Chapter 370: Ask the sword of Tianjian Sect!

Lu Changsheng arrived at White Tiger Mountain and saw the headless corpse hanging before the Sect gate.

He thought to himself that his son’s actions were truly domineering and overbearing.

A Foundation Establishment Cultivator, no matter where, belonged to a prominent figure, an Old Ancestor.

Such a figure was now suspended high as a deterrent.

However, although this matter did not align with his usual conduct, he would not say anything.

“Father.”

Lu Qingsong, hearing of Lu Changsheng’s arrival, immediately informed his Elder Brother Lu Ping’an, Seventh Brother Lu Xianzhi, and others to come and pay their respects.

“Mm.”

Lu Changsheng looked at his children before him, nodded slightly, and simply inquired about last night’s situation, the matter of the rogue Cultivators.

Learning that although the three rogue Cultivators were prepared, they were not like the Foundation Establishment Cultivators from the surrounding Family forces, and no suspicious items were found on them, Lu Changsheng did not ask further.

He merely told them to be more careful in their daily lives.

Subsequently, he inquired about the situation of his other children and went with Lu Xianzhi and a few others to inspect the Puppet workshop and the Artifact Refining workshop.

Seeing that there were no issues, Lu Changsheng returned to Bihu Mountain.

At this time, the news from White Tiger Mountain also reached the ears of his wives, concubines, and children at Lu.

For instance, Lu Miaohuan, because her son Lu Qingsong was stationed at White Tiger Mountain, even though she knew nothing had happened, she immediately sought out Lu Changsheng to inquire about the situation.

“Hehe…”

Lu Changsheng embraced his wife’s slender waist, indicating that his son Lu Qingsong was fine.

He also praised his son’s excellent performance in managing White Tiger Mountain in an orderly manner.

Perhaps due to the pressure from his Elder Brother Lu Qingshan, or wanting to bring honor to his mother, Lu Qingsong had indeed worked very hard and performed well these past years.

Otherwise, if his ability was truly insufficient, even with the relationship of Lu Miaoge and Lu Miaohuan, Lu Changsheng would have long since replaced the person in charge of White Tiger Mountain.

“Father, what kind of treasure is that which shot and killed a Foundation Establishment Cultivator with one arrow? Can you give me one?”

Upon hearing this news, Lu Wangshu thought it was some kind of Talisman or treasure, and said to her old Father with a fawning expression.

Her old Father was simply too wealthy, often able to produce treasures she had never seen before.

And she never thought she had too many treasures.

“This was shot and killed by your Elder Brother relying on his true skill.”

Lu Changsheng glanced at his daughter and said.

“Ping’an?”

“Didn’t Ping’an just Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment not long ago? He can already shoot and kill a Foundation Establishment Cultivator with one arrow?”

Lu Miaohuan and the others were very surprised to hear this.

Their main impression of Lu Ping’an still came from Lu Ping’an’s Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment a few years ago.

They never expected that Lu Ping’an, shortly after Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment, could shoot and kill a Foundation Establishment Cultivator; this was astonishing.

“Ping’an has several Magical Artifacts I gave him, so his battle power is higher than that of an ordinary Foundation Establishment Cultivator.”

Lu Changsheng found it difficult to explain his prodigal behavior and Lu Ping’an’s Opportunity, so he simply said.

After speaking, he looked at his daughter Lu Wangshu and said, “Cultivate diligently, and when you Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment, Father will also prepare something for you.”

Lu Wangshu had Breakthrough to Qi Refining Ninth Layer half a year ago.

It is estimated that in four or five years, she will be able to attempt Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment.

“Father, don’t worry, I will definitely strive to Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment as soon as possible.”

Lu Wangshu, having used the Beauty-Preserving Pill, still looked like she was seventeen or eighteen, with a bright and pure, flawless Face.

Lu Miaohuan and the others beside her, hearing this, did not ask further.

After all, their husband’s treasures were simply too numerous.

With the means given by Lu Changsheng, it was plausible to shoot and kill a Foundation Establishment Cultivator with one arrow.

For instance, Lu Miaohuan also gave her son Lu Qingsong the Vermilion Bird Ring Talisman Treasure that Lu Changsheng had given her for protection.

“Husband, back then Qingshan said he would go to Heaven Sword Sect to challenge after Foundation Establishment, why have we not heard any news or movements for so many years?”

At this moment, Lu Miaohuan remembered her eldest son Lu Qingshan and asked Lu Changsheng.

“Perhaps Qingshan is busy with other matters. I have people keeping an eye on news from Heaven Sword Sect.”

