How did a bastard like him become an immortal?

Li Muyun pulled out a small pouch from under his pillow in the bedroom. Inside the pouch was a full fifty gold coins, his savings of fifteen years. In an ordinary family, that would be enough to cover their expenses for three years.

With the pocket tucked into his robes, Li Muyun hurried alone towards the outside of the Marquis's residence.

When the servants saw Li Muyun hurrying away, they whispered among themselves, mocking him for being attacked at the Imperial Ancestral Temple. Their eyes were full of ridicule.

Li Muyun didn't bother with it. As long as he had the magic weapon, he would be a true immortal. If he were to stab Li Tianci with a flying sword, these servants would be just as gloating.

The streets of the capital were very bustling. At the end of the street stood a magnificent Xuanlou (a type of ancient Chinese building), with glazed tiles, nanmu wood, and golden bricks. Those who entered the gate were all dressed in fine clothes and were either rich or noble.

This building is the Xuantian Treasure Pavilion.

Looking at the Xuanlou Pavilion, Li Muyun couldn't help but sigh, "It truly deserves to be called the number one treasure pavilion in the capital."

He took out a black robe and bamboo hat that he had prepared beforehand and covered himself with them, which not only concealed his figure but also his face. After all, he was buying a magical artifact from an immortal, and Li Muyun didn't want any unnecessary trouble.

Upon seeing Li Muyun beneath the black robe, a waiter immediately flashed a professional smile: "Please come in, sir. The first floor of the Xuan Tian Treasure Pavilion is filled with jade treasures; the second floor with martial arts weapons; the third floor with immortal artifacts; and the fourth floor with an auction house. Which floor would you like to visit?"

Li Muyun lowered his head and touched his nose. "I want a magic weapon."

"Please follow me. Xuantian Treasure Pavilion is the largest trading center for magical artifacts in the capital. Ministers and members of the royal family often visit it, so it's sure to have magical artifacts that will satisfy you. Moreover, I've heard that Princess Miaochan, one of the three beauties of the capital, will also be coming today. Perhaps you'll have the honor of catching a glimpse of her."

Upon hearing the words "magical artifact," the attendant's eyes immediately became even more reverent. Even in the capital, immortals were extremely rare, so he became even more enthusiastic in his introduction.

Li Muyun had heard of the famous Princess Miaochan. She was the adopted daughter of the current emperor, who doted on her and bestowed upon her the title of Princess Miaochan.

However, he also heard that although this beauty was as beautiful as an angel, she was also willful, arrogant, and rude. She was no pushover.

Led by a waiter, Li Muyun arrived at the third floor, where a large door made of golden nanmu wood was adorned with a gilded plaque that read "Pavilion of Magical Artifacts".

As soon as you enter the gate, a refreshing sensation washes over you; the interior is exceptionally cool and comfortable.

One by one, magical artifacts were displayed on the shelves. The artifacts were filled with spiritual energy, shone brightly, and occasionally emitted a soft hum, which was extremely mysterious.

"This is the Gold-Slaying Sword. Although it's a low-grade magic weapon, it was still crafted by a master craftsman from the Xuan Tian Treasure Pavilion. It's worth two hundred gold coins and can cut through gold and shatter stone. It's incredibly sharp!" the attendant introduced with a look of awe. "Only such a magic weapon is worthy of your status as an immortal."

"This is the Soul-Severing Spear, worth five hundred gold coins..."

"This is the Mysterious Jade Ruler, worth three hundred and fifty gold coins..."

"These are all top-grade magical artifacts from the Xuan Tian Treasure Pavilion!"

The waiter went on and on with his introduction, while Li Muyun's lips twitched under his bamboo hat. He didn't know if it was high-class or not, but it was expensive, really expensive.

He only had fifty gold coins, but none of these magical artifacts were worth less than a hundred gold coins.

Li Muyun felt that he might be the first immortal to worry about not having money.

"Ahem, these magical artifacts are indeed quite nice, but the price... is really a bit too expensive. I only have fifty gold coins. Do you have any magical artifacts at a suitable price?" Li Muyun said somewhat embarrassedly.

The waiter looked troubled. "Sir, the magical artifacts from Xuan Tian Treasure Pavilion are all guaranteed in quality, and their prices are indeed half a percent higher than usual. Fifty gold..."

The waiter seemed to remember something, and his face lit up with joy. He led Li Muyun to a corner where a palm-sized throwing knife lay quietly on the display shelf. It looked exquisite, but unfortunately, half of the blade was covered with rust, leaving only the sharp edge.

