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Chapter 176: Fame Spreads Without Leaving Home
In his mind’s eye, Lu Qing stood within a blazing furnace. His spirit soul was being relentlessly forged, as if each breath brought him closer to soul dissolution and death. Yet he knew this torment was illusory. So he remained unmoved, silently reciting the Combat Technique’s incantation in his heart, enduring the fire without flinching.
How long it lasted, he couldn’t say. But eventually, the flames dimmed, the furnace vanished, and that thread of Spirit Soul Power returned to its hidden abode.
Lu Qing immediately sensed the difference.
His Spirit Soul Power had grown noticeably stronger—clearly enhanced.
A flicker of joy flashed across his eyes.
“This Henglu Guan Xiang Fa truly lives up to its reputation as a Combat Technique from the Cultivation Era. Just one session of cultivation, and my Spirit Soul Power has improved so markedly. With such a profound technique at my disposal, attaining the complete mastery of the Yi realm before reaching Xian Tian is no longer a mere fantasy. Even the refinement of Shen Hun Fu Lu… well, I can now dare to dream of it.”
He thought of the wondrous descriptions within the Divine Seal Sect Heritage regarding the refinement of Shen Hun Fu Lu, and his heart stirred with excitement.
Since arriving in this world and awakening his Abilities, he had obtained many heritages. But the most precious among them were the Divine Seal Sect Heritage and the Li Hua Zong Chuan Cheng.
The latter originated from the Cultivation Era, but the origin of the Divine Seal Sect remained a mystery. Lu Qing had found no clues about its history within the heritage itself. Nor had the Li Hua Zong Chuan Cheng mentioned the Divine Seal Sect at all.
He didn’t know which sect was stronger. But in his heart, the Divine Seal Sect felt far more mysterious than the Li Hua Sect.
And Script Dao—its cultivation method—was infinitely more profound than the Combat Technique of the Li Hua Sect.
After all, Lu Qing possessed Abilities, a divine advantage that allowed him to master any art with unnatural speed. Even so, it had taken him a long time just to master the basics of Script Dao. And even now, he hadn’t managed to refine a single Shen Hun Fu Lu.
The difficulty of mastering Script Dao was thus obvious.
Moreover, Script Dao differed from ordinary cultivation methods. It taught that all things in heaven and earth could be one’s teacher—and also one’s tool. It wasn’t bound by Qi, meaning it could still be practiced even in places where Qi was scarce. The power might be weaker, but it was still possible.
Such a powerful heritage was something Lu Qing would never abandon. Thus, he had never ceased striving to refine his Shen Hun Fu Lu—only hindered by his limited Spirit Soul Power.
Now, with the Henglu Guan Xiang Fa delivering such astonishing results, rapidly strengthening his Spirit Soul Power, the possibility of fully refining Shen Hun Fu Lu had become real. How could he not feel exhilarated?
After a moment of reverie, Lu Qing glanced at the sky. It was getting late. He stowed his War Blade into the Qiankun Yiqi Dai, then turned toward home.
Once there, he pulled Xiao Yan and Xiao Li from their beds, urged them to wash up, and eat breakfast. Then he took the two little ones to the Half Mountain Small Courtyard.
“A Qing, Xiao Yan, we’re going to Chen Laodaifu’s, right?” A villager greeted them warmly as they passed by.
His eyes lingered on Xiao Li, perched on Lu Qing’s shoulder.
Since returning from County Town, Lu Qing had stopped hiding Xiao Li’s identity. After all, she had walked openly in public every day. And now, with his own strength no longer needing concealment, he had no fear of anyone threatening her.
So last night, many villagers had seen her. They knew she was Lu Qing’s pet.
Yet, despite knowing her existence, they still couldn’t help but marvel. Xiao Li’s appearance was utterly bizarre, and her spirit radiated intelligence far beyond that of an ordinary beast.
“Yes, I wonder if Master is up yet,” Lu Qing smiled.
“He’s definitely awake. I just passed by the foot of the mountain—saw Old Doctor practicing martial arts in the courtyard,” the villager replied.
After a few pleasantries, Lu Qing led the two children up the mountain. When they reached the Half Mountain Small Courtyard, he saw Master was indeed there, sitting beneath a plum tree, sipping tea.
To his surprise, another figure was already there.
“Zhi Rui Ge Xia?” Lu Qing blinked in astonishment.
The Cloth-Clothed Youth, calmly drinking tea beside Master, turned and offered a slight smile.
“Lu Xiao Langjun,” he said, nodding in greeting.
“Zhi Rui Ge Xia, what brings you here? Has something happened in County Town?” Lu Qing asked, puzzled.
In his memory, this man’s movements were always elusive, and he rarely appeared unless something significant was at stake.
Moreover, in recent days, Lu Qing had learned tidbits about Tian Ji Lou from the Wei Family Ancestor. He had grown wary of this man. He knew Zhi Rui wasn’t just a repository of secrets—he was said to possess uncanny insight, able to perceive truths hidden from others.
“No, County Town is safe,” the Cloth-Clothed Youth replied. “From our intelligence within Tian Ji Lou, Wang Cangyi has already led his disciples back to Tian Cang Sect. You need not worry, Lu Xiao Langjun. As for me, I’ve left County Town and am preparing to travel elsewhere.”
“Then why are you here, Zhi Rui Ge Xia?”
“Simply because I miss Old Doctor’s flower tea,” the youth chuckled. “The tea I took from you that day has long since been consumed. Now, I’m simply craving another taste—so I’ve come to beg for a few more cups before I depart.”
“Haha, that’s easy,” Old Doctor laughed heartily. “Since you’re so fond of it, I’ll give you some extra—just a little farewell gift.”
“Then I thank you, Zhi Rui,” the youth said, smiling.
After securing the tea, the youth’s expression turned serious.
“Of course, I didn’t come here just for tea. I have something important to share with you both.”
Lu Qing: …
He knew it. The moment the man arrived, it was obvious this wasn’t just about tea.
“Please speak, Zhi Rui Ge Xia,” Old Doctor said calmly, as if expecting it.
“The first matter concerns you, Lu Xiao Langjun.”
“Me?” Lu Qing raised an eyebrow.
“Yes. I’ve just received word—yesterday, Qi Sha Lou formally issued a Qi Sha Ling targeting you. They’ve declared you for assassination.”
“Qi Sha Ling…” Lu Qing’s face grew solemn.
“That’s correct. You’ve now become a legend in the assassin world. The Qi Sha Ling is issued only once or twice in decades. Countless assassins have wondered—just who is this man who’s earned the wrath of Qi Sha Lou?”
“If I could choose, I’d rather not have this kind of fame,” Lu Qing muttered, slightly exasperated.
Being watched by the entire assassin world—no matter how strong he was—still weighed on his mind.
“Lu Xiao Langjun, your fame was inevitable,” Zhi Rui said gently. “From the moment you chose to go to County Town and save the Wei Family, you were destined to become a legend—someone who would shake the foundations of the martial world.”
“Then the second matter…” Lu Qing arched an eyebrow. “What could possibly be worse than being targeted for assassination?”
“This time,” Zhi Rui smiled, “it’s actually good news.”
He reached into his robe and placed a scroll on the table.
“Here is a list—called the Qian Long Bang. Compiled by Tian Ji Lou through gathering the finest young talents and martial prodigies from across the land. It’s the dream of countless young warriors to be ranked on it. And you, Lu Xiao Langjun… are on it.”
(End of Chapter)
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