Building a long-lasting family lineage starting with genealogy

Chapter 319 Aoki, having achieved perfection, invites everyone; his third-tier physical body yields precious materials. (Seeking monthly votes and subscriptions!)

Tianling Sect.

Practice in a quiet room.

Xu Deling was meditating on a futon, his body shimmering with a faint golden light.

She is currently studying the supernatural power, "Fire Emperor's True Eye".

She had recently mastered this supernatural ability, while she had only begun to understand the others.

Cultivating other supernatural abilities increases the diversity of her methods, but the "Fire Emperor's True Eye" is the supernatural ability she mainly cultivates. Cultivating it to perfection is far more effective for Nascent Soul formation than comprehending two or three other abilities to achieve mastery.

Xu Chuan and True Lord Lieyang both gave her the same instructions.

He had mastered supernatural powers in the early stages of his Golden Core cultivation, which pleased True Lord Lieyang greatly.

At least the Heavenly Forging Sect has never produced such a genius.

Now, Xu Deling has broken through the bottleneck of the early stage of Golden Core and entered the middle stage of Golden Core.

Of course, it is also thanks to the Golden Essence Pill refined by Xu Chuan, which is a way to break through the bottleneck in the Golden Core stage. Due to the limited materials, Xu Chuan currently only has two or three bottles of it.

But it should be enough for the Xu family to use for a while.

suddenly--

The spirit beast pouch tied to her waist suddenly began to vibrate violently without warning!

The protective barrier at the bag's opening flashed with intense light, and a scorching, vigorous wave carrying an ancient and primal aura pierced through the spirit beast bag, filling the entire quiet room!
Xu Deling suddenly opened her eyes, a hint of surprise and anticipation flashing in them.

Before she could make a move, a blazing red light, as intense as lava, shot out and spread out in mid-air in the quiet room!
The red light gradually faded, revealing its true form.

It was her contracted natal spirit beast, the "Four-Winged Double-Bright Bird"!
At this moment, it was noticeably larger than before it fell asleep, with a wingspan of nearly two zhang (approximately 6.6 meters). Its originally bright red feathers now had a glass-like texture, with a faint golden sheen at the edges.

What is most amazing about it are its two pairs of wings. The main wings are broad and thick, while the auxiliary wings are smaller but agile. Faint flame patterns are naturally generated on the four wings.

With a slight fan movement, tiny specks of crimson sparks drifted out, illuminating the quiet room.

It raises its head and cries out, its voice not sharp, but clear and majestic, penetrating to the soul!
His aura surged and churned, clearly indicating that he had already reached the peak of the second tier!

Moreover, its aura was solid and heavy, containing the pressure of ancient bloodlines, far stronger than that of ordinary peak second-tier demonic beasts.

For a monster to advance from the second tier to the third tier, it needs the support of a powerful bloodline.

Just like the aptitude that cultivators talk about.

Without the corresponding talent and aptitude, one will be trapped at the peak of the second tier for life.

However, it is clear that the "Four-Winged Chongming Bird" has great potential and will have no problem entering the third tier. In the future, it may even be able to enter the fourth tier and become a transformed great demon.

After all, this was the body of an ancient demon that had been possessed, reborn, and infused with a drop of Phoenix essence blood refined from its predecessor.

Following Xu Deling, he also obtained a wisp of Fire Phoenix True Feather Blood.

With the bloodlines of the Flaming Phoenix, the Chongming Bird, and the Fire Phoenix fused together, it definitely has the potential to reach the fourth rank.

Therefore, Xu Deling also cultivated him vigorously.

"Xiao Hong!" Xu Deling's face instantly lit up with a smile.

Upon hearing the sound, the four-winged Divine Bird gathered the sparks emanating from its body, shrunk to the size of a sparrow, and landed lightly on her outstretched arm.

It affectionately nuzzled her fingers with its beak, its eyes sparkling.

"Owner."

"Not bad, you've finally reached the peak of the second tier. All that's left is to break through to the third tier, and then you'll be able to help me out."

“Master, I have just broken through to the peak of the second tier. To enter the third tier, it will take at least several years of accumulation and preparation.”

