Yangshuo, the Quasi-Immortal King; Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon

Time passed like a galloping horse, vanishing in the blink of an eye. Just like that, a month quietly slipped away.

With the aid of the Immortal Spring Eye, Su Li's Supreme Physique had become flawless and translucent. His skin gleamed crystal-clear, vital energy surged throughout his body, and his condition had reached its peak.

At this moment, Su Li sat cross-legged amid a sea of immortal mist, surrounded by cascades of starlight formed from immortal Dao auras. Countless specks of light shimmered like a galaxy, dazzling and radiant.

Su Li sat upon the Bodhi Meditation Cushion. The Bodhi emitted a faint, tranquil fragrance that continuously nurtured and strengthened his soul. His eyes were lightly closed, his complexion rosy, and his expression relaxed and content. He was utterly absorbed, as though he had forgotten the very concept of time.

Just as Su Li became unable to extricate himself from this state, a peaceful, gentle voice drifted in from outside the hall, pulling him back to reality.

"F-Father?"

Having only just awakened, Su Li was still somewhat dazed. He vaguely heard the voice of Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation by his ear, but he was not entirely certain.

"Clear Spirit Art." Su Li cast a Daoist technique that refreshed the mind. Instantly, he felt clear-headed and invigorated, and all traces of laziness were swept away.

"Li'er, the month has passed. It is time to attend the South Sea Grand Gathering."

Just as Su Li was about to stretch comfortably, his father's voice sounded beside his ear.

"Alright, Father."

Su Li shuddered. He felt that his father might have been watching him cultivate for days already. They should have gone to the South Sea early to have some fun, yet Father had not awakened him. He probably saw how deeply immersed I was in my cultivation and could not bear to interrupt me.

After tidying himself up, Su Li left the hall and walked toward Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation, who stood not far away.

"Father."

Upon seeing Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation, Su Li respectfully bowed.

"Li'er, cultivation knows no years. Time wears away, and the years fly by. For an Immortal King cultivator like me, a single period of seclusion can last hundreds of thousands of years. Some may even sleep through an entire era, only to emerge and find the seas turned to fields, with everything and everyone changed. Li'er, I am greatly pleased that you possess such a disposition."

Smiling, Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation called softly, "Yangshuo."

Yangshuo...?

Su Li was somewhat puzzled. Who was Yangshuo?

How had he never heard of him?

There was someone named Yangshuo in Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation's residence?

How strange!

While he was wondering, a faint ripple of human aura came from the north of the residence. Su Li looked toward the source of the disturbance.

There, towering and graceful mountains rose one after another. Pure, flawless immortal mist curled between the peaks, while the cries of flying creatures occasionally rang out, together forming a scene of birdsong and fragrant flowers.

Between the cloud-piercing mountains, immortal spring waterfalls poured down from the heavens as though falling from the sky into the mortal realm. Seven-colored rainbow light hung in the air, filling the scene with auspicious splendor.

Amid the towering mountains, an elderly man with the bearing of an immortal walked over from afar.

The old man wore a light-yellow immortal robe, an Immortal Crane Feather Hat upon his head, and leaned on an Immortal Crane Feather Staff. His steps were light, and he exuded immortal air.

His face was kind, his gaze profound, as though he could see through all things in the world. His gait was so light that it seemed he walked upon the clouds, giving him an air of detachment from the mundane world.

Su Li studied the old man and asked in confusion, "Who is this True Immortal? I have never seen him before."

"Li'er, this is Yangshuo, the Quasi-Immortal King, the foremost general who followed me in battle across the heavens in the past." Seeing Su Li's puzzled look, Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation could not help but laugh and shake his head. This silly boy never listened when told to mingle more within the residence. Now he had encountered someone he did not recognize, so he explained.

A Quasi-Immortal King?

"Su Li greets Yangshuo, the Quasi-Immortal King." Su Li clasped his hands in salute.

Yangshuo smiled and stepped forward, helping Su Li up as he said, "Li'er, there is no need for such formality. I have already heard of your cultivation. Your progress greatly pleases me."

"Moreover, you are the descendant of an Immortal King and my equal in seniority. Formalities are of little importance to this old man."

"Immortal King." Yangshuo, the Quasi-Immortal King, respectfully bowed to Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation.

"There is no need for ceremony."

Su Li's heart stirred. He knew that the "cultivation" Yangshuo spoke of referred to his cultivation at the Immortal Spring Eye, which made him admire Yangshuo even more.

Yangshuo looked at Su Li, his eyes filled with expectation. He said, "Li'er, although your cultivation has progressed rapidly, you must work even harder if you wish to travel farther upon the path of cultivation."

After hearing this, Su Li's resolve grew firmer. He knew that he still had much to learn and improve upon. He had to work even harder so as not to disappoint Yangshuo's expectations.

Seeing the determination in Su Li's eyes, Yangshuo nodded to himself. The future of this Immortal King's son, a Born Supreme, was limitless. His choice had not been wrong.

He said to Su Li, "Li'er, I will wait for you at the South Sea Grand Gathering. I hope you gain something from the gathering."

Su Li's heart filled with anticipation. He knew this was a rare opportunity, and he had to seize it to improve his cultivation.

"Set off, Yangshuo," Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation said.

"Yes."

Yangshuo's aura immediately surged, fully displaying the majesty of a Quasi-Immortal King. A powerful pressure spread outward.

His form gradually began to change, and a massive dragon appeared before Su Li.

This enormous dragon stretched ten thousand zhang long. Golden light gleamed from the scales covering its entire body, every one of them as sharp as a blade.

Its dragon whiskers drifted like flowing waterfalls, radiating a powerful aura. Its enormous dragon eyes shone brilliantly, as though they could see through every illusion.

The dragon's back was broad, covered in thick scales like a small mountain. Its four dragon claws were incomparably sharp, each talon resembling a sword blade.

The enormous dragon opened its great maw, revealing sharp fangs that struck fear into all who saw them.

The entire dragon was majestic and imposing, exuding an unparalleled aura of strength. Its appearance made the surrounding space tremble, as though even heaven and earth were shaken by it.

"This is Yangshuo's true form, a Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon."

The Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon clan was one of the top three dragon clans.

With a light wave of his hand, Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation summoned a magnificent imperial carriage before Su Li.

The golden dragon flashed and arrived before the imperial carriage, taking up the role of its puller.

Seeing this, Su Li sighed inwardly. My Immortal King father truly is formidable. A dragon race supreme being at the Quasi-Immortal King realm is actually willing to pull his carriage.

This imperial carriage was also luxurious and grand, truly worthy of the pomp of an Immortal King's travels.

The imperial carriage had been carved from precious sandalwood, its streamlined body exuding an ancient and elegant aura.

Intricate cloud patterns were carved along both sides of the carriage, every detail lifelike, as though clouds and mist flowed across its surface. A massive jade stone was embedded atop the imperial carriage, crystal-clear and radiating a faint glow.

The carriage windows were made of transparent glazed crystal, revealing an exceptionally luxurious interior. Soft fox-fur rugs covered the seats, their touch exquisite. A faint fragrance also permeated the carriage, refreshing the mind and spirit.

The entire imperial carriage was exquisitely crafted, every detail displaying imperial nobility and extravagance. Sitting within it felt as though one could sense the bearing of a ruler overlooking the world.

"Li'er, get in the carriage," Immortal King Six Paths Reincarnation called.

"Alright, Father." Su Li calmed his astonishment and entered the imperial carriage.

"Yangshuo, set off."

"Yes, Immortal King."