Chapter 16

Since that was the case, it was time to talk about business.

However, before he could speak, Liuyun interrupted again:

"So, is it because of these things that you... I said you don't acknowledge our immortals?"

"Don't acknowledge immortals born innately?"

Jiang Yan didn't expect Liuyun to be able to round this up, so he just went down the slope and said softly:

"I suppose so... sorry, hearing that your immortals and gods were born innately, I thought of those Great Luos who were born with the Dao."

"It was me who was biased."

Jiang Yan’s eyes glowed with purple Qi, starting from Liuyun, and scanned the immortals present one by one.

Zhongli, Ganyu, Xiao, Lishui...

After a while, he nodded and said:

"Setting aside cultivation, your own strength is not weak, especially you, fellow Daoist Morax, who in this world, in my view, belongs to the top tier."

"Although it is a blessing from heaven and earth, you are not Great Luos; you don't need to cultivate to be born with the Dao."

"You paid the price of blood and tears for your current strength. My words just now were rash."

Hearing this, Liuyun felt somewhat comfortable in her heart.

If an ordinary person had said this, Liuyun would have given them a slap without a second word and asked who they thought they were.

But Jiang Yan was not only a cultivator at the Refining Spirit to Return to Emptiness stage, but he had also raised the status of Shushan and himself to such a level.

Having him say this, Liuyun was somewhat happy.

However, Zhongli gave a wry smile and shook his head:

"Top tier? Not necessarily, especially now that I have heard of your cultivation path."

"It is nothing more than Refining Qi to Spirit. In the peak period of Shushan, my age as a cultivator at the Refining Qi to Spirit stage would probably be the most inconspicuous disciple."

Jiang Yan comforted him:

"There is no need to belittle yourself so much. As a creature of Teyvat, you naturally have to look at yourself from the perspective of Teyvat."

"What’s more, it is just that the upper limit of the world limits you. If you were in my world, you might have already become an immortal."

"Your aptitude, if placed in the peak period of Shushan, would also be among the very good ones."

Zhongli and the others felt very comfortable hearing this. Liuyun wanted to ask how it compared to Jiang Yan’s aptitude, but after careful consideration, she gave up.

Jiang Yan’s bone age was no more than twenty-something; everyone could see that clearly.

To reach the Refining Spirit to Return to Emptiness stage at twenty-something, such aptitude was probably unique throughout the ages, even in Shushan.

Otherwise, why would he be taken as a disciple by such a genius master, and why would the Shushan ancestor send him away at the last moment?

A seed must be the strongest genius.

In all fairness, if Liuyun wanted to take a disciple, they must have excellent talent; Shenhe was proof of that.

It was better not to ask such uncomfortable questions.

Everyone didn't want to talk much about such depressing topics.

It wasn't entirely because of Jiang Yan’s tragic encounter, it was really because...

Great Luo, Taiyi...

The stories of these existences whose levels were too high to imagine would only make one despair for the future.

So, Zhongli changed the subject.

"So, you came to Teyvat through the turbulence of time and space."

Jiang Yan nodded.

"I just passed through the turbulence of time and space, and my strength has not yet recovered. I have to thank True Monarch Liuyun, Miss Ganyu, and Miss Shenhe for their care."

"Don't call me True Monarch anymore."

Liuyun hurriedly interrupted Jiang Yan.

"After hearing what you said, I don't even want to call myself an immortal. Just call me Liuyun."

Jiang Yan did not refuse.

Zhongli continued:

"Then, what are your plans for the future? If you don't have a place to stay, why not settle in Liyue for a while before considering."

Zhongli looked at Jiang Yan with some expectation, and Liuyun and the others on the side were also somewhat excited.

What Jiang Yan said could not be verified. If they believed it all, they would have lived in vain for so long.

But Jiang Yan’s strength was solid, and everyone had witnessed it with their own eyes.

It was shockingly strong.

And the key was that he could continue to cultivate and break through, which was outrageous.

If Jiang Yan was willing to join Liyue, then Liyue would have found a thigh that could overturn the Heavenly Principles.

Once he reached the Refining Emptiness to Join the Dao stage, he might be able to take Liyue to fly together.

Such a profitable deal, only a fool wouldn't do it.

Seeing Zhongli extending an olive branch, Jiang Yan shook his head.

"Sorry, I am a disciple of Shushan after all. Even if Shushan exists in name only, I cannot give up this identity."

"If even I give up, then Shushan will truly be dead."

Zhongli sipped his tea and didn't say anything more, but his intention to pull Jiang Yan onto the boat never stopped.

However, it was more appropriate for Ganyu to say the rest.

Ganyu naturally understood Zhongli’s thoughts and immediately said:

"It’s not asking you to give up your identity as a Shushan disciple, Jiang Yan. Even if you are very strong, you still need someone to look after you in an unfamiliar place."

"Liyue is the strongest and richest country in Teyvat. If you are willing to join Liyue, you will still be the Sect Leader of Shushan."

"Liyue can provide people and resources to help you rebuild Shushan."

Seeing that Ganyu was about to say something else, Jiang Yan raised his hand slightly to stop her.

"I understand your good intentions, but this is contrary to my beliefs."

"What’s more, I have already thought about what I want to do next."

Hearing this, Zhongli and the others were immediately interested.

"What is it?"

Zhongli asked softly.

A bright light shone in Jiang Yan’s eyes, and an unprecedented heat made it clear to everyone.

Jiang Yan clenched his fists tightly.

"As long as I am alive, Shushan will not perish!"

"If the glory is gone, then I will reshape the glory of Shushan!"

"I want to... reopen the mountain gate and restore Shushan!"

13. A lesson for the people of Teyvat, what is a Great Luo?

Hearing Jiang Yan’s answer, Zhongli and the others didn't feel surprised; if it were them, they would have the same idea.

It was just that they still felt a little regretful that they couldn't tie Jiang Yan to Liyue’s chariot.

A true cultivator who could grow infinitely, and who was already at the Refining Spirit to Return to Emptiness stage, a powerhouse enough to beat the Heavenly Principles...

What a pity.

However, Liyue already had a good foundation for a relationship with Jiang Yan, so it would be easy to talk later.

What’s more, Jiang Yan wanted to rebuild Shushan, so he couldn't rebuild it alone, right?

Reopening the mountain gate was a must, and when the time came...

Perhaps they could also experience the abilities of true cultivators.

Thinking of this, Zhongli was even a little expectant.

"By the way, have you ever thought about revenge?"

Suddenly, Liuyun asked an inappropriate question.

Zhongli’s face turned black, and he glared at her fiercely.

Jiang Yan was also stunned.

How did Liuyun dare to say such a reckless thing?

Not to mention that he was just making it up, even if it were really the case. ===== CHAPTER 24 =====