I Shall Be Everlasting In the World of Immortals 426

## Chapter 421: Three Fair Ladies, Willing to Be Sisters-in-law

A thousand miles away from Gutian Immortal City, lies a medium-sized oasis called Fangcao, blessed with a decent third-order spirit vein.

Fangcao Oasis is home to only one cultivation power, the Xuan Yin Ge (玄音阁), a renowned music sect under the Outer Sect Alliance and famous throughout Feng Yuan Kingdom.

Xuan Yin Ge’s fame stems not only from the beauty of its top cultivator, the first female Nascent Soul cultivator, Ni Yue Xianzi (霓月仙子), but also from its “Miao Yin Lou (妙音楼),” established in various immortal cities and larger oases.

Miao Yin Lou has always been Xuan Yin Ge’s most lucrative business.

The female music cultivators within the tower are captivating and elegant. Their masterful musical skills refine the soul, purify the heart, and aid in breaking through mental barriers and bottlenecks.

Officially, Miao Yin Lou’s female music masters sell their art, not their bodies. However, if the “sincerity” is strong enough, and both parties are willing, they can also enjoy the company of the outer female music cultivators.

Those who enjoy this privilege become the talk of the town, the envy of others.

However, Miao Yin Lou is a high-end entertainment venue in the cultivation world, unaffordable for the poor cultivators.

Inside the Grand Elder’s subworld at Xuan Yin Ge, a woman in a palace robe, approximately thirty years old, elegant and beautiful, her hair adorned with ribbons, exuded a refined and elegant aura.

“Jiang Shimei (江师妹), has the news from the Poison Dragon Swamp been confirmed?”

“Xiao Shijie (萧师姐), while our Miao Yin Lou has been suppressed and ostracized by the Poison Dragon Swamp, our influence there is limited. However, with multiple intelligence organizations vouching for it, the news of Shen Lao Gui (沈老怪) being killed by a mysterious Nascent Soul has been confirmed. With the Poison Dragon Swamp falling, everyone is pushing it down. The spirit vein has been partially divided, downgraded to third-order, its high-ranking officials split, and some have fled to the territory of the two sects.”

Jiang Ruo Tong, dressed in a white gown, had a graceful and refined appearance. Her skin was white, and her long hair black, but she was serious and expressionless.

Currently, Jiang Xianzi is the sect leader of Xuan Yin Ge, while Ni Yue Xianzi has stepped down as the Grand Elder.

“Karma is a bitch. Justice is served!”

Xiao Ni Yue smiled faintly, her joy obvious. She gracefully stood up, took out a bottle of her treasured wine, and shared it with Jiang Xianzi in celebration.

For nearly a hundred years, Xuan Yin Ge had been thriving under the secret support of the Grand Master. The Miao Yin Lou industry had been going smoothly.

However, they encountered suppression within the Poison Dragon Swamp’s faction in the Outer Sect Alliance. They claimed that Xuan Yin Ge collected intelligence, acting as an intelligence agent for the Snow Mountain Holy Land in Feng Yuan Kingdom.

This led some forces to follow suit, forcing Miao Yin Lou to close down in some cities and oases, or pay higher dividends.

Especially in recent decades, the Poison Dragon Swamp’s influence has grown stronger, causing Xuan Yin Ge’s businesses in the Outer Sect Alliance area to shrink, and profits to decline.

“This mysterious Nascent Soul, I wonder who they are. They killed Shen Lao Xie (沈老邪), and even the Nascent Soul didn’t escape? It is said that Grand Master Zhong has always been afraid of Shen Lao Xie and didn’t dare to personally leave Feng Yuan Kingdom to fight him.”

Xiao Ni Yue’s voice was like pearls falling, her moonlit eyes filled with curiosity and longing.

In the cultivation world, Nascent Soul cultivators control the wind and rain, and every move they make can change the regional landscape, influencing the fate of countless forces and ordinary cultivators.

Such powerful figures naturally command respect and inspire longing and admiration from those on their side.

Jiang Xianzi took a sip of spirit wine, her snow-white face calm and unruffled, adding, “The largest intelligence organization in the Outer Sect Alliance, ‘Huang Sha’ (黄沙), speculates that the Nascent Soul might be related to the hidden mysterious force, ‘Qing Long Hui (青龙会).’”

