Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 1905: 494: Farewell, Ayoudo! (part 2)

"Yes, Father..."

Lu Ping’an answered helplessly, noting how his father had already settled every detail.

At once, Lu Changsheng headed back to Bi Lake Mountain, where he updated Lu Miaoge, Lu Miaoyun, and Ling Zixiao on Lu Ping’an’s circumstances.

"Good~"

"Ping’an’s been gone for years now; it’s high time he visited little Qin."

The women held a fondness for Qin Yi and her bold displays of affection and disdain when she arrived unhesitatingly at Bi Lake Mountain.

Above all, Lu Changsheng’s choice meant the women would accept it without protest, barring any grave concerns.

...

Having lingered at home for several days, Lu Changsheng brought Nangong Mili with him as he soared off toward the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range.

With the Liangyue War underway, Jiang Country’s borders had grown far more guarded.

Even though this didn’t trouble Lu Changsheng directly, he opted for caution by traversing the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range en route to Jin Kingdom.

Besides, the path allowed a side trip to Azure Phoenix Immortal City, letting him check on his kids and the city’s affairs.

Since he also had to encounter Chu Qingyi, Lu Changsheng told Nangong Mili about the tense relations between the nations, his own notable disturbances beyond, and the various powers watching him closely; thus, he asked her to stay composed inside the Tianyuan Lotus.

Drawing from her past in the Formless Domain, Nangong Mili harbored some doubts about Lu Changsheng’s explanation.

Still, in the end, she decided to trust him.

After all, should this scoundrel really be off to meet other women, her lack of knowledge would keep her at peace.

On the flip side, constant complaints might only leave her seething with anger.

Besides, even the Sect Hierarch...

Yet, recalling the prior vows and commitments Lu Changsheng had given her, Nangong Mili sensed an odd flutter in her chest.

Half a month passed before Lu Changsheng reached Qingxuan Mountain in the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range.

Finding conditions stable there, Lu Changsheng offered few words, merely advising greater caution and prompt contact with the family if any issues arose.

From there, he moved on to Azure Phoenix Immortal City to visit his son Lu Qingxuan.

Though Lu Qingxuan had caught wind of the Vast Sand Illusion Realm events, he understood the boundaries of inquiry, so he only asked about Azure Phoenix True Monarch’s overall status and highlighted key matters ahead.

"Manage things however you deem best; even though Azure Phoenix True Monarch is gone, her sway endures, and Heavenly Sword Sect won’t move on Azure Phoenix Immortal City for the foreseeable future."

Lu Changsheng lacked full insight into Heavenly Sword Sect’s exact position on Azure Phoenix Immortal City.

That said, from his assessment, until they verified Azure Phoenix True Monarch’s state, Heavenly Sword Sect would keep up a cordial front.

"I understand, Father."

Lu Qingxuan gave a nod, recognizing that his own thoughts matched his father’s counsel.

"On Azure Phoenix True Monarch’s divination inheritance, I discussed it with her earlier; she’s not withholding it from you, but it simply doesn’t fit for your practice, so treat it like a pastime and avoid getting overly immersed."

Lu Changsheng had long sensed his son’s fascination with divination from previous years.

However, since gaining the Second Rank Divination inheritance, Lu Changsheng realized that progressing in this art demands vast quantities of time, dedication, and lifespan.

Deep pursuit suits only those with extraordinary aptitude.

His son possessed divination talent, but it was just middling, and excessive focus would merely stall his advancement, squandering his true capabilities in the end.

"Father, I understand."

Lu Qingxuan nodded with seriousness.

Truth be told, even without his father’s detailed input, through years of learning and engagement, he had come to see the challenge in reaching Third Rank Divination Master.

In other words, he’d need to achieve Core Formation first, then invest immense time, effort, and years to gradually elevate his divination to Third Rank.

Doing that, though, would inevitably harm his longevity and prospects.

"Alright."

Lu Changsheng gave a light nod.

Given his son’s temperament, no extended talk was necessary; a simple point was enough.

Once he shared a few worries and tips regarding Lu Qingxuan’s cultivation path, Lu Changsheng slipped away discreetly to seek out Chu Qingyi.

...

After reviewing reports on the [Vast Sand Illusion Realm], Chu Qingyi grew anxious over Lu Changsheng.

She had learned from her junior sister and developments in Great Dream Immortal City that he was safe.

Nevertheless, without laying eyes on him or having him visit, she couldn’t shake her unease.

Now together again, the typically remote and cool Sword Immortal Child showed a facade of chill exterior hiding inner tenderness.

Lu Changsheng’s resolve melted at this, leading him to stay by her side and exchange gentle moments.

More than half a month later, they parted with reluctance.

"Beauty truly weakens resolve."

Lu Changsheng drew in a steadying breath, sensing how constant immersion in soft intimacy truly disrupted important tasks.

"Let’s go, Golden Peng!"

With a mental command, Lu Changsheng summoned the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng from the Qiankun Shadow-Confining Belt, designating it as his travel companion.

Before, he had held off on using it in part because the Golden Peng needed adequate recovery.

Furthermore, Azure Phoenix True Monarch had warned of many factions turning attention to Jiang Country then, so he avoided deploying the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng inside Jiang’s territory.

Yet, the trip from Jiang Country to Jin Kingdom spanned great distances, and going alone would drain too much time and energy, making the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng essential for the journey.

"Screech!"

Boosted to Third Rank Top Level via leftover Nascent Soul Origin essence, the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng brimmed with vigorous power, its plumage shining in brilliant gold and full luster, rapidly shifting into a radiant golden streak that cut through spatial barriers, speeding onward to Jin Kingdom.

...

One month on, the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng reached the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range’s border in Jin Kingdom.

To exercise care, Lu Changsheng decided against further reliance on the Golden Peng for travel, opting instead for the Inverted Yin Yang Glaze to propel himself toward the Five Poisons Cult.

At a distance of a hundred miles from the Five Poisons Cult, he triggered Ayoudo’s Sensing Talisman.

One hour afterward, waves stirred in the emptiness, bringing forth a handful of venomous bugs.

Soon after, a youthful maiden of precise and stately bearing emerged, adorned with a Silver Crown Hairpin and clad in a lavish purple-red gown, stepping forward without shoes.