I am grinding experience in another world

Luandu County, Qiluo Mountain City Divine Temple.

"Could it really be the descendant of a Demon Immortal capable of autonomously achieving the Underworld God Transformation?" Yuan Xia could hardly believe it.

The Heavenly Demon Reincarnation Qi Cultivation Method was extremely dangerous, with the fourth stage of Transcending Thunder Tribulation weeding out most of them.

The fifth stage, Open Meridians, and the sixth stage, Dragon Gate, are both brutal methods that forcibly alter one’s body, adding difficulty upon difficulty. Surviving the seventh stage of the Heavenly Demon Bloodline’s backlash and cultivating into one’s True Form to achieve the status of a Demon Immortal is even more difficult.

Moreover, these types of Demon Immortals have transcended the mundane world and do not care about the Mortal Realm. The possibility of them leaving behind descendants is extremely slim. Even if there are descendants, the chance that their bloodline is compatible with the Underworld God Transformation is just as pitifully small.

"I do not know," Yuan Dong said with an expression of calm indifference.

"Big brother, did you deliberately let them leave? To cast a long line to catch a big fish, to find their base?" Yuan Xia suddenly realized.

"No, I just did not want to die, that’s all," Yuan Dong said calmly, glancing at his little sister.

Yuan Xia: "..."

"It seems that person truly is no ordinary individual," Temple Keeper Li Buxian said cheerfully.

"A casual strike from him was comparable to the third transformation of the Underworld God—had it actually been delivered…" Yuan Dong shook his head with a complex expression.

"Could it be a high-level master trying to conceal their identity and deliberately pretending to be so?" Li Buxian raised his eyebrows slightly.

"The aura was singular, at most the first transformation of the Underworld God. It does not quite seem like a master in disguise," Yuan Dong said after careful thought, shaking his head.

"Is it possible that it was a Qi Cultivator disguising themselves?" Li Buxian asked with interest, "Perhaps it was the same person who appeared atop Qiluo Mountain previously." Stay updated with NovelBin.Côm

"There was only one blip on the Soul-Searching Disc," Yuan Dong shook his head, taking out a palm-sized emerald disc from his sleeve. "Unless that person has a way to avoid the Soul-Searching Disc’s detection."

"Could it indeed be a genius?" At this point, Yuan Xia actually began to believe her elder brother’s initial judgment.

The City God dojo is like a Heavenly Net that covers Da Qian, and is connected to the Soul-Searching Disc. As long as someone is a Qi Cultivator, no matter how well they hide, they will be discovered. She joined the Lock Dragon Courtyard when she was young and has never encountered anyone who could escape the Soul-Searching Disc’s detection.

"That’s why I have invited him to the Lock Dragon Courtyard," Yuan Dong said.

He turned to Li Buxian, "My siblings and I will soon return to the Lock Dragon Courtyard. Mr. Li, I will have to trouble you to keep an eye on that person’s whereabouts."

"Whether he is a Martial Artist disguised as an Underworld God Transformee or a Qi Cultivator in disguise, there are likely many calculations behind this person. You should prepare in advance."

"But if he truly is a genius, then I will trouble you to lead him into the Lock Dragon Courtyard."

Li Buxian nodded in agreement, then smiled and said, "The City Divine Temple festival is in just a few days. Why not stay and join the festivities?"

"I really would like to stay and have some fun for a few days, but unfortunately, the Lock Dragon Courtyard is really short on staff, so…" Yuan Dong shrugged his shoulders in resignation.

...

Divine Statue Cave Heaven.

Chen Mu wore a sullen expression, glaring at Yuan Dong on the water screen.

He had actually believed the glib talk of that man with bushy eyebrows and large eyes, sparing him his life. Who could have guessed that this guy had been all along pretending to be something he’s not?! Dammit.

Indeed, you never can tell what’s in a person’s heart. If I ever come across him again… hmph!

Chen Mu’s eyes narrowed as he watched the people on the water screen, looking particularly unfriendly.

Especially that goat-bearded temple keeper, Li Buxian. This guy who seemed as if he could be knocked over by a mere breeze was no simple character either.

Previously, when his True Form had broken free, the first place he had shown up was at the peak of Qiluo Mountain, and it turned out that this Mr. Li of the temple had already noticed his presence.

Given the attitudes of Yuan Dong and the others, it is likely that this temple keeper, Li Buxian, has also cultivated the Underworld God Transformation, and he’s quite formidable at that.

"To think I was right under his nose," Chen Mu couldn’t help breaking out in a cold sweat.

He had been contemplating visiting the City Divine Temple outside, thankful that he hadn’t. Otherwise, running into this unassuming temple keeper...

That would have been a close call… yikes!

"Earlier, Yuan Dong said the City God dojo belongs to the Lock Dragon Courtyard, and mentioned something about incense Vital Energy accelerating the Underworld God Transformation’s cultivation."

"Looking at it now, the City God dojo is important not just for the Netherworld but for the Martial Dao cultivation in Da Qian as well. This temple keeper, Li Buxian, is probably the warden of the City Divine Temple."

Chen Mu had an epiphany.

It was fortunate that his previous exits from the Divine Statue Cave Heaven were short. Later, to be on the safe side, he also used the Breath Ending Divine Ability to conceal his presence.

In addition, he used the Netherworld Ferry’s shrinking technique to enter and exit the cave heaven, coming and going without a trace. Otherwise, he might have already been discovered by the old man.

"There are always bigger fish. For the near future, I better just stay in the Divine Statue Cave Heaven and quietly Cultivate Immortality," Chen Mu sighed resignedly.

He had been looking forward to enjoying himself in the city during the New Year celebrations of Luandu County.

"What a pity," he lamented.

