The Luo Household Asserts Its Might, Form Refinement Perfection! (8k3)

Xuanbei Commandery.

The summer heat hadn't subsided, but the evening breeze already carried a hint of autumn chill.

The private booths on the second floor of the restaurant had their wooden windows wide open, allowing the evening breeze to flow through and make the wine flags on the tables sway gently.

Luo Nanwen was chugging down one glass of wine after another.

"Nanwen, stop drinking."

His friend pressed down on the wine pot, urgently advising, "The whole manor is practically fighting tooth and nail for a spot in the grotto-heaven, and instead of going back to keep an eye on things, you're just drinking alone here. What kind of behavior is that?"

"What good would going back do?" Luo Nanwen forced a bitter smile. "Go back and see how the first and third wives react?"

He is twenty-four years old this year. He Form Refinement Greater Accomplishment, but is stuck at the key to opening the aperture. Due to insufficient Primordial Spirit power, he cannot even grasp the entrance to the seven apertures.

This is also the first insurmountable barrier that nine out of ten Form Refinement martial artists in the world will find difficult to cross in their lifetime.

"Luo Nanshuang has opened six orifices, and that bitch Luo Nanxi has opened five."

"Once the acupoints are opened, and the five senses are activated, I am no match for him."

"It's a pity my elder brother isn't here! Otherwise, how could the eldest and third branches of the family be competing with us!"

Luo Nanwen slammed his wine glass on the table and gritted his teeth, saying, "It was that bitch Luo Nanxi who instigated Tuoba Yu to humiliate my brother! He was so humiliated that he chose to leave his home and wander the world, and hasn't returned since!"

His elder brother, Luo Nanwu, was once a genius who made it onto the Dragon and Tiger Ranking List, ranking forty-fifth. However, two years ago, he became a stepping stone for Tuoba Yu's rise to power.

"What's most hateful is that Luo Nanxi actually wanted to use the cooperation with the Tuoba Clan as a pretext to seize control. To put it bluntly, he's just being the Tuoba Household's dog!"

No sooner had he said that than a burst of undisguised sneer came from the next table.

"I wondered who was bragging here; it turns out to be the second young master of the Luo Household's second branch."

Luo Nanwen swept his gaze fiercely over, then paused, startled. "Tuoba Zhou? What are you doing here?"

Tuoba Zhou said with a half-smile, "I just returned from North Mountain Commandery and passed through your Xuanbei Commandery. If you ask me, don't blame everything on others. My cousin may have a thousand faults, but there's one thing she's perfect about: her strength!"

"Your older brother is four years older than your cousin, but he couldn't even last ten rounds. In the end, he was beaten so badly that he didn't dare to go home and wandered around for two years without a word. What kind of position could such a good-for-nothing possibly achieve even if he came back?"

"You're asking for it!"

Luo Nanwen slammed his hand on the table, stood up abruptly, and the sword at his waist instantly drew half an inch from its sheath.

Tuoba Zhou, however, remained completely unfazed.

He was well aware of the treacherous situation in the Northern Plains. Bringing the Luo Household into the Tuoba Clan's camp was a long-standing plan of the clan. This exploration of the cave, using the third branch of the Luo Household as a starting point, was an important attempt.

How could we let those two foolish brothers, Luo Nanwu Luo Nanwen, ruin everything?

Tuoba Zhou sat upright, his face full of disdain. "What, you dare to draw your sword and kill me? I'll sit right here today and see if you, Luo Nanwen, dare to draw your sword! Your brother is a coward, and you're no better!"

I'll Laozi you!

Luo Nanwen shouted angrily, his sword about to be fully drawn.

He could tolerate being mocked as a good-for-nothing, but he could never tolerate anyone insulting his elder brother.

But as soon as he moved his hand, it was held down.

The hand, though not particularly strong, carried an undeniable steadiness as it slowly pushed the sword back into its sheath.

The middle-aged guard behind Tuoba Zhou, who had been resting with his eyes closed, suddenly opened them, his expression grave.

"Who?!"

