The Immortal Master of the Shen Mansion returns!

This explosive news quickly spread among the nobility of Hongcheng County.

It wasn't just Hongcheng County.

Even the Prefect of Songjiang Prefecture rushed over eagerly.

In view of his status as the official head, Shen Xuan met with him and exchanged a few pleasantries.

Then he had Ding's father handle the reception.

The remaining people didn't even have the qualification to meet Shen Xuan.

Only two people were truly able to speak with Shen Xuan.

One was Daoist Mingzhen, a guest at the Shen Mansion.

This person was the trusted disciple mentioned by Lv Zhengying.

His true identity was a servant of the Cyan Cloud Sect.

Lower grade spirit root, over sixty years old, at the Qi Cultivation Fifth Layer.

Quite ordinary.

A disciple with real potential from the Cyan Cloud Sect wouldn't be stationed in Hongcheng County long-term.

Daoist Mingzhen was also Shen Xiuxing's mentor, teaching superior Daoist inner power.

Shen Xuan chatted with Daoist Mingzhen for a while.

He thanked him for secretly protecting the Shen Mansion.

He directly took out five middle-grade spirit stones, saying it was Shen Xiuxing's tuition.

Daoist Mingzhen pretended to decline for a moment.

Seeing Shen Xuan's sincerity, he happily accepted them.

In his entire life, he had never saved so many spirit stones.

As a servant in the Cyan Cloud Sect, he could save at most a few dozen spirit stones a year.

Previously, Elder Lv Zhengying had promised him.

Upon returning to the sect, good duties would be arranged for him.

Now, he also gained Elder Shen Xuan's favor and spirit stones.

This round, he really hit the jackpot.

He was deeply grateful to Shen Xuan and vowed his loyalty.

As long as he was around, he promised to ensure the Shen Mansion's safety.

Shen Xuan smiled at this, took it lightly, and offered a few words of encouragement.

The other person was the Guardian Immortal Master of the Celestial Skill Sect in Hongcheng County.

Upon entering and seeing Shen Xuan, that person immediately knelt with great respect.

"Friend, please rise!"

Shen Xuan gently waved a long sleeve and helped him up.

The Guardian Immortal Master said, "Ding Sixing, at your service, my lifesaver Senior Shen!"

Only then did Shen Xuan remember that this person seemed to be the Ding Family's Immortal Seed he casually saved back then.

More than twenty years had passed.

At that time, Ding Sixing was merely a young boy of about ten years old.

Shen Xuan naturally couldn't recognize him.

However, Ding Sixing had a deep impression of Shen Xuan's appearance.

The key point was that after all these years, Shen Xuan's appearance had hardly changed!

Shen Xuan inquired about the recent status of the Ding Family.

Not bad.

After the Ding Family joined the Celestial Skill Sect, they returned to Cyan Dragon Bay, occupying half of the territory.

Under the leadership of Foundation Establishment cultivators Ding Yijin and Ding Yixuan, the Ding Family gathered dozens of clan members and selected more than ten Immortal Seeds from the Ding Family's mortal bloodline.

After thirty years, the Ding Family's cultivators gradually grew to over a hundred people, somewhat regaining their former vitality.

Ding Sixing took out a letter, written by Ding Yijin to Shen Xuan.

Upon opening it, the date showed that it was written ten years ago.

The letter's content was simple.

Ding Yijin expressed gratitude to Shen Xuan for aiding the Ding Family. If Shen Xuan had time, he was invited to visit Cyan Dragon Bay, where the Ding Family would surely repay the favor.

After reading the letter, Shen Xuan was noncommittal.

He told Ding Sixing to reply.

He would visit Cyan Dragon Bay if he had a chance.

After Ding Sixing left, Shen Xuan pondered briefly.

Back then, he killed Bai Xinghe of the Red Rainbow Sect.

Ding Yijin took the blame for him.

Shen Xuan felt slightly guilty, comforting himself that he would repay the favor to Ding Yijin if an opportunity arose.

At the time, Shen Xuan spoke casually.

After all, he had killed a sect's Foundation Establishment.

It's not true to say he wasn't afraid.

Having Ding Yijin take the blame was much desired.

"Well, I lived in Cyan Dragon Bay for fifty years. It's time to go back and take a look!"

Shen Xuan stayed in Hongcheng County for three days.

He had a private conversation with Shen Xiuxing, advising him not to be complacent or bully the weak, to pursue a tranquil life, and to carry forward the values of loyalty and filial piety in the family.

As for Shen Xiuyan, he would assist her in her cultivation, taking care of cultivation techniques, spirit pills, spirit stones, magical artifacts, and so on.

He clearly told her that due to her limited aptitude, he advised against her going to sects or the Immortal City, markets, or other areas of the cultivation realm.

