Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan

Chapter 380 - 386: Demanding

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Speaking of which, because Wang Daozhi often visited, the relationship between the two had indeed become somewhat closer. Although they couldnʼt be called close friends, to refer to each other as friends was certainly no problem.

”Sigh!” Wang Daozhi let out a deep sigh and after a long silence, his hoarse voice said, ”Thereʼs not much time left until the Secret Realm opens!”

This meant that the major powers had to stop pursuing this matter, but on the other hand, it very well might escalate into a final frenzy, sparing no effort. It was possible that the number of cultivators who perished in the end would exceed all previous losses combined!

Li Zhirui didnʼt take this matter to heart because, in his opinion, if those cultivators were still falling for tricks under such circumstances, there really was no saving them. Such foolish people would die sooner or later; it was just a question of when.

”There are still over three months to go. Letʼs just wait and see,” Li Zhirui said indifferently.

Given that Wang Daozhi had cultivated to his current realm, he naturally wasnʼt the type to be exceedingly kind. Seeing Li Zhiruiʼs reaction, Wang Daozhi didnʼt dwell on the matter further and instead asked, ”How much do you know about the Secret Realm?”

Li Zhiruiʼs eyebrows raised slightly as he shared what he knew about the Secret Realm: ”It is said that The Secret Realm of Wanxian was opened by immortals of the Great Thousand World, with the purpose of passing down the legacy of the Immortal Tao in this realm.”

”Among them, the Stone Pagoda is an Immortal Artifact, divided into nine levels. It possesses two Divine Powers, Sumeru Mustard Seed and Refine Illusion into Reality. Thus, the trials within the pagoda seem completely real, but in actuality, they are rootless phantasms.”

Wang Daozhi just nodded, but did not continue on this topic. Instead, he asked, ”Do you know how, after passing the trials, the Stone Pagoda satisfies our demands?”

”This...” Li Zhirui shook his head. He had considered this question before but wasnʼt privy to related information, so he wasnʼt very clear about it.

”Rumor has it, above the nine levels of the pagoda, there is an Immortal Artifact called Myriad Treasures Pond. As long as it has collected a type of Spiritual Object, it can then be constructed out of Spiritual Energy,”

And as for things like cultivation techniques, the Myriad Treasures Pond only needs to copy them once, and they will exist permanently.

As for how the Myriad Treasures Pond has collected all the Spiritual Objects from low to high throughout the ages of the Profound Origin Realm, that remains unknown. Perhaps, this is the means of those legendary immortals.

”I see!” Li Zhirui was noncommittal about this claim; after all, these things were too fantastical and high-end. They werenʼt of much relevance to him, a mere Golden Core cultivator.

However, Li Zhirui found it quite intriguing that Wang Daozhi was aware of such a rumor that circulated among only a select few.

His background must be extraordinary!

But, when Li Zhirui thought back to the first time he met Wang Daozhi, it seemed somewhat strange. If he knew so much, his lineage certainly couldnʼt be lowly, but if he were from a major power, why would he be pursued and killed? And why was he alone here?

Although Li Zhirui was curious, he had no intention of asking, since their acquaintance was not deep enough to warrant such probing.

After some more pleasantries, Wang Daozhi took his leave.

Li Zhirui also returned to his quiet room and began preparing for the opening of the Secret Realm, ensuring his condition was optimal to maintain his best combat strength.

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”Is this Stone Pagoda Immortal City?” Li Zhiyue looked at the city before her, weathered by the long passage of time, and seemed somewhat lost in thought, wondering about something.

”Presumably, Jiu is within this Immortal City, isnʼt he?” As for whether or not to look for him, Li Zhiyue already had her answer.

After all, with her strength, things would be fine as long as she didnʼt encounter any problems. However, once she met other cultivators in the Secret Realm, there was a fear she might fall into danger. But if she was by Li Zhiruiʼs side, then she wouldnʼt need to worry about this at all!

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Moreover, Li Zhirui possessed a great number of Spiritual Objects, and if possible, she too desired to obtain some from him to augment her own strength.

Li Zhiyue knew in her heart that what she was doing wasnʼt right, yet she had no alternative — she would disregard everything to avenge Li Shiting!

After entering Immortal City, Li Zhiyue promptly took out the Communication Talisman for Li Shiqing that Li Shiqing had given her.

”Buzz—”

The talisman activated, instantly transforming into a beam of Spirit Light and flying towards a certain location within the city.

Before even a quarter had passed, the Communication Talisman arrived in front of Li Zhirui, ”Eh? Why is there a Communication Talisman of mine? Could it be that someone from the family has come?”

Li Zhirui immediately stood and walked outside, unsure of who the visitor was, or why they had traveled so far to come here.

Could it be that something had befallen the family? At this thought, a sudden shock struck Li Zhiruiʼs heart, and his expression became noticeably flustered as he hastened to the door.

Before long, Li Zhiyue appeared within his line of sight.

”Where are the other family members?”

Li Zhiyue, puzzled, ”What other people? Jiu, I came here alone; could it be youʼre not welcoming me?”

”No, I just didnʼt react at once and thought something had happened to the family,” Li Zhirui explained somewhat embarrassedly.

At the same time, it was only now that Li Zhirui remembered that besides him, the family had Li Zhiyue, a centenarian Golden Core!

”However, with the outside world being so complicated, how did you get here?”

Li Zhiyue smiled faintly; her method was not anything secretive, but merely disguising her identity. She didnʼt let outsiders know that her destination was Stone Pagoda Immortal City, and even less the soon-to-be-opened Secret Realm of Wanxian.

By dressing herself as an old crone, she fooled many cultivators; after all, no one would guess that a white-haired, elderly woman was actually a young Golden Core.

Although he and Li Zhiyue hadnʼt seen each other for many years, just through this brief contact, Li Zhirui noticed she had changed a lot. As for whether it was for better or worse, it didnʼt really concern him, given that there had indeed been a relationship between them in the past.

”I would like to ask Jiu for a batch of Spirit Talismans and Spirit Pills to prepare for emergencies.” She hadnʼt thought there was something wrong before saying it, but after voicing it out loud, Li Zhiyue felt somewhat ashamed — the items she was asking for belonged to Li Zhirui, after all.

”Theyʼre yours,” said Li Zhirui without hesitation, handing over the Spiritual Objects he held. Then he casually asked, ”Is that enough?”

”Thank you, Jiu!” Li Zhiyue was truly grateful, but on the other hand, she felt increasingly guilty.

Li Zhirui shook his head; fearing they wouldnʼt be enough in the past, the family had prepared a great multitude of Spiritual Objects for him. What he had given away was merely a drop in the ocean but if it could enhance Li Zhiyueʼs strength, it was excellent.

Although Li Zhiyue hadnʼt said it, Li Zhirui guessed that her entering the Secret Realm, undergoing trial in Stone Pagoda, and the rewards sheʼd receive, would definitely not all go to the family. It was very likely for her own benefit.

This realization made Li Zhirui somewhat uncomfortable, but there was nothing he could do, after all, it was her personal choice and the family hadnʼt given her that sort of impression. He surely couldnʼt expect everyone to be selflessly devoted, could he?