Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 1915: 498: What Is the Lu Family’s Purpose on This Trip? (2)

"What's happening? Is Shangguan Poyun preparing to duel someone once more?"

"The Violet Thunder True Man has even appeared. Who might these individuals be?"

"That looks like the esteemed lady of the Heavenly Talisman Lu Family, Miao Ge True Man, Lu Miaoge!"

"Whoa, she's from the famed Heavenly Talisman Lu Family!"

"Why would the Shangguan family be at odds with the Lu family?"

In the midst of numerous cultivators displaying looks of deep respect, wonder, and keen interest, Violet Thunder True Man briefly conversed with the arena overseer, after which the array for the initial platform ignited. Lu Wangshu and Shangguan Poyun then stepped onto the stage.

"Lu Wangshu of the Heavenly Talisman Lu Family—it's her facing off against Shangguan Poyun."

"Could she be the Talisman Fairy, Lu Wangshu, who fully received the Talisman Path inheritance from Changsheng True Master? With her beauty and aptitude... wedding her would spare one from endless toil."

"Word has it she only just advanced to Foundation Establishment, yet she shattered multiple Foundation Establishment experts using Talisman Formation. Her fighting strength is truly staggering."

"She's a Talisman Cultivator, remember. Back then, she used talismans bestowed by Changsheng True Master, making her battle display so impressive. But in a duel like this, she won't have that support."

"Not entirely so. The Talisman Path relies on the practitioner's skill. Certain Talisman Cultivators can weave formations with a mere flick of the wrist, whereas others need ages and labor, just like spellcasting..."

"Shangguan Poyun's Divine Thunder Saber Art has reached Small Achievement. Should he seize the advantage, this fairy of the Lu family may not hold her ground."

Within Jiuxiao Immortal City, veteran Foundation Establishment cultivators, wise and well-versed, observed the pair on the platform and shared their thoughts.

"Aunt, will Sister Wangshu emerge victorious?"

Lu Qingqi initially brimmed with faith in her sibling.

Yet, upon noticing Violet Thunder True Man's neutral demeanor and the abundance of nearby cultivators backing Shangguan Poyun, she voiced her concern uneasily.

"Don't worry."

With a poise as fluid as flowing water, Lu Miaoge replied in a gentle tone.

Though others remained in the dark, she possessed a measure of understanding regarding Lu Wangshu's circumstances.

Her own cultivation stood at merely the Eighth Layer of Foundation Building, lagging behind Shangguan Poyun's progress,

but thanks to the [Profound Origin Bead], her spiritual power rivaled that of any Foundation Establishment practitioner.

Beyond talismans, she commanded talismanic weapons, puppets, rare artifacts, Second Rank Body Refining, and a host of additional tactics.

Should she unleash her full potential, scarce few at her level could contend with her.

"Go, sister!"

Lu Linghe led the way, pumping his fist to rally for his sister.

At this sight, Lu Qingqi along with a few others close by chimed in as enthusiastic supporters.

During this, various cultivators turned their attention, their eyes shifting toward Lu Wangshu atop the stage, brimming with astonishment, respect, and fervor.

Still, upon spotting Lu Miaoge and Lu Ping’an, they refrained from lingering gazes, wary of causing offense.

Soon enough, the duel between the two combatants commenced.

A grave look etched onto Lu Wangshu's radiant and charming features as she called forth the Talismanic Weapon Ninety-Nine Mysterious True Strategy, reshaping it into a spinning parasol hovering over her.

Shangguan Poyun offered a courteous clasp of hands in salute, his face set in determination, before he lunged forward gripping his Lifebound Thunder Blade.

Streaks of thunder raced along the edge, stretching out to several meters, radiating a fearsome presence.

From prior duels and long-term familiarity, he understood that confronting a Talisman Cultivator such as Lu Wangshu demanded denying her any moment to recover.

"Shangguan Poyun's Divine Thunder Saber Art has advanced further!"

"He is, after all, the Nascent Soul Seed of the Shangguan family's current era. Upon his breakthrough to Core Formation, the Divine Blade Shangguan family will celebrate a grand milestone with three reaching Core Formation!"

A number of experienced Foundation Establishment cultivators voiced their admiration in shock.

In response, Lu Wangshu promptly released the Nine-Nine Mysterious Talisman Stick and initiated the Void Drawing of Talismans.

As the saber qi closed in, a luminous white jade bowl, adorned with a pristine six-gem bracelet embedded within, shimmered where she inscribed the talismans.

A shield of lightning, fog, and wave-like ripples emerged, shielding her forward position.

"Incredible, she's inscribing talismans while controlling two spiritual artifacts simultaneously."

"Is this the fabled Void Drawing of Talismans?"

"It's utterly mesmerizing—these Talisman Cultivator techniques are phenomenal!"

Witnessing Lu Wangshu's display, crowds burst into exclamations of wonder, their faces alight with astonishment.

Aside from the Heavenly Talisman Lu Family, Jiang Country boasted no prominent Talisman Cultivation lineages.

Most folks' understanding of Talisman Cultivators stemmed from ancient texts and hearsay.

Thus, Lu Wangshu's techniques left them utterly amazed.

Aboard the platform, Shangguan Poyun exuded a ferocious momentum. His Lifebound Thunder Blade quivered nonstop in his grasp, akin to a roaring thunderclap, grand and thunderous, lighting up the surroundings.

Against this fierce assault, Lu Wangshu resorted to ready-made talismans and puppets for mere defense.

Yet, once the initial talisman from the Void Drawing of Talismans finished, Lu Wangshu formed a hand seal, causing the talismans to proliferate—from one becoming two, then two to four—launching toward Shangguan Poyun.

Through the years, Shangguan Poyun had not only pursued duels and erected arenas but also sharpened his blade intent amid border conflicts, forging him into a seasoned warrior.

Confronting these tactics, he drew on his instincts to cleave through Lu Wangshu's talismans with saber qi, thwarting any formation buildup.

However, Lu Wangshu's Void Drawing of Talismans appeared boundless. For the time being, the pair locked in a deadlock.

"Hmm, why isn't sister deploying her other skills and puppets...?"

Lacking full insight into Lu Wangshu's actual battle power, Lu Qingqi recalled her sister's escapades of bombarding fish in Great Dream Marsh and clashes with Lu Lingxiao.

Thus, after observing briefly, she detected an anomaly, concluding her sister held back her true strength!

Noting her aunt and elder brother's composed faces, plus the nearby Violet Thunder True Man, she swiftly deduced the reason.

A swift conclusion to the bout would humiliate the Shangguan family and deter potential future challengers against her sister.

By letting the contest ebb and flow, then triumphing fairly, it preserved the Shangguan family's dignity while drawing more rivals, securing additional Core Formation Spiritual Objects!