Chapter 110: A storm is about to arise, inner demon!

A month later.

On this day, the Head of the Lu Family, Lu Yuanding, came to find Lu Changsheng.

He brought a list of Talismans and a batch of Materials for making Talismans.

He hoped that Lu Changsheng would spend more time drawing Talismans according to the list in the coming days.

“Please rest assured, Head of the Lu Family.”

“In the coming days, I will dedicate more time to drawing Talismans.”

Lu Changsheng glanced at the list and nodded in response.

He also knew that the friction between the Chen Family and the Lu Family had become increasingly severe recently.

It looked as if a war was about to break out.

Under such circumstances, the Lu Family was also more or less entering a state of war preparedness.

They needed to stockpile more Medicinal Pills, Talismans, and Magical Artifacts to cope.

And at this time, as a Talismans Master of the Lu Family, he also had the obligation to contribute and ensure supplies from the rear.

“Good, you’ve worked hard during this period.”

Lu Yuanding patted Lu Changsheng’s shoulder and said gently.

Then he simply said a few words and left, not staying long.

Apparently, with the current situation of the Lu Family, he, as the Head of the Lu Family, was also very busy.

After Lu Yuanding left, Lu Miaoyun came to inquire what the Head of the Lu Family had come for.

Lu Changsheng did not hide anything and told her truthfully.

“I heard from Grandma that not long ago, a small dispute broke out between the Family and the Chen Family at the Spirit Stone mine they were jointly exploiting.”

“Three days ago, the Grand Elder led many disciples to the Spirit Stone mine to take charge.”

Lu Miaoyun said this after hearing the news.

“That serious?”

Lu Changsheng was a little surprised.

He knew that there was constant friction between the Lu Family and the Chen Family.

But he didn’t expect it to be so intense already.

It had reached the point of a dispute breaking out and the Grand Elder having to go and take charge.

Then Lu Changsheng asked somewhat puzzled: “Wasn’t that Spirit Stone mine stopped by the Qingyun Sect, who made a ruling for the Chen Family and the Lu Family to jointly exploit it?”

“Under such circumstances, how dare the Chen Family make a move?”

Lu Changsheng knew about the Spirit Stone mine incident from more than ten years ago.

At that time, many people died or were injured when the Lu Family and the Chen Family fought over this Spirit Stone mine.

It was precisely because of this that Lu Yuanding went to the Qingyun Sect to recruit a son-in-law to replenish the Lu Family’s fresh blood.

“I also asked Grandma this question.”

“Grandma said that the Chen Family just kept making moves privately, finding an excuse to cause trouble, and did not fully erupt into conflict.”

“So in this situation, the Qingyun Sect will not intervene at all.”

Lu Miaoyun said somewhat indignantly.

“So that’s how it is.”

Lu Changsheng nodded slightly.

“Yes, the Chen Family dares to do this because they know they won’t offend the Qingyun Sect.”

“Or rather, as long as the Qingyun Sect’s 40% interest isn’t reduced, why would the Qingyun Sect have the leisure to meddle in Family grievances like those between the Chen Family and the Lu Family?”

“Anyway, no matter what happens to the Chen Family and the Lu Family, or even if other forces intervene, it won’t affect the Qingyun Sect’s interests.”

Lu Changsheng instantly understood the problem.

It would be very difficult to rely on the Qingyun Sect as a referee for such matters.

After all, the Cultivation World is still about the survival of the fittest at its core.

Although at a certain level, reputation and face might be considered, it wouldn’t be that much of a concern.

“The Chen Family and the Lu Family used to have minor frictions, but this time the situation escalated so quickly, probably because of the Purple Nether Secret Realm incident.”

“Not long ago, Lu Yuanshan returned from the Purple Nether Secret Realm, which must have made the Chen Family wary.”

“Attacking the Lu Family now is also to test the Lu Family’s attitude and distract them.”

“Otherwise, once a new Foundation Establishment Great Cultivator is born in the Lu Family, it will be the Chen Family who feels uneasy.”

Lu Changsheng pondered in his heart, vaguely guessing why this incident escalated so quickly.

