Chapter 1588
Meeting a Great Luo Golden Immortal
Chapter 1588 Meeting a Great Luo Golden Immortal
Luo Ziyan not only did not stop the growing affection between her personal disciple Xiao Yu and Liu Changxu, but also encouraged it.
Unlike most of the top human cultivation forces in the Immortal Realm, the Ziwei Immortal Palace was founded by the Great Luo Golden Immortal Ziwei Immortal Venerable Xiao Ziwei. Therefore, the power of the sect is entirely in the hands of her and her direct disciples, making the system stable and the factions distinct.
At the very beginning of the Ziwei Immortal Palace, it was established that female cultivators should be the main focus. Although some male disciples with excellent aptitude were also recruited into the sect, and their numbers were not small, they found it difficult to enter the core and high-level positions of the sect, let alone touch the core power and inheritance of the sect.
This biased development strategy has made Ziwei Immortal Palace inferior to other top-tier cultivation forces of the same level in terms of sect foundation and overall combat strength.
It is no exaggeration to say that the vast Ziwei Immortal Palace has been able to stand firm in the Immortal Realm entirely thanks to its founding ancestor, the Ziwei Immortal Venerable Xiao Ziwei, a Great Luo Golden Immortal. If it lost the protection of this top-tier expert, the overall strength of the sect would plummet instantly, and its prestige would fall drastically. The high-ranking members of the palace were well aware of this.
However, due to a heartbreak she suffered in her early years, the Immortal Venerable Ziwei Xiao Ziwei harbored considerable prejudice against men and never accepted male disciples.
In order to protect their rights, the higher-ups of Ziwei Immortal Palace have no intention of changing the status quo.
However, in order to make up for this inherent weakness in the development of the Immortal Palace and enhance its strength, the higher-ups of the Ziwei Immortal Palace still formulated several remedial measures.
Firstly, they extensively recruited female disciples with exceptional talent and superior spiritual roots, striving to solidify the foundation of the sect.
Secondly, they extensively recruited high-ranking male cultivators who had long been famous in the Immortal Realm, inviting them with prestigious titles such as Guest Elder and Outer Sect Elder, in order to fill the gaps in the Immortal Palace's combat power.
Thirdly, they extensively forged marriage alliances with other top human cultivation forces, leveraging their talented female disciples to build a vast network of connections, thereby consolidating the Immortal Palace's position in the Immortal Realm.
The reason Liu Changxu was able to gain Luo Ziyan's approval was because his extraordinary strength, displayed in the battle against the Taiyi Golden Immortal of the Blood God Sect, was enough to meet the conditions for a marriage alliance with the Ziwei Immortal Palace.
Otherwise, even if Liu Changxu and Xiao Yu were deeply in love, Luo Ziyan would still speak up to stop them.
In fact, even if Liu Changxu hadn't developed feelings for Xiao Yu, Luo Ziyan would have introduced and arranged other female disciples for Liu Changxu after returning to the Ziwei Immortal Palace, so as to firmly bind this extraordinary Taiyi Golden Immortal to the Ziwei Immortal Palace's warship.
However, neither Luo Ziyan nor Liu Changxu expected that Immortal Lord Zilian Jiang Zilian would also develop a strong interest in Liu Changxu.
However, after learning about Liu Changxu and Xiao Yu's relationship, she buried those feelings deep in her heart again.
Seeing that Luo Ziyan was supportive of his relationship with Xiao Yu, Liu Changxu intensified his romantic offensive. Finally, on an ordinary night, he broke through Xiao Yu's last line of defense and they successfully got together.
Thus, what was originally a dull and boring trip turned into a honeymoon for the two of them.
After a long flight of several months, the giant airship finally carried Liu Changxu and his group through the protective array and into the Ziwei Immortal Palace.
Liu Changxu held Xiao Yu's arm as they stood side by side on the deck of the flying boat. Looking up, they saw the majestic and boundless Ziwei Immortal Palace steadily suspended atop the sea of clouds, like a heavenly court that governs the three realms and reigns supreme above all heavens.