“Qing Long Hui?”

Ni Yue Xianzi looked unusual, her moon-shaped cup rippling, spilling a little wine.

She was briefly absentminded, lost in thought, displaying a look of memory, a mix of anticipation and solitude.

Jiang Xianzi pondered for a moment, then smiled faintly, “Shijie, you wouldn’t think that the Qing Long Hui and the mysterious Nascent Soul are related to the one who disappeared a hundred years ago, would you?”

Qing Long Hui was a mysterious organization, with very few knowing about it. The little that is known about them in the intelligence world is enough to make everyone wary.

“Sigh, can’t you let Shijie indulge in some beautiful imagination?”

Xiao Ni Yue pulled herself out of her thoughts, rolled her eyes at Jiang Xianzi, and chided her.

Jiang Xianzi remained silent for a moment, then thought about her first encounter with Mr. Xu two hundred years ago, and how he rescued her. Later, during a crisis, Mr. Xu revealed his power as a late-stage Core Formation cultivator, killing Fang Zhen and others. He also healed her from unconsciousness and serious injuries.

At that time, Jiang Xianzi developed feelings for Mr. Xu. Unfortunately, before it could bloom, it was cut short by Ni Yue Xianzi, who refused to let them interact.

Later, after knowing the reason, Xiao Ni Yue saw Mr. Xu’s irresponsible nature and didn’t want Jiang Xianzi to be with the wrong person, so she intervened.

Xiao Ni Yue herself had a romantic relationship with Mr. Xu, albeit under the guise of attracting a patron and sacrificing herself.

“Although Mr. Xu is irresponsible and has disappeared for a hundred years, he owes neither you nor Xuan Yin Ge anything. At least you had a beautiful past with someone you admired and liked, Shijie…”

Jiang Xianzi sighed softly in her heart.

While there was some regret and resentment, she couldn’t blame Xiao Shijie. Xiao Shijie had a good eye for men and didn’t want her to get hurt.

For instance, Qiu Xianzi, who had been with Grand Master Zhong for a while, was later proven to have been deceived. Grand Master Zhong only offered her a concubine status, while also trying to indirectly control Xuan Yin Ge through Qiu Xianzi, aiming to infiltrate and influence the Outer Sect Alliance.

After realizing the truth, Qiu Xianzi became disheartened and increasingly cold and aloof.

…

After Jiang Xianzi left, only Xiao Ni Yue remained in the bedroom.

Having had a bit too much to drink today, Xiao Ni Yue was slightly tipsy, her cheeks flushed, her body soft and delicate.

She stretched out her arms, lazily lying on the jade bed. As she turned, her palace dress loosened, revealing her curvaceous and well-proportioned figure.

“Drinking too much high-grade spirit wine can also damage your body.”

A gentle and familiar male voice suddenly sounded in her ear.

Who is it?!

Xiao Ni Yue was startled, her face turning pale, all tipsiness gone. She instinctively activated her protective aura.

Until she saw the white-clothed man sitting by the bed, the familiar voice, the familiar face.

After a hundred years, the man remained eternally youthful and handsome; only a few strands of silver mixed in his black hair, giving him an aura of weathered grandeur, as if he had experienced the ups and downs of time.

In Xuan Yin Ge back then, Xiao Ni Yue was the only cultivator who knew Lu Chang An’s (陆长安) identity and had seen his true appearance.

Moreover, when Lu Chang An returned to Liang Kingdom, he had once taken Ni Yue Xianzi back with him to find his lost fellow disciples, including Liu Qing Yan and others.

“You…”

They looked at each other for a few moments, a brief silence hanging between them.

Perhaps it was because they had been apart for so long, their emotional memories had faded, buried deep within their hearts. Seeing each other again, they didn’t feel the expected warmth and familiarity, but a shyness and estrangement.

“It’s been a hundred years since we last saw each other. I thought you had died in some corner.”

Xiao Ni Yue’s voice was tinged with resentment, her tone tinged with a soft scolding, unwilling to acknowledge Lu Chang An.

“What, Xiao Xianzi (萧仙子) doesn’t seem to welcome Lu’s return to see you?”

Lu Chang An sat next to her, relaxed and smiling.

