Steadily becoming a saint, the immortal officials hired me to tend the horses

"Daoist Friend, can you introduce me to the Holy Court?" Gu An didn't immediately accept Bai Ziya's invitation but instead asked this question.

Is there an entire dynasty of Immortal Spirits within the Great Heavenly Spirit Land? Could it be the Holy Court?

No, that dynasty, though powerful, was definitely not the most powerful in the world. In the Mortal World, there was an incredibly vast continent, and even the divine sense of the Carefree Primordial Immortal faced resistance just by nearing its edge.

That continent should be the location of the Holy Court!

Bai Ziya gave Gu An a suspicious look. How could this person not know about the Holy Court? How long has he been in seclusion?

Although puzzled, Bai Ziya still introduced it as was appropriate.

The Holy Court is the absolute ruler of the Great Heavenly Spirit Land and the origin of the Immortal Path, located in the Daoist Divine Continent of Great Heavenly Spirit Land.

The Daoist Divine Continent is the largest continent within the Great Heavenly Spirit Land, and the Human Race also originated from the Daoist Divine Continent, eventually spreading throughout the entire Great Heavenly Spirit Land.

The Holy Court does not interfere with affairs across the land but ensures the safety of the Great Heaven and Earth. If there is a world-ending catastrophe or an invasion by Outer Heaven Demons, they would take action. They also oversee various Qi Fortune sects across the world. If any sect brings disaster to the world, the Holy Court would send someone to punish them.

Within the Great Heavenly Spirit Land, the cultivators of the Holy Court represent immortals.

Not all Qi Fortune sects can obtain the Qi Fortune Treasure Position of the Holy Court. The Qi Fortune Treasure Position enhances one's understanding of Heaven and Earth Rules and extends lifespan, making it a pursuit for countless cultivators.

"Mortal World Peak may not be as powerful as it was in ancient times, but it has a profound foundation. Many of our ancestors are venturing in the Outer Heaven. If they encounter each other, they can offer mutual assistance. The Peak Master's authority is vast, not only holding office in the Holy Court but also overseeing tens of thousands of disciples on the peak." Bai Ziya's tone was filled with pride, as if Mortal World Peak was the most formidable Qi Fortune sect in the world.

Gu An curiously asked, "How does Mortal World Peak compare to the Star Sea Congregations, Seven Stars Spirit Realm, Deep Sea Spirit Palace, and the Bitter Sea Buddha Sect?"

Bai Ziya glared and said, "How can Star Sea Congregations, Seven Stars Spirit Realm, and Deep Sea Spirit Palace compare to our Mortal World Peak? The founder of Star Sea Congregations once cultivated at our Mortal World Peak and generations of their disciples remember our kindness. As for Seven Stars Spirit Realm and Deep Sea Spirit Palace, they are just third-rate sects. Bitter Sea Buddha Sect is somewhat formidable but that's only because Shengtian has been interested in Buddhism for the last million years."

"Once Shengtian's favor passes, who knows if they can even stand their ground?"

Shengtian is the lord of the Holy Court, named after Heaven, and whose true name cannot be spoken.

Bai Ziya's tone was filled with disdain, which fueled Gu An's imagination about Mortal World Peak.

He stared at Gu An and said, "What do you think, Daoist Friend Meng? Join Mortal World Peak. Although there is no restriction from the Holy Court in the Outer Heaven, background still matters. Mortal World Peak has a significant reputation."

Gu An hesitated and said, "To be honest, I have some reservations about going to the Holy Court for the Qi Fortune Treasure Position."

The Qi Fortune Treasure Position sounded great, but there were too many intricacies involved. The Holy Court could potentially control all Qi Fortune Treasure Positions through Qi Fortune, which concerned his principles.

