"Our Little Golden Dragon is selecting maidens? Is that for real?"

"Fellow Daoist, just go outside and ask around. Can there be any falsehood to this? The Annihilation Sect's 392 magic treasure shops have all simultaneously posted notices for the Sect Master recruiting maidens. The requirements are quite low: it seems they just need to be exceptionally talented in both looks and art, and not older than 1,000 years. There's no cap on the cultivation level."

"Really? Just being exceptionally talented in looks and art is enough?"

"I've specially brewed this myself! Aren't we all mixing in the same Great Wilderness? Since when has being exceptionally talented in looks and art been simple?"

"HAHAHAHA!"

In a teahouse somewhere in the Human Domain, several itinerant cultivators who had roamed south and north gathered, clamoring loudly and laughing uncontrollably.

Apart from seclusion and cultivation, these itinerant cultivators mostly had to hustle for cultivation resources. They occasionally slowed down to make a few good friends, drink some wine, chat, and boast, which were all pretty much part of their daily lives.

Higher-ranked itinerant cultivators would swap their wine-drinking, chatting, and boasting for tea-drinking, playing chess, and discussing the Dao.

Basically, it was just hanging out together and chatting, without touching on individual cultivation matters.

In a corner of the teahouse sat a woman wearing a veil, lost in thought.

The crude language of the creatures around her made her somewhat displeased; the strong smell of alcohol in the teahouse also put her off.

Had she not heard such news, she wouldn't have stayed here long. Once her Dao had recorded the 'situation' of this place, she would have left straight away. To be exact, she would have 'wandered off in her mind.'

Then, a Daoist laughed and said,

"Not only the Annihilation Sect's magic treasure shops, but there's also news from the Benevolent Emperor Pavilion. They say that many formidable figures are selecting from their own disciples."

"Sending disciples to become maidens? Isn't that outrageous?"

"Well, you also have to see whose maiden they would become. Not to mention anything else, this Wu Wangzi dared to overturn the Southeast Division, killed everyone from top to bottom, and resigned from his post just to eliminate the parasites. I have only one word for him—impressive!"

"Fellow Daoist, don't forget the major deeds Wu Wangzi has done before. The Head Manager was thwarted by him, Qiong Qi no longer dares to cause trouble in the Human Domain, and the Young Master even secretly tried to spirit him away to Heaven Palace. Becoming his maiden wouldn't be a loss, even for a Heavenly Immortal!"

"That's right. Even though Wu Wangzi's cultivation isn't too high yet, he's definitely a solid candidate for Human Emperor. Didn't they say he has already taken the Yan Emperor's Order to the final step? I heard from a few prominent figures that Wu Wangzi's Yan Emperor Order means he could assume the position at any time. However, Wu Wangzi doesn't want to cultivate the Dao of Fire and follows a different Great Dao, which is why his cultivation has progressed a bit slower."

"A True Immortal realm in just over a decade, and you call that slow?"

"Exceptional talent in looks and art is common, but a True Immortal in just over a decade, how is that not slow? HAHAHAHA!"

A wave of laughter broke out in the teahouse, and the cultivators did not lack teasing words.

The woman in the corner was nowhere to be seen by then; only a faint fragrance lingered, mingling with the lingering steam of the hot tea.

「Meanwhile.」

In the northern border of the Human Domain, somewhere in a forest.

The location was covered by layer upon layer of formations. A robust figure stood under the luminescence of several formation barriers. He looked up, let out a roar, and threw the large chunk of black gold he was carrying on his shoulder to the side.

The black gold was engraved with intricate patterns, capable of drawing the strength of the formations upon it, its weight simply incalculable.

Xing Tian stood on the spot, his muscles taut and knotted, yet somewhat unable to move.

Not far to his side, several old men in long robes crushed one elixir after another. They drew spring water to dissolve the elixirs and then brought the mixture to Xing Tian, moistening his battle body.

Soon, Xing Tian let out a low growl and, with a leap forward, jumped out of the range of the formation.

Immediately, a few young girls wearing miniature leather skirts came forward, offering Xing Tian spring water and cloth. Xing Tian raised an eyebrow, his pectoral muscles twitched a few times, and the girls giggled non-stop.

Of course, these weren't provided by the Human Domain; he brought them himself.

"Apprentice, how do you feel today?"

Xing Tian's master strolled over from a distance with his hands behind his back.

"Master, when will my strength catch up to yours?"

"Soon, soon," Xing Tian's master clicked his tongue in amazement. "To say that your Dao Body is the foremost among body cultivators of all time might be an exaggeration, but it's certainly unmatched in today's world."

"HEHEHE."

Xing Tian's short, thick eyebrows bounced, and his long neck wobbled.

