The End of the Immortal Path

’Being stubborn only leads to trouble.’

’And look at that. Changing a single sentence earned me a huge profit.’

He now had two Top-grade Cultivation Methods and one Top-grade Technique. All he needed was one last Top-grade Cultivation Method.

This way, he wouldn’t have to run all over the place looking for cultivation methods during the Primordial Spirit Stage.

"Then I’ll prepare to focus on my Cultivation," Jiang Man said.

"You also need to visit Ji Meng," Ji Hao said. "Although her status has changed, you don’t need to worry about it. Just act as you normally would."

Jiang Man nodded, showing he understood.

"Also, about the Immortal Dao Coordinate. It’s been a long time, so I’m afraid some Evil Gods might be starting to notice. You could try selling information. After all, you’re a representative of the Evil Gods now, so it should be easy for you to contact them," Ji Hao said.

’The Immortal Dao Coordinate attracting Evil Gods was certainly a problem.’

’Fortunately, Mr. Ji is at the forefront to take the brunt of it.’

’Besides, I have to find a way to lure the Evil Gods over there myself.’

’After all, that’s a huge amount of Spiritual Source at stake.’

’In turn, I’ll also need to find an Evil God to suppress the Immortal Dao Coordinate.’

’It’s about time for the Ling Hua Immortal Spirit to awaken.’

Afterward, Jiang Man asked about Primordial Spirit Skills, wondering which Cultivation Skill was the strongest and most difficult.

’That’s the one I’ll cultivate.’

The Hundred Rivers Series had given him a taste of the power to crush others at the same level.

Ji Hao nodded. "I’ll go back and look for one for you."

Afterward, Ji Hao sparred with Jiang Man to write down his insights.

Once that was done, he stepped into the air and departed.

Before leaving, he reminded Jiang Man that if any strangers asked about the young lady of the Ji Family, he must inform him.

He was afraid danger might be approaching.

Jiang Man nodded, indicating he understood.

’I can tell what people like that are after.’

’If they’re here because of the rumors, I’ll of course inform Ji Hao.’

’But if Ting Fengyin asks, I can’t say a thing.’

’Though I’m not sure if Ting Fengyin has the time. I wonder what he’d think if he heard this news.’

’It’s all so troublesome.’

’As a weak Unparalleled Celestial Pride, I’m getting caught up with the powerful far too early.’

’It’s not that the powerful are full of drama; it’s my fault for being too talented.’

Afterward, Jiang Man rode his sword toward Ji Meng’s residence.

’Since I’m out, I should naturally visit Ji Meng and then check on the small courtyard.’

’But the pressure from Peak Master Bai is still on, so they probably aren’t too happy to see me.’

’A thousand per person should keep me out of their sight for a few months.’

’I’m even giving them a discount.’

’Otherwise, it would’ve been at least a thousand a month.’

Soon, he arrived at Ji Meng’s residence.

He knocked lightly on the door.

The door opened quickly. It was Qing Dai.

But upon seeing Jiang Man, Qing Dai immediately shut the door.

Jiang Man was baffled.

But it wasn’t long before the door opened again.

This time, it was Ji Meng who opened it.

Jiang Man was a little surprised.

"Xiaoqing has picked up some bad habits recently. She insisted that I open the door for Young Master Jiang," Ji Meng said with a smile.

Hearing this, Jiang Man said with feeling, "I’ve troubled you, Miss Ji Meng."

"It’s only a few steps, so it’s no trouble at all." Ji Meng smiled and stepped aside. "Did Young Master Jiang come because of the matter regarding my status?"

Jiang Man shook his head. "I just got out of the Immortal Sect’s grand tournament and came to let you know, Miss Ji Meng. Also, I brought a gift for you."

Ji Meng was a little surprised. "I heard the situation inside was complicated. Young Master Jiang still had the presence of mind to look for a gift?"

As she spoke, she walked backward ahead of him, facing Jiang Man.

She was bathed in the sunlight, her smile like a blossoming flower.

The sound of the Void Spirit Bell drifted over slowly.

Jiang Man couldn’t help but say, "You’re truly dazzling, Miss Ji Meng."

Ji Meng glanced at the sunlight. "Because Taiyang is too bright?"

Jiang Man shook his head slightly, then changed the subject to the gift. "I don’t know if this gift is any good, but I think it should be."

’That’s because I don’t know what it is, but the Celestial Mirror Hundred Books said it had collection value.’

’I’ll just have to see what kind of collection value it has.’

Soon, the two of them arrived at a stone table and sat down.

"What gift did the Young Master bring for our lady?" Qing Dai asked curiously as she poured them water.

Jiang Man took out a small stone.

Qing Dai was confused. ’Does our lady like such... abstract things?’

’I had no idea.’

Ji Meng looked at the stone curiously and said, "Is there anything special about this stone?"

