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

Chapter 2332: Chapter 774:

After all, this matter is of great importance and may even affect the situation in Yue Country.

"Returning to the Sect Master, there has been no response from Great Dream Immortal City..."

The person being questioned said, with a tinge of bitterness in their voice, aware of the significance of the matter.

"Very well."

After confirming, the Heavenly Sword Sect Master placed down the gold-plated jade token, shut off the formation’s operation, then exhaled deeply and stepped out of the hall.

Without much hesitation, he headed to Absolute Sword True Monarch’s cave mansion to report the matter.

"Still no response?"

Inside the cave mansion, Absolute Sword True Monarch, dressed in a black sword robe and with a solemn expression, was playing chess with Xuanjian True Monarch, who wore an immaculate snow-white robe.

"It seems as you said, even though the Dream City Master possesses Nascent Soul battle power and means, he might not be able to sustain it, or perhaps his injury is more severe than we imagined."

Absolute Sword True Monarch placed a black chess piece and spoke in a deep voice.

Back then, when he returned from Great Dream Immortal City and shared this with Xuanjian True Monarch, the two of them didn’t hold much hope.

After all, as Nascent Soul True Lords, they knew well that unless a cultivator is in closed-door cultivation, refining elixirs, or crafting magical treasures, they rarely have secret techniques that they cannot stop.

Back then, when Wanhu True Master challenged, during the beast tide, and even at the whale hunting banquet, the Dream City Lord had time. Now that we’re inviting them to take action, he’s gone into closed-door cultivation? And can’t emerge for a short time?

How could there be such a coincidence?

At least Absolute Sword True Lord didn’t believe it.

"Not only are the injuries severe, but there must be other reasons. In such matters, as long as he and his wife express their stance, there’s no need for them to take action."

Xuanjian True Monarch, holding a white chess piece with his slender, fair fingers, gently placed it on the board, saying.

If Yuan Country intervenes in the Liangyue War, the premise is having the assurance of victory.

If Jiang Country steps in, then the likelihood of action is small, opening the way for negotiation and division of interests.

After all, at the Nascent Soul level, unless it’s a Great Dao contention, not many people are willing to fight to the death.

Everyone’s cultivation is fundamentally for longevity.

If they’re willing to fight to the death over minor interests, they wouldn’t have come this far.

This is also why, back in the Vast Sand Illusion Realm, when Lu Changsheng risked his life to unleash a secret technique, striking back against a Nascent Soul cultivator, it shocked and moved countless cultivators.

Besides being shocked by his strength, many were puzzled why he would risk everything for Azure Phoenix True Monarch, even abandoning his own path.

"Given this, what do you plan to do, Senior Brother?"

Absolute Sword True Monarch looked directly at Xuanjian True Monarch and inquired.

Although he currently handles many affairs of the Heavenly Sword Sect, the true decision-maker is the Xuanjian True Monarch before him.

"As for Great Dream Immortal City’s side, as we discussed, press them first to see their attitude and response."

"We must take it one step at a time, and for the rest, we’ll decide once I return from Yue Country."

Xuanjian True Monarch’s voice was calm and measured.

Though he appeared gentle and without the sharpness typical of sword cultivators, he had naturally demonstrated his thunderous methods in leading the Heavenly Sword Sect to this point.

"Senior Brother, be careful."

Absolute Sword True Monarch said solemnly, cupping his hands in agreement, knowing full well the risks his senior brother faced in going to Yue Country for support.

Xuanjian True Monarch drew the green long sword from his waist, gave a slight smile, and vanished from the cave mansion, as if he had never been there.

"Iron Sword."

Seeing his senior brother’s miraculous skills, Absolute Sword True Monarch exhaled a breath of turbid energy and then glanced at the Heavenly Sword Sect Master outside the cave mansion, offering his advice.

...

Starry Sky Sea.

The previously calm sea waters suddenly erupted like boiling water, roaring loudly and forming a massive vortex.

Shortly after, a giant whale, as immense as a mountain and entirely dark with intricate dark-gold dragon patterns covering its body, surged from the water. Its fins akin to wings, it hovered above the sea surface, blocking out the sun and emitting an incomparable sense of oppression.

"Hmm, it should be this way, so why haven’t I arrived?"

Lu Lingjing’s eyes, like black holes, surveyed the surroundings, puzzled that it still hadn’t reached the confluence of the Great Dream Marsh and Starry Sky Sea.

