Fairy, I'm going to control you tightly!

Chapter 187 Thunder

Ji Nanbei shrugged.

"Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown. That makes sense, doesn't it?"

"Want to wear a crown? Heh—that's quite reasonable indeed."

Youwei had already calmed down.

Every time she talked with Ji Nanbei, she always felt that he was a really interesting person.

He seemed to be an outsider.

Those who have stirred up upheavals and disrupted the entire world should, in theory, be power-hungry individuals.

But this person is illogical.

Perhaps that's why he seems so interesting.

"Besides, what's the point of you, a prince or nobleman, lamenting the palace intrigues? You're not a concubine in the harem."

Ji Nanbei added another sarcastic remark.

Youwei: Tsk!

As she got to know him better, Youwei increasingly felt that this person had a strange, perverse sense of humor.

Moreover, they've become increasingly outrageous!

Youwei swore that once she saw this guy in person, she would definitely question him about his crime of deceiving the emperor and committing treason.

I strolled around the palace for a while.

Ji Nanbei had gained some understanding of the royal palace and the prosperity of Xiandu.

It must be said, it is indeed a beautiful sight.

Ji Nanbei took flight from an inconspicuous spot within the palace.

We arrived above this fairy capital, looking down at the countless lights outside.

"With such prosperity in the capital and such peace and tranquility in the Eastern Continent, it is clear that the current emperor must be a wise ruler."

"Youwei, are you really not going to consider rebelling anymore?"

Ji Nanbei inquired.

Upon hearing this, Youwei felt a little happy again.

This guy doesn't know who he is.

He even now believes that he is on the opposite side of the emperor.

In such a context, any words of praise spoken would naturally be sincere, not flattery.

Youwei found it very helpful.

"I told you, you'll know when you see the emperor."

Ji Nanbei shrugged helplessly.

"All right."

Then, looking at the scenery in the distance, Ji Nanbei casually said, "It's about time, I have to leave. My people will be coming to Xiandu soon."

Youwei hummed in agreement and said nothing more.

Subsequently, Ji Nanbei ended the possession.

After regaining control of my body.

Youwei tugged at the robe she was wearing.

Actually, it doesn't fit quite well; it's rather large.

But Youwei really liked this relaxed feeling.

Just like when you talk to him, there's a sense of ease; you don't need to be constrained by status or anything else, you can just say what you want to say.

This feeling is great.

However, Youwei still blushed.

"How outrageous!"

Then, Youwei looked into the distance.

"When you arrive, I will definitely punish you for deceiving the emperor. I just wonder what kind of expression you will have then, this guy who seems to have everything under control and is always unfazed by honor or disgrace?"

And Ji Nanbei—

After returning to their original form.

Ji Nanbei breathed a sigh of relief.

There's always a strange feeling about possessing a young child's body.

I can't quite put my finger on what's strange about it, but it's just really odd.

However, Ji Nanbei quickly stopped thinking about it.

As for Youwei's matter, we should wait until we go to the Immortal Capital and meet the Emperor of the Eastern Continent Immortal Dynasty.

After putting the matter out of my mind.

Ji Nanbei began to introspect, while simultaneously opening up the system's foundation.

Get ready, it's time to break through the Golden Core stage and enter the Nascent Soul stage!

Open the system panel.

The Ultimate Demonic Cultivation System

Host:

Realm: Golden Core Ninth Level (Supreme Dao Foundation) (Thunderous Golden Core)

Cultivation Techniques: Immortal Spirit Scripture (Seventh Grade Cultivation Technique) (Perfected), Bang Bang Two Shovels (Third Grade Technique) (Mastered), Fox Movement Nine Slashes (Fifth Grade Technique) (Perfected), Nine Heavens Myriad Tribulations Technique (Proficient), Yin Yang Reversal Six Paths Flowing Great Technique (Seventh Grade Cultivation Technique) (Proficient), Dao Seal Technique (Proficient)

Talent bonuses: Celestial appearance, invincible among peers, number one righteous person, Golden Core body.

