Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 1754: 446: The Qingyun Sect’s Attitude! (2)
Previously on Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family...
A wave of maternal pride washed over her as she recalled Lu Changsheng’s news: their daughter, Nangong Yaoyao, had successfully attained the Core Formation stage.
Nangong Yaoyao had always displayed brilliant intellect and a natural talent for Cultivation. Now that she was part of an elite power like the Immortal Lotus Sect, she had surpassed any contemporary from the Jin, Jiang, or Yue Kingdoms.
Deeply missing her child, she yearned for the day Lu Changsheng would reach the Nascent Soul realm, allowing the two of them to travel and visit Nangong Yaoyao together.
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Following a conversation with Lu Qingxuan where he provided some essential Cultivation pointers, Lu Changsheng spent some time wandering Azure Phoenix Immortal City with Nangong Mili and Lu Minghuang before departing for Qingxuan Mountain.
Qingxuan Mountain had developed significantly over the years, having established a puppet manufacturing facility and hired numerous spiritual farmers and craftsmen.
The construction of this workshop had been remarkably efficient, largely due to the technical expertise inherited from the Bi Lake Mountain Lu Family.
Leveraging the prestigious reputation of the Heavenly Talisman Lu Family, many wandering cultivators had arrived either to purchase high-quality puppets or to apply for apprenticeships.
Lu Changsheng viewed these developments with approval.
While the actual Spirit Stone profit was secondary to him, the fact that his offspring were becoming capable leaders and that this family expansion model could be replicated elsewhere was invaluable.However, he found that Xiao Xiyue, Lu Wangshu, and Lu Lingxiao were currently absent.
Xiao Xiyue had recently finished a ten-year Sect mission and had returned to her headquarters to submit her final report.
Seeing an opportunity, Lu Wangshu decided to accompany her, leading her and Lu Lingxiao to board a Spiritual Vessel bound for the Great Dream Marsh.
"Very well."
After ensuring his son had all the resources he required and offering further Cultivation insights, Lu Changsheng began the journey back to Bi Lake Mountain with Nangong Mili and Lu Minghuang.
Although he didn't plan for Nangong Mili to live there permanently, he felt it was important to introduce her to Meng Xiaochan.
Furthermore, he was eager to see his son Lu Qingshan, who was supposed to be returning home.
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Two weeks later, Lu Changsheng arrived at Bi Lake Mountain.
The sight of Lu Changsheng returning with a strange woman and a ten-year-old boy left Lu Miaoyun and the rest of the household quite startled.
Had they not been so familiar with their husband’s character—knowing he wasn't the type to simply pick up a widow and her child—they might have suspected he had brought home an instant family.
"This boy is Minghuang. Regarding his history..."
Lu Changsheng maintained no secrets with Lu Miaoyun, immediately clarifying the identities of his companions.
"The Heavenly Spider Envoy from the Five Poisons Cult? Little Chan’s own master?"
Lu Miaoyun was shocked to learn that the woman was a Nascent Soul True Man of the demonic path and the mentor of Meng Xiaochan.
She recalled Lu Changsheng mentioning Nangong Mili years ago and had even looked into her history back then.
However, she kept her composure and instead updated Lu Changsheng on the family's affairs during his year-long absence.
"Qingshan and the others headed to the Great Dream Marsh as well?"
Lu Changsheng’s brows rose in surprise upon hearing that Lu Qingshan, Lu Qingzhu, Meng Xiaochan, and Lu Linghe had all departed for that region.
He wondered if they had managed to meet up with Lu Wangshu and Lu Lingxiao.
"Indeed. Since Qingsong has been stationed at the Great Dream Marsh for so long, Qingshan decided to take Little Bamboo there for a visit..."
Lu Miaoyun spoke in her usual soft tone.
She then added, "Also, husband, Xi Yue visited earlier. She asked to be notified the moment you returned."
"I have a feeling this involves Little Black, and perhaps Qingshan’s recent activities..."
Even though Xiao Xiyue hadn't been specific, Lu Miaoyun’s intuition as the Main Mother of the clan allowed her to piece the situation together.
"Understood. I shall visit the Qingyun Sect shortly," Lu Changsheng replied.
He had a good idea of what was happening. Between owning a Third Rank Demon King and having a genius like Lu Qingshan in the family, it was inevitable that the Qingyun Sect would take notice.
Because of his bond with Xiao Xiyue and Qingshan's status, the Sect couldn't use force or underhanded tactics.
They likely wanted to negotiate and gauge the family's loyalty.
In the following days, Lu Changsheng enjoyed the company of his wives and concubines.
He also took the time to check on Lu Qingyue’s progress.
His son was still busy refining his Qi using the Mysterious Heaven Spiritual Vine and the Six-eyed Bodhi Seed.
The process had not only boosted his spiritual power but had also tempered his physical form, blood vitality, and divine sense; he was now on the verge of reaching a Perfect Foundation Base.
At this stage, further refinement was unnecessary as he had reached the natural limit of his current realm.
Lu Changsheng advised him to seek a breakthrough into Foundation Establishment within the underground palace, hoping the unique environment might provide additional karmic benefits.
While visiting the palace, Lu Changsheng noticed a small, walnut-sized fruit growing on the Mysterious Heaven Spiritual Vine.
With the aid of the Myriad Spirits Bottle, he calculated it would take about five or six years to ripen.
He felt a surge of anticipation, eager to see what kind of mystical properties this fruit would possess.
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A fortnight later.
Lu Changsheng reached the Mingyue Residence on Caiyun Peak.
After their private time together...
"The Sect Leader is curious about your future intentions. Currently..."
Xiao Xiyue, looking as ethereal as a fairy from the Moon Palace with her skin glowing softly, whispered while resting in Lu Changsheng’s arms.
The Sect Leader had recently reached out to her, expressing that the rapid growth of the Heavenly Talisman Lu Family was becoming difficult to ignore.
Such a powerful entity could disrupt the balance of power within the Qingyun Sect’s territory, so the leadership wanted to know his long-term goals.
Since new territories had opened in the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range, several Third-tier Spiritual Lands were available. The Sect was willing to help the Lu Family secure one.
Alternatively, the Sect offered to help the family develop a portion of a Third Rank Spirit Vein if they preferred to stay elsewhere.
"Haha."
Lu Changsheng laughed softly. It was clear the Qingyun Sect Leader found the Lu Family too difficult to manage and was hoping to relocate them.
It was a logical move.
Given his ties to Xiao Xiyue, Lu Qingshan, and the Great Dream Immortal City, the Sect preferred diplomacy over confrontation.
By helping them relocate, the Sect ensured the Lu Family remained an ally while moving them out of their immediate hair.
Furthermore, accepting help with a Spirit Vein would place the family in the Sect's debt—a favor that would eventually need to be returned.