Immortality Starts With Investment Chapter 633: Defying the Ancestor's Decision!

"What?"

"What!"

"What!?"

Confident in swaying the Saint ancestor upon their meeting, Dugu Sheng believed persuasion would bring intervention. As the Dugu clan's premier genius, backing seemed assured. Yet mere words later, astonishment left him speechless…

The ancestor refused to back him. Indifference marked his view of the Dugu lineage. Dugu Sheng's pitch to wield the ancestor's influence against Ye Chen met staunch rejection.

It felt like facing an impostor ancestor to Dugu Sheng. For years, resources had flowed to him in Central Continent, favoritism plain. Hopes pinned on his return to command the Sword Sect. Why this abrupt reversal?

Appeals blending logic and sentiment came from Dugu Sheng. A dismissive wave from the ancestor delivered his expulsion.

"Go. For the Dugu Wooden Sword, ask Gu Yunyun yourself if she's willing to trade. No coercion or threats. Or I'll clean house!"

Expulsion followed the ancestor's gesture. Outside, Dugu Sheng froze in shock. What had transpired? Favor lost? A new genius heir? Immortal Path open—what good was that? Ancestor, cherish me once more!

…

Dugu Sheng's schemes crumbled under the ancestor's position. Luo Bingling settled, he withdrew to his cavern, lost in contemplation. A solution demanded action. The Dugu Wooden Sword remained essential.

Risks awaited for secret realm treasures enabling third-tier breakthrough, and for Luo Bingling. Ancestral aid absent, he'd press on. Days of scheming led to meetings with Dugu clan Supreme Elders. Ready at last, toward Gu Yunyun's cave he flew.

…

Luo Bingling felt no worry over days without Dugu Sheng. Affection for him ran shallow. She roamed Sword Sect freely, drawn often to Gu Yunyun's cave vicinity.

Awe-filled or cautious stares from humans slid off her. Still, Gu Yunyun's cave stayed barred as days dragged. No Ye Chen sighting. Contempt swelled—what a lecher, frittering away peerless talent. Her War God vertical pupil drove ceaseless cultivation. Why slum in Great Yan Continent backwater, rubbing with ex-slaves?

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Impatience rising, Luo Bingling found Dugu Sheng. "Fellow Daoist Dugu, is the Dugu Wooden Sword settled? When we found the secret realm, it was hidden, but others could discover it anytime. Sooner is better. If it's impossible, I'll leave to find another way to open it!"

A smile crossed Dugu Sheng's face. "Don't worry. I was just catching up with the Saint ancestor these past days… As the Dugu clan's top prodigy, the Sword Sect's treasures are mine. I'll speak, and Gu Yunyun will hand it over. I gave her days to bond with the Heavenly Emperor's heir. Now it's time for business! Fellow Daoist Luo, let's go!"

Thus, Dugu Sheng sped toward the cave.

Luo Bingling's eyes gleamed at his words. At last, a proper clash with Ye Chen. A water mirror spell summoned, she examined her look. Refined perfection defined her face. Curves defined her form, waist undulating over chiseled abs left bare. Her gemstone navel amplified the mesmerizing allure. Gu Yunyun's portrait? Utterly outclassed.

Ye Chen's other companions? She'd eclipse them handily. Fan Qinghe and Yi Qingwu alone posed rivals. Yet one, a third-rate sect Divine Maiden, served on looks. The other, second-rate Broad Cold Immortal Body at best. None matched her splendor.

Ye Chen's nature guaranteed awe at her sight. He might forsake his master, chasing her up the Immortal Path. Dao Cauldron in tow? Every ploy would snag it.

Assurance blooming, Luo Bingling smiled, gliding after Dugu Sheng. Arrival at Gu Yunyun's cave came swift. Curiously, Sword Sect elders dotted the scene. Mediocre auras marked them—mere insects.

Dugu Sheng eyed the site, verifying setup. A gentle touch activated the restriction, issuing his visit call.

…

Ye Chen felt the system's feedback timer lapse inside the cave. A readied gift he offered.

Gu Yunyun, ire from before lingering, shunned him. Prying her lips apart broke her guard. Eyes flashing daggers, the gift she took.

System feedback drew Ye Chen's smile. Rage or not, her acceptance sparked critical reward. True fury absent—shyness likely. Unlike Senior An's iron will, her heart yielded. That's her irresistible appeal.

Her gift grasp and shy turn ignited Ye Chen's cravings. More feedback gifts waited, though lesser quality. His master proved too enchanting. Enchanting, irresistible…

Going against his typical obsession with profits, Ye Chen opted for a defiant decision. This was the moment. Yet, as he drew closer, poised to shatter the barrier between master and disciple, a chime sounded from the cave's array.

A visitor had arrived.

Ye Chen rushed to hush it. Who takes calls at a time like this?

However, Gu Yunyun, ignorant of his inner plans and compelled by her role as sect leader, figured it could be sect matters. She rose, switching on the transmission.

A voice echoed: "Sect Leader Gu, I'm Dugu Sheng. I've returned to the Sword Sect with a small matter to discuss…"

Dugu Sheng?

Gu Yunyun arched an eyebrow, well-acquainted with the name.