I am a late bloomer in the world of cultivating immortals

"The accumulated knowledge of Mahayana Buddhism throughout his life is indeed extraordinary."

Fairy Xuanling's face showed admiration, and her expression subtly revealed a hint of joy.

This time, she listened to Wei Tu's words and traveled thousands of miles across realms to the 'Bao Ri Divine Tower', only to gain nothing and put her life in danger... It would be impossible for her not to feel any resentment.

Now, with these 'legacy' from Mr. Shenxiang, I can find some solace.

That's right! It's more of a 'consolation' than a 'surprise'.

Because for these Mahayana practitioners, these spiritual objects are mostly just 'wealth' and not enough to provide much assistance on their path.

After all, whether it's her or Wei Tu, their inherited knowledge and the spiritual treasures they wield are all stronger than that of the veteran Mahayana cultivator, Master Shenxiang.

Therefore, although the spiritual items leaking from this 'gray bag' almost filled the first floor of the Bao Ri Divine Tower... only a handful could truly catch her and Wei Tu's eye.

“Two low-grade eighth-rank spirit pills, and… a mid-grade eighth-rank spirit herb, and a mid-grade Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure…” Wei Tu narrowed his eyes and secretly examined it.

Of course, in fact, long before he obtained the 'gray bag', he had already secretly peeked at what was inside with his 'Evil Eyes of Chaos'.

He already knew everything about the spirits inside.

At this moment, it's merely a formality.

"And this..." After a moment's thought, Wei Tu suddenly waved his sleeve and took out the 'pink flower' that he had taken from Mr. Yun Jun. He added it to the item.

This treasure is a 'rare object', without a specific rank, but its effects are comparable to those of a top-grade Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure.

If he hadn't possessed the quasi-immortal artifact 'Gray Bone Shield', the divine power of the 'Pink Flower' alone would have caused him considerable suffering.

"The Red Spider Lily?" Upon seeing this, Fairy Xuanling's clear eyes lit up, a rare occurrence.

But after a moment, he shook his head slightly and used his magic to return the treasure to Wei Tu.

And the reason she gave was very simple.

This 'Red Spider Lily' is a treasure offered by Mr. Yun Jun, and does not belong to Mr. Shen Xiang... Wei Tu's ability to seize it is due to her skill. No matter how greedy she is for credit, she cannot share in this treasure.

"Good." Upon hearing this, Wei Tu did not refuse. He nodded and put it back into his sleeve.

And this is not him being pretentious.

While it's possible to directly devour treasures like the 'Pink Flower' with its unclear responsibilities, it would also risk losing Fairy Xuanling as an ally...

Because, in essence, within this 'Precious Sun Divine Tower,' his ability to interact with Tian Yizi and others on an equal footing, and to threaten Zi Chi Jun and Yu Long Clan Dragon Lord, largely depended on the assistance and backing of Xuan Ling Fairy.

Did Tian Yizi, Pei Laogui, and the others not know that these 'pink flowers' were quite valuable?
The main reason he didn't ask for it was because he and Fairy Xuanling were one entity. She was not someone to be easily offended.

"If nothing unexpected happens, this treasure should be the legendary 'Flower of the Other Shore,' which grows in the Yellow Springs... It's just a pity that this flower is only a withered bloom. Unless it's sacrificed with blood like Mr. Yun Jun, it's difficult to reveal the power of this flower..."

As if worried that Wei Tu wouldn't understand the value of the 'pink flower', after a moment's hesitation, Fairy Xuanling flipped her hand and took out an ancient-looking black jade slip, handing it to Wei Tu and explaining the flower's name.

"This jade slip is..." At this moment, Wei Tu, who was holding the black jade slip, was also greatly surprised after scanning its contents with his divine sense.

Because its contents seem to be the supreme inheritance of the human race... Its knowledge is ancient, and the number of great secrets of the cultivation world it contains is no less than the many jade slips he snatched from the Seven Treasures Demon Ancestor.

And among this knowledge are many records about these 'withered flowers on the other side of the river'.

It is much more detailed than that of the Seven Treasures Demon Ancestor.

"It's just some common knowledge in the cultivation world."

“Fellow Daoist Wei is not a high-ranking member of the human race in my Spirit Realm. Such a supreme inheritance cannot be easily bestowed upon Fellow Daoist Wei by this palace…” As if guessing what Wei Tu was thinking, Fairy Xuanling pondered for a moment and explained.

"Although you are not my teacher, your help to me is no less than that of a good teacher." Wei Tu sighed softly upon hearing this, bowed to Fairy Xuanling, and expressed his sincere gratitude.

Such records of the history of the cultivation world and the antiquity of its knowledge are often the foundation of a great clan.

It is not something that can be easily mastered; it will not be taught lightly.

For example, the Feathered Dragon Clan, although they opened up many cultivation manuals to him, did not tell him all their 'knowledge reserves' in this area.

The reason for this is quite simple.

The power of the ancients was partly due to their 'mystery'.

Of course, there was also a degree of wariness towards him as a "guest advisor".

