I am a late bloomer in the world of cultivating immortals

Although this cultivator is a reincarnated practitioner, such a rapid breakthrough speed still seems quite abnormal.

"Is it related to Zou Yueshan? Or is it the 'accumulation' of this cultivator before reincarnation?" Wei Tu pondered.

In the cultivation world, there are many examples of people who have the resources but are unable to break through due to limitations in their foundation and aptitude.

This is also a major factor that many powerful beings who have achieved fusion are willing to risk 'reincarnation'.

It's just a pity that he's currently being hunted down by Madam Wanmiao, and he has very few trump cards left...

Therefore, even though he was extremely curious about Chief Chai's experiences over the past thousand years, he could only suppress this thought for the time being. After a slight glance, he decided to keep his distance.

But just as he darted into the crowd of the market, a scene that greatly surprised him suddenly appeared beside Chief Chai.

Then, several renowned and high-ranking Nascent Soul cultivators within the 'Black Cloud Minor Realm' respectfully gathered around Chief Chai, showering him with flattery.

Among these cultivators at the Integration Realm was one whose identity was closely related to his current status.

—Qi, the Vice Sect Master of the Feather Saint Sect!
"An elder of the Black Wind Clan in the Heavenly Demon Realm..."

While these Nascent Soul cultivators were praising Chief Chai, they did not conceal his identity. In just a few words, they revealed Chief Chai's current identity in the market.

Chief Chai seemed to be thoroughly enjoying this honor. He glanced at the passersby who looked on with awe at the conversation, smiled faintly, and began to chat with the group of Nascent Soul cultivators.

However, the conversation that followed must have involved some confidential matter, and Chief Chai and the group of Nascent Soul cultivators gradually switched to telepathy to avoid leaks.

but--

Upon hearing this, Wei Tu could no longer contain his shock.

He never expected that Chief Chai, who had escaped the Spirit Realm, would be doing so well in this 'Black Cloud Minor Realm' and the 'Heavenly Demon Realm' that controls this realm.

He became the so-called 'elder' of the Black Wind Clan!
"The Black Phoenix Clan, that's... a force in the Heavenly Demon Realm that's suspected to be the location of the Azure Phoenix?" Wei Tu frowned slightly, immediately abandoning the idea of ​​fleeing.

Previously, he had planned to avoid Chief Chai because encountering him again would bring him no benefit whatsoever.

Even if he seized the opportunity to kill Chief Chai, it would be of no benefit to him. After all, he had always gained the upper hand in his several encounters with this cultivator, and he had no intention of eliminating him as soon as possible.

But that's different now.

This cultivator's special identity seems to be a breakthrough for him to join the 'Heavenly Demon Realm' and find out information about Luqiu Qingfeng!
"But in what capacity should I interact with him?" Wei Tu frowned slightly, a sense of difficulty creeping into his mind.

Collect spiritual herbs, and you can also play the role of a 'mysterious hybrid' and deal with the cultivators in the black market.

However, if you want to associate with people like Chief Chai and Deputy Sect Leader Qi, you must have a respectable identity that won't arouse suspicion.

This identity is precisely what he lacks.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have been willing to play the role of a 'junior Golden Core cultivator' and hide in the Deer Mountain Dojo for nearly a hundred years.

"The Nine Serpents Liu Family is my only chance." After a moment's thought, Wei Tu decided to focus on the upper echelons of this 'Black Cloud Minor World,' which was the easiest for him to reach.

With that thought in mind, he no longer hesitated, and with a single step, he flew away from the market town, returning to the Deer Mountain Dojo, thus ending his travels.

of course.

This time, Wei Tu didn't use the 'Golden Core Realm' he had previously revealed. Instead, he directly raised his aura to the 'Early Nascent Soul Realm'.

It seemed that this journey had indeed given him the opportunity to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm!

This news instantly ignited the Lushan Dojo.

As the first of the 'Middle Three Realms', the Nascent Soul Realm already represents an absolute core force and upper-middle level in any power within the 'Black Cloud Minor Realm'.

The next step beyond this realm is to become a Nascent Soul expert, capable of standing alone within a powerful force, like Zhong Yi or the middle-aged beauty.

Wei Tu, on the other hand, broke through to the Nascent Soul realm within a dozen years after just one trip...

Admittedly, this breakthrough was aided by the 'Nascent Soul Pill' gifted by Clan Chief Liu, but this talent is already something that cannot be ignored and deserves attention within the major powers.

"Originally, I thought he would become a Nascent Soul cultivator like me a thousand years later... Now it seems that his aptitude is much better than Shui'er's." The middle-aged beauty sighed inwardly, becoming more optimistic about Wei Tu's future path.

