Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 1944: 507: How Did It End Up Like This? (part 4)
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With a defiant tone, Lu Wangshu spoke out, tallying up on her delicate jade-like fingers the countless vows her father had given over the many decades.
"Stop, stop, that happened ages ago, and didn't everything need time...."
As his daughter dug up those dusty ledgers from thirty or forty years back, Lu Changsheng hastily cut in, stressing just how overwhelmingly occupied he had been.
Furthermore, crafting and raising these three Fourth Rank Talismans had demanded immense toil from him, draining vast amounts of his time and effort.
In particular, whenever his initial attempts at inscribing them went wrong, securing the right materials for talisman creation turned into a real headache.
"Alright, alright, Dad, no more words, you've toiled enough."
Even though Lu Wangshu believed her father had merely overlooked things amid his hectic schedule, watching him begin to whine and mutter made her soften and offer some solace.
Not long afterward, Lu Changsheng assisted his daughter in refining those three talismans.
Indeed, it involved true refinement.
Beyond Lu Changsheng's constant busyness over the years and his varying conditions, the primary reason these three talismans took so long to advance to the fourth rank stemmed from the sheer difficulty involved!
Unlike typical talismans meant for one-time activation, these stood out as exceptional ones akin to the Summoning Talisman.
Such talismans link directly to Lu Wangshu’s Life-bound Divine Talisman, aiding her in cultivating Essence, Qi, and Spirit, purifying Mana, and solidifying her Dao Foundation!
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One hour passed.
"How does it feel?"
A smile played on Lu Changsheng's lips as he questioned his daughter.
"Father, these three talismans seem just like the magical treasures formed through the Hundred Refinements Treasure Body Art, with mana flowing on its own in endless loops. When I practice my cultivation, the pace boosts by nearly fifty percent!"
Joy filled Lu Wangshu's voice as she shared this.
With Lu Lingxiao already practicing the Core Formation Secret Technique and on the verge of reaching Core Formation, while she lingered at the Eighth Layer of Foundation Building, a heavy burden weighed on her.
For the moment, she managed to keep pace through various means, yet after the other achieved Core Formation breakthrough, Lu Lingxiao would surge far ahead of her.
"Excellent."
Lu Changsheng's heart warmed at the sight of his daughter's face lighting up with pure delight, like a flower in full bloom, making all the labor poured into refining those three talismans feel entirely worthwhile.
Gently, he extended his hand to tousle her smooth, raven-black locks, a silent reminder that progress in cultivation demanded patience and steadiness over haste.
Despite journeying side by side, the father and daughter made their way to Dragon Fish Island, then Green Carp Island and Red Carp Island, before arriving at Mengxi Island, the spot where Meng Xiaochan, Lu Linghe, and their companions pushed forward with their ventures.
"Lu Lang! Brother!"
"Dad! Dad! Sister!"
Meng Xiaochan, Bai Ling, and the rest lit up with happiness the instant Lu Changsheng and Lu Wangshu appeared.
"Little Chan, Ling’er..."
Observing the state of the island, Lu Changsheng took in the raw edge of pioneering life shared here with his spouse and offspring.
Half a month onward, he ventured into the heart of the Great Dream Marsh to inspect the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale.
"Splash——"
The ocean churned furiously, bubbling with fury as a colossal whirlpool formed.
Emerging from long years of deep sleep, the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale had at last achieved its evolution from a Heavenly Grade Bloodline into a True Spirit Level Bloodline!
Its enormous, regal body displayed flawless balance, while black gold scales packed tightly over it resembled unbreakable armor, enveloping every inch without gap.
Bathed in sun rays and ocean waves, every scale gleamed with an enigmatic, deep glow, as faint dark gold dragon motifs drifted lazily across them, radiating otherworldly charm.
Crowning its head, the pair of dragon horns rose grand and imposing, radiating the commanding presence of a supreme ruler.
Flanking its sides, the fins resembled mighty, robust wings, sheathed in razor-sharp scales that caught the currents and flashed with icy sharpness.
"Impressive, this truly captures the essence of a True Spirit Level Demon King now."
Lu Changsheng nodded in deep approval at the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale's transformed appearance.
In earlier stages of development and change, its frame had seemed clumsy and unbalanced.
"Big Black, prepared to go?"
Lu Changsheng inquired.
"Roar!"
A deep rumble escaped the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale, signaling its full readiness to advance to the fourth rank, brimming with unshakeable certainty!
"..."
The mention of such firm assurance prompted Lu Changsheng to remember the prior attempt by the whale to endure the True Spirit Tribulation, where the Heavenly Tribulation had ravaged it, shredding flesh and muscle until mere skeleton remained.
"Fine, I'll accompany you shortly."
Even if the whale faced no issues in facing the tribulation.
Earlier, through divination, he had foreseen favorable omens, confirming the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale's certain triumph over the tribulation.
Yet for events of such gravity, extra care proved essential.
Back at Myriad Demon Abyss and Five Poisons Cult, he had gathered certain treasures for the whale, guaranteeing utter success without mishap!