Chapter 1035: Chapter 861: Blessed Land Cave Heaven, Immortal Days (Part 2)

"That’s a place for training, what are you doing there to cause trouble?"

"Oh, I promise I won’t cause any trouble! Just think of it as me protecting them, alright? If the little white snake can handle it, I’ll just follow behind and pick up the pieces; if they can’t, I’ll lend a hand! Master, please give me just one day off!"

Being tugged persistently by its paw, Jiang Yuan couldn’t resist and nodded in agreement, "Alright, I’ll give you one day, but no more. You better make the most of your time."

Master really agreed, Yan Xuan thought to himself, he should follow the little white snake and learn the Devouring Technique well. This way, the time needed to refine the Ten Thousand Years Profound Ice would be shorter, and the saved time could be used for fun. How wonderful!

Content with the response, it waddled off, while Old Dog approached panting, "Master, is there anything you need me to do?"

Ling Di’s disguise has fallen apart, but as long as it hasn’t been fully exposed, he would never admit anything, still maintaining his appearance as a cute little puppy, acting adorable.

Just now, he heard Yan Xuan mention eating Flood Dragon Meat, and he wanted some too, so he needed to remind the Master of his presence now and then, ensuring that Master didn’t forget he had a Tribulation Crossing Realm Great Demon Beast who could eat meat freely.

Du Li directed a questioning look toward the avatar.

Qu Luming nodded silently, "That’s right, this one is also a Tribulation Crossing Realm Great Demon Beast, Mr. Jiang’s spirit pet. Last time, we only witnessed his proficiency in Space Technique, but nothing else is known."

After a pause, he added, "Mr. Jiang has so many Tribulation Crossing specialists around him, it’s like they’re cabbages, I don’t know where he found so many."

"Is Yuan Man one of them?"

"Yes, it seems that City Lord Yuan has reached some sort of transaction or agreement with Mr. Jiang, reportedly that one responds to his call anytime."

Upon hearing this, Du Li frowned slightly, thinking that Yuan Man must have gotten some benefits!

Back then, her fortune was so formidable it was enviable; there were rumors in the Cultivation Realm claiming that Yuan Man was likely the chosen one.

He also believed and earnestly anticipated that the chosen one could use her immense fortune to save the declining Wilderness World, restoring prosperity, and rejuvenating the barriers of the world.

But Yuan Man was not interested in it; seeing her succeed effortlessly everyday yet circling only her small clan without ever thinking of saving the world, Du Li felt it was simply wasting heaven’s gifts!

Since she wouldn’t use the chosen one’s fortune, let me do it!

With this thought, Du Li acted upon it.

After planning for a long time, he eventually succeeded, taking Yuan Man’s Life Origin but seemingly failing to seize her fortune. Possibly because she didn’t die, the immense fortune of the chosen one was entirely exhausted to preserve her life.

"What a pity." Thinking back now, he felt that if he had managed to obtain even a part of her fortune, the Wilderness World wouldn’t have been so ravaged to its current state.

"Just mind the house for now; when Yan Xuan and the others return, I’ll call you if there’s something tasty." Jiang Yuan thought that Tang Qin still needed time to recover before they could venture into the Void to locate the Lantian Domain’s ruins, and soon, Old Dog would have his hands full.

After securing real benefits, Ling Di waggled his tail vigorously, hopping back to his Menghua Treasure Ship, feeling delighted.

"These two are accustomed to behaving without restraint at home, I apologize if they embarrassed you." Observing their slight awkwardness, Jiang Yuan gestured dismissively, "This is just my small courtyard, where some fields are planted, evoking a pastoral charm."

Du Li thought, who would dare laugh at these two elders?

No matter how untamed they are, they are still part of the order; those of low Realm could only watch on like quails, occasionally putting on a sycophantic smile.

Raising his hand to signal them to look up, Jiang Yuan said, "Miss He lives in the pavilion above, please follow me."

Qu Luming, previously distracted by the Spirit Pool, Divine Tree, Mushroom House, Menghua Treasure Ship, and the fertile land and laden fruit mountains on the lower level, exerted himself to raise his gaze, now finally seeing the otherworldly paradise hidden among the clouds above!

"Immortal Mountains with nine layers, Coral Forests, Jade Platforms, and there are also Pavilions in the Clouds, is it the legendary Immortal Realm of Penglai?" Du Li’s eyes were filled with layers of Immortal Mountains, vaguely witnessing fairy-like figures weaving through them, utterly astounded.

"Mr. Jiang’s courtyard is teeming with Spiritual Energy, does Miss He find it comfortable living here?" Qu Luming, being a Ghost Cultivator, despite his excitement, harbored regrets — if all the Spiritual Energy could be exchanged for equivalent Yin Energy, it would be even better than Fengdu City.

Jiang Yuan was intent on binding these two as Guests, once a systemic constraint was established, there would be nothing to worry about.

