No Money To Cultivate Immortality? Chapter 266: The Assistance of Xinghuo Immortal - Novel Cool

Chapter 266: The Assistance of Xinghuo Immortal

Zhang Yu swiftly waved his hands before him, his movements rapid and precise. When he looked through his Original left eye, he saw a blur of motion—residual afterimages trailing behind each movement. But when he switched to his right eye, enhanced by the Shican Modong, the same rapid hand motions appeared crystal clear. Every wrinkle on his palm was distinct, as if time itself had slowed down around his hands.

The more Zhang Yu focused, the more pronounced the sensation of the world decelerating became. At the same time, he felt the Shican Modong drawing more and more Martial Energy from his body to sustain its function.

Zhang Yu silently estimated: "The stronger the slowing effect, the greater the consumption of Martial Energy. At maximum, the entire world would seem to move ten times slower in my eyes. With my current reserves, combined with Qi Hai Linggen’s constant recovery, I can maintain this for about an hour."

He gave a small nod. This ability was similar to the Full Concentration technique from Tianwu Cultivation of the Heart Scripture, but far superior—greater control, clearer vision, a much stronger slowdown, and a significantly longer duration.

With a mere thought, Zhang Yu withdrew from the slowed state. The world snapped back to normal speed.

He then moved his arms and legs again, feeling a sudden wave of weakness ripple through his entire body. This was due to the removal of Jiaolong Lingqi, which had temporarily boosted his Physical Strength Level by one rank. Stretching his limbs, Zhang Yu murmured to himself: "After all, it was only temporary power. Better to get rid of it early and get used to it sooner."

Meanwhile, Bai Zhenzhen had also completed her procedure. With a flicker of motion, she vanished—then reappeared instantly in different corners of the room, leaving behind a trail of afterimages like a storm of wind and lightning.

Bai Zhenzhen grinned: "Yu-zi! This thing is amazing!"

But the next moment, she winced and stopped mid-motion. "Nope, nope… my Martial Energy’s being drained dry, and my bones are starting to ache."

Zhang Yu said, "A Zhen, the money’s already enough. Find a time soon and prepare for Foundation Establishment."

Bai Zhenzhen nodded eagerly. Once she acquired the Celestial Spirit Root, its protective aura would allow her to use her Zhen Linggen to initiate Foundation Establishment.

After giving them a few final tips on using Spirit Armor, Xinghuo Immortal turned and left with them.

As they stepped out of the entrance of Luzhou Tower, Zhang Yu and Bai Zhenzhen bowed deeply in gratitude. Then, they both hesitantly brought up the idea of transferring money as a token of thanks.

"You want to give me a reward?" Xinghuo Immortal looked at them, a flicker of understanding crossing his face. He chuckled. "You two little rascals… are you worried I might have ulterior motives? Trying to test whether I’d sign a contract with you, or exploit you like Wang Yin did?"

Seeing their expressions shift, Xinghuo Immortal added with a smile: "Hah, good instinct. I hope you keep this kind of caution in the future."

"But don’t worry. I don’t have those intentions now—though I might have once. Now? Not anymore."

He explained: "You’re not Yu Xinghan. With your potential, once you enter university, you’ll undoubtedly shine brightly."

"If I tried to chain you down or force a contract, I’d only anger the powerful figures who’d want to invest in you later. I’d become a thorn in their side—someone they’d have to eliminate before they could back you."

"It’s like a greedy investor clinging too tightly to a promising startup, eventually choking it to death. In the end, they’re the ones who get crushed."

Xinghuo Immortal chuckled: "Besides, I’m just giving you guidance. I’m not investing money into you. If you ever become famous, just mention my name now and then. That’d be enough for me."

Hearing this, Zhang Yu and Bai Zhenzhen exchanged a glance, then both dropped to one knee in unison.

"Master!"

Xinghuo Immortal nodded in satisfaction. "I’m only here on a brief break. I’ve got to get back to work."

"Study the Foundation Establishment Stage Technique you’ve acquired. I’ll begin guiding you properly in a few days."

Watching Xinghuo Immortal’s retreating figure, Bai Zhenzhen turned to Zhang Yu and asked, "Yu-zi, what’s next?"

Zhang Yu thought for a moment. "First, pay back the debt. Once that’s done, I’ll help you with Foundation Establishment."

For the next few days, Zhang Yu took time whenever he could, repaying each loan in full at 1.3 times the original amount. With the additional 36 million from Luzhou Group now deposited into their accounts, his confidence in repayment grew even stronger.

Beyond repaying the 1.3x loans, he and Bai Zhenzhen cleared all their previous debts across various platforms in one go—no more outstanding obligations.