“Lu Dao You (陆道友) came back too late.”

Xiao Ni Yue turned her head away, her pretty face still flushed with a hint of wine, a mix of anger and resentment. She didn’t want to pay attention to Lu Chang An.

“This one is now old and faded. I spend my days in seclusion, immersed in my musical art, cultivating my character. I have no desires and no ambitions. I’m afraid I don’t suit Lu Dao You’s tastes anymore.”

“Xiao Xianzi, there’s no need to be so humble. The image of Liang Kingdom’s most beautiful woman will always be etched in Lu’s heart. Even today, your charm remains undiminished.”

Lu Chang An looked at Ni Yue Xianzi, admiringly.

As a female music cultivator, Ni Yue Xianzi had kept herself looking youthful, and she hadn’t stopped taking beauty and longevity pills. As a result, even though she was older than Lu Chang An, she was still more beautiful and elegant than most Nascent Soul female cultivators.

Time was merciless, and perhaps she was slightly less radiant than during her prime. But the current Xiao Xianzi was even more full and mature, her curves were voluptuous and smooth, her skin as white and tender as if it could be squeezed out water.

“It’s good you have some conscience! You remembered the promise you made when you left, achieved Nascent Soul, and remembered this one. You came back to visit.”

Xiao Ni Yue’s clear eyes were slightly red. She didn’t act coy or dramatic.

She turned, embracing Lu Chang An, her voice gentle and melodious as she whispered.

Ni Yue Xianzi had been following the news from the Dao Guardian Alliance and knew about Chang Qing Zhen Ren’s return.

“Lu’s ability to ascend to Nascent Soul is thanks to you, Ni Yue. Your ‘Shen Meng Bai Nian (神梦百年)’ helped me gain a deeper understanding of the Dao, which was a great help in overcoming the tribulation of the heart demon.”

Lu Chang An wrapped his arms around Xiao Xianzi’s waist, speaking softly.

These words were slightly exaggerated, a way to rekindle their old acquaintance, dispel the sense of estrangement, and bridge the gap in their status.

“This one’s ‘Dream Kiss’ is nothing compared to Ao Yue Palace’s Xia Xianzi’s ‘Tai Yin Yu Ye (太阴玉液).’ How can this one compare with Xia Xianzi’s youthful beauty and top-notch talent.”

Xiao Ni Yue snorted, expressing some dissatisfaction, but without any genuine reproach.

She willingly leaned her full figure against Lu Chang An, enjoying his warmth, her eyes brimming with tenderness.

“Xia Xianzi is aloof and solitary. She is nowhere near as considerate and gentle as Ni Yue.”

Lu Chang An spoke the truth. When he took the ‘Tai Yin Yu Ye’ from Xia Wen Yue back then, the woman was cold and aloof, completely passive, letting him do whatever he wanted. There was no interaction or fun.

“You’re just saying that.”

Xiao Ni Yue lightly scolded, but she was actually very confident in her own musical charm.

In terms of understanding men, attraction, seduction, and communication, she was superior to Xia Xianzi.

“Lu Zhen Jun (陆真君), you have been gone for a hundred years. This one has worried so much, unable to eat or sleep. What are you planning to do to make it up to this one?”

“How would you like me to make it up to you?”

Lu Chang An chuckled, feeling a sense of déjà vu.

They had clearly parted ways without owing anything to each other. Why did they always want him to make up for it when they met again?

“This one, hasn’t enjoyed the service of a Nascent Soul Zhen Jun yet?”

Xiao Ni Yue’s jade-like face glowed, her moonlit eyes sparkled, alluring but not demonic, captivating.

“Bold! This Zhen Jun has ascended to Nascent Soul. How can I ever submit to anyone?”

Lu Chang An’s voice was stern, his Nascent Soul aura subtly present.

Xiao Ni Yue’s pretty face turned pale in fright.

Then she giggled, her body trembling, her curves undulating.

Lu Chang An withdrew his aura, sighing. He understood this woman’s need for this kind of sense of accomplishment.

It goes without saying that Core Formation male cultivators feel a sense of accomplishment when they are intimate with a Nascent Soul female cultivator.

The same psychology applies to women. For example, a divorced woman with children who conquers a domineering CEO at her company naturally experiences a sense of accomplishment.

