Cultivating Immortality: Beginning with Blessings from the Immortals

Chen Yi turned to look into the inner room, where Wu Yifeng was fast asleep on the bed.

"Senior Sister Ruan, Senior Brother Wu is sleeping. Is there anything I can help you with?" Chen Yi asked.

Ruan Yiqiu smiled wryly upon hearing this and replied:

"We're going to visit the city lord tomorrow, Junior Brother Chen, let's go together."

Upon hearing this, Chen Yi looked puzzled, and Ruan Yiqiu explained the whole story.

It turns out that the city lord is a descendant of Qingyue Zhenren's friend, and Qingyue Zhenren would usually send disciples to take care of them.

Since Chen Yi, Ruan Yiqiu, and others happened to be passing through Huangyang City, they were naturally sent there to investigate.

Chen Yi readily agreed, chatted with Ruan Yiqiu for a few moments, and was about to turn around and rest when Ruan Yiqiu called him back.

"Junior Brother Chen, I have a secret treasure that can help you stabilize the injury caused by the backlash to your divine sense."

"Are you free now? Can we go outside together?" Ruan Yiqiu asked.

Chen Yi naturally did not refuse upon hearing this, and left the hotel with Ruan Yiqiu.

The two affixed invisibility talismans and rode their flying magical artifacts to a tall building. From the top of the building, they could overlook the entire Huangyang City.

Looking down at the brightly lit city below, Chen Yi felt a surge of emotion.

Ruan Yiqiu took out a small and exquisite jade zither from her bosom, and after infusing it with spiritual energy, it immediately floated in mid-air.

"This is the Mingyu Yehua Qin, originally a secret treasure used to assist in the cultivation of divine sense techniques."

"But for you, it can also heal some of your injuries and help stabilize your consciousness," Ruan Yiqiu said with a smile.

The Mingyu Yehua Qin requires a secret technique to activate and also needs to absorb the essence of the moon.

Ruan Yiqiu had Chen Yi sit down on a flat surface, and then urged Mingyu Yehua Qin to play.

In an instant, bursts of soft, white and yellow light erupted from the jade zither, instantly enveloping Chen Yi.

Chen Yi felt a cool energy enveloping his body. He immediately activated the Profound Origin Concentration Technique and used the Bright Jade Night Flower Qin to repair his consciousness.

An hour passes in the blink of an eye.

The light emanating from Mingyu Yehuaqin, which had been floating in mid-air, receded and was stored in Ruan Yiqiu's storage bag.

Chen Yi slowly opened his eyes and leaped up.

He exhaled a breath of stale air, feeling refreshed and much of the oppressive feeling that had been weighing on his mind dissipated.

Chen Yi immediately clasped his hands in a fist and bowed, saying:

"Thank you so much for your help, Senior Sister Ruan. I feel much better now."

Ruan Yiqiu smiled and pulled Chen Yi along as they piloted the flying artifact back the way they came.

"Junior Brother Chen, you and Miss Deng seem to have a good relationship. She appears to be the daughter of the Pavilion Master of the Hundred Treasures Pavilion. How did you two meet?" Ruan Yiqiu asked.

Chen Yi's expression shifted, wondering why Ruan Yiqiu was interested in this.

He only told the other person that they met by chance and gradually became friends. Upon hearing this, Ruan Yiqiu's face flashed with a strange expression, but she changed the subject and continued chatting with Chen Yi.

Before long, the two returned to the inn.

As Chen Yi watched Ruan Yiqiu's departing figure, a strange feeling stirred within him.

With his keen intellect, he immediately sensed that Ruan Yiqiu probably harbored some romantic feelings for him. Chen Yi then recalled Deng Liangyu's attitude towards him and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

His consciousness is currently damaged, and he has not yet broken through to the Foundation Establishment stage.

He had absolutely no romantic feelings for men and women, and besides, there were forces secretly plotting to murder him.

Chen Yi returned to his room and fell into a deep sleep on the bed.

The next day, early in the morning.

Chen Yi washed, dressed, and got ready before waking up Wu Yifeng, who was still fast asleep.

Wu Yifeng slowly woke up, and seeing that it was still early, he wanted to sleep a little longer.

