Investment Return System, Start by taking Demon Empress as a Disciple

Chapter 68: The Choice of Li Shenruo, the Sixth-order Array Master

Upon hearing Scarlet Cloud Immortal's question, Li Shenruo found herself hesitating instead of immediately agreeing. Looking at Leng Yanran's performance, it was evident that her master was undoubtedly an extremely powerful figure.

However, when compared to taking a gamble with an uncertain outcome, right in front of her was a genuine immortal-grade technique. All she needed to do was nod to obtain it!

Wasn't her lifelong pursuit precisely an immortal-grade technique?

As long as she possessed an immortal-grade technique, the entire Holy Mountain would undoubtedly allocate all their resources to her. She would become the most promising candidate for achieving immortality in the entire Eastern Region!

Seeing Li Shenruo hesitating instead of agreeing right away, Scarlet Cloud Immortal furrowed his brow in confusion. He couldn't help but wonder—were immortal-grade techniques no longer appealing to anyone?

How could it be that one of the two Saint-tier geniuses they encountered today instantly declined, while the other seemed to be in a dilemma? What was going on in this world?

"As long as you accept my legacy, not only will you gain my immortal-grade technique, but I will also pass on my knowledge of formations. "In the future, you could become a Sixth-order Array Master, just like me!"

Scarlet Cloud Immortal, worried that Li Shenruo wouldn't agree, decided to increase the stakes.

The preciousness of a Sixth-order Array Master was far more rare than even the Divinity Separation Realm. As a Sixth-order Array Master, one would possess the ability to set up peak-grade Earth-tier formations. And if one further advanced to become a Seventh-order Array Master, they could even manipulate Heaven-tier formations!

Even the most respected sacred grounds would hold a Seventh-order Array Master in high regard, and they would be treated as honored guests no matter where they went.

"Hiss… I didn't expect Scarlet Cloud Immortal to be a master of formations. No wonder the first trial was an array!"

"Not to mention immortal-grade techniques, even becoming a Sixth-order Array Master would earn admiration from all in the Eastern Region!"

"Currently, the highest attainable rank in the entire Eastern Region is likely the Sixth-order Array Master."

"Why hesitate any longer? Has Li Shenruo gone mad?"

"If it's not possible, let me accept the inheritance! I'm willing!"

All the cultivators were taken aback by Scarlet Cloud Immortal's words. They knew Scarlet Cloud Immortal was skilled in formations, but they never anticipated he had reached the level of a Sixth-order Array Master.

"Dammit..."

In a corner, a pig-headed man clenched his fists tightly, gazing at Li Shenruo with intense envy.

In the past, he might have fantasized about surpassing Li Shenruo in cultivation, proposing marriage to the sect, and becoming her Dao partner. But now, all his hopes were shattered.

With the immortal-grade technique, Li Shenruo was bound to make a meteoric rise. Moreover, she would receive the inheritance of a Sixth-order Array Master, elevating her status manifold!

In the future, there was even a strong possibility she would travel to the Central Region and join the genuine immortal sects!

"Tsk, still deliberating over an immortal-grade technique?! To be honest, and I'm not afraid to tell you, what my master imparted to me wasn't immortal-grade techniques. If you seek immortal-grade techniques, my master is indeed unable to provide them."

Seeing Li Shenruo struggling to make a decision, Leng Yanran naturally understood her thoughts.

She nonchalantly spoke up, but she didn't feel like she was lying. After all, what her master imparted were indeed not immortal-grade techniques, but rather myth-level techniques—there probably wasn't a second copy in this world!

If Li Shenruo, knowing that her master didn't possess immortal-grade techniques, still chose to become his disciple, Leng Yanran would be willing to set aside her previous misgivings and treat her as a fellow disciple. However, if Li Shenruo truly focused solely on the immortal-grade technique, Leng Yanran would help her dodge this dragging anchor.

As expected, upon hearing Leng Yanran's words, the furrowed brow on Li Shenruo's face eased. She sought an immortal-grade technique. Without one, no matter how hard she worked, she could never transcend her tribulation and achieve immortality. What meaning would there be in that?

"I, Li Shenruo, greet the Master!"

With the knots untangled in her mind, Li Shenruo lowered her head and respectfully paid her respects to Scarlet Cloud Immortal, acknowledging him as her master.

Witnessing this, everyone present couldn't help but feel a tinge of envy. Only Leng Yanran, with a faint smirk on her lips, silently thought, "She obtained an immortal-grade technique but missed out on a true heaven-defying opportunity!"

Leng Yanran couldn't help but wonder how regretful Li Shenruo might be upon discovering her master's might in the future. However, such thoughts were unimportant now; she had already lost her chance.

Ever since Li Shenruo declined her master's offer to be a disciple for the first time, Leng Yanran had held some discontent towards her. Li Shenruo also hadn't withstood Leng Yanran's test.

"Hahaha, very well, very well! For my, Scarlet Cloud Immortal’s disciple, today I shall pass on the Mid-grade Immortal Technique—Heavenly Spirit Immortal Art!

"Furthermore, with the remaining spiritual power within this remnant soul, I shall impart my lifelong comprehension of formations. In no more than a hundred years, you will be able to digest and master it, becoming a Sixth-order Array Master just like me!

"Starting from this point, there's a good chance you will surpass me on your journey!"

Seeing Li Shenruo finally nod and agree to become his disciple, Scarlet Cloud Immortal exclaimed in joy three times, his brow finally relaxing. If Li Shenruo had refused his offer to take her as his disciple, he might have really been stumped.

With that said, he pointed a finger to Li Shenruo's forehead and began to transmit his techniques and teachings to her. Immortal-grade techniques couldn't be recorded on ordinary jade slips, making it extremely difficult to pass them down. This was also the reason for the current world's gap in immortal-grade techniques.

"Everyone, I will transmit my teachings to my disciple for five days. During this time, you are free to collect any heavenly and earthly treasures you need within the secret realm.

"After five days, the secret realm will close, and all of you will be sent back to the entrance. What you acquire within the secret realm will be a gift from me. In the future, if my disciples require assistance, I hope all of you will lend a hand."

Seeing everyone gathered around, witnessing his transmission of techniques, Scarlet Cloud Immortal reminded them.

He also managed to sell a favor for Li Shenruo to the others. After all, once he finished transmitting his teachings, this remnant soul would dissipate. Leaving some goodwill behind for his disciple was a good idea.

Hearing Scarlet Cloud Immortal's words, everyone finally came to their senses. They bid their farewells and departed, intending to collect heavenly and earthly treasures within the secret realm.

When they entered the secret realm, they had initially rushed to the Scarlet Cloud Immortal Palace. However, all the rewards they obtained here had ended up in Leng Yanran's storage pouch…

For many of them, there was simply no opportunity to gain anything substantial. In fact, during the first reward distribution, many had even emptied their pockets, losing a lot of heavenly and earthly treasures to Leng Yanran!

"Hehehe, it's likely that ninety percent of the heavenly and earthly treasures in the secret realm have already been collected by my Corpse Puppet and stored in the cavern.

"Miss, shall we return to the cavern and take a look?"

Observing the situation, the person within the coffin couldn't help but chuckle.