Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 1883: 487: Heavenly Sword Sect’s Speculation, Ling Zixiao Attempts Core Formation!
Previously on Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family...
"Fellow Daoist, your assurance puts my mind at rest," Yun replied with composure.
Absolute Sword True Monarch cupped his hands in respect before departing.
Regarding the Shadow Sect representative, he promised to return with fitting compensation when the moment arrived.
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"Dealing with the straightforward folks from the Heavenly Sword Sect feels quite invigorating, even if they're blunt."
As Absolute Sword True Monarch left, Lu Changsheng arched an eyebrow faintly.
Yet, upon recalling the Heavenly Sword Sect's ploy with the [Tianyuan Secret Realm] to lure and trap the Heavenly Fiend True Monarch, along with their ongoing plots against the Jin Kingdom, he quickly set aside that thought.
Their ability to reach the Nascent Soul realm and stand out among contemporaries proved they weren't naive or straightforward at all.
"True strength in the cultivation world comes from within; plots and tricks are just side roads. They're okay now and then, but relying on them constantly will surely bring disaster in time."
Compared to underhanded plots, Lu Changsheng favored direct approaches, adapting to situations, and seizing opportunities boldly!"Husband,"
Just then, Hong Lian glided over gracefully, her form alluring and poised, asking if anything significant had transpired with Absolute Sword True Monarch.
Lu Changsheng shared the details of their discussion.
"Husband, you're always so lenient,"
Hong Lian murmured tenderly, linking her arm with his.
"As the dominant force in Jiang Country, the Heavenly Sword Sect projects an image of justice and splendor outwardly. In times of trouble, fostering a positive connection can't hurt."
Lu Changsheng was well aware that Absolute Sword True Monarch's remarks had been a test, angling for elite strength without much expense.
Having resided in Jiang Country for over a century, he harbored a positive view of the Heavenly Sword Sect overall.
Provided they posed no threat to his clan, he was content to keep amicable ties with them.
"Hong Lian, you'll oversee the forthcoming Immortal City auction and the Shadow Sect dealings, while I escort Zi Xiao home for her Core Formation attempt."
Lu Changsheng instructed Hong Lian.
With the whale-hunting feast now over, he had pressing tasks ahead.
Like aiding his wife Ling Zixiao in Core Formation.
Crafting the Heaven-replenishing Elixir!
Restoring the pilfered magical treasures!
Restarting the Brahman Demon True Body cultivation!
And joining Nangong Mili on her trip to the Five Poisons Cult.
"Don't worry, husband; I'll manage everything,"
Hong Lian assured him, typically immersed in cultivation and detached from worldly matters, yet she softened into a picture of warmth around Lu Changsheng.
Nevertheless, as a Nascent Soul True Lord and former leader, her skills were beyond doubt.
She merely understood the gentle demeanor he cherished, so she embodied it effortlessly, soft like flowing water.
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"Come along, Zi Xiao,"
Given Ling Zixiao's aptitude and Dao Foundation, bolstered by a Co-Cultivation Magical Treasure and the Core Formation supplies Lu Changsheng had gathered, achieving a Superior Grade Golden Core seemed guaranteed.
Still, during his other wives' Core Formations, Lu Changsheng had stayed close to guard and support them, and for Ling Zixiao, he felt compelled to do the same.
Besides, Ling Zixiao harbored a fierce, unyielding spirit beneath her surface.
Should any accident occur or her Core Formation fall short of peers like Lu Miaoge, it could shatter her resolve.
Therefore, to ensure success, despite Ling Zixiao's claims of handling it solo, Lu Changsheng planned to stand by her once his duties were settled.
"My Lord, thank you,"
Even as Ling Zixiao politely refused his aid, urging him to tend to his own affairs first, his devotion filled her with delight.
"As husband and wife, no thanks are needed; if anything, I've been too occupied lately and overlooked you, Zi Xiao,"
Lu Changsheng murmured softly, clasping her slender hand.
Afterward, he led her and their daughter Lu Linghe back to Bi Lake Mountain.
Great Dream Immortal City served as a fine spot for Core Formation too,
but Bi Lake Mountain, under the watchful Mount Sumeru Tree King, could help channel natural spiritual energy, purify thoughts, and clear paths to insight, offering real aid during Core Formation.
Additionally, Bi Lake Mountain nurtured the Mysterious Heaven Spiritual Vine.
Though luck remains intangible, shared blessings might subtly bolster one's efforts, providing that extra edge!
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Upon arriving at Bi Lake Mountain, Lu Changsheng left his daughter in Lu Ping’an's care and gave him the Cave Mystique Treasure Mirror.
This allowed him to mentor and assess the family's young cultivators in his downtime, before Lu Changsheng turned to enhancing Ling Zixiao's Co-Cultivation Magical Treasure, the [Divine Fiend Diagram].
Ling Zixiao, for her part, headed straight to Mount Sumeru Cave Heaven, settling into meditation to refine her condition.
Meanwhile, Absolute Sword True Monarch made his way back to the Heavenly Sword Sect, briefing Xuanjian True Monarch on the occurrences.
"Deep Sea Demon Whale King, Three Elements Beast Heart Pill, Shadow Sect, Fourth Rank Body Cultivation, Northern Desolate Cultivation Realm..."
Xuanjian True Monarch, dressed in flowing white robes, sat in lotus position with serene poise.
In the recent [Vast Sand Illusion Realm] expedition, he had endured heavy wounds, prompting Absolute Sword True Monarch to represent him at the Great Dream Immortal City banquet.
This explained Absolute Sword True Monarch's cautious, probing overtures toward the Great Dream City Master.
For starters, the feat of felling a Fourth Rank Demon King demanded respect.
Furthermore, with Xuanjian True Monarch wounded and Azure Phoenix True Monarch vanished, Jiang Country urgently sought new alliances.
After pondering briefly, Xuanjian True Monarch's eyes fluttered open, fixing on Yun Jianfeng in his dark robes, whose calm bearing hid a keen edge, before asking abruptly, "In your view, what's the chance this man is actually Yangming True Master?"
"While the Great Dream City Master shares numerous traits and timings with Yangming True Master, as you've noted, Yangming True Master unleashed a life-force detonation in the secret realm. Survival would require years of recovery, but this Great Dream City Master bears no wounds and wields Fourth Rank Body Refinement..."
Back in earlier times, the Heavenly Sword Sect had theorized that Yangming True Master and the emerging Great Dream City Master Wang Lin were one and the same.
Yet, reports indicated mismatches in their divine abilities and methods.
Still, the parallels in secrecy, emergence timing, dual magic-body practice, and enigmatic might struck Xuanjian True Monarch as far too convenient.