I am a late bloomer in the world of cultivating immortals

Upon hearing this, the elder of the Mist Ghost Clan was first taken aback, then stared wide-eyed at Wei Tu with an incredulous expression.

Even the envoys from various ethnic groups who had come to offer congratulations and present gifts showed expressions of astonishment and disbelief.

There's no other reason than that among all the races in the spirit realm, the Feathered Dragon Clan is an absolute and dominant force.

Let alone supporting others or attending their "union ceremony" to offer congratulations, even crossing the threshold of their own clan is not something that ordinary forces can easily cross.

This 'general force' also includes the Mist Demon clan, which has only recently risen to prominence in the last ten thousand years.

Previously, they were merely local bullies and regional forces located in a corner of the Spirit Realm. Only after their ancestor, 'Old Ghost Pei,' broke through to the Mahayana Realm did they leap to become a powerful race comparable to the 'Ten Spirit Races.'

But... it's only 'on par'!
In terms of foundation and resources, the Mist Ghost Clan is far inferior to any of the Ten Spirit Clans.

Lacking this foundation, their network of connections naturally struggled to extend beyond the 'Ten Spirit Clans' to the Feathered Dragon Clan, one of the three dominant clans in the Spirit Realm.

Moreover, and most importantly, Wei Tu's identity at this moment is not that of an ordinary cultivator within the Feather Dragon Clan, but rather a disciple of a Mahayana Immortal within the Feather Dragon Clan!

"It is true that Lord Zichi is renowned, but I... have never heard of him having a disciple named 'Lin Tianqi'?"

Soon, some Nascent Soul cultivators realized what was happening and secretly questioned Wei Tu's identity.

Walking in the spirit world, knowing who to mess with and who not to mess with is something that these powerful beings at the Integration stage are used to and familiar with. However... after searching through their memories, they couldn't find a single memory related to the identity of 'Lin Tianqi'.

This alone is enough to raise suspicions.

Because at this moment, Wei Tu's realm aura is that of the Integration Realm, and... according to common sense, a Mahayana disciple of the Feather Dragon Clan in the Integration Realm would not be so unknown.

"The talisman at his waist is genuine. It truly embodies the magical power of the Purple Dragon Lord..."

But in that instant, a powerful being with keen eyes and amazing perception, after secretly probing Wei Tu's background, made a decisive judgment.

He also reminded his relatives and friends not to offend Wei Tu, lest they encounter unforeseen dangers.

After a short while, the originally noisy and festive "union ceremony" instantly became much quieter and more deserted.

This is not because Wei Tu's appearance was particularly unlikable.

Rather, it was the accumulated prestige of the Feathered Dragon Clan.

Before Wei Tu's true identity was confirmed, no one dared to befriend him or falsely claim him as a Feather Dragon Clan cultivator.

"Please wait a moment, esteemed guest. I will go inside and inform the madam that I have come to greet you personally."

The elder of the Mist Ghost Clan swallowed hard, suppressing his shock and worry, before stepping forward and bowing respectfully to Wei Tu.

In terms of cultivation level, although he was at the same level as Wei Tu, he was even more advanced than Wei Tu, having reached the 'mid-stage of the Integration Realm'.

However, given his status as a minor cultivator from a small clan, he dared not act arrogantly in front of a cultivator from the Feathered Dragon Clan who had achieved the same level of cultivation.

"No need, I'm already here."

However, just after the elder of the Mist Demon clan finished his bow...

Inside the main hall where the 'Grand Ceremony of Union' was being held, Consort Dayuan, who had been observing the area with her divine sense, also gracefully flew there in a few moments with a flick of her jade sleeve. She looked at Wei Tu, who was floating in the clouds with a cold expression, with a smile on her face.

At the same time, behind this woman followed a large group of powerful cultivators from various races who had just been sitting in the hall and had rushed over upon hearing the news.

