Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 1786: 454: Hunting a Tier-4 Demon King! The Trade Fair! (part 3)

After all, a physique like Lu Changsheng’s is a rare find, and the innate divine ability of the Nine Treasures Ruyi Bone is equally unique.

Despite Hong Lian possessing a Spirit Embryo Physique, the process of pushing her magic power from the Core Formation Sixth Layer to the Core Formation Peak carries a heavy price, necessitating an extensive period of recuperation.

"Hong Lian, thank you for your hard work," Lu Changsheng expressed his gratitude to her.

The victory would not have been achieved so effortlessly if Hong Lian had not managed the great formation to pin down the Void Kun.

"Husband, you’re being too polite," Hong Lian replied with a soft smile, her stunning beauty enough to mesmerize any observer.

"Changsheng, my lord!" Lu Miaoge and Ling Zixiao rushed toward him, their faces etched with concern for Lu Changsheng.

"Sister Miaoge, Zi Xiao." Lu Changsheng’s gaze softened as he looked upon his wives.

Lu Miaoge appeared somewhat drained and pale, having previously channeled all her mana into him to power the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror.

"Husband, are you alright?" Nangong Mili joined them, her eyes brimming with affection. She moved toward Lu Changsheng’s embrace with a look of deep devotion.

"..."

Under different circumstances, Lu Changsheng would have gladly engaged in dual cultivation with Nangong Mili to mend his wounds. However, with Hong Lian nearby and Ling Zixiao looking visibly displeased, he gave Nangong Mili a brief hug before releasing her. He cleared his throat and said, "Mili, go keep watch outside in case another demon king strikes."

"Hmph." Nangong Mili had intentionally acted out this role. Upon hearing his request, she let out a charming hum and said playfully, "Husband, rest well."

She shot a subtle look at Ling Zixiao before walking away with an elegant stride.

"Hmph, vixen!" Ling Zixiao snorted, having no fondness for the outsider Nangong Mili.

"Ahem, Zi Xiao, I am leaving the celestial city formation in your hands," Lu Changsheng said, choosing not to comment on the friction. He then released his Three Treasures Incarnation.

Although the incarnation was currently weakened, with its combat effectiveness reduced to a tenth, it was still sufficient to monitor the situation.

"Alright, my lord, please get some rest." Ling Zixiao nodded, well aware of the massive energy Lu Changsheng had expended to use the [Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror].

"I will also go and keep watch," Lu Miaoge added, joining the Three Treasures Incarnation to serve as an additional deterrent.

...

As the celestial city formation was deactivated, a flood of cultivators poured out to hunt lingering demon beasts or collect materials from the fallen creatures.

However, the Sea Splitting Mysterious Whale remained stationed outside the Immortal City. Its mouth was like a dark abyss as it consumed the eight-claw demon fish, terrifying the cultivators. None dared to enter the water for scavenging, fearing the Sea Splitting Mysterious Whale might decide to make them its next meal.

If they were swallowed by the whale, there would be no one to turn to for justice.

While some cultivators hunted the retreating beasts, various major powers dispatched messengers to spread word of the events at Great Dream Immortal City.

The news that the typically quiet Great Dream City Lord possessed the strength to slay a Fourth Rank Demon King was bound to send shockwaves through the Jiang Country Cultivation Realm!

The four great immortal sects were stunned, and the cultivators from the Heavenly Sword Sect found themselves speechless.

"Young City Lord?" The resident elder of the Heavenly Sword Sect approached Lu Lingxiao with a respectful bow.

While he had been polite to Lu Lingxiao before, he now showed genuine deference. Lu Lingxiao’s parents were capable of killing Fourth Rank Demon Kings; such power meant they would likely reach the Nascent Soul stage soon. The elder knew better than to treat him as a mere junior.

"The beast tide struck, and my father simply intended to settle the matter permanently. There were no other motives," Lu Lingxiao explained calmly.

Lu Changsheng had always taught him that while they should not go looking for trouble, they must never back down from it. They should respect the Heavenly Sword Sect as the leader of Jiang Country, but they did not need to be subservient.

Suddenly, a voice spoke directly into Lu Lingxiao’s ear.

"Xiao’er, inform them that once the [Vast Sand Illusion Realm] concludes, Great Dream Immortal City will hold a whale hunting banquet. We invite the four great immortal sects of Jiang Country and any Nascent Soul cultivators to join us and exchange insights on Cultivation."

"Furthermore, our Immortal City will provide various rare heavenly and earthly treasures for a trade fair, and we welcome everyone to participate in bartering."

Lu Changsheng had sent this message to his son.

He knew that his feat of killing a Fourth Rank Demon King would quickly become known throughout Jiang Country and the surrounding regions. The Heavenly Sword Sect would not ignore such a development.

By inviting the four great immortal sects and Azure Phoenix Immortal City, Lu Changsheng intended to show his openness and strength. With the protection of the celestial city formation and the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror, he had nothing to fear from even a Nascent Soul True Lord.

The event would also allow him to sell treasures and perhaps acquire items he needed. At the Nascent Soul level, most essential heavenly and earthly treasures had to be obtained through networking with powerful figures rather than simple market purchases.

In the past, Lu Changsheng had missed high-level auctions held by the Heavenly Sword Sect due to timing or lack of goods. Now, with the Vast Sand Illusion Realm ending, attendees might have valuable new items to trade.

"True Man Huang..." After receiving the instructions, Lu Lingxiao relayed the message to the Heavenly Sword Sect elder.

"You can count on me, Young City Lord!" the elder replied with a smile.

Having been stationed at Great Dream Immortal City for years, he had been unsure how to report these massive shifts. An official invitation to a banquet and trade fair was the perfect way to bridge the gap between the sect and the City Lord.

...

Inside the City Lord Mansion.

"Ah, time is of the essence," Lu Changsheng sighed, looking at the massive carcass of the Void Kun.

Time was his most precious resource right now. While he lacked Nascent Soul resources, he was rich in heavenly and earthly treasures, secret techniques, and divine abilities.

With enough time, his power would reach new heights. By utilizing the Xuan Huang Essence, the Brahman Demon True Body, and the remains of the Void Kun, he was certain he could push his body refinement to the Fourth Rank.

Once he achieved Fourth Rank body refinement, he would stand on equal footing with Nascent Soul Cultivators. Furthermore, the Sea Splitting Mysterious Whale was expected to evolve into a Sea Splitting Mystic Dragon Whale in the coming years. After its breakthrough, it would soon become a Fourth Rank Demon King.

With a Fourth Rank beast guarding the Great Dream Marsh, his own body refinement, and his powerful mirror, Great Dream Immortal City would be truly invincible.

Lu Changsheng didn't stop to count his spoils yet. He placed a formation seal on the Void Kun to preserve its spiritual essence and gave the remains of the Roaring Sea Shark to the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng. Even though the Peng hadn't fought, Lu Changsheng wanted his companion to reach the Third Rank Top Level as soon as possible.

"Leave these specific parts alone; I need them for future artifact refining," he commanded the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng.

After giving his orders, Lu Changsheng retired to the cave mansion with Hong Lian to begin healing through dual cultivation.