Eternal Life by Dual Cultivation

Chapter 459: Chapter 261: Ling Changqing: Then Let’s Do It Together...

"This is a special token representing the Patriarch. In the future, if you encounter trouble you can’t handle, just take it to any of the clan’s hidden outposts, and you will receive help."

Ling Changqing didn’t refuse. After all, Qin Mengxuan had once given him a token with a similar purpose.

In addition, Liu Ying Ziyi gave Ling Changqing ten Talisman Seals she had personally refined. When activated against a foe, not even an expert at the Late stage of Nascent Soul could withstand them.

"Alright, Husband, why don’t you take little sister Ziying for a tour of the territory? In any case, this is your home too!"

Qin Mengxuan said with a gentle smile.

"Then let’s all go together!"

Ling Changqing said. He couldn’t possibly neglect his other beloveds just for Liu Ying Ziyi.

Liu Ying Ziyi blinked her beautiful, shimmering eyes, feeling that Ling Changqing’s words held a deeper meaning.

’Could it be that in the future, when we have our Dual Cultivation, we’ll all do it together? That’s so embarrassing...’

Ling Changqing stood up and took Liu Ying Ziyi’s delicate hand. The fragrant, smooth, and supple sensation was unbelievably pleasant.

The stunning beauty’s face flushed crimson, but she didn’t push him away. Her voluptuous, enchanting body, exuding a rich, deep fragrance, leaned gently against him.

Though the Feiyu and Chi Xue sea regions were vast, they were nothing compared to the territory of the Liu Ying Clan.

Qin Mengxuan summoned a White Jade Flying Boat. It was over sixty zhang long, with a slender and elegant form, and was shrouded in a flowing cyan radiance. She then led Ling Changqing and the other women aboard.

This was a Middle Grade Spiritual Treasure. Its flight speed was like a fleeting shadow, covering a thousand li in the blink of an eye. It was incredibly convenient for travel, and its Defense was formidable.

The space inside the Flying Ship was vast and stable, spanning nearly a hundred li—the size of an entire city.

The grading standard for Magical Artifacts in the Cultivation Realm was as follows: above Spiritual Artifacts were Magical Treasures, and above Magical Treasures were Spiritual Treasures. Each grade was further divided into four tiers: Early Grade, Middle Grade, Upper Grade, and Absolute Top Grade.

Upper Grade and Absolute Top Grade Magical Treasures were typically something only a Nascent Soul True Monarch would possess, while even an Early Grade Spiritual Treasure was something only a Divinity Transformation Powerhouse could afford.

Of course, this wasn’t an absolute rule. A Nascent Soul True Monarch with a distinguished status and immense wealth, or one who had a stroke of great luck, might also possess a Spiritual Treasure.

"This is nice."

Ling Changqing remarked. The best Flying Ship in his possession was a Top Grade Magical Treasure that Shangguan Qingying had lent him.

"Husband, if you like it, why don’t you take it?"

Qin Mengxuan said gently. It was merely a Middle Grade Spiritual Treasure. While it might be a priceless, rare find for a Nascent Soul True Monarch, to her, it was nothing of consequence.

Ling Changqing shook his head. "My current Cultivation Realm is too low to use a Spiritual Treasure-grade Magical Artifact. I’d better pass."

As for the Bian Wujian Gate, that was a Heavy Artifact passed down from the Divine Dream Venerable of ancient times. The requirements to use it weren’t as strict. Plus, with the Era Star Palace secretly helping to replenish its energy, the situation was naturally different.

A day and a night later, Ling Changqing had accompanied Liu Ying Ziyi on a tour of both sea regions.

"...I feel it would be best for you, Husband, to secure a territory in the coastal region of Yuzhou in the future."

Liu Ying Ziyi’s fine brows furrowed slightly as she said pensively,

"These island territories are too scattered. There aren’t many good locations with abundant Spiritual Qi, and they would be difficult to defend in a major battle. In many respects, they are inferior to a territory on the mainland!"

Ling Changqing mulled it over for a few moments before nodding. "That’s true. Before, I wasn’t strong enough, so it wasn’t feasible. Now... I don’t have enough people. We’ll have to wait."

From the Ling Family’s perspective, the medium-term goal was to conquer the dozens of surrounding sea regions and absorb them into the family’s domain.

The long-term goal was to establish a foothold in the coastal region of Yuzhou and aggressively claim territory there. At a minimum, he would need to seize an area equivalent to the domains of ten standard Nascent Soul powers to meet his personal expectations.

Of course, for this vision to become a reality, the Ling Family would need to produce several true Divinity Transformation Powerhouses, and Ling Changqing himself would have to at least reach the Late stage of the Nascent Soul Realm.

Qin Mengxuan’s gaze shifted as she said softly, "We could help you achieve your wish sooner, Husband, but it would be difficult to keep it quiet. If we were to attract the attention of those superpowers, the consequences would be exceptionally severe."

"Mm, you two needn’t worry about this matter," Ling Changqing said. "It’s best to proceed slowly and carefully."

’Only an empire built with my own hands will be truly stable,’ he thought. ’Relying too heavily on others is not a viable long-term strategy.’

The Flying Ship returned to the family headquarters on Li Long Continent. Blushing, Liu Ying Ziyi looked at Ling Changqing, her meaning perfectly clear.

"No need to be so reserved, little sister. I’ve already given the orders. Everything will be ready soon!"

Ling Qiyue said with a warm smile.

Back at Ling Changqing’s Cave Mansion Hall, the entire place was festooned with lanterns and colorful banners. Numerous maids and servants bustled about, and the air was thick with a festive atmosphere.

The official story, of course, was that Ling Changqing had taken a new Dao Companion. As for her name and origins, however, no one knew the details.

"Alright, little sister, go get yourself ready. Soon it’ll be time for you and our husband to consummate the marriage!" freēwēbnovel.com

Qin Mengxuan teased, though there was a wistful note in her voice.

’After all, when she and Ling Changqing had first gotten together, they hadn’t gone through a ceremony like this.’

’Even though as Great Power Cultivators they shouldn’t care about such formalities, they were still women at heart. And for the most important milestone in their lives, they would of course hope for a grand celebration, just once.’

Ling Changqing fell silent. After a few moments, he said in a low voice,

"That’s simple enough. In the future, when I can reveal my identity publicly, I can hold a proper wedding ceremony for all of my wives. That way, none of you can say I’m playing favorites."