Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2191: 591 (2)

With a gaze fixed upon his father, Lu Lingxiao clasped his hands and began to speak.

He had, in truth, consistently favored undertaking arduous journeys for training. This inclination was particularly pronounced after observing Lu Wangshu and others hasten back to Bi Lake Mountain, and even participate in the Liangyue War.

However, his mother, Ling Zixiao, had always strongly opposed such endeavors.

Her primary concern was that the Heavenly Sword Sect might exploit him as a pawn to test Great Dream Immortal City, or worse, compel Great Dream Immortal City into direct confrontation.

Now that his father had returned, he seized the opportune moment to present his request.

"Liangyue War..."

Lu Changsheng’s eyes narrowed subtly.

Previously, through his Divination Art, he had ascertained that both Bi Lake Mountain and Great Dream Immortal City were entangled in the wider conflict within the Cultivation Nation. Their situations appeared unfavorable, fraught with numerous hidden perils.

Upon hearing his son’s words, he realized the war's impact might indeed be more severe than initially perceived.

While Lu Changsheng genuinely desired his children to venture out and gain worldly experience, he lacked a complete understanding of the Liangyue War's circumstances and the prevailing conditions in Jiang Country. Thus, he refrained from immediate agreement.

Furthermore, he distinctly recalled that the potential dangers confronting Great Dream Immortal City were even more profound than those faced by Bi Lake Mountain.

Such pervasive threats could potentially engulf everyone.

"Lingxiao, you mention the Liangyue War has reached a stalemate. Do you possess specific knowledge of the current developments?"

Yun Wanshang, standing nearby, couldn't help but inquire upon hearing this.

With Great Dream Immortal City under considerable duress, the standing of Qingyun Sect, one of the Four Great Immortal Sects in Jiang Country, was likely tenuous as well.

"Initially, the Liangyue War was slated for conclusion. However, with Yuan Country's insidious intervention, the entire conflict devolved into a protracted stalemate. Particularly in recent years, Yuan Country has reaped substantial benefits from the devastation of Qiyun Country and has been colluding with Liang Country..."

Lu Lingxiao articulated the situation of the Liangyue War with concise clarity.

Originally, Yue Country could have subdued the Beast King, a creation of Liang Country, through the application of a Secret Technique, thereby bringing an end to hostilities.

But following Yuan Country’s interference, the war became deeply entrenched, necessitating continuous reinforcements from Jiang Country.

Just as their discussion unfolded, Ling Zixiao made a hurried entrance.

Observing another Nascent Soul Female Cultivator approaching with evident haste, and recognizing her apparent connection as Lu Changsheng’s wife, Yun Wanshang experienced a sudden surge of unease.

Despite acknowledging her status as Lu Changsheng’s Dao Companion, she found herself questioning the unfolding circumstances.

Was she integrating into another's established family structure, essentially a harem?

While others might accept such a situation, Yun Wanshang found it difficult to reconcile.

"Lord, Xiao’er, Senior Hong Lian."

Upon seeing the trio, Ling Zixiao greeted them with evident joy.

However, her gaze faltered slightly upon noticing Yun Wanshang adorned in an opulent palace dress, radiating a noble grace that rivaled Hong Lian's own.

Although over the preceding decades, she had become acutely aware of her husband's predilections.

It was almost a routine for him to attract romantic entanglements or bring back one or two Female Cultivators during his expeditions.

Under ordinary circumstances, she would have overlooked such occurrences.

Yet, this particular absence had stretched for over a decade, resulting in a considerable backlog of domestic affairs.

Moreover, Great Dream Immortal City had been under relentless pressure from the Heavenly Sword Sect, confining their son, Lu Lingxiao, from venturing out.

Amidst these pressing circumstances, Lu Changsheng's continued dalliances abroad and his return with yet another Female Cultivator stirred a complex mix of emotions within her heart.

"Zixiao."

Possessing the Taiyi Divine Soul of the Nascent Soul realm, Lu Changsheng instantly perceived his wife's subtle emotional shift.

Understanding that his prolonged absence and the subsequent arrival of Yun Wanshang would inevitably unsettle her, he shed all pretense.

He immediately approached her with warmth, offered support, assisted her in sitting, and expressed profound gratitude for her unwavering dedication throughout the years.

Yun Wanshang observed the scene unfolding before her with a detached expression, inwardly acknowledging that the scoundrel indeed possessed an uncanny knack for attracting women.

His generosity was not merely in his actions but also in his remarkable adaptability and audacious demeanor.

This was in stark contrast to typical Core Formation or Nascent Soul Cultivators, who often harbored an inherent pride.

Yet here was Lu Changsheng, who had recently vanquished a Nascent Soul True Lord, now engaging in gentle conversation with a woman in the Initial Stage of Core Formation, his expression tinged with a conciliatory smile.

Such a display would be utterly inconceivable in most other settings.

However, upon further reflection, Yun Wanshang understood that it was precisely Lu Changsheng's brazenness that had captivated her...

She couldn't help but inwardly curse that scoundrel!

"Husband, why did this journey take such an extended period to complete?"

Ling Zixiao was not devoid of decorum. She recognized that while she could express her grievances privately on ordinary days, it was imperative to afford her husband respect in the presence of "outsiders" now.

As she spoke, her gaze drifted towards Yun Wanshang beside her multiple times.

However, the more Ling Zixiao observed, the more she sensed an abnormality.

This woman bore an uncanny resemblance to Caiyun True Immortal, the master of Xiao Xiyue!

Could it be that this woman was, in fact, Xiao Xiyue’s master, Caiyun True Immortal?

For a moment, Ling Zixiao was filled with surprise, astonishment, and a touch of amusement.

Her husband had managed to acquire Xiao Xiyue's master and senior disciples, all three of them.

"This is a complicated story. When I found Quanzhen, I was facing grave dangers. If I were to return now, I might bring disaster upon our home..."

Lu Changsheng recounted with a wry smile, suggesting that fate had played a cruel trick on him during his extensive journey.

"Husband, you have endured much hardship."

Ling Zixiao, being fully aware of Lu Changsheng's character, knew he would not typically abandon their family for another woman. She gently clasped his hand as she spoke.

Following this, Ling Zixiao provided Lu Changsheng and Yun Wanshang with a detailed account of the current state of Jiang Country and the ongoing Liangyue War.

The conflict had escalated to a point where its cessation was no longer a simple matter.

All Jiang Country could realistically do at this juncture was to endeavor to confine the battleground to Yue Country's territory.

Consequently, Jiang Country was continuously dispatching its forces to the front lines in Yue Country.

Great Dream Immortal City, as one of Jiang Country's Three Great Immortal Cities, found itself increasingly isolated and under pressure. This was due to its limited contributions and its refusal to accept the Heavenly Sword Sect's summons.

With their attention divided and harboring apprehension towards Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian, the enigmatic City Lords, the Heavenly Sword Sect might escalate their suppression.

Noble Families at the Core Formation stage, such as Bi Lake Mountain, were compelled to yield to the overwhelming momentum of the Cultivation World and comply with the summons, dispatching their forces to the Yue Country front line.