"Don't worry, I have a way."

Xu Deling thought of the Demon Spirit Pill, so Xu Chuan refined the Demon Spirit Pill in Dongxi to help the two demon beasts in his family, Xu Bai and Xu Ying, break through to the third level.

She didn't delay any longer and sent the Chongming Bird back to the spirit beast pouch to be properly cared for.

After quickly packing up, he sent a telepathic message to True Monarch Lieyang, then rode a golden streak of light and left Tianling Sect, speeding towards Yunxi City.

Xu Deling flew directly into the city from the air.

Yunxi City has a large formation, and everyone else can only enter through the city gate. Only the core members of the Xu family and a few guest elders can directly rush into the formation.

Xu Deling rushed into the Xu residence and landed in Xu Chuan's courtyard.

Within the Xu family mansion, even guest elders could only move around in a proper manner, led by the steward, but Xu Deling was clearly an exception.

"How did you come."

Beneath the withered tree, Xu Chuan slowly opened his eyes and looked over with a faint smile.

"Xiao Hong has reached the peak of the second tier, and her granddaughter came to ask her grandfather to refine a fire-type demon spirit pill."

"Let me see it."

Upon hearing this, Xu Deling gently patted the spirit beast pouch, allowing the "Four-Winged Chongming Bird" to emerge.

Its powerful bloodline aura caused the Mo Yue creatures in the nearby pools to open their eyes and awaken.

The pool churned up seven waves, and a figure about ten feet tall rushed out, sizing up the spirit bird in the air.

"Your bloodline power is not bad, but it's still far inferior to mine!"

Mo Yue exuded wisps of true dragon pressure. Although they were faint, they were the result of his bloodline being enhanced by the Dragon Essence Pill and the Dragon Blood Fruit, allowing him to release true dragon pressure.

If placed in the future, it can only unleash the oppressive power of a dragon.

Under the oppressive might of the true dragon, all beasts bowed their heads.

The "Four-Winged Double-Headed Bird" felt as if its wings were as heavy as a thousand-pound boulder.

"That damned reptile, when I regain my strength, I will definitely crush it in the dirt."

The "Four-Winged Double-Bright Bird" secretly made a vow.

At this moment, Xu Deling said, "Uncle Mo Yue, how can you hold a grudge against a junior? Besides, you're about to take human form."

Elders should maintain their dignity; learn from my grandfather, he remained calm and composed in the face of adversity.

“What Ling girl said makes some sense.” Mo Yue immediately withdrew his true dragon aura and grinned.

Xu Chuan smiled and said, "Stop flattering me. I don't have any materials for a third-tier fire-type demon beast. You'll have to hunt one yourself."

“My granddaughter was planning to do just that. Deyue is at home, and my granddaughter wants to go with her. The two of us might be able to hunt a mid-stage third-tier monster together.”

"Go find her yourself."

"Thank you, Grandfather. That granddaughter is gone. Xiao Hong, let's go."

The "Four-Winged Double-Eyed Bird" glared at Mo Yue, shrank in size, flew to Xu Deling's shoulder, and flew with her towards Xu Deling's courtyard.

"Hey, you little brat, how dare you glare at me!"

"I am a bit angry." Xu Chuan waved his hand and laughed, "Alright, you should rest too. The refining of my Yuan Magnetic Shield is nearing completion, and it will be successful in another two or three months."

"Indeed, my transformation plan is still the most important!"

After saying this, Mo Yue dived into the pool.

Upon hearing that they were going to hunt monsters in the Tiancang Mountains, Xu Deyue immediately agreed, and the two women set off.

He returned after half a month.

Xu Deyue originally wanted to find Ye Fan, but unfortunately the Tiancang Mountains were too vast, and they were never able to encounter him.

"Deyue, Ye Fan's strength will be fine."

“I’m afraid he’ll act recklessly in his attempt to break through. Although he has the strength to fight against someone who has just entered the Golden Core stage, a third-tier early-stage demon beast is not comparable to someone who has just entered the Golden Core stage.”

