Immortality Starts With Investment

Several days later.

Ye Chen arrived alone at the Myriad Races Immortal City. As for the Holy Master and elders who had originally been with him, once they realized Ye Chen no longer needed protectors, they went off to deal with the Alkaid Holy Land. It was said they planned to form alliances and jointly target the Alkaid Holy Land to destroy it.

Although Alkaid Holy Land still possessed an immortal artifact, and the arrays left behind by a true immortal could restore the artifact’s power to half its strength—far surpassing what a Quasi-Immortal could achieve—It was still useless.

After all, most top forces had Quasi-Immortal ancestors. As long as enough immortal artifacts were brought to bear, the Alkaid Holy Land would not last long.

Ye Chen naturally had no objections to this. Although Alkaid Holy Land had never openly stood against him, many of his enemies had received their secret support. There was no mercy to be had.

The only exception was Alkaid’s Holy Maiden. Ye Chen had already seriously refused. Yet the Holy Master had emphasized several times that she was the former fiancée of Alkaid’s Holy Son. The elders also seemed to have their own ideas.

It left him helpless. He really was not that kind of person. The rumor that he liked female cultivators who already had Dao companions was pure slander. Just like the rumor that he was a simp. Unfortunately, no matter how he tried, he could never clear it up.

…

Setting those thoughts aside, the moment Ye Chen descended into the Myriad Races Immortal City, a graceful figure arrived with a fragrant breeze and threw herself into his arms. ”Big Brother Ye, I missed you so much! After hearing the news about you, I wanted to go find you many times, but I was afraid the other female cultivators around you would get unhappy and scold you! I’m different. I only know how to… feel sorry for Big Brother!”

The familiar tea fragrance washed over him. Ye Chen could not help but smile. It was indeed his little tea girl, Yao Yuezhi.

Ye Chen held her in his arms. ”Alright, alright, stop acting so tea-like! After dealing with the Exiled Immortal, I came straight to find you. This time I’ll stay with you longer!”

The corners of Yao Yuezhi’s mouth curved up. ”Then will Big Brother finally make me completely his? If your body is tired, I can ask Mother to brew some great tonic soup… Father said it’s fine!”

Ye Chen’s mouth twitched. He raised an eyebrow. After hesitating for a moment, he nodded.

Although Ye Chen was certain that when a female cultivator reached ten thousand times multiplier before becoming his Dao companion, there would definitely be special changes, there was no need to wait until ten thousand times for everyone. He would only keep a few key ones for that.

For example, Senior An, Yan Qingcheng, and his fiancée. Yao Yuezhi was so enthusiastic. It would be rude to refuse.

Besides, she kept provoking him with tonic soup. It was time to properly educate Yao Yuezhi. Let her know that a real man did not need supplements.

…

Ye Chen’s arrival drew many onlookers. All races were present, but unlike last time—when many of the older generation had restrained themselves due to the bigger picture and refused to act—This time, the older generation showed zero desire to interfere.

Because everything that had happened in Immortal City had already spread, the Heavenly Emperor’s heir had blocked an immortal artifact with his bare body and slain the Exiled Immortal from the Other Domain.

This was practically a myth. They had enough self-awareness to know that if they acted, they would only be sending themselves to death. So they remained exceptionally calm.

The gazes directed at Ye Chen were filled with awe. Not a single provocateur appeared. Even the great clans whose prodigies Ye Chen had mercilessly slaughtered earlier would offer a friendly smile if their experts met his eyes. Even the powerhouses of the Undying Celestial Phoenix Clan actively avoided him.

”Long time no see!”

Yao Yuekong stepped forward and greeted him, his eyes full of emotion as he looked at Ye Chen.

Yao Yuekong had only just reached the Half-Saint realm. Looking at Ye Chen—who had been at the same realm back then but had now far surpassed him and could even fight Quasi-Immortals—he felt a thousand emotions.

Ye Chen simply nodded at him. Then, carrying Yao Yuezhi in his arms, he flew toward the city.

Halfway there, however, a graceful figure stopped in the distance.

Sensing the familiar aura, Ye Chen raised an eyebrow. It was Yan Wenwen of the Peacock Clan. Dressed in magnificent robes, she carried a noble and mature bearing, like a proud flower.

But Ye Chen knew how proactive Yan Wenwen could be behind closed doors. She was definitely the type who could handle the hall and the kitchen.

Yan Wenwen stood still without approaching. Her beautiful eyes were gentle and affectionate as she looked at Ye Chen with watery tenderness.

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Ye Chen nodded and transmitted his voice: ”I’ll come find you later…”

Yan Wenwen showed no jealousy at all. She nodded, exchanged a glance with Yao Yuezhi, then turned and headed toward the Peacock Clan’s district.

Yao Yuezhi raised her eyebrows and leaned against Ye Chen’s neck with a timid, delicate voice: ”Big Brother, although Sister is not as pure and transparent as me—belonging only to Big Brother in the past and future—Sister is still very good. If Big Brother wants, she can come too… I don’t mind at all. Big Brother doesn’t need to worry about me. As long as Big Brother is happy…”

Ye Chen chuckled. Yao Yuezhi’s tea flavor was getting stronger and stronger. Without another word, he carried her straight into the Heavenly Demon Clan’s residence in the city.

After enjoying tea for a short while, under Yao Yuezhi’s clear, water-like gaze, accompanied by a faint tea fragrance, the system notification finally sounded in Ye Chen’s mind:

”Congratulations to the host for gaining a new Dao Companion — Yao Yuezhi!”

”Gift multiplier enjoys Dao Companion bonus — 6,000 times × 2”

”Gift cooldown reduced — Gifting to her now only has a one-day cooldown!”

