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She hadn't realized Jiang Che was some kind of unparalleled genius before!
"That's right, I've broken through to the third level of Qi Refining..."
Jiang Che nodded with a smile, and then gave an explanation.
"I accidentally obtained a fourth-grade pill a while ago, and after taking it yesterday, I broke through to my current realm..."
"A fourth-grade elixir?"
"But dear brother, you don't have that weak, unstable feeling that comes from forcibly boosting your cultivation by taking pills, do you?"
Ali blinked her clear, bright eyes and asked in a daze, still somewhat confused and not quite understanding.
If one relies on pills to forcibly improve their cultivation, they will inevitably reveal a sense of emptiness. But why doesn't my good brother show any of that?
"Perhaps this Wood Spirit Pill is special..."
Jiang Che made up a story off the top of his head, speaking vaguely and indiscriminately.
The system was his biggest secret, and naturally he couldn't tell anyone.
And even if I told her, the little girl probably wouldn't believe me.
"That's it..."
Upon hearing this, Ali nodded thoughtfully without asking any further questions.
Everyone has their own little secrets. Since her good brother didn't want to talk about it, Ali, as his understanding sister, naturally wouldn't ask any more questions.
Moreover, she is now Jiang Che's woman.
The stronger Jiang Che's cultivation became, the happier she felt.
After all, Jiang Che is her greatest asset for the future.
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"Hey brother, how about we go out to eat?"
in the kitchen.
Looking at the disastrous dish she had made, Ali frowned, turned to Jiang Che beside her, and said weakly.
Once a cultivator reaches the Foundation Establishment stage, they can easily abstain from grains and rely on the spiritual energy of heaven and earth to maintain the body's functions.
As a little foodie, even though she has already reached the Foundation Establishment stage, Ali has not given up her appetite and eats three meals a day on time.
In the past, she would go out to buy food and bring it back.
Today, on a whim, I decided to cook, and I realized that I really don't have any talent for cooking...
I was originally planning to cook Jiang Che a loving lunch, but now it seems completely unnecessary...
She was afraid that Jiang Che would be poisoned to death...
"Let's go out to eat, and I'd like to explore Chang'an properly..."
Jiang Che glanced at the appalling dishes on the table, his eye twitched, and he quickly nodded in agreement.
He didn't want to die young...
Ali's cooking skills are truly nothing to write home about.
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004: Chang Le Fang, First Encounter with Yang Yuhuan [Seeking flowers and adding to favorites]
After enjoying a delicious lunch at Zuixianlou Restaurant in the West Market, Ali took Jiang Che for a leisurely stroll around Chang'an City.
She had mentioned more than once before that she wanted to take Jiang Che for a stroll around Chang'an.
However, Jiang Che always refused under the pretext of cultivation. This time, Jiang Che rarely took the initiative to bring it up, so Gongsun Li was naturally delighted to agree.
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"Brother, this is the Court of State Ceremonial, where we receive envoys from other countries. Larger events and martial arts competitions are also held here..."
"That's the Dali Temple, an institution specifically for monitoring cultivators in Chang'an, to prevent them from causing trouble in the city and affecting ordinary people..."
"I've heard that Lord Di Renjie, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, has already cultivated to the Nascent Soul stage, and is one of the many Nascent Soul True Lords in the Immortal Dynasty..."
"It is precisely because of his deterrent power that the cultivators in Chang'an City remain law-abiding..."
"He won't interfere in fights between cultivators, but if ordinary people are involved, he will definitely investigate to the end..."
"Brother, remember not to break the law in Chang'an City!"
"This is the Yuheng Division, an agency under the control of Sikong Zhen. He is also one of Her Majesty the Empress's most important ministers, wielding great power and commanding the Thunder Army, one of the Tang Dynasty's top armies!"
"I've heard that this Lord Sikong's cultivation is even higher than Lord Di Renjie's, having already reached the Refinement of Emptiness realm!"
"This is the academy of the Immortal Dynasty, a gathering place for cultivators from all walks of life within the Immortal Dynasty; it can be considered an official force..."
