60: Chapter 60 The Dragon-Controlling Manual

She took a deep breath, suppressing the slight ripple in her heart, and her eyes returned to their icy coldness.

"If any man dares to harbor designs on Qingyue and tries to treat her like that... I will surely cleave him in two with my sword!"

...

Meanwhile, on the back of Little Gold, Ye Changge moved his thoughts and summoned the System's golden grand roulette.

"System, start the lucky draw!"

The roulette spun rapidly, and after five breaths, it slowly came to a halt.

The pointer landed squarely and precisely on the [Cultivation Technique] section!

[Ding! Congratulations to the Host for obtaining the Heaven Rank Cultivation Technique — "Ten Thousand Soldiers Dragon Control Canon"!]

["Ten Thousand Soldiers Dragon Control Canon": The Sect-protecting Cultivation Technique of the Ten Thousand Dragon Sect. Those who Cultivate this canon can command Dao Soldiers and merge with them to greatly increase their strength; it is a Sharp Weapon for Sect warfare!]

"Another Heaven Rank Cultivation Technique? And it's of the Dao Soldier type?"

Ye Changge's eyes lit up.

The art of Dao Soldiers is renowned throughout the Cultivation World.

So-called Dao Soldiers are not ordinary Puppets or pet beasts.

Instead, they are combat units cultivated, refined, and tamed through special methods.

They often appear in organized formations, fighting in arrays, with astonishing power.

They are certainly not something an average Family can afford to raise.

In the entire Zhao State, only one Golden Core Family keeps two units of Dao Soldiers.

With Dao Soldiers guarding the Sect, even a Pseudo-Core Cultivator who has cultivated the relevant technique can hold their own against a Golden Core Cultivator.

It can be said that this is the face and foundation of a Family!

"System, Legacy!"

Hum!

A massive stream of information surged into Ye Changge's Sea of Consciousness.

"Outline of Dao Soldier Cultivation," "Secret Art of Soldier-Spirit Fusion," "Detailed Explanation of Battle Array Evolution"...

A moment later, he slowly opened his eyes, a flash of brilliance shimmering within his pupils.

"This 'Ten Thousand Soldiers Dragon Control Canon' is truly profound!"

He carefully digested the content of the Legacy, and gradually, a plan formed in his heart.

"The Cultivation Technique mentions that one of the most suitable carriers for refining Dao Soldiers is a type of spiritual fish Yao Beast possessing Flood Dragon Bloodline... Don't the 'Green Wave Flood Dragon Fish' in the 'Dragon Transformation Lake' of Longmai Mountain fit the requirements perfectly?"

Although the "True Dragon Bloodline" boasted by the Li Family steward was likely an exaggeration.

But since they carry the word "Flood Dragon," it stands to reason that they possess at least some diluted Flood Dragon blood.

"After returning, I must study those spiritual fish carefully. If I can really Cultivate a unit of Dao Soldiers..."

A smile tugged at the corners of Ye Changge's mouth.

...

A few days later, the mountain gate of the Lingxiao Sect was already in sight.

Ye Changge pressed down his escape light and landed outside the mountain gate.

He took out a jade slip for communication and sent a call.

A moment later, Xia Qingyue led Ye Bufan out.

"Daddy!"

Ye Bufan ran over happily.

Ye Changge smiled and ruffled his hair.

"You've broken through to the first level of Qi Refining?"

Ye Bufan nodded vigorously: "Yes!"

Ye Changge looked at Xia Qingyue and said sincerely.

"During this period, thank you, Fairy, for your careful guidance."

Xia Qingyue shook her head: "Bufan is very sensible and works hard at his cultivation, so it wasn't any trouble."

She paused, seemingly wanting to say something, but not knowing how to begin.

Seeing this, Ye Changge knew he had to find a topic, so he took the initiative to speak.

"Fairy Xia, was there any important matter regarding your mission outside earlier?"

Speaking of serious matters, Xia Qingyue's expression returned to a degree of coldness.

"Yes. Fellow Daoist, do you know about the Yu Kingdom, which borders our Zhao State?"

Ye Changge nodded: "I have heard a little. I heard that the Yu Kingdom does not prohibit the Demonic Path, and the power of the Demonic Sects is quite large."

