Chapter 47: The Taiyuan Immortal Emperor

At this moment, Lin Jiufeng showed everyone what true genius looked like.

After a brief moment of silence, the Taiyuan Immortal spoke, his tone complicated: "I admit, you are stronger than me at the same realm."

The immortal's pride had been shattered, and he accepted this fact calmly.

Upon hearing this, the young kings of the Hundred Races were left speechless. Even the ones who had been the most vocal and resentful, like the Asura King, the Yasha King, and the Golden Lion King, fell silent. Lin Jiufeng's feats and power were so overwhelming that they couldn't say a word in response.

The Taiyuan Immortal then said, "I promised that if you defeated me, I would unconditionally grant you one request. Speak now—do you wish to inherit the Taiyuan Immortal Manor's legacy?"

The moment these words were spoken, the young kings of the Hundred Races couldn't help but feel envious. The Taiyuan Immortal Manor had existed in the dimension battlefield for millennia, and no one had ever obtained its legacy. Could this mysterious individual be the one to claim it today?

Everyone turned their attention to Lin Jiufeng, expecting him to ask for the Taiyuan Immortal Manor's inheritance.

But Lin Jiufeng surprised them by saying, "Taiyuan Immortal, may I have a private word with you?"

"Of course!" The Taiyuan Immortal immediately agreed, and the entire grand hall began to resonate with energy. It split into two, transforming into a smaller hall where only Lin Jiufeng was present.

The Taiyuan Immortal's voice echoed: "Now, you can speak about what you want."

Lin Jiufeng immediately took out a white jade ring and displayed the sword of the Sword God Emperor Liu. He said, "This is my master. He was gravely injured, his body has died, and his soul is hanging by a thread, close to extinguishing. I hope the Taiyuan Immortal can save him."

Although Lin Jiufeng had never met the Sword God Emperor Liu in person, he had studied the sword techniques created by him and had greatly benefited from them, considering himself a disciple in spirit.

"You asked to speak privately just for this?" The Taiyuan Immortal's voice sounded surprised.

Lin Jiufeng nodded. He couldn't reveal the Sword God Emperor Liu in front of the young kings of the Hundred Races, as it would expose his true identity as a member of the human race.

From the moment Lin Jiufeng decided to use the Taiyuan Immortal as practice, he knew that his true identity would eventually be discovered. The young kings of the Hundred Races would definitely realize that he was an impostor posing as the Yasha Young King. But so what? They knew he was a fake, but did they know his true identity? No, they didn't!

However, if Lin Jiufeng were to reveal the Sword God Emperor Liu in front of them, his secret would be exposed. Hence, he asked for a private conversation.

"Do you understand what it means that I am offering to grant you any request unconditionally?" The Taiyuan Immortal's voice now held a hint of anger.

Lin Jiufeng could hear the frustration in his tone but remained firm, saying, "I appreciate the Taiyuan Immortal's kindness, but I must save this master of mine."

As for the Taiyuan Immortal's inheritance, Lin Jiufeng would have to give it up. But he believed that even without the inheritance, his astonishing talent would eventually allow him to rise to greatness.

Therefore, saving the Sword God Emperor Liu was the priority.

After a long pause, the Taiyuan Immortal sighed and said, "Your master's body has died, and his soul is almost gone. Reviving him is truly impossible. If I were at my peak, I could have defied the heavens and changed his fate. But now, I do not possess such power."

Lin Jiufeng frowned and asked, "Is there really no way?"

The Taiyuan Immortal replied regretfully, "Reviving him is unrealistic. I am not as powerful as you might think."

Lin Jiufeng felt a pang of despair. He had worked so hard, entering the Taiyuan Immortal Manor, all to save the Sword God Emperor Liu. But now, with the Taiyuan Immortal confirming there was no hope, his hopes had been dashed.

If even the immortal couldn't do it, then the people in the dimension battlefield certainly couldn't either.

"But although it's impossible to bring him back to life, there is another method. It will be much more difficult, though," the Taiyuan Immortal added, seeing Lin Jiufeng's despair and feeling a surge of affection for him.

