Longevity through Upgrading Buildings Chapter 815 - 338: Qiu Haichuan Returns to Cangluo

The exhilarating prospect of finally reaching the Jiyuan Continent, of basking in the light once more, sent an almost uncontrollable thrill through his heart.

On the fifth day of Ji Yuan's seclusion, Yu Yuan returned to their territory with a contingent of Merfolk.

He then shared this momentous news with the gathered Merfolk.

The Ancestral Ground had been reclaimed.

Naturally, he was careful to blame the vanished Spirit Liquid entirely on the Sea Beasts.

He explained that they had possessed an abundant supply, but every drop had been consumed by those monstrous Sea Beasts.

And the true hero, the benefactor responsible for retrieving the Ancestral Ground, was none other than Ji Yuan.

Immediately, a multitude of Merfolk flocked to the entrance of Ji Yuan's Cave Mansion, pouring forth their profuse gratitude.

Their thanks seemed endless.

Ji Yuan, finding no other recourse, eventually emerged. He then produced several bottles of first-level Elixir, distributing them amongst the assembled Merfolk, which finally brought the outpouring to a close.

Otherwise, he felt a persistent, uncomfortable warmth on his face.

A full month transpired in this manner, after which Yu Yuan sought him out again. He announced that the ores were prepared, but a bounty of such immense size was beyond the Merfolk Race's capacity to transport.

Ji Yuan personally undertook the retrieval. With a casual flick of his wrist, he effortlessly deposited the several colossal stones into his Storage Bag, an act that once again astonished the Merfolk, viewing it as nothing short of divine intervention.

Having resided in Fallen Immortal Gully for years, they had never before witnessed the marvel of a Storage Bag.

With that matter concluded.

Ji Yuan ceased his involvement with the Ancestral Ground affairs, as the opportunities it presented had already been secured by him.

Another two months vanished in this fashion.

Ji Yuan made preparations to set out for the Immortal Sect.

After all, the journey itself would consume a considerable amount of time. As for the travel… with the aid of the Holy Fish King, it should pose no significant issue, at most requiring him to carry a few provisions.

If he had intended to act, he could have done so during the previous opportunity.

After careful deliberation, Ji Yuan resolved to proceed to the Immortal Sect and await its opening before departing.

The thought of his impending departure only intensified Ji Yuan's restless thoughts.

He immediately commenced the task of packing his belongings.

Two days later.

Gazing upon his now-empty Cave Mansion, recalling the more than two years he had toiled within its confines, a touch of melancholy inevitably surfaced.

One could only lament the circumstances and the capricious nature of fate.

Before his arrival, who could have foreseen falling into Fallen Immortal Gully?

And who could have predicted encountering a clan of Merfolk thriving within this very Gully?

Ji Yuan secured the entrance to his Cave Mansion, took a step back, donned his Spirit Devouring Armor, and made his final visit to Yu Yuan's Cave Mansion.

Upon seeing the revered benefactor, the red-faced leader of the Merfolk Race hastily rose, attempting, as was their custom, to usher Ji Yuan to the seat of honor.

Ji Yuan remained unmoving.

Yu Yuan's expression gradually stiffened as understanding dawned upon him.

"Brother Ji… you are departing?"

"Indeed. All feasts must end eventually. It is time for me to return to my own world."

The moment Ji Yuan uttered these words, a strange sense of daze washed over him.

This was because the last time he had heard a similar sentiment was when Hua Yaoyue had departed.

Thus…

Was life merely an endless succession of farewells?

"The Immortal Sect is not yet open. Perhaps Brother Ji could grace us with his presence a little longer?"

Yu Yuan attempted to persuade him.

Among the Merfolk Race, Yu Yuan was undoubtedly the most reluctant to see Ji Yuan leave.

After all, the two years Ji Yuan had spent in their midst represented the absolute zenith of Yu Yuan's influence and authority.

Especially after the successful reclamation of the Ancestral Ground, even Bamin the Tiger had adopted a more deferential attitude in his presence.

He no longer dared to raise his voice.

Yu Yuan acutely recognized that Ji Yuan was the architect of all these improvements, and as Ji Yuan prepared to depart, he was the first to voice his desire for Ji Yuan to stay.

"No, I believe it is best for me to go and wait at the Immortal Sect."

Having spoken these words, Ji Yuan extended a finger forward, sending several streaks of light flying out. These materialized into countless Elixirs and Magical Artifacts arranged upon the tabletop.

Throughout the preceding two years, Ji Yuan, in his moments of leisure, had combined surplus ores and herbs from his Storage Bag to refine these items.

Although they held no use for him personally, they were exceptionally well-suited for the Merfolk Race to possess.

"This…"

Yu Yuan gazed upon the array of gifts, his heart filled with profound emotion. Suddenly struck by an idea, he hastily inquired, "Brother Ji, after you depart, I wish to erect a divine effigy of you within our tribe, to offer daily veneration. Would that be acceptable?"

"What? How could such a thing be permitted?"

Indeed, Ji Yuan was taken aback by this proposal.

To establish a statue in his likeness, they intended to worship him as a deity!

"Could this possibly impede Brother Ji's cultivation? If that is the case, then we shall certainly refrain."

Yu Yuan immediately added, sensing Ji Yuan's hesitation.

"No, what I mean is… just ensure the statue is carved with a good likeness."

Ji Yuan finally managed a jest.

Yu Yuan couldn't help but let out a laugh, responding, "Good, good, that's precisely how it will turn out."

"By the way, Brother Ji, after you depart this time, will you perhaps return?"

As Yu Yuan voiced this question, a daze overcame him, "But even if Brother Ji were to come back again, I fear I won't have the fortune to see you."

Indeed, this elder Merfolk was already drawing near the conclusion of his mortal span.

It was only within the last couple of years, when Ji Yuan infused him with fresh vitality and provided some Healing Elixir to mend old, hidden injuries, that his life was extended by a few additional years.

However, this could merely prolong his existence for a scant few years.

"We shall have to wait and see; it's rather difficult to say at the moment."

Ji Yuan offered no concrete reply. He clasped his fists together and declared, "Well then, having intruded upon your hospitality for two years, I now take my leave."

Yu Yuan suddenly grasped the situation. "Brother Ji, please hold a moment. This elder will summon the tribe to see Brother Ji off."

"There is no need."

Having uttered these words, Ji Yuan gave a gentle stomp, and with a soft 'boom', he instantly vanished from Yu Yuan's Cave Mansion.

When the elder Merfolk emerged, Ji Yuan's figure was nowhere to be found.

Even the Merfolk outside had not perceived even the slightest anomaly.