“That’s true.” Xu Deling pondered for a moment. “Go ask your grandfather. He might know about Ye Fan’s situation.”

The two arrived at Xu Chuan's courtyard.

Xu Deling first handed over some of the essence, soul, and demon core of the mid-stage third-tier fire-type demon beast, and then brought up the matter of Ye Fan.

Upon hearing this, Xu Chuan did some calculations and frowned slightly. "We have indeed encountered some trouble; it's an omen of being trapped in one place."

“Grandfather, where is my husband now? I’m going to find him.”

"No need. Although I don't know the specifics, he escaped unharmed and must have his own opportunities. Just wait at home. Doing too much would be counterproductive."

He is, after all, the pride of the Xu family; he has his own pride and refuses to be inferior to others.

Xu Deling patted Xu Deyue on the shoulder and said, "Deyue, listen to your grandfather. He has never made a mistake."

"Granddaughter understands." Xu Deyue bowed slightly. "Granddaughter believes in grandfather and also believes that my husband will make a triumphant return."

Xu Chuan nodded slightly and then said to Xu Deling, "Stay at home for the next few days."

"Yes, grandfather."

Xu Chuan spent several days refining the Demon Spirit Pill and gave one of the superior-grade pills to Xu Deling.

Xu Deling then returned to Tianling Sect.

After three months.

The Tianling Sect gathered a massive amount of spiritual energy, and the sound of a phoenix's cry rang out, attracting countless onlookers and sparking discussions.

Two or three days later, Xu Chuan successfully refined the Yuan Magnetic Shield.

It takes two or three tenths of his magic power to activate it, but its magnetic light barrier is only one tenth strong. No matter how Xu Chuan attacks, he can only make the light barrier tremble slightly.

Mo Yue happily revealed his true form and hovered above the courtyard, declaring, "My transformation into human form is in sight!"

After a long pause, he looked at Xu Chuan with his pale golden dragon eyes and said, "Xu Chuan, when do you think would be the best time for me to undergo my tribulation?"

"Let me calculate it."

Xu Chuan smiled faintly, counted on his fingers, and said after a moment, "Six months from now, on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month, it will be auspicious for you to undergo your tribulation."

"Listen to you."

Mo Yue didn't complain and readily agreed, "I need to conserve my energy and enjoy myself for the next six months!"

Having said that, he returned to the deep pool.

"The ninth day of the ninth lunar month. It seems that something will happen in the next six months."

This is the day obtained by using the [Heavenly Secrets Dao Evolution] and being exempt from the backlash of Heavenly Secrets. It should be certain. If we miss this opportunity, there may be some changes.

Tiancang Sect.

When True Monarch Qingmu emerged from seclusion, having broken through to the Golden Core stage, Golden Core cultivators from the Heavenly Cang Sect, including Bai Yan and Xi Fengyue, all came to his cave to congratulate him.

Xi Fengyue laughed and said, "Elder Qingmu's breakthrough is a joyous occasion for our sect in recent years. I think we should invite people to celebrate in a grand manner to enhance the prestige of our Tiancang Sect."

What do you elders think?

After a pause, someone chimed in, "That's how it should be."

"That's right. Now, the Mo family, the Lei family, and the Xu family are all taking advantage of the fact that my Tiancang Sect is severely damaged to develop on a large scale. Their purpose is obvious."

But my Heavenly Azure Sect has a profound foundation, which is far beyond what those three families can compare to.

With two Golden Core Perfection True Monarchs presiding over this, what power in the entire Tiancang Prefecture can compare?!

"It's time to let those opportunistic forces see clearly who the true master of the Heavenly Cang Palace is!"

The matter was settled in a few words.

Soon, all the Golden Core forces in Tiancang Prefecture received invitations from Tiancang Sect.

Xu family.

Wu Zhuqi sent a message to Xu Chuan, informing him that the Tiancang Sect had sent an invitation, mentioning that True Monarch Qingmu had broken through to the Golden Core stage.

"Has he reached the Golden Core stage?" Xu Chuan muttered to himself. "The Heavenly Cang Sect is celebrating so grandly, probably to intimidate the other factions."

