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Chapter 124: Intoxicated Immortal Tower, A Dagger Revealed! It's Me... Foster Father, Save Me! (Part
Chapter 124: Intoxicated Immortal Tower, A Dagger Revealed! It's Me... Foster Father, Save Me! (Part 1)
"Fellow Daoist, have you been in the Southwest Region recently?"
"Have you heard about the gathering of talents at the Intoxicated Immortal Tower?"
"How about we go together?"
After returning to the Southwest Region, Lu Ming received a message from Xiao Ling'er.
"A gathering of talents, initiated by the Princess of Qianyuan Immortal Dynasty? This is probably aimed at Xiao Ling'er." Lu Ming stroked his chin in deep thought.
"However, she's from the North Region, and in the Southwest Region, she probably doesn't have much influence. Unless she has the help of Boiling Sheep Sheep, but you can never be sure with a creature like that."
"And it's not just Boiling Sheep Sheep, the Qianyuan Immortal Dynasty is still considered above first-rate, a force under the Holy Land."
"If Holy Lands are considered Tier 0, and first-rate sects are Tier 1, then the Qianyuan Immortal Dynasty is Tier 0.5. It's not impossible for a first-rate sect to collude with them or even directly call them 'Your Highness'."
"Forget it, let's go then."
"If there are no surprises, I'll just watch the spectacle."
"If it comes to a point where I need to take action, I won't hold back."
Soon, Lu Ming made his decision and arranged to meet Xiao Ling'er at the Intoxicated Immortal Tower.
"But speaking of which, a gathering of talents like this shouldn't be boring, right?"
"Perhaps, there might even be unexpected gains?"
"For example, discovering a few main character templates?"
"..."
However, Lu Ming was also well aware that this was basically impossible.
Main character templates are generally divided into two categories.
One is the invincible and talented template, where the protagonist is portrayed as exceptionally strong, domineering, and awe-inspiring from the start.
The other is the pseudo-weak template.
If it's the former, such talents would have already found their place.
If it's the latter...
Hmm...
We are all talents, but you, as a waste, have no right to attend this gathering!
If they have already shed the waste title and become talents or prodigies, they are also mostly spoken for.
As for the others, such as the survivalist and leftover streams, they generally wouldn't attend such gatherings unless there are special circumstances.
So, it's not absolutely impossible.
It's just that the chances are incredibly slim.
Time passed...
On this day, at the Intoxicated Immortal Tower.
The usually bustling tower was surprisingly quiet today, but its decorations and details were even more splendid and exquisite than usual.
"Huh?"
A passing cultivator was puzzled, "Why is the Intoxicated Immortal Tower so quiet today?"
"You don't understand, do you?" A knowledgeable cultivator chuckled disdainfully, "Are you from out of town?"
"Yes, from the North."
"I see."
The knowledgeable cultivator immediately showed contempt.
Another outsider from the countryside, coming to the Imperial Capital to beg? "Since you're an outsider, it's understandable that you don't know."
"The Intoxicated Immortal Tower is usually lively, but today, it's temporarily closed to guests. Everything is prepared for tonight's gathering of talents!"
Upon hearing this, a crowd immediately gathered around.
"A gathering of talents?"
After all, this was the Imperial Capital, a bustling and vibrant place with countless opportunities, attracting numerous outsiders with various intentions.
They were somewhat out of touch with the latest news and didn't know what was happening.
Seeing this, the knowledgeable cultivator straightened his chest and spoke louder.
In the eyes of the locals, he might be insignificant, someone anyone could step on.
But in his eyes, these outsiders from the countryside...
Hmph.
They were nothing.
He relished the feeling of being the center of attention and spoke loudly, "Indeed, a gathering of talents!"
"This gathering is initiated by the Princess of the Qianyuan Immortal Dynasty!"
"The Princess has invited us, the talents of the Southwest Region, to gather and exchange ideas over drinks and martial arts!"
"This is a grand event among talents!"
"The Princess has brought several talents, and her own talent is also considered peerless."
"Moreover, it is said that over ten Holy Son-level figures will be attending the gathering."
"The Spirit Sword Sect, Moon Embrace Sect, Vermillion Jade Cave, Jade Void Sect..."
"Not only will these first-rate sects send their Holy Sons, but they will also bring numerous ranked disciples to participate."
"Not only that, but talents from all over the Southwest Region are also flocking to the gathering. When the time comes, how many powerful cultivators and talents will be there?"
"You outsiders will never see so many talents in your entire life!"
The knowledgeable cultivator looked up, "This grand gathering has booked the entire Intoxicated Immortal Tower."
"Do you think you're qualified to enter?"
He sneered, "If you want to enter, you can."
"Do you see that stone tablet over there?"
"That's the age and cultivation level detection tablet."
