"After you left, your master just so happened to return to the Middle Heaven Region to undergo a six-in-nine heavenly tribulation. I received your message and learned that you had returned from the abyss. I just happened to have some free time, so I decided to drop by and take a look."
Xia Daoyun spoke as if she was playing things down, but the amount of information she revealed was enormous.
She had undergone a six-in-nine heavenly tribulation, which meant that she was now a Sixth Tribulation cultivator.
This was the first time Lu Qingshan truly understood Xia Daoyun's cultivation realm.
As for what she said, he just happened to have some free time, so he decided to drop by and take a look …
Every time a cultivator broke through to a new realm, they would need some time to stabilize their cultivation. It could take a dozen years at most, or a few months at least.
This was even more so for the Tribulation Realm.
For other realms, if one failed to break through, they would at most have to regroup and try again next time.
However, there was no such thing as failure in the Tribulation Realm.
This was because in the face of heavenly tribulation, success was like a carp leaping over the dragon gate, greatly increasing one's cultivation. However, if one failed, only death awaited them.
That was why for Tribulation Realm cultivators, every breakthrough was a life and death challenge.
Even if they succeeded, they would still need some time to recuperate afterwards.
Meanwhile, it hadn't even been a month since he left for the abyss.
In other words, it hadn't even been a month since Xia Daoyun underwent her six-in-nine heavenly tribulation.
Right now, she should be busy stabilizing her realm and shouldn't be moving around, so how could she be idle?
Saying that it was just along the way was even more unreliable. Sand Province was located at the border of the Middle Heaven Region. No matter where one went, it was almost impossible to say that it was just along the way.
Lu Qingshan was well aware of these two points. He also knew that Xia Daoyun's temperament was always cold and indifferent. Even if she cared about him, she wouldn't say it out loud.
However, Lu Qingshan only curled his lips in tacit understanding and didn't expose this matter.
At this moment, Xia Daoyun turned around to look at Chuyi and Fifteenth, who were clearly intimidated by her aura and seemed a bit timid, not daring to look at her directly.
"When did this happen? Why haven't I heard you mention it?" She asked indifferently.
"They aren't my daughters," Lu Qingshan explained. "I brought them back from the abyss."
Even though Xia Daoyun's words were concise and comprehensive.
However, Lu Qingshan, who always felt that women's thoughts were hard to understand, unexpectedly, Xia Daoyun's thoughts.
It was as if their hearts were connected.
Therefore, in an instant, Lu Qingshan automatically filled in the gaps in her words.
When Xia Daoyun heard this, she raised her eyebrows. She finally remembered the main topic. "You told me in your spiritual message that you discovered humans in the abyss?"
Lu Qingshan nodded and said solemnly, "That is indeed the case. According to the Demons, the humans in the Abyss are from the Mental Demon Race and the Titan Race.
From this, we can infer that these humans are most likely from the Middle Heaven Realm and the Middle Spirit Realm. "
Xia Daoyun's elegant and refined face immediately became cold, the heroic spirit in her eyes becoming a bit stronger. She said coldly, "You deserve to die."
"This matter involves too many people. From my point of view, it even involves the Taoist Sect and the royal family of the Da Xia Kingdom. Therefore, I have only informed Master of this news." Lu Qingshan continued.
Xia Daoyun was the only person he could completely trust.
"Smart." Xia Daoyun nodded.
"After you left, I seriously investigated the Spirit Huan Sect. However, because I didn't have enough time, and because I couldn't investigate on a large scale, I didn't find much," she explained.
Lu Qingshan nodded slightly, expressing his understanding.
If it really was that easy to find clues, then the Spirit Huan Sect's traitor wouldn't have been able to remain undisturbed for so long.
"However, since you've returned from the abyss, I will inform the old sect master of the Spirit Huan Sect in a bit. I will have him investigate the Spirit Huan Sect thoroughly." Xia Daoyun's voice became cold.
She was filled with killing intent towards the human traitor.
"But the Middle Heaven Realm isn't so easy to deal with." Lu Qingshan said, troubled.
The implications were too great.
"What do you think?" Xia Daoyun asked.
"I am still willing to believe in the Heaven's Secrets Temple. After all, if there was a traitor in the Heaven's Secrets Temple, I wouldn't have been able to leave the abyss." Lu Qingshan thought for a moment, then slowly said.
The Water Moon Observatory Master had helped him a lot during his trip to the abyss. In addition, with the Heaven's Secrets Temple's abilities, it was extremely difficult for a traitor to appear.
At the very least, this was the case among the higher-ups.
After all, with the Heaven's Secrets Temple's ability to see through the mysteries of heaven, they should be able to maintain the integrity of their sect.
"So, you think it's the Da Xia Kingdom's imperial clan?" Xia Daoyun understood what Lu Qingshan was implying.
