"Yes, Father."
Lu Pingâan had seen Lu Quanzhen in the hall before, but he hadnât looked closely and nodded in response.
"How is Shouzheng?"
Lu Changsheng knew that over the years, most of the time it was Lu Pingâan who was looking after Lu Shouzheng.
Lu Pingâan hesitated for a moment and said, "Father, Lu Shouzhengâs temperament should be quite strong-willed. His nature is not bad, itâs just because you and Qingyi True Master have not been around."
He had traveled from Qingzhu Mountain to Ruyi County City in his early years and then returned to Qingzhu Mountain, gaining some understanding of such matters.
Especially now, as the Heavenly Talisman Lu Family grows larger, there are often Immortal Seedlings sent to Bi Lake Mountain.
These Lu family disciples, when they first arrive at Bi Lake Mountain as children, need time to integrate.
"Hmm."
Lu Changsheng nodded gently, thinking he should still visit the child.
Soon after, he extended his Divine Sense and arrived alone at the Library, seeing Lu Shouzheng flipping through books.
Seeing him approach, Lu Shouzheng put down the book, stood up and cupped his hands in greeting, saying, "Greetings, Father."
"Hmm."
Lu Changsheng nodded lightly, not intending to transform his son just by meeting him a few times.
The father and son were like two strangers, polite in their exchanges.
After a long time, Lu Changsheng directly transmitted the first volume of the Seven Luminaries Great Freedom Sword Scripture to him, wanting to see his comprehension.
Generally, with a Heavenly Spiritual Root, oneâs comprehension wouldnât be too poor.
However, after receiving the cultivation technique, Lu Shouzheng did not start cultivating immediately, strictly adhering to his daily scheduleâwhen to read, when to eat, when to cultivateâunwilling to disrupt it.
Even Lu Changsheng couldnât help but praise upon seeing his sonâs self-discipline and planning at such a young age.
Regardless of anything else, just this character alone would ensure a promising future.
"Alright, if you have any questions during your cultivation, you can send me a message."
Lu Changsheng tossed a Communication Talisman to his son in front of him, smiling faintly, thinking this son was quite interesting, then stepped away.
"Father..."
Lu Shouzheng watched Lu Changshengâs figure disappear, then looked at the Communication Talisman in his hand, his expression calm, thinking this father was quite interesting and different from what he imagined.
In his early years, the image of his father in his heart was grand.
But after arriving at Bi Lake Mountain, knowing his father was the lord of Bi Lake Mountain, he felt he did not match the person his mother spoke of.
He even felt it wasnât worthwhile for his mother, knowing Lu Changsheng had many wives, concubines, and children.
However, his mother named him "Shouzheng," hoping he would cultivate himself, adhere to the righteous path, and naturally he wouldnât go against his parents.
He also consistently adhered to his motherâs teachings of "maintaining oneâs integrity is paramount, having a sincere heart."
...
After seeing Lu Shouzheng, Lu Changsheng spent time with his wives, Lu Miaoyun, Lu Miaohuan, and Qu Zhenzhen.
As for Xiao Xiyue.
The latter had a colder temperament and naturally wouldnât share a bed with him.
Lu Changsheng wouldnât force this either.
Days later, Lu Changsheng arrived at Mount Sumeru Cave Heaven, preparing to see Xiao Xiyue.
But just then, he suddenly remembered something he had been forgetting and came to a secluded hall.
This hall was spacious and simple, with only a crystal coffin.
It was Bai Lingâs sleeping crystal coffin.
Since bringing her home, Bai Ling usually clung to Lu Changsheng, played games, or lay in the coffin.
However, Bai Ling told Lu Changsheng that in the fourth year after he left, Bai Ling suddenly slept for over a year.
She thought something had happened to Bai Ling and went to check.
But Bai Ling just said she was very tired and wanted to sleep.
Just like that, Bai Ling had been sleeping until now.
Unless she opened the coffin and called Bai Ling, the latter would almost never wake on her own.
Lu Changsheng quietly watched the crystal coffin ahead, not discerning anything unusual.
The only issue was, early on, just by his approaching Bai Ling, she would reveal herself.
After observing the coffin for a moment, Lu Changsheng exhaled gently, left the secluded hall, and planned to come back to check later.
"Xiyue."
Upon arriving at Xiao Xiyueâs cave mansion, Lu Changsheng, not waiting for her to say much, stepped forward with deep emotion and embraced the fairyâs jade-like form.
