Why Do You Still Need a Reason?

"The changes are indeed significant."

Jin Ruyu also expressed the same sentiment.

Body shape, skin, appearance... almost every aspect has changed. When they reunite now and look back on the past, few can remain calm.

Although it's not like 'three autumns in a day', the changes in this month or so are countless times more astonishing than 'three autumns'.

There was a knock at the door.

"They're here."

They all stood up and went to greet them.

If others were to see this, they would be quite astonished to see such a group of top-tier wealthy women being greeted with such utmost respect.

But at this moment, they were all truly sincere.

"Whoa!"

When Lin·Purple Firmament entered and saw everyone, she couldn't help but exclaim, "Sisters, you are all so beautiful!"

"Mister Lin is joking."

Jin Ruyu smiled and said, "Please come in, sit down and let's chat."

Everyone smiled and nodded, but no one rushed to speak.

They were all people of status and position. Although their wealth was insignificant compared to cultivating immortality, they still maintained proper manners and would not rush to speak or be hypocritical.

In fact, it would be truly foolish to do that. How could they be fools if they could become such top-tier rich women?

However, their attitudes have changed significantly.

In the past, they didn't have a condescending attitude, but they always treated everyone equally.

But now, they seemed a little reserved.

After all, there is a difference between immortals and mortals.

Knowing that Lin Fan was that 'terrifying' cultivator, they naturally felt a sense of 'distinction' in their hearts.

After they sat down, Lin·Purple Firmament could tell at a glance that they were all a little reserved.

Therefore, he chuckled and revealed his preparations.

At the same time, she discovered that Jin Ruyu, Shi Wenke, and Qin Ya all had a "Immortal Opportunity" and were all quite talented, making them worthy of being nurtured.

As for the rest of them...

Lin·Purple Firmament ultimately chose Zhang Lu.

She was a wealthy woman whom I wasn't too familiar with, but then again, her relationship with other wealthy women was actually similar to that with Zhang Lu.

Since Zhang Lu has the best talent, she is the one to be chosen.

They were all somewhat taken aback when they learned that they could enter the Purple Bamboo Academy to study cultivation.

Seeing this, Lin·Purple Firmament chuckled and said, "Of course, this is just my suggestion. Whether you go or not is your choice."

Although Purple Bamboo Academy is Cultivation Academy, not everyone wants to cultivate immortality, so you can't force people to go, can you?

Lin·Purple Firmament didn't have such strange ideas. Going was fine, not going was also no big deal.

"Go!"

Jin Ruyu nodded and said, "Over the years, I have enjoyed everything I could. Life is just like this. If I could pursue the Path of Immortality, I would surely have a different kind of charm."

"I must thank Mister Lin for giving me this opportunity."

"I'm going too!"

Qin Ya was the second to speak, "I've been through a lot in the first half of my life, and I've even fired a gun. I've experienced quite a lot, but in the last two years, I've found it increasingly meaningless."

"Cultivating immortality should allow one to maintain their youthful appearance forever, right?"

"Thank you, Mister Lin, for giving me the opportunity to enroll."

Zhang Lu nodded in agreement, saying, "Anyway, I'm all alone, unmarried, and have no ties, so cultivating immortality is perfect for me..."

Then...

All three of them fixed their gazes on Shi Wenke.

Among these twenty-odd wealthy women, most of them actually have families and children; only a few are single.

Coincidentally, Jin Ruyu, Qin Ya, and Zhang Lu are all single, and some even have passed away.

But Shi Wenke is different.

Her family has a long tradition of practicing traditional Chinese medicine. Her parents are still alive, and she has a husband and a lovely daughter.

Should we let her pursue the Path of Immortality alone?

This is something that needs to be considered...

Although they have never practiced immortality cultivation, the recent buzz surrounding immortality cultivation is bound to be something no one knows about.

Furthermore, the 'Encyclopedia of Cultivation' has already been distributed, and they have all read it.

Time stands still in the mountains, and the cold winter months pass by unnoticed.

Once one enters the immortal realm and reaches a certain level, a single period of seclusion can transform everything, leaving behind vast changes and irreparable damage.

Alone and all alone? That doesn't matter.

A happy family...

We need to think this through carefully.

Shi Wenke's expression also turned somewhat solemn. She wanted to go, but...

"Mister Lin, may I ask a question?"

"Please feel free to speak."

Lin·Purple Firmament didn't try to erase the 'unfamiliarity' between them, because she knew it couldn't be erased.

Unless the relationship is really very close, the kind where you confide in each other, otherwise... they will be more or less a little reserved.

"Could I give my daughter this opportunity?"

Shi Wenke was a little uneasy, after all, this was almost like making demands on cultivators, and she was really afraid of what the outcome would be.

"Your daughter..."

Lin·Purple Firmament narrowed her eyes slightly, making the wealthy women's hearts tighten.

However, Lin·Purple Firmament was merely using the Heaven and Earth Grand Deduction Art to examine Shi Wenke's Karma.

