Demonic Cultivator: Immune To Common Side Effects - Chapter 73

Chapter 73: Immortal, Are You From the White Jade Capital?

Li Yan flew out of the deep pit, his clothes as pristine and dazzling as ever, not a speck of dust on them. Just moments before, he had endured over ten thousand Shadow Explosions unleashed by the Old Demon.

Frankly, it was utterly astonishing.

If not for his immortal, indestructible nature, he wouldn’t have dared to withstand such an onslaught, not even if he had a hundred times the courage.

But in this world, he was invincible.

This made learning new techniques practically effortless.

Having personally experienced the bombardment of ten thousand shadows, Li Yan grasped the basic version of the Shadow Explosion Art.

“It’s not as powerful as the Old Demon’s, but this Shadow Explosion Art is still quite intriguing.”

He glanced at the system notification before him:

The host has observed the Sect Master of the Demon Shadow Sect’s Shadow Explosion Art. The Illusionary Realm’s side effect has been reversed, deepening your comprehension of Immortal Arts within this fabricated realm.

There was an old saying: “Pursuing truth in falsehood is utterly laughable.”

Yet, according to the Side Effect System’s logic, these illusions were merely side effects that must be reversed into reality.

What was false had to become true, but without harming Li Yan.

The balance was exquisitely maintained.

Li Yan sighed inwardly. “The concept of ‘Side Effect Reversal’ is truly ingenious. It appears unremarkable on the surface, but upon closer examination, it’s terrifyingly profound.”

“Another new Shadow Technique learned! This Illusionary Realm is truly fascinating.”

To brazenly confront Great Ascension Stage experts and steal their exclusive techniques at close range—such an opportunity was incredibly rare. Li Yan eagerly sought to learn more powerful Ancient Immortal Arts.

Looking at these Immortals, then at Daoist Tranquil Void with his Gu refinement and Alchemy… what trash dared call themselves Daoists? The Sword Immortal and Old Demon before him were truly the real deal.

Li Yan clenched his fist. “Any single spell from this Illusionary Realm would let me crush that old ghost Tranquil Void.”

I wonder if my good Founding Ancestor will be pleased when I return after mastering these arts?

The thought of learning more Shadow Techniques made Li Yan look at the Demon Shadow Sect’s Old Demon with growing anticipation.

“Senior, please instruct me.”

Li Yan’s humble and eager attitude cracked the Old Demon’s composure.

He couldn’t understand it.

How could a mere Golden Core Stage brat emerge unscathed after facing thirty percent of his cultivation power?

Why only thirty percent?

Because he had to guard against a sneak attack from the Obscured Moon Sword Immortal.

But Fairy Obscured Moon was a righteous Immortal who disdained underhanded tactics. The Old Demon’s caution revealed his own petty heart, distrusting even noble souls.

The Old Demon’s excessive caution clashed with Li Yan’s earnest thirst for knowledge. He secretly wished the Old Demon would unleash more techniques, eager to learn from this Shadow Demon Patriarch.

“Senior? Why have you stopped attacking?” Li Yan floated through the void, slowly approaching the Old Demon.

The Old Demon, however, was on high alert, cold sweat dripping down his forehead as he retreated step by step. “You’re definitely not a Golden Core cultivator!” he exclaimed. “You… you… could you be a Great Luo Golden Immortal descended from the Heavenly Realm?”

“Impossible…” The Old Demon shook his head vehemently, finding it utterly incomprehensible. “How could a True Immortal who has undergone Tribulation Crossing possibly descend to the mortal realm?”

He suspected that Li Yan might indeed be a Great Luo Golden Immortal from the Heavenly Realm, but the Old Demon’s own limited vision prevented him from discerning the Immortal’s true form. He reasoned that the youth’s appearance was merely an Immortal Clan’s trick to mock mortals.

The moment the Old Demon voiced his suspicion, the onlookers who had been enjoying the spectacle gasped in unison. “A Great Luo Golden Immortal?”

“Could Immortals truly descend from the White Jade Capital to the mortal realm?”

“I told you, Senior Li is no ordinary person! He must be a Golden Immortal who has descended!”

