A Heart-to-Heart in a Thatched Hut, Aspiring to True Immortality

Su Li stepped lightly into the thatched cottage, his gait steady and powerful, much like a graceful young nobleman.

Qingyue followed closely behind, her robes fluttering with a cool, ethereal aura. The two exchanged a smile, closed the door in silent accord, and began to chat over tea.

Though everything in the thatched cottage was simple, it was elegant; the room was filled with a faint fragrance of tea, as if it could wash away the dust of the mortal world.

Su Li gently lifted his teacup, savoring the mellow sweetness, while Qingyue gazed quietly at the scenery outside the window, her eyes revealing a detachment from worldly affairs.

"Your sparring match with the Thunder Emperor was truly spectacular; to think you could suppress him so effortlessly." Qingyue's voice was like a spring breeze, carrying a hint of admiration and a trace of imperceptible envy.

Her gaze rested on Su Li, as if trying to see through the pride and confidence hidden deep within the heart of this youth who always wore a humble smile.

Upon hearing this, Su Li merely smiled faintly, saying nothing more.

His smile held a touch of modesty and self-satisfaction, as if to say, "This was merely my duty; there is nothing worth boasting about."

Yet, his eyes flashed with a sharp light, as if to say, "My strength is formidable, and it does not stop here."

Then, Su Li shifted the topic, saying to Qingyue, "In half a month, at the conclusion of the grand gathering, the three Immortal Kings will open an altar to preach, bestowing blessings upon the many prodigies who have come."

His voice revealed a sense of anticipation and excitement, as if he could already see the unprecedented grandeur of that scene.

Hearing this, a flash of surprise and excitement crossed Qingyue's eyes.

Although she had never experienced a sermon by an Immortal King, she knew that experiencing it in person would be both shocking and exhilarating.

This time, with three Immortal Kings opening the altar simultaneously, it was extremely rare in the history of the grand gathering as she knew it.

She couldn't help but imagine the grand scene: the three Immortal Kings sitting high upon the platform, dressed in magnificent immortal robes, every movement filled with majesty and solemnity, their gazes deep and wise, as if they could pierce through all illusions and reach the core of truth.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the Immortal Kings would begin to impart the essence of their immortal paths and their insights on cultivation.

Their voices would be loud and melodious, like the music of the heavens, stirring the spirit; every word and every sentence would contain unfathomable immortal wisdom, leaving everyone present feeling deeply benefited.

Qingyue closed her eyes, as if she were already immersed in that grand occasion.

She felt the words of the Immortal Kings echoing in the depths of her soul, as if a powerful force were guiding her toward a higher realm.

Her heart was filled with awe and gratitude, as well as anticipation and longing for the future.

She knew this was a rare opportunity, a once-in-a-lifetime chance.

She had to cherish this moment, listen to the Immortal Kings' sermon with her whole heart, and strive to absorb the essence of their wisdom to lay a solid foundation for her own path of cultivation.

"I will also break through my bottleneck at that time and attain the True Immortal realm." Su Li's words were casual, as if he were speaking of something mundane, showing no concern at all.

However, this sentence struck Qingyue's heart like a thunderbolt.

Qingyue looked at Su Li in shock, her eyes filled with disbelief.

A surge of indescribable astonishment welled up within her; Su Li was actually going to attain the True Immortal realm?

How could this be!

Even if he were a natural supreme being with unparalleled talent for cultivation, how could he be on the verge of breaking through to a True Immortal after only twenty-some years of practice?

That was the True Immortal realm!

The immortal domain and the human domain were incomparable; one was the heavens, the other a mere speck of dust.

Qingyue knew that the True Immortal realm was the dream of every cultivator.

It was a brand-new heaven, a brand-new world.

Only by breaking through to the True Immortal realm could one truly grasp the mysteries of the immortal path, roam freely between heaven and earth without restraint, and truly attain the Dao and immortality, existing as long as the universe itself.

Yet, was the True Immortal realm so easily breached?

It required the cultivator to possess extremely high talent and comprehension, while also consuming vast amounts of time and resources to cultivate and refine.

Even with talent unseen in the ages, it would take hundreds or even thousands of years of accumulation and settling before one could qualify to challenge the True Immortal realm.

And yet, Su Li was going to challenge it in a mere half-month?

This was nothing short of a miracle!

Qingyue's heart was filled with admiration and envy, and her resolve to cultivate diligently was further strengthened.

"What, you don't believe me?" Su Li's laughter rang out softly, as if he could see through her heart and strike straight at her soul.

Qingyue was slightly stunned, then said softly, "I am just a bit surprised."

She picked up her teacup and took a small sip, trying to calm the shock within her.

Watching Qingyue's reaction, Su Li couldn't help but feel a bit smug.

He knew that his strength and talent were top-tier, and breaking through to the True Immortal realm was not an unreachable goal for him.

Moreover, he possessed his own secrets and trump cards, which further increased his certainty of breaking through.

A mysterious light flashed in Su Li's eyes as he said softly, "Besides, just because some secrets cannot be told now does not mean they cannot be told later."

Qingyue blinked curiously, seemingly piqued by Su Li's words.

She couldn't help but ask, "Oh? So you have secrets that even I cannot be told?"

Su Li smiled slightly and shook his head, "It is not that I cannot tell you, but the timing is not yet ripe. When the right moment comes, I will surely tell you all my secrets."

Qingyue looked at Su Li's inscrutable expression, her curiosity only deepening.

"Qingyue, I know you might think I'm being a bit too confident." Su Li set down his teacup and looked earnestly into Qingyue's eyes. "But I want to tell you that breaking through to the True Immortal realm is not a difficult task."

Qingyue gazed at Su Li's serious face, the shock in her heart gradually subsiding.

She knew that Su Li was never one to give up easily.

Since he had said such things, there must be reason and basis behind them; furthermore, she believed in Su Li's strength and talent, and she trusted that he would certainly be able to break through to the True Immortal realm.

After bidding farewell to Qingyue, Su Li continued onto the winding path.

Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves to spill upon him, and a gentle breeze brushed against his face, bringing a hint of coolness. He took a deep breath, sensing the freshness and tranquility of nature, his heart filled with peace.

The scenery along the way unfolded before Su Li's eyes one by one.

He admired the beauty and wonder of nature, feeling the exuberance and vitality of life.

It was as if he could hear the breathing of the trees, the singing of the birds, and the murmuring of the distant stream; these sounds wove together into a magnificent symphony, leaving Su Li feeling refreshed and relaxed.