Chapter 4268: Cooperative Construction of Qinglian City

An astonishing sight unfolded as Chu Yigan's aura soared, quickly reaching the peak of the Taiyi Golden Immortal realm.

Chu Yigan exhaled a beam of green light, which materialized in his hand, revealing a long saber gleaming with green light. Its blade was intricately engraved with exquisite patterns—a top-grade immortal artifact.

He infused immortal elemental power into the green saber, causing a saber light over a hundred zhang long to surge forth, radiating a destructive power.

The Law of Destruction!

He swung his saber, and a massive green saber light swept forth, streaking directly towards Wang Changsheng.

He unleashed this attack, empowered by the Law of Destruction, at the peak of his Taiyi Golden Immortal cultivation. Even if Wang Changsheng had mastered the Law of Yin-Yang, it wouldn't be easily resolved.

Wang Changsheng's hands traced a pattern in the void, and a colossal Taiji symbol materialized, moving to intercept the green saber light.

The Taiji symbol collided with the green saber light, shook slightly, and disintegrated instantly. A streak of blue light shot forth, only to be shattered by the green saber light.

Wang Changsheng's figure recoiled. His right index finger lightly tapped the void, sending out multiple streaks of blue light, all of which were utterly shattered by the green saber light.

As the green saber light reached Wang Changsheng, he summoned his Qianyu Shield, placing it before him.

The green saber light struck the Qianyu Shield. The shield vibrated slightly, and several minute cracks appeared on its surface. However, a dazzling golden light soon flared, and the cracks swiftly healed.

“Qian Guang Sculpting Immortal Clay!”

Chu Yigan exclaimed in surprise, not expecting Wang Changsheng to possess a defensive top-grade immortal artifact, especially one refined with Qian Guang Sculpting Immortal Clay.

Had he known that the Qianyu Shield was refined with a Primordial Spirit Treasure, he would have been even more astonished.

“One more move, Fellow Daoist Chu.”

“There's no need. Fellow Daoist Wang, it is already quite remarkable that you can withstand two attacks from my brother and me. Surely, we are now qualified to manage Hulan City alongside you!” Chu Yigan stated.

He could tell that the Qianyu Shield's defense was astonishing. Continuing the attack would risk severely damaging the Qianyu Shield, which could sour their relations. Moreover, if the Qianyu Shield easily withstood their combined assault, they would lose face.

“Qualified. However, the profits will be split 70-30, and I still need to find other fellow Daoists for assistance.”

“What? Only three-tenths for our Chu family? Fellow Daoist Wang, our Chu family has more than just two Taiyi Golden Immortals; we can deploy more. Giving us only three-tenths is too little. At least four-tenths.” Chu Yigan began to negotiate.

He had originally intended for a 50-50 split with the Wang family, but given Wang Changsheng's formidable strength and excellent defensive treasure, Chu Yigan conceded.

“Alright then, four-tenths it is.”

Wang Changsheng assented.

The three returned to Hulan City and conversed casually in the Green Lotus Garden.

“Fellow Daoist Wang, I hear you comprehended the Law of Soul through a unique soul cultivation technique. Would you be able to offer some guidance?” Chu Yigan asked politely.

Upon reaching the Taiyi Golden Immortal stage, cultivation is no longer solely about immortal elemental power. Both the physical body and the soul must be sufficiently strong to increase the chances of advancing to the Grand Immortal realm.

“Does your Chu family also possess soul cultivation techniques?” Wang Changsheng asked curiously.

“Of course. After all, if one's soul is too weak at the Taiyi Golden Immortal stage, the chance of advancing to the Grand Immortal realm is very low. Without a soul cultivation technique, one can only rely on external aids like immortal pills, medicines, fruits, formations, and talismans. For an immortal cultivation family like ours, a dedicated soul cultivation technique is far better as it can be passed down and practiced by other clan members. Furthermore, immortal fruits and medicines that enhance the soul are not easily cultivated,” Chu Yikun explained.

“It took me a significant amount of time and effort to comprehend the Law of Soul.”

Wang Changsheng showed a hesitant expression, as he had no deep ties with the Chu brothers. He couldn't just casually offer them guidance.

