Immortality Starts With Investment

Seven days later, Ye Chen arrived at Sword Sect. Last visit, he was merely Nascent Soul, barely notable in the Great Yan Continent, called the Fourth Holy Son—stronger only than Heavenly Evolution Holy Land’s token Second and Third. He could only handle the Heavenly Intention Holy Son’s divine will avatar.

Now, a decade later, everything had flipped. Ye Chen was Great Yan’s undisputed top prodigy. The Holy Son’s avatar was nothing; even his true body had been split by Ye Chen. He even aimed to steal the Holy Son’s fiancée, utterly dominating him. News of Ye Chen easily defeating Central Continent’s ten prodigy-level Star River King Body spread across Great Yan in half a month, cementing his unchallenged title as the top prodigy.

At Sword Sect, his reception was extraordinary. Elders greeted him, and even a Mahayana Supreme Elder chatted briefly, praising his boundless future. But they weren’t his focus. His eyes stayed on his master, clad in a striking red gown, her presence as captivating as ever, her figure unmatched. Despite her cold, stunning face, she hardly seemed a proper sword cultivator. The elders, tactful, left after pleasantries, giving them privacy.

Upon meeting, Ye Chen gifted generously. First, treasures for system feedback. Then, the Triple Charms Unity Method, shared with his master. Next, spiritual fruits from various immortal roots, Enlightenment Tea leaves, Moon Laurel flowers—each at least one, some dozens or hundreds, all for her.

Finally, the Movement Secret. Sword cultivators were renowned for fierce attacks, and the Sword Sect’s Dugu Bubai’s legacy rivaled the Great Emperor Scripture. The Battle Secret would only enhance her offense, but Ye Chen prioritized her survival—Movement Secret suited that best. This visit was a one-click gift spree to ensure his master’s worry-free cultivation.

The staggering gifts stunned Gu Yunyun, already delighted by Ye Chen’s visit. Her phoenix eyes widened. Such treasures rivaled entire holy lands’ collections, especially the legendary, long-lost Triple Charms Unity Method, priceless beyond measure.

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Ye Chen, truly the Heavenly Emperor’s heir, had inherited treasures the Emperor claimed were lost or destroyed. It made sense—the Emperor, despite dominating his era, couldn’t openly hoard everything, so he hid them in his treasury.

That didn’t matter to Gu Yunyun. She only felt her disciple’s wholehearted devotion. Now a Holy Son, Great Yan’s top prodigy, he remained the same youth from Sword Peak before her.

Ye Chen stayed a week, touring rivers and mountains with her, savoring rare moments of her unique tenderness. He’d once thought she resembled Senior An—both reserved but permissive of his advances. This reunion showed differences. Senior An was proactive if justified, guilt-free. His master, bound by her role, was more passive.

Ye Chen summed it up: As your master, this is forbidden. But you’ve surpassed me, you scoundrel. I’m powerless—what can I do? Her actions were framed as helpless concessions, unlike Senior An’s clear conscience.

Her unmatched, domineering allure—flawless white jade, distinct from Fan Qinghe’s honey—captivated him. When he pushed too far, her glare promised retribution once her cultivation surpassed his, adding thrilling spice to their dynamic.

A week later, Ye Chen gifted his master again. Despite her reluctance—overwhelmed by his generosity—Gu Yunyun yielded under his persistent coaxing. When he left, she felt reluctant to part.

Ye Chen repeatedly urged her to resign as the Sword Sect’s leader and join him at Heavenly Evolution Holy Land. She refused. Beyond her pride as his master, she couldn’t abandon Sword Sect.

A Supreme Elder had entrusted her with his sword intent, hoping she’d uphold the sect. How could she enjoy its benefits and leave? That defied her Dao. Besides, she felt their current dynamic suited them. Constantly hearing of Ye Chen stealing women or fiancées from sects and holy lands would clash with her nature. Keeping distance, meeting occasionally, was better for their peculiar master-disciple bond.

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Leaving Sword Sect, Ye Chen headed to the Yao Clan. Like Sword Sect, he received exceptional treatment, nearly matching a Holy Master’s. Fitting, as outsiders saw him as Heavenly Evolution’s next Holy Master.

Yao Gu and the Holy Son Yao had gone to the Central Continent, but Ye Chen didn’t come in vain—Yao Xi remained. Rushing to meet him, Yao Xi’s eyes teared with joy at seeing Ye Chen after so long. Her gentle, familiar gaze warmed him. Activating his Heavy Pupil, he checked her thoroughly, relieved to find no issues.

Simultaneously, a system prompt echoed in his mind:

”Partner Yao Xi’s multiplier has changed, updating…”

”Partner Yao Xi: 2,000x!”