"What method?" Lin Jiufeng asked eagerly, like a drowning man grasping at a straw.

"Walk the Ghost Cultivator path," the Taiyuan Immortal said gravely.

"Ghost Cultivator?" Lin Jiufeng murmured. "You mean to focus on cultivating the soul?"

The Taiyuan Immortal shook his head. "Not focusing on the soul, but only the soul. You abandon the body, and your soul enters the Dao, walking the path of ultimate extremes."

"However, this path is incredibly difficult. It's many times harder than ordinary cultivation. The trials are harsh, and you'll face many obstacles. In the end, you'll have to face several tribulations of the Nine Heavens. But if you survive, you will become a person standing at the peak of the world." The Taiyuan Immortal explained.

"Walk the Ghost Cultivator path." Lin Jiufeng didn't hesitate at all. He knew that if the Sword God Emperor Liu couldn't be saved through conventional means, the only remaining option was this perilous path.

The Taiyuan Immortal asked again, "Are you sure you want to use this opportunity for your master?"

Lin Jiufeng nodded firmly.

"By choosing this, his strength will surely decline at first, and his future is uncertain. Are you willing to abandon my inheritance for him?" the Taiyuan Immortal asked once more.

Lin Jiufeng smiled. "The Taiyuan Immortal's inheritance is something many would desire, but it doesn't matter if I don't get it. If I don't save this master, I will regret it for the rest of my life. A hundred years from now, a thousand years from now, I'll still blame myself. So, for the sake of my peace of mind, it's worth it. The immortal's inheritance is wonderful, but perhaps I'm not fated for it."

The Taiyuan Immortal cursed angrily, "Fool! Stubborn idiot! If you inherit my legacy, I could still save your master!"

Lin Jiufeng was stunned.

Is that possible?

He had never considered this, his mind hadn't worked that way.

"Could that be done?" Lin Jiufeng asked in surprise.

"Hmph, if you inherit my legacy, the Taiyuan Immortal Manor will be yours. Everything here will be under your control. I could also help you make your master walk the Ghost Cultivator path," the Taiyuan Immortal said with exasperation.

Lin Jiufeng immediately smiled and said, "Immortal, please don't be angry. I was too impatient and not quick-witted. I've changed my mind. I now wish to inherit the Taiyuan Immortal Manor's legacy."

The Taiyuan Immortal coughed and then asked seriously, "Are you truly certain that you want to inherit the Taiyuan Immortal Manor's legacy?"

Lin Jiufeng nodded resolutely, "I want to inherit it!"

"Very well, then I shall tell you who's legacy you are inheriting," the Taiyuan Immortal said solemnly.

Lin Jiufeng listened attentively.

"I am the Taiyuan Immortal, the Immortal Emperor of the Immortal Realm, known as the Taiyuan Immortal Emperor!" The Taiyuan Immortal declared proudly.

Immortal Emperor?

Lin Jiufeng was stunned. What kind of realm was that?

Although he didn't understand the hierarchy of the Immortal Realm, for some reason, it sounded extremely imposing.

It seemed that the Taiyuan Immortal noticed Lin Jiufeng's confusion. He began to explain, "There are many who are unaware of the different realms in the Immortal Realm, especially those in the dimension battlefield. Let me break it down for you. The Immortal Realm's realms are divided into True Immortal, Mysterious Immortal, Golden Immortal, Monarch Immortal, Ancestor Immortal, Immortal Emperor, and Immortal King."

"True Immortal, Mysterious Immortal, Golden Immortal, Monarch Immortal, Ancestor Immortal, Immortal Emperor, Immortal King…" Lin Jiufeng memorized these realms carefully.

Then, he realized that the Taiyuan Immortal, being an Immortal Emperor, must be an existence that could almost dominate the entire Immortal Realm.

The Taiyuan Immortal continued, "Even within the Immortal Emperor realm, I am unmatched. Below the Immortal King, I am invincible. If an Immortal King comes, I can fight one-for-one."

How domineering!

Lin Jiufeng couldn't help but ask, "Then why have you ended up here in the dimension battlefield searching for a successor?"

The Taiyuan Immortal fell silent.