NOVPUB"Who would have thought that in such a remote place, there would actually be a stronghold of the Divine Talisman Sect, it seems that after I fell into a deep sleep, many major events must have transpired in the Cultivation World."
Exiting the valley, "Yan" sensed the surroundings and remarked with some sighs.
"Was the Divine Talisman Sect very impressive back in ancient times?" Lu Qing asked.
"Indeed, it was impressive. Although the Divine Talisman Sect had few disciples, each one was truly an exceptional talent.
Even the core true teachings of other top Sects would often be overshadowed by them.
This Sect was exceptionally mystical, pursuing a cultivation philosophy that took all things under the heavens and on earth as teachers.
They were particularly skilled in the arts of talismans and arrays. The same talismanic magic and arrays, when cast by their hands, would often be much more powerful.
As such, back then, the Divine Talisman Sect was considered one of the most powerful forces in the Cultivation World, with few Sects willing to provoke them."
Upon hearing "Yan" mention that the Divine Talisman Sect’s disciples could unleash talismanic magic and arrays with greater power than other cultivators,
Lu Qing immediately thought of the Divine Soul Talisman within his glabella acupoint.
He knew that the reason lay therein.
The Divine Soul Talisman was incredibly mystical, greatly reinforcing the power of talismanic magic and arrays.
Naturally, the force unleashed would also be much more formidable.
However, he did not bring this up and instead changed the subject.
"Senior ’Yan,’ after we return, I’m afraid I will need to trouble you, as I plan to refine some artifacts soon to deploy in arrays..."
When Lu Qing returned to Jiuli Village and arrived at the Half Mountain Small Courtyard,
an unexpected joy was waiting for him.
He saw a black figure suddenly emerge from within the courtyard, leaping into his embrace and rubbing its head continuously against his chest.
"Little Li, you’re awake?"
Lu Qing hugged Little Li, thrilled beyond expectation.
"Mhm, I woke up this morning, Little Li had such a comfortable sleep."
Little Li’s delicate voice resounded in Lu Qing’s mind.
"You might have enjoyed your sleep, but Little Yan was quite worried about you," Lu Qing teased with a laugh.
"Eh, a Black Night Spirit Fox?"
At that moment, "Yan’s" surprised voice echoed in Lu Qing’s mind.
Lu Qing’s heart stirred, but he did not directly inquire.
Instead, he held Little Li and walked further into the courtyard.
As expected, he saw Little Yan doing her studies, and the elder doctor was sitting at a stone table beside Wei Shanhai, playing chess.
As Little Yan grew older, her studies had become heavier, with much homework to do.
"Brother, you’re back!" Little Yan saw Lu Qing and her face lit up with happiness, "When Little Li suddenly ran out, I knew it was you returning."
"Yeah, I just got back."
Lu Qing nodded and then greeted his master and the others, "Master, I have returned, Senior Wei is well, I hope."
"What about it, during this trip into the mountains, did you find anything?"
The elder doctor stopped playing chess and asked.
He knew that Lu Qing went into the mountains to inspect the condition there.
"The changes in the mountains are not small." Lu Qing’s expression turned serious.
"Master, the living creatures in the mountains have all undergone varying degrees of transformation.
Especially the poisonous insects and snakes, whose toxicity has greatly increased. Even an ordinary Martial Artist who suffers a bite would likely not endure it."
"Is it that serious?" The elder doctor’s face also became solemn, "If that’s the case, it’s not good news for the mountain villagers nearby."
Many of the villages within ten miles around, like Jiuli Village, make their living by farming.
However, many also rely on entering the mountains to gather herbs and hunt.
If the situation in the mountains is as severe as Lu Qing said, it could be considered a disaster for those villagers.
"The situation in the mountains aside, it’s rarely visited by people, so as long as one does not venture too deep, there shouldn’t be much trouble.
What I fear is, after some time passes, those poisonous insects and snakes, if their spiritual nature strengthens and they begin to migrate outward, that would truly be adverse."
The elder doctor’s heart shook, realizing the possibility in what Lu Qing was saying.