He chuckled softly and continued, "In the end, it's all rather unseemly."

"The foundation of the Tiancang Sect rests on the Nascent Soul Supreme Elder. The most important thing now is to do everything possible to heal his injuries, so that we can have a deterrent effect."

I wonder how much longer he has to live?

After pondering for a moment, Xu Chuan made a calculation: "Less than sixty years?"

"If the injury continues to linger and is difficult to heal, the time may be even shorter, perhaps ten or twenty years."

"This is also the last glimmer of the Heavenly Azure Sect."

Without a Nascent Soul cultivator guarding it, the Tiancang Sect was destined to be divided up and torn apart.

This is similar to the Golden Core families in the four cities. If one day they lose a Golden Core cultivator to guard them, they will inevitably be coveted by various forces.

Until they cut off enough flesh to feed those who covet it, the foundation of the aristocratic families will be difficult to preserve.

"Deyue," Xu Chuan transmitted his voice.

"What is it, Grandfather?"

"True Monarch Qingmu has reached the peak of the Golden Core stage. The Tiancang Sect will celebrate for him in three days. Go to the storeroom and select some gifts to deliver on behalf of your grandfather."

"Yes, Grandfather."

After refining the Yuan Magnetic Shield, Xu Chuan devoted himself to cultivating the "Mysterious Heaven Refining God Technique," striving to perfect the second level as soon as possible.

Compared to breaking through to the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm, it is clear that reaching the limit of the Golden Core realm in terms of spiritual sense makes breaking through to the Nascent Soul level much easier for him.

"I really hope that the next person born in the family genealogy will have a top-tier wood-type physique talent, so that we won't have to grind our cultivation bit by bit."

Three days later.

Tiancang Sect.

The pavilions and halls on the various peaks within the sect remain unchanged, with faint spiritual light still emanating from them. The devastation of the battle between the two prefectures several years ago is no longer visible.

The plaza in front of the main hall has been repaved with white jade and spiritual rock, and is as smooth as a mirror.

The Heavenly Cang Sect remains the undisputed leader, and its invitation naturally commands respect from all factions within the Heavenly Cang Prefecture.

Representatives from all factions arrived as scheduled.

For example, Mo Wenshang, the current elder of the Mo family, and Lei Wuji, who achieved great supernatural powers several years ago.

The "Cold Moon" Fairy of the Xu family in Yunxi was originally the ancestor of the Golden Core families such as the Yan family, Yan family, Tang family, and Shangguan family in the Seven Cities of Xiantian Cang.

Inside the main hall, the air was filled with the fragrance of incense, and delicacies were laid out in abundance, while fine wines and liquors exuded an alluring spiritual energy.

Everyone took their seats and exchanged pleasantries.

Mo Wenshang looked at Xu Deyue and said, "Fairy Hanyue, your grandfather was on good terms with True Monarch Qingmu, so why didn't he come to congratulate you on your breakthrough to the Golden Core stage?"

“My grandfather is in seclusion, and the stewards in the manor dare not disturb him, so they informed me,” Xu Deyue said. “Because my grandfather is on good terms with True Lord Qingmu, I, Deyue, am making this trip on his behalf.”

"To avoid a situation where no one from Yunxi City comes here, thus damaging the relationship between our two families."

"I see." Mo Wenshang smiled and nodded, saying no more.

Lei Wuji, who was sitting below him, spoke up, "That's a real pity. I have long admired the name of True Monarch Ku Rong, but I have never been able to fight him. It is truly a regrettable thing."

I thought I'd finally get my wish, but it seems that's not going to happen.

The Yan family patriarch stroked his beard and laughed, "Although True Monarch Lei Ji is incredibly powerful, True Monarch Ku Rong's battle record speaks for itself, so he should be inferior."

"Yes," a patriarch from a Golden Core family flattered Yunxi City, "Many people witnessed the battle between True Monarch Kurong and True Monarch Bingqian last time."

Even the Ice-Dry True Monarch, who had reached the peak of the Golden Core stage, was slightly inferior. Within the Heavenly Cang Palace, below the Nascent Soul stage, there should be no one who could rival the Withered Glory True Monarch.

