I am evergreen in the world of cultivating immortals

Chapter 506 Plastic Siblings, Xuan Turtle Advances

"Could it be that the noble lady from Xingyue Palace whom Jing Wufeng met overseas back then is this Xingyue Princess?"

Lu Chang'an pondered to himself.

In his early years, Jing Wufeng saved the life of a handsome scholar from the Star Moon Palace in the Taiyin Illusion during his overseas trip.

That token of affection was useless to Jing Wufeng, who was in the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm at the time, as his mind was focused on the final stage of the Heavenly Trial.

So, he decided to do Lu Chang'an a favor and gave it to him.

Previously, when sitting next to Deputy City Lord Yun, Lu Chang'an did not deliberately investigate, but Yun Ya probably concealed her true appearance and cultivation level.

On the surface, Xingyue Palace only sent an ordinary early-stage Nascent Soul cultivator to this conference.

Lu Chang'an understood at that moment.

The Star and Moon Palace is actually one bright and one dark.

The white-haired Elder Deng is merely a facade to mislead people, perhaps a deliberate act of feigning weakness.

Princess Xingyue, whose cultivation was even stronger, secretly observed the situation by going incognito.

See which forces are getting close to Abyss City and exchanging glances in private.

After this grand ceremony, the Star Moon Palace may punish or settle scores with certain factions as a warning to others.

"These powerful forces are constantly vying for power, and they're incredibly cunning."

Lu Chang'an had no desire to get involved in the power struggle between the Tianxing Sea overlords.

Lu Chang'an gave the crescent-shaped jade pendant to the Earth Rock Rat as a token of security when he first entered the Heavenly Star Sea.

Since the jade pendant wasn't on her person, "Yun Ya" probably didn't notice anything amiss.

Lu Chang'an naturally did not know that Jing Wufeng's trip overseas had won the favor of a handsome scholar, who had once identified himself with the surname "Xiang".

……

Lu Chang'an transformed into a streak of azure light, flying tens of thousands of miles across the archipelago and sea area, until he arrived at a remote, secluded spot on the outskirts.

The message left by the Immortal Physician Lingchun before she left did not specify her exact location.

However, the connection between the "Evergreen Kung Fu" techniques is like precise positioning.

Following his senses, Lu Chang'an flew to the clouds above the sea.

The sky was a clear blue, with a few wispy white clouds, but no one else was in sight.

Lu Chang'an's powerful senses detected a hazy, semi-transparent gauze curtain ten feet away, blending into the sky and clouds.

Without the divine sense of a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, it would be difficult to detect.

He hesitated in place, then cautiously approached the location of the cloud-white curtain, following Changqing's senses.

Finally, with a flick of his hand, he lifted the veil from the heavens.

Without hesitation, Lu Chang'an stepped inside.

An elegant attic room came into Lu Chang'an's view, its exterior shrouded in mist and clouds.

The interior of the carriage, with its canopy of gauze, is more than ten times larger than the exterior.

The attic is divided into two parts.

One is a quiet room area for the owner to cultivate, with two green lotus cushions placed in the center.

Against the wall to the side, there is a long tea table, a dressing mirror, and other decorations in a simple and elegant style suitable for female cultivators.

Secondly, there is the area of ​​the fragrant reclining soft couch, which is covered by a beaded curtain.

"Junior Brother Lu has arrived."

The beautiful, clear voice of the female healer drifted over.

The beaded curtain parted.

A pair of white silk stockings and lotus-shaped feet, with graceful curves, stepped out from the fragrant bedchamber first.

Then she wore a simple white lotus dress for home, her graceful and slender figure appearing even more ethereal, as if she had returned to the pure and innocent fairy of eighteen years old.

This is somewhat different from the pitiful and holy image of the immortal doctor that Lu Chang'an had seen outside.

The Fairy Lingchun was still veiled in white gauze, her features exquisitely beautiful yet hazy, her eyebrows lightly drawn, her eyes serene and deep, seemingly tinged with a faint melancholy.

