In Order to Live as an Immortal, I changed a martial artist world to a xianxia world-Chapter 88

Chapter Eighty-Eight: The Gathering Storm at Seven Heroes Town!

Seven Heroes Town

In front of an ordinary manor, a man dressed in fine silk stood conversing with an elderly steward.

“Elder Li, I shall take my leave now.”

The young noble, his face filled with respect, bowed deeply to the elderly man before him. His name was Zhu Ning, a distant relative of Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang. Born into privilege, Zhu Ning’s family had benefited greatly from their blood ties to the royal family. In the past, a mere word from Zhu Ning could rally legions of martial artists willing to die for him. But now, he displayed nothing but humility, not daring to show the slightest arrogance. If anyone familiar with his usual demeanor saw him now, they would be utterly stunned.

“Since that is the case…”

“I won’t see you off, Young Master Zhu.”

The elderly steward spoke indifferently, his expression utterly calm. It was as if Zhu Ning’s noble status was entirely irrelevant to him.

“Elder Li, I shall visit again when I have the time.”

Zhu Ning smiled, unbothered by the elder’s dismissive tone, and turned to leave with his attendants.

“Time?”

“You mean when the young master returns, you’ll come to seek his favor?”

“What a delusional fool! Does he think he has the right to meet the young master?”

Watching Zhu Ning’s retreating figure, the elder’s smile vanished, replaced by a look of disdain. This elderly steward was none other than Li Fu, Bai Chen’s personal caretaker. With Bai Chen’s name spreading like wildfire, Seven Heroes Town had become the most sought-after location in the five great dynasties. After all, the strongest individual in all the dynasties resided here—Bai Chen! Bai Chen’s home, though just an ordinary manor, had become a sacred place that everyone longed to enter. And as Bai Chen’s steward, Li Fu’s status had skyrocketed.

Even though Bai Chen was yet to return from Xuantian Sword Sect, countless people had flocked to seek an audience with Li Fu. At first, he had been overwhelmed by the sudden attention. But as the number of visitors increased, he adapted. Now, those without the proper status were not even allowed to see him.

In Li Fu’s mind, as Bai Chen’s steward, he had a duty to uphold the young master’s prestige. If just anyone could gain entry, it would lower the standing of Bai Chen’s household. That was something Li Fu would never allow.

“I never expected it…”

“The young master had already obtained an immortal inheritance when he first returned to Seven Heroes Town.”

A proud smile formed on Li Fu’s lips. At first, he had doubted the rumors. Perhaps it was another Bai Chen with the same name? But after Bai Chen’s identity was fully revealed and the imperial decree was issued, he knew beyond a doubt that the strongest cultivator of the five great dynasties, Bai Chen, was indeed his young master.

Upon realizing this, Li Fu finally understood Bai Chen’s frequent departures from Seven Heroes Town. His young master had not been idly wandering—he had been searching for immortal inheritances across the five dynasties.

“But…”

“In the past, the young master never stayed away for more than a few days.”

“This time, he has been inside Xuantian Sword Sect for nearly a month.”

“It seems that the sect is truly extraordinary—worthy of being the ruler of the Western Continent in ancient times.”

Li Fu shook his head and returned to Bai Chen’s manor. He was not concerned about Bai Chen’s safety. Bai Chen was the strongest individual in the five great dynasties. If even low-level cultivators had safely left Xuantian Sword Sect, then Bai Chen, at the very least in Void Fusion, had nothing to fear.

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Tongfu Inn

“Waiter, more wine!”

“Aye, coming!”

“Waiter, where’s my food?”

“Patience, it’s on the way!”

Tongfu Inn, the only inn in Seven Heroes Town, was now packed to the brim due to Bai Chen’s rising fame.

For Bai Zhantang, the inn’s head waiter, life had become a blur of endless work. Even outside of meal hours, the inn was always full. For the first time in his life, Bai Zhantang felt completely exhausted. Whenever he had a rare moment of respite, he recalled something Bai Chen had once said—

“With me in Seven Heroes Town, this place will become the sacred land of the five dynasties.”

Back then, Bai Zhantang had dismissed it as idle boasting. But now, those words had come true. If he had known Bai Chen’s true power, he never would have dared to lecture him as an elder.

“Haah…”

Bai Zhantang sighed bitterly.

Seven Heroes Town had become the most important place in the five great dynasties. More and more martial artists and cultivators were pouring in. His own identity as the legendary thief “Saint of Thieves” might soon be exposed. Perhaps it was time to make preparations.

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At the same time, behind the inn’s counter, Tong Xiangyu let out a long sigh.

“Shopkeeper, what’s wrong?”

“The inn’s business is booming! Why the long face?”

Lu Xiucai, standing nearby, looked puzzled. In his eyes, Tong Xiangyu had always been obsessed with money.

With the inn making a fortune every day, shouldn’t she be overjoyed?

“You don’t understand!”

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“I went outside today and heard that several wealthy merchants are planning to invest in Seven Heroes Town.”

“They’re planning to build multiple inns!”

“What happens when those inns open? What will happen to us?”

Tong Xiangyu frowned as she vented her frustration. Currently, Tongfu Inn was raking in money, which delighted her. But she was no fool. The reason their business thrived was due to the lack of competition. If more inns appeared, their profits would inevitably plummet.

Compared to inns backed by wealthy merchants, Tongfu Inn had no advantage in environment, cuisine, or prestige.

“This…”

Lu Xiucai hesitated, lowering his head. He had no solution. Better to remain silent than speak nonsense.

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“Hah!”

“Have you heard?”

“There are fewer than ten people still climbing the Xuantian Path of Inquiry!”

“And each of them has surpassed ten thousand steps, their strength increasing dramatically!”

“The weakest among them is at least at Qi Refining into Spirit Transformation!”

A young noble in luxurious robes looked around the inn, smugly announcing the news. If Li Fu had been present, he would have recognized him—Zhu Ning. Born into nobility, Zhu Ning loved flaunting his status. He had acted humbly before Li Fu because of Bai Chen’s power. But in front of ordinary people, he was as arrogant as ever. Now, having received this news, he couldn’t resist showing off.

“What?”

“Only ten left?”

“Is it true? They’re all in Qi Refining into Spirit Transformation?”

“Hah! Aside from Lord Bai Chen, Shi Feixuan and Ximen Chuixue must still be inside!”

“Obviously! Though they aren’t on Bai Chen’s level, they are powerful swordsmen. Of course, they can last longer!”

As soon as Zhu Ning finished speaking, the inn erupted in discussion. Many turned toward him, eager for more information. They needed to know if this news was true.