"Not always!"

An elder of the Heavenly Cang Sect said, "Without the help of magic treasures, True Monarch Kurong would probably not be able to maintain his position as the number one Golden Core cultivator." "Tell me, which Golden Core cultivator here doesn't have a magic treasure? For cultivators, magic treasures are also part of their strength. Being able to obtain a high-grade magic treasure is True Monarch Kurong's own skill."

Xu Deyue frowned slightly as she listened. This was putting my grandfather on the hot seat.

Some of those people just now might genuinely want to befriend the Xu family.

However, some people harbor ulterior motives, perhaps wanting to see how many forces in Tiancang Prefecture are close to Yunxi City.

"What a nuisance!" Xu Deyue couldn't easily figure it out, so she didn't bother to care.

Since no one from the Nascent Soul stage dares to provoke Yunxi City, no one will dare to challenge them.

The Mo family patriarch was unable to take the initiative against the Xu family, and the Nascent Soul Grand Elder of the Tiancang Sect was still recovering from serious injuries, making it even less likely that he would take action.

Xu Chuan had already discussed some basic situations with Xu Deyue and his wife, and Xu Deling.

This is also why the Xu family has dared to expand so aggressively in recent years.

Soon after, True Lord Aoki slowly walked in from outside the main hall, accompanied by True Lord Binggan.

Qingmu Zhenjun smiled faintly and clasped his hands in greeting to the people on either side, saying, "Thank you all for coming to support me. I thank you in advance."

Qingmu Zhenjun and Bingqian Zhenjun took their seats, and he continued, "Five years ago, the Tanlang Mansion launched a large-scale attack, and my Tiancang Mansion suffered heavy losses. Fortunately, Ancestor Xuanyue passed by."

Otherwise, the consequences would be disastrous.

Over the past few years, all the families have gradually recovered their strength, and the establishment of Jade Bamboo City, Cloud Creek City, and White Cloud City has provided more places for cultivators in Tiancang Prefecture to settle down.

On behalf of the Heavenly Azure Sect, I would like to express my gratitude to the three fellow Daoists.

"You're too kind, True Lord Qingmu," Mo Wenshang replied with a faint smile.

True Lord Aoki continued, "Today, the Heavenly Azure Palace is presenting a thriving scene."

It was for this reason that Xi, having reached the pinnacle of his cultivation, invited his fellow cultivators to come and sit down, to deepen their friendship.

He paused for a moment, then raised his wine cup and said, "Fellow Daoists, let us drink this cup together, wishing our Tiancang Prefecture prosperity and flourishing, with outstanding talents emerging in abundance, and that we will no longer suffer oppression!"

Everyone did as instructed and drank together.

Then everyone started giving gifts.

The banquet atmosphere gradually improved, and after several rounds of drinks, both hosts and guests enjoyed themselves immensely.

Lei Wuji then suddenly proposed to have a friendly spar with Qingmu Zhenjun.

"There's no need for my senior brother to intervene. If True Monarch Lei Ji wishes to spar, he can simply seek out me," True Monarch Bing Qian said indifferently.

Upon hearing this, True Monarch Qingmu smiled and waved his hand to tell Bingqian to calm down. He then looked at Lei Wuji and said, "Over the years, Fellow Daoist Lei seems to have sparred with quite a few late-stage Golden Core cultivators."

I had also heard of the name "Mad Cultivator".

Since you're in such a good mood, let's exchange techniques and supernatural powers, without using any magical treasures, and stop short of a full exchange. What do you say?

"That suits me perfectly!"
The two got up, left the main hall, and flew into the sky.

The rest of the people stood in front of the main hall, gathered in twos and threes, and looked up to watch.

"Lord Aoki, please forgive me!"

Lei Wuji showed no mercy and immediately unleashed the essence of thunder magic.

"Thunder Summon!" He gestured with his fingers, his voice as sharp as tearing silk.

Above the clear blue sky, suddenly the wind and clouds gathered, and several bolts of lightning, as thick as buckets and gleaming with dazzling silver light, seemed to have been generated from the void.