"Junior Brother Lu, there's no need to be so formal."

The Immortal Physician Lingchun gently raised her wrist, gesturing for Lu Chang'an to sit on the meditation cushion in the quiet room.

Two futons.

The two sat facing each other, no more than three feet apart.

A refreshing sandalwood scent emanated from the female healer.

Sitting cross-legged face-to-face so close together is enough to make any man in the world's heart flutter.

Lu Chang'an once again sensed the mysterious force affecting his mind, invisible and subtle.

He seemed somewhat affected, slightly distracted, his gaze lingering on the fairy's lotus feet in her black silk stockings and white silk socks.

After regaining his composure, he glanced at his shoes and said apologetically:

"Junior brother forgot to take off his shoes, thus defiling the spotless boudoir of Immortal Physician Sister."

"Junior brother, you are being too polite!"

The Immortal Physician Lingchun gave him a light reproachful look, as if she were blaming him.

“Other male cultivators don’t even have the right to enter their senior sister’s boudoir, but Junior Brother Lu is different. We are fellow disciples, like siblings.”

Fairy Lingchun's eyes flickered, and she shyly pulled her lotus feet under her skirt back slightly.

In a seated position, the skirt covered half of her instep; but the almost translucent white silk stockings clearly outlined her delicate, jade-like toes.

Lu Chang'an thought to himself, "This woman cultivates the 'Suwen Lingshu Jue,' which manipulates and influences the mind. Combined with her stunning appearance and transcendent, holy aura, it's no wonder she has so many admirers."

Furthermore, those who had sought her medical or alchemical skills and had received her favors were even more deeply affected, directly astonishing them with their extraordinary abilities.

The legendary lord of the celestial island was said to have been adopted by a divine healer when he was a beggar boy.

If it is a subtle, gradual influence on the mind from childhood, it can last for hundreds of years.

Even though the Lord of the Outer Island had reached the late Nascent Soul stage, the image of the Immortal Doctor in his mind was still incredibly special and transcendent, indelible and irreplaceable.

……

"That's right, we are fellow disciples."

"Senior sister, you asked me to meet you alone today. What advice do you have for me?"

Lu Chang'an composed himself and got down to business.

The ethereal healer, Lingchun, sat cross-legged like Guanyin, restoring her sacred and elegant demeanor.
“Junior Brother Lu has traveled hundreds of millions of miles from the inland of Tianheng to Tianxing Sea, so he should already know about the potential crisis of 'that person'.”

Mentioning that person's existence.

The two looked solemn, and there was no longer any romantic atmosphere between them.

"Yes, junior brother, I was just thinking of asking senior sister Lingchun for some advice."

Lu Chang'an nodded, his face showing humility.

Upon hearing this, the Immortal Physician Lingchun's eyes turned cold, and she gritted her teeth, but she quickly regained her composure.

With Lu Chang'an's arrival in Tianxinghai, the possibility of legendary great cultivators personally visiting overseas will inevitably increase.

But now that things have come to this, no matter how much resentment and dissatisfaction Lingchun Immortal Doctor harbors, it will be of no use.

After analysis and probing, she was certain that Lu Chang'an had at least the ability to defend himself against a Nascent Soul cultivator.

This young man rarely leaves the headquarters of the Merchant Alliance; his whereabouts are unpredictable and he is difficult to deal with.

The Wei family of the Merchant Alliance, and even the Great Demon King, the Azure-Eyed Beast, have all become allies of Lu Chang'an.

Just before, the Immortal Physician Lingchun had contacted the Great Demon King, the Azure-Eyed Beast, but it was only a brief exchange of pleasantries.

The Azure-Eyed Beast now treats the Spirit Spring Immortal Doctor with indifference and distance, its eyes filled with wariness, and it no longer shows the closeness and dependence it once had.

This must be a scheme by that brat to sow discord!

Fortunately, the seed of the [Pure Heart Gu] was only in its incubation period. After the plan failed, she cast a spell from afar, allowing it to naturally merge into the flesh and blood of the Great Demon King, leaving no irrefutable evidence.

