Flying westward for hundreds of miles, Shui Miao reverted to his original form and returned to his Tianji Sect.
This immortal mountain brimmed with spiritual energy, concealed numerous arrays, and remained shrouded in secrecy, invisible to the outside world.
Moreover, with the recent disappearance of the Holy Immortal Lord’s entire family, anyone wishing to gather intelligence would find themselves at a complete loss.
Inside the grand hall of the immortal mountain, after settling into meditation, Shui Miao simultaneously cultivated and kept a watchful eye on his father Chen Yiren’s soul recovery.
Streams of miraculous medicinal energy were repairing the flaws in Chen Yiren’s soul.
The medicinal energy also nurtured Chen Yiren’s immortal spirit.
Previously, he had only been a minor immortal.
But now, the Triple Sage Infant Pill alone had elevated his immortal spirit to the level of a soaring immortal.
Of course, this was not yet the end.
The Triple Sage Infant Pill indeed lived up to its extraordinary reputation.
Shui Miao felt deeply grateful to the Goddess of the Nine Heavens, yet inwardly regretted not having the chance to learn the art of divination. If he could master it, he could set up a grand formation and forge a supreme immortal artifact, making future predictions much easier and effortless.
However, things could not always be forced; it was better to let nature take its course.
Reflecting for a moment, Shui Miao calmed his heart and resumed his meditation.
After several hours, a sudden awareness stirred within him—he sensed that the Triple Sage Infant Pill had completely restored his father’s three souls and seven spirits. His father’s immortal cultivation had also reached the level of a Golden Immortal of Great Perfection. The Triple Sage Infant Pill, indeed a pill crafted by an Immortal Emperor, possessed the power to create a Golden Immortal of Great Perfection!
I must find a way to obtain more Imperial Qi!
As thoughts swirled in his mind, Shui Miao sent a telepathic message to his father, sharing all his memories and current circumstances. Upon learning of Shui Miao’s experiences, Chen Yiren found it hard to believe, yet the reality stood before him—he was inside his son’s innate supreme immortal artifact, leaving him no choice but to accept it.
After a long while, collecting his thoughts, Chen Yiren wished to step outside.
Shui Miao transported his father out of the artifact, summoned Lian’er, released He’er, and together they conversed with his father.
Seeing everything was real, and realizing his son had become an Immortal Lord, possessing his own immortal mountain sect, Chen Yiren was overwhelmed with emotion. After a moment’s reflection, he said to Shui Miao, “Son, your achievements today are all thanks to the White Lotus Goddess!”
Traveling westward for hundreds of miles, Shui Miao transformed back into his original form and returned to his Tianji Sect.
This immortal mountain, abundant in spiritual energy, concealed numerous formations, making it impossible for outsiders to spy on it, maintaining an air of complete mystery.
With the disappearance of the Hu Immortal family, even if someone wanted to gather information, there was nowhere to turn.
Inside the grand hall of the immortal mountain, Shui Miao sat cross-legged, meditating and cultivating while simultaneously keeping an eye on his father’s soul recovery.
A miraculous medicinal aura was helping Chen Yiren repair various defects in his soul.
The medicinal aura was also nourishing Chen Yiren’s immortal soul.
Previously, he was just a minor immortal.
But now, the Three Saints Nascent Soul Pill had elevated his immortal soul to the realm of a flying immortal.
Of course, this was not the end.
The Three Saints Nascent Soul Pill was indeed extraordinary.
Shui Miao was deeply grateful to the Nine Heavens Mystic Lady, though he felt a slight regret for not having the opportunity to learn the art of divination. If he had, he could have used it to set up a grand formation and forge a supreme immortal artifact, making future divinations much easier.
However, one cannot force things; it’s best to let nature take its course.
Shui Miao calmed his mind and began to meditate in peace.