"What kind of nonsense is that? If you don't want it, I won't force you. I can leave the spot for someone else. Many people would fight tooth and nail for a Qi Fortune Treasure Position. If you possess a Qi Fortune Treasure Position, any sect in the world would have to respect you. As long as you don't exploit others, you'll be a welcomed guest anywhere. Not every cultivator in the Heaven and Earth Flying Immortal Realm can obtain a Qi Fortune Treasure Position." Bai Ziya shook his head, laughing.

Gu An curiously asked, "It's so rare. Why would you give it to me? We've just met, and you're inviting me..."

Bai Ziya coughed and said, "It's precisely because I see your exceptional talent and lack of background. Within the Great Heavenly Spirit Land, unaligned cultivators in the Heaven and Earth Flying Immortal Realm are extremely rare. Mortal World Peak is powerful, but not invincible. Of course, after joining Mortal World Peak, if you misbehave, Mortal World Peak won't go easy on you. Our Mortal World Peak has beings that surpass those in the Heaven and Earth Flying Immortal Realm."

Reaching the Heaven and Earth Flying Immortal Realm meant breaking through minor realms was incredibly difficult. It had been ten thousand years since he had a breakthrough in a minor realm.

Gu An wasn't surprised; he had long guessed that the Mortal World Peak hid some Carefree Primordial Immortals.

He continued to ask, "Why don't you try to recruit Heaven and Earth Flying Immortals from other sects? For example, there are Heaven and Earth Flying Immortals in the Star Sea Congregations."

Bai Ziya shook his head and said, "How could it be so easy to recruit them? Not speaking of karma and relationships, those Heaven and Earth Flying Immortals wield great power within their sects and regions, monopolizing cultivation resources. Even if you join Mortal World Peak and hold a higher status than them, obtaining the same level of resources as them is difficult. Of course, joining their sects now would make it hard to surpass them since they have been established for tens of thousands, even hundreds of thousands of years."

Gu An found it reasonable.

After thinking for a moment, he said, "If that's the case, I'll join Mortal World Peak. However, I can't go to Mortal World Peak right now."

"No problem. Mortal World Peak won't confine you. In fact, your disciples would be more than happy if you're not at the peak, allowing them to be carefree. My disciples and grandchildren probably have already forgotten me." Bai Ziya laughed self-deprecatingly.

He then took out a piece of green jade, carved with a mountain peak.

"This is Mortal Jade, symbolizing the identity of the Peak Master. When you encounter disciples or affiliated sects of Mortal World Peak, you can show it. Of course, with your cultivation level, you can stand boldly in the mortal world." Bai Ziya laughed.

Gu An accepted the Mortal Jade, examining it closely.

He asked, "Aren't you afraid I'll act recklessly after receiving the jade and then escape?"

Bai Ziya laughed, "If you misbehave, the Holy Court will deal with you. As long as it's investigated that you didn't stay at Mortal World Peak, the Holy Court won't blame Mortal World Peak. In fact, when you show the Mortal Jade, you also add strength to Mortal World Peak, making the world know Mortal World Peak has another Heaven and Earth Flying Immortal."

This made Gu An more cautious of the Holy Court.

No wonder the Seven Stars Spirit Realm didn't openly harm the continent's beings; they were afraid of the Holy Court.

At that time, the Star Sea Congregations also sent many disciples to gather evidence against the Seven Stars Spirit Realm, seemingly to accuse them.

The Holy Court protected the beings of the world but not the sects. The world was vast, and the Holy Court couldn't care for every being, so there would always be places where beings suffered.

Gu An continued to inquire about the power dynamics of Mortal World Peak, and Bai Ziya didn't hold back, informing him of the allies and affiliated sects of Mortal World Peak, as well as their enemies.

Overall, Mortal World Peak had more allies than enemies, which was why it could stand strong in the mortal world.

As they continued talking, the conversation shifted to the Outer Heaven. Gu An intentionally hinted at his desire to explore the Outer Heaven to prevent Bai Ziya from investigating him in the mortal world.

After chatting for a long time, Gu An finally took his leave. He didn't head towards the Great Heavenly Spirit Land, but instead flew into the depths of the universe.

