Longevity through Upgrading Buildings

Cloud Rain Sect, Ancestral Hall.

Zhou Cang and Fairy Baihua, who were just full of smiles, were now stunned in place.

After Ji Yuan spoke these words, he also dispersed the effect of the Transformation Talisman on himself.

A burst of white light flashed across his body, revealing his true appearance at last.

He couldn’t remember the last time he had appeared so openly in front of people.

In these years of being hunted and hiding, life had been unsatisfactory, always forcing him to appear before people with various identities and appearances.

But this time was different.

After forming his Nascent Soul, Ji Yuan had the confidence to appear in front of anyone.

Even if the Black and White Dual Fiends and Mei Manor were before him, he would dare to do so.

‘Judging from their reactions, it seems that not only Fairy Baihua recognizes me, but Zhou Cang does too? Could it be that my name is actually so renowned, even reaching Cloud Rain Sect near the Desolate Ancient Continent?’

Ji Yuan did not think this was the case.

But judging from this, there certainly seemed to be significant secrets within Cloud Rain Sect.

The revelation of Ji Yuan’s identity truly shocked Zhou Cang and Fairy Baihua, and they began communicating with each other frantically.

Zhou Cang: “He… he’s actually Elder Ji… Ji Yuan! Wasn’t he missing after leaving Rashamon Sea? How could he possibly arrive at the Xingluo Archipelago!”

“He is Ji Yuan. I saw him from afar before, which means he already knew my identity and thus chose our Cloud Rain Sect.” Fairy Baihua instantly understood.

“What should we decide on this matter?”

Zhou Cang had thoughts but couldn’t guess Fairy Baihua’s, so he had to ask.

“Senior Brother, do you intend to kill and seize treasure?”

Fairy Baihua was always direct, never hiding anything, even when speaking to Zhou Cang.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Cang resisted the urge to roll his eyes and continued, “After all these years, don’t you know what kind of person I am? I’ve never killed and seized treasure.”

“Moreover, take a look at who the person before us is. Back during his Core Formation Stage, he could already contend with a group of Mid-stage Nascent Soul old monsters. Now that he’s formed his Nascent Soul… and dares to reveal his identity, if it really comes to blows, who’s to say who will kill and seize treasure?”

“My suggestion is to keep him, and our attitude must be determined.”

As Fairy Baihua spoke, she pondered slightly before adding, “You know our current situation; we urgently need new Nascent Soul cultivators. Although Ji Yuan has just formed his Nascent Soul, I estimate his strength is definitely not inferior to yours or mine. As for enemies… anyone who has formed a Nascent Soul has a few nemeses, haven’t they?”

“I think the same.”

Zhou Cang responded, “Moreover, I’ve investigated him. Many past evil deeds were actually committed under the guise of Qiu Qianhai using his name; his real actions… are more righteous than many who claim to follow the Righteous Dao.”

“Oh?”

Fairy Baihua was a bit surprised but wholeheartedly believed Zhou Cang upon hearing this.

“Then it’s no problem at all.”

After their brief transmission, Fairy Baihua took the initiative to say, “What’s the problem? If someone truly comes chasing Brother Ji, Senior Brother Zhou and I will definitely go all out to protect you.”

“Exactly.”

Zhou Cang laughed heartily with his hands in his sleeves, “I, Zhou Cang, may lack other skills, but I am quite proficient in the Wood Technique. Then, Brother Ji, you need not worry about injuries as long as they’re not fatal; I can ensure your safety.”

…Oh? It seems Zhou Cang is actually a healer cultivator.

Ji Yuan watched their sincere expressions.

Indeed, this was somewhat unfamiliar to Ji Yuan, who had long been hunted.

He knew that revealing his identity meant they wouldn’t dare act against him, but he had expected them to refuse his joining Cloud Rain Sect.

After all, he had a heap of troublesome matters behind him.

If they allowed him to join, these matters would inevitably involve Cloud Rain Sect and them both.

But unexpectedly, they had no intention of refusal; instead, they wholeheartedly reassured him.

So this made Ji Yuan fall silent, and he also heard Tu Yue’s voice in his sea of consciousness.

“Master, it seems these two are quite good; they don’t aim to snatch your treasures.”

“No… now I’m worried that they might also have significant troubles, which is why they want me to join quickly.”

“Master, are you saying that you might be boarding each other’s pirate ship?”

“Exactly.”

Ji Yuan spoke with a deep breath.

Regardless.

Having many lice doesn’t itch; Ji Yuan knew who had the more troublesome matters, and besides, he had already offended nearly all the Nascent Soul cultivators on Jiyuan Continent and Cangluo Continent.

So what’s there to fear?

“In that case, I will rely on the two of you for guidance in the future.”

Ji Yuan said, rising and cupping his hands towards them in gesture.

“Haha, good!”

Zhou Cang couldn’t help but laugh heartily at this sight, “Brother Ji, you’re too kind.”

He quickly stepped forward to support Ji Yuan, stroking his beard with a smile, finding Ji Yuan more and more agreeable.

“There’s no need for such formality among the three of us. As for the title… If Brother Ji does not mind, you can address me as Senior Brother Zhou like Junior Sister Baihua.”

Ji Yuan cupped his hands towards him and Fairy Baihua once more.

“Greetings, Senior Brother Zhou, Senior Sister Baihua.”

“Greetings, Junior Brother Ji.”

After the three exchanged greetings, they all felt more comfortable, at least without having to test each other further.

When they sat again, Zhou Cang sat right beside him, curiously asking, “Junior Brother Ji, weren’t you originally on Jiyuan Continent? How did you come to the Xingluo Archipelago?”