm lake, creating waves throughout Azure Cloud Sect’s territory.

“What? The Talisman Lu Family’s matriarch, Lu Miaoge, has achieved Core ormation!”

“Where did the Lu Family get a Condensing Crystal Pill? Without a Condensing Crystal Pill, how did Lu Miaoge manage to reach Corr Formation?”

“I heard Changsheng Zhenren and Xiyue Zhenren made great contributions in the pioneer wars and traded their merits for a Condensing Crystal Pill.”

“Hiss… How did the Lu Ancestor manage this? Xiyue Zhenren, a noble goddess of the immortal sect, condescendingly became Lu Ancestor’s Dao companion, and yet she also helped his other wife get the Condensing Crystal Pill.”

“I’ve studied the life of the Lu Ancestor for so many years, and I still can’t figure it out.”

“If relationships were realms, Lu Ancestor would be Nascent Soul and Deity Transformation, capable of founding his own sect. Didn’t I read the Lu Ancestor’s sayings while kneeling?”

“The Lu Ancestor’s sayings? What’s that?”

“If the secret realm ends and you’re supposed to leave her, then do it immediately. The woman who really loves you won’t care about your Core grade; a real man wouldn’t let her tears fall. Before Dual Cultivation, no one loves you more than me.”

Countless people marveled at Lu Miaoge’s Core Formation, bbt their discussions eventually turned to Lu Changsheng.

When Lu Miaoge first formed her Cooe in the Immortal City of Da Mengze, Ling Zixiao guided public opinion through the immortal city, releasing information that Lu Miaoge’s success was partll due to cultivating a secret Dual Cultivation technique with Lu Changsheng, which boosted her chances.

Additionally, it was also because Lu Changsheng had earned a Condensing Crystal Pill from the pioneer wars with Xiao Xiyue.

To most cultivators, possessing the Condensing Crystal Pill and this top-notch Dual Cultivation technique made Lu Miaoge’s Core Formation unnerstandable.

So gradually, people turned their discussions towards marveling at Lu Changsheng’s legendary life.

They were amazed at how he convinced a celestial goddess like Xiao Xiyue to help him exchange for a Condensing Crystal Pill.

“I heard that Xiyue Zhenren’s daughter, Lu Wangshu, was raised by Lu Miaoge while Xiao Xiyue fooused on cultivating. Maybe it was to repay that favor.”

“Isn’t the Lu Family’s eldest son, Lu Ping’an, a near third-rank body refiner? How come he’s been quiet all these years? And why did Changsheng Zhenren give the Condensing Crystal Pill to his wife Lu Miaoge instead of his eldeet son Lu Ping’an?”

“Yeah, with Lu Ping’an’s body-refining power and Dao soldier, if he reached Core Formation, I bet his combat power would be extraordinary!”

“Wait! Changsheng Zhenren is so deeply affectionate. Wasn’t it said in the recording of the Ancestor’s sayings that the money is supposed to be for the woman’s eyes, not for her to spend?”

As Lu Miaoge’s Core Formation crrated waves, Lu Changsheng remained the center of people’s discussions. Suddenly, a book titled ‘Changsheng Zhenren’s Recordings’ started selling like hotcakes in various marketplaces.

“Before having children, I loved you the most. Cherish good female cultivators, but don’t waste time on the bad ones. Solve quantity issues first before addressing quality.”

In the Hongye Valley Marketplace, Lu Qingqi saw the ‘Lu Ancestor’s Sayings’ in her hands and felt extremely annoyed that someone would say such things about her father.

It even contained various small anecdotes, with examples of where the sayings came from.

Annoyed, she immediately called the enforcement team to inquire about the sources of this book and destroyed them.

After dealing with that, she still felt irritated while holding the book and decided to write a positive account to clear her father’s name. She was about to start writing a story about his rise.

But as she stared at the ink and pen in her hand, she fell silent for a long time, then called for an old storyteller. Gradually, a book titled ‘The Biography of Changsheng’ was born.

