Chapter 88: Changsheng, Grandma Will Speak to Miaoyun for You

“After having a room together, drawing talismans becomes much easier. Even some of the unclear, incomprehensible parts become smooth after more time together?”

The Fourth Elder was taken aback upon hearing this, falling into deep thought.

Although Lu Changsheng’s words sounded quite incredible.

She did not doubt the truth of this statement.

After all, nothing is impossible in the world of cultivation.

Not to mention enhancing talisman-making skills through intimacy.

She had heard of even more bizarre and unimaginable things.

Moreover, having interacted with Lu Changsheng for so long, she had some level of trust in him.

She felt there was no need for him to deceive her with such statements.

Besides, the facts were in front of her.

Lu Changsheng proved his words with actions.

“Could Changsheng possess some kind of physique related to talisman-making?”

The Fourth Elder speculated inwardly.

Only this reason could explain Lu Changsheng’s situation.

A farm boy, having no contact with cultivation or talismans, yet astonishingly talented in talisman creation.

Through self-study and exploration, in a year and a half’s time, he became a novice Talisman Master.

Moreover, despite spending much time and energy on matters of love, he made rapid progress in talisman-making.

She had thought about this issue before.

But she just considered that Lu Changsheng was exceptionally talented in talisman-making and was diligent and hardworking.

But now thinking it over, if Lu Changsheng had a talisman-related spiritual body, everything would make sense.

“Grandma, do you know what’s going on with me?”

Lu Changsheng asked as he saw the Fourth Elder deep in thought.

“Changsheng, I have never heard of such a scenario.”

The Fourth Elder shook her head and asked, “Apart from this, do you have any other unusual aspects?”

“No, I used to feel that after intimacy, my touch with talismans would improve slightly and thoughts become clearer, but I didn’t think much or pay much attention.”

“It was only after I visited Jiulong Market this time that I gradually discovered this influence on my talisman-making, so I became somewhat indulgent for a while.”

Lu Changsheng explained.

Although he intended to attribute his situation to a spiritual body, he couldn’t make it sound too exaggerated or implausible.

He just needed to explain it away and get by.

It would save him from worrying about the Lu Family’s attitude when marrying more wives or concubines in the future.

“Changsheng, Grandma suspects you might possess some special talisman-related physique?”

The Fourth Elder mused softly, voicing her speculation.

“A talisman physique?”

“Grandma, I also wondered before if I might be some sort of spiritual body, but there are too few records about spiritual bodies, and I haven’t found any similar cases.”

Lu Changsheng continued.

“Information about spiritual bodies is scant, and Grandma doesn’t know much either.”

“Grandma speculates this way because spiritual bodies differ from spirit roots; strange and unusual physiques are possible.”

The Fourth Elder sighed softly.

She looked at Lu Changsheng with a serious expression and reminded him, “Changsheng, never reveal this to anyone. If others find out, it could bring you danger and trouble.”

The Fourth Elder advised.

“Don’t worry, Grandma, I definitely won’t tell anyone else. It’s only to you that I confide.”

Lu Changsheng assured.

“Good, good, Changsheng, rest assured, Grandma will keep this secret for you.”

The Fourth Elder felt very comforted upon hearing this.

She thought this grandson-in-law was not a waste of affection, treating her as family.

Then she said, “Changsheng, regarding your situation, Grandma won’t say much about your affairs with women.”

“But remember, talismans are important, yet your body and cultivation are fundamental.”

“If your body and cultivation don’t measure up, making progress in talismans will be difficult, so don’t overindulge in affairs and take care of your health, and train well.”

“As for marrying more wives and concubines, as long as it’s not too excessive, Grandma will help speak on your behalf with the Lu Family and Miaoyun.”

The Fourth Elder advised earnestly.

She knew that with such a physique, it was impossible for Lu Changsheng to avoid women.

She hoped Lu Changsheng would take it slow.

