Immortality starts from the liver proficiency

Chapter 697 Reunion with an Old Friend
Suddenly, a respectful report came from outside the hall from the disciples guarding the mountain.

"Reporting to the True Lord, a cultivator who calls himself Chu Chengnan is requesting an audience outside the mountain gate, claiming to be an old friend of the True Lord."

"Chu Chengnan?"

Inside the main hall of Shenxiao Palace, the dome hangs high like a starry river, and purple-gold thunder patterns flow faintly between the jade pillars and the ground, exuding a Daoist charm.

Xu Yunfan, dressed in a purple-gold thunder patterned Taoist robe, sat upright on the cloud platform, his aura as deep and calm as an abyss.

He had just finished contemplating the deduction of the cycle of suffering in reincarnation when, with a slight movement of his divine sense, he sensed that familiar yet somewhat uneasy aura outside the mountain gate.

Before long, under the respectful guidance of the disciples guarding the mountain, a figure entered the magnificent and solemn hall.

The newcomer was dressed in a simple black robe, his face still faintly showing the outline of his past appearance, but the vicissitudes and solemnity between his brows were far greater than before. He was none other than Chu Chengnan, who had experienced tribulations and embarked on the path of cultivation again.

His steps were steady, but his eyes could not hide his complexity. His gaze quickly swept over the simple yet thunderous Daoist arrangement in the hall, finally settling on the figure sitting on the cloud platform, exuding a profound aura.

The former junior brother Xu is now a distant memory, and the position of True Lord that he longs for day and night has become his goal.

Chu Chengnan took a deep breath and stopped without hesitation ten feet away from the cloud platform. He knelt down, touched the ground with his forehead, and performed the grand salute of a disciple of the Yuanshi Sect when paying homage to the peak master. His voice was filled with barely suppressed excitement and utter respect.

"Disciple Chu Chengnan pays respects to True Lord Shenxiao! May True Lord enjoy eternal immortal blessings and everlasting prosperity!"

The sound echoed in the spacious hall, making it all the more solemn.

She's quite eloquent.

The disciples of the Yuanshi Sect are the best at this.

One or two mouths are particularly good at licking.

With a slight sense of unease, Xu Yunfan calmly focused his gaze on the respectful figure below, scanning him with his divine sense.

Having reached the pinnacle of Foundation Establishment, his foundation is solid and profound, even more refined than before he fell while seeking the Immovable Profound Mountain Dao Fruit. Clearly, he did not give up during these hundred years; instead, he has reached new heights through trials and tribulations.

However, the weariness emanating from the other person was already quite evident.

Chu Chengnan's lifespan is coming to an end, and after five lifetimes, he is nearing the end of his life.

"Get up and talk."

Xu Yunfan spoke, his voice calm, and a gentle yet powerful force lifted Chu Chengnan steadily up.

Chu Chengnan rose as instructed, stood respectfully with his hands at his sides, and dared not look directly at Yuntai.

He organized his thoughts and spoke with gratitude and reminiscence.

"Your Majesty, I dare to request an audience today, truly out of gratitude for Your Majesty's past kindness in restoring my life."

Back then, I was arrogant and ignorant, which led to my calamity, a decline in my cultivation, and almost the end of my path.

"If it weren't for True Lord Meng's timely assistance and the hope he gave me when I was utterly disheartened, I would never have been able to return to the Foundation Establishment Perfection realm!"

He paused, his tone becoming even more sincere, "In the past, I presumptuously offered my meager resources to help you in your cultivation. These resources are but a drop in the ocean compared to your achievements today, and are not worth mentioning."

However, the True Lord cherishes the past and protects the former members of Shenxiao Peak, spreading his grace far and wide.

Although my cultivation is lowly, I have returned with a sincere heart that Heaven and Earth can attest to. I earnestly request that the True Lord accept me and allow me to return to the Shenxiao Peak to serve you faithfully!
Even if it means serving as an outer disciple, cleaning the mountain gate, this junior will do it willingly and without complaint!

These words were sincere and heartfelt, fully expressing Chu Chengnan's desire to submit.

He knew how rare it was to have the protection of a newly promoted True Lord in a place like the Yuanshi Sect, where the strong preyed on the weak.

The other side was in dire need of thugs.

