[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-when-i-achieved-sainthood-the-immortal-official-":3,"chapter-when-i-achieved-sainthood-the-immortal-official--when-i-achieved-sainthood-the-immortal-official--chapter-136":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","When I Achieved Sainthood, the Immortal Official Actually Called Me to Raise Horses!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1436054,1887,"Chapter 136: The First Step to Immortality","when-i-achieved-sainthood-the-immortal-official--chapter-136",136,"\u003Cp>Chapter 136: The First Step to Immortality\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An lifted his gaze toward the red-clothed woman, sensing a strong demonic aura emanating from her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, any demon capable of fully transforming into human form would be considered a Great Demon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, this woman’s aura was only at the Ninth Level of the Foundation Establishment Stage—a strange contradiction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, he activated the Lifespan Probe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Tian Yao’er (Foundation Establishment, Ninth Level): 17\u002F999\u002F18000】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her lifespan limit was even higher than the Huangquan Demon Emperor’s, breaking Gu An’s previous record for demonic beings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among all creatures he had encountered, aside from spirit trees, the highest recorded lifespan limit belonged to the Nightshade Ghost Mother, which reached 5400 years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An couldn’t help but sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Humans really had it rough—their natural lifespan was barely ten thousand years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, humans had superior comprehension abilities, surpassing both demons and ghosts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least, Gu An had yet to see a demon or ghost with a cultivation speed faster than Li Xuandao’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he contemplated, Gu An patiently waited for his breakthrough to conclude.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that his spiritual energy had transformed into true mana, its power had undergone a fundamental change.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An could effortlessly crush his pre-breakthrough self—the difference was overwhelming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps this was the true path of the Immortal Dao!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Nine Tribulations of the Immortal Dao—he had finally stepped past the first tribulation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was no longer an ordinary cultivator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, unlike other cultivators, breaking through did not increase his lifespan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps it was because he had \"cheated,\" bypassing the natural Heavenly Tribulation, so his lifespan could only be increased through stealing it from others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But that didn’t matter—his ability to seize lifespan was already absurdly fast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once his Lifespan Barrier stopped absorbing the mountain’s spiritual energy, Phoenix Mountain fell into an eerie silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The majority of the demonic creatures began fleeing, as they instinctively sensed that such a phenomenon heralded disaster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time flew by.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Gu An finally reached Nirvana Stage, Ninth Level, he remained in a profound state of comprehension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slowly, he opened his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Checking his Lifespan Barrier’s energy consumption, he realized that this breakthrough had consumed close to 540,000 years of lifespan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In total, he had expended 454,000 years to reach Nirvana Stage, Ninth Level!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, he had 1.92 million years remaining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not bad!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An stood up, retrieved a black robe, and began dressing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he did, his gaze shifted toward Tian Yao’er.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, he could see things that ordinary beings could not.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On Tian Yao’er’s body, he saw strands of gray mist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When his divine sense entered the gray mist, it revealed fragments of her past.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could this be the legendary power of karma?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Intrigued, Gu An continued peering into her past, deciding not to dispel the Lifespan Barrier just yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since the energy consumption had drastically slowed after his breakthrough, keeping it active a little longer wouldn’t hurt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finishing dressing, he finally deactivated the barrier and walked toward Tian Yao’er.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His ability to perceive karma wasn’t particularly strong, but he could at least see the past ten years of her life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was already impressive!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In just a few breaths, Tian Yao’er’s past decade unfolded before his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped forward, bent down, and lifted her unconscious body into his arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the moonlight, their elongated shadows stretched across the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er dreamt of a nightmare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her dream, she was surrounded by demons and devils, their claws tearing at her flesh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They wanted to cook her into a broth, offering her to their Demon Mother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a frightened gasp, she awoke abruptly, sitting up in a panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her breathing was heavy, her chest rising and falling rapidly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She instinctively scanned her surroundings, realizing that she was inside a cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes were drawn to the firelight, where a black-robed figure sat meditating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Terrified, she shrunk back against the cave wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Y-You...\" Tian Yao’er stammered, her voice trembling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She took a closer look—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The figure was dressed in black, wearing a mask, exuding an aura of mystery and power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was Gu An!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Gu An was fully immersed in the power of the Nirvana Stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His divine sense stretched across vast lands, allowing him to see the entire Nine Dynasties from Phoenix Mountain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The experience fascinated him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So this… is the realm of the Immortal Dao?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sense of limitless power surged within him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the first time, Gu An felt like a True Immortal standing above the mortal realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er’s gaze drifted toward a small bottle of pills on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hesitating for a moment, she cautiously stepped forward, picked it up, and uncorked it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fragrant medicinal aroma filled her senses, making her eyes light up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, she poured the pills into her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment they entered her stomach, a surge of vitality coursed through her body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A refreshing sensation spread through her limbs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She noticed that her wounds had already scabbed over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Subconsciously, she curled up again, pulling the hem of her robe over her dirt-covered feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that her mind was clear, she understood that this mysterious black-robed man had saved her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Curious, she observed Gu An, finding his presence unfamiliar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since her birth, she had never encountered a human cultivator before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had been raised by the Demon Mother, and her red robe was a gift from her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a while, Gu An withdrew his divine sense and slowly opened his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Turning his head, his masked gaze met Tian Yao’er’s wide eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, she froze, before suddenly snapping back to reality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"T-Thank you, senior… for saving me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was soft and timid, like a frightened kitten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An asked, \"What do you plan to do next?