The End of the Immortal Path

Chapter 158 Just a man who stays up all night
Jiang Man is the top student in the three hospitals.

His reputation has long surpassed that of the Seventh, Eighth, and Ninth Academies, and all the other members of the Three Academies.

No matter how brilliant other geniuses are, none can outshine Jiang Man.

Although many people disagree and always point out other geniuses, none of them are as good as Jiang Man.

Some people even said that Jiang Man was number one because he hadn't met Wei Ran and the others.

In fact, Wei Ran and his group should be thankful that they didn't run into Jiang Man.

Bai Fan was in despair because he had encountered Jiang Man.

If Jiang Man were from the Sixth Hospital, he wouldn't be in such despair now.

When No. 210 became famous, it was at the Ninth People's Hospital.

The Eighth Hospital completely overwhelmed the Fifth Hospital, leaving them utterly powerless to fight back.

Now, who in the Seventh Hospital dares to fight him?

Only Jiang Yingcai and the others.

At this moment, Jiang Yingcai and the others looked at Bai Fan and said, "I remember you are a genius with a very high ranking. You should be qualified to enter the first, second, and third academies for challenges, right?"

"Yes, there is." Bai Fan nodded.

“Then let’s challenge Jiang Man together,” Duan Wu reassured him. “You have a chance; based on our calculations, you should have a 40% chance of winning.”

However, Bai Fan smiled and said, "No, although I am strong, I cannot obtain secret techniques from the first, second, and third academies, so I have decided to stay in the fourth academy and compete for first place. There you can get almost anything."

The two were unwilling to accept it.

“Actually, you can look at it from a positive perspective. There are countless strong individuals in the first, second, and third academies, and Jiang Man is not invincible. It’s impossible for the situation in the seventh, eighth, and ninth academies to happen. He can’t challenge everyone by himself,” Bai Fan said.

Of course, since neither of these two had experience participating in the annual rankings across departments, they didn't know that the geniuses would first challenge the lowest-ranked departments.

In short, these two things, which were the first to be addressed, can be considered as fulfilling their dreams.

He could only compete for first place in the fourth, fifth, and sixth colleges with tears in his eyes.

The road ahead is smooth.

The news that Jiang Man was going to jump directly to the First, Second and Third Hospitals spread very quickly. Although the application was still in progress, it was rare for someone from the Third Hospital to be admitted to the First Hospital.

This application is almost guaranteed to be successful.

Those who knew Jiang Man was number 210 understood that success was inevitable.

The news brought joy to some and sorrow to others.

Some insiders at the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Hospitals were delighted.

Because only they know how terrifying Jiang Man is.

Most people felt that Jiang Man overestimated himself.

The Third Academy is the best, but the Seventh, Eighth, and Ninth Academies are the weakest.

Once you reach the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment, you can basically dominate all three academies.

By the time you reach the fourth, fifth, or sixth ward, the middle stage is nothing special.

The number of people in the later stages was also quite large.

As for the first, second, and third courtyards, those are the places where those who have reached the Foundation Establishment stage gather.

Only the Third Academy still has a later stage; the First and Second Academies are basically all at the Foundation Establishment stage.

Such a forced challenge is likely to result in frustration.

The ones who are naturally worried are Jiang Yingcai and Gao Rong.

Gao Rong walked on the road to Chishui Peak, his face showing some hesitation.

He was promoted to the Third Hospital this year.

When Jiang Man entered the Ninth Academy, he had been in the sect for eight years and was in the Fifth Academy.

Two or three years have passed, and Jiang Man is now in the Seventh Hospital, while he is in the Third.

He thought he had just skipped the fourth, fifth, and sixth months and wouldn't have to run into Jiang Man.

To avoid losing face when confronted.

After all, Jiang Man was Xiao Gao's friend, and was almost ten years younger than him.

It's extremely embarrassing to be unable to beat him.

He couldn't even lift his head when he saw Xiao Gao, let alone mention that he had spoken ill of him and looked down on him.