In particular, Xu Yunfan attained the Divine Firmament Dao Fruit at an astonishing speed, and not long ago joined forces with Dongming Zhenjun to divide up the Atila Realm. He was riding high, and Divine Firmament Mountain was at its zenith.

Being able to rely on this place not only means safety, but also a slim chance to glimpse the Golden Elixir Path again.

Xu Yunfan looked at the respectful Chu Chengnan below, his thoughts stirring slightly.

Back then, when Chu Chengnan was abandoned by True Monarch Qingyuan, Chu Chengnan left, gifting him a large amount of cultivation resources. Those spirit stones, pills, and materials did indeed alleviate a great deal of pressure when he was struggling to survive with his low cultivation level, saving him a lot of time in collecting resources and allowing him to focus more on improving his cultivation.

Xu Yunfan remembers this kindness.

"Senior Brother Chu."

Xu Yunfan spoke again, his voice still calm, but with an added, almost imperceptible gentleness.

“You did help me in the past. Your ability to emerge from the trough and embark on the path again is also due to your own perseverance and your heart set on the Way.”

It's good that you're back.

Upon hearing this, Chu Chengnan's body trembled slightly, and his eyes instantly flashed with immense joy and excitement, almost causing him to kneel down again.

"Thank you for your great kindness, True Lord! Cheng Nan will do his utmost to live up to your expectations!"

"Get up."

Xu Yunfan raised his hand, and that gentle strength supported him throughout.

"Shenxiao Mountain is currently in dire need of manpower, and everything is waiting to be rebuilt. Now that you have returned to the Foundation Establishment stage and your foundation is even stronger than before, you should work with the other outer sect elders to assist in handling the general affairs of the peak."

Practice diligently on a regular basis to solidify your foundation.

Within the Primordial Sect, cultivation realm is paramount; achieving the Core Formation as early as possible is the true path.

After thinking for a moment, Xu Yunfan continued, "You cultivate the Mountain Suppressing Demon Scripture, practice the Thousand Mountains and Ten Thousand Peaks Technique, and seek the Immovable Profound Mountain Dao Fruit. Have you made any progress yet?"

Chu Chengnan said solemnly, "Now that I have refined the Immortal Golden Nature, I am just waiting for the right opportunity."

Xu Yunfan nodded slightly.

Chu Chengnan spoke frankly, which made Xu Yunfan feel relieved.

If Chu Chengnan tries to hide his intentions, Xu Yunfan will take him in, but he will definitely not pay too much attention to him.

Chu Chengnan had failed to break through to the Golden Core stage before, and his Dao Foundation was shattered and then rebuilt. His potential might not be as great as it used to be, but his shrewd experience and perfect Foundation Establishment cultivation gave him a great chance of attaining the Fruit stage.

"Alright, when you need proof, just let me know. From now on, you can stay at Shenxiao Mountain."

This promise, coming from the mouth of the True Lord, was already an immense favor, and Chu Chengnan was naturally overjoyed.

"Yes! I will obey the True Lord's decree! Cheng Nan will certainly perform his duties diligently and dare not slacken!"

Chu Chengnan's voice trembled as a huge weight was lifted from his heart, filling him with relief and gratitude for the recognition.

He was taking a risk by appearing this time. If Xu Yunfan refused him out of consideration for their past relationship, then once he left the gate of Shenxiao Mountain, many enemies would probably come looking for him the next moment.

"There is indeed one thing to do afterward. After that, I will try to seek the gold to prove my Dao."

The Immovable Mysterious Mountain Dao Fruit ranks in the lower middle among the 108 Heavenly Gang and Earthly Fiend Dao Fruits, and belongs to the Earth element in the Five Elements theory.

It is neither high nor low in the earth element.

But once it is attained, it is also the Golden Elixir.

"Yes!"

Xu Yunfan nodded slightly, indicating that he could step down.

Chu Chengnan bowed again, then respectfully took a few steps back, turned and left the main hall of Shenxiao Palace, his steps becoming lighter.

Sunlight streamed in from outside the hall, illuminating his slightly reddened eyes—a look of relief at finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel after enduring hardship.

Chu Chengnan's return was just a small episode in Shenxiao Mountain.

(There should be another chapter later)
(End of this chapter)