After all, while one can observe the energy and discern some clues about a martial arts technique, the circulation and dissemination of this kind of 'knowledge reserve' is invisible and traceless, making it difficult to truly lock the source, intercept, and block it.

"Given Fellow Daoist Wei's future, it's only a matter of time before he makes up for this shortcoming. At least, Tian Yizi of the Qiuyuan Sect... is not stingy in telling Fellow Daoist Wei about these secrets of the cultivation world." Fairy Xuanling smiled faintly, indicating that Wei Tu did not need to express too much gratitude.

Having said that, the two stopped talking and began to divide up the 'legacy' left by the Elephant Master.

Regarding protective amulets,

Satellite imagery is already abundant.

At this moment, all that is lacking is a spiritual pill to increase one's cultivation level.

Similarly, while Fairy Xuanling also lacked elixirs for advancing her cultivation level, she wasn't so greedy as to covet these two low-grade eighth-rank elixirs...

Therefore, the two quickly reached an agreement.

Both low-grade eighth-rank spirit pills belonged to Wei Tu.

And... that mid-grade Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure was assigned to Fairy Xuanling.

The only remaining controversial item is that mid-grade eighth-rank spiritual medicine.

"'Soaring Cloud Immortal Herb,' this is the main ingredient for refining 'Ascension Pill'... I will not easily give up this treasure." Fairy Xuanling shook her head slightly, showing no sign of backing down on this crucial item for cultivation, a stark contrast to her previous easygoing nature.

And this scene.

Wei Tu was not surprised.

In the realm of Mahayana cultivation, spiritual objects are hard to find.

The Ascension Pill, while not enough to allow Fairy Xuanling to break through from the mid-stage of the Mahayana to the late-stage... its effects are enough to reduce this woman's arduous cultivation by several thousand years.

For this reason alone, it makes the struggle between this woman and him at this moment worthwhile.

Ultimately, Fairy Xuanling was neither his true master nor a close confidante... Within the Ten Absolute Immortal Mansion, she had given him the [Soul-Possessing Clay Doll], and he had already repaid almost all the great kindness owed to her.

There's no need to give him a break in everything.

Conversely, the woman's focus on business at this moment is the key to their long-term "cooperation".

"Hmm... I could give this 'Soaring Cloud Immortal Herb' to you, Fairy. However, if another benefit were added... I wonder if you would be willing to part with it."

Wei Tu narrowed his eyes and smiled slightly.

"What are the benefits?" Upon hearing this, Fairy Xuanling was also surprised.

But soon, she frowned slightly, becoming more wary of Wei Tu.

There's no other reason than that back in the 'Ten Absolute Immortal Abodes,' Wei Tu had used similar words as a condition, as one of the prices for exchanging the [Soul-Binding Clay Doll] from her.

Now, they're resorting to the same old tricks...

If, like today, we were to venture into a perilous place like the 'Bao Ri Divine Pagoda' where there is no benefit, wouldn't we be losing the spiritual treasure and ruining ourselves once again?
But soon—

After Wei Tu's lips moved slightly and he finished explaining the exchange conditions, Fairy Xuanling could no longer maintain her composure.

"Does Fellow Daoist Wei truly believe this? Is there more than just the 'Fleshly Buddha' opportunity within that ancient clay temple?" Fairy Xuanling asked with delight.

"This is certainly true. Whether it is true or false, the fairy can find out for herself when the time comes..."

"However, if we want to seize that hidden opportunity from that 'living Buddha,' we will have to ask the fairy to use the Great Light Sutra again."

Wei Tu said again.

Upon hearing this, Fairy Xuanling instantly felt an astonishing sense of familiarity once again.

no doubt.

It is the same as exploring the 'Baori Divine Pagoda' together today.

Without her help, Wei Tu would not have been able to easily risk going to the vicinity of the 'fleshly Buddha' again to try to seize the treasure by himself.

With her added to the mix, and the Great Illumination Sutra she possessed…

Only then would he dare to have this plan.

"Fellow Daoist Wei's rhetoric is truly astonishing." Fairy Xuanling shook her head slightly, no longer caring about her demeanor at this moment, and chuckled with a hint of exasperation.

Of course, this was not her way of mocking or belittling Wei Tu.

She also knew that Wei Tu didn't need her.

Compared to her assistance, the 'channel' or 'intelligence' that Wei Tu possesses is far more valuable!

For example, Old Ghost Pei...

Its 'Mist Demon Clone' is also a means to quickly approach the 'Fleshly Buddha'.

Furthermore, similar cultivation methods to the "Great Brightness Sutra" do exist in the cultivation world... As long as Wei Tu is patient and spends more time, it will not be difficult to find them.

Even a thousand years is not a long time for Mahayana practitioners like them.

Therefore, Wei Tuken's renewed cooperation with her at this moment is a genuine and tangible gift of 'opportunity' to her—even if it is mixed with considerations of self-interest.

only……

Such actions inevitably make one appear shrewd and calculating.

"If we poor cultivators are not skilled in this kind of calculation of interests, how can we stand before a fairy? Could it be... based solely on so-called qualifications?"

