Chapter 2743 - 2735: The Way and the Heartless (Second Update)

Chapter 2743: Chapter 2735: The Way and the Heartless (Second Update)

It can be imagined how proud a cultivator who enters the Nascent Soul stage at the age of four hundred and ten must be.

Xuanyuan Youdao is no exception, although she tries hard to restrain her aura, she cannot conceal the cold pride on her body.

Her attitude towards Feng Jun... how to say, it is generally friendly, and it is obvious that she wants to show her gentleness, but this temperament is not cultivated overnight, and it is difficult to change in a hurry.

In fact, she is not from the Xuanyuan of the Huanqiong Realm, but from the Xuanyuan Family of the Wan’er Secondary Plane. Due to her astonishing talent and rapid cultivation progress, she reached the late Golden Core Stage at over three hundred years old. She was specifically transferred to the main branch’s minor realm by Xuanyuan Buqi.

This kind of transfer by the Xuanyuan Family is not an exploitation of other branches by the main branch—although it is likely suspected of that, the fact is the minor realm where the main branch is located is in the Tianqin Main Plane, where the rules have the least difference from the main plane, having the least impact on realm improvement.

Xuanyuan Youdao has not limited her development to the minor realm. She has been to other secret realms of the Xuanyuan Family and lived there for quite some time. This is the Xuanyuan Family’s mode of cultivating extraordinary geniuses—the more rules you adapt to, the stronger your growth potential becomes.

In fact, those not so monstrous disciples prefer not to be cultivated this way: if stuck by some rule, their future would be worrisome.

In short, Xuanyuan Youdao came this time together with Xuanyuan Hulie, and she’d heard from Elder Hulie, nine times out of ten, it was to introduce her to a Dao partner... someone selected by Ancestor Buqi.

Xuanyuan Youdao felt a little strange upon receiving this news. Her mentality actually resembles that of Nie Chifeng of the Crimson Phoenix Sect. Although she never severed the Scarlet Dragon, she holds a casual attitude towards a Dao partner.

Of course, such youthful longing will inevitably emerge during growth, but at that time, her cultivation progress already overshadowed her peers, making her reluctant to look down.

Anyway, she progressed muddle-headed along the way, unknowingly reaching the third layer of the Nascent Soul. And she already vaguely touched the threshold of the Nascent Soul Middle Phase, feeling that finding a partner was probably her own matter, and the clan should not interfere.

Coming from a large clan, wanting to freely choose a Dao companion is almost impossible, especially for a monstrous genius like her.

Yet, she is so exceptionally talented that even the Xuanyuan Family cannot use her to trade for other benefits.

But somehow, an exception finally occurred now. It turns out it was personally pointed out by Ancestor Buqi.

Of course, Xuanyuan Hulie also stated that whether it works out or not mainly depends on how she feels, the clan will not force it.

However, upon hearing that the other party was Mountain Master Feng of White Pebble Beach, Xuanyuan Youdao didn’t develop too much of an aversion.

Feng Jun is really too popular now, especially since the Xuanyuan Family has bought two sets of Virtual Combat Magical Treasures. Even though Xuanyuan Youdao has been in closed-door cultivation seeking the feeling of advancement these years, she occasionally hears rumors about this person when she comes out.

She didn’t previously consider this aspect mainly because Feng Jun’s cultivation level was too low, merely at the Mid-Stage Golden Core.

But to ponder carefully, Feng Jun’s issue isn’t low cultivation level, but being too young, reportedly not even fifty years old.

Xuanyuan Youdao remembers, she was nearly two hundred when reaching the Mid-Stage Golden Core.

Anyway... just come and see. Where there’s a path, there’s no affection, never had affection, how can there be no affection?

In fact, she doesn’t follow the path of lack of emotion, she just thought highly of herself when young, found the flavor of "where there is a path, there is no emotion" quite interesting, hence changing her name on her own accord, and the clan did not oppose.

However, when Feng Jun heard "where there is a path, there is no affection," he felt something off—does this imply that this girl’s Red Pill is still intact?

So he didn’t react much at the time, later discreetly used his mobile phone inside to check when someone introduced him further...it was actually true!

Once upon a time, he too was cunning, but as he aged and his cultivation level increased, such thoughts faded significantly mainly because the women around him varied widely, and he didn’t lack any—goddesses once beyond his reach were easily conquered.

Leaving aside Yi Jue, deemed as a potential "Dao companion," just look at how many from the disciples beside him are his women?

Once certain relationships are established, corresponding responsibilities must be undertaken, being a fastidious person, he doesn’t want others to say he abandons affection.

Moreover... are the Nascent Souls of the Xuanyuan Family so easy to get along with? It’s better not to seek unnecessary trouble.

Therefore, after Elder Hulie introduced the Nascent Souls of the Xuanyuan Family, he proactively released Yu Qingzhu, subtly indicating—I have a female cultivator by my side, some words are better left unsaid.

One must admit, as a former goddess in Feng Jun’s mind, Yu Qingzhu is quite presentable, even though her appearance is a bit awkward, but her ethereal cultivation means her looks haven’t undergone any subtle adjustments.