I often think back to that time and wish I could slap myself.

Talkative and arrogant.

They look down on poor people from the same place.

In the end, he brought shame upon himself.

Now, the other party wants to participate in the annual competition with him, a situation that leaves him unsure of how to handle.

Just as he was sighing, Fang Yong found him.

First, they inquired about the competition rules of the First, Second, and Third Academies.

The First, Second, and Third Academies differ from the others in that their competitions are extremely large in scope, requiring everyone to participate.

The competition is extremely fierce, and good things will force everyone into a major battle.

Even if you don't want to go, someone will offer you a price to go.

Finally, Fang Yong nodded and offered 10,000.

It can help you out of your current predicament and may even give you a chance to get something good.

Gao Rong remained silent.

Is this guy really asking for such a high price?

Doesn't he know that ten thousand is actually a lot?

But the other party was no ordinary person either; they were ranked extremely high and had indeed helped him before.

At least pay them to do things.

After a brief hesitation, he agreed.

It was because of Fang Yong's advice that he had no choice but to walk on Chishui Peak Road.

I need to go find Xiao Gao.

Fang Yong's suggestion to him was to find Jiang Man through Xiao Gao and then find a way to team up with Jiang Man.

At first, he was unwilling, not because he was unwilling to team up with Jiang Man, but because he was unwilling to leave Xiao Gao's place.

Fang Yong told him that it was certainly possible for Xiao Pang not to leave, but Xiao Pang and Jiang Man had a close relationship, and since he was Xiao Pang's older brother, teaming up with Jiang Man would no longer be a monetary transaction.

Sometimes, a friendship requires a great deal of spiritual energy to buy.

But Gao Rong felt that since friendship was so precious, wouldn't it be a waste if Xiao Pang showed his friendship?

Fang Yong's answer was simple: just give him the spiritual energy; if he couldn't use it all up, he could handle the rest, and he guaranteed success.

It's definitely a transaction mixed with personal feelings.

Standing before Chishui Peak, Gao Rong let out a heavy sigh.

There was a time when he looked down on Xiao Gao.

But now they're asking to come here.

I've almost completely lost face in this lifetime.

The consequences of failing to recognize the situation.

Taking a deep breath, Gao Rong arrived at the small shop where Xiao Pang was. He found that the spiritual energy here was much stronger than before.

It's due to the placement of the elixir.

Business has improved compared to before, partly because the placement of the medicinal herbs has resulted in their good growth.

Of course, it is undeniable that the people who take care of it are very dedicated.

"Young Master Gao?" Luo Xuan was somewhat surprised to see the person who came.

Gao Rong nodded at Luo Xuan and asked, "Where's Xiao Gao?"

“Gao Yao is moving things inside,” Luo Xuan replied.

Gao Rong looked inside and then asked, "Have you made any progress?"

Upon hearing this, Luo Xuan was taken aback and felt a little nervous, but she still answered truthfully, "There has been no progress."

Gao Rong didn't care about this.

Whether there is progress or not is none of his business. It doesn't matter if the Luo family is unwilling or not. Whether this matter succeeds or fails, it has no impact whatsoever.

It mainly depends on Xiao Gao.

I'm afraid Xiao Gao might have some mental issues.

Luo Xuan, however, thought that the Gao family had run out of patience.

Seeing that the other party was nervous, Gao Rong said, "You don't need to think too much. How you get along is your own business. We don't pursue a fixed outcome."

Luo Xuan nodded.

Although they breathed a sigh of relief, the Luo family still relies on the Gao family for now.

Gao Jiaren has done everything he could for the best.

She herself is actually very lucky.

Even if you fail, you still have another chance.

"A guest?" Little Fatty came out carrying the medicinal herbs.

Upon seeing Gao Rong, he asked curiously, "Second Brother? What brings you here?" "I came to see you," Gao Rong replied somewhat awkwardly.

"Look at me?" Little Fatty was shocked. "When did Second Brother start caring about me?"