"My senior sister was able to escape a major calamity mainly because of good luck and being located in a remote overseas area. That's how she managed to survive until today."

The Immortal Physician Lingchun smiled and then suggested:

“Junior Brother Lu’s supernatural powers are immense, probably no less than those of a Nascent Soul cultivator. Would you be willing to join forces with Senior Sister to deal with that person’s crisis together in the future?”

"Right on my mind!"

Lu Chang'an agreed without hesitation.

This is also an important reason why he fled overseas.

Although the two are potential adversaries, they are not immune to forming an alliance at any time when faced with a common major crisis.

Therefore, this superficial relationship between the two senior and junior students should not be broken.

"However, my magical power is still shallow, and my supernatural abilities are not yet fully developed. I am far from being able to contend with a great cultivator!"

"Since we are both in the Heavenly Star Sea, I hope that Senior Sister will guide and instruct me; in the future, when we join forces to fight against that person, we will also have to rely on Senior Sister Immortal Physician."

Lu Chang'an smiled wryly and bowed, adopting the posture of a younger brother who wanted to curry favor with the immortal doctor.

Fairy Lingchun rolled her eyes at him, then smiled faintly, quietly observing his reaction.

Lu Chang'an did not flinch; his gaze remained pure.

The two stared at each other for a long time, as if engaging in an invisible battle of minds.

……

After a moment, the Immortal Physician Lingchun withdrew her probing gaze and sighed softly:
"I have a feeling that you are not simple, not honest, and don't tell the truth. What I saw today is just the surface, and I can't see the real junior brother."

Lu Chang'an was secretly surprised. Could this be the spiritual intuition of the Immortal Doctor who cultivated a powerful divine soul technique?
They didn't give Lu Chang'an a chance to refute.

The immortal doctor suddenly changed the subject again:
"Junior brother, your physical body is powerful, at least at the fourth level of body refinement. Would you be interested in traveling with your senior sister to participate in the future Sea God Temple?"

Two consecutive victories in the general's hands startled Lu Chang'an.

The mastery of the fourth-order body refinement technique was eventually seen through by the Immortal Physician Changqing.
Lu Chang'an speculated that the only possible moment to slip up would be when he caught Chai Laogui's "Millennial Corpse Flame Wine".

At that time, the female healer, Old Ghost Chai, and Lu Chang'an sat side by side.

Lu Chang'an suspected it was a test from the female immortal doctor.

Therefore, when the "Avici Thunder Sound" was activated, it also enveloped the female immortal healer.

“Inland areas lack body-refining materials. When I arrived at Tianxing Sea, I collected body-refining materials and demon king essence blood through the merchant alliance. Only a few years ago did I barely step into the threshold of the fourth-order body-refining stage.”

Lu Chang'an did not deny it, his face expressionless.

She then countered with a question: "Senior Sister, you have a keen sense of body cultivation and blood circulation. Could it be that you also cultivate body cultivation?"

He blinked, curiously examining the immortal doctor.

A seemingly delicate and slender figure, yet with full and curvaceous curves...

If the Compassionate Immortal Healer also cultivates the fourth-level body refinement and possesses physical strength comparable to a demon king, the contrast would be far too great.

But setting aside physical appearance, a rational analysis suggests that this possibility is not low:
First, this immortal physician has lived for a long time, and there are relatively abundant overseas resources for body refining. He is also a fourth-level high-grade alchemy master, capable of refining sacred medicines for body refining.

As long as the immortal healer is willing to work hard, given the characteristics of the Evergreen Technique, the difficulty of cultivating to the fourth level of body refinement is much lower than that of ordinary cultivators.

Secondly, the Immortal Physician took the initiative to invite Lu Chang'an to the Sea God Temple.

The Temple of the Sea God is suitable for sea creatures and powerful demonic beasts with strong bloodlines and bodies.

