Chapter 1: The Lifespan Limit Tianlan Continent. State of Zhao, Joyous Union Sect. Outer Sect, Little Bamboo Peak. Inside a dilapidated courtyard house, an old man sitting cross-legged on a bed opened his eyes. They were filled with desolation. “Failed again!” Li Meng turned his head to gaze at the bamboo forest outside the window.

Chapter 2: The System Finally Arrives Chen Lan supported Li Meng as they entered the room, and the door closed behind them with a soft but definitive thud. Time seemed to blur within the secluded chamber. The air grew thick with a heady mixture of floral perfume and something warmer, more primal. Soft rustles of

Chapter 3: The Thousand Treasure Pavilion and Senior Qu Half an hour later. With a soft click, the door was unlatched from within. Chen Lan’s alluring figure emerged from the room. “Senior Brother, I’ll be heading back now.” Chen Lan turned to close the door, calling out toward the room’s interior. “Mn. Junior Sister, be

Chapter 4: Flawless Pills “Senior, have you been afflicted by the fire poison of a Poison Tail Crab demon beast?” Qu Rou, who was ascending the stairs, halted her steps. Standing on the staircase, she looked down at Li Meng with a face full of surprise. She hadn’t expected this Outer Disciple to possess such

Chapter 5: Qu Rou’s Flustered Fury He had admired her for decades? Qu Rou’s expression turned strange. Being admired for decades by an Outer Disciple whose Lifespan Limit was approaching… it gave her a very peculiar feeling. “Are you an Alchemist?” Qu Rou glanced inside the room. Li Meng chuckled. “I know a little, just

Chapter 6: Li Meng’s Bitter Resentment Half an hour later. With a soft click, the door to the room opened from within. Li Meng and Qu Rou emerged, one after the other. Qu Rou, her expression as cold as frost, took a seat by the tea table. Li Meng sat down opposite her. “How do

Chapter 7: The Scarlet Forbidden Ground A mid-grade flying sword shot out from the storage pouch, nimbly positioning itself beneath Li Meng’s feet. He stepped onto the sword and soared into the sky, disappearing beyond the horizon in the blink of an eye. He still needed a few spirit herbs to refine the Spirit Tempering

Chapter 8: Xue Ruyu and Xue Lun The Spirit Herb Garden’s External Affairs Hall. Not just anyone could enter the Spirit Herb Garden itself. If a sect disciple wished to purchase spirit herbs, they had to go to the External Affairs Hall. This hall served as the designated marketplace for all transactions involving the garden’s

Chapter 9: The Ice Serpent’s Inner Core A hundred-year-old spirit herb could be used to refine a first-grade pill. A five-hundred-year-old spirit herb could refine a second-grade pill. A thousand-year-old spirit herb was the material for a third-grade pill. Li Meng had originally intended to refine a second-grade Spirit Tempering Pill. Unfortunately, the Spirit Herb

Chapter 10: Talismans Talisman paper was refined from the hides of first-grade spirit beasts. If the hide shared the same earth attribute as the Godspeed Talisman, the resulting quality could be elevated by one tier, producing a Divine Firmament Talisman. “Drawing talismans doesn’t seem all that difficult after all. Let’s continue!” Li Meng pulled out

Chapter 11: Second-Rank Alchemist “Senior Brother, is there any unfulfilled wish you have? If this Junior Sister can accomplish it, I will definitely help you fulfill it!” Yuan Baobao was deeply aware of her shallow cultivation. Her aptitude wasn’t particularly good, either. Reaching Foundation Establishment was hopeful, but forming a Golden Core was a chasm

Chapter 12: The Crime Lies Not in the Jade, But in Owning It Excellent. His sub-profession had advanced to the second rank. A faint smile touched Li Meng’s lips. His gaunt frame rose from the bed, and he picked up his cyan robe from the floor to put it on. Outside, the plaque on the

Chapter 13: The Shapeshifting Talisman Li Meng had no desire for his peaceful daily life to be disturbed. The very reason he cultivated the reputation of a generous benefactor was to distance himself from the petty squabbles and power struggles among the sect’s disciples. Being targeted by a high-level cultivator within the sect was definitely

Chapter 14: The Attendant on the Second Floor Li Meng strolled out leisurely. After just a few steps, he soared into the air, riding his flying sword into the distance. Three hours later, at the Market City. In a narrow alley near the Auction House, Li Meng took out a Shapeshifting Talisman and slapped it

Chapter 15: The Lunar Body Li Meng swept a glance over the young attendant. [Qi Wei] [Age: 19] [Luck: 800] [Cultivation: Qi Condensation Fifth Layer] [Constitution: Lunar Body] [Affection: 0] “The Lunar Body?” A flicker of surprise passed through Li Meng’s eyes. What kind of constitution is this? Could her inability to grow be related

Chapter 16: Must Go to the “Scarlet Forbidden Ground” The higher one’s cultivation realm, the more difficult a breakthrough became. Although the Joyous Union Sect had two thousand Outer Disciples at the Qi Condensation stage, the number of Inner Disciples who had reached Foundation Establishment was less than three hundred. Golden Core Elders were even

Chapter 17: Duel at the Martial Arena Listening to the fading footsteps of the outer disciple, Li Meng stood by the bed in his bedroom, fastening his robes. He then strolled leisurely out of the room. Though his body felt a bit weary, he still had important matters to attend to today. Leaving the bedroom,

Chapter 18: Senior Qu’s Cloud Peak Abode “Senior Brother Su, rest assured. Once these ten years pass, I will certainly vent your anger for you.” “That woman Qu Rou truly doesn’t know what’s good for her. Being noticed by Senior Brother Su is an honor. With the resources of Senior Brother’s family supporting her, breaking

Chapter 19: Leave Immediately After We’re Done A pavilion stood upon the peak. Li Meng descended, landing softly in the courtyard before the structure. His aged eyes swept the surroundings before he strode, unhurried, toward the main entrance. With a push, the door swung open with a low creak. He stepped inside. On the second

Chapter 20: Spirit Sword Talisman Chen Lan smiled as she uncorked the vial. A rich, medicinal aroma immediately wafted out. “Is this… a Mid-grade Foundation Pill?” She was overjoyed. Obtaining a Foundation Pill was incredibly difficult for an Outer Disciple. Only the top ten in the sect’s grand competition, held once every decade, received one.

Chapter 21: The Bewildered Qu Rou “Come down, you’re too conspicuous!” Li Meng formed a hand seal and pressed downward. The spirit sword circling in the sky suddenly dove toward the earth. A streak of golden light flashed past above Little Bamboo Peak. With a thunderous crash, the spirit sword plunged into the bamboo forest.

Chapter 22: Lü Wei and Chen Lan She had witnessed the rare, Flawless pills, a sight unseen for a century, many, many times within just a single month. Just how was Junior Disciple Li accomplishing this? Outside Cloud Peak. “He’s out, he’s out!” The mist churned, and the passageway reappeared. Li Meng flew out of

Chapter 23: The Heaven-Reaching Spirit Vessel “Senior Brother Lu, you go back first. I’m going to find Senior Brother Li to ask for a few bottles of Soul Nourishing Pills!” With that, Chen Lan turned and soared away on her sword. “Junior Sister, you…” Lu Wei could only watch his Junior Sister’s retreating figure with

Chapter 24: The Immortal Beauty Ranking Seeing the surrounding Outer Disciples were intimidated, Wang Jian chuckled. Making the Outer Disciples back down was his task for the day. There were only one hundred slots to enter the Scarlet Forbidden Ground. Simply boarding the ship would automatically grant a spot. It was first come, first served;

Chapter 25: Dying Without Regret Three hours later. The Heaven-Reaching Spirit Vessel suddenly emitted waves of spiritual power. “We’re departing!” “Is the quota full?” The massive Heaven-Reaching Spirit Vessel slowly rose into the air. It gradually receded into the distant sky. On the plaza of the main sect hall, some Outer Disciples who had not

Chapter 26: The Five Great Sects Half an hour later. With a soft click, the cabin door opened. Li Meng and Yuan Baobao emerged, one after the other. Yuan Baobao’s cheeks were flushed a rosy pink, a hint of newfound allure flickering in her eyes. Li Meng’s face, on the other hand, bore traces of

Chapter 27: The Demonic Cultivator Li Meng felt his vision blur. Before he could even glance around, the ground suddenly vanished beneath his feet. A sensation of weightlessness followed immediately. His surroundings transformed into a boundless expanse of sky. Below him lay a forest shrouded in dense mist. Li Meng hastily formed a hand seal.

Chapter 28: The Hundred Soul Banner “A first-grade, superior Golden Shield Talisman? Interesting. You have quite a few treasures, fellow Daoist.” A light chuckle echoed from within the shifting fog. Deep in the mist, another cluster of green ghostly flames flickered into existence, drifting steadily toward Li Meng’s position. Soon, a figure began to materialize.

Chapter 29: The Bamboo Demon Only after the Hundred Soul Banner had turned to ash did Li Meng finally feel at ease. He formed a hand seal with both hands and pointed toward the sky. The Lightning Attraction Talisman suspended in the air ignited. In the blink of an eye, it too crumbled into a

Chapter 30: Mystic Yin Fruit? A female Outer Disciple of the Qingxu Sect flew out from the forest on her sword, heading straight for Li Meng. Several vengeful spirits burst from the woods in close pursuit. “Don’t panic, Junior Sister!” Li Meng formed a hand seal with one hand. A talisman glowing with golden light

Chapter 31: The Mist Demon Unfortunately, the system provided no information whatsoever. Li Meng cursed the system internally for being utterly useless. “What if it really is a ten-thousand-year Mystic Yin Fruit?” Standing by the lakeshore, Li Meng wore an expression of deep conflict. An inadvertent glance made his eyes light up. Not far along

Chapter 32: This is No Place to Linger The whispered conversation between the two drew envious looks from the single disciples of the Joyous Union Sect around them. Why didn’t they have such luck in finding a Dao Companion? “Fellow Junior Brothers and Sisters from other sects! This humble monk’s Dharma name is Hui Neng.

Chapter 33: Landscape Stream In the next moment, the three of them transformed into a streak of golden light and burrowed into the earth. Deep within the forest, a thousand meters away. Three streaks of golden light suddenly shot out from the ground. Li Meng, Yuan Baobao, and Xuan Hao materialized out of thin air.