Everyone felt a sense of dread; no one had sensed this person's arrival at all!

"To draw a knife and slash wildly after being provoked a few times—how can someone with such a temperament possibly understand the path to Wisdom Born of Concentration and find the seven essential points?"

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Luo Nanwen's pupils constricted, and he trembled: "You are—"

The man removed his straw hat, and the first thing that caught the eye was the striking scar on his forehead. The scar didn't look ferocious; instead, it added a touch of masculine bravery to his appearance.

"Brother?!" Luo Nanwen exclaimed in surprise, his eyes filled with wild joy.

"Luo Nanwu?" Tuoba Zhou stared intently at the person in front of him, his heart filled with doubt and uncertainty, clearly noticing the distinct changes in the other person.

His facial features hadn't changed much in the past two years, but his temperament had undergone a complete transformation. The sinister and ruthless nature of the past was gone, replaced by a calm and composed demeanor, a kind of aura he had only seen in two elders in his clan who were at the Late Divine Ability Stage.

As for the External Scenery, the atmosphere is restrained, almost like returning to simplicity; unless deliberately emphasized, nothing is apparent.

Tuoba Zhou couldn't help but feel surprised and suspicious.

Is this guy really Luo Nanwu? Is he just putting on an act, or has he truly undergone a significant transformation after two years of experience in the martial arts world?

"Luo Nanwu," or Yu Tunzhou, did not return home immediately after arriving in Xuanbei Commandery. Instead, he used the surveillance of the Gold-Wielding Guard to find Luo Nanwen in a restaurant.

Yu Tunzhou glanced at the Divine Ability guards behind Tuoba Zhou and said indifferently, "If you don't leave now, do you expect me to send you away?"

Tuoba Zhou's face darkened. He stood up, about to say something frank and test Luo Nanwu, but was stopped by the guards behind him who pressed down on his shoulder.

"Young master, let's return to the manor as soon as possible; the clan is waiting for us."

Tuoba Zhou was taken aback. Why would this person suddenly stop him?

A sound entered the ear-

"Young master, this boy's strength seems to have improved greatly, especially in terms of his Primordial Spirit. You are no match for him. You should leave as soon as possible, otherwise I may not be able to stop him later, and you will only suffer humiliation for nothing."

Tuoba Zhou's expression hardened. His Primordial Spirit had made considerable progress?!

Compared to aspects like Qi and Blood and blood, the Primordial Spirit is the most difficult to enhance!

The profound mystery of the Primordial Spirit's power could indeed embarrass him in public.

"Luo Nanwu, you don't need to pressure me. My cousin will be going on this exploration of the cave."

Tuoba Zhou stood up and gave a light hum, "Let's go."

The next moment, Tuoba Zhou's pupils shrank, his face suddenly filled with terror, and he retreated in a panic, knocking over several tables and chairs. He waved his arms, and his Blood Qi erupted.

"Young Master!" The middle-aged guard quickly restrained him, and shouted at Yu Tunzhou in a deep voice, "Young Master Luo, please show mercy! We are just passing through Xuanbei Commandery!"

"Tuoba Zhou, it seems your temperament is not as good as my foolish younger brother's. You also need to work hard to temper yourself."

Yu Tunzhou calmly said, "Tuoba Yu's past attack made me realize who I was, which is why I left home to experience the martial world. This journey has been a complete transformation for me. In this cave, I will fight her again. Please convey this message to her."

Tuoba Zhou woke up, his facial muscles twitching, his back soaked in cold sweat.

He had just seen several venomous snakes slither onto his face!

That cold, slippery feeling made it impossible for him to distinguish between illusion and reality!

This guy can actually interfere with his five senses with his Primordial Spirit, and it looks so real!

He wanted to say a few more harsh words, but remembering how he felt just now, he couldn't help but shudder, take a deep breath, and turn to leave.

Luo Nanwen watched Yu Tunzhou's retreating figure, his whole body trembling with excitement. He stepped forward and grabbed Yu Tunzhou's arm, exclaiming, "Brother! You're finally back! Where have you been these past two years?"

