Chapter 864

Chapter 864: The Avoidance Stone

A wisp of smoke gathered in front of Xu Fan, and Li Xingci’s figure appeared.

"Master, I’ve managed to get in touch with Mu Dai, the dream wife of our third senior brother."

"Third senior brother is doing well; he’s started re-cultivating with plenty of resources."

"He’s bound to become a famous Golden Immortal of swordsmanship in the Immortal Realm," Li Xingci said with a peculiar expression.

"What do you make of all this?"

"Third senior brother was forced into it, just like I was back then," Li Xingci said thoughtfully.

"Your third senior brother is caught up in a gentle place and won’t be breaking free anytime soon. We should focus on our own cultivation and aim to ascend to the Immortal Realm to join him as soon as possible," Xu Fan said with a smile.

Li Xingci suddenly felt a sense of déjà vu—it was as if he was reliving his own past.

"Master, do you think I have a shot at becoming supreme?" Li Xingci asked out of the blue.

"Everyone has a chance; nothing in this world is absolute."

"Though, your chances are slim—just a tiny possibility," Xu Fan said, pinching his thumb and index finger together to emphasize how small the chance was.

"Master, I’ve recently touched upon the invincible realm. I believe that in a few hundred years’ time, I’ll become an invincible respected elder," Li Xingci declared confidently.

"Reaching the invincible realm is already quite an achievement," Xu Fan nodded.

"To become supreme, talent is only part of it. The luck of the universe plays a crucial role too," Xu Fan explained.

"I understand," Li Xingci said, picking up on Xu Fan’s hint not to force things.

After asking a few more questions about the Path of Reincarnation, Li Xingci left Xu Fan’s courtyard.

"Come out now. Do you really think your clumsy hiding tricks can fool your own son?" Xu Fan said casually.

Wang Yulun appeared, wearing an awkward smile.

"I just wanted to come and chat with Big Brother Xu, but as soon as I got to the door, Xingci showed up," Wang Yulun explained.

"Your son is safe and sound in the Immortal Realm, having inherited half of your skills. He’s enjoying a comfortable life in a gentle place, completely out of harm’s way," Xu Fan said, knowing exactly what his friend wanted to hear.

A teapot materialized out of thin air, pouring tea for the two of them.

"I came to ask if Big Brother Xu could send something to Xiangchi in the Immortal Realm," Wang Yulun said.

"It’s possible, but if the cost is too high, I wouldn’t recommend it unless it’s absolutely necessary," Xu Fan replied.

"It is necessary. Can you think of a way, Big Brother Xu?" Wang Yulun asked, holding up an Avoidance Stone.

"Have you been raiding the metaphysical world lately? Why are you only pulling up things like this?"

First the Affinity Pearl, and now the Avoidance Stone.

"I’m not sure, but I feel like Chi could use it."

"A parent’s heart always worries for their child. Don’t worry, I’ll find a way to get this Avoidance Stone to Xiangchi," Xu Fan said as he took the stone.

"In the future, if you happen to catch any Wealth Jade, Longevity Flowers, or Luck Stones, you’ll have to show them to me first," Xu Fan insisted. Though these items might sound ordinary, they’re incredibly rare—Hidden Spirit Sect hasn’t come across even one in many years.

"Of course, I’ll make sure to bring any such treasures to Big Brother Xu first," Wang Yulun said gratefully.

"Then I’ll go ahead and deliver this Avoidance Stone to your son," Xu Fan said, standing up and transforming into a wisp of smoke.

Wang Yulun smiled as he looked in the direction where Xu Fan had disappeared, saying, "Your good son is also your precious disciple."

At the Elder Council headquarters, Ming Kong examined the Avoidance Stone with curiosity and remarked, "Grand Elder, where did this Avoidance Stone come from? In all our ten thousand years, the Elder Council has only managed to acquire a small piece, not even half this size."

"It broke from overuse when we dealt with the Golden Winged Roc’s clone last time," Ming Kong explained.

"Can you send this to my disciple in the Immortal Realm?" Xu Fan asked directly.

"Yes, it will cost two thousand Immortal Jade, the energy required for the teleportation formation," Ming Kong replied.

"That doesn’t seem right. No matter the distance, it shouldn’t require that much energy," Xu Fan questioned.

"During teleportation, the Feiyu Realm retains some energy, and the Immortal Realm also takes a portion upon arrival," Ming Kong explained with a hint of helplessness.

"If teleportation weren’t so costly, even the higher-ranked elders of the Elder Council could easily possess a celestial tool."

"Alright, two thousand Immortal Jade it is," Xu Fan said, handing over the Immortal Jade and the Avoidance Stone to Ming Kong.

"Wait for me, Grand Elder. I’ll teleport the Avoidance Stone to the Elder Council in the Immortal Realm, and they’ll pass it to the logistics guild to deliver to your disciple," Ming Kong stated.

Xu Fan nodded, unsurprised by the existence of a logistics guild in the Immortal Realm.

Soon, Ming Kong successfully teleported the Avoidance Stone to the Immortal Realm.

In a picturesque small world abundant with spiritual energy, Xu Fan and Ming Kong sat in a pavilion atop a peak.

"After you ascend, who will take your place?" Xu Fan inquired during their conversation.

"The top disciple of the Elder Council, Fei Long, will take over. Before I ascend, I’ll focus all the Elder Council’s resources to elevate him to the supreme realm," Ming Kong explained.

"Originally, when the Upper Zun ascended, I was to inherit his position, but due to the circumstances then, I didn’t have time to comprehend the path to supreme elevation."

"With the Grand Elder now here, the human race is secure, and the Elder Council has no worries. I don’t need to rush to consume resources to achieve the supreme state; instead, I’ve chosen the next generation to take over," Ming Kong added.

Xu Fan had some impression of this top disciple of the Elder Council; his talent, character, and temperament were all top-notch. He was certain Fei Long would become an invincible respected elder, but reaching the supreme state would depend on luck.

"Does the Elder Council also have secret techniques to help reach the supreme state?" Xu Fan asked curiously.

"Yes, it was left by the Upper Zun. He said his appearance had consumed too much of the human race’s luck, and unless by chance, there would be no more powerful beings at the supreme realm in the Human Realm for another ten to twenty thousand years," Ming Kong said, glancing at Xu Fan.

"So he left behind methods to help cultivate the supreme state."

"Given the resource consumption, even with the Elder Council’s accumulation over the years, it can only be attempted once, and success isn’t guaranteed."

"That’s impressive. The Upper Zun truly ensures everything is without error," Xu Fan mused, considering passing the secret technique for cultivating the Blood Demon clan to the Elder Council, thinking about the Feiyu Realm’s defense after his departure.

"Just like the Star Realm, once they lost their supreme being, the Blood Demons invaded, and within just a few decades, nearly the entire human race was slaughtered."

"The Grand Elder is too modest. The Upper Zun once told me he couldn’t compare to you even one ten-thousandth," Ming Kong said, looking at Xu Fan.

"That’s not an exaggeration," Xu Fan said, revealing ten jade plates in his hands.

"This is a method of catalyzing the Blood Demon race to reach the supreme state. I’ve made some adjustments so that humans can also use this secret technique."

"Take a look. If this method is cheaper than the other, we can use it instead."

"I don’t want the Feiyu Realm to be invaded without having a supreme being to defend it after I’m gone."