With a shallow smile, he gestured invitingly, "Daoist Qu, why not visit Miss He’s courtyard and see for yourself?"

The trio flew upwards directly, upon formally entering the pavilions in the sky, the layers of Immortal Mountains rushed to greet them head-on, fully filling their vision.

"It’s like being inside a painting, Mr. Jiang’s courtyard is practically a Blessed Land Cave Heaven!" Even Du Li, seasoned as he was, was awestruck by the vividly encircling Spiritual Energy and the fairyland-like scenery.

The visual impact when gazing upward from below was minuscule compared to now.

For a moment, his mind dwelt on the thought that Mr. Jiang had somehow transported numerous Celestial Mountains, Pavilions from the Celestial Realm here, was he planning to recreate a mini-Celestial Realm in this place?

Yuan Man’s long period of seclusion followed by her reappearance, now befriending this person, could it be the lingering effects of the chosen one’s fortune at play?

It stands to reason that following the chosen one in her decisions wouldn’t lead to loss.

Yet, as to Mr. Jiang’s stance towards the Wilderness World remained unknown, if for selfish gain, he sides with Jiang, and then if Jiang intends to absorb the Power of the Celestial Dao, focusing solely on his Ascension while leaving billions to fend for themselves, what stance should he take?

"Sir, you have arrived." Having received word earlier, He Miancun gracefully exited her courtyard, after paying her respects, greeted the other two, "Daoist Qu, Alliance Leader Du, how do you do."

She was aware Sir intended to broaden these two’s horizons, hence she was to wait in the courtyard without welcoming them earlier, as she poisedly extended an invitational gesture with her delicate hands, "Sir has graciously granted me this courtyard to reside in, inside the Yin Energy is abundant, Alliance Leader Du, if you find it uncomfortable, we may discuss matters outside the courtyard."

Being at the doorstep, it would be absurd not to take a tour, right?

Qu Luming, upon hearing that amidst such rich Spiritual Energy environment, the courtyard managed to embody dense Yin Energy, instantly felt exhilarated and curious, "I trouble Senior He for the tour. If he feels unwell, he should endure it!"

Du Li also laughed, "We should align our time, it shouldn’t take long, I suppose."

Upon entering, Qu Luming’s eyes were transfixed, inhaling deeply the familiar and welcoming Yin Energy before realizing the courtyard’s ambiance was exceptionally pure. Though it couldn’t compete with the finest dwelling in Fengdu City’s underlayer, it far surpassed numerous places in the Netherworld.

"Mr. Jiang, how can one stay a few days in your courtyard?" Resisting the urge several times but to no avail, he uttered quietly, "Not asking for the same treatment as Senior He, even a smaller courtyard with less dense Yin Energy would suffice."

The avatar wavered, his true form, being the Vice Alliance Hierarch, having seen much of the world, remained unmoved by it all.

"Staying here isn’t difficult, and can likely be done anytime." Jiang Yuan said calmly, "To be frank, all the courtyards within these floating pavilions are meant for my Guests."

Guests?!

The utterance astonished Du Li inwardly. Transferring numerous Immortal Mountains from the Celestial Realm to recruit Guests, what grand-scale plan is at play?

Qu Luming too felt somewhat dazed, "Becoming your Guest, if, I mean, hypothetically speaking, if I were to join, what exactly is required?"

"My Guests are akin to an Honored Guest Elder of a Sect or Alliance, albeit with better treatment." Patiently explaining, he continued, "Ordinarily, they can reside in their own courtyard, enjoy the exquisite dishes I provide everyone’s savor, spar and learn cultivation techniques with other members, and even collaborate for training missions.

Only during crucial times, accepting my commands would be necessary. Rest assured, the commands are non-coercive and won’t defy the Cultivator’s Dao principles. When one party faces difficulty, the others shall aid mutually, and if necessary, I too will lend assistance, even to save lives."

Finding it very appealing, Qu Luming sneaked a glance at his true form and asked in a low voice, "What conditions are there? Can I join if I desire to?"

"As long as one is an upright Cultivator, they are welcome to join. If there are any conditions, indeed there is one — To formally become my Guest, one must be bound by Law.

Should anyone attempt actions that harm the courtyard’s interests or go against the Heavenly Dao, I will detect immediately and impose fitting penalties; moreover, instigating discord within the courtyard, forming cliques, and trying to corrupt this sanctuary or vilify it, none of these will be tolerated."

This simple?

Compared to his Dao oath when joining Fengdu, Mr. Jiang’s standards for recruiting Guests seemed a bit more casual, though still feeling unease, Qu Luming lowered his voice even more, "I have duties regularly in Fengdu City, would that be a problem?"

Jiang Yuan thought that was even better, wasn’t it?

Consuming less, needing less, and even working outside earning while expanding connections. The system wouldn’t mind whether the Guests were raised within or wandered freely; as long as the bonds were established, ultimately, he would hold dominion, unperturbed by any underhanded schemes conducted privately.