Demonic Path Points: 11.73 million.

His cultivation level is approaching the threshold of Nascent Soul formation.

Meanwhile, Ji Nanbei's main cultivation method.

The secret cultivation technique from the Immortal Spirit Sword Sect, the Immortal Spirit Scripture, has also officially entered the realm of perfection.

Now, the spiritual energy within Ji Nanbei's body not only circulates on its own, but also undergoes a constant cycle.

Without Ji Nanbei needing to activate it, the surrounding spiritual energy would naturally converge towards him under the attraction of the Immortal Spirit Scripture.

The Immortal Spirit Scripture, as a inherited technique of the Sword Sect, is rare among high-level techniques as it does not possess special attributes.

Instead, its characteristic is that the spiritual energy within the dantian is like a sea, with surging tides, and its endurance is also terrifyingly high.

On the contrary, it suits Ji Nanbei perfectly.

After all, Ji Nanbei's various techniques would be difficult to utilize without a large amount of spiritual energy.

Meanwhile, through diligent study, Ji Nanbei's Nine Fox Slashes technique also successfully reached the perfect level.

Now, Ji Nanbei can easily execute the first eight strikes.

Only this final strike remains, and some special opportunity is needed to successfully comprehend it.

After experiencing several missions that required a huge amount of magic points.

Ji Nanbei's accumulated magic points have reached an unprecedented high.

Tens of millions of points.

This level of power was something that Ji Nanbei had never been able to reach before.

"Family members, we've finally become rich!"

Ji Nanbei sighed and opened the talent exchange list.

True Eye Manifestation: In times of crisis, the power hidden deep within will manifest, and that powerful force is enough to turn the tide!

(Passive 1: When severely injured, mental strength is increased tenfold, and special powers are granted. Passive 2: Charisma increased!!!)

The exchange requires 13 million magic points.

"My family has fallen on hard times again!"

Ji Nanbei shook his head helplessly.

Indeed, being rich is just an illusion.

The True Eye Manifestation talent is incredibly expensive, but after experiencing it once, Ji Nanbei always felt he should exchange for it.

That kind of miraculous state is worth a huge amount of magic points.

I thought about it.

Ji Nanbei decided not to wait any longer or do any more quests.

Ji Nanbei took out a large pile of ancient spiritual herbs from inside the Upside-Down Heavenly Pavilion.

Spiritual treasures, elixirs, and other spiritual items can be exchanged for Demonic Path Points.

However, Ji Nanbei hadn't used this feature much before.

After all, the spiritual treasures Ji Nanbei possessed before were either of average quality and couldn't be exchanged for many demonic points.

Either it has a great effect on Ji Nanbei.

Exchanging them for magic points would actually be a losing proposition.

Now this feature is finally coming in handy.

As the piles of ancient medicinal herbs on the ground turned into streams of light and disappeared.

Ji Nanbei was somewhat heartbroken.

Having been poor for so long, I'm somewhat reluctant to give it up.

At the same time, the magic points on the system panel also began to rise rapidly.

Ji Nanbei stopped when his Demon Path Points reached over 16 million.

After all, after exchanging for talents, Ji Nanbei still needs to ensure that he has enough magic points for emergencies.

The system has many functions, all of which require spending magic points.

[Confirm talent exchange: True Eye Manifestation?]

With Ji Nanbei's identity confirmed.

The points for demonic cultivation disappeared like flowing water.

Talent already redeemed: True Eye Manifestation. Synchronizing with the host is in progress. During synchronization, the host will enter a deep sleep. Please proceed in a safe location.

As prompted by the system.

Ji Nanbei felt waves of dizziness.

This is different from the previous synchronization of talents.

Previously, with synchronized talents, even when asleep, Ji Nanbei only felt physically tired.

Right now, it seems as if his primordial spirit is in turmoil.

In short, it didn't feel good.

Time flows on.

When Ji Nanbei opened his eyes, there were already quite a few people gathered around his bed.

