The End of the Immortal Path

Chapter 250 My name isn't Jiang Man, it's Fang Yong

Hearing the old ox's words, Jiang Man took out a piece of dried meat from his storage magic treasure and ate it while pondering.

After a long pause, he finally asked, "About what level of strength does this peak master possess?"

Old Ox shook his head: "I've never seen him, so I can't be sure. But judging from the current situation of the Misty Cloud Sect, he should be among the strongest."

"The strongest group?" Jiang Man asked, somewhat surprised. "How strong must they be?"

"Around the level of an immortal, perhaps similar to that young genius from the Ji family," the old ox replied casually.

Thinking back to Mr. Ji, Jiang Man was quite moved. Was he really that strong?

After thinking for a moment, Jiang Man asked curiously, "Old Huang, are you sure he's about the same as Mr. Ji? Do you know how amazing Mr. Ji is?"

"From what you're saying, he's not just as impressive as he looks. You think the same way I do?" Old Ox looked up at Jiang Man.

"I think I know a lot," Jiang Man said confidently.

For a moment, the old ox began to doubt himself.

Jiang Man asked, "Tell me first, and I'll see if it's correct."

The old ox's gaze was calm as he slowly spoke: "Although I have never seen him make a move, his aura carries a hint of fierceness, indicating that he is a promising talent for swordsmanship. That subtle feeling suggests that he is at the level of innate sword physique. Furthermore, he did not deliberately hide or flaunt his abilities, and he can act at will with a clear mind, which means he must also possess an extraordinary sword heart."

"He probably possesses more than just swords, but even if he had more, they would still only be a part of his body."

"Furthermore, and more importantly, his control over spiritual energy and his understanding of magic have long surpassed those of ordinary geniuses."

"His mind is extraordinary, he is proficient in all methods, and he has probably reached the realm of following the natural way."

"His gaze can encompass all the laws of the world, and his heart can evolve the changes of heaven and earth."

"Holding a sword, one can point to the heavens; holding a pen, one can write the laws of the future."

"This child is no ordinary person."

After saying this, the old ox looked at Jiang Man and said, "Is there anything else you want to add? Also, there are two points I haven't mentioned yet."

Jiang Man remained silent for a moment, then realized that the Heavenly Mirror Hundred Books only mentioned swords.

He then changed the subject: "Mr. Ji is so powerful, yet he couldn't defeat that peak master?"

"It's hard to say. Besides, the geniuses of the Ji family are too young. For example, you are a peerless genius who can traverse the heavens and the earth. You have that great man behind you, your wife is a registered powerhouse, and there's also the evil god's livestock. You still can't beat someone in the early stage of the Nascent Soul realm, can you?" the old ox said casually while eating grass.

Jiang Man thought Old Huang's words made sense, and then sighed: "As expected, prodigies have their troubles. If I were weaker, I wouldn't have been targeted by a peak master."

"So what do you want to do now?" the old ox asked.

Do you think the Peak Master will directly attack me?

"No, it hasn't come to that. The things he mentioned are just minor tricks and haven't crossed any red lines. So even if he did those things, there's nothing anyone else could do. But to attack you would be too outrageous. The geniuses of the Ji family could directly intervene. However, just because he doesn't act doesn't mean his disciples won't. Families with whom he has vested interests will also do something."

Jiang Man nodded slightly. As things stand, the situation isn't that bad yet.

However, the situation is not optimistic.

Immediately, Jiang Man pondered for a moment and then said, "I've decided to borrow some resources first, then stockpile them. I don't care if they make trouble later; I can pay off those debts slowly."

"It's better to avoid me, so I won't have to chase after you for debts."

"By obtaining spiritual energy from the evil gods and purchasing resources from my wife, we can barely keep up with the progress."

The old ox couldn't help but say, "You're quite optimistic."

Jiang Man shrugged; he didn't think the environment was that bad.

Just try to struggle.

It's pretty much the same in Yunqiansi.

There are always more solutions than problems if you don't take direct action.

Ordinary people might not be able to do it, but he is an unparalleled genius.

The future is expected.

Especially since he is currently working for the Enforcement Hall.

Even if the Peak Master is incredibly powerful, what can the Enforcement Hall do to him?
Even if you have a backup plan

Given the special status of Zhenyue Division and Zui Fusheng's position, his influence in the Enforcement Hall should be no less than that of the Peak Master.

There is plenty of room to support it.

It's just that things are a bit harder than before.

Finally, Jiang Man looked at Lao Huang and said regretfully, "It's just that we might not have a place to live anymore. You'll have to suffer a bit, Lao Huang."

The old ox said nonchalantly, "I can stay in the Enforcement Hall."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Man was taken aback, then clenched his fist solemnly and said, "Old Huang, don't overthink it. I will do whatever it takes to keep your family safe and never let you wander outside."

The old ox squinted at Jiang Man, then lowered its head to eat grass, remaining silent.

Having made up his mind, Jiang Man no longer hesitated and set off to find those people and make a quick buck.

