Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 269

After all, the cultivation gap between both sides is too big, and with Ye Junlin, an Immortal King-level existence, let’s not even mention crossing the border guards to enter the country; even invading the Imperial Palace directly wouldn’t be a problem!

However, Ye Junlin’s main purpose for this trip is to appreciate the local customs and culture of the Heavenly Daughter Country and see the characteristics of the local people, so he’s not in a hurry to drop by the royal palace for a visit.

Luo Yun County.

The green mountains and clear waters create a beautiful environment.

By a certain lakeside, several figures strolled over from the other side of the hill.

“Xiao Hong, as you said, the Heavenly Daughter Country rarely recruits foreign male cultivators, but with their open-minded culture, there should be a large number of male infants born each year, right? Why, after so many years, are the men still so scarce?” Ye Junlin pondered.

So, putting it all together, it’s difficult to register for residency; if caught, the outcome is tragic. But surely, with so many births, shouldn’t the number of male infants rise?

Could it be that those men are working so hard that they die young?

Hong Qianye replied seriously, “Master, you may not know, the reason why the women in the Heavenly Daughter Country are so powerful is that they practice a technique issued by the royal family, the Heavenly Daughter Technique. This martial arts technique is exclusively for female cultivators, allowing them to cultivate faster and naturally possess greater combat capability.”

“But there’s a significant issue: those with such a physique are likely to give birth to female infants. Over time, the number of females surpasses that of males.”

“I see.” Ye Junlin nodded, gaining a clearer understanding of this unique ancient country’s structure.

It seems the founding ruler of the Heavenly Daughter Country was an exceptionally talented female cultivator with great ideas!

Sure enough, the Central Region is a vast place; this is truly eye-opening.

Li Wujie pretended to cough lightly and said with a straight face, “By the way, where are we headed now?”

He could hardly wait to experience countless beauties, his eyes sparkling at the thought.

After all, with so few men here, a handsome guy like him must be a rare treasure!

Hong Qianye glanced at him and retorted, “What’s the rush? I remember there’s a place up ahead with a treasure ship that goes to the Imperial Capital; that’s where Heavenly Daughter Country is the most prosperous!”

“I’m not in a hurry! Which eye of yours saw me in a rush? It’s really absurd!” Li Wujie said, trying to cover up his little thoughts.

Soon.

In front of them were women waiting by the lakeside for the luxury boat, each one youthful and beautiful, showcasing delicate, smooth, snow-white skin.

In the Heavenly Daughter Country, women hold the status, and men are seen as inferior. Thus, even the common women dress very boldly, showing no shame in the eyes of society.

Some bold women even walked up and down in tight clothing without a care.

“This is where we wait for the boat,” Hong Qianye said.

Unbeknownst to him, he had already added a half mask to his face, revealing only the lower half. Still, one could see his refined nose, vibrant red lips, and beautifully shaped jawline.

Coupled with his inherent aura, it added an enchanting touch of mystery.

Seeing Ye Junlin’s unusual glance, Hong Qianye quickly explained, “Master, I’m just trying to avoid unnecessary attention; after all, I’m quite famous in the Heavenly Daughter Country.”

Wow!

Is this some kind of humblebrag?

Ye Junlin silently complained.

Of course, he couldn’t interfere with his disciple wearing a mask and just nodded in approval.

“There are so many beauties here!”

Li Wujie couldn’t suppress his excitement, eagerly anticipating the crazed admiration from these women for his handsomeness.

As Ye Junlin and the others stepped forward, the women waiting by the lake couldn’t help but look over.

In an instant, their pupils dilated, as if they had seen something incredibly shocking. Their breathing almost ceased, with their cherry lips slightly parted, stunned into a state of shock.

The surrounding air seemed to freeze.

The atmosphere turned not just peculiar but rather eerie!

Over a hundred women on the shore stood dazedly, their gaze focused on the young man dressed in a luxurious black robe with golden embroidery, his flowing silver hair glimmering like moonlight, and his handsome face reflecting elegance!

“Cough, cough.”

Li Wujie pretended to cough a few times, straightening his back proudly, and said, “See? They’re all staring at me!”

Hong Qianye’s mouth twitched. Are you sure?

At this moment, many women began to regain their senses, pointing their delicate fingers at Ye Junlin, animatedly chatting amongst themselves:

“That little man is so handsome!”

“Ladies, I’ve never seen such a handsome man; he’s out of this world! Oh no, he’s divine!”

“Just seeing his face makes me want to give him a big kiss!”

“What do you mean? I want to get close to him! Just thinking about it drives me mad.”

“What should I do? I really want to strike up a conversation with him!”

“Save it; a man like this is surely already surrounded by powerful women. I advise you ladies to just fluff your pillows for a night of sweet dreams instead.”

“That makes sense. Look at the masked lady next to him—she must be a formidable protector, guarding him. She looks like she’s not to be trifled with!”

