Unlimited Investment in the Destined Protagonist: Forging an Eternal Immortal Clan - Chapter 21

Chapter 21: Investing in the Artifact Refiner Lu Zheng, the Three Mysterious Transformations of Heaven’s Derivation, Ling Xiyue’s Magnanimity!

Not long after, the Sixth Elder Lu Zheng, who was an artifact refiner, arrived at Lu Qingxuan’s palace.

“Greetings, My Lord. May I know what instructions My Lord has for me?”

Lu Zheng bowed to Lu Qingxuan, who was seated at the head, and asked curiously.

However, at that very moment, the system’s voice rang out in Lu Qingxuan’s mind.

[Ding! A blue investment target has been detected. The host may proceed with the investment!]

Hearing this, Lu Qingxuan felt a bit surprised. He hadn’t expected the Sixth Elder’s arrival to trigger an investment prompt.

[Investing a Heaven-grade Artifact Refining Scripture will yield the secret technique: Three Mysterious Transformations of Heaven’s Derivation!]

[Investing a low-grade Heaven-grade refining cauldron will yield two high-tier Heaven-grade magical treasures!]

Seeing the decent investment returns, Lu Qingxuan’s mind stirred, and the Sixth Elder’s information appeared before his eyes.

[Name: Lu Zheng]

[Cultivation: Second Stage of the Spiritual Pill Realm]

[Aptitude: Superior]

[Comprehension: Genius]

[Talent: None]

[Fortune: Under the influence of the family’s luck, both cultivation and artifact refining skills have greatly improved!]

After scanning the Sixth Elder’s information, Lu Qingxuan finally spoke.

“Sixth Elder, I summoned you because I’ve obtained two treasures. These items should help enhance your artifact refining skills.”

As he spoke, Lu Qingxuan waved his sleeve, and a Heaven-grade Artifact Refining Scripture, along with a refining cauldron, appeared in front of Lu Zheng.

“Take a look at these two items and see if they’re useful to you,” Lu Qingxuan said with a smile, looking at Lu Zheng.

Hearing this, Lu Zheng was momentarily stunned. He hadn’t expected the Lord to call him here to gift him treasures. Steadying his mind, he first picked up the Artifact Refining Scripture in front of him and began examining it.

In just a short moment, a trace of excitement appeared on Lu Zheng’s face. After a brief skim, his heart was filled with shock. This Artifact Refining Scripture was, to an artifact refiner like him, an invaluable treasure. He was confident that if he could fully comprehend the methods and insights within this scripture, it would surely allow him to step into the ranks of Heaven-grade artifact refiners.

Faced with such an opportunity, how could he not be excited and astonished?

“My Lord … this …” Lu Zheng looked at Lu Qingxuan, his voice trembling with excitement! He hadn’t imagined that their Lord could even obtain such an opportunity—it was simply unimaginable.

Lu Qingxuan smiled, “Since it’s useful to you, take it. I hope that with this Artifact Refining Scripture, you can quickly improve your refining skills and craft more powerful magical treasures for the family!”

Hearing this, Lu Zheng’s expression turned solemn, and he respectfully said, “Thank you, My Lord, for your generosity. I will not disappoint your high expectations!”

Lu Qingxuan nodded and pointed to the refining cauldron, saying, “This refining cauldron is also extraordinary. It contains a low-grade Heaven-grade exotic flame. When crafting magical treasures, it can significantly increase the success rate!”

“Take it as well and use it to craft more treasures for the family!”

Hearing this, Lu Zheng first sensed the cauldron in front of him. In a moment, he realized that this refining cauldron was indeed exceptional, just as the Lord had described.

To receive two such treasures at once, Lu Zheng’s heart was filled with exhilaration.

Immediately after, Lu Zheng once again respectfully thanked Lu Qingxuan. Finally, after giving Lu Zheng a few more instructions, Lu Qingxuan dismissed him.

Watching the excited Lu Zheng leave, the investment feedback appeared in his mind.

[Ding! Investment successful. Congratulations on obtaining the secret technique: Three Mysterious Transformations of Heaven’s Derivation, and the high-tier Heaven-grade magical treasures: Heaven-Battling Limitless Staff and Nine Flame Glazed Bottle!]

