Chapter 679: Five Directions of Calamity Dispelling, Spirit Source Stone!

Lu Changsheng returned to the City Lord’s mansion after sorting through his gains.

“Young Master Lu, you’re back!”

“Brother!”

“Father! Dad!”

In the back courtyard Meng Xiaochan, Bai Ling and Bing’er were chatting with Lu Baixi, Lu Mengchan and Lu Minghuang. Upon seeing Lu Changsheng they called out joyfully and rushed to embrace him like returning swallows.

“Xiaochan, Ling’er, Bing’er.”

Lu Changsheng smiled warmly as he embraced the three women. Then with Bing’er still clinging to his arm he turned to look at Lu Baixi, Lu Mengchan and Lu Minghuang.

Compared to before he left his daughter Lu Baixi’s aura had grown more powerful suggesting she’d broken through to second stage intermediate realm.

This cultivation speed might seem ordinary.

But her cultivation was like that of a spirit beast combining both physical and spiritual refinement which made it quite remarkable.

It could only be said that her True Spirit bloodline and the foundation accumulated during her infancy allowed her to quickly break through to certain realms.

His daughter Lu Mengchan’s cultivation was at the peak of Qi Refining.

Going from Qi Initiation to peak Qi Refining in eight years was an astonishing speed.

But with the Calamity Poison Body and parents like Lu Changsheng and Meng Xiaochan this cultivation speed could only be considered average.

However this pace was due to Meng Xiaochan not rushing hoping their daughter would master the Ten Thousand Calamities Toxic Spirit Codex thoroughly before advancing.

Otherwise with her talent and the Lu Family’s resources she could break through at any time.

As for his son Lu Minghuang his cultivation was lower only at the third layer of Qi Refining.

This was normal.

Two and a half years ago Lu Changsheng had helped craft a custom artifact for him allowing him to begin learning the Divine Creation Refinement Art.

This type of cultivation technique was extremely profound and difficult to practice. Early setbacks were unavoidable and since Lu Changsheng didn’t have time to teach him personally he could only rely on Meng Xiaochan’s guidance.

Lu Changsheng sat down with his wives and children asking what they had been discussing and about recent events.

“Little Xi has been thinking about husband’s return every day.”

For Lu Baixi’s cultivation questions only Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian could provide answers.

But most of the time neither Lu Changsheng nor Hong Lian were around so she had to consult Meng Xiaochan while longing for Lu Changsheng’s return.

“If Little Xi has any cultivation questions Father will teach you later.”

Lu Changsheng smiled at his daughter who still looked only eleven or twelve patting her head while planning to leave the Golden-Winged Roc by her side later.

He wouldn’t need the Golden Roc much in the coming days.

And since the Golden-Winged Roc had consumed the Purple-robed Elder’s Nascent Soul and Spirit Body it should take time to digest and improve itself making it perfect for helping watch over the children.

“Do Meng Meng and Minghuang have any problems with their cultivation?”

Lu Changsheng showed no favoritism asking about his daughter Lu Mengchan and son Lu Minghuang’s situations.

“Mmm nope.”

Lu Mengchan bit her delicate white finger thoughtfully before shaking her head. Her exquisite petite face gave off an air of gentle refinement and vulnerability that made people want to protect her.

“No.”

Lu Minghuang beside her also shook his head.

His current cultivation focused mainly on Qi Refining.

This process didn’t raise many questions that Meng Xiaochan couldn’t answer.

When his cultivation level increased the complementary secret techniques spells and artifact forging methods would be the real challenge requiring significant time and energy.

“Good you can all come ask Father if you have any questions.”

Lu Changsheng said with a warm smile then asked about Little He.

After all his daughter Lu Linghe was usually inseparable from Lu Baixi and Lu Mengchan.

“Little He went to Dragonfish Island.”

Bai Ling immediately replied explaining that Little He was very interested in the trained Black Dragon soldiers and had been spending time with Lu Qingyan lately.

“Mm what about Lingxiao and Wangshu?”

Lu Changsheng nodded planning to take his son Lu Ping’an to meet this daughter later and give her the sarira.

He also asked about Lu Lingxiao Lu Wangshu and others’ situations before stopping his questions enjoying this long-awaited peaceful moment with his wives and children.

Ling Zixiao knowing Lu Changsheng and their daughter’s often-missed big brother had returned immediately sent word asking Lu Wangshu to bring her back.

“Father!”

Lu Linghe wearing a red fitted dress with her black hair in a high ponytail called out happily.

