After Liu Changxu and the others returned to Peach Blossom Mountain, they immediately began encouraging the Liu Household's cultivators to practice the Three Talents Battle Formation.
Liu Changxu and the other lineage cultivators skilled in talisman-making, alchemy, artifact-refining, and other cultivation arts once again busied themselves making talismans and refining pills and magical artifacts in preparation for the approaching battle.
Every sign indicated that the war between the Red-Feathered Cranes and the Ironback Crocodiles was nearing its end. The defeated side would very likely head south, and Peach Blossom Mountain was the closest to Red Lotus Lake. Thus, the lineage would have a hard battle ahead.
After returning to Peach Blossom Mountain, Liu Changxu thoroughly reflected on his cultivation journey. He felt that he had been too impatient in his pursuit of strength. His cultivation had risen too quickly over the past two years, leaving his magical power somewhat unstable. Fortunately, his great battle with the Wolf King had elevated his state of mind.
His magical duel with the Wolf King had made Liu Changxu deeply appreciate the importance of his state of mind. Its improvement had transformed his bearing.
Before this, Liu Changxu had appeared steady and composed beyond his years, but that had merely been a facade for others. His heart had been far less calm than his appearance suggested.
Now, not a trace of his former restlessness remained. His expression was as calm as still water! Every movement was unhurried and assured! His magical power circulated with unparalleled smoothness.
Even the success rate and quality of his talismans and pills improved dramatically. Liu Changxu also successfully refined upper-grade first-tier Spirit-Gathering Pills, officially becoming an upper-grade first-tier alchemist.
While the Liu Household was making tense preparations for war, the Lin Household of Blackfield Valley sent someone to seek