Chapter 360: Old Master Fu's Assistance

"Senior, I actually already have a girlfriend."

"Lu Xun decided to speak frankly."

"I know."

"Old Master Fu said."

"Eh?"

"He knows?"

"Xiao Yue told me about this; nowadays it's not the old era—what cultivator has so many rules? For the strong, having multiple women isn't anything new."

"Old Master Fu said dismissively."

"Don't worry, old man isn't stubborn; he won't force you to break up. If you like that certificate, you can get it with your girlfriend, then marry Xiao Yue and Xiao Xue."

"After saying that, seemingly afraid Lu Xun still had reservations, Old Master Fu added another line."

"Lu Xun remained silent."

"Perhaps because he had only just embarked on the path of cultivation, many of Lu Xun's notions still remained at the level of ordinary people."

"From a cultivator's standpoint, after gaining great power, one's actions indeed become more unrestrained."

"Rules are inherently made for the weak."

"Xiao Xun, don't feel pressured; you're still young, this isn't urgent. After a while, we'll first act out the betrothal play, then talk. After all these years, Heavenly Marsh finally shows signs of recovery—thanks to you!"

"Old Master Fu was full of emotion."

"He wasn't like the man in blue clothes, pressing Lu Xun so tightly; instead, he handed the choice over to Lu Xun."

"Yes, senior."

"Lu Xun also prepared to delay a bit before speaking."

"It's already late; let's stay at the Fu residence for the night and leave tomorrow. It's a good chance for you to discuss with Xiao Yue how to arrange the betrothal."

"Old Master Fu proposed."

"Sure, senior."

"Lu Xun agreed."

"Let's go, we're heading out."

"After things were settled, Old Master Fu opened the door and went out."

"Outside, Fu Yue saw the two come out; her gaze involuntarily fell on Lu Xun, wondering what Old Master Fu had said to him."

"Xiao Yue, Lu Xun is drunk; he won't be leaving tonight. Help him downstairs to rest."

"Old Master Fu directly ordered Fu Yue."

"Okay, grandfather."

"Fu Yue replied."

"Xiao Xun, go on."

"Old Master Fu gave Lu Xun an encouraging look."

"Lu Xun, how is this room?"

"Teacher, it's not bad."

"After a quarter hour, Fu Yue led Lu Xun to an independent small lodge and arranged a luxurious guest room for him."

"This time really put you out; I didn't expect so many mishaps."

"In the living room, Fu Yue sat on the sofa and sighed."

"Teacher, it's actually nothing; as long as I can help you, that's fine."

"Lu Xun said."

"I'll go explain things to Youqing later; as for the betrothal afterward, I'll handle it. Father's side has finally recovered with difficulty, so we still need to stabilize him first."

"Fu Yue explained her plan."

"Mm, everything will follow the teacher's lead."

"Lu Xun was very cooperative."

"Older sister."

"At that moment, Fu Xue arrived."

"Xiao Yue, how is it?"

"Fu Yue asked."

"I've borrowed them; they're all here."

"Fu Xue took out some Dark Energy Cards and talismans."

"Fu Yue received them and handed them over to Lu Xun, saying:"

"Lu Xun, keep these Dark Energy Cards and talismans; we've only managed to gather this much for now—consider it your payment. Later, when we have more to spare, we'll give you more."

"She decided to give Lu Xun some compensation."

"So she had Fu Xue rally the extended family—all the aunts and uncles—to gather a fair amount of Dark Energy, plus some talismans, and gave it all to Lu Xun."

"Teacher, no need; Senior Fu has already given me ample compensation—I don't need anything more from you."

"Lu Xun declined."

"Fu Yue and Fu Xue gave him the Dark Energy; how will they cultivate?"

"If he weren't afraid they'd refuse, Lu Xun would like to give them some Dark Energy."

"That way they could cultivate faster, and the returns they'd bring Lu Xun would be greater."

"Lu Xun..."

"Teacher, if I say no, I mean no; keep this up and I'll get angry."

Fu Yue still wanted to forcefully give it to Lu Xun.

Lu Xun could only put on a stern face and firmly refuse.

"Alright."

Seeing that, Fu Yue had no choice but to give up.

"Next, I and Xiao Xue will go into seclusion for a while; after I break through the third layer, I will then arrange the marriage proposal..."

Then she told Lu Xun about the subsequent plan.

She prepared to continue seclusion, aiming to assault the third layer of the Seventh Realm.

Fu Xue also needs to go into seclusion.

This also allows them to stay away from worldly disturbances.

It's not hard to imagine that once the matter of Old Master Fu's birthday spreads, it will cause a huge stir.

News between Xuanji City and the surface of Lan Xing doesn't communicate much, but at least Xuanji City will likely spread far and wide.

Moreover, many families from the surface of Lan Xing also came to attend this birthday.

Thinking of this, Fu Yue felt a bit overwhelmed, so she simply went into seclusion, shutting out outside affairs and focusing wholeheartedly on cultivation.

This is actually the wisest choice.

Because no matter how sensational the matter, over time it will also fade.

By then, responding will be much easier.

