Chapter 344: Chapter 285: Disciple of Heaven’s Gate_3

Reveling in flowers and wine, free and unfettered!

“Such a remarkable person!”

Flying Immortal Sect had considerable influence in Daheng, and upon hearing the news, immediately sent someone to invite Zhou Yi to join the sect.

They promised a position as an elder, and future expenses at the Flying Immortal Pavilion would be enjoyed at half price!

Zhou Yi admitted that the offer was very tempting, yet he was not short on Spirit Stones, and with a heavy heart, he declined the invitation. However, he still obtained a lifetime membership card that granted him a ten percent discount.

“The Flying Immortal Sect is generous; I won’t change domains in the future!”

Another half-month passed.

Zhou Yi had interacted with numerous powers, with the strong ones having a Heavenly Monarch at the helm, and even the weaker ones had at least a Nascent Soul. The conditions they offered were similar, involving becoming an elder or a venerated figure, with families or sects providing resources for cultivation.

“I lack neither cultivation techniques nor spiritual objects; joining such a power would be useless.”

“Moreover, an elder who joins halfway cannot become one of their own, unable to enjoy core benefits. They would send me to face dangers when it arises!”

“Considering this, being a Loose Cultivator doesn’t seem too bad!”

…

On this day.

Hundred Flavors Tower.

Zhou Yi found a corner and poured wine for himself to drink alone.

A young Taoist priest headed straight up the stairs, came over, and sat down opposite him.

“After waiting for half a month, Daoist friend has finally deigned to leave the Flying Immortal Pavilion.”

“May I know why Daoist friend has sought me out?”

Zhou Yi scrutinized the Taoist priest, who appeared to be in his twenties with a cold complexion and wore a simple and ancient Taoist robe.

The Taoist spoke slowly, “Zi Yang Scripture!”

Whoosh!

The Light Dividing Sword landed in his hands, radiating fierce Sword Qi, transforming into a Sword Array that sealed off the immediate surroundings.

“Who are you?”

Zhou Yi’s intent to kill was intense. If this person couldn’t offer a reasonable explanation, he would strike him down immediately, and if he didn’t die in three strikes, escape Dongsheng Divine Continent and come back after observing for a few hundred years.

“What exquisite sword techniques. Even among the elders in the sect, few have such accomplishments. You are indeed a natural-born seed of sword cultivation!”

The Taoist went on talking to himself, his tone no longer as hard as before, “I am Gu Xiao, a third-generation disciple of the Heaven’s Gate Sect.”

“Heaven’s Gate Sect?”

Zhou Yi eased up a bit and probed, “I once accidentally entered the cave dwelling of a sage and obtained some Heaven’s Gate Sect inheritances, including the Zi Yang Scripture…”

“Heaven’s Gate Sect’s legacy is ancient, and we have countless experts in our sect. There are many inheritances scattered outside.”

Gu Xiao said, “Since Daoist friend has obtained the Heaven’s Gate inheritance, you are connected to our sect, and I, on behalf of the sect, invite Daoist friend to return to the sect.”

“Does the Heaven’s Gate Sect have immortals residing in the world?”

Zhou Yi had been in Dongsheng Divine Continent for decades, and he knew quite a bit about the Cultivation World. For instance, the terms ‘sects’, ‘cults’, and ‘schools’ could not be used interchangeably.

“Of course, our sect has immortals generation after generation!”

Every time Gu Xiao mentioned the Heaven’s Gate Sect, his expression would become solemn, his tone reverent, “Fifteen thousand years ago, Ancestor Yun Yi overcame the Ninety-Nine Heavenly Tribulations and ascended successfully.”

“In Dongsheng Divine Continent, there are but a handful of major sects with the method of ascension!”

Zhou Yi was not excited about the method of ascension; having an endless lifespan, ascending to the Immortal Realm was a matter of when, not if, provided one didn’t die young. He asked,

“I would indeed like to acknowledge my lineage and return to the sect. May I ask, does joining the Heaven’s Gate Sect require restrictions like soul lamps or testing of talent and age?”

“Such restrictions are entirely voluntary.”

Gu Xiao said, “Since the sect’s teachings are widely spread, there are many people cultivating in the countries of Dongsheng Divine Continent. Our ancestors don’t restrict natural talent but only allow those who have formed a Golden Core to officially join the sect!”

Zhou Yi pondered for a moment and then said with a smile.

“I have long admired the Heaven’s Gate Sect, and now that the elder brother has come to my door, my wish has been granted at last!”

Gu Xiao smiled upon hearing this; as the rumors suggested, Zhou Yi indeed had a nature that cared little for face.

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