"As long as you're under a hundred years old and have reached the fifth level of the fifth stage, you can enter and participate."
"Do you meet these requirements?"
Hiss!!!
Upon hearing this, everyone was shocked.
"This gathering of talents is so astonishing?"
"I've seen many gatherings of talents, but... I've never seen Holy Son-level figures."
"Hmph, you call this a gathering of talents? More like a gathering of ants!"
"In the Imperial Capital, being a hundred years old and not reaching the fifth level of the fifth stage means you don't even qualify to enter."
The knowledgeable cultivator sneered repeatedly, feeling a sense of superiority.
But...
No one came forward to rebuke or refute him.
Because it was truly astonishing.
Being a hundred years old is no different from being a child.
After all, ordinary people can live up to two hundred years, and for talents, a hundred years is just a short period in their long lives if they aren't killed.
But...
The requirements for the gathering were indeed a bit abnormal.
Reaching the fifth level of the fifth stage at a hundred years old is considered top-notch talent elsewhere. Even if not peerless, it's still impressive.
The fifth level of the fifth stage? That's definitely the level of peerless talents, at least in most other regions.
But here, it's barely enough to qualify for entry?
This shocked them, even causing their faces to pale.
They couldn't help but wonder if the Imperial Capital and their hometown were like two different worlds.
"Why would there be such a huge difference?"
"I know what you're thinking."
Dung Ge exuded an air of superiority and chuckled, "Can't believe it, questioning life, questioning the world?"
"But I'll tell you."
"This, is the Imperial Capital!"
"All your past experiences and knowledge will be overturned in the Imperial Capital."
"Once, the peak in your eyes, in the Imperial Capital..."
"Hehe."
He pointed at the stele, "Perhaps, you don't even have the qualifications to enter."
The crowd fell silent.
This was too demoralizing.
But if what this person said was true...
At that moment, a man and a woman approached the stele, walking side by side.
The man was handsome, and the woman was beautiful. They embraced each other and walked towards the stele. They were clearly a couple.
"Brother Wu."
Xiao Shan smiled, "We might have come a bit too early."
"Should I go, or should you?"
"I'll go."
Tang Wu chuckled, "Cloud Enveloping!"
A soul ring appeared, and the cloud-entwined vine wrapped around the stele. After a moment, the stele glowed brightly.
"Welcome."
Two maidservants flew out from the magnificent and grand Intoxicated Immortal Tower, expressing their welcome with its golden and jade splendor.
"May I ask for your names?"
"Moonlit Sect."
"Tang Wu."
"Xiao Shan."
"Please..."
The two entered.
The onlookers were amazed.
"They are high-ranking disciples of the Moonlit Sect!"
"The Moonlit Sect is currently one of the top-tier sects!"
"Are they ranked disciples of the Moonlit Sect?"
"Look, there must be more Talents coming!"
This was a big deal. Even if they couldn't get in themselves, it was still good to watch the commotion.
They didn't leave, instead gathering outside to watch, and the crowd grew larger.
They didn't need to worry about missing anything.
After all, they were cultivators, and most of them were at least at the Third Stage or higher. With a sweep of their divine senses, they could see everything clearly.
As time passed, more and more Talents arrived, and the crowd of onlookers also grew.
Every time a Talent appeared and effortlessly displayed battle prowess surpassing the fifth level of the Fifth Stage, it would elicit exclamations of surprise.
However, as night fell, not a single Holy Son-level figure had appeared, and someone hesitantly asked, "Brother, is your information inaccurate?"
Dung Ge frowned, "What did you say?!"
"Brother, you said that at least ten Holy Son-level Talents would come, but why haven't we seen even one by now?"
"Could it be..."
"They all want to make a grand entrance at the end?"
The crowd smiled in understanding.
This wasn't something rare.
It was just a grand finale.
Some people liked to pay attention to these details, but it wasn't like everyone would do the same, right?
Dung Ge coldly laughed, "What a joke."
"Do you think that a dignified Holy Son-level figure would need to prove their strength to enter, just like these ordinary Talents?"
"Or do you think that any Holy Son wouldn't be able to meet the requirements?"
The crowd was stunned.
"Then... naturally not."
"A Holy Son would naturally have exceptional strength."
"A Holy Son, I've never seen such a figure, I wouldn't even dare to imagine it!"
"So, would a Holy Son endure such humiliation?" Seeing their unnatural expressions, Dung Ge coldly smiled, "Why would they need to prove themselves?"
"The name of a Holy Son represents everything!"
"They have already entered through a special channel, do you even deserve to see them?"
His words were not polite.
But no one dared to refute.
Holy Son-level Talents, to some extent, were already equivalent to 'Immortals' in status.
At the very least, they possessed the bearing of an Immortal!
