Rebirth as a Willow Tree, building the strongest tribe in all of eternity
Chapter 1639 - 994: The Smug Ye Fan_2

Chapter 1639: Chapter 994: The Smug Ye Fan_2

Facing Old man Lin, Ye Fan clasped his fists and made a deep bow, then immediately asked in surprise:

"Village Chief Lin, have you been... waiting for me all along?"

Although Old man Lin’s strength seemed insignificant to him, the fact that he was deeply valued by Senior Jiang was not something to be taken lightly. Being held in high regard by Senior Jiang was, in itself, a kind of capital.

Not just anyone could catch the eye of Senior Jiang!

"Indeed, I have been waiting specially for Emperor Ye." Old man Lin smiled.

More than two thousand years, it must be said, really made him wait.

Fortunately, not long ago, he received peaches and ginseng fruit as a reward from the Adult, which prolonged his life, making a few thousand years seem insignificant.

"Is there something you want, Village Chief Lin?"

"Emperor Ye, this is a token of my master’s regard, please accept it."

As Old man Lin spoke, he pulled out the pair of Jade Bells from his chest, cupped his hands, and presented them to Ye Fan.

In the spots of shadow from the trees, a faint light sprinkled onto the bells, as if a cluster of golden radiance had formed, light dots flickering, like nectar dripping from the bells.

"Village Chief Lin... what does this mean?" Ye Fan pursed his lips, shifting his gaze away.

"The Adult said this was to encourage Emperor Ye to break through the Immortal Emperor’s Realm, and specifically sent it to you."

"This..." Ye Fan hesitated for a moment, shook his head: "Living in your esteemed place, I have already troubled Village Chief Lin and Senior Jiang too much, how can I shamelessly accept more things?"

I was only able to step into the Immortal Emperor’s Realm ahead of time thanks to Brother Jiang of the Dao bringing Emperor Huanfen as a guest lecturer.

If it weren’t for that, who knows when I would have been able to step into this realm.

I’ve already benefited so much, how can I possibly be this cheeky.

Moreover, that pair of bells, with a body like jade, crystal clear and filled with a flowing light that resembled liquid, doesn’t look like an ordinary item.

"The Adult said, tell Emperor Ye not to refuse, your talents are extraordinary, you can well bear this item." Village Chief Lin laughed twice, and without allowing for any demur, forcibly handed the bells over to Ye Fan.

Ye Fan no longer declined, taking the bells and examining them closely, he couldn’t help but secretly admire them.

This pair of bells didn’t seem like ordinary items just by appearance, and holding them in hand, one could feel their extraordinary nature even more.

He knew these bells were certainly not ordinary and understood that it was Senior Jiang’s recognition of him.

"Please thank Senior Jiang for me." Ye Fan solemnly said to Old man Lin.

Old man Lin nodded in agreement and then turned to leave.

Returning to his cave dwelling, Ye Fan once again played with the bells in his hands, feeling a warmth rising in his heart.

Even though he and Senior Jiang were from two different temporal nodes, as a man from the future, he had undoubtedly received much care from Senior Jiang of the past.

Such kindness could never be forgotten.

Holding the Jade Bells, Ye Fan’s mind wandered.

If one day Senior Jiang encountered difficulties, even if it meant facing sword mountains or sea of flames, he would stand up for him. Otherwise, his Great Taoist path would become void, all ways would perish.

Wine for confidants is never too much.

In Ye Fan’s eyes, Jiang Hui was both a senior and a rare confidant in the long passage of time.

Just like the saying about the lofty mountain and flowing water!

He had had this thought earlier, and after getting this pair of bells, the thought in his mind became even stronger.

After playing with the bells in his hand for a while longer, Ye Fan grew more fond of them.

The effect these bells could provide was one thing, the most important was that it was a gift from Senior Jiang, a thing of great significance.

However, solitary joy is not as good as shared joy.

Ye Fan immediately walked out from his cave dwelling, sensed his surroundings, and came before Emperor Merciless and Emperor No-Origin.

The two had long since ended their seclusion.

Not because they successfully reached the end of the road.

But because they didn’t succeed, continuing seclusion would have been meaningless.

However, this round of seclusion wasn’t without any gains. Although the two didn’t break through like Ye Fan, they gained a more detailed understanding of the Immortal Emperor’s Realm.

