When I Achieved Sainthood, the Immortal Official Actually Called Me to Raise Horses!

The emergence of Divine Anomaly City stirred up an uproar comparable to the Demonic Cataclysm of the past. Countless rumors spread throughout the cultivation world and mortal realm alike:

”Divine Anomaly City houses immortals!”

”Divine Anomaly City contains an elixir of eternal life!”

”Divine Anomaly City is a gateway to another world!”

The sheer variety of tales was endless, even Gu An found some of them amusing.

Half a year passed in the blink of an eye.

This year’s Spring Festival was far quieter than usual, as many Taixuan Sect disciples had ventured out in search of opportunities. Fortunately, the Third Medicine Valley and Xuan Valley remained unaffected.

Meanwhile, Divine Anomaly City continued to attract cultivators from all over the world. Even Nine-Fingered Divine Lord, who had been staying at Taixuan Sect, had gone—bringing Chu Jingfeng along with him.

Yet, while many had entered Divine Anomaly City, not a single person had emerged with any treasures.

As spring came to an end, Gu An rode atop the Blood Prison Great Saint, heading toward Horizon Valley.

To his surprise, Li Xuandao was also there.

It had been many years since Li Xuandao had returned to Horizon Valley.

Gu An greeted him respectfully, expressing his gratitude for the Golden Core he had received.

Li Xuandao stroked his beard and smiled. ”It seems Taixuan Sect has treated you well. Someone even helped you form your core. I was planning to send someone to assist you myself.”

Gu An simply thanked him and avoided discussing Taixuan Sect further.

Over the years, Li Xuandao’s cultivation had reached the Second Level of the Integration Stage.

At only 314 years old, his progress was astounding.

Gu An suspected that within five centuries, Li Xuandao would likely reach the Grand Ascension Stage.

Across this entire continent, only An Wu and Xuantian Yi had talent comparable to him.

Even his lifespan exceeded 6,000 years, meaning that reaching Nirvana Stage would be effortless for him.

Li Xuandao summoned Ji Ruolai, Luo Hun, and Lü Xian, inviting them to sit together for a discussion.

He brought up Divine Anomaly City, stating his intention to lead a team to explore it.

”Based on the information I’ve gathered, Divine Anomaly City itself is an immortal treasure, containing countless pocket dimensions. The opportunities within are limitless. Who wants to join me?”

All three immediately expressed their willingness to go.

Then, Li Xuandao’s gaze landed on Gu An.

Gu An hadn’t expected to receive an invitation and hurriedly shook his head.

”I’ll pass. With my current cultivation, I’d only hold you back. Besides, I’m not interested in so-called ’immortal opportunities.’ I know my limits—such things are beyond my reach.”

Li Xuandao smirked. ”But I’m only at the Core Formation Stage myself. Are you saying I shouldn’t go either?”

A Core Formation cultivator…?

You’re an Integration Stage powerhouse! Stop pretending!

Gu An sighed helplessly. ”Even among Core Formation cultivators, there’s a vast difference in strength. I am nowhere near your level.”

Li Xuandao simply pointed at him with a playful grin, not pushing any further.

Lü Xian wanted to say, ”Both of you, stop acting.” But he held his tongue—he couldn’t afford to offend either of them.

As the discussion continued, Ji Ruolai shared additional intelligence on Divine Anomaly City.

Apparently, even the Seven Star Spirit Realm had failed to control the city.

The city’s immortal spirit remained elusive, hiding somewhere within.

With no other choice, the Seven Star Spirit Realm had left Divine Anomaly City open, hoping that cultivators from all over the world would seek out the immortal spirit themselves.

Ji Ruolai had also learned that more overseas cultivators were on their way, potentially disrupting the entire cultivation world.

”The Seven Star Spirit Realm calls itself a ’Holy Land,’ yet it cares nothing for us. Aren’t they just bringing trouble to the Three Dynasties’ cultivation world?” Lü Xian snapped.

Luo Hun nodded in agreement.

During the Demonic Cataclysm, the Seven Star Spirit Realm had refused to intervene—only appearing after the Sword Sovereign of the Righteous Path had slain the Demon Ancestor, claiming credit for ”saving the world.”

Now, only a few years after the Demonic Cataclysm, they had invited countless overseas cultivators, further destabilizing the region.

Could such a sect really be called a Holy Land?

Li Xuandao remained silent.

Ji Ruolai also refrained from commenting.

Gu An, however, couldn’t help but wonder what the Seven Star Spirit Realm was really planning.

This wasn’t just about endangering the Three Dynasties.

If all these foreign cultivators perished, the consequences would be immense.

An hour later, Li Xuandao led the team into Divine Anomaly City.

Horizon Valley fell silent once more.

At dusk, Divine Anomaly City loomed over the barren wilderness, its presence majestic and towering.

Countless cultivators and demons gathered outside the four main gates, some choosing to fly directly into the city.

The moment they entered, ripples spread through the air, and the cultivators vanished without a trace.

In the sky above, Jiang Qiong and the Nightshade Ghost Mother observed from a distance, their eyes filled with astonishment.

Despite hearing numerous rumors, seeing the city in person left them deeply shaken.

More than just visual grandeur, the city exuded an ancient, indescribable aura.

”Divine Anomaly City… They say its master can summon ghosts and spirits to sweep across the heavens and earth. I never thought I’d witness such a legendary treasure in my lifetime.” The Nightshade Ghost Mother sighed.

Jiang Qiong furrowed her brows. ”Why has no one left the city?”

The Nightshade Ghost Mother replied, ”The city contains countless small worlds. It takes years to find an exit.”

Just then—

BOOM!

A thunderous chime echoed across the land, shaking souls to their core.

Jiang Qiong instinctively turned her gaze toward the horizon, where a golden streak of light shot across the wilderness, piercing into Divine Anomaly City at unimaginable speed.

Nobody saw what it was.

Jiang Qiong muttered, ”What realm was that expert in?”

The Nightshade Ghost Mother fell silent.

She had no answer.

Within one of the city’s countless pocket dimensions, An Hao and Gui Jiuxiao sat meditating beside a crumbling wall.

Both looked worn out and injured.

Suddenly—

ROAR!

A deafening beastly howl shook the heavens, causing the walls behind them to tremble.

An Hao opened his eyes, frowning. ”Senior, is there really an immortal opportunity here? Maybe we should try somewhere else.”

For months, they had wandered this desolate world, encountering only powerful immortal beasts instead of treasures.

Even Gui Jiuxiao had sustained injuries.

Gui Jiuxiao remained calm. ”The presence of strong beasts proves this place holds great treasures. If we can find the immortal spirit of Divine Anomaly City, we will rise above all others!”

An Hao sighed. ”Even if we find it, can we actually keep it?”

Before Gui Jiuxiao could reply—

BOOM!

The city began shaking violently.

A cold voice echoed through the air.

”Gui Jiuxiao, long time no see!”

Gui Jiuxiao’s expression darkened.

”Qin Xunyin! So, you’ve come too!”

From the swirling dust emerged a young man in blue, his aura cold and arrogant.

Behind him loomed a colossal black elephant demon, its blood-red eyes gleaming with malice.

Gui Jiuxiao gripped his Dragon-Slaying Spear tightly. ”Last time, you knelt before me in defeat. Have you forgotten that humiliation?”

Qin Xunyin’s eyes turned icy cold.

”We’ll see who kneels today!”