The Purpose of Becoming Strong

The Antarctic Nirvana Emperor is the culmination of the collective wisdom of the three disciples of the Immortal Fairy.

Antarctica was a prefix conceived by the Immortal Fairy, Nirvana was a feature conceived by Lu Yang, and Jiang Lianyi considered that the High Antiquity Emperor Jiang dared to call himself the Demon Emperor, so she couldn't be weaker than the High Antiquity Emperor Jiang in reputation, and thus she adopted the honorific title of "Great Emperor".

Before setting off, the five elders intended to meet the legendary High Antiquity Emperor Jiang, a living, breathing High Antiquity immortal, a truly great figure.

There were still a few days until the founding ceremony, so this was just a convenient way to pick up Lu Yang and bring him to the Demon City to broaden his horizons.

How did things turn out the other way in the blink of an eye?

Furthermore, why did the ancient ancestor of the Phoenix Clan join the Heavenly Court, and even become one of the Four Emperors?

Could it be that the Heavenly Court wasn't made up, and that there really was a Heavenly Court in High Antiquity, and that their Heavenly Court Cult was truly a High Antiquity organization?

Even though the five elders had traveled the world and witnessed many immortal feats, this was the first time they had ever seen a half-immortal level expert.

Especially at such close range.

Jiang Lianyi raised her hand, indicating that the five elders did not need to be too nervous.

"The survival of the Heavenly Court Sect still depends on the support of you seniors."

"I dare not accept such praise."

Before they knew, they could still call themselves seniors and have some fun, but now that they know Jiang Lianyi's identity, who would dare to act like a senior in front of this great figure?

Inside the spiritual space, the Immortal Fairy, witnessing this scene, rolled around on the ground with joy.

"Yes, yes, that's exactly the reaction! That's exactly what we, Lianyi, and Xiaoling, did when we went to auctions and similar places undercover!"

Lu Yang: "..."

While Jiang Lianyi was talking to the five elders, the kind-hearted Lu Yang tried several times to introduce Jiang Lianyi's identity, but was stopped by the Immortal Fairy.

So that's the reason.

Senior Lianyi, you truly deserve to be your unofficial Registered Disciple. Even forgetting this experience can elicit such expressions from the five elders. Is it self-taught or muscle memory?

With a "Heave-ho!" the Immortal Fairy sprang to her feet, brushed the dirt off, and earnestly instructed the Second Master, offering guidance on cultivation.

"See? This is the purpose of becoming stronger."

Listening to the immortal's teachings, Lu Yang seemed to be deep in thought.

It seems my State of Mind is still not cultivated enough; even now, I'm easily swayed by immortals. I wonder what profound philosophical words the Immortal Fairy might utter.

Having finally encountered a great figure from High Antiquity, the Third Elder happened to have a question to ask.

He has been studying hard lately to improve his manners and avoid making a fool of himself when he goes out.

"I recently read a book that said Ying Tianxian had a penchant for married women and had impregnated countless women. Is this true?"

Jiang Lianyi: "..."

How did this rumor spread? Aren't you afraid of encountering danger during your Tribulation Transcendence?

Putting everything else aside, it's not so easy for immortals to have offspring. If it were that easy, she would have been pregnant with her husband's child long ago.

Jiang Lianyi gently shook her head, denying this claim. "Ying Tianxian does not have a preference for married women."

"I've also heard that the Nine Netherworlds existed in High Antiquity times, governing life and death, reincarnation, and determining the lifespan of all living beings?"

This is the latest propaganda doctrine since the Nine Netherworld Sect and the Heavenly Court Sect joined forces.

"That's false. In High Antiquity, there was no such thing as the Nine Netherworlds or reincarnation. When a person died, it was like a lamp going out; they wouldn't be reborn."

"What about Buddhism? The book says that Buddhism existed in High Antiquity times, with countless followers throughout the world. It was a first-rate power in High Antiquity times, and the Buddha of Buddhism is equivalent to an immortal."