“If that’s the case, the feud between the Chen Family and the Lu Family will likely escalate with continuous friction, leading to an outbreak.”

“An outbreak even more intense than the battle between the Lu Family and the Chen Family ten years ago.”

Lu Changsheng secretly thought.

The feud between the Chen Family and the Lu Family, starting ten years ago, had no possibility of reconciliation.

There had been no signs of reconciliation for so many years.

Just like when he returned to Qingzhu Mountain with Lu Yuanding, they encountered an assassination attempt by the Chen Family.

“Originally, I thought that with the Lu Family Old Ancestor present, the next two or three years would be stable, but I didn’t expect the storm to come so quickly.”

“The Grand Elder directly leading people to take charge indicates that the Lu Family is retaliating with a tough stance.”

“Is it because the Lu Family gained something in the Purple Nether Secret Realm and has confidence? Or are they putting on a strong front while being weak inside, thus acting more aggressively?”

Lu Changsheng pondered in his heart.

He had originally planned to send Lu Ping’an and the other children to the mortal world next year.

Now that the storm had come so quickly, he felt that this matter also needed to be brought forward.

However, at present, he was not at ease taking a group of children to the mortal world.

Who knew if the Chen Family would still ambush them on a certain route outside Qingzhu Mountain, just like before?

“Not urgent yet, for now, let’s observe.”

“As long as the Lu Family Old Ancestor is not on his deathbed, the Chen Family cannot truly tear off all pretenses and start a fight.”

“Moreover, Qingzhu Mountain is protected by a Formation, and with a Foundation Establishment Old Ancestor in charge, even two or three Foundation Establishment Great Cultivators cannot break in.”

Lu Changsheng was not too anxious or flustered.

Things had just begun, and it wasn’t enough to affect him yet.

In the following days, Lu Changsheng also spent more time drawing Talismans every day, submitting them to the Family.

Of course, the Talismans submitted were not free.

The Lu Family would calculate contribution rewards.

Including the Talismans Materials provided by the Lu Family, it was about 50% of the original price.

It was still quite good.

After all, the Lu Family spent resources on cultivation in the early stages precisely for future returns.

In a blink of an eye, more than three months passed.

The dispute between the Lu Family and the Chen Family did not affect Lu Changsheng.

Or rather, this dispute, as Lu Changsheng had guessed, was just a test.

It did not spread to affect Qingzhu Mountain or the Lu Family.

These days, Lu Changsheng stayed at home, rarely going out.

He would Cultivate daily, draw Talismans, and spend time with his wives, concubines, and children.

Of course, Lu Changsheng also did not neglect the most important aspect of having children.

He brought the total number of children to seventy-three.

This was even with Lu Changsheng starting to practice eugenics.

Otherwise, this number would have increased by at least ten more.

This day.

Inside the cultivation quiet room.

“Clang, clang, clang—”

Lu Changsheng held a cracked and dull piece of Crimson Gold Essence in his hand.

His bones constantly emitted clanging sounds like clashing metal.

It was as if blacksmiths were vigorously swinging hammers inside his body, forging Sharp Weapons with his flesh and bones, sparks flying, ceaselessly.

It was unknown how much time had passed.

“Crack!”

Lu Changsheng slowly opened his eyes, let out a light breath, and squeezed his five fingers, crushing the dull, cracked Crimson Gold Essence in his hand into dust.

An invisible pressure was released around him, causing the dust on the ground to spread.

“Hundred Refinements Treasure Body Technique, second layer, finally done!”

Lu Changsheng stood up, stretching his tendons and bones, making crackling sounds like popping beans.

Then he spread his hand, looking at his palm.

His skin was still as fair and delicate as ever.

But beneath this smooth, mirror-like fairness, there was a hint of indestructible thickness.

“A Breakthrough in Body Refining still brings a more fulfilling feeling!”

Lu Changsheng felt the vast power within his body, clenched his fist, and felt as if he could smash anything with one punch now.

However, he also knew that this was an illusion brought about by the physical enhancement after just breaking through.

The second layer of the Hundred Refinements Treasure Body Technique only made his Physical Body comparable to a Medium Grade Magical Artifact.