Chapter 34: Sword Splitting Technique It was not small, measuring about a hundred feet in length. Its azure eyes were large and watery, and it looked as if it wanted to devour him in a single bite. “A second-grade demon beast?” Li Meng sized up the white serpent. The aura emanating from it wasn’t overwhelmingly

Chapter 35: The Toad in the Water “Senior Brother, I forgot to bring mine.” Li Meng looked at the Junior Sister beside him, momentarily speechless. He had no way of knowing if she was truly an Outer Disciple of the Joyous Union Sect or not. However, she clearly harbored no ill will toward him; when

Chapter 36: Beyond the Boundary Wall The Boundary Wall Li Meng chuckled, pointing at the guiding talisman. “Then we’ll have to ask it!” With that, Li Meng formed a hand seal with one hand. A golden talisman shot out from his storage pouch, transforming into a streak of golden light that soared into the heavens.

Chapter 37: The White Jade Coffin Unfortunately, his unique path of cultivation meant that no one could truly ever become his master. Li Meng reached out and patted his Junior Sister’s head. “Don’t be afraid, Little Junior Sister. A mere Foundation Establishment cultivator is nothing. Within the Scarlet Forbidden Ground, your Senior Brother is invincible!”

Chapter 38: Leaving the Scarlet Forbidden Ground Seeing the five-colored spiritual light emanating from her Senior Brother, Qi Wei’s eyes flickered with surprise. She hadn’t expected him to possess a Pseudo Spirit Root—and the lowest-grade type at that, containing all five elements. In theory, a cultivator with Five Spirit Roots would struggle to reach even

Chapter 39: A Talisman Prodigy? Li Meng cast a glance back at the Golden Core Grandmaster known as “Ruoshui.” Like himself, this Grandmaster was fast approaching his lifespan limit. The aura of death clinging to him was even thicker than Li Meng’s own. With a Luck value of only 200, his chances of breaking through

Chapter 40: Don’t Panic, Junior Sister Senior Brother Li had not forced her; she had come to him willingly. She would carry the secret of what passed between them to her grave, or at least until either she or Senior Brother Xuan met their end. Although she shared a deep bond with Xuan Hao, Yuan

Chapter 41: A Registered Disciple? Hua Biying smiled gracefully and stood beside Senior Brother Li. “Senior Brother, without the talismans you gifted us, Brother Qian and I might not have returned from this expedition. This debt of gratitude, this junior sister can only hold in her heart. In the future, if there is anything you

Chapter 42: Are You Worth That Price? Li Meng fell silent. It seemed Ancestor Nangong Wan had learned from her disciple about his proficiency in the Dao of Alchemy and Talismans. Was she planning to squeeze every last bit of value from him before he met his end? Li Meng didn’t blame Qi Wei for

Chapter 43: The So-Called Human Heart “You may leave now, Junior Sister.” Leave? Hua Biying looked at Senior Brother Li, her face a mask of confusion. “What does Senior Brother mean by this?” Li Meng chuckled softly, stroking his long beard. “Let us wait until this Senior Brother has established his Foundation before asking Junior

Chapter 44: Liu Siyue Following behind the Inner Sect Foundation Establishment Senior, Li Meng took the opportunity to admire her graceful silhouette from behind. The curve of her waist was exquisite, her jet-black hair swayed gently with each step, and her gait was a rhythmic pleasure to behold. [Name: Liu Siyue] [Age: 85] [Luck: 1500]

Chapter 45: Gambling for That Sliver of Hope He had only been away for a little over three months, yet the already dilapidated courtyard had fallen into even greater disrepair. “Forget it, it’s not like I’ll be staying here much longer anyway!” His nominal Master had told him to seek her out upon his return

Chapter 46: Soul Return Pill “Alchemy, alchemy!” After finishing two cups of tea, Li Meng stood up and walked toward the door of his residence. “Senior Brother! Is Senior Brother there?” Just as Li Meng pushed open the door to his alchemy room, before he could even step inside, a pleasant and ethereal voice rang

Chapter 47: A Fair Transaction “This Senior Brother can refine a batch of Soul Return Pills for you, Junior Sister. I will take full responsibility for procuring the necessary spirit plants myself, and I guarantee the quality will be no lower than Mid-grade.” Li Meng actually possessed the rare herbs required for the Soul Return

Chapter 48: A Passing Traveler in Life As the sun set in the west, night fell. Little Bamboo Peak was as deathly silent as ever under the cover of darkness. A graceful figure arrived, riding a flying sword, and descended slowly into the courtyard. The rich aroma of alchemical pills brought a faint smile to

Chapter 49: Menting Peak Within the Joyous Union Sect’s inner sect, on Menting Peak, pavilions and towers were scattered across the landscape like jewels. Zhao Hu descended from the sky, landing on a broad plaza. “Tsk tsk, truly worthy of an Inner Disciple’s residence. So imposing!” he muttered to himself, his eyes wandering as he

Chapter 50: Go Find Senior Qu Several days later. Joyous Union Sect. Outer Sect, Little Bamboo Peak. “Senior Brother! Is Senior Brother here?” In the afternoon, while Li Meng was refining pills in the alchemy room, a man’s shout suddenly erupted from outside. “Who is it? Can’t they see the ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign?” Inside

Chapter 51: The Mid-Grade Magic Treasure “Verdant Wood Ring” Half an hour later. … Curled against Li Meng’s chest, Qu Rou seemed lost in thought. Her gaze was clear, yet her internal musings remained inscrutable. “Senior Qu, you should begin preparations for your life-and-death seclusion. The Dustfall Pill will be ready by next month,” Li

Chapter 52: Sitting Death and Dao Dissipation Looking at the graceful figure reclining on the lounge chair, Li Meng chuckled softly and walked over. Bending down, he scooped Junior Sister Yuan up into his arms. Yuan Baobao was startled awake, a flicker of panic flashing in her eyes. Her lovely body tensed, struggling for a

Chapter 53: An Acquaintance At almost the same moment, every Outer and Inner Disciple turned their gaze in the same direction. “Farewell, Grandmaster!” The clear, unified chant echoed throughout the entire sect. The celestial phenomenon did not last long. In less than the time it takes an incense stick to burn, peace had returned to

Chapter 54: The So-Called “Dao Discussion” After closing the door, Li Meng turned and crossed the courtyard. His lean figure soared into the air, flying away on his sword. Within the Inner Sect of the Joyous Union Sect, at Cloud Peak. “Outer Disciple Li Meng pays his respects to Senior Qu!” Hovering on his flying

Chapter 55: Senior Brother! It’s a Deal Once a “Dao Exchange” partnership was established, progressing to become Dao Companions was a natural development. Within the Joyous Union Sect, female disciples generally selected their partners based on merit. They rarely maintained fixed Dual Cultivation partners; even a difference of a single minor realm would often prompt

Chapter 56: Refining the Soul Return Pill With a soft click, Li Meng pushed the door open and entered his alchemy chamber, the heavy wood closing firmly behind him. He settled onto his meditation mat, crossing his legs with practiced ease. With a wave of his hand, several jade vials containing the medicinal liquids required

Chapter 57: The Flawless Ageless Pill Watching the two sisters’ sword-riding figures gradually disappear into the distance, Li Meng smiled and stretched lazily. “So tired!” He turned and entered the house. He was utterly exhausted and desperately needed a long, restorative sleep. As he stepped inside, Li Meng casually waved a hand. With a soft

Chapter 58: Don’t Smile So Lewdly Qu Rou, reclining on the bed, cast a cold glance at Li Meng. “Since you’re here, don’t smile so lewdly.” Li Meng hurriedly wiped the lecherous grin off his face. His aged body settled down beside Senior Qu. Inhaling the faint, feminine fragrance emanating from her, Li Meng’s expression

Chapter 59: The Price Isn’t Right Yet “There are still many things left undone. I must wait a little longer!” To ensure absolute success, he had to become a Tier 3 Alchemist before attempting to refine a Dustfall Pill. However, advancing an alchemist’s tier was an exceedingly difficult endeavor. Qu Rou turned her gaze toward

Chapter 60: Demonic Beasts and Yaoguai Creatures without awakened intelligence were called demonic beasts, while those who had achieved sapience were known as yaoguai. Yaoguai often preferred to mingle among mortals, absorbing their spiritual essence to fuel their cultivation. While mortals referred to cultivators as “people of the mountains,” these mountain dwellers were not reclusive

Chapter 61: The Auction Immortal Assembly It was a golden rule of survival: low-level cultivators should never recklessly scrutinize their superiors. “To the Auction House.” Li Meng strolled leisurely through the streets, heading toward the imposing structure that dominated the district. Today, the Market City’s Auction House was the epicenter of activity, yet surprisingly few

Chapter 62: Auction Hostess Mu Jiu’er Though both men stood at the Late Golden Core stage, the gap in their power was a chasm, not a crack. Han Li was a single step away from the Great Perfection of the Late Golden Core stage, a veteran of his realm. Wu Hao, by comparison, had only

Chapter 63: Auction Turmoil “Forget it, forget it. Since Senior Sister Huanhuan likes it, this Junior Brother will yield.” Wu Hao leaned back with a laugh, conceding the round. Wen Huanhuan, nestled deep in her husband’s embrace, smiled faintly. Her eyes sparkled with greedy excitement as she gazed at the “Ageless Pill” on the auction

Chapter 64: Mystic Yellow Primordial Qi Li Meng’s expression cleared with understanding. So it was a case of husband-killing enmity. No wonder the two of them were trading such pointed barbs. It seemed the Qingxu Sect didn’t possess any concrete evidence proving Cao Yuan had murdered that Supreme Elder. Otherwise, the exchange between them would

Chapter 65: First-Grade Divine Firmament Talisman Treasure “Earth Shrinking Talisman” The auction continued. Li Meng found the next few items unremarkable. They were either low-grade or mid-grade magical treasures, the kind of standard fare that flooded the cultivation world. Not a single high-grade or top-grade treasure appeared, let alone a true Spirit Treasure. Nearly a

Chapter 66: The Longevity Fruit and the Heavenly Lightning Bamboo A thousand-year Longevity Fruit could only refine a low-grade Longevity Pill. A low-grade Longevity Pill could only extend one’s lifespan by fifty years. Furthermore, a cultivator could only consume one Longevity Pill in their entire lifetime. While a second pill wasn’t completely useless, the body

Chapter 67: Moon Gaze Peak Seeing no further bids, Mu Jiu’er offered a gentle, practiced smile. “60,000 spirit stones, once. 60,000 spirit stones, twice. Sold! Congratulations, Senior, on winning the five-thousand-year Heavenly Lightning Bamboo!” Could this be considered a bargain? Li Meng wasn’t sure if it was a steal or a waste of money, but

Chapter 68: Cultivate With Me The flying sword beneath his Junior Sister’s feet looked exceedingly small, a delicate blade crafted specifically for her petite frame. Li Meng watched as she soared into the sea of clouds, her figure dwindling to a speck before vanishing entirely within the mist. Only then did he withdraw his gaze.

