Time flies like an arrow.
In the blink of an eye, several days passed.
The bustle on Qifeng Ridge finally dispersed.
The Treasure Gathering Assembly, which had stirred up the surrounding areas, also came to an end as the various Cultivators departed.
Although the Lu family had experienced a scare, fortunately, with Jiang Yuechu, that malice star, presiding over them, no more trouble arose in the end.
This day.
Early morning.
Jiang Yuechu was sitting cross-legged in the courtyard.
From outside the courtyard gate, a few light knocks were heard.
Soon after, Lu Gexian led Lu Changfeng inside respectfully.
The old man's face was glowing, clearly in a good mood these past few days.
As soon as he entered, he bowed deeply: "The young lady has waited a long time."
Jiang Yuechu did not stand up, only nodding with a calm expression.
"No need for formalities."
Lu Gexian straightened up, the smile on his face widening: "What the young lady says isn't quite right. These past few days were all thanks to you. If not for..."
If not for Jiang Yuechu being here.
The shady figures lurking in the shadows would likely have been unable to restrain themselves and acted together... Although the Lu family was backed by Qingcheng Mountain and their strength wasn't weak in the surrounding areas.
But when it came to something from the Chess Player Realm, which Cultivator wouldn't be envious?
Not to mention that the Lu family hadn't handed this item over to Qingcheng Mountain this time, which likely already incurred their dissatisfaction... They probably hoped someone would come to snatch it, so they could snatch it back privately later.
This way, they could preserve Qingcheng's reputation while obtaining the item for free.
It was truly killing two birds with one stone.
This wasn't said explicitly.
But everyone was a smart person.
They naturally understood the meaning.
Jiang Yuechu's expression remained unchanged.
Her clear black-and-white eyes seemed to sweep across the sky inadvertently.
Then, she actually sighed.
Lu Changfeng, who was on the side, had been secretly observing the young girl's expression.
Catching this emotion, he couldn't help but be slightly stunned.
Disappointment?
What are you disappointed about?
Could it be... because these past few days have been too peaceful?
As soon as this thought emerged, it was extinguished by Lu Changfeng himself.
The Lu Clan hadn't provoked her; on the contrary, they were helping each other... Why would she not want the Lu Clan to be peaceful?
I must be overthinking.
Shaking his head, he dispelled those absurd thoughts from his mind.
Lu Changfeng stepped forward, took out a thin booklet from his sleeve, and presented it with both hands: "This is my Lu family's ancestral Golden Body Technique. As I promised the young lady before, I naturally present it with both hands... however, there is one point I must explain to you."
"This item is a rubbings copy. The original is enshrined in the Lu family's ancestral hall and cannot be moved easily. Therefore, I can only give you this rubbings copy. But rest assured, young lady, this copy was personally written by me, transcribed word for word against the original. There are absolutely no errors or omissions, nor would I dare to withhold anything."
"If the young lady does not trust it, you can also follow me to the ancestral hall to cross-reference it yourself."
Jiang Yuechu didn't say much and reached out to take it.
Several large characters were written on the cover.
The Method of Myriad Transformations Returning to the Golden Body.
She flipped through it casually.
In her mind, the System's prompt immediately sounded.
[The Method of Myriad Transformations Returning to the Golden Body (Incomplete): Not Learned]
Since it was System-verified, it couldn't be fake.
Jiang Yuechu closed the booklet and casually put it into the hanxu bag at her waist.
With a calm expression, she shook her head.
"No need, I trust the Lu family."
A simple sentence.
Yet it warmed the hearts of Lu Gexian and Lu Changfeng.
They had already learned through conversation that since Jiang Yuechu was seeking the technique for the Dynasty behind her, her regard for this matter could be imagined.
But now.
Facing a rubbings copy, she didn't even verify it and just trusted the Lu family.
What kind of magnanimity was this?
Lu Gexian took a deep breath, the profound meaning in his eyes deepening.
"Since the young lady trusts my Lu family so much, then my Lu family naturally cannot let you down."
As the old man spoke, he untied a bulging Storage Pouch from his waist.
Holding it in both hands, he placed it on the stone table.
