Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2155: 581 (3)

A tormented, earth-shattering howl echoed from the Riftwind Beast as its colossal form, encased in shimmering, silvery-gray scale armor, glinted sharply. It began to thrash and struggle with all its might.

However, Lu Changsheng paid no heed to his own wounds at this critical juncture. The Nine Treasures Ruyi Bone erupted with an blinding, unparalleled radiance, completely engulfing the beast. Its scale armor began to char and disintegrate under the intense light, while simultaneously, the Daluo Sword Embryo and the Brahman Demon True Body unleashed devastating slashes.

The Golden-winged Roc, witnessing the overwhelming power displayed, could only manage to assist by shedding its 108,000 feathers, refraining from a direct assault.

In the ensuing moments, the immense body of the Riftwind Beast, its frenzied struggles gradually weakening, began to lose its strength and will to resist. It was left teetering on the brink of death.

Even with the formidable physique and tenacious life force of a Fourth-tier Demon King, enduring such a relentless barrage of attacks proved to be an insurmountable challenge.

This was especially true after the earlier strike from the Fourth-rank Treasure Flying Dagger had delivered a potentially fatal blow.

After several breaths, the Riftwind Beast's body stiffened. Under the combined onslaught of Lu Changsheng and the Golden-winged Roc, its life force finally extinguished, and its massive form crashed heavily onto the island.

The Three Treasures Incarnation, positioned nearby, raised a hand and retrieved the flying dagger lodged within the Riftwind Beast's skull. It was then taken back to be nurtured and replenished once more.

While this flying dagger possesses astonishing destructive power, it is not without its drawbacks.

Each time it is unleashed, its potency is significantly diminished, necessitating a period of recovery and nurturing.

Nevertheless, based on the two instances of its use thus far, the efficacy undeniably makes it worthwhile.

The first application, encountered outside the Vast Sand Illusion Realm, had almost caused the Nascent Soul Spirit Body of the Purple Grey True Monarch to disintegrate under its might.

And on this occasion, the flying dagger, having been nurtured for years within the Mystic Wood Gourd, exhibited even greater power, delivering the killing blow to the Riftwind Beast before them!

From a distance, the five cultivators observed with ashen faces and a palpable sense of exhaustion. A profound mixture of reverence and fear filled their gazes as they looked upon Lu Changsheng, not daring to utter a single word.

After all, they had just witnessed a formidable individual who possessed the audacity to confront a Fourth Rank Transformed Demon King directly and emerge victorious.

Their hearts hammered in their chests, trembling with trepidation as they replayed the recent battle in their minds.

Furthermore, the presence of the Three Treasures Incarnation and the Golden-winged Roc had left them utterly bewildered, leading them to question if these two beings were perhaps a pair of twins.

Yet, no accounts of such an unparalleled powerhouse had ever surfaced in the chronicles of the Stellar Sea.

"My Dao Companion is intending to undergo a tribulation, therefore I must trouble you, fellow Daoists, to stand guard here for a time,"

Lu Changsheng addressed the five individuals, his voice calm and even-toned.

He then gestured towards the Golden-winged Roc at his side, signaling it to bring Yun Wanshang and Qian Zhuyan over.

"It is indeed our profound honor to bear witness to the tribulation of the senior's Dao Companion!"

One of the cultivators immediately clasped his hands together and stated, his voice filled with earnest respect.

Having achieved Nascent Soul cultivation and survived under the looming threat of a Fourth Rank Demon King, these individuals were by no means ordinary, possessing a deep understanding of the art of survival.

"Indeed, indeed!"

"Senior has bestowed upon us a kindness of immense magnitude. We wish to pledge our loyalty and serve at your command!"

The others, witnessing this exchange, felt a surge of anxiety, unwilling to be left out and fearing that Lu Changsheng might later eliminate them to ensure secrecy. Thus, they swiftly chose to submit.

Ultimately, aligning themselves with such a powerful figure was far preferable to serving as a mere subordinate to a demon king.

More importantly, they understood that if the Riftwind Beast had succeeded in refining the Five Elements Primordial Magnetic Mountain, their own lives would have been permanently silenced.

Lu Changsheng, seemingly unfazed by their declarations, simply raised his palm, revealing a bone talisman.

Resembling a rising sun, it emanated a divine luminescence, pulsing with a torrent of life-infused essence energy that flowed directly into him.

As the potent essence energy surged, a visible flush of color returned to Lu Changsheng's formerly pale cheeks, swiftly mending the depletion and injuries he had sustained.

During the preceding confrontation with the Riftwind Beast, he had not only exchanged blows but also exerted considerable strain upon his physical form through the potent eruption of the Nine Treasures Ruyi Bone.

Although his condition would normally mend within a month due to his Chaotic Body and the presence of undying materials, he needed to maintain his peak state given the prevailing circumstances.

The five onlookers were once again struck with awe by Lu Changsheng's remarkable abilities.

After carefully storing the bone talisman, Lu Changsheng shifted the essence of the Yin-Yang Creation Sutra into the Myriad Calamities Poison Spirit Tome. He then addressed the five, stating, "For the duration of these days, I shall place a prohibition upon you to prevent any potential disturbances. Afterward, I shall permit your departure."

Having spoken, his gaze, sharp and golden, swept across the area, assessing the grand formation present on Split Wind Island. He began to contemplate the most effective means of asserting control over this formation.