While magic practitioners will be suppressed in the Sea God Temple, their body refinement will not be affected.

Of course, the Immortal Physician Lingchun also possesses a fourth-tier Insect Mother, which is not among the cultivators of magic, and can exert terrifying combat power in the Sea God Temple.

The swarm of the Soul-Devouring Insect Queen is large enough that even a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator would have to be wary of it.

"Junior brother hasn't answered yet. Are you interested in participating in the Temple of the Sea God?"

The Immortal Physician Lingchun smiled gently, rose gracefully, and served Lu Chang'an a cup of brewed spiritual tea.

"The Temple of the Sea God is the supreme secret realm of the ancient sea race, and a historical relic of the glorious era of the sea civilization. Not to mention the divine weapons and ancient treasures that flow out of it, there are also unique longevity-extending natural treasures, whose effects do not overlap with those of longevity pills made from ordinary longevity fruits."

"In history, the Temple of the Sea God has even produced fifth-tier longevity-enhancing natural treasures!"

Fifth-tier life-extending spiritual item!

Lu Chang'an was naturally intrigued by the immortal doctor's description.

For the Evergreen Technique, extending lifespan means increasing magical power.

"Why would Senior Sister, whose island is ruled by that great cultivator, need to cooperate with Junior Brother?"

Lu Chang'an raised a question.

The Immortal Physician Lingchun explained, "Due to the rules within the Sea God's Palace, the stronger one's magical power, the greater the suppression, including the magical power of cultivators and the demonic power of demonic beasts. Therefore, those at the late stage of the fourth rank do not have much of an advantage within it. Furthermore, the Tianxing Sea and the deep-sea forces reached an agreement long ago that only those below the late stage of the fourth rank are allowed to enter the Sea God's Palace."

"The major powers jointly reached this agreement to avoid excessive fighting that could lead to casualties among the top warriors. After all, life and death are not considered within the Sea God Temple, and the grudges and feuds within are generally not brought out into the outside world."

"I see."

Lu Chang'an understood.

Most top-tier forces, including deep-sea forces and alien forces, only have one Grand Cultivator-level combatant.

Not to mention the greater suppression at the major repair level, entering the Sea God Temple would be a low-value proposition. A fall in a battle would be an unacceptable loss for any faction.

The Lord of the Outer Island cannot participate in the Temple of the Sea God.

The Immortal Physician Changqing invited Lu Chang'an, and with their combined strength, they might be able to dominate the Sea God Temple.

"I appreciate your kindness, Senior Sister. I'm only at the fourth stage of Body Refinement, with mid-Nascent Soul stage cultivation, and I'm still being suppressed by the Sea God Palace..."

Lu Chang'an shook his head, ultimately refusing.

He didn't trust the Immortal Physician Changqing.

Even the previous cooperation to jointly resist the threat from Yan Donglai was only a verbal agreement.

Lu Chang'an is a true cultivator of the Evergreen Realm, and he would not actively devour the Dao Fruits of his fellow disciples unless absolutely necessary.

The Immortal Physician Lingchun is not necessarily the case; Lu Chang'an always prefers to weigh the worst-case scenario.

If this woman is an Evergreen Demonic Cultivator, she could potentially advance to the late Nascent Soul stage by consuming Lu Chang'an's Evergreen Fruit. At that time, the Immortal Healer would also be able to greatly enhance her ability to protect herself when facing Yan Donglai.

……

"Alas, it's only natural that my junior brother doesn't trust me since we've just met."

The Immortal Physician Lingchun seemed to have some regret, and sighed, as if a saintly woman were chanting, the last syllable of which was melodious and ethereal.

Lu Chang'an's heartstrings trembled, as if he had missed something, and a sense of emptiness and loss arose.

again!

Lu Chang'an's "Azure Heart Concentration Technique" was passively activated to resist this stronger mental influence.

The "Azure Heart Concentration Method" and the "Thousand Machines Divine Evolution Technique" have different focuses.

The former is highly resistant to such mental forces, including bewitching illusions.

