Who Let Him Cultivate?! (WX)-Chapter 219: Second-In-Command of the Everlasting Lineage

“They stopped me for two reasons.

“The first reason was that people occupy resources not just to live but to live better.

“If everyone never dies and occupies a vast amount of resources, life will become very difficult for newborns. They would either have to fight and scheme against the old monsters or beseech them to spare a paltry amount of resources. As time goes on, each new generation will live more miserably. They’re born unable to enjoy a comfortable life but to suffer hardships. Eventually, the world will become a spiritless place.

“The second reason was that the lifespans of living beings are limited, which can also be viewed as a type of rule. If everyone gets to live forever, it will conflict with the ‘Lifespan Rule,’ shaking the foundation of the Everlasting Dao Fruit.

“I thought that while they weren’t as smart as me, these two points made quite a bit of sense, so I accepted them.

“That said, you don’t have to worry, Lu Yang. Although I can’t let everyone attain eternal life, I can give you an Incipient Everlasting Dao Fruit. Granting you immortality is still possible.” The Everlasting Immortal Fairy displayed her loyalty to friends. “So, what do you think? How about joining my Everlasting Lineage? Stick with me, and I’ll ensure that you get everything you want, be it riches or power!

“From this day forth, you’ll be the second-in-command of my Everlasting Lineage!”

“Before that, may I ask how many people there are in your Everlasting Lineage?” Lu Yang was cautious.

“Three people: me, you, and Bu Yaolian. Your status will be higher than Bu Yaolian since you’ll never die. Hehe, now you understand how precious this position is, right?” The Everlasting Immortal Fairy grinned foolishly.

The five ancient immortals had their trusted aides and disciples. While they were few, it was never the case that an immortal's lineage comprised only a single individual.

The Everlasting Immortal Fairy was an exception. In reality, she was the only member of her lineage. Bu Yaolian was bamboozled by someone and forced to join the Everlasting Immortal Fairy’s side. As for Lu Yang, he had just been dragged in by the Everlasting Immortal Fairy.

Lu Yang fell silent for a few seconds, then shook his head firmly. “I will rely on my own efforts.”

“Tch, how boring.” The Everlasting Immortal Fairy pouted, a little disappointed by Lu Yang’s decision. She really wanted to give Lu Yang an Incipient Everlasting Dao Fruit and have him join her.

In the ancient era, countless people wanted to be accepted into the Everlasting Lineage, but I rejected all of them. As for those with ulterior motives, I didn’t even bother with them. From the ancient era until now, Lu Yang is the cultivator most to my liking. This is my first time inviting someone.

Unfortunately, I was rejected.

“Immortal Fairy, can you tell if Li Haoran has the Reincarnation Dao Fruit or the Incipient Reincarnation Dao Fruit?” This was Lu Yang’s priority at the moment.

The Everlasting Immortal Fairy shook her head. “I can’t tell. This falls outside my area of expertise.”

“Alright then.”

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Although the exchange between Lu Yang and the Everlasting Immortal Fairy might have seemed like it took a long time, time flowed much faster in the mental space than in the real world.

In reality, Li Haoran still staunchly believed that he had nothing to do with Qin Haoran. Just think about it. What would happen if I admit that I’m Qin Haoran’s reincarnation?

I’d gain a gorgeous, fairy-like wife at the Fusion Stage.

I’d gain a lively and adorable daughter.

I’d gain a constant flow of resources—spirit stones, pills, weapons, and natural treasures will no longer be a problem.

I’d gain a Fusion protector.

...It seems like admitting that I’m Qin Haoran’s reincarnation won’t be such a big deal after all?

No, no, I can’t think like that. I must consider the drawbacks too. Li Haoran contemplated for a long while.

It doesn’t seem like there are any real drawbacks.

“An alluring woman will disrupt my Dao heart! My goal is to become a cultivation genius like Senior Brother Lu, relying on talent and skill and cultivating to the highest realm without external help!”

Look at Senior Brother Lu. He’s roughly the same age as me, yet he has already climbed to the position of acting sect leader. Meanwhile, I can only eat soft rice and live off a woman.

“Forget it, we’ve been at this all day. Let’s rest for now.” Li Haoran’s parents reckoned they wouldn’t be coming to a resolution anytime soon, so they decided to put the matter aside for the time being.

“There are many guest rooms at home. Little Lu and Little Meng, since you came all the way from the Dao-Seeking Sect, do stay and enjoy a few more days in Luofeng Commandery. As for Yiren and Yanyan, you don’t have to stay at an inn. Stay here with us for now.”

Needless to say, Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou didn’t refuse the kind gesture. After much persuasion from Su Yiren, Qin Yanyan also agreed to stay.

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After a tiring afternoon, it was already time for dinner. If not for Qin Haoran’s matter, everyone would have gotten along quite well.

“Ah, we’ve been talking so long that I forgot to prepare dinner!” Li Haoran’s mother began to panic a little.

Lu Yang stopped her. “Just leave the cooking to us. Meng Jingzhou and I are known for our skills in the Dao-Seeking Sect!”

Li Haoran’s mother was still a bit hesitant. Li Haoran was aware of Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou’s abilities, so he convinced his mother.

Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou skillfully whipped out their tools from their identity jade tablets: barbeque grill, brushes, fans, skewers, meat, seasonings...and most important of all—the Automatic Skewering Array. This was a product of the latest research by Chefs Liu and Gao. Rising to the call of the Everlasting Immortal, they worked hard to expand the barbeque shop beyond the Dao-Seeking Sect, opening branches across the entire continent.

And what was the most important for a chain store? Of course, it was standardization and uniformity. Their starting point was the Automatic Skewering Array.

Qin Yanyan couldn’t stop her mouth from twitching as she watched by the side. I’ve long heard that the disciples of the Dao-Seeking Sect are multi-talented, and I thought that referred to their manifold cultivation skills.

But why is barbeque also considered one of them?

Moreover, according to Li Haoran’s introductions earlier, one of them is the personal disciple of the sect leader, and the other is the eldest son of the Meng Family. Both have exceptional status, yet they’re so down-to-earth and in touch with the common folks?

“True Fire?!” Qin Yanyan exclaimed in surprise when she saw Lu Yang spitting out True Fire. What’s True Fire? That’s a flame even Golden Core cultivators find challenging to control, its difficulty akin to reaching the sky.

Li Haoran snorted in contempt. “It’s not just any true fire. This is the very highly-ranked Three Esse True Fire! Do you know who Senior Brother Lu and Senior Brother Meng are? They’re the first and second in our cohort!”

Qin Yanyan widened her eyes. When she heard that Li Haoran was ranked fifth in his cohort, she assumed that it was because his abilities were lacking. However, after exchanging blows with him, she had to admit that she wouldn’t have been able to defeat Li Haoran even without his wig.

At that time, I was already wondering. If Li Haoran only ranks fifth despite such abilities, what kind of monsters are the top four?

Now I know.

Li Haoran’s mother was also surprised. No wonder I find Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou so pleasing to the eye.

“Haoran, look at how they cultivate! Lu Yang must be getting up every day before the sky turns bright to practice. Now, look at you, always slacking off on your studies and not cultivating properly. When I’m not around, you must be sleeping until the sun shines on your butt. If you just put in half the effort Lu Yang does...”

Li Haoran’s face darkened. Had I known, I wouldn’t have brought Senior Brother Lu and Senior Brother Meng along.

Besides, what did you just say? They are diligent in their cultivation my ass! We are all at the same age and know one another well. Our schedules are not that different, okay?