Starting Immortal Cultivation from a White Dog

"What does this mean, brother?"

Lu Nanxi took the transfer order and went directly to Lu Jiuchuan.

Wu Tian lay down at Lu Nanxi's feet and followed her to Lu Jiuchuan's residence.

He looked up and surveyed the luxuriously renovated meditation room, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Lu Jiuchuan certainly knew how to enjoy life. In terms of luxury alone, this meditation room surpassed even the one he had at Taiqing Temple.

Lu Jiuchuan was enjoying tea in his newly decorated quiet room.

This quiet room was originally the best room in the mountain city with a view overlooking the entire Flaming Mountain. Now it has been transformed into a luxurious residence. The floor is covered with carpets made of demon fur, the walls are hung with Chongming lamps, a specialty of the Southern Frontier, and the air is filled with expensive incense.

He was wearing a loose brocade robe and leaned lazily against a sandalwood chair covered with cushions. Hearing this, he raised his eyelids and said, "Second sister, are you talking about those three managers? I have checked their resumes. Their cultivation is mediocre, and they are very law-abiding. It is really a bit of a stretch to put them in the position of mine supervision."

"It would be a good thing for them to be transferred to patrol posts to gain experience."

“They are familiar with the mineral vein’s terrain and have not made a single mistake in the past three months!” Lu Nanxi’s voice was slightly cold. “On the contrary, the people that my elder brother sent recently almost triggered the earth vein’s fiery aura yesterday.”

"Oh? Is that so?" Lu Jiuchuan raised an eyebrow and put down his teacup. "Then I'll have Chongshan investigate. If he's truly an incompetent person, we'll remove him."

He spoke casually, but Lu Nanxi understood the subtext: after the removal, his confidant would still be replaced.

“Brother, Flaming Mountain is newly built and needs people familiar with the situation to manage it.” She suppressed her anger and tried to keep her tone calm. “Suddenly replacing it with a group of new people might cause trouble.”

"Trouble?" Lu Jiuchuan chuckled, stood up and walked to the window, looking at the crimson sky outside. "Second sister, you're too cautious. Which cultivator in my Lu family isn't a veteran of countless battles? What trouble could possibly arise?"

"As for getting familiar with the situation? You'll naturally get used to it after a few more days."

He turned around, his gaze falling on Lu Nanxi, scrutinizing her as if she were merchandise: "As for you, Second Sister, you've been working too hard these days, and you've lost weight."

"Why don't you take a good rest for a while? Leave the affairs of the mountain city to me."

These words were spoken gently, yet carried an indescribable coldness and condescending mockery.

Lu Nanxi's fingernails dug into her palms, the pain keeping her conscious.

She knew that even if she turned against him now, it would be useless. Lu Jiuchuan's cultivation was higher than hers, his power was stronger, and the ancestor's appointment gave him a legitimate reason to act.

“…I understand.” She lowered her eyes, her voice calm and without a trace of emotion. “As for the three managers, let’s do it the way my elder brother wishes.”

After saying that, she turned and left.

As she stepped out of the quiet room, she heard Lu Jiuchuan's lazy voice behind her: "By the way, Second Sister, I'm hosting a banquet at my residence tomorrow evening to entertain those who have made contributions to the mountain city. You should come too!"

Lu Nanxi paused for a moment, but did not turn around.

Wu Tian followed Lu Nanxi back to the room and watched her sitting silently by the window.

He could sense Lu Nanxi's despair and anger.

Lu Jiuchuan's relentless pursuit made it almost impossible for her to breathe.

But this was actually something Wu Tianle saw as a good thing; only in dire straits will people make choices they wouldn't normally make.

Lu Nanxi's only hope now is to quickly improve her strength. Only in this way can she improve her status in the eyes of the patriarch and gain greater say in the family.

The "Double Wheel of Cursed Fire Ascension Method" was her lifeline.

What Wu Tian needed to do was to give her a little hope and a little temptation when she was at her most desperate.

The following evening, Lu Nanxi still went.

She changed into a formal dress for the eldest daughter of the Lu family, a deep red long dress embroidered with gold phoenixes, the hem of which trailed to the ground, with a wide belt inlaid with jade around her waist, and a layer of red gauze as thin as a cicada's wing covering it.

Her long hair was styled into an exquisite flying fairy bun, adorned with three flame-shaped red gold hairpins that swayed gently as she walked, making a soft, tinkling sound.

This outfit is gorgeous and dignified, perfectly outlining her figure. Her shoulders are sculpted, her waist is slender, and the curves of her chest are faintly visible under the deep red brocade.

But when Lu Nanxi looked at herself in the mirror, she felt that the gorgeous dress was like a heavy shackle.

Wu Tian lay in the corner of the room, watching Lu Nanxi change her clothes.

This deep red dress is truly gorgeous, perfectly combining her cool and elegant temperament with her stunning figure.

The deep red brocade clung to her body, perfectly outlining her high breasts, slender waist, and rounded hips; the thin, red gauze draped over her body added a touch of hazy beauty.

Her face was exquisite and aloof, yet at this moment it carried a hint of humiliation and helplessness.

