Myriad Realms Gatekeeper

Indeed, the entrance of a universe species into the Taoist Palace was equivalent to forging a bond between the Taoist Palace and higher cosmos life, which only brought benefits to the Taoist Palace.

Upon further thought, an existence like Tu Fusheng personally coming forward to deliver someone into the sect.

Perhaps Tu Fusheng was just a front!

This youngster might have the backing of some powerful cosmic species force!

That would explain it—

No wonder he simply didn't care about those treasures that are immeasurably precious to ordinary beings.

For universe species, the treasures of the masses count for nothing.

The real treasures are those things deep within the cosmos.

The Sect Master Saint's thoughts flew.

Suddenly,

a series of knocking sounds arose.

"Who is it?"

Shen Ye called out listlessly.

"It's me! Open the door, Shen Ye!" Outside was an angry female voice.

Shen Ye sighed, got up, and went to open the door.

As the door opened,

Chu Manshu stood outside.

"Are you out of your mind, Nangong Wantu?" she bellowed.

"I've already apologized sincerely and even presented a gift. I don't know why Senior Sister would still be angry," Shen Ye said.

"You're actually trying to make me die of anger, aren't you?"

"Not at all."

"You're still targeting me," Chu Manshu was livid, shouting loudly, "Answer me! Don't beat around the bush, just a multiple choice—yes, or no!"

"Or," Shen Ye said.

"I'll kill you!"

"Don't be agitated—"

"Take this sword!"

"Ying ying ying."

With the situation as it was, he had to activate the new entry!

Even the Sect Master Saint, standing at the side, hesitated about what to do.

These two, one a big financial package for the sect, suspected to have cosmic power backing; the other a talented female disciple.

—It's a loss for the sect either way!

Forget it.

I'll stop them.

The Sect Master Saint was about to intervene when he suddenly sensed the overwhelmingly powerful arrival of the Power of the Magical Realm.

"A phrase acknowledged by the Law Realm?"

The Sect Master Saint halted his action, suddenly looking towards Shen Ye.

It was him!

"Senior Sister, listen to my explanation,"

Shen Ye said with a gentle tone.

But then, Chu Manshu's face full of murderous intent paused, suddenly becoming calm.

She herself was also surprised.

—It seemed that her anger from being insulted suddenly vanished into thin air, allowing her to calm down and think rationally about the entire affair.

"Fine, I'll give you a chance to explain, and not let others say I'm making trouble without reason,"

Chu Manshu put away her sword and said coldly.

"What did Daoist Righteousness Brother send you?" Shen Ye asked.

Chu Manshu took out a pure gold token.

Only to see that on the token was inscribed a line of big characters:

"Heavenly Immortal Tower."

Chu Manshu's eyes revealed a trace of murderous intent as she said with a calm tone:

"Heavenly Immortal Tower is where those lascivious men go to seek pleasure. By giving this to me, are you not humiliating me, implying that I am also one of those women from the Heavenly Immortal Tower?"

Shen Ye slapped his forehead.

"That's a big misunderstanding, Senior Sister."

He took the golden token from her hand, infused it with spiritual power, and activated it.

Suddenly, a voice came from the token:

"Respected Heavenly-grade VIP, good evening, what can I do for you?"

"I remember my VIP token was registered under a female customer," Shen Ye shouted at the golden token.

—It was like using a walkie-talkie.

"Yes, it was a female customer," the voice on the other end said.

"Arrange for twenty, the address is Supreme Taoist Palace Mysterious Gate Peak, disciple Nangong Wantu's residence, come immediately."

There was some hesitation on the other end: "Twenty? It's quite troublesome to summon them immediately, and the journey is far—"

Shen Ye waved his hand: "Money is no object, I'm topping up thirty thousand spirit stones—by the way, is there any promotion for topping up now?"

"Yes, Senior Brother," the voice became increasingly respectful.

"Arrange it!"

"Yes, Senior Brother."

Shen Ye put away the token and threw it back.

Chu Manshu didn't catch it.

The golden token "clanged" as it fell to the ground.

"What are you up to?"

Chu Manshu said coldly.

"Senior Sister, you really misunderstood. This token is meant to be a gift as compensation, with absolutely no intent to defame you," Shen Ye said.

"But what about just now?" Chu Manshu asked.

Another round of knocking sounded.

The Sect Master Saint already knew the whole story, and silently turned his back.

Chu Manshu turned to face the main door, her face full of suspicion.

"The door is unlocked, come in!"

Shen Ye called out.

The doors to the cave dwelling swung open.

Twenty handsome and elegant male cultivators, all as dashing as Pan An, strolled in.

"Greetings to Fellow Nangong, greetings to Daoist Chu."

The male cultivators greeted them one after another.

Chu Manshu looked around incredulously, recognizing each one, and exclaimed in surprise,

"Eh? Aren't you Zhao Ziwen from the Flowing Cloud Sect, known as the Flowing Cloud Immortal Guest?"

"And you—I seem to have seen you before; aren't you Sun Leyun from the Wanshan Martial Sect, known as the Jade-Faced Little Martial Saint?"