"Correct." Lu Qingshan nodded. He didn't hold back and directly said, "In the Middle Heaven Realm, apart from the Heaven's Secrets Temple, the only ones who have the ability to deceive the heavens are the Da Xia Kingdom's imperial clan.
"In addition, there are many factions within the Da Xia Kingdom's imperial clan. There are all kinds of conflicts over benefits, and they aren't completely united to begin with. There is a chance that a traitor might appear."
The more factions there were, the more complicated the situation would become. There were all kinds of people.
Xia Daoyun remained silent for a long time. In the end, she slowly said, "What you say is correct. However, my identity is special. There are many eyes within the Da Xia Kingdom that are watching me.
If I personally investigate this matter, it will be difficult to avoid alerting the enemy. That is why I will report this matter to the old sect master and let him make the decision. I will focus all of my attention on the Spirit Huan Sect for now. "
In terms of status, Xia Daoyun should be one of the most respected existences within the Da Xia Kingdom.
After all, the blood flowing through her veins was the blood of a Dao Ancestor.
Lu Qingshan said seriously, "I will also participate in the investigation in the Middle Heaven Realm. However, I will use my own methods."
As he spoke, he rubbed Chuyi and Shiwu's small heads. "The breakthrough will be their former sect, the Green Wind Sect.
"I had the Zhishou Building investigate in detail. There has never been a recorded case of a large scale disappearance within the Middle Heaven Realm.
Even though I don't know what kind of methods the person behind the scenes is using to conceal this matter, I have to say that their meticulousness is astonishing.
"Fortunately, I was able to save them from the hands of a demonic cultivator in the abyss. As a result, I was able to obtain an extremely important clue." Lu Qingshan's gaze became slightly cold.
"When you do things, I am at ease," Xia Daoyun said warmly.
To be able to return from the abyss, there was no need to doubt Lu Qingshan's abilities anymore.
However, when she thought of this, Xia Daoyun's eyes couldn't help but reveal a strange light. She calmly looked at Lu Qingshan.
"You sent me a message saying that you have already completed all of your objectives in the abyss," Xia Daoyun said slowly. "Tell me the details."
She was well aware of how dangerous Lu Qingshan's trip had been, so she was extremely interested in Lu Qingshan's experiences in the Demon Realm.
Lu Qingshan didn't have any intention of hiding anything from Xia Daoyun. He told her everything that had happened, no matter how big or small.
Xia Daoyun seemed to be lost in thought as she listened. Faint ripples appeared in her phoenix eyes.
"It's only been a month." She pursed her lips and gave Lu Qingshan a sidelong glance.
"I wouldn't dare. Your disciple is going to get married soon." Lu Qingshan immediately understood Xia Daoyun's intentions.
Xia Daoyun restrained her expression, no longer joking around with Lu Qingshan.
She asked, "Your sword spirit, can I see her?"
Lu Qingshan was just about to ask for Qin Yitian's opinion.
However, right at this moment, a streak of sword light flashed past.
The blazing red Dragonsparrow had already left his body. It stood in the air, buzzing as it moved.
Hazy mist and dense red light filled the air.
Qin Yitian's figure appeared. She was slender and elegant, with vermilion lips and a jade-like face. Her temperament was gentle.
She bowed towards Xia Daoyun and said gently, "Yitian pays her respects to master."
Xia Daoyun's eyes flickered slightly. She examined Qin Yitian's graceful figure from head to toe. It was unknown what she was thinking.
A moment later, within the quiet room, the two women who could definitely be described as elegant and refined looked at each other.
In that instant, their elegance seemed to brighten up the gloomy room quite a bit.
"Yitian … a good name." Xia Daoyun smiled and said clearly, "You're welcome."
This seemed like an extremely harmonious scene.
However, for some reason, Lu Qingshan felt his heart tense up for no reason.
This was a type of nervousness that he wouldn't feel even when facing a powerful enemy.
What am I nervous about?
Lu Qingshan was bewildered.
"What a charming sword spirit." Xia Daoyun shifted her gaze and praised Lu Qingshan. "Her appearance is just as handsome as her name. She really is a good match for you."
Xia Daoyun had never denied her admiration for Lu Qingshan's appearance.
As she spoke, she took a step forward and grabbed Qin Yitian's soft, snake-like hand. She clicked her tongue in amazement. "I've never seen a sword spirit that is so similar to us. She has flesh and blood."
Hm?
Lu Qingshan noticed the main point. For now, he didn't care about why he was nervous. He asked, "Master, are you saying that Yitian's situation is unique?"
Xia Daoyun let go of Qin Yitian's hand and nodded. "Of course. A sword spirit is still a spirit. Even if she has a human form, how can she be the same as a human?