“Under the nourishment of the Black Dragon Magic Pearl, my Treasure Bone Technique has reached Minor Achievement now.”

Lu Changsheng closed his eyes and looked inward.

He could see the bones in his chest.

At this moment, they were as clear and translucent as obsidian.

On them, runes like tadpoles appeared faintly, shimmering with light, like works of art created by divine craftsmanship.

“However, the Treasure Bone is only at Minor Achievement now, at most it can briefly control part of the Black Dragon Magic Pearl’s power, similar to a Talisman Treasure.”

“And once it erupts, the damage to myself is also considerable.”

“So, unless it’s a critical moment, it’s better not to use it and just keep nourishing it.”

Lu Changsheng looked at the Treasure Bone in his chest and muttered in his heart.

This Treasure Bone Technique was one of his trump cards.

When nourished to its extreme, it would be like ten years of grinding a bone, and when the bone comes out, it will shock the world!

After casting a cleansing spell to clean the cultivation room, Lu Changsheng walked out of the cultivation room.

He came to the courtyard to accompany his wives, concubines, and children.

During this time spent with his wives, concubines, and children, he also gave them a heads-up about going to the mortal world.

In this regard, little fellows like Lu Ping’an were quite receptive.

On one hand, after Lu Changsheng learned that most of his children did not have Spiritual Roots, he subtly told them about this matter.

On the other hand, it also benefited from the Lu Family’s educational atmosphere.

Three days later, while chatting with Lu Miaoyun, Lu Changsheng also learned a piece of news.

The dispute over the Spirit Mine between the Lu Family and the Chen Family had subsided because of the Lu Family’s tough stance and strong counterattack.

The matter was temporarily concluded.

But Lu Changsheng remained firm in his guess that the Chen Family’s previous actions were just a test.

Such things would definitely happen again.

“Since that’s the case, without further ado, while the storm has temporarily subsided, there’s no need to delay Ping’an and the others going to the mortal world anymore.”

“Let’s send a batch of children to the mortal world first, otherwise, who knows what might happen again!”

After a brief thought, Lu Changsheng decided to send the first batch of children to the mortal world now.

Otherwise, who knows what troublesome situations might arise again.

“I should also inform Li Feiyu about this.”

Lu Changsheng thought.

Then he told his wives and concubines and went out to find Li Feiyu.

He had already discussed the matter of escaping with Li Feiyu before.

Having Li Feiyu teach his children martial arts was also to hope that Li Feiyu would become closer and more familiar with his children.

When the children went to the mortal world, Li Feiyu could also look after them.

Not long after.

Lu Changsheng arrived at a square in Qingzhu Mountain Village.

He saw Li Feiyu teaching some simple boxing and kicking skills to Lu Ping’an and a few other little fellows, as well as his own seven children.

“Father!”

“Daddy!”

“Uncle Lu!”

Seeing Lu Changsheng approach, the group of little fellows immediately called out.

“I have something to discuss with your Uncle Li, you all continue, practice well.”

Lu Changsheng immediately said, seeing that some children were about to stop their stances.

Although he doted on his children, he didn’t spoil them.

Moreover, the martial arts that Li Feiyu was currently teaching were all foundational, not particularly arduous.

They were for training endurance and willpower.

He felt it was still necessary.

“Changsheng, what brings you here this time?”

Li Feiyu also smiled upon seeing this and asked Lu Changsheng.

“There’s something I want to tell you.”

Lu Changsheng nodded.

He and Li Feiyu sat down under a tree nearby, and he began: “I plan to send Ping’an and the others to the mortal world now.”

“So urgent? Has something happened?”

Li Feiyu was a little surprised to hear this, immediately realizing that something had occurred.

Because before this, Lu Changsheng had mentioned this matter to him.

But he had said it would be within the next one or two years.

“You should know about the Lu Family’s Spirit Stone mine incident a while ago, right?”

Lu Changsheng said.

“I’ve heard about it, but I don’t know the specifics.”

“Did something happen?”

Li Feiyu shook his head.

He was truly oblivious to the outside world in the Lu Family and had no source of information.