Chapter 69: “Alchemy” on Moon Gaze Peak, The Commotion Was a Bit Loud “Nephew has no choice!” Li Meng reached out, brazenly wrapping his arm around Senior Qu’s slender waist and pulling her close. Qu Rou shot him a cold glance. This old man truly had no end to his antics. Where did a dying

Chapter 70: Refining the “Dustfall Pill” “Husband, why are we so unlucky!” The Longevity Fruit had been practically within their grasp. They had the money, they had the status, they had the need. Yet, someone had snatched it away right from under their noses. How could they possibly accept this? But what could they do

Chapter 71: The Message Bureau and Spirit Grace Peak “Most likely, she assumes my nominal master took a fancy to my talent in alchemy.” Li Meng knew exactly what was running through Senior Qu’s mind. She was undoubtedly wondering why such an esteemed figure would accept him, an old man, as a Registered Disciple. Qu

Chapter 72: I Will Keep It for You Moon Gaze Peak. At the summit pavilion, Li Meng sat cross-legged on a meditation cushion, deep in cultivation. A faint, multicolored spiritual glow emanated from his aged body. The five elemental spiritual powers did not leak outward; instead, they resonated with the surroundings, drawing the heaven and

Chapter 73: She Deserved a Flawless Foundation Pill “Continue strengthening your foundation and consolidating your roots!” There was still one more person to wait for. She should be arriving soon. Time passed slowly. The sun dipped below the western horizon, painting the sky in hues of purple and gold. The Joyous Union Sect’s territory was

Chapter 74: What You Cannot Have Is the Best “Yes, I understand, Senior Brother.” Yuan Baobao didn’t ask further about the relationship between Senior Sister Chen and her Senior Brother. She turned her head, glancing at the pavilion atop the peak. A flicker of shyness passed through her eyes. Turning back, she looked at Li

Chapter 75: Foundation Establishment at Moon Gaze Peak Nangong Wan shook her head. If this disciple of hers had truly taken the teachings to heart, she wouldn’t have ended up in such a sorry state. The mental barrier within her was likely insurmountable. But Nangong Wan did not press the topic further. Everyone had their

Chapter 76: Leaving Seclusion to See Senior Sister Qu Moon Gaze Peak. Inside the summit pavilion. Li Meng sat cross-legged on a meditation cushion, holding a bronze mirror in his hand. “Hmm, not bad. I do look rather… dignified and immortal now.” The face reflected in the polished bronze was full of vitality. His skin

Chapter 77: The Relationship List “I must go into seclusion to attempt my Golden Core breakthrough.” The cool, clear voice of Qu Rou sounded from within his embrace. Li Meng’s expression stiffened. A trace of reluctance flashed in his eyes. He had just successfully established his Foundation, and now she was about to leave for

Chapter 78: Sect Master Li Qiushui “Congratulations on your successful Foundation Establishment, Senior Brother!” Li Meng chuckled softly and returned the bow with a cupped-fist salute. “Just a stroke of luck, nothing more!” “Senior Brother, please!” It was merely a passing greeting. Li Meng continued his walk toward the main sect hall, but whispers followed

Chapter 79: The Golden Light Mantra Talisman Li Meng hurried back to his loft and entered the study. He settled into the chair behind the writing desk and opened the system’s “Treasure Pavilion.” “There are quite a few third-grade talismans. Are there any good for offense?” he mused, browsing through the glowing list. The standard

Chapter 80: Qian Family Fortress and the Woman in Red “This… Senior Brother, you are too kind!” Xue Lun looked troubled, staring at the storage bag Li Meng had pressed into his hand. Everyone knew Senior Brother Li possessed the Five Spirit Roots—a so-called waste constitution. He needed cultivation resources more than anyone else. Wait…

Chapter 81: Vanquishing Demons and Upholding the Dao The beautiful woman’s voice was soft, laced with a delicate melancholy that drifted through the night air. “A group of scoundrels from the demonic path attacked the Qian Family Fortress right in the middle of the Dual Cultivation Ceremony,” she explained, her tone pitiable. “The Family Head

Chapter 82: The Buddha’s Voice of Brahma That guy was just too slippery. His combat experience far surpassed Li Meng’s own. Seeing that he was no match for the Golden Light Mantra, the man had decisively abandoned a top-grade magical artifact to secure his escape. Li Meng released the seals formed by his hands. The

Chapter 83: Li Xi and Yu Youwei “Senior Brother Ning, this is Senior Brother Li. Junior Sister Yuan and I are on very good terms with him!” So Junior Brother Xuan and Junior Sister Yuan are close with this Junior Brother Li? Ning Changyuan’s expression cleared with understanding. “My apologies, Junior Brother Li,” he said,

Chapter 84: Husband, Kill Him! Yuan Baobao’s eyes curved into lovely crescents. “Senior Brother, congratulations on your successful Foundation Establishment!” Li Meng smiled as he looked at the stunningly beautiful Junior Sister standing beside him. His white hair cascaded down his back, framing a face that was no longer withered, but youthful and radiant with

Chapter 85: The Hatred Between Two Women The two words “reconsider” sparked a flash of unbridled anger in Wen Huanhuan’s eyes. If that old thing were just an ordinary Inner Disciple, it might have been different. They might have even properly thanked him. But that old thing was Ruoshui’s disciple. She had finally caught an

Chapter 86: The Side-Profession Master Who Wanted to Earn Money “The Sword Nurturing Gourd is yours now. Consider it a greeting gift from your master!” The streak of escaping light had already vanished beyond the horizon, yet his master’s cold, clear voice still echoed in Li Meng’s ears. Sitting cross-legged on the massive gourd as

Chapter 87: The Junior Sister About to Enter Seclusion The massive golden characters shimmered with waves of potent Spiritual Power, attracting the attention of every passing Inner Disciple. Streaks of sword light soon converged from all directions like moths to a flame, and before long, a large crowd was hovering on their flying swords just

Chapter 88: The Void Temple and the First Business Deal Li Meng looked at his Junior Sister with a sense of speechlessness. Could she please not use the word “play” when referring to such a dangerous place as the Void Temple? Couldn’t she maintain a more serious atmosphere? That was a perilous realm concerning life

Chapter 89: All Ruthless People Refining the demon beast skeleton was a lengthy process. The time required for artifact forging was not something alchemy could compare to; it demanded patience as much as skill. The next day. Moon Gaze Peak. The setting sun gradually sank in the west, painting the sky with hues of crimson

Chapter 90: Then This Junior Brother Will Suffer a Small Loss “Back to artifact forging!” Li Meng turned away from the window. In the following days, Li Meng divided his time strictly between forging and cultivation. Artifact forging was a delicate craft. Apart from the final step of inscribing Dao patterns—which required uninterrupted focus and

Chapter 91: Senior, Junior, or Brother? To gather the spiritual plants required for refining the “Dao Yang Pill,” Liu Siyue had spent spirit stones amounting to several times the pill’s market value. In the end, she discovered her efforts had been entirely superfluous. Junior Brother Li already possessed the finished pills right here. Liu Siyue

Chapter 92: A Curious Transformation Xue Ruyu’s cheeks were flushed a rosy pink. She exhaled a long, shaky breath. Reaching up, she tucked a stray lock of hair behind her ear. Her beautiful eyes turned to gaze at Senior Brother Li. A flicker of shyness, almost imperceptible, passed through her gaze. “Alright, I’m not nervous

Chapter 93: Rumors of Moon Gaze Peak The mists outside the peak stirred. Chen Feng flew out of the swirling clouds on his sword, the wind whipping at his robes. He continued his flight into the distance, but after a moment, he couldn’t help but glance back at Moon Gaze Peak receding behind him. A

Chapter 94: The Sect Master’s Deposit Ruoshui looked at her Master with some confusion. What did she mean by that? However, Ruoshui did not press for details. She understood her Master’s temperament well. Since she had not spoken plainly, no amount of questioning would yield a direct answer. “Yes, Disciple understands!” Joyous Union Sect. Inner

“How magnificent!” Li Meng sat by the stone tea table, squinting as he watched the figure of the Sect Leader receding into the distance. While Golden Core cultivators could travel via Light Evasion, it consumed a vast amount of mana. Using such a technique for mere travel was an extravagant display of power. Magnificent as

Chapter 96: Equally Monstrous in Array Formation Li Meng wiped the cold sweat from his forehead. “This… this Spiritual Power consumption is absolutely terrifying!” In just that brief moment, less than ten breaths of time, his mana had been completely drained. It was worth remembering that, despite his cultivation level, his mana reserves were comparable

Chapter 97: Why Are You Running? Joyous Union Sect. Inner Sect, Masked Moon Peak. The upper viewing platform of the main pavilion offered a commanding view of the surrounding mountains. Two graceful figures sat beside an exquisite tea table. Though both wore similar long, violet palace dresses, their auras were as different as day and

Chapter 98: Junior Brother, Save Me! Joyous Union Sect. Inner Sect, Moon Gaze Peak. Li Meng soared through the sky on his flying sword, the wind whipping past him as he made a beeline for his home peak. “Isn’t that Junior Brother Li?” “Junior Brother Li Meng just left the mountain not long ago. How

Chapter 99: The Five Elements Li-Fire Array Wei Zijian was now certain he had consumed the Mortal Transformation Pill. He could feel something deeply wrong with his body. It was like a house with holes punched through its walls—his Spiritual Power was leaking out continuously, draining away faster than he could recover it. Li Meng

Chapter 100: Go, Go, Go! Li Meng swept his gaze over the Formation Flags hovering above the refining fires of the surrounding Formation Cores. Imprinting Dao patterns was the most crucial step in artifact forging, demanding complete focus and stability. But now was not the time for that. The Formation Flags still needed further material

Chapter 101: The Sunset Glow Temple on Sunset Glow Mountain Autumn had descended upon Sunset Glow Mountain, stripping the landscape of its vitality and leaving behind a desolate, skeletal beauty. A wide official road wound like a gray scar past the mountain’s foothills, quiet under the fading light. As the sun dipped below the western

Chapter 102: The Ghostly Creature of Sunset Glow Temple Sun Ju, clad in saffron robes, cast a grim eye toward the heavens. The moon hung full and bright, an indifferent spectator to their plight. Despite the vastness of the sky, they were trapped like rats in a cage upon the slopes of Sunset Glow Mountain.