"Even the spirit of a Dao Artifact can't do this …" She paused, and then added, "Except for your Yitian."
Lu Qingshan's heart skipped a beat. His eyes flickered.
He'd already guessed this a long time ago.
Gu Yiyi had a human form as well, but she was still different from a human.
As for Demon Suppression, even though it was a Dao Artifact and had a spirit, it couldn't even take a human form.
Only Qin Yitian was an exception. She had flesh and blood, and could even possess spiritual power to cultivate sword skills.
Apart from her identity as a sword spirit, there was no difference between her and a human.
It was to the point where Lu Qingshan would often forget that Qin Yitian was a sword spirit.
Of course, the most unique thing was …
Only the Dragon Sparrow had described Qin Yitian as a Sword Spirit, and given a description of Heaven's Reach.
From this, one could see just how extraordinary Qin Yitian was.
However, before this, this was mostly Lu Qingshan's own guess.
And now, his guess was confirmed.
Qin Yitian also noticed Lu Qingshan's strange expression. She immediately understood what he was thinking — the sword spirit knew her master's thoughts like the back of her hand.
However, she didn't explain anything. She only winked playfully at Lu Qingshan.
… …
"You really stole the Soldier Demon Clan's divine weapon?" Xia Daoyun asked with great interest.
Lu Qingshan coughed softly. "Taking the sword can't be considered stealing … taking the sword! How can a sword cultivator's business be considered stealing? "
As he mumbled, Lu Qingshan grasped at the air and took out Demon Suppression.
The pitch-black sword flickered with an obsidian luster.
Among them, a deep purple sword light flashed across the blade, revealing an incomparably sharp intent.
One could faintly sense the power hidden within Demon Suppression, as well as the surging Devil Qi.
The surrounding light was slightly distorted by the might of Demon Suppression.
"What is it called?" Xia Daoyun's gaze was fixed.
"It was originally called the Demon Sword, but after I refined it into my Natal Sword, I changed its name to Demon Suppression."
"Demon Suppression …" Xia Daoyun muttered this name to herself, and then praised, "Good name."
"You said that you made a breakthrough in your strength during your trip to the abyss." She suddenly thought of something, and changed the topic.
"So?" Lu Qingshan replied sensibly.
Xia Daoyun revealed a satisfied smile. "Come, let me see how much you've improved," she said warmly.
"Right here?" Lu Qingshan looked around, a bit hesitant.
Xia Daoyun nodded. "Right here."
Since his master had already said so, Lu Qingshan naturally didn't have any objections.
"You two, step aside." He turned around and said to Chuyi and Shiwu.
The two girls obediently moved to the corner of the room.
After the two of them moved out of the way.
"I hope Master won't be stingy with your guidance," Lu Qingshan said.
In the next moment, Demon Suppression erupted, leaving behind afterimages and the sound of the wind.
Seven Slayers of Wind.
This was a battle technique he'd created in the abyss.
The speed of this sword was extremely fast.
Xia Daoyun only faced it calmly, standing in place without moving.
Lu Qingshan didn't believe that he could injure Xia Daoyun, a Sixth Tribulation cultivator, so he had no intention of holding back.
His longsword erupted, stabbing towards Xia Daoyun's forehead.
The sword pierced through her heart, but he didn't feel any flesh or blood.
When he looked again, Xia Daoyun's figure had already disappeared.
What he'd stabbed was only an afterimage.
Xia Daoyun's cold voice suddenly sounded from behind Lu Qingshan. "Your sword is fast, but it's still not fast enough."
At an unknown time.
Xia Daoyun had already appeared behind Lu Qingshan, out of his line of sight.
Lu Qingshan didn't panic either.
He struck out with a backhand strike.
— Spring Breeze Returns.
He softly chanted.
This was a sword technique Lu Qingshan had comprehended from the Six Words of the Misty Mountains.
In the next moment, a sword image appeared in front of Xia Daoyun in an extremely illogical manner. It condensed.
This strike seemed to have crossed through space, catching her off guard.
Demonic energy roiled around it, forming a leaden cloud that wouldn't disperse.
Lu Qingshan had used all of Demon Suppression's divine force.
His vast spiritual energy, which could make even Deity Transformation cultivators feel ashamed of their inferiority, had been emptied out by eighty percent with this strike.
In addition, such an enormous amount of spiritual energy had been sucked out in an instant, causing his meridians to ache faintly, as well as a scorching sensation.
This was an incomparably terrifying strike. Not only was the strike extremely exquisite, it was guaranteed to hit.
In addition, after using Demon Suppression's divine force, its power far exceeded that of a Void Refinement cultivator. Even among Deity Transformation cultivators, there were few who could reach this level.
However, Xia Daoyun didn't panic in the slightest.
She reached out her slender, jade-like fingers and gently closed them together.