With overwhelming divine might and a soul-shaking roar, it wove together into a net and descended upon True Monarch Qingmu!

Its speed and power far surpass ordinary alchemical techniques.

Aoki Shinjun remained calm, his hands forming an ancient hand seal in front of his chest.

"Ten thousand trees reach the sky, and the green canopy covers the roof!"

A vast and pure wood-elemental spiritual energy surged forth from his body, instantly transforming into a massive canopy above his head.

This cover is neither real nor illusory; it is composed of countless shimmering cyan runes, slowly rotating and emanating a long, resilient, and ever-renewing Daoist charm.

Boom!

Click!

Several terrifying bolts of lightning struck the canopy fiercely, unleashing a deafening roar and blinding light.

The azure canopy fluctuated violently, and the spiritual leaf runes flickered, yet it was never breached.

"Lightning Strike a Thousand Times!"

Lei Wuji's figure suddenly blurred, transforming into dozens or even hundreds of indistinguishable afterimages of lightning, which simultaneously pounced on Qingmu Zhenjun from all directions.

Each afterimage extended a lightning-infused palm or fist, blurring the lines between reality and illusion, moving faster than anyone could imagine.

Aoki Shinjun's eyes narrowed slightly, but he remained calm and composed, and lightly stepped down.

Centered on him, countless thick, azure spiritual vines suddenly surged and intertwined within a radius of a hundred feet in the void, strangling and attacking Lei Wuji's afterimage.

Countless afterimages of lightning were entangled, slowed, and strangled by the spirit vines.

His true form was forced to be revealed.

"Break it for me!"

Lei Wuji unleashed countless bolts of lightning with a single punch, shattering dozens of vines in front of him, before forcefully breaking through and leaving the vines' range.

Then he continuously made hand seals to release thunder magic.

Thunder snakes danced wildly, covering and bombarding the area; shockwaves swept across the void; and condensed purple lightning spears pierced through.
Thunder roared and lightning flashed across the sky; its attack was like a raging storm, showcasing the ferocity and speed of lightning magic to the fullest extent.

True Lord Qingmu stood firmly in the void, using the inexhaustible nature of wood-based magic and supernatural powers to maintain his position.
Let the wind and rain rage, let the lightning and thunder roar, I will remain unmoved!

After nearly a hundred rounds of fierce fighting, lightning and blue light intertwined and annihilated in the air, creating a powerful spectacle that did not affect those below.

However, Lei Wuji's relentless attacks might not cause problems in the short term, but as time went on, gaps were bound to appear, and Qingmu Zhenjun was waiting for those gaps to appear.

A flying sword condensed from wood-elemental spiritual light pierced through his defensive shield like lightning and stopped in front of his neck.

"You flatter me, Fellow Daoist Lei."

"Lord Aoki's understanding of magic and his control of the battle are both superior to mine. I concede defeat."

“Fellow Daoist Lei’s lightning-based spells are indeed powerful. If they were even a fraction stronger, I, Xi, would not have been able to hold out.”

The two looked at each other and both laughed heartily.

They immediately flew down below, and everyone returned to the main hall, where the banquet continued.

Xu Deyue pondered to himself, "A True Monarch-level expert who has mastered their supernatural powers is indeed very strong. Although I possess the 'Taiyin' flying sword, I still need to master my supernatural powers to have any chance of fighting them."

"I know of a secret realm that might be helpful for your cultivation of supernatural powers, and could even improve your physical constitution."

However, it's quite far; a trip there might take several years.

"so long?"

"Several years is just one seclusion for a Golden Core cultivator. Most Golden Core cultivators travel for at least ten years, observing mountains and rivers, and comprehending the nature of heaven and earth, which is also beneficial to their cultivation," Murong Yun said.

Xu Deyue hesitated for a moment and said, "Even if I want to travel, I have to wait until my Xu family is completely settled."

"Then let's wait for that dragon to undergo its tribulation. With a transformed demon in charge, the Xu family will be safe and sound in Tiancang Prefecture. Perhaps by then, your husband Ye Fan will also return and complete his Core Formation."