Xiao Jingxi and Xiao Naiyi need no further introduction.

Bai Jie, Wang Tianyun, and others, who were acquainted with Ji Nanbei, were also gathered around.

Even Jian Qingcheng was there.

Ji Nanbei, who had just regained consciousness, was somewhat confused.

Everyone around breathed a sigh of relief when they saw Ji Nanbei wake up.

Xiao Jingxi moved closer to Ji Nanbei, her eyes seemingly misty with tears.

Ji Nanbei gently ruffled Xiao Jingxi's thick black hair to calm her down, then looked at the people around them.

"Could it be that I slept for a long time?"

Everyone had a "what do you think?" expression on their faces.

Jian Qingcheng said, "About half a month, not a long time, but during this period, your aura has weakened and your primordial spirit has declined, as if your primordial spirit has been damaged and is extremely weak. If your condition hadn't been relatively stable, I would have buried you."

Ji Nanbei was speechless.

About half a month?

Although half a month is almost a blink of an eye for a cultivator, it's not even enough time to comprehend a single move or two.

However, in the past, it has never taken this long to synchronize talents.

"Well, judging from your appearance, you should be fine. It's probably some kind of secret martial arts technique, so I won't pry too much."

If you need any help, just say so for Jingxi's sake. Alright, everyone else, you may leave.

Jian Qingcheng said something, and then left with the other disciples.

After everyone else left.

Xiao Nai leaned over and teased, "I thought we could start the feast, but I woke up. What a disappointment."

Ji Nanbei did not reply, but instead looked at Xiao Naiyi's hand hanging at his side.

My fingers are slightly white.

Clearly, its owner had just clenched his fist due to emotions, which is why it is now slightly white from the force.

As soon as Xiao Nai noticed Ji Nanbei's gaze, he immediately hid his hands behind his back.

Then look at Ji Nanbei.

Then I saw Ji Nanbei's amused smile.

Xiao Nai immediately turned his head away.

Why does this guy know me so well? He always notices details that I don't even realize.

hateful!

"I am anxious!"

Xiao Jingxi, on the other hand, was much more decisive.

"Don't worry, I'm fine."

Ji Nanbei comforted the little sword immortal.

Xiao Jingxi was actually the first to notice that Ji Nanbei was not in a good condition.

On the second day, the little sword immortal came to find Ji Nanbei and immediately noticed that Ji Nanbei was not in a good condition.

Xiao Jingxi was capable of sensing whether Ji Nanbei was in a state of possession or being under someone else's control.

Sensing something was wrong, Xiao Jingxi immediately sought out his master.

However, Ji Nanbei possesses synchronous talent, and no matter how many tests are conducted, no problem can be found.

All we can do is observe and wait.

That's why what just happened occurred.

Throughout this process, Xiao Jingxi remained silent, her gaze fixed on Ji Nanbei.

There was no response even to the calls of those around him.

That state of mind also frightened Jian Qingcheng and the others.

Xiao Jingxi only returned to normal after Ji Nanbei woke up.

Otherwise, Jian Qingcheng would not have taken the initiative to create opportunities for Ji Nanbei and his disciples to be alone together.

I took a moment to assess my own condition.

Ji Nanbei didn't feel anything after exchanging for the talent.

It felt as if, after consuming a large amount of magic points and going through a long period of slumber, I had exchanged them for a fake.

However, judging from the description of the True Eye Manifestation talent, Ji Nanbei also knew that this talent might not be triggered under normal circumstances.

"Speaking of which, what kind of secret realm is that Path to Immortality?"

Ji Nanbei inquired about the Path to Immortality.

Since this matter concerns the formation of the Nascent Soul stage, Ji Nanbei naturally wanted to find out as much as possible.

Xiao Jingxi thought for a moment, then replied, "It's like a staircase leading upwards. The first time you walk up it, you'll experience some profound insights into the Dao."

Listening to Xiao Jingxi's description, Ji Nanbei fell into deep thought.

