Chapter 5180: A Flower For You

The sunlight made paradise out of nothingness. Even the broken walls were comforting as the group relaxed.

If you make it there, will you take the villainous heaven down? The old man murmured, seemingly imagining that scene.

All I seek is an answer. If I have to kill, so be it. Li Qiye said.

Im sure youve thought of this before. The old man said: It will be the same, more or less.

That may not be the case. Li Qiye smiled: There is no absolute in this vast world and its countless inhabitants.

History disagrees with you, little has changed throughout the eternal cycles. The old man said.

Speak for yourself, that would only be the case if you all were successful in overthrowing the villainous heaven. Li Qiye said.

Now Im offended, you are looking down on us. The old man had a look of indignation.

Then tell me, what were you trying to accomplish? Make it sound grandiose. Li Qiye said.

If I were still alive and somehow manage to overthrow the villainous heaven, Ill start by devouring everything. Whats more important than filling ones stomach? The old man smiled.

At best, Ill just be thinking about replacing him. The old man added: I wonder what goes on in your head.

I was born a mortal and do not think about becoming a G.o.d, I know my limitation. You, born a G.o.d, cannot understand the thoughts of a mortal. Li Qiye said.

Interesting perspective. The old man said: Three thousand worlds and their inhabitants are nothing more than food and ants.

Thats why I do not wish to think like a G.o.d. Li Qiye smiled.

Is that so? During the eternal cycles, many mortals have ascended to the apex and entertained the thoughts of becoming a G.o.d. The old man responded.

A mortal sh.e.l.l yet the ambition of a G.o.d? Li Qiye smiled and said: Thats only an excuse for fear, they fear death yet do not want to admit the flaws in their dao heart.

After a brief pause, the old man said: You can become a G.o.d.

What do you think will happen then? Li Qiye asked.

The old man opened his eyes and said seriously: Im afraid you would consume us, one by one.

Then Ill be the same as everyone else, a mortal with a grand ambition. Li Qiye smiled.

Its not a defect. The old man said.

I disagree entirely. A G.o.d with defects shouldnt exist, and the same for immortals. It is a mental disorder that can cause great harm.

Haha. The old man couldnt help but laugh: I can only imagine his face after hearing this. He is proud of being an immortal and now, youre saying that its a mental disorder.

Pretty much. Li Qiye said: Recently, the stronger the cultivators, the sicker they are.

Then youre not far from being mentally ill. The old man clicked his tongue.

This is the time to stand firm and why I keep a close watch on my dao heart. Just a little slacking off will be enough to go crazy. Li Qiye squinted while looking at the setting sun.

Going crazy isnt too bad during starvation. It makes you rather clear-headed and aware. The old man said.

All madmen say that about themselves. Li Qiye chuckled and s.h.i.+fted a bit, continuing to enjoy the sun.

I suppose. The old man nodded: Alright, why are you here? Im sure it isnt to visit me.

Is there a problem with visiting an old friend? Li Qiye smirked.

You wouldnt visit for no reason. The old man said.

Youre right, it seems offensive like Im gloating if Im only here to visit, like Im looking down on you. Li Qiye said.

I dont care what you think. The old man said.

Heres the deal, I have a half-dead person with me. Ive searched around and there is no spot as good as your place. Li Qiye said.

d.a.m.n you! The old man wanted to smack Li Qiye.

Calm down, calm down. Li Qiye responded: Im here to negotiate and plus, youre already dead. Others would have no complaints while youre taking up such a good spot with a dao source. It shouldnt be wasted because saving one life is more valuable than building a seven-floored paG.o.da.

Dont even think about it! The old man refused.

Sigh, dont be like this. Li Qiye said: Ill give you an auspicious flower, okay? Someone who pays attention to details like you is probably feeling uneasy since there is still stagnant death energy left. You wont be able to rest in peace so Ill help out. The flower will let you rest in a dignified manner, a complete and beautiful death, unlike your brothers whose graves are disgusting with miasma and death energy.

Having said that, he patted the old mans chest and said: You are a great man and I am more than happy to embellish your resting place. You can enjoy death with honor while Ill live comfortably knowing that I have done a good deed. This is a win-win situation.

Poof. The old man turned into smoke and disappeared from sight without responding.

Li Qiye smiled and shook his head: Sigh, so stingy. Youre already dead, at least be a little useful and kind to each other.

Who knows if the old man heard his comment after leaving?

With that, he stood up and walked deeper into Imperial Attendant. As he was leaving, the old man in blue also got up and raised his paper sign in Li Qiyes direction.

The latter only smiled and shook his head, not interested in a purchase. However, the old man didnt give up.

He hung the sign on his neck and followed Li Qiye. This became quite a sight for pa.s.sersby.

The city was ma.s.sive enough to accommodate an entire kingdom. The high population consisted primarily of The People.

This was because the founding sages of the city were part of The People as well. It became an asylum during the various wars, always standing strong.

In fact, it was older than Imperial Alliance or perhaps even Imperial Field from the ancient continent. The first lord was known as City Lord Zi Yan; many other powerful cultivators joined afterward including Heavenly Sage Yuan, Ox-dragon Ancestor, and many emperors.

Many generations later, s.p.a.ce Dragon Emperor, Immortal Emperor Qilin, and Calamity Dao Lord joined as well.

Unity was a key characteristic of the city under City Lord Zi Yans leaders.h.i.+p. It only started changing after the rumors of her death during Grand Dao War.

The city split into various sects - Alchemy Dao, Imperial Gate, Qilin Manor