“Nothing really happened, this matter has temporarily subsided and concluded.”

“But according to my guess, this was just the Chen Family’s first wave of probing.”

Lu Changsheng took out two flasks of Jade Bamboo Wine from his Storage Pouch, handed one to Li Feiyu, and continued: “I told you before that the Lu Family Old Ancestor’s situation is not optimistic.”

“At that time, I thought it would take at least four or five more years before the Lu Family would begin to be in a precarious state.”

“But this incident gave me a wake-up call.”

“I feel that before long, the Lu Family will face a second, and then a third, wave of trouble and conflict.”

“So I don’t think there’s any need to delay the matter of going to the mortal world any longer.”

“It would be better to send Ping’an and the others directly to the mortal world while the storm has calmed down.”

“Furthermore, given the Lu Family’s current situation, I think it would be better for you to leave as well.”

“You are a free agent and can leave at any time.”

“As for your wives and children, I can go find the Head of the Lu Family and fight for them for you.”

“At that time, you can also send your wives and children to the mortal world with me.”

“What do you think?”

Lu Changsheng expressed all his thoughts.

On one hand, he was reminding his good brother to escape.

On the other hand, he also hoped that after Li Feiyu settled his Family in the mortal world, he would help him look after his children and continue to teach them martial arts.

Although Hong Yi had made arrangements in the mortal world, he trusted Li Feiyu more.

“No problem, I’ll listen to you and do as you say. I’m also troubling you with this matter.”

Li Feiyu pondered for a moment after hearing this, then nodded directly.

He also knew that if a crisis truly arose in the Lu Family, it would be too late for him to escape given his situation.

Although leaving the Lu Family would mean losing the Spiritual Vein blessed land for Cultivation, it had to be based on the circumstances.

Moreover, he had already planned to leave the Lu Family and venture out after breaking through to the Lianqi Fourth Layer.

Not long ago, he had indeed broken through to the Lianqi Fourth Layer.

It was just that seeing the children were too young, he still had some lingering concerns and planned to wait a few more years.

Now that Lu Changsheng could resolve this concern for him, he had no worries.

“Why are we being so polite? I also hope that when you are in the mortal world, you can continue to help me look after Ping’an and the others for a few years.”

“After all, once they are in the mortal world, they will need time to adapt, and I, as their father, cannot always be by their side.”

Lu Changsheng let out a light sigh.

Although he was mentally prepared for this, now that he truly had to send his children to the mortal world, separating the immortal and mortal realms, he couldn’t help but feel a bit sentimental.

“Don’t worry about that, I will take good care of the children.”

Li Feiyu said with a resolute voice.

Then he continued, “But what about you? What are your plans?”

“I’m more deeply tied to the Lu Family, so I can’t just leave whenever I want.”

“After all, the Lu Family has been kind to me, and given the current situation, it’s impossible for me to just walk away.”

“So I plan to continue observing. If the Lu Family can safely overcome this matter, then that would naturally be for the best.”

“If the Lu Family can’t overcome it, then they won’t have time to worry about me.”

Lu Changsheng said.

Although he still had a contract with the Lu Family, what bound him now was no longer just a contract.

It was the affection he had developed over so many years in the Lu Family, and his feelings for his wives.

He couldn’t disregard these things.

So he still planned to observe the situation.

He thought about contributing his strength during the Lu Family’s crisis, hoping they could overcome the difficulties. If not, he would protect his wives and leave.

This way, he would have a clear conscience, and it would also be an explanation to his wives, Lu Miaoyun, and the Lu Family.

“Alright, as long as you have a plan in mind.”

Li Feiyu didn’t try to persuade him after hearing this.

He also knew that Lu Changsheng was a person who valued relationships.

In such a situation, it was indeed very difficult to just walk away.

“If you’re unsure about anything, you can also let me analyze it for you.”

Li Feiyu said.

Immediately, Lu Changsheng and Li Feiyu discussed the subsequent arrangements and so on.

After the two finished talking, Lu Changsheng went directly to find the Head of the Lu Family, Lu Yuanding.