Half a year ago, it was suddenly attacked, worried that if the blue-armored man sought trouble for the lady, young master, or mistress at home, it decided to hurry back home first.

Not knowing the way back to Great Dream Marsh, it chose to ask for directions from other demons.

Faced with a Fourth Rank Demon King’s pressure, other demon beasts naturally dared not conceal anything.

But the vastness of Starry Sky Sea meant most sea beasts and even Third Rank Demon Kings only lived in their own areas, so few knew where Great Dream Marsh was.

Yet, deterred by Lu Lingjing’s True Spirit Bloodline and Fourth Rank Demon King’s imposing presence, they dared not refuse, thus trying their best to point the way.

So, after half a year of travel, not only has Lu Lingjing not returned home, it hasn’t even reached Great Dream Marsh yet.

"Could I have gone the wrong way?"

Lu Lingjing had a clear understanding of its speed during travel.

Back when it set off with the lord, crossing Great Dream Marsh to Starry Sky Sea and visiting the Kunpeng Nest took only a few months.

If it’s taking this long now without reaching, it surely must have been mistaken.

"Damn it, how dare they deceive me!"

If it weren’t in such a hurry to get home, Lu Lingjing would certainly hunt down the deceitful sea beast to make them face the consequences of their deception.

However, in its eagerness to return home, it deliberated for a while, then, with its massive form, plunged back into Starry Sky Sea, deciding to find another Demon King to guide it.

And it would ensure the other party escorted it this time, with dire consequences if they dared deceit!

...

Land of Eternal Night.

Qingyun City, City Lord’s Mansion.

"Bang!"

After hearing the report from an attendant, Yun Wanshang’s exquisite and stunning face turned as cold as frost, her fair jade-like hand slamming on the table with a sense of overwhelming majesty.

Since she and Lu Changsheng left Qingyun City for more than half a year, not only had chaos erupted in the city, but several towns under her governance faced bloody disasters.

"It seems someone noticed my frequent departures during this period and decided to target Qingyun City!"

Yun Wanshang, as a former Enforcement Hall Master of the Qingyun Sect and having governed Qingyun City for many years, naturally knew this was no coincidence but was orchestrated by other forces.

As someone of her status, the apex of power in the city, casual trips may attract fare notice.

Still, when she heard of the appearance of heavenly light and ventured out to find the spiritual products formed by the descent of heavenly light, she encountered Lu Changsheng. Following that, to search for the Golden-Winged Heavenly Peng, she went on an expedition to the Forbidden Mountain with him, leading to multiple departures.

This situation quickly attracted attention from other forces, questioning her actions and provoking a trial of her attitude.

"True Man, what do you intend to do?"

Spending the past year together, Yun Wanshang showed no airs before him, making Lu Changsheng almost forget Yun Wanshang’s formidable past as a Nascent Soul True Man and Enforcement Hall Master of Qingyun Sect.

Though Yun Wanshang was more approachable in daily interactions, for some reason, he found her current demeanor even more captivating...

"Since they dare to strike, there’s no need for politeness. Didn’t you previously ask me about the forces within the Land of Eternal Night? It’s time to take action."

Yun Wanshang hadn’t reached this height as a compassionate person.

When Lu Changsheng inquired about the distribution and strength of forces, she discerned his intentions.

Back then, she didn’t openly state it, not because she found it inappropriate, but rather concerned about Lu Changsheng’s potential impulsiveness.

Yet, through their lengthy expedition together, her understanding of Lu Changsheng’s strength deepened.

One could say, unless they encountered a Nascent Soul True Lord with restored mana, few in the Land of Eternal Night could rival Lu Changsheng or Qian Zhuyan!

But having spent so many years here, she’s still unsure whether there exists a Nascent Soul True Lord in the Land of Eternal Night, especially one with restored mana!

"Alright."

Lu Changsheng agreed after hearing her words.

"Lu Changsheng, go and make use of the gains from this trip to enhance your battle power. I’ll handle a few matters. If there are any issues or needs, instruct Xinyue or have her notify me."

Yun Wanshang continued, speaking to Lu Changsheng with absolute trust, unconcerned about sharing the gains from this trip.

It’s this mutual trust that allows their cooperation to flow so naturally in this realm.

Most collaborations cannot separate from interest division.

Yet, during this trip’s harvest, with Lu Changsheng contributing more, he shared the gains equally with Yun Wanshang.

Similarly, Yun Wanshang did not seek to take advantage, and instead proactively offered the gains to Lu Changsheng.