After several hours, Shui Miao sensed that his father’s three souls and seven spirits had been fully restored by the Three Saints Nascent Soul Pill, and his immortal body had reached the realm of a Great Luo Golden Immortal. The Three Saints Nascent Soul Pill, a pill only an Immortal Emperor could refine, had the power to create a Great Luo Golden Immortal directly!
I must find a way to obtain more Emperor Qi!
Shui Miao communicated telepathically with his father, sharing all his experiences and the current situation. Upon learning of Shui Miao’s journey, Chen Yiren found it unbelievable, yet the reality was right before him—he existed within Shui Miao’s life-bound supreme artifact, leaving him no choice but to believe.
After a long while, Chen Yiren decided to come out and see for himself.
Shui Miao moved his father out of the artifact and summoned Lian’er and He’er to accompany his father in conversation.
Seeing everything before him was real, Chen Yiren was moved to see his son now a powerful Immortal Venerable with his own immortal mountain sect. After a moment of thought, he said to Shui Miao, “My child, your achievements today are all thanks to the White Lotus Lady!”
Hearing this, Shui Miao frowned, surprised that his father, despite having all the memories shared with him, still spoke in favor of that deceitful thousand-year-old female ghost.
“My child, I know you don’t trust her, but you must admit that our current state is indeed related to her. Deceiving you and using the Phantom Mirror to confuse you was also my fault. I shouldn’t have tried to influence your thoughts. But you need to calm down and think carefully. Everything has two sides. Without these events, you might not have reached where you are today.”
Chen Yiren spoke earnestly, and his words held some truth.
Shui Miao restrained his temper and asked, “Father, just tell me directly, what do you want me to do?”
“My child, I mean we should forget the past grudges and let them go. But from today onwards, if she tries to harm you again, then you can deal with her, and I won’t stop you. However, you must consider that White Lotus is a disciple of the Supreme Lord Laozi. When you beat a dog, you must consider its master!” Chen Yiren, feeling a sense of gratitude towards White Lotus, wanted to calm Shui Miao’s desire to destroy her.
“Alright!”
After some thought, Shui Miao, not wanting to trouble his father, nodded in agreement.
Chen Yiren smiled contentedly and, accompanied by everyone, took a tour of the immortal mountain.
After the tour, Chen Yiren, filled with emotions, said to Shui Miao, “My child, with your great abilities now, why don’t we go to the mortal world and bring your mother, sister, and other relatives and friends here? Even if it violates immortal rules, hiding them in this immortal mountain sect should be fine, right?”
“Father, I have considered this, but with the chaos in the immortal realm and the imminent war between immortals and gods, bringing everyone here might not be a good idea. If it endangers them, wouldn’t it be a loss?” Shui Miao sighed softly.
Chen Yiren was struck by a thought, “My child, do you aspire to become an Immortal Emperor?”
“Of course, only the strong have the right to stand in the immortal realm. The weak are always pawns of others. I want to use this war between immortals and gods to train myself. If I can become an Immortal Emperor, after the war ends, we can live in peace. Then, we can gather all our relatives and friends and bring virtuous mortals into the immortal sect. That would be true harmony!”
Shui Miao’s thoughts were mature, and he deeply understood the way of survival.
He did not want to be used by unworthy villains. He harbored the ambition to govern the three realms, vowing to eradicate all evil in the world, so that good people would no longer be lost or suffer.
Hearing this, Chen Yiren nodded heavily, “Good! My child, I am pleased that you think this way. Go ahead and act boldly. I won’t hold you back. I plan to return to the mortal world to take care of everyone, relieving you of your worries. However, when I return, it would be great if I could bring some immortal pills and such.”
Shui Miao was moved by his father’s suggestion, but he had to be cautious due to the deep entanglement between his father and the thousand-year-old female ghost. After some thought, Shui Miao came up with a plan and turned to Lian’er, “Lian’er, go pick some immortal fruits for my father to take to the mortal world.”