Yu Tunzhou turned around, raised his hand and patted his shoulder, his tone softening slightly. "I went out to train for two years and learned a few things. I just returned to Xuanbei Commandery and was about to go back to my residence when I heard the commotion here."

Luo Nanwen's eyes suddenly lit up, and he hurriedly pulled his brother back to the manor. "Brother, recently, in the clan—"

"No need to say more, I've already heard the news," Yu Tunzhou interrupted. "Let's talk about it when we get back to the manor."

Luo Nanwen's frustration and dejection vanished, replaced by excitement and anticipation.

Now that his elder brother has returned, how can the eldest and third wives compete with them!

The Luo Household mansion.

In the training ground, a man and a woman stood facing each other from a distance. One had a beautiful face, a slender waist, and long legs, while the other had a calm and composed demeanor.

These are Luo Nanxi from the third wife's family and Luo Nanshuang from the first wife's family.

At this moment, their auras clashed, and tensions were palpable.

This battle will determine who has the upper hand in exploring the cave.

Just as the two were about to make their move, two figures walked slowly into the training ground, one after the other.

The figure in front leaped and landed in the center of the martial arts arena, completely disregarding the clash of energy between the two sides. He cupped his hands and looked up at the stage, respectfully saying, "Ancestor, Nanwu has returned."

The expressions of the onlookers around the training ground changed.

This is Luo Nanwu from the second wife's family?!

Luo Nanxi, standing to the side, a flicker of surprise and suspicion in her eyes, suddenly spoke up, "Luo Nanwu, you're late. Your second branch sent—"

Yu Tunzhou swept his gaze across her directly, a cold glint seemingly hidden within. Luo Nanxi's face paled, and she felt her mind being captured, instinctively taking two steps back.

After realizing what had happened, she angrily retorted, "You actually plotted against me—"

"Shut up," Yu Tunzhou said coldly. "Do you, a junior, have the right to speak to my ancestor? And you speak to your cousin with such disrespect?"

Beside her, Luo Nanshuang frowned and said in a deep voice, "Nanwu, I am older than you. Do I have the right to say a few words to you?"

Yu Tunzhou said indifferently, "A piece of trash. You're thirty years old and haven't even opened all seven orifices yet. You dare to speak to me?"

A moment of silence fell over the room.

Luo Nanxi gritted her teeth. It really was that Luo Nanwu!

He used seniority to suppress her, while mocking Luo Nanshuang's mediocre talent—his double standards remained unchanged!

At this moment, the old woman on the platform said with a kind expression, "Nanwu, it seems you have gained quite a bit from this experience? Your Primordial Spirit power has actually improved significantly."

Luo Nanxi then realized that what had forced her to retreat with that glance was a suppression of her Primordial Spirit!

Yu Tunzhou smiled and said, "Reporting to the Ancestor, I recently had some fortuitous opportunity and accidentally entered the Pure Land. Although I couldn't stay there permanently, I have made some progress."

"Pure Land?!"

"Nanwu, have you truly glimpsed the profound mystery of tranquility?!"

Not to mention the younger generation, even the elders of each branch of the family showed obvious shock.

Entering Pure Land —this is the threshold for the External Scenery!

Countless people at the Divine Ability Realm are stuck in their entire lives, unable to make any progress, simply because their cultivation of Nature Cultivation cannot advance further, making it difficult for them to glimpse the mysteries of higher realms.

Could it be that Luo Nanwu is poised to become the next External Scenery for the Luo Household?

Yu Tunzhou smiled faintly, "I've only just begun to understand it; I've only entered it by chance, and I'm far from being a permanent resident."

The reason he claimed to have entered the group by chance was because he was considering the real Luo Nanwu.

Brother Luo only recently glimpsed the wonder of Wisdom Born of Concentration, but entering the Pure Land is still a long way off.

She's having a good time pretending now, but things will be difficult to handle once he gets back.

The explanation that one accidentally enters Pure Land is much easier to make. After all, there are quite a few martial artists who have entered Pure Land once or twice and then never returned.

Only by staying there permanently can one truly enter Pure Land.

