Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2181 - 1560: Entry (2)

A considerable pause ensued before the intense pain within his body was suppressed. His face, now ashen, dripped with perspiration as he managed to speak, "Many thanks, Fellow Daoist, for preserving my life."

Li Zhirui's response was measured, "This is merely a transaction; such gratitude is unnecessary."

"Cough, cough..."

A fit of severe coughing seized Ming Yun, cutting short his intended words. He then added, "Might I trouble you to wait a moment, Fellow Daoist? I need to tend to my internal injuries before I can escort you to the Tao Spirit Realm."

In his current precarious condition, traversing the vast Void was simply beyond his capabilities.

To say nothing of the perilous journey ahead, the sheer distance alone left him utterly drained.

Upon hearing this request, Li Zhirui's brow furrowed slightly. Given the choice, he would have preferred not to tarry, eager to conclude this matter without delay.

However, the present circumstances left him with no alternative but to consent.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist!" Ming Yun exhaled in relief, having genuinely feared the other party might disregard his physical state and insist on immediate departure.

Such a demand would have been dire; reaching the Tao Spirit Realm would likely leave him crippled, if not dead!

Mercifully, his companion proved reasonable and acceded to his plea.

Consequently, Ming Yun retreated to a secluded spot to focus on his recovery, while Li Zhirui and Qing Si continued their own cultivation, making the most of the intervening time.

Ming Yun, not one to be unappreciative, promptly produced his most prized Spiritual Objects to expedite his healing.

Thus, despite his grave injuries, he managed a relatively swift recuperation.

While not fully healed, his condition stabilized, transforming the severe wounds into a minor affliction that would not compromise his foundational strength.

"Fellow Daoist, we are now prepared to depart."

As Ming Yun concluded his statement, Li Zhirui's eyes snapped open. He scrutinized Ming Yun carefully before inquiring, "Are you certain?"

The formal address was deliberate, signifying his desire for a clean break; once this arrangement concluded, there was no need for future encounters.

"Yes, let us depart," Ming Yun affirmed, drawing a deep breath.

"Very well," Li Zhirui responded, his eyebrow raising slightly. Since the other party seemed unconcerned, he saw no reason to prolong the conversation or feign undue consideration.

"As you have likely surmised, Fellow Daoist, I have formidable adversaries within the Tao Spirit Realm. The three Profound Immortals who pursued me earlier hail from the Youfeng Zhang Family."

As they journeyed, Ming Yun elaborated, "Therefore, I can only escort you to the periphery of the realm and will not be entering with you."

Given the Zhang Family's relentless intent to see him dead, any return to the Tao Spirit Realm would immediately put him under their relentless pursuit.

Li Zhirui offered a simple nod of understanding. Having escaped into the Void, their continued pursuit clearly indicated a profound and deep-seated conflict.

"The Zhang Family commands the presence of a Golden Immortal Great Power, positioning them among the foremost factions throughout the entire Tao Spirit Realm. I trust those three did not get a clear look at your appearance, Fellow Daoist?"

"There is no need for concern on that front," Li Zhirui replied dismissively. He offered no further explanation, his current appearance being disguised, ensuring recognition was impossible even if observed.

Observing his nonchalant confidence, Ming Yun did not press the matter, assuming he possessed a suitable countermeasure.

"Furthermore, you may familiarize yourself with the fundamental aspects of the Tao Spirit Realm during our travels. Should any questions arise, feel free to ask. I will share all that I know without reservation."

With that, he produced several Jade Slips and presented them to Li Zhirui.

"Thank you, honored guest."

Following this exchange, a comfortable silence settled over the group.

Being unacquainted, conversation was naturally sparse, and Li Zhirui, needing to rapidly grasp the situation within the Tao Spirit Realm, immersed himself in the contents of the Jade Slips. This knowledge would prove crucial for his future concealment and for capitalizing on emerging opportunities.

The Jade Slips contained a substantial volume of information, yet he absorbed it with remarkable speed.

His initial assessment revealed the Tao Spirit Realm to be of a remarkably high caliber!

Such was to be expected of a fully realized Great Thousand World at the Golden Immortal Rank.

Its vast expanse dwarfed that of the Primal Spirit Realm by severalfold, the density of its Spiritual Energy was similarly amplified, and the abundance of Spiritual Objects was exponentially greater!