"...Why have you all come?"

Zhao Ziwen smiled and clasped his hands, "Tonight, with Senior Sister Chu and Junior Brother Nangong in such good spirits, how could we not join in on the fun?"

"Exactly, Senior Sister Chu, why not sit and discuss the Dao together?" Sun Leyun suggested.

Chu Manshu glanced and saw that this Sun Leyun was dressed in majestic battle armor, but it appeared to have been struck by a formidable strength, shattering a large piece around the abdomen.

Thus revealing a perfectly sculpted eight-pack.

"Senior Sister Chu, would you like to learn some techniques to improve your physique? I can guide you."

Sun Leyun, noticing her gaze, stated genteelly.

"I..." Chu Manshu blushed, "I have only cultivated spiritual power, never learned physical techniques or martial arts."

"Muscles and blood flow are actually quite easy to control, come, touch and you'll know," Sun Leyun suggested.

Chu Manshu took a step back and glanced at Shen Ye.

But Shen Ye picked up the Golden Token and earnestly said, "This token is a 'Seeking the Dao Token.' One can use it to seek guidance in cultivation from experts of other sects and to discuss life, Senior Sister."

He presented the token to Chu Manshu once more.

Chu Manshu looked at the token and then at the eight-pack not far behind it, took a deep breath, quickly grabbed the token, and tucked it into her sleeve.

"There are a bit too many people."

Her voice was as faint as a mosquito's as she whispered.

Twelve streaks of firelight suddenly came flying from the distant sky, landing inside the cave dwelling.

The twelve male cultivators who had not much joined the conversation, nor met eyes with anyone, took the fire talismans and said to Shen Ye while clasping their hands,

"Unfortunately, we have matters to attend to at our sect today, so we must leave now and gather another day."

"Alright, travel safely," Shen Ye replied, clasping his hands in return.

Whoosh—

They flew away.

Eight male cultivators remained, all with noble brows and bright eyes, tall statures, and eight-packs.

"I intend to invite a few junior sisters to discuss the Dao as well."

Chu Manshu said with a reddened face, biting her lip.

Shen Ye was taken aback.

Are you starting a party now?

Zhao Ziwen, quick on the uptake, transmitted his voice,

"Junior Brother Nangong, this Senior Sister is truly shy and sincerely thinks that just sitting and discussing the Dao is wonderful. Plus, she's considering the welfare of the junior sisters."

So, that was it!

Nicely done!

Shun Ye nodded and smiled, "Senior Sister, I'll prepare drinks, fruit seeds, and snacks. You call the people; tonight, we're not going home until we're drunk."

"Okay!" Chu Manshu smiled slightly and released seven or eight Communication Talismans.

In no time,

A few female disciples arrived with the breeze, screaming at the sight of the handsome male cultivators as soon as they entered.

"Senior Sister, you're having such a feast!"

One of the female disciples blurted out.

Chu Manshu glared at her.

The male cultivators, ever so professional, clasped their hands together, saying,

"Being invited by Fellow Nangong and Daoist Chu today, we've come to discuss and share insights with everyone. We hope the fairies will not spare their teachings."

Laughter and cheerful voices arose.

"Are you still mad at me?" Shen Ye transmitted his voice.

"I misunderstood you, Junior Brother. Oh, that Sun Leyun..."

"Number 66, call that number when you want him."

"...Alright."

The Holy Honored Sect Leader could not bear to watch any longer.

He silently rose into the air, cutting straight through the cave dwelling's roof, flying up high, and quickly returning to the Council Hall of the sect.

Several Supreme Elders were discussing important matters and stood up to salute him as he arrived.

"Reporting to Saintly Honor—eh? Why does Saintly Honor look so weary?"

One Supreme Elder asked with surprise.

"Let's not talk about it... In the future, you all need to pay more attention to the discipline of our Supreme Tao Palace and ensure timely education," the Sect Leader said, massaging his temples with a headache.

"Yes!" The Elders said in unison.

"There's another important matter."

"What are your orders, Sect Leader?"

"Our team sent to investigate Yun Ni's death, how are they doing now?"

"They're fighting in the 'Indefinite Layer', where one's strength is forcibly limited to the Nine Layers of the Law Realm, so progress is slow."

"Hmm... send another Elder to lead the team, and take Nangong Wantu with them as well."

"Him?"

Several Supreme Elders exchanged glances, somewhat puzzled.

"Sect Leader", one Elder spoke softly, "He's not one of us."

"He's of the king species," the Sect Leader explained.

"King species? It's been a long time since I've heard that name... Didn't that race go extinct a long time ago?"

"I suspect he was cultivated using the remnants of a bloodline by some cosmic family because the power of his bloodline is very dilute."

"Since he's not a commoner and is willing to sacrifice, let him join. Although his strength is weak—"

"The 'Indefinite Layer' has a cap at the Nine Layers of the Law Realm; he's currently Eightfold. It's okay, since he's one of us and willing to make sacrifices, it's feasible to cultivate him."