Chapter 1871: Chapter 623: Azure Phoenix True Monarch: You May Call Me Aunt Mu from Now On!_2 Therefore, under such circumstances, they were willing to accept Lu Qingxuan as a registered disciple, to observe him and discern the purpose behind Lu Changsheng sending him for apprenticeship. "Registered disciple." Lu Changsheng came here not holding much hope for his son’s apprenticeship. The main idea was for his son to gain the divination inheritance that doesn’t consume life span from Azure Phoenix True Monarch, and to broaden his horizons and gain experience in Azure Phoenix Immortal City. Now it seems that the inheritance aspect is difficult. "Why not let my son cultivate here in Azure Phoenix Immortal City for ten years, and you may guide him when you have the time, otherwise it’s not a big deal. Assign him some tasks for learning and experiencing to broaden his experience and knowledge." "By then, if you find my son’s talent barely acceptable, take him as an honorary disciple. If indeed, there’s no fate, we won’t insist." Lu Changsheng saw that Azure Phoenix True Monarch was not very willing to accept disciples but did not want to completely undermine his dignity, so he assented. 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖 In this situation, he did not insist, and even proactively took a step back. After all, without obtaining the divination inheritance, this registered disciple status is useless. If his son can gain recognition from Azure Phoenix True Monarch in ten years and be accepted as a disciple, there might be hope. Upon hearing this, Azure Phoenix True Monarch happily responded: "Naturally, I can." Rather than establishing a master-disciple relationship, it’s better to form a normal connection. This not only allows further interactions with Lu Changsheng but also permits observation of Lu Qingxuan to understand Lu Changsheng’s situation. "Since that’s the case, my son shall rely on you for guidance." Lu Changsheng cupped his hands, then turned to his son and said: "Xuan’er, don’t you thank the True Monarch." "Junior Lu Qingxuan, thank you, True Monarch!" Lu Qingxuan took a deep breath, bowing respectfully. "As you are the son of Daoist Changsheng, you may call me Aunt Mu in the future." The young Lu Qingxuan being sent here by Lu Changsheng for apprenticeship surely isn’t an ordinary son, hence Azure Phoenix True Monarch is willing to acknowledge him as a junior. "Is the Azure Phoenix True Monarch’s surname Mu, or does her name contain the word Mu?" Despite knowing her for so long, Lu Changsheng did not know the Azure Phoenix True Monarch’s name. This is common in the Cultivation World. Many cultivators adopt a Dao name after breaking through Core Formation, abandoning their real name, and gradually, the outside world forgets their real name. "Thank you, Aunt Mu!" Although Azure Phoenix True Monarch’s voice was calm yet stern, even distant, her words acknowledged him as a junior. With the matter of his son Lu Qingxuan temporarily settled, Lu Changsheng and Azure Phoenix True Monarch continued their tea and chat. Azure Phoenix True Monarch also stated that the Life Path layout of Great Dream Immortal City had been completed. "No wonder." Lu Changsheng suddenly understood. He had noticed the other’s attitude having slight differences from before and suspected another motive. Now it seems that things had been going well over at Hong Lian, solidifying his Nascent Soul reincarnated identity. "I appreciate your efforts, True Monarch." Lu Changsheng inquired about establishing an Immortal City at Poison Dragon Pool. "To completely clear the poisonous evil Qi at Poison Dragon Pool, transform the mountain and earth veins, and establish an Immortal City would take at least a few decades." Azure Phoenix True Monarch shook her head and said. Establishing a Fourth Rank Immortal City isn’t easy. The initial workload is enormous, requiring the allocation of massive resources. If not for this, Heavenly Sword Sect wouldn’t hand over a Fourth Rank Spiritual Land like Poison Dragon Pool to Azure Phoenix True Monarch. After chatting for an hour. "Given the situation, I would trouble you, Daoist, to care for my son. If he has any inappropriate behavior, please inform me at any time." Lu Changsheng cupped his hands to bid farewell, very courteous. Then he said to his son: "Xuan’er, when you see your Aunt Mu in the future, you must treat her with the same respect as you do for your father, understood." "Please rest assured, father, I understand." Lu Qingxuan, from the conversation just now, knew that his father sending him here might have indebted him. Thus, he must perform well in the coming days to seek Azure Phoenix True Monarch’s recognition. "Hmm." Lu Changsheng again advised him a few words, then left with Lu Miaohuan. "Since you seem knowledgeable in management, you will first take on a steward position here in the Immortal City." After Lu Changsheng left, Azure Phoenix True Monarch looked at Lu Qingxuan with an imposing and stern gaze full