Immortal of the Nine Realms

Ouyang Xuanzhen’s voice resonated across the Ancient Demon Desolate Land.

“Let the Great Expansion Dao Gate’s disciples step forward so Elder Yun He can have his pick. See if there’s anyone among you who can catch his eye.”

In an instant, countless cultivators from the Great Expansion Dao Gate soared into the air, gathering before Elder Yun He. Some wore dignified expressions with a hint of respect in their eyes. Others appeared frivolous and disdainful, while some scrutinized him with a sense of superiority.

“Senior Yun He, am I qualified? I have been cultivating for over one hundred and forty years and am already at the early stage of Nascent Soul Realm.”

“Elder Yun He, I have cultivated for eighty-seven years, and I am at the late stage of the Golden Core Realm. There are three orthodox Dao Sects in the world, and the Great Expansion Dao Gate is one of them. By passing on the dao techniques to us, we can enhance the prestige of Dao Sects.”

“Elder Yun He, I have cultivated for less than eight hundred springs and I am at the peak of the Enlightenment Realm. Even though my talent is lacking, my Dao heart is as solid as a rock, and I should be able to inherit the Dao techniques you hold.”

Seeing the swarming cultivators of the Great Expansion Dao Gate, the Morning Star Dao Sect and Innate Dao Sect’s disciples were unwilling to fall behind, and they flew up to Yun He, each taking turns to speak.

As Dao cultivators, they held an inherent advantage in vying for the teachings of Yun He. However, various factions would not miss such an opportunity. Under the instruction of their elders, they approached too. Even some sect elders joined the fray, offering sweet words to persuade Yun He to grant them the techniques.

Fang Chen watched this scene and suddenly felt a sense of deja vu. This scene reminded him of elderly people lying on their deathbeds as their filial sons and grandsons competed for their inheritance before they passed away.

Fang Chen was a little relieved when he saw that the Void Immortal Sword Sect’s disciples didn’t join in on the shenanigans. Perhaps they looked down on the competition, or it could simply be because the old sword immortal had already taken ”Fang Zhentian’s” inheritance.

After all, no one person could hoard all the benefits to themselves. If they didn’t share some, even the Void Immortal Sword Sect wouldn’t be able to withstand the combined pressure from all the other factions.

Gai Yunuo glanced at Gai Hong. “Brother, aren’t you going to give it a try?”

“The Dao Sect’s methods don’t suit me, so I won’t go,” Gai Hong replied with a faint smile. “How many do you think will receive Elder Yun He’s inheritance?”

“There are a lot of Immortal Seedlings present, even more than during the last visit to the Immortal Dynasty Manor. I reckon three to five could obtain it,” Gai Yunuo pondered aloud.

Just then, several figures soared through the sky. Gai Hong’s subordinates were about to step forward to intercept them, but Gai Hong waved his hand with a smile.

“Old Nine is here. I heard that his subordinates misunderstood his intentions recently, causing some chaos at the Azure Dao Manor. It seems even the Desolate Academy is aware of it, and some have voiced their criticisms,” Gai Yunuo transmitted his thoughts with a chuckle.

“Fortunately, I passed by that area and resolved the misunderstanding. Since it didn’t cause too much impact, the Desolate Academy will likely just give them a little scolding.”

Gai Hong smiled, then burst out laughing as he took a few steps forward and embraced the newcomer. “Little Nine, it’s been a while!”

The newcomer appeared very refined, looking more delicate than a woman. He seemed a bit unaccustomed to Gai Hong’s enthusiasm, his expression stiff for a moment, but he quickly returned to normal and smiled. “Big Brother Gai.”

Then he looked at Gai Yunnuo and said, ”Second Sister Gai.”

Gai Yunnuo smiled and nodded. ”Little Ninth, you are the youngest among us, but it seems your talent is the best. You’re at the grand completion stage of Golden Core Realm, right? Are you planning to head to the Ancient Immortal Road?”

The Ninth Prince lightly nodded. ”Indeed, I’m not sure if I can successfully become an Immortal Seedling. You two are experienced, Brother Gai and Second Sister Gai, so perhaps you can guide me a little when the time comes.”