Chapter 103: Is This the End? “The Thousand Soul Banner?” The name struck Sun Ju and Su Shan like a physical blow, draining the blood from their faces. “You are a cultivator of the Ghost Spirit Sect?” Sun Ju demanded, his voice trembling with a mixture of disbelief and dread. The Ghost Spirit Sect was

Chapter 104: The High-Grade Magical Artifact “Soul Suppressing Bell” “It is futile. How can a middle and an early Foundation Establishment cultivator possibly withstand the soul-rending resonance of my High-Grade Magical Artifact, the ‘Soul Suppressing Bell’? Cease your struggling and accept your fate. State your names—I do not dirty my hands with the blood of

Chapter 105: The Spirit Puppet and an Old Acquaintance Su Shan cupped her hands toward Li Meng in a formal salute, her face streaked with tears and grime. “Thank you for coming to our aid, Junior Brother!” Without waiting for a reply, she turned and dove toward the forest below, her purple robes fluttering like

Chapter 106: Reunion with Junior Brother Qian and Junior Sister Hua “The injuries are quite severe!” Li Meng murmured, his Divine Sense sweeping over Sun Ju’s shattered body. He flicked his sleeve, and a porcelain bottle shot from his storage pouch, hovering in the air before him. With a mental command, a pill flew out—an

Chapter 107: A Chorus of Specters “Junior Brother Qian, scour the surrounding shrines. If you discover any spectral artifacts, do not make direct contact—destroy them on the spot.” “Understood, Senior Brother Li!” Qian Wen turned on his heel and hastened out of the dilapidated main hall. As his footsteps faded into the night, a stifling

Chapter 108: Xiaoqian and Xiao Qi Some were pure and adorable, possessing an innocent charm. Others were enchanting, their allure radiating from their very bones. There were those who carried themselves like well-bred ladies of noble houses, gentle and serene, while others simply wept softly or begged for mercy. A few merely looked up at

Chapter 109: Fish Dragon Alley in Lijiang City Li Meng chuckled softly, his voice carrying a resonant, youthful vigor that belied his ancient soul. He cupped his hands in a polite return salute. “It is settled then. Senior Brother, Senior Sister, please take care.” Su Shan performed a single-handed seal. The high-grade flying skiff rose

Chapter 110: Demon Suppression Office After patrolling Fish Dragon Alley, Chen Erhu returned to the Magistrate Office. As soon as he stepped through the main gate, he sensed something was off. Before he could even ask, a colleague standing in the courtyard shot him a frantic, meaningful look, gesturing with his eyes towards the main

Chapter 111: The Gaunt Taoist and the Black-Clothed Youth “What are you howling about? He isn’t dead, just scared out of his wits. Knock him out and let him sleep it off; he’ll be fine.” A cold, clear voice cut through the damp air of the ruined temple. From the shadows of the room, a

Chapter 112: Battle in the Tavern Time flowed like sand through an hourglass, and the night deepened into silence. By early the next morning, Li Meng and Yao Ning had checked out of the inn. The authorities had completely sealed off the West City District. Soldiers stood guard at every intersection leading into the quarantined

Chapter 113: Blood Blade Sect From casting the Soul Stilling Talisman to the decapitating swing of the flying sword, Li Meng’s actions were as smooth and effortless as flowing clouds and water. He killed without batting an eye. Three Foundation Establishment cultivators had died under his ambush instantly, offering not even a whimper of resistance.

Chapter 114: Rat Supreme “Another top-grade talisman… Just how many of these damned things do you have?” The Blood Blade Sect cultivator stared in disbelief, his chest heaving with exertion. The might of his last slash had been enough to cleave the heavens and the earth, a strike poured with every ounce of his cultivation.

Chapter 115: Blood Flash Technique A streak of golden light plummeted into the city district, landing just yards from the three hidden observers. It was a Golden Geng Spirit Sword, falling like a bolt from the heavens. Upon impact, it struck a bronze bell hanging beneath a nearby eave, annihilating both the sword and the

Chapter 116: First-Grade Spring Return Talisman The rain continued to fall, a relentless curtain that seemed as if it would never break. The rhythmic drumming against the eaves was the only sound in the world, a hollow roar that filled the space between heaven and earth. Yet, as the four of them moved through the

Chapter 117: Merit Yellow parchment fluttered in the air, caught in a rhythmic, artificial draft. One by one, talisman brushes rose, guided by an invisible hand. Hundreds of sheets of paper swirled in a mesmerizing vortex around Li Meng’s head as the brushes danced across them in perfect synchronization. The cinnabar ink transformed into a

Chapter 118: Returning to the Joyous Union Sect “Chen Erhu!” Just as Chen Erhu was turning to head back to the magistrate’s office, a voice called out from behind. He turned, and his expression instantly froze. Standing before him were a man and a young woman. To call the man “old” didn’t feel entirely accurate.

Chapter 119: Senior Brother and Senior Li Meng flicked his sleeve, his expression shifting into one of awe-inspiring righteousness. “Slaying demons and vanquishing evil is the only true path for a cultivator!” Yao Ning, standing beside him, looked on with pure admiration. To her, this white-haired, youthful-faced Senior Brother was the pinnacle of moral standing.

Chapter 120: Junior Sister Hua Who Came to Fulfill the Agreement The fragmented bone of a shapeshifting flood dragon hummed with an almost overwhelming residual power. Even a mere splinter of its skeleton radiated a terrifying pressure, a testament to the primal strength of such a beast. “A pity,” Li Meng murmured, flicking his sleeve

Chapter 121: Just a Step Away Hua Biying’s cheeks were dusted with a alluring crimson hue. She looked up at Li Meng, her eyes shimmering with a mix of curiosity and hesitation. “Senior Brother,” she whispered, her voice trembling slightly, “is it true that those with the Five Spirit Roots waste constitution cannot engage in

Chapter 122: Senior… Senior Brother Can’t Dual Cultivate Women often harbor a special sentiment for the man who claims their innocence. What was missing from Hua Biying’s Affection was precisely that final, intimate bond. “No rush,” Li Meng murmured, taking a light sip of tea, his eyes narrowing slightly. “Slow and steady.” Advancing a Tier

Chapter 123: Three Paths of the Thunder God “Senior Brother, I am practicing my punches!” Li Meng frowned, his confusion deepening. Yao Ning possessed a Thunder Spirit Root—a Variant Spirit Root renowned for its destructive magical power. For such a cultivator to waste their potential on the brutal, unrefined path of body tempering was not

Chapter 124: The Melancholy Senior Sister Wan Moon Gaze Peak. Courtyard. “Senior Brother… this… this isn’t cultivation! This is murder!” The dark cloud hanging over the peak refused to disperse. Bolts of lightning crashed down with rhythmic cruelty, each one finding its mark on Yao Ning’s trembling body. She was at her limit. Kneeling on

Chapter 125: Yao Ning’s Medicinal Bath ‘Yes, Junior Brother Li is right.’ Life was a long journey, filled with many fellow travelers. Some walked with you for a mile, some for a lifetime. But if a companion proved unworthy, dragging you down into the mire of despair, then the only choice was to cut the

Chapter 126: Zhao Kuo and Leng Yixue Yao Ning moved through the motions of her stance training, her fists cutting the air with sharp, disciplined strikes. She stole a glance at her Senior Brother seated at the tea table. A faint blush colored her cheeks. There were questions burning on her tongue—questions about the medicinal

Chapter 127: Leng Yiyue Leng Yixue’s face turned a deathly shade of pale, the blood draining from her lips until they were as white as the snow her name evoked. A flicker of disbelief trembled in her usually stoic eyes. “Forbidden Soul Grass? I… how have I never heard of such a thing?” Li Meng

Chapter 128: Shared Bath Treatment Dark, turbulent clouds roiled above the peak of Moon Gaze Peak. Deafening claps of thunder resounded, shaking the heavens and the earth. Streaks of lightning tore through the sky, crashing down into the courtyard before the pavilion with terrifying precision. In the center of this storm, a woman moved with

Chapter 129: Senior Wen’s Invitation Two hours later. Li Meng’s eyelids twitched. A trace of bright red blood seeped from the corner of his mouth, staining his lips. He opened his eyes, a bitter, self-deprecating smile on his face. “Too impatient.” He took a deep breath, wiping away the blood with his thumb. A Golden

Chapter 130: Chance Encounter with Junior Brother Chen and Junior Sister Fish Leng Yixue nodded, her eyes scanning the pavilion courtyard. “Why haven’t I seen Master Iron Ox?” Moon Gaze Peak housed a Master Artifact Refiner. This was common knowledge within the Sect. His creations were highly sought after, even by Core disciples. But since

Chapter 131: Wen Huanhuan Panic flashed in the eyes of Chen Hao and Yu Youwei. They stood frozen, cold sweat streaming down their backs. Li Meng glanced at Senior Wen blocking their path, then turned to the trembling disciples behind him. “You two go ahead.” “Senior Li, Master she…” Yu Youwei’s voice shook with anxiety.