Within the celestial palace, palaces built of celestial jade are scattered in a harmonious arrangement, their jade towers stretching as far as the eye can see. Along the roads and in the courtyards, exotic flowers and rare herbs abound, their petals glistening with morning dew, shimmering with iridescent light under the rosy glow of dawn. Ancient vines entwine millennia-old celestial trees, their vigorous branches reaching towards the heavens, where rare and wondrous birds occasionally perch and sing. In the distance, cranes spread their wings and soar through the clouds, their clear cries mingling with the gentle ethereal music carried on the breeze, echoing throughout the palaces. Everywhere one looks is a scene of flourishing prosperity and vibrant life in the celestial realm, a breathtaking sight.
Just as Liu Changxu was admiring the beautiful scenery of the celestial palace, Luo Ziyan, who was not far away, said to Liu Changxu with a smile: "Junior brother, we just received a decree from the Palace Master. She is in the Ziwei Hall and tells us to go and pay our respects as soon as possible!"
"Changxu will obey the Palace Master's decree!"
Liu Changxu quickly replied:
As soon as he finished speaking, he appeared outside the flying boat, holding Xiao Yu's hand. Then, together with Xiao Yu, they followed behind Luo Ziyan, Zhou Ziyue, and Jiang Zilian, flying towards the depths of the Ziwei Immortal Palace.
In a short while, the group landed in front of a magnificent purple palace. The palace was entirely purple, with intricate celestial patterns carved on its eaves. Surrounded by swirling celestial energy, it appeared even more solemn and majestic. This was the Ziwei Palace, the core and most important place of the Ziwei Celestial Palace.
At this moment, Liu Changxu felt inexplicably nervous, something he had never experienced before. In a flash, he realized that the person he was about to meet could determine his life or death.
With a mix of trepidation and excitement, Liu Changxu followed Luo Ziyan and the other three women into the main hall.
Inside the main hall, seated on the main throne was a female immortal dressed in purple robes. She was graceful and peerless, surrounded by awe-inspiring fluctuations of laws, exuding an imposing aura.
On either side of the prince, dozens of female immortals sat cross-legged on prayer cushions, each possessing extraordinary bearing and exquisite beauty. They sat quietly and composed, their aura steady; even the weakest among them had reached the late stage of the Mahayana realm.
After entering the main hall, the five dared not be the slightest bit negligent. Luo Ziyan bowed her head first, followed closely by Liu Changxu, Xiao Yu, and the others. The five of them respectfully greeted the Purple Star Immortal Venerable Xiao Ziwei, who sat on the main seat, in unison:
"We pay our respects to the Palace Master (Master)!"
"Please, everyone, no need for formalities." Xiao Ziwei's voice was gentle yet carried an undeniable authority. Her gaze fell behind Luo Ziyan, and she asked with a smile:
"Ziyan, the young friend behind you must be Liu Changxu, the Cloud Soaring Immortal Lord?"
"Yes, Master."
Luo Ziyan replied respectfully:
Upon hearing the Palace Master call his name, Liu Changxu quickly stepped forward and bowed again, saying:
"Changxu greets the Palace Master."
"I've heard you come from the lower realm, is that true?"
Xiao Ziwei continued to ask:
"Reporting to the Palace Master, Changxu is indeed from the lower realm!"
Liu Changxu quickly replied:
"Excellent, excellent! Your successful ascension and advancement to the Taiyi Golden Immortal realm in such a short time is truly remarkable!"
Xiao Ziwei's tone was full of admiration:
In particular, Liu Changxu's appearance and temperament were so striking that even Xiao Ziwei, who was used to seeing handsome men, couldn't help but be impressed.
What moved her even more was that she vaguely saw the shadow of an old friend she had admired in her youth in Liu Changxu. His handsome and otherworldly appearance was quite similar to that of the old friend.