The old woman said with some emotion, "Good child, truly a good child. Nanwu, now that you're back, why don't you spar with everyone and let them see how much you've improved over the past two years?"

"Following the ancestor's wishes," Yu Tunzhou said slowly, his gaze sweeping over Luo Nanshuang and the other man, "Nanwu feels that this battle seems unnecessary."

"If a battle is absolutely necessary, I urge our ancestor to find a suitable opponent for Nanwu."

This old woman is none other than the pillar of the Luo Household, [Madam Cold River] Luo Yundong, a senior Luo with Mid External Scenery Stage cultivation, a well-known expert even in the Northern Plains.

This person is also one of the few members of the Luo Household who knows their own identity.

Both Luo Nanshuang and Luo Nanxi looked unwell.

Yet, one has to admit it.

Two years ago, this guy had already grasped the key to the acupoints, and now he even had the good fortune to accidentally enter Pure Land. He has probably already opened all seven acupoints and is not far from Divine Ability!

Luo Nanxi gritted her teeth. She never expected that this damned guy would come back just when she was about to succeed!

Should we go find Yu'er again?

There's just not enough time.

At this moment, Luo Donghu of the third branch stepped forward, cupped his hands towards the high platform, and said, "Ancestor, the Tuoba Clan has just sent an invitation, wishing to travel with us in the grotto-heaven, with rewards distributed according to contribution. Now, the Xie Household holds absolute power in the Northern Plains, and our Luo Household alone cannot withstand them!"

Someone from the main branch immediately retorted, "Even if we were to seek allies, we should look to long-standing friends like the He Household. Why ally ourselves with the Tuoba Clan clan?"

"Foolish!" Luo Donghu frowned. "The He Household is facing a generational gap; what's the use of joining forces? The Tuoba Clan's strength is undeniable!"

Yu Tunzhou observed coldly, relying on the Gold-Wielding Guard, and had already discerned the internal conflicts within the Luo Household before arriving.

The real key issue is not the power struggle among the younger generation of the Luo Household, but the situation in Northern Plains.

Ultimately, it all boils down to the Northern Plains Xie Household wanting to become the "patriarch" of Northern Plains.

The patriarch of this place is not the patriarch of a single sect, but the patriarch worshipped by the aristocratic families.

Given the strength of the Northern Plains Xie Household, they certainly have the qualifications.

However, the powerful clans, led by the Tuoba Clan, were unwilling to submit to the Xie Household, so the political landscape in the Northern Plains was already in turmoil.

The Tuoba Clan had been trying to win over other aristocratic families to fight against the Xie Household.

However, in the Luo Household's view, what the Tuoba Clan did was no different from what the Xie Household; they were just using the name of sharing the burden of the Xie Household.

Therefore, the Luo Household secretly allied themselves with the Gold-Wielding Guard, or rather, the Anguo Ji Clan!

However, this matter was kept extremely secret, and only a few people on External Scenery knew about it.

Meanwhile, the third branch of the Luo Household gradually shifted their allegiance to the Tuoba Clan Tuoba Clan under their influence, with the key factor being the relationship between Luo Nanxi and Tuoba Yu.

The relationship between these two is somewhat complicated. According to the story from their previous life, they were both best friends and lovers—well, they were lesbians.

Two years ago, it was at Luo Nanxi's instigation that Tuoba Yu challenged Luo Nanwu, crushing him in one battle and humiliating him so severely that he was too ashamed to face others and chose to leave.

After that, Luo Nanxi gradually became the leading figure among the younger generation in the clan.

This exploration of the cave heaven was also carried out by Luo Nanxi's lineage under the banner of an alliance with the Tuoba Clan clan, hoping to persuade several elders of the External Scenery to let Luo Nanxi lead this exploration of the cave heaven.

As for the eldest branch of the family, they still prefer to associate with their original family friends, but the younger generation there is somewhat lacking in strength, not as strong as the Luo Household.

For a time, the eldest and third wives argued endlessly, each sticking to their own version of events.