Especially when it came to the Emperor Road that suited them, they had a new insight and only needed to thoroughly consolidate the experiences and lessons from here. Next time, they would have a high probability of success.

"Ye, what’s got you in such a hurry?"

Merciless and No-Origin looked at Ye Fan, hastily rushing towards them, thinking it was something urgent, and quickly asked.

Upon hearing this, Ye Fan’s lips curled into a wide grin, revealing his teeth in a full smile. He clenched his fist and placed it before Merciless and No-Origin.

They looked at each other, even more puzzled, as Ye Fan had never acted so erratically before.

"Brother Jiang of the Dao, what is the meaning of this?"

"I want to show you something nice."

Ye Fan opened his large hand, revealing two ancient Bronze Bells inside.

"You two, come quickly and take a look, it’s something good I just acquired."

"???"

Merciless and No-Origin stared wide-eyed at the bells in Ye Fan’s hands, completely puzzled.

These bells, appearing jade and translucent, clearly weren’t ordinary things, but seeing nice things wasn’t new to them, so why this reaction?

Ye Fan smiled meaningfully, then picked up the bells.

Holding the bells, he gently shook them.

Instantly,

a series of pleasant sounds echoed from the bells.

It wasn’t simply the sound of a bell, but more like an orchestra playing, each note containing all the traditional musical elements.

Listening to it, one’s mind immediately felt a sense of tranquility, and the feelings of irritability and depression caused by not being able to break through during seclusion dissipated in the auditory delicacy that lingered in the ear.

It was as if such emotions had never appeared in the first place.

Truly miraculous!

"Ye, what is this?"

"This is the Serenity Bell."

"It lives up to its name. May I ask where you got it from?" No-Origin asked with curiosity.

This item might not have exaggerated heavenly power, but its practical effect was unparalleled, making it essential for cultivation.

"Guess." Ye Fan deliberately teased.

"Hahaha, how could I possibly guess?"

"I knew you wouldn’t guess, so I’ll tell you directly. This item was specifically given to me by Senior Jiang."

"What?"

No-Origin and Merciless showed strange expressions.

"Why would Senior Jiang suddenly think of sending you something out of nowhere?"

"Perhaps because I got along well with Senior Jiang."

"We are, too, in the same way."

"Hahaha, I’m not fooling you. It is a reward from Senior Jiang for my breakthrough into the Immortal Emperor’s Realm."

"You rascal..." Seeing Ye Fan’s smug look, No-Origin couldn’t help but suck in several breaths of cold air.

It was too excessive.

He just received a commendation from Senior Jiang, what’s with this attitude?

Given time, they could achieve it too.

"Fellow Daoist, that is a bit too much."

Even Emperor Merciless, usually as cool as ice, raised her brows, somewhat speechless at Ye Fan’s antics.

Ye Fan knew not to overdo it, avoiding making his two friends envious, he chuckled twice and then, under No-Origin’s reluctant gaze, put the bells away.

"Ye, do you think if we also break through to the final level, wouldn’t Senior Jiang reward us with something equally valuable?"

No-Origin asked unwillingly.

"Of course, Senior Jiang never shows favoritism." Ye Fan nodded with certainty.

He had great faith in Senior Jiang’s character and fairness, and believed that even if he was favored, it wouldn’t come at the expense of others.

Although they understood this in their hearts, hearing Ye Fan’s affirmative response made a hint of brilliance flash in both No-Origin and Merciless’s eyes.

"In that case, we mustn’t lag too far behind." With a tone of resolve, Emperor Merciless spoke, her profound eyes seemed capable of seeing through all the world’s illusions.

Emperor No-Origin also nodded, knowing that both he and Emperor Merciless were not lacking in strength, and as long as they found the key breakthrough point, they could certainly step into that legendary final level.

"Ye, since you have achieved the breakthrough, would you mind sharing your experience with us?" Emperor Merciless looked at Ye Fan, her voice carrying a slight pleading.

Ye Fan naturally agreed readily. He knew his breakthrough was due not only to his efforts but also significantly to Senior Jiang’s guidance. Nevertheless, he shared his insights and realizations from his seclusion wholeheartedly with No-Origin and Merciless.

The three of them sat together, as Ye Fan passionately shared, while No-Origin and Merciless listened intently, sometimes nodding, sometimes furrowing their brows.

As Ye Fan narrated, No-Origin and Merciless both felt immensely benefited from his words.

The three of them sat together as Ye Fan passionately shared.