"Hmm," Xu Deyue replied in her heart.

More than an hour later.

The group left the Tiancang Sect.

Only Qingmu Zhenjun and Bingqian Zhenjun remained in the main hall.

"Senior brother, what is the meaning of Lei Wuji's challenge to you?"

"Testing the waters, revealing strength, and winning over certain people present. The Lei family has the weakest foundation, but unlike the Xu family, they don't have Xu Chuan, the number one person below the Nascent Soul stage, to oversee them."

If Lei Wuji were to achieve such a reputation in the future, it would naturally attract many powerful forces to his side.

Aoki Zhenjun's eyes flickered slightly. "The Lei family poses no threat to my Tiancang Sect, but Xu Chuan's absence this time is somewhat unexpected."

"I think he's gotten too big for his britches, which is why he doesn't take it seriously anymore," said Binggan Zhenjun.

"No, junior brother, you have never dealt with him, but I know that Xu Chuan is not that kind of person."

His Xu family's ambitions have been exposed, but he also knows that the Xu family is not yet strong enough to compete for the position of Lord of the Heavenly Cang.

Therefore, the Xu family has remained stable and has not made any major moves.

Unlike the Mo family, who probably can't wait to replace our Tiancang Sect.

"The Mo family," Bingqian Zhenjun sneered, "What is the Mo family? They are only supported by Mo Wentian alone. At the Golden Core level, they are only slightly stronger than the Lei family."

They're not even as good as the Xu family.

After all, the Xu family members were all prodigies; though only a few of them, they were comparable to more than ten Golden Core cultivators.

"Yes, on the surface, the Mo family is our Tiancang Sect's biggest rival, but the Xu family is the real hidden dragon."

If he isn't strangled, once he takes flight, there will be no way to hold him down.

After a pause, True Monarch Qingmu looked at True Monarch Bingqian and said, "Of course, it would be best if one of us could successfully form a Nascent Soul before the Supreme Elder's lifespan ends."

Even if the Mo and Xu families rise to power in the future, my Tiancang Sect will still be one of the strongest forces, and won't end up being divided up.

Aoki Shinjun gazed at the distant horizon, muttering to himself, "Xu Chuan, what exactly are you planning in secret?"

Another seven days have passed.

Ye Fan has been trapped underground somewhere in the Tiancang Mountains for quite some time.

There is a golden lava lake here, inhabited by a large number of second-tier monsters.

In the center of its lava lake, there is a black rock about ten feet in diameter that rises about a foot above the lake surface, and on that black rock is a piece of red spiritual marrow, known as "Ten Thousand Year Earth Flame Marrow".

It is a top-tier fire-elemental spiritual material and a precious medicine for body tempering.

Beside it is a red marrow flower that is thousands of years old, which is also a top-grade fire-type spiritual medicine.

Ye Fan wanted to take it, but he couldn't withstand the high temperature of the golden magma.

In addition, there are a large number of second-tier demonic beasts in the lake, which will all emerge if Ye Fan tries to pick the flowers.

With hundreds of first and second-tier demonic beasts attacking, Ye Fan couldn't get close at all.

But he was unwilling to give up. After much deliberation, he chose to take the superior Golden Body Elixir, using the golden magma of this place to temper his physical body.

After more than a month of arduous training.

Having broken through to the third level of physical cultivation, Ye Fan swam freely in the golden lava lake. Strangely, the monsters in the lake did not attack him when he did this.

In the end, Ye Fan obtained the "Ten Thousand Year Earth Flame Marrow" and the Crimson Marrow Flower.

He carved out a path for himself with his third-tier physical body, and not long after he left, a huge whirlpool suddenly appeared in the lava lake.

In just a few moments, the lava lake disappeared, leaving only a dried-up lakebed.

Back on the ground, Ye Fan went to seek revenge on the third-tier demon beast that had forced him into the cave.

Relying on his third-tier physical body, True Yang Divine Power, and Battle Intent Divine Power, he forcefully beat a third-tier early-stage demonic beast into serious injury, and during the battle, his Battle Intent broke through.