"Nanwu, what do you think?" The old woman on the stage asked with a kind smile.

Yu Tunzhou glanced at Luo Donghu of the third branch of the family and said indifferently, "Fourth Uncle, in your eyes, are the three elders of the Luo Household from the External Scenery all dead?"

His words caused an uproar, startling everyone present.

Luo Donghu was taken aback, then roared, "Nanwu, what do you mean by that?"

"Given the Tuoba Clan's domineering nature, in the end, only the Luo Household's interests will be sacrificed. What is called an alliance is nothing more than the Luo family working as subordinates to the Tuoba Clan."

Yu Tunzhou spoke calmly, yet each word was firm and resolute. "In Third Uncle's eyes, my Luo Household has already fallen to the point of having to serve the Tuoba Clan clan. Doesn't that mean all three elders of the External Scenery are dead?"

Luo Donghu retorted angrily, "Is this the same thing? This cooperation is limited to the cave heaven! Now the Xie Household is forcibly stipulating that each family can only send two guards at the Early Divine Ability Stage. Isn't this just a test of each family's strength? Who in the clan knows better than you how strong Tuoba Yu is?"

Yu Tunzhou stood tall, his voice impassioned, and said, "Among the families of Northern Plains, how many have chosen to ally with the Tuoba? Are they all stronger than the Tuoba in this generation? My Xuanbei Luo Household has stood for a thousand years, on par with the Tuoba Clan. Why should we rely on others when faced with trouble?"

"So what if we are no match? We fight honorably, and we suffer defeat honorably. We learn from our shame and strive for improvement. But if we always think of relying on others when faced with difficulties, how can we achieve anything in Martial Dao, or maintain the spirit of our clan?"

"Ancestor, Nanwu Temple must never allow this trend to flourish within the Luo Household!"

These words resonated deeply, imbued with the power of the Primordial Spirit. Though not as powerful as Zhenyan or other methods, they still had the effect of influencing people's hearts. Many present felt a powerful, resounding force, and they all nodded in agreement.

In their view, even if the Luo Household was not as strong as the Tuoba Household, the difference was not significant. How could the Luo family possibly serve as an assistant to the Tuoba Clan?

The old woman on the stage nodded with satisfaction.

Beside the old woman, a middle-aged man, another External Scenery expert from the Luo Household, said with a faint smile, "Nanwu's words make sense. Some of the clan's practices do need to be addressed. Our Luo Household is not yet in decline, and it is not for others to interfere in our family affairs."

Luo Donghu's face paled slightly, and he lowered his head, understanding that this was a warning to their third branch of the family, and that the elders had seen some things.

"But Nanwu," the elder said meaningfully, "Inside the cave, Tuoba Yu will definitely cause you trouble. Are you confident you can handle it?"

After all, he was ranked nineteenth on the Dragon and Tiger Ranking, and even the two Early Divine Ability Stage Power guards of the Luo Household were no match for him!

"There's no need for her to cause me trouble," Yu Tun said decisively. "I've already had Tuoba Yu convey my message to Tuoba Zhou Yu: we'll fight again in the cave another day!"

Luo Donghu was both shocked and furious. "Even if you don't ally with the Tuoba Clan clan, why did you have to provoke them? Ancestor, Nanwu's actions are far too reckless!"

Yu Tunzhou stood with his hands behind his back, and the Fist Intent, as powerful as Ten-Thousand-Ren High Mountain, was fully revealed.

As everyone watched, they were astonished to find that Luo Nanwu at this moment commanded their utmost respect!

Yu Tunzhou said coldly, "Since I dared to issue this challenge, I am 90% confident. As for the remaining 10%, I won't make any promises."

The crowd fell silent, feeling that Luo Nanwu was a completely different person from two years ago, possessing both a sharp and fierce courage and a calm and reserved demeanor.

The old woman stared intently at the young people below the stage, a hint of melancholy in her eyes.

She suddenly said, "Donghu, you've been stuck at the Early Divine Ability Stage for many years. Why don't you test your skills against Nanwu and let everyone see Nanwu's current strength?"

