Slender willows sway in the breeze

Chapter 209 Breaking through the Nascent Soul
The anger in the Chu family members subsided somewhat as they looked at Liu Shiyuan's corpse.

Chu Jinghong stepped forward and patted Liu Sijun on the shoulder. "Sijun, you did the right thing. If Ayue knew this in the afterlife, she would be gratified."

Liu Sijun nodded slightly, a resolute glint in his eyes. "Grandfather, I will not rest until the Blood Spirit Sect is eradicated. I will definitely wipe out the Blood Spirit Sect completely to avenge my mother and all the victims!"

Everyone nodded, their eyes full of approval and encouragement.

After that, Liu Sijun properly buried Liu Shiyuan's body, which could be considered as fulfilling his last father-daughter relationship.

After Liu Sijun properly buried Liu Shiyuan, the Liu family members gradually learned the whole story.

For a time, the Liu family was abuzz with discussion, and everyone had different reactions to Liu Sijun's personal handling of Liu Shiyuan.

When they first learned that Liu Shiyuan had colluded with the Blood Spirit Sect, the one who cursed him the most was the third brother, Liu Shicheng. Now that they know that Liu Sijun personally killed Liu Shiyuan, he is the first one to condemn him.

“Si Jun, you are too cruel. Even if your elder brother has a thousand faults, he is still your father. A son killing his father will be punished by heaven. You are also a cultivator. Aren’t you afraid of being burdened with karmic debts?”

"Third Uncle, you are mistaken!"

Liu Shicheng was stunned for a moment after being refuted: "Wh-what?"

"Avenging one's mother is a matter of course!"

Her gaze fell coldly on Liu Shicheng. "Third Uncle, is it wrong to avenge Mother?"

“Well, that’s true, but that man is your father. Even if he’s wrong, it’s not your place to judge your father, let alone kill him.”

"Then I'll kill him, and what are you going to do about it?"

Among the old matriarch, several elders, and two guest elders, Liu Sijun's cultivation level is currently the highest.

If nothing unexpected happens, the Liu family will still need her to revitalize the family in the future.

Liu Shicheng was just trying to put on airs as an elder; in reality, he despised Liu Shiyuan, who was a threat to the Liu family.

So when Liu Sijun hardened his stance, he immediately fell silent.

Some of the other young members of the Liu family both feared and admired Liu Sijun.

As the former head of the Liu family, Liu Shiyuan colluded with the Blood Spirit Sect to commit so many evil deeds, so I never had a good impression of him.

Upon learning that he had been brought to justice, I felt a great sense of satisfaction.

There were also those like Liu Shicheng who wanted to show off, but having learned from Liu Shicheng's example, they all backed down.

Don't even dare to fart.

Finally, he added in a mocking tone, "Alas, Shi Yuan was foolish. He didn't live a good life, but instead went astray and ended up like this. He only got what he deserved!"

Old Madam Liu sat alone in the room, silent for a long time.

Her face was etched with exhaustion and heartache; Liu Shiyuan's betrayal was undoubtedly a heavy blow to her.

But she also knew in her heart that Liu Sijun's actions were correct, and that someone had to end the sins committed by Liu Shiyuan.

At this moment, Liu Sijun arrived at the old lady's room.

She stood quietly in front of the old lady, waiting for her reaction.

The matriarch slowly raised her head, looking at Liu Sijun with complex emotions in her eyes. "Sijun, you did the right thing." The matriarch's voice was a little hoarse. "Liu Shiyuan's actions have made him unworthy of being a member of the Liu family, let alone your father. Your decisive action is a source of pride for the Liu family."

Liu Sijun nodded slightly, a hint of emotion flashing in his eyes.

“Grandmother, I know you are heartbroken, but the threat of the Blood Spirit Cult is still there. We cannot be held back by past grievances. I only hope to seek justice for the Liu family, for my mother, and for all those who have been harmed by the Blood Spirit Cult.”