Wu Tian could sense that Lu Nanxi's trip to the banquet tonight would not be easy; it would likely be a bad experience.

……

The banquet was held in the main hall of Lu Jiuchuan's residence.

Three banquet tables were set up in the hall. At the main table sat Lu Jiuchuan, Lu Chongshan, and several of the most powerful cultivators in the mountain city who had reached the Refinement stage.

The other two tables were occupied by managers and commanders.

When Lu Nanxi walked in, the laughter and conversation in the hall suddenly fell silent.

All eyes were on her, a mixture of amazement, scrutiny, curiosity, and schadenfreude.

Lu Nanxi walked calmly to the main table and sat down in the empty seat to Lu Jiuchuan's left.

Wu Tian did not attend the banquet, but through his gift of super hearing, he could clearly hear everything happening in the hall.

"Second sister, you look absolutely radiant today." Lu Jiuchuan smiled and raised his glass, his gaze sweeping over her. There was not a trace of brotherly tenderness in his eyes; instead, it was like that of a hungry wolf ready to skin her alive and devour her whole.

The greed and fervor in those eyes sent chills down Lu Nanxi's spine, making her feel nauseous.

The banquet began, and toasts were exchanged.

Lu Jiuchuan chatted and laughed, sometimes inquiring about the progress of mining, and sometimes talking about the Lu family's businesses in other parts of southern Xinjiang. His words revealed the knowledge and skills of the eldest son.

The assembled monks echoed his sentiments, showering him with flattery.

Lu Nanxi sat quietly, occasionally picking up her chopsticks, but mostly just looking down at the swirling wine in her glass.

After a few rounds of drinks, Lu Jiuchuan suddenly put down his wine glass and looked at Lu Qingshuang and Lu Hongshang, who were sitting in the second seat.

"Speaking of which, you two guards have worked very hard protecting my second sister for the past three months." He said gently, "I'd like to offer you both a toast."

Lu Qing and Lu Hong quickly stood up and raised their glasses: "Young Master, you flatter us. This is our duty."

Lu Jiuchuan waved his hand and said, "No need for formalities. I see that your cultivation has reached the level of refining magic, but your magic power is weak. It just so happens that I brought some Heavenly Capital Pills with me this time, which can enhance magic power and nourish blood vessels, and will be of great benefit to you."

He took out two jade bottles from his sleeve and placed them on the table: "I will give these pills to you two as a token of my gratitude for your hard work these past few days."

The hall fell silent instantly.

The Heavenly Capital Pill is a secret elixir of the Lu family, capable of tempering bloodlines and increasing magical power, making it extremely valuable to cultivators in the Refining Realm.

More importantly, for someone like Du Wei, who sacrifices his lifespan and potential to enhance his cultivation, the ability to extend his lifespan is an invaluable treasure.

However, this pill has always been rare, and even the direct descendants are fiercely competing for it, let alone the fact that it could be allocated to them, the guards.

It has to be said that Lu Jiuchuan's move this time was quite substantial.

The key issue is that their master is Lu Nanxi.

But Lu Jiuchuan, in front of everyone, bypassed Lu Nanxi to bestow the reward, so this reward might not be so easy to obtain.

Lu Qingshuang and Lu Hongshang exchanged a glance, both seeing the hesitation in each other's eyes.

They were Lu Nanxi's bodyguards, and by right, they should only obey Lu Nanxi's orders.

But Lu Jiuchuan is the eldest son and is likely to inherit the position of family head in the future. If he refuses the reward in public... "Why don't you thank the eldest young master?" Lu Nanxi suddenly spoke, her voice calm.

Lu Qingshuang and Lu Hongshang then bowed and said, "Thank you for your generous gift, Young Master."

Lu Jiuchuan nodded in satisfaction, but then changed the subject: "By the way, I have some doubts about the 'True Explanation of the Heavenly Blazing Fire' that I cultivate recently, and I need to discuss it with fellow cultivators who practice this method."

"Although your cultivation is not as high as mine, you two guards have cultivated for many years and must have some insights."

"How about we go to my room after the banquet and have a more in-depth conversation?"

The words were ambiguous, and the atmosphere in the hall suddenly became strange.

Lu Qingshuang's face turned pale, and Lu Hongshang bit her lower lip.

Everyone understood the unspoken meaning: this so-called "in-depth exchange" was not what it seemed on the surface.

Lu Qingshuang and Lu Hongshang were Lu Nanxi's personal guards; doing this was tantamount to trampling on her dignity.

Lu Nanxi's hand gripping the wine glass tightened suddenly, her knuckles turning white.

She looked up at Lu Jiuchuan, who was smiling at her with a hint of provocation and mockery in his eyes.

"Brother, you jest." Lu Nanxi's voice turned cold. "I have other instructions for Qing Shuang and Hong Shang, I'm afraid..."

"As your elder brother, I'm just borrowing someone from your side for a while." Lu Jiuchuan interrupted her, his tone still gentle, but carrying an undeniable force. "Second sister, you won't even give me this much face?"

The hall was completely silent.

All eyes darted back and forth between Lu Jiuchuan and Lu Nanxi.