Luo Donghu was stunned. He, an elder, was fighting against Nanwu?

Just as he was about to refuse, Yu Tunzhou stepped into the center of the room, cupped his hands in greeting, and said, "Fourth Uncle, please."

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As the Fist Intent swept over, Luo Nanshuang and Luo Nanxi were forced to retreat repeatedly, their faces filled with horror.

What has Luo Nanwu experienced all these years to possess such profound and unfathomable Fist Intent?!

Luo Donghu's expression turned serious. He slowly stepped forward and said coldly, "Nanwu, I can see that you have indeed made considerable progress in the past two years! But you should understand that while you are improving, others are also improving, and they will only improve even more than you!"

Yu Tunzhou without further ado; before the fist arrives, the intention precedes it.

A fierce, clashing aura, like a raging tide, surged towards Luo Donghu.

"Today, I will fight my fourth uncle using only the ' North-Subduing Formation-Breaking Fist '!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he darted out like an iron cavalry charge through enemy lines, unleashing a powerful punch with both fists!

A dim yellow Gang Qi, resembling yellow sand, appeared around Luo Donghu, swelling and surging, sweeping across a ten-zhang radius like a wall, and then circling around him, like a fierce general on the battlefield clad in armor and wielding weapons.

This is the Luo Household's Yellow Sand Gang Qi, known for its fierce and domineering nature.

Luo Nanshuang and Luo Nanxi exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of schadenfreude in each other's eyes.

The most direct gap between the Divine Ability Realm and the Chain Forming Realm is the condensation of Gang Qi.

Chain warriors cultivate physical energy and blood, while magical power warriors can refine their energy and blood into Gang Qi, making a qualitative leap in both offense and defense.

Even if Luo Nanwu's fist techniques are exquisite, could he possibly withstand the innate Gang Qi of the Divine Ability Realm with his bare flesh and blood?

"Take this ' Iron Cavalry Tramples the Camp!"

Luo Donghu stomped his feet hard on the ground, causing the entire training ground to tremble.

He shot out like an arrow, his fists accompanied by swirling winds, heading straight for Yu Tunzhou.

The Gang Qi seemed to condense into dozens of galloping iron cavalry phantoms before his fist, their hooves pounding the air incessantly, as if a thousand troops were charging forward with this punch, ready to crush everything in sight.

No matter how fierce his Gang Qi was, he could never hit Yu Tunzhou.

Yu Tunzhou with agility, his footwork shifting as if he were freely weaving through a vast army, dodging the endless Gang Qi.

With his Primordial Spirit observing, Luo Donghu's attack trajectory was completely clear in his eyes, and his fist moves were full of flaws.

Gradually, everyone present realized what was going on, and their gazes turned strange.

Even those unfamiliar with Martial Dao could see the stark difference in the Mortal Realm fighting skills.

"What kind of skill is it to just dodge and weave!" Luo Donghu retorted angrily. "Nanwu, if you can't even beat me, don't even think about beating Tuoba Yu!"

He twisted his waist and unleashed his second punch, [Level the Lance and Break the Formation]!

But the next moment, he was suddenly horrified—where was Luo Nanwu in front of him?!

"My fourth uncle hasn't practiced martial arts in a long time, so not only have his boxing skills become rusty, but his fighting awareness has also deteriorated considerably."

The sound of Yu Tunzhou came from behind him.

Luo Donghu turned around abruptly, only to see a fist coming straight at him, striking him squarely in the chest.

"Fourth Uncle, this is my Iron Cavalry Tramples the Camp!"

A simple Iron Cavalry Tramples the Camp, devoid of any internal Gang Qi, yet imprinted on his chest with the overwhelming Fist Intent of a thousand troops!

Luo Donghu froze, feeling an overwhelming force surge into his body through his chest, instantly dispersing all his internal Gang Qi!

Is this... the power of the Primordial Spirit?

This Primordial Spirit power actually severed the flow of Gang Qi in his meridians!

Has Luo Nanwu's Primordial Spirit become this powerful?