...

Five days later.

In the mountains of North Pole Mountain in Luandu County.

Inside a dense forest, Sun Ke stood with a nervous expression, vigilantly scanning his surroundings. The hand holding the Extinguishing Breath Stone was sweating profusely.

This was his last Extinguishing Breath Stone, and once it was used up, he might be discovered by the black-skinned hound.

During his travels in the neighboring county over the past few days, the Extinguishing Breath Stone had been a huge help. With it, he even dared to venture into crowded places in the county town.

After experiencing this sense of security, the impending depletion of the stone’s power brought a sense of crisis stronger than ever before, making him increasingly anxious and restless.

After waiting for a full Hour, the setting sun dyed the clouds in the sky a fiery red. Only when the Extinguishing Breath Stone in his hand completely cracked and became ineffective did a figure in grey robes finally appear before him.

Sun Ke was startled, but a sigh of relief escaped him once he recognized the newcomer.

He’s finally here.

If he didn’t come, I’d have to make a run for it!

"Mr. Gongsun, I have successfully fulfilled the mission. All fifty bottles of Fasting Pills have been sold," he said respectfully, handing over a black cloth bag.

He shook the bag slightly, hearing the sound of White Jade clinking inside. Then he enveloped the area with the Truthful Listening Technique; there was no one laying in ambush within thirty li. With the Five Dragons Qi in his palm extinguished, Chen Mu nodded in satisfaction.

It seemed that for a long time to come, there would be no need to replace this intermediary.

"Here is your reward." Chen Mu threw Sun Ke a scroll and a jade bottle.

"Inside the scroll is a record of a secret embroidery technique, and the jade bottle contains blood infused with the Breath Ending Divine Ability."

"Once you master this Secret Technique, you can actively isolate your own Vital Energy. As long as you stay away from the City Divine Temple, you basically won’t have to fear the Lock Dragon Courtyard’s searches again."

Sun Ke was overjoyed: "Thank you for bestowing me with this technique, sir!"

Chen Mu waved his hand indifferently.

This Secret Technique had been passed out countless times in Feng’an City; one more wouldn’t make him feel the slightest bit... hmm...

"I also have the East Pole Longevity Scripture. Recite it three times daily, and it can prolong life and keep death at bay," Chen Mu said gravely.

Really?

Why do I feel... like there’s a catch here?

"Take care of it, and don’t forget to chant it when you get back," Chen Mu said with narrowed eyes, a picture of earnest benevolence.

Sun Ke instantly felt a chill run down his spine and gratefully received it with tears in his eyes: "I will not let you down, sir. I will recite it one hundred times daily!"

Chen Mu nodded, pleased.

I like that you know when to bend and submit.

I wonder if the Heavenly Demon Spirit Seed can be planted in a living person, probably not very likely.

Luckily, with the United Heart Gu as a bond, he’s somewhat one of ours, as long as he doesn’t cause trouble like the Wu Mountain Seven Brothers and Lu Ku did back then.

Speaking of which, are Lu Ku, Shang Huan, and the others dead? Why is the United Heart Gu’s connection so vague? The pulling on my seven powers within the Ghost Gate, could it be the United Heart Gu from those few?

This sudden thought startled Chen Mu and made his face darken instantly.

Did those guys really turn me into a Living God? Don’t let me find you!

Coming back to his senses, Chen Mu couldn’t help glaring at Sun Ke.

This guy was also planted with the United Heart Gu; he wouldn’t cause trouble like those seven bastards, would he?

"Sir?" Sun Ke, seeing the change in Chen Mu’s expression, became anxious and cautiously inquired.

Chen Mu chuckled at himself.

Once bitten by a snake, one fears the well rope for ten years.

This Sun Ke was obviously a timid and cautious man who knew well how to survive; nowhere near as reckless and unruly as the Wu Mountain Seven Brothers.

Shaking his head slightly, he took out a wooden box and passed it over.

"Come here every half-month to hand over Elixir Pills, and you’ll get a ten percent commission."

"Also, besides selling the Elixir Pills, try to collect some Yellow Bud Rice or Essence of the Five Grains."

"You can perform Alchemy?" Sun Ke asked, his face lit with surprise.

With the Breath Ending Divine Ability covering up his Vital Energy and the backing of this high-level figure continuing to refine Fasting Pills, he was bound to make a fortune in the future.

This was truly an auspicious path, a wonderful opportunity. This Mr. Gongsun indeed was a golden thigh to hold onto!

Chen Mu nodded faintly, very satisfied with Sun Ke’s expression.

"This is for the long-term business. Da Qian is so dangerous; safety always comes first," he earnestly advised. "Never overfish the pond; we need a continuous and steady flow."

Sun Ke nodded profusely, finding profound agreement.

...

Two days later, beneath the Gate Tower of Divine Statue Cave Heaven.

A black Primordial Furnace was embedded in a massive table.

Steam rose from the open mouth of the Pill Furnace where broth bubbled, and pieces of meat, mushrooms, and tender vegetable leaves tumbled ceaselessly.

Chen Mu, holding a basket of freshly picked and washed green leaves from the West Cross Yard, approached the gate.

He injected Yin Spirit Divine Power into the statue by the gate, opening the Water Screen outside.

With the din of gongs and drums, the lively scene from the entrance of the City Divine Temple appeared. The place was bustling with constant activity, featuring acrobatics, stilt-walking, magic shows, monkey plays, and more.

Chen Mu enjoyed the hotpot from the Pill Furnace while watching the fair with great interest.

Reflecting on the past decade or more, Chen Mu realized that besides Cultivate Immortality, this was the first time he had witnessed a temple fair like this at the City Divine Temple.

"Interesting, indeed."