“As long as Qingshan goes to Heaven Sword Sect for a challenge and causes a stir, news will be sent back.”

Lu Changsheng heard this and said gently.

He had heard from Lu Qingshan before that he not only had to participate in the Five Sects Grand Competition of Yue Country for Jin Yang Sect but also had to go to Qingming Secret Realm.

So many years had passed, and his son should have completed all these tasks.

However, judging by Lu Qingshan’s cultivation status, having only Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment Second Layer, Lu Changsheng guessed that his son had not obtained any major Opportunity.

Of course, it was also possible that Lu Qingshan, after Foundation Establishment, spent most of his time on spell arts or other aspects.

Heaven Sword Sect.

As the overlord of Jiang Country, the only Nascent Soul-level force, with a Fourth-grade Spiritual Vein, Heaven Sword Sect was naturally incomparably grand.

Amidst the continuous majestic mountains, there were towering peaks, straight as swords, piercing the sky everywhere.

Some of these peaks had green mountains and clear waters, filled with Spirit Medicine; some were shrouded in mist, with pavilions and palaces built upon them; some had waterfalls flowing like silver Dragons, grand and magnificent.

In the central position, a mountain peak resembling a divine sword stood tall, seemingly piercing the firmament, making one feel awe and their own insignificance upon seeing it.

“Whoosh!”

A divine rainbow carrying astonishing Spiritual Pressure descended outside Heaven Sword Sect.

As the colorful light dissipated, a giant gourd appeared, upon which stood a woman in her thirties, with an exceptionally beautiful Face and a magnificent, large red dress.

Beside her were a young man with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, and a handsome Face, and a woman with a clear and gentle appearance.

“Is this Heaven Sword Sect?”

The three on the gourd were none other than Immortal Master Tian Yuan, Lu Qingshan, and Lu Qingzhu, who had come to Heaven Sword Sect for a challenge.

Lu Qingshan looked at the Heaven Sword Sect before him, his eyes sparkling, full of Battle Intent.

He had, of course, long heard of Heaven Sword Sect’s great name.

He even thought of joining Heaven Sword Sect when he was young.

“Heaven Sword Sect.”

Lu Qingzhu also looked at the number one immortal Sect of Jiang Country before her, constantly observing it.

“May I ask, Immortal Master, what brings you here?”

The Disciple guarding the Sect gate of Heaven Sword Sect immediately spoke respectfully upon seeing Immortal Master Tian Yuan and the three of them.

Immortal Master Tian Yuan did not speak.

Such ordinary guarding Disciples were not qualified to speak with her.

In a short while, a sword light shot out from Heaven Sword Sect, revealing a middle-aged man in his thirties with a dignified Face.

He saw Immortal Master Tian Yuan and cupped his hands in a bow: “May I ask, Immortal Master Tian Yuan, what brings you to our Heaven Sword Sect?”

“Greetings, Immortal Master Huang Jian.”

Immortal Master Tian Yuan was not as lazy and casual as usual; her Face was graceful and noble, with a hint of majesty, and she slightly cupped her hands.

Then she spoke, “This Immortal Master is here at the invitation of Yu Jian Zhenren, to send Disciple Lu Qingshan to challenge.”

“Challenge.”

Immortal Master Huang Jian heard this and immediately looked at Lu Qingshan on the gourd.

As a Sword Cultivator Immortal Master, he could tell at a glance that Lu Qingshan was a Sword Cultivator.

He had a sharp edge, an astonishing Sword Intent!

“What a good Sword Dao seedling!”

Immortal Master Huang Jian praised.

Between Sword Cultivators, one can often discern a few depths through the opponent’s Aura and Sword Intent.

A Sword Dao Genius like Lu Qingshan, like a torch in the dark night, could be seen as extraordinary at a glance.

No wonder he was invited by his Senior Brother to come for a challenge.

“Immortal Master Tian Yuan, please wait a moment. I will inform Senior Brother Yu Jian now and make arrangements for this young friend.”

Immortal Master Huang Jian said.

Regarding challenges to their Sect, their Heaven Sword Sect had always taken them seriously.

Because those who dared to challenge Heaven Sword Sect, and those who could be invited to challenge Heaven Sword Sect, were all top Prodigies!

So, facing such a challenge, their Heaven Sword Sect also needed to prepare a little.

It was impossible to just casually send a few Disciples to spar!

Not long after, a cold and stern young man of fifteen or sixteen came.

It was Yu Jian Zhenren from the Purple Nether Secret Realm back then.

After a brief greeting with Immortal Master Tian Yuan, he looked at Lu Qingshan and said, “It seems that young friend Qingshan’s Sword Dao has made considerable progress these past years.”

