Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 1943: 507: Why Did It Get Set Like This? (3)

A Nascent Soul Cultivator hiding in the darkness remains a tough opponent to handle, no matter the place.

Yet, with a Third Rank Divination at his disposal, provided he pays the necessary cost and secures a proper medium connected to the Xu Family's Elder Ancestor, pinpointing his location shouldn't prove too challenging.

Soon after, word reached him that Ling Zixiao had finished building the teleportation array linking Bi Lake Mountain to White Tiger Mountain, prompting a visit to the underground palace for inspection.

Evidently, Ling Zixiao drew inspiration from the [Michen Banner] for this nearby teleportation array, employing one of its sub-banners as the central anchor for the formation's core.

"What a clever approach; I could easily duplicate several Little Michen Banners to serve as array eyes, guaranteeing the formation's steadiness."

As an expert Third Rank Top Level Artifact Refiner and Array Master, Lu Changsheng quickly grasped Ling Zixiao’s clever strategy.

Still, since Ling Zixiao had already departed for Great Dream Immortal City, Lu Changsheng had no choice but to postpone their discussion until later.

"Ping’an..."

Having spent a few days at home with his wives, Lu Changsheng called his son Lu Ping’an and tasked him with watching over the household before setting off to Qingyun Sect to reunite with Xiao Xiyue.

Half a month passed before Lu Ancestor departed from Qingyun Sect, bringing Ying’er along to Great Dream Immortal City.

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Thanks to the fame gained from slaying the Void Kun and hosting the grand whale hunting feast, no cultivator in Great Dream Immortal City dared to stir up trouble.

Even the stray heretic cultivators or robber cultivators that pop up now and then can be swiftly managed by the city's current defenses.

Thus, throughout these years, Great Dream Immortal City has enjoyed relative tranquility, with hardly any incidents to report.

"Lord, Xiao’er is currently practicing the Core Formation Secret Technique. Just as Senior Red Lotus mentioned, Xiao’er should have no trouble achieving core formation, but with the resources at hand, it's wise to make every preparation possible."

With Ling Zixiao advancing toward Core Formation, Lu Lingxiao gearing up for his own Core Formation breakthrough, and Hong Lian deep in her cultivation pursuits, the management of the immortal city's operations has once more landed on her shoulders.

"Core Formation is a step Xiao’er must take on his own. No need to hasten it."

Though his son Lu Lingxiao's push to Core Formation might trigger some child money from the system.

These milestones are bound to arrive in time anyway. A few extra years won't matter, and Lu Changsheng prefers Xiao’er to build a strong foundation first.

Next, Lu Changsheng intended to check in on the younger members of the immortal city's family.

Unfortunately, none of the children from home were around, as Meng Xiaochan had led them out for training and exploration.

"Well then."

Lu Changsheng felt a bit surprised upon hearing that his son Lu Minghuang, along with daughters Lu Baixi, Lu Mengchan, Lu Linghe, and the rest, were absent.

But once he learned Meng Xiaochan had taken them to scout nearby islands, he gave a small nod of approval.

The kids have matured; they shouldn't remain cooped up at home forever. Venturing out holds value, even if the gains seem modest.

Plus, under the protection of Meng Xiaochan, a Nascent Soul Cultivator, and with the islands close to the resting spot of the Sea Splitting Mystic Dragon Whale, true peril is unlikely.

After a few days of quality time with Ling Zixiao and Hong Lian, Lu Changsheng turned his thoughts to the subdued Puppet Master [Qian Zhuyan].

Though tainted by Puppet Spirit corruption that forces her into periods of rest, she has still produced a Third Rank Middle Grade Puppet and a half-completed Third Rank Puppet during these years.

Such productivity is nothing short of impressive.

Lu Changsheng unloaded a stockpile of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Materials gathered from Myriad Demon Abyss and Five Poisons Cult, items that could aid Qian Zhuyan's advancement and supply her puppet-crafting endeavors.

The sight of all these materials filled Qian Zhuyan with delight.

For one, it offered a clear path toward reaching the Fourth Rank as a Puppet Master.

For another, her passion for puppetry runs deep and true.

With Lu Changsheng supplying endless materials and minimal requirements for the puppets she creates, allowing her to craft freely, this setup feels like a perfect dream come true.

Were it not for the lingering grudges she holds, she might happily continue this way indefinitely.

"She's a real shut-in, a total puppetry enthusiast!"

Lu Changsheng mused inwardly before inquiring about his daughter Lu Wangshu’s aptitude in puppetry from Qian Zhuyan.

"Average."

In her raspy yet firm tone, Qian Zhuyan assessed that her puppet-crafting talent was ordinary, though her understanding proved solid.

Lu Wangshu had already reached the beginner stage with the "Little Yan Technique" and "Little Yan Handbook," and further progress would hinge on the effort she put in.

"Understood."

Lu Changsheng gave a slight nod, collected the puppet Qian Zhuyan had made, passed it to Ling Zixiao, and then proceeded to a store in Great Dream Immortal City called [Heavenly Talisman Hall].

This establishment serves as the talisman shop for the Heavenly Talisman Lu Family within Great Dream Immortal City, with Lu Wangshu acting as the temporary manager.

Much like the Third Rank Talismans sporadically available there, which are credited to "Changsheng True Master" on paper, they truly originate from Fairy Wangshu's skilled hands.

Finding his daughter absent from the talisman hall, Lu Changsheng headed to her private courtyard.

Observing her daughter immersed in diligent cultivation, Lu Changsheng felt a profound sense of ease.

"Dad, what brings you here?"

Only Lu Changsheng, Lu Lingxiao, and a select few possess the array keys to this courtyard.

Thus, when the protective array's restrictions parted, Lu Wangshu snapped out of her secluded cultivation session right away.

"Ah, I've wrapped up my tasks, so I thought I'd drop by to see how you're doing."

Lu Changsheng gazed at his daughter, her brows elegantly arched and her features glowing with vitality, and offered a gentle smile.

Despite having numerous children, he has long harbored a special fondness for his daughter Lu Wangshu.

After asking about her latest cultivation progress and noting her somewhat fatigued appearance, Lu Changsheng shook his head, turned over his palm, and declared: "I brought the Fourth Rank Talismans I promised you."

"Fourth Rank Talismans!"

Lu Wangshu perked up immediately, eyed the talisman in her father's grasp, snatched it with eager hands, and exclaimed in joyful astonishment: "Dad, you really kept it in mind this time—I figured you were just teasing me like before."

"???"

Lu Changsheng lightly tapped her forehead, responding: "When have I ever teased you?"

"Plenty of times, like three years back when you said that if I could grasp Senior Qianzhu’s puppetry basics, you'd make me a Third Rank Puppet—but nothing's come of it yet."

"And with these talismans, it's been years already, plus what you promised seven years ago... nine years ago..."