This included not only Pei Hong, the 'master' of this place, and a group of high-ranking members of the Mist Ghost Clan, but also many of the envoys from the major clans who had entered the 'inner island area' of Silver Canopy Island two days earlier and were seen by Wei Tu.

"It is an honor for our Mist Ghost Clan to have Fellow Daoist Lin here to pay our respects at the Children's Union Ceremony."

Princess Da Yuan still wore a pink veil over her face, exuding an awe-inspiring noblewoman's aura, but at this moment, her 'closeness' when speaking to Wei Tu was also obvious to everyone.

"Could he really be a disciple of the Purple Dragon Lord? A cultivator within the Feather Dragon Clan? But... clearly, none of the princesses or princes within the Feather Dragon Clan match his identity."

The cultivators were filled with doubt and unease.

Fortunately, at that moment, Princess Da Yuan's next words answered their questions.

"Fellow Daoist Lin is not well-known within the Feathered Dragon Clan. If my niece hadn't mentioned it, I probably wouldn't have known either. Not long ago, Lord Zichi took you as his disciple..."

Princess Da Yuan covered her mouth and chuckled. Her almond-shaped eyes glanced at the stunningly beautiful girl beside her, who resembled her but possessed a different temperament. A hint of gratitude and relief flashed in her eyes.

This stunningly beautiful girl was none other than Da Yuan Shuang, who came from the four-armed ape clan.

Seeing this scene, all the cultivators felt relieved.

Because only the Four-Armed Ape Clan, one of the top three of the 'Ten Spirit Clans,' had the means to learn about this major event that had occurred within the Feathered Dragon Clan in the first instance.

This was exactly what Wei Tu had expected.

His claim that he was a "disciple" of Zi Chi Jun was not something he made up; it was a true story.

Before he was sent to the territory of the Snow Infant Clan by Zi Chi Jun with the power of Mahayana, his specific position within the Feathered Dragon Clan was also determined.

—He was thus included among the personal disciples of Zi Chi Jun.

After all, the term "junior from the same realm" is far too broad; it can only be considered a connection between him and Zi Chi Jun and the remnants of the Zi Chen Realm.

Within the Feathered Dragon Clan, it is no longer possible to determine his specific identity and status based on this 'title'.

Therefore, being accepted as a 'personal disciple' by Zi Chi Jun, thus joining Zi Chi Jun's lineage and becoming a Feather Dragon Clan cultivator—this had long been a consensus within the Feather Dragon Clan before he even met Zi Chi Jun.

Zi Chi Jun did not refuse and readily agreed.

The status of a Mahayana disciple, which may be prestigious elsewhere, is, in the eyes of a Mahayana immortal, simply something that can be given away at will.

With Zi Chi Jun's nod.

The high-ranking members of the Feathered Dragon Clan will naturally publicize this matter within the clan and to the outside world, completely binding him, this "outsider," since his foundation and aptitude were personally praised by the Great Princess as "the second Purple Dragon Lord."

Now, nearly a hundred years have passed, and with so many Nascent Soul cultivators arriving here, he is not worried about whether he can find a cultivator among them who can prove his identity.

Da Yuanshuang is not here.

With the combined strength of the Mist Demon clan, it shouldn't be difficult to determine his specific identity.

……

"There is no need to be polite, madam."

"I, Lin, simply happened to be traveling here. Upon hearing that Young Master Pei had advanced to the Nascent Soul stage, I came here to make his acquaintance."

Wei Tu smiled slightly, using this statement to distance himself from the relationship between them.

He publicly denied any close connection between himself and Pei Hong or the Mist Ghost Clan.

This time, he revealed his identity in order to leave Silver Canopy Island smoothly, not to befriend the Mist Ghost Clan so that they could use his identity to 'borrow power'.

He had not forgotten that his conflict with Pei Hong and the Mist Ghost Clan was an irreconcilable blood feud.

In terms of public affairs, he hindered the Mist Demon Clan's grand plan to invade and occupy the human realm.

