Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 1750: 445: The Deeply Disturbing Azure Phoenix True Monarch

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Lu Qingshan returns to the family estate after successfully slaying a Tier 3 Flame Lion, a feat that leaves the clan disciples in awe of his prowess as a sword cultivator. In his absence, the family’s spiritual beast, the Nine Netherhound, has also advanced to the Third Rank, drawing the attention of the Spirit Taming Sect. While Lu Qingshan reunites with his mother and aunt, he learns of his father’s continued absence from the mountain. To witness the newly ascended Demon King and find his siblings, Qingshan sets out toward White Tiger Mountain alongside a representative from the Spirit Taming Sect.

Upon the arrival of Lu Qingshan, Lu Chensha, and Canglang Zhenren at White Tiger Mountain, Lu Xuanyu and the Nine Netherhound detected the oppressive aura of a Core Formation expert and immediately flew out to meet them.

"What a magnificent beast!"

Canglang Zhenren’s eyes sparkled with instant admiration as he beheld the Nine Netherhound, noting its pitch-black coat, its massive, powerful frame, and its fearsome, savage visage.

Having been raised in the Spirit Taming Sect and immersed in the art of beast taming since his youth, he could evaluate a creature’s potential simply by observing its physical stature and appearance.

Given that his own life-bound beast was a Canglang, his expertise regarding wolf-type demon beasts was particularly profound.

"That demon evil qi..."

Lu Qingshan’s eyes narrowed as he observed the creature. He realized that this family guardian was no ordinary beast; its presence far eclipsed the Flame Lion he had previously slain.

"Uncle Chensha..."

Lu Xuanyu offered a respectful bow to Lu Chensha before turning a bewildered gaze toward Lu Qingshan and Canglang Zhenren.

Though he had met Lu Qingshan in the past, the subtle yet heavy pressure of the Core Formation realm made him hesitate to confirm the man's identity.

"This is Brother Qingshan, Lu Qingshan. Because he joined the Jinyang Sect in Yue Country, he is rarely home. He has returned after breaking through to Core Formation, and having heard that Jiuyou reached the Third Rank, he wished to see him."

"Accompanying him is Canglang Zhenren from the Spirit Taming Sect. He was curious about Jiuyou's condition, so Auntie instructed me to escort the true person here..."

Lu Chensha spoke up quickly to introduce the guests and clarify their presence.

"Uncle Qingshan, it truly is you!"

Confirming that this powerful cultivator was indeed Lu Qingshan, Lu Xuanyu was struck with shock and bowed deeply: "Lu Xuanyu offers his respects to Uncle Qingshan and to Canglang Zhenren."

Gesturing toward the beast, he added, "This is Jiuyou."

As a Third Rank Demon King possessed of significant intelligence, Jiuyou merely spared them a calm glance upon hearing their purpose, remaining perfectly still.

Nevertheless, Canglang Zhenren could detect a buried ferocity within the Nine Netherhound’s eyes.

"This demon king is remarkably docile toward a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator of the Lu Family, showing none of the typical arrogance of its rank. Yet, it looks at me with clear hostility, while showing none toward Lu Qingshan or Lu Chensha."

"Is it possible this demon beast identifies allies specifically through the Lu Family bloodline?"

Canglang Zhenren felt a burning curiosity to investigate the Nine Netherhound’s circumstances more deeply.

However, the demon king’s Qi signature was intimidating, and with a Lu Family sword cultivator capable of killing Third Rank beasts standing right there, he felt it was inappropriate to pry.

Consequently, he entered White Tiger Mountain, asked a few brief questions regarding the Nine Netherhound, and offered three bottles of elixirs suitable for demon beasts as a polite gesture before departing.

Watching Canglang Zhenren vanish atop his divine rainbow, Lu Qingshan gave a soft laugh and asked, "Xuanyu, are Little Bamboo and Little Xi around?"

Understanding he meant his aunts, Lu Qingzhu and Lu Qingqi, Lu Xuanyu explained that they had visited White Tiger Mountain briefly but were currently at Flower Fruit Mountain.

"Understood."

Lu Qingshan made no further attempt to interact with the Nine Netherhound. Instead, he transformed into a streak of sword light, flying straight toward Flower Fruit Mountain to find his sisters.

Upon his arrival, he discovered Lu Qingzhu and Lu Qingqi gathering fruit in the company of Meng Xiaochan, Lu Linghe, and the other two sisters.

"Brother! You're back!"

The two girls, overcome with joy at seeing Lu Qingshan, ran toward him with excitement.

While catching up with them, Lu Qingshan’s gaze shifted toward Meng Xiaochan and the others, his eyes tightening slightly.

Even though Meng Xiaochan’s cultivation and Qi were well-concealed from the average eye, Lu Qingshan—a high-level sword cultivator with a clear sword heart and sharp spiritual perception—instantly recognized her as a Nascent Soul level powerhouse.

Furthermore, her internal mana and Qi felt remarkably distinct.

"Why is there a Nascent Soul cultivator residing on Flower Fruit Mountain?"

Lu Qingshan was inwardly startled. He then looked at the young girl beside her, roughly eleven or twelve years old, with a face as delicate as porcelain.

Despite being only at the Foundation Establishment stage, she carried a strangely profound and mysterious aura.

Lu Qingzhu introduced Meng Xiaochan as Auntie Meng Xiangzi, and identified the three young girls as his sisters: Lu Linghe, Lu Baixi, and Lu Mengchan.

"..."

Lu Qingshan was well aware of his father’s reputation.

Returning after decades to find a group of unknown siblings was to be expected.

What he hadn't anticipated was stumbling upon a Nascent Soul auntie during a casual stroll through Flower Fruit Mountain.

He wondered if staying home for a year or two would result in him meeting nearly a dozen such Nascent Soul aunties.

"I see."

Though naturally reserved, Lu Qingshan was not cold. He gave a polite nod to Meng Xiaochan and retrieved several items from his storage ring to serve as gifts for his three new sisters.

Among them, Lu Linghe was vibrant and friendly, while one sister remained cold and distant, and the third appeared quite timid.

Thankfully, Lu Qingzhu and Lu Qingqi were close with them and helped bridge the gap during the introductions.

...

By the following day, the news that the Lu family’s long-absent son, Lu Qingshan, had achieved Core Formation and slain a Third Rank Demon King upon his return spread like wildfire, becoming the talk of the region.

Had this occurred within a typical family, people would have simply praised them for producing a dragon among men.

However, because this happened to the Heavenly Talisman Lu Family, many rival clans were left in a state of shock.

It had not been long since the appearance of a Third Rank Demon King at the Lu Family’s Bi Lake Mountain had stunned the public.

Now, barely months later, another Nascent Soul-level combatant had emerged from the Lu Family, bringing with him the prestige of slaying a Third Rank beast. It was almost unbelievable.

Regardless of how much luck the Lu Family possessed or how much their ancestral graves were 'glowing,' there had to be a limit to such fortune.

Even with the increase of Nascent Soul cultivators in Jiang Country following the recent wars, the rate at which the Lu Family was producing powerhouses was nothing short of preposterous.