Immortal of the Nine Realms

Chapter 1758: I’ll Just Talk to You

The figure projected by the crystal sphere fell silent for a few moments. Finally, it said, ”What are you talking about? A land capable of giving birth to a Realm Lord. Do you think that’s something people like us can handle? If you’re trying to get me killed, there’s no need to go through all this trouble. If you’re trying to deceive me, then don’t come to me for business again.”

The gray-robed woman smiled faintly. ”You’ve misunderstood. I said comparable to a Realm Lord, not an actual one. Think about it, how could nine star realms possibly give birth to a true Realm Lord? This is exactly their advantage. Though their cultivation path is relatively ancient, once they reach a certain threshold, they undergo a qualitative leap, skipping several major realms.

”However, such a cultivation system also has its flaws. The Heavenly Dao of this place cannot leave and is bound here for its entire existence. At the same time, the existence of the Heavenly Dao also accelerates the destruction of this world. My race understood this very early on, which is why we chose to migrate. And that decision was indeed correct. Now, the Heavenly Dao here has already perished. After squeezing out its final bit of value, this place will become a dead land, barren and devoid of all life.”

Everyone listened in stunned silence.

Realm Lord?

It was the first time they had ever heard such a term, and yet the woman was using the Heavenly Dao as a comparison. That alone showed how terrifying the so-called Realm Lords must be, beings with powers comparable to the Heavenly Dao itself.

Xianyue Guan murmured, ”So the existence of the Heavenly Dao actually causes this place to die slowly?”

Many of them fell into deep thought.

Could it be that the dissipation of immortal essence in the past was caused by the Heavenly Dao? Up until now, they had always believed it was due to the ancient war of the Three Realms... or the demons. Which explanation is true?

”Skipping several major realms... I have indeed heard of some ancient races that possessed extremely special cultivation methods. But in the end, those races either perished or had to forge a new path. After countless ages of verification, the path we currently follow is the correct one. Those ancient paths only lead to self-destruction in the end.”

After a pause, he continued, ”As for the humans you mentioned, they might also be remnants of an ancient race trying to follow a new path. But they failed, which is why they seem weak, yet still understand our common tongue.”

The gray-robed woman said calmly, ”Who knows? I’m not interested in that. I only care about how much you’re willing to pay for the coordinates.”

”Nine star realms and a place suitable as a military recruitment ground... the value is indeed difficult to determine. Give me some time, about one hundred years. I’ll consult some people and give you an answer.”

”One hundred years? Try to be faster. I won’t wait too long.”

Frowning slightly, the gray-robed woman terminated the connection, and the projection vanished along with it.

She looked at Wang Ye and the others with a faintly amused expression and couldn’t help but chuckle.

”I already said it, my existence is beyond your understanding, and so are my ways.”

At that moment, a voice suddenly rang beside her ear.

”Things we don’t understand can be understood gradually. We have plenty of time.”

The gray-robed woman was about to react when she suddenly felt a chilling sensation at her neck. She narrowed her eyes but didn’t make any rash moves, only focusing on her peripheral vision. A fair, slender hand was gently resting on her neck.

”This is...”

Wang Ye and the others finally relaxed. At the same time, they felt extremely surprised, their gazes shifting between Fang Chen and Abbess Qing He.

Fang Chen said with a faint smile, ”Remove their restraints.”

The gray-robed woman glanced at Fang Chen, then at Abbess Qing He, and finally gave a slight, expressionless nod. The restraints on Wang Ye and the others instantly dissipated.

The gray-robed woman then said, ”I didn’t expect a ninth-transformation immortal to be here. You saw everything just now?”

Fang Chen said calmly, ”Mm. We saw everything from beginning to end. I originally thought you were reinforcements summoned by the Demonic Beast faction of the Divine Dao Sect. But instead, you intend to sell the Nine Mortal Realms. If those Demonic Beasts knew they had called back a thief, they’d probably regret it deeply.”

The gray-robed woman’s expression changed slightly, but she did not refute.

At the mention of a ninth-transformation immortal, Wang Ye and the others were left completely shaken and subconsciously looked toward Abbess Qing He.

This seemingly young nun... is a ninth transformation immortal?

Wang Ye withdrew his gaze from Abbess Qing He and said solemnly to Fang Chen, ”Old Nine, this person’s identity is highly unusual. We need to proceed with caution and make long-term plans. We fought and struggled all this way, and before we even settled the matter, an outsider showed up planning to sell the Nine Realms.”

Xianyue Guan sighed. ”This information should be reported to the demon race and the Fallen Immortals as well. Even the Lesser Immortal Realm should be informed.”

”This war... should be paused for now.”

”Why the rush?” Ye Qingqiu said coldly. ”She has already been subdued. Even if she wants to sell the Nine Realms now, she no longer has the ability.”

Xianyue Guan said calmly, ”Are you stupid? If she can come back, what makes you think others can’t? We just happened to encounter her today. What about tomorrow? And after that? If another Ancestral Demon returns silently and sells off the Nine Realms, what are we going to use to deal with it?”

Ye Qingqiu originally wanted to retort, but after thinking it through carefully, she fell silent.

”Since you understand that point, then we can actually sit down and have a proper discussion,” said the gray-robed woman. ”I can see that the Nine Demoni—the Nine Mortal Realms are currently in turmoil. All of you possess considerable strength, yet you are constantly worn down by various matters. In reality, at your level of cultivation, you could go anywhere outside and quietly cultivate in peace without worrying about anything. Now, there is an opportunity in front of you. Sell the Nine Mortal Realms, and we will divide the proceeds according to proportion. For example, this ninth-transformation immortal could receive a larger share.”

She glanced at Abbess Qing He before continuing, ”After selling the Nine Realm, we can use the funds to go to a better place. For instance, the realm where my race currently resides. Unlike here, where everything is in decline and approaching death, immortal essence is still abundant and vigorous there.”

”Immortal essence is still abundant?!”

Everyone’s expression subtly changed, their eyes revealing a hint of contemplation.

Wang Ye murmured, ”That... does sound like a decent option. May I ask where your world is located?”

The gray-robed woman looked at him for a long moment, then let out a soft sigh. ”Before the Nine Mortal Realms are sold, I will not disclose the location of my race, even though you pose no threat to us whatsoever.”

Xianyue Guan frowned. ”That’s a bit lacking in sincerity, isn’t it? Do you think we’re the kind of people who would invade your homeland?”

The gray-robed woman suddenly turned her gaze toward Fang Chen, her expression complex. ”You are the one in charge here, aren’t you? Even this ninth-transformation immortal listens to you. I’ll just talk to you.”