He then turned to Chen Yiren, “Father, mortals have weak constitutions and cannot withstand high-grade immortal pills, so just take some ordinary ones. Don’t rush and don’t blatantly violate the laws of the three realms, disrupting their order. The ghost officials, city gods, and the Thunder Department of the immortal realm, along with many thunder gods, are always watching the mortal world. Caution is the key to longevity. Also, I will forge some immortal artifacts for your protection and give you some crystals. If things go wrong, quickly bring everyone to me.”
As he spoke, Shui Miao put He’er into the Time Tower.
Inside the Time Tower, the artifact forge was already in operation.
Shui Miao had plenty of materials below the Heavenly Yuan Stone level, so forging some supreme immortal artifacts was not a problem.
At the same time, Shui Miao telepathically communicated with He’er, “Sister He’er, I need your help with something, is that okay?”
“Shui Miao, you not only saved my life but also helped me cultivate, rapidly increasing my power. You’ve given me many immortal artifacts. Do you think I wouldn’t help you? Your matters are my matters. Just tell me what you need; no need to ask.”
Shui Miao, disliking empty words, said directly, “My father is returning to the mortal world, and I fear it might stir up trouble. For everyone’s safety, I want you to help me collect a strand of the souls of my relatives and friends. If anything happens to them, I can resurrect them in the future.”
“That’s a small matter. I’ll handle it properly.”
He’er was relieved; collecting souls was indeed not difficult.
“Good! He’er, keep this flying needle with you. Use it if necessary.”
With a thought, Shui Miao gave the flying needle to He’er for her protection.
He’er, sensing the flying needle was a supreme artifact, was astonished, “Shui Miao, thank you for trusting me so much!”
“Haha, I should thank you.”
Shui Miao was generous, even giving away a supreme artifact, showing his magnanimous attitude towards friends.
Then, Shui Miao focused and forged two more immortal artifacts: a Time Protection Pearl and a Yin-Yang Five Elements Illusion Mirror, both supreme artifacts without using the Fire Thunder Formation, letting Chen Yiren bind them with his blood.
With the immortal artifacts, low-grade pills, immortal herbs, and crystals, Chen Yiren felt fully prepared.
Shui Miao also privately gave He’er some crystals, as the consumption of the flying needle was quite significant.
Once everything was ready, Shui Miao flew out of the South Heaven Gate, secretly sending everyone to the mortal world.
It’s worth noting that in the immortal realm, immortals above the Great Luo Golden Immortal level could descend to the mortal world without being stopped by the South Heaven Gate’s immortal soldiers. As an Immortal Venerable, Shui Miao was naturally not hindered. He chose to go secretly to avoid being discovered by potential enemies, which could endanger everyone.
Shui Miao did not follow to the mortal world. After sending off his father and He’er, he immediately returned to the Immortal Capital Mountain to investigate the group competition.
With ten Emperor Qi Pills and five supreme artifacts as rewards, Shui Miao was naturally unwilling to miss out.
“Son, I know you don’t trust her, but you must admit that our current situation is indeed connected to her. Deceiving you and using the Illusory Demon Mirror to confuse you—that was actually my fault. I shouldn’t have tried to control your thoughts. But you must calm down and think carefully—everything has two sides. Without those events, you might never have reached this point or achieved what you have today.”
Chen Yiren spoke with sincerity, and his words indeed held some truth.
Suppressing his emotions, Shui Miao asked cautiously, “Father, just tell me directly—what do you want me to do?”
“My son, I mean to forget our past grudges and let them go. But from today onward, if she tries to harm you again, you may deal with her, and I won’t interfere. However, you must consider things carefully—White Lotus is a disciple of Laozi, the Supreme Elder. Even when beating a dog, one must consider its master!”
Chen Yiren, loyal and grateful, sought to pacify Shui Miao’s desire to eliminate White Lotus.
“Fine!”
After a moment’s thought, Shui Miao, not wanting to distress his father, nodded in agreement.