Since he was going to send his children to the mortal world, he had to discuss this matter with Lu Yuanding, the Head of the Lu Family, no matter what.

It was also a good opportunity to inquire about the current situation between the Lu Family and the Chen Family to confirm whether it had stabilized.

And also about Li Feiyu’s wives and children.

Half an hour later.

Lu Changsheng arrived at Lu Yuanding’s residence.

However, Lu Yuanding was not there.

After waiting for about half an hour, Lu Yuanding finally returned.

“Changsheng, is there something you’ve come for this time?”

Lu Yuanding came to the main hall, looked at Lu Changsheng, and immediately inquired.

“Yes, Head of the Lu Family.”

“I heard that the storm between the Family and the Chen Family has temporarily subsided, so I thought of taking advantage of this time to send some of my children to the mortal world.”

Lu Changsheng spoke, saying it without any hesitation.

After all, he felt there was no need to be too evasive or hesitant about such a matter.

“Send children to the mortal world?”

Lu Yuanding paused slightly upon hearing this.

Then he pondered for a moment and said, “I remember your child is also seven years old, right? This age is indeed when they should be sent to the mortal world.”

“Currently, things between our Lu Family and the Chen Family have temporarily calmed down, so it’s fine.”

“However, you still need to be careful on the way. When do you plan to depart? I’ll arrange a few people to escort you back.”

Lu Yuanding said.

“I’m thinking in the next few days.”

Lu Changsheng said.

“Do you have a place prepared to settle the children? Our Lu Family has Family forces in many places in the mortal world.”

“If you don’t have a place to settle them, I can have someone arrange it for you.”

“Don’t worry, we will treat all these children equally.”

Lu Yuanding said, his tone gentle.

“Thank you, Head of the Lu Family, but I have already thought about where to settle the children. They will be settled in Ruyi County, our old home.”

“Before this, I had a good friend purchase some land and residences in Ruyi County.”

Lu Changsheng slightly cupped his hands.

He naturally understood what Lu Yuanding meant, hoping that he would settle his children in the Lu Family.

“Since you’ve made your own arrangements, that’s naturally for the best.”

“Once you’ve decided on the time, just let me know. If you encounter any problems in the mortal world, you can also tell me.”

Hearing that Lu Changsheng had made arrangements, Lu Yuanding didn’t say anything more.

His tone remained gentle and unchanged.

After all, in this world, Family Bloodline is still highly valued.

Although Lu Changsheng had integrated into the Lu Family, in his opinion, it was very normal for him to want to leave his own Bloodline Family in the mortal world.

“You don’t have to worry too much about the Lu Family’s current situation. Lu Yuanshan had quite a harvest in the Purple Nether Secret Realm before, giving our Lu Family hope to overcome the difficulties.”

As if knowing Lu Changsheng had concerns, Lu Yuanding revealed a piece of news.

“Quite a harvest in the Purple Nether Secret Realm? Overcome the difficulties?”

Lu Changsheng paused slightly upon hearing this.

Although he didn’t know if Lu Yuanding’s words were true, Lu Changsheng naturally couldn’t remain unresponsive at this moment.

Immediately, he cupped his hands and bowed, showing his attitude: “Head of the Lu Family, I have long considered Qingzhu Mountain my home. This time, sending my children to the mortal world is partly because they are no longer young, and also to leave a Bloodline in the mortal world. I am willing to live and die with the Family!”

Lu Changsheng said with a determined expression.

Lu Yuanding saw Lu Changsheng’s determined expression and also showed a look of relief and emotion.

He patted Lu Changsheng’s shoulder and said, “Haha, it’s enough that you have this intention.”

“However, our Lu Family will never let clansmen or our own people make sacrifices in vain. You don’t have to worry too much.”

Lu Yuanding said.

“Yes, Head of the Lu Family!”

Lu Changsheng nodded.

Then he continued, “Oh, by the way, Head of the Lu Family, I have a good friend named Li Feiyu.”

“A few years ago, I troubled Fourth Elder to have him change from a live-in son-in-law to a free agent, but he is still in the Lu Family.”

“This time, I also want him to return to the mortal world with me to help me look after the children.”

