CHAPTER 1029: CHAPTER 782: SECLUDED CULTIVATION FOR 100 YEARS

Due to the method of Divine Union Cultivation brought from the Heart of the Cosmic by the Great Powers, the difficulty for Golden Immortals to break through to Immortal Golden Immortals has been greatly reduced, making the phenomenon of Divine Union Cultivation increasingly common.

Similarly, the nature of this matter has also undergone a change.

Every power holds it in great regard.

As long as two Golden Immortals decide on Divine Union Cultivation, it is basically equivalent to an engagement in the mortal world.

Moreover, it is akin to an ancient engagement in the mortal world.

Thus, the union of Gu Jinlai and Qin Yiren as Daoist Companions quickly became known throughout the Qin family.

Although many in the Qin family felt Gu Jinlai was somewhat unworthy of Qin Yiren, as he was considered quite outstanding himself, coupled with the decision being personally made by the Family Head, the higher-ups of the Qin family had little to say.

The news spread quickly through the Qin family to the surrounding areas.

In less than a month, many forces concerned with the Qin family and Gu Jinlai had already received the relevant information.

...

"The Qin family, a lineage of four Immortals."

The Li Family Ancestor, Li Shaoyan, sighed deeply upon receiving this news.

Gu Jinlai choosing the Qin family was understandable.

The Qin family was indeed stronger than the Li family.

The key was that the Qin family was willing to invest heavily, with two Immortal Artifacts, focusing on nurturing their direct lineage as Immortal Seeds.

He really had nothing to say.

Moreover, Qin Yiren was also quite renowned among the younger generation of the Qin family.

If it weren’t for her impulsive nature and lack of temperament, she might have been included in the Qin family’s list of Immortal Seeds.

Though her temperament was lacking, no one could deny her abundant talent.

At least, compared to her, Li Feiyu was clearly inferior.

With a weaker background and fewer resources, even her Daoist Companion for marriage seemed lacking compared to the other side, so it was understandable why Gu Jinlai chose the Qin family...

The Li family’s loss was not undeserved.

"It seems Gu Jinlai is even more outstanding than I imagined. If I had known earlier, I would have acted sooner."

Li Shaoyan secretly lamented.

However, considering that Li Feiyu was not bad herself and was conversing with Dong Bolai, the top candidate on the Flowing Light Path ranking, and given Dong Bolai’s current performance, which was more impressive than Gu Jinlai’s,

focusing their efforts on Dong Bolai might not disappoint the Li family either.

He immediately inquired: "What is Li Feiyu doing now?"

"The young lady has requested a batch of resources and has gone to East Arrival Peak."

An old servant stepped forward and bowed in response.

"Hmm, tell her to be more attentive and not be capricious again."

Li Shaoyan nodded.

"Yes."

The old servant answered, though he seemed somewhat hesitant to speak further.

"What is it that you want to say?"

Li Shaoyan asked.

"Recently, the young lady’s resource allocation has been very large, exceeding her authorized limits..."

The old servant carefully said.

Li Shaoyan furrowed his brows for a while, then, recalling the Qin family’s generous approach in recruiting Gu Jinlai, he slowly said, "If it exceeds, then let it be. It’s not easy to impress someone like the top candidate on the Flowing Light Path ranking. Keep a close watch and make sure she doesn’t get deceived."

"Yes."

The old servant replied respectfully.

...

On the other side, Li Feiyu had also received the news.

Looking at the final terms given by the Qin family, a look of defiance flashed in her eyes: "Two Immortal Artifacts!? How can a Daoist Master who’s not even ranked in the top three of the candidate list be worth two Immortal Artifacts!?"

She glanced towards East Arrival Peak, seemingly gaining some confidence.

"So what if the Qin family is willing to spend money? Ultimately, they are not like our Li family, a local noble family in the Hidden Dragon Star Domain. Just watch, with our Li family’s support, Dong Bolai will soon step into the Inner Mansion, and once he’s in, it won’t be long before he becomes an Honorable Daoist. When he achieves the state of an Honorable Daoist and you’re still struggling to climb the candidate list, you’ll realize what opportunity you missed by passing on our Li family."

With this thought in mind, Li Feiyu had already made up her mind that in the future, no matter what, she would ensure that Dong Bolai surpasses Gu Jinlai.

...

The news of Gu Jinlai and Qin Yiren becoming Daoist Companions stirred up more than just a ripple within Gu Jinlai’s social circle; it also caught the attention of another prominent figure from the Qin family.

Yanhuang Star Domain.

One of the 108 Star Domains of the New Fire Star Sea.

And every individual who can assume the position of Domain Master is, without exception, a true Sealed Border Official, wielding immense power.

Qin Yuyan was such a figure.

Whether from the Fire Cloud Palace, as a direct disciple of Emperor Yan, or with a Thousand Epoch Cultivation, she has become a true top-tier powerhouse.

The phrase "pride of heaven" doesn’t even begin to describe her.

Her level has far surpassed the terms "prodigy," "genius," or "monster," becoming a true big shot, a power holder, a giant.

With a single command, she could mobilize dozens of Immortal Golden Immortals to follow her will, and her influence could determine the rise and fall of significant forces like Ziliu Mountain or the Li family.

Her concerns also go beyond the Great Dao Golden Immortal; only matters involving Immortal Golden Immortals, Evil Gods, or Divine Spirits would catch her attention.

The main reason she took notice of Gu Jinlai was due to Qin Yiren, this outstanding junior of the Qin family.

At this moment, this Sealed Border Official, whose status outweighed the Qin Family Ancestor’s, was reviewing a Jade Scroll.

Beside her stood three people.

One was the Minister Elder of the Fire Cloud Palace, who was also her right-hand aide, Wei Qingqing, whom she helped enter the domain of Honorable Daoists.

The second was the Qin family’s Immortal Seed, an unparalleled genius Qin Zhengfang, who had gained the status of True Disciple of the Fire Cloud Palace.

The last was a Steward of the Qin family, yet he was of the same generation as Qin Daosheng, Qin Daozhen.

One Immortal, two Golden Immortals.