He could see that Lu Qingshan’s Sword Intent was not only sharper but also had an Aura of invincibility!

He was very familiar with this Aura.

It belonged to an invincible Aura cultivated through continuous victories!

“Junior Lu Qingshan, greetings to Yu Jian Zhenren!”

Lu Qingshan cupped his hands in a bow.

The other party had exempted him from handing over Spirit Medicine back then, so he had a good impression of this Yu Jian Zhenren.

“Immortal Master Tian Yuan, young friend Qingshan, please settle down first and rest well.”

“I will arrange the challenge for you, to begin seven days from now.”

Yu Jian Zhenren led the three to a mountain peak courtyard in Heaven Sword Sect.

“Thank you, Immortal Master.”

Lu Qingshan cupped his hands.

After settling Lu Qingshan and Lu Qingzhu, Immortal Master Tian Yuan cupped her hands towards Yu Jian Zhenren and said, “Yu Jian Zhenren, for this challenge, I hope your Sect will not hold back at all.”

Normally, if a Disciple is excellent, as a Master, one should be very pleased.

Immortal Master Tian Yuan was indeed like this before, becoming increasingly satisfied with Lu Qingshan as her Disciple.

But with the Purple Nether Secret Realm, the Five Sects Grand Competition, and the Qingming Secret Realm, Immortal Master Tian Yuan realized that there was a problem with her Disciple’s Heart-Nature.

He was too arrogant and proud.

This arrogance was not reckless arrogance.

Rather, it was an inherent self-conceit, a deep-seated arrogance.

He believed he was invincible among his peers and was convinced that he would be invincible in the world in the future!

There was nothing in the world that could make him retreat or fear!

This situation could be seen in many Prodigies.

But Lu Qingshan’s situation was particularly obvious.

Immortal Master Tian Yuan deeply realized that Lu Qingshan’s Heart-Nature would cause him to suffer losses in the future.

And once he suffered a loss, it would be a great loss, possibly leading directly to his death and the dissipation of his Dao.

After all, Divine Ability cannot contend with destiny.

Let alone just a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, even a Core Formation True Person or a Nascent Soul True Lord could perish if they were not careful!

Lu Qingshan was only at Foundation Establishment now, and his path of Cultivation had just begun; he still had to experience countless hardships and dangers on his growth path.

So, on this trip to Heaven Sword Sect, she verbally told Lu Qingshan to take it easy.

In reality, he had already made up his mind, hoping that Heaven Sword Sect would let his Disciple suffer a bit and temper his Heart-Nature.

He didn’t want him to act like he was invincible and looked down on everyone else every day.

“It’s perfectly normal for a Genius to have some arrogance, Immortal Master Tianyuan, please rest assured.”

Yu Jian Zhenren naturally understood Immortal Master Tianyuan’s meaning.

Which young Genius wasn’t incredibly arrogant?

Especially Sword Cultivators; what they pursued was a resolute Heart-Nature and an invincible Aura, which made it even more severe.

He invited Lu Qingshan to Heaven Sword Sect to ‘ask for a sword’ also with the thought of using the other party to temper his own Disciple, so he would know that there were always people stronger than him.

In the future, when he left the Sect, he should maintain a sense of vigilance and reverence towards other Cultivators.

“Thank you, Yu Jian Zhenren.”

Immortal Master Tianyuan said with a serious expression.

Her Disciple was indeed exceptionally talented.

However, she still highly acknowledged Heaven Sword Sect, a Nascent Soul-level Sword Cultivator Sect, knowing its profound heritage.

She had even heard that Heaven Sword Sect had produced a Prodigy with the ‘Supreme Sword Bone’ in this generation.

“En.”

Yu Jian Zhenren glanced at Lu Qingshan, who was laughing and playing with his younger sister, Lu Qingzhu, in the distance.

He felt that although the other party possessed an astonishing Sword Intent and an invincible Aura, his Heart-Nature seemed quite good.

He wasn’t an arrogant person who looked down on others or was conceited.

He thought to himself that although Immortal Master Tianyuan was a Core Formation True Person, she still didn’t understand Sword Cultivators.

Seven days later.

Heaven Sword Sect, Sword-Asking Platform.

Under Yu Jian Zhenren’s arrangement, Heaven Sword Sect was already aware of Lu Qingshan’s ‘asking for a sword’ matter, and many Disciples came to watch.

After all, ‘asking for a sword’ was a unique feature of Heaven Sword Sect.

It occurred almost every few years, and during these events, Core Formation True Persons would also come to observe the swordplay.

