I'm seventy years old this year, and you want me to have many children and much happiness?

Chu Xiao and Lin Qiao went to meet up with Yan Shiba and the others.

Last night, when Chu Xiao and his group were being chased by the Black Soul Cavalry.

Yan Shiba and the experts from Fengwu Hall, along with the people from Tieshan Martial Arts School, were hunting down that strange beast.

When Tie Hengshan saw that Lin Qiao and Chu Xiao had returned unharmed, a clear look of shock flashed in his eyes.

But Tie Hengshan quickly concealed it.

This look of shock was naturally noticed by Chu Xiao.

"Sir, are you alright?"

Yan Shiba came to Chu Xiao's side and couldn't help but feel strange when he saw Chu Xiao's disheveled appearance. After all, Chu Xiao was not seen when they captured the strange beast last night. Why was he in such a disheveled state? It was strange that Chu Xiao was not there last night.

"Someone attacked me last night."

"Everyone else died; only Miss Lin and I survived."

Chu Xiao did not offer any explanation.

Instead, they took the initiative to inquire about the situation of the strange beast.

"The strange beast has been killed by the people from the Iron Mountain Martial Arts School."

Yan Shiba said.

Tie Hengshan, standing to the side, also stepped forward smugly.

"Reporting to my lord, the head of your beast is here."

One of his disciples from the Tieshan Martial Arts School suddenly appeared carrying a large sack, the blood at the bottom of which had already dried.

"Very good, I will definitely report this achievement, and once it is approved, the reward will be paid out."

Chu Xiao said calmly.

Report the credit?

A look of surprise flashed across Tie Hengshan's eyes. Why did it need to be reported?

Wasn't this task issued by the Fengwu Hall of Wuling County? Logically speaking, all Chu Xiao needed to do was nod, and that would be enough to get it done. However, Tie Hengshan was unaware of the details, and now that he had already earned some credit, he dared not be presumptuous.

If it's perceived as arrogance and complacency, then all our efforts will be in vain.

Afterwards, Chu Xiao deliberately led his men toward the place where they had been ambushed, only to find that all the black-armored soldiers' corpses had been taken away, leaving no trace of the bodies at the scene.

Chu Xiao had anticipated this, so he didn't have high hopes.

Lu Xuan secretly followed Chu Xiao and the others, observing them for a while.

No other traces were found.

Only then did he withdraw and leave.

I was thinking of seeing if Yang Qinghou would personally take action.

If someone really can't resist taking action personally, then Lu Xuan can do so at this very moment and eliminate them.

After all, Yang Qinghou is the real threat.

It is precisely because of Chu Xiao, this big trouble, that Yang Qinghou's attention is not focused too much on Lu Xuan.

When he finally realizes what's happening, it will inevitably have an impact on Lu Xuan.

Of course, Lu Xuan now had a certain ability to protect himself.

We returned to Wuling County.

Lu Xuan bought some breakfast on the street and returned home.

He was making plans in his mind.

I need to find an opportunity to get myself a sword manual.

The spirit sword in Huang Tianba's hand was extremely powerful, even stronger than any weapon Lu Xuan had ever seen.

The next step would also be to deduce that Earth-rank cultivation method.

"With my second-grade strength, plus the Earth-rank cultivation technique."

"Dealing with the third son of the Mu family shouldn't be a problem."

Lu Xuan thought to himself.

When Lu Xuan returned home, Shen Yue and the others were already up.

With the aid of the Bone Refining Powder, the physical condition of all three was improved. In addition, the Yin-Yang Synergy effect rewarded by the Incense Tree also allowed the three of them to improve their cultivation level significantly when communicating with Lu Xuan.

Liu Qingxue should be breaking through in some time.

"Everyone's up? You're all quite diligent. Let's have breakfast first."

Seeing Lu Xuan return unharmed.

Shen Yue was finally relieved.

"Master, you're finally back... We were all so worried about you."

"There's no need to worry about me, Huang Tianba is already dead."

"In just a few more days, we can wipe out the Huang family."

"At that time, you will have more freedom of movement."

Lu Xuan said.

Shen Yue and Liu Qingxue cannot easily reveal themselves at the moment.

The two women were startled upon hearing Lu Xuan's words.

"Huang Tianba is dead?"

"This is truly gratifying!"

"These bandits should have died long ago..."

Shen Yu was also very excited when she heard the news.

Lu Xuan nodded slightly in affirmation, and Shen Yue poured him a cup of tea.

The news of Huang Tianba's murder will soon spread throughout Wuling County, so there's no need to hide it too much.

After all, Mingyue Manor was burned down, so many people were killed, and it was all about Huang Tianba. Even if the other party wanted to hide it, they couldn't.

This is bound to cause a storm.

If it weren't for the presence of members of the Mu family still in charge of the Huang family, many of the Huang family's businesses would probably have been quickly swallowed up.