Lu Chang An stood up, stood in front of the jade bed, and bent down to help Ni Yue Xianzi take off her shoes, revealing her blue-green silk socks, outlining her graceful arch.

After taking off her socks, Lu Chang An held her delicate lotus feet, which felt icy and smooth, each toe slender and crystal clear.

Lu Chang An’s actions didn’t stop. He continued up her legs, along her long slender calves, towards her waist, helping Xiao Ni Yue loosen her belt and dress.

“In this life, to be remembered by Lu Lang (陆郎) for a hundred years, this one has no regrets!”

Xiao Ni Yue’s eyelashes fluttered as she smiled in relief. She didn’t really let Lu Chang An serve her.

She gracefully got up, kneeling on the jade bed, holding Lu Chang An’s waist and buttocks, helping him take off his robe, serving him tenderly and thoughtfully.

The sun set, the moon rose, the tide ebbed and flowed.

In the Grand Elder’s subworld at Xuan Yin Ge, shadows danced in the moonlight, figures blurred, occasionally accompanied by beautiful music.

…

Three days later, dawn broke once more.

After a hundred years of reunion, Lu Chang An and Xiao Ni Yue spent their nights talking, reminiscing, and discussing the Dao, forgetting about everything else.

“Lu Lang, was the death of the Poison Dragon Swamp’s Nascent Soul Elder related to you?”

Xiao Ni Yue, wearing a green silk dress, her face rosy, personally brewed Lu Chang An some iced tea.

She wrinkled her nose slightly and discreetly waved her hand, gathering the scattered socks, shoes, palace dress, inner robe, hairpins, and ribbons. She used a spell to clean the room.

“That’s right. Shen Lao Xie was killed by Lu. Only the Grand Master knows about this in Feng Yuan Kingdom. You have to keep it a secret, don’t reveal my identity.”

Lu Chang An admitted readily.

Despite her mental preparation, Xiao Ni Yue was moved.

Lu Chang An returned to the Dao Guardian Alliance and defeated and killed Hei Yu Zhen Ren’s body, and it seemed that his power was even more terrifying than she had imagined.

“Here is a primary medicine for Nascent Soul cultivation, a third-order longevity pill, some breakthrough pills, two puppets, and a few talismans.”

Lu Chang An took out a storage bag and placed it on the table.

Xiao Ni Yue’s face changed slightly, her beautiful eyebrows furrowed, and she pursed her lips. Ultimately, she didn’t refuse.

A hundred years ago, when Lu Chang An left, he had owed nothing to Xuan Yin Ge. He had helped them by solving their hidden enemies, and he had also asked the Grand Master to watch over them.

She had long realized that Lu Chang An and the Grand Master were similar in their approach to love, but they also differed greatly.

While Lu Chang An was also irresponsible and didn’t give anyone a title, he was honest, never deceived anyone, and never owed anyone.

“Ni Yue has taken a third-order longevity pill. These items in the bag are precious. For the future of Xuan Yin Ge, this one will accept them with gratitude.”

Xiao Ni Yue accepted the gift, bowing deeply, her loose hair almost reaching the ground.

“These are all resources I don’t need.”

Lu Chang An waved his hand nonchalantly.

After killing Shen Lao Gui, his wealth had increased even further, after all, he was the sole beneficiary of the spoils.

When he killed Hei Yu Zhen Ren that day, the other’s Nascent Soul escaped, so he couldn’t get his storage items.

In the battle of the seven Zhen Ren in the Central Domain of the Great Abyss, Lu Chang An and Jing Wu Feng basically split the spoils.

If Xiao Ni Yue hadn’t been so old, Lu Chang An would have considered cultivating her to Nascent Soul, as the ‘Yin Yang Twin Cauldrons Technique’ was more suited to her.

The Chang Qing Technique had no follow-up techniques and its cultivation efficiency was low.

Although the ‘Yin Yang Twin Cauldrons Technique’ couldn’t change the constraints of time, it could improve cultivation efficiency, at least better than simply accumulating spiritual energy.

Xiao Ni Yue was older than Lu Chang An, having missed the ideal time to become a Nascent Soul.

