Chapter 597 - 578: Little Tail

Although a Five Elements Attribute with a dominant fire aspect would be more suitable for this Cultivation Technique, it didn’t matter to Wang Meng. His priority was to increase his True Essence and temper his body—this current physique was truly pathetic.

Wang Meng sat cross-legged and activated his Life Wheel, and a faint stream of True Essence began to circulate through his body. Back in the Small Thousand Realm, Master Wang had wielded the might of a Five Elements Life Wheel; the difference was like heaven and earth. But Wang Meng had an indomitable spirit. The greater the challenge, the more his fighting spirit soared. He quickly entered a state of complete focus.

After an unknown amount of time, a knock sounded at the door.

Little Wan walked in cautiously, carrying a tray of food. "Young Master Wang, this is your dinner. The young miss asked me to bring it."

Wang Meng slowly opened his eyes and gave a natural smile, which startled Little Wan from a short distance away. The young maid was obviously on high alert around this so-called fiend.

Wang Meng gave a wry smile. "Just put it there. Thank you."

It wasn’t something he could easily explain, nor was there any way to. After all, those things were facts.

Little Wan quickly set the things down and scurried away like a frightened rabbit. Wang Meng’s stomach let out a RUMBLE. He was starving.

’It’s been a long time since I’ve felt this hungry.’

Soon, Wang Meng had devoured the entire platter of food. There was even a small pot of wine, which was a nice touch. Returning to the sensations of a mortal was a completely new experience for him.

’It’s a shame the portions were a little small. It would have been perfect if there was more.’

After eating and drinking his fill, Wang Meng resumed cultivating the Merak Fire Cloud Technique. Once he reached the Third Layer of the Profound Wheel, he could proceed to the next step.

This Merak Fire Cloud Technique was rather interesting. It seemed to use a method of exploiting a Five Elements Deficiency to strengthen the Life Wheel’s Five Elements Flame, thereby producing a stronger Five Elements Attribute.

The more intense the Fire Attribute, the more powerful the Merak Fire Cloud Technique became. As his True Essence increased, so too would its might.

All techniques share the same principles, so comprehending a Cultivation Technique was a piece of cake for Wang Meng. Although his current body was a bit troublesome, the Wang Meng of today was no longer the rookie who had just entered the Holy Hall. This kind of problem was not a major issue.

Although the Dao Laws had created all sorts of problems for him, Wang Meng knew that wasn’t the main point. The real key was that they were trying to stop his ascension—that was their ultimate goal.

’In other words, what is the key to ascension in this plane?’

This was the most important message in the silk brocade the Saintess had given him. Was it about cultivating power?

No!

Because for Wang Meng, a man who had dominated the Small Thousand Realm and wielded the Three Great Laws, even the most useless body was merely a matter of time!

Engage with the mortal world!

He had to find the opportunity for ascension in this plane. It seemed an illusory and vague goal, but it was one he had to face.

The Dao Laws were infinitely powerful, but they had to abide by their own nature, which required a complete cycle. No matter how difficult the trial, there was bound to be a path to the heavens; it was just that the higher the plane, the more deeply it was hidden.

Master Wang’s greatest strengths were his patience and perseverance. Impatience and eagerness for quick success were what the Celestial Dao wanted from him, but it sorely underestimated Wang Meng.

In the days that followed, Wang Meng’s routine was simple: he ate, cultivated, and sunbathed in the courtyard. The tea and wine here were excellent. Compared to the Small Thousand Realm, they felt more real.

Frankly, Wang Meng quite enjoyed it.

And all of his activities, of course, did not escape the eyes of Master Wang’s sole point of contact with the outside world: Wan’Er.

"You’re saying that for ten whole days, all he’s done is eat, sleep, and stare into space?" Jiang Biyao asked in disbelief.

"Yes, Young Miss. And... I don’t think he’s a bad person," Wan’Er said after a moment’s hesitation.

"Why?"