Of course, the Huang family itself did not make money through legitimate business.

The turmoil in Wuling County is clearly not over yet.

Chu Xiao has encountered a life-or-death crisis this time, but he has not been killed. Instead, he has survived. What follows will become more interesting and the conflicts will become more intense.

Even Chu Xiao's family might take action because of this.

Of course, these things have nothing to do with Lu Xuan for the time being.

Bone Refining Powder can barely be considered a second-grade medicinal powder.

However, Lu Xuan had the notes of Master Yunhe, plus his own comprehension.

This means that more potent medicinal powders can be prepared.

Only in this way can Lu Xuan have more absolute control over his Xuan Tian Martial Bone.

In truly dangerous moments, one still needs to unleash the Profound Heaven Martial Bone.

So Lu Xuan wrote another prescription and asked Shen Yu to buy it.

There are still some silver coins left.

However, I need to find an opportunity to exchange the gold I have.

If an ordinary person were to carry gold bars, it would inevitably attract attention.

Lu Xuan named the new prescription Tiger Essence Powder.

One of the ingredients in this Tiger Essence Powder is already a top-tier material among the three grades.

The price is unlikely to be cheap.

Lu Xuan also asked Shen Yu to buy one first, since Lu Xuan could only know the effect of Tiger Essence Powder by experiencing it himself.

Inside the training room.

Lu Xuan took out the stone tablet he had obtained from Huang Tianba's treasure vault.

"Crossing Heaven True Technique... Earth Rank, Low Grade..."

"Unfortunately, only the first volume is available."

"If we can find the middle and lower volumes, this Heaven-Crossing True Technique might reach the Heavenly Rank level."

Lu Xuan thought to himself.

However, even though there is only the first volume, it can still be used for cultivation without any impact.

However, one can only cultivate to the fourth rank at most.

The subsequent techniques for the fourth grade are no longer recorded; one must obtain the subsequent content to learn them.

Even though Lu Xuan himself possessed extraordinary comprehension, it was not easy for him to deduce the subsequent content based on only the first volume.

Lu Xuan spent the entire night studying the Heaven-Crossing True Technique.

"You can start cultivating now!"

Subsequently, Lu Xuan modified the circulation route of his true energy.

Begin anew to comprehend the True Secret of Crossing Heaven.

While cultivating the Heavenly Crossing True Technique, Lu Xuan clearly felt that his own strength was like a giant beast that devoured the heavens and the earth, forcibly drawing in the spiritual energy between heaven and earth!

"How domineering!"

The absorption of this spiritual energy was two to three times faster than Lu Xuan's previous Purple Qi Technique.

"Breaking through to the middle stage of the second rank is just around the corner!"

Lu Xuan felt a slight surge of joy.

The ingredients for Tiger Essence Powder were not all gathered.

Although Wuling County is not small, some high-end medicinal materials still require waiting and scrambling.

It's not something that can be obtained easily.

In this respect, large cities like Jinyuan City or even county towns are more convenient.

Furthermore, cities like Jinyuan City are relatively safer.

Some regulations and similar rules can also be improved.

Even in Wuling County, there are occasional attacks similar to those by strange beasts. If not handled properly, many people can die.

"Once my cultivation level breaks through to the third rank, I can move to Jinyuan City."

Lu Xuan thought to himself.

If he doesn't continue to move up, how will he obtain more resources? Putting aside everything else, the Incense Tree also hopes that Lu Xuan can choose more high-quality partners.

Just as Lu Xuan was experiencing the wonders of the Heaven-Crossing True Technique.

But then they heard a knocking sound at the door outside the courtyard.

Shen Yue and the others, who were practicing their martial arts, were surprised to hear the knocking and exchanged glances.

Logically, since they lived here without telling anyone and didn't have much contact with others, no one should have come looking for them.

"Who's outside?"

At Shen Yue's prompting, Shen Yu also came to the door and asked.

"Chu Xiao of Fengwu Hall requests an audience with Master Lu."

A cool, slightly aloof voice came from outside the door.

Lord Fengwu Hall!?

Shen Yue knew very well what kind of status the adults of Fengwu Hall held; even the eldest wife of the Huang family did not dare to be arrogant in front of her.

"Open the door."

Just then, Lu Xuan also appeared.

Shen Yue quickly stepped forward and opened the door, where she saw Chu Xiao standing at the door, dressed in a clean and neat long robe. He looked very heroic, but his lower body was wearing a skirt with a slit for easy movement.

"Miss Shen, I apologize for disturbing you."

Chu Xiao bowed to Shen Yue.

Shen Yue quickly bowed in greeting. This was an official from the Fengwu Hall, and she could not possibly accept Chu Xiao's courtesy.

"Lord Chu."

Then Chu Xiao stepped out with her long, slender legs.

