Chapter 223: Immortal Techniques Are Quite Tasty

Chapter 223: Immortal Techniques Are Quite Tasty

The Old Immortal, residing in the pavilion, was renowned for his chess skills, which could be considered top-tier in this spiritual cultivation world.

However, after playing three matches against Lin Nuo, no matter how many different strategies the Old Immortal employed, he was consecutively crushed by Lin Nuo, left without a single piece intact.

Though Lin Nuo was a homebody, he was a tech-savvy one, highly skilled in chess, and as a young man of the 21st century, he mastered various advanced and unique chess strategies.

The Old Immortal thought he had a grasp on the latest chess tactics, only to realize that to Lin Nuo, they were just outdated tricks, leading to a complete rout.

Imagining himself to be a top player from Zifeng Valley, he found himself outmatched by a boy from outside.

Moreover, Lin Nuo showed no respect for age or rank, attacking ruthlessly without yielding an ounce of face.

Enemies are enemies; how could he afford to show respect? If he couldn’t physically take him down, he could definitely beat him in chess.

Su Kexin and Ruo’er were wholly oblivious to the chess game, one was focused on training while the other ran errands, but Dong Xiyan had a bit of understanding and could clearly see how Lin Nuo was applying pressure, giving her master no leeway whatsoever.

With a brand-new approach to the game and perfect counterplays, he dismantled her master’s supposedly flawless intricacies and turned the tables, scoring a three-match victory.

She had thought her master was highly skilled, but it turned out that Lin Nuo was even more brilliant.

Dong Xiyan leaned in close to Lin Nuo and whispered:

“Young Master Lin, I think you should stop now.”

“Alright, the matches are all finished.”

Lin Nuo nodded, placing the last piece which locked in the win, having no intent to press further.

Lin Nuo even bowed respectfully to the Old Immortal:

“Thank you, senior. Your chess skills are so advanced that you didn’t want me to suffer a complete defeat, generously guiding me and laying down traps. I am truly grateful.”

This was a brutal psychological blow; he outright trounced him while he praised his skills.

In truth, the Old Immortal held back a bit in the first game but ended up losing. By the second game, he had to reveal a bit of his real ability, yet still lost. By the third game, he was determined to give it his all, but once again, he lost tragically, being overwhelmed with no defense.

As an Immortal, losing meant he couldn’t curse; all he could do was smile and respond:

“Not at all, in terms of chess skills, this younger brother is indeed a step above. I accept my defeat with respect.”

Internally, the Old Immortal found it hard to accept, but he had to acknowledge Lin Nuo’s brilliance on the surface.

This young guy had some skills; he finally found himself a worthy opponent.

Changing the subject, the Old Immortal stopped talking about the chess games, as losing was embarrassing.

He commented:

“Regarding the matter of this young lady’s allegiance, we still need to consider it. However, before we reach a decision, as you suggested, you may stay in Zifeng Valley, and we have accommodations for you.”

“Alright, then I’ll patiently await your decision, senior.”

Lin Nuo understood that the Old Immortal wouldn’t easily agree, as he had never done this before; teaching a disciple not tied to Zifeng Valley felt akin to creating a wandering disciple.

Of course, for Lin Nuo, this situation wasn’t half bad. As long as Ruo’er remained in Zifeng Valley, they would soon discover her talents and try to keep her.

It was straightforward—the emergence of Ruo’er’s abilities would be a great advantage for Zifeng Valley.

Just her ability to bond with Immortal Beasts was something they desperately desired.

After all, many advanced Immortal Beasts would not submit to Immortals; no matter their efforts, they remained defiant.

With Ruo’er able to communicate with these defiant beasts, many would choose to align with Zifeng Valley, thereby bolstering their strength.

And as for future prospects, it was essential to guide Ruo’er onto the path of immortality, unlocking her potential to cultivate numerous Immortal Techniques, especially healing techniques that could rapidly mend the injuries of other Immortals.

Such talent, how could they not want to keep her?

“Now, you two, follow me. I’ll arrange accommodation for you,” Dong Xiyan said, looking at Lin Nuo and Ruo’er.

“I want to share a room with Young Master~”

Ruo’er immediately raised her small hand.

“No, we cannot accommodate two individuals in the same room. That is against Zifeng Valley’s rules, and besides, there are distinctions between genders; residences are separated accordingly,” Dong Xiyan immediately dismissed Ruo’er’s request.

“Um…”

Ruo’er pouted, feeling a bit wronged but knowing she had to follow the rules upon entering the valley.

Lin Nuo thought this valley’s regulations made sense; cultivators should focus on tranquility, free from unnecessary distractions, especially sharing rooms.

Mainly, he was worried about waking up one day and finding himself in a peculiar predicament by sharing a room with Ruo’er.

For now, Lin Nuo was taken as a male Immortal and led to the male quarters. This accommodation wasn’t as compact as Tianling Mountain; each Immortal’s residence was reasonably spaced apart.

This was great; it avoided the awkwardness of running into neighbors and having to greet them—who would want to meet enemies right outside their door?

However, most of Lin Nuo’s enemies were a bit stronger, while those with lower cultivation had no qualifications to hold grudges against him.

After all, he could take them down in one strike; what was there to talk about?

The residence for the Immortals turned out to be simpler than he imagined, just a bed, a desk, and a tea table.

Where would they put their clothes? They had spirit bags to store items in a bundle and then shrink them into the spirit bag for storage on the desk.

All sorts of miscellaneous items could fit into the spirit bag, freeing up space.

Lin Nuo thought this technology was quite useful; as long as he could bundle everything from his Tianling room and take it with him wherever he went, it would feel like home.

And he had a whole cart of Meat Floss Cakes—all bundled up into a spirit bag, how convenient.

Ingenious.

Suddenly he felt that these Immortal Techniques were rather appealing.

It’s a pity he didn’t know these types of Immortal Techniques and couldn’t ask the Immortals for guidance.

Wait, once Ruo’er finished her training, he could ask her to teach him; he was quite good at freeloading off others!

Perfect! This meant he needed to request that Ruo’er learn the spirit bag transformation technique first.

Dong Xiyan was already well-prepared; she had even gathered some clothes for him, all white, but they had an extra touch of ethereal energy.

He discovered a small cabinet hidden in the room for storing clothes, presumably fitting about three pieces.

Too stingy, can’t they get a bigger one?

Lin Nuo’s gaze shifted to his Phoenix Sword, and whether it was just an illusion or not, he felt the sword’s spiritual energy stirring, igniting a desire in him to practice swordsmanship.

Great, time to practice.

Lin Nuo dashed outside, seeking some open space to demonstrate a few sword techniques. Because his spiritual energy was previously weak and ineffective, now everything was coming naturally to him.

How strange; could it be that the sword was stacking buffs for him?

“Little Brother Lin, practicing swordsmanship, I see?”

A familiar voice called out, and Lin Nuo turned to see Zhao Zhou, the Immortal who had previously taught Su Kexin.

“Little Brother is truly diligent; with the Phoenix Twin Swords, as one sword improves, naturally the other follows. Kexin’s rapid progress is also greatly thanks to you.”

“What?”

Lin Nuo was utterly confused.