But then, he thought of being slapped into the ground by his younger brother, his eyes filled with light.

"Master, let's add another layer to the formation tomorrow."

"Overtraining might actually harm you."

"Just as Master said, time waits for no one," Xing Tian wiped the sweat from his forehead, took off the short shirt he was wearing, and threw it aside. A maiden quickly helped him put on a new garment.

Xing Tian boomed, "If I don't give it my all, I'd be letting down His Majesty's trust in me. I don't know when Heaven Palace will start making trouble, but at the very least, I should be in the front, charging into the fray and doing my part."

His master was about to persuade him more, but then two women wearing Northern Wilderness attire hurried over, standing on tiptoe and covering their mouths with their hands, whispering a few words to Xing Tian.

"What the heck? My second brother wants to recruit maidens?"

Xing Tian's eyes widened. "He needs maidens? Can't we just ship a few boatloads over from home? It's already well known across the vast prairies of the Northern Wilderness. None of the women from his Bear Embrace clan have ever been in contact with their Young Master. So many people have prepared for so many years, yet not a single one has succeeded. The women of the Bear Embrace clan now feel somewhat disgraced when they go to the market! And then he ran off to the Human Domain to find maidens?! Is this reasonable?"

The group of women around immediately felt some indignation.

"Right, the Young Master of the Bear Embrace clan should consider the sisters in the clan as well."

"Young Master, you have to do something. I can't stand to watch this. If the Young Master of the Bear Embrace clan doesn't have a girl from the Northern Wilderness by his side, his soul might end up ensnared by the Human Domain!"

Xing Tian slapped his thigh and exclaimed, "Take out the communication Jade Talisman I've cherished for many years! When is this recruitment of maidens?"

"In two months, and he's only recruiting three, according to the news released by the magic treasure shops of the Annihilation Sect."

"There's enough time!"

Xing Tian turned his head to look at his master and muttered, "Teacher, help me contact a few experts, get a few Flying Shuttles, and go to the Northern Wilderness to pick up some people. Half a cart of ore to each of those experts."

Xing Tian's master frowned tightly.

The lives of these Young Masters from the Northern Wilderness are truly...

"This matter is of great importance. I think I need to make a trip myself."

"Hey, if you go, Master, who will guide your disciple in body cultivation?"

"No, no, no, I'm not after that half cart of ore. I simply want to do something for the Little Golden Dragon of the Human Domain. He has sacrificed too much for the Human Domain!"

"Teacher, just let them go! Don't I know you're not greedy for anything of your disciple's? How could we trouble you to run around!"

Xing Tian looked earnest as he seized the Transcendent in body cultivation.

The elder's mouth twitched slightly, and he could only look up and sigh softly.

「At this time.」

Little Golden Dragon Wu Wangzi of the Human Domain, who had beheaded greedy officials, chastised corrupt officials, and welcomed the Human Emperor, had requested to return to his mountain to cultivate, intending to spend his days leisurely.

But in just a few days, notices were posted in all the major cities of the Human Domain by the magic treasure shops of the Annihilation Sect, recruiting three maidens for the Sect Master. There was a two-month deadline, and three inquiries and three tests would be held in Floating Jade City.

Wu Wangzi had recently achieved remarkable feats and won the appreciation of the Human Emperor. He held the Yan Emperor's Order, drove back Qiong Qi, captured the Whistling Snake, outwitted the Head Manager, and foiled the schemes of Heaven Palace. Consequently, his reputation was unparalleled, and many cultivators admired him. This led countless young women to rush to Floating Jade City.

Within just three days of the news spreading, rumors swirled in Floating Jade City.

Some cultivators saw the gem in the palm of some Sect Master, while others saw reclusive old Fairy Immortals.

Floating Jade City once again buzzed with the grandeur of the Refining Master Alliance's competitions.

Within the Annihilation Sect...

"Ha, a yawn."

Wu Wang stretched lazily as he slowly sat up from his bed.

Beside him, Lin Suqing, who had just retracted her finger from pressing on Wu Wang's knee, looked down and said, "Young Master, I will go cultivate now."

"Mm, off you go."

Wu Wang retracted the strand of Immortal Consciousness from outside his body, felt it carefully, and said with a smile, "Thank you for your trouble. In the future, when I want to rest, an hour will be sufficient. No need to press for a whole day and night."

Lin Suqing stole a glance at Wu Wang, nodded with a low agreement, and turned to run towards the inner cave.

Strange, why is Old Auntie looking so guilty?

Did she draw a turtle on my face?

Wu Wang took out a bronze mirror, only to see that his own face in the mirror was ordinary yet slightly handsome.

I can't figure out what these women are thinking.

Remembering something, Wu Wang called out, "By the way, Suqing, didn't you mention before that you wanted to find new maidens? Have you chosen anyone yet?"