Bloodline is a limitation for 'bloodline cultivators'.

However, for Wei Tu, it was more like a cloth bag to block the iron spikes, only providing slight obstruction.

During this brief period of building momentum, Wei Tu has already emerged from his slump, revealing his inherent talent and brilliance.

Not bad!

Previously, she had been reluctant to allow Wei Tu to travel, believing it to be a willful act that a wise person would not do.

However, different people will have different perspectives.

Steady progress and peaceful cultivation are the paths to advancement for ordinary people... not the path for a dazzling prodigy like Wei Tu.

More than a decade ago, Wei Tu disregarded her objections and resolutely went on a journey, which only proved that Wei Tu's will was 'unyielding' and extraordinary!

Such natural talent in terms of Daoist heart and comprehension is far superior to the most ordinary 'innate talent'.

The latter is only useful in the early stages of the path.

The former, however, can be used for a lifetime, keeping one ahead of one's peers step by step.

"He only traveled around the cultivation world for a few years and successfully broke through to the Nascent Soul stage?"

Compared to the middle-aged beauty's conjecture, Clan Chief Liu was more rational. He did not readily believe Wei Tu's words, but instead inquired about the Nascent Soul guard who was secretly protecting Wei Tu.

After learning the details of the experience, Chief Liu was slightly shocked, and an expression of disbelief appeared on his face.

"It seems that I have struck gold, and luckily found this 'hidden gem'."

Chief Liu smiled, in high spirits.

Back then, the reason he took Wei Tu as his disciple was entirely for Ruan Shui'er's sake, to prevent Wei Tu from going to the main sect of Yu Sheng Sect and suddenly revealing information about Ruan Shui'er, which would cause a series of unfortunate chain reactions.

Therefore, in his eyes, Wei Tu was more like an 'unexpected factor' that appeared in the Lushan Dojo!
Therefore, when he learned that Wei Tu was planning to travel, his reaction was lukewarm. Instead of stopping him as a teacher, he actually gave his full approval.

An indifferent attitude.

Just as he said: the Nine Serpents Liu Clan does not lack a Nascent Soul cultivator.

At that time, his thoughts were not without darkness; he secretly thought that it would be a good ending for Wei Tu to perish outside.

The reason for sending Nascent Soul guards was the same as that of the middle-aged beauty: she didn't want Wei Tu, this 'property,' to die so easily outside.

Never thought.

Wei Tu gave him this huge surprise.

This astonishing talent means that Wei Tu's future, and that of the 'Nine Serpents Liu Clan', are highly promising investments!
……

A few days later, Wei Tu returned to the Lushan Dojo and met with his nominal master, Clan Chief Liu, once again.

And this time interval, after that apprenticeship ceremony, was nearly a hundred years ago.

Unlike last time, this time Chief Liu treated Wei Tu with great enthusiasm.

This was also within Wei Tu's expectations.

His revealed 'bloodline aptitude' has never been something that Chief Liu or the 'Nine Serpents Liu Clan' behind him could have any good intentions towards.

For this reason, Chief Liu regarded him as an "outsider" and treated him rather coldly.

Now that his aptitude has greatly improved, why would Chief Liu, who didn't have much ill intentions towards him to begin with, deliberately obstruct his path?
Mutual assistance and support along the way are the common mindset of a large business family like the 'Nine Serpents Liu Clan'.

"Those who achieve great success in cultivation are unlikely to become trusted disciples... You should be able to understand this principle."

"I haven't treated you badly before..."

"Now that you have reached the Nascent Soul stage and your talent has been revealed, I will naturally treat you differently."

"As for this matter, I do not ask you to be overly grateful to me or the Nine Serpents Liu Clan. I only hope that after you achieve a certain level of cultivation, you will help and benefit the Nine Serpents Liu Clan..."

Chief Liu spoke gently and once again spoke frankly and openly to Wei Tu.

If one is unaware of the past...

Wei Tu might actually be fooled by Chief Liu and believe that he is truly such an upright and honest cultivator.

However, outwardly, Wei Tu still showed that he was moved by these words, and he bowed deeply to Chief Liu to express his gratitude.

Upon seeing this, Chief Liu was immediately in a good mood. After stroking his beard, he asked Wei Tu about his future cultivation plans in the capacity of a master.

"If possible..."

"I, Fu, wish to join the Heavenly Demon Realm, for that is the true home for us bloodline cultivators!"

Wei Tu pondered for a moment, then solemnly uttered these words.

"The Heavenly Demon Realm?" Upon hearing this, Clan Chief Liu was not particularly surprised.