“So I would like to ask the Head of the Lu Family for permission to allow him to take his wives and children back to the mortal world with him.”

Lu Changsheng continued.

“No problem. You can go directly to Butler Fu for this matter and let him arrange it.”

Lu Yuanding didn’t hesitate upon hearing this and immediately agreed.

Because of Lu Changsheng, he had an impression of Li Feiyu, but he didn’t know him well.

Since Lu Changsheng had spoken, doing him this favor was naturally not a problem.

“Thank you, Head of the Lu Family!”

Lu Changsheng cupped his hands and bowed.

Immediately, Lu Changsheng bid farewell to Lu Yuanding.

That night.

Afterward—

“Lan Shu, Zier, Qinger, I plan to send Ping’an, Wuyu, and Wuyou to the mortal world in three days.”

“They are still young and need someone to look after them. You can go with them at that time to help care for them.”

Lu Changsheng said to the three women.

He didn’t mention anything about the Lu Family’s crisis.

Sending the children to the mortal world and having his wives go to look after them was the most legitimate reason.

“Okay, Husband, I’ll listen to you.”

“Everything will be according to Husband’s arrangements.”

The three women leaned against Lu Changsheng, responding softly.

“Don’t worry, your Husband will come to visit you when he has time.”

Lu Changsheng gently stroked the three women, speaking in a warm voice.

He still had a lot of affection for his three wives who had been with him from the beginning.

Great Dream Immortal City.

“Fellow Daoist Meng, before Alchemy, this old man must state that due to the difficulty in finding Foundation Establishment Pill Materials, besides the Second-Order Alchemists of the major immortal sects, other Alchemists are not highly proficient in Foundation Establishment Pill Alchemy.”

“This old man’s normal performance in Foundation Establishment Pill Alchemy is two pills.”

“If luck is bad, there might only be one pill, and only in extremely good luck can three pills be formed.”

“So if you are willing to accept this result, this old man can start the Alchemy furnace for you.”

An old man with crane hair and a childlike rosy complexion slowly said to a purple-robed young woman.

“Of course. Please rest assured, Alchemist Chen, no matter the outcome, this humble one will understand, and the remuneration will not be a single Spirit Stone less.”

Meng Xiaochun smiled and handed over a Storage Pouch, saying.

Although this Alchemist Chen Ping was an old hand at Alchemy, he was one of the few Alchemists who could stably refine Foundation Establishment Pills.

Moreover, it was very difficult for ordinary Loose Cultivators to ask someone to refine Foundation Establishment Pills.

This Alchemist Chen Ping in front of her was someone she had spent a lot of connections and代价 to persuade someone to invite.

“Good, since Fellow Daoist Meng has no objection, then this old man will begin Alchemy.”

“Fellow Daoist Meng can wait outside this Alchemy hall these few days, or come back in seven days.”

Chen Ping nodded slightly, took the Storage Pouch, glanced at it, confirmed that the Materials were complete, and then walked into the Alchemy hall with two fan-wielding boy attendants.

Meng Xiaochun did not leave and waited outside the Alchemy hall for the result.

At this moment, her mind couldn’t help but wander.

She wondered how she would arrange things if this Alchemist Chen only refined one Foundation Establishment Pill.

Would she use it herself, or give it to him?

“Hoo, hoo, hoo, this Locking Love Gu is too overbearing. After I succeed in Foundation Establishment, I must kill him.”

“Otherwise, he will become my Heart Demon!”

The next moment, Meng Xiaochun formed a Spiritual Art with her hand, pointed it at her glabella, and panted softly.

She could clearly perceive that the Locking Love Gu’s influence on her was becoming more and more severe.

She often involuntarily saw Lu Changsheng’s appearance.

Sometimes, she even dreamed of Lu Changsheng at night.

“If I didn’t know that I was afflicted with the Locking Love Gu and had the Clear Heart Art, anyone else would probably be unable to resist the effects of the Locking Love Gu.”

“Therefore, I must kill him and reclaim the Locking Love Gu!”

Meng Xiaochun’s eyes drooped slightly as she murmured in her heart.