She should find peace living in the mortal world, pursuing cultivation alongside martial arts.

If her descendants had good aptitude, they would be introduced into a sect.

Shen Xiuyan, understanding, expressed her willingness to follow her father's arrangements.

The majority of the remaining time, Shen Xuan spent accompanying Ding Yuyao.

Now, at ninety-seven years old, time had left no traces on Shen Xuan's face; he still appeared graceful.

Ding Yuyao, at fifty-three, even with the Youthful Appearance Pill and the Jade Maiden Scripture, gradually showed signs of aging.

Shen Xuan handed her a storage pouch.

Inside were low-tier cultivation spiritual objects.

Ordinary mortals could barely use them.

This favor was for Ding Yuyao to bestow herself.

During these three days,

Ding Yuyao, like a young girl,

would take Shen Xuan to visit places where she had lived.

Full of memories.

Throughout these three days, Ding Yuyao's smile never wavered.

Until the final night.

She nestled in Shen Xuan's embrace.

Half-asleep.

"Husband, marrying you, I have never regretted it!"

Shen Xuan gazed at the gradually aging Ding Yuyao, softly saying, "Marrying you, Yuyao, was the greatest fortune of my life!"

Upon hearing this, Ding Yuyao's face displayed a heartwarming smile.

It seemed as if she finally let something go, drifting into a slumber.

The next day.

Ding Yuyao woke up.

Seeing herself still in Shen Xuan's embrace, she felt content.

Shen Xuan gently got out of bed.

Ding Yuyao had a feeling.

"Husband, are you leaving?"

"Yes. Currently, it's unsuitable for me to remain long in the mortal world."

The mortal world lacked Spiritual Qi.

A Foundation Establishment cultivator like Shen Xuan, staying long in the mortal world, found his Spiritual Power easily dissipated.

Moreover, the intense mortal desires weren't conducive to cultivation.

"Call Xiuxing, Xiuyan to the hall, and also Old Liu!"

In the main hall.

Shen Xuan first had a brief conversation with Manager Liu.

Then, he took out an Immortal Ascension Order and gave it to him.

"Old Liu, we've known each other for many years, I won't say much. Keep this Immortal Ascension Order safe. If any of your descendants possess middle-grade spirit roots, this order can be used for priority admission into the Cyan Cloud Sect."

Manager Liu originally lived in Cyan Dragon Bay Market and understood some of the cultivation realm's rules.

In this lifetime, it's impossible for him to pursue immortal cultivation.

However, his progeny now have a sliver of hope for immortal cultivation.

Manager Liu was so excited that he couldn't speak.

Shen Xuan waved his hand, signaling him to step back.

After that, Shen Xuan removed the Purple Jade Sword Heart Bracelet from Ding Yuyao's wrist.

This was originally a meeting gift given to Ding Yuyao by Qin Yuehan.

Years have passed, and the sword qi inside has long dissipated.

Shen Xuan performed a spell with his fingers.

Pure Immortal-Slaying Water Qi Sword Qi was infused within.

A full nine strands.

"Xiuyan, come over here!"

Shen Xuan placed the Purple Jade Sword Heart Bracelet on her wrist.

"Here, I've stored nine strands of sword qi. Some time later, when you have accomplished your cultivation, you can activate it."

"However, the power of this sword qi is immense; those struck will surely die. Do not activate it lightly unless in dire situations."

Among his wife and children, only Shen Xiuyan could cultivate spiritual power.

Thus, Shen Xuan placed the Purple Jade Sword Heart Bracelet on her hand.

This is Immortal-Slaying Water Qi Sword Qi.

Even a Qi Cultivation Realm Cultivator at perfection cannot resist it and stands no chance of survival.

As for a Foundation Establishment Realm Cultivator, it could cause some injury.

If someone intelligent sees this sword qi, they would realize Shen Xiuyan has backing and wouldn't push too far.

Otherwise, if anyone behind her takes action, it could be life-threatening.

As for Ding Yuyao and Shen Xiuxing.

Neither of them has a spirit root and can only cultivate inner strength and true qi.

Shen Xuan thought for a moment.

Took out two jade pendants.

Performed a spell with his fingers, infusing nine strands of Dark Spirit Fish into them.

"Wife, Xiuxing. These also contain my nine techniques. Their power is somewhat less than Xiuyan's."

"You can activate them with your true qi."

"Again, unless in dire circumstances, do not use them lightly."

The power of the Dark Spirit Fish is less than the Immortal-Slaying Water Qi Sword Qi.

But it is also not something ordinary Qi Cultivation Realm cultivators can withstand.

"Alright! Wife, Xiuxing, and Xiuyan. Live your lives well."