There's no other reason than that, just as Wei Tu said, the Heavenly Demon Realm is the final destination and supreme place for bloodline cultivators. Therefore, how could any cultivator from the 'Black Cloud Minor Realm' who has ambition and dreams of reaching a higher realm possibly have the idea of ​​joining this realm!

Wei Tu's performance over the years has precisely proven that he is a person with lofty ambitions.

"Since you have the idea of ​​joining the Heavenly Demon Realm, you must have some understanding of this realm."

"For cultivators of my 'Black Cloud Minor Realm,' there are basically only two ways to join this realm: one is to break through to the Nascent Soul stage and venture into the 'Blood Refining Ground,' and the other is to be recommended by sects like the Feather Saint Sect and directly 'ascend' to the Heavenly Demon Realm..."

Chief Liu paused for a moment before stating this common knowledge.

"The first method is manageable, but the second..." At this point, Clan Chief Liu's eyes flickered slightly as he said, "It's not easy to obtain those recommendation slots from the Feather Saint Sect. Those who snatch them are mostly Nascent Soul cultivators... and many of them come from prestigious families..."

The implication of these words is that Wei Tu should give up on seeking a way to the Heavenly Demon Realm from the Feather Saint Sect as soon as possible.

However, although Chief Liu spoke with righteous indignation, Wei Tu, who had already guessed the cause and effect of this matter, would not easily believe his words...

However, Wei Tu also noticed the word 'basic' in what Clan Chief Liu said. This meant that going to the Heavenly Demon Realm was not one of the two only ways known to the lower-level cultivators of the 'Black Cloud Minor Realm'.

Chief Liu didn't keep this a secret for long.

He smiled slightly and said, "My clan has good relations with some forces in the Heavenly Demon Realm. Just mention it to them and participate in their internal assessments... and you can join the Heavenly Demon Realm."

"Internal assessment?" Upon hearing this, Wei Tu thought to himself, "Just as I expected."

It is true that the 'Black Cloud Minor Realm' is a 'lower realm' controlled by the Heavenly Demon Realm, but this lower realm is not the same as the human realm or the human race in that it is a completely different 'lower realm'... The combined forces of this realm cannot be easily ignored by the various forces of the Heavenly Demon Realm.

Consequently, they will also have some 'privileges' to join the Heavenly Demon Realm.

Only in this way can the unity of purpose between the two forces be guaranteed.

And these are some of the 'insider secrets' that can be deduced by intelligent people, from the surface to the core!
in short.

The publicly known 'Blood Refining Ground' is a testing ground prepared by the Heavenly Demon Realm for rogue cultivators.

For cultivators of sects and clans, the public 'Blood Refining Grounds' are not cost-effective. They can participate in the 'Special Recruitment' channels created for them by the Heavenly Demon Realm and then join the Heavenly Demon Realm.

"Two months from now, the elders of the Heavenly Demon Realm in the lower realm will make a special trip to our 'Five Great Clans'... At that time, there will be an assessment for you juniors..."

"If you can pass this test, joining the Heavenly Demon Realm will be just around the corner." Clan Chief Liu pondered for a moment and then explained the specific method.

"However, you must understand that the Heavenly Demon Realm is not a benevolent place... For geniuses, this realm can help them go further, but for mediocre people, staying in the 'Black Cloud Minor Realm' is more promising." Clan Chief Liu habitually advised Wei Tu, as if he had said this to countless family members.

Wei Tu has already proven his talent by rapidly breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage.

This talent deserves the attention of the 'Nine-Snake Willow Clan'.

However, when placed within the entire 'Black Cloud Minor Realm' and even the 'Heavenly Demon Realm' above it, this talent inevitably appears mediocre.

Therefore, in Chief Liu's view, it would be more cost-effective for Wei Tu to cultivate in the 'Black Cloud Minor Realm' first and then go to the Heavenly Demon Realm later, rather than entering the Heavenly Demon Realm as soon as possible.

But soon——

Chief Liu seemed to have thought of something again, shook his head and smiled, said "So be it," and then stopped trying to persuade Wei Tu.

If Wei Tu succeeds in the assessment, he will have the right to choose which interface to stay on; if he fails... then there's no point in talking about him being cautious.

After speaking, Chief Liu casually took out a blank jade slip, copied some information about the assessment onto it, and then pointed at it with his magic and sent it to Wei Tu.

“The three rotating elders of the Heavenly Demon Realm… Sure enough! Chief Chai is among them.” Soon, Wei Tu saw Chief Chai’s disguised appearance again from the contents of the jade slip.

Seeing this, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief, feeling much more at ease.

The acquisition of this information, coupled with the arrival of this cultivator...

This means that, a hundred years after his accidental intrusion into the 'Black Cloud Minor World,' the initial plan is finally about to get on track! (End of Chapter)