"Yes."

"Please be assured, senior."

The five, currently in a weakened and submissive state, did not dare to offer any resistance. Their expressions conveyed a blend of bitterness and forced smiles as they responded.

"Could this be the Stellar Sea? Why are you assisting this demon king in refining treasures?"

This time, Lu Changsheng voiced the questions in his heart, seeking clarity on the situation from them.

"To respond to senior, this location is indeed the Stellar Sea. As for assisting this demon in refining treasures..."

The individuals spoke up, explaining that this area was situated in the depths of the Stellar Sea, also known as the Forbidden Sea.

Regarding their assistance to the demon king in refining treasures, it was a matter of sheer helplessness.

Originally, this Riftwind Beast had infiltrated an Immortal City of the Human Clan, masquerading as a Dan Cultivator. Under the pretense of exploring a Nascent Soul Cave Mansion, it declared a need for five cultivators who practiced the Five Elements Technique.

However, upon arriving at the supposed cave mansion, they discovered it was all a ruse orchestrated by the Riftwind Beast.

Its true intention was to refine a spiritual treasure called the "Five Elements Primordial Magnetic Mountain."

But the refinement of this treasure proved exceedingly difficult, necessitating the aid of five cultivators well-versed in the Five Elements Technique to facilitate the elemental fusion required to generate the Primordial Magnetic Power.

Confronted with this predicament, and facing a Fourth-rank Transformed Demon King, they were left with no choice but to resign themselves to their fate and agree to assist.

Unfortunately, after enduring years of this forced treasure refining, they had come to understand that this demon king frequently invaded the territories of cultivators. This latest endeavor of treasure refining was bound to be a scheme of significant consequence, and it was clear the demon would never permit them to depart alive.

Therefore, they began devising a plan for their own survival, intending to act during the final stages of the refining process.

"We were fortunate to encounter you, senior; otherwise, we would have met a grim end at the hands of this demon."

"Senior, we are eternally indebted for your immense benevolence!"

As they spoke, they reiterated their profound gratitude towards Lu Changsheng, their desperate will to survive palpable in their words.

This reaction was not entirely unexpected; they had diligently cultivated to reach their current level, achieving the status of high-rank cultivators. With over a century of life remaining, the prospect of dying in such a manner was something they vehemently wished to avoid.

Lu Changsheng had not anticipated finding himself within the Forbidden Sea, a location previously mentioned by Shen Yiren.

It was no wonder then that he had stumbled upon such an unoccupied Fourth-rank spirit island right at his doorstep.

Nonetheless, the actions of this particular Riftwind Beast left him astounded.

Here was a Transformed Demon King that actively sought knowledge within cultivator territories, displaying proficiency in both formations and artifact refining.

This was truly an exceptional talent, or rather, a dæmon prodigy!

Lu Changsheng surmised that if this demon had not diverted so much of its time and effort into other pursuits, it might have already achieved a breakthrough to the Fourth Rank Middle Stage.

He then became curious to inspect firsthand the "Five Elements Primordial Magnetic Mountain" that the Riftwind Beast had been in the process of refining.

Earlier, the offspring born to Shen Yiren had possessed an Upper Class Spirit Body, known as the "Primordial Magnetic Body." Consequently, hearing mention of this Primordial Magnetic Power naturally sparked his interest.

A short while later, Lu Changsheng arrived at the considerably dilapidated cave dwelling on Split Wind Island. Employing a mighty wave of magical power, he dislodged numerous broken stones, finally obtaining a view of a diminutive, multicolored mountain.

In the eleventh hour, due to the interference of the five cultivators, this spiritual treasure ultimately resulted in a failed refinement.

Upon a preliminary examination, Lu Changsheng observed that the Riftwind Beast’s methods for refining were rather unrefined, reminiscent of those employed by someone newly wealthy.

It appeared that the beast had acquired not only the technique for refining this treasure but also a rare Nine Extremities Mystic Magnetic Crystal. However, lacking sufficient expertise in artifact refining, it resorted to such an elementary approach and subsequently tricked five Dan Cultivators into providing assistance.

"Had its refinement been successful, and it possessed such a treasure, its power would undoubtedly have been extraordinary."

Even though this treasure was a failed attempt at refinement, the Five Elements Primordial Magnetic Power contained within it held the capability to suppress Five Elements Techniques and metal flying sword magical artifacts.

Furthermore, considering the beast was a Fourth-rank Transformed Demon King, its physical form was already exceptionally resilient. If it could also suppress cultivators' techniques and magical treasures, it would present a considerable challenge.

This was especially true given the Riftwind Beast’s formidable speed, a trait that few at its level could match.

"Despite being a failed refinement, the presence of so many rare materials suggests that I might attempt its re-crafting at a later time."

With the Divine Mechanism Hundred Refinement Technique, a supreme inheritance, Lu Changsheng felt confident that once he elevated his artifact refining proficiency to the Fourth Rank, he could undertake the task of refining this treasure anew.

He then raised his hand and carefully placed the Five Elements Primordial Magnetic Mountain into his storage ring.

The five cultivators, observing from a distance, remained silent, refraining from any utterance.

After all, since the Riftwind Beast had been vanquished by Lu Changsheng, all possessions on the island naturally devolved to him.