Immortality Starts With Investment Chapter 667: Lan Nuo Never Disappoints!

Lan Nuo, her cheeks flushed, adjusted her inner garments beneath her flowing robe.

With his so-called "dry mouth" ailment resolved, Ye Chen made preparations to depart. The rewards from the Minor Space Technique fragment had left him quite content. His soul, domain, and physical body were already of the highest caliber; no treasure within the entire cultivation world could facilitate further advancement. His intention was to return to the Heavenly Evolution Holy Land, ascend to the pinnacle of the First Heaven, and then break through into the Second Heaven.

Seven days had now elapsed. The system's cooldown period finally concluded. Ye Chen retrieved a bracelet from the confines of his miniature world. This artifact, meticulously crafted from the feathers of a divine beast, exuded an aura of profound sanctity and the imposing grandeur befitting an Extreme Dao Weapon.

This particular item, the Feather Transformation Divine Ring, which was derived from the Feather Transformation Divine Body, was deemed perfectly suited for Lan Nuo, a cultivator who disdained the use of conventional weapons.

"Fairy Lan, you soothed my discomfort, and for that, I present this as a token of my gratitude..." he offered, extending the ring towards her.

Lan Nuo, however, gently shook her head. "My clan has already prepared an Extreme Dao Weapon for me—the phoenix golden chariot. I lack the need for this. My assistance to you was voluntary, and no thanks are necessary. I found enjoyment in it..." Her words, delivered with unvarnished sincerity, carried a shade of shy earnestness.

Observing her initial, guileless demeanor, Ye Chen could not help but smile. "It is merely an excuse. I genuinely wished to bestow it upon you. When I vanquished the Feather Transformation King Body, I acquired this, and it immediately came to mind that it would complement you splendidly, enhancing your appearance. Do not trouble yourself with overthinking it. It is, after all, merely a low-grade Extreme Dao Weapon." He reached out, gently taking her hand and sliding the ring onto her finger.

Her face, now a shade redder than it had been during the 'dry mouth' treatment, offered no resistance. Subsequently, she raised her wrist, idly twirling the ring. Then, on tiptoe once more, she whispered, "Fellow Daoist Ye, your lips appear rather parched..."

Her method of expressing reciprocation was, it seemed, undeniable. Before long, her inner garments were once again in a state of disarray. Concurrently, the system's familiar chime echoed within his mind.

"Congratulations, host, the gift has been successfully bestowed..."

"Gift Received: Feather Transformation Divine Ring!"

"Processing 4,000x feedback amplification."

"Detection: Gift parameter match successful..."

"Triggering top-tier critical feedback!"

"Feedback Received: Immortal Artifact - Ghost Face Mask!"

"Ghost Face Mask: Forged by the Devouring Female Immortal in her youth following the tragic demise of her brother, this artifact evolved alongside her into a supreme immortal artifact. She ultimately cast it into the river of time, harboring a fervent hope of discovering a maiden akin to her lost sibling. Its power is immeasurable, significantly bolstering all facets of combat prowess. It instills profound dread in adversaries, shaking their very spirits, and dramatically enhances techniques derived from the Indestructible Heavenly Art! Conversely, it exerts a potent suppressive effect upon practitioners of the Indestructible Heavenly Art..."

Ye Chen stood utterly astonished. Another top-tier critical feedback had been elicited, this time courtesy of Lan Nuo. The Ghost Face Mask genuinely surprised him. Records pertaining to the legendary Devouring Female Immortal were exceedingly scarce, with the few existing accounts mentioning that she never revealed her true visage, invariably donning a mask that depicted a playful, dual expression of sorrow and mirth. Lan Nuo had managed to trigger its manifestation!

Considering the fabled might of the Devouring Immortal, the artifact's power was undoubtedly on par with established legends like the Immortal Heavenly Blade and the Devouring Heaven Demon Jar. Lan Nuo, it seemed, was proving to be his fortunate star; with the Devouring Heaven Jar already in his possession, the acquisition of the Ghost Face Mask now solidified his good fortune. If he so desired, he could potentially supplant Alkaid Holy Son.

Ye Chen carefully stowed the Ghost Face Mask within his personal miniature world. It found its place among his collection of immortal artifacts, positioned above the Immortal Heavenly Blade and the Devouring Heaven Demon Jar, yet still beneath the imposing bronze coffin. Its inherent superiority was unmistakably evident.

Gazing upon his four immortal artifacts, though currently beyond his ability to wield effectively, Ye Chen experienced a profound sense of deep satisfaction. He then opened his eyes, his gaze settling upon Lan Nuo. With her eyes peacefully closed, completely absorbed in her current state and exhibiting a newfound adeptness, his expression was one of clear approval.

Lan Nuo was, without a doubt, exceptional. Endearingly charming and remarkably effective. He had initially intended to depart immediately after presenting the gift, but his resolve began to falter. He made the decision to extend his stay for another week. The justification? A simple recurrence of a dry mouth!

Outside the confines of his current location, though unseen, the gathering crowd did not disperse; instead, it continued to swell. None among them surmised that the ongoing engagement would persist for such an extended duration. It was a common occurrence for high-level cultivators to engage in battles that spanned months, or even years, in order to definitively settle their disputes.

Ye Chen's past confrontations had been characterized by swift and decisive victories. However, the current situation, where the battle had extended beyond a week without a clear victor, served as a testament to Lan Nuo's formidable strength. Even in the event of her eventual defeat, sustaining such a prolonged engagement would be considered an honorable outcome.

Within the Lan Clan, a palpable sense of worry mingled with pride pervaded the air, their fervent hope being for an imminent resolution to the contest.

Luo Bingling, her patience wearing thin, found it difficult to comprehend that Lan Nuo could possibly contend with Ye Chen for such an extended period. Her own strength was comparable, so how could Lan Nuo possibly last this long? She harbored a firm conviction that the two were entangled in some kind of intimate dalliance, much like the situation with Su Yuxuan, thereby creating an embarrassing predicament. This thought filled her with intense frustration. She deeply regretted not having followed Ye Chen herself.

Lan Nuo, possessing a far more reserved disposition than Su Yuxuan, would likely have concluded the engagement swiftly under Luo Bingling's watchful gaze. Luo Bingling's irritation with Ye Chen escalated with each passing moment. From the Sword Sect to the Heavenly Evolution Holy Land, then departing the Immortal Path, and now even during a formal challenge… It was utterly preposterous. Was this protracted affair truly that enjoyable?

Another week concluded its passage. As they prepared to disengage, their connection still lingering, another of Ye Chen's cooldowns ended. Noticing Lan Nuo's flushed countenance and her evident eagerness for further intimacy, Ye Chen gently halted her. The time had come for him to bestow another gift. And to depart.

He mused that further prolonged kissing might prevent her from triggering any more critical hits. He briefly considered foregoing the bestowal of Dao weapons. He possessed a considerable number of them, but he firmly believed in prioritizing quality over quantity—reserving such potent gifts for the truly deserving individuals.A thorough search yielded no suitable options. Consequently, he presented Lan Nuo with a vial of Dao Charm Pills, intrigued to observe the varying responses elicited by the identical gift bestowed upon different individuals.