Simultaneous travel: City, infinite evolution

Chapter 742 Ah Xiu, the Sober Waitress [Requesting Recommendations and Monthly Tickets]

Thinking of the opportunity to break through to the Void Returning Realm, the Heavenly Lord could no longer sit still.

Following the general direction I sensed, I began my journey.

Prepare to journey to the other side of the starry sky and seize destiny!

Poor Chen Beixuan had no idea that he had become Tang Sanzang's flesh, and was being targeted by an old monster.

Of course, even if he knew, he probably wouldn't care.

He's just a mere old monster from a rural area, nothing more than a skeleton in a tomb with all his potential exhausted.

He didn't even take Chen Beixuan, a powerful cultivator who had transcended tribulation in his previous life, seriously.

However, at this moment, Chen Beixuan had no choice but to bow his head and sigh when faced with the loan bill from Tianwang.

"I never imagined that I, Chen Beixuan, would one day have to take out a loan to cultivate immortality."

"It really is..."

"Even a tiger fallen into the plains is bullied by dogs!"

the other side.

Chen Hong descended to the mortal realm and arrived at an ordinary guesthouse in Jiangbei.

I found a beautiful waitress.

Chen Hong sized up the beautiful and gentle woman.

"Is this Chen Beixuan's future disciple who possesses the [Five Elements Divine Veins]?"

Chen Hong thought to himself.

The woman noticed Chen Hong's scrutinizing gaze, but she became somewhat timid, lowering her head and appearing meek and obedient.

A guesthouse employee like her can't afford to offend the big-spending customers.

A single, casual remark could cost her her job.

Therefore, she was always very careful and cautious in her words and actions.

If she weren't so beautiful, she wouldn't have had the chance to receive such distinguished guests.

"What's your name?"

"Honorable guest, my name is Ah Xiu."

Ah Xiu cautiously glanced at Chen Hong out of the corner of her eye, seemingly trying to read his expression but afraid of offending him and displeasing the important client.

Chen Hong's expression remained amiable as he smiled.

"Don't be nervous, I don't eat people."

"Don't worry, I'm not a difficult or mean person, nor am I one of those fat, big-eared bosses who want to take advantage of others."

"I just want to make a deal with you."

"A deal?" Ah Xiu finally looked up, her eyes showing some surprise.

Then, perhaps realizing something, his expression changed, and he said somewhat awkwardly:

“This is not for sale, esteemed guest.”

"Oh, it's not included either."

"puff!……"

Chen Hong spat out a mouthful of tea and said irritably:

What are you thinking?

Ah Xiu's expression calmed down instead: "Isn't that right?"

"Apart from this matter, I really can't think of anything else that I would be willing to trade with such an important person as you."

Ah Xiu's face showed a mixture of self-mockery and sorrow: "Girls in our line of work have seen too many wealthy and powerful people. How could we possibly stoop down and marry a peasant?"

"I've seen too many women trying to build relationships with important people, using their youth and looks as capital."

But what happened in the end?

"How could such a powerful man marry a woman as lowly as us?"

"It's just for fun."

"And in the end, what good can come of it?"

When youth fades and beauty is gone.

Without your greatest asset, it's just another fall into the dust.

"Having seen the Heavenly Palace, would you still want to live in a doghouse?"

"When the quality of life drops precipitously, how many people can bear that sense of loss?"

"I have seen far too many tragedies."

I don't want to be like them.

"I want to take control of my own destiny!"

As she spoke, a flame seemed to burn in Ah Xiu's eyes, revealing a stubborn and self-reliant spirit.

This time, Chen Hong was genuinely surprised and made no attempt to hide the admiration in his eyes.

"Not bad, not bad, you're quite clear-headed, a nice girl."

"but."

"What good is being sober?"

"You must know that the most absurd people are the most awake, the most tormented people are the most awake, and the most lonely people are the most awake!"

Even if you see through the world's prosperity, cruel rules, and ugly human nature, what can you do?

“You come from a humble background, have no family connections or backing, no network or resources, and no money in your account.”

Even if you're narcissistic, self-loving, clear-headed, and stubborn, in this melting pot of society, like a fish out of oxygen, how many times can you struggle?

Ah Xiu's face turned deathly pale in an instant.

How could she not know such a cruel reality?

It's just giving myself a sliver of hope and struggling on.

A girl like her, barring any unforeseen circumstances, will never be able to cross the chasm, elevate herself, or achieve the freedom she desires, no matter how much she struggles.

All they do is put on a brave face, be obsequious, and go about their daily business.

Seeing Ah Xiu's miserable appearance, Chen Hong couldn't help but sigh slightly.

Once upon a time, I was that kind of person too.

That memory seems as distant as the ends of the earth.

It feels like just yesterday, right there on that desk, at that banquet, amidst all those "Received" and "Okay" greetings.

No matter how many times it's changed, no matter how outrageous the request, you have to act like a grandson and obediently satisfy the other party.

Chen Hong was somewhat dazed.

My heart rippled slightly.

Coming to my senses, my mood improved a bit.

This person seemed to have become a little more kind, with a gentle smile on their face.

"Good child, a great opportunity is coming your way. I wonder if you're willing to seize it?"

"A great opportunity?" Ah Xiu was taken aback, and asked somewhat blankly, "What great opportunity?"

"Young friend, would you be willing to cultivate immortality with me?"

"Cultivating immortality?!"

Ah Xiu paused for a moment, then her face lit up with joy.

"Is it the kind of immortal cultivation mentioned on the Heavenly Net?"

“That’s right.” Chen Hong nodded calmly.

Ah Xiu felt like she'd been hit by a pie falling from the sky.

Cultivating immortality.

Which Chinese person could resist such a temptation?

This is an inherent longing for freedom and unrestrained living.

It is the nature of the soul.

It is a desire that cannot be suppressed no matter how much it is oppressed!

But Ah Xiu, having seen all sorts of people and all walks of life, quickly suppressed her emotions and calmed down.

"I wonder what price I'll have to pay?"

The look of admiration on Chen Hong's face deepened.

"Not bad, he can resist temptation, he's a promising talent."

"The cost is simple."

"You are actually born with the Five Elements Divine Meridian. I will provide you with ample resources to help you break through to the Golden Core Realm."

At that time, you will awaken the Five Elements Divine Meridians, achieve the Great Perfection of your Divine Body, and the innate Five Elements Laws within you will mature and manifest.

"I will observe and comprehend the innate Five Elements laws within you, and that will be my reward."

"That's... simple?"

Ah Xiu found it hard to believe; it wasn't that the price was too high, but rather that it was too low.

She not only gets the benefits for free, but also suffers no loss and doesn't have to pay anything.

It's no different from a pie falling from the sky.

"Of course, you must also pledge your loyalty, become my subordinate, and never betray me."

"Isn't this a kind of indenture?"

Chen Hong smiled wryly: "Or... if you'd like to be my personal maid, that's not out of the question." (End of Chapter)