Chapter 132: Senior Han’s Request “What exactly is the deep-seated enmity between you and my Master, Senior?” Li Meng asked calmly, leaning against the railing of the pavilion. “Is it truly as simple as my Master killing your descendant?” Li Meng felt there had to be more to the story. The hatred in Wen Huanhuan’s

Chapter 133: The Dao Heart is Merely Clarity of Thought “A cultivator’s state of mind lies wholly within oneself. There is no absolute right or wrong, only whether one’s thoughts are clear and unobstructed.” Li Meng’s expression shifted subtly as he weighed Han Li’s request. A woman like Senior Wen, with her fractured psyche and

Chapter 134: Masked Moon Peak’s Formation Token Moon Gaze Peak. Outside the protective barrier, the churning clouds and mist parted silently, opening a passage to the summit. Li Meng descended from the sky, his robes fluttering with easy grace as he landed gently in the courtyard. The dark thunderclouds that had plagued the peak recently

Chapter 135: Refining the Third-Grade Soul Nourishing Pill Li Meng lowered his head, staring at the token in his hand. Why did the Ancestor grant me a token to freely enter and exit Masked Moon Peak? he wondered. Isn’t that peak strictly forbidden for men? The Ancestor opening such a blatant backdoor for me violates

Chapter 136: The Shameless Offensive Half a month later. Moon Gaze Peak. A rich, medicinal aroma drifted from the summit pavilion, thick enough to be almost tangible. It blanketed the entire peak, carrying with it the unmistakable scent of high-grade alchemy. In the courtyard, Yao Ning paused her brutal stance training. She wiped the sweat

Chapter 137: The Confused, Flustered, and Furious Wen Huanhuan “Senior, consider this a token of your Junior’s affection.” A small, exquisite wooden box slid from Li Meng’s sleeve into his palm. Wen Huanhuan struggled slightly in his embrace, her cheeks flushed. “You… release me this instant!” “As you command.” Li Meng chuckled, his voice dripping

Chapter 138: Yu Youwei’s Choice Li Meng’s gaze swept over his Junior Niece, his eyes sharp and discerning. The hidden ailments within her body were not insignificant, but compared to the turmoil in her heart, they were trivial. He chuckled softly, smoothing his beard with a casual elegance. “Speak your mind, Junior Niece.” A flush

Chapter 139: The Third-Grade Shangqing Pill Upon returning to Moon Gaze Peak, Li Meng resumed his daily routine of cultivation and craftsmanship. Aside from his bi-monthly trips to the Market City to purchase spiritual herbs for his body-tempering baths, he remained behind closed doors, isolated from the world. He accepted business when it came knocking—artifact

Chapter 140: Master’s Heart Demon Li Meng was never one to be overly polite when opportunity knocked. If he could raise Sect Master Li Qiushui’s Affection to the maximum, he wouldn’t just walk through the Sect—he would walk sideways, untouchable and unchallenged. He already had the formidable backing of Masked Moon Peak, allowing him considerable

Chapter 141: Chen Lan’s Foundation Establishment Li Meng scanned the jade palaces and towering structures atop the peak. I wonder which pavilion Junior Sister Qi Wei is secluded in, he mused. His gaze settled on a structure to the north. A faint aura radiated from it—the unmistakable signature of a Divine Firmament Talisman. A Second-Grade

Chapter 142: Senior Sister, Are You Alright? Chen Lan had successfully reached Foundation Establishment. If they were to engage in Dual Cultivation via “Dao Exchange” now, the one with the lower cultivation base would benefit immensely. Lü Meng’s breathing hitched, his gaze burning with anticipation. However, Chen Lan simply closed her eyes. The Yin Qi

Chapter 143: The Bodhi Tree in the Western Desert Wilderness Behind Li Meng, Su Can’s lackeys let out a collective sigh of relief. Fortunately, Senior Brother Su hadn’t been foolish enough to provoke Junior Brother Li right here and now. This was the Main Peak Plaza, the heart of the Sect. Committing such a transgression

Chapter 144: The Night of Welcoming Moon Peak The admonitions died in Li Meng’s throat. Emboldened by the atmosphere, or perhaps by his own audacity, he reached out and captured Senior Sister Leng’s hand. It was pale and smooth, like flawless jade carved by a master artisan. Li Meng smiled, his gaze wandering over the

Chapter 145: Pavilion in the Moonlit Flower Garden “Come in!” A languid voice drifted from within the room, thick with suggestion. A faint, knowing smile touched the corner of Li Meng’s mouth. It was a smile that carried more than a hint of lewd anticipation. With a soft click, he pushed the door open and

Chapter 146: Shu Country’s “Wood Mulberry City” “Yes, disciple has been taught!” Li Meng straightened his back and gazed respectfully at the Sect Leader Senior. Today, she wore the same purple palace-style long skirt that clung to her mature curves in all the right places. The rich violet hue only accentuated her regal, yet deeply

Chapter 147: The Tavern Sage and the Desert Horsemen It was high noon. The border city of Wood Mulberry was a picture of prosperity, traffic flowing like a river and horses forming dragons. The streets and alleys were a cacophony of hustle and bustle. On a bustling street, there stood a prominent tavern. By a

Chapter 148: Tianshi Mansion of Qi Kingdom “Senior Brother, the great path leads to the heavens, each walks their own side. Don’t cause trouble!” The burly man grinned at his Junior Sister, his teeth stark white against his sun-beaten skin. “Junior Sister, rest assured! Your Senior Brother is not a troublemaker!” The young girl gave

Chapter 149: A Dream Amidst the Tribulation Senior Sister Xia is truly the flower of Tianshi Mansion, Li Meng mused, his gaze lingering on her delicate features. I wonder how many martial brothers yearn to pluck this blossom. If she were to choose a companion, the resulting jealousy within their sect would likely make blood

Chapter 150: The Yellow Sand King Recalling the lingering warmth of his intimacy with Xia Qian the previous night, a smile played on Li Meng’s lips—a smile that carried a distinct hint of obscenity. This girl has the potential to reach maximum Affection. Her aptitude was respectable—Dual Spirit Roots of Water and Wood. If fate

Chapter 151: Golden Geng Glazed Formation “Old wretch! This Lord is done playing with you!” The Yellow Sand King shrieked, leaping high into the air. With a violent twist, it dove headfirst towards the earth, intending to burrow deep and escape. “Gah!” The next instant, a miserable wail tore from the demon’s throat. It felt

Chapter 152: Must Die A gaggle of Qi Condensation cultivators was, by nature, insignificant. However, these particular ants seemed to share a connection with the man holding the supreme treasure. A subtle, predatory curve lifted the corner of Wen Yu’s mouth. He smiled, his eyes drifting to Gong Qi, who stood nearby. “Fellow Daoist Gong

Chapter 153: If You Dare to Advance, Death is Certain BOOM! The colossal Golden Geng Spirit Sword hammered against the mirror’s surface with the weight of a falling mountain. Dual-colored spiritual light exploded outward in a chaotic shockwave. With a deafening crack, the golden sword shattered into motes of light. The mirror, however, remained intact.

Chapter 154: The Hot Potato Yes, the battle was over. Under the astonished gazes of the gathered cultivators, the Low Grade Spiritual Treasure, the Blood Cloud Mirror, rapidly shrank and plummeted from the sky. Falling alongside it was Wen Yu. “Who are you? Who are you?! Even if I become a ghost, I will never

Chapter 155: One Million Contribution Points As for whether the formation could block the Divine Sense of a Nascent Soul cultivator? Li Meng didn’t know. And frankly, he didn’t want to find out. Three days later. Qi Wu Mountain. A figure clad in pristine white robes emerged from a cave halfway up the mountain. The

Chapter 156: You… How Dare You Be So Presumptuous? “Nephew Li?” Senior Wen’s voice drifted from the inner chamber, tinged with mild surprise. Li Meng pocketed the brass key, bracing himself as he walked toward the partition. With a beaming smile, he swept the curtains aside and stepped into the bedroom. Whish! The moment he

Chapter 157: A Child of Destiny? With a soft click, the heavy wooden latch slid back. Li Meng pushed the door open and stepped out into the hallway. The inn was steeped in the heavy silence of early morning. The main hall below was deserted, the air stale and still. Only a lone waiter slumped

Chapter 158: Ancient Cultivator’s Cave Mansion “After you, Fellow Daoist.” Li Meng narrowed his eyes slightly, stroking his beard with the air of a gracious senior. “Then let us depart, Fellow Daoist.” Lu Zimo nodded lightly. Li Meng took the lead, channeling his spiritual power to rise into the air, flying toward the distant horizon.

Chapter 159: Yellow Wind Valley & The Enlightenment Stele Li Meng flicked his sleeve with a casual air. Two sets of neatly folded robes appeared in his hands. One was a buttery yellow set designed for an inner male disciple of the Joyous Union Sect; the other was a flowing purple dress for a female

Chapter 160: Dao Companion Junior Sister Lu Li Meng turned his head, his gaze settling on the woman beside him. “Junior Sister, the Joyous Union Sect delegation is over there. Let us join them.” “Very well.” They channeled their spiritual power, rising on the wind. Together, they glided across the sky, heading toward the gathering

Chapter 161: Forcing Fate Li Meng retrieved two meditation cushions from his storage bag and placed them on the dusty stone floor. He sat cross-legged, smoothing his yellow robes, and turned to the woman beside him. “Senior Sister Li,” he said with a warm smile. “It has been too long.” Li Xi turned toward him,

Chapter 162: One Sect Occupies Three Enlightenment Platforms By the time Li Meng returned his attention to the valley floor, six Foundation Establishment disciples from the Joyous Union Sect had already retreated from the platforms. They stumbled back, faces pale and chests heaving. The Enlightenment Platform had rejected them. None had lasted more than five

Chapter 163: That Idiot “Golden Geng Glazed Formation, rise!” At Li Meng’s command, the talismans buried in the earth erupted. Blinding golden radiance shot skyward, weaving together into a translucent, impenetrable dome that enveloped the two Enlightenment Platforms. “Senior Brothers, Senior Sisters, enter the formation! Now!” The Joyous Union Sect disciples, momentarily stunned by the

Chapter 164: Ning Changyuan’s Melancholy Whether the attackers were holding back or simply too weak to make a dent remained a mystery. Regardless, the Golden Geng Glazed Formation stood immaculate. Unless a Golden Core cultivator personally descended to strike, this turtle shell wasn’t cracking. Even if every Foundation Establishment cultivator in Yellow Wind Valley bombarded

Chapter 165: Senior Wen of the Celestial Room Li Meng chuckled and flicked his wrist. Five Spirit Stones traced a glittering arc through the air, landing perfectly in the waiter’s palm. “Consider that a tip. Ensure my Senior Brothers and Sisters are treated like royalty.” The waiter caught the stones, his eyes widening at the

