Cultivation Starts with Rejuvenation

The Nine Tripods Commerce Association actually looks down on cultivation domains like the Celestial Cyan Domain, as it is too monopolized and insular, hindering trade.

However, indeed over two hundred years ago, a branch of their family came here to do business.

Moreover, the identity of that family branch was not simple.

Although they did not make any significant achievements in this domain and quietly left over a hundred years ago, the tokens they issued during their time here were genuine.

Given their current status within the Nine Tripods Commerce Association, these tokens might even hold more value than others.

Thinking of this, his heart became more anxious, imprinting Guo Wanzhi’s appearance firmly in his sea of consciousness, observing her position after entering the spiritual ship.

At the same time, he gave Yuan Yishui a cold glare.

”Thank you, Fellow Daoist!” Guo Wanzhi returned to her senses from the shock caused by the jade token, looking at Li Ji’an with surprise once more.

She held the jade token, knowing it was a jade token for Honored Guest Elders of Pill Masters, yet the power displayed by ”Huang Jie” before her was Wood Magic Power.

”Haha, it’s nothing, just don’t forget the previous promise.” Li Ji’an laughed freely, reminding her.

Guo Wanzhi took a deep breath and bowed deeply to Li Ji’an again: ”Rest assured, Fellow Daoist, I am not one to break promises or burn bridges after crossing.”

”Good!”

”Elder, this way please, Fairy, this way please.” Yuan Yishui immediately stepped forward, leading the way for Li Ji’an and Guo Wanzhi.

The spiritual ship had three floors, with the first being for the ship’s authorities and distinguished guests, containing only three rooms.

The second floor was the residence of the commerce association’s steward.

The third floor was for the staff of the commerce association, as well as external cabins for passengers.

Soon, Yuan Yishui led Li Ji’an and the other two to a room on the second floor.

The room was not along the ship’s side, relatively enclosed, and if not for the spiritual ship’s Gathering Spirit Array, it would feel oppressive, evidently considered one of the poorer rooms on the second floor.

However, for ordinary cultivators, this was already a luxury, as the spiritual energy in the room reached the level of a Second Tier Spirit Vein, allowing them to not only avoid energy depletion but also concentrate on cultivation along the journey.

”Elder Huang, please bear with us for staying here temporarily.” Yuan Yishui nodded humbly, showing great respect.

Li Ji’an waved nonchalantly, stating: ”It’s we who are borrowing the commerce association’s resources!”

”Elder Huang is being too courteous; you are already an Honored Guest Elder of our Si Shui Commerce Association, so there’s no such thing as borrowing or not.” Yuan Yishui’s fawning expression intensified.

Especially when he glanced at Yao Rui and Guo Wanzhi beside Li Ji’an, regretting that they were on the spiritual ship where they didn’t have any outstandingly beautiful female cultivators among the staff.

However, he was already secretly planning to spare no expense in acquiring several stunning beauties for them upon returning to the Ten Thousand Merchants Domain.

As long as he could secure them in the Si Shui Commerce Association, with the favor his master had with that branch in the Nine Tripods Commerce Association, they might have a decisive utility in the future!

”Elder, you rest first, and I will prepare a spirit meal and spirit wine to help you relax a bit.” Yuan Yishui said flatteringly, exchanging a glance with Li Ji’an, a hint of feigned lasciviousness flashing in his eyes.

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”Shhh!” As soon as Yuan Yishui left the cabin, both Yao Rui and Guo Wanzhi subtly distanced themselves from Li Ji’an.

Both were late Foundation Establishment cultivators; Yuan Yishui’s demeanor had not escaped their senses just now.

Li Ji’an saw this and felt slightly embarrassed, knowing he should not have left Huang Jie’s essence and soul intact.

”Cough~” He cleared his throat lightly, easing the atmosphere a bit.

”I am not some gentleman with moral pretenses, no need for the two of you to be so on guard.” Huang Jie’s appearance dictated others’ attitude towards him; further explanations would have adverse effects.

”Pfft~” Yao Rui and Guo Wanzhi could not help but snicker upon hearing this.

”Hmph, you still have some self-awareness!” Yao Rui relaxed a bit from her earlier vigilance.

Guo Wanzhi quickly restrained her laughter, sitting up straight, and spoke proactively: ”Young Master Huang’s kindness will be remembered by this humble girl. However, I already have a beloved in this life and cannot accept anyone else. So... instead of offering myself, I am willing to promise three things to Young Master Huang. As long as I can accomplish them, I will not let you down.”

Li Ji’an watched Guo Wanzhi’s resolute demeanor, the corner of his mouth curling inadvertently, thinking that Xu Xiaochun was indeed a lucky fellow.

He just wondered if he was still alive?

”Hey! Let me make it clear as well, you saved me today, and I owe you a favor, but I also have someone in mind. Don’t get any ideas about me, or I’ll return kindness with enmity, don’t blame me!” Yao Rui hurriedly declared as well.

Li Ji’an laughed freely, giving Yao Rui a sidelong glance: ”Perhaps you’re overreacting a bit, Fellow Daoist Huang may fancy beauty, but, Fairy, you neither have a prominent front nor a curvy back, I truly can’t muster any enthusiasm.”

”I...” Yao Rui was instantly furious.

Li Ji’an’s divine sense even sensed she seemed about to unleash her Transformation.

In fact, Yao Rui’s figure wasn’t as Li Ji’an jested.

It was just that she had purposely transformed into an ordinary appearance this time.

However, Li Ji’an’s mid-stage True Core divine sense had long seen through that transformation.

Under her fiery red hair, her full chest and long figure accentuated her peach-like hips, making them seem more prominent and voluptuous.

”Then I thank Fellow Daoist Huang for not having any inclinations.” Yao Rui ultimately suppressed her anger just in time, gritting her teeth as she spoke.

Additionally, her earlier claim of having someone in her heart was merely a lie.

She indeed had a level of respect for her senior brother, Li Ping’an, developed over decades of cultivation together, always being slightly overshadowed and having developed a sense of submission.