Bai Ziya watched Gu An's departure direction, deep in thought.

"He mentioned the Star Sea Congregations, Seven Stars Spirit Realm, and Deep Sea Spirit Palace. These three forces are adjacent to each other. Could he come from that region? I need to check it out. How could such a place produce a Heaven and Earth Flying Immortal without a sect background? Strange, strange."

...

After parting ways with Bai Ziya, Gu An only pretended to head towards the Silent Destruction Domain. Once he escaped the divine sense range of the Heaven and Earth Flying Immortal, he used the Limitless Freedom Step to return to the mortal world.

Gu An's soul re-entered his body, and he stretched with a yawn. It was still not yet dawn.

He could sense Ji Xiaoyu's Energy Absorption aura downstairs.

"The Outer Heaven is vast, but the mortal world gives me more peace." Gu An smiled as he thought this.

He had no need for adventures; he would not wander the Silent Destruction Domain, battling with Heavenly Demons.

One step at a time!

With the annual lifespan income, he couldn't imagine how powerful he would be in ten thousand years.

Ten thousand years was not long for a Heaven and Earth Flying Immortal, let alone for a Divine Immortal of Wondrous Dharma.

Gu An picked up a travelogue and started reading.

The moon set, and the sun rose.

Another morning dawned over the Medicine Valley.

Gu An got up to organize his clothes, then went downstairs to lead the disciples in their exercises.

Nearly a thousand people exercising together was quite a sight.

Ji Xiaoyu walked out of the house. She didn't join the exercises, merely watching the disciples practice. It had become her habit.

After the exercises, Li Lingtian ran over excitedly and said, "Sister Yu, I recently learned a spell that's quite powerful. Do you want to see it?"

Ji Xiaoyu didn't even look at him, her eyes fixed on Gu An.

Li Lingtian noticed her gaze and felt a pang of jealousy. He said softly, "Sister Yu, my Senior Brother Gu is quite the charmer. He has a junior sister and the Daotian Sect's Holy Daughter has feelings for him. Also, Senior Lu, who left earlier, wants him as her Daoist Friend as well."

Ji Xiaoyu slightly frowned and glanced at him, asking, "Why are you telling me this?"

Li Lingtian fake-coughed and said, "I was afraid you didn't know."

Ji Xiaoyu responded coldly, "Do you know why you're not as good as Yang Jian?"

"Why?"

"Because your mind is impure. As a cultivator, you're thinking about romantic affairs. It's ridiculous and unworthy. I do have feelings for him, but I haven't thought of becoming Daoist Friends. My goal is to pursue the Immortal Path, and so is his. That's why, despite having many romantic interests, he has no Daoist Friend."

Ji Xiaoyu said calmly. After speaking, she walked past Li Lingtian towards Gu An.

Li Lingtian stood there, his face awkward, but he wasn't angry. Instead, he reflected on Ji Xiaoyu's words.

Indeed.

He was still swayed by emotions. What kind of cultivator was he?

Thinking closely, Yang Jian was practically a cultivation fanatic. Besides cultivation and chores, he did nothing else.

Li Lingtian rubbed his chest, still sore from sparring with Yang Jian last night.

Gu An didn't pay attention to the conversation between Li Lingtian and Ji Xiaoyu. After chatting briefly with Ji Xiaoyu, he rode off on the Blood Prison Great Saint, accompanied by Yang Jian.

Today was another day to harvest!

And so it went.

A month passed quickly.

On this day, Gu An arrived at Heavenly Phoenix Mountain, Nianchu Cave.

Tian Yao'er saw him and excitedly rushed forward, saying, "Master, there's activity in the Outer World Cave. Some Immortal Herbs have matured!"

Gu An's interest piqued, and he called for Tianqing and Tian Bai to head to the Outer World Cave.

Tianqing and Tian Bai immediately clung to his arms, making it difficult for Tian Yao'er to get close to Gu An.