Following the few Karma lines that were closest to her, Lin·Purple Firmament easily spotted her daughter, a sixteen-year-old girl dressed in Lolita fashion, who was quite adorable.

However, at this moment, he was mixed in with the crowd and looked somewhat helpless.

And that group of people... was the gathering place of those who had passed the preliminary examination of the Purple Bamboo Academy!

At the same time, this little girl's talent... is very good!

"No need."

Lin·Purple Firmament withdrew her gaze and gently shook her head.

"That..."

Shi Wenke hesitated. "I..."

"What I mean is, your daughter is able to pass the university's tests normally."

Lin·Purple Firmament spoke.

"Ah?"

Congratulations!

Jin Ruyu was the first to react and laughed, "Now you two can fly together as mother and daughter."

Shi Wenke: "???"

"..." Qin Ya also chuckled mischievously, "Both mother and daughter can cultivate immortality, and after cultivating immortality, they can fly. Wouldn't that be like flying together?"

Shi Wenke: "..."

If that's the case, then it does seem to make sense, right?

Time is passing.

at night.

In the suburbs of C City, on a not-so-small plain.

Originally, this place was fragrant with green grass, but now it is bustling with people. More than 300,000 people from all over the country have gathered here!

All around were special police officers maintaining order...

These people are all qualified candidates who have passed both the age and political vetting tests.

What they are waiting for are the final few tests.

Old Chen had already arrived.

The formation that Lin·Purple Firmament had asked him to set up has also been completed.

When Lin·Purple Firmament arrived, Old Chen grinned and said, "We can start anytime. When would you like to start?"

"Let me filter out those who lack talent."

"Then... should we let them know?"

"No need, just come straight ahead. It's best if you're not mentally prepared."

"Alright..."

Old Chen nodded.

The next 'test' mainly tests talent, temperament, and perseverance.

Only those with talent can cultivate immortality; those without talent... don't need to participate in the subsequent tests.

To cultivate immortality, one's character must be strong. What's the point of cultivating immortality if one's character isn't firm enough? Once one's cultivation level rises, one can easily suffer from qi deviation!

Perseverance goes without saying; without perseverance, how can one bravely climb to the top?

Cultivating immortality is like rowing against the current; if you don't move forward, you fall behind. The importance of perseverance is beyond doubt.

Lin·Purple Firmament didn't even show herself.

With a sweep of Divine Sense, the talent of each person was immediately apparent.

"It's better than I expected..."

To Lin·Purple Firmament's surprise, she had thought that Earth had no spiritual energy before, so there was not much chance of producing a potential cultivator.

And even if it exists, it probably won't be very good.

However, at this moment, there are quite a few good options that are worth trying.

Among them were even dozens of ' Entering Dao '.

The most talented person was a young man carrying a long sword on his back...

"That young man from Shu Region who received the sword cultivation inheritance? Not bad, it just depends on your character and whether you are up to the task."

In addition, Lin·Purple Firmament also discovered some unexpected surprises.

The "glowing girl" from Qingcheng Mountain also came.

Her talent is second to none!

Shi Xiaomo Shi Wenke, could easily rank in the top five...

I didn't think much of it.

Lin·Purple Firmament quickly began selecting those with the right talents. She didn't even need to show her face; she simply picked them out and then had the people in charge of maintaining order from the Resident Happiness Living Department take them aside.

Those who do not meet the requirements are taken to the city for a meal and to stay overnight, or they are sent back to where they came from.

Food and lodging are all included.

Soon, of the more than 300,000 people, a full 298,000 were 'eliminated' and left with sighs.

"Well..."

"How did I get eliminated?"

"How exactly is this tested?"

"They don't even know how they lost. Could someone have gotten in through connections?"

Looking at the people being taken to the other side, the more than 200,000 eliminated contestants all smiled bitterly, while some expressed their dissatisfaction.

One of the young men was the most depressed.

He suddenly stood up and shouted angrily, "On what grounds?!"

"I may be eliminated, but aren't you going to tell us why I was eliminated?"

"I am a PhD student at Imperial University, and I have the highest score and the best grades among all my classmates!"

"Am I not allowed to cultivate immortality?!"

I need an explanation!

He opened his mouth.

More people spoke out to express their dissatisfaction.

"Yes, I need an explanation too!"

"Me too! Although I'm just a graduate student at Magic City Dan Institute, I believe I can cultivate immortality!"

"Me too!"

One person after another jumped out.

They came full of expectations, only to find themselves eliminated without even knowing how. Most people might not understand, but these individuals, from childhood to adulthood, were the "other people's children" in everyone's eyes, with exceptionally high grades...

How can I tolerate being eliminated so inexplicably at this moment?

However...

The outcome that awaited them was not pleasant.

A staff member walked out with a cold face. "This world has never revolved around you. There are reasons why you were eliminated."

"Being good at studying doesn't mean you have enough talent for cultivating immortality. Without enough talent, nothing you say will make a difference."

"This is the explanation!"