"Any cultivator whose cultivation level reaches the fifth level of Qi Refining and who is a native of the Tang Dynasty can join, regardless of age..."
"After joining the academy, each person will receive a generous amount of cultivation resources every month. In exchange, academy disciples need to complete various tasks..."
"If the academy has a mission, the students must do it; it is their duty."
"The academy offers excellent benefits, attracting many independent cultivators from cultivation sects with low cultivation levels..."
"I've heard that the academy's dean is an unparalleled beauty, second only to the Empress in looks, and possesses formidable cultivation. Hmm... she seems to be from the Cloud Realm?"
"By the way, Princess Zhaojun of the Immortal Dynasty also holds a position at the academy..."
"That's the residence of Duke Lu, Cheng Yaojin..."
"That's the Yun residence..."
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For the entire afternoon, Ali led Jiang Che on a tour of Chang'an City, introducing him to the various forces within the city.
This includes the outposts of various sects and various subordinate institutions within Chang'an City.
"The headmistress of the academy is a woman from the clouds..."
"And his cultivation is powerful?"
"Ah Li, do you know this woman's name?"
After listening to Ali's story, Jiang Che stood on the street, looking at the academy gate not far away, and asked with great interest.
She comes from the clouds, her cultivation is even stronger than Sikong Zhen's, and she is an absolutely beautiful woman...
There are only a handful of things that meet these conditions.
Is it Chang'e, the moon, or Athena?
"It seems to be called Haiyue..."
"Why is brother asking about this?"
Gongsun Li frowned and pondered for a moment, then parted her lips slightly to answer Jiang Che's question.
She raised her head slightly and looked at her good brother with some confusion, not understanding why he suddenly asked such a seemingly random question.
"It turns out it's her..."
"It's nothing, I'm just a little surprised..."
Jiang Che suddenly realized, shook his head and smiled, and casually said.
If it's a sea moon, then it's not surprising at all...
After leaving the academy, Gongsun Li took Jiang Che for a stroll around Chang'an.
As night fell, Jiang Che followed Gongsun Li to Chang Le Fang, the largest dance hall in Chang'an City.
Every night, many high-ranking officials and nobles, as well as cultivators from all walks of life in Chang'an, would come to Chang Le Fang to seek pleasure and listen to music in the brothels. However, most of the dancers here only sold their art, not their bodies.
Gongsun Li was the owner of this Changlefang, and there was also Yang Yuhuan.
Over the past few years, Chang Le Fang has become a very popular place, attracting many people every day.
The dancers here are extremely beautiful and love poetry. There are also many self-proclaimed romantic talents who want to win the hearts of the beauties by composing a poem.
After entering Chang Le Fang, Gongsun Li led Jiang Che to a private room on the third floor.
"Brother, wait here for a moment..."
"I'll go and fetch Sister Yuhuan so I can introduce you two..."
After settling Jiang Che in, Gongsun Li spoke a few words to him, then instructed a few maids to take care of him before leaving the private room.
After Ali left, Jiang Che looked around at his surroundings.
Chang Le Fang has three floors, with more than a dozen private rooms on the third floor. Those who can go up to the third floor are all people of high status and extraordinary cultivation.
The second floor has many private rooms, while the first floor has regular seats. In the very center of the first floor is a huge stage, about 100 square meters.
The songstresses perform here, accompanied by various musicians.
After taking a look around, Jiang Che withdrew his gaze, enjoying the service of several charming maids, and waited quietly.
Not long after, Gongsun Li returned, accompanied by a stunningly beautiful woman.
"Hehe, brother, I'm back..."
"I've brought Sister Yuhuan with me..."
"Sister Yuhuan, this is Jiang Che, my dear brother~"
Gongsun Li hugged Jiang Che's arm and rubbed it against him, introducing Yang Yuhuan to him.
"My name is Jiang Che, and I have met Miss Yu Huan..."
Jiang Che smiled slightly, cupped his hands in greeting, and took the initiative to greet him.
Having been in this world for half a month, Jiang Che had long since become accustomed to the etiquette of the ancients.
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