"Someone else has arrived."
A voice exclaimed in surprise.
A young man approached the stele, carrying a bundle of... weeds. He didn't make a move, but instead took out a sound transmission jade talisman and asked cheerfully, "Have you arrived?"
"..."
"Who is this young man? Why doesn't he have any sword intent despite carrying a sword, and why is he holding a bundle of weeds? Is he from another region?"
"Well, he is indeed from another region."
Someone in the crowd whispered, "This person is the contemporary Sword Child of the Spirit Sword Sect, a genuine Holy Son-level Talent. It is said that he possesses the terrifying Sword Spirit Holy Physique!"
The crowd: "???"
Dung Ge's scalp went numb, and he was dumbfounded.
Are you slapping me in the face?!
I just finished boasting, saying that Holy Son-level figures wouldn't appear here, and then you show up, looking so cheerful... You're making me feel so anxious!
Not long after, Xiao Ling'er, Huo Yun'er, Wang Teng, and Lu Ming arrived together.
As the crowd was still in a daze, the Sword Child suddenly exclaimed in surprise, "Lu Ming, you're here too?!"
He approached Lu Ming, his eyes filled with excitement, "Xiao Ling'er, I haven't had the chance to ask, but who are these two?"
"My junior brother, Wang Teng. Please keep this matter to ourselves."
"My bestie, Huo Yun'er, let's join in on the fun."
After exchanging greetings, Wang Teng seemed distracted, his eyes constantly glancing towards the Intoxicated Immortal Tower.
He was pondering whether he could he successfully find a Chaotic Ancient on this trip?
"Three-Leaf."
Lu Ming took the Three-Leaf, and it immediately trembled with excitement, sword energy flying in all directions.
"Hahaha, I knew you'd come, and I've missed you too."
It wasn't a long-awaited reunion, but Lu Ming and Three-Leaf were both in high spirits, and he keenly noticed that Three-Leaf had changed!
Not only was the fourth leaf now robust, but his 'cultivation' and sword skills had also improved rapidly!
How much time had passed?
Lu Ming couldn't help but sigh, "You've become stronger."
"Of course."
The Sword Child muttered, "Now I understand why my master told me not to fight against someone of the same level. On the way here, I fought it three times. Guess what happened?"
"What?"
Everyone's interest was piqued.
The onlookers also perked up their ears.
The Sword Child smiled helplessly, "In the three fights, the total time didn't even exceed an incense stick's worth of time."
"In the first fight, it used three sword moves."
"In the second fight, two sword moves."
"The third match, one sword."
The spectators nodded in agreement.
Was this not obvious?
It was just a weed, and even with some sword skills, facing you, how many swords could it possibly use? Being defeated by three swords was already impressive.
But you are Jianzi!
Just as this thought arose, they heard Jianzi speak, "It was just one sword, and I was defeated. I must improve my realm to defend against it, or else I would have suffered severe injuries."
He shook his head and said, "These days, my master has been carrying it around, eating and sleeping with it, and even personally feeding it with swords. He even took it to our sect's treasure trove and fed it countless rare and precious treasures."
"This treatment, I've never even heard of such a thing..."
Everyone was shocked!
Whether it was Dongge or the spectators, they were all stunned, their eyes wide as they looked at Sanyue.
A mere weed...
Defeating a sword master of the same realm with a single sword?
That was a Holy Son-level talent, a Saint Body powerhouse!
What?!
Before they could recover from their shock, they saw Lu Ming smiling and saying, "Well, I should thank you for that, but..."
"If I remember correctly, the Spirit Sword Sect Master, the current Sword Master, is none other than the sword genius, Rao Zhirou, right? You want the same treatment as Sanyue, to eat and sleep with the Sword Master?"
"Ah!"
"I didn't realize you, a sword master, were so mischievous!"
Jianzi was taken aback, then quickly waved his hands, "I didn't mean it that way, don't speak nonsense."
The crowd was even more amused.
What a guy! What kind of person was Lu Ming?
Teasing Jianzi to his face, even bringing up the Sword Master, and Jianzi didn't seem angry at all, instead offering an explanation?
This...
Incredible!
Absolutely incredible!
"Haha, don't take it to heart."
Lu Ming waved his hand, "Shall we go in?"
"Okay!"
Jianzi nodded and they entered together, but were stopped by two female attendants.
These attendants, despite their young age, possessed Fifth Stage cultivation and were undoubtedly geniuses.
They smiled gently and spoke with determination, "According to the rules, Jianzi may come and go as he pleases, but you must prove your strength before entering."
Lu Ming and the others didn't find this unusual.
The rules were clear, and demonstrating their strength wasn't a problem.
But Jianzi was suddenly anxious.
"Are you trying to shame my Holy Son?
(End of Chapter)
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