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Chapter 194 The Exquisite Magical Artifact, the Black Fiend Flag; Devon's Remarriage is Also True Love (Please Subscribe, Please Vote)

Inside the weapon-refining room.

Wu Mingsheng's beard and hair trembled as he patted Xu Deling on the shoulder, his eyes full of approval.

Xu Deling clasped his hands and said, "I have also gained a lot from this experience. I think this weapon-refining experience will also help me in refining high-grade magic weapons."

"Hmm." Wu Mingsheng nodded. "I look forward to the day you surpass me."

"Let's go and tell the Grand Elder the good news."

The two immediately went to the alchemy hall.

"You've crafted another exquisite magic weapon?" Xu Chuan seemed to have guessed something and smiled faintly.

Wu Mingsheng didn't say much, but a glint of light flashed in his eyes, and the storage bag opened with a click.

A black array flag flew out into the air, its surface like an ink-splashed night sky, with dark gold patterns resembling swimming dragons.

The three-finger-wide, dark gold flagpole gleamed with an eerie light, and the moment it touched your hand, a chilling aura pierced to the bone, as if you were holding the Netherworld Iron.

The most amazing thing is those golden patterns—upon closer inspection, they seem to move like living things, sometimes transforming into ancient runes, and sometimes into mysterious trajectories.

The water swirled endlessly across the dark flag, faintly emitting a humming sound like a dragon's roar.

"This is the Black Fiend Banner, a magical artifact recorded in my inherited knowledge. When activated, it can condense a black fiendish dragon to attack, or it can be used for self-defense."

It is considered quite good among exquisite Buddhist artifacts.

Moreover, this magic weapon is very easy to upgrade. If you can capture a Foundation Establishment stage demon beast containing the bloodline of a dragon, refine it with its essence and blood, and integrate it with its essence, it can become a top-tier magic weapon.

The stronger the essence, the greater the power and potential of the magical artifact.

Wu Mingsheng stroked the Black Fiend Flag as if he were stroking his own child, then looked at Xu Chuan and said, "This flag is offered to the Grand Elder, which is a way of repaying the Grand Elder's kindness in bestowing the pill upon me."

Xu Chuan nodded slightly and praised with a smile, "It seems that Elder Wu, your skills in crafting artifacts have greatly improved, as you have actually been able to craft such magical artifacts."

"Elder, you flatter me." Wu Mingsheng clasped his hands in greeting, then looked at Xu Deling and said, "It is thanks to Deling's help and suggestions that I was able to refine this magic weapon, even if I had used up five or six sets of materials."

"De Ling's talent for weapon crafting is truly rare; surpassing me is just around the corner."

He then cupped his hands to Xu Chuan and said, "The Xu family is now enjoying great fortune. When the Grand Elder completes his foundation, he will surely break through the shackles in one fell swoop!"

"Then thank you for your kind words, Elder Wu."

Xu Chuan accepted the Black Fiend Flag from Wu Mingsheng. The cold air seemed to penetrate to the bone when he touched it. After observing it for a while, he nodded in satisfaction and said, "Elder Wu has also worked hard this time. He should rest for a while. There is no need to refine the fine magic weapon for the time being."

"Yes, Elder, then I shall take my leave."

"Elder Wu, please wait. Ling'er, please stay for a moment."

After Wu Mingsheng left, Xu Deling asked curiously, "What does Grandpa want with Ling'er?"

Regarding the ownership of this ritual implement.

"Isn't Grandfather going to keep it for himself?" Xu Deling asked in surprise. "Just as Master said, this magic artifact is a rare treasure among fine magic artifacts. It's easy to upgrade to a top-tier magic artifact, and its upper limit is also high."

It might become the first top-tier magic weapon crafted by our Xu family ourselves.

“From what you’ve said, it seems that the old man has underestimated it.” Xu Chuan stroked his chin, thought for a moment, and then said, “However, I also intend to give it to someone else.”

