Bachelor [EN]: Chapter 1059

Just as the old woman was about to speak to Han Li, a thunderous voice suddenly echoed from the side.

“Senior Han, would you consider accepting us as disciples as well?”

The startled old woman turned to see Hai Daixiao, the soft-bodied cultivator, standing beside her. Hai Daixiao’s eyes were fixed on Han Li, his nervous expression revealing his eagerness.

“Hahaha, you wish to become my disciples!”

Han Li, seeing Hai Daixiao’s eagerness, burst into laughter, neither immediately refusing nor accepting their request.

“Hehe, can we take that as a half-acceptance, Senior?”

Seeing this, Qi Lingzi also grew bolder and joined in with a chuckle. The young Daoist knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for him and Hai Daixiao. There was nothing better than becoming a disciple of a Fusion stage cultivator.

Moreover, since they were much closer to Han Li, they couldn’t miss this chance and decided to try their luck, even if it meant being a bit shameless.

“The matter of taking you as my masters is not urgent, so we can discuss it later. For now, follow me during the Myriad Treasures Assembly.”

“We understand that you need time to consider, Senior! Although I may not have other abilities, my loyalty is overflowing, so you don’t need to worry.”

Hai Daixiao replied, not showing any disappointment but rather excitement.

“I will also never let you down!”

Qi Lingzi bowed three times to Han Li and stood up with a face full of smiles. However, Han Li just smiled wryly and nodded and shook his head. No one knew what he was thinking.

“I have removed the cold poison from Gua’er’s body, so she won’t have a relapse within a year. Prepare slowly, and I will come to pick her up after the Myriad Treasures Assembly ends. Also, let the child always carry this Flame Yang Jade. It won’t eliminate the cold poison, but it will protect her body and save her life in times of danger. Also, give her two of these Yang Essence Pills every day.”

After speaking, Han Li took out a red jade pendant and a jade-colored medicine bottle from his sleeve and placed them on the table.

The jade pendant emanated a tremendous spiritual energy, and the Yang Essence Pills were a precious holy medicine for cultivation that any cultivator in the Spirit Realm would recognize. Madam Evil Flower repeatedly expressed her gratitude on behalf of Gua’er and carefully collected the items.

Hai Daixiao and Qi Lingzi were openly envious when they saw Han Li generously bestowing gifts as soon as he took in a nominal disciple. Seeing this, Han Li chuckled inwardly and took out two more medicine bottles, throwing them to them as well.

“I don’t know if you will be able to join my sect in the future, but since we have formed a bond by traveling together, I will give you these. One is a pill to strengthen your bones and muscles, and the other is a pill to enhance your magical power.”

“Thank you, Senior.”

Hai Daixiao and Qi Lingzi grinned from ear to ear, realizing that their choice had been right. They had already obtained precious spirit pills even before becoming formal disciples!

Han Li did not stay there long and, after finishing his business, left with Hai Daixiao and Qi Lingzi. The flying chariot carrying the three of them slowly flew towards Mount Guxian.

“Senior Han, where do you plan to go now? Should we find a suitable place to set up a temporary residence?”

Qi Lingzi asked, looking at Mount Guxian in the distance.

“There is no need for that. Although Mount Guxian prohibits outsiders, if I wish to enter, they will naturally welcome me.”

“Indeed, Senior Han would not settle for a residence on the outskirts like ordinary cultivators!”

“That’s right. Surely a magnificent and splendid residence will be assigned to Senior, right? You and I are broadening our horizons thanks to Senior.”

Hai Daixiao and Qi Lingzi flattered him with beaming smiles, and Han Li, knowing they were doing it on purpose, chuckled but said nothing more.

Not long after, as the flying chariot approached Mount Guxian, a navy blue sea of clouds blocked their path. They had covered quite a distance quickly, thanks to the top-grade flying magical artifact they were using.

Han Li stepped on the flying chariot to stop it and then stretched out both hands towards the sea of clouds.

*Clang!*

Two streaks of golden lightning shot out and disappeared into the sea of clouds.

*Bang! Bang!*

Two explosions echoed from within the navy blue sea of clouds, and the thick clouds began to churn. A moment later, a strange beast’s cry was heard from within the sea of clouds, and a man hurriedly shouted.

“Who dares to attack the restriction here! Don’t you know that this place has been designated as a forbidden area since three months ago!”

The navy blue sea of clouds split in two, and a large passage opened up, revealing soldiers riding giant beasts.

The burly men wore white bone armor on their upper bodies and colorful leather pants on their lower bodies, carrying large square bone shields and black spears.

The beasts they rode were wolves with large wings, and lightning flickered from their fur, giving them a mystical appearance. What was strange was that no magical power fluctuations could be felt from the guards stationed here. They were soldiers composed of high-level soft-bodied cultivators at the Core Formation stage, which was a rare sight.

As Han Li stood on the flying chariot and looked down at them, the four soldiers flinched. The tallest of them stopped his beast at the edge of the sea of clouds upon seeing him.

“You must be the Thunder Guards, renowned in the Profound Martial Realm! You truly live up to your reputation. But the presence of the Thunder Guards here means that the Hegemon cultivator has already entered Mount Guxian?”

His bold tone surprised the soldiers, who could no longer act arrogantly. The burly man at the front bowed respectfully and spoke.

“We are indeed the Hegemon Lord’s Thunder Guards, but the Lord has not yet arrived here. Our unit came to Mount Guxian first to maintain order. If it’s not too much to ask, may we know your esteemed name, Senior?”