She was not an immortal Core Formation or a half-step Core Formation. At this age, becoming a Nascent Soul was a long shot and extremely risky.

Even if she failed at the step of shattering her core and transforming it into a Nascent Soul, she wouldn’t have to die in the tribulation, but she would suffer backlash, resulting in serious damage to her spiritual energy and a shortened lifespan.

“By the way, Ni Yue, how did you know the secrets of Ao Yue Palace in Feng Guo (烽国) when you are in Feng Yuan Kingdom?”

Lu Chang An felt something was amiss and asked directly.

Back then, he had taken Xia Wen Yue’s ‘Tai Yin Yu Ye.’ Ao Yue Palace’s high-ranking officials had covered up the scandal, only insiders knew about it.

Xiao Ni Yue smiled mysteriously and explained, “Chu Kingdom’s Wu Ya Dian’s (无涯殿) Si Tu Lan (司徒阑) had secretly visited Feng Yuan Kingdom a few years ago. He paid a visit, offering a large sum to ask this one to play the ancient music, using the Dao of music to help him overcome his heart demon.”

“Oh? Was there any effect?”

“With this one’s musical attainment, there was some effect, but the final result also depends on him.”

Then Xiao Ni Yue giggled apologetically, “After performing, this one learned that in a way, he was Lu Zhen Jun’s rival in love.”

“It’s fine!”

Lu Chang An didn’t mind. “If the Dao Guardian Alliance has one more Nascent Soul, it will be beneficial to the situation of the war with the demonic path. Lu has a bit of magnanimity.”

“Moreover, he’s not really a rival in love.”

…

That afternoon.

The Grand Master, possessing the spirit of the Elder Snow Pine, paid a secret visit to Xuan Yin Ge.

Lu Chang An didn’t appear in public at Xuan Yin Ge, but stayed in his guest room, talking to the Grand Master for a while, and received his reward.

The reward included the magical treasure, ‘Gui Zhu Ju Ling Wang (鬼蛛拘灵网),’ a jade token from a master alchemist, a jade slip map of the territory of the two sects, and four-order spirit bamboo, a specialty of the Snowy Mountains, and several pieces of Snow Mountain spirit ore.

The final reward was even better than what was agreed upon.

After delivering the package, the Grand Master wanted to meet the Qiu Xianzi of Xuan Yin Ge. He paused for a moment in front of her subworld.

“I don’t want to see you.”

Qiu Xianzi’s voice from inside the subworld was cold and serene.

Back then, she had been deceived and exploited by the Grand Master. His purpose was to contact and understand Mr. Xu at the time, and to some extent control Xuan Yin Ge, influencing and infiltrating the Outer Sect Alliance.

In that relationship, the Grand Master seemed gentle and elegant, but in fact, he was condescending, treating it as a casual fling, using her as a pawn.

When they parted ways, the Grand Master didn’t show any regret, and he never reached out to her.

Qiu Xianzi still had some hope, but eventually she became disheartened and depressed for a long time.

The Grand Master, who was rejected, remained calm and didn’t force her.

But as he was leaving, the Grand Master sent a voice transmission, which caused Qiu Xianzi’s mood to fluctuate.

The Grand Master actually promised that he was willing to marry her as his official consort.

Qiu Xianzi was shocked and incredulous.

Many years ago, she had only wanted to be the Grand Master’s concubine, having some freedom in her relationship, without involving the interests of Xuan Yin Ge. It was a luxury.

But the Grand Master’s voice transmission just now, promising her a wife’s position, without any demands.

…

In a pavilion at Xuan Yin Ge’s mountain gate, Xiao Ni Yue, Jiang Xianzi, and Qiu Xianzi were gathered together.

“Strange! When did the Grand Master become so easygoing? Normally, a Core Formation female cultivator would consider it an honor to be his consort.”

Jiang Xianzi frowned in confusion.

Qiu Xianzi shook her head, “Shimei, I can’t figure it out either, that’s why I asked for advice from two Shijie.”

Only Xiao Ni Yue’s eyes sparkled, and she vaguely guessed the Grand Master’s intentions.

“Qiu Shimei, don’t think too much about it. If something seems too good to be true, it must be a trick. If he’s suddenly so generous, there must be a scheme that you don’t know about.”