"We asked you to stay so we could ask Ling'er if you wanted it?"

Xu Deling pondered for a moment and then shook his head. "There's no need to consider Ling'er. Right now, Ling'er is focused on cultivation and researching the art of weapon crafting and rarely leaves the family. We don't need her for the time being."

Moreover, in another seven or eight years, Ling'er is confident that she will be able to refine even better magic weapons on her own.

Since you don't want it either, then give it to someone else.

Ling'er believed that her grandfather must have his own reasons, and that everything he did was for the sake of the Xu family.

Xu Chuan smiled happily, "Our Ling'er is becoming more and more sensible."

"If there's nothing else, Ling'er will take her leave now."

Xu Chuan nodded.

He glanced at the black flag again, then put it away.

Xu Chuan intends to give this exquisite ritual implement to someone who will participate in the "Wuhua Dharma Assembly" in the future.

Of course, if it were to advance to a top-tier magic weapon in the future, and he were to successfully advance to the Foundation Establishment stage, and had no suitable top-tier magic weapon in hand, then it would still be taken back.

Giving top-tier magical artifacts to cultivators in the Qi Refining stage is a real waste, as they would find it difficult to unleash their full power.

Beast Control Palace.

Xu Mingxuan rushed over from the mission hall.

"Ming Shu, my dear sister, are you there?"

Xu Mingxuan's voice echoed in the empty Beast Taming Hall.

A moment later, Xu Mingshu, dressed in a bright red outfit, walked out from the left passageway of the main hall. Both passageways led to the back mountain.

"Third Brother, what brings you here?"

"I've heard that the Azure Fire Eagle has offspring? Are there any naturally born demonic beasts among them?"

Xu Mingshu rolled her eyes at him, "I thought something had happened, that you were in such a hurry. The egg was only laid half a month ago, and it should still be close to two months before it actually hatches."

If it were a demonic beast, it might take even longer.

"So that's how it is." Xu Mingxuan smiled calmly. "Remember to pick out the one with the strongest aptitude for your third brother."

"Big brother, second brother already has a spirit beast, it's about time for me, the third brother, to get one too."

"Okay, I still need to feed the little blood-eyed spiders."

The Blood-Eyed Spiders have been born for over a year, and Xu Mingshu has designated a territory for them to roam.

Now, that area has seen a significant increase in spiders, seemingly drawn there by the presence of spiders.

The dense spider webs and numerous venomous spiders made it a forbidden area for the Xu family.

Xiao Bai and his family, along with the Azure Fire Eagle and even the Red Spotted Insects, each had their own territory. Initially, they often crossed the boundaries and provoked each other, but after being reprimanded by Xu Mingshu, they were able to achieve their goals.

Everyone became well-behaved and kept to their own business.

The most numerous are naturally the red spot worms. Even though Xu Mingshu intentionally controlled their numbers, they have now reached several thousand.

The queen insect will temporarily cease laying eggs.

Otherwise, if the number reaches hundreds of thousands, the Xu family will be bankrupted.

They usually eat fresh rice leaves, and it's fine to pick some to feed them as long as the stems aren't damaged.

Moreover, they do not need to eat often; once every ten days to half a month is sufficient.

Then cast a Wood Spirit spell on the spirit rice to promote its growth, and it will recover in a day or two.

The white tiger's other two cubs followed it out several times to learn hunting skills, and now they have completed their training.

In addition, it's worth mentioning that Xiaobai has found a new love.

His family is gradually growing in size.

Nanshan Courtyard.

"You must marry a girl from the Li family."

Yang Ronghua looked at the respectful Xu Dewen in front of him and said in surprise.

"Yes, Mother, I have met Ruoxi several times and feel that we are compatible and get along very well. Please make the decision for me, Mother."

Xu Dewen bowed again with his hands clasped.

