Cultivation: Being Immortal Chapter 1006

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Previously on Cultivation: Being Immortal...
The Demon Queen Lin Fanghua confirms the Demon Ancestor's existence and agrees to a cooperation with Long San, but insists on remaining loyal to Heavenly Court and Blue Star. She negotiates for Blue Star's technology and engineers, securing discarded but functional equipment. Meanwhile, Lin Jiang receives confirmation that the demon race has sent the intelligence he provided back to the Demon Domain. He also learns of the Buddhist sect's rapid technological advancement and discusses a think tank analysis suggesting Heavenly Court and the Buddhist sect may shift their focus to target the demon race.

Mahayana Star

Cao Ying and Chang Le’s negotiations have made some progress, but they are far from finished. Chang Le is being very careful, and they are negotiating piece by piece, breaking apart the full cooperation plan that Lin Jiang had packed together before.

For example, the cross-border teleportation array has already been negotiated and the contract is signed. Chang Le has also paid a deposit, and some of Zhu Bin’s apprentices have gone to explore Star Road, with materials being prepared.

However, currently, it will take a long time to finish discussing all the cooperation projects. The Blue Star camp has never faced anything like this since entering the interstellar space; it truly is a seller’s market sometimes.

"Taoist Friend Lin, hehe, I finally waited for you!"

Somewhere in the Heavenly Court, as soon as a fragment of Lin Jiang’s soul appeared, Chang Le showed up and blocked Lin Jiang’s path.

"Immortal Chang Le, what is this about? Are you robbing me?"

Lin Jiang said he was not afraid that Chang Le would make a move; no one dared to act in the Heavenly Court, not even Immortal Lord Chang Rong, because that would be a slap in the face to the Heavenly Emperor.

From time to time, Lin Jiang would send a Soul Fragment to the Heavenly Court because his physical body needed celestial energy. Without it from the lower realms, the body couldn’t grow stronger and would even become weaker. Thus, he needed the nourishing celestial energy, which was something every immortal with a physical body had to do.

"Yes, it’s a robbery, but I won’t rob for money; I rob for love. Immortal Lin Jiang, how about you submit to me obediently?"

"Immortal Chang Le, we are just ordinary Taoist friends. You’ve crossed the line."

"But I really like you!"

"I’m sorry, I already have a partner."

"Having a partner isn’t a problem. I don’t mind. I think Taoist Friend Cao Ying wouldn’t mind either. With Taoist Friend Lin’s status, having a few more women shouldn’t be a big deal."

"Immortal Chang Le, please don’t speak such disrespectful words about love. True love is unique and possesses a sense of ownership…"

Lin Jiang coldly smiled at Chang Le, saying, "Let’s see how you respond to that. True love? It must have a sense of ownership. If there is no sense of ownership, how can it be called true love?"

"Hehe, Taoist Friend Lin is really right, but there are also those who are quite romantic, like loving every beautiful fairy."

"If there is nothing important, please don’t disturb me in my quiet meditation, Immortal Chang Le."

"Okay, Taoist Friend Lin, you take your time in meditation, I will go ask others how to pursue a male fairy."

Lin Jiang, who was about to turn and leave, stumbled at these words, nearly falling to the ground. He suddenly turned back, staring intently at Immortal Chang Le.

"Chang Le, what do you want to do?"

"I want to pursue you."

"Speak in plain words."

"I really want to pursue you, but I don’t know how. Ever since I was little, it’s always been the boys pursuing me. I’ve watched many romance movies, novels, and animations on your Mahayana Star, and I know that boys buy gifts, bring breakfast, and create romance to win a girl’s heart.

But it seems I’ve never seen movies or novels about girls pursuing boys. You suggested showering you with money, but that might seem a bit too common, so I need to ask others for advice."

Chang Le and Lin Jiang looked at each other and spoke very seriously, which made Lin Jiang feel stunned.

"Do you really want to humiliate yourself?"

Lin Jiang said softly, feeling that Chang Le was trying to trouble him. Chang Le had a high status and many admirers at the Heavenly Court. By acting this way, she was only creating hatred towards Lin Jiang, putting him in a difficult situation.

"I believe that with true sincerity, anything is possible. Lin Jiang, I am not joking with you. Look at me, I am also hundreds of thousands of years old and still single. It’s hard not to feel lonely and want to find someone to rely on."