After repaying nearly 80 million in total, Zhang Yu’s account was nearly empty. But Bai Zhenzhen’s remained well-stocked—more than enough to afford the Celestial Spirit Root.

When the Celestial Spirit Root arrived, and after spending over forty minutes in preparation, Bai Zhenzhen’s Martial Energy surged violently. Her muscles and tendons cracked and groaned, and her Spirit Energy erupted in chaotic fury. Finally, she stepped into the Foundation Establishment stage.

As she did, a pale blue mark appeared on her lower abdomen—shaping itself slowly into a blooming lotus, like a radiant blue lotus unfurling.

At the same time, the Spirit Root within her dantian transformed from a seed into a vibrant, dew-laden blue lotus, merging completely with her being.

Bai Zhenzhen frowned, wincing. "I feel… Zhen Linggen is about to evolve again."

She hesitated. "This time, it might become a Divine Spirit Root?"

Zhang Yu’s eyes widened in shock. Fujie panicked: "So suddenly? Can you hold it back?"

Bai Zhenzhen took a deep breath, her face turning crimson, her aura flickering erratically.

After a long moment, the blooming lotus began to close once more.

Finally, she exhaled deeply. "I can still control it."

Fujie sighed. "A naturally-born Spirit Root that can evolve—already a target of the Top Ten Sects and the Eight Great Righteous Gods. If it becomes a Divine Spirit Root… the consequences could be unpredictable."

Zhang Yu asked, concerned: "A Zhen, are you okay?"

Bai Zhenzhen smiled, patting her belly. "Just holding back the Spirit Root? Been done it before. No big deal."

…

The next day, in a training ground in the city center.

Xinghuo Immortal stood before them, and suddenly, flames erupted all around him—like a wildfire consuming the air. The heat intensified instantly, threatening to sear through their skin.

Zhang Yu and Bai Zhenzhen’s expressions hardened instantly. The confidence and pride they’d carried lately were crushed beneath the sheer pressure.

Xinghuo Immortal thought to himself: "Achieving this level in high school is natural. Confidence and pride are inevitable."

"And if they keep being praised by First Layer disciples for the next nine months, they might grow arrogant, even reckless."

"If they enter university with that mindset, get crushed by true geniuses, and humiliated beyond repair… they might never recover."

"Better to break them now—give them a warning shot before they face the real world."

As he spoke, the air grew hotter with every breath. Each inhalation felt like drawing fire into their lungs.

Finally, Xinghuo Immortal said calmly: "Foundation Establishment at the First Layer is impressive, yes. But in the Second Layer, it’s nothing special."

"Once you enter Wanfa University, you’ll be placed in the Foundation Establishment Class. Your classmates will include students from all layers who’ve already completed Foundation Establishment in high school."

"Unlike you, who’ve hit a ceiling in resources after First Layer, they’ve continued advancing using the support systems above."

"So when you join, you might find yourselves at the bottom of the class—facing repeated failure, constant mockery, and outright discrimination from those above."

Listening to him, Zhang Yu and Bai Zhenzhen fell silent. The restless excitement from recent successes, praise, and admiration began to fade, replaced by a deeper calm.

Xinghuo Immortal nodded. "I’m not telling you this to make you give up. I want you to stay grounded. When you go up, don’t lose heart."

"Your talent is real. Every effort you’ve made counts. Don’t waste your past sacrifices."

After this lesson, he began real training.

He said: "First Layer has limited resources. Not much helps with Foundation Establishment. I’ve thought it over—over the next nine months, keep refining your technique. I’ll focus on accelerating your Dao Heart, Martial Energy, and Physical Strength Level through the most basic methods."

"I haven’t taught undergrads in a while, so I don’t know what the current process is. But whatever it is, if you solidify your foundation, raise your core stats, your university journey will be far easier."

Zhang Yu frowned. "Basic methods? What kind?"

Xinghuo Immortal smirked, a sharp, dangerous glint in his eye. "For example, Dao Heart training: you’ll face my Martial Dao Intention head-on. That’ll forge your will."

"This is just the beginning."

"Once you’re used to it, I’ll start attacking you unpredictably…"

Zhang Yu and Bai Zhenzhen froze. "Wait—what? You’re going to… attack us?"

Xinghuo Immortal smiled, his Martial Dao Intention surging forward like a storm of fire. It roared toward them, relentless and scorching.

Watching them sweat profusely, their faces twisted in agony, Xinghuo Immortal said coolly: "Stay alert at all times. Always be ready for battle. Only in that state can your Dao Heart grow."

"It’s crude, yes. But for First Layer, with limited tools, it’s perfectly suited."

(End of Chapter)

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