Family Cultivation: Evergreen of the Song Family

The Tianniu Mountain Battle, which lasted a whole day, officially came to an end.

An area of ​​several thousand miles in radius was turned into a barren land. This was the result of a group of Jindan cultivators deliberately restraining themselves and placing the main battlefield in the air. If it was on the ground, half of the Dayu cultivation world would have been destroyed.

This battle was the largest in scale and had the most Jindan Zhenren participants in the past thousand years. Nearly a hundred Purple Mansion cultivators and over a thousand Foundation Establishment cultivators were deployed to the battlefield by all parties. Even the previous encirclement and suppression of the Black Dragon Demon King did not involve such a large-scale battle.

Although the Thunder King Palace was defeated in this battle, the strength they displayed shocked all the people and forces who were paying attention to this battle. Three Jindan Zhenren were dispatched for this battle. Among the four cultivation worlds, only the Jinwu Sect, the Wanlong Chamber of Commerce and the Wuxiang Sect had such strength.

And this should only be part of the strength of the Thunder King Palace. Above it is another Thunder King to whom everyone is loyal.

Being able to gain the loyalty of so many Jindan cultivators, no one would be naive enough to believe that this so-called Thunder King is just a Jindan True Person. He must be at least a Yuanying True Lord.

This conclusion made everyone look unhappy. As for Yuanying Zhenjun, no Yuanying Zhenjun had been born in the four major cultivation worlds since the death of Yushu Zhenjun.

We won this time, but what if the Thunder King comes in person next time? Who can resist him?
When thinking about the crisis that might come, everyone felt as heavy as if a mountain was pressing down on their hearts.

In order to obtain more information about the Palace of Thunder King, Su Ding and others quickly began interrogating the captives. In addition, all parties were mobilizing their own personal connections to gather information about the Palace of Thunder King.

A force that is suspected to have Yuanying Zhenjun and so many Jindan Zhenren absolutely cannot appear out of thin air. As long as we follow this line of investigation, we will definitely gain something.

All the major Jindan forces are extremely busy with this matter.

Of course, despite their busy schedule, they did not forget to send people to express their condolences to the Tianjian Sect and thank them for their contribution in this battle.

However, in Song Changsheng's opinion, the so-called condolences were bullshit. They were completely going for the formation used by Jian Wushuang that could block the heavenly thunder calamity.

The [Ten Thousand Swords Returning to the Sect Formation] that the Tianjian Sect had spent so much effort to build over the years could only withstand the first heavenly thunder tribulation, while Jian Wushuang's strange formation was able to withstand two. No one could resist being tempted by such a powerful formation.

There are only nine minor heavenly thunder tribulations in total, and one formation can resist two of them. The temptation is too great.

Not only the Jindan forces, but also some powerful Zifu forces also have a strong interest. After the battle, they hurriedly sent formation masters to the Tianjian Sect under various excuses.

The Tianjian Sect was unable to bear the harassment, but after the battle they were severely damaged, and even the protective formation and Wanjian Mountain were destroyed. They really did not have the confidence to say "no" and could only swallow their anger.

As a third-rank high-grade formation master with the ambition to break through the Jindan stage, Song Changsheng was naturally very interested in this magical formation. For this, he found a perfect excuse - to pay tribute to Jian Wushuang.

Of course, it’s not all excuses.

Song Changsheng has always been very respectful to Jian Wushuang, the master of swordsmanship.

When he was young, he led Song Qingxing and Song Qingxi to the Tianjian Sect to comprehend the sword monument. He had to acknowledge this friendship.

Moreover, when he held the Zifu Celebration, Jian Wushuang personally attended on behalf of the Tianjian Sect and presented a huge gift, which was also a favor.

Now that Jian Wushuang has passed away, it is only right that he should come and pay a proper tribute to him.

But this does not conflict with seeking benefits for the Song family. After all, this is a world where interests come first.

The best Song Changsheng could do was to maintain a respectful and pious heart when offering sacrifices to Jian Wushuang, instead of just going through the motions like the others did...

After bowing earnestly and inserting the incense in his hand into the incense burner, Song Changsheng bowed to Jian Xu who was wearing mourning clothes and said:
"Master Jian, please accept my condolences."

Jianxu nodded expressionlessly, acting very rudely.

Song Changsheng sighed quietly. His own motives were not pure, so how could he blame others? If he were in Jianxu's position, he would probably be even more indifferent than him.

After leaving the mourning hall, Song Changsheng and Niu Dazhuang looked at each other, and then walked towards the top of Wanjian Mountain in tacit understanding.