Witnessing Luo Donghu being sent flying backward, spitting out a mouthful of blood, the crowd was shocked and puzzled. He had been defeated just like that?!

Why did Luo Donghu just watch Luo Nanwu walk up behind him?

"Alright, the outcome is decided."

The old woman on the stage slowly rose, the spotlight swept across the entire audience, and finally landed on Yu Tunzhou, her eyes almost overflowing with admiration.

In this battle, this young man made full use of his Nature Cultivation, toying with Luo Donghu as if he were a child, making it difficult for Luo Donghu to even find his position. Although he was the one holding the hammer, he couldn't hit anyone at all.

This is not a chance visit to Pure Land; it is clearly a permanent residence there, where one observes others and can even use Primordial Spirit to obscure their five senses.

She looked at Luo Donghu and slowly asked, "Donghu, do you know how we lost this battle?"

Luo Donghu flipped himself to his feet, his face showing dissatisfaction; he still had his Flesh and Blood Divine Ability yet to be used!

The old woman's voice turned colder. "So what if your Gang Qi is fierce? Nanwu can see through your flawed techniques at a glance. What's the point if you can't hit anyone?"

"Your cultivation of Nature Cultivation is also a complete mess. You were easily deceived by Nanwu's five senses, and you even forgot to guard your mind and body during the battle. Your combat awareness is also terrible. Nanwu reminded you from behind, but you still stupidly turned around and took a punch head-on."

Sensing the coldness in his ancestor's words, Luo Donghu quickly lowered his head.

The old woman looked at Yu Tunzhou and said meaningfully, "Nanwu, Tuoba Yu won't be as easily fooled as Donghu."

Yu Tunzhou smiled and said something that only a few people present could understand, "When we enter the cave, I will fight her on equal footing."

The old woman's eyes showed surprise, then she nodded. "It's good that you're confident."

Then, she paused, her voice suddenly becoming solemn and stern. "Nanwu will be fully responsible for all matters within the cave during this exploration. All members of the Luo Household who enter the cave must obey his orders. Anyone who dares to disobey will be dealt with according to the clan rules, without any leniency!"

"Yes! I will obey the ancestor's command!"

Everyone bowed and responded immediately, not daring to voice any objection.

Luo Nanwen was so excited that his face turned red, and he looked at his brother with admiration. It was a pity that his parents were away and could not share this joy with him.

Luo Nanxi, standing to the side, had a look of resentment in her eyes.

Soon, Luo Nanwu returned, and the internal strife within the Luo Household, as well as news of Luo Nanwu's challenge to Tuoba Yu, swept through the major Aristocratic Clan of Northern Plains within a few days.

In the villa of the Tuoba Clan.

Dressed in Hongyi, Tuoba Yu casually wiped her curved sword. She also had a scar on her forehead, and her eyes and brows exuded a unique arrogance and sharpness.

She was like a sharpened scimitar, both dazzling and dangerous.

After listening to the report from her clansmen, she finally dropped her nonchalant expression, and her sharp eyes narrowed slightly.

Having stumbled upon Pure Land, his Primordial Spirit's power greatly increased. Even Luo Donghu cultivator at the Early Divine Ability Stage, had his five senses clouded, allowing him to easily circle around behind him.

How could that good-for-nothing who couldn't even last two years under her command have such good luck?

A sinister smile suddenly appeared on Tuoba Yu's lips.

She has made great strides in the past two years, rising from a candidate on the Dragon and Tiger Ranking to nineteenth place. Among the younger generation in Northern Plains, she has almost never encountered a worthy opponent.

After a while, it inevitably becomes a bit boring.

But now, the stepping stones she once trampled underfoot have been transformed and dare to challenge her?

That's so interesting!

At this moment, an elderly man with white hair slowly walked in from outside the door. He was one of the elders of the Tuoba Clan External Scenery, and the grandfather of Tuoba Yu.

His gaze fell on Tuoba Yu, and he said in a deep voice, "Yu'er, Luo Nanwu's return is ill-timed. After entering the cave, find an opportunity to cripple him, but do not do it in public!"