"This flying dagger, originally priced at seventy gold coins, is now offered to you for fifty gold coins, as I see it has a special connection with you today," the waiter said, appearing quite reluctant to part with it.

Li Muyun asked doubtfully, "Are you sure this rusty little knife is a magic weapon? It can't possibly be worth fifty gold coins?"

The waiter's face showed respect. "Guest, you may not know this, but this throwing knife has quite a history. Twenty years ago, an immortal named Li Buhan participated in the martial arts examination and ultimately achieved the third-highest rank in the imperial examination. This throwing knife was his magical weapon. Later, it was said that this immortal perished while fighting for the Tang Dynasty against the Sun Moon Empire, leaving behind only this throwing knife. Now, this third-highest rank throwing knife is damaged and is only a low-level magical weapon. It has come to the Xuan Tian Treasure Pavilion after many twists and turns."

The waiter smiled slightly, "However, because this throwing knife is damaged and has not been sold for three months, I will take the liberty of making it only fifty gold today."

Li Muyun never expected that the throwing knife had such a story, but even so, he still found it difficult to make up his mind to spend all his savings to buy a damaged throwing knife.

Just then, the voice of the Long-Eared Immortal rang in Li Muyun's ears: "This flying knife is quite mysterious and worth no less than a thousand gold pieces. Let's take it."

Li Muyun was startled upon hearing this. The words of the Long-Eared Immortal must be true. He reluctantly took out all his possessions and said, "This is it."

Just then, a young girl dressed in a phoenix-patterned golden dress walked over and said coldly, "So this is where you are. One hundred gold coins, I'll take it."

Li Muyun looked up and examined her. The girl was extremely beautiful, with snow-white skin. Her alluring figure was breathtakingly beautiful in her red dress, but the coldness and arrogance between her brows made people hesitate to approach her.

Behind the girl were two incredibly strong attendants with sharp eyes and vigorous blood; it was clear at a glance that they were experts of the Earthly Profound Martial Master class.

The waiter's expression changed slightly. He bowed and hesitated before saying, "Greetings, Your Highness Princess Miaochan. This 'Third Scholar's Flying Knife' has already been purchased. Would you like to take a look at some other magical artifacts?"

Princess Miaochan said coldly, "I'll take the two hundred gold coins."

The waiter broke out in a cold sweat, looking at Li Muyun with difficulty. "This is your honored guest, Princess Miaochan of the royal family. Since the princess likes her, would you be willing to part with her?"

Li Muyun said calmly, "I've already bought this 'Third Scholar's Flying Knife,' I've already paid for it, and I'll take it."

Princess Miaochan's beautiful eyes were icy cold. "This throwing knife has a connection with my elders. I'll offer you five hundred gold coins. Sell it to me."

“This throwing knife has a long history with me, and it already belongs to me.”

As Li Muyun spoke, he reached for the flying knife.

"Hmph! You don't know what's good for you! As a princess, no one has ever dared to say no to me. Who do you think you are to try and take my magic weapon?"

Princess Miaochan snorted coldly and struck out with her palm, her true energy surging forth. This beauty was clearly a peak martial artist.

"That's completely unreasonable!"

Li Muyun frowned, grabbed the flying knife with one hand, and struck out with his other hand, his true energy surging!

"boom!"

Li Muyun retreated ten steps, his face paling slightly. He thought to himself that this girl was terrifyingly strong, and if they really fought, he would definitely not be her match.

Princess Miaochan's attack failed, and her arrogant face turned icy. She unleashed her true energy in both palms, turning them crimson, and slammed them down towards Li Muyun!

Two crimson palm prints stained the surrounding air red as they attacked Li Muyun, who was ten steps away.

"Fire Palm!"

Li Muyun's expression changed. A single palm strike from a peak martial artist would either kill or cripple the opponent. This stupid woman actually tried to kill him.

"Infuse your true essence into the Flying Dagger and control it with your true essence!" The voice of the Long-Eared Immortal rang in Li Muyun's ears.

Without hesitation, Li Muyun channeled his true energy into the Flying Dagger. The next moment, the dagger suddenly rose into the air, hovering in his palm. True energy flowed across the slightly rusty blade, radiating light, and a faint sound of wind being cut could be heard.

"Protect the princess!"

The two martial arts masters behind Princess Miaochan's expression changed drastically, and they hurriedly stepped forward. They had never expected that Li Muyun was actually an immortal.

"Stupid woman, you're pushing me too far! Get out of here!"

But it was too late. Li Muyun snorted coldly, and the Flying Dagger of the Flower Scholar transformed into a streak of light, shooting out with a whoosh!