Though Ling Zixiao thought her daughter was always foolishly cheerful Lu Changsheng loved his daughter’s content and bright personality. Seeing her made him happy infected by her joy.

“Little He.”

Lu Changsheng stepped forward rubbing his daughter’s cheek very much wanting to give her the sarira.

But looking at his nearby daughter Lu Wangshu in her pink and white dress with her stunning graceful beauty and his other daughters he held back this impulse deciding to wait.

After all giving to one meant he’d have to give to all.

Moreover this sarira was extremely precious and he didn’t yet have enough gifts of this caliber for all his children.

Then Lu Changsheng called Lu Ping’an to join them indicating they should have a family feast.

“Big Brother!”

Lu Linghe saw Lu Ping’an and called out delightedly.

She and Lu Ping’an had a great relationship not only practicing martial arts and fists together but when she was young she often sat on his shoulders.

When Lu Ping’an left she had missed and thought of him for a long time.

“Little He.”

Lu Ping’an also very fond of this lively cheerful sister patted her hair with his broad hand then looked toward Lu Wangshu saying “Wangshu Lingxiao.”

“Big Brother.”

Lu Wangshu said with a beaming smile asking Lu Ping’an why his trip took so long.

“Yes I ran into some things and ended up going too far.”

Lu Ping’an said somewhat embarrassedly then looked toward Lu Mengchan and the others.

However when he left Lu Baixi had just been born so he didn’t recognize her.

Lu Changsheng made the introductions.

“Big Brother.”

The siblings immediately called out.

“Since this is our first meeting here’s a small token from Big Brother.”

Lu Ping’an quickly took out several precious materials from his storage ring for them.

Lu Wangshu Lu Lingxiao and Lu Linghe naturally received their share too.

“Thank you Big Brother!”

After they thanked him Lu Wangshu’s beautiful eyes glanced at Lu Changsheng wrinkled her delicate nose as if saying ‘Father didn’t bring back any gifts?’

Lu Changsheng completely ignored his daughter’s gaze.

The family chatted and laughed together. During this time Lu Wangshu and Lu Linghe asked about Lu Ping’an’s experiences over these years.

After all from Lu Ping’an’s generous gifts just now they could see their big brother had gained quite a lot during these years.

Lu Ping’an told them about his travels through Yue Kingdom Wu Kingdom and Black Desert Immortal City.

However he avoided mentioning anything about the Wolf King Association and the Nascent Soul possession incident.

“Big Brother you’ve already broken through to Core Formation!”

Lu Wangshu was shocked upon hearing this.

Though her big brother’s physical cultivation was unmatched his Qi cultivation was only slightly higher than hers or about the same.

Now he had suddenly broken through to Core Formation how could she not be surprised?

Beside her Lu Lingxiao Meng Xiaochan Nangong Mili and others were also surprised.

“Ping’an what are your plans for the future?”

At this point Ling Zixiao looked at Lu Ping’an and asked.

“Mm I haven’t really thought about it yet.”

Lu Ping’an pondered briefly.

“Since you haven’t decided just stay home or here in the Immortal City for now.”

Lu Changsheng said directly.

He was planning to challenge fourth stage physical cultivation next.

After breaking through to fourth stage physical cultivation he would prepare for Nascent Soul and cultivate artifacts the Brahma Demon True Form and other divine abilities and secret techniques.

So during this time he could let his son Lu Ping’an guard the Immortal City.

“Yes Father.”

Lu Ping’an immediately nodded without any objection.

After the family feast Lu Changsheng prepared to spend time with his wife.

“Father.”

Lu Ping’an quickly followed handing Lu Changsheng a storage pouch saying he had gained quite a lot on this trip including two Condensing Crystal Pills that could be used for the family’s Core Formation breakthroughs.

“Two Condensing Crystal Pills?”

Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow.

He had only found one Condensing Crystal Pill on his trip yet his son had obtained two.

“Yes I got one earlier in Black Desert Immortal City and another from killing the person who tried to have me possessed”

Lu Ping’an explained.

“The family isn’t in urgent need of Condensing Crystal Pills right now. Keep them yourself or give one to your Aunt Ling to show gratitude for her early care and see if Little Qin needs the other one.”

“As for Foundation Establishment Pills when you visit Qingzhu Mountain later you can give one in your mother’s name. Arrange the rest as you see fit.”

Lu Changsheng said.

He currently had five Condensing Crystal Pills enough for the family’s use.

Moreover Lu Ping’an giving one to Ling Zixiao was like him keeping one.

