Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2361 - 188: Reunion (Part 3)

"This is the founding Patriarch of our Sect, and this is the founding Patriarch of the Longevity Sect..."

Even though the cultivators had already suspected the identities of these powerhouses, Wang Ba's confirmation still left those from the Three Sects and One Clan in the Little Cang World completely shocked and disbelieving.

These founding Patriarchs, who had long since ascended to the Heavens, along with other mythical beings mentioned only in Sect annals, had materialized out of nowhere. It would leave anyone dumbfounded for quite a while, unsure of how to approach such esteemed Sect elders.

Ji Ying paused, tempted to drop to his knees in front of Chongyuan Patriarch and the rest.

Luckily, Chongyuan Patriarch and Qitian Patriarch acted fast, declaring:

"No need for such formalities; calling us seniors or fellow Daoists will do."

Considering that the others had already advanced to the mid-stage Unification Realm, they counted as core members even in the Wanxiang Sect of the Cloud Sky Realm. For such promising experts to bow down to each senior would feel a bit too humiliating.

Back in the Little Cang World, the Three Sects and One Clan stuck to strict hierarchies, but once they stepped into the Cloud Sky Realm, the local customs began to shape and alter their ways.

At Chongyuan Patriarch's statement, the folks from the Little Cang World's Three Sects and One Clan snapped out of it, buzzing with thrill as they offered salutes and chorused, 'Greetings, Patriarchs.'

Meanwhile, the cultivators from the Cloud Sky Realm's Three Sects felt a mix of elation and unease amid their happiness, since plenty of those saluting had much lower seniority than them, yet their cultivation levels matched or even outstripped their own. They couldn't shake the bewilderment over how these young ones from a tiny world had progressed quicker than they had in a vast realm.

Chongyuan Patriarch and Qitian Patriarch were just as taken aback by the impressive cultivation of the junior disciples from the Three Sects and One Clan.

"Their count of Unification Realm experts might not yet rival the Three Sects of the Cloud Sky Realm, but when it comes to elite powerhouses, they're closing the gap... No, they've actually pulled ahead by a wide margin!"

Just one Taoist Master Taiyi equaled their three patriarchs combined, and that didn't even include Taoist Master Chonghua, who appeared to be an avatar of Taoist Master Taiyi, or the silent Limp Taoist, who was obviously at the Tribulation Crossing stage.

By that measure, the collective might of the Little Cang World's Three Sects and One Clan held its own against the Cloud Sky Realm's Three Sects, and in fact, overpowered them by a good deal.

"How could this be? With all the resources available, progress shouldn't happen at such a breakneck speed, right?"

The astonishment and bafflement churning inside Chongyuan Patriarch and Qitian Patriarch went without saying.

Witnessing this magnificent gathering, Wang Ba experienced an uncommon swell of emotion, and after some thought, he directed Cang Fuzi at his side.

Cang Fuzi wasted no time, simply willing it to happen.

Gradually, puzzled forms began to step through the nearby realm barrier.

Spotting these arrivals, Ji Ying, Liang Wuji, and the rest felt a surge of surprise mixed with joy:

"Sect Master Shao!"

"Sect Master Su!"

"Elder Yan!"

"Elder Xia..."

"Hall Master Fei!"

"Master Lv..."

"Haha, Invincible, you're here as well!"

"Hurry, pay respects to the Patriarchs!"

These well-known faces, radiating strong presences, stirred from their rest, and catching sight of Wang Ba, Ji Ying, Liang Wuji, and company, they all lit up with delight.

But when their eyes fell on Chongyuan Patriarch and the other experts, Shao Yangzi and his group stood frozen, as though trapped in a vivid dream!

Once they grasped who Chongyuan Patriarch and the others truly were, even the ever-steady and noble Shao Yangzi couldn't hold back tears as he proclaimed:

"Shao Yangzi, I have upheld my teacher's faith, and honored the great Patriarchs!"

"You've done splendidly. Hui Yunzi spoke highly of you—you're a fine young one. If it were me in your place, I might not have fared as well."

Chongyuan Patriarch answered with genuine warmth and approval.

This sparked another wave of emotional cries from the group.

Off to the side, Yao Wudi crossed his arms, positioned next to Wang Ba, observing the bustling reunion while rubbing his chin and grinding his teeth:

"I figured I'd get another opponent to battle..."

"But you really pulled it off, kid, hauling Chongyuan Patriarch and the crew here. How'd you guess Sect Master Shao and the others would be so moved? Tsk, I always saw Old Shao keeping up that enigmatic front—never imagined he'd break down in tears."

Recognizing that voice, Wang Ba sensed a sudden peace wash over him and chuckled:

"It's not only Sect Master Shao; look at all the Martial Uncles and Ancestors too. What could capture their interest more than the Patriarchs from their own lineage?"

"Haha, I always said you were the cleverest one around!"

Yao Wudi burst into laughter, gazing at the nearby commotion, his tone dripping with scorn yet a faint grin tugging at his lips, before his voice turned gentle:

"You out there all by yourself... it must've been rough, huh?"

Wang Ba paused briefly, a rush of feelings rising like waves but ultimately calming in his core, curving his mouth into a soft smile as he teased back:

"Master, you're aging; the world beyond is full of thrills!"

"Your disciple's the type that slays gods if they block the way, Buddhas if they stand in path! Ever heard of Bodhisattvas? They're mid-stage Tribulation Crossing level, haha—and I took down a bunch in a streak!"

"The Northern Great Bodhisattva—ring a bell? Probably not, but a Tribulation Crossing Perfection powerhouse! And I chased it like a stray mutt!"

"Next outing, I'll snag a Mahayana skull for you to behold!"

"Rough? Grabbing Dao treasures is tricky, sure—so why not take you along for the ride?"

Yao Wudi blinked in surprise, then caught on, rubbing his hands with a scoff before firing back:

"You little punk, you've got some nerve flipping things like that!"

"No matter how low I've sunk, I'm still your master! You think you'll drag me along? I'll drag you first!"

Saying so, he smacked Wang Ba's shoulder—not with the force one might expect, but instead slung an arm around it in a steady, affectionate hold, murmuring:

"From here on, bring your master along. You shouldn't shoulder the weight of the outside world by yourself."

Wang Ba went quiet, his smile easing away unnoticed, offering no words but a soft nod:

"Got it..."

"Master."