Starting as a Son-in-law to Establish an immortal Family

Chapter 2283: Chapter 756:

However, breaking through from Core Formation to Nascent Soul is like this; with the slightest mistake, one faces eternal damnation.

"Elder Xuanmu, when you attempt to reach Nascent Soul in the future, you must prepare thoroughly."

Shen Baishuang gave a few more instructions to Lu Changsheng, to prevent him from being affected by Jingqing Zhenren’s failed attempt to reach Nascent Soul.

"Thank you for the reminder, Second Palace Master."

Lu Changsheng cupped his hands in response, his expression heavy.

After Shen Baishuang left, Lu Changsheng shook his head and sighed, "Ah, a Nascent Soul Cultivator enjoys a lifespan of five hundred years, yet for the sake of reaching Nascent Soul, in one morning they may perish, their Dao vanishing, turning into flying ash. It truly is... lamentable and sorrowful."

Back then, Song Yudie even told him that this Elder Jingqing admired the Third Palace Master, and once he broke through to Nascent Soul, he would propose to Shen Yiren to become Dao Companions.

But before he even had the chance to meet this Elder Jingqing, the latter died under the Nascent Soul Tribulation.

Thinking of how he too would soon face the Nascent Soul Tribulation, Lu Changsheng was especially moved.

"If this Jingqing Zhenren had chosen the Human Nascent Soul, he might have succeeded in breaking through."

Although the Earth Dao and Heavenly Dao Nascent Soul, once achieved, provide a more profound foundation.

These must be stabilized after breaking through for the benefits to gradually manifest.

However, the risks of attempting Earth Dao or Heavenly Dao Nascent Soul become evident in the process of turning the pill into an infant and during the tribulation crossing.

"But those who dare to attempt Nascent Soul, aside from a very few cultivators who fight desperately for survival, who among them is not proud and self-confident, believing they can achieve Earth Dao Nascent Soul? Who would choose the Human Nascent Soul?"

"Just like Ming Sha True Monarch, surrounded by enemies on all sides, with the entire sect’s safety resting on his shoulders, yet he still chose the Earth Dao Nascent Soul."

Lu Changsheng stood with his hands behind his back, muttering to himself, fully understanding the mindset of cultivators like Jingqing Zhenren.

It was just like himself.

If he wanted to break through to Nascent Soul, he could do so at any time.

But what he sought was greater than what any cultivator dared to dream.

Not only to attempt the Heavenly Dao Nascent Soul, which countless cultivators dare not even dream of, but he also wanted to see if there is a level beyond the Heavenly Dao Nascent Soul!

...

Although Lu Changsheng was no longer as eager to pursue the Third Palace Master as before.

Yet, at Shen Baishuang’s request, he still took the initiative to visit.

Shen Yiren was in low spirits, feeling depressed; apart from being weighed down by Jingqing Zhenren’s failed attempt and death, she also felt a sense of shared sorrow.

Her cultivation level had reached Core Formation Peak early on.

Over the years, she had been accumulating her foundation, waiting for the right time to attempt Nascent Soul.

Now, seeing the more outstanding Jingqing Zhenren fail, she was inevitably affected.

"Third Palace Master..."

Lu Changsheng immediately offered words of comfort, expressing his deep feelings upon witnessing Elder Jingqing’s failed attempt at Nascent Soul.

But as the saying goes, "Better to die in the evening after hearing the Dao in the morning." He suggested taking Elder Jingqing as a lesson, seeing things with clarity, and making thorough preparations.

Their cultivation levels were similar, and both practiced "Nourishing Life Technique," sharing much common ground, so during their conversation, Shen Yiren felt an inexplicable resonance from Lu Changsheng.

"Third Palace Master, although Elder Jingqing endured many trials, his Dao Heart was firm, yet it was precisely because he experienced too much that his mind might have had too many flaws, easily invaded by Heart Demons."

"In my opinion, Third Palace Master, you possess the heart of an innocent, undefiled, always maintaining a state of contentment and serenity, treating everything with pure peace. Even without many trials, with such a clear and pure mindset, you can easily pass the Demonic Tribulation."

Lu Changsheng said with a smile.

Though his words offered comfort, they were not entirely false.

According to Hong Lian, the Demonic Tribulation is unpredictable and must be determined according to each individual’s situation.

But it is not necessarily the case that more trials guarantee passing through it.

Many times, some cultivators with an innocent heart could smoothly pass through this tribulation and achieve Nascent Soul with ease.

Just like Demon Beasts facing the Demonic Tribulation of Transformation...

"Why is it that when Daoist Xuanmu speaks, everything seems to be a virtue, yet, when heard, it makes sense..."

After hearing Lu Changsheng’s words, Shen Yiren said with a gentle smile, feeling much more at peace, and realized that the refined gentleman before her had many qualities worth learning.

"Third Palace Master, your words have truly flattered me. Many things have both good and bad aspects; it just depends on the perspective."

Lu Changsheng chuckled softly, his demeanor gentle and his attitude refined and amiable.

After chatting for a while, Lu Changsheng invited Shen Yiren to enjoy the scenery together on Penglai Island, which might elevate her mood.

Soon after, the two of them stepped out of the palace, strolling among the clouds, like confidants, and engaged in pleasant conversation.

During this process, aside from discussing cultivation with Lu Changsheng, Shen Yiren gradually understood his situation, even his viewpoints and perceptions.

During their talks, they discovered not only were their approaches to cultivation similar, but their viewpoints and perceptions were also quite aligned, giving them a sense of having met a kindred spirit.