Immortality begin with Alchemy Grandmaster Chapter 2749 - 1015: Cang Long’s Feelings, Nine Tribulations and Three Nirvana (2)

To a cultivator of such immense power, what could a mere Nascent Soul cultivator possibly offer that would sway Luo Chen?

Moreover, Senior Sister's Seven Orifices Exquisite Physique, capable of boosting a cultivator of equal standing by a full realm, was an infinitely more precious prize than any miraculous elixir.

Fairy Jueqing swallowed, "So this is why you've been indifferent to the escalating rumors within the Sect? You intended to let events unfold naturally, perhaps even half-heartedly fulfill this obligation?"

Cang Long, having seemingly grasped the crux of the situation long ago, maintained an air of remarkable composure.

"It's precisely that. As long as Luo Chen makes the request, I shall not refuse." Cang Long's hand, which had been gently stroking her hair, tightened slightly. "However, since his return, he has never once brought up seeking my assistance, as if he held no interest in the matter. I assumed it would be set aside if he wasn't keen. Yet, observing his actions in recent years – his palpable urgency, his relentless pursuit of power, even his reckless haste for quick gains leading to such calamity – it reveals the immense pressure he's under. I considered taking the initiative, but regrettably, when faced with him, I found myself unable to utter such forward words."

A cultivator's heart, unburdened.

But for a woman, pride persists.

Cang Long let out a sigh, "When his Divine Soul's presence vanished, I was consumed by regret. Had I been bolder, perhaps his cultivation realm would be higher. Maybe he could have weathered the disaster with greater ease, and perhaps he wouldn't have perished."

"Senior Sister, that's unnecessary." Fairy Jueqing shook her head, disagreeing with such a notion. "But he already has two officially wedded Dao Companion Cultivators!"

When Luo Chen achieved the Golden Core stage, a grand Golden Core Ceremony was held.

That very ceremony also marked the Dao Companion Union for him, Sima Huiniang, and Gu Caiyi. Fairy Jueqing had coincidentally been present, representing Ice Castle that day.

In her estimation, Luo Chen already having two Dao Companions seemed rather excessive for an immortal cultivator striving for inner tranquility; how could he possibly entertain more wives or concubines?

Judging by Luo Chen's conduct throughout the years, it certainly appeared he harbored no such intentions.

If Senior Sister were to intervene, it would only invite gossip.

Most notably, there were whispers of Gu Caiyi's jealousy!

Cang Long chuckled, "If he already has two, why not a third Dao Companion? For a man of his stature, having numerous wives and concubines would be entirely natural."

Fairy Jueqing was utterly bewildered, barely recognizing her own Senior Sister.

How could Cang Long Fairy, who once prioritized Ice Castle above all else and was always composed and steady, utter such impulsive words?

Had the years of being sealed in ice warped her mind?

Or, freed from the sect's burdens, was she now embracing a more uninhibited path?

Or could it be that Luo Chen had employed some manner of bewitching technique while treating Senior Sister over the years?

Fairy Jueqing could not ascertain the truth, nor did Cang Long seem inclined to offer an explanation. Instead, after uttering those words, she visibly seemed to lighten.

"Fortunately, Luo Chen is unharmed; his Divine Soul's presence reappeared swiftly after its dissipation. Once he awakens, I shall directly convey my feelings!"

"Senior Sister!"

"Wait!"

Their exchange was suddenly cut short.

Cang Long raised her hand, halting Fairy Jueqing mid-sentence, her beautiful eyes fixed intently on the distant center of the lake.

There, a swirling vortex was slowly beginning to form.

"It appears he is awakening!"

Cang Long exclaimed in surprise, then immediately instructed Fairy Jueqing.

"Quickly, go and inform the other sect members!"

Following this, she conjured a bridge of ice, traversing the increasingly agitated surface of Ming Lake, and flew towards the heart of the vortex.

...

Deep within Ming Lake.

A magnificent cauldron stood resolutely.

Encircled by the Ming Water, it remained entirely unharmed. Instead, a considerable amount of water vapor was absorbed into it, as if the two elements shared an intrinsic connection.

Inside the cauldron, the environment was surprisingly arid, emanating an almost unbearable heat.

A Daoist figure sat in meditation within, enveloped by a faint layer of golden radiance.

Upon closer inspection, it became evident that this golden light was composed of myriad clusters of golden flames, perpetually aglow.

However, these flames were not consuming any physical substance but rather an intangible phenomenon.

Suddenly!

The Daoist's eyes, which had been closed for an extended period, twitched subtly, hinting at an imminent awakening.

And within the Sea of Consciousness, a colossal Divine Soul had already taken form!

At this precise moment, this Divine Soul remained ephemeral, yet in both its appearance and bearing, it mirrored Luo Chen's outward form almost perfectly, exhibiting no discernible differences.