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Chapter 704: Ascension to Immortality, Heaven and Earth Transform
Chapter 704: Ascension to Immortality, Heaven and Earth Transform
It was the beginning of autumn, and inside the Holy King Palace, Yang Jian was sitting in the courtyard, sipping tea and admiring the garden's beauty.
He wore a loose embroidered robe, his expression gentle, making it hard to believe that he was once a great general who had achieved remarkable feats in the Taicang Dynasty.
"Who would have thought that you would now be so content, with no higher aspirations in life?"
A woman's voice echoed through the garden, startling Yang Jian, who turned to see An Xing entering through the arched gate, followed by Shen Zhen, and another person behind him.
When Yang Jian recognized the last person, his face changed dramatically, and he immediately stood up, kneeling on the ground.
"Disciple Yang Jian pays respects to Master."
Gu An, who had been walking last, did not respond immediately upon hearing Yang Jian's words. Instead, he looked around the garden.
The garden's layout and scenery were identical to a garden in the Third Medicine Valley from years ago, indicating that Yang Jian truly missed the past.
An Xing approached Yang Jian and said irritably, "You still remember you have a Master? After all these years, why haven't you come to visit? Don't tell me you couldn't find us. If you had the heart, a million years wouldn't be enough to stop you."
Yang Jian looked up, sighing, "Although I have retired, I cannot leave the Taicang Dynasty. The empire has many enemies across the land, and I am truly powerless."
An Xing huffed and walked away without saying more.
Yang Jian watched as Gu An approached him, his face filled with excitement. Over the past million years, he had often fantasized about meeting Gu An again. Now that the moment had arrived, he found his words caught in his throat, unable to express the myriad thoughts in his heart.
"Get up. Let's sit and talk."
Gu An smiled, and his smile brought Yang Jian a sense of relief.
Despite the long years apart, Gu An had always kept an eye on Yang Jian. He had never blamed Yang Jian for not visiting, understanding the vastness of Heaven and Earth. As long as Yang Jian still thought of him, he was content.
After all, Yang Jian had grown up under his care and was once his most beloved disciple.
Times had changed, and Yang Jian was no longer the strongest disciple under his guidance. However, Gu An's regard for his disciples was not solely based on strength.
He had taken on disciples out of interest, not with the expectation of relying on them.
Yang Jian quickly stood up and invited Shen Zhen to sit down as well.
Once they were all seated, Gu An began to inquire about Yang Jian's experiences over the years. Yang Jian spoke enthusiastically, and Shen Zhen and An Xing listened attentively.
After an hour, Gu An finally revealed his purpose. He explained the benefits and drawbacks of becoming a Xianshen, even divulging An Hao's true identity.
Upon learning that An Hao was the reincarnation of the Heavenly Emperor's son, Yang Jian was both shocked and convinced. Even as the Mortal World was reshaped and the cultivation speed of Tian Jiao increased drastically, An Hao's impact on him was the greatest. It made sense that such a prodigy would be the Heavenly Emperor's son.
"I am willing!"
Facing Gu An's gaze, Yang Jian agreed without hesitation.
Gu An smiled, "No rush. You can take more time to think about it. There will be no chance for regret once you decide."
Yang Jian replied earnestly, "Becoming a Xianshen does mean losing some freedom, but such an opportunity is beyond the reach of mortal souls. How can I fail to reciprocate your kindness, Master? Moreover, you mentioned that this involves Senior Brother An Hao. I am willing to enter the Heavenly Court on your behalf, to assist Senior Brother An Hao and serve as your eyes within the Heavenly Court."
Having held power in the Holy Court and held a high position in the Taicang Dynasty, Yang Jian understood the intricacies of this karmic entanglement. He knew what he needed to do.
Becoming a pawn for his Master, he had no reservations and was even looking forward to it.
Moreover, he trusted that his Master would not let him down.
