Tian Yuan

"You two are so shameless, coming here every day to freeload."

Once they got to know each other, there was no need for formalities. Yan Ze said whatever came to mind without any reservations.

"We're just trying to build a relationship, it's not like we're freeloading."

Li Muyang retorted.

"Shameless old man!"

Yan Ze rolled his eyes at Li Muyang.

For the sake of food, Li Muyang held back, glancing to the side without uttering a word.

"Eat it!"

After cooking the dishes, Yan Ze served them on the table.

In no time, the dishes on the table were all gone.

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, Li Muyang sighed, "I wonder how far Chen Qingyuan has come, and when he will be able to return."

I wonder if I'll ever see him again.

The monument keeper was also a one-armed man who specialized in the art of the sword. He was thin and withered, his skin dark and dry; judging from his appearance, he didn't have much time left to live.

When Chen Qingyuan was mentioned, a hint of sorrow gradually appeared on his face.

The Qing family is large and powerful, and possesses many top-tier medicines for prolonging life.

As the guardian of the monument, he only needs to make a call to the sect leader, Lin Changsheng, to obtain a large amount of resources.

Yan Ze missed Chen Qingyuan terribly. A thousand words welled up in his heart, but in the end, they turned into a long sigh: "Alas!"

Without Chen Qingyuan's guidance, Yan Ze would never have been able to break through to the ninth step of the Divine Bridge realm. Furthermore, his ability to join the Azure Sect and find a sense of belonging was also thanks to Chen Qingyuan.

Years ago in the Azure Sect, an ordinary Divine Bridge expert could easily obtain a guest elder position if they passed the assessment. Now, it's not that simple.

Let alone ordinary Divine Bridge experts, even Quasi-Emperor level experts are not necessarily rare for Qingzong.

The current ruler sits atop the Azure Sect!

A thousand years ago, An Xiruo gathered a group of high-ranking members of the Qingzong sect and transmitted the Dao from afar.

The elders benefited greatly and expressed their gratitude to the emperor.

When the news spread, it caused a sensation throughout China.

Countless powerful individuals flocked to the scene, knowing full well they wouldn't see the Red-Clad Empress, but still hoping to join in the fun, perhaps their luck would be so great that they'd just happen to run into her.

An Xiruo's actions served both to intimidate the sect's higher-ups and prevent them from harboring any rebellious thoughts, and also as a favor to enhance the cohesion of the Qing Sect.

The scene changes to a place of green hills and clear waters.

A small wooden boat floats on the surface of a crystal-clear lake.

Wei Jingxing, the fisherman, sat at the bow of his boat, leisurely fishing, with a roast chicken and a pot of fine wine beside him.

The roast chicken was a gift from Yan Ze not long ago, and the wine was a present from a friend by the lake.

"There aren't any fish, what are you fishing for?"

There stood a man by the lake, simply dressed but with a dashing appearance. His name was Ouyang Che, and he was known as one of the Three Heroes of the Ancient Times, along with Situ Lin and Yao Gu.

Under normal circumstances, Ouyang Che would have died, but he was reborn because of Chen Qingyuan.

"Go with the flow, whatever you catch is what you get."

The lake was empty, devoid of fish. Wei Jingxing held a fishing rod in one hand and a chicken leg in the other, living a carefree life that would be the envy of many.

Ouyang Che couldn't understand Wei Jingxing's Dao, so he didn't discuss the topic further.

These two are also guest elders of the Azure Sect. In recent years, they have been staying in the sect and teaching the core disciples of the sect from time to time. If they encounter a few good talents, they can give them special instruction.

"I visited the Imperial State a few years ago, but I couldn't see the scenery inside the barrier."

Ouyang Che brought up this serious topic.

"I am fortunate to witness a new era, thanks to Fellow Daoist Chen."

Wei Jingxing was grateful to Chen Qingyuan and took the opportunity to become a guest elder of the Qing Sect.

Is there really a way to achieve immortality?

Upon hearing Wei Jingxing's words, Ouyang Che's expression turned solemn.

Wei Jingxing replied decisively: "Yes!"

Ouyang Che frowned slightly: "How can you be so sure?"

"intuition."

Wei Jingxing could not give a definite reason.

"All right!"

Ouyang Che had initially been excited, thinking Wei Jingxing knew some secret. But it turned out to be just a gut feeling, leaving him speechless.

The two chatted for a few more minutes, then Ouyang Che prepared to leave: "I'm going."

Wei Jingxing maintained his fishing posture and responded softly, "Mm."

After Ouyang Che left, Wei Jingxing's fishing rod dipped slightly, and the loose fishing line suddenly tightened.

A fish has taken the bait!

Seeing this, Wei Jingxing was used to it and did not show much reaction. He said calmly, "I'm lucky today. I caught a big fish."

He wasn't fishing in the conventional sense; it was fate!

Emperor Taiwei's achievements today are also largely due to Wei Jingxing.

In his youth, Emperor Taiwei obtained Wei Jingxing's small wooden boat, from which he gained enlightenment and reaped considerable benefits.

Ouyang Che returned to his elegant residence, where Yao Gu sat in the courtyard picking ingredients for brewing wine. She was simply dressed and appeared gentle and virtuous.

After Situ Lin reshaped the Heavenly Book, he asked An Xiruo for an imperial edict, and with his own forbidden secret techniques, he enabled Yao Gu to escape her suffering and live in this world as a normal person.

The medicine girl looked up and met Ouyang Che's gaze as he approached. Their eyes met, and they smiled without speaking, adding a touch of sweetness to the landscape.

This is the kind of life that Yao Gu longs for. She never dared to even dream of it before.

"Is there any news of His Majesty?"

Nestled in Situ Lin's arms, Yao Gu asked softly.

"No."

Ouyang Che went to the Imperial State and met with Situ Lin. Even Situ Lin couldn't predict the outcome of the Ultimate Feast.

I hope he is well.

The Medicine Maiden was grateful and knew that she was able to live a peaceful life with Ouyang Che entirely because of her connection with Chen Qingyuan. From the very first moment she created her physical body, she had given the Qing Sect her unique brewing techniques.

Furthermore, every hundred years, the Medicine Maiden would brew a batch of exquisite wine full of spiritual essence and store it in the Qingzong's storeroom.

She wanted to do something within her power; she couldn't just stay in Qingzong for nothing.

"As long as the soul lamp remains lit, there should be no major problems."

The only information that everyone knows so far is that Chen Qingyuan's soul lamp has not changed; the flame is still strong and full of life.

Throughout the world, many powerful figures are discussing the ultimate feast.

A terrifying aura emanated from the Chaotic Sea.

An Xiruo noticed this and suddenly opened her eyes.

A remarkable person has arrived!

This matter is of utmost importance, and An Xiruo must take it seriously.

She separated a divine thought avatar and headed straight for the location of the terrifying aura.

Somewhere in the starry sky, the two sides met.

A faintly visible figure in red stares directly at a middle-aged man dressed in dark clothes, separated by a great distance, the atmosphere cold and solemn.

"It's you."

An Xiruo recognized the person who came and was slightly surprised.

"Fellow Daoist An."

The visitor was named Pan Ran, a Sword Emperor.

He had previously fought Chen Qingyuan and nearly lost his life. Fortunately, Chen Qingyuan did not intend to kill him, so Pan Ran escaped with his life, wounded, and went to the Boundary Sea to heal.

Through that battle, Pan Ran comprehended a higher Dao.

He has now reached the pinnacle of the Emperor's Path!