I, Thanks To My Unlimited Investment, Am Admired By All Races
Chapter 321: For example… Miss Jiang?
'Th-this is… Immortal Phoenix Scripture?'
Under the gazes of envy and jealousy from everyone present, Jiang Linghe fell into a daze, unable to recover for a long time. It wasn't until nearly half an incense stick later that he finally finished reading the entire contents of the Immortal Phoenix Scripture.
Although his strength was weak, he could still tell how terrifying this technique was.
If one could truly cultivate it successfully, its value would likely be no less than an Emperor Scripture. Not to mention, it possessed an even more astonishing trait—
It could continuously multiply a person's aptitude and comprehension.
In the end, even a cripple could become an unprecedented monstrous genius, with physique and understanding far beyond anyone else.
The only issue was… this Immortal Phoenix Scripture had some drawbacks.
First, it could only be cultivated by men. And as one's cultivation deepened, the man would gradually transform into a woman. Upon reaching the Emperor realm, one would completely become female.
Second, the technique was extremely domineering. Once cultivated, it could neither be abandoned nor could other techniques be practiced alongside it.
In other words, as long as one lived, they could only follow this single path—there was no starting over.
Third—and most fatal, every breakthrough in cultivation was akin to undergoing tribulation.
For ordinary cultivators, breaking through a realm (as long as it wasn't the Life and Death or Saint realm) usually wasn't too dangerous. Even if they failed, at worst their realm would drop.
But the Immortal Phoenix Scripture was different.
Every breakthrough—from Body Refinement all the way to the Emperor realm—required enduring three days of torment, tempering both body and soul.
This suffering was like hell itself. If one couldn't endure it, both body and soul would collapse completely, leading to total annihilation.
And during those three days, the cultivator would be at their most vulnerable—any disturbance could doom them forever.
Only after reaching the Emperor realm would this flaw disappear.
"…Become a woman…"
A bitter smile appeared at the corner of Jiang Linghe's lips.
To be honest, in the entire Jiang Clan—or even the whole Desolate Ancient Continent—few people desired strength more than he did.
The other two drawbacks of the Immortal Phoenix Scripture meant nothing to him.
As long as he could cultivate, even if it were a demonic technique, he would walk that path without hesitation.
However, even without cultivating it yet, he could already tell that the torment during each breakthrough was no joke.
Even someone with strong willpower might not endure it.
And undergoing such suffering repeatedly—by the end, even a normal person's mentality would likely change, becoming cold and emotionless.
And when one finally became an Emperor…
"Ahem!"
Just as Jiang Linghe was lost in thought, an impatient cough sounded.
Jiang Yunzong sat at the head seat, his expression slightly displeased.
"Linghe, since Fellow Daoist Li Xun has gifted you such an opportunity, why are you still standing there in a daze?"
To begin with, he was already somewhat dissatisfied with Jiang Linghe. Now, seeing him standing there absent-mindedly, it almost made the Jiang Clan lose face.
At the same time, he was curious—what exactly had Li Xun given him to cause such a reaction?
After all, Jiang Linghe was still a member of the Jiang Clan. Though his talent was lacking, he had grown up there—ordinary items wouldn't make him lose composure like this.
"I-I thank Fellow Daoist Li Xun for this opportunity… It's just that this chance is far too precious for me. In the future, if you ever have need of me, please don't hesitate to command me."
Jiang Linghe came back to his senses, took a deep breath, and quickly bowed respectfully.
He didn't refuse out of politeness, because he knew clearly that although the Immortal Phoenix Scripture had its flaws, this might be the only opportunity of his life.
If he missed this chance, entering the path of cultivation again might become indefinitely distant—or he might remain stuck at the early stage of Qi Condensation for life, unable to advance at all.
"No need to be so polite, Fellow Daoist Jiang. I look forward to your future achievements."
Li Xun smiled faintly, casting a meaningful glance at Jiang Linghe.
Right now, the other party was still a man.
But the next time they met…
He might need to change how he addressed him.
For example…
Miss Jiang?
The possibility of Jiang Linghe not cultivating the Immortal Phoenix Scripture was something that never crossed Li Xun's mind.
The reason was simple.
Jiang Linghe's aptitude was simply too poor.
It's even worse than Jiang Taixuan.
Although Jiang Taixuan's talent wasn't great, as long as he had enough resources, his cultivation could still be forcefully pushed upward.
But Jiang Linghe was different—his aptitude was like a bottomless pit.
No matter how many resources were poured into him, they would produce no effect whatsoever.
It could be said that aside from the Immortal Phoenix Scripture, which could allow him to defy fate and change his destiny, there was almost no other way for him to advance even a step further in the Qi Condensation Realm.
"It seems Fellow Daoist Li Xun has given my cousin something quite extraordinary."
Jiang Lingsheng said with unconcealed envy.
He was certain that Li Xun had seen through Jiang Linghe's poor aptitude, yet still acted this way. That meant the item he had just given him was enough to completely overturn his fate.
And a divine technique that could allow even a waste to cultivate—no matter where it was, such a thing would be invaluable.
"Just some techniques I have no use for—coincidentally suitable for this Fellow Daoist Jiang."
Li Xun waved his hand casually, ignoring the continuous system notifications echoing in his mind, and shifted his gaze toward the other young members of the Jiang Clan inside the hall.
Among these young men and women who had come with Jiang Linghe, some also had faint white or blue glows emanating from their bodies.
As for purple light—there wasn't a single one.
Originally, Li Xun no longer cared much for white or blue-level investments.
If it were just one or two people, he wouldn't be interested in investing.
But now, with everyone gathered in the hall glowing white and blue, it was a different story.
With a bit of luck, he might be able to obtain one or two cultivation gains.
With his current strength, he didn't need much—another ten or twenty years of closed door cultivation worth of spiritual energy might be enough for him to sense his own Saint Tribulation.
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Note:
Cultivation Realm so far:
1, Body Refinement
2, Qi Condensation
3, Spirit Meridian
4, Profound Elixir
5, Divine Power
6, Life and Death
7, Divine Palace
8, Half-Saint
9, Saint
10, Saint King
11, Great Saint
12, Quasi-Emperor
13, Emperor
Treasure Level so far:
1, Mortal Weapon
2, Magical Treasure
3, Spiritual Treasure
4, Dao Weapon
5, Sacred Weapon
6, Sacred King Weapon
7, Imperial Weapon
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