Moreover, within such a Great Thousand World, even solitary cultivators possessed a reasonable prospect of achieving high-tier cultivation realms.

The Tao Spirit Realm was not solely the domain of the human race; rather, it was a crucible where numerous races vied for dominance.

While the human race held a slight advantage in strength and occupied a broader expanse of territory, their dominance was not absolute.

Consequently, the Tao Spirit Realm existed in a state of significant chaos.

This very chaos, however, proved advantageous for Li Zhirui, a creature from an Outer Realm, providing an ideal cover for his presence.

The more tumultuous the circumstances, the greater the number of distractions and problems, making it simpler to obscure one's true identity.

It is noteworthy that beyond the Youfeng Zhang Family, other formidable human factions existed, such as the Bihai Immortal Pavilion, Jinao Island, and the Chang Ming Sword Sect, some of which even surpassed the Zhang Family in power.

Furthermore, besides the human race, other major forces like the Devil Race, the Divine Path, the Primordial Spirit Race, and the Ghost Clan commanded strengths that were not considerably weaker than those of humanity.

"Actually, Fellow Daoist, there is no need for excessive worry. Several Outer Realm creatures have successfully integrated into the Tao Spirit Realm,"

Ming Yun offered a reminder as he observed Li Zhirui returning the Jade Slips. "For instance, a Golden Immortal Great Power known as Feiyi originally hailed from the Outer Realm."

"In addition, there are a few Golden Immortals who share the same origin, and even more among the Profound Immortals. Therefore, the Heavenly Dao within the Tao Spirit Realm maintains a receptive and welcoming stance towards Outer Realm creatures; as long as you refrain from causing destruction to the world, the Heavenly Dao will not pursue you."

"Oh?"

These revelations did little to pique Li Zhirui's curiosity, save for the final two sentences, which left him thoroughly astonished.

The fact that the Heavenly Dao of the Tao Spirit Realm did not suppress beings from Outer Realms was already uncommon, but to learn that it did not merely tolerate them but actively welcomed their presence was truly surprising.

"Do you have any insight into the reasons behind this phenomenon?" Li Zhirui inquired, his curiosity piqued regarding the underlying causes.

"I possess no such knowledge myself."

Ming Yun stated, shaking his head. "Despite the frequent great battles occurring within the Tao Spirit Realm, with your capabilities, you should remain relatively secure, provided you do not wreak havoc upon the world or provoke any major factions."

"I am grateful for your guidance, sir."

Following these words, Li Zhirui ceased speaking and began to conserve his spiritual energy in preparation for the impending journey through the Tao Spirit Realm.

...

The remainder of their travels proceeded without incident and proved to be remarkably smooth.

After a considerable duration, the group eventually came to a halt within the vast emptiness of the Void.

"Ahead lies the world from which I originate, the Tao Spirit Realm," Ming Yun announced, his expression tinged with a complex mix of emotions.

As a native inhabitant of the Tao Spirit Realm, from the human race, he now found himself unable to return, compelled to remain hidden within the Void.

Perhaps, after a period of time had elapsed and his past actions had faded from public memory, he might be able to venture back.

"I express my sincere appreciation for your assistance in guiding me here."

"I am committed to fulfilling the promise I made to you, Fellow Daoist."

"Then I shall take my leave. I wish you success in attaining your aspirations and achieving further advancements!"

"Thank you."

Li Zhirui replied calmly before proceeding alone towards the world that lay not far ahead.

Recognizing the inherent dangers within the Tao Spirit Realm, he entrusted Qing Si to the cultivation space, hoping she would swiftly reach the Heavenly Immortal realm.

The instant he made contact with the Boundary Membrane, Li Zhirui found himself believing Ming Yun's earlier assertion that the Heavenly Dao of this realm would not arbitrarily suppress Outsiders.

His conviction stemmed from the fact that the Boundary Membrane of the Tao Spirit Realm, unlike those of other worlds, displayed no trace of resistance or obstruction; instead, it seemed to emanate a faint sense of welcome, causing him to question his own senses.

However, before he could delve deeper into this perplexing observation, he had already passed through the Boundary Membrane and entered the Tao Spirit Realm.

Ming Yun did not depart immediately but remained observing for quite some time before reluctantly turning away and dissolving back into the immense Chaos.

Upon Li Zhirui's entry into the Tao Spirit Realm, no anomalies transpired; it was as though a native returning home, rather than an interloper making an incursion.