If it were just the increased toxicity of these creatures, it would not be too frightening.
Because by the instincts of these venomous beings, they would not easily leave their territory.
But what was really dreadful was the possibility that with the nourishment of Spiritual Energy, if these creatures gained spiritual wisdom, everything could become unpredictable.
"So, Ah Qing, what do you intend to do?"
Elder doctor inquired.
He knew that for matters involving spiritual energy, Lu Qing was more knowledgeable.
"I plan to set up an array around the village for vigilance and defense, to prevent potential dangers before they arise.
Lest poisonous insects and snakes suddenly emerge from the mountains, and we remain oblivious."
Lu Qing laid out his plan.
"Set up an array? Are you certain you can do it?"
The elder doctor was slightly surprised.
By now, he was no longer a novice in the realm of cultivation. After reading the jade scrolls given to him by Lu Qing, he had gained a lot of understanding about the common knowledge of the Immortal Cultivation.
He knew that setting up an array that could envelop the entire Jiuli Village was not a simple matter.
"I can’t say I’m absolutely certain, but I might as well give it a try," Lu Qing said without full confidence.
"However, for this matter, I’m afraid I will need the help of Senior Wei."
"Oh, what does Young Master Lu need this old man’s help with?"
Wei Shanhai had been very interested when he heard Lu Qing mention setting up an array.
Now knowing that his help was needed, he immediately asked.
"Junior needs a batch of refined iron and jade, as well as..."
Lu Qing listed all the materials he needed.
And he took a piece of paper from the homework Little Yan was doing, writing a list on it.
"If possible, Junior hopes Senior can gather the materials as soon as possible."
Lu Qing handed the list to Wei Shanhai.
"Young Master Lu, rest assured, I will have all the items for you within three days!"
Wei Shanhai immediately promised.
The things required by Lu Qing weren’t considered extremely precious.
It was just that the quantity needed was larger, which might require a considerable amount of money.
But for Wei Shanhai, what was money worth?
Especially now, during times of great change, with the natural world transforming and spiritual energy recovery, no one knew what the future would hold.
Their Wei Family, although now fortified by two Innate Realm beings,
Wei Shanhai knew that it was far from sufficient.
To stand firm in this era of dramatic changes, one must learn to seek powerful support.
And to Wei Shanhai, Lu Qing was the most formidable support he knew of.
In the last few days at the residence, he had learned in detail about their recent venture to Central State, particularly the events in Holy City, from Wei Zian’s mouth.
Only then did he realize that what they had experienced on their journey was so epic in scope.
Especially Lu Qing, who, in Holy City, had astonishingly crossed the Heavenly Tribulation with his physical body to break through to the Innate Realm.
Moreover, he alone, with a single blade, had slain many masters of the Suspended Mountain, not just a few.
He even defeated the Third Saint of Holy Mountain.
The entire Holy City dared not make a sound.
Even thinking about it now, Wei Shanhai still felt his heart and spirit tremble.
Such a powerful Lu Qing, he naturally wanted to try all means to get on good terms and maintain the relationship.
Once Wei Shanhai left, ordering his clan to help Lu Qing gather materials,
Lu Qing then turned his gaze to Little Li.
The little one seemed to have no significant change upon waking up from its sleep, but he keenly felt that its life aura had undergone a fundamental transformation.
However, just as Lu Qing was about to activate his Superpower to check up on Little Li’s current state,
the voice of "Yan" once again echoed in his mind: "Unexpectedly, Young Master, your luck is so good to have tamed a spiritual beast like the Black Night Spirit Fox."
"Senior ’Yan’, do you know the origins of Little Li?"
Lu Qing replied with his divine soul power.
"Is Little Li the name of this Black Night Spirit Fox? Well chosen, since Black Night Spirit Foxes are more inclined towards fire attributes, the character Li suits well."
"Yan" first praised, then continued: "As for its origins, if my guess is correct, it should be a descendant of one of the Twelve Demon Kings under the Supreme Demon Emperor from the Ancient Immortal Cultivation Era, the offspring of the King of the Night."
"King of the Night?"
Lu Qing felt a slight shock in his heart.
