Chapter 141: The Wondrous Paths of Foundation Establishment!

Within the antique-styled room,Xiao Xiyue spoke to Yun Wanshang about her general situation with Lu Changsheng. Yun Wanshang listened quietly. During the process, she asked Xiao Xiyue about Lu Changsheng already having children. Xiao Xiyue explained that this was one of the reasons she chose Lu Changsheng as her romantic entanglement partner. Because the Supreme Technique would eventually make her forget her feelings, which could hurt both herself and him. However, Lu Changsheng was quite affectionate and had many wives and children. In this situation, even if she left in the future, it would not cause Lu Changsheng too much grief and suffering. Hearing this, Yun Wanshang’s fists clenched tightly – not because she was angry at Xiao Xiyue’s thoughts. Previously when Xiao Xiyue asked her to refine the Golden Crow Pill, she had guessed Xiao Xiyue’s intention was to use it to sever their karmic ties, allowing Lu Changseng to forget her completely. The reason she was so angered was upon hearing Lu Changsheng had numerous wives and children. She felt extremely displeased. Thinking back to when she and Lu Changsheng had their one-night affair, Lu Changsheng had looked at her with such pitiful dismay. At the time, she thought Lu Changsheng was some pure-hearted lad. But now hearing Xiao Xiyue’s words, finding out he already had a horde of wives and was the father of dozens of children, she felt extremely aggravated, wishing she could strike Lu Changsheng with a couple swords right now. “Master, rest assured, I have already discussed this matter with Changsheng. When the time comes, I will explain everything to him,” Xiao Xiyue looked at her master and pursed her lips. She thought Yun Wanshang was angry at her. “Alas.” Seeing her disciple looking that way, Yun Wanshang couldn’t help but doubt whether Xiao Xiyue could truly overcome her romantic entanglement. She sighed deeply. She did not dwell on this matter further, as matters of romantic entanglement could only be resolved by Xiao Xiyue herself. What she could help with was limited. “It’s fine as long as you have made up your own mind about this.” Yun Wanshang sighed slightly, “If there is anything, you can send word to your master.” Things had come to this point, she had nothing else to say. I’m just feeling dejected that the heavens have toyed with me, disrupting my state of mind. Xiao Xiyue’s eyes revealed a gentle and respectful expression as she bowed. Yun Wanshang waved her hand, signaling for her to leave. Xiao Xiyue bowed again before exiting the guest room. “Alas, truly fated by the heavens.” After Xiao Xiyue departed, leaving only Yun Wanshang alone in the room, she sighed deeply again. Her heart was a tumult of emotions, unable to fully calm down. “However, this Lu Changsheng, just a farmer’s son, failed the Blue Cloud Sect’s entry examination but became a cultivator from an ordinary Foundation Establishment family. Yet in just over a decade, he has grown to such heights.” “It seems he had great fortuitous encounters and great blessings of luck.” Yun Wanshang’s gaze turned towards the direction of the Lu Family’s Spirit Talisman shop, her expression serene. Previously when she saw Lu Changsheng’s cultivation situation, she was quite shocked. She had viewed Lu Changsheng as an ordinary cultivator at the eighth Spirit Root realm. Now, after Xiao Xiyue’s explanation gave her a general understanding of Lu Changsheng, her way of thinking transformed. She felt it was reasonable. After all, as a Core Formation true immortal, her perspective was naturally loftier than ordinary people. Lu Changsheng’s performance was indeed astonishing, but in the eyes of a Core Formation true immortal like herself, it was simply that. She herself, on her path of cultivation, became a Core Formation before a hundred years old. Not only due to remarkable innate talents, but also because of fortuitous encounters – she was a person of great fortune and great blessings of luck. “It seems when I chose him in that inexplicable way back then, it was also due to some luck.” “But unfortunately, fate plays its tricks.” Yun Wanshang let out a light sigh. For some reason, her heart felt a bit empty and inexplicably restless. Her figure then transformed into a rainbow light, disappearing from the inn. “Xiyue.” After sending his daughter back to the Spirit Talisman shop for Lu Miaoge to watch over, Lu Changsheng returned to the intersection. Before long, he saw Xiao Xiyue walk out from a guest inn. “Changsheng.” Upon seeing Lu Changsheng, Xiao Xiyue quickened her pace towards him. She then explained aloud, “Just now, the one observing you was my master.” “She was not at ease with me, so she came down the mountain this time as well.” “Your master?!” Lu Changsheng was startled upon hearing this. He knew that Xiao Xiyue’s master was a Core Formation true immortal of the Blue Cloud Sect. He