Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2146: 578:

He believed that mastering the Sealing Demon Array and Body Merging Array would dramatically amplify his power.

Yun Wanshang's delicate face showed a flicker of surprise when Lu Changsheng naturally took her hand. She hesitated, considering withdrawing hers.

However, observing Lu Changsheng's tightly shut eyes, she remained silent, allowing him to hold it.

It wasn't as if they hadn't experienced intimate moments before; their adventure in the Forbidden Mountain had already led to numerous instances of close physical contact.

Qian Zhuyan remained quiet, acting as a vigilant guard protecting both of them.

After a moment of contemplation, however, a soul crystal materialized in her grasp.

Seizing this opportunity, she commenced refining the soul crystal obtained from the Soul-calling Beast, which had previously consumed strange entities.

...

Within the deepest reaches of the Demon Abyss, the forbidden expanse enshrouded in perpetual demon fog, stood a mountain shaped like a Qilin. This mountain was intrinsically linked to the intricate array patterns encompassing the entire Demon Abyss.

"If only my own cultivation level were not so deficient, my techniques might even eclipse those of the legendary Demon Sealers of the past..."

The Qilin mused to itself.

Its initial summons of Lu Changsheng stemmed from detecting the presence of the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror.

It understood that this treasure possessed the remarkable ability to purify the ghostly demon qi that permeated the area.

The Qilin harbored a hope of employing this artifact to cleanse the Demon Abyss of its pervasive demon qi and lingering spirits.

What it had not anticipated was that Lu Changsheng possessed not only a Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure but also a formidable Punishment Beast!

Upon Lu Changsheng's arrival at the Demon Abyss and the subsequent infusion of formation power into his being, witnessing him wield the Great Luo Sword Embryo and execute the Divine Skill [Chaos Wanxiang] revealed to the phantom that this individual far surpassed its initial expectations.

The sole deficiency was his regrettably low cultivation level.

It wasn't merely Lu Changsheng; even the Punishment Beast's power was insufficient.

Otherwise, given his inherent strength and masterful techniques, the task of sealing the demons would have been accomplished with ease.

After observing for a span, the Qilin phantom atop the peak let out a sigh and faded away, akin to a celestial being bestowing a benevolent gaze upon the mortal realm.

...

Time flowed onward swiftly. Without conscious notice, over a month had elapsed with Lu Changsheng and Yun Wanshang diligently engaged in sealing demons within the Demon Abyss.

The scarcity of Spiritual Energy in this desolate location rendered the replenishment of Qi-Blood magical power a considerably arduous undertaking once depleted, necessitating a cautious approach to avoid reckless expenditure.

His actions were thus confined to leveraging the formation power bestowed upon him to activate the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror, thereby purging the surrounding demons and demon qi.

While the bestowed formation power was constrained, preventing the full manifestation of the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror's Heaven-Reaching Spirit Power, it sufficed to unleash the Solar Mysterious Light, potent enough to contend with those at the Nascent Soul stage.

"Buzz buzz buzz-"

Clutching the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror, Lu Changsheng directed searing and dominant beams of Solar Mysterious Light into the maw of the Demon Abyss cave, incinerating and purifying the seemingly unending ghostly demon qi.

Following more than a month of persistent demon sealing, he ascertained that these peculiar entities were designated as Ghost Demons.

They existed as specter-like beings devoid of any physical form.

Due to their unique nature, enabling effortless traversal through spatial rifts, they appeared in overwhelming numbers, their presence seemingly inexhaustible.

The cumulative efforts over the past month had indeed resulted in a significant reduction in the Ghost Demon population.

However, the current wave of emerging Ghost Demons comprised increasingly formidable adversaries, all belonging to elite classifications.

Were it not for the artifact's might and the supplementary blessing of the array's power, permitting strategic respites near the array patterns, not only Lu Changsheng but even a supreme Nascent Soul True Lord would undoubtedly have been overwhelmed and annihilated by the relentless onslaught of the ghost demon horde.

"To think that a mere Fifth Rank Great Formation could effectively contain such a terrifying, interdimensional passage."

After an extended period, a palpable weariness settled upon Lu Changsheng. He retrieved the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror and retreated towards the array patterns for recuperation, a sense of profound contemplation washing over him.

It wasn't solely him who felt the strain.

Even the formidable Soul-calling Beast, a bane to these demons, required periods of respite following protracted combat engagements.

The continuous exertion was taxing, demanding a gradual process of recovery and assimilation.

...

Time continued its unhurried progression.

After Lu Changsheng and the Soul-calling Beast had dedicated half a year to the arduous task of demon sealing, the density of the ghostly demon qi within the Demon Abyss perceptibly diminished.

Nonetheless, colossal pillars of black energy, reminiscent of Nine Nether Pythons, relentlessly assaulted and breached the sky-colored clouds that drifted like ethereal mist, unleashing terrifying waves of power.

"Young friend, in the coming phase, Fourth Rank Ghost Demons will emerge. You must exercise utmost caution."