[Three Mysterious Transformations of Heaven’s Derivation: A combat amplification secret technique with three stages. Successfully cultivating the first transformation increases combat power by 30%; the second transformation increases it by 60%; the third transformation doubles it. Note: This technique has minimal effect on cultivators above the Heavenly Yang Realm!]

Upon seeing the description of the Three Mysterious Transformations of Heaven’s Derivation, a smile appeared on Lu Qingxuan’s face.

Secret techniques that amplify combat power like this were extremely rare. Even second- or third-rate factions would struggle to possess them. Now that the Lu Royal Mansion had this technique, clan members who cultivated it in the future would greatly enhance their survival capabilities.

After storing the technique and the two magical treasures, Lu Qingxuan left the palace and headed toward Ling Xiyue’s location. He planned to first deliver the True Dragon Essence Blood to Ling Xiyue for refining, then return to cultivate diligently himself!

As soon as Lu Qingxuan entered Ling Xiyue’s room, he saw Ling Xiyue, who was over three months pregnant.

“Husband, you’re here!” Seeing Lu Qingxuan arrive, a smile appeared on Ling Xiyue’s face, her heart filled with joy.

Lu Qingxuan smiled faintly, “Xiyue, I came to bring you something good.”

With that, he took Ling Xiyue’s hand and sat on the bed.

“Xiyue, this is a drop of True Dragon Essence Blood. Refine it well—it will bring numerous benefits to both you and the child in your womb.”

Lu Qingxuan took out a jade bottle containing a drop of True Dragon Essence Blood and handed it to Ling Xiyue.

“True Dragon Essence Blood?” Hearing that the bottle contained a drop of True Dragon Essence Blood, Ling Xiyue’s beautiful eyes widened, her face showing disbelief. She hadn’t expected her husband to acquire even such a rare treasure. She felt that her husband was becoming more and more mysterious.

However, she didn’t press him about the origin of the True Dragon Essence Blood—she knew her limits in that regard.

After a wave of shock, Ling Xiyue finally put away the True Dragon Essence Blood.

Then, gazing affectionately at Lu Qingxuan, she suggested, “Husband, now that I’m no longer able to share a bed with you, why don’t you take a few concubines to keep you company? I don’t mind. Not long ago, I mentioned this to Mother, asking her to help you select a few good women to bear you more children.”

As Lu Qingxuan’s lawful wife, she knew she had to consider the greater good of the Lu family. To help Lu Qingxuan’s lineage produce more heirs, she didn’t mind finding a few concubines for her husband.

Hearing this, Lu Qingxuan gave the beauty before him a strange look. He had to admit, Ling Xiyue’s magnanimity was impressive. He truly hadn’t expected her to suggest he take concubines—and not mind at all.

If this were on Blue Star, it’d be equivalent to a wife saying to her husband, “Go find a mistress, I don’t care, as long as you’re happy.”

What’s magnanimity? This is magnanimity.

As for taking concubines, Lu Qingxuan didn’t actually mind, but what use were concubines without value?

The system had stipulated that only women with at least a Saint Physique, Emperor-layer aptitude, or golden-tier or higher luck could bear him offspring that would yield rewards.

With such requirements, where could he find such women?

Regarding Ling Xiyue’s suggestion, Lu Qingxuan could only deflect, saying, “Well, if I come across a woman I’m drawn to, I’ll bring her into the Lu Royal Mansion.”

Hearing this, Ling Xiyue nodded slightly, then pressed further, “Husband, what kind of woman would catch your eye?”

This question stumped Lu Qingxuan. He had only said it casually to brush it off, but clearly, Ling Xiyue hadn’t caught his meaning.

He couldn’t possibly reveal the system’s standards for women—otherwise, Ling Xiyue would think her husband was a bit delusional.

Helpless, Lu Qingxuan looked at the beauty before him and deflected again, “If I could meet a woman as perfect in every way as you, Xiyue, that’d probably do!”

Hearing this, Ling Xiyue couldn’t help but smile. How could she not tell that her husband was indirectly praising her?

In an instant, her heart felt as sweet as if she’d eaten honey. Since her husband wasn’t willing to specify his standards for women, she didn’t press further.

Afterward, the two shared a heartfelt conversation before parting ways and entering their respective cultivation states.