Who Told Him To Cultivate Immortality!

Chapter 1: Today is a Good Day to Travel, Not to Cheat

The second day of the second month of the lunar calendar was a good day to travel.

The rain fell on the ground, splashing the fragrance of the soil. When the rain fell on the lake, it created ripples. When the rain fell on the heads of the passersby, it caused them to curse in a low voice.

"Who said today is a good day to travel? It's raining when we go out." Lu Yang complained, regretting that he did not bring his raincoat in advance.

It was his first time traveling, so he did not have much experience. The rain came suddenly, drenching him. His shoes were muddy, and when he walked, he could feel the malice of the earth — he needed to pull his feet out of the mud.

Clatter clatter came from behind, attracting Lu Yang's attention.

Lu Yang turned around and saw a horse carriage approaching him. There was no coachman in the carriage. The old horse seemed to know the way and did not need anyone to drive it.

"What a mystical horse."

Lu Yang praised. There were a few scales on the horse's forehead that looked like snake scales. It was obviously some kind of demonic beast.

Although he did not know its value, he knew that this old horse was precious.

At least, he could not afford it with his wealth.

"Brother, you are really in the mood to walk in the rain. Why don't you come and sit in the carriage?"

A man's hearty laughter came from the carriage. Lu Yang accepted the man's kindness. He pulled his feet out of the mud and quickly got on the carriage.

"Sorry to disturb you. I am Lu Yang." Lu Yang carefully sat in the carriage, afraid that the rain and mud on him would dirty the carriage.

"Meng Jingzhou."

The owner of the carriage was like his voice. He was a carefree young man, optimistic and cheerful. It was as if he could talk to anyone.

"Brother Lu, are you also here to participate in the Dao Seeking Sect's selection?"

"Just trying my luck."

Meng Jingzhou laughed. "Brother Lu, it's okay to be honest. If you really wanted to try your luck, you wouldn't be walking in the rain to the Dao Seeking Sect."

Lu Yang was a little ashamed. "Who doesn't want to enter the Dao Seeking Sect?"

The Dao Seeking Sect was one of the five major sects in the Central Mainland. It had countless cultivators and was extremely powerful. Today, the Dao Seeking Sect was recruiting disciples. Many people wanted to give it a try.

Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou were two of them.

When Lu Yang transmigrated to the Central Continent, his parents died early. He was only able to survive with the little inheritance left behind by his parents and the help of his neighbors.

In the ten years he had lived in the small town, he had heard from the storyteller that there was a fairy who knocked on the Heaven's Gate with a sword. He had also heard of a river demon five hundred miles away turning over and causing a flood. He had also heard of a disciple of the Celestial Sect using a flying sword to slay demons and defend Taoism. He had also seen a sloppy Taoist who had swindled people and leaped into the air to escape from prison in front of everyone. However, he was caught by the officials who leaped into the air.

At that time, he knew that this was not a world he was familiar with, nor was it a dynasty he was familiar with. This was a world of cultivation where everyone's strength was concentrated.

He wanted to seek the Dao and learn the Longevity Immortal Art.

The Dao Seeking Sect was his first stop.

There was no other reason for him to choose the Dao Seeking Sect. It was purely because there were no other sects around him, only the Dao Seeking Sect.

Since the Dao Seeking Sect was here, the other sects would not choose to set up their own sects nearby.

During their conversation, Lu Yang learned that Meng Jingzhou came from a family of cultivators, so he knew more about cultivation than Lu Yang.

"The Dao Seeking Sect's requirement to recruit disciples is that they must be mortals below the age of sixteen. It's not just the Dao Seeking Sect; most sects have the same requirement."

"The path of cultivation is long and difficult. Qi Refinement, Foundation Establishment, Golden Core, Nascent Soul, Soul Formation, Void Refinement, Body Integration, and Tribulation Transcendence. Every realm is a watershed, and countless people are stuck there. Only one in ten, one in twenty, or even one in a hundred will appear."

"There are many factors that determine one's success in cultivation, such as luck, wisdom, and Spirit Root … Oh right, Brother Lu, do you know what Spirit Root you have?"

"Although the Dao Seeking Sect does not have high requirements for Spirit Root, they don't want Spirit Root that's too bad."

Lu Yang frowned. He only knew about Spirit Root from the storyteller, so he did not know what Spirit Root he had.

