Eternal Life by Daily Divination

The moment she spoke, the entire Flying Ship fell silent.

Looks of surprise appeared on the faces of the numerous Honored Guest Elders.

They were all well aware.

Zi Xi might have seemed placid, but in truth, she was exceedingly proud. After all, her background and talent both far surpassed those of other Cultivators at her tier.

For that very reason, she never gave anyone a second chance.

Years ago.

Within the ruins of that Ancient Sect.

She had invited Li Chang’an to become a Guest Elder of the Sect in her service, but he refused.

At the time, the other Honored Guest Elders had all thought Li Chang’an was short-sighted for missing such a monumental opportunity. They believed he would never get a second chance.

But now.

Zi Xi was actually inviting him again!

Something like this had never happened before. How could they not be astonished?

"Daoist Li, you can consider it again."

Zi Xi’s voice was clear as her gaze fell upon Li Chang’an.

This time.

She revealed her identity.

Just as Li Chang’an had learned, she was the disciple of Fairy Zi Xia, a Nascent Soul True Monarch of the Purple Mist Sect. Her standing within the sect was quite extraordinary.

Furthermore, her innate talent was astounding.

She didn’t just have an Earth Spirit Root; she also possessed a Cloud Mist Spirit Body.

Such talent was among the greatest in the Purple Mist Sect’s ten-thousand-year history, making her chances of becoming a Nascent Soul True Monarch incredibly high!

’An Earth Spirit Root, and a Spirit Body on top of that...’

Li Chang’an was secretly astonished.

An Earth Spirit Root alone was already exceptional.

To have a Spirit Root of that caliber, combined with a Spirit Body... her cultivation talent was unimaginable.

He knew that Mu Xiaoxiao, a Golden Core Seed of the Mu Family, merely had an Inferior Spirit Root with only a pitiful wisp of Spirit Charm. Yet, because she possessed a Spirit Body, her cultivation speed far outstripped that of the other Golden Core Seeds.

Li Chang’an understood.

Zi Xi had revealed her background and talent to persuade him to follow her willingly.

Any other Golden Core Cultivator would never pass up such an opportunity.

After all, following her was tantamount to following a future Nascent Soul True Monarch.

But Li Chang’an possessed the Spirit Root Ascension method. He had a chance to raise his own Spiritual Root to the level of a Celestial Spirit Root in the future, and he still had over a thousand years of life to plan his Nascent Soul Formation.

He didn’t need to follow a Nascent Soul cultivator; he was confident he could reach the Nascent Soul realm himself!

"Thank you for your kind offer, Saintess."

Li Chang’an didn’t hesitate, refusing for the second time.

Upon hearing his words.

Zi Xi was momentarily stunned.

She had laid out her background and talent; logically, Li Chang’an should not have been able to refuse.

Yet Li Chang’an’s choice had once again defied her expectations.

The other Honored Guest Elders were equally baffled.

Wu Shuo sent a covert Sound Transmission: "Daoist Li, an Honored Guest Elder serving Saintess Zi Xi holds a high position within the Purple Mist Sect and receives better treatment than other Cultivators of the same tier. Why would you refuse? By the time she becomes a Nascent Soul True Monarch, the chance to follow her will be long gone!"

Li Chang’an replied via Sound Transmission, "Daoist Wu, I’m free-spirited by nature. The sect’s rules are too strict and just aren’t for me. It’s better to remain a Mountain Wanderer Cultivator."

"This..."

Wu Shuo was at a loss for words, completely unable to understand.

’Giving up the chance to follow a future Nascent Soul True Monarch just because he can’t handle some rules?’

He looked at Li Chang’an’s earnest expression.

It didn’t seem like he was lying.

At that moment.

Zi Xi spoke. "Fine. Since you are unwilling, I will not force the matter. Cultivate well, and do not grow complacent."

She offered a few words of casual encouragement and, without lingering, piloted the Flying Ship away.

"Farewell, Saintess."

Li Chang’an remained where he was, watching the Flying Ship disappear over the horizon.

Then, he transformed into a streak of light and flew to the highest peak of the towering mountain range. As he gazed down at the vast world below, an indescribable joy welled up within him.

Come to think of it.

This was the first time he truly had a domain of his own.

Changqing Mountain, where he had cultivated in the past, was merely a Spirit Vein belonging to the Cyan Cloud Sect.

But this Tier Three Spirit Vein truly belonged to him and him alone, not to any other power or faction.

"After more than a century of cultivation, I finally have a foundation to call my own!"

Li Chang’an spread out his Divine Sense, taking a moment to carefully perceive his new domain.

It was just as the rumors described.

In the most concentrated area of this Tier Three Spirit Vein, the Spiritual Power was already approaching the threshold of Tier Four.

Moreover, deep within the Spirit Vein, he sensed a searing presence.

Li Chang’an executed an Escape Technique and arrived at the location.

Appearing before him.

Was the very same Tier Three Earth Fire!

The fire was of extremely high quality, having reached Tier Three Top Grade.

"From now on, this will be my Alchemy Room and Artifact Refining Room."

With a wave of his hand, two beams of Spiritual Light flew from his Storage Pouch, materializing as an Alchemy Furnace and a Forging Furnace before settling on the ground.

Using the Five Elements Mutual Production Method, he channeled his Earth Element Magical Power to quickly carve out a sufficiently large cavern.

Afterward.

He returned to the mountain’s peak and carved out his own cultivation abode.

He situated the deepest part of his abode right where the Spirit Vein’s Spiritual Power was most concentrated, making it ideal for long-term cultivation.

The entire mountain range had a Spiritual Power concentration of Tier Three, meaning countless more abodes could be created to house other Golden Core Cultivators or even Tier Three Demon Kings.

In addition, the vast regions surrounding the mountain range had a Tier Two Spiritual Power concentration.

Even further out, the concentration was at Tier One.

According to the Spirit Contract.

All of these areas belonged to Li Chang’an!

The total land area was several times larger than even Yellow Crane Immortal City!

In other words.

If Li Chang’an so desired.

He could establish his very own Immortal City.

He could hold auctions, rent out abodes, lease storefronts, and more.

Even if he did nothing all day but lie around on his mountain, a steady stream of Spirit Stones would flow into his coffers!

Furthermore, the Spirit Vein’s location was excellent.

It was situated near the very heart of the Southern Domain, close to all the major powers.

If he were to establish an Immortal City, its income would surely far exceed that of Yellow Crane Immortal City.

’However, managing an Immortal City would be too much trouble. It would be best to leave that to someone else, while I just enjoy the peace and quiet on my mountain.’