Lu Chang'an outwardly maintained a sense of loss, briefly lost in thought.

Take a deep breath and calm yourself down.

He looked directly at the renowned female healer, his eyes sparkling, and said:
"Senior Sister Lingchun, are you a righteous cultivator or a demonic cultivator of Changqing?"

Lu Chang'an got straight to the point and asked directly.

If this woman is a true cultivator of the Changqing sect, then cooperating with her against Yan Donglai would be relatively more reliable.

Otherwise, it becomes a dangerous game of deception and trickery.

The Immortal Physician Lingchun was taken aback, seemingly not expecting Lu Chang'an to be so direct and strike at the heart of the matter.

“Prejudice in people’s hearts is a mountain.”

Her face was filled with sorrow, her swan-like neck, white as mutton fat, was slightly raised, and one slender hand rested on her high, full breasts. Her voice was soft and mournful as she spoke:

"If Senior Sister says she is a true cultivator of the Evergreen Sect, how much would Junior Brother Lu believe her?"

The gesture of touching the heart with a hint of resentment and anger seemed to be an attempt to tear out one's heart and lungs to etch it into one's mind.

It is deeply moving, making one believe involuntarily, and even feel guilty.

"Junior brother, you can believe it for now."

Lu Chang'an remained expressionless, but he didn't believe it at all. He turned his gaze away from Fairy Lingchun's full and ample bosom.

It wasn't that he intended to be frivolous; the way this senior sister clutched her heart and lungs met his unwavering gaze.

He was secretly surprised. This woman seemed to have a delicate waist, but her curves were perfectly defined. She was broad-minded and tolerant.

However, considering the identity of this female doctor, it made sense.

"By the way, Senior Sister has been cultivating the Evergreen Technique for a long time, so her magical power should be no less than that of a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, right?"

"Senior Sister must have some insights into the 'Eternal Green Dao Body'. Could you please give Junior Brother some guidance?"
"Only when my junior brother's magical power and supernatural abilities improve can he help my senior sister deal with that crisis."

Lu Chang'an looked serious and humbly asked for advice.

Even the most beautiful sights in the world are at most a small treat for cultivating one's character and bringing joy to the mind and body.

What can compare to the path to immortality, a life of carefree ease?

Seeing Lu Chang'an humbly seeking advice, the Immortal Physician Lingchun's expression instantly turned cold.

The woman regained her dignified demeanor, her temperament changed drastically, and her gaze became cold and aloof.

In an instant, she transformed into a cold and aloof fairy from the Moon Palace, unapproachable and exuding an icy aura that keeps people at arm's length.

"Junior Brother Lu wants the insights into the Evergreen Technique and the cultivation techniques for the Eternal Evergreen Body? No problem! Just exchange it for the [Spirit-Shaking Mace], and your senior sister is willing to open her heart and teach you, becoming half your teacher."

The Immortal Physician Lingchun's voice was as cold as a spring, and she spoke in a businesslike manner.

"What [Spirit-Shocking Mace]?"

Lu Chang'an looked puzzled and pretended not to understand.

He naturally wouldn't return the Zhenling Mace, a strategic treasure capable of breaking through restrictions and formations, to the Immortal Physician Changqing.

This is an act of aiding the enemy.

"If Junior Brother Lu doesn't understand, that's fine! I'm feeling a bit tired today..."

A languid weariness appeared on Lingchun Immortal Physician's face as she rose to see the guest off.

"Take care, Senior Sister! In the future, we'll join forces to fight against that..."

Lu Chang'an cupped his hands and left the outer gauze curtain.

Inside the fragrant pavilion with its gauze curtains.

Only the graceful figure of the Immortal Physician Lingchun remained.

"...That little rascal!"

Beneath the veil, her serene face revealed a gritted jaw and a look of resentful bitterness.

The amount of intelligence obtained from this interaction and negotiation was not much.

Lu Chang'an seemed to be under some kind of psychological influence, occasionally lost in thought, attracted by her subtle beauty.