Xiao Naiyi said with a strange expression, "As far as I know, the Path to Immortality is one of the core secret realms of the Sword Sect. It requires a large amount of spirit stones to open, and each disciple only gets the effect the first time they step on it."

On the path to immortality, each step reveals flaws in the disciple's Dao heart and weaknesses in their mental state, thus helping to improve their mental well-being.

After Xiao Nai finished speaking, he looked at Xiao Jingxi.

Tsk, speechless.

Ji Nanbei also understood.

Most likely, it's because Xiao Jingxi's Glazed Sword Heart has no flaws, so the Ascension Path has no effect on him.

That's why Xiao Jingxi felt that it was just an ordinary staircase.

By the way.

Xiao Jingxi entered the Ascension Path sometime after Ji Nanbei possessed her body.

Ji Nanbei was unaware of this matter.

Because Xiao Jingxi ascended the Path to Immortality so quickly, he finished in no time and descended with his insights into the Great Dao.

He himself felt that the matter was rather boring and not worth mentioning to Ji Nanbei.

"A guy like you probably has a thousand flaws in your mindset, your Dao heart is like a hornet's nest, the path to immortality won't be easy for you."

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Xiao Naiyi complained from the side.

Ji Nanbei shook his head.

"What a pity."

"Hmm? What, you consider yourself to have perfected your Dao heart?"

"You're overlooking one thing. Where would I get a Dao heart? That's laughable. I don't have one at all."

Ji Nanbei shrugged and said in a serious tone.

Xiao Nai was at a loss for words, unsure where to begin his吐槽 (tu cao, a Chinese internet slang term for sarcastic or critical comments).

And—more importantly.

When Xiao Nai looked at Ji Nanbei at this moment, he had a strange feeling.

This guy—why does he seem to have become more handsome again?

Especially those eyes, they seemed to possess some kind of magic.

Before he knew it, Xiao Naiyi was quite engrossed in watching.

It wasn't until Ji Nanbei called out to Xiao Nai that he came back to his senses.

She realized that she was actually captivated by Ji Nanbei's beauty.

Xiao Nai's face immediately turned red.

Ji Nanbei felt something was strange.

This girl isn't being sarcastic anymore, what's she doing standing there in a daze?

She stood up and walked to Xiao Naiyi's side.

Ji Nanbei brushed a strand of hair from Xiao Nai's forehead and leaned closer.

"It's a bit hot—do you have a fever?"

Xiao Naiyi, on the other hand, was numb because of Ji Nanbei's sudden approach.

Their foreheads were pressed together, so close that they could feel Ji Nanbei's breath.

"Hmm"

"Uh, why is it even hotter?"

Ji Nanbei was somewhat puzzled.

Could it be that even cultivators can get fevers and colds?

At that moment, Xiao Jingxi also came up from behind.

"Ji Nanbei seems to have become—even more handsome—"

Ji Nanbei was puzzled by Xiao Jingxi's words.

Could it be—

Ji Nanbei recalled the effect of the True Eye appearing.

Besides that special effect, there seem to be some additional passive effects, like charm up?

"Wait, wait—"

"Oh no, Xiao Nai, why do your eyes seem to be sparkling with hearts?"

"Jingxi? Don't cause trouble now!"

Two hundred thousand words are omitted here.

The next day.

Ji Nanbei found Jian Qingcheng.

Jian Qingcheng frowned as he looked at Ji Nanbei, who appeared exhausted.

"What was it again? It seems like you've lost a bit of your energy and spirit."

Ji Nanbei: Aba Aba.

"Sect Master Sword, please take me to the Path to Immortality."

Jian Qingcheng nodded suspiciously, then turned to lead the way, but then turned back to ask, "Are you sure you're in the right state to ascend to immortality?"

"Oh, it's nothing!"

Afterwards, Ji Nanbei followed Jian Qingcheng to the depths of the Sword Sect.

It was a grand hall, very simple and unadorned.

