Urban Extraordinary Immortal Doctor-Chapter 2241: Paths Diverge, No Common Ground
Seeing that Burning Heaven Venerable refused her once again, a shadow of gloom flashed across the face of Ice River Immortal Emperor, which resembled that of a young girl. However, the shadow quickly vanished, and besides a few Immortals present, the others did not notice any discontent in her.
"Burning Heaven Venerable, I truly have high regard for you. If you are willing to join Ice River Palace, I will personally guide you, helping you to soon become an Immortal King Realm expert. In this way, your alchemy skills will also improve accordingly... What do you think?"
With earnest eyes, Ice River Immortal Emperor smiled and continued to persuade Fang Bai.
In the eyes of Ice River Immortal Emperor, Burning Heaven Venerable’s talent was extraordinary. If cultivated with full force, not only the Immortal King Realm, but reaching the Immortal Emperor Realm in the future was also possible. At that time, he could become one of the most outstanding alchemists in the Immortal Realm, which would significantly enhance the overall strength of Ice River Palace.
This was precisely the reason Ice River Immortal Emperor was determined to recruit Burning Heaven Venerable.
What concerned Ice River Immortal Emperor was that a prodigious talent like Burning Heaven Venerable would undoubtedly attract the attention of other Immortal Emperors. If other Emperors were to win him over into their sects first, it would pose a threat to the future of Ice River Palace.
"I am grateful for your kindness, Immortal Emperor, but I need to think it over..."
Fang Bai thought for a moment and still shook his head.
Immortals around whispered among themselves, causing a commotion.
Some admired Burning Heaven Venerable’s courage, while others thought that Ice River Immortal Emperor extended such a gracious invitation, yet Burning Heaven Venerable refused again and again, completely unappreciative.
Ice River Immortal Emperor did not get angry; she smiled and said, "Very well, take your time to consider! Remember, the gates of Ice River Palace are always open for you."
Fang Bai said, "If one day I decide to join a sect, Ice River Palace will be my first choice."
Ice River Immortal Emperor smiled brightly, nodded, and said, "Good! That sentence puts my heart at ease!"
Then Fang Bai clasped his hands in farewell and returned to his seat, followed by Demon Slaying Immortal King.
"I know you dislike sect constraints, but joining Ice River Palace has many benefits! For instance, you can use the rich cultivation resources of Ice River Palace for your cultivation and receive personal guidance from Ice River Immortal Emperor. You could quickly advance to the Immortal King Realm, and becoming an Immortal Emperor Realm expert in the future is not out of reach..."
After returning to his seat, Demon Slaying Immortal King transmitted to Fang Bai.
"Path unshared, no success together."
Fang Bai replied indifferently.
Demon Slaying Immortal King was momentarily stunned, not quite understanding Fang Bai’s words. 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦
He couldn’t possibly know that between Fang Bai and Ice River Immortal Emperor lay a deep-seated enmity, a grudge stemming from destruction. Fang Bai, who had repossessed a new body and returned to the Immortal Realm, was destined to retaliate blood for blood, tooth for tooth.
"I don’t understand, joining Ice River Palace and receiving guidance from Ice River Immortal Emperor is a rare opportunity for many, why do you refuse?"
Fang Bai was leisurely eating an Immortal Fruit when suddenly a cool, female Immortal voice reached his ears.
It was transmitted by Iceflame Fairy, who gazed ahead with an indifferent expression and betrayed no emotion.
Fang Bai unhurriedly finished the Immortal Fruit, then poured a cup of Immortal Brew, sipping slowly as he replied, "Do you want the truth or a lie?"
Iceflame Fairy slightly furrowed her brows and asked, "What if it’s a lie? What if it’s the truth?"
Fang Bai said, "The lie is: I like the Carefree Immortal Realm, free and unrestrained, unwilling to be bound by the rules of a sect; the truth is: I dislike Ice River Immortal Emperor, even... feel some aversion towards her!"
Replacing other Immortals, none would dare utter aversion towards Ice River Immortal Emperor before a stranger, fearing that such sentiments, if leaked, would lead to ruin.
But Fang Bai, having known Iceflame Fairy, had keenly caught in her gaze a trace of hatred towards Ice River Immortal Emperor, certain that her appearance here was due to unavoidable circumstances.
Indeed, upon hearing Fang Bai’s words, Iceflame Fairy simply turned her head to glance at him in surprise, then returned to normal.
"Why?"
Iceflame Fairy asked perplexed, "Ice River Immortal Emperor is respected across the nine Heavenly Domains of the Immortal Realm, admired and loved by many, why do you detest her?"
"Respected? Admired and loved?"
Fang Bai scoffed, "That’s merely a façade! Immortals fear the power of Ice River Immortal Emperor, but who dares disrespect her? Since War Emperor ’fell’ and Emperor’s Palace was destroyed, headed by Ice River Immortal Emperor, Ice River Palace has claimed numerous cultivation holy lands and swallowed countless cultivation resources. Immortals probably dare to be angry but do not dare to speak, so how many truly admire and love her?"
Iceflame Fairy’s eyes flickered as she gently nodded, clearly in agreement with Fang Bai’s words, continuing to transmit, "Be sure not to speak these words to other Immortals, otherwise it would be quite dangerous!"
Fang Bai laughed, "To be honest, the first time I saw the Fairy, I felt an inexplicable connection, as if we had known each other long ago, which is why I dared to speak these words. Hmm, I ask the Fairy to keep my earlier words confidential."
Iceflame Fairy did not speak further but shared the same sentiment with Fang Bai.
When their eyes met earlier, Iceflame Fairy felt a sense of déjà vu, which prompted her to initiate a conversation with Fang Bai.
Otherwise, if it were any other Immortal, she wouldn’t have cared, not even Ice River Immortal Emperor, with whom she preferred not to speak.
Iceflame Fairy asked, "Seeing your Immortal age isn’t high, how do you know about War Emperor and Emperor’s Palace?"
Fang Bai said, "Heard from someone."
Iceflame Fairy’s heart stirred, urgently asking, "Who told you?"
A thousand years ago, after the eight Immortal Emperors obliterated Emperor’s Palace, Immortals were forbidden to discuss the matter, attempting thus to erase the influence of the Palace. Now, after a millennium, though some Immortals still remember, the topic is seldom broached.
In Iceflame Fairy’s mind, any Immortal speaking these words to Fang Bai, even if not a disciple of Emperor’s Palace, should be a sympathizer.
Fang Bai said, "Sorry, I cannot tell you who."
Iceflame Fairy asked, "Why?"
Fang Bai said, "Because I don’t know who you are! The Immortal who told me these words is somewhat related to Emperor’s Palace; if I reveal their identity, they could be hunted by Ice River Palace."
Iceflame Fairy glanced at the central high platform where Ice River Immortal Emperor sat, forcibly concealing her excitement, transmitting to Fang Bai, "After the banquet ends, will you wait for me at Fuxi Ridge, a thousand miles away? I have something to discuss with you... I’m asking you, please!"
Her final "please" carried a hint of pleading.
Fang Bai replied, "No problem. Once the banquet concludes, I’ll be waiting for the Fairy at Fuxi Ridge."
