My Seven Sisters Are Stunningly Beautiful (The Return of the Gods)

Lu Yun gently put down the spiritual herb that he was using to regulate Scar Four’s breathing.

"Scar Four, I know very little about you, and I am even more like a blind man touching an elephant in this world. Can you tell me where this place is?"

Scar Four was stunned for a moment, then a hint of surprise appeared on his face, and then he smiled bitterly.

"Senior, this is Zhenzhou. With such a high level of cultivation, how come you don't know Zhenzhou?" He scratched his head, his eyes full of confusion and curiosity.

Lu Yun shook his head slightly, a self-deprecating smile forming at the corner of his mouth.

"Cultivation has nothing to do with regional knowledge. I have been ignorant all this way. Zhenzhou, this name is quite charming. Tell me, what position does it occupy on this continent?"

Upon hearing this, Scar Si perked up, sat up straight, and his eyes sparkled.

"Oh, Senior, I have to explain this to you in detail."

"Our continent is vast and boundless, divided into nine states. The one in the middle is Tongxian State, which is said to have the most abundant spiritual energy. It is the place that all immortal cultivators dream of."

"The other eight states are arranged according to the eight trigrams: east, south, west, north, southeast, northeast, southwest, northwest, and Zhenzhou where I am located. It is located in the east and symbolizes the land of thunder."

Hearing this, Lu Yun raised his eyebrows slightly, a thoughtful gleam flashed in his eyes, and he muttered to himself.

"Zhenzhou, the land of thunder in the east, does sound quite artistic, but it also reveals a bit of desolation. Isn't this the land of immortals?"

When Scar Four heard this, he slapped his thigh as if he had suddenly realized something, his voice full of surprise.

"I was saying it. Young Master, you are so young but your cultivation is so profound. It turns out that you are from the Immortal Land! No wonder, no wonder! The Immortal Land is a legendary holy land for cultivation, a place that everyone yearns for."

Scar Four sat on a smooth stone, scratching the ground with the wooden stick in his hand unconsciously, sparks flying, as if telling an ancient and mysterious story.

Lu Yun turned his eyes slightly and looked at Scar Four, with curiosity that was hard to conceal in his tone.

"Scar Four, what do you know about the Immortal Land?"

Scar Four raised his head, a proud smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and the movement of his hands unconsciously stopped.

"Senior Lu Yun, I actually know a little bit about this matter."

"Our Tongxianzhou is not named for nothing. According to legend, Tongxianzhou got its name because it hides a secret passage leading to the immortal land."

"Don't underestimate our Jiuzhou Continent. This world is a corner left after the collapse of the Immortal Land. We are connected by blood and share the same roots."

Scar Four left the audience in suspense here, took a sip of water from the pot, and then continued.

"Moreover, every hundred years, the three major forces in Tongxianzhou - Tianlei Sect, Bishui Pavilion and Youyue Valley - will join forces to hold a grand event and work together to open a portal to the immortal land."

“Those who are qualified to pass through the portal will have the opportunity to step into the legendary fairyland and get a glimpse of its true appearance.”

A trace of reminiscence emerged between Lu Yun's brows, and a hint of tenderness and sadness flashed in his eyes.

Fairyland... there is a way to save my sisters and the island floating above the clouds. Do I have to wait here for a hundred years before I can have a chance to meet again?

Seeing Lu Yun's complicated expression, Scar Four involuntarily moved closer, patted his shoulder and comforted him.

"Don't worry, senior. Things in the world are ever-changing. Maybe we don't have to wait for hundreds of years. Sometimes, by chance, the portal will open in advance, or there will be other ways to the fairyland. Besides, a master like you may have your own way."

Hearing this, Lu Yun smiled bitterly and shook his head.

"Things are hard to predict, I can only do my best. But you, Scar Four, since you know so much, have you ever thought about going to the fairyland yourself?"

Scar Four smiled, revealing two rows of white teeth.

"I want to, but it's not that easy. With my body, I'll just be the last one to go. But I'm satisfied to listen to the stories of the fairyland told by the seniors."

As he spoke, Scar Four took out a tattered map from his arms and spread it out in front of the two of them.

By the light of the fire, the crooked lines on the map seemed to come alive, winding and pointing to the unknown distance.

"Look, this is what I got from an old businessman. It's said to mark the distribution of the three major forces in Tongxianzhou, as well as the approximate locations of previous portal openings. Although I'm not sure of its accuracy, it's at least an idea."

Lu Yun stared at the map, his fingers gently stroking the lines, as if touching the veins of time and space.

"The map is good and thoughtful. Even if it is not useful now, it may be of unexpected help in the future."

Scar Four brushed the dust off his hands, stood up, and there was a cunning light in his eyes, as if he suddenly thought of a good idea.

"Hey, Senior, you are really lucky! Did you know that the passage to the fairyland will be opened again in three years? I think if you rush over now, you should be able to catch it in time."

When Lu Yun heard this, his eyes lit up, and a barely perceptible expectation appeared on his originally calm face.

He nodded slowly, calculating the itinerary in his mind, but asked lightly.

"How do I get to Tongxianzhou? Also, what is the highest level of cultivation that the cultivators here can reach?"

Upon hearing this, Scar Four lowered his voice in a mysterious manner, looked around to make sure no one was eavesdropping, and then spoke.

"In the Nine Provinces, the highest level of cultivation is no more than the peak of the Saint realm, which is an existence that can change the weather and move mountains and seas."

"But there are only a few strong people like this in the entire Jiuzhou. And you, senior, have already reached the level of a quasi-saint. You are definitely one of the top people in Jiuzhou!"

Hearing this, Lu Yun smiled calmly, with a barely perceptible hint of self-mockery in his eyes.

"A quasi-saint? It seems I need to work harder."

Upon seeing this, Scar Four quickly waved his hand to smooth things over.

"No, Senior, you have already reached a height that many people cannot even dream of. Besides, those below the saints are all ants, and those above the saints are the real powerful ones in the world."

"A quasi-saint is already half a saint. With your level of cultivation, you will be respected wherever you go."

By this time, the night was deep, and the only sounds around were the crackling of the campfire and the occasional roar of beasts in the distance.

Lu Yun stood up, stretched, and looked far away, as if he was looking into the invisible future.

"Three years, time is running out. Scar Four, you have done me a favor, and I will never forget it. If I can successfully reach the immortal land, I will definitely reward you handsomely."

Scar Four quickly waved his hands with a simple smile on his face.

"Oh, Senior, that's too polite. It's my honor to be able to help you. Besides, what I can learn from a master like you is more valuable than anything else!"