“As for the rest keep these artifacts for now. When I’m free I’ll help you reforge them otherwise using these artifacts in public might bring unnecessary trouble.”

Lu Changsheng glanced at the two artifacts in Lu Ping’an’s storage pouch noting they were both top-tier artifacts.

He thought to himself his son’s gains were quite substantial.

Though thinking about inheriting a Nascent Soul True Lord’s legacy it made sense.

“Father you keep them I can’t activate these artifacts and these two are enough.”

Lu Ping’an showed the ring on his hand and a square bronze cauldron covered in complex patterns.

“It’s fine use the extras to practice the Hundred Refinements Body Technique otherwise relying on gradual cultivation it’ll take forever to advance further.”

Lu Changsheng waved his hand saying unconcernedly.

Though using artifacts to practice the Hundred Refinements Body Technique wasn’t very cost-effective and was somewhat wasteful.

But considering the time and energy saved plus his own benefits it was worth it.

“Father when I was possessed by the Nascent Soul my cultivation of the Black Dragon Codex and Hundred Refinements Body Technique were both erased.”

Lu Ping’an seemed to recall something and immediately said.

Explaining that his Hundred Refinements Body Technique had been affected by the Nine Cicadas Undying Body Technique.

If he continued practicing the Hundred Refinements Body Technique the two techniques would cause some interference.

“Tell me about this technique?”

Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow inquiring.

He knew his son’s techniques had been changed but didn’t know the specifics.

Lu Ping’an immediately explained this technique to Lu Changsheng though having received it through direct infusion with forced cultivation there was much he hadn’t fully comprehended.

“Nine Cicadas Undying Body Technique”

Lu Changsheng’s eyes narrowed seeing this was a top-tier body cultivation technique similar to ancient body cultivators.

During cultivation one would gain some treasure bone divine abilities like the Hundred Refinements Body Technique surpassing others of the same level.

But this technique had a drawback requiring the Undying Golden Body as its foundation. Mixing in too many other powers would affect the technique’s potency.

After placing his palm on his son’s shoulder and carefully sensing his physical blood energy.

“Try using the Nine Cicadas Undying Body Technique as your main practice with the Hundred Refinements Body Technique as support. This technique has strong compatibility I see your previously refined treasure bone power has been directly integrated and transformed by this technique.”

Lu Changsheng said.

The Hundred Refinements Body Technique had strong compatibility rarely conflicting with other techniques.

So in his view the Hundred Refinements Body Technique could become nourishment for the Nine Cicadas Undying Body Technique.

“Alright I’ll try.”

Lu Ping’an nodded in agreement.

“What about the other technique? I’ll help you look at that too.”

Lu Changsheng asked about Lu Ping’an’s other technique.

Lu Ping’an immediately explained the cultivation method of the Dragon-Tiger Abyss Cultivation.

“Dragon-Tiger Abyss Cultivation Nine Cicadas Undying Body Technique interesting.”

After hearing about this technique Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow.

This technique was similar to the True Saint Skill of Brahma and Demons even more extreme with nine parts physical cultivation to one part Qi cultivation.

In other words Qi cultivation was just supplementary adding variety to one’s methods.

Because of this such techniques were harder to cultivate.

But for Lu Ping’an who was already at late third stage physical cultivation the path ahead was clear and perfectly suited.

“This Mount Da Luo is interesting could it be the legacy of ancient body cultivators?”

In Lu Changsheng’s view this Dragon-Tiger Abyss Cultivation was very similar to ancient body cultivation schools.

Just that it hadn’t completely abandoned Qi cultivation merging soul and magical power entirely into flesh and blood.

“These two techniques are excellent complementing each other well. Continue cultivating them.”

This technique far surpassed Lu Ping’an’s previous Black Dragon Codex so Lu Changsheng thought it suitable for cultivation.

Most importantly his son’s foundation and Golden Core were now Dragon-Tiger foundation and Dragon-Tiger Golden Core.

If he switched to another technique the foundation wouldn’t match reducing his battle power potential and cultivation speed by a level which wouldn’t be worth it.

As for the incomplete technique by the time Lu Ping’an reached Nascent Soul he should be at mid or late stage Nascent Soul so there was no need to worry too much.

“Yes Father.”

Hearing his father say this Lu Ping’an felt relieved nodded and then handed a porcelain bottle from his storage pouch to Ling Zixiao.

“A Condensing Crystal Pill!”

Ling Zixiao was surprised to see Lu Ping’an giving her a Condensing Crystal Pill.

After all how precious was a Condensing Crystal Pill? Countless cultivators in the outside world coveted it.