"Inside are all the insights and notes regarding the Incense Path that my Lu family has compiled over the past few days, as well as several special Materials required for building temples and sculpting statues. Everything is prepared."
Jiang Yuechu nodded slightly.
Just as she was about to reach out and take it.
She heard Lu Gexian change the subject, his tone hesitant: "Only... this Incense Path has many intricacies and is extremely tedious. After all, the young lady has never encountered this method. Even with these insights and notes, to truly grasp the key points, it would take at least three to five years, or as many as ten-plus years. I fear the young lady... cannot wait that long."
Jiang Yuechu's movement paused.
She looked up at the old man: "Speak plainly."
Lu Gexian gave a wry smile and stopped beating around the bush: "How about... letting Changfeng accompany the young lady on a journey? This child, Changfeng, although his cultivation is not worth mentioning before the young lady, has been immersed in the Incense Path since childhood. Let him go to the Great Tang with you to help with the arrangements, which would save you a lot of time and effort in figuring things out."
As soon as these words were spoken.
Wang Ziyu, who had been leisurely watching the show on the side, suddenly widened his eyes.
He looked at Lu Gexian in disbelief.
This was a heavy investment, wasn't it?
Since Lu Changfeng had joined Qingcheng Mountain, he was a legitimate member of a Dao Lineage.
Although the major Dao Lineages didn't have much restraint on their Disciples traveling outside.
But this was going to a place like the Great Tang, and it was to help Jiang Yuechu arrange the Incense Path... This trip would likely take several years, or even longer.
Once one reached the Ascending the Tower stage of cultivation, who wouldn't yearn for the Great Dao? Even with a massive Lifespan, unless there were interests to be gained, who would be willing to waste time on this?
With that time, wouldn't it be better to practice more in the Grotto-Heaven?
But the Lu family did not hesitate to send out their most outstanding qilin child.
What did this mean?
Wang Ziyu narrowed his eyes, his gaze circling Jiang Yuechu.
This Lu family... it seems they have also seen the potential in this girl.
They are planning to bet the Lu family's future on this gamble... However.
Even so.
There wasn't the slightest ripple in his heart.
He was a direct descendant of Taie. In terms of status, even the Lu family's Old Ancestor would have to be polite to him.
Moreover.
From the start of searching for heart material to this Lu family's territory, traveling all the way, he and Jiang Yuechu could be considered to have a life-and-death friendship... right?
In any case, he was here first.
Why would he worry that with the Lu Clan around, this girl would forget Xuanzhen Grotto-Heaven?
Jiang Yuechu was also somewhat surprised upon hearing this.
But thinking about it carefully, it was indeed a good suggestion.
Although the System could directly instill the Cultivation Technique, allowing her to instantly master the mysteries of the Golden Body Technique.
But the Incense Path was, after all, not as simple as just cultivation.
It involved various trivial details, all of which were a field of study.
If there were an expert like the Lu Clan, who used to specialize in the Incense Path, to help oversee it.
It could save a lot of effort in self-exploration and avoid many detours.
Thinking of this.
"In that case, I'll trouble you then."
Seeing the young girl agree.
Lu Gexian's wrinkled old face instantly smoothed out.
Over the years, although the Lu family had climbed the high branch of Qingcheng Mountain and enjoyed infinite glory on the edge of the Great Marsh.
But in the final analysis.
They were just a dog at someone else's door.
If they were happy, they'd give a bite of food; if not, they could be kicked away at any time.
Who would want to be a dog forever?
Moreover, Lu Changfeng hadn't handed over the item he brought back from the Chess Playing Great Power's Immortal Cave to Qingcheng Mountain this time.
The grudge had actually already been formed in secret.
Qingcheng Mountain didn't act directly, only because they were concerned about the reputation of a Dao Lineage site, fearing that their behavior would look too unsightly.
But if the Lu family wanted to go a step further, or even truly straighten their backs.
They had to find a way out.
Now, when the young girl needed help, the Lu family was helping with everything they had.
Given her Heart-Nature and the fact that she had such terrifying combat power at such a young age... in the future, when she truly reaches the pinnacle, she would definitely be able to give the Lu Clan a hand.