The Tuoba Clan still wanted to win over the Luo Household, but if they directly killed Luo Nanwu, the leader of the Luo Household, this would be impossible.

Tuoba Yu raised her eyes, her bright smile tinged with a hint of ferocity, and said, "Grandfather, rest assured, I will find an opportunity to deal with Luo Nanwu. I want to see how many of my blows he can withstand."

The old man advised, "Your main target is still Xie Lintian from the Xie Household. Also, there's a change in the situation with the He Household. Lin Yueheng, ranked seventeenth on the Dragon and Tiger Ranking, will represent the He Household as their son-in-law."

"[One Sword Across the River] Lin Yueheng?" Tuoba Yu's eyes brightened even more, and he pursed his lips, saying, "It seems that this time in the grotto-heaven, I can finally enjoy myself to the fullest."

Looking at his granddaughter, the old man felt a headache coming on. He doubted that this crazy girl would remember his words, such as never crippling Luo Nanwu in public.

The Xie Household.

Upon receiving the news, Xie Lintian simply smiled and didn't seem to care too much.

In his view, Luo Nanwu was not worth mentioning at all.

This exploration of the cave was deliberately limited to the younger generation by the Xie Household, so there was no one in the Northern Plains who could rival him!

Time flew by, and the day for exploring the cave was fast approaching.

During this period, Yu Tunzhou, who had been cultivating alone deep within the mansion under the pretext of having some inner feelings, finally completed the nourishment of his heart before entering the grotto.

At this moment, Yu Tunzhou's eyes were lightly closed, and his breathing was long and even.

Kidney water stores essence, nourishing the whole body like a surging river or sea, endlessly regenerating;

The liver, being wood in nature, regulates and harmonizes the flow of qi, much like the sprouting of wood in spring, with each channel flowing smoothly.

The spleen, being of the earth element, transforms and transports Qi and Blood, governing them like the earth bearing all things—heavy, stable, and substantial.

The lungs, being of the metal element, govern qi and respiration; like a cold blade drawn from its sheath, they are sharp and unparalleled.

The Qi mechanism of the four internal organs has already formed an imperfect cycle, only lacking the final link!

With a thought, a barely audible sound emanated from the depths of his chest.

When the fire of the heart ignites, all five elements are complete.

The heart is fire, the master of the five internal organs, and the origin of blood vessels. The pulsation of Qi and Blood in the whole body depends entirely on the generation of heart fire.

At this moment, the Qi of the five internal organs is completely connected, forming a perfect closed loop that is without beginning or end and endlessly regenerating.

At the very moment his internal organs were fully restored, Yu Tunzhou felt his Qi and Blood suddenly boil over!

Previously, the abundant Qi and Blood accumulated by the four internal organs were drawn together by the five elements of the five internal organs, like hundreds of rivers flowing into the sea, all converging towards the Dantian Qi Sea.

Every inch of his physical body and every drop of his Essence Blood, honed since the Chain Forming Realm, was fully activated at this moment, circulating through his five internal organs, being refined, purified, and condensed again and again.

When the five internal organs are in harmony, Qi and Blood act as charcoal, Dantian) acts as a furnace; this is the Blood Qi Furnace.

Once the furnace is complete, the body's Qi and Blood seem to find their home, like rivers flowing into the sea, all surging into the furnace to be continuously condensed, compressed, and sublimated.

The already abundant Qi and Blood became even more condensed under the tempering of the furnace.

What's even more amazing is that this Blood Qi Furnace is not an inanimate object, but rather it operates on its own with every heartbeat, constantly refining Qi and Blood and tempering the body.

Even when he was eating, sleeping, practicing his martial arts, or fighting enemies, this furnace was constantly running on its own, refining his physical body, truly making "walking, standing, sitting, and lying down all forms of cultivation."

Just as the Blood Qi Furnace completely solidified, the pure and spiritual energy within the heart meridian rushed straight to the tongue, bursting through the last invisible barrier.

From then on -

The five internal organs are complete, and the furnace is fully formed!

All seven orifices are open, Form Refinement Perfection!