"I don't know. What about you, Brother Meng?"

Meng Jingzhou's expression became very perplexed, and he shook his head. "I tested my Spirit Root in my family before, but the elders looked worried and did not tell me the result. They only said that my talent was amazing and that it would not be a problem for me to join the Five Major Immortal Sects. They said that I would know when I joined the Five Major Immortal Sects in the future. I secretly asked my parents about it, but they were even more worried than the elders and did not tell me either."

Lu Yang speculated, "Maybe your Spirit Root is too shocking and could easily bring disaster to the Meng Family. Only a giant like the Dao Seeking Sect can protect you."

"Just as I guessed."

Meng Jingzhou patted Lu Yang's shoulder as if he had met a confidant. The more he looked at Lu Yang, the more he felt that this person was as talented as him and was born to cultivate.

Lu Yang listened to the sound of the rain getting heavier and heavier outside and was glad that Meng Jingzhou let him get on the carriage.

"Stop." Meng Jingzhou suddenly shouted. The old horse galloped a few steps and slowly came to a stop.

The carriage was a rare treasure, and Meng Jingzhou could see the situation outside the carriage.

Meng Jingzhou saw a woman walking in the rain outside the carriage, just like Lu Yang just now.

"Sister, you are walking in this direction, so you must be going to the Dao Seeking Sect to participate in the test. The rain is so heavy, why don't you take a break in the carriage?"

The woman was a little surprised by Meng Jingzhou's suggestion, but after thinking about it, she agreed.

Once the woman got on the carriage, Meng Jingzhou and Lu Yang were both stunned.

Meng Jingzhou thought that he had seen the world, but he had never seen such a beautiful woman, let alone Lu Yang. The most beautiful woman he had ever seen was the little widow next door who sold tofu.

Of course, Lu Yang was a gentleman and did not have any improper thoughts about the little widow.

The woman was like a demonic but not beautiful lotus. She was dressed in white, slim and graceful, with bright eyes and white teeth, and gave people a feeling that they were in another world.

The woman also wore a string of golden bells on her right wrist.

"Yunzhi thanks the two of you."

The woman's voice was like a clear spring, and it was very comfortable to listen to.

Lu Yang noticed something strange and whispered, "Brother Meng, why is her body dry? Could she be a demon?"

In the stories, demons often turned into beautiful women to seduce young and strong men like them.

Lu Yang was drenched like a drowned chicken. On the other hand, Yun Zhi did not have any rainwater on her. She did not look like she walked in the rain at all.

Meng Jingzhou did not think much of it. "Maybe she has a treasure that can protect her from the rain. This is common in aristocratic families."

Meng Jingzhou was not worried that Yun Zhi was a demon. This was Dao Seeking Sect's territory. Which demon would dare to cause trouble in Dao Seeking Sect?

"Miss Yun Zhi, are you here to take part in Dao Seeking Sect's test?"

"Yes."

Meng Jingzhou said eagerly. "I have the content of Dao Seeking Sect's test here. I spent a lot of money to buy it from Dao Seeking Sect's elder. Miss Yun Zhi, do you want to hear it?"

Lu Yang looked at Meng Jingzhou in surprise. Why didn't you tell me?

Yun Zhi was even more surprised than Lu Yang. "This is cheating. What if Dao Seeking Sect finds out …"

Meng Jingzhou waved his hand and said confidently, "My carriage is a treasure. Even those powerful cultivators and old monsters who live in seclusion cannot use their divine senses to find this place."

"I see. Young Master Meng, please tell me the content of the test."

Hearing this, Lu Yang also pricked up his ears to listen.

Meng Jingzhou cleared his throat. "Dao Seeking Sect's test is divided into three stages. The first stage tests one's spirit root. This is a hard test. There is no room for tricks or shortcuts. The second and third stages have room for manipulation."

"The second stage tests one's character. A carriage loses control and will crash into five people lying on the side of the road. They will die without a doubt. There is another person lying not far away. As outsiders, we can control the direction of the carriage. Choose to ignore it and crash into five people. Or change the direction and crash into another person?"

Lu Yang did not hesitate. "Crash into another person."

Meng Jingzhou was very surprised. Ever since he knew the content of the second stage, he had not thought of a solution. How could Lu Yang make a decision so quickly?

If they chose to ignore it, they would have to watch five people die. It was reasonable, but they would feel bad.