Chen Yiren smiled contentedly and, accompanied by everyone, toured the immortal mountain.
Afterward, filled with emotion, he said to Shui Miao, “Son, now that you have such great power, why not go to the mortal realm and bring your mother, sister, and other loved ones here? Even if it violates the immortal laws, we can hide them within this sect—it should be fine, right?”
“Father, I’ve considered it before. But with the chaos in the immortal realm and the imminent immortal-god war, bringing everyone here might not be wise. If they get dragged into the conflict, it would be a loss rather than a gain.”
Chen Yiren’s heart stirred. “Son, could it be that you aim to become an Immortal Emperor?”
“Of course. Only the strong can stand firm in the immortal realm. The weak are always just pawns. I plan to hone myself during this immortal-god war. If I can become an Immortal Emperor, after the war ends, we can live in peace. Then, I will reunite all our loved ones and bring virtuous mortals into the immortal sect—only then will true harmony be achieved!”
Shui Miao’s thoughts were mature, and he deeply understood the laws of survival.
He refused to be manipulated by unscrupulous villains and harbored a vision to govern the Three Realms, determined to eradicate all evil and relieve the suffering of the innocent.
Upon hearing this, Chen Yiren nodded firmly. “Good! Son, I’m truly pleased that you think this way. Go ahead and do as you wish—I won’t be a burden. I plan to go to the mortal realm myself to take care of everyone, so you can focus without worry. However, when I return, bringing more immortal pills would be better.”
Traveling westward for hundreds of miles, Shui Miao reverted to his original form and returned to his Tianji Sect. This sacred mountain, abundant in spiritual energy and hidden with numerous formations, remained shrouded in mystery, impervious to outside scrutiny. With the disappearance of the Hu Immortal family, even those seeking information had nowhere to turn.
Inside the grand hall of the sacred mountain, Shui Miao sat in meditation, simultaneously cultivating his energy and monitoring the recovery of his father’s primordial spirit. A miraculous medicinal aura was repairing various flaws in Chen Yiren’s primordial spirit while also nourishing his immortal soul. Previously, Chen Yiren was merely a minor immortal, but now, the Three Saints Nascent Soul Pill had elevated his immortal soul to the realm of a flying immortal. Of course, this was not the end. The Three Saints Nascent Soul Pill was indeed extraordinary.
Shui Miao was deeply grateful to the Nine Heavens Mystic Lady, though he felt a slight regret for not having the opportunity to learn the art of divination. With such knowledge, he could have set up a grand formation and crafted a supreme immortal artifact, making future divinations much easier. However, he knew that some things could not be forced and decided to let nature take its course.
After calming his mind, Shui Miao began to meditate in earnest. Several hours later, he sensed that his father’s three souls and seven spirits had been fully restored by the Three Saints Nascent Soul Pill, and his immortal cultivation had reached the level of a Great Luo Golden Immortal. The pill, worthy of an Immortal Emperor, had directly forged a Great Luo Golden Immortal. Shui Miao resolved to find a way to obtain more of this imperial energy.
Through telepathy, Shui Miao communicated with his father, sharing his experiences and current situation. Chen Yiren, learning of Shui Miao’s journey, found it incredible and hard to believe. Yet, the reality was undeniable—he existed within Shui Miao’s life-bound supreme artifact.
After a long while, Chen Yiren decided to emerge and see for himself. Shui Miao moved his father out of the artifact, summoned Lian’er, and released He’er to accompany his father in conversation. Seeing everything before him, Chen Yiren was moved to see his son had become a powerful Immortal Venerable and had his own sacred mountain sect. After a moment of contemplation, he said, “My child, your achievements today are all thanks to the White Lotus Lady.”