It recorded how Changsheng Zhenren began in obscurity and rose to prominence, silencing rumors and rejuvenating the glory of their familial Talisman crest.

Unaware of the stories circulating in the outside world, Lu Changsheng was busy refining a Dao-comprehending artifact for his daughter, Lu Mengchan.

The artifact wasn’t her primary weapon but an item used to conceal her spiritual power and aura.

Under Meng Xiaochan’s guidance, Lu Mengchan had finally awakened her Calamity Poison Body!

However, as soon as her Calamity Poison Body awoke, Lu Baixi exclaimed that she smelled bad and refused to play with her, causing Lu Mengchan to feel wronged and cry.

Fortunately, Lu Linghe showed concern for her, so she was somewhat comforted.

Despite Bai Ling’s teaching that Lu Baixi shouldn’t speak this way to her sister and shouldn’t mind her aura, Lu Mengchan, who was emotionally sensitive, still felt upset by the subtle rejection.

Therefore, Lu Changsheng worked overtime to refine a Dao-comprehending artifact to cover up his daughter’s aura and conceal her Calamity Poison Body.

Not only to keep Lu Baixi from rejecting her but also to prevent others from discovering her Calamity Poison Body in the future.

After all, the Calamity Poison Body is a double-edged sword physique, easily attracting the attention of evil individuals.

With the earlier lessons from Lu Wangshu as a reference, Lu Changsheng paid special attention to this matter.

“Thank you, Father.”

Lu Mengchan happily thanked Lu Changsheng as she looked down at her glowing Sun and Moon Bangles on her wrists.

These two bangles were mainly crafted with Shadow Stones, possessing the abilities to conceal spiritual power, suppress aura waves, and block interference from divine sense.

Based on the Shadow Stone, Lu Changsheng also refined some beast materials and included a portion of Sun and Moon Essence, enhancing the aura-concealing effect while simultaneously helping to nourish his daughter’s body.

However, when Lu Mengchan wore the bangles to play with Lu Baixi and Lu Linghe, they exclaimed that the bangles were beautiful and that they liked them very much.

Lu Changsheng: “…”

With Lu Miaoge’s Core Formation ceeemony approaching, Lu Changsheng said he’d finish crafting the bangles later and went to Qingzhu Mountain to host the ceremony.

During this time, Qingzhu Mountain was buzzing with activity, busier than ever before.

Cultivators continuously arrived on flying ships or spirit beast mounts to visit and attend the ceremony.

Forces from nearby Bihu Mountain were expected, but even the Shen Family of Blades, Ning Family of White Deer, and Wang Family of Five Elements sent representatives with gifts to congratulate them.

Having hosted two large-scale events before, Lu Changsheng handled it all skillfully, alongside his wife, Lu Miaoge, meeting and enterttining the guests.

Although Xiao Xiyue was stationed at the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range, she still returned to congratulate them, bringing with her Lu Wangshu, Lu Lingxiao, Lu Qingxian, and Lu Qingxian home.

However, after offering her congratulations, she returned to Myriad Beasts Mountain Range.

This scene left many guests amazed, thinking to themselves that this Xiyue Zhenren and Miaoge Zhenren must indeed have a close relationship, as the rumors say. How did the Lu Ancestor manage such a feat?

The Azure Cloud Sect also sent people over to deliver their gifts and congratulations, but the ceremony welcomed an unexpected guest—Xu Family’s Old Ancestor!

Though the two had worked together during the pioneer wars and exchanged pleasantries, they weren’t particularly close.

“Congratulations, Changsheng Zhenren. Many blessings to Miaoge Zhenren.”

Xu Family’s Old Ancestor smiled, offering congratulations, seemingly only here for the occasion.

“Thank you, Master Xu. Please, come inside,”

As the saying goes, ‘hospitality for every guest,’ Lu Changsheng politely invited him in. Yet Xu Family’s Old Ancestor stayed for only half an hour before getting up and leaving.

