The First Venerable of All Paths

"I see."

Fang Xuan sighed, "It seems that the strength of that Xuan Turtle is also comparable to that of the Creator. It had calculated everything long ago and did this on purpose."

The Xuan Turtle clan is naturally skilled at divination and understanding the secrets of heaven.

The Xuan Turtle knew long ago that the legacy it left behind would be stolen by others after it left, so it deliberately left a backup plan.

"That's exactly right."

Lu Zhao said, "After several accidents, the Lu clan members belatedly realized that they had no choice but to return the Fangxuan Turtle Scale Armor to that ancestor."

"But they must be unwilling to accept it."

Fang Xuan said, "After all, even those experts at the Transcendent Realm would fight tooth and nail for the opportunity left behind by a Xuan Turtle."

The Xuan Turtle is an ancient divine beast with an extremely long lifespan, so its strength is not weak.

The legacy it willingly leaves behind, however small, is a unique and exceptional opportunity in the world.

You were right.

Lu Zhao nodded slightly and said, "Because of resentment, he imprisoned our ancestor, hoping that she could comprehend the legacy left by the Xuan Turtle and then give back to the Lu family."

"That Lu family ancestor was already disliked, and coupled with his weak character, he was powerless to resist and could only be forced to bow his head."

Lu Zhao subconsciously clenched his fist and said, "In this way, with the help of that ancestor, the Lu family gradually grew stronger."

"until......."

After a pause, Lu Zhao continued, "Until this matter attracted outside attention, several forces coveted the Xuan Turtle treasure and joined forces against the Lu family, forcing them to hand over the Xuan Turtle scales."

"Specific details have not been passed down, and the clan only records a few words about it."

Lu Zhao said, "All I know is that the battle was extremely fierce, and the Lu family suffered heavy casualties."

"In the end, it was that ancestor who suddenly emerged from seclusion, using his unparalleled cultivation to sweep away powerful enemies, cleanse the family, and establish the family rule that women should lead the family."

After listening, Fang Xuan couldn't help but applaud the Lu family ancestor.

She may appear delicate, but she is actually resilient and strong.

Accumulate strength and wait for the right opportunity to turn the tide.

Not only did they purge the clan and solidify their own position, but they also annihilated the enemy in one fell swoop, buying the Lu family enough time to develop.

"So, the inheritance within the Xuan Turtle Scales is only suitable for women to inherit."

Fang Xuan said, "By sheer chance, Manman obtained the Xuan Turtle Scales and indirectly inherited their legacy."

"That's probably true in most cases."

Lu Zhao laughed and said, "I didn't expect that Lu Ren would be so bold as to bring the Xuan Turtle Scales into the Blood Pool Secret Realm without permission."

Because she lacked the aptitude for cultivation, apart from firmly holding the positions of family head and guild leader, the Xuan Turtle Scale Armor had long been taken away by Lu Ren.

"He tried to steal a chicken but lost the rice instead."

Fang Xuan found it somewhat amusing upon hearing this.

Then, Fang Xuan frowned deeply.

"Sister Lu Zhao, tell me the truth, is the Lu family's bloodline jade pendant related to that thing?"

Upon hearing this, a look of astonishment flashed across Lu Zhao's face.

Fang Xuan then knew that he had guessed correctly.

"Fang Xuan, you are indeed intelligent."

Lu Zhao said, "You're right. The bloodline jade pendant of my Lu family actually summons those ancestors who inherited the Xuan Turtle's legacy but ultimately perished."

"But the price for summoning the power of one's bloodline is the loss of lifespan."

Fang Xuan said in a deep voice, "The price is too high."

"Nothing comes without a price."

Lu Zhao said, "At the very least, it's worth it to prevent the Lu family from being destroyed by those people."

"So, you know who those people are?"

"I can probably guess some of it."

Lu Zhao nodded and said solemnly, "But Fang Xuan, I hope you don't know."

"Those people are determined to get their hands on the Devouring Soul Jar. You must tell your friend to be extra careful."

Lu Zhao instructed, "If you encounter these people again in the future, whether they are your opponents or not, do not get entangled with them too much."

Seeing Lu Zhao's cryptic expression, Fang Xuan became genuinely curious.

"Are these people backed by powerful forces?"

Lu Zhao nodded and said, "At the very least, it won't be weaker than the Dao Seeking Sect."

Fang Xuan's pupils contracted slightly.

"Fang Xuan, don't think that sects like the Dao Seeking Sect are the strongest sects in Qingzhou."

Lu Zhao said, "Qingzhou is very large, and many reclusive families and forces are unknown to outsiders. Moreover, Qingzhou is just one of the most inconspicuous territories in the entire Kyushu Continent."

Upon hearing this, Fang Xuan nodded in deep agreement.

In the inherited memories of the nine empresses, the Nine Provinces Continent was merely a speck of dust in the myriad realms, insignificant and unimportant.

Not to mention, it's just a small place like Qingzhou.

"I've remembered those words."

Fang Xuan asked, "But what are your plans now? Are you going to keep this from Manman indefinitely?"

"She's still young."

Lu Zhao said softly, "Before I leave, I will clear all obstacles for her so that she will have no worries."

Upon hearing this, Fang Xuan fell silent once more, yet hesitated.

"What's wrong? Are you hiding something from your sister?"

Fang Xuan touched his nose sheepishly and said, "Actually, I have a way to help Sister Lu Zhao prolong her lifespan, but..."

"What?"

Lu Zhao suddenly sat up straight, grabbed Fang Xuan's hand tightly, and said excitedly, "Brother Fang Xuan, do you really have a way?"

