At noon the next day, the Time-Space Transfer Device silently descended outside the Immortal Mountain in the Behe-3 region. It was a sprawling space city, over eight kilometers in length and width, with scenery as picturesque as a painting—its beauty captivating, its allure irresistible, so much so that people were enchanted without effort.

The Immortal Mountain's territory encompassed nearly half the area of the massive space city. With the Jade Clear Sect sprawling inside and out, along with the local residents who had once lived nearby, this place seemed to have become a tourist destination. As soon as the group landed at the foot of the Immortal Mountain, they found themselves not alone—there were plenty of other visitors coming and going, bustling back and forth in great numbers.

In truth, the presence of tourists here wasn't surprising at all. After all, the Jade Clear Sect atop the Immortal Mountain was no longer what it used to be. It had once been established on a terrestrial planet, but now it stood isolated, resembling a space castle or Sky Garden more than its previous form.

If the Blade Warrior's Sky City had few visitors, it was simply because the Blade Warrior chose not to open its doors to outsiders. Similarly, the Jade Clear Sect had historically been inaccessible to the public. Though its ancient rules had undergone significant reform, these changes only applied relative to other civilian factions and Ancient Martial Arts sects—it still remained strictly closed off.

But things were different now. This place had transformed into a poetic space city, adorned with sprawling land encased in a veil of violet mist, ethereal immortal fog, and unique local delicacies. The various taverns at the foot of the Immortal Mountain offered a sharp contrast to the frenetic pace of modern life.

The key factor, of course, was the presence of local residents. Their daily comings and goings, the exchange of goods, and the vibrant trade were what allowed the Jade Clear Sect to survive long-term. After all, it was nearly impossible for the sect alone to sustain the expenses of thousands of inhabitants. Even with continuous daily shuttle transport, it would be unlikely to cover the enormous costs.

But with the local residents, everything changed. They could earn money within the Immortal Mountain's space city, provide for their families, and even rent homes. While the Jade Clear Sect wouldn't sell property outright, they leased it to outsiders—collecting considerable fees in return.

The Jade Clear Sect has also opened a tourist pathway specifically for foreigners. Anyone traveling to Zana, after undergoing identity verification, could have the opportunity to visit the Immortal Mountain—provided it wouldn't disturb the disciples' training. For this purpose, the sect even spent large sums of money to construct a celestial path for tourist passage into the mountain.

The name of this celestial path alone inspired awe, evoking a sense of dreamlike enchantment and wonder. However, opening such a path was no easy task. The Jade Clear Sect had to rely on the Blade Warrior's connections and take out loans to fund its construction—a debt that remained outstanding because the cost of forging this road had been unimaginable.

It could be said that the Jade Clear Sect had just gone through a monumental calamity. Though it had finally stabilized with the Blade Warrior's assistance, its vitality was only starting to recover. Like a patient who had suffered a serious illness, whose body was frail and weak after recovery, it required careful nurturing and couldn't yet indulge in overabundance.

The Jade Clear Sect was no exception.

The entry fee for tourists visiting the Immortal Mountain's celestial path wasn't exactly cheap—an average of 1,000 currency units per person per day. However, this did include meals, which were fairly decent. Given the Immortal Mountain's stunningly picturesque scenery, unique charm, and overall improvement in modern living standards, they considered 1,000 units per day to be a reasonable price.

The celestial path stretched 7 kilometers upwards. It was not easy to traverse—only those with strong willpower could endure the journey, as the route consisted mostly of steep cliffs. While breathtakingly beautiful, it also posed certain risks.

To ensure the safety of visitors, the Jade Clear Sect provided every tourist with an emergency descent device to wear. Visitors were required to return the device after descending, with damages subject to compensation—it was as simple as that.

In summary, whether for local development or the provision of tools and supplies, the vast majority of funds for these efforts had been borrowed from the Blade Warrior.

The Blade Warrior might have maintained good relations with the Jade Clear Sect, largely on account of Feng Yi, but ultimately, he was a businessman, not a charity organization. He wouldn't offer such significant help to the sect for free. Despite the reconstruction of the Immortal Mountain being carried out at the lowest possible cost, the staggering sums owed to the Blade Warrior were undeniable, and the Jade Clear Sect couldn't hope to repay them in the short term.

In Wu Tian's calculations alongside the sect's leadership, paying off this debt entirely would take at least five years.

The decision to open the celestial path to outside visitors was ultimately born of necessity—they couldn't possibly demand funds from the Scorching Flame Legion. If provoked, John might not harm Mengdie personally, but that man had the capacity to massacre the Immortal Mountain in a fit of rage.

As the group stepped out of the shuttle, Zhang Xiaobo, Sara, and everyone present—aside from the Blade Warrior—were utterly stunned by the scene before them!

And why wasn't the Blade Warrior surprised? Because she had visited before. For one who had already been to a place, it was impossible to be shocked a second time. Of course, the Blade Warrior had felt awe when she first came—marveling at the Immortal Mountain's stunning beauty—but over time, her astonishment turned into familiarity, which is only natural.

But the others were different, especially Xiu Yi's team. Having spent years exploring outside, they had never witnessed such jaw-dropping magnificence.

The sky blushed with vibrant clouds, bathed in a lavender haze, while below the Immortal Mountain, merchants shouted and bartered amidst a bustling crowd that resembled a lively marketplace.

Looking online, the enormous Immortal Mountain appeared like a dragon's vein stretching across the galaxy—spectacular and majestic. You could even glimpse the misty clouds wrapping its midsection from afar. Living in such a place, not to mention cultivating here, would surely add countless years to one's lifespan.

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