If one performed well during the event, they could even receive rewards afterward.

“As expected of Heaven Sword Sect, truly extraordinary.”

Lu Qingshan looked at the scene before him, seeing the Heaven Sword Sect Disciples dressed in white sword robes, and praised them aloud.

Heaven Sword Sect was unlike other Sects.

All Disciples within the Sect were Sword Cultivators, cultivating Sword Arts.

Usually, three to five, or a dozen, was fine.

But at this moment, hundreds of Sword Cultivators gathered, each exuding a sharp and keen Aura, giving off a different feeling.

“Go, big brother!”

Lu Qingzhu cheered for her big brother.

Although in Immortal Master Tianyuan’s eyes, Lu Qingshan was very arrogant and looked down on others.

But in Lu Qingzhu’s eyes, her big brother was the best in the world!

Even if she heard that her big brother was arrogant, she would still feel that since her big brother was so amazing, not only did his Cultivation progress rapidly, but he also mastered any Sword Art or spell as soon as he learned it, and perfected it as soon as he mastered it, so wasn’t it normal to have some arrogance?

“Hahaha, watch your big brother perform.”

Lu Qingshan habitually ruffled his younger sister’s hair and said with a grin.

“Qingshan, remember what Master told you.”

Immortal Master Tianyuan instructed her Disciple.

“Master, please rest assured!”

Lu Qingshan knew that his Master was telling him not to instantly kill his opponent with one sword strike, but to give them some Face.

He came to the Sword-Asking Platform, standing tall and imposing, and cupped his hands towards the stage, saying, “Lu Qingshan of Jin Yang Sect, I have come to Heaven Sword Sect today to ask for a sword. I request guidance from all Fellow Daoists.”

After he finished speaking, a golden Magical Artifact sword appeared in his hand, and his entire being was enveloped in a soaring Sword Intent, as if it could tear through the sky and shift the sun and moon, giving off an unstoppable Aura.

“Hiss, what an astonishing Sword Intent!”

“What kind of Sword Intent is this?!”

“Lu Qingshan of Jin Yang Sect, I’ve heard of this person! Six years ago, he won first place in the Five Immortal Sects Sword Trial in Jiang Country!”

“It’s him! The Sword Cultivator from the Purple Nether Secret Realm back then!”

“I didn’t expect this person to come to our Heaven Sword Sect to ask for a sword.”

The Heaven Sword Sect Disciples immediately started discussing as they saw Lu Qingshan on the Sword-Asking Platform.

“This child is so young, yet he possesses such a Sword Intent Aura!”

“To be able to Cultivate such a Sword Intent at such a young age, he is truly exceptionally talented in the Dao of the Sword.”

Several Immortal Masters from Heaven Sword Sect came to observe the swordplay, looking at Lu Qingshan on the Sword-Asking Platform, and commented.

They all understood why Yu Jian Zhenren would invite Lu Qingshan to ask for a sword.

“Wu Jiu, please enlighten Fellow Daoist Lu.”

Immediately, a figure in his thirties shot onto the Sword-Asking Platform and said coldly to Lu Qingshan.

“I didn’t expect Senior Brother Wu to enter the arena so soon.”

“This Lu Qingshan is not simple, being able to win first place in the Five Sects Grand Competition in Jiang Country.”

“That’s right, if you go up without some strength, you’ll only humiliate yourself.”

Immediately, Disciples spoke up, indicating that this Wu Jiu was not simple at all.

“Please.”

Lu Qingshan, dressed in a Jin Yang Sect Disciple’s robe, stood tall and slender, making a ‘please’ gesture.

Wu Jiu did not stand on ceremony, he conjured a Sword Orb and attacked Lu Qingshan.

Although this ‘asking for a sword’ seemed somewhat informal, with several Core Formation True Persons observing, there was no need to worry about accidents during the process.

“Clang, clang, clang!”

Lu Qingshan faced the attacking Sword Orb with a calm and composed expression, striking out streams of sword light with his Magical Artifact sword.

The sword light and Sword Orb clashed, sending sparks flying.

“What sharp Sword Qi!”

Wu Jiu felt his Natal Sword Orb faintly trembling just from the initial exchange, and his heart was filled with shock.

He dared not hesitate, immediately forming hand seals and going all out.

But Lu Qingshan remained unmoving, waving his Magical Artifact sword, calmly and effortlessly resolving his attacks.

A moment later, Lu Qingshan unleashed a stream of sword light, like a meteor striking the sun, sending the Sword Orb flying back. Wu Jiu’s Face immediately turned pale, and his steps staggered.

“Hiss, so strong!”