Yang Ronghua looked at him and thought for a moment before saying, "Indeed, there is no rule in the clan that forbids family members from marrying multiple wives, but so far, no one has broken the rule."

“Mother, then I’ll be the first one.” Xu Dewen grinned. “If our Xu family is to grow stronger, the more core members the better.”

"Not to mention the prefectural capital, even in the county towns, the number of members in each of those prominent families exceeds that of our Xu family."

"Moreover, my feelings for Ruoxi are genuine."

"And what about elegance?"

"My child has spent many years with her and likes her."

"Aren't you afraid that marrying a girl from the Li family will make her jealous?"

"No, Ya'er is very magnanimous. She comes from a noble family and knows that a noble family scion cannot have only one wife. When she was pregnant, she also asked me to take a concubine."

But at that time, I had not yet met someone I liked, so I refused.

Yang Ronghua pondered for a moment, then suddenly laughed and said, "So you came to me wanting me to persuade your father?"

Xu Dewen said with slight embarrassment, "My mother still found out."

“I’m afraid Father will reject it outright, so I’ve come to ask Mother’s opinion first. If Mother is willing to speak up, Father will be more likely to accept it.”

"I understand. I will talk to your father about this."

"Thank you, Mother."

Xu Dewen bowed and left the room. He had already promised Li Ruoxi that he would marry her.

After all, he had already held the little girl's hand and kissed her, and all that was left was to go all the way.

Yang Ronghua went out to find Bai Jing, and together they went to Haitian Courtyard to find Wu Rushan.

They often gathered together to practice martial arts or chat about everyday life.

Today's martial arts practice is over, and it's time to rest.

Yang Ronghua suddenly brought up this matter.

Bai Jing and Wu Rushan were both taken aback.

Then Wu Rushan covered her mouth and laughed, "Sister-in-law, Dewen is paving the way for the family."

"This is also a good thing. Actually, I also thought about having Mingwei and the others marry more wives, but they were too influenced by their father, and they are also the founders of the Xu family."

Everyone devoted themselves to the Xu family, their minds primarily focused on the clan.

It would be best if Devon and his generation could overcome this influence.

Wu Rushan added, "Now that the Xu family is stable enough, it's time to consider expanding the Xu family's descendants."

"Most aristocratic families, after achieving a period of comfort, will have more and more of their descendants indulging in pleasure. But as long as they do not bully others, seize women, or engage in other forms of entertainment, it is not necessarily a bad thing."

Otherwise, what was the purpose of our ancestors' arduous efforts in developing the family?

Bai Jing nodded slightly, "The Xu family has strict rules, which are even stricter on the Xu family members than on the vassal families and the Dongxi family under their command. If they commit a crime, they will be punished according to the family rules."

As for the rest, there's no need to be too strict.

"Then I will tell my husband when I see him."

night.

Yang Ronghua then told Xu Mingwei about the matter. After a moment's thought, he said, "Madam, you can decide for yourself. As long as the children like a girl and they are compatible, it's fine to marry several of them."

This is also beneficial to the family.

"I understand."

The next day.

Yang Ronghua called Xu Dewen over and told him to bring the little girl home to meet him in a few days.

Xu Dewen was so happy he couldn't stop smiling.

The news spread quickly.

When Xu Derui and the others saw Xu Dewen, they all said, "Brother Wen, we heard you're getting married to a new sister-in-law. Congratulations!"

Xu Dezhao patted him on the shoulder and said, "This is unprecedented for the Xu family. Well done."

"Could it be that elder brother is also interested?"

"Go away, what are you thinking about? Your sister-in-law and I are busy with family affairs and have no time to think about these things. As for the rest of you, including Rui and Heng, if you like any of them in the future, just marry as many as you like."

The family will definitely provide plenty of support.

Of course, remember not to break the clan rules.

“I understand. As the deputy head of the Discipline Hall, I am naturally familiar with the family’s rules and regulations.”

a few days later.

Xu Dewen took Li Ruoxi up the mountain.

