Chapter 2086: Chapter 690: Heavenly Sword Sect’s Speculation, Ling Zixiao Attempts Core Formation! "With these words from you, fellow Daoist, I can be at ease," said Yun calmly. Absolute Sword True Monarch clasped his fists and chose to take his leave. As for the individual from the Shadow Sect, he would bring appropriate value for exchange at the right time. ... "Though the cultivators from the Heavenly Sword Sect may be straightforward, dealing with them is rather refreshing." Watching Absolute Sword True Monarch depart, Lu Changsheng slightly raised his brow. However, thinking about how the Heavenly Sword Sect uses the [Tianyuan Secret Realm] to bait and ambush the Heavenly Fiend True Monarch, and how they continue to scheme against the Jin Kingdom, he dismissed this notion. The fact that they can break through to the Nascent Soul stage and become outstanding among their peers suggests they are not simple and naive. "The great power of the cultivation world ultimately resides within oneself; conspiracies and schemes are minor paths. Occasionally using them is fine, but if all dealings are filled with scheming, one is bound to face backlash sooner or later." In comparison to conspiracies and schemes, Lu Changsheng preferred open and upright strategies, to act according to the circumstance, and to take advantage of the situation! "Husband," At this moment, Hong Lian gracefully approached, her figure elegant and enchanting, inquiring whether there was any matter with Absolute Sword True Monarch. Lu Changsheng explained the conversation between the two. "Husband, you’re still too easygoing," said Hong Lian softly, taking her husband’s arm. "The Heavenly Sword Sect being the overlord of Jiang Country conducts itself righteously on the surface, grand and magnificent. If a matter arises, leaving a good impression is no harm." Lu Changsheng naturally knew the words of Absolute Sword True Monarch were probing, seeking top-level power at a minimal cost. But having lived in Jiang Country for a hundred years, he generally held a favorable impression of the Heavenly Sword Sect. As long as they did not act against his own family, he was willing to maintain a good relationship with them. "Hong Lian, you will be responsible for the upcoming auction at Immortal City and the matter with the Shadow Sect, while I take Zi Xiao back to attempt Core Formation." Lu Changsheng said to Hong Lian. Now that the whale-hunting banquet had concluded, he too needed to attend to other matters. Such as his wife Ling Zixiao’s Core Formation. Refining the Heaven-replenishing Elixir! Recasting the stolen magical treasures! Resuming cultivation of the Brahman Demon True Body! And accompanying Nangong Mili to the Five Poisons Cult. "Rest assured, husband, leave these matters to me," Hong Lian, though usually dedicated to cultivation and indifferent to affairs, appeared gentle and understanding before Lu Changsheng. But as she was a Nascent Soul True Lord and a leader in her earlier years, her capabilities were undoubtedly out of question. She simply knew what image Lu Changsheng preferred, so she always presented herself accordingly, gentle as water. ... "Let’s go, Zi Xiao," With Ling Zixiao’s talent and Dao Foundation, possessing a Co-Cultivation Magical Treasure, and with the Core Formation resources prepared by Lu Changsheng, a Superior Grade Golden Core was almost certain. However, when his previous wives reached Core Formation, Lu Changsheng was by their side for protection and assistance, and now it was Ling Zixiao’s turn; he couldn’t justify not being there. Moreover, Ling Zixiao possessed a stubborn and competitive nature deep down. If there were any mishaps or her Core Formation was inferior to others like Lu Miaoge, her mentality might suffer. Thus, for assurance, even if Ling Zixiao expressed she could manage alone, Lu Changsheng insisted on assisting after taking care of his matters. "Thank you, my Lord," Though Ling Zixiao verbally declined Lu Changsheng’s help, suggesting he handle his things first, she felt great joy at his attitude. "Between us as husband and wife, there’s no need for such words; rather, I’ve been busy and neglecting you, Zi Xiao," Lu Changsheng gently said, holding her jade hand. Then he took her and their daughter Lu Linghe back to Bi Lake Mountain. Though Great Dream Immortal City was also a suitable location for Core Formation, Bi Lake Mountain, with the Mount Sumeru Tree King presiding, could aid in organizing nature’s spiritual energy, cleansing the mind, and removing obstacles to enlightenment, providing some assistance in Core Formation. Moreover, Bi Lake Mountain housed the Mysterious Heaven Spiritual Vine. While the notion of luck is elusive, collective fortune sparsely falls on individuals, but it can indeed offer supplementary support! .... After returning to Bi Lake Mountain, Lu Changsheng entrusted his daughter to Lu Ping’an for care and handed him the Cave Mystique Treasure Mirror. So he could guide and examine the cultivation of the family’s children in his spare time, and then he began assisting Ling Zixiao in upgrading the Co-Cultivation Magical Treasure [Divine Fiend Diagram]. Ling Zixiao, meanwhile, immediately arrived at Mount Sumeru Cave Heaven, sat in meditation to adjust her state. Simultaneously, Absolute Sword True Monarch returned to the Heavenly Sword Sect, reporting the event to Xuanjian True Monarch. "Deep Sea Demon Whale King, Three Elements Beast Heart Pill, Shadow Sect, Fourth Rank Body Cultivation, Northern Desolate Cultivation Realm..." Xuanjian True Monarch, clad in a loose white robe, sat cross-legged with a calm demeanor. During this [Vast Sand Illusion Realm] journey, he had sustained significant injuries, thus Absolute Sword True Monarch attended the banquet at Great Dream Immortal City. This was also why Absolute Sword True Monarch approached the Great Dream City Master with probing and conciliatory strategies. On one hand, the power to slay a Fourth Rank Demon King warranted serious consideration. On the other hand, with Xuanjian True Monarch injured and Azure Phoenix True Monarch missing, Jiang Country also needed to recruit allies. After a moment of contemplation, Xuanjian True Monarch opened his eyes, looked at Yun Jianfeng, who wore a black robe and had a composed but sharp demeanor, and suddenly inquired, "What do you think is the probability this person is Yangming True Master?" 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎 "Though there are many similarities and coincidences between the Great Dream City Master and Yangming True Master, as you mentioned, Yangming True Master had a life-burning explosion in the secret realm. Even if not deceased, he would need decades to recover, yet this Great Dream City Master shows no sign of injury and possesses Fourth Rank Body Refinement..." In previous years, the Heavenly Sword Sect suspected Yangming True Master and the new Great Dream City Master Wang Lin to be the same person. However, based on intelligence, their divine skills and techniques did not match. But the concealment between the two, as well as the timing of appearance, the dual cultivation of magic body, and the mysterious prowess made Xuanjian True Monarch find it too coincidental.