Chapter 166: Time of Parting Smack! Wen Huanhuan’s palm landed sharply on the hand wandering around her waist. Li Meng snatched his hand back, recoiling like a startled hare. Wen Huanhuan felt a surge of smug satisfaction. Serves you right, brat. Who told you to bully me? “Hmph! You really have the audacity of a

Chapter 167: The Greatest Harvest Li Meng shook his head, a wry smile touching his lips. “I have no idea.” He had cultivated for over sixty years, yet for most of that time, he had rarely stepped foot outside his own Sect. Apart from knowing that they resided on the Tianlan Continent, his knowledge of

Chapter 168: Mansion in the Rain Li Meng was in no hurry to depart. With casual grace, he retrieved a meditation cushion and placed it upon the sandy ground, settling into a cross-legged position. He flicked his sleeve, and five golden talismans shot out, embedding themselves into the earth at five cardinal points. A thick

Chapter 169: Golden-Armored Soldier The scholar’s face drained of all color, turning as white as a sheet of paper. His eyes bulged, as if recalling a nightmare made flesh. “Tree roots… living tree roots!” Chen Nanfeng stammered, his voice trembling. “They churned through the soil like giant earthworms. Daoist… Daoist Priest, I fear we have

Chapter 170: Heaven is Dead, Gods are Supreme “Wei Zheng! Do you fear no divine retribution for your atrocities?” A woman’s voice, shrill with panic, rang out from the depths of the mansion. High above, the Golden-Armored Soldier, Wei Zheng, caught his returning Golden Flame Spear with a casual snatch of his hand. He looked

Chapter 171: Tianshi Mansion in Linhan City “Are you an Acquired Essence Spirit?” Li Meng’s voice was gentle, washing over the area like a clear mountain stream. It was a sound that clarified the mind and soothed the soul. Mu Wanqing looked down at the bleeding Heart Wood in her arms, her expression one of

Chapter 172: Xia Xi’s Wild Imaginations Even if Tianshi Mansion was guarded by a Golden Core cultivator, it hardly mattered. A mere Golden Core couldn’t possibly intimidate Li Meng. If money and artifacts couldn’t suppress the threat, he had other means. Given Martial Aunt Wen’s protective—if somewhat possessive—temperament, she was undoubtedly shadowing him from the

Chapter 173: Tianshi Mansion and the Old Tianshi The Old Tianshi’s expression shifted slightly, a flicker of genuine astonishment passing through his eyes. He had never expected the young man before him to be from the Masked Moon Peak lineage of the Joyous Union Sect. Who in the cultivation world did not know of Senior

Chapter 174: The Innate Dao Body The Old Tianshi sank back onto his meditation cushion, his expression dazed. He stared at Li Meng with a gaze that burned with newfound fervor. “Young friend… are you also proficient in the Dao of Talismans?” Li Meng chuckled softly, smoothing his beard with an air of casual indifference.

Chapter 175: “I… I Want to Beat Him to Death!” “Senior Brother, I… I want to beat him to death!” High in the clouds, Wen Huanhuan stomped her foot in mid-air, pointing a trembling finger in the direction Li Meng and his new companions had vanished. Han Li’s aura instantly shifted. The air around him

Chapter 176: A Game of Chase and Flee “Understood. This disciple takes his leave.” Li Meng turned to face Xia Xi and Zhang Tianhua, his expression warm but authoritative. “My cave dwelling is located on Moon Gaze Peak, not far from here. If you encounter any difficulties, do not hesitate to find me.” Xia Xi

Chapter 177: Meeting the Sect Leader Senior at Moon Greeting Peak Emotions flickered across her exquisite features like clouds drifting over a moonlit lake. There was shame, annoyance, a touch of helplessness, and a lingering, hazy confusion. Her dress, cut slightly tighter than usual, perfectly traced the lush, alluring curve of her waist. From any

Chapter 178: Junior Sister Chen’s Arrival “I’ll use this opportunity to practice. I’ll refine a Top Grade Magical Artifact for Junior Sister Chen first. As for the offensive capabilities, I can simulate those using Talismans.” The concept of embedding ‘Divine Abilities’ into artifacts was simple in theory: condense complex spells and Talismans into Dao patterns,

Chapter 179: Sunset Glow Peak Li Meng chuckled softly, smoothing his beard with a satisfied air. “Excellent. After you, Junior Sister.” Chen Lan flashed him a charming, provocative smile. She cast a sultry glance over her shoulder, her eyes hooking into his. With a fluid motion, her graceful, alluring figure rose into the air, riding

Chapter 180: Playful Affection Li Meng changed his hand seals again. Hum. The blue glow of the Five Elements Ring faded, replaced by a heavy, earthen yellow light. “ROAR!” A deafening dragon’s roar resonated through the heavens and earth, shaking the bamboo grove. The ring expanded and twisted, transforming into a massive Earth Dragon, easily

Chapter 181: Junior Sister Specially Comes to Seek Guidance on the Talisman Path After several days of intoxicating intimacy, the tempest of passion finally settled. Li Meng was in no hurry to leave Sunset Glow Peak. He spent the following days entirely with Junior Sister Chen, practically sealing themselves away from the outside world. When

Chapter 181: Junior Sister Specially Comes to Seek Guidance on the Talisman Path After several days of intoxicating intimacy, the tempest of passion finally settled. Li Meng was in no hurry to leave Sunset Glow Peak. He spent the following days entirely with Junior Sister Chen, practically sealing themselves away from the outside world. When

Chapter 182: Junior Brother! There Are Some Things I Cannot Comprehend “There is no rush. Let us first discuss the Dao, Senior Brother!” “As you wish, Senior Brother.” Zhang Tianhua walked gracefully toward the tea table and took a seat. “Junior Sister, what Tier of Talismans can you currently draw?” Li Meng asked, pouring them

Chapter 182: Junior Brother! There Are Some Things I Cannot Comprehend “There is no rush. Let us first discuss the Dao, Senior Brother!” “As you wish, Senior Brother.” Zhang Tianhua walked gracefully toward the tea table and took a seat. “Junior Sister, what Tier of Talismans can you currently draw?” Li Meng asked, pouring them

Chapter 183: Mountain Peak Realm Li Meng sat in the steaming water, his gaze silently tracing the graceful lines of Senior Sister Leng’s back. Although her soul had stabilized, he knew the truth. Some of the damage she had suffered would never be repaired. He didn’t know the full story yet, but whatever had happened

Chapter 183: Mountain Peak Realm Li Meng sat in the steaming water, his gaze silently tracing the graceful lines of Senior Sister Leng’s back. Although her soul had stabilized, he knew the truth. Some of the damage she had suffered would never be repaired. He didn’t know the full story yet, but whatever had happened

Chapter 184: Drinking with You Until Drunk “Did Senior truly think this Junior would simply urge you to drink?” Wen Huanhuan glanced at Junior Li. Lifting the wine pot, she tipped her head back and gulped down several more large mouthfuls. “This Junior won’t just urge you to drink; this Junior will drink with you!”

Chapter 184: Drinking with You Until Drunk “Did Senior truly think this Junior would simply urge you to drink?” Wen Huanhuan glanced at Junior Li. Lifting the wine pot, she tipped her head back and gulped down several more large mouthfuls. “This Junior won’t just urge you to drink; this Junior will drink with you!”

Chapter 185: Night Meeting with Headmaster Senior The thick clouds and mist shrouding the peak suddenly stirred. A sharp streak of sword light pierced through the fog. In the blink of an eye, it shot across the horizon, disappearing into the night sky. High among the cluster of floating peaks, Li Meng rode his flying

Chapter 185: Night Meeting with Headmaster Senior The thick clouds and mist shrouding the peak suddenly stirred. A sharp streak of sword light pierced through the fog. In the blink of an eye, it shot across the horizon, disappearing into the night sky. High among the cluster of floating peaks, Li Meng rode his flying

Chapter 186: Yuan Baobao’s Foundation Establishment “Headmaster, take all my contribution points, exchange them for Spirit Stones, and have them delivered to Moon Gaze Peak.” “Alright!” “Headmaster, let us rest now.” “Alright… wait, you want to go again?” Li Meng merely smiled and flicked his sleeve. The heavy brocade curtains fell once more, blocking out

Chapter 186: Yuan Baobao’s Foundation Establishment “Headmaster, take all my contribution points, exchange them for Spirit Stones, and have them delivered to Moon Gaze Peak.” “Alright!” “Headmaster, let us rest now.” “Alright… wait, you want to go again?” Li Meng merely smiled and flicked his sleeve. The heavy brocade curtains fell once more, blocking out

Chapter 187: Su Zhe Pays a Visit to the Mountain The wooden door creaked as Li Meng pushed it open and stepped into the room. For the past year, Senior Sister Leng had not taken a single step off Moon Gaze Peak. Although she hadn’t voiced a single complaint, Li Meng could sense the growing

Chapter 187: Su Zhe Pays a Visit to the Mountain The wooden door creaked as Li Meng pushed it open and stepped into the room. For the past year, Senior Sister Leng had not taken a single step off Moon Gaze Peak. Although she hadn’t voiced a single complaint, Li Meng could sense the growing

Chapter 188: Walking the Great Path Together, Why Not? Yao Ning didn’t dwell on it. She simply adjusted her stance and continued practicing her fist techniques. Meanwhile, just beyond the barrier of Moon Gaze Peak, a graceful young master in pristine white robes hovered effortlessly in the air, riding the wind. He looked less like

Chapter 188: Walking the Great Path Together, Why Not? Yao Ning didn’t dwell on it. She simply adjusted her stance and continued practicing her fist techniques. Meanwhile, just beyond the barrier of Moon Gaze Peak, a graceful young master in pristine white robes hovered effortlessly in the air, riding the wind. He looked less like

Chapter 189: The Two on Broken Cliff Peak “Senior Brother, Senior Brother!” Just then, a clear, crisp voice rang out. The familiar call drifted in from afar, growing closer by the second. A warm smile touched Li Meng’s face. He looked toward the approaching figure, beaming as she descended on her flying sword. It was

Chapter 189: The Two on Broken Cliff Peak “Senior Brother, Senior Brother!” Just then, a clear, crisp voice rang out. The familiar call drifted in from afar, growing closer by the second. A warm smile touched Li Meng’s face. He looked toward the approaching figure, beaming as she descended on her flying sword. It was