Xiao Ni Yue didn’t want to reveal too much, and she solemnly warned Qiu Xianzi not to fall for it again.

“Yes.”

Qiu Xianzi nodded, her expression serene, her slightly raised eyebrows making her seem aloof and proud.

The Grand Master’s voice transmission just now had only given her a promise, without any apology or explanation, as if it were a gift from a superior being.

She had her own pride, and she wouldn’t fall for it a second time.

Qiu Xianzi didn’t give it much thought and returned to her subworld.

“Shijie, did Mr. Xu return?”

Jiang Xianzi’s eyes were sharp as she stared at Xiao Ni Yue, who appeared calm and nonchalant.

“Well! Jiang Shimei is clever and perceptive. You’re quick on the uptake.”

Xiao Ni Yue was surprised.

Jiang Xianzi smiled faintly, “The Grand Master’s last approach to Xuan Yin Ge, his relationship with Qiu Shimei, was all because of Mr. Xu.”

“Moreover, today, looking at Shijie’s rosy complexion, vibrant spirit, and carefree heart.”

“Pah! Your wings have grown since you’ve been the sect leader, haven’t they? When will you ascend to late-stage Core Formation so that you can have the right to laugh at Shijie.”

Xiao Ni Yue’s pretty face flushed slightly, and she reprimanded her in a serious tone.

Xiao Ni Yue told Jiang Xianzi to keep it a secret, and not to reveal Lu Chang An’s whereabouts.

“Jiang Shimei, do you want to meet Mr. Xu?”

Since Jiang Ruo Tong knew, Xiao Ni Yue had a change of heart and decided to take advantage of the situation.

“Didn’t Shijie stop me from interacting with Mr. Xu back then?”

Jiang Ruo Tong’s heart skipped a beat, but she maintained a calm facade.

“Shijie’s lifespan is only about a hundred years left. You are younger, you can give Xu Xian Sheng (徐先生) your one-time ‘Shen Meng Qian Nian (神梦千年).’ With his current realm, if you engage in a spiritual connection, it will benefit you greatly. Breaking through to late-stage Core Formation will be a piece of cake.”

Jiang Xianzi hesitated, “Ruo Tong is not a casual person. Is this your intention, Shijie, or…”

“It’s Shijie’s intention.”

Xiao Ni Yue no longer prevented Jiang Xianzi from being with Lu Chang An.

If there was such a relationship, after she died, Xuan Yin Ge would continue to benefit from Lu Zhen Jun’s favor.

Jiang Xianzi heard this, bit her lower lip, as if she was struggling, but finally shook her head slightly.

Xiao Ni Yue sighed, not forcing her.

She took out a porcelain bottle and said, “Here is a breakthrough pill for late-stage Core Formation. Its quality is higher than the ones commonly found in the Eastern Qing Domain. You can try to break through again later.”

…

That night, in the Grand Elder’s subworld.

Xiao Ni Yue told Lu Chang An about what had happened during the day.

Lu Chang An smiled, he didn’t expect the Grand Master to be so willing to be his “brother-in-law.”

Xiao Ni Yue also mentioned Jiang Ruo Tong, who could give Lu Chang An her ‘Shen Meng Qian Nian.’ If she was willing, then she could persuade Jiang Xianzi.

Lu Chang An shook his head, indicating that he wasn’t that kind of casual person.

Intimate relations should also be about fate, they should happen naturally, not be forced.

…

A few days later, Lu Chang An and Xiao Ni Yue formally said goodbye.

During this time, he met Jiang Xianzi and Qiu Xianzi as Xu Xian Sheng, both of whom were given a gag order.

Taking this opportunity, Lu Chang An also gave guidance to the three female cultivators, a good deed for the sake of their acquaintance.

Of the three Core Formation cultivators, Qiu Xianzi was the youngest and had the most potential, but it was difficult for her to become a Nascent Soul in the vicinity of Feng Yuan Kingdom.

Before setting off, Lu Chang An made a divination and told Xiao Ni Yue, “After I leave, if any juniors come and ask about my whereabouts. You can tell them that if they have the chance, they can go to Xiao Gui Feng (小龟峰) in Wu Qi Shan (巫祁山) in Liang Kingdom, which might help their cultivation.”

(End of chapter)

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