He seemed somewhat out of place with the incredibly grand and imposing Sword Sect.

However, Ji Nanbei knew that this was the core of the Sword Sect, its true foundation.

The entrances to several important secret realms controlled by the Sword Sect are all concentrated in this one place.

Following Jian Qingcheng into the main hall, Ji Nanbei looked around and felt that it was extremely empty.

Jian Qingcheng walked straight to a corner of the main hall.

Then, a sword rang out from Jian Qingcheng's waist.

The next moment, a crack suddenly appeared in the place that had been empty in front of them.

That was the prototype of a spatial passage.

Then, Jian Qingcheng poured out piles and piles of spirit stones from his storage ring.

A massive amount of spirit stones disappeared into the crack.

Ji Nanbei felt a pang of heartache upon seeing this.

Although it's not my own spirit stone.

As the massive amount of spirit stones vanished, the crack slowly opened, forming a passage.

Looking at the spatial passage, Ji Nanbei asked curiously, "Opening up this passage consumed so many spirit stones. Shouldn't you have gathered more disciples?"

Jian Qingcheng shook his head.

"Those spirit stones are actually for supplying the Ascension Path within the secret realm, not for activating the passage. There are only enough spirit stones for one person to enter."

Ji Nanbei couldn't help but gasp in astonishment.

This is one person's portion.

That's way too expensive.

He cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Jian Qingcheng.

"Well then, thank you, Sect Master Jian. I will now enter this secret realm."

Jian Qingcheng waved his hand.

"As I said, this is your reward from the cultivation world competition. No need for thanks, just go now."

Ji Nanbei nodded.

Then, they stepped into the spatial passage.

The scene before my eyes changes.

The once empty hall was now shrouded in a white mist.

Ji Nanbei looked around.

The line of sight is difficult to penetrate these clouds and mists.

Even spiritual awareness struggles to make breakthroughs within this framework.

Ji Nanbei felt as if he knew where the original form of the mist in the battle of clearing the clouds and seizing the flag came from.

At the same time, the clouds and fog in front suddenly dispersed.

A white staircase appeared ahead.

It rises to an endless height, disappearing into the clouds and mist.

The steps are extremely narrow, barely wide enough for one person to step on.

I couldn't see what was hidden in the clouds on either side.

Ji Nanbei didn't hesitate for long before stepping onto the stairs.

With one step, the surrounding clouds and mist seemed to vanish instantly.

The steps beneath our feet had turned into a blanket of white snow.

Looking around, all you could see was snow.

Ji Nanbei was quite familiar with this scene.

That was when he first transmigrated to this world, in the snowy northern lands.

Looking back, sure enough, Ji Nanbei saw a trail he had dragged himself out.

And in the distance beyond those traces lies a primitive little village.

"Come back, isn't it good to have meat to eat?"

"Yes, in this frigid northern snow, you will only freeze to death, starve to death, and eventually be eaten by wild dogs."

"Look, the hot broth! One sip and all the chill will be gone. Come back quickly and have a sip!"

Outside the village, many people were waving and shouting at Ji Nanbei.

At the same time, a strange fragrance wafted over.

Since he began his Foundation Establishment, Ji Nanbei had never felt hunger. But when he smelled that aroma, it was as if he had returned to the time before he began cultivating.

A sudden wave of hunger and cold washed over him.

It was a kind of hunger that could drive a person mad.

Especially with the allure of that aroma, it drives people crazy.

Raising his hand, Ji Nanbei saw that it was covered in chilblains, an unhealthy purplish-black color.

Pain followed.

However, Ji Nanbei simply looked behind him and smiled contemptuously.

"So this so-called mental weakness is so fragile? I once traversed the frigid north when I had nothing, so why would I linger here now?"

As he muttered to himself, Ji Nanbei turned around and continued walking forward.

They waded through countless snowdrifts.

Despite the torment of cold and hunger, Ji Nanbei's eyes remained remarkably clear as he continued forward, seemingly oblivious to how much time had passed.