Ye Chen had expected this notification, so he did not pay it much attention. After all, there were far more pleasant sounds than the system’s voice right now.

In this manner, a full seven days passed.

With a faint smile, Ye Chen carried the still-recovering Yao Yuezhi and opened the cave mansion doors. Unlike when he had arrived, Yao Yuezhi had not yet recovered.

”Let your mother brew some great tonic soup for you!”

Ye Chen teased with a grin.

Yao Yuezhi, however, did not mind at all. She would never admit it. Her pretty face only showed exhaustion and happiness.

”Big Brother, are you going to the Peacock Clan next? I’m fine. I’ll just drink some soup. You can go ahead! You only need to remember that in the Heavenly Demon residence of the Myriad Races Immortal City, there is a girl named Yao Yuezhi who has always deeply loved you…”

Ye Chen’s mouth twitched. He gently patted her. ”Alright, alright. I’ll stay with you another seven days!”

After meeting Yao Yuezhi, Ye Chen had decided not to gift her the World-Destroying Black Lotus seed. It had nothing to do with her becoming his Dao companion, mainly because her previous 6,000-times multiplier was too low.

Moreover, she had only just entered the Great Saint realm a few days ago, and her aura was still unstable. The World-Destroying Black Lotus seed would naturally be best gifted to a female cultivator closest to the peak of the Great Saint realm. If their situations were roughly the same, He would naturally choose Lan Nuo, who had the highest multiplier. The effect would be optimal.

After arriving at the Myriad Races Immortal City, Ye Chen had already sent people to the Heavenly Emperor Hall and the Lan Clan Immortal City to inquire about the two women’s current cultivation levels. He would decide based on the situation and head directly to the most suitable one.

Setting aside distracting thoughts, Ye Chen focused on accompanying Yao Yuezhi. After drinking a few bowls of soup together, the two returned to the cave mansion once more.

Finally, seven days later, even though Yao Yuezhi was still speaking in her delicate, tea-like manner and looking pitifully charming, Ye Chen still left. News had come back from both the Heavenly Emperor Hall and the Lan Clan Immortal City. Both Yan Qingcheng and Lan Nuo were at the mid-stage of the Great Saint realm. Since they were the same, he would naturally choose the one with the higher multiplier.

Whenever Ye Chen thought of Lan Nuo, he could not help but smile. He suspected that Lan Nuo was probably watching the projection stone of him blocking the immortal artifact every day, extremely excited. She might even be practicing some hand techniques, preparing to block enemy weapons with her bare hands in the future. She might even come to ask him for advice.

After leaving the Heavenly Demon residence, Ye Chen headed toward the Peacock Clan. Although there had been many twists and turns, he had indeed come for Yan Ruyu in the beginning, which had given Yan Wenwen her opportunity. But since the opportunity had been given, he naturally could not ignore it. Since he was already here, he had to at least make a visit.

The moment Ye Chen arrived at the entrance of the Peacock Clan’s residence, a young figure was standing there.

Upon seeing Ye Chen, the figure froze for a moment, then immediately fled and disappeared without a trace.

Ye Chen laughed…

The one who had run away was none other than the Little Peacock King. He roughly understood the little fellow’s thoughts, so he did not mind that the boy showed zero gratitude and did not even greet his benefactor…

Soon, Yan Wenwen and a group of Peacock Clan higher-ups arrived. Even the Peacock Clan’s Quasi-Immortal ancestor personally came out to greet him.

From the ancestor alone, one could see how exceptionally blessed the Peacock Clan was in terms of appearance. Even though the ancestor was advanced in years and her skin had wrinkles, one could still feel her extraordinary bearing that transcended mere looks.

Ye Chen had no interest in exchanging too many pleasantries. After saying a few casual words, he took Yan Wenwen and left. The Peacock Clan’s higher-ups did not feel that Ye Chen was arrogant in the slightest. On the contrary, they were all deeply grateful to him.

Because before leaving, Ye Chen had slipped the ancestor a ginseng fruit that could extend lifespan. For the ancestor, whose lifespan was approaching its limit, this was the most precious treasure. And the ancestor’s extended life was a tremendous blessing for the entire Peacock Clan.

Under such circumstances, the Heavenly Emperor’s heir not wanting to chat with them was nothing at all.

…

Seven days later.

Ye Chen rose leisurely. Yan Wenwen gently helped him straighten his robe. ”Are you leaving now?”

Ye Chen stretched and nodded without hiding anything. ”I’m going to the Lan Clan Immortal City first, then I’ll return to the Great Yan Continent to break through to the Great Emperor realm!”

Yan Wenwen nodded. ”I’ll see you off…”

The two floated out of the Peacock Clan’s residence gates, preparing to head toward the city gate of the Myriad Races Immortal City.

In the distance, a graceful figure drifted over. Noble, magnificent, cold, and enchanting—all these qualities gathered on the woman before them. Every movement she made was accompanied by flowing seven-colored divine light, making her look like a goddess descending to the mortal world.

The woman was none other than Yan Ruyu.

Ye Chen was startled and stopped in place. It was not because he was dazzled by her beauty. He had seen her twice before, so that was not the reason. The real reason was the system notification that suddenly sounded in his mind:

”Detected change in the multiplier of a suitable gift target…”

”Yan Ruyu — 8,000 times!”

This notification made Ye Chen raise an eyebrow. The last time he had seen Yan Ruyu, she had been at 7,500 times. How many years had passed since then? She had actually jumped by a full 500 times.

Vaguely, Ye Chen could see the shadow of an eighth divine light flowing within the seven-colored divine radiance around her. It seemed she had encountered another opportunity. But even 8,000 times alone was not enough to truly move Ye Chen. What really caught his attention was the cultivation level she was currently displaying…