In the guest hall.

Witnessing this scene, the Daoists were both shocked and visibly excited.

The shock was understandable, as they had been cultivating for decades and had never seen anyone cultivate real Qi, let alone perform magic.

Now, witnessing Lu Li's "spell," it was naturally shocking.

As for the excitement, to be honest, Daoists Zhen Hongyi, Zhang Hongzhong, and others, precisely because of their profound "Taoist arts," understood more clearly that celestial beings mentioned in the Taoist scriptures do not exist.

These were merely myths imagined by ancient people to give hope to their beliefs.

But now!

Yet now!

The "Immortal" described in myth sat vividly before them, displaying his mystical great arts!

How could Zhen Hongyi, Zhang Hongzhong, and others not feel excited?

They were somewhat mentally prepared, so they weren't as shocked.

The moment Flaming Baby saw Lu Li use "Immortal Technique" to lift the teacup, her mouth became an "O" shape in shock!

Though it seemed to take a long time to describe, it all happened in an instant.

As soon as Lu Li used his Spiritual Power to lift the teacup, he continued with his next move.

He casually used his Spiritual Power to lift the lid, raise the tea inside, and transform it into a stream flying into his mouth.

Zhen Hongyi, Zhang Hongzhong, and the others were already shocked to see the teacup mysteriously floating in mid-air.

They never imagined that this "Master Lu" in front of them could also move the tea inside the cup to fly directly into his mouth!

Such great arts were unheard of.

At that moment, Zhen Hongyi, Zhang Hongzhong, and several Daoists completely believed that Lu Li was the legendary Immortal, with a realm extremely profound, between Earth Immortal and Celestial Immortal!

Why were these people so certain?

Because according to the alchemical scriptures, Immortals are divided into five ranks.

These are Celestial Immortal, Divine Immortal, Earth Immortal, Human Immortal, and Ghost Immortal.

Ghost Immortals are considered the lowest rank, and depart as Yin Spirits after death.

Yin Spirits belong to Pure Spirit Ghosts, not Pure Yang Immortals.

This method includes: reincarnation, body takeover, borrowing a corpse, transmigration, and more.

Human Immortal is a category in the Daoist Immortal lineage, characterized by a solid form and longevity.

Simply put, they are long-lived individuals seldom harmed by plagues, with few ailments.

It is rumored that Daoist Zhang Zhishun reached the Human Immortal Realm, yet still transcended into immortality.

In the Human Immortal Realm, Daoist Zhang Zhishun lived to be 104, with perfect hearing and sight, able to farm and run, eliciting envy from many.

So, what is the realm higher than Human Immortal, the Earth Immortal?

In the Daoist inner alchemy cultivation system, Earth Immortal is the mid-level path.

They can achieve longevity but lack Divine Power transformations, hence only walk on earth.

It is said Earth Immortals live for 300 years, with famous Daoists like Zhang Sanfeng and Chen Pu at this level.

By this point, many understood clearly.

Earth Immortals lack Divine Power transformations.

In essence, they are just exceptionally long-lived individuals.

But what about this Master Lu before them?

This person possesses Divine Power transformations!

That is something only achievable by those cultivating to the Divine Immortal Realm!

Such a realm, while documented in the Taoist scriptures, has never truly been reached in history.

The Daoists were very certain that Lu Li's true cultivation was above an Earth Immortal, yet below a Divine Immortal.

Because he possessed Divine Power transformations, but had not yet manifested a Sun God as described in the scripture.

Even if he hadn't become a Divine Immortal yet, having already grasped Divine Power transformations, signified that manifesting a Sun God was nearly within reach.

Zhen Hongyi, Zhang Hongzhong, Wang Duguan, and the others were finally sure that Lu Li was indeed a true master.

Realizing they were sitting in front of a genuine Immortal, they no longer dared to remain seated.

The Daoists all stood up solemnly and saluted respectfully.

"Greetings to Master Lu!"

"Greetings to Master Lu!"

A group of Daoists bowed three times and nine kowtows, extremely reverent!

Flaming Baby was still in shock from Lu Li's "Divine Power" demonstration.

Suddenly, several Daoists stood up and loudly greeted him, nearly startling her to her feet.

Despite all her predictions, she never imagined Lu Li's true identity was an Immortal she could never have guessed!

At this moment, even Flaming Baby became restrained, silently standing up, looking at Lu Li with a slightly reverent gaze.

Lu Li: "..."

He looked at everyone speechlessly, casually placing the teacup back on the table, withdrawing his immensely powerful Spiritual Power.

Lu Li said, "Please, Daoists, rise quickly, I am not the Immortal you speak of."

Zhen Hongyi was the first to stand up, but his tone was firm as he said, "No, you are!"

Zhang Hongzhong also stood up, nodding in deep agreement.

His gaze was filled with reverence as he said, "Master Lu, have you lived for hundreds of years?"

The other two Daoists who had just stood up, along with Flaming Baby, perked up their ears again.

In everyone's mind, an Immortal of Lu Li's profound realm must have been a centuries-old monster.

Lu Li, with a helpless smile, said, "I haven't lived for hundreds of years; I am only twenty-five this year."

"Ah?" Zhen Hongyi was dumbfounded, "You're only twenty-five?"

Zhang Hongzhong could hardly believe it, cautiously saying, "Master, please do not tease us, how could one reach near the Divine Immortal Realm at twenty-five?"

"Indeed."

"Though you have not yet soared to the heavens, you have already mastered Divine Power transformations. Before long, you will surely manifest a Sun God and become a true Immortal."

The other two Daoists echoed.