”I really can’t offer you much help; the Ancient Immortal Road is ever-changing. It truly is profound and mysterious. The experiences of those before you may be useless, or might even hinder you.”

Gai Hong sighed, then changed the subject with a smile. ”Why don’t you go and stand in front of Senior Yun He and show yourself? Haven’t you always loved Dao Techniques since you were little?”

The Ninth Prince glanced at Yun He and smiled. ”I met this senior a few years ago, but he didn’t think much of me.”

Gai Hong and his sister were slightly taken aback and quickly shifted the topic to avoid any awkwardness.

The Ninth Prince chuckled, letting them know he didn’t mind. He instead looked toward the Peak Master of Extreme Sword Peak and the sword cultivators beside him. ”Brother Gai, I remember last time at Azure Dao Manor, there was a Daoist surnamed Fang with whom you were on good terms. He’s a disciple of the Void Immortal Sword Sect. I wonder if he is here? If he is, could you introduce me?”

Gai Yunnuo’s expression immediately darkened.

Gai Hong chuckled. ”Your Second Sister doesn’t like him, so don’t mention him in front of her. Let’s forget everything else today and focus on what kind of technique Senior Yun He will bestow. I heard that the inheritances Senior Yun He and Senior Fang bestow after their chess games are quite extraordinary.”

The Ninth Prince smiled, choosing not to delve deeper into the topic.

At that moment, Yun He’s gaze swept over the crowd of cultivators before him, and he suddenly sighed lightly. ”Everyone’s talent isn’t quite up to par. All of you are a bit too lacking to join my Three Thousand Dao Sect. However, since destiny has allowed us to meet, I can’t let you leave empty-handed. I wouldn’t want to dampen your hearts in seeking the Dao.”

As he spoke, Yun He waved his sleeve, and beams of light shot out, directly piercing the brows of the crowd.

Among the hundreds of cultivators surrounding him, many were struck by the beams of light, immediately closing their eyes and standing there with solemn expressions.

The cultivators who weren’t chosen looked displeased. One of them shouted at Yun He, ”Senior, why can they be granted the technique, but not me?”

Yun He wore a smile, seemingly ignoring him.

As the person grew increasingly frustrated, he couldn’t help but mutter angrily, ”As expected, it’s just a remnant soul. No matter how powerful they were in the past, they are now neither man nor ghost.”

”Yes, why are you talking to a remnant soul? It all depends on his mood. If he’s in a good mood, he might grant you the technique; if he’s in a bad mood, you won’t even get a fart,” someone mocked.

Suddenly, one of the cultivators who had received the inheritance opened his eyes and angrily exclaimed, ”The inheritance I received is the Five Element Controlling Technique!? What kind of technique is this? I’ve understood this technique since I started cultivating at seven years old!”

”Damn it, I got the Fireball Technique!”

”I got the Ice Arrow Technique.”

”I’m a bit better off; I got the Divine Movement Talisman. At least it counts as a Talisman Inheritance. If I had received it during my Qi Refining Realm, it might have helped, but I am at the Enlightenment Realm right now, what am I supposed to do with this? It seems Senior Yun He’s mind isn’t working quite alright.”

The cultivators who received inheritance nearly all cursed at Yun He in unison, expressing their displeasure.

At that moment, someone’s cold voice rang out, ”Senior Yun He, do you really not recognize this person? His name is Hong Qing. I’ve heard he received your true inheritance in the past. If you don’t want to see him die before you, please grant him the method.”

The crowd paused slightly, and all factions turned their attention to the few cultivators from the Great Expansion Dao Gate.

Is this a public threat?

Everyone wore strange expressions and refrained from intervening, curious to see if threatening Yun He would achieve its intended purpose. If it did, they could simply follow suit in the future.

Yun He’s gaze was blank. ”Hong Qing....”

Hong Qing, who also looked confused, suddenly saw his expression turn dark. He coldly swept a glance at the group of cultivators from the Great Expansion Dao Gate. ”You bunch of trash, you’re worse than pigs and dogs.”

”Haha, I knew you were just pretending to be mad and silly. Can’t keep up the act now, can you?”