But appreciation is appreciation.

When it comes to matters of fundamental interest, this guy is absolutely ruthless.

Only taking advantage of others without giving anything in return.

He even wanted to take advantage of her, asking for her insights and experiences on the Evergreen Technique and the Eternal Evergreen Dao Body.

The sage physician Lingchun, who was invincible overseas, felt a profound sense of defeat today.

"This kid is no ordinary person; he reached the mid-Nascent Soul stage even earlier than I did. If he's one of Yan Donglai's key targets, then we're in trouble..."

The female healer's breasts heaved, her mood was not good, and her expression was unpredictable.

This child not only brings potential crises and disasters.

They also ruined her years-long plan and stole a strategic treasure.

Unfortunately, this person is quite powerful and is suspected of having hidden strength, hiding in the headquarters of the Merchant Alliance.

Extremely slippery, there's nothing you can do about it.

She has always had a calm and serene mindset, and rarely harbors hatred towards anyone.

Today, however, she longs to stomp on that seemingly innocent and harmless face.

……

That evening, the Wei family's baby-giving ceremony came to a close.

Representatives from various factions in Tianxinghai departed one after another.

The celestial veil of the Immortal Physician Lingchun briefly met the head of the Wei family before drifting away.

The three leaders of the Business Alliance, Wei Dongjun and others, showed a look of relief despite their exhaustion.

Today's Wei family ceremony was successfully held and had a great impact.

Perhaps it was Lu Chang'an's intervention that deterred them, but the second half of the celebration went smoothly without any setbacks.

Even the Demon Lord Hong of Abyss City did not act rashly.

It is foreseeable that after this grand ceremony, Lu Chang'an's reputation will soar in Tianxinghai.

This is quite beneficial to the Blue Ocean Business Alliance.

"This grand event was almost a disaster! It was thanks to Fellow Daoist Lu's intervention that the heroes were deterred."

Leader Wei was very polite and hospitable, and personally escorted Lu Chang'an to the outside of Biqin Island.

"It's nothing. Even if I, Lu, don't help, there's still our alliance's Great Demon King."

Lu Chang'an said calmly.

Today's grand ceremony is attended by the Immortal Physician Lingchun, and he cannot avoid it; he is destined not to develop in a low-key and quiet manner.

Even if he doesn't show up, the Immortal Doctor has plenty of ways to expose his Evergreen Technique identity.

However, the two had a desire to cooperate in resisting Yan, so they did not break off their relationship.

Alliance Leader Wei said solemnly, "The Great Demon King's actions are different from Fellow Daoist Lu's. This time, the Merchant Alliance headquarters will award Fellow Daoist Lu a merit."

Lu Chang'an readily accepted the commendation for his contribution.

Before leaving.

Lu Chang'an glanced at the Yuanci Immortal City high in the sky at the edge of the Luoxia Sea.

He casually asked, "When are you leaving Yunhai City?"

"As is customary, we will stay in this city for about two or three years, during which time an auction will be held."

Wei Dongjun smiled and spoke in a light tone.

As a floating city in the sky, Cloudsea City can promote trade around the Merchant Alliance headquarters.

Lu Chang'an didn't say anything, but his brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.

……

Return to the cave on Hidden Mist Island.

Lu Chang'an fully activated his divine senses to examine his entire body.

He had stayed inside the celestial canopy, wary of any special tricks played by the Immortal Physician Changqing, although the possibility was very low.

As a result, apart from a slight scent of sandalwood on the robe, nothing else was found.

This refreshing sandalwood scent, with a subtle feminine fragrance, is truly delightful.

Upon returning to Hidden Mist Island, Zhao Shiyao, who was there to greet him, sensed his presence.

Fairy Zhao didn't say anything, acting as if nothing had happened.

Lu Chang'an did not hide anything and told Zhao Shiyao that he had met with the Immortal Physician Changqing.

"The legendary celestial healer from beyond the heavens..."

Zhao Shiyao was surprised, her complex emotions a mixture of longing and worry.