After so many years in the Taicang Dynasty, he was tired of the struggles within the mortal empire. The prospect of participating in the Celestial Emperor's conflict in the Heavenly Court filled him with excitement, a feeling he hadn't experienced in a long time.
Gu An's lips curled upward. With Yang Jian having spoken to such lengths, he naturally didn't need to be coy. He took out the Heavenly Court Token and placed it on the table.
"Once you are ready, just probe this token with your divine sense, and the Heavenly Dao will summon you to the Heavenly Court. The timing is up to you."
With that, Gu An stood up and turned to leave.
An Xing and Shen Zhen followed closely behind.
Yang Jian immediately stood up, bowing deeply to Gu An's retreating figure, respectfully seeing him off.
Gu An, along with An Xing and Shen Zhen, vanished into thin air within the garden, leaving Yang Jian to focus his gaze on the Heavenly Court Token.
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On the other side of the city.
Gu An and the two others appeared on a street in the imperial city, planning to spend a couple of days sightseeing before returning.
"Guess how long it will take him to go to the Heavenly Court?" Shen Zhen asked with a smile.
Just as An Xing was about to speak, a deafening boom echoed from the distance. A vast Heavenly Majesty enveloped the entire world, causing everyone on the street to turn their heads. They saw a white pillar of light shooting up from the eastern side of the imperial city, piercing the sky in a spectacular display.
Shen Zhen was stunned. She sensed a powerful Heavenly Dao Qi Yun and immediately guessed it was Yang Jian.
She hadn't expected him to act so quickly.
An Xing laughed. "He's clever. The more one prepares, the more likely they are to hesitate, especially since he isn't alone."
On the entire street, only Gu An didn't turn his head.
Before he came to see Yang Jian, he already knew Yang Jian would agree and even foresaw when he would become a Xian.
Now, he was contemplating when to let Xuan Miao Zhenren ascend and where he should do it.
Yang Jian's ascension caused a significant stir, drawing the attention of all the great powers within the Taicang Dynasty, including Li Xuandao.
During the ascension, Yang Jian revealed to Li Xuandao that he was becoming a Xian but didn't explain how. He hoped Li Xuandao would take care of his descendants.
Li Xuandao agreed, his heart filled with shock and wonder.
Could there truly be Xianshen?
He had always thought that so-called Xians were simply enlightened beings who had cultivated to the Dao. The former Holy Court claimed to be Xians, as did the current Dao Court and the Hundred Sects of the Mortal World. He, too, referred to himself as a Xian to his people.
But today, witnessing the Heavenly Dao Qi Yun that took Yang Jian away, he realized how shallow his understanding had been.
The ascension Qi Yun connected to the Heavenly Dao light layer on the surface of the Heavenly Spirit Grand World, drawing the attention of great powers throughout the Mortal World.
Over time, more and more great powers arrived to witness Yang Jian's ascension.
Yang Jian's ascension wasn't a simple process. During it, his Physical Body and soul were refined by the Heavenly Dao Qi Yun, and his cultivation rapidly soared.
Feeling his Qi surge, the onlookers, who were all great cultivators, were amazed. Some even attempted to force their way in, only to be shattered by the Heavenly Dao Qi Yun, their Physical Bodies turning to ash and their souls nearly obliterated. This made the other great cultivators hesitant to act rashly.
Later, even the Immortal Free Spirits of the Xuan Yuan came, including the Dao Court's leader, Yuan Song Zi.
Walking down the street, Gu An calculated that the Mortal World's fortunes had changed.
Yang Jian's ascension would cause the Heavenly Dao Qi Yun of the Heavenly Spirit Grand World to flourish. As people in the Mortal World began to believe in the existence of Xians, the faith of cultivators would further strengthen the Heavenly Dao Qi Yun.
The Taicang Dynasty would thus become renowned throughout the Mortal World, and Yang Jian's name would be remembered for generations as a Xian.
(End of Chapter)
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