But as a father, Lu Changsheng could not remain indifferent.
Or rather, he was still ultimately different from many people in this world.
“Father, I understand—to act according to one’s capability, right? Only Energy Refining Cultivators can enter the Purple Shadow Secret Realm.”
“I am now at the Ninth Level Energy Refinement, and I also have the Second Rank Puppet and Talisman you gave me. If I am still not as good as others, it will allow me to recognize reality sooner and save the possibility of being destroyed outside later.”
Lu Quanzhen showed a slight smile on his face as he said this.
“Sigh…”
Lu Changsheng let out a sigh.
Now that his son had spoken to this extent, he didn’t have much to advise.
After all, his son had great ambitions and was wholeheartedly devoted to the path; how could he, as a father, stand in his way?
He patted Lu Quanzhen on the shoulder and said, “When the secret realm is about to open, your father will take you there.”
The dangers of the Purple Shadow Secret Realm lay not only within but also outside.
Many individuals might make gains inside, but due to injuries, they encounter ambushes on the way back to the outside world.
Sending him there and back personally could at least ensure his son’s safety en route.
“Thank you, Father.”
Lu Quanzhen bowed with clasped hands.
“By the way, what’s this about an agreement with your uncle?” Lu Changsheng’s eyebrows raised slightly as he asked.
He was still unaware his son had made such an agreement with Qu Changge.
To reach Core Formation within a hundred years and also condense a Superior Gold Core was no small feat.
Even among the True Disciples of the Immortal Sects, only a few could accomplish this.
Lu Quanzhen, though having improved to a Fourth Grade Spiritual Root through Qu Changge’s opportunity, had some hope for Core Formation. But to condense a Superior Gold Core within a hundred years was incredibly difficult.
“At the time, I felt like my uncle’s actions were as if he was entrusting or arranging things for after his departure, so I asked him out of concern.”
“My uncle said that only if I could condense a Superior Gold Core within a hundred years would I qualify to know.”
“So that’s what I’ve set as my goal, to strive for Core Formation within a hundred years,” Lu Quanzhen said.
If someone else heard this talk, they would probably think it was a joke or that something was wrong with his mind.
A mere little Energy Refining Cultivator talking about Core Formation, and even a Superior Gold Core at that.
However, Lu Changsheng naturally would not question it.
Upon hearing this, he couldn’t help but be somewhat curious about this unknown uncle through marriage.
What level was he at, that only condensing a Superior Gold Core within a hundred years qualified someone to know, to get in touch?
“It seems that my cheap uncle is even more significant than I imagined.”
“Or perhaps, this agreement is just giving Quanzhen a random goal…”
Lu Changsheng thought secretly to himself, not minding it too much, and continued, “By the way, don’t let your mother know about this matter; otherwise, don’t blame me if you can’t go.”
If Qu Zhenzhen found out her son was going to such a dangerous secret realm and that he, as a father, had even agreed to it, she would likely wail and lament for three years.
“Your son understands.”
Lu Quanzhen immediately nodded.
This was something he only dared to discuss with Lu Changsheng, certainly not with his own mother.
“Qingzhu Mountain and Hundred Birds Lake will also have people going; if you wish, you can join them. It would also provide some care.”
Lu Changsheng spoke out.
Though he himself had no intentions regarding the Purple Shadow Secret Realm,
this secret realm’s opening was seen as an opportunity by most Loose Cultivators and family forces.
Many with dreams and ambitions who dared to fight would head there to take their chance.
Thus, both Qingzhu Mountain and Hundred Birds Lake would have family descendants going.
“I prefer to be on my own with this kind of thing; we’ll see.”
Lu Quanzhen said so.
In his opinion, going with the two families, Bai and Lu, would not be of any help to him; it might even hinder him.
“Alright, do you need to prepare anything? I’ll have the family ready for you.”
Lu Changsheng continued to show his concern.
After all, it was his son’s first time going on such a venture. As an older father, he was quite concerned.
“No need for that, I’ve already asked Lu Xianzhi for a few Low Grade Puppets, and I have everything prepared.”
Lu Quanzhen said.
Low Grade Puppets have limited combat power; their only use is to act as cannon fodder in old ruins and secret realms.
“Mm.”
Lu Changsheng nodded and then inquired about his son’s cultivation progress.
Although he hadn’t studied the other’s Cultivation Technique,
there is a notion of gaining insights through analogy.
Lu Changsheng, as the Mountain Lord, possessed innate talent and was proficient in countless top-level techniques; wouldn’t guiding a small Energy Refining Cultivator be a breeze?
…
After chatting with Lu Quanzhen, Lu Changsheng thought about the imminent opening of the Purple Shadow Secret Realm and how his family could take advantage to make a profit.
Talisman Elixirs were difficult to mass-produce, but they could stockpile a bit and raise the price of some inventory when the time came.
As for the Puppet Factory, they could work overtime these days to increase production.
“Lu Xianzhi, take these two Golden Armor Spirit Beans; there is half a year left before the Purple Shadow Secret Realm opens. The demand for puppets will rise considerably then.”
“So, in the meantime, you can tell the workshop to increase production of certain types of puppets,” Lu Changsheng instructed his son Lu Xianzhi, handing over two Golden Armor Spirit Beans.
He usually used these spirit beans for crafting Second Rank Puppets.
However, his Second Rank Puppets were unassembled, with parts crafted but left untouched due to his laziness, and thus progress was slow.
“Father, rest assured, I have already instructed the workshop to increase production.”
Lu Xianzhi said immediately.
As the person in charge of the Puppet Workshop, he was far more concerned about the market than Lu Changsheng.
Situations like the Purple Shadow Secret Realm, or the emergence of ruins and secret realms nearby, and family conflicts, all led to immediate production increases.
Especially since last year, Bi Lake Mountain had taken over White Tiger Mountain, reducing the cost of raw materials for spirit ore considerably.
“Father, yesterday Quanzhen got some from me… He’s not planning to go to the Purple Shadow Secret Realm, is he?”