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”Boss, the Cultivation Immortality List has begun registration. Let’s quickly sign up.”

”Yes, I think both you and Zhao Lanjin should participate in the Cultivation Immortality List.”

Xiao Zhuang and Zhou Yang talked about the Cultivation Immortality List, both feeling somewhat spirited, as if this was their chance to shine.

Qin Tian, however, was noncommittal and asked Zhou Yang, ”Old Zhou, what about Old Zhao? Has he successfully crossed the tribulation?”

Zhou Yang laughed, ”Of course he succeeded. Now, Old Zhao’s cultivation is already at the Middle Stage of the Longevity Realm. He’s on duty at the East Gate now and doesn’t know you’ve returned yet.”

Qin Tian nodded and said, ”Cultivation Immortality List, good, I must participate in this competition!”

After resting at home for a day, Qin Tian discussed with Zhao Lanjin about participating in the Cultivation Immortality List.

Zhao Lanjin, unexpectedly, was not interested in participating and said, ”Boss, from East Capital City to the Imperial City, I have always been here to repay your kindness from back then. As for other things like fame and success, I haven’t thought about them nor am I interested. You go ahead; I am willing to always be the man behind you.”

”The man behind me... your words give me the creeps...”

Qin Tian laughed heartily, understanding Zhao Lanjin’s thoughts. Since the death of his beloved woman, Zhao Lanjin has had little hope for the world, and only now, after several years, has slightly improved.

Moreover, Zhao Lanjin detested the Crown Prince deeply. He was once part of the Crown Prince’s Sword Shadow Organization. If he participated in the Cultivation Immortality List, there was a high chance of being recognized by the Crown Prince’s men, so Zhao Lanjin chose to keep a low profile.

After confirming that only Qin Tian would participate in the Cultivation Immortality List, the next day, Qin Tian went to the Imperial Palace to report back to the Ice Emperor.

Qin Tian did not have the qualification to attend the court session, so he could only wait outside the corridor of the Political Affairs Hall because the Ice Emperor had decreed that Qin Tian would be summoned after the court session.

Qin Tian waited and waited until the ministers and generals dispersed from the Political Affairs Hall and walked out in groups of three or two.

”Ha, isn’t this the East Gate Great Governor who disappeared for more than half a year?”

”Yes, I thought he was dead, but surprisingly, he came back.”

”Tsk tsk, this kid is indeed unafraid of challenges. I heard he went to propose marriage to the Murong Family, wanting to become their son-in-law. Haha, a bit arrogant.”

”I heard he’s from East Capital City with no background or status. I don’t know where he gets his confidence. Haha, anyway, I heard the Murong Family rejected him.”

”Of course, the Murong Family favors the Xiao Family’s Xiao Lingyun, who is a more suitable match.”

”I think so too. The dignified Murong Family wouldn’t look favorably upon a country boy.”

Qin Tian stood about ten meters outside the Political Affairs Hall, waiting while some of the princes and ministers, who recognized Qin Tian, gossiped and pointed at him, all with mocking expressions.

Qin Tian completely ignored their ridicule, just giving a cold smile without even glancing at them.

”Oh, if it isn’t Qin Tian?”

Suddenly, within the crowd, a loud voice sounded, causing Qin Tian to frown. He looked up to see the person addressing him coming directly from the Political Affairs Hall—Murong Ao.

”This guy has the qualification to attend court?”

Seeing Murong Ao in officer’s attire, Qin Tian was stunned, eyebrows furrowing deeply, finding it unbelievable.

Murong Ao wore a condescending smile as he and another person approached Qin Tian. That person Qin Tian recognized was Xiao Lingyun, the one trying to win Murong Fei’s favor.

Xiao Lingyun was originally a figure on the Cultivation Immortality List, so it wasn’t surprising for him to attend court.

”You’ve returned? I heard you went to the Spiritual Path for cultivation, thought you might die there, but unexpectedly, you came back alive.”

Murong Ao and Xiao Lingyun approached Qin Tian, both with the typical demeanor of foppish youths from aristocratic families, as Xiao Lingyun sneered.

”However, even if you return alive, it doesn’t matter. Although the Spiritual Path can enhance your strength, with your talent, that’s about it.”

Xiao Lingyun stared at Qin Tian, deliberately raising his voice, and continued, ”Qin Tian, the Cultivation Immortality List has started its registration; are you sure you still want to register? I advise you, having struggled to reach the position of East Gate Great Governor from East Capital City, you should cherish it.”

”As for our bet from half a year ago, you might as well eat it yourself. Stop betting against me and Murong Ao. Do you think it’s possible to surpass us in the Cultivation Immortality List ranking? I advise you not to humiliate yourself.”

Xiao Lingyun intentionally raised his voice, causing the surrounding ministers to glance at Qin Tian.

”This kid wants to compete with the Young Masters of the Xiao Family and Murong Family in the Cultivation Immortality List ranking? Impossible, right?”

”This is probably really self-humiliating. The Xiao and Murong families are noble and powerful, with strong foundations. This is the East Gate Great Governor Qin Tian, right? What does he have to compete with them?”

Two people nearby talked loudly as they walked past Qin Tian.

Qin Tian remained silent, only looking up to sweep his eyes over Murong Ao and Xiao Lingyun when he saw Murong Ao wanted to speak again. He said, ”The bet is still valid; I just wonder if you have the guts to continue betting with me?”

”Heh, do we have the guts?”

”Humph, what a joke!”

Murong Ao and Xiao Lingyun laughed with disdain.

Xiao Lingyun sneered, ”I’m giving you an opportunity, yet you don’t want it. Fine, in that case, I’ll see you on the Cultivation Immortality List. I want to see what qualifications you have to boast in front of me!”

As Xiao Lingyun spoke, an eunuch walked out of the Political Affairs Hall, summoning Qin Tian to enter.

Qin Tian responded, casting a disdainful glance at Xiao Lingyun, and said, ”I’ll let you be arrogant for a few more days. When the Cultivation Immortality List is ranked, I’ll teach you a lesson!”

After finishing, Qin Tian turned and walked directly into the Political Affairs Hall.

”This guy sure is stubborn!”

Xiao Lingyun, provoked by Qin Tian’s words, frowned and watched Qin Tian’s figure disappearing into the hall, speaking coldly, ”Indeed, a man daring to compete with me for Murong Fei has some guts... Humph, a few days, just a few days, after that, I’ll beat the fight out of you!”

”Brother Lingyun, don’t bother stooping to his level. He’s just trying to use our two families to gain attention. Humph, we’re already court officials; smooth sailing in the future is inevitable. This Qin Tian is just a minor episode on our path forward.”

Murong Ao walked beside Xiao Lingyun, speaking softly.

Xiao Lingyun nodded, ”Makes sense, but,” Xiao Lingyun looked back at Murong Ao with a smug smile, ”But I still like it when you call me brother-in-law, hahaha!”