Immortal Travel of Longevity

Chen Changsheng finished the Braised Beef by himself and drained the wine.

Only then did he look up. Another plate of Braised Beef and a second jug of wine still sat on the table.

Chen Changsheng asked, "You aren't going to eat?"

The scruffy man thought this guy really knew how to hit a raw nerve.

"I don't have an appetite."

Chen Changsheng looked at him. With a flick of his sleeve, the wine and beef vanished from the table.

"Then This Chen will not disturb you any longer. I'll take my leave."

The scruffy man's tense nerves relaxed slightly.

He watched Chen Changsheng stand up and walk toward the tavern entrance.

But after taking only a few steps, Chen Changsheng turned back. "By the way, you are at least half a monk. Why learn to steal from others? It isn't a good deed. If you get caught, they'll beat you to death."

Chen Changsheng smiled, cast one last glance at the man, and left.

The scruffy man froze.

In the blink of an eye, Chen Changsheng had vanished without a trace.

"He recognized me?!"

The scruffy man was shocked. He had thought all along that Chen Changsheng hadn't seen through him.

In truth, Chen Changsheng had recognized him the moment he walked through the door.

Although years had passed and the man had taken on a scruffy appearance, he couldn't hide his lingering Buddhist aura.

The scruffy man was none other than the Little Beggar from the Investiture of Immortals Assembly all those years ago.

It truly was a small world.

It could only be said that this calamity was fated.

The scruffy man sat in his chair, wondering if he should make a run for it.

Because he didn't have any money to pay the bill.

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In the blink of an eye, the money pouch at Chen Changsheng's waist was bulging.

It was enough to solve his urgent crisis.

He took a piece of candied fruit from his sleeve and took a bite, in an excellent mood.

Walking slowly, he headed straight for the Demon Bureau.

Chen Changsheng arrived in front of the Demon Bureau's Magistrate Office. Two demons stood at the entrance, weapons in hand, looking like they were not to be trifled with.

Chen Changsheng stated his purpose. The two demon bailiffs didn't know his identity, so one went in first to announce his arrival.

Before long, the demon bailiff came rushing back out in a panic. Catching his breath, he said, "Mister, our Lord invites you inside."

Chen Changsheng nodded and walked into the Demon Bureau.

"Allow me to lead the way."

"Much obliged."

Following a side corridor into the Demon Bureau, the bailiff guided him to a hall.

A woman sat upright inside.

Seeing Chen Changsheng, Lu Qishan stood up to welcome him.

"Greetings, Mister Chen."

Lu Qishan's manners were polite, and every movement exuded a considerable elegance.

Chen Changsheng cupped his hands in return and said, "Greetings, Forest Deer Immortal Official."

Lu Qishan panicked slightly. "I wouldn't dare accept such courtesy. Please take a seat quickly, Mister."

Chen Changsheng smiled warmly. "You've changed quite a bit, celestial official. I remember the first time I met you in the Demon Domain, you were still a girl shouting about fighting and killing."

Lu Qishan smiled helplessly. "Let's not mention those early years. I offended you back then, Mister..."

Chen Changsheng smiled, then asked, "By the way, why are you guarding the Demon Market here?"

Lu Qishan let out a sigh. "Earlier, when the Demon Market expanded north, I fought a battle with the Tiger Demon King and suffered some injuries. I am recuperating here now."

"It seems the expansion of the Demon Market hasn't gone smoothly," Chen Changsheng said.

Lu Qishan nodded. "The minor demons aren't a problem, and the other celestial officials were easy enough to talk to. It's just the Tiger Demon King and Zhu Wuneng who are a bit stubborn. They thought I had come to attack them and started fighting without listening to reason."

Chen Changsheng paused for a moment and said, "That is their nature."

Lu Qishan nodded, then asked, "May I ask what brings you here today, Mister?"

Chen Changsheng replied, "It is nothing major, just regarding the current situation of the world."

Lu Qishan asked, "Are you referring to cultivators and demons getting involved in the conflicts of the Mortal World?"

Chen Changsheng nodded.

Lu Qishan sighed softly. "This matter truly is an opportunity for the demons of the Mortal World..."

Opportunities in the Mortal World were far fewer than those in the Cultivation World.

These demons born in the Mortal World weren't as formidable as the demons of the Cultivation World, and their chances for fortuitous encounters were scarce. Now that an opportunity lay right before their eyes, they naturally surged forward like starving tigers pouncing on prey.

Chen Changsheng said, "That's true. To a certain extent, there are actually some benefits, but This Chen is somewhat worried things might spiral out of control."

"Out of control?"

"There are too many demons..."

Chen Changsheng said, "Setting aside the creatures that have gained sentience and become demons in the Mortal World over these years, I fear demons from the Cultivation World will also come this time. Back then, when the Grand Ancestor of Xiang vigorously expanded the Human Dao, its rising qi fortune was noticed by the Cultivation World, letting them know that relying on the Human Dao is indeed a viable path."

"With the two sides intertwining, it would be fine if it were just a few, but once there are too many demons, the situation changes. At worst, it could even endanger the realm."

Hearing this, Lu Qishan's expression turned solemn.

What Mister Chen said was not without reason.

Having been situated in the Thirty-Six Caves back in the day, she had seen her fair share of chaotic demons. She naturally understood just how desperate they were for opportunities.

Speaking of which, celestial officials like them had only escaped calamity by attaching themselves to the Human Dao. If the Human Dao was damaged by this, they would also face disaster.

Lu Qishan asked, "What is your intent, Mister?"

Chen Changsheng said, "In This Chen's view, you few are the only celestial officials in the Mortal World today who have received the Investiture Scroll. For you to take action in this matter would be most in line with the rules, and it wouldn't give anyone cause to complain."

Lu Qishan replied, "Mister, this puts me in quite a difficult spot. Setting aside the Tiger Demon King and Zhu Wuneng, the Swallow Immortal wanders year-round and never cares about the affairs of this world, and the Dragon Immortal has even fallen to the demonic path. Besides..."

Those few who received the Investiture Scroll back then were unlikely to get involved now.

Chen Changsheng said, "This Chen has considered that. However, as celestial officials, their duty inherently lies in governing the demons of a region. If they are completely useless, what need is there for them? Bestowing the Investiture Scroll doesn't mean they can forever remain celestial officials and enjoy the protection of the Human Dao."

Lu Qishan's heart skipped a beat. "Mister, you mean..."

Chen Changsheng said, "Either they do their jobs, or they find another path. The Human Dao will not protect useless celestial officials."

Lu Qishan felt helpless. "Mister, you are threatening me right along with them."

Chen Changsheng smiled warmly. "That wasn't my intent. Forest Deer Immortal Official, you helped establish the Demon Market, which is a great merit to the Human Dao. In the future, if you wish to extricate yourself and head to the Cultivation World, the Human Dao will lend its aid. It isn't This Chen making threats; it is simply how the Mortal World is, and these are the rules."

Lu Qishan nodded. "I understand. However, I can't guarantee they will listen to reason. Moreover, according to rumors from the Cultivation World, the Heavenly Dao has been obscured. They might just use this opportunity to leave."

"Then let them be. There will always be someone willing to do the job."

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