Ji Nanbei seemed to suddenly come to his senses.

The surrounding scenery transformed back into clouds and steps.

And with his feet, he took another step forward.

One foot stepped onto the next step.

It felt like a long time had passed, but it was only a short while after we settled down.

Ji Nanbei shrugged.

That's all there is to it...

Subtle insights were integrated into Ji Nanbei's primordial spirit.

Ji Nanbei stepped onto the next step.

The surrounding scenery changed again.

This time, it was the familiar Happy Forest Demon Sect mountain gate that Ji Nanbei knew.

Ahead, there was a familiar figure from Ji Nanbei.

Master Cheng Ling'er.

At this moment, Cheng Ling'er was holding the Cold Moon Longsword, its tip hovering in front of Ji Nanbei's neck.

Ji Nanbei could feel the chill emanating from the blade.

"You unfilial disciple, you harbor disloyalty towards your master and disregard the proper etiquette between master and disciple. Is it because you covet my beauty?"

Ji Nanbei blinked.

"yes."

In this instant.

There seemed to be a flicker around us.

I don't understand "330".

They were completely stunned by the path to ascension.

How could anyone be so bold?

You admitted to your master that you harbored ulterior motives, didn't you?

Even the Hehuan Sect doesn't have such a brave disciple.

What's wrong with this person?

Poor Ascension Path, can't even say "woc" (a vulgar expression).

How could it possibly understand just how audacious Ji Nanbei, who wasn't even from the cultivation world, truly was?

Just as Ji Nanbei said before.

The Dao Heart?

He has a cunning mind.

LOL, as long as I don't have the Dao Heart, you won't find any flaws in my Dao Heart.

There was a pause.

Ji Nanbei looked at Cheng Ling'er, his master, and raised the Cold Moon Blade to slash at her.

He proclaimed, "This heretical sect will be exterminated today!"

Ji Nanbei, however, took a step forward indifferently.

The illusion shattered.

Ji Nanbei returned to the Ascension Road once again.

"weak!"

As he felt yet another glimpse of the Great Dao being integrated into his mind, Ji Nanbei complained.

At that moment, the surrounding clouds and mist seemed to freeze for a moment.

What Ji Nanbei didn't know was...

With the nurturing of a large number of spirit stones and the evolution of the environment for countless disciples.

This path to immortality has actually developed a trace of sentience.

At this moment, Dengxianlu felt that the guy in front of him was a complete anomaly!

What's wrong with this guy?

The illusions on the path to immortality guide those within to believe everything within those illusions.

Just like a dream, most people cannot perceive that the illusion is false.

However, this guy seemed to have never believed anything in the illusion from beginning to end.

How could this be?

As Ji Nanbei took another step forward.

The Ascension Path also began to fully activate the illusion and explore Ji Nanbei's heart.

The next moment, the surrounding environment changed.

This time, it was inside the Sword Sect's room.

Two people stood in front of Ji Nanbei.

On the left is Xiao Jingxi, and on the right is Xiao Naiyi.

One person is holding a wood-chopping knife.

Ji Nanbei: ?

Before Ji Nanbei could even complain...

Xiao Jingxi and Xiao Nai then approached.

"Ji Nanbei, why, why are you looking at someone else? You already have me, don't you?"

"You scoundrel, there's nothing I can do. Since you can't love me wholeheartedly, I can only do this: let's be together forever."

Looking at the two people whose eyes had lost their sparkle.

Ji Nanbei: !

A yandere! Help! There's a yandere!

Just as the two men, each wielding a machete, slowly approached.

Ji Nanbei suddenly opened his arms.

Xiao Jingxi and the other person were stunned for a moment.

Ji Nanbei shouted, "You are all my wings!"

Path to Immortality: ?

Have you no shame at all?!

I have never seen such a shameless person!

Finally, Ji Nanbei took a step forward.

The illusion shattered.

The Path to Immortality: There's something dirty here! I'm not playing anymore!

As one illusion after another shattered.

