Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2182 - 1561: Regret

What an incredible sensation this is!

Li Zhirui found himself experiencing something entirely new.

Remarkably, his cultivation and martial prowess remained undiminished, retaining their former might as if the Tao Spirit Realm was completely unbothered by his foreign presence.

A Great Thousand World he had never set foot in was actually extending a welcome, starkly contrasting the unwelcoming and oppressive nature of other realms he had encountered, which left him feeling a touch of flattery.

However, this unusual reception stirred a sense of caution within Li Zhirui.

It was crucial to remember that the Tao Spirit Realm held the status of a Golden Immortal Rank Great Thousand World, a superior entity within the grand expanse of the Universe. If it were to overlook someone of his stature, a mere Mystic Immortal, that would be understandable. But this warm embrace felt rather peculiar.

Nevertheless, Li Zhirui was not dissuaded. Faced with a Great Thousand World that could significantly boost his cultivation, he was certainly unwilling to let such an opportunity slip away.

Without any guidance, he might have drifted through the Void for countless millennia and still failed to discover such a realm.

Furthermore, he harbored ambitions regarding the Tao Spirit Realm; should it demand a sacrifice that wasn't overly steep, he could readily accept.

Unbeknownst to Li Zhirui, deep within the fabric of this world’s Heavenly Dao, his arrival had caused a subtle disturbance in the river of fate, creating a narrow 'channel' that flowed inexorably towards an unknown destination.

This event wasn't particularly extraordinary, as similar occurrences could arise during the world's natural processes due to specific events.

Consequently, the shift in the river of fate went unnoticed. Even the formidable Golden Immortals, despite sensing the anomaly, paid it no mind, interpreting it as a natural progression of fate.

Now, resuming our narrative!

Having successfully traversed the boundary membrane, Li Zhirui made his descent onto the grounds of the Tao Spirit Realm without causing any disruptions or significant disturbances.

"I wonder where precisely I've arrived..."

While the Jade Slip gifted to him by Ming Yun did contain a map of the Tao Spirit Realm, the absence of distinct landmarks in his immediate vicinity and the novelty of his surroundings rendered him unable to ascertain his current location.

His sole hope was that he had landed within human-controlled territory. Even a secluded area would suffice, as long as it wasn't within the domain of an alien race.

Before long, a chance presented itself for Li Zhirui to determine his whereabouts when a demon cultivator from the Mortal Realm hove into view.

With a casual gesture, he apprehended the demon cultivator, commanding, "Speak when asked!"

The demon cultivator trembled, offering no resistance, and could only nod repeatedly.

"Where is this place?"

"Cangmu State."

A jolt went through Li Zhirui as he swiftly pinpointed the location on his mental map, after which he let out a sigh of relief.

Although this region lay on the fringes of the territories inhabited by humans, the Devil Race, and the Primordial Spirit Race, it was still considered human territory, albeit one potentially fraught with conflict due to ongoing wars.

Ironically, the more volatile a region, the better suited it was for him, allowing for a more seamless integration and facilitating the concealment of his identity.

"You have never seen me today!"

Rather than engaging in a protracted interrogation, Li Zhirui opted to directly delve into the demon cultivator's memories. This allowed him to swiftly acquire a comprehensive understanding of Cangmu State, accelerating his familiarization with the region.

The information provided by Ming Yun, while comprehensive regarding the entirety of the Tao Spirit Realm, lacked the granular details pertinent to specific locales.

Moreover, given the vast disparity in their cultivation levels, the demon cultivator remained utterly oblivious to the intrusion into his Spiritual Soul, leaving him bewildered yet compliant.

"I shall investigate Cangye Immortal City first."

This city was the closest major urban center, established primarily to counter the threats posed by the Devil Race and the Primordial Spirit Race.

In the ensuing moment, Li Zhirui masked his aura, adopting the guise of a Human Immortal cultivator.

The rationale behind this was simple: even within a high-tier Great Thousand World like the Tao Spirit Realm, cultivators at the Mystic Immortal realm were a rarity. Revealing such a cultivation level could easily attract unwanted attention.

He also subtly altered his physical appearance, transforming into a youthful and rather handsome visage before commencing his journey towards Cangye Immortal City.

As the distance was not prohibitive, Li Zhirui soon reached his intended destination.

Likely due to its strategic border location and its function as a crucial transit point, Cangye Immortal City exuded an atmosphere of constant activity. A multitude of cultivators passed through its gates, en route to distant territories in pursuit of rare spiritual items or to test their mettle.

Thus, upon his arrival, even with the presence of multiple entryways along the city walls, the thoroughfares were still densely populated with throngs of people. Furthermore, within the assembled throng, one could observe cultivators of Human Immortal and Earth Immortal calibers, and even the figures of Heavenly Immortal cultivators were a frequent sight. Yet, all these individuals patiently awaited their turn in the queue. This observation made it clear that the Tao Spirit Realm possessed a hierarchy vastly superior to any Great Thousand World Li Zhirui had encountered previously. In other realms, a Heavenly Immortal represents the apex of existence, unbound by any decree, but within the Tao Spirit Realm, they too must maintain order and queue diligently to gain entry into the city. His presence as a Human Immortal cultivator went entirely unnoticed. As he stood among the multitude, a flash of Spirit Light pierced the heavens, revealing a Profound Immortal gracefully descending into the city. With elevated cultivation Realms and enhanced might, inherent privileges accompany such beings, rendering supposed restrictions on flight utterly inconsequential to them.