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

Chapter 2171: Chapter 717: Divination Life Tools, Secret Realm Exploration!

Lu Changsheng nodded in agreement upon hearing, then went to rest and engage in dual cultivation with Hong Lian.

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Half a month later.

Lu Changsheng emerged from the Red Lotus Cave Mansion with a refreshed spirit.

Lu Ping’an had already arrived at the Great Dream Marsh, currently on Dragon Fish Island.

Upon hearing, Lu Changsheng did not delay and went to Dragon Fish Island with Hong Lian and Meng Xiaochan, then took Lu Ping’an to the secret realm.

To prevent cultivators from trespassing into the secret realm, the surrounding area had been sealed off by the City Lord Mansion.

Guarded by Sea Spirit Flood Dragon and several Foundation Establishment cultivators.

This sea spirit flood dragon, snatched from the hand of Wanhu True Master, though tamed by Hong Lian, still carried a ferocity deep down, only Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian could command it.

But Hong Lian usually had no use for this Sea Spirit Flood Dragon, so she directly gave it to the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale as a subordinate.

Sometimes, no matter how formidable a Beast Tamer, they couldn’t match the raw bloodline oppression among demon beasts.

Faced with the Fourth Rank Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale, this Sea Spirit Flood Dragon quickly chose to submit, obediently listening.

”Tsk tsk tsk, indeed, one must use demon beasts to manage demon beasts.”

Lu Changsheng clicked his tongue and said, suddenly having some ideas about the Great Dream Marsh in front of him.

As long as the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale intimidates and subdues all the Demon Kings in the Great Dream Marsh, then all the islands, including those shrouded in mist, can be fully developed, can’t they?

”Hong Lian, what do you think about using the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale to lead and govern the Great Dream Marsh?”

Lu Changsheng shared his thoughts with Hong Lian, asking.

”Husband’s idea is certainly feasible, but these wild Demon Kings aren’t easy to tame, even if they submit to the Spiritual Whale, their innate wildness and ferocity might still harm cultivators...”

Hong Lian, being a cultivator skilled in the Way of Beast Taming, understood the habits of demon beasts very well.

She stated that people had done similar things before, requiring the cultivation of multiple Demon Kings.

Like cultivating Dao Soldiers, taming a batch of Second Rank demon beasts, feeding them ’Spirit Nurturing Elixir’, ’Wisdom-Opening Elixir’ and other elixirs to enhance their spiritual intelligence, forming tribes, and thoroughly utilizing them.

This undertaking is vast, not achievable in a mere day or two, and demands significant financial investment.

”It seems that completely developing the Great Dream Marsh is not easy after all.”

Lu Changsheng remarked, still intending to properly manage the Great Dream Marsh.

For instance, by having the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale intimidate all Demon Kings, opening up maritime routes and solving issues of inconvenience and risks associated with traveling to and from the Great Dream Marsh.

Then leasing or selling all the islands to other cultivators and factions, and profiting through maritime dominance.

Lu Changsheng even considered earning money by using the demon beasts subdued by the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale for delivery, messaging, and transportation.

”Let’s take it slow, once the Blackwater Dragon Spirit Weapon grows stronger, we can gradually explore these options.”

Lu Changsheng temporarily dismissed the idea, knowing that tasks must be approached one step at a time, and currently, breaking through to Nascent Soul is more crucial.

With a Nascent Soul breakthrough, his capabilities and ease in whatever endeavor will be greatly enhanced.

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”Ping’an, try to see if you can enter the secret realm?”

The secret realm in front imposes a restriction on cultivation level, allowing only those in the Initial Stage of Core Formation to enter.

Though Lu Ping’an was merely at the Core Formation First Layer, his body cultivation had reached the Third Rank Late Stage.

Though this was part of dual cultivation, not the ancient pure body cultivation method, it may still clash with the secret realm.

Lu Ping’an attempted to enter the secret realm upon hearing this, only to feel his physique suddenly becoming heavier, yet he experienced no resistance from the secret realm.

”Upon entering, certain restrictions and influences are likely imposed on physical body divine abilities.”

Hong Lian remarked.

”Hmm.”

Lu Changsheng nodded, flipping his hand to reveal three copper coins, gently tossing them to divine and calculate the fortune for Lu Ping’an and Meng Xiaochan in the secret realm.

After a while, he exhaled deeply, acquiring a divinatory symbol indicating smooth progress with minor auspices!

”Only minor auspices?”

Lu Changsheng slightly frowned.