These days, Xiao Xiyue had been waiting for Lu Changsheng to return; she had been waiting to the point that even this Guanghan Fairy, usually undisturbed by emotions, became somewhat anxious and annoyed.
Since Lu Changsheng understood this, he prepared to nurture emotions first and then talk about things.
Afterwards!
Afterwards!
Afterwards!
Xiyue Fairy, usually cold and sacred like the Nine Heavens Bright Moon, now lay limp on the bed, as soft as silk.
Her exquisitely beautiful face flushed with intoxicating redness, softly breathing out fragrant breaths, her jade-like body seemed dreamlike, with moist rosy hues that couldnât be described in words.
Those straight and long beautiful legs trembled lightly for some reason, especially with the delicate feet curling gently, captivating beyond measure.
"How do you plan to handle the situation with elder sister and Shouzheng?"
After a long while, Xiao Xiyue recovered from the lingering sensations, speaking to Lu Changsheng.
Her beautiful eyes held hints of resentment and anger.
Yet residual blush remained on her face, her voice was charming, like sweet banter with Lu Changsheng, indescribably beautiful.
"Xiyue, you should already know about elder sisterâs situation. She encountered the Flood Dragon Saint Son on the front lines, was seriously injured, and how could I not help? Who would have thought sheâd become pregnant...."
Lu Changsheng had anticipated that his wife would ask about it, he immediately replied with a wry smile.
Seeing Xiao Xiyueâs beautiful eyes staring straight at him, he continued, "Now that itâs happened, I plan to propose to Qingyun Sect once elder sister returns."
However, upon hearing this, Xiao Xiyue couldnât help but pinch softly at Lu Changshengâs waist, feeling this man had quite the thick skin.
Despite Lu Changshengâs Fourth Rank Physique, such a pinch didnât cause much pain, he still feigned to plead for mercy, indicating that whatâs done is done, and he could only try to make up as much as he could.
"Hmmph."
Xiao Xiyue looked at him with grievance, snorted softly, and continued, "Other than elder sister, is there anything else you need to tell me?"
Facing Xiao Xiyueâs gaze made Lu Changsheng feel guilty, thinking that honesty was the right choice, yet he didnât know how to start.
Knowing Yun Wanshang was already pregnant, Xiao Xiyue most likely knew, and thereâs no point in hiding it. Lu Changsheng gritted his teeth and said, "Actually between Caiyun True Immortal and me, itâs also a twist of fate."
"Oh wow, you indeed have something going on with Master!"
Xiao Xiyue exclaimed in a tender voice upon hearing this, pinching Lu Changsheng fiercely.
Even though she deeply loved Lu Changsheng, she couldnât quite control her emotions at this moment. .
The matter with elder sister could be excused.
But now even with Master...
For a moment, Xiao Xiyue didnât know what to say, just looked straight at Lu Changsheng, waiting for his explanation!
Lu Changsheng was stunned upon hearing this.
Does Xiyue not know?
But this matter, he hadnât intended to keep from Xiao Xiyue anymore, he said softly, "This is a long story."
"Then take your time, thereâs plenty of time!"
Xiao Xiyue coldly snorted.
"???"
Lu Changsheng really wanted to ask, where was the Xiyue who was always gentle and caring only for him?
But facing Xiao Xiyueâs gaze, he dared not be cheeky, holding her jade hand, sighing, "Xiyue, you should remember when I married into Qingzhu Mountain, later managed a shop under Qingyun Sect in Nine Dragons Square..."
"Hmm."
Xiao Xiyue nodded gently, knowing roughly about Lu Changshengâs early years.
"The year I went to Nine Dragons Square, when I returned to Qingzhu Mountain..."
Lu Changsheng placed Xiao Xiyueâs jade hand on his chest, eyes meeting hers, his mind recalling over a century ago.
Putting aside the exceptional memory of Nascent Soul level Taiyi Divine Soul, just this incident was deeply etched in Lu Changshengâs mind, unforgettable.
"On my way back, I encountered two Robber Cultivators... Although I dealt with them using Talismans, due to my mount the Iron Feather Eagle being startled, I had to stay overnight in the mountains..."
"Late at night, I suddenly heard a terrifying noise like mountains collapsing, hiding in a cave, not daring to venture outside. After waiting a long time, the noise subsided and suddenly a woman in colorful and lavish attire appeared before me..."
Lu Changsheng spoke slowly.