Privately, he not only helped Jiang Lingzi kill Pei Hong's 'Blood Ghost Soul Split', but also stole 'Snow Jade Feather' in front of everyone, making this cultivator a sworn enemy of him for stealing his wife.

The words fell.

Consort Dayuan's jade-like face stiffened slightly, and the words she intended to say to further exchange pleasantries stuck in her throat, making it difficult to utter them.

She was born into a noble family, always surrounded by admirers and the center of attention. She had never encountered such impolite words before.

However, in an instant, the 'unnatural' look on her face disappeared completely, and she put on a smile again, continuing to call out 'Fellow Daoist Lin'.

"Guests are always welcome. Fellow Daoist Lin has just happened to come to Silver Canopy Island and is fortunate to witness my son's Unity Ceremony... It is also a blessing for my Mist Ghost Clan." Consort Dayuan smiled faintly and said calmly.

It's true that she rarely encounters such 'disrespectful guests' as Wei Tu, but as the wife of the Mist Ghost Clan Chief, she has experienced her share of hardships and wouldn't lose face because of Wei Tu's few words.

Moreover, although Wei Tu's words were 'harsh,' they were also the norm for cultivators from major clans.

We must prevent low-ranking cultivators from using our prestige to bully others...

These are essential courses that cultivators of great clans must learn during their growth.

And just so.

The Mist Demon Clan and the Feathered Dragon Clan are worlds apart.

Therefore, Wei Tu's harsh words, forbidding the Mist Ghost Clan from taking advantage of the situation, were, in her eyes, difficult to accept, but also reasonable.

"Hong'er, hurry up and greet Fellow Daoist Lin."

Empress Da Yuan frowned slightly and reminded her.

Upon hearing this, Pei Hong immediately understood, realizing that this was his mother instructing him to further befriend Wei Tu as an 'equal'.

At this moment, Wei Tu is 'harsh' on the Mist Ghost Clan, but after befriending them and becoming closer, he can change.

"To be honest, fellow Daoist Lin, although I have never heard of your reputation, I have long admired Lord Zi Chi..."

Pei Hong, catering to Wei Tu's preferences, started by getting close to Wei Tu through Zi Chi Jun, Wei Tu's nominal 'master'.

Having already severed ties with Pei Hong, Wei Tu naturally wouldn't show any displeasure at Pei Hong's overtures.

After all, he had come to Silver Canopy Island under the guise of celebrating Pei Hong's arrival.

He followed Pei Hong's lead and continued the conversation in depth.

See this scene.

The surrounding atmosphere, once cold and silent, has returned to its previous hustle and bustle.

Similarly, at this moment, the gaze of Princess Dayuan towards Wei Tu softened considerably.

"If Hong'er can befriend this cultivator, and use his connections as a stepping stone to reach the seniors of the Feathered Dragon Clan... then, in time, my Mist Ghost Clan will have more than just the Four-Armed Ape Clan to rely on..."

Princess Da Yuan's eyes flickered slightly, and this expectation arose in her heart.

This was not because she, the legitimate daughter of the four-armed ape clan, had betrayed her 'family'; rather, she valued Pei Hong, her own flesh and blood, more than her maternal family.

She can still tell who is close and who is distant.

"My aunt's ambitions are quite considerable." Seeing this, Da Yuan Shuang frowned slightly.

She sneered inwardly, a cold glint flashing in her eyes before a slight smile appeared on her face. She casually interjected into Wei Tu and Pei Hong's conversation.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, I also yearn to visit the Feathered Dragon Clan... but I have never had the chance to go to Immortal Dragon City in person. I wonder if Fellow Daoist Lin could tell me a little about it to satisfy my curiosity..."

"This..." Upon hearing this, Wei Tu looked up in surprise, glancing at Da Yuanshuang with a slightly astonished expression.

He and Da Yuanshuang spent a considerable amount of time together in the 'Small Spirit Realm,' a full century, so he naturally knew a thing or two about this woman's temperament.