“I've heard Fellow Daoist Wang is a master immortal artificer. I offer this corpse of an eight-colored Chaos Beast to you. Perhaps Fellow Daoist Wang can refine a top-grade Chaos Armor from it.”

Chu Yigan took out a green storage bracelet and handed it to Wang Changsheng.

Wang Changsheng swept it with his divine sense, nodded, and briefly shared his insights on comprehending the Law of Soul. He didn't elaborate, adhering to the principle of 'you get what you pay for.'

“I see. Thank you for your guidance,” Chu Yigan said gratefully.

“Fellow Daoist Chu, Hulan City is to be renamed Green Lotus City. You may now dispatch experts from your main base to the Chaos Continent.”

“No problem. We will immediately send someone back to draw elite forces. From now on, we will share the same fate.” Chu Yigan assented.

Since they had yet to make any substantial contributions, it was impossible for them to claim the lion's share of profits. The renaming of the city was a minor detail.

After chatting for a while, Chu Yigan and Chu Yikun bid their farewells and departed. Wang Changsheng then had Wang Qingcheng summon Heavenly Venerate Xuanling and Cao Yuanxing.

“Fellow Daoist Xu, Fellow Daoist Cao, the Nangong Immortal Clan intends to entrust the Hulan Mountain Range to our Wang family for management. My capabilities are limited, so I plan to invite you both to assist. You will each receive one-tenth of the profits. The Chu family from the Cloud Dream Sea Region is also joining us; they have secured four-tenths of the profits,” Wang Changsheng spoke candidly.

Heavenly Venerate Xuanling possessed formidable strength, and both he and Wang Changsheng originated from the Profound Yang Realm; his assistance would lighten Wang Changsheng's burden. Cao Yuanxing's strength was not significant, but their two families were connected by marriage, and the Wang family had not forgotten their roots. Over the years, the Cao family had provided the Wang family with considerable assistance.

Cao Yuanxing had even shared his insights on breaking through to the Taiyi Golden Immortal realm with Wang Changsheng. For that gesture of goodwill alone, Wang Changsheng would include the Cao family.

“What exactly would be required of us?” Heavenly Venerate Xuanling inquired.

“If Chaos Beasts at the Taiyi Golden Immortal stage attack, you would intercept them. If there are no such attacks, your intervention won't be necessary, and my clan members can even assist you in gathering cultivation resources.”

“No problem, one-tenth is already a generous share. In the future, there will be ample opportunity to consult Fellow Daoist Wang on the insights of comprehending the Law of Soul. Perhaps one day I might even comprehend the Law of Soul myself,” Cao Yuanxing readily agreed, simultaneously putting in a good word for Wang Changsheng.

Heavenly Venerate Xuanling was accustomed to freedom; a mere tenth of the profits wouldn't sway him. Only insights into the cultivation of the Law of Soul could truly entice him.

Cao Yuanxing's words resonated deeply with Heavenly Venerate Xuanling. He genuinely cared little for the small profit; it was the cultivation insights into the Law of Soul that he coveted.

Heavenly Venerate Xuanling pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, “Very well. I have one small request: Fellow Daoist Wang, I wish for us to collaborate in refining a top-grade immortal artifact in the future.”

“No problem at all.”

Wang Changsheng agreed.

“Henceforth, Hulan City will be renamed Green Lotus City, and we shall work together.” Wang Changsheng raised his teacup.

Cao Yuanxing and Heavenly Venerate Xuanling raised their teacups, clinking them with Wang Changsheng's.

The Hulan Mountain Range possessed abundant cultivation resources. How to develop and allocate them was a matter for consideration. Such minor details could be entrusted to the younger generation. They would guide the overall direction, leaving the specifics to their juniors.

After half an hour of conversation, Heavenly Venerate Xuanling and Cao Yuanxing took their leave.

The Hulan Mountain Range was renamed the Green Lotus Mountain Range, and Hulan City also became Green Lotus City. The original Green Lotus City, in turn, was renamed Sky Lute City.

The Wang, Cao, and Chu families each dispatched personnel from their respective main bases, sending them to Green Lotus City to establish numerous Profound Cities and Yellow Cities. Their tasks included relocating cultivators, reclaiming spiritual fields, mining immortal ores, and cultivating immortal fish, among other things.