Fang Xuan nodded.

"Tell me, what do you want?"

Seeing Fang Xuan's hesitant expression, Lu Zhao regained his composure and said, "As long as it's something I can do and doesn't violate the ancestral precepts of my Lu family, I can agree to anything you ask."

"Well......"

Fang Xuan shook his head repeatedly and said, "It's not that bad, it's just a small request."

Tell me about it.

"I just hope that nothing that happened today will be told to a third party."

Fang Xuan said earnestly, "I will first help you repair your origin to prevent your condition from worsening. In the next three years, I will try to find a way to refine a pill to prolong your lifespan."

"this one?"

Lu Zhao looked stunned.

She had thought Fang Xuan would make some unreasonable demands, but instead he just asked her to keep it a secret.

Fang Xuan rubbed his back and said with a forced smile, "Because this will expose some of my secrets, I hope Sister Lu Zhao will agree."

Since Fang Xuan had said so, how could Lu Zhao refuse?

"So what do you plan to do?"

Lu Zhao looked at Fang Xuan with curiosity.

She also wanted to know what Fang Xuan's secret was.

"Take it off."

"What?"

"Take off your clothes."

"You little rascal, are you trying to take advantage of your older sister?"

The woman's voice sounded exasperated, even angry and embarrassed.

"Sister, I'm innocent!"

"You're really not lying to me?"

"I swear!"

"Fine, I'll trust you this once. But if you dare to lie to me..."

The woman gritted her teeth and said, "I guarantee you won't leave Mingyue County!"

Sparse and scattered.

......

"Miss, may I come in?"

Grandma Yin knocked cautiously on the door, but anger was gathering in her eyes.

The two maids, Chunxing and Qiuju, looked even more uneasy.

In contrast, Li Guanlan rolled his eyes so hard they almost reached the sky.

She could guess what Fang Xuan was going to do even with her toes.

Bah, scumbag!

For some unknown reason, Li Guanlan's pretty face flushed slightly.

Fortunately, no one noticed.

"Come in."

After a long while, Lu Zhao's weak voice finally came from inside the room.

"Hurry up and get ready, Grandma Yin is coming."

Upon hearing this voice, all four of them froze.

Grandma Yin was even more furious.

You bastard, what exactly did you do to my young lady?

"Boom!"

Grandma Yin suddenly pushed the door open and stepped inside.

The scene inside the room left the group stunned.

"What are you all doing?"

Inside the room, Lu Zhao sat on the bed, dressed neatly and with a dignified demeanor.

She was gently wiping her face with a tissue.

As for Fang Xuan, he was engrossed in writing something.

His clothes and face were covered in ink.

"My younger brother Fang Xuan plans to write me a prescription for a pill to restore my qi and blood, but some of the medicinal herbs are really hard to find."

Lu Zhao handed a piece of paper to Granny Yin and said, "Granny, please take a look. Is there anything wrong with this prescription?"

Granny Yin took the pill formula with suspicion, and after a quick glance, she exclaimed, "This... isn't this the formula for the fifth-grade pill, the Essence Pill?"

"Young Master Fang, you...you can also refine pills?"

Fang Xuan said without looking up, "I know a little, but I can't refine fifth-grade pills yet."

"But......."

"Mother-in-law, is there a problem?"

Granny Yin said helplessly, "There is no problem, but the requirements for the medicinal materials in this pill formula are too high, unless Young Master Fang wants to refine the top-grade Essence Pill."

"Mother-in-law is wrong."

Lu Zhao glared at Fang Xuan imperceptibly, then gritted his teeth and said, "He's going to refine a top-grade Essence Pill. I suspect this little rascal is lying to me."

"Exquisite?"

Chunxing covered her mouth and exclaimed in surprise, "Isn't the highest grade of elixir only 'top-grade'?"

"Miss, you are unaware of this."

Granny Yin sighed and said, "You don't know this, but while pills can indeed only be of the highest grade, some extremely skilled alchemists are able to refine pills of the highest grade."

"However, in the past few hundred years, I have never heard of anyone being able to refine it."

Lu Zhao said, "So, top-grade pills do indeed exist?"

"Yes."

Granny Yin said, "I've heard that refining top-grade pills requires the right timing, location, and people; I know nothing else."

"Since it's true, that makes things easier."

Lu Zhao said, "Since he can refine it, then go to the storeroom and give him the necessary medicinal materials."

"yes!"

Granny Yin bowed to Fang Xuan and said, "I offended you just now, young master Fang. Please forgive me."

"Mother-in-law, please don't do this."

Fang Xuan put down his pen and said, "If it were me, I wouldn't believe anyone who said they could refine top-grade pills either."

Grandma Yin's kind expression and Fang Xuan's humble attitude greatly increased her goodwill towards him.

What a good boy.

Not only is he highly talented, but he is also so polite.

Young people like this are becoming increasingly rare.

"By the way, Grandma, prepare the elixir according to the ingredients on this prescription."

Fang Xuan handed the written prescription to Granny Yin and said, "Before the Essence Pill is refined, this prescription can effectively improve Sister Lu Zhao's physique and restore her depleted qi and blood."

"On behalf of my young lady, I thank you, young master!"

Granny Yin bowed deeply to Fang Xuan.

Fang Xuan quickly helped Granny Yin up and said, "Granny, you're too kind. Lu Zhao and I are as close as siblings. This is just what I should do."

"good!"

Granny Yin beamed and said, "From now on, the young master's affairs are my affairs."

Lu Zhao inwardly spat.

Who's as close to you as siblings?

shameless!