Chapter 190: Mirror Lake Outing “It’s a toad statue carved from Biyan Stone.” Also known as Biyan Jade, the stone was considered a high-quality treasure in the mortal world. Up here on the mountain, however, it was rather ordinary. “Ah, Senior Brother has a good eye!” The portly stall owner’s face split into a wide,

Chapter 190: Mirror Lake Outing “It’s a toad statue carved from Biyan Stone.” Also known as Biyan Jade, the stone was considered a high-quality treasure in the mortal world. Up here on the mountain, however, it was rather ordinary. “Ah, Senior Brother has a good eye!” The portly stall owner’s face split into a wide,

Chapter 191: Junior Sister Yuan’s Spirit Stream Peak I am an Alchemist. Over the years, my reputation within the Sect had skyrocketed. Even the disciples who had never seen my face had certainly heard my name whispered in the halls. It was common sense: normal people sought to befriend an Alchemist. Even if they couldn’t

Chapter 191: Junior Sister Yuan’s Spirit Stream Peak I am an Alchemist. Over the years, my reputation within the Sect had skyrocketed. Even the disciples who had never seen my face had certainly heard my name whispered in the halls. It was common sense: normal people sought to befriend an Alchemist. Even if they couldn’t

Chapter 192: Another Seductress For the next few days, Li Meng remained at Spirit Stream Peak. By day, he discussed the Dao with his Junior Sister. By night, he continued to discuss the Dao with her. He didn’t depart from Spirit Stream Peak until the fifth day. Standing in the courtyard, Yuan Baobao watched her

Chapter 192: Another Seductress For the next few days, Li Meng remained at Spirit Stream Peak. By day, he discussed the Dao with his Junior Sister. By night, he continued to discuss the Dao with her. He didn’t depart from Spirit Stream Peak until the fifth day. Standing in the courtyard, Yuan Baobao watched her

Chapter 193: Senior Sister Leng Returns Zhang Tianhua turned and walked out of the courtyard. Her steps were light, her posture effortlessly graceful. The subtle sway of her slender waist was faintly visible beneath the folds of her white Daoist robe. Rising into the air, she rode the wind, flying away like a celestial maiden

Chapter 193: Senior Sister Leng Returns Zhang Tianhua turned and walked out of the courtyard. Her steps were light, her posture effortlessly graceful. The subtle sway of her slender waist was faintly visible beneath the folds of her white Daoist robe. Rising into the air, she rode the wind, flying away like a celestial maiden

Chapter 194: Junior Sister Arrives Li Meng picked up the porcelain teapot, casually pouring a fresh cup for Senior Sister Leng. The two of them sat together, savoring the fragrant tea and discussing the Dao. The atmosphere was tranquil and harmonious, a rare moment of absolute clarity. Time flew by. Deep in the mountains, cultivation

Chapter 194: Junior Sister Arrives Li Meng picked up the porcelain teapot, casually pouring a fresh cup for Senior Sister Leng. The two of them sat together, savoring the fragrant tea and discussing the Dao. The atmosphere was tranquil and harmonious, a rare moment of absolute clarity. Time flew by. Deep in the mountains, cultivation

Chapter 195: Yin Locust Wood and Yin Spring Iron Despite his ability to casually unleash Talismans of any Tier, the true reason for Li Meng’s seamless execution was simple: he drew them himself. Ordinary cultivators could not match this speed. They required time to channel their Qi to activate store-bought Talismans. To effectively boost Little

Chapter 195: Yin Locust Wood and Yin Spring Iron Despite his ability to casually unleash Talismans of any Tier, the true reason for Li Meng’s seamless execution was simple: he drew them himself. Ordinary cultivators could not match this speed. They required time to channel their Qi to activate store-bought Talismans. To effectively boost Little

Chapter 196: Junior Sister Hua’s Flowing Cloud Peak Li Meng blinked, then let out a quiet chuckle. How could he—a Senior Brother—possibly refuse such a tiny request? He crouched and wrapped his arms around Qi Wei’s small frame, pressing a kiss to her pink cheek. “Haha, Senior Brother, that tickles!” she squealed. His stubble prickled

Chapter 196: Junior Sister Hua’s Flowing Cloud Peak Li Meng blinked, then let out a quiet chuckle. How could he—a Senior Brother—possibly refuse such a tiny request? He crouched and wrapped his arms around Qi Wei’s small frame, pressing a kiss to her pink cheek. “Haha, Senior Brother, that tickles!” she squealed. His stubble prickled

Chapter 197: Endless Joy “Senior Brother, you… what did you just do to me?” Moments ago, Li Meng had produced a small jade bottle. With a soft hum of spiritual energy, it had absorbed the Pure Yin Qi dispersing from her body. Li Meng gently stroked Junior Sister Hua’s cascading, jet-black hair. “Since I cannot

Chapter 197: Endless Joy “Senior Brother, you… what did you just do to me?” Moments ago, Li Meng had produced a small jade bottle. With a soft hum of spiritual energy, it had absorbed the Pure Yin Qi dispersing from her body. Li Meng gently stroked Junior Sister Hua’s cascading, jet-black hair. “Since I cannot

Chapter 198: This Sword is Too Yin and Evil “There has still been no movement!” Qi Wei pouted her lips slightly. A flicker of disappointment flashed in her eyes. “There are less than two months left until the Inner Disciple Grand Competition. Will there be enough time?” Qi Wei stood up and leaned heavily against

Chapter 198: This Sword is Too Yin and Evil “There has still been no movement!” Qi Wei pouted her lips slightly. A flicker of disappointment flashed in her eyes. “There are less than two months left until the Inner Disciple Grand Competition. Will there be enough time?” Qi Wei stood up and leaned heavily against

Chapter 199: Just a Small Scene Qi Wei formed a one-handed seal. Her entire body erupted with a brilliant, water-blue spiritual light. If an expert looked closely, they would discover that the spiritual light emanating from Qi Wei was not water spiritual power at all. It was a far more chilling, yin-cold spiritual power. Qi

Chapter 199: Just a Small Scene Qi Wei formed a one-handed seal. Her entire body erupted with a brilliant, water-blue spiritual light. If an expert looked closely, they would discover that the spiritual light emanating from Qi Wei was not water spiritual power at all. It was a far more chilling, yin-cold spiritual power. Qi

Chapter 200: Discussing the Dao with the Junior Sisters Li Meng shifted his attention back to Leng Yixue. Meeting her Junior Brother’s gaze, Leng Yixue gently set down her teacup. Her beautiful eyes locked directly onto his as she spoke with a calm elegance. “Junior Brother, we have already become acquainted with each other previously.”

Chapter 200: Discussing the Dao with the Junior Sisters Li Meng shifted his attention back to Leng Yixue. Meeting her Junior Brother’s gaze, Leng Yixue gently set down her teacup. Her beautiful eyes locked directly onto his as she spoke with a calm elegance. “Junior Brother, we have already become acquainted with each other previously.”

Chapter 201: Martial Arts Peak A flicker of genuine anxiety marred Yuan Baobao’s delicate features. Kongming Hall. It wasn’t just a location; it was a legend—a true Blessed Land of Caves and Heavens left over from an ancient era. Its danger level was in a league of its own, far surpassing the infamous “Bloody Forbidden

Chapter 202: Senior Brother’s Side Is Too Crowded Feeling the burning gazes of envy and jealousy bearing down on him from all directions, a trace of faux melancholy flashed in Li Meng’s eyes. He could only hope that after today, this wouldn’t affect his grand, sage-like image in the hearts of the Outer and Inner

Chapter 203: Meeting Mu Jiu’er Again Who knows what Senior Brother might do to her… With so many Inner and Outer Disciples gathered at the Martial Arts Peak, if her Senior Brother actually did something inappropriate to her right out in the open, it would be far too embarrassing. Xue Ruyu soared into the sky.

Chapter 204: Middle Grade Dharma Treasure “Black Dragon Banner” Joyous Union Sect. Inner Sect territory. Martial Arts Peak. The Inner Sect Grand Competition was currently in full swing. “Junior Brother, the time is about right,” Su Meng said from atop a certain mountain peak, giving Su Can a meaningful glance. Su Can grinned, cupping his

Chapter 205: Flood Dragon Soul and Spirit Binding Talisman But Su Can’s desperate actions were utterly useless. Horror washed over Su Can as he realized the terrifying truth: he was rapidly losing his mental connection with the Flood Dragon Soul. His expression warped continuously between rage, disbelief, and sheer terror. There was only one way

Chapter 206: Senior Brother Su Meng, A Sword Inquiry Match “Could Junior Brother Li also be a Talisman Master?” “What’s there to doubt? Look at that art! Junior Brother Li must be a Talisman Master!” “Exactly! That masterful control over high-grade talismans is definitely the mark of a true Talisman Master!” The observing Outer and

Chapter 207: The Magical Artifact Battle Against Su Meng “Senior Sister, what exactly is the grudge between Senior Brother and the Broken Cliff Peak lineage?” Xia Qian asked, her large eyes looking curiously at the petite Senior Sister Qi. Although Senior Brother had forbidden her from leaving Masked Moon Peak casually, she had snuck out

Chapter 208: Can’t Use the Black Sword? “Senior Sister Mu, I admit defeat!” The moment those words echoed across the peak, the entire arena erupted into an uproar. “What? Su Meng is admitting defeat just like that?” “A cultivator at the peak of Foundation Establishment Grand Perfection actually surrendering to an early-stage Foundation Establishment Junior?

Chapter 209: The Invincible Junior Sister “Um… Junior Sister, how about you just admit defeat? If I accidentally injured you, the guilt would weigh too heavily on this Senior Brother’s heart!” Qi Wei shot the Inner Disciple a scathing glare. Crossing her small arms over her chest, she looked as proud as a little hen.