If they chose to change the direction and crash into another person, that person would be so unlucky. They deserved to be killed. Moreover, it was their own doing.

Meng Jingzhou voiced out his doubts. Lu Yang explained, "You don't have that much time to think. By the time you come to a conclusion, those five people would have already been killed.

I'm guessing that the Dao Seeking Sect isn't testing whether you can save five people or one person, but whether you can make a quick decision. "

"I've heard from Mister Shu that the slightest difference in a battle between cultivators could mean the difference between life and death. What is the second test of character? It depends on whether you are indecisive or decisive. The most important thing is to make a decision in the shortest time possible."

Meng Jingzhou suddenly understood.

"The third test is honesty. The Dao Seeking Sect has a mirror that can tell if you are telling the truth or not. If you are found to be lying, you will be kicked out of the test."

Lu Yang thought for a moment and said, "This stage is simple. If I didn't warn you in advance, it's easy to lie to cover up. But since you know in advance, it's better to tell the truth."

Meng Jingzhou nodded. He thought so too.

The two of them discussed for a while and came up with many possible accidents and countermeasures. After thinking it over, they felt that it was flawless.

Miss Yun Zhi revealed a trace of a smile, as if she felt that the two of them had a good idea.

"Thank you for telling me, Young Hero Lu."

"Hmm, has the rain stopped?"

Lu Yang realized that there was no more sound of rain falling outside the carriage. He couldn't help but look out curiously.

The place they had just walked through was still raining heavily. But where they were, the sun was shining brightly. The birds were singing and the flowers were fragrant. It was as if a peerless Sword Qi had divided the world into Yin and Yang, never to cross.

Lu Yang looked up and saw countless rare beasts and immortal treasures rushing towards the towering mountain.

The towering mountain was covered in a layer of light gold by the sunlight. Magnificent patterns spread out from behind the mountain, covering the sky and blocking the rain.

That was the gate of the Dao Seeking Sect. On it was the Sect Protecting Array that no one could break.

Out of respect for the Dao Seeking Sect, the cultivation prodigies landed at the foot of the mountain under the guidance of their elders, waiting for the Dao Seeking Sect to start the test.

The old horse was already a rare demon beast. But compared to the handsome beasts resting at the foot of the mountain, it was still slightly inferior.

"Damn, this is much more domineering than our Meng Family's house."

Meng Jingzhou rubbed his hands nervously. Thinking that he would soon pass the test and become a member of the Dao Seeking Sect, he was more excited.

Lu Yang didn't say anything. He could see the mountain when he was at home. At that time, it was too far away and he didn't feel anything. But standing at the foot of the mountain, he realized how huge it was.

He was a little nervous. He had ways to pass the second and third tests, but he still didn't know what his Spiritual Root was. He might not even pass the first test.

Dozens of cultivators stood in the air in front of the mountain. They were all emitting powerful auras. Lu Yang suspected that if they completely released their auras, not many people would be able to stand.

These cultivators were silent, giving off a psychological pressure for no reason.

Lu Yang heard an elder introducing them to the younger generation. "Looking at the style of their robes, these are the core disciples of the Dao Seeking Sect. They are all disciples of the elders. In the future, these people will be your brothers."

"You don't have to be nervous. They are not deliberately giving you pressure. It seems that they are waiting for the host of the test. When the host arrives, the test will begin."

Lu Yang turned his head, wanting to see Miss Yun Zhi's reaction. Was she excited or nervous?

She couldn't be calm, right?

"Miss Yun Zhi, you …"

Lu Yang was just about to say something when he saw Miss Yun Zhi taking light steps forward. Every time she took a step, a white lotus would appear to support her frail body.

Everyone was in an uproar. Cold sweat appeared on the foreheads of the elders. They hurriedly asked the younger generation to keep quiet.

The white lotus paved a path across the crowd. Miss Yun Zhi came to the middle of the core disciples of the Dao Seeking Sect. The disciples bowed to her to show their respect. Miss Yun Zhi raised her hand and then faced the crowd with a smile.

"Sorry to keep everyone waiting. I am the Senior Sister of the Dao Seeking Sect, the host of this test."

"I announce that the test officially begins."

Then, Miss Yun Zhi glanced at the stunned Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou with a faint smile.

She was indeed here to participate in the Dao Seeking Sect's test. However, she was not a candidate, but an examiner.

(End of Chapter)