Some people lowered their heads and drank to hide their expressions, some had gloating in their eyes, and most were indifferent as if it were none of their business.

Lu Nanxi felt as if a huge rock was pressing on her chest, making it hard to breathe.

She knew that if she refused firmly at this moment, she would be publicly breaking ties with Lu Jiuchuan.

But if she backs down... Lu Qingshuang and Lu Hongshang are her personal guards, representing her reputation. If she can't even protect them, who will follow her in the future?

Her authority within the family will be completely undermined.

Although Lu Jiuchuan's methods were underhanded, they were very effective, hitting the nail on the head.

"Second Miss." Lu Qing Shuang suddenly stood up and bowed. "Since the eldest young master is interested in discussing cultivation techniques, I would be more than happy to oblige."

Lu Nanxi's expression suddenly changed. Before she could even speak, the other party had already rushed over to her. This was a blatant betrayal and a slap in the face.

A playful smile appeared on Lu Jiuchuan's face as he looked at Lu Hongshang and said, "And what about you?"

Lu Hongshang felt her delicate body tremble slightly as he stared at her, her face turned pale, and her plump body swayed precariously, unsure whether to refuse or accept.

"That's enough. Hongshang's cultivation is too shallow to discuss the Dao with you, brother. If you wish to discuss the Dao, I will accompany you."

Lu Nanxi slammed her wine glass on the table with a bang, stood up, and said in a cold and stiff tone.

Lu Jiuchuan looked at Lu Nanxi and suddenly chuckled, "Fine, since the Red Robe Guards are unwilling, then forget it."

"I, Lu Jiuchuan, never force anyone to do anything against their will."

The atmosphere in the hall relaxed.

But Lu Nanxi's heart sank. She knew Lu Jiuchuan too well; this was definitely not the end.

Hearing this from inside the room, Wu Tian sneered inwardly.

Lu Jiuchuan's methods were indeed ruthless. He humiliated Lu Nanxi in front of everyone and then used two guards to undermine her prestige, sow discord among her confidants and followers, and leave her completely isolated and helpless.

"This fire came at just the right time..."

Wu Tian thought to himself that it probably wouldn't be long before Lu Nanxi made a choice.

……

Not long after the banquet ended, Lu Nanxi had just returned to her residence when she heard suppressed sobbing and the sound of porcelain shattering coming from the neighboring courtyard.

Her expression changed instantly; Lu Hongshang's residence was right next door.

But when she pushed open Lu Hongshang's door...

The room was in a mess, and Lu Hongshang was lying naked on the bed, with bluish-purple finger marks showing on her fair skin.

She had a clear handprint on her face, blood seeping from the corner of her mouth, her hair disheveled, and her eyes filled with tears of humiliation.

“Lu Jiuchuan…” Lu Nanxi’s voice trembled. In this situation, how could she not understand anything?

Lu Hongshang openly refused at the banquet, which embarrassed him. He didn't even have time to wait until the next day and forced himself on Lu Hongshang that very night.

Regardless of her status or power, Lu Hongshang had no room to refuse and could only let the other party run rampant.

Lu Hongshang was not surprised to see Lu Nanxi. She wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes and sighed, saying, "Second Miss, please don't be angry. I am just a withered flower, a vessel for the clan to produce offspring. This is nothing now."

"The eldest young master is now very powerful, so it's best not to provoke him. Otherwise, you'll inevitably suffer under his roof."

Despite this, her heart was ice-cold. After all, she was a cultivator who practiced magic, and she also had her own dignity and sense of shame, yet she was being humiliated like a dog by that young master.

"Just a bitch of the Lu family, daring to disobey her master... Lu Nanxi will be just a dog under my crotch sooner or later..."

The arrogant words of the eldest young master still echoed in her ears. Lu Hongshang felt utterly powerless. The second young lady herself was barely able to protect herself, so how could she possibly protect her?

Let's just let this go and consider it a dog bite.

Lu Nanxi stood there, her whole body ice-cold.

……

That night, the light in Lu Nanxi's room stayed on until dawn.

She sat by the window, looking at the night sky outside.

Wu Tian was held in Lu Nanxi's arms, and he could clearly feel the rise and fall of her chest and the erratic beating of her heart.

She didn't even bother to change out of her deep red dress; the gorgeous gown gleamed with a dull luster under the moonlight, like congealed blood.

"Little one... what do you think I should do?"

Lu Nanxi murmured softly, her fingertips unconsciously stroking Wu Tian's reddish-yellow fur.

Moonlight streamed in through the window, casting a shadow on her face and obscuring her expression from her beautiful features.

Wu Tian knew that this woman was beginning to waver.

On one hand, there's the pressure from her elder brother; on the other, there's the dual cultivation with demons.

She wasn't without options; she was simply weighing her choices.

She was, after all, a direct descendant of a noble family, and a cultivator who had experienced killing and fighting, so she did not have the fragility of an ordinary woman.

At this moment, her struggle stemmed more from her uncertainty about her future.

"It's just one last straw..."

Wu Tian saw it clearly: Lu Nanxi was stubborn to the core and would never entrust her fate to her family; instead, she wanted to control her own power and authority. (End of Chapter)