Seeing the demon beast flee in panic, Ye Fan did not pursue it. "Fine, this time I've turned misfortune into blessing and it has helped me break through. I'll spare your life."

Ye Fan looked at the distant sky, his upper body revealing his muscular physique, and murmured, "Finally, I have the face to go back and see my wife and master."

With a slight upturn of his lips, he moved swiftly and donned a set of black robes, which accentuated his heroic bearing.

Then it soared into the sky and flew towards Yunxi City.

Xu Chuan had a feeling, and after calculating with his fingers, he knew that Ye Fan had returned successfully, so he informed Xu Deyue.

Xu Deyue took to the air and waited for a long time above the Xu residence before finally seeing Ye Fan.

Ye Fan asked in surprise, "Madam, did you wait here specifically for this?"

"But how do you know when your husband will return?"

“Naturally, it was my grandfather who told me. He predicted that you would be trapped outside, but that there would be an opportunity, so he didn’t let us go looking for you.”

Xu Deyue smiled and said, "Let's go see Grandfather."

"Ah."

"Disciple greets Master." Ye Fan bowed respectfully.

"Breakthrough?"

"Yes, and he also used the Golden Body Liquid, breaking through to the third level of his physical body."

Ye Fan smiled and patted his storage bag, taking out a porcelain bottle made of warm jade and a spiritual herb, saying, "This disciple has also brought a gift for Master."

Xu Chuan took a look and nodded in satisfaction, saying, "A bottle of 'Ten Thousand Year Earth Flame Marrow' is very useful for Nascent Soul cultivators who practice fire-type techniques, and it also has the effect of body refining."

The Crimson Marrow Flower is also a top-tier fourth-order spiritual herb, and those that are thousands of years old are extremely rare.

You've had quite a fruitful trip."

"I am entirely dependent on Master's protection."

"You sycophant." Xu Chuan laughed heartily. "Alright, go back and rest for a few days, then go into seclusion to break through to the Golden Core stage."

"Yes, Master, then Yue'er and I will take our leave now."

Xu Chuan nodded slightly.

"Such a strong aura."

Mo Yue chimed in again, "This kid's foundation in the Foundation Establishment stage would probably be top-tier even in ancient times."

"Yes, he has a third-tier physical body, dual cultivation of body and magic, golden core divine sense, and has completely mastered the battle intent divine power and true yang divine power. If it were me at the foundation establishment stage, even three or four of me would not be a match for him."

“His talent is only considered good, but he has achieved this much thanks to your guidance as his master,” Mo Yue said.

“That makes sense.” Xu Chuan laughed and then added, “However, growth slows down after reaching the Golden Core stage, but fortunately Ye Fan has a strong foundation and can contend with those in the late Golden Core stage.”

Both Xu Deyue and Xu Deling were able to contend with late-stage Golden Core cultivators shortly after they formed their cores, thanks to the superior-grade magic treasures they possessed.

After all, they are not like Xu Chuan, who achieved great supernatural powers not long after forming his core.

With his powerful divine sense and ability to control high-grade magic treasures containing sword formations, he was able to contend with True Monarch-level experts and establish a formidable reputation even in the early stages of the Golden Core realm.

"Don't you have the Withering and Flourishing Pill? Even if you've just formed your core, taking a high-grade pill will give you a magical foundation comparable to a late-stage Golden Core cultivator, right?"

"I will not bestow this elixir lightly, not even upon the Xu family."

Xu Chuan said calmly, "Once you reach the Golden Core stage, the effects of aptitude and physique will gradually decrease, while the effects of Dao heart and willpower will gradually increase."

Cultivation is essentially a process of refining oneself and seeking truth.

If I prepare everything for them at every stage, I will only end up spoiling them.

Having become a genius in Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment, one must endure some trials and tribulations in the Golden Core stage.

I plan to send them all out for training once the situation in Tiancang Prefecture has completely stabilized.

"You're asking for too much to go out and train only at the Golden Core stage," Mo Yue said with a sneer. "But you can decide for yourself what to do with your clansmen and your disciples."

A few days later.

After spending a few days in tenderness, Ye Fan began his secluded cultivation to form his core.

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