She never imagined that her husband had reached such a level, having direct contact with the legendary, renowned physician.

That evening, Zhao Xianzi helped Lu Chang'an undress and bathe.

Lu Chang'an originally intended to remove the scent of herbs and sandalwood from his robes.

"I wonder what spices the immortal physician used; the aroma is so wonderful, refreshing and invigorating, leaving a lingering aftertaste."

Zhao Shiyao felt a pang of envy and an instinctive reluctance to part with the fragrant scent.

"Nothing smells as good as the pure, natural fragrance of Fairy Shiyao."

Lu Chang'an chuckled and pulled the graceful Zhao Xianzi into the large bathtub.

"I haven't undressed yet..."

Instantly, the warm, spiritual spring water soaked her sky-blue fairy dress, creating a hazy, beautiful scene, like a blue lotus blooming in the water.

Zhao Xianzi was naturally unaware that today's meeting under the celestial veil, with the immortal physician's unparalleled allure, inevitably stirred up some of Lu Chang'an's anger.

The unique, refreshing fragrance emanating from the immortal healer is a blend of the distinctive aura of the Evergreen Technique and natural herbs, making it unparalleled in the cultivation world.

Lu Chang'an speculated that this was a unique "natural body fragrance" blended by the immortal doctor. It was harmless in itself and had the effect of improving mood.

This fragrance, when used in conjunction with the "Suwen Lingshu Jue," can exert a stronger effect, whether it enhances charm or influences the minds of others.

Late at night.

Lu Chang'an quietly extracted a wisp of pale green aura from his robes and infused it into the [Hundred Illusions Mask].

“Immortal Doctor Sister, since you are so popular in Tianxing Sea, your junior brother will naturally have to hold back a trick.”

Although he only received the "fragrance" of the immortal doctor, Lu Chang'an and Fairy Lingchun cultivated the Evergreen Technique together, and their magical attributes were of the same origin.

……

The next morning.

Lu Chang completed his daily practice of the Evergreen Technique.

He looked again at the sky city hovering in the distance.

At this point, Lu Chang'an stopped worrying about it.

Regardless of how long he stayed in the city, Xuan Shui Jun began his seclusion, preparing to break through to the mid-stage of the fourth rank.

As originally planned, Lu Chang'an postponed the event due to the Nascent Soul Ceremony.

Now, Cloudsea City hovers over the edge of the archipelago, where it will remain for two or three years.

Lu Chang'an made up his mind to delay no longer!

In any case, his reputation in Tianxinghai greatly increased after this grand event.

It was only a matter of time before the intelligence agencies of some of the forces present that day began to suspect Lu Chang'an's identity as a Changqing Gong master.

It's just that this identity cannot be confirmed.

Since that's the case, Lu Chang'an simply let Xuan Shuijun charge in normally.

With the addition of a mid-stage fourth-tier giant tortoise, its deterrent power is even greater, making external forces wary and unwilling to provoke it.

Keep a low profile when you should.

When it's not appropriate to develop in a low-key manner, Lu Chang'an will openly display his deterrent power.

Moreover, the methods and strength he has displayed in Tianxinghai so far are only the tip of the iceberg.

……

A few months later.

The clouds above Hidden Mist Island dissipated.

There was a roar.

The waves surge for hundreds of miles around the island, and the spiritual energy of the water gathers in the Clear Frost Pool at the center of the island.

Immediately afterwards, a chilling and malevolent aura emanated from a spirit beast and rose within Hidden Mist Island.

That chilling, water-based aura was initially at the peak of the early fourth rank.

Its aura grew increasingly violent, repeatedly shattering the barriers of its cultivation realm, subtly exceeding the scope of the early stage of the fourth rank.

A chilling, malevolent wind swept through the surrounding area, and the waters around the island became still, condensing into a layer of pale black frost.

"Advancing to the fourth tier of Demon King!"

"Such powerful Xuan Shui Frost Qi! This doesn't resemble the legendary Xuan Shui Turtle!"