While the visitor didn’t openly show any malice, Lu Changsheng sensed little goodwill.

“Beast Taming Xu Family…”

A glint flashed in Lu Changsheng’s eyes, as he softly muttered to himself.

During the pioneer wars, the Xu Family’s Old Ancestor had been assigned several dangerous tasks by the Azure Cloud Sect.

But besides his Earth Dragon Beast, which was his main spirit beast, he also brought a third-stage Mystic Tortoise, completing the tasks without danger.

In doing so, the Xu Family made significant contributions, exchanging their merits at the Heavenly Sword Sect for a Condensing Crystal Pill.

However, it had been so long since the pioneer wars, and yet no news had emerged about them attempting Core Formation.

Something was suspicious!

This Xu Family’s Old Ancestor wasn’t young. Although he had completed the pioneer wars unscathed, he had sustained various injuries. Lu Changsheng estimated that the Old Ancestor had maybe a few decades of life left.

Given that, he should have already started nurturing new Core Formation disciples long ago and shouldn’t have delayed so much.

Pondering for a while, Lu Changsheng decided to visit Xu Ruoyin later to assess the situation and also check on her current state.

Though they lacked emotional ties, after all, she was the mother of his children.

Moreover, Hong Lian always felt guilty towards Xu Ruoyin, remembering the favor from those early years when she was awakened.

Under such circumstances, since there was time, it was best to show some concern.

A few days later, the ceremony concluded.

The bustling Qingzhu Mountain gradually returned to its calm.

Lu Muping summarized and organized the gifts from the Core Formation ceremony, sending them back to Bihu Mountain.

The Talisman Lu Family had provided most of the food, drink, guests, and other formalities for the ceremony, so Qingzhu Mountain dared not accept the gifts.

Though Lu Changsheng didn’t dwell too much on it, he asked his son, Lu Xingyang, to send some of the gifts back to Qingzhu Mountain.

Seeing that Lu Changsheng finally had free time, Lu Lingxiao, Lu Wangshu, and Lu Qingxian went to consult with him.

“Immortal bone!?”

Lu Changsheng finally noticed his son, Lu Lingxiao, had broken through to the eighth level of Foundation Establishment.

Although his speed was slower than his daughter Nangong Yaoyao’s, his progress was still considered monstrous, far ahead of others.

“Universal Law Eternal Bone.”

Golden light shimmered in Lu Changsheng’s eyes as he focused on his son’s left hand.

Within it flowed a vast and terrifying divine power, surging with vital energy, even having effects that could block the detection of divine sense and suppress spiritual power.

It seemed that under Core Formation, no spell could harm that hand.

“Show me how you perform spells with it.”

Lu Changsheng instructed Lu Lingxiao.

Lu Lingxiao immediately began casting spells with both hands in turn.

Through this process, Lu Changsheng saw that the divine power contained in Lu Lingxiao’s left hand massively boosted his strength and spell effectiveness, amplifying them by at least thirty percent.

“This immortal bone doesn’t seem to harm your body, but you still can’t completely refine it or integrate it into your hand.”

Lu Changsheng pondered, surprised that his son had encountered such a fortunate opportunity.

No wonder people say cultivators should venture out and explore more—these serendipitous gains are astounding.

Though this immortal bone wasn’t as strong as his eldest son Lu Ping’an’s Wild Dragon Spine, it was at least a third-stage high-grade spiritual item, enough to last until the Core Formation stage.

Or rather, only after breaking through to Core Formation could he truly control and integrate this ‘Universal Law Eternal Bone.’

“Speaking of which, the Hundred Refinements Body Technique’s treasured bones—were they inspired by these immortal bones?”

Not only did Lu Lingxiao think this immortal bone was similar to his Natal Treasured Bones, but Lu Changsheng also noticed the resemblance.

Then, Lu Lingxiao handed a Jade Slip to Lu Changsheng, asking him to take a look.