Stealthily cultivating in the chaotic world of demons and martial artists
Chapter 1077 - 931 Stab

Chapter 1077: Chapter 931 Stab

"Mr. Dugu."

Fang Xi blended in naturally with the many attendants and guests, cupping his fists in greeting: "Congratulations, congratulations..."

At this moment, Dugu Fang virtually became the center of everyone’s attention.

"Thank you all."

Even after receiving the Celestial Immortal Inheritance, Dugu Fang showed not a hint of arrogance. Instead, he thanked them very calmly: "I am lucky to have obtained the inheritance this time, and it is all thanks to the support and protection of the house..."

Fang Xi glanced at Miss Six beside him and noticed that her eyes were brimming with smiles, clearly very satisfied with Dugu Fang’s statement.

"Besides, this time I merely obtained part of the Celestial Immortal’s inheritance by chance... and I was also subject to the Celestial Immortal’s prohibition in the Secret Realm, unable to reveal even a bit of the inheritance."

Dugu Fang earnestly said: "If there is a shred of falsehood in what I say, then may I be forever severed from the Dao!"

As a cultivator who has always walked a bright path, his oath on his own Taoist Path carries quite some credibility.

As a result, once this news spreads, those coveting the Celestial Immortal’s inheritance would definitely decrease.

’Clever... With this, Dugu Fang’s enemies are now only the sworn foes of Abundant Karma House, isn’t it? They wouldn’t want Abundant Karma House to produce a Celestial Immortal in the future, and might even take preemptive action to eliminate this genius.’

Fang Xi thought to himself.

The Cultivation World has never been a benevolent place, and even Dugu Fang himself was quite experienced—at low levels of cultivation, he did not dare to venture out of Fiery Sun Immortal City.

’So... should I make good friends with Dugu Fang and wait to inherit his legacies after his death, or should I leave early?’

Fang Xi’s face showed a contemplative expression.

The current Dugu Fang was a big trouble, and if he stayed with him for too long, he worried that he might get blood on himself!

It might be a good choice to take the initiative to leave?

’However, given Dugu Fang’s talent, he’s likely to be called to headquarters immediately... If I don’t go now, that actually creates distance between us.’

After some thought, Fang Xi still decided to stand pat.

And he was still going to stick to his plan of drinking and enjoying the company of beauties with Huang Jing tonight!

...

Hundred Flower Pavilion.

Huang Jing was indulgent, hugging two beauties. After eating and drinking his fill, he handed over a jade slip to Fang Xi: "The information you need, brother Dao, is all in here."

To tell the truth, he quite admired Fang Xi.

Since the opening of the Heavenly Immortal’s Secret Realm, he had never asked a single question about it.

It wasn’t until everything was settled and the Secret Realm was closed that he began to review, displaying truly remarkable self-control.

Little did Huang Jing know, this was just a bit of Fang Xi’s own experience.

Some things might seem important and shocking at the time... but after a while, or even decades later, they turn out to be much ado about nothing.

It was the same with this Secret Realm.

At first, countless people were talking about it, with rumors flying everywhere, and most of the information was distorted.

But now that the Secret Realm was closed and the frenzy died down, combined with the firsthand experiences of those involved, the accuracy of the information became more reliable.

He took the jade slip, swept it with his Divine Consciousness, and couldn’t help but be moved:

"’Celestial Immortal Yuanli’ likes to set up inheritances to find successors... It is said that he has created numerous Secret Realms."

"Was it really this person who stumbled upon and opened the Secret Realm?"

Fang Xi was surprised and drank a cup of Spirit Wine to calm his shock: "Shi Yushu... this person became deranged, his cultivation regressed greatly. When he left Fiery Sun Immortal City he was ambushed, and by a fluke, he discovered the Secret Realm... and managed to come out alive, seemingly gaining a huge advantage?"

"This is really..."

Originally, when Ma Jing shouted that phrase, Fang Xi thought he might have the luck of a main character.

But who would have guessed that the one truly in charge of his own fate turned out to be Shi Yushu!

"The Zhang Family must not know this news yet, otherwise they would certainly be anxious..."

Fang Xi continued reading and discovered that the recorded information was largely consistent with what he knew.

The Secret Realm was a place for selection, allowing only those below the Immortal level to enter and attempt various challenges. Each challenge was different: some tested aptitude and comprehension, while others tested array formations, talismans, and even pill concocting...

Many cultivators had entered, most emerged safely and received a gift.

That was until Dugu Fang came out, and the Secret Realm was closed, leading people to know he had gained the biggest benefit from it.

But according to him, he received only part of the Celestial Immortal’s inheritance.

’The custom in the Immortal Realm is really bad, giving inheritances that are stingy and piecemeal...’

Fang Xi complained inwardly.

...

In the following days, Fang Xi chose to keep his distance from Dugu Fang, who was with Abundant Karma House, so he did not stay in the Dongfu prepared by Abundant Karma House, but continued his Cultivation in the Dongfu of Vermilion Bird Lane.

With the Heavenly Immortal Secret Realm closed, all sorts of news were flying around.

Dugu Fang’s fame became even more resounding, giving Fang Xi the sense that a storm was brewing in Feng Man Building.

Inside the Dongfu.

Yong Yunmian’s delicate hands ground the talisman ink, while Fang Xi spread out a piece of Void Jade talisman paper, the brush dancing like a dragon or snake...

Silver threads converged on the jade-like talisman paper, carrying an indescribable charm.

Suddenly!

A mass of silver light erratically flashed, devouring the other talisman characters.

A small Void Storm emerged and quickly subsided.

"Another failure."

Fang Xi put down his pen and sighed.