The insights gained from the Daoist principles were integrated into Ji Nanbei's primordial spirit.

When Ji Nanbei took another step forward, he found that there was only one step left in front of him.

The once seemingly endless path to immortality suddenly appeared as just one step.

Ji Nanbei was still somewhat unsatisfied.

As for the Path to Immortality—it's already fallen into disuse.

In fact, this last step is the only uncontrolled step on the path to immortality.

The sliver of intelligence born from the path to immortality was unable to control the environment within this final step, or even perceive its presence.

The Illusionary Realm.

That truly reflects the cultivator's inner self.

It was formed from an ancient Daoist stone, and it is also the true core of this path to immortality.

When Ji Nanbei stepped onto this last piece of the Dao Heart Stone.

The surrounding scenery changed again.

However, Ji Nanbei, who had remained calm throughout, frowned at this moment.

"Beep beep!"

Bustling traffic, bright lights and vibrant nightlife.

The asphalt road was illuminated by the bright light of the streetlights.

Beneath the towering buildings, Ji Nanbei looked at the vehicles moving around him and the crowds flowing by.

For a moment, I felt somewhat lost.

Looking to the side, the building's glass reflects its current appearance.

That was someone Ji Nanbei knew very well.

It's been a long time since we last met.

That was—my past life.

Get closer to that reflection.

Ji Nanbei looked at his reflection.

Many details that I can't even remember clearly are crystal clear in the reflection.

Wow.

Ji Nanbei sighed—

And at that very moment.

The reflection suddenly revealed a smile.

It was Ji Nanbei's signature smile.

Ji Nanbei himself, however, did not laugh.

Then, the reflection spoke.

"You've almost forgotten about me, haven't you?"

Ji Nanbei nodded, then shook his head.

"Yes and no."

"You don't need to be so mysterious. I am you. But can you even be sure who you are?"

Ji Nanbei frowned.

The reflection, however, continued with a smile, "Ten thousand years in the cultivation world is but a blink of an eye. And as time flows on, this—"

The reflection pointed to its surroundings, then to itself.

"This is just a drop in the ocean. Its impact on you will be negligible. At that time, will you still be you?"

Ji Nanbei remained silent.

The reflection, however, laughed even more exaggeratedly.

Perhaps, this is Ji Nanbei's true weakness in his Dao heart.

Standing among the bustling crowd, Ji Nanbei seemed utterly out of place.

"Who are you?"

At just the right moment, the reflection asked another question.

It seemed as if they were only a hair's breadth away from defeating Ji Nanbei.

Ji Nanbei raised his head at this moment.

"I am who I am."

The reflection showed a surprised expression.

The next moment, the surrounding skyscrapers crumbled inch by inch.

The streets collapsed, and the illusion crumbled.

Ji Nanbei returned to the Ascension Path and stood at its highest point.

[Ding! The host has awakened a new talent. Detailed information has been added to the system and can be viewed in the system panel.]

Ji Nanbei looked down at the Ascension Path shrouded in clouds and mist.

Smile.

"I didn't expect this place to be so unexpected."

"Click-clack—"

He was talking to himself.

A slight cracking sound came from inside the body.

Then, a terrifying, earth-shattering thunderclap resounded.

Shatter the elixir, form the nascent soul!

The purple Thunder Golden Core shattered at this moment, and the spiritual energy within slowly condensed into a small doll.

He sat cross-legged inside Ji Nanbei's dantian.

Her features were exquisite, and she was exactly the same as Ji Nanbei.

Nascent Soul Formation.

The process seemed to go so smoothly, as if it were a natural progression.

The Path to Immortality is a secret realm that connects to the outside world. Although it is a small world, it is connected to the outside world.

Therefore, the laws of heaven and earth are also complete.

Patches of ominous clouds began to gather above Ji Nanbei's head.

A deafening rumble of thunder began to echo high in the sky.

Ji Nanbei looked up at the sky and stretched his body a little to loosen his muscles.