There is a big hole there that was blasted out by thunder, which leads directly to the secret room inside Wanjian Mountain. At this moment, formation masters from various forces gathered at the edge of the big hole, trying to find some clues from it.

A large group of Tianjian Sect disciples watched them from afar, angry but not daring to say anything.

"Why don't I see the formation master from Tianxiao Sect?" Song Changsheng asked with some confusion.

The Tianxiao Sect had fought with all their might in this battle, so he was somewhat surprised that they would give up such a rare opportunity to pick fruits.

Niu Dazhuang said nonchalantly, "Tianxiao Sect is busy cleaning up its ranks, so how can they have the time to send someone to look at this useless formation?"

"Cleaning up the family?" Song Changsheng was a little surprised, but not too surprised. This was the inevitable outcome. However, he had not returned to his family yet and had not received any related news.

Niu Dazhuang nodded and said, "I guess a lot of people will die this time."

"Very serious?"

"That's extremely serious. You know Zhao Ming Zhenren's eldest disciple Feng Lan, the guy who is neither male nor female.

He was the one who took the initiative to contact the Palace of Thunder King, and had been in contact for many years. He also secretly won over many powerful figures who were dissatisfied with Master Zhaoming, and took the opportunity to place people in the Palace of Thunder King.

Over the years, the Tianxiao Sect has been infiltrated from top to bottom like a sieve.

Zhenren Zhaoming might not be completely unaware of all this, but these people had already formed a powerful force, and uprooting them all at once would have too great an impact on the Tianxiao Sect. He had never made up his mind to deal with them, which indirectly led to this disaster.

It was Master Youxuan who was decisive. He transferred a large number of Fenglan's people to the Tianniu Mountain battlefield, where they suffered heavy casualties.

The remaining ones are being cleared out now, and it is said that so many heads were killed that the blood flowed like a river.”

Song Changsheng was a little surprised when he heard this and said, "Zhao Ming Zhenren is a Jindan Zhenren after all, how can he be so unbearable?"

Anyone who can cultivate to the Golden Core Stage has fought his way out of a mountain of corpses and a sea of ​​blood. How could they be so indecisive?

Niu Dazhuang glanced around and sent him a mysterious voice message: "The reason why Master Zhaoming was able to break through to the Golden Core stage at such a young age is said to be because he got a great opportunity when he was training outside during the Foundation Establishment stage. After returning, he kept in seclusion for more than 200 years. When he came out of seclusion, he became a Golden Core Master without even going through the heavenly tribulation."

"impossible."

Song Changsheng immediately retorted that even for Song Qingxi who had integrated the origin of the laws, he still needed to practice step by step, and there would still be many bottlenecks when breaking through.

If what Niu Dazhuang said was true, then what Zhaoming Zhenren got was no longer an opportunity, but a destiny to become an immortal.

What is the concept of immortal fate? Yuanying and even Shenhua cultivators are crazy about it, so how can Tianxiao Sect still be alive today?

"This guy is really becoming more and more unreliable." Song Changsheng secretly complained.

Niu Dazhuang said nonchalantly: "Anyway, that's what's being spread outside. How would I know whether it's true or not? It's just a story anyway. Why bother about whether it's true or not?" Song Changsheng was speechless and for a moment he didn't know how to refute.

“The secret room below is actually made entirely of [Black Gold]. No wonder the Heavenly Sword Sect went crazy buying up materials everywhere. It turns out that they were used to set up formations.

It's a pity that the secret room and the formation have been destroyed by the thunder, so we can't see anything." Niu Dazhuang smacked his lips and said regretfully.

Song Changsheng only glanced at it for a few seconds before looking away. He shook his head slightly and said, "The Heaven Sword Sect must still have the formation diagram. If Jian Xu was a little smarter, he would probably sell it for a good price."

"Do you think they'll take it out?"

"Do they dare not take it out? Look at the people around. Except for Yaowang Valley and Tianxiao Sect, all the powerful forces have sent formation masters. Brother, you must understand how huge this force is, right?

If nothing unexpected happens, they are already negotiating the price." Song Changsheng said calmly.

Not to mention the current half-dead Tianjian Sect, even the Tianjian Sect in its heyday would not be able to do so.

"Damn, if that's the case, then why are we still watching here? Can't we just study it directly after we get the formation diagram?" Niu Dazhuang said dissatisfiedly.

"You still have to take a look. Things you get from others are not safe after all."

"Then what did you see?" Niu Dazhuang asked humbly.

"The formation base is broken, the formation pattern is incomplete, and the formation flag has turned to ashes under the thunder..."