The commotion on Hidden Mist Island instantly alarmed the entire archipelago.

The island sea area where the Merchant Alliance headquarters is located is equipped with sensing arrays, which can detect anomalies immediately.

The Left Alliance Leader, the Wei Alliance Leader, the Wan Deputy Alliance Leader, and many elders of the Merchant Alliance were all alarmed.

Main island, headquarters hall.

"Is it Lu Zhenjun's fourth-tier giant tortoise?"

The Left Alliance Leader and Wei Dongjun rose and flew to the top of the main hall, gazing in the direction of Hidden Mist Island.

"Yes."

Wei Dongjun fully confirmed.

Back then, to repay Lu Chang'an for returning his grandfather's belongings, he gifted him a mid-grade fourth-tier Azure Lotus.

This lotus helps water-type sacred beasts to concentrate their minds and slightly increases the success rate of advancing to the mid-stage of the fourth tier.

However, whether or not one can successfully advance to the next level depends only on the spiritual treasures of heaven and earth.

The key lies in the inherent qualities and fortune of the demon king and its spirit beast.

Less than half an hour.

Boom! Snap!

The ice layer on the water surface surrounding Hidden Mist Island shattered, and a large amount of spiritual energy from heaven and earth swirled around it, dissipating smoothly and orderly.

The center of the island.

That rising chilling pressure forcefully broke through the shackles, reaching the level of a mid-stage fourth-tier demon king!

Promotion successful!

In the archipelago waters, many high-level cultivators who were paying attention to this direction sensed something.

Above the main hall on the main island.

Wei Dongjun and the leader of the Left Alliance exchanged glances, a look of surprise flashing in their eyes.

Xuan Shuijun's advancement to the mid-stage of the fourth rank was smoother and easier than expected, a truly lightning-fast breakthrough.

"This tortoise advanced to the mid-stage of the fourth rank with a bit more ease than I did when I broke through to the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm."

Wei Dongjun couldn't help but ponder deeply, his mind wandering.

He inherited his grandfather's legacy, possessing top-tier cultivation techniques and resources, and only succeeded once in breaking through to the mid-Nascent Soul stage.

Promotion was not easy at that time.

Generally, those in the early stages of the Nascent Soul realm or those corresponding to Demon Kings often need to fail several times and repeatedly overcome bottlenecks before they can succeed.

If a demon king has been at the peak of the early stage for many years, it is not surprising that they can be promoted in one fell swoop.

However, he occasionally visited Hidden Mist Island and had met Xuan Shui Jun, so he knew that this giant tortoise had only recently reached the peak of the initial stage of cultivation.

"This tortoise's foundation is beyond imagination, and it even possesses a Heaven-grade mutated bloodline! This is a foundation and fortune that no ordinary Nascent Soul power could possibly have!"

Suddenly, Wei Dongjun became intensely curious about Elder Lu's past.

at the same time.

The powerful aura of Xuan Shuijun's advancement to the mid-stage of the fourth rank also attracted the attention of cultivators from Yunhai City in the distance.

Several powerful figures from Yunhai City and the Yunhai Business Alliance, including a Nascent Soul cultivator from the Yun family, calmly watched the aura of the mid-stage fourth-order Xuan Turtle that had just emerged in the distance.

A handsome young man appeared somewhat abruptly among the figures.

Yun Ya looked at the Yun family's great cultivator with great interest, a mischievous glint in her bright eyes:
"Great-uncle, back in the deep sea, you fought a great battle against a peak mid-stage fourth-tier Heavenly Grade Water Dragon Turtle, but it seems you were ultimately unable to defeat that old turtle?"

The elderly cultivator from the Yun family did not deny it, stroking his beard and nodding, he said:
"Turtle-type spirit beasts have strong defenses, especially the aquatic-type top-grade giant turtles. When they fight in the sea, their innate abilities are greatly enhanced. Once they become powerful, they have almost no natural enemies in the sea."

(End of this chapter)