"I will return again in eighteen years."

With that, Shen Xuan waved gently to Ding Yuyao.

His figure vanished into the void.

...

One day later.

At the entrance of Cyan Dragon Bay Market.

Shen Xuan gazed toward the familiar yet strange market, feeling a sense of emotion.

Cyan Dragon Bay Market was divided into two.

In the middle was a long array spirit net, splitting it in half.

The left area belonged to Celestial Skill Sect, and the right area belonged to Red Rainbow Sect.

Shen Xuan's previous residence was notably on the side of Red Rainbow Sect.

He restrained his breath, disguised as a Qi Cultivation Ninth Layer, and walked into the market.

Registered a fake name, paid a spirit stone, and walked under the Demon-Revealing Mirror hung high at the market entrance.

Inside Cyan Dragon Bay Market, Shen Xuan leisurely strolled around.

Things have changed.

Many buildings and shops have become different from what he remembered.

Reached the previous residence.

Fortunately, it was still the same as before, with stalls still setting up everywhere.

"Profound Water Turtle! Selling Profound Water Turtle! Boost energy and vigor, guaranteed nights of revelry! Everyone says it's good after eating!"

"Back then, Talisman Master Shen Xuan relied on my Profound Water Turtle, remained youthful, overcame barriers, and soared high!"

Shen Xuan looked somewhat annoyed.

It has been almost thirty years.

The name "Talisman Master Shen Xuan" is still circulating among the vendors.

And that vendor selling Profound Water Turtle turned out to be the same cultivator named Peng.

However, he has aged.

"How many spirit stones for one?"

"Four spirit stones each."

"That's expensive! Can it be cheaper?"

"Why expensive! It's been this price for years, don't talk nonsense!"

Old Peng spat words: "I've sold Profound Water Turtle for so many years! I'm the one who knows best the effects of Profound Water Turtle! Sometimes, consider your own reasons, haven't seen a rise in income despite diligent work over the years!"

"Do you know Talisman Master Shen Xuan? He consumed my Profound Water Turtle, boosted energy and vigor, displayed extraordinary power, and swiftly advanced to the late Qi Cultivation, becoming an upper-grade talisman master!"

The loose cultivator was left speechless by Old Peng's tirade.

"Talisman Master Shen?"

At this time, someone hesitantly called out.

Shen Xuan looked surprised.

Left for over twenty years, yet still meets acquaintances?

Shen Xuan looked over and realized it truly was the former neighbors.

Though he used to be reclusive and rarely interacted with others.

"Shen Xuan?"

Old Peng suddenly paused, raised his head, and looked over.

"Talisman Master Shen, truly it's you!"

Years gone by, Shen Xuan remained as magnificent as ever.

Old Peng was utterly astonished.

"Talisman Master Shen, indeed it is you! Apologies! In business, it's inevitable..."

Old Peng regained his senses, feeling somewhat embarrassed.

After a while, that neighbor spoke to resolve the situation: "Talisman Master Shen, why do you look younger! I almost couldn't recognize you!"

Shen Xuan laughed.

"Old Peng's Profound Water Turtle complements my cultivation technique, indeed effective for health and youthful appearance!"

Upon hearing this, Old Peng instantly became spirited.

"Listen! Everyone listen! Old Peng wasn't bragging! Talisman Master Shen is proof himself!"

Old Peng's voice was loud, drawing a crowd around the stall instantly.

With Shen Xuan's endorsement, the loose cultivators were intrigued.

A dozen young Profound Water Turtles were quickly sold out.

"Talisman Master Shen, thank you! A small gesture, let me offer you tea."

Old Peng offered two spirit stones respectfully.

"No need! We're old neighbors, no need for formalities!"

"Talisman Master Shen is right. It's Old Peng who lacks understanding!"

Old Peng looked at Shen Xuan in front, with heartfelt emotion.

Back then, Shen Xuan was called "Turtle Talisman Master".

His story began with purchasing Profound Water Turtle here, advancing to the Middle Stage of Qi Cultivation, yet remained timid and overly cautious.

It was said he never engaged in magical combat, always enduring in silence.

Even worse than Old Peng himself.

Now, thirty years have passed, he's still a Middle Stage Qi Cultivator, with a distant path ahead, still selling Profound Water Turtle at the stall in front of his residence.

Shen Xuan has become a Late Stage Qi Cultivation and an upper-grade talisman master!

"Returning here after more than twenty years, meeting fellow friends, Shen would like to host a small gathering for drinks, how about it?"

Shen Xuan said with a smile.

The surrounding crowd cheered eagerly.

Right then, someone suddenly shouted: "You folks, conspiring here and causing trouble, what's your crime!"

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