Chapter 8: The Long Road of Eternal Life, Looking Back, I Am Here
Linglong Sect.
Countless cultivators gathered from all directions.
Some traveled by flying swords, some soared through clouds, while others rode powerful flying beasts.
These individuals came for only one purpose: to celebrate the “Immortal of Eternal Life” taking up the elder position in the Linglong Sect.
The Immortal of Eternal Life arrived at the Linglong Sect seventy years ago, and with her extraordinary talent for cultivation, she reached the Nascent Soul realm in just seventy years.
Such a cultivation speed was unheard of throughout the Great Qian Dynasty.
However, what fascinated people even more about the Immortal of Eternal Life was not only her talent but also her unwavering determination.
No disputes, no romantic entanglements, and she treated the sect’s power as if it were nothing.
If someone were to ask her about her arduous cultivation goals, her answer was always just two words.
“Eternal Life!”
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“Niansheng, the ceremony is about to begin.”
A voice awakened Li Niansheng, who was lost in thought atop the mountain.
Hearing someone call her, Li Niansheng sighed lightly and turned slowly. The person was her enlightened mentor, Shui Linglong.
Looking at Shui Linglong, Li Niansheng softly said, “Master, I don’t want to be an elder; I just want to cultivate in peace.”
In response, Shui Linglong spoke, “Can’t you let go of him?”
“I stepped onto the path of cultivation for him. Without him, everything would be meaningless.”
“But he is a mortal. Seventy years have passed; he is now a gray-haired elder.”
“He may very well be resting underground; you two are ultimately from different worlds. Do you understand?”
Listening to Shui Linglong’s words, Li Niansheng smiled faintly and replied, “Master, you don’t understand.”
“The elder brother Changsheng said that his words would always count. He said that the road to eternal life is long, and if one day I look back, he will definitely be standing behind me.”
“He said so, and then he will certainly do it.”
Faced with Li Niansheng’s persistence, Shui Linglong couldn’t help but sigh.
After arriving at the Linglong Sect, Li Niansheng began to show her talents, but her obsession with that man grew day by day.
The sect leader was aware of this, and to resolve Li Niansheng’s fixation, the sect specially sent someone to her hometown.
The purpose was to bring Chen Changsheng here.
Extending the lifespan of a mortal for several decades doesn’t require much resource, and if this could resolve Li Niansheng’s attachment, it would be the most profitable deal in the world.
Unfortunately, when the sect’s personnel arrived there, the coffin shop was already empty.
After some inquiries, they found out that after Li Niansheng left, Chen Changsheng immediately followed.
To find a mortal in a vast sea of people is not an easy task.
Seeing Shui Linglong fall silent, Li Niansheng’s lips curled up.
“Alright, Master. I will still take on the position of elder.”
“Only by becoming an elder of the Linglong Sect can I gain more resources and better techniques.”
“I don’t want to stop on this path because I know that elder brother Changsheng won’t stop either.”
With that, Li Niansheng skipped away toward the distant sect.
Watching Li Niansheng’s cheerful demeanor, Shui Linglong’s brows furrowed even tighter.
Because for the past seventy years, only when it came to Chen Changsheng would she show a smile.
But how long could this bubble-like fantasy last?
Eternal life is what all cultivators yearn for, but no cultivator has ever achieved it, much less a mortal.
If one day Li Niansheng’s fantasies were to shatter, her heart would probably collapse in an instant.
Thinking this, Shui Linglong could only sigh again.
Because this was an unsolvable dilemma.
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Sect’s Martial Arena.
“Shangqing View sends two Liuli Pills!”
“Heavenly Buddha Temple sends a sutra…”
A series of congratulatory gifts were presented.
However, facing these coveted gifts that made numerous cultivators envious, Wei Niansheng simply sat quietly at the elder’s seat, not even sparing a glance.
After presenting the gift from Heavenly Buddha Temple, Yixiu felt anxious, scratching his head.
Because he didn’t know how to present Chen Changsheng’s wood carving.
Moreover, that guy was stubborn; if he did not fulfill his promise, he would definitely not let Yixiu extend his lifespan.
Seeing that the next sect was about to present their gift, Yixiu steeled himself and said, “Master Changsheng, I have another gift to present.”
Yixiu’s words instantly silenced the ceremony, and all eyes turned to him.
The gift from Heavenly Buddha Temple had been presented, and now there was a gift from Yixiu, which clearly meant it was something he prepared himself.
In this situation, it was obvious what it implied when a man presented his own gift.
Hearing Yixiu’s words, Wei Niansheng slightly turned her head, expressionless, and said, “You’re thoughtful.”
Wei Niansheng’s indifference was within everyone’s expectations, and everyone shared a sense of watching a show.
The most talented inheritor of Heavenly Buddha Temple had developed feelings, and the target was the one-minded Immortal of Eternal Life.
This gossip would probably last for twenty years at least.
“Gululu!”
Desperately swallowing a gulp, Yixiu, under immense pressure, presented the wood carving with both hands.
After making such a commotion today, he estimated he would be scolded by his master once he returned, and he might not be able to step out of Heavenly Buddha Temple for ten years.
As Yixiu took out the “gift,” countless thoughts swept over him instantly.
Upon discovering that the gift was merely a simple wood carving, everyone nearly burst into laughter.
Young people always loved to do such quirky things.
Over these seventy years, the Immortal of Eternal Life had received many such heartfelt gifts.
However, all gifts had been burned clean by the Immortal of Eternal Life.
Just as everyone thought this time would be the same as usual, the originally calm Immortal of Eternal Life suddenly stood up.
Swish!
With her powerful cultivation at the Nascent Soul stage, Wei Niansheng appeared before Yixiu in an instant.
Looking at the wood carving in Yixiu’s hands, even Wei Niansheng’s body trembled slightly.
Picking up the wood carving and gently stroking the marks left by the carving kn*fe, Wei Niansheng felt the presence of Chen Changsheng once again.
This unique animal shape could only be created by elder brother Changsheng.
Elder brother Changsheng truly did not break his promise; he had always accompanied her.
Thinking this, Wei Niansheng held the wood carving tightly in her hand, and then revealed a smile that could enchant the heavens.
“I like this thing. After the ceremony is over, come see me alone.”
“Remember, just one person.”
All the guests: ???
Wait, what’s going on here?
The Immortal of Eternal Life has taken an interest in a foundation-building little monk.
Linglong Sect Leader: (͡°͜ʖ͡°)✧
Thanks to the blessings of the ancestors of Linglong Sect, Niansheng finally understood.
Although Yixiu’s rank, strength, and age were somewhat lacking.
But this is not a big problem; once the old monks of Heavenly Buddha Temple retire, Yixiu’s rank will naturally rise.
The aspect of strength is a bit tricky; it seems Linglong Sect doesn’t have any good dual cultivation techniques!
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