When Chu Xiao saw Shen Yu and Liu Qingxue, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. He hadn't expected that Master Lu was so healthy and had three beautiful wives at home.

He's really blessed with good fortune.

"Mr. Lu, I apologize for the late hour. I apologize for disturbing you."

Chu Xiao bowed to Lu Xuan, who was standing at the door.

"Lord Chu, please come in."

Lu Xuan chuckled, not surprised that Chu Xiao was able to find him.

With their extraordinary abilities, finding you would be incredibly easy for them. It would simply be a matter of whether they are paying attention to you. Take Yang Qinghou, for example; if he wanted to find you, it would only take a single word.

No matter how well they hide, it's useless unless they leave the territory of Wuling County, then they will no longer be under Yang Qinghou's control.

Lu Xuan led Chu Xiao into the house.

Liu Qingxue poured hot tea for the two of them and then withdrew.

Chu Xiao glanced at Liu Qingxue with great curiosity, since the spiritual energy around Liu Qingxue was already overflowing to a certain extent, which meant that she was about to enter the next level.

Lu Xuan's circle of people is truly a place where hidden talents abound.

Seeing that everyone else had left, Chu Xiao got straight to the point.

After all, there was nothing to hide between her and Lu Xuan.

If it weren't for Lu Xuan, she would have died twice already.

"The bodies of yesterday's Black Soul Cavalry have all been disposed of, but I have already sent people to investigate in secret. The remaining black-clad warriors won't be able to hide for long."

"I still have to thank Mr. Lu for his help."

Chu Xiao's way of addressing Lu Xuan has also changed.

Calling him Master Lu is a sign of respect for Lu Xuan's status in the martial arts world, and it also proves Lu Xuan's identity and position.

You're too kind.

Lu Xuan waved his hand.

Then his gaze fell on Chu Xiao.

Chu Xiao's visit so late must not just be to express her gratitude.

"Last night, Mingyue Manor caught fire, and Huang Tianba of the Huang family was burned to death inside the manor. Now, the Huang family's power in the city has been taken over by the Mu family of Jinyuan City."

"As far as I know, the Mu family is quite powerful in Jinyuan City. Master Lu, you should be extra careful."

Chu Xiao didn't say directly that Lu Xuan killed Huang Tianba, but this reminder was tantamount to a tacit confirmation.

"I will be careful."

Lu Xuan nodded and said.

Chu Xiao stared at Lu Xuan with her bright eyes for a moment before speaking.

"Would Master Lu be interested in participating in the exploration of the blessed land of Jinyuan City?"

Exploring a blessed land?

Lu Xuan's eyes lit up when he heard Chu Xiao's words.

When he was young, he had heard about this so-called blessed land exploration.

The blessed land is a very primitive jungle that is closed off every year. At the same time, powerful mists and miasma will appear in the blessed land on their own.

Even a third-rank martial artist would find it difficult to resist these miasmas.

So no one dared to go in.

Only when the miasma dissipates will there be a window of opportunity each year for entry.

At this time, government officials would usually lead the way, while other forces were also allowed to enter. However, once inside the blessed land, one was responsible for their own life and death.

It's hard to say what you might encounter in this blessed land. You could encounter powerful beasts, poisonous insects, dangerous gales, thunder, or fire—anything is possible.

Of course, the advantage is that there will be many treasures in this blessed land.

There are some precious spiritual herbs, special minerals, and a type of Heavenly Mother Spirit Stone of extremely high grade and quality. This type of Heavenly Mother Spirit Stone can only be born under special conditions.

The Heavenly Mother Spirit Stone has many uses beyond cultivation, alchemy, and weapon crafting; it is a very precious resource.

A single Heavenly Mother Spirit Stone can fetch at least tens of thousands of taels of silver outside.

This is a fantastic opportunity for ordinary people to become rich overnight.

Many casual travelers will go there.

Similarly, small groups of martial artists will also go there.

Lu Xuan had heard before that someone had found a longevity herb in a blessed land, which was bought by a wealthy merchant for 200,000 taels of silver. Most importantly, the longevity herb was actually effective!

"Exploring blessed lands is quite interesting, but if we're doing it with the Fengwu Hall..."

Lu Xuan frowned and voiced his concerns.

"Don't worry, Elder Lu, they are acting in conjunction with our Chu family."

"Only a strong team can delve deeper into this blessed land and reap greater rewards!"

"Furthermore, to tell Elder Lu the truth, there is quite a dispute between my Chu family and the Mu family. If we were to meet in that blessed land, we would inevitably clash."

Chu Xiao looked at Lu Xuan, and the meaning on her face was self-evident.

If we join forces with the Chu family, it will be like having an extra ally.

Lu Xuan didn't really care whether he got help or not. What he did think about was whether Huang Tianba had found his Heaven-Crossing True Technique in that blessed land.

"Since that's the case, then count me in too."

Lu Xuan said.