Not to exhaust the resources and ruin himself.

“Grandma, I understand.”

Lu Changsheng nodded immediately.

“Good, if you’re aware, then it’s fine.”

Hearing this, the Fourth Elder nodded and didn’t say much more.

Knowing that this grandson-in-law, apart from women and having children, was excellent in all other aspects.

He was a reasonable and judicious person.

Reflecting on his visit to Jiulong Market, it seemed attributed to his physique, leading to temporary indulgence.

She suddenly felt Lu Changsheng’s fondness and physique were truly a perfect match.

“Changsheng, do be cautious with having children as well.”

“Otherwise, too many children later would be a burden and impact yourself.”

The Fourth Elder recalled Lu Changsheng having eleven children in half a year and said.

Family children, though a strength and heritage, could become a burden at a certain point.

Not only would energy be drained, but one might also be drawn into whirlpools at times.

“Grandma, you know I have no great ambitions nor seek the distant and elusive Foundation Establishment.”

“Living as I am, I am content and just want to have more children, filling our halls with descendants.”

“If my children have spirit roots, I will fully support their cultivation, making their future paths easier and further.”

Lu Changsheng stated.

It wasn’t his first time talking about this ‘aspiration’ to outsiders, thus speaking very sincerely.

“Alright, Grandma understands. Just take care of yourself and don’t delay cultivation.”

The Fourth Elder sighed slightly upon hearing.

Knowing that Lu Changsheng had little ambition or pursuit in immortality.

His only obsession lay in having wives and children.

Considering Lu Changsheng’s Ninth-Tier Spirit Root, she chose to understand this situation.

Moreover, for the Lu Family, they hoped Lu Changsheng remained this way.

A person seeking stable life, warmth with family, was better than someone filled with ambition solely pursuing the Dao.

“Thank you, Grandma.”

Lu Changsheng cupped his fists respectfully.

Knowing this matter had passed.

And with the shield of the spiritual body, future explanations for marriages, children, or talisman advancements would be more convenient.

“Heh, all family here, why such politeness with Grandma?”

The Fourth Elder smiled kindly.

Immediately began guiding Lu Changsheng in drawing Frost Talismans.

After teaching the Frost Talisman, considering Lu Changsheng’s physique and the prolonged return from Jiulong Market, the Fourth Elder taught him two other mid-tier talismans.

Not for him to learn immediately but to explain.

Making future self-study easier.

After talisman-making, she spent some time holding the great-grandchild and chatting with Lu Miaoyun before leaving.

In the blink of an eye, three days passed.

During this time, besides accompanying his wives, Lu Changsheng met with Li Feiyu.

To chat and catch up with this friend.

His friend continued to work tirelessly.

Running a butcher shop, tending spiritual fields, doing menial work, with two Black Swines at home.

Lu Changsheng knew advising him was useless, so he refrained from more persuasion.

They shared a meal, talked, and as he left, he handed out red packets to a few children.

“Let’s go.”

Lu Changsheng took Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen out heading to Jiulong Market.

This trip, Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen accmpanied him to Jiulong Market.

He had discussed with his wives beforehand.

Each time he returned, he would bring two wives for a short stay at Jiulong Market.

Bringing two people due to limited seats on the Second Elder’s flying boat.

Too many would leave no room.

Before leaving, he entrusted Lu Lanshu with handling talisman trades with Hong Yi.

She was to exchange talismans if their people arrived.

These transactions were straightforward, just an exchange of goods for money.

Their dealings had increased, from thirty lower-tier talismans every three months to fifty lower-tier and ten mid-tier talismans.

Lu Changsheng, with two women, arrived at the mountain gate of Qingzhu Mountain, seeing the waiting Second Elder and two other Lu Family disciples.

He had informed the Second Elder the day before about taking Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen to iulong Market.

“Second Elder!”

“Second Elder!”

“Second Grandpa!”

The three greeted respectfully.