"THUMP, CLANG!"

Sounds of something falling over came from the inner cave.

Wu Wang was about to ask what happened when Lin Suqing hurriedly shouted, "No, nothing! I'm still looking!"

"Don't rush," Wu Wang said with a laugh. "I've been thinking, having too many women in the mansion might be a bit improper, and I would feel somewhat uneasy."

"You can rest assured, I'll find at most three more!"

"Mm, it's up to you."

Wu Wang yawned, feeling his spirit gradually fill up, and the insights that had been building up in his heart slowly emerged.

This breakthrough—he had waited for far too long.

The vital energy he lost during the last retrospective was finally replenished.

It was time to take the next step.

To become a True Immortal, one must grasp the true essence of heaven and earth, solidify one's Primordial Spirit and Great Dao, and seek the true meaning of the Great Dao.

Wu Wang's accumulation of insights was already sufficient, with just the final step needed for the breakthrough.

So, he took the initiative to leave his cave dwelling, conjured a gray cloud befitting the Sect Master of a Demonic Sect, and flew towards the pavilion on the cliff.

As he arrived at the pavilion, Ling Xiaolan happened to step out from within. Closing the wooden door behind her, she lifted her head to gaze at Wu Wang.

"Shall we cultivate?"

Wu Wang chuckled. "I'll trouble you then."

"Mhm," Ling Xiaolan giggled softly. Her somewhat delicate fairy dress scattered dots of luminescence. With a light tap of her toes, the ribbons wound around her ankles floated backward, and she was by Wu Wang's side in an instant.

She said, "Let's go to your cave dwelling."

"Alright."

Wu Wang glanced down at her, then quickly shifted his gaze away.

The angle wasn't right. My apologies, my apologies.

Just as they landed back at the cave dwelling and dissipated the clouds, Wu Wang hadn't even entered when he heard a greeting from the side, "Sect Master! Sect Master, please hold on a moment!"

Turning his head, Wu Wang saw the Grand Elder striding towards him, looking somewhat hesitant.

Wu Wang signaled Ling Xiaolan to go inside first and smiled. "What's the matter, Grand Elder? Have you encountered some difficulty?"

Grand Elder stroked his beard and hummed softly, faint blue patterns flowing on his blood-red robe, and he slowly said,

"Sect Master, I feel that this time we've caused too much commotion, and it might not end well."

Upon hearing this, Wu Wang thought carefully.

Indeed, he had caused quite a stir by going on a killing spree in the Southeast Division. However, it was not so bad that it couldn't be managed.

"Grand Elder, you need not worry," Wu Wang laughed. "Just let nature take its course."

"Let nature take its course?"

Grand Elder glared at Wu Wang. Could this matter be left to nature? Was he planning to start a sect and establish something like the 'Little Golden Dragon Maidens Sect'?

"Yes, let nature take its course," Wu Wang said, his eyes full of tranquility. "I act with integrity, without selfish motives or desires. Why should I care if the sky falls or the earth splits? Let them be."

Grand Elder nodded slightly and agreed with a smile several times, then strolled away with his hands behind his back.

The sky falling and the earth splitting?

More like heavenly thunder and earthly fire.

Oh, forget it. The Sect Master has done so much for the Human Domain. Can't he enjoy himself a little?

No sooner had the Grand Elder left than Wu Wang was about to step inside, only for Yang Wudi to rush over hastily. Calling "Sect Master" twice, Yang Wudi approached Wu Wang, rubbing his large hands.

"Sect Master, I have an improper request."

Wu Wang nodded. "Then don't ask."

"This..."

"Go on," Wu Wang raised his hand and patted Yang Wudi's shoulder, laughing. "If it's something I can do with little effort, I'll consider whether to help you."

Yang Wudi chuckled. "You see, I have a friend who admires you greatly. She wants to come over to our side..."

"That's fine. Just go to the Technique Teaching Hall and join the Sect."

Wu Wang waved his hand, walked calmly back to the entrance of the cave dwelling, and muttered, "I thought it was something important. Is this worth bothering the Sect Master for? You, my friend, are getting worse at handling things."

"Ah? This..."

Just as Yang Wudi was about to say something, he suddenly realized.

The Sect Master had declined.

After all, he didn't carry enough weight. His place in the Sect Master's heart wasn't significant enough; the Sect Master hadn't even glanced at the portrait...

"Sigh."

"Young Master Yan!"

A figure burst out from the neighboring Sleep God Hall and ran over, grabbing Wu Wang's arm.

It was Old Snow Eagle.

"Wu Wang, I have a niece! She's extraordinarily... quite spirited! How about letting her come here to train and gain experience?"

Hmm?

