Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2212: 596: Xiao Xiyue’s Bewilderment, Great Geng Golden Sword Body! (part 3)

He then detailed the entire ordeal to Xiao Xiyue, recounting the perils they faced, the encounter with the True Immortal Caiyun, and her revelation about Spirit-nurturing Energy's ability to bolster the Golden Core Dao Foundation and replenish mana.

"..."

A knowing nod passed between them; Xiao Xiyue's suspicions were indeed accurate.

Their shared experiences within the perilous Sealing Demon Land had forged a bond.

In a realm fraught with peril, their mutual reliance and constant proximity, facing down dangers side-by-side, had inevitably kindled affection.

Furthermore, their mana had been restored through the intimate practice of Dual Cultivation...

Perhaps, she mused, her Master had harbored budding feelings for Lu Changsheng even when the initial suggestion of using Spirit-nurturing Energy to stimulate the Golden Core Dao Foundation was made.

Xiao Xiyue knew Lu Changsheng intimately.

Despite his current composed demeanor, she found it impossible to believe he held no romantic interest in her Master.

After a lengthy silence, during which Xiao Xiyue's emotions settled considerably, she inquired how they managed to escape the Sealing Demon Land, a place utterly devoid of spiritual energy, and how her Master achieved the Nascent Soul breakthrough.

"The True Man and I broke free from the Sealing Demon Land by defeating Ghost Demons. Subsequently, a grand heavenly merit descended, and we both received an Infant Condensing Opportunity from the Heavenly Dao..."

Lu Changsheng explained.

"An Infant Condensing Opportunity from the Heavenly Dao!?"

Xiao Xiyue gasped, astonished. She had never imagined that Lu Changsheng and her Master would be blessed with such an extraordinary boon.

The reason for her Master's swift advancement to Nascent Soul outside the land became instantly clear.

The wider world had marveled at Yun Wanshang's rapid ascent to Nascent Soul in just over fifty years.

Even as her disciple, Xiao Xiyue herself had been astounded by this feat.

After all, if reaching Nascent Soul were so commonplace, the Qingyun Sect would not have remained a mere Core Formation Sect throughout its many years of existence.

Just as she prepared to question Lu Changsheng why he hadn't also advanced, given they both had received a Heavenly Dao Infant Condensing Opportunity,

he continued, stating that he had encountered other fortunate turns and that the Infant Condensing Opportunity wasn't essential for him. Therefore, he relinquished his own opportunity to aid Yun Wanshang, acting as her protector during her breakthrough.

"However, during that time, I perceived my True Man's inner turmoil regarding our relationship. I feared that if this continued, it would be difficult for her to overcome the Demonic Tribulation..."

"So, I laid bare my heart to the True Man, hoping she would also find peace in accepting our relationship."

Though his account was truthful, Lu Changsheng, ever the responsible husband, opted for a slight embellishment, a white lie to smooth over the narrative.

Xiao Xiyue pressed her lips together, a whirlwind of emotions swirling within her.

The romantic entanglement between her husband and her Master seemed complex and convoluted.

Yet, it was presented with such irrefutable logic that she, as both disciple and wife, could find no fault.

Even if certain aspects initially seemed questionable.

However, within the life-or-death crucible of the Sealing Demon Land, the use of Dual Cultivation for mutual advancement was entirely justifiable.

Hesitation regarding propriety then could very well have led to their demise.

And regarding her Master's push for the Nascent Soul realm and Lu Changsheng's assistance, Xiao Xiyue found even less room for criticism.

The Nascent Soul Heavenly Tribulation was fraught with danger, particularly the Demonic Tribulation.

A single crack in one's resolve could lead to utter ruin, body and Dao destroyed under the Heavenly Tribulation's wrath.

Xiao Xiyue fell into a profound silence, rendered speechless.

After absorbing Lu Changsheng's narrative, she couldn't shake the feeling that her own presence had somehow obstructed the natural progression of feelings between Lu Changsheng and Yun Wanshang.

Had she not been a factor, perhaps they would have naturally gravitated towards each other long ago.

And when one truly considered it, Master had been involved with Lu Changsheng even before she had...

Following a contemplative pause, Xiao Xiyue met Lu Changsheng's gaze, now filled with tenderness, and declared with a hint of exasperation, "You need to sort out your own mess!"

She no longer wished to be involved in the affairs between Lu Changsheng and her Senior Sister, nor with her Master. She wanted no further knowledge of it.

Currently, she was uncertain how she would even face her own Master.

"No, Xi Yue, I haven't finished speaking yet,"

Lu Changsheng replied with a wry smile, observing the expression on his wife's face.

"???"

Xiao Xiyue was stunned, gazing at Lu Changsheng with a look of disbelief, as if questioning how there could possibly be more after reaching such a point between them.

Could it be that he still wished for her to officiate their wedding?

"At that time, the True Man and I bared our hearts to each other, and I helped her attack the Nascent Soul realm through the Sun Moon Samsara Technique, but afterward... it seems the True Man got pregnant."

Since he had already confessed to this extent, Lu Changsheng naturally had to tell the entire story.

After all, based on his analysis, once Yun Wanshang returned to the Qingyun Sect, there was a high probability she would fall back into a state of internal conflict and might even refuse to see him.

At that moment, he would need to trouble Xiao Xiyue to help smooth things over between the two sides.

Xiao Xiyue was utterly dumbfounded.

In that instant, it was as if a celestial bolt had struck her; her mind buzzed incessantly.

Everything Lu Changsheng had uttered before was far less shocking and impactful to her than this single revelation.

Her own husband had not only gotten intimately involved with her Master.

Her Master was even carrying her husband's child!?

This, this, this...

"Lu Changsheng, are you courting death!?"

The usually tranquil and divine Fairy Xi Yue, who remained untouched by emotions or worldly affairs, erupted in anger. She abruptly sat upright, her gaze fixed on Lu Changsheng, filled with shame, fury, and a deep sense of grievance. The proud, snowy peaks on her chest heaved and trembled.

Having been Lu Changsheng's wife for so many years, she understood perfectly well that he was confiding in her because he hoped for her assistance.

Yet, at this very moment, she herself had no clue how to face her Master, let alone manage the complicated relationship between Lu Changsheng and her Master.

Especially with the Master being pregnant with Lu Changsheng's child.

"Xi Yue..."

In all their years together, Lu Changsheng had never witnessed Xiao Xiyue in such a state. His heart was overwhelmed with guilt and panic as he pulled her into a tight embrace, attempting to soothe her. "I will handle all of this. I simply felt I could no longer keep this from you."

"And precisely how do you intend to handle it?"

Xiao Xiyue responded with irritation.

"Having come this far, I can only take responsibility...."

Lu Changsheng forced himself to utter the words.

"Truly worthy of Changsheng True Master, ensnaring our Master and Disciple trio all in a single net. If this tale were to spread, who wouldn't marvel and proclaim it a legendary romance."