"Exactly," Xia Qingyue said.

"The Demonic Path of the Yu Kingdom and the Righteous Path of our Zhao State have long had friction, and conflicts have erupted many times throughout history."

"Recently, our Sect's Disciples patrolling the border sent back news that the Demonic Cultivators from the Yu Kingdom seem to be stirring again, frequently appearing at the border between the two countries."

"Fellow Daoist, you should be careful when going out during this period."

Upon hearing this, Ye Changge's expression became a bit more serious.

Demonic Path invasion?

This is a major event concerning the survival of a country's entire Cultivation World!

He had originally thought that the Zhao State was still peaceful, but now it seems.

There has never been true peace in this Cultivation World.

After his own Foundation Establishment, he had indeed become somewhat complacent.

Thinking he could protect his Family and live in peace in one corner.

Now, hearing Xia Qingyue's words, he suddenly realized that he was still in the midst of great waves.

In the face of a true Sect war or a Demonic Path invasion, a Foundation Establishment Cultivator is nothing more than a slightly larger ant.

To truly protect his Family, Foundation Establishment is far from enough!

It seems he must improve his strength as soon as possible and achieve Core Formation early.

"Thank you, Fairy, for the reminder," Ye Changge said solemnly.

"I will certainly be careful."

Hearing this, Xia Qingyue nodded.

Immediately after, she pursed her lips, and a trace of hesitation flashed in her cold eyes.

She spoke softly:

"I wonder, Fellow Daoist... do you have time in the next few days?"

Ye Changge heard this and nodded:

"Yes, I do. Fairy, have you encountered problems with your Cultivation Technique again?"

Xia Qingyue gave a soft "Yes," her voice lower than usual, as if it were hard to say:

"Yes, I have encountered some problems with my Cultivation Technique again, and I... I would like to accompany you back to your home... to see how you interact with your Family in your daily life."

"Hmm?" Ye Changge was slightly stunned.

Observe my daily life?

This request is somewhat unique.

However, thinking about it again, this might be a good opportunity to reveal his true identity to her.

Always deceiving her with a pseudonym, he had always felt a bit guilty in his heart.

So he nodded and smiled: "Alright, as long as it helps Fairy Xia's cultivation, it is naturally fine."

Seeing him agree, the corners of Xia Qingyue's lips beneath her veil seemed to curve slightly. Although it was not clear, her eyes softened a little.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist."

Ye Changge did not delay any further and boarded Little Gold's back together with Xia Qingyue and Ye Bufan.

The golden giant eagle let out a long cry, spread its wings, turned into a stream of light, and sped off in the direction of Longmai Mountain.

...

In less than half a day, the towering and continuous Longmai Mountain came into view.

On the main peak, the halls were imposing, and Spiritual Qi was dense; it was clearly a well-managed spiritual land of a Family.

A trace of doubt flashed in Xia Qingyue's eyes.

She had always thought he was a Loose Cultivator, or perhaps a Talisman Master from some small market, but she did not expect him to live in such a large-scale Family spiritual land.

Could it be that he was invited here to serve as a guest elder?

At this moment, Ye Bufan, who was being held by her, also raised his little face and asked curiously: "Daddy, where is this? Our home isn't here, right?"

Ye Changge chuckled and ruffled his son's hair: "Bufan, we've moved. This place is called Longmai Mountain, and from now on, it will be our new home."

After saying this, he turned to Xia Qingyue, bowed, and said sincerely: "Fairy Xia, I apologize, I have been hiding something from you."

"Actually, my real name is Ye Changge. I am not a Loose Cultivator, but the Head of the Ye Family of Longmai Mountain. Previously, due to some reasons, I used the pseudonym 'Li Feiyu' while outside, and I hope you will forgive me."

Upon hearing this, Xia Qingyue's cold eyes widened slightly, and a trace of surprise flashed through them.

The Old Ancestor of the Ye Family of Longmai Mountain?

Although the Old Ancestor of a Foundation Establishment Family, in the eyes of a True Disciple of the Lingxiao Sect like her, was not a particularly prominent status.

But... how old is he? Judging by his bone age, he seems to be a few years younger than herself.