I knew he was the kind of person who was rather aloof and arrogant.

I have never seen her act so girlishly before.

However, he soon realized what was going on as he frowned.

People are the same.

However, unlike before, his current 'identity' is no longer that of a lowly human cultivator who had just reached the Void Refinement stage. Instead, he is a direct disciple of a Mahayana Immortal of the Feathered Dragon Clan and a powerful cultivator who has reached the Integration stage!
Because of their different social statuses, the woman's 'attitude' towards him will naturally change accordingly.

"Fortunately, we took precautions. We didn't risk searching for this woman; instead, we used her as a starting point... to leave Silver Canopy Island."

"Otherwise, given this woman's fickle nature, the chances of her selling me to the Mist Demon clan are not small."

Wei Tu secretly rejoiced.

"Immortal Dragon City is not far from the Four-Armed Ape Clan. If you wish to go, Fairy, you are welcome to go on your own. There is no need for you to learn anything from me..." Wei Tu shook his head and coldly declined.

It wasn't that he intentionally mistreated Da Yuanshuang in front of everyone—given his character, he wouldn't resort to personal revenge for that. Rather, it was because this woman's intentions were already 'obvious'.

also--

If he doesn't politely refuse, he'll inevitably get himself into trouble.

At this moment, he could already see that Pei Hong's expression had turned slightly unpleasant upon hearing these words.

“Cousin, if Fellow Daoist Lin is unavailable, I can take you there another day if I have the time.”

Pei Hong's expression softened slightly, and he smiled as he tried to smooth things over.

"This cultivator is not a lecherous person after all?"

Contrary to Wei Tu's expectations, Da Yuan Shuang, who was directly rejected, looked unpleasant, but surprisingly, a hint of surprise appeared deep in her eyes.

She didn't respond to Pei Hong's words, but instead frowned and pondered deeply.

“Hong’er, be careful of Shuang’er. She’s planning to sabotage your friendship with Lin Tianqi… The Mist Ghost Clan was established with the support of the Four-Armed Ape Clan, and the Four-Armed Ape Clan will not allow other clans, especially the Feathered Dragon Clan, to lay a finger on the Mist Ghost Clan.”

At this moment, Da Yuanfei, who had watched Da Yuanshuang grow up and knew her temperament well, immediately had a vague guess about this rather unexpected scene, and hurriedly reminded Pei Hong through telepathy.

"My cousin is really willing to go to such lengths to seduce Fellow Daoist Lin with her beauty... Does she really think that I will feel angry or resentful because of this?"

Upon hearing this, Pei Hongwei was startled, then a cold smile appeared on his lips.

"She is, after all, your former fiancée. Moreover, the higher-ups of the Four-Armed Ape Clan intend to have you two remarry... Your successful repair of your foundation and breakthrough to the Integration Realm, coupled with your grandfather's assistance in cultivating that Ghostly Path Secret Technique... your future is far brighter than Shuang'er's..."

"So, she didn't just sabotage your friendship with Lin Tianqi. She also intentionally killed two birds with one stone, luring Lin Tianqi into the fray and ruining her own engagement once again."

Empress Da Yuan snorted coldly, showing no mercy to her niece, and spoke frankly.

"She thinks too highly of herself. I, Pei Hong, have no shortage of wives. If it weren't for our mutual interests, I would never have let her get away with this kind of behavior..."

Pei Hong narrowed his eyes and replied in a cold voice.

“However, this Lin Tianqi is also impenetrable. Although we had a pleasant conversation, he was always deliberately keeping his distance from me…” Pei Hong pondered for a moment and asked his birth mother for advice on this matter.

"This is difficult... I don't know how to please him either. The information we have about Lin Tianqi is really too little."

"Focus on befriending him first. You don't need to worry about your cousin. Just know that she's deliberately trying to provoke you..." Empress Da Yuan replied calmly. (End of Chapter)