Upon hearing this, Wei Tu was not ashamed and calmly asked a question in return.

As soon as he said this...

Fairy Xuanling was speechless, feeling a mix of emotions.

The difference between aristocratic cultivators and independent cultivators lies not only in the difference in resources, but also in their 'mental character'.

Specifically, the loose cultivators' association is even more petty.

This is a well-known fact in the cultivation world.

But on the other hand... if a rogue cultivator with no background, no resources, and no one to back him up is inexplicably generous, then can he still be considered a rogue cultivator, and can he have made it this far like Wei Tu?

In a daze, Fairy Xuanling vaguely saw behind Wei Tu the hardships he had endured along the way.

On the surface, she and Feng Qing are revered as two of the two great immortals of the Spirit Realm, but in fact, as an 'ascended cultivator' who ascended from the human realm to the Spirit Realm... her journey is destined to be many times more difficult than that of Feng Qing, her, or any other Mahayana cultivator in the Spirit Realm!
In other words.

It is precisely because of his 'stinginess' and his knack for seizing opportunities that he has achieved what he has today.

This is cause and effect, and also an inevitability.

It's not as 'narrow-minded' as she thinks.

"It was my slip of the tongue..." Fairy Xuanling felt a pang of guilt and offered a slight bow in apology.

"This woman is actually a good person."

Upon seeing this, Wei Tu raised an eyebrow and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

While such scheming may be mutually beneficial, it cannot be done openly...

Especially now, given their growing mutual interests and deepening relationship.

Now that there is a plausible reason to resolve this 'hidden danger,' it is naturally a good thing.

……

After the allocation was agreed upon.

Wei Tu and Fairy Xuanling did not hesitate. With their lips slightly moving, they began to recite the Buddhist mantra and once again arrived at the underground palace of the 'Baori Divine Pagoda'—in front of the ancient clay temple where the 'living Buddha' was located.

"The fairy has suffered considerable injuries this time. I wonder... if she can still manage to split her 'soul' and continue trying to approach the vicinity of this ancient temple..."

Wei Tu looked worried, glanced at Xuanling Fairy whose face was still slightly pale, and asked.

This wasn't just concern for Fairy Xuanling's injuries, but also a worry that... if this rash attempt failed, there would be little chance of trying again.

After all, he vividly remembered the scene where the 'flesh-bodied Buddha' obliterated the demonic body of the Divine Elephant.

It's hard to say how long An Liangcai's 'indestructible demonic body' can withstand in his hands.

Therefore, for him, this was the only opportunity to steal the treasure in a short period of time, and he could not afford to be careless.

"This injury is not enough to endanger my very foundation... At least, it won't stop me from splitting my soul and controlling your demonic body to 'steal treasure' from this flesh Buddha..." Fairy Xuanling shook her head slightly, her tone very firm, showing no wavering.

Seeing this scene.

Wei Tu wasted no more time. He patted the corpse-raising bag and spirit insect bag at his waist and immediately summoned the 'Undying Demon Body' that he had taken from An Liangcai, as well as the Crimson Feather Ghost Insect King that he had obtained from the Rebirth Spirit Realm.

"The demonic body of an ancient innate demon..."

"The Crimson Feathered Demon Insect King..."

Upon seeing these two items, Fairy Xuanling immediately took a deep breath.

Then, she reached out her delicate hand and took the crimson-feathered ghost insect king, the size of an infant's fist, into her palm. Following Wei Tu's instructions, she used the insect's perspective to once again peer into the 'clay-sculpted ancient temple'.

The next moment, the barely perceptible 'cyan spiritual barrier' that shimmered with spiritual light slowly emerged in the void before her eyes.

"Azure spiritual restriction! What Fellow Daoist Wei said is true... There are such strange restrictions and creations of heaven and earth in this world..." Fairy Xuanling murmured to herself, seemingly unable to believe what she was seeing.

Because in her eyes, Mahayana was already someone who was almost omniscient and omnipotent.

How could one possibly be deceived by a 'spiritual barrier' that is so close yet unseen?

"Since this cyan spiritual restriction is real..."

"Then, Fellow Daoist Wei has truly bestowed upon me a tremendous opportunity for immortality..."

Instantly, Xuanling Fairy, who subconsciously thought of this place, felt a little complicated.

This is indeed an exchange of benefits.

With her there, Wei Tu was able to steal the treasure hidden beneath the 'Azure Spirit Barrier' more quickly.

But... when this opportunity far outweighs what she needs to give, her mindset naturally changes.

Because, if it were her, she wouldn't mind waiting thousands of years to prepare everything before coming here alone to steal the treasure.

"Is it because he's worried that his aura will be recognized by this 'living Buddha'... and that he'll never have the chance to receive the initiation from him again, or is it that... these thousand years are also indispensable to him?"

The Fairy Xuanling's mind raced as she secretly pondered.

However, there is no doubt that at this moment, her goodwill towards Wei Tu has greatly increased, and her trust in him has also risen significantly. (End of this chapter)