The bloodlines of those ancient families, especially direct descendants, are certainly above average in appearance—with good conditions, marrying handsome men and beautiful women is inevitable.

Xuanyuan Youdao was tall, standing at 1.8 meters, with an impeccable appearance and an excellent temperament. The corner of her right eye even held a millet-sized tear mole, indicating she didn’t refine her appearance during the Core Formation and Nascent Soul condensation stages.

In other words, she had enough confidence in herself to disdain correcting minor flaws.

However, when she saw Yu Qingzhu, she couldn’t help but be slightly taken aback, silently complimenting in her heart: What a delicate female cultivator.

Possessing the subtlety expected of a female cultivator, she instinctively guessed the other party’s motives.

Yu Qingzhu’s feelings were not as comfortable; after accepting a thousand mid-level spirit stones, she always felt there were a few gazes occasionally glancing at her, including one from a beautiful female True Immortal cultivator.

This female cultivator’s gaze was strange, filled with curiosity, resentment, confusion, and relief—a really odd feeling.

As the initiator, Feng Jun could also sense the subtle atmosphere, so he interrupted with a smile, "I thought Big You wouldn’t bring me to the Xuanyuan family’s secret realm entrance, didn’t expect to come after all."

"You’re overthinking," Xuanyuan Buqi shook his head with a smile, having noticed the younger generation’s intentions but not caring about them. The Xuanyuan family’s female cultivators were not so easily rejected, "We’re still tens of thousands of miles away from the secret realm."

Compared to his understatement, Qian Zhong was rather unhappy—I’m intent on hiding from the world, yet you bring so many to see me, really excessive. She chuckled lightly, "Young Feng, your divine skill allowing you to freely come and go, must be guarded against by everyone."

Xuanyuan Buqi glanced at her helplessly but mustered courage to provoke her again, "Ah, it’s the esteemed cultivator Qian Zhong who spoke, everyone remember this senior’s appearance, show her the same respect as you would me, understood?"

The Xuanyuan family’s many disciples were startled and then promptly paid respects, "Greetings, Senior Qian Zhong."

The ancestor hadn’t directly stated this person’s cultivation level, but being called "fellow Daoist" implied their cultivation was evident. However, following the ancestor’s instructions, addressing her as senior was best—what if she’s a Fusion Stage powerhouse?

Qian Zhong felt annoyed inside but remained composed outwardly. She waved her hand and spoke calmly, "Alright, I came hastily and didn’t expect to meet so many Xuanyuan family juniors. Do not mock me for being petty."

Trying to play this trick on me, yet hoping I’d offer a greeting gift? Don’t even think about it!

The Xuanyuan family’s many disciples didn’t anticipate this senior would speak in such a tone, momentarily bewildered on how to respond.

Xuanyuan Buqi waved his hand generously, "It doesn’t matter, the Xuanyuan family’s resources are decent and indifferent to such things."

The remaining Xuanyuan family disciples finally understood—this senior seems to have some sort of discord with the ancestor.

Yet, the principle remained, as long as the ancestor didn’t react, they wouldn’t overstep.

Elder Hulie lightly coughed, "Ancestor, we’ve prepared food and drinks...when would you like to join us?"

Xuanyuan Buqi gestured, "Let’s take a walk around first, we’ll talk about dining after nightfall."

There wasn’t much to see nearby, just some landscapes, trees, and grotesque rocks. Approaching noon when they arrived, a casual stroll led to evening.

Feng Jun spoke in a deep tone, "Grand You, forget the food and drinks. I mainly came to witness wonders like the Sunfury Mystic Ice Cave, renowned even in Tianqin."

"I’ve made arrangements," Xuanyuan Buqi nodded and then smiled, "Food and drinks are necessary. You’re still a Golden Core Master; the nutritious effects are excellent. Don’t wait to attain my cultivation level, when culinary pleasures become meaningless, serving only the pleasure of taste."

"The pleasure of taste is quite delightful," Feng Jun replied with a smile, "If one can’t freely indulge in food, what’s the point of cultivation? I originally cultivate the Devouring Primordial Heaven Technique, if the Xuanyuan family has nutritious treasures, perhaps they’ll assist in future advancement."

"Oh," Xuanyuan Buqi nodded, his heart skipped a beat. Previously, this one appeared lacking nothing, yet now actively sought out nutritious treasures—what’s going on?

No matter the circumstance, maintain the True Immortal demeanor, so he casually instructed, "Youdao, remember Feng Mountain Master’s words, prepare some nutritious treasures and be a warm host."

"Respectfully accept ancestor’s decree," Xuanyuan Youdao bowed with great respect.

Then she glanced at Feng Jun, blinked her large eyes, and asked, "May I ask Feng Mountain Master, I’ve heard you devised the Golden Core Stage’s contents in your cultivation of the Devouring Primordial Heaven Technique yourself?"

"Yes," Feng Jun nodded, said only one word, unwilling to continue talking.

Xuanyuan Youdao felt dissatisfied instead, she respectfully asked again, "May I ask Feng Mountain Master, the Golden Core is an unblemished body, when the kidney water transforms into kidney essence, how should it be discerned?"