"Speak something I can understand."

"I can see nothing."

"Damn." Niu Dazhuang rolled his eyes immediately.

"Let's go. We've seen enough and paid our respects. It's time for us to go back. I don't know how the mission to clear out the Thunder King Palace stronghold is going."

"How many strongholds can we defeat with ease?" Niu Dazhuang said carelessly.

"If only it were as simple as you say."

……

Two days later, Song Changsheng returned to Cangmang Peak. After asking Song Luzhou, he learned that the operation to clear the stronghold had been completed and was completed under the unified command of Luoxia City.

There are two strongholds in Lingzhou, and there are not even any foundation-building cultivators, so it is very easy to deal with them. However, the stronghold in Yangzhou is relatively large in scale, and there are actually three foundation-building cultivators.

Fortunately, Song Xianming also followed along just in case, and the three foundation-building cultivators were ruthlessly suppressed without even causing the slightest wave.

Because the Song family was prepared in time, there was no loss in this crackdown on the Song family, which made Song Changsheng very satisfied.

"I have gained a lot from watching the battle this time, and I want to retreat to digest it. During this period, the family will develop in a low-key manner and try not to cause friction with the neighbors around us.

You can give up some of your interests in trade, and peace is the most important thing. If there is anything, wait until I come out of the customs before discussing it." Song Changsheng said solemnly to Song Luzhou.

Song Luzhou nodded and said, "I understand. The family has finally been at peace for a while, and no one wants to cause trouble again.

How long do you plan to stay in seclusion this time?"

Song Changsheng thought for a moment and said, "At most, it will take more than ten years, at least three to five years, to break through to the late stage of Purple Mansion. If there is an emergency, you can call me out of retreat in advance."

"Won't it have any impact?"

"I have been in deep meditation for a long time this time. Breaking through is just a matter of a moment. The main thing is to comprehend the Dao rhyme I have realized this time. You can call me directly."

"understood."

Song Changsheng thought for a moment, then took out the [Amethyst Jadeite] that he got from the Luoxia City Auction House and said, "Please keep this [Amethyst Jadeite]. During the time I am in seclusion, you or Qing Xing can use it if you want to try to break through the Purple Palace."

Song Luzhou nodded and said, "I understand. Just rest assured and retreat. I will take care of these things."

After Song Changsheng broke through to the late Purple Mansion stage in seclusion, the Song family began to become more low-key and did not say that they would take advantage of the weakness of the Tianjian Sect to attack Xiangzhou.

In fact, there are still many people within the Song family who want to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to directly annex Xiangzhou.

However, Song Luzhou and Song Xianming both suggested not to take too big a step at once. Yangzhou has not been fully developed yet, and there is no need to risk offending the Tianjian Sect by attacking Xiangzhou.

The Tianjian Sect is now like a wounded mad dog. It is better not to provoke it if possible. Besides, a lean camel is bigger than a horse. Although the Song family's strength has grown rapidly in recent years, it is still far behind the old forces like the Tianjian Sect.

Instead of making enemies with the Tianjian Sect for a useless enclave, it is better to use Xiangzhou as a buffer zone between the two. Anyway, with the current strength of the Tianjian Sect, it is impossible to swallow Xiangzhou for the time being.

As long as there is no direct border, friction can be reduced by at least half.

Song Luzhou didn't expect that because of his decision, Jianxu, who had been watching the Song family's subsequent actions, would be impressed and give up a series of plans against the Song family. This was a pleasant surprise...

Gusu cultivation world, Menglanzhou, Wuyin Mountains.

This is a huge mountain range that spans most of the Gusu cultivation world and is shrouded in thick fog all year round. There have been many legends circulating about this mountain range, inspiring countless adventurers and casual cultivators to seek opportunities in it.

Of course, looking for opportunities is just a side issue. Legends are just legends after all, and we should not take them too seriously. Most of the cultivators come here mainly for the rich resources of monsters and spiritual medicines.

Song Qingyun traveled all the way here after leaving Sifang City. In the past year, he has grown a lot, and his face is less immature and more fierce and decisive.

No one could tell that he was a cultivator from the Zifu family. He looked more and more like a casual cultivator.

At this moment, Song Qingyun was squatting on a big tree branch, watching coldly the fierce battle between two second-level monsters below.

Seeing that the white-browed tiger and the four-legged earth dragon were both injured in the fight, he was just about to take advantage of the conflict between the two, but he didn't expect that someone would act faster than him.

Song Qingyun's eyes widened with anger: "How dare you!"

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(End of this chapter)