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Based on his previous karmic visions, he knew that Tian Yao’er had been raised in captivity by an Integration Stage Demon King.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That demon’s lair housed several other young demons, all of whom had remarkable talent and potential.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During a migration, many demons believed a calamity was approaching, and an internal battle erupted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er used the chaos to escape—eventually stumbling into Gu An’s territory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because of their shared orphaned past, Gu An felt a hint of sympathy for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was why he hadn’t left immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er hesitated, uncertain of her future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An made her an offer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You have two choices.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"First, I can take you far away from Phoenix Mountain, where you can survive on your own.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Second, you can swear loyalty to me and work under me. In return, I will protect you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er’s eyes filled with conflict.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, she gritted her teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you can avenge my parents… I will follow you forever.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An’s answer was simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Phoenix Demon Mother is too powerful—I am not her match.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I can teach you how to cultivate, so that one day, you can take revenge yourself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long pause, Tian Yao’er whispered,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I follow you… will I truly have a chance?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"At the very least, it gives you hope, doesn’t it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er took a deep breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then… I will follow you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a flick of his sleeve, the ground behind Gu An suddenly collapsed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A moment later, water gushed forth, swiftly forming a small pool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go wash up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An said casually, then rose to his feet and walked toward the cave entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er quickly stood up, her voice carrying a hint of nervousness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where are you going?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just stepping outside. I’ll come back once you’re done.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An didn’t stop, simply waving a hand as he left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er hesitated as she watched his departing figure, feeling a strange warmth in her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For some reason, this gesture made her like him even more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe… following him wouldn’t be so bad.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned back toward the pool, gazing at the clear water as her thoughts drifted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He’s so powerful… Is he really not strong enough to defeat the Demon Mother?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside the cave, sunlight bathed Gu An’s body, its warmth contrasting against the crisp mountain air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing midway up the mountain, he surveyed his surroundings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though flowers and trees grew nearby, they did not obstruct his view.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From his vantage point, rolling mountains stretched into the distance, shrouded in mist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scene resembled an immortal’s paradise, making it hard to believe this was a land ruled by demons and devils.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An extended his divine sense, scanning for a suitable location to establish a proper cave dwelling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For now, he would construct an underground refuge, ensuring Tian Yao’er was settled before he left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, he had already prepared an array of formation materials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the very least, he could set up a well-hidden cave for now and gradually enhance it later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, he located a spiritual vein, deciding to build his cave dwelling beside it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving behind a Yin-Yang clone, his real body vanished on the spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An hour later—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er sat by the campfire, hugging her knees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The firelight flickered across her delicate features, her eyes dull and unfocused as she stared into the flames.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She seemed lost in thought, absentmindedly absorbing the warmth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only when she heard footsteps from the cave entrance did she snap out of her daze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Startled, she quickly stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later, Gu An reentered the cave, his gaze landing on her now-clean figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A look of satisfaction flashed in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not bad.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she was going to manage his cave dwelling, at least she would be pleasing to the eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With another flick of his sleeve, a soft breeze swept through the cave, lifting Tian Yao’er’s long hair and causing her clothes to flutter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A momentary glimpse of the scene beneath her robe made Gu An avert his gaze instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er, on the other hand, felt a sudden lightness in her hair and clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her previously damp and uncomfortable garments were now completely dry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before she could react, Gu An raised his hand, pulling her toward him through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He firmly grasped her shoulders, and in the next instant—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of them vanished from the cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er felt her world spin, an intense dizziness overtaking her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes squeezed shut, and her divine sense failed to extend, leaving her completely disoriented.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instinctively, she clung to Gu An’s waist belt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before long, her feet touched solid ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The discomfort faded, and as she opened her eyes, she gasped in awe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her wide, beautiful eyes sparkled in the dim light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They stood inside a vast underground chamber, nearly as spacious as Xuantian Cave Dwelling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The walls were adorned with embedded spirit stones, glowing faintly and illuminating the area with a soft radiance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air was dense with spiritual energy, filling Tian Yao’er’s lungs with refreshing vitality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This cave…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An had carved it out himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first glance, it looked as if nature had sculpted it over millennia, its design breathtakingly intricate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A masterpiece of precision and power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"From now on, this is your home.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu An’s voice echoed through the chamber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rest and recover first. Don't wander outside—this is still Phoenix Mountain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you get bored, you can read.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a casual motion, he retrieved several books from his sleeve, placing them on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Titles included \"Romance of the Gods\", \"The Secrets of Taixuan Immortal Venerable\", and others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without waiting for a response—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He disappeared into thin air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tian Yao’er crouched down, picking up a copy of \"Romance of the Gods.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Curious, she flipped it open…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression quickly turned to confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t read.\u003C\u002Fp>",1931,"2026-06-06T01:13:12.186Z",1,"novelbin.me","38a5c9e4f0a9b302ab7a02cafc346b70b52de8d5df065910ffe689c4e1e2266a","when-i-achieved-sainthood-the-immortal-official--chapter-137","when-i-achieved-sainthood-the-immortal-official--chapter-135",567,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fwhen-i-achieved-sainthood-the-immortal-official--cover.jpg"]