"Sure, Master; when you emerge from seclusion, just come find me directly—I'll be on standby at any time."

Their doing so is actually something Lu Xun is happy to see.

The last time Fu Xue broke through the Seventh Realm, Lu Xun gained quite a bounty.

If Fu Yue manages to break through this time, Lu Xun will again welcome a huge harvest.

"By the way, Master, could you tell me about the uncle's situation back then?"

Lu Xun suddenly wanted to learn about the fathers of the two girls.

He always felt that the change in the blue-clothed man this time was somewhat off.

It doesn't seem like Fu Tianze has returned.

It seems more like, in order to resolve Fu Tianze's obsession from the previous life, a compromise was made.

Lu Xun currently can't do anything.

But we can increase our understanding; perhaps after Ran Bing's formation expertise breaks through and resolves Ran Bing's issue, we can find a method.

"Let me say."

After Fu Yue and Fu Xue exchanged a glance, Fu Yue spoke.

"The father's change began when we were eight; back then, the father often seemed absent-minded, and at times seemed like he had become a different person..."

Fu Yue began to recount it in detail.

Fu Tianze's change was not a sudden big shift from the start; likewise, there was a process.

This process lasted about two years.

During these two years, Fu Tianze often became estranged, but would quickly recover.

"It should be a struggle for control."

Lu Xun speculated.

Just like Ran Bing, Fu Tianze's present-life and past-life wills are contending for control.

"Until we were ten, the father completely changed, becoming very cold; previously, he often played with us and told us many stories, but after that, he ignored us, and even the mother, in his eyes, was merely a stranger..."

"The mother didn't know what had happened, still thinking the father had someone outside, frequently picking fights with him; the father always responded coldly, seeming to have no interest in speaking with the mother at all."

"Strangely, every so often, the father seemed able to recover again..."

Fu Yue continued narrating.

Lu Xun listened silently, occasionally interjecting with a question or two.

"Fu Tianze's will is really stubborn..."

Lu Xun couldn't help but think.

Even though the past life has already taken the lead, Fu Tianze's will still occasionally rebounds, only to be suppressed again shortly after.

"I don't know if it's still useful..."

Lu Xun still isn't sure whether the Nine Tribulations Lock Demon Formation is still effective.

"Chen Brother, why hasn't Lu Xun come out yet? He won't be staying overnight at the Fu residence, will he?"

When Fu Yue was recounting her parents' affairs,

Outside Xuanji City, the cousins Lu Chen and Lu Fan waited for Lu Xun most of the night.

Yet they still hadn't waited for Lu Xun.

"It's also possible he's inside Xuanji City; no problem, let's keep waiting."

Lu Chen sat cross-legged, not even opening his eyes.

Even at such a time, he was still cultivating.

As a genius of the Lu family, Lu Chen's ability to break through the Seventh Realm so quickly relies not only on talent but also on diligence.

"Alright."

Lu Fan, though feeling a bit bored, could only continue waiting.

"Lu Xun, have you discovered something?"

On the other side, after finally finishing her account, Fu Xue suddenly asked.

"Does she also have doubts?"

After Lu Xun met Fu Xue's gaze, he instantly understood.

Fu Xue probably also had some doubts.

Unlike Fu Yue, she is very opposed to her father's past life.

"No, Teacher, I just want to see if I can better help Uncle and Aunt; they're actually doing quite well like this..."

Lu Xun did not voice his speculation.

Success lies in secrecy; failure lies in leaked words.

Before Lu Xun finds a solution, those speculations will likely remain known only to him.

Seeing Lu Xun answer like that, Fu Xue couldn't help feeling a bit disappointed.

"Father and Mother have finally reconciled after great difficulty, Xiao Xue—don't keep a stern face all day; let's keep them company for a few days, then go into seclusion."

Fu Yue proposed.

"Mm!"

Fu Xue nodded.

"It's already this late, Lu Xun—you should rest early; tomorrow we'll send you back."

"Okay, Teacher."

The two women left.

Lu Xun then rested.

Early the next morning, when Lu Xun got up, Fu Yue and Fu Xue had already arrived.

They brought Lu Xun breakfast; after he finished eating, they prepared to send him back.

"Grandfather, how did you come here?"

Before they could set off, Old Master Fu appeared.

Lu Xun, if you're not busy lately, why not stay a few more days at the Fu household? If you act your parts more convincingly, you might awaken more of Tian Ze's feelings, which would greatly help his tribulation.

As soon as Old Master Fu arrived, he said to Lu Xun.

While speaking, he also blinked.

Huh?

This is what Old Master Fu meant by creating an opportunity?

Old Master, you said you weren't in a hurry, didn't you?

"Yes, Lu Xun, why don't you stay a few more days here?"

Seeing Grandfather say that, Fu Yue's heart stirred, and she also proposed.

She naturally hoped to bring more help to her father.

Otherwise, why would she have initially undertaken this fake-couple plan?

"Alright."

Lu Xun agreed, which conveniently gave him a chance to observe the man in green robes more closely.

"Thank you!"

Fu Yue couldn't help but express her gratitude.

In her view, this time her father's recovery depended greatly on Lu Xun.