“Since you’re here, let’s depart.”

Smiling, the Second Elder nodded.

He released the flying boat for everyone to board.

Qu Zhenzhen was riding it for the first time, feeling very nervous, clinging tightly to Lu Changsheng.

During the boat’s flight, she curiously observed the surroundings, timidly whispering to Lu Changsheng.

Though whispered softly, everyone could hear it.

And so, after a day and a half.

The flying boat landed smoothly outside Jiulong Market.

Lu Changsheng arranged long-term identity tokens for both Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen.

Although they’d stay for only six months, short-term ones were valid for two weeks, making long-term more convenient.

After saying goodbye to the Second Elder, Lu Changsheng brought the two women to his residence.

“Young Miss!”

Xiaoqing, six months pregnant, with a rounded belly.

Seeing Lu Miaoyun, her face flushed wth embarrassment.

Initially, Lu Miaoyun sent her to watch oer Lu Changsheng at Jiulong Market.

But she ended up with a big belly herself.

“Sister Miaoyun, Sister Zhenzhen!”

Guan Xin greeted both of them.

Subsequently, Lu Changsheng introduced Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen to ther women in the courtyard.

“Greetings, Madam!”

“Greetings, Madam!”

“Greetings, Madam!”

Shao Yuyao and other maids bowed.

Though most were pregnant.

In this kind of world, distinctions between wives and maids were inevitable.

Even though Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen kne in advance about Lu Changsheng having many concubines at Jiulong Market.

Seeing so many ladies, all pregnant, they couldn’t help but feel a bit jealous.

Lu Changsheng noticed his wives’ jealousy.

After introductions, he took them out to stroll the streets, eat, and enjoy.

Living in Qingzhu Valley was monotonous and dull.

In Jiulong Market, enjoying food and fun, they were delighted, dissipating any slight dissatisfaction.

In those three days, Lu Changsheng spent over a hundred Spirit Stones, indulging two women in shopping and entertainment.

With Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen at ome, Lu Changsheng’s lifestyle barely changed.

He only restrained in affairs of love compared to before.

No longer the daily large shared bed.

In a blink, more than half a month passed.

Lu Changsheng received news from White Jade Tower, that the servant girl he purchased, Xiao Yueru, had arrived for him to inspect.

Thus, he went to White Jade Tower to see the servant girl.

With serene, elegant features, her hair beautifully styled, giving a mature allure.

Her almond eyes dull and listless, a high bridge nose with alluring lips promising a sweet smile.

She wore a water-blue ruqun, her figure tall and slender, bosom full and nearly bursting, exuding charm, her shapely hips bound to draw eyes.

“Yueru greets Mr. Lu.”

Xiao Yueru spoke softly with a slightly pale face, as gentle as willows swaying on the water.

“Miss Xiao, are you willing to be my servant girl?”

Lu Changsheng looked at Xiao Yueru calmly.

Even spending money, he never forced anyone!

Xiao Yueru knew her fate.

Such things left no room for rejection.

Moreover, the young man before her didn’t seem like a bad person.

With a faint smile, she bowed and replied, “Yueru is willing to be your servant girl.”

This smile was indeed sweet, blending youthful allure with mature charm perfectly.

“Alright, Steward Feng, I’m quite satisfied.”

Lu Changsheng smiled faintly at Feng Jiuniang.

Completing the transaction.

Holding Xiao Yueru’s Spirit Contract, he took her home.

Along the way, Lu Changsheng explained to Xiao Yueru that he bought servant girls to have children.

As long as she bore several children, she’d be treated well.

He didn’t ask about Xiao Yueru’s past.

These matters, having passed through White Jade Tower, were not his concern.

He lacked the capacity and capability to resolve them.

Afterward, Lu Changsheng felt a sense of deja vu.

He recalled when he was eliminated by Azure Cloud Sect, and Lu Yuanshan Ding offered a marriage proposal for fifty children in twenty years.