On this particular day, another Five-Colored Qilin emerged from the oppressive layers of demon fog. It approached the array patterns, conveyed its warning to Lu Changsheng, and subsequently transformed into three drops of Qilin Blood, bestowing them as a supplementary gift to aid their current condition.

The Demon Abyss, awash in spectral demon qi, would exert immense pressure even on Lu Changsheng without the aid of Qilin Essence Blood.

"You should take it. I don't require it," Yun Wanshang stated, shaking her head as Lu Changsheng offered her a drop of Qilin Essence Blood.

She had initially joined Lu Changsheng in sealing the demons. However, as the process continued, she realized her contributions were minimal, and Lu Changsheng did not need her meager strength. Her role was simply to rest within the confines of the array patterns. Thus, she was reluctant to see such a precious Qilin Essence Blood go to waste.

"True Man, you ought to keep it. This Qilin Essence Blood can cleanse and fortify the physical body, which will be beneficial for your future breakthrough to the Nascent Soul stage," Lu Changsheng explained. He invariably shared valuable resources with those closest to him, ensuring everyone received a portion. Furthermore, the Qilin Essence Blood held only marginal efficacy for him; losing a single drop was insignificant. For Yun Wanshang, however, it offered substantial assistance.

Without further ado, he placed the Qilin Essence Blood, resembling a five-colored agate, into Yun Wanshang's hand before taking a drop himself.

After a considerable duration, along with a swarm of Third Rank Ghost Demons emerging from the Demon Abyss's depths, a colossal Ghost Demon, several zhang in height, appeared. Its terrifying visage radiated a scarlet glow, inducing dizziness simply by its sight.

"Tihun!" Lu Changsheng, wielding the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror in one hand and the Great Luo Sword Embryo in the other, advanced toward the Ghost Demons, accompanied by the Soul-calling Beast.

These Ghost Demons were formidable, possessing partial immortality. Without the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror and Tihun to suppress them, eradicating these spectral beings would have been exceptionally challenging. Even so, confronting a horde of Third Rank Ghost Demons and a single Fourth Rank Ghost Demon still placed Lu Changsheng under considerable strain.

"Huff huff huff—" However, just as the Fourth Rank Ghost Demon was severely wounded by the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror and subsequently consumed by the Soul-calling Beast, another Fourth Rank Ghost Demon lunged forward.

"Senior, please wait a moment. We require a brief respite," Lu Changsheng called out urgently toward the depths of the Demon Abyss after consecutively vanquishing three Fourth Rank Ghost Demons. He was not only feeling fatigued but Tihun's capacity was also reaching its limit.

"Very well..." An aged, feeble voice responded, acknowledging Lu Changsheng's prowess. Such matters could not be rushed. Any mishap befalling Lu Changsheng would render all their prior efforts futile.

...Days later, the Soul-calling Beast reluctantly regurgitated a soul crystal, roughly the size of a watermelon, tinged with green.

"Is this a Fourth Rank Ghost Demon's soul crystal?" Lu Changsheng inquired, sensing the potent and unadulterated Yin Soul Power contained within.

"Little Yan." Without much deliberation, Lu Changsheng presented the soul crystal to Qian Zhuyan, who stood beside him.

The soul fire within Qian Zhuyan's eyes flickered silently, conveying a palpable sense of longing and eagerness. Upon witnessing the soul crystal, she recognized that refining it would elevate her Puppet Spirit Soul to the Fourth Rank, transforming her into a genuine Fourth Rank Puppet.

"Thank you, Master," Qian Zhuyan's icy, raspy voice conveyed her gratitude to Lu Changsheng.

"There's no need for thanks between us," Lu Changsheng replied with a gentle laugh, his handsome features exuding an approachable aura that left a favorable impression. Even Yun Wanshang occasionally found herself wondering if this young man had mastered some alluring technique or was blessed with an innate charm.

Having said that, Lu Changsheng gestured to the Soul-calling Beast, prompting it to produce a few more Fourth Rank soul crystals. Firstly, the purity and immensity of the Yin Soul Power within these crystals were substantial, and Lu Changsheng intended to study them later. Secondly, these soul crystals were highly beneficial for Ghost Cultivators, presenting an opportunity for future trade in exchange for other Heavenly and Earthly Treasures.

"Chitter chitter chitter..." The Soul-calling Beast, having reverted from its battle form to its Macaque Beast guise, immediately expressed its displeasure. The entire Origin Source of a Ghost Demon was concentrated within its soul crystal. To disgorge the soul crystal would mean its efforts yielded no personal gain. While it did not object to yielding the Second or even Third Rank soul crystals, considering them mere snacks with little impact on its own development, these Fourth Rank soul crystals were crucial for its advancement.

"Very well, then. Reserve a few for me later," Lu Changsheng chuckled at the Soul-calling Beast's disgruntled expression. He indicated that it could first digest its current share, but in the future, when confronting Fourth Rank Ghost Demons, it should refrain from consuming them entirely, saving some for him.

"Chitter chitter chitter..."