This damn Sun God is about to emerge.

How can he be only twenty-five years old?

They wouldn't dare believe it even if beaten to death!

Lu Li knew his own situation well.

He certainly wasn't some Immortal.

He had just unlocked his genes.

He had been certain of it after going through extensive biological books and observing changes in his body.

Seeing that these Daoists didn't believe him, he couldn't be bothered to explain further.

Lu Li straightforwardly asked, "Daoist Zhen, since you've seen me perform the magic, do you have any solution for the 'mental injury' I just mentioned?"

The Daoists stood there, not daring to address Lu Li as an equal anymore.

Zhen Hongyi respectfully said, "Respectfully speaking, Master, our cultivation is shallow, and we may not understand what's wrong with your Primordial Spirit."

Lu Li felt a bit disappointed, "Alright, I'll figure it out myself."

"Master, please don't be anxious," Zhen Hongyi quickly added, "Though we don't understand, there are many Inner Alchemy techniques recorded in the Daoist scriptures. Perhaps you could use them as a reference."

Lu Li's eyes lit up, "Do you have Inner Alchemy techniques in your temple?"

Zhen Hongyi was about to reply.

Suddenly, the Master of Reception hurriedly came in from outside, "Abbot."

Zhen Hongyi, Zhang Hongzhong, and others looked over.

"What is it?" Zhen Hongyi asked.

The Master of Reception pointed towards the Foreign Guest Hall, "Mr. Qin Liang is here. Do you want to meet him?"

Zhen Hongyi had previously instructed the Master of Reception to report immediately if Qin Liang arrived.

But that was then, and this is now.

Back then, Zhen Hongyi had to give Qin Liang some face due to Mr. Qin's annual donations.

Now, with Master Lu here, they couldn't care less about giving Qin Liang any face!

Zhen Hongyi, Zhang Hongzhong, and others just wanted to admire the grace of this Master and see if they could stay by his side to learn some teachings and truly enter the celestial path.

Compared to worldly wealth, everyone knew it was more important to curry favor with an Immortal like Lu Li.

Zhen Hongyi decisively said, "Go tell Mr. Qin Liang that we have distinguished guests in the temple today, and I cannot entertain him!"

The Master of Reception didn't dare contradict the abbot's intentions and quickly said, "Alright."

Lu Li felt a bit dizzy, thinking that if it wasn't for Qin Liang's introduction, these Daoists wouldn't even be willing to meet him. Why ignore him now that he's here?

He spoke up, "Hold on."

The Master of Reception, unaware that Lu Li was an Immortal, stopped in his tracks and looked at Lu Li with a questioning expression.

Zhen Hongyi quickly asked, "Master, is there something you need?"

Master?

The Master of Reception's eyes widened, thinking Lu Li must be some newly-promoted high Daoist, not realizing he might be extraordinary.

Lu Li, somewhat speechless, said, "Qin Liang introduced me to the Daoists here. Daoist Zhen, why not let him come in for a talk?"

"Uh!"

"Master Lu is the one Qin Liang wanted to introduce?"

Wang Duguan and another Daoist exchanged glances.

Zhen Hongyi and Zhang Hongzhong almost fell over.

They previously heard that Qin Liang was introducing someone and thought it might be trouble, feeling somewhat annoyed.

Little did they know, the person Qin Liang was introducing was actually Master Lu!

Zhen Hongyi's heart began to race then and there.

He thought to himself, "The son of the old Qin family is really something, bringing a Master to the temple!"

Realizing the situation, Zhen Hongyi immediately clarified, "So, Master, you are the person Mr. Qin Liang wanted to introduce. I thought you had come by chance. My apologies, I will go get him."

Lu Li nodded, "Sure, thank you, Daoist Zhen."

"No trouble, no trouble."

Daoist Zhen and the Master of Reception left.

The Fiery Baby, standing aside, watched the whole "farce" and felt stupefied.

Although she didn't know who Qin Liang was, from the conversation between the Daoists and Lu Li, she could tell that the Daoists didn't originally think much of Qin Liang, but knowing he had connections with Lu Li, Daoist Zhen, the temple's abbot, went to greet him personally.

Only then did the Fiery Baby realize the immense significance of Lu Li being regarded as an "Immortal," and how important he was in the hearts of these Daoists.

...

City God Temple, Foreign Guest Hall.

Qin Liang sat there, frowning, thinking how Lu Li had asked him to introduce him to the City God Temple's abbot, yet no one had shown up?

He thought Lu Li was being a bit inconsiderate. Even if he was going to stand him up, he could have at least informed him.

Just as Qin Liang was feeling a bit displeased.

Laughter suddenly came from outside the door.

Then, Zhen Hongyi walked in with a spring in his step.

He immediately said something that left Qin Liang dumbfounded.

Zhen Hongyi said, "Mr. Qin, thank you, thank you for introducing Master Lu to our temple."

What?

Master Lu?

Qin Liang was completely stunned.

He naturally knew that when Zhen Hongyi said "Master Lu," he was definitely referring to Lu Li.

But he really couldn't understand why Lu Li, a "big eater influencer," was being called a Master by a respectable Daoist like Daoist Zhen.

Qin Liang certainly understood what kind of title "Master" held within Daoism.

It was a title for those who had achieved immortality.

At the very least, it was also a title for high Daoists who were eminent in Daoist arts.

Was it appropriate to use it for Lu Li?

Qin Liang was extremely confused and asked, somewhat puzzled, "Daoist Zhen, what do you mean by this?"

Daoist Zhen paused and asked back, "Aren't you aware that Master Lu has achieved immortality?"

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