Minor auspices, indicating that there were no rare major opportunities within this secret realm.

Nonetheless, upon reevaluation, with Lu Ping’an and Meng Xiaochan both being Core Formation cultivators, the minor auspices meant they could at least secure a Core Formation level opportunity.

As for moderate auspices and major auspices, they signified top-level opportunities, even Nascent Soul level opportunities.

”Husband, what’s the matter?”

Hong Lian noticed Lu Changsheng’s slight frown, immediately inquiring out of concern, suspecting issues with the secret realm.

”Nothing, judging by the divinatory symbol it is merely minor auspices, making me feel the opportunities in this secret realm won’t be substantial.”

Lu Changsheng shook his head lightly, losing much of his anticipation for the secret realm.

Previously, he was fairly optimistic about the secret realm, hopeful for significant gains akin to that from the Tianyuan Secret Realm and the Vast Sand Illusion Realm.

”...”

Hong Lian was speechless and stifled.

Not every secret realm contains opportunities.

Many secret realms may consume considerable time and effort in exploration, only to find the rewards fall short of the expenditure, or even incur severe losses.

Lu Ping’an and Meng Xiaochan’s minor auspices in entering the secret realm were already quite favorable.

Moreover, after the secret realm’s exploration, it can be developed into a Medicine Garden, spirit beast garden, or even a trial ground.

However, knowing her husband’s disposition, it made perfect sense that only top-level opportunities would pique his interest.

”There shouldn’t be major dangers inside, but once you’re in, still exercise caution, return immediately if needed.”

Lu Changsheng advised his wife and son, then bestowed several talismans and Third Rank puppets upon them.

Despite the minor auspices and smooth journey.

The Heavenly Dao is unpredictable.

Divinatory symbols are not absolute, their indications may change over time.

It may seem auspicious one moment, yet turn ominous the next, thus it is wise not to overly rely on divinatory symbols.

”Father, I understand.”

”Lu Lang, rest assured, Little Chan understands.”

Both were no novices in cultivation, nodding and smiling at Lu Changsheng, then entering the secret realm.

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”Boom!”

As the world around them spun, Lu Ping’an felt a sudden weight upon immersing into the secret realm, akin to bearing a heavy burden.

The power of blood and qi coursing through his being felt as if invisible shackles were binding them tightly.

Though he could forcefully struggle, he realized that such an act would impact the stability of the secret realm.

”Ping’an, what’s happening?”

Meng Xiaochan noted Lu Ping’an’s discomfort.

”It’s nothing, it’s just my qi and blood exceeds the limits of this secret realm, hence the imposed suppression effects, I need to acclimate.”

Lu Ping’an responded with a grin.

Despite the suppression of qi and blood, his physical body defense and strength remained unaffected.

Only several divine skills were difficult to perform, necessitating adaptation to the current state.

This had been predicted by Hong Lian prior to entering the secret realm, as part of anticipated events.

”Alright, alert us should anything be unusual.”

Meng Xiaochan released a puppet and several poison insects, ready to warn if anything arose.

Upon entering the secret realm, she transitioned from her daily role as a devoted wife and loving mother back to the earlier years when she traversed the Jin Kingdom alone, becoming a true inheritor of the Demon Path.

An hour later, Lu Ping’an adjusted to the current physical state, lightly patting the Spiritual Pet Bag to release the family’s chief treasure-seeking mouse.

”Squeak squeak squeak—”

This Seeking Spirit Mouse was the same treasure-seeking rat captured by Lu Changsheng and Ling Zixiao in Jiuxiao Immortal City.

Since being handed to the family chamber of commerce by Lu Changsheng, it had been living lavishly, growing to Second Rank Late Stage, now regarded as the primary treasure-seeking mouse on Bi Lake Mountain.

It was only during major tasks or special circumstances that Lu Family disciples would take this treasure-seeking mouse out, usually allowing it to enjoy a comfortable life on Bi Lake Mountain.

This Seeking Spirit Mouse managed to achieve this standing due in part to its past experience with Lu Changsheng, where it went hungry for three days and nine meals short, learning the value of demonstrating usefulness.

Thus, once released from the Spiritual Pet Bag by Lu Ping’an, it wasted no time shirking its duties, assuming the stance of the chief treasure-seeking mouse, its nose eagerly sniffed around, sensing the place rich with spiritual medicine, immediately leading Lu Ping’an and Meng Xiaochan in the secret realm to scour various spiritual medicines, heavenly and earthly treasures.