"Senior brother, Senior Sister Ruan and I are going to the City Lord's Mansion to meet the City Lord, and we need to go with her," Chen Yi said.

Upon hearing this, Wu Yifeng had no choice but to sit up from the bed and immediately begin to wash and groom himself.

The two left the room and found that Ruan Yiqiu, Deng Liangyu, and others were already having breakfast in the hall. Chen Yi and Wu Yifeng greeted everyone and sat down to eat breakfast as well.

A moment later, Ruan Yiqiu led everyone straight to the city lord's mansion.

The Huangyang City Lord's Mansion is located in the city center and is normally guarded by the city's guards. Only a select few high-ranking officials and dignitaries are allowed to enter.

Chen Yi gazed at the imposing vermilion gate ahead and couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.

Two white marble lions stand guard on either side, exuding majesty and solemnity.

The thick, tall, grey-white walls of the mansion were adorned with numerous intricate runes. Armored soldiers patrolled and guarded both sides, showcasing the extravagance and majesty of the city's ruler.

Ruan Yiqiu led the group straight to the city lord's mansion gate, and the guard commander immediately led his soldiers forward.

She took out a jade pendant from her bosom, handed it to the other person, and said:

"Please inform the city lord that an old friend has come to visit."

Seeing Chen Yi and his entourage's imposing presence, the guard commander naturally did not underestimate them and immediately returned to the city lord's mansion to report.

A moment later, hurried footsteps could be heard from inside the city lord's mansion.

The courtyard gate opened, and a middle-aged man with a beard and hair in his fifties and a refined appearance, dressed in a brocade robe, came out with his wife and guards.

Upon seeing Chen Yi and the others, he immediately showed a respectful expression.

Just as City Lord Zhou Song was about to speak, Ruan Yiqiu's voice rang clearly in his ears.

"We are cultivators from the Heavenly Spirit Sect. We do not wish to reveal our identities here, so please cooperate, City Lord."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Song immediately realized what was going on and smiled:

"So, we have distinguished guests! Please, everyone!"

Zhou Song waved his hand behind him, and his family members and guards lined up on both sides. He led Ruan Yiqiu and the others into the city lord's mansion.

After the mansion gates closed, Zhou Song immediately dismissed his attendants and led Chen Yi and the others alone to the back.

The group passed through layers of courtyards and the long corridor led them to the inner courtyard of the city lord's mansion.

"Please come in, everyone." Zhou Song stepped aside, letting everyone enter a small courtyard.

Chen Yi looked ahead and saw that the courtyard was quiet and elegant.

Zhou Song led everyone into the main hall, immediately clasped his hands in a salute, and said:

"Zhou Song, Lord of Huangyang City, pays his respects to all the immortal masters."

Ruan Yiqiu slightly raised her hand, and spiritual energy instantly supported Zhou Song's body as she spoke:

"Lord Zhou, there's no need for such formalities. We are here on the orders of our master, True Person Qingyue."

Zhou Song looked respectful and immediately asked everyone to sit down, while having his wife personally brew tea for them.

"Lord of the city, these are some longevity and health-preserving pills. I am handing them over to you on behalf of my master."

Several porcelain bottles floated out of the storage bag and instantly flew to Zhou Song's side.

Zhou Song's face lit up with ecstasy. He reached out and pulled the porcelain bottle into his arms, thanking him repeatedly.

"Alright, Lord Zhou."

"We are just passing through and will leave tomorrow," Ruan Yiqiu said calmly.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Song seemed to have thought of something and immediately stepped forward and said:

"Esteemed Immortal Masters, my son's wedding is in two days. I wonder if any of you would be willing to stay and attend?"

Just as Ruan Yiqiu was about to refuse, the door opened leisurely.

Several figures entered carrying teapots, teacups, and snacks.

Seeing this, Zhou Song smiled and introduced the group to everyone:

"Esteemed immortals, Madam has prepared tea and refreshments for you. These two are my son and his fiancée."

When Chen Yi saw the two people behind Madam Zhou Song, his expression immediately turned to surprise.

"Wei Xueqing! What is she doing here?!" Chen Yi was shocked.