Gao Rong felt a little embarrassed by what was said, but still said, "I have something to tell you."

"What's wrong?" Little Fatty placed the elixir in its usual spot, looking puzzled.

Gao Rong glanced at Luo Xuan.

The latter immediately said, "Cheng Yu is looking for me, I have to go over there."

After everyone left, Little Fatty asked curiously, "Why did you have to send everyone away? Did something happen at home?"

"You like her?" Gao Rong asked.

Little Fatty immediately shook his head: "I like gentle, virtuous, cheerful, lively, and girlish girls, but most importantly, they can't compare to me. Miss Luo is too outstanding."

"Useless." Gao Rong shook his head.

“That’s what it means to be successful. People need to know their own limitations,” Little Fatty retorted.

He paused for a moment, then asked curiously, "Second Brother, what exactly did you come here to say?"

Gao Rong hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Are you familiar with Jiang Man?"

“Brother Jiang? That’s my own brother.” Little Fatty immediately said.

Gao Rong's face darkened, then he thought of his own situation and whispered, "I heard he's going to participate in the annual rankings of the First, Second, and Third Academies. Can... can I join his team?"

Towards the end, his voice was almost inaudible.

Little Fatty smiled in confusion: "Second Brother, what did you say? I didn't hear you."

"Didn't you hear what you were laughing at? Just tell me if it's okay or not." Gao Rong raised his voice.

do my best.

Even if we've lost face, can't we still fight for our rights?
Little Fatty laughed and said, "When Brother Jiang came back then, Second Brother didn't have this attitude."

“I admit I spoke too loudly back then, but I gave Lingyuan to him, and I will do the same this time,” Gao Rong said.

In response, Little Fatty said, "I'll talk to Brother Jiang about it later, but Brother Jiang has his own purposes and ideas, so you probably don't have much hope."

“You can go and say it.” He paused, then added, “I can also offer 20,000 spirit resources.”

He really doesn't have any more. Don't be fooled by his family's backing; his spiritual energy is simply not enough.

Moreover, the amount provided by the family is limited.

He spent 30,000 yuan in total, and with the money spent on cultivation, there was nothing left.

Even the wealthiest young masters and ladies don't have much left over each month.

They will all be used for cultivation.

The essence of spiritual energy is to transform into power and integrate into the body.

It's impossible to accumulate spiritual energy and store it up without using it during normal study and cultivation.

However, Fang Yong said that as long as Xiao Pang agrees, he can handle the rest.

In that case, it seems like things are going to be alright.

Even at 30,000, it's not a loss.

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the other side.

Cheng Yu was stunned when she saw Luo Xuan coming over: "Miss Luo, what brings you here?"

Usually, it's her who goes there.

Because her things sell well, the elixirs can be sold all day long.

Therefore, unless there is a specific reason, Luo Xuan will not leave the store.

Cheng Yu was naturally surprised to see him today.

"You didn't have a fight with Young Master Gao, did you?" Cheng Yu asked.

Luo Xuan shook her head and told the truth.

Upon hearing this, Cheng Yu nodded: "Then it must be something important that you don't want others to hear. It's either a secret or something embarrassing."

Luo Xuan nodded: "That's why I came out for a walk, and I'll go back in a while."

This was the first time she had looked at Cheng Yu's shop; it had very few items inside.

They were all pills.

Moreover, none of them are ordinary pills.

"Is the person behind Young Master Fang an alchemist?" Luo Xuan asked.

"Alchemy and formations, but the pills here weren't made by him, they were made by someone else, since he's currently focused on advancing his cultivation." Cheng Yu pondered for a moment and said, "Similar to Jiang Man, he doesn't have time to learn anything else, but his talent is definitely not lacking."

While they were chatting, Fang Yong arrived at the store.

"Young Master Fang," Cheng Yu immediately stood up and greeted him with a smile, "Is there anything you need me to do?"

Fang Yong looked at Luo Xuan, who nodded in greeting.