Shui Miao frowned, surprised that his father, despite having received his memories, still spoke in favor of the deceitful thousand-year-old ghost. Chen Yiren, with a heavy heart, explained, “I know you don’t trust her, but you must admit that our current state is indeed related to her. Deceiving you and using the Phantom Mirror to confuse you was also my fault. I shouldn’t have tried to influence your thoughts. But if you think carefully, everything has two sides. Without these events, you might not have reached your current achievements.”
Shui Miao, suppressing his frustration, asked, “Father, just tell me directly, what do you want me to do?”
Chen Yiren suggested, “Let’s forget the past grudges and move on. However, if she tries to harm you again, then you can deal with her, and I won’t stop you. But remember, White Lotus is a disciple of the Supreme Lord Laozi. Even when dealing with a dog, one must consider its master.”
After some thought, Shui Miao nodded in agreement, not wanting to cause his father distress. Chen Yiren smiled in relief and, accompanied by everyone, toured the sacred mountain. After the tour, he suggested, “My child, with your great abilities, why not go to the mortal world and bring your mother, sister, and other relatives and friends here? Even if it violates immortal rules, hiding them in this sacred mountain sect should be fine.”
Shui Miao sighed lightly, “Father, I’ve considered this, but with the chaos in the immortal realm and the impending war between immortals and gods, bringing everyone here might not be a good idea. If they were harmed, it would be a great loss.”
Chen Yiren, sensing his son’s ambition, asked, “My child, do you aspire to become an Immortal Emperor?”
“Of course,” Shui Miao replied. “Only the strong can stand in the immortal realm. The weak are always pawns. I plan to use this war to train myself. If I can become an Immortal Emperor, after the war, we can live in peace and gather all our loved ones together, bringing virtuous mortals into the immortal sect. That would be true harmony.”
Impressed by his son’s mature thinking and survival instincts, Chen Yiren nodded heavily, “Good! I’m very pleased with your thoughts. Go ahead and act boldly. I won’t hold you back. I plan to return to the mortal world to take care of everyone and relieve you of worries. But when I return, it would be great to bring some immortal pills.”
Shui Miao, concerned about the entanglement between his father and the thousand-year-old ghost, decided to take precautions. He turned to Lian’er, “Lian’er, please pick some immortal fruits for my father to take to the mortal world.”
He then advised his father, “Father, mortals have weak constitutions and can’t handle powerful immortal pills, so just take some ordinary ones. Don’t rush or blatantly violate the laws of the three realms. The ghost officials, city gods, and the Thunder Department of the immortal realm are always watching the mortal world. Caution is essential. I’ll also craft some immortal artifacts for your protection and give you some spirit stones. If anything goes wrong, bring everyone to me immediately.”
As he spoke, Shui Miao stored He’er in the Time Tower, where the artifact furnace was already in operation. With plenty of materials, crafting some supreme immortal artifacts was no problem. He then telepathically communicated with He’er, “Sister He’er, I need your help with something. Is that okay?”
He’er replied sincerely, “Shui Miao, you saved my life, helped me cultivate, and gave me many immortal artifacts. Of course, I’ll help you. Your matters are mine. Just tell me what you need.”
Shui Miao, disliking empty words, got straight to the point, “My father is returning to the mortal world, and I’m worried it might cause trouble. For everyone’s safety, I want you to collect a strand of the primordial spirits of my relatives and friends. If anything happens, I can resurrect them later.”
He’er assured him, “This is a small matter. I’ll handle it perfectly.”
Shui Miao then gifted He’er a flying needle, a supreme artifact, for her protection. He’er, sensing the needle’s power, was deeply moved, “Shui Miao, thank you for trusting me so much.”
Shui Miao smiled, “I should thank you.”
With great generosity, Shui Miao crafted two more immortal artifacts—a Time Protection Orb and a Yin-Yang Five Elements Illusion Mirror—both supreme artifacts, and had Chen Yiren bind them with his blood. Equipped with these artifacts, low-grade pills, immortal herbs, and spirit stones, Chen Yiren felt fully prepared.