This is to make plans for the future.

However, just as he was about to set off...

A man came from the air.

They arrived at his courtyard at an extremely fast speed.

The terrifying aura made his golden core tremble, as if he were facing a life-or-death crisis at any moment.

So strong.

Jiang Man silently activated his True Martial Technique, preparing to respond immediately.

The newcomer was a man who looked to be in his mid-twenties. He had a furrowed brow and a slightly cold expression on his face.

Upon seeing Jiang Man, he took the initiative to speak: "Jiang Man? The one who qualified for the Immortal Sect Competition today?"

Jiang Man looked at the other person in confusion and shook his head, saying, "Senior brother, you've got the wrong person. My name is Fang Yong. Are you looking for Jiang Man, or is the senior brother looking for him?"

The newcomer was taken aback, looking at Jiang Man with some surprise. He then took out the portrait, glanced at it, and then asked Jiang Man to look at it together: "You said your name is Fang Yong? Who is the person in the portrait?"

Looking at the color portrait that was almost identical to his own, Jiang Man remained silent for a moment.

The other side, however, was well prepared.

The man put away the portrait, took out a contract, and said, "You should know who I am. The contract is here; you can take a look first."

Jiang Man's heart sank; he really was one of Bai Fengzhu's men.

I couldn't avoid it, and I don't know if it will be easy to borrow money later.

Jiang Man took the contract and discovered that it contained an irresistible power; once signed, he feared it would be difficult to disobey.

If you violate this rule, you will have to pay a large amount of spiritual resources.

It is beyond his ability to bear.

Jiang Man didn't rush to look, but instead asked, "If I don't sign, will my senior brother attack me?"

"We won't make a move outside the gate," the man said.

Jiang Man nodded, meaning they would make their move from within the inner sect.

At this moment, the man looked at Jiang Man and said, "You are too young."

Jiang Man, who had originally intended to check the contents of the contract, looked at the person in front of her in astonishment.

I don't understand what the other person means.

"Haven't you noticed that all the well-known geniuses have powerful connections?" the man sneered, staring at Jiang Man. "Do you think others aren't geniuses? Don't they have the ability to make a name for themselves?"
"So, you're the only poor man who has become famous?"
"young!
"It's just that everyone understands one thing: if you don't have a background or strength, you shouldn't stand out too much."

"A genius who can't even kill a chicken, isn't all he does is expose himself and tell others that there's a fat sheep here?"

"A tree that stands out in the forest will surely be felled by the wind."

"Only by concealing one's shortcomings can one look to the future."

"You think getting a spot so quickly is a good thing?"
"Aside from the amazement of insignificant people, it only attracts the scheming of powerful individuals with ulterior motives."

"And the resentment and jealousy of some people."

"If it had been seven or eight days later, we wouldn't have ended up like this."

When he said his last words, the other person's gaze lingered on the contract in Jiang Man's hand.

Jiang Man hadn't expected the person in front of him to say these things.

However, the other party seemed to have no intention of stopping and continued, "You have a benefactor, perhaps you think the other party can stand against the peak master."

"But have you ever thought about why the peak master is the peak master?"

"There are more than one or two elders whose cultivation levels are similar to his, so why did such a shameless person like him become the peak master?"

"Why?" Jiang Man asked.

The man chuckled and said in a deep voice, "You have powerful connections, but doesn't he have a background? How could he hold onto the position of peak master without a background?"

"You don't really think that he became a peak master all alone, a rogue cultivator, do you?"

"The Misty Cloud Sect is affiliated with a celestial sect. How are high-ranking positions like Peak Masters selected?"

Jiang Man hadn't really thought much about these things.

It seems that Peak Master Bai is in more danger than expected. However, he did not take the words of the person in front of him to heart.

Because regardless of whether this peak master has a background or not, he cannot deal with him.

For now, the plan remains unchanged.

Get stronger first.

As for whether it's wrong, there's no need to think about that.

Now that things have come to this, the best course of action is to improve one's cultivation level first.

He was different from others; he needed not only spiritual energy but also ancient artifacts.

The more outstanding one is, the more ancient things one comes into contact with.

All the coveting and prying are merely side effects of unlocking talent.

Jiang Man, who remained silent, examined the contents of the contract.

Each month, they will receive 50,000 spirit resources and ten corresponding pills.

The requirements are simple: be obedient. For example, during competitions, you should have a sense of teamwork and be willing to give way when necessary.

If one leaves the sect and enters the immortal sect, one must also go to a designated lineage.

Some tasks that are necessary for one's sect cannot be refused or evaded without a valid reason.

It also states that most of the time there are no missions in the sect, and there are not many competitions either.

The restrictions weren't that strict, but they certainly limited one's direction and freedom in life.

He is not suitable to sign.

However, the other party was generous, giving so much spiritual energy in a month.

Jiang Man sighed, realizing that he was actually worth a lot of money even after selling himself.