Fang Yong nodded in agreement, then looked at Cheng Yu and gave her some pills: "These are pills to be sold."

Taking the pill, Cheng Yu took out some pastries and said, "Young Master Fang, would you like to try some? I made these using spiritual herbs; they might be of some use to cultivation."

Fang Yong looked at the pastries, then accepted them and left.

Luo Xuan was somewhat surprised: "You're cooking for Young Master Fang?"

“Someone as cunning as me, being so close to Young Master Fang, is bound to do a lot of shady things.” Cheng Yu smiled as she placed the pills down. “Do you want to learn? These pastries are quite delicious; they’re part of the spiritual food.”

"Young Master Fang suggested that I study a minor subject; if I have talent, I can make a living from it."

Luo Xuan looked at Cheng Yu with a sigh and said, "Back then, you were really focused on scheming against them."

Cheng Yu took out some pastries and handed them to Luo Xuan, smiling, "Actually, I almost succeeded, but it's okay that I failed. You never know which path is better, so as long as things are good now, that's fine."

Luo Xuan tried the pastries and ended up taking two extra with her when she left.

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"I get 35,000?" Jiang Man was once again surprised by Fang Yong's good news.

He worked himself to the bone dealing with evil gods but didn't earn much.

Fang Yong gave him so much all at once.

"There are still about 20,000 on the way," Fang Yong explained. "Most of them were sold off from you. Recently, they've become harder to sell, and you're not worth much anymore."

Fang Yong's words made Jiang Man feel that she had let him down.

I didn't create any value for him.

Fang Yong then continued, "Part of it was earned by my own ideas, and the other part came from Little Fatty's side..."

Fang Yong gave a general account of Gao Rong's situation.

Jiang Man put away the spiritual energy and asked curiously, "You even used Little Fatty?"

"It's to make the Gao family understand the importance of Little Fatty," Fang Yong explained. "Little Fatty's business is too bad. Although his family dotes on him, it's only temporary. He needs to achieve something, but this kind of shop is destined to have no success."

"But aren't you good friends? This is a good opportunity for them to understand that you're standing behind Little Fatty."

"The more powerful you are, the more Little Fatty will receive, and he can lend you the pills he can't finish."

Jiang Man apologized for her words, saying that good friends shouldn't use each other.
It's all for the sake of getting the chubby kid to exercise.

Thus, Jiang Man still has 70,000 spirit resources, plus the 20,000 that Gao Rong hasn't received yet, making a total of 90,000.

This should be the most money the outer sect has ever earned.

Fang Yong's reputation is ruined, and he hasn't been able to sell himself for more money; he's not capable enough.

After Fang Yong left, Jiang Man prepared to buy pills in an attempt to advance his cultivation level.

Time is not very plentiful.

Furthermore, one must cultivate other superior techniques.

Time became even more pressing.

On the road far away, a woman watched the situation on Jiang Man's side, her brows furrowed slightly.

"How can I get in touch with him?" The woman was dressed plainly, but her features were exquisite, and upon closer inspection, she was even stunning.

She received an order: to capture the heart of a man named Jiang Man.

You should know that she is a genius from the Second Academy, and there is no way she could have any connection with the Seventh Academy.

If you want to capture someone's heart, everything you do must be deliberate.

So no action has been taken.

But she also looks poor, so it will be easier for her.

She didn't think much of a genius who stayed up all night to get promoted.

Because she had seen people like this before at the First Affiliated Hospital, and their final fates were never as good as those who received normal promotions.

But a task is a task, and it must be carried out no matter what.

"The only way is to start with the annual performance evaluation. He needs to participate in the annual performance evaluation of the first, second, and third hospitals, so I can find a way to contact him. But how can I do this without being found out that it was done on purpose?"

"I can only see who he teams up with. We need someone who takes the initiative, and then I'll join him."

"But it could potentially affect my chances of getting promoted."

"Sigh, he's just a man who stays up all night, why bother with him so much? Give me time and he won't even be able to see my back anymore."

(End of this chapter)