…

The murmurs rose and fell.

This group of bold women stared at Ye Junlin with sparkling eyes, practically drooling.

You see, men are a rare resource in the Heavenly Daughter Country, and as long as they’re somewhat handsome, they’d attract a plethora of women.

Ye Junlin, with his sword-like brows and starry eyes, was exceptionally handsome, and being an Immortal King only enhanced the ethereal aura that made him nearly perfect, appearing even more dashing with each movement.

Merely standing there seemed to command the attention of the world, dimming the sun and moon.

To these women, who seldom see men, Ye Junlin was a perfect being striking deep into their hearts!

Just a casual glance sent their hearts racing, breaths quickening, and they couldn’t help but want to rush over to create some magic…

“The women here indeed dress much more openly than in the Eastern Domain,” Ye Junlin remarked.

He wasn’t particularly surprised by the extreme reactions of these women.

After all, back in the Eastern Domain, he was a definite celebrity, with countless passionate fans supporting and adoring him, so he’d seen this kind of scene plenty of times.

Just a small scene, nothing out of the ordinary.

At that moment.

Li Wujie’s expression was frozen on his face, his eyes nearly popping out.

What’s going on?

Am I being ignored?

I’m a man too, okay? Just give me a look! Just one look!!

But alas, Ye Junlin’s brilliance overshadowed him so completely that he became just a background character.

Boom~!

Just then, a low rumbling sound boomed from the horizon.

A luxurious boat, carved with exquisite patterns and resembling a blue phoenix, gracefully approached and landed by the lakeside.

This treasure ship was specifically for reaching the Imperial Capital, capable of accommodating thousands of passengers. Each floor had elegant guest rooms and entertainment areas, with fruits and snacks aplenty and excellent service.

Ye Junlin recognized this as essentially a super luxurious cruise ship by his past life’s standards.

Crack~

Inside the boat, multiple retractable ladders slowly extended to the shore, all quite spacious.

Amidst countless eager gazes, Ye Junlin and the others methodically ascended the ladders.

The middle-aged woman responsible for collecting the fare, plump and graceful, walked over with a distinct air.

Seeing Ye Junlin board, her eyes widened, and a delighted smile broke out on her face as she softly said,

“Dear sir, please pay the boarding fee; it’s just two premium Spirit Crystals.”

This price covered everything, including meals, but it was the most basic standard.

“Arrange for us the best guest room!”

Hong Qianye said nonchalantly, taking out ten premium Spirit Crystals and casually placing them in the middle-aged woman’s palm, giving off an extravagant vibe.

Then, he took a few steps back, standing beside Ye Junlin, indirectly indicating their respective statuses.

Watching this unfold, the women couldn’t help but confirm their thoughts that Hong Qianye was indeed a protector assigned by the mysterious female lead, tasked with ensuring Ye Junlin’s safety.

At the same time, they couldn’t help but wonder who was so powerful enough to involve such a seemingly exquisite man in their harem.

“Sir, I’ll get my servants to arrange the best guest room for you. If you have any requests, just let me know. I’m Aunt Hua, and it’s my pleasure to serve you~”

Aunt Hua weighed the Spirit Crystals in her hand, her face a mask of eagerness, her eyes narrowing into slits.

She knew this silver-haired youth was surely a treasured possession of some important figure, but being able to cater to such a strikingly handsome man was something Aunt Hua considered a blessing of her lifetime.

If she could manage to create a little spark during tea-serving time, she’d practically be dreaming in joy!

It’d be worth dying for!

In contrast, Ye Junlin felt a chill creep up his spine. Why did this aunt look like she wanted to devour him whole?

“Cough!”

Seeing Aunt Hua’s overly enthusiastic demeanor, Li Wujie purposefully coughed a few times, slowing his pace beside her, flexing his biceps as if trying to showcase his masculine charm.

Aunt Hua was taken aback, sizing up the Hat Man and responded impatiently, “Do you have something to say?”

Li Wujie felt something was off and quickly removed his hat, pointing to himself, “I’m a man, you know!”

“Oh, I noticed that.” Aunt Hua’s tone was frigid and slightly dismissive.

If it had been anyone else, she wouldn’t have acted this way, but seeing Ye Junlin first raised her expectations, and then a guy like Li Wujie showed up, resulting in a huge letdown.

After all, Li Wujie’s tall and rugged appearance barely fell short of being called unattractive, but it was leagues away from the word handsome!

At best, he was just fit to be a basic breeding tool!

Meanwhile, Ye Junlin was the kind of man who could evoke instinctual feelings of love and protection in countless women, making them want to leap in and savor everything…

As the saying goes, without comparisons, there’s no harm.

Upon seeing Aunt Hua’s reaction, Li Wujie silently put his hat back on, consciously pulling it down to cover his awkward expression.

Internally, he grumbled:

“This shouldn’t be happening; could she be pretending?”