Immortal Life: Starting with Daily Last Words

Time flies, and a month has passed in the blink of an eye.

Inside the Xuanxin Cave, Qi Donglou and Yu Daoxuan sat facing each other, discussing the matter of reclaiming the wasteland.

Yesterday, Qingyuan Sect officially received the conscription order issued by Yuhua Sect.

Our sect needs to select one Purple Mansion cultivator, ten Foundation Establishment cultivators, and two hundred Qi Refining disciples in the mid-to-late stages to participate in the initial land reclamation.

Therefore, after the meeting in the main hall of the sect ended, Qi Donglou immediately sent a message to his disciples to inquire about each of their intentions individually.

At this moment, he raised his eyes to look at Yu Daoxuan and said gently, "Daoxuan, this expedition is fraught with unpredictable dangers. What are your plans? Do you intend to go and gain experience, or do you intend to stay and guard the sect?"

Upon hearing this, Yu Daoxuan pondered for a moment before calmly replying, "This disciple will leave the decision to Master."

He knew Qi Donglou's character very well; he cared deeply for the sect and disliked his disciples' cowardice in the face of danger.

However, the pioneering battles are fraught with constant fighting and dangers, so it's best to avoid them if possible and there's no need to take unnecessary risks.

Therefore, he gave the choice to Qi Donglou.

Upon hearing this, Qi Donglou couldn't help but laugh and scold, "You little rascal, you're quite the sly one."

After a moment's thought, he immediately made his decision: "You previously used the Xuan Ying Breakthrough Pill to break through to the eighth level of Qi Refining, which was too rapid and left your foundation unstable. In my opinion, you shouldn't go to the initial exploration phase; instead, stay behind to solidify your cultivation."

"However, this recruitment drive is quite large, and the sect is short-handed. Various tasks will inevitably be assigned in the future. Rather than being passively assigned, it is better to choose in advance."

"I have already informed your third uncle in advance. You can go directly to the Mission Hall tomorrow to choose your task."

"Thank you, Master!"

Yu Daoxuan felt a warmth in his heart, never expecting his master to have made such a proper arrangement.

"The matter of pioneering the land is extremely complex, and staying in the rear is not necessarily safe. Be careful when you are out there in the future," Qi Donglou instructed before parting. "Also, don't neglect the art of talismans because of it."

"Rest assured, Master, I will remember this!"

Yu Daoxuan nodded emphatically.

The next day at dawn, the sky was clear and bright.

After Yu Daoxuan finished packing, he went straight to the sect's mission hall.

The person in charge of coordinating the external affairs this time was none other than Third Uncle Lin Zhao.

Lin Zhao had already received a message from Qi Donglou, who had prepared two jobs for him in advance.

Firstly, he will go to the sect's amethyst mine to serve as a manager for a term of five years.

Each year, one can receive 100 merit points from the sect, 100 spirit stones, and a bottle of Qi Condensation Pills, making the resource rewards quite generous.

Secondly, he was sent to the northern Xiexing Island to serve as its garrison commander, responsible for protecting the ordinary people on the island and overseeing the sect's spiritual fields.

All they need to do is periodically assist the Spirit Planter in harvesting the Spirit Rice; their work is quite leisurely.

The term of office is also five years, but the remuneration is slightly less, only sixty merits and sixty spirit stones per year.

Judging solely from the surface salary, managing an amethyst mine is undoubtedly the best choice.

However, the amethyst mine is jointly managed by the Qingyuan Sect, the Guizhen Sect, and the Li family of Hongmu Island.

The three factions are intertwined, their interests are complicated, and friction and disputes arise frequently, making it easy to get caught up in pointless conflicts.

In contrast, Xiexing Island is isolated and its situation is stable.

The island has its own first-tier spiritual vein, enough for Qi Refining cultivators to practice daily in peace and quiet.

After a brief deliberation, Yu Daoxuan had already made up his mind and said in a deep voice, "Third Uncle, I choose the position of guarding Xiexing Island."

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhao nodded slightly, immediately registered his name on the roster, and took out a sect mission token.

"The journey is long, so you should prepare early and make sure to take up your post within the month. Do not delay your term of office."

Lin Zhao gave her instructions.

Yu Daoxuan respectfully accepted and turned to leave.

Xiexing Island is located in the northern sea area of ​​Qingyuan Sect, not too far from Changping Island, so he can take advantage of the free time before taking office to return home.

Three days later, after making full preparations, he sent a message to Song Yunshu, Xu Runshan and other friends to inform them that he would soon be stationed on an island.

They then packed their bags and set off in their Wind-Taming Boat towards Changping Island.

After several days of rapid flight, the airship finally arrived at Changping Island.

Looking down at the familiar outline of Wuling City, with its rows of houses and bustling activity, Yu Daoxuan felt a sense of relief and warmth.

"I'm finally back."

He put away his flying boat, landed in a dense forest outside the city, and then slowly walked towards the city.

The streets of Wuling City are still bustling with traffic and people, with restaurants and shops lining both sides, and stone bridges and waterways just as they have always been.

Standing on the street, gazing at the familiar scenery, Yu Daoxuan was filled with emotion.

More than a decade has passed since I left my hometown.

He strolled slowly through the old streets, eventually stopping in front of a magnificent mansion.

Taking a deep breath to suppress the turbulent emotions in my heart, I stepped forward and gently knocked on the door knocker.

The heavy mansion gate slowly opened a crack, and the old servant Wang Bo, who was guarding the gate, poked his head out, his gaze sweeping over Yu Daoxuan.