“Junior Brother Wu Jiu just went all out, yet he couldn’t even shake him in the slightest.”

The Heaven Sword Sect Disciples below the stage were surprised.

“Thank you for the concession.”

Lu Qingshan looked at Wu Jiu and slightly cupped his hands.

“I lost.”

Wu Jiu took a deep breath, knowing that his strength was completely not on the same level as the other party.

As soon as he stepped off the stage, a thin young man came onto the Sword-Asking Platform.

“Luo Yijian, please enlighten me!”

“It’s Junior Brother Luo! Although he’s only at Foundation Establishment Third Layer, his Divine Sense is incredibly powerful, and he Cultivates the Myriad Sword Art, which allows him to control thirty-six Flying Swords!”

“I heard that Senior Brother Luo once suppressed a Middle Stage Foundation Establishment Demonic Cultivator with his thirty-six Flying Swords!”

“…”

Lu Qingshan heard these discussions, raised an eyebrow slightly, maintained a calm expression, and made a ‘please’ gesture.

“Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!”

Luo Yijian didn’t stand on ceremony. He slapped his Storage Pouch, and three-inch Flying Swords emerged one after another, in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet, erupting with seven-colored sword light, shooting towards Lu Qingshan.

Although most of the Flying Swords were only Magical Artifacts, their power was astonishing.

“Good timing.”

Lu Qingshan saw this scene, waved the Magical Artifact sword in his hand, and layers of Sword Qi swirled around him, like a vortex-like Sword Qi shield, enveloping his body, constantly flowing, making the sharp Sword Qi ebb and flow.

“Clang, clang, clang—”

Flying Swords attacked Lu Qingshan, colliding with his Sword Qi shield, producing a series of crisp sounds and scattering sparks.

Then, wisps of sword light around Lu Qingshan, like small snakes, entangled with the Flying Swords and attacked, constantly clashing, causing the Flying Swords to dim in the process.

“I lost.”

Luo Yijian saw this situation and knew that if the other party hadn’t held back, his Flying Swords would probably have been cut off.

“What, Senior Brother Luo’s Sword Formation? Why didn’t we see him use it?”

“This Lu Qingshan’s Dao of the Sword has reached the stage of Sword Qi Transformation. Under his Sword Qi, Junior Brother Luo Yijian’s Sword Formation simply couldn’t form.”

“Sword Qi Transformation? Isn’t he only at Early Stage Foundation Establishment?”

“Good, good, good! Sword Qi Transformation, interesting! I’ll have a go with you!”

The Heaven Sword Sect Disciples in the arena discussed animatedly when they saw this scene, and immediately another person stepped onto the stage.

“Hiss, it’s Senior Brother Zhao!”

“This time, it should be stable!”

“But Lu Qingshan is only at Early Stage Foundation Establishment, while Senior Brother Zhao has already broken through to Middle Stage Foundation Establishment. Even if he wins, it won’t be a fair victory.”

“Since it’s ‘asking for a sword’, Senior Brother Zhao will naturally suppress his cultivation to Early Stage Foundation Establishment.”

As they watched the middle-aged man step onto the stage, someone below immediately spoke up again.

This middle-aged man was different from the previous two; he held a Magical Artifact sword, and his sword momentum was grand and sweeping, fierce and domineering.

However, what started as an evenly matched fight, after several rounds, Lu Qingshan’s offensive gradually became fierce, making it difficult for Senior Brother Zhao to parry. He had no choice but to use his Middle Stage Foundation Establishment strength and admit defeat.

For a moment, the Heaven Sword Sect Disciples in the arena also noticed something amiss.

They realized that Lu Qingshan was intentionally engaging in several rounds with each person before truly striking and defeating them.

Otherwise, if he could defeat Senior Brother Zhao like this, the previous Wu Jiu and Luo Yijian probably wouldn’t have been able to withstand a few of Lu Qingshan’s sword strikes.

Facing this situation, some were surprised by Lu Qingshan’s strength, while others were displeased, feeling that they had been underestimated.

“It seems I still underestimated this child’s strength.”

Yu Jian Zhenren looked at Lu Qingshan on the Sword-Asking Platform and immediately understood why Immortal Master Tianyuan had told his Heaven Sword Sect not to hold back.

Because with Lu Qingshan’s strength, their ordinary Disciples were indeed no match for him.

Immediately, he sent a voice transmission to a Disciple, saying, “Han Jing, suppress your cultivation to Early Stage Foundation Establishment and go try with Lu Qingshan.”

Then he continued to send voice transmissions, asking people to call over the Sect’s several Core Formation seeds.