“Yes thanking Aunt for taking care of me in my early years.”

Lu Ping’an said sincerely.

Perhaps due to Lu Changsheng’s instructions or seeing how she cared for Lu Linghe Ling Zixiao had shown him considerable care in his early years.

“Such a precious pill should be given to your father instead.”

Ling Zixiao said softly feeling such a valuable pill was too precious for her to accept.

“Aunt I’ve already discussed it with Father.”

Lu Ping’an grinned.

Hearing this Ling Zixiao immediately understood this was her husband’s intention.

Through Lu Ping’an he was acknowledging her years of contribution to the Lu Family.

Additionally Lu Ping’an would be stationed in the Great Dream Immortal City hoping Lu Ping’an and Lu Lingxiao would get along peacefully telling her not to overthink things.

“Very well since that’s the case I’ll accept it.”

Ling Zixiao’s graceful and beautiful face showed a slight smile.

She had a very good impression of this unassuming generous Lu Family eldest son.

That night.

Afterward!

Afterward!

Afterward!

Lu Changsheng expressed his longing with Ling Zixiao Bai Ling and Bing’er.

Though they say there’s no such thing as an overworked ox only untillable fields.

But Lu Changsheng’s physical prowess and kidney essence abilities were thoroughly demonstrated in this aspect.

After several intense battles Ling Zixiao and Bai Ling were like puddles of soft water.

Only the seemingly fragile Bing’er showed the most endurance and stamina.

Seeing that Ling Zixiao and Bai Ling were both at peak Foundation Establishment their magical power unable to advance further.

Lu Changsheng planned to help both women break through to Core Formation as soon as he finished his business.

Much later.

“Husband.”

Ling Zixiao her cheeks flushed like rosy clouds caught her breath and seeing Bing’er defeated discussed Lu Ping’an’s gift of the Condensing Crystal Pill.

“Since it’s Ping’an’s heartfelt gift just keep it.”

Lu Changsheng embracing his wife’s fair voluptuous wonderful figure said softly.

Then looking at the two world-class beauties Bai Ling and Bing’er now wearing obedient and attentive expressions he took a deep breath and slowly exhaled.

Undeniably Bai Ling and Bing’er had a great relationship.

But looking at Bing’er’s confused innocent dreamlike pure gaze he always felt a slight sense of guilt.

Perhaps this was the post-activity saintly feeling that even immortal cultivation couldn’t avoid.

“Mmm~”

Ling Zixiao was very tired now and after saying a few words to Lu Changsheng gradually fell asleep.

Though Bing’er still wanted to play games seeing Ling Zixiao and Bai Ling sleeping she also embraced them to sleep.

Looking at Bing’er’s bloodless pale exquisite beautiful face Lu Changsheng recalled her appearance when she suddenly grew up after consuming his essence in earlier years.

Perhaps because he had taken the Yin-Yang Fusion Spirit Pill at that time the essence’s medicinal effects were amazing which awakened Bing’er’s second personality.

Over these years no matter how much essence she consumed or was nourished with that situation never occurred again.

“Brother~”

Seeming to sense Lu Changsheng watching her Bing’er opened her hazy innocent beautiful eyes calling out softly her voice like a clear mountain spring crisp and moving.

“Sleep now.”

Lu Changsheng gently caressed her cheek speaking softly.

Though Bing’er showed no changes these years apart from playing games and lying in her ice coffin and even Hong Lian couldn’t see through her situation.

But since he had brought her home Lu Changsheng just let things take their natural course raising her this way.

The next day after Ling Zixiao lazily got up Lu Changsheng shared some intimate moments with Bai Ling and Bing’er then went to discuss the Dao with Hong Lian.

In an elegant classical boudoir grotto-heaven luminous pearls gave off a soft glow.

Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian sat discussing the Dao on a white jade bed! The gauze curtains hanging around the bed were embroidered with a magnificent majestic and brilliantly eye-catching Vermilion Bird divine bird.

As the bed curtains swayed gently the Vermilion Bird’s magnificent body with flowing crimson flame patterns seemed to soar through the nine heavens swaying gracefully beautiful and enchanting.

Several days later Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian quietly embraced relaxed as they chatted about some events from his secret realm journey.

Though aware of Lu Changsheng’s strength and having joined forces with him to kill a fourth-stage Void Kun Hong Lian still marveled at such battles.

“Besides True Spirit families some cultivators can use techniques and secret methods to merge True Spirit blood into their bodies gaining some bloodline effects and abilities but I’m not clear on the specifics.”