never imagined that this Core Formation true immortal would actually come down the mountain together with Xiao Xiyue, and secretly observe him. This made him feel a surge of trepidation. After all, if a Core Formation true immortal took a disliking to him, wouldn’t he simply be like a fish on the cutting board? “Did your master leave any instructions?” Lu Changsheng asked cautiously, unaware of this Core Formation true immortal’s attitude towards him. After all, given his current situation with Xiao Xiyue, he was afraid the master would not look favorably upon it. “Rest assured, my master simply did not feel at ease with me, so she came to take a look.” “Now that she has seen, she should have left.” Seeing Lu Changsheng’s demeanor, Xiao Xiyue curved the corners of her mouth and said. ”It’s truly regrettable to have missed seeing the true immortal.” Hearing this, Lu Changsheng’s heart was also put at ease. He roughly understood that Xiao Xiyue’s master knew she was borrowing his help to cultivate the Supreme Forgetfulness Technique, so she did not mind their relationship. “If this Core Formation true immortal found out I wanted her disciple to bear my child, she might slice me with a sword!” Lu Changsheng inwardly mused. “My master normally dislikes seeing others. If there’s a chance next time, I’ll introduce you,” Xiao Xiyue said. “I was just speaking idly,” Lu Changsheng waved his hand. Although he had some curiosity about Xiao Xiyue’s master, the Core Formation true immortal of Blue Cloud Sect, he had no desire to meet her. After all, with such a vast gap in strength, encountering great masters like her would truly make one’s heart race with trepidation. He still vividly recalled how flustered he felt the first time meeting the Lu Family’s Patriarch. “Changsheng, are there any second-grade cave abodes available to rent in the market town?” Xiao Xiyue inquired. “A second-grade cave abode should be possible,” Lu Changsheng knew Xiao Xiyue planned to temporarily reside here. He previously had a second-grade cave abode, but since he didn’t often come to reside there, and would only come with Lu Miaoge, he had rented it out to Gao He. However, if Xiao Xiyue needed one, he could currently find a rental from the Lu Family. Soon after, Lu Changsheng brought Xiao Xiyue to the Lu Family’s main compound in Hongye Valley Market Town to find the Lu Family’s Elder. Nowadays, the Elder oversaw the market town area of Hongye Valley. “Elder, this good friend of mine wishes to temporarily reside in Hongye Valley Market Town. I wonder if our family has any spare second-grade cave abodes for rent,” Lu Changsheng cupped his hands upon seeing the Elder. “Your timing is fortuitous, there is currently one second-grade cave abode remaining,” The Elder smiled upon hearing this. He then glanced at the aloof Xiao Xiyue beside Lu Changsheng. Inwardly, he couldn’t help but wonder where Lu Changsheng had encountered this beauty. Not only was she breathtakingly beautiful, her dignified aura made one feel in awe. As for her cultivation realm, even he, the Lu Family Elder, could not see through it – she seemed profoundly inscrutable. Could she be another Foundation Establishment great cultivator? “Then I’ll have to trouble the Elder,” Lu Changsheng promptly agreed to rent it. Considering Xiao Xiyue likely wouldn’t stay long, he only rented for one year. Normally, such cave abodes required a minimum 3-5 year rental period. But since Lu Changsheng was one of their own, a one-year rental was permitted, at the lowest rental rate. After renting the cave abode, Lu Changsheng bid farewell to the Elder. With the token in hand, he brought Xiao Xiyue to the cave abode district of Hongye Valley Market Town. This cave abode was similar to the one Lu Changsheng had rented to Gao He previously. It was only a hundred square meters, yet spacious and simple. The cave abode had restrictive formations, making it very quiet. Now alone together as an unaccompanied man and woman, Lu Changsheng did not pretend to be a virtuous gentleman. “Xiyue, it’s been so long. Let me see if your cultivation has slipped.” Looking at the white-robed, white-dressed Xiao Xiyue before him, her face coldly beautiful like a fairy of the vast glaciers, Lu Changsheng embraced her. “Changsheng~” After months apart, the familiar aura caught Xiao Xiyue off guard, and she let out a soft moan, her snow-white cheeks flushing red. “It seems your cultivation has become somewhat neglected,” Lu Changsheng teased. Xiao Xiyue’s long eyelashes trembled slightly, feeling indignant as she began to retaliate. Through their back-and-forth, Xiao Xiyue gradually regained her composure to keep up with Lu Changsheng. After a long while. “Changsheng, I have a gift for you,” Xiao Xiyue said breathlessly, sitting in Lu Changsheng’s embrace. Her exquisitely beautiful and aloof face was like melting ice and snow, a stunning flower amidst piled snowdrifts. “A gift?” Lu Changsheng raised his brow as he held Xiao Xiyue. He immediately guessed it was regarding Xiao Xiyue previously offering to help him reach Foundation Establishment. However, he did not have high expectations for this gift. He was more preoccupied by the beauty before him. After all, a gentleman conceals his capabilities, acting only when the time is right. Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ NʘvᴇlFirᴇ.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of nøvels early and in the highest quality. “Changsheng, this is the Golden Crow Pill. It will aid your cultivation, allowing you to swiftly reach the peak of Qi Refining.” “Moreover, the Golden Crow Pill contains a sliver of the Great Sun’s essence, not only replenishing your losses in intimacy, but also helping you break through to Foundation Establishment!” Xiao Xiyue took out a porcelain vial from her storage bag and opened it, releasing a burst of intense medicinal fragrance. Lu Changsheng saw a round, golden pill that seemed to have wispy flames flickering across its surface. “Xiyue, this pill seems quite precious, doesn’t it?” Lu Changsheng had never heard of the Golden Crow Pill before. But judging by its appearance and Xiao Xiyue’s description of its effects, he knew this pill was extraordinarily valuable. After all, anything related to Foundation Establishment could not be cheap goods. “You previously saved my life and helped my cultivation. A single pill is nothing,” Xiao Xiyue said, her face slightly flushed when mentioning assisting her cultivation. Back in Ruyi City, when Lu Changsheng offered to help her cultivation, it was reasonable. But now, given their intimate situation, saying it was for cultivation felt like she was deceiving herself. “If Xiyue puts it that way, then I will accept it without reservations,” Lu Changsheng did not stand on ceremony upon hearing this. He knew this type of independent woman did not wish to owe him too much favor. After returning to Blue Cloud Sect besides resolving the assassination matter, she must have considered how to repay him. “If you have no other matters, directly consume this Golden Crow Pill. I will protect you with spells while you refine and absorb it.” Xiao Xiyue continued. “Very well.” Lu Changsheng nodded upon hearing this, his expression regaining some solemnity. He released the warm fragrant beauty from his embrace and swallowed the Golden Crow Pill. The moment he consumed the pill, Lu Changsheng immediately felt an immense yet pure force permeating his body, warm and extremely comfortable. But before he could savor it, “Boom!” It was as if a great sun erupted in his lower abdomen, transforming into raging flames that swept over his entire body, scorching his limbs and bones. Hot, hot, hot! Lu Changsheng felt his whole body burning intensely, as if being consumed by fire. Golden flames began igniting across his flesh and muscles. “Changsheng, circulate your internal energy,” Xiao Xiyue’s voice rang out. Then, her lips soft as white clouds pressed against Lu Changsheng’s mouth. In that moment of moist softness, he felt an icy chill like frozen dew seeping into his body through her ruby lips. The union of yin and yang occurred here. Under the torrent of this yin-cooling spiritual force, the raging heat of the medicinal power within Lu Changsheng gradually subsided, greatly easing the scorching pain in his flesh. At this moment, Lu Changsheng paid no attention to savoring the fairy’s nectarous lips, instead circulating the Seven Stars Great Freedom Sword Technique to rapidly refine the vast pure medicinal power of the Golden Crow Pill. He could see the fiery power of the Golden Crow Pill transforming into a blazing golden crow under Xiao Xiyue’s yin-cooling spiritual force, slowly circulating through his limbs and meridians. During this process, Lu Changsheng not only felt his cultivation furiously ascending, but his flesh, meridians, and viscera were also being tempered and refined. Had he not cultivated the Hundred Treasure Refinement Body Tempering Technique, his physical body would have long been forged like steel under a thousand hammers – the force would have taken an even more evident toll. Time slowly passed in this manner, over half a month going by. Lu Changsheng finally opened his eyes, their brilliance full of spirit, his whole body feeling unprecedented comfort. He lightly exhaled a breath of turbid energy and looked inwardly at his dantian. The seven-colored spirit lake surged like an ocean, its aura vigorous and powerful. At this moment, his cultivation had reached the peak of Qi Refining. He just needed a few more months to properly temper his spiritual power into a harmonious whole, and he could then prepare to break through the Foundation Establishment. “Whew, such speed!” Lu Changsheng was taken aback by his own accelerated cultivation pace. After all, based on his own estimates, even with the assistance of