He then returned the items to his senior brother, saying, "I'm sorry to have made you come all this way for nothing."

The man accepted the contract without surprise, as if he had seen this scene many times before. He calmly looked at Jiang Man and said, "Do you know how much power a peak master has?"

Jiang Man shook his head.

The man continued, "One sect leader, two protectors, and six peak masters—these are the nine highest-ranking people in the sect."

"Under normal circumstances, if you want to see the peak master, you need to enter the inner sect, graduate from the inner sect, pass the sect's core assessment, become a disciple of some elders, and then enter the immortal sect through the peak master's introduction."

"Only at that time could ordinary students and cultivators see the peak master."

"Everyone you know in the sect, no matter what family they come from, is nothing but a chicken or a dog in front of a peak master."

"So after you refuse, all the families will avoid you like the plague."

"Those who are close to you will also avoid you."

"There might even be families that would attack you in an attempt to curry favor with the peak master."

"The peak master doesn't actually need to do anything. As long as his attitude towards you is clear, many people below will choose to do something on their own."

You should think this through carefully.

"I've seen many people refuse, and while some have managed to persevere to the end, their outcomes haven't been good."

"Even those who went to the Immortal Sect fled in a sorry state."

The man looked at Jiang Man and asked, "Are you sure you want to refuse?"

Jiang Man nodded slightly and said, "It's confirmed."

The man didn't say anything more, but turned around and stepped into the air to leave.

Jiang Man watched the other person leave and asked curiously, "Senior, what was his cultivation level?"

"Much better than you," the old ox replied casually.

"I have to go find them and borrow spiritual energy as soon as possible," Jiang Man said.

Just as he arrived near the courtyard, someone looked at him and then quickly left.

Some people were even discussing it in private.

Jiang Man was somewhat surprised; the movements were surprisingly fast.

He came to borrow money immediately, but he was still a step too late.

"It seems that the other party had already arranged everything when they came. What a swift and decisive move."

Jiang Man was surprised.

This is the first time I've faced a situation like this.

He did not go to the courtyard after that.

Those people all have families behind them.

It's fine once they're inside, but if they open their mouths, it's like making things difficult for them.

No need.

After a brief hesitation, he headed to Little Fatty's shop.

When I arrived, I found the shop was closed.

He then went to his shop and found that although the shop was open, there was no business.

Song Qing sat at the shop entrance, puzzled and confused.

Upon seeing Jiang Man, Song Qing immediately exclaimed with delight, "Young Master Jiang!"

Jiang Man asked, "No business?"

"Business was slow today, but it was fine before." Song Qing didn't take it to heart.

Jiang Man asked Xiao Pang and the others.

The answer I got was that they were opening a shop.

Jiang Man nodded.

I didn't ask any more questions and just let him mind the shop.

If something happens, just back out if you can; closing down the door isn't a big deal.

Song Qing was puzzled.

But Jiang Man didn't say much; now was the time to suffer.

They might not even be able to get a month's salary; how can they not be struggling?
Out of curiosity, he went to Fang Yong's shop.

I didn't expect it to close down too.

"Wow, that's some serious energy!" Jiang Man couldn't help but exclaim.

All the shops he knew were closed; he was probably taken away for questioning by the people behind them.

Xiao Pang has a family behind him, and Fang Yong also has investors behind him.

Therefore, all these people will be affected.

It wasn't that the Peak Master was targeting these Qi Refining cultivators, but rather that the people behind them were afraid of the Peak Master and had to recall them first.

Otherwise, how could they know that they had offended the peak master, given their Qi Refining cultivation level?

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Wei Ran's residence.

Fang Yong looked at Wei Ran, who was sitting on the ground calculating, with a puzzled expression, and asked, "Something happened?"

Suddenly, Cheng Yu was ordered to close the shop and was told not to go out or see anyone.

It doesn't look normal at all.

He was summoned by Wei Ran immediately.

Something serious must have happened.

Wang Yan sighed but did not speak.

Wei Ran lowered his head and remained silent for a long time before saying, "I received a message that Jiang Man has offended the peak master of Tianyuan Peak. The peak master's attitude is very clear: he doesn't like Jiang Man and wants to force him to sign a contract."

"Did he use some underhanded tactics to force us to close our shop?" Fang Yong asked.

Wei Ran shook his head slightly and said, "He didn't use any means to make things difficult for Jiang Man, nor did he make things difficult for us."

Fang Yong frowned, somewhat puzzled.

Wei Ran sighed and said, "But anyone who dares to help Jiang Man is tantamount to making an enemy of the peak master. As long as they have property or related items, they may be targeted by others."

"As long as there is one attitude from above, many people will do a lot of work below."

“For example, if someone hates us and we help Jiang Man, then those who hate us will use this as an excuse. It wasn’t a big deal before, but now it’s easy for problems to arise.”

Fang Yong was shocked: "So, because of the attitude of a peak master, everyone will avoid Jiang Man like the plague?"

(End of this chapter)