“Qingluan Zhenrun likely gained the Heavenly Phoenix bloodline and mastered the Heavenly Phoenix clan’s divine abilities and secret techniques through such methods.”

Hong Lian had met Qingluan Zhenren years ago and from her methods of breaking through the Great Void and crossing void space saw her deep attainment in spatial techniques.

She suspected Qingluan Zhenren might not only have mastered Qingluan clan techniques but also had connections to the Heavenly Phoenix.

“Mm.”

Lu Changsheng nodded knowing Qingluan Zhenren likely had such secret methods and then used his Heavenly Phoenix Feather to condense the Heavenly Phoenix bloodline.

He didn’t focus much on this aspect after chatting briefly he gave Hong Lian some precious materials from this trip to identify.

“This is a Five Directions Calamity Dispelling Stone an excellent treasure for resisting Nascent Soul tribulation. It can help those forming Nascent Soul reduce tribulation power by one-tenth.”

Hong Lian examined the plain-looking irregularly shaped stone with several angles studying it briefly before explaining.

“Five Directions Calamity Dispelling Stone.”

Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow asking “Does this stone help with fourth-stage physical cultivation tribulation?”

Though confident in breaking through to fourth-stage physical cultivation after seeing the Abyssal Sea Whale King’s True Spirit tribulation he still planned to reforge his life-bound treasure the Yin-Yang Chart first having more preparations to avoid accidents.

“Yes for body cultivators such calamity dispelling treasures are even more precious.”

“Because when body cultivators face tribulation unlike Nascent Soul breakthrough where various methods can be used to pass they must complete their rebirth transformation under the tribulation”

Hong Lian spoke in her gentle pleasant voice.

Then looking at Lu Changsheng she asked “Does husband plan to break through to fourth-stage physical cultivation first?”

Unless attempting Heaven’s Dao Nascent Soul theoretically breaking through to Nascent Soul would be simpler than breaking through to fourth-stage physical cultivation.

If breaking through to Nascent Soul then attempting fourth-stage physical cultivation it would be very simple. Cultivating certain nourishing body cultivation techniques might not even attract tribulation.

“Indeed I plan to break through to fourth-stage physical cultivation in the coming time.”

Lu Changsheng smiled saying.

Hong Lian hearing this didn’t ask further believing tribulation for Lu Changsheng was assured success and continued identifying the remaining spiritual materials.

“This is Blood Metamorphosis Stone formed from a Beast King’s blood essence after death but the blood essence has completely drained. It can help beast cultivators temper flesh and bones. Husband can give it to Bai Ling or Little Xi to see if it helps.”

“This is Soul Pacifying Crystal which can preserve corpses from decay increase ghost cultivators’ soul power and can also be used to forge artifacts that nourish the soul”

“This should be some kind of snake shed but formed into spiritual material through certain circumstances I’m not clear on its specific effects”

Hong Lian was very knowledgeable but couldn’t recognize everything.

However these materials Lu Changsheng didn’t recognize were all very rare and precious.

“This is.”

At this point when Hong Lian came to a golden stone the size of a human head her brows furrowed as she examined it carefully saying “This seems to be… a Spirit Source Stone?”

“Spirit Source Stone?”

Lu Changsheng was surprised never having heard this name before.

“Spirit Source Stones are similar to Spirit Eye Stones easily forming in spirit veins and areas of dense spiritual energy.”

“But Spirit Source Stones are naturally formed by heaven and earth often containing precious materials. There’s also a theory that some precious materials and top-grade treasures happened to fall where Spirit Eye objects were about to form eventually becoming Spirit Source Stones.”

Hong Lian explained to Lu Changsheng.

“Isn’t this just like gambling with stones?”

Lu Changsheng recalled a saying from his previous life asking “So this Spirit Source Stone needs to be cut open?”

“Yes this Spirit Source Stone has some beast aura inside there might be some beast-related treasure sealed within but I can’t judge specifically. If cut open it might cause the beast inside to die or the treasure to be damaged.”

Hong Lian said explaining that the most troublesome aspect of such Spirit Source Stones was the inability to judge whether the precious materials inside were mature and complete.

“I see we’ll look at it later then.”

Lu Changsheng examined this golden stone with his Fiery Eyes of Truth but couldn’t see through it at all.

After having Hong Lian help identify the precious materials Lu Changsheng remembered he had one more gain.

The puppet that sensed romantic fortune! With a thought.

A puppet appeared its body seemingly forged from metal giving off a faint dark light traced with complex patterns its body showing some slight damage.