Those who had previously mocked Li Yan now eagerly changed their tune, terrified that his displeasure might erase them from existence.

If Li Yan truly was a Great Luo Golden Immortal, a mere wave of his hand could reduce everyone present to ashes.

Those who had mocked him earlier now regretted their words with every fiber of their being. They should have kept their mouths shut while watching the spectacle; now they had offended a Great Luo Golden Immortal who had descended from the White Jade Capital in the Heavenly Realm.

The Old Demon’s fear grew with each passing moment. He hastily cupped his fists in salute and bowed deeply. “This humble junior’s eyes were blind! I failed to recognize a Golden Immortal! Please forgive me, Senior!”

The Old Demon, who had been so arrogant moments before, now trembled uncontrollably.

Li Yan shook his head. “I preferred you the way you were before. Come on, show me a few more tricks.”

Li Yan’s seemingly casual words took on a sinister edge in the Old Demon’s ears.

The Old Demon waved his hands frantically, desperate to explain. “Immortal! Venerable Immortal! It was all a misunderstanding! All a misunderstanding!”

But Li Yan, still eager to learn the Dao, replied kindly, “It’s fine. Just use your strongest move on me. Don’t be afraid.”

Yet the more affable Li Yan appeared, the greater the Old Demon’s terror grew.

In his eyes, this young man had transformed into a smiling tiger.

If Li Yan truly was an Immortal from the White Jade Capital in the Heavenly Realm, a single gesture from him would mean his doom.

The power of an Immortal from the White Jade Capital, to put it in an absurdly exaggerated comparison, was like Thanos snapping his fingers and wiping out all life with a single gesture.

“Immortal Clan, I was reckless just now!”

“This humble one apologizes sincerely. We would never dare to jest with the Immortal Clan.”

As the saying goes, “A wise person knows when to yield.” The Old Demon knelt, kowtowed, and begged for forgiveness.

He refused to attack but insisted on apologizing?

Li Yan devised a plan. “If that’s the case, then hand over your Sect’s Sacred Artifact.”

The moment these words left his lips, the Demon Shadow Sect’s Old Demon, who had been so polite moments before, froze. His expression stiffened, and he remained motionless for a long moment.

“Immortal Clan, are you jesting?”

Li Yan raised an eyebrow. “Do I look like someone who jests?”

Seeing the misunderstanding, Li Yan decided to play the part of an aloof Immortal. If brute force wouldn’t work, he’d resort to trickery, using his invulnerable body to swindle and deceive. Perhaps he could even con the Old Demon out of his Cultivation Technique and Sacred Artifact, the Blood Glazed Lotus Lamp.

When Li Yan reached out his hand, demanding the Blood Glazed Lotus Lamp, the Old Demon’s expression turned grave. “Immortal Clan,” he pleaded, “you may take any other Magic Artifacts or natural treasures from my sect.”

“No, I only want the Blood Glazed Lotus Lamp.”

Li Yan’s tone was resolute as he specifically demanded the Demon Shadow Sect’s Sacred Artifact.

Only the best will do. Who wants all that broken junk?

Seeing Li Yan’s unwavering resolve, the Old Demon barely suppressed his fury, clenching his fists.

“Immortal, you’re pushing things too far!”

“If you want my Lifebound Magical Artifact, just say you want to kill me outright!”

“Taking my Lifebound Magical Artifact is the same as taking my life!”

His face darkening, the Old Demon roared, “Give it up and die, refuse and die—I’ll fight you to the death!”

He struck a pose of desperate defiance, then suddenly whirled around and fled back into the Demon Shadow Sect’s gates.

The Mountain Guardian Formation activated, shrouding the entire sect in a dark veil.

The Old Demon had sealed himself inside, resolved to resist to the bitter end.

Only then did Li Yan realize why the Old Demon would rather die than surrender the Lotus Lamp.

It was his Lifebound Magical Artifact. If another claimed it, the Old Demon’s very existence would be extinguished, his Dao destroyed.

This just got complicated…

As Li Yan’s expression turned troubled, a familiar voice echoed at his side.

“Immortal, this humble servant offers her aid in seizing the treasure.”