We Agreed On Experiencing Life, So Why Did You Immortals Become Real? - Chapter 153

Chapter 153 Jiang Li’s Selection

He had gone to the River of Time to search for the Ancient and Modern Sword, but the Ji family ancestor had left a wooden box with a message telling him not to look for him.

The Ji family ancestor, Emperor Shun, was self-evidently the Ancient and Modern Sword.

Jiang Li speculated that during the Immortal Artifact Appreciation Conference, the Ancient and Modern Sword had been sent into the River of Time by him, undergoing some unknown transformation, returning to the past and becoming the Ji family ancestor.

“Gujin Sword, I remember you said that your ancestor’s remains, left behind upon his ascension, were forged with supreme magical power?”

“Yes,” Ji Zhi said, unsure why Jiang Li suddenly brought this up.

“So I’m refining myself?” Jiang Li questioned.

Furthermore, judging by the note, he would enter the River of Time in the future to search for the Ancient and Modern Sword. Otherwise, the Ji family ancestor wouldn’t have had to be so wary of him.

“Do you think it’s possible for me to enter the River of Time?”

Ji Zhi looked Jiang Li up and down: “Wait, when I reach the Tribulation Crossing Stage, I can take you into the River of Time.”

“…I’d rather rely on your daughter than on you. By the way, what exactly is the River of Time like? Is your ancestor the only fish?”

“The River of Time is literally a river made up of time. The upstream is the past, and the downstream is the future. Every drop of water in the river represents a time period. When all the time periods come together, they form a river.”

“The ancestors once said that all time in the heavens and myriad worlds is manifested in the River of Time. The place where the River of Time is located is not a certain world, but an existence that transcends all worlds. Therefore, the Way of Time is the most special of all ‘Taos’.”

Ji Zhi explained further: “You see, the Way of Space has no corresponding River of Space, the Way of Cause and Effect has no corresponding River of Cause and Effect, and the Way of Dreams has no corresponding River of Dreams.”

“There are fish in the River of Time, and only fish, and our ancestor was one of them. But they’re just fish, devoid of intelligence. The only difference between them and the fish in rivers, lakes, and seas is that they live in the River of Time. I wonder how our ancestor developed such intelligence.”

This was what puzzled Ji Zhi. Logically, his ancestor should have known, but the notes he left behind contained no record of it, as if he were deliberately avoiding the issue.

Jiang Li wondered what it could be, perhaps the Yin-Yang Heavenly Seal had opened your ancestor’s eyes.

“By the way, what did the box say? Did it contain a method for entering the River of Time?” This was what Ji Zhi wanted to know most.

“No,” Jiang Li replied succinctly.

“Is that so?” Ji Zhi was a little disappointed. He had expected to see some unusual method, a method that defied convention and allowed one to enter the River of Time.

But he immediately remembered something else: “So you’re free now? How about a favor?”

“What?”

“I want to promote the compatibility between cultivators and spiritual treasures. I’m planning to hold a conference for all of Jiuzhou. It’s limited to those below the Nascent Soul stage, and I’m inviting all the major factions to attend. Spiritual treasures can be brought, but their power cannot exceed the level of their owners.”

Ji Zhi’s rules were reasonable. Otherwise, a Jindan cultivator carrying an intelligent Dao weapon could sweep the field. That wouldn’t be about the compatibility between cultivator and spiritual treasure, but rather about whose spiritual treasure is more powerful, putting the cart before the horse.

“Then what do you want me to do? Participate in a competition?”

“…You dare say that? Of course, I want you to support the conference, to make it more authoritative and persuasive.”

Jiang Li thought for a moment before agreeing. As far as he knew, this conference was the largest spiritual treasure conference in Jiuzhou. Other dynasties might have similar ideas, but none had held them. The Great Zhou was hosting it to serve as a reference for the other dynasties and a signal to the cultivators.

His support would demonstrate the Human Emperor Palace’s stance and expand its influence.

Now that the Spirit Treasure Method and Spirit Treasure Contract have begun to show results, the average cultivator’s combat power has increased by 20% compared to before. If they can achieve a spiritual connection with their spirit treasures, their combat power can be even higher. All cultivators are actively exploring how to best coordinate with them.

The Great Zhou Dynasty’s hosting of the conference is perfectly in line with this trend, fueling the passion within the cultivators and making it burn even more fiercely.

It’s easy to imagine how many unprecedented combat methods utilizing spirit treasures will be unveiled at this conference.

“I have a few candidates I’d like to have participate in the conference, is that okay?”

The people Jiang Li had chosen were naturally the most exceptional of the best. Such participation would only elevate the conference’s value and enhance its atmosphere. Ji Zhi had no reason to refuse: “Of course.”

With Ji Zhi’s approval, Jiang Li felt relieved to go find them.

…

“You want me to participate in the conference?” Yu Yintan opened her mouth slightly, thinking she had misheard.

She hadn’t participated in such a competition in centuries. In her impression, such conferences were only for mid- to low-level cultivators. When would someone like her, who was at the Tribulation Crossing stage, be able to participate?

Had they considered the feelings of the other cultivators?

“Of course, I’ve got Ji Zhi’s permission,” Jiang Li nodded, explaining to Yu Yin, “You see, the purpose of the tournament is to foster harmony between cultivators and spiritual treasures. If anyone has the highest harmony with spiritual treasures today, it’s undoubtedly you.”

“My master and I are in perfect sync. No one can compare!” The Ruyi Gourd, now under Yu Yin’s feet, loudly proclaimed its loyalty.

Yu Yin didn’t know what had triggered the Ruyi Gourd, but after gaining intelligence, it frequently requested that she step on it.

It felt a bit perverse. Yu Yin looked at the Ruyi Gourd with a hint of disdain, unaware that this look only excites it further.

“Honestly.” Yu Yin and Jiang Li were old rivals, and she knew this fellow must have other motives. For

a cultivator like her to participate in the competition was like bullying a child, and it could easily lead to trouble. Ji Zhi’s expression would probably be quite interesting. As the Emperor, she had to consider her relationship with the Great Zhou.

“While holding the tournament, invite all the Tribulation Crossing Stage cultivators to participate. Everyone else has agreed, leaving you alone.”

Yu Yin’s eyes lit up, and she immediately agreed. Ji Zhi, what Ji Zhi?

Since she reached the Tribulation Crossing Stage, she had never fought against another Tribulation Crossing Stage cultivator. This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so of course she had to participate.

“Isn’t it limited to the Nascent Soul Stage?”

“Why not just lower your realm to the Nascent Soul Stage?”

…

“Old Bai, the Great Zhou is holding a convention, and I plan to have all the Tribulation Crossing Stage cultivators participate. Everyone else has agreed, so you’re the only one left.”

“Go, I’ll definitely go!”

…

“Sword Lord, how’s your recovery? I’ve found a reason for you to challenge Bai Hongtu. The Great Zhou is holding a convention, and Bai Hongtu is participating, so why don’t you join too?” With

a single strike of his sword, the Sword Lord agreed.

…

“Li Er, everyone’s participating, so we’re just waiting for you.”

…

“Commander Liu… Oh, you still need to sit in the Human Emperor Palace. Forget it.”

“…Aren’t you, the Human Emperor, supposed to sit in the Human Emperor Palace? Why are you acting like it’s my job?”

(End of Chapter)