Wu Wang keenly sensed something amiss.

He had only slept for a while. What happened?

He laughed. "Training at the Annihilation Sect?"

"Ah, yes!"

Old Snow Eagle grinned. "Just arrange it casually. If she can cultivate by your side, her future will be boundless!"

"By my side?"

Wu Wang suddenly understood and laughed. "Are you referring to the fact that I'm recruiting new maidens?"

"Right! That news has spread everywhere!"

Old Snow Eagle gave Wu Wang a thumbs up. "Only you could do this, posting notices at over 300 magic treasure shops at the same time. The whole Human Domain knew within just a few days. I only received this news yesterday from a message; someone told me about it."

"Oh?"

Wu Wang raised an eyebrow, clasped his hands behind his back, and chuckled. "Notices posted simultaneously by over 300 magic treasure shops?"

"Yes, yes! The Benevolent Emperor Pavilion also issued a notice. It's said that the Four Seas Pavilion even spread the word to the Southeastern Region. Many women of other races are thinking about trying their luck in Floating Jade City."

Old Snow Eagle paused, noticing something odd about Wu Wang's expression, and asked in a low voice, "You couldn't possibly be unaware of this, could you?"

"Aware? How could I not be aware," Wu Wang replied nonchalantly, then turned his head to call out to the air beside him, "Whistling Snake, go bring Miao Cuijiao over here!"

"Yes," Whistling Snake lowered her head and responded.

Just as she was about to turn and leave, she suddenly paused, then turned back to whisper to Wu Wang,

"Master, our Whistling Snake clan also has a woman who's quite attractive, gentle in temperament, and doesn't eat much."

"Go call for people quickly! What's this about women! Who can endure eighteen hours!"

"Yes!"

Whistling Snake coolly replied.

Master is so fierce.

「A moment later, in Wu Wang's cave abode.」

Wu Wang sat on the couch, feeling a headache coming on, and kept rubbing his temples.

Isn't this just fooling around?

Isn't this making a mess?

He had merely asked Lin Suqing to select a few maidens, and it turned into an event that alarmed the entire Human Domain! Isn't this a waste of the Human Domain's resources?

This…

Elder Miao was brought to the front of the cave dwelling. After dithering for a while, she finally stepped in, calmly looked at Wu Wang, crossed her arms, and gently snorted.

"Elder Miao, you're also a veteran in our Sect!"

Wu Wang stood up and scolded, "Why didn't you consult me first! For such a trivial matter, you've caused such a huge commotion!"

Elder Miao's mouth twitched, and she muttered, "Who knew you'd be so popular now…"

"I also share responsibility for this matter."

A voice, slightly cold, rang out beside them as Ling Xiaolan stepped beside Elder Miao, a hint of apology in her eyes.

She said, "If there's to be punishment for this, I should be included."

Elder Miao chuckled lightly. "You're quite noble."

Ling Xiaolan's eyelids drooped, and she said no more.

"Um..." Lin Suqing murmured softly from the side, "This matter, I suppose, perhaps... I was the main instigator..."

"CHIRP!"

The Blue Bird flapped its wings and landed on Lin Suqing's shoulder.

Wu Wang: …

"Actually, it's not a big deal, so you all don't need to be too nervous. It's just that the commotion was a bit too large."

Elder Miao couldn't help but roll her alluring eyes, though she didn't voice any sarcasm.

Lin Suqing and Ling Xiaolan each heaved a sigh of relief, while the Blue Bird flapped its wings, landed beside Wu Wang, and tweeted softly a few times.

Wu Wang spoke calmly, "I won't say much else. For the maidens, I have only one requirement: they must be 'ordinary.' Don't bother with unnecessary frills. Being able to cook and boil water is enough."

Having said this, he got up and walked towards his inner cave. After a few steps, he turned back to call out, "Fairy Immortal, let's resume cultivation."

"Alright," Ling Xiaolan responded, exchanged a glance with Lin Suqing, and gracefully followed him.

Ordinary?

Lin Suqing muttered to herself, already understanding something.

「Inside Heaven Palace, in the Young Master's Temple.」

The Feather Country woman, her thin wings slung over her back, listened to the orders given by the Goddess on the divine throne, her small face filled with conflict.

Going again... He never even looks at me properly.

「In the Northern Wilderness, in the lands of the Bear Embrace clan.」

Rows of women laughed and chatted as they boarded several Flying Shuttles.

Clan Leader Xiong Han's eyes brimmed with excitement. His demeanor was majestic as he grinned and laughed heartily.

"Bring on more groups! Many more groups! HAHAHAHA!"

「In the depths of the West Sea, on a certain island.」

A ball of seawater rose gently and landed on the beach, forming a blurry figure that vaguely resembled a woman's silhouette.

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