of majestic aura. Even though Lu Qingxuan had served as Family Head for many years, being outstanding among his peers, facing this True Monarch alone still filled him with an indescribable pressure, making him dare not look directly. "Thank you, Aunt Mu." He bowed and said. "In terms of divination, do you have any current doubts or questions?" Although the divination inheritance of Azure Phoenix True Monarch is different from most, mastering one technique leads to mastering many. Guiding Lu Qingxuan would naturally not be a problem. Lu Qingxuan immediately expressed his doubts regarding divination. Azure Phoenix True Monarch nodded lightly, seeing that Lu Qingxuan had acquired an impressive divination inheritance, likely at the Third or even Fourth Rank. As Lu Changsheng mentioned, without a master to guide him, he had solely relied on himself to explore and learn. Be it cultivation technique classics or the hundred arts of cultivation, having only the inheritance without guidance can easily lead one astray. Especially with something as profoundly mysterious as divination. With the Azure Phoenix True Monarch’s guidance and insight, Lu Qingxuan immediately experienced a sense of enlightenment. He felt that Aunt Mu’s understanding of divination far surpassed the diviner named Du whom his father previously hired. Although he benefited greatly from that diviner Du, compared to the Azure Phoenix True Monarch, it simply couldn’t match up. ... "Husband, is it alright to just leave Xuan’er here?" After leaving the City Lord Mansion, Lu Miaohuan was still a bit worried. "This Azure Phoenix True Monarch is currently trustworthy. Previously, I gave her the Phoenix True Feather, and she owes me three favors. For such a small matter, she will naturally take good care of Xuan’er." Lu Changsheng did not insist on an honorary disciple status, he just hoped Azure Phoenix True Monarch would take care of their son. How much Xuan’er would gain from this would depend on his own performance. "If Xuan’er stays at Bi Lake Mountain, his talent would be wasted. Azure Phoenix Immortal City is located at the border between Jiang Country and Yue Country, and is currently planning to expand to guard the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range. Xuan’er could gain much knowledge and learn many things here." Although true experience might require leaving Jiang Country and heading to the broader cultivation world. But everything has to start small; for now, Jiang Country is sufficient for the family’s children to grow. Moments later, Lu Changsheng met up with Lu Miaoge and the others. "Changsheng, Xuan’er?" Without seeing her son, Lu Miaoge’s beautiful eyes were filled with both joy and a bit of worry. "He wasn’t taken as a disciple." Lu Changsheng gently shook his head and said, "I just left him here to learn and gain experience." "Father, what about my brother? Isn’t he coming back?" Lu Qingqi also asked with concern. "Father has a friend here who is proficient in divination, so I sent Xuan’er to her for a period of study. If you miss him in the future, you can come to the Immortal City to visit him." Lu Changsheng patted his daughter’s head and explained. "Oh." Lu Qingqi was a bit reluctant. Among the family, she had the best relationship with her brother Lu Qingxuan. Even though he was half a year younger than her, the two were like siblings. "The distance from Qingyun Market to Azure Phoenix Immortal City isn’t far, and you can even take a spiritual vessel to visit. Once you return home, focus on cultivation. Don’t let Xuan’er surpass you too much." Lu Miaohuan urged her daughter. Although Lu Qingxuan wasn’t taken as a disciple by Azure Phoenix True Monarch, his future wouldn’t be lacking either. "Got it~" Lu Qingqi responded listlessly, wondering how she could compete with her brother. "Xiao Qi, you are the best. I believe in you." Lu Qingzhu encouraged her sister. "But I don’t even believe in myself. Sister, you don’t understand..." In the past, Lu Qingqi always thought her brother was held back by family affairs, with his strength similar to hers. But after the recent attack on Qingzhu Mountain, she discovered her brother’s strength far surpassed her own. She described his combat ability and how powerful his techniques were, noting that if it weren’t for the family affairs, his cultivation level would likely be even higher. Moreover, her brother also studied divination techniques, capable of insights and predictions. Listening to her chatter, Lu Qingzhu realized how impressive her brother truly was. After all, previously, Lu Qingxuan had always presented himself as a gentle and courteous gentleman, never boastful, very humble, unlike their eldest brother Lu Qingshan. Since they had come to Azure Phoenix Immortal City, Lu Changsheng also took the opportunity to visit Xiao Xiyue and Zhao Qingqing, who were training here. Besides, Lu Miaoge, Lu Miaohuan, and others hadn’t seen the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range after the reclamation.