Shui Miao also privately gave He’er some spirit stones, knowing the flying needle would consume them rapidly. Once everything was ready, Shui Miao flew out of the South Heaven Gate, secretly sending his father and He’er to the mortal world. Notably, in the immortal realm, immortals above the Great Luo Golden Immortal level could descend to the mortal world without hindrance from the South Heaven Gate’s guards. As an Immortal Venerable, Shui Miao naturally faced no resistance. He chose to act secretly to avoid alerting potential adversaries, which could endanger everyone.
Shui Miao did not follow them to the mortal world. After seeing off his father and He’er, he immediately returned to the Xian Du Mountain to investigate the group competition. With ten Imperial Energy Pills and five supreme artifacts as rewards, Shui Miao was determined not to miss this opportunity.
Then, turning to Chen Yiren, he said, “Father, mortals’ bodies are weak and cannot withstand high-grade immortal pills, so just take some simple ones. Don’t act hastily or openly violate the laws of the Three Realms. The spirit officials, city gods, and the Thunder Division of the immortal realm constantly monitor the mortal world—caution is essential.
Besides, I will forge some immortal artifacts for your protection and give you some spirit stones. If anything goes wrong, immediately bring everyone here to find me.”
As he spoke, Shui Miao recalled He’er into the Time Tower.
Inside the tower, the artifact-forging furnace had already begun operating.
Shui Miao still had many materials below the Tianyuan Stone level, sufficient to craft some supreme immortal artifacts.
At the same time, he sent a telepathic message to He’er, “Sister He’er, I need to ask a favor—would that be okay?”
“Shui Miao, you not only saved my life but also helped me cultivate and rapidly improve my cultivation. You’ve given me many immortal artifacts. How could I refuse to help you? Your matters are my matters—just tell me what I can do, no need to say ‘please’.”
He’er’s words were heartfelt—she had been eager for a chance to repay Shui Miao.
Shui Miao disliked unnecessary flattery and got straight to the point. “My father is returning to the mortal realm, and I’m worried he might attract trouble. For everyone’s safety, I’d like you to collect a fragment of each of their souls. If anything happens, I can later resurrect them.”
“That’s a small matter—I’ll ensure it’s done perfectly.”
He’er sighed in relief. Collecting soul fragments was indeed no difficult task.
“Great! Take this flying needle—use it if you must.”
With a thought, Shui Miao sent the needle to He’er for protection.
Upon sensing the needle’s power, He’er was astonished to find it was a Supreme Immortal Artifact. “Shui Miao, thank you for trusting me so much!”
“Haha, I should thank you too.”
Shui Miao’s generosity in giving away a Supreme Immortal Artifact showed how magnanimous he was toward his friends.
Then, focusing his mind, Shui Miao forged two more immortal artifacts—a protective Time Bead and a Yin-Yang Five Elements Mirror—without using the Thunder Array, yet still producing supreme-grade artifacts for Chen Yiren to blood-bind.
After receiving the artifacts, low-grade pills, immortal herbs, and spirit stones, Chen Yiren felt fully prepared.
Privately, Shui Miao also gave He’er some spirit stones, as the needle’s activation consumed a vast amount of them.
Once everything was ready, Shui Miao flew straight out of the Southern Heavenly Gate, secretly sending everyone back to the mortal realm.
It was worth noting that in the immortal realm, immortals above the Golden Immortal of Great Perfection level were not stopped by the heavenly guards at the Southern Gate when descending to the mortal realm. As an Immortal Lord, Shui Miao naturally faced no resistance. However, he still chose secrecy, fearing his enemies might discover his movements and endanger everyone.
Shui Miao did not accompany them to the mortal realm. After sending off his father and He’er, he immediately returned to the Immortal Capital Mountain to investigate the preliminary competition results.
Ten Imperial Qi Pills and five Supreme Immortal Artifacts—the reward was too valuable to miss.
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