His current situation mirrored Lu Yuanshan Ding back then.

“This is what people are.”

He contemplated.

With a light laugh, he thought, “Whether good or bad, if the conscience is clear!”

At home, having informed Lu Miaoyun about Xiao Yueru, se had no objections.

Xiao Yueru was settled to share with another maid.

After Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen arrved, the courtyard felt smaller.

So several maids shared rooms.

Seeing Lu Miaoyun and Qu Zhenzhen occsionally bored, Lu Changsheng taught them talisman-making.

Hoping his skills might make them Talisman Masters.

After evaluation by the Fourth Elder, Lu Miaoyun had no talent.

Qu Zhenzhen was slightly better, but not by much.

Lu Changsheng sighed inwardly, fearing it would be difficult to teach his children skills.

Without talent, only money could help.

But results from such methods would be limited.

Time flew by. Over a month passed.

Xiao Yueru successfully conceived under Lu Changsheng’s care.

And Shao Yuyao’s child was born.

To Lu Changsheng’s regret, this child had no spirit root.

Half a month later.

In the Talisman Shop, third-floor talisman room.

“Phew!”

Lu Changsheng exhaled deeply, gazing at the floating Black Dragon Pearl, eyes full of joy.

After nearly three months of refining, the treasure was finally ready for fusion.

He removed his shirt, revealing well-defined muscles and a firm chest.

He intended to fuse the Black Dragon Pearl within his sternum.

However, only one Artifact could be fused in a location.

To fuse the Black Dragon Pearl, he had to remove the Magic Artifact Fragment from his sternum.

“Tsh!”

Lu Changsheng softly commanded, channeling the Hundred Refined Body Technique, luminous energy swirling over his chest, the dark iron forming a black mark, gently shifting.

Gradually, a black fragment emerged slowly from his chest, inch by inch.

After a while, the fragment was extracted.

Lu Changsheng drank some Emerald Bamboo Wine, then took a Spirit Stone, replenishing his vital energy.

The refining and extraction had drained him significantly.

He needed to restore his energy before continuing to fuse the Black Dragon Pearl.

Once his energy was replenished, he began the fusion process.

Under the spiritual infusion, the Black Dragon Pearl slowly assimilated into his chest.

Time passed as the Black Dragon Pearl merged completely into his sternum.

A pattern of a Black Dragon Pearl appeared on his chest.

As it entered his sternum, Lu Changsheng felt immense power washing through and refining his flesh, meridians, and bones.

He felt the Hundred Refined Body Technique endlessly training and improving.

“So this is the effect of Artifact fusion! A hundred times better than the previous fragment!”

“With this refining force, even if I don’t train, in two and a half years, my technique will break through the second level.”

Experiencing the refining force of the Black Dragon Pearl, he beamed with joy.

Artifact-in-body cultivation was many times better than expected.

If this continues, his physical strength could surpass his Qi Refining abilities.

“Wonder when I’ll draw a Qi Refining manual.”

“I’ve had enough of this Return Yuan Technique.”

He sighed, wishing for a Qi technique like the Hundred Refined Body Technique.

It would enhance both his base and strength, possibly quickening his cultivation speed.

“But Xiaoqing is about to give birth. With a child possessing a spirit root, there might be a chance for a draft.”

He exhaled deeply, contemplating.

He prepared to dress, admiring the pattern on his chest, a faint dragon unfurling, and nodded in satisfaction.

“Looks much better this way.”

The new pattern was far better than the dark birthmark-like glyph remnants.

“This fragment has little spiritual essence left, unnecessary to fuse elsewhere.”

He observed the fragment in his hand.

The fragment had supported nearly a year of training.

Its spiritual essence nearly exhausted.

Had there been more, he could have fused it into his hand or foot bones to aid training.

Noticing the late hour, Lu Changsheng tidied up, leaving the Talisman Shop to return home.