He was stunned for a moment, then his eyes widened suddenly, his face full of disbelief.

"You...you're the Third Young Master!?"

Wang Bo had watched Yu Daoxuan grow up since he was a child. Although they hadn't seen each other for ten years, he recognized him at a glance by his features and demeanor.

"Uncle Wang, it's me."

Yu Daoxuan nodded with a smile.

"The Third Young Master is back! Our Third Young Master is back!"

Wang Boxin was overjoyed and shouted loudly, his voice echoing throughout the entire mansion.

He quickly opened the gate wide and bowed to welcome him into the mansion.

As soon as Yu Daoxuan stepped into the mansion, he heard hurried footsteps and a commotion inside.

"Xuan'er, my Xuan'er!"

A middle-aged woman in fine clothes rushed out, her eyes filled with urgency and longing.

Behind him followed a portly middle-aged man and a group of maids and servants.

Upon seeing the tall, handsome young man standing in the courtyard, the woman's eyes instantly reddened, and tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.

She quickly stepped forward and examined him closely, choking back tears as she said, "It really is my Xuan'er who has returned."

"daughter."

Yu Daoxuan felt a pang of sadness, and his eyes welled up with tears.

After more than a decade of wandering on the path to immortality, when I saw my dearest relative again, I noticed that my mother's temples were streaked with white, and the wrinkles around her eyes had deepened.

"It is your unfilial son who has only returned now."

Yu Daoxuan said softly.

"Silly child, don't say such things, it's good that you're back."

The woman smiled through her tears, her heart filled with the joy of reunion.

Yu Maolin, the father standing to the side, suppressed his joy and hurriedly instructed the servants: "Quickly go and inform the eldest and second young masters that the third young master has returned."

The news spread like wildfire throughout the Yu family mansion, and then to various prominent families in Wuling City.

The return of the immortal master, whom the Yu family had not seen for more than ten years, caused a stir among the city's powerful and wealthy.

The prominent families in the city prepared gifts and wished to pay them a visit.

Yu Daoxuan had anticipated this situation and had instructed his servants in advance not to receive any outside guests for the time being.

Upon hearing their master's words, the servants of the Yu family were naturally emboldened and repeatedly refused to meet important people they would never normally see.

That night, Yu's mother cooked for him herself, making all the dishes that Yu Daoxuan loved to eat when he was a child.

Looking at the steaming food on the table, Yu Daoxuan felt both warm and pained. He said, "Mother, these chores can be left to the servants. Why do you have to do them yourself? It's not worth ruining your health."

Yu Maolin sighed softly and said gently, "Your mother is afraid that you won't be able to eat her cooking anymore."

His two older brothers and sister-in-law also urged him to eat more.

The atmosphere at the dinner was filled with laughter and warmth, a truly heartwarming scene for the whole family.

Just as the family was enjoying a happy reunion dinner, the steward, Uncle Zhong, hurried in, looking hesitant and as if he wanted to say something but couldn't.

Seeing this, Yu Maolin frowned slightly and asked, "What's the matter that you're in such a panic?"

Only when his master spoke did Uncle Zhong dare to reply: "Master, City Lord Lin has come to the gate of the mansion in person, wishing to pay a visit to the Third Young Master."

Upon hearing this, everyone in the Yu family looked at Yu Daoxuan.

Yu Daoxuan said calmly, "Today is a family reunion, so let's not talk about external affairs. We can discuss it tomorrow."

Zhongbo acknowledged and withdrew.

Yu Maolin hesitated slightly and said in a low voice, "Daoxuan, it might be inappropriate to refuse in this way since City Lord Lin has come in person."

The Yu family has been in business for generations, and they have always treated high-ranking officials and dignitaries with great courtesy.

Before he could finish speaking, the second brother, Yu Daoqiu, immediately interjected, "Father, my third brother is now a Celestial Master, with an extraordinary and noble status. How can he be seen so casually?"

Yu's mother quickly chimed in, "That's right, it's a rare treat for my son to come home, no one is allowed to spoil his fun today."

After the family banquet ended, Yu Daoxuan took out some elixirs and gave them to his elder brother, sister-in-law, son, and nephew.

These elixirs only slightly improve the cultivation level of cultivators who practice Qi Refining.

However, for ordinary people, it can prevent all diseases and prolong life.

After the meal, Yu Maolin led Yu Daoxuan to the study.

"Dao Xuan, what stage has your cultivation reached now?"

Yu Maolin was the first to ask a question.

Yu's family had produced immortal masters in the past, so he knew far more about the world of cultivation than ordinary mortals.

"I am now at the eighth level of Qi Refining."

Yu Daoxuan answered truthfully.

"Good! Good! Good!"

Yu Maolin exclaimed "Good!" three times in succession, his eyes gleaming and his face full of excitement.

"At the eighth level of Qi Refining, I'm not far from Foundation Establishment. In this way, the treasure map passed down from my ancestors will finally have a use."

After saying this, he reached into a hidden compartment in the study and took out an old, rustic landscape painting.

The ancient painting has a sense of having weathered the vicissitudes of time, yet it is well preserved and subtly exudes an extraordinary charm.

He solemnly handed the ancient map to Yu Daoxuan, his tone dignified: "This is a treasure map passed down through generations of the Yu family. According to our ancestral teachings, if any of our descendants can reach the Foundation Establishment stage, they can use this map to find the treasure left behind by our ancestors."

Yu Daoxuan solemnly accepted the ancestral treasure map with both hands.