In the next moment, the ferocious Demon Suppression's incomparably sharp tip was caught between her fingers just like that, unable to move in the slightest.
The endlessly churning dense demonic aura on the sword came to an abrupt stop, swiftly dispersing like the spring rain.
Weng! Weng! Weng!
"This little sister is so fierce! I can't beg you to stop, I can't beg you to stop!" The Demon Suppression's impatient, frantic voice rang out in Lu Qingshan's mind.
"Your sword technique, regardless of whether it's power or technique, has improved tremendously."
At this moment, after Xia Daoyun casually blocked Lu Qingshan's terrifying attack, she wasn't stingy with her praise. "You've already far surpassed the level of a Void Refinement sword cultivator.
"Also, the Demon Suppression's power is truly worthy of its reputation as a divine weapon. It's even more powerful than my natal sword." She sighed deeply.
"So what if the sword is powerful? It still can't compare to one … two of your fingers," Lu Qingshan muttered to himself as he looked at Xia Daoyun's slender, jade-like fingers clamping down on the Demon Suppression Sword.
"If there comes a day when you can use its divine strength as you please, there will be few who can match you with this sword alone," Xia Daoyun continued.
"The Demon Suppression's demonic nature is so strong, and its demonic energy is so vast. I'm using this sword as my natal sword. Does master not have anything to say?" Lu Qingshan asked.
"If others find out that my Natal Sword is a Devil Sword, will it have a negative impact on Master and the Sword Sect?" He had always been considerate.
Actually, Lu Qingshan had always had a feeling about Xia Daoyun's teachings — she seemed to indulge him without a bottom line. Apart from protecting him, she didn't care about anything else, and didn't restrict him at all …
If it wasn't for his self-control, if it were anyone else, they might have been labeled as a snob who relied on Xia Daoyun's reputation to intimidate others.
"What defines you isn't the weapon itself, but the way you use it." Xia Daoyun raised her eyebrows. She released the two fingers clamping down on the Demon Suppression Sword, and said indifferently, "Besides, who dares to object to what weapon my disciple uses? Who has the right to object? "
Your master is still your master.
She hasn't changed at all.
Lu Qingshan didn't say anything else.
"Since you've already found your natal sword spirit, why haven't you broken through to the Deity Transformation realm?" Xia Daoyun asked.
When he heard Xia Daoyun's question, Lu Qingshan couldn't help but reveal a bitter smile.
"The Ten Flowers Divine Gate is too powerful. That's why I have to wait a bit longer."
In terms of cultivation, he could already face off against Deity Transformation cultivators who possessed origin power.
In terms of the Nascent Spirit Realm, he could be said to have surpassed the vast majority of Deity Transformation cultivators.
In terms of sword techniques, he was even more heaven-defying …
In terms of battle prowess, even among Deity Transformation cultivators, his battle prowess was definitely at the forefront.
And he was still only a Void Refinement cultivator.
Wouldn't it be easy for a Void Refinement cultivator who could match or even surpass Deity Transformation cultivators in every aspect to enter the Deity Transformation realm?
The origin power divine gate was difficult for others to break through.
But with his battle prowess, breaking through it should be as easy as eating and drinking.
That was why before this, Lu Qingshan had never doubted that he could easily break through to the Deity Transformation realm.
But what he didn't expect was that everything in the world was different.
The Ten Flowers Realm gave him invincible battle prowess, but it also brought him endless shackles.
As soon as he returned to the Human Realm, he tried to manifest the Ten Flowers Divine Gate and break through.
But the moment he activated the Ten Flowers Divine Gate …
A wave of pressure that was as majestic as the ocean appeared in his senses.
Lu Qingshan immediately realized something — he couldn't break through the Ten Flowers Divine Gate right now.
As a result, he had no choice but to stop his plan of manifesting the Ten Flowers Divine Gate.
To be honest, with his current strength, he had already cultivated to the peak of the Void Refinement realm. If he wanted to break through in this realm, it would be too difficult.
Even so, Lu Qingshan was still determined.
"Ten Flowers Divine Gate? No matter how sturdy this divine gate is, it won't be able to stop my sword. "
Battle prowess was usually measured by cultivation base, Artifact, Art, Primordial Spirit, and physical body.
The Ten Flowers Realm was already the peak of the realm, and it was difficult to break through.
As for Artifact, his Natal Sword was a Dao Artifact, and it was the most powerful.
Primordial Spirit wasn't of much help in breaking through the divine gate.
As for the physical body, sword cultivators never cultivated the physical body. They had their own specializations.
Therefore, the only thing that could help him improve was his sword techniques.
Lu Qingshan already had a plan.
The Six Words of the Misty Mountains was the best sword technique inheritance.
Comprehending and studying the Six Words of the Misty Mountains would increase his battle prowess again.
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