“Haha, you might have heard my name! The Hegemon Lord once sent someone to invite me to the Hegemon Palace, but I declined due to circumstances.”

“What? Then, are you Senior Han Li, who recently reached the Fusion stage?”

“Oh, you know me?”

Contrary to Han Li’s expectations, the burly man knew his name very well. Only then did Han Li examine the burly man, sensing a faint glow of treasures from his body. He seemed to possess several useful treasures, setting him apart from other soft-bodied cultivators.

“My grandfather is one of the Hegemon Lord’s close aides. I heard your esteemed name through him.”

The burly man hurriedly explained, noticing Han Li’s questioning gaze.

“A close aide of the Hegemon! I have heard of them as well. They are said to be top-grade soft-bodied cultivators, each with a physical strength comparable to top-grade treasures and possessing the power to support the heavens.”

“It is true that my grandfather has some reputation, but how can he compare to you, Senior? You must be tired from your long journey. I will guide you inside. How about going to the Immortal Welcoming Palace to rest for a while?”

The burly man, despite his rugged appearance, seemed to have a meticulous side. He asked politely with a smile.

“Hearing you say that, I do feel a bit tired. Lead the way!”

“Yes, Senior!”

The four soldiers bowed respectfully and stepped aside, and Han Li led the flying chariot into the sea of clouds. The sea of clouds was not very deep, and following the guidance of the soft-bodied cultivator soldiers, they soon arrived at a huge mountain peak.

“Of the nine peaks of Mount Guxian, we and the demon race each manage four. The highest peak, Flying Immortal Peak, is a free zone where neither race usually stations soldiers. The venue for this Myriad Treasures Assembly is Flying Immortal Peak.

Currently, cultivators proficient in the earth-attribute techniques of the human and demon races are working day and night to decorate Flying Immortal Peak. Of course, since one peak cannot accommodate all the cultivators of both races, the other eight peaks will also be opened during the Myriad Treasures Assembly, and subsidiary venues will be set up to allow everyone to participate.

Even so, Mount Guxian will be overflowing with cultivators when the time comes. Every time the Myriad Treasures Assembly is held, more than a million cultivators gather. But I heard that this assembly will be a bit different from the previous ones.”

The burly man explained the general situation of Mount Guxian and the Myriad Treasures Assembly while guiding Han Li.

“How is it different?”

“It’s just something I overheard, so I’m not sure. Please don’t blame me later if it’s wrong information.”

“Don’t worry. Information is something you have to judge for yourself.”

Han Li glanced at the hesitant man and said calmly.

“I heard that this Myriad Treasures Assembly will have participants from other races who will put up treasures from their races for auction.”

“Other races? Could it be the nearby Wood Race, Spirit Race, or perhaps the Barbarian Race or Yaksha Race?”

“I don’t know about that. How much information can a regular Thunder Guard know?”

“That’s true. Here, this is a Vitality Replenishing Pill. Take one every few days, and it will extend your lifespan. If you hear any other useful news, come find me. I will not be stingy with rewards.”

“Thank you, Senior! I will report to you as soon as I hear any other news.”

The burly man’s face lit up at the mention of the ‘Vitality Replenishing Pill,’ and he accepted the medicine bottle. His voice was trembling. The other three soldiers also quickly bowed and received their bottles.

After that, Han Li waved his hand to dismiss the soldiers and fell into thought. The soldiers, sensing this, wisely did not disturb him. After flying for a while longer, they arrived at the foot of a mountain peak where huge pavilions and mansions were built in a row.

Among them, a palace made of white jade stood out, consisting of ten floors, and around it were over a hundred beautiful pavilions.

“This is the Immortal Welcoming Palace. Fusion stage seniors can use an entire floor with their disciples, and each floor has a teleportation array that allows you to move directly to the common hall on the first floor without passing through the lower floors.

The surrounding pavilions were originally prepared for Void Refinement stage seniors, but since only Fusion stage seniors can enter Mount Guxian now, they are empty. Each mountain peak has an Immortal Welcoming Palace prepared to accommodate Fusion stage seniors.”

The burly man introduced the place with sincerity.

“Are there any cultivators already staying in the Immortal Welcoming Palace?”

“The Myriad Bones True Immortal arrived a month ago and is staying with his disciples.”

“The Myriad Bones True Immortal, I’ve heard of him. He was originally a rogue cultivator who founded the Myriad Bones Sect about ten thousand years ago. He must have great ambitions.”

“The Myriad Bones Sect is quite a powerful force within our Profound Martial Realm. The fact that the Myriad Bones Sect grew to be among the top ten sects in such a short time is all thanks to Senior Myriad Bones’s divine powers. Ah, Senior Myriad Bones is staying on the highest floor of the Immortal Welcoming Palace. Which floor would you like to stay on, Senior? I will inform the chief manager of the Immortal Welcoming Palace right away.”

While they were talking, the four Thunder Guards and Han Li’s group arrived at the gate of the white jade palace. Several soldiers in blue armor stood guard there.

The burly man hurried down and approached the soldiers, whispering something while pointing towards Han Li. The expression of the blue-armored soldier, who had been standing expressionlessly, changed in an instant, and he bowed to Han Li before rushing inside the gate.

The burly man returned to Han Li’s side and spoke.

“Senior Han, we have not yet completed our patrol, so we cannot stay here long. The chief manager of the Immortal Welcoming Palace will come out soon to personally welcome you, so we will take our leave now.”

The burly man and the other soldiers bowed and left.