Jiang Lianyi continued to shake her head in denial, "It's fake. Buddhism has indeed existed High Antiquity, and the Four Immortals have all participated in Buddhist affairs, making it a top-tier power, but it doesn't exist in the way you imagine."

"I've also heard that you and the ancient ancestor of the Dragon Clan once waged a massive war when you were half-immortals. Meteors filled the sky, stars were obliterated, and even those at the Tribulation Transcendence stage dared not watch the battle up close. You even used the Nirvana Rebirth technique to be reborn in flames, and your phoenix cry resounded throughout the universe?"

"It's true," Jiang Lianyi said firmly, her expression serious.

She then fell into deep thought, seemingly recalling that arduous battle. She sighed softly, lamenting that the past could not be retrieved.

The five elders were taken aback, sensing the weight of history in Jiang Lianyi's sigh.

That was a loneliness that no one could truly understand.

The Immortal Fairy explained to Lu Yang, "This is one-third of the essence of Ying Tianxian's teachings."

Jiang Lianyi snapped out of her reverie and asked, "I have just awakened and am unaware of the current state of the cultivation world. There is something I need to ask you all."

"Senior Jiang, please speak. We will tell you everything we know."

"Do you know where my husband, who is also a demon immortal, might appear?"

The five elders shook their heads in unison. "We'll have to disappoint Senior Jiang. Demon immortals are incredibly mysterious beings. We know absolutely nothing about their possible locations, not even clues... Wait, you referred to the demon immortal as 'husband'?"

The five elders stared at Jiang Lianyi as if they had seen a ghost. A demon immortal and the ancient ancestor of the Phoenix Clan—could they really have this kind of relationship?

Is this the knowledge of High Antiquity demons? They can overturn their understanding with just a casual remark.

The third senior sister's reaction was lukewarm. Jiang Lianyi had promised her this when she was riding the animal skin. When she learned about their relationship, she almost fell off the animal skin along with herself.

Jiang Lianyi was only trying her luck, so she wasn't surprised that she didn't hear any useful information.

"In that case, we should inquire with the Dragon Clan."

This place is a gathering place for various forces, including the Demon Realm Dragon Clan and the East Sea Dragon Clan.

"Nephew Meng, I heard you're here?"

Footsteps and hearty laughter came from outside the door; it was Chief Jin of the Qiongqi Clan.

Chief Jin instructed his subordinates that if they saw Meng Jingzhou in the Demon City, they should report to him as soon as possible.

The subordinate lived up to expectations and met Meng Jingzhou his way to the hotel.

With five elders from the Ask Dao Sect accompanying Meng Jingzhou, it was impossible for him not to stand out.

Upon hearing that Meng Jingzhou had arrived, Clan Chief Jin went straight to the inn arranged for the Ask Dao Sect without saying a word.

Chief Jin was thrilled at the thought of his Qiongqi tribe becoming wealthy.

He approached the Lineage, and they agreed. The Qiongqi tribe's ability to borrow money was undoubtedly due to Meng Jingzhou's persuasive words.

Chief Jin was a man of great efficiency. Upon hearing Meng Jingzhou's voice coming from a guest room in the middle of the corridor, he pushed open the door without a word and said in a boisterous manner, "Our Qiongqi clan was able to borrow Spirit Stone all thanks to you, my dear nephew!"

Then he saw Jiang Lianyi, who had taken off her hood, standing out conspicuously in the middle of the guest room.

The two looked at each other.

Chief Jin silently retreated, left the guest room, and closed the door.

Jiang Lianyi beckoned with her finger, and the door opened. The Jin clan chief was pulled into the guest room by an invisible force, and his desperate resistance was futile.

Without a word, Chief Jin closed his eyes and raised his hands in surrender. "I know the rules. I didn't see or know anything about what happened today. I beg Ancestor Jiang to spare my life!"

Jiang Lianyi paused for a moment.

My impression of the Qiongqi tribe was that they were tough and resilient; have they changed that much in 300,000 years?

Meng Jingzhou was puzzled. He had been in the Demon Realm ever since leaving the Qiongqi Clan and hadn't sent a message home yet.

Something came up and I was delayed. The second update will be at 11:30 PM.