The old lady nodded and gently took Liu Sijun's hand.

"Master Si, Grandmother understands. As long as the Blood Spirit Sect is not eradicated, the Liu family will never have peace. Go ahead and do it with peace of mind; the entire Liu family will support you."

Liu Sijun gripped the old lady's hand tightly and said firmly, "With the support of Grandmother and the Liu family, I will definitely not let you down. I will strive to improve my strength and fight the Blood Spirit Sect to the death."

After that, Old Madam Liu summoned all the members of the Liu family and solemnly announced Liu Shiyuan's crimes and Liu Sijun's punishment in front of the family ancestral hall.

Her voice was authoritative and firm, making all the members of the Liu family deeply aware of the dangers of the Blood Spirit Sect and the consequences of betraying the family.

"Liu Shiyuan colluded with the Blood Spirit Sect, betrayed his family, and killed the Chu family, committing an unforgivable crime. Now, Lord Si has dealt with him, which can be considered a conclusion to his deeds."

Old Madam Liu surveyed the crowd with a stern gaze, "From this day forward, the entire Liu family must unite as one to fight against the Blood Spirit Sect. Anyone who colludes with the Blood Spirit Sect will be severely punished without exception!"

The members of the Liu family readily agreed, their eyes revealing determination and resolve.

Standing before the crowd, Liu Sijun felt a surge of warmth in his heart as he experienced the unity and support of the Liu family.

She knew she was no longer fighting alone; the Liu family would be her strongest support.

Time flies, and two years have passed in the blink of an eye.

During those two years, the Blood Spirit Cult Leader was seriously injured in that battle and remained in hiding, accumulating power.

Liu Sijun, Gu Changzhou, Li Qing, and the members of the Liu and Chu families all knew that the threat posed by the Blood Spirit Sect had not been eliminated, and they all devoted themselves to arduous cultivation.

Liu Sijun sat cross-legged on the top floor of the Chu family's Star Pavilion, with the Tai Xu Mirror floating above her head. The star map in the mirror resonated with the actual star trails in the night sky. This was the seventh day of her seclusion. The spiritual power of her five spiritual roots formed a vortex within her body, and the nascent form of her nascent soul was already faintly visible in her dantian.

"A breakthrough is imminent; we must activate the celestial power."

Chu Jinghong stood outside the pavilion and plunged the Chu family's ancestral "Li Huo Sword" into the ground. "Jing'er, use the mountain-protecting formation to isolate external spiritual energy interference."

Chu Yanjing's Fire Spirit Sword resonated with the Li Huo Sword, and the entire Star Pavilion was enveloped in a crimson flame barrier.

Inside the pavilion, Liu Sijun's robes fluttered without wind, and the five spiritual flames of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth flickered around him, eventually merging into pure starlight.

Suddenly, a muffled rumble of thunder echoed from the horizon.

Nine bolts of purple lightning, each as thick as a water bucket, shone down, but were vaporized by the crimson flames of the Blazing Fire Sword upon touching the barrier.

Standing atop the pavilion, Gu Changzhou, wielding the Xuan Tie sword, summoned the Nine Heavens Thunder Tribulation: "Lord Si, lend me the power of wind and thunder!"

Liu Sijun opened his eyes, and the starlight emitted by the Taixu Mirror intertwined with Gu Changzhou's lightning tribulation power in the air.

Purple lightning transformed into liquid mercury fulminate, flowing into her meridians along the star trails.

The excruciating pain caused blood to spill from her seven orifices, yet she gritted her teeth and insisted, "Not enough. I need to be stronger!"

Outside the pavilion, Li Qing spat out his heart's blood. The phantom of a six-winged phoenix spread its wings and fused the crimson flames of the Li Huo Sword with the mercury thunder into chaotic fire.

This force surged into Liu Sijun's body, and the nascent nascent soul finally emerged from its cocoon, with a star-shaped mark appearing between his brows.