’It can’t just be that it looks nice, can it?’ Qing Dai wondered.

But she didn’t dare to speak, only watching quietly.

’What if the Young Master and our lady both find it beautiful?’

’I did ask around before; two people with feelings for each other see the world differently.’

’Any ordinary stone, once given meaning, becomes a treasured collector’s item in their eyes.’

Qing Dai didn’t get it, but she was still in awe.

This was one of those moments.

Jiang Man flicked the stone lightly, and it began to crack.

Then, the outer layer of rock fell away.

A transparent elixir was revealed.

A faint light glowed within it, like a sea of stars being illuminated. Then, the figure of a Fairy emerged, crossing the stars to appear inside the elixir. She danced gracefully, a vision of exquisite beauty, before slowly fading away.

"A Celestial Immortal Pill?" Qing Dai blurted out. "But this is the first time I’ve seen a Celestial Immortal Pill with no medicinal power that’s so well-preserved."

’Where on earth did the Young Master find something like this?’ Qing Dai wondered, baffled.

"How did you find this, Young Master Jiang?" Ji Meng paused, then picked up the bead-like pill. "I love this gift."

"I just happened to find it," Jiang Man said, half-truthfully.

’It was a coincidence, but I relied on the Celestial Mirror Hundred Books to confirm its value.’

"Then what gift should I prepare for Young Master Jiang?" Ji Meng asked with a smile.

Jiang Man thought for a moment. "How about you grant me one request, Miss Ji Meng?"

Hearing this, Ji Meng looked at Jiang Man. "What kind of request? Is it outrageous?"

Jiang Man smiled faintly. "Miss Ji Meng, have you ever gone strolling through the streets?"

Ji Meng paused, taken aback. "I rarely go out."

"Would you like to go for a walk on the streets with me tomorrow, Miss Ji Meng?" Jiang Man asked.

"Does that count as a request?" Ji Meng asked.

Jiang Man nodded. "It does."

"Alright then, since I’ve accepted Young Master Jiang’s gift." Ji Meng smiled and then asked, "Tomorrow morning or afternoon?"

"The afternoon," Jiang Man said.

’I have to go to the small courtyard for Collecting Spiritual Source tomorrow morning.’

After chatting a bit more, Jiang Man realized that while Peak Master Bai was still targeting him, it wasn’t as intense as before.

Because Peak Master Bai had gone into seclusion.

Xiaoqing told him that some time ago, someone had sealed off Celestial Essence Peak and fought with Peak Master Bai inside.

That was what led to Peak Master Bai going into seclusion.

Jiang Man was extremely curious about who had fought Peak Master Bai.

Then Ji Meng told him it was Ji Hao.

Jiang Man was shocked.

’Mr. Ji really is a great guy.’

’He didn’t solve the problem of me being targeted, but he did solve the person who *was* the problem.’

’But that guy is shameless; the targeting persists.’

’Defeating him was useless.’

But as he remained in seclusion, the effects would gradually weaken.

’There’s just one downside: now I’m not sure if I’ll be able to collect the Spiritual Source tomorrow.’

Afterward, Jiang Man left Ji Meng’s residence and returned to his prison cell.

Just as he returned, he received a message from the black-robed person from his dreams.

It was about the awakening again.

Everything was ready. All that was left was for him to connect to the Immortal Spirit.

And begin awakening the Immortal Spirit.

Most importantly, the other party said that all the Spiritual Source had arrived and was at the shaobing shop.

——

「Elsewhere.」

In a top-grade guest room, Tantai Xue let out a heavy sigh of relief. "Their Messenger has finally responded and agreed. We’ve successfully connected to the Ling Hua Immortal Spirit. Now, we just have to wait for it to awaken."

"Since the first step is complete, the rest will be easier." The deep voice from the Spiritual Tablet also sounded relieved.

It was also the first time it had encountered such a troublesome subordinate of an Immortal Spirit.

A glint appeared in Tantai Xue’s eyes. "The success of this step will determine our future, and it will also determine the future of that Messenger."

"He really is a parasite, wasting so much time."

"Now, as soon as the Ling Hua Immortal Spirit awakens, I have a way to make it appoint me as the Immortal Spirit Envoy."

"The old Messenger should be relieved of his duties."

"The Ling Hua Immortal Spirit no longer needs him."

"I wonder how he’ll feel then."

The deep voice from the Spiritual Tablet offered a reminder: "Don’t get careless. Although this Messenger is very good at stalling for time, we were at a disadvantage during the process. He might not be someone we can easily manipulate. We need to prepare some countermeasures."

Tantai Xue nodded and began to make preparations.

Especially regarding the Ling Hua Immortal Spirit. As long as it agreed, she could help it more effectively.

If it cooperated with her, its recovery speed would be extraordinary.

She didn’t see how she could lose.