"Your success rate in talisman making is already close to Elder Ge’s..."

Yong Yunmian offered continuous comfort: "If we consider the time spent on cultivation, Elder Ge has lived through eight tribulations, cultivating for who knows how long, while you have only cultivated for a short time. The time spent on Law Comprehension is even more different... This just shows that your talisman-making skills surpass Elder Ge’s... "

"Law Comprehension and Cultivation are not the same thing."

Fang Xi shook his head, revealing a trace of frustration.

Then, he threw his talisman brush aside, preparing to do something more interesting.

...

Much later.

Fang Xi and Yong Yunmian, her face slightly flushed, walked out of the Dongfu.

"Although I need to supply the Abundant Karma House with ’Storage Talismans,’ my previous promise remains unchanged, Yun Mian, remember to come and collect talismans whenever you need them."

He smiled as he bid farewell to Yong Yunmian.

"Naturally..."

Yong Yunmian would certainly not refuse such a good deal. Just as she was about to say something more, she saw several people with sad expressions walking out of the neighboring Dongfu.

"Senior Fang."

Seeing Fang Xi, a member of the Zhang family immediately came forward and bowed, "Our family’s old ancestor... has passed away."

"Oh?"

Thinking of that old woman who was shrewd to the bone, Fang Xi’s face remained expressionless: "I wonder whether this is a happy or sad event?"

"Our old ancestor was treacherously attacked by the despicable Shi Yushu while she was out... That Shi Yushu was the first to discover the Heavenly Immortal Secret Realm, and must have gained quite a lot from it."

The member of the Zhang family said sorrowfully: "We don’t even know what kind of treasure he used to plot against our old ancestor..."

’Damn!’ Fang Xi silently cursed in his mind: ’You people are always robbing and killing this and that... Has it finally backfired? This is called the vengeance of a destined child...’

He could tell at a glance that this member of the Zhang family had ulterior motives, subtly suggesting that he should take action and tempt him with treasures from the Secret Realm.

If he had wanted the treasures, he would have gone to the Secret Realm directly back then, and none of this would have involved Dugu Fang.

It’s a pity the other party still acted like this.

In Fang Xi’s heart, he found it somewhat amusing.

At this moment, he saw two more groups of people bursting out of the Dongfu: "Senior... We are preparing to divide our family and would like to request you to bear witness."

"Divide the family? I am the head of the Zhang family, I do not agree!"

The Zhang family member who first spoke up immediately became agitated.

"Hmph, our old ancestor always favored you, and all the Immortal Jade that our branches struggled to save was used by your main branch for your direct grandson’s cultivation!"

A beautiful woman spoke out first in protest: "You even planned to give away my daughter to someone else... A family like this, it’s better to break it apart!"

Fang Xi watched coldly from the sidelines, shaking his head.

The old woman of the Zhang family had made too many calculations in the past, resulting in each family member being cunning. Without a powerful individual to suppress them, they could not get along together after her loss.

Moreover, it had to be said that to survive in Fairy City, they had indeed been too harsh in their exploitations.

"Let’s go!"

He suddenly felt somewhat dispirited.

No matter whether Shi Yushu would continue his actions later, the Zhang family was destined to fall.

Perhaps, this was the norm for the Cultivation World.

"Alas..."

Upon seeing this scene, Yong Yunmian couldn’t help but sigh deeply: "My family... might not be much better than the Zhang family. Seeing these people now is like witnessing the future of my family..."

As she spoke, she looked expectantly towards Fang Xi.

Recently, Fang Xi had ascended to the Mahayana level, with an incredibly long lifespan, capable of protecting her family for a long time.

Unfortunately, Fang Xi’s face was expressionless, without making any promises.

Yong Yunmian smiled wryly inside, realizing she had been too hopeful...

...

’I’ve heard that some Immortals would care for a family for hundreds of thousands of years because of a single relationship...’ Fang Xi thought to himself as he walked towards the Abundant Karma House after saying goodbye to Yong Yunmian.

For an Immortal with an endless lifespan, it would not be surprising to do anything.

And Fang Xi felt that this was a good thing!

An Immortal’s rich emotions indicated that the path of his Cultivation was incredibly bright, and he would not become a cold, emotionless stone in his practice.

"However, when emotions run deep, they often wane... Although Immortals have sentiments, they remain unchanged for a hundred thousand years, but what about a million years, or ten million years?"

"Immortals have emotions but do not tire..."

After turning a street corner, the Abundant Karma House was in sight.

But suddenly, Fang Xi’s expression changed, and with a swift change of direction, a Biyi Jade Sand appeared in his hand.

Boom!

Almost at the moment he changed direction, above the Abundant Karma House, a scream full of demonic intent emerged!

Lower-level Immortal Cultivators who were nearby all died with blood flowing from their seven orifices!

Even some higher-level Cultivators farther away felt their demonic intent surge and their Dao Hearts become unstable...

"Sky Demon?!"

Fang Xi muttered to himself, encountering an existence on the same level as Immortals.

The next moment, a streak of cyan Sword Light emerged from the Abundant Karma House.

That power, he actually found somewhat familiar—it must be from ’Immortal Xuan Qing’!

Then, in the sky above Fiery Sun Immortal City, the Sun Melting Furnace seemed about to topple over, as if a Great Sun was about to fall.

With this Immortal Mansion Rare Treasure combined with the capture of the Sun Star and the city’s Array, even a Sky Demon trapped within could potentially be refined to death.

"Who dares to violate my Immortal City?"

An old voice emerged from the depths of the city, causing a shiver in Fang Xi’s heart, knowing that ’Immortal Lie Ri,’ the creator of the Fiery Sun Immortal City, had taken action!