pills, he expected it would take 3 to 5 years to reach the peak of Qi Refining. But now, it had only been a short while before his spiritual power reached the Qi Refining pinnacle. This further made him realize the extraordinary nature of the Golden Crow Pill, as well as the spiritual force Xiao Xiyue had imbued within him. “Hm? Why is this thing still here?” Lu Changsheng noticed a small golden crow slowly swimming within his seven-colored spirit lake. It was the fiery avian form that had circulated through his meridians when refining the Golden Crow Pill. “Changsheng, you’re awake,” Xiao Xiyue smiled faintly upon seeing Lu Changsheng awaken, though her complexion appeared slightly pale, likely from transferring too much spiritual force to him previously. “Xiyue, thank you for your hard work,” Lu Changsheng gripped her delicate hand in gratitude after seeing her state, knowing it was from helping him refine the pill. He then asked, “Xiyue, why is there a small golden crow swimming in my spirit lake?” “This is the most precious Great Sun’s essence within the Golden Crow Pill.” “When you break through to Foundation Establishment, this sliver of the Great Sun’s essence can fortify your foundation, ensuring you condense a flawless dao base, perhaps even a Great Sun dao base.” “However, your spiritual foundation is much more vigorous than I imagined. Even without this Great Sun’s essence, you could still condense a flawless dao base on your own.” Xiao Xiyue explained aloud. “A flawless dao base, a Great Sun dao base?” “Xiyue, does Foundation Establishment also have levels of low, medium and high grades?” Lu Changsheng was surprised to hear this. He knew that after reaching the pinnacle of Qi Refining with a harmonious whole body of spiritual power, one could attempt to breach Foundation Establishment’s three obstacles. Shattering them would transform the spirit lake into a true sea, raising a dao platform, shedding the mortal form, and condensing a dao base to become a Foundation Establishment great master. Cultivating the Seven Stars Great Freedom Sword Technique, after breaking through to Foundation Establishment, the seven luminous spiritual forces condensed in his spirit lake would raise this dao platform, also called the Seven Stars Dao Platform. But now hearing Xiao Xiyue’s words, it seemed this dao base also had low, medium and high grades. “You didn’t know, Changsheng?” Xiao Xiyue asked with surprise. But then she recalled that Lu Changsheng’s Lu Family was merely a Foundation Establishment clan. Moreover, Lu Changsheng had concealed his true cultivation, so it was normal for him to be unaware of such information. She immediately explained: “Indeed, after breaking past Foundation Establishment’s three obstacles, the dao platform rises from the spirit lake.” “The radiant dao platform transforms the body, shedding the mortal form. This is Foundation Establishment.” “However, based on different cultivation methods and one’s personal foundation, the condensed dao platform differs in quality.” “If one is elderly and withered, with declining vitality and a shallow spiritual base, even if they pass Foundation Establishment’s three obstacles and succeed, the raised dao platform may have flaws and cracks.” “This is called a flawed dao base, or even a fragmented dao base.” “Excessive cracks and flaws not only impact cultivation speed and power, but will make breaking through future bottlenecks like Core Formation extremely difficult.” “A dao platform raised without any blemishes is a flawless dao base, enabling the hope of Core Formation in the future.” “Above the flawless dao base, there is the perfect dao base.” “Building upon the unblemished foundation and cultivating a method well-suited to oneself, or with the aid of a Foundation Establishment spirit treasure or artifact aligned with oneself, the dao platform can ascend to an even higher stage.” “With my Moonlight Spirit Body cultivating the Supreme Forgetfulness Technique, if I successfully reach Foundation Establishment, I can forge the Profound Lunar Yin Dao Base.” “The Great Sun Dao Base also belongs to the category of a perfect Foundation Establishment.” Xiao Xiyue explained. “A flawed dao base, a flawless dao base, a perfect dao base,” Lu Changsheng nodded upon hearing this. He only now realized Foundation Establishment had low, medium and high grades differentiated. However, he was not too surprised by this. Although he had never heard the detailed classifications of Foundation Establishment, he knew Core Formation had distinctions between true and false cores. In that case, it was normal for the Foundation Establishment dao platform to also have varying qualities, was it not? “I cultivate the Seven Stars Great Freedom Sword Technique, raising the Seven Stars Dao Platform from my spirit lake.” “Based on Xiyue’s description, it should belong to the perfect dao base category, right?” Lu Changsheng pondered.