I know that when I was in contact with Taoist Friend Lin before, I seemed a bit rude. But please forgive me, as I was forced into this situation. Growing up, many men surrounded me, but they all had other intentions, either for my looks or my background. That’s why I usually reject everyone.

"However, after getting to know Taoist Friend Lin a few times, I discovered his good character and integrity. So I realized my mistake and will never be rude or willful in front of him again. I will be a gentle and nurturing woman from now on…"

Chang Le looked at Lin Jiang with deep affection and spoke to him in the most sincere tone, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.

Chang Le was not lying; she truly wanted to find a reliable partner for life, not someone who was only interested in her looks or status. What she said before was also true; a beautiful rich girl doesn’t have much experience in chasing after men.

"I’m sorry, I am not your perfect match. Please don’t bother me in the future, to give us both some dignity."

Lin Jiang said coldly and then turned and ran away.

Would Lin Jiang be moved by Chang Le’s words? Lin Jiang would only feel that danger was approaching. He Lin Jiang, among the many immortals in the Heavenly Court, was not particularly outstanding, neither in appearance nor in strength. Was he really worth this from you, Chang Le?

Hehe, it’s just for his own interests.

Such words are only suitable for young people. After all, he Lin Jiang has lived for tens of thousands of years.

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"You see, I told you, I won’t chase after men, and you still don’t believe me."

Chang Le arrived at Immortal Lord Chang Rong’s residence in the Heavenly Court and said to Immortal Lord Chang Rong, who secretly watched the whole process.

"How did you handle it before?"

"Before? Hehe, you know very well what they were thinking. That was like a turtle looking at a green bean; it was just a matter of being attracted to each other."

Chang Le rolled her eyes and said, "It’s not quite right to compare a turtle to a green bean, because those men really do have feelings for her. So as long as Chang Le is a little more proactive, those guys will fall for her. But now, asking her to chase after someone who doesn’t like her is a bit hard."

"It’s really hard to pursue someone strong; you need to work a bit more on that."

"Why don’t you let someone else handle it? Brother, I really don’t want to see Lin Jiang anymore; I’m afraid I might lose control and punch him."

Chang Le said that she wasn’t interested in Lin Jiang. He looked average, had average skills, and his personality was that of a very straightforward man. She found it boring. If it weren’t for her brother’s insistence, she would have run away long ago.

"Other people aren’t suitable; they don’t have enough status and it’s not easy to place them. I can’t recover his business, so why should I bother with him?"

Immortal Lord Chang Rong said that he indeed had other female immortals, but they didn’t match in status. Only Chang Le was a good match. If it worked out, he could place his people in Lin Jiang’s territories, ultimately making Mahayana Star his.

"Anyway, I have no way to deal with it; you can handle it yourself."

"I think you’re not really trying. If you were, you would find a way."

"Brother, am I still your sister? You’re doing this to me."

"You know how many people want to work for me but don’t get the chance? You are my little sister, so I give you this opportunity. Do you think being an Immortal Lord is easy?"

Chang Rong said, "Is this really a trick? If we don’t talk about morals and shame, this is definitely a very profitable deal. Of course, for him, morals and shame don’t really exist."

Chang Le was a bit silent. Even for her, an immortal, did ordinary people really care so much about losing their virginity or marriage? That’s just an old-fashioned view. For great benefits, people wouldn’t hesitate; many would even go as far as pretending a thief was their father.

"Brother, I understand. I will continue to chase after Lin Jiang."

"Chasing aggressively won’t work well. We need to think of another way."

"Brother, do you have a plan?"

"There are some strategies, take your time, don’t rush. Also, don’t make your image too bad. In front of Lin Jiang, try to appear gentle and kind. Men can’t resist that. Once I set things up, Lin Jiang will surely turn around and pursue you."

Immortal Lord Chang Rong smiled coldly. He already had a plan in mind. First, eliminate Cao Ying, then put the Blue Star camp in danger, making Lin Jiang realize that only by siding with Immortal Lord Chang Rong could he protect his business and even his life. Thus, seeking to marry Immortal Chang Le would be the best choice for Lin Jiang. This way, he wouldn’t be afraid of Lin Jiang not bowing down.

"Thank you, brother, hehe…"

Chang Le sneered coldly. She was already very angry at Lin Jiang’s stubbornness, refusing to listen or be swayed. She looked forward to seeing how Lin Jiang would kneel before her. She thought that to truly feel better, she had to humiliate him properly.