"Because... because... I don’t know. I just feel like he’s not, or maybe that he’s above it."

Wan’Er wrung her small hands. She didn’t know why she had such a mistaken impression either.

Jiang Biyao didn’t pay it much mind. So much time had passed, and he hadn’t gone to her father to complain. It seemed he wasn’t going to use the incident to blackmail her. That was for the best. If they stayed out of each other’s way, she could let him leave with some dignity when the time came.

"Wan’Er, you’re in charge of his daily needs. As long as he doesn’t cause any trouble, let him be. Give him whatever he needs. And don’t be afraid of him. He can’t even beat you in a fight," Jiang Biyao said coolly.

"Yes, Young Miss." Wan’Er nodded. "By the way, the gathering is soon."

"I know. You may go. From now on, your main task is to keep an eye on him. Don’t let him run his mouth all over the place."

It seemed getting kicked out had made him tone it down a bit, which was for the best. Jiang Biyao had no desire for this ugly affair to become the talk of the town.

With that, Jiang Biyao left. She still had to prepare to maintain her image as the number one beauty of Wang City. She didn’t notice that the initial disgust in Wan’Er’s eyes was gone.

After some effort, Wang Meng’s True Essence reached the Third Layer of the Profound Wheel, meaning he could finally do a few things. He changed into a clean set of clothes. Having been in Wang City for so long, it was time he took a look around.

"Young Master, are you going out?" Wan’Er asked.

Wang Meng smiled. "Yes. No need to prepare dinner for me."

Wang Meng walked out the door, only to find the young maid still following behind him. He stopped and beckoned to her. Wan’Er, who had been about to hide, froze in place and walked over, a little embarrassed.

"What’s this? You want to come with me?"

Wang Meng chuckled. He figured the Jiang Family must have arranged this, but it wasn’t like he had anything to hide.

Wan’Er was at a loss. "Um, I’m sorry, actually..."

Not wanting to make things difficult for a young maid who couldn’t lie, Wang Meng said, "It’s alright. As it happens, I’m not familiar with Wang City and could use a guide. If you’re not busy, would you care to accompany me?"

"I can!!" Wan’Er replied at once, delighted. And it had to be said, while the young maid lacked Jiang Biyao’s radiant aura, she possessed a gentle grace all her own.

She reminded Wang Meng of Cheng Cheng. Although Cheng Cheng was a mischievous imp, she was just as cute.

"Aren’t you afraid of me? I’m a famous lecher, you know," Wang Meng chuckled.

Wan’Er looked at Wang Meng and said seriously, "I don’t think you are one. A bad person’s eyes wouldn’t be as deep as yours. And... you can’t beat me in a fight."

Master Wang looked at the slightly embarrassed Wan’Er and was left speechless, wanting to ask the heavens what he had done to deserve this.

’As a fellow man, Brother Rencai, you truly were one of a kind. I have to hand it to you.’

"Alright, alright. If we run into any robbers, I’ll have to rely on Miss Wan’Er to protect me."

"Don’t worry, I won’t let any bad guys get their way!"

Though young, Little Wan’Er had the heart of a knight-errant.

The two of them, one tall and one small, walked out of the Jiang Family residence.

Wang Meng really was just out for a stroll. Wang City was about the same size as Tongming City, but more importantly, it had a lively atmosphere. Master Wang was truly playing the part of a tourist, wandering around with Wan’Er, buying interesting trinkets, and tasting delicious foods. Wang Meng even bought Wan’Er a pretty little bowl.

"Wan’Er, take me to the Spirit Control Association. I need to buy something."

"Okay! Wang City is a major city for the Spirit Control Association, you know! I learned a little bit about appraisal from the young miss, so I can help you pick something out!"

"Haha, great. I’ll count on your help then."

The Spirit Control Association, the Pill Immortal Alliance, and the Divine Artifact Pavilion were the three major organizations on the Heaven-Reaching Continent. They were considered neutral powers, but in reality, they had intricate and complex ties with the imperial dynasties.