Upon arriving at Nanshan Hospital, Xu Mingwei and his family had a simple meal.

During the visit, they also inquired about the Li family's situation and asked about Li Er's health.

Li Er and his generation are mostly in their fifties or sixties.

And most of them have not overcome the innate barrier, and now their bodies are gradually weakening.

Perhaps one by one they will pass away without anyone knowing when it will happen.

Tell your father to take good care of himself.

"Ruoxi understands. I believe Father will be very happy to know that Elder still cares about him."

Soon.

The Xu and Li families then discussed and finalized the marriage arrangements, including the betrothal gifts.

More than a month later.

Xu Dewen officially married Li Ruoxi.

Next year.

Xu Derui, Xu Deheng, and Xu Dejun also got married one after another.

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

The Alchemy Hall, the Quiet Room.

Xu Chuan went into seclusion for nearly half a month this time.

Suddenly, he opened his eyes in the quiet room, and two almost tangible blue lights burst forth.

He let out a long breath, and a smile gradually appeared in his eyes.

"Heaven rewards diligence; whatever you persevere in, you will surely reap the rewards."

The bottleneck in his foundation building was more solid than he had imagined, but after five or six years of constant erosion, he now clearly felt that the bottleneck was loosening.

When he first reached the peak of Qi Refining, the bottleneck in Foundation Establishment was like a three-foot-thick steel plate.

Even if he exerted all his strength, he probably wouldn't be able to open that door even a crack.

Now only three inches remain.

Without any additional assistance, one can open the gap in the Foundation Establishment gate, aided by millennium-old spiritual herbs and divine sense.

The chances of successfully establishing the foundation are probably around 50/50.

"We've finally reached this point. If we want to rely on our talent to weaken the Foundation Establishment barrier again, it will probably take another forty or fifty years."

By then, Xu Chuan estimated that the success rate of the breakthrough would be 80% to 90%.

It's just that it's going to take too long.

The current success rate of Foundation Establishment is something that countless Qi Refining Perfection cultivators can only envy.

Even if it's only a ten or twenty percent more, they will not hesitate to go for it.

Xu Chuan's gaze gradually hardened.

On the path of cultivating immortality, one must forge ahead when the time is right.

If you hesitate and look back, your thoughts will not be clear, and all your endeavors will come to an end!
Xu Chuan stepped out of his secluded meditation room.

Come to the main hall.

A six or seven-year-old boy was sitting cross-legged on a prayer mat. He didn't seem to be in a meditative state. Hearing the noise, he immediately opened his eyes, saw Xu Chuan, got up and ran towards him, and exclaimed happily, "Father, you've come out of seclusion!"

This person was Xu Mingqing.

After he began his cultivation, Xu Chuan took him under his wing and personally taught him.

Now, after more than a year of cultivation, he has become a cultivator at the second level of Qi Refining.

However, he was still at the age where he loved to play and often couldn't sit still to cultivate.

However, he was quite talented, so his progress was not slow.

"Aren't you properly meditating and cultivating again?"

Xu Chuan looked down at his young son, who was clinging tightly to his leg, without a trace of reproach in his tone.

Seeing his grin, I shook my head helplessly.

After patting his head, she said, "Alright, what kind of behavior is it to hug so tightly?"

"Daddy, I want a hug," Xu Mingqing said coquettishly.

"Only once." Xu Chuan chuckled helplessly and hugged him.

"By the way, Father, my nephew Dezhao said that Zhou Sen came by and seemed to have something to discuss with you. He asked you to let him know when you leave the pass."

"Don't be so disrespectful." Xu Chuan flicked his forehead with his finger and scolded with a laugh, "You should call him the head of the family."

“But he is also my elder brother’s son, and naturally my nephew.”

Xu Mingqing was not afraid at all and argued his case based on reason.

　Two photos together tomorrow night at 10 PM

　　
　
(End of this chapter)