Chapter 210: Master, He Insulted Me! He cupped his massive hands and bowed deeply towards the tiny Qi Wei. “Junior Sister’s Qi-based techniques are peerless. This Senior Brother sincerely admits defeat. I concede!” As he spoke, the burly Inner Disciple body cultivator turned. With a look of extreme unwillingness etched onto his face, he rode

Chapter 211: To See Someone “I need to see someone. You all head back first.” Li Meng didn’t elaborate on who this person was, and the women, knowing his temperament, didn’t press for details. With a sharp whistle of wind, Li Meng soared into the sky, his figure a streak of light as he flew

Chapter 212: The Third Round of the Inner Sect Grand Competition Wen Huanhuan’s voice filled the room, a ceaseless stream of fretful reminders and warnings. Listening to Senior Wen’s nagging, Li Meng found himself behaving with unusual docility. He simply held her—her body warm, soft, and yielding against his own. It was unknown how much

Chapter 213: A Duel Wagered on Affection Junior Brother Zhang’s infatuation with Senior Sister Cai was hardly a secret. It had begun ten years ago during a trip to the mortal realm and festered ever since. For two years, he and Senior Sister Cai had engaged in Dual Cultivation—a standard exchange of Yin and Yang

Chapter 214: The Golden Embroidery Needle and the Mirror Artifact Du Mo descended from the air, landing softly beside Cai Xiaowei. She spared him a cursory glance, her voice cool. “Did you sustain any lasting damage to your Dao foundation?” Du Mo shook his head, a weary smile tugging at his lips. “I am fine.

Chapter 215: The Eve of Departure Cai Xiaowei cupped her hands and offered a respectful bow to her opponent. “Senior Brother, I am grateful for the lesson.” The defeated disciple turned and soared away from the Martial Arena, his figure receding into the distance. Simultaneously, Mu Jiu’er’s voice rang out from the Name List Stele,

Chapter 216: From Greeting Moon Peak to Spirit Stream Peak The two women walked out of the room, one following the other. Listening to the soft rhythm of their footsteps fading into the distance, Li Meng lay atop the bed, a flicker of curiosity dancing in his eyes. He had never met Li Qiulan, the

Chapter 217: It Must Be Senior Sister’s Fault Hidden behind the translucent bed curtains, two silhouettes were barely discernible. One sat upright while the other lay reclined, the air between them thick with a lingering warmth. Chen Lan’s eyes were like shimmering silk, her cheeks flushed a deep crimson as she shyly met Li Meng’s

Chapter 218: Heading to Masked Moon Peak and Junior Sister Zhang “Junior Sister, you are truly breathtaking.” Li Meng smiled as he took in the sight of the radiant Hua Biying. Her soaked inner robe clung like a second skin to her voluptuous, jade-like frame, leaving her snow-white skin tantalizingly visible through the translucent fabric.

Chapter 219: Junior Sister Xia’s Choice Uncontrollable desire surged from within his body. Li Meng swallowed hard, his gaze fixed on the enchanting Junior Sister Xia before him. The air around her shimmered with a pink haze, heavy with the scent of peach blossoms and Musk. The Innate Charm Body is truly formidable! He inwardly

Chapter 220: Junior Sister Xia with Maxed Affection [System Notification: Target ‘Xia Qian’ Affection +40] [Sub-profession Experience +200] [Affection has reached MAX value. Sub-profession Experience +50,000] [Trait Unlocked: Max-value opposite sex companion provides 100 fixed Sub-profession Experience daily.] Li Meng soared across the surface of the lake, the wind whipping at his robes. The glowing

Chapter 221: Tempering the Body, Tempering the Will Yao Ning shot across the water like a skipping stone. She flew a full hundred zhang before crashing into the lake’s surface, tumbling violently over the waves more than a dozen times. Finally, she slammed headlong into the dense purple bamboo forest on the shore, snapping stalks

Chapter 222: The Nine Heavens of the White Jade Capital Li Meng descended through the air, landing lightly in the courtyard. He faced the upper floor of the pavilion and cupped his hands in a respectful salutation. “Disciple Li Meng pays his respects to Master!” His clear voice echoed through the quiet clearing, yet the

Chapter 223: The Day of Departure Li Meng silently approved of the Ancestor’s decision. That massive gourd Qi Wei usually carried was clearly an extraordinary artifact, far surpassing the Mortal Grade at a glance. If his little Junior Sister were to carry such a treasure on her back into the treacherous world outside, it would

Chapter 224: Discussing the Dao Over Tea with Senior Sister Liu She had miscalculated. She had severely underestimated him. Aside from a momentary flicker of appreciation upon first seeing her true appearance, his heart had remained as calm as a stagnant well. He treated her peerless beauty as if it were nothing more than a

Chapter 225: Really, What Are You Running Around For? Li Meng’s words struck like a morning bell, clearing the fog in Liu Ruyu’s mind. She set down her teacup, stood up, and bowed deeply, her expression one of genuine gratitude. “Junior Brother, I have learned much today.” Li Meng chuckled lightly, placing the teapot back

Chapter 226: The Baleful Qi of Lin’an City “Junior Sister, why are you sighing?” Li Meng walked over to the window where Qi Wei was leaning. She gazed out at the moonlit sprawl of Lin’an City, her chin resting on her hands. Qi Wei glanced sideways at him, then dramatically pouted and turned her head

Chapter 227: What Senior Brother Intends to Do The bustling streets hummed with a restless, noisy energy. After departing the City God Temple, Li Meng did something rather peculiar: he began a leisurely, aimless stroll through the heart of Lin’an City with his Junior Sister in tow. He sought out the crowds, drifting wherever the

Chapter 228: Beat Them All to Death “Senior is different from Junior Sister. Senior should be able to sense it, right?” Li Meng’s gaze toward Wen Huanhuan, whom he held in his arms, grew increasingly fervent. The atmosphere in the pavilion thickened with ambiguous tension. Faced with Li Meng’s intensifying stare, Wen Huanhuan sensed danger.

Chapter 229: Her Name is Wei Yushu Night deepened, then faded into dawn. Early the next morning, Li Meng took his Junior Sister and left Prince Qi’s estate. Just like the day before, they wandered the districts surrounding the Imperial Astronomy Bureau, blending into the flow of mortal life. Lin’an City, The Drunken Immortal Pavilion

Chapter 230: Senior Brother, Did You Step in Dog Poop Again? Li Meng smiled and stroked his beard, his demeanor the picture of an enlightened sage. “Please speak, Princess Consort.” Wei Yushu looked at him with anticipation, her hands clasping nervously in her lap. “Immortal Master… I wonder if this humble concubine possesses a Spiritual

Chapter 231: A Sleepless Night Tonight Li Meng reached out and flicked his Junior Sister’s forehead. “Junior Sister, this isn’t just dumb luck; it’s because your Senior Brother’s eyes are truly sharp.” Qi Wei giggled, her eyes curving into crescents like the moon. Senior Brother flicking her forehead really didn’t hurt at all—it was just

Chapter 232: Good, Evil, and the Law “This is…” The scene before his eyes caused the Supervisor’s pupils to contract sharply. A Golden Buddha Dharma Form? Towering above him was an immense, radiant figure of gold, its presence suffocating the space around the Star Observation Platform. The sheer weight of its aura pressed down on

Chapter 233: Be Careful Behind You! The collision of emerald and golden spiritual lights triggered a localized spiritual tide. Waves of volatile energy swept through the illusionary mist, distorting the space like a heat haze. “If Fellow Daoist intends to use a formation to deplete my Mana, then you are underestimating me!” the Supervisor roared,

Chapter 234: The Festive Jinxiu Palace Watching the scene unfold, Qi Wei covered her mouth and giggled. “What a big dummy. I told you to watch your back, and now you’re dead!” She continued to skip along, her movements light and rhythmic. The Black Sword flew toward her with uncanny agility, circling her like a

Chapter 235: This Is Impossible! Although the number of Shadow Guards was not large—only a few dozen—they were all cultivators trained in the ruthless arts of the Imperial Court. How could they all vanish overnight without a sound? The man in the red robe stumbled out of the palace gates, his face deathly pale. He

Chapter 236: Fake, It’s All Fake After a round of intense magical combat, the Supervisor had gleaned a crucial piece of information. The formation trapping him was exquisite—far beyond the norm—but its actual power output was surprisingly low. It was like a child wielding a sledgehammer; the potential was immense, but the operator could only

Chapter 237: Junior Sister? Daughter? “He’s here?” The red-robed man’s face stiffened. He spun around sharply, nearly tripping over his own ceremonial robes. The person standing behind him gave the Emperor of Zhao the fright of his life. He retreated repeatedly, his face a mask of fear and alarm. “I am the Human Emperor of

Chapter 238: The Impatient Wei Yushu “Daughter?” Wei Yushu shook her head, dismissing the fleeting thought with a self-deprecating smile. The Immortal Master was a cultivator from the elusive mountains, a being who transcended mortal ties. That possibility likely didn’t exist. Tonight, Prince Qi’s mansion was unusually noisy. Although the inner courtyard maintained a semblance

Chapter 239: Qi Wei Climbing the Wall Li Meng’s thoughts drifted briefly to Junior Sister Shui’er. His entanglement with this mother and daughter pair ran deep—perhaps it was a karmic bond woven long before he arrived. “Rise.” He flicked his sleeve, and a gentle gust of wind lifted Wei Yushu from her bow. “I have

Chapter 240: Just Feeling a Bit Insecure “Senior Brother was fierce.” “No, absolutely not.” “You were fierce!” “I wasn’t!” “You were absolutely fierce.” “Alright then, Junior Sister, what do you want?” Li Meng stopped walking. He looked down helplessly at Qi Wei, who had stopped in the middle of the path and shaken off his

Chapter 241: Knowing a Little Bit of Divination Art State of Zhao, Lin’an City Morning light broke over the eastern horizon, signaling the awakening of all things. As the first rays of dawn pierced the mist, the vast capital of Lin’an shed its nocturnal silence. The empty streets gradually filled with the noise of vendors

Chapter 242: Sheng Shui’er’s Wild Thoughts Sheng Shui’er certainly did not share her younger sister’s cheerful mood. She sat stiffly, unsure how to interact with Li Meng. The weight of their secret agreement pressed on her mind, and she didn’t know if she should find an opportunity to fulfill it now or wait for him

Chapter 243: Perhaps You Misunderstood Sheng Shui’er remembered that her mother had been tested for spiritual roots when she was very young. The result was negative—her mother was a mortal. Wei Yushu had been saddened by this reality for many years, forced to watch her daughters ascend a path she could not follow. Wei Yushu

Chapter 244: Why Is Only the Older Sister Here? “I… I’ll stay then!” Qi Wei’s lower lip jutted out in a monumental pout, her expression the picture of sullen reluctance. Li Meng smiled, reaching out to brush a stray lock of hair from his Junior Sister’s forehead. “Don’t worry. Has Senior Brother ever lied to