Cultivation: Being Immortal

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You State, Xuanmiao City

"Wei Lin disappeared, how could that be? I just saw him three days ago."

When Lin Jiang heard what Wei Dao said, he was shocked. He had seen Wei Lin just three days ago, so how could he have disappeared?

"To be precise, Wei Lin is already dead. The Soul Lamp has been extinguished."

"Elder, could it be a mistake? Wei Lin has been in the city all along."

"Would I joke about my own son?"

"Allow me to investigate."

Lin Jiang said, during this time he was very busy, going to the market only every three to five days, so he really had no idea about this matter.

Lin Jiang called someone over to find Wei Lin, but to no avail. He carefully questioned the people at the market, and they all said they hadn’t seen Wei Lin in the past two days. The last time they saw him was three days ago.

Wei Lin had a high status in the market, providing protection through force. Apart from Lin Jiang, no one had any jurisdiction over him. Plus, Lin Jiang had already taken care of everyone in Xuanmiao City, so there really wasn’t much work to be done throughout the year. It was very relaxed, and whether or not he came to the market, no one could control him.

Lin Jiang went to Wei Lin’s house again. His wives and concubines were all there. When Lin Jiang asked them, they all said they didn’t know anything. They were all supported by Wei Lin and were too afraid to get involved in his affairs.

Wei Lin was also a womanizer. He had more than ten wives and concubines at home, and he often went after other women. It was common for him to stay out all night, so he had no idea when Lin Jiang asked.

"Senior, have you asked about the business of Taixu Sect?"

"I asked, but they all said they didn’t know."

Wei Dao said. His first stop was the secret business set up by Wei Lin, which was managed by someone else. Wei Lin didn’t work there, so he had no idea where Wei Lin was.

"Let’s calm down first. This means that Wei Lin has disappeared without a trace, right?"

"For now, yes."

"Wei Lin has achieved the Soul Changing cultivation level, and he is already at the top in Xuanmiao City. There are very few Void Achieving cultivators in Xuanmiao City, only the Void Achieving cultivators from Tianxuan Sect. In other words, in the entire Xuanmiao City, or even the You State, there would not be more than twenty people who can kill Wei Lin."

"Wei Lin has the Life Talisman I gave him. The person who can kill him won’t be in the Soul Changing cultivation level, or at least three Soul Changing late stage cultivators."

"Senior, are you suspecting the Tianxuan Sect?"

Lin Jiang immediately realized something was wrong. If what Wei Dao said was true, then the only ones who could have killed Wei Lin were the Tianxuan Sect.

"Unless his identity was exposed and the Qing State forces came to kill him, I can’t think of anyone else in the whole You State who would want him dead."

"But the Tianxuan Sect had no reason to kill Wei Lin. To be honest, we have given them a lot of spirit stones. It is in our best interest to keep them on our side."

"This is what I want to know, how exactly did he die, and who killed him."

Wei Dao clenched his teeth and said, he had been suppressing his anger for a long time. His own son was the only one he had left, and he had even prevented him from seeking revenge against the Qing State. But why did something still happen?

"Senior, please don’t worry. We haven’t received any further news yet. Let’s investigate thoroughly before making any conclusions. We can’t afford to provoke the Tianxuan Sect."

Lin Jiang said cautiously, even though the suspicions pointed towards the Tianxuan Sect, he had to be careful. Not only because they were living on their territory, but also because they were a force to be reckoned with. �

Lin Jiang already informed Lin Cunjian and he has taken a team to conduct a more detailed investigation.

"I must find out exactly who hurt my son."

Wei Dao said that he had lost his only son now, and he didn’t see any meaning in living anymore. Even if he couldn’t defeat the Tianxuan Sect, if he was sure that they were responsible, he would seek revenge. He wasn’t afraid of the Qing State, let alone the Tianxuan Sect.

Lin Jiang comforted him all along, without taking a stance. Deep down, he hoped that it wasn’t the Tianxuan Sect responsible, because he wasn’t ready to retreat yet. He still hoped to delay for a few more years.

Lin Cunjian spent almost a whole day gathering information and found Lin Jiang. He said, "Uncle, I have roughly figured out the situation. About three days ago, Wei Lin, who used to be in charge of the business, first kept watch at the store for half a day. Then he received a message and went to Zhongmiao Building. He was accompanied by several other business owners, who are also your friends.

But it was just a normal gathering, the business owners said that Wei Lin had been going outside the city a lot recently, seems like he was planning something. After leaving Zhongmiao Building, he went outside the city, probably around dusk, and hasn’t returned since."

"What does the business outside the city mean? Have you found out?"

"Not yet, I haven’t paid attention to it before, but I suspect it has to do with the black market."

"The black market outside the city?"

"Wei Lin is all about Soul Changing. Small businesses don’t interest him, only the black market can satisfy his appetite. Besides the black market, I can’t think of anything else."

"That’s true, but the black market is very secretive. The black markets in big cities are all controlled by powerful forces behind them."

Lin Jiang said. Every place is the same. The black market outside Yunzhong City is controlled by Zhonghang Sect and Cloud Sword Sect. The one outside Medicine City is controlled by Five Elements Sect. And Xuanmiao City is most likely dominated by Tianxuan Sect.

The only difference is that some actions are carried out by the entire sect, while others are done by certain individuals or high-ranking members.

"Uncle, why don’t we ask Zhou Huaiying? He is stationed here, so he should be well-informed."

"No, we can’t ask him. This matter is likely related to Tianxuan Sect. If we ask him, we might tip them off."

"Then, what about Wei Dao? What did he say?"

"He didn’t say anything useful. The people from Taixu Sect are not our people. Wei Lin was sent by Xiaotian City to manage our businesses, but he insists on venturing outside. What can I do?"

Lin Jiang said, he has given orders multiple times and emphasized repeatedly: the staff of the company should not leave the city unless it’s necessary. Even he himself, unless there’s an important matter, he rarely goes out for years. But Wei Lin, relying on his high cultivation, doesn’t listen to him. What can he do?

Lin Jiang handed over the compiled information to Wei Dao, who angrily exclaimed. Xiao Yi, what do you mean? Are you implying that my son died for nothing?

"Elder, I am just a golden core. I am not able to handle Soul Changing matters. Wei Lin didn’t listen to my words and went out of Xuanmiao City without permission, which caused this accident. What can I do?"

"Thief, how dare you deceive me!"

Elder, please be careful with your words. Xiao Yi didn’t do anything to deceive you. Wei Lin was sent by Xiaotian City to manage the company. They give Taixu Sect its annual contribution, and the company’s profits are also the profits of Xiaotian City, which also benefits your sect, Taixu Sect.

As a manager, his task is to oversee the company and prevent any disturbances, not to set up a company for his own benefit.

Lin Jiang also said impolitely. Don’t blame Lin Jiang for turning his back on you, but Lin Jiang is now confused. Wei Lin, a Soul Changing cultivator, died silently. Who did he offend? It’s definitely someone that Lin Jiang can’t afford to provoke. Lin Jiang can’t get involved.

Wei Dao’s anger grew stronger, and he showed his intention to kill Lin Jiang. Lin Cunjian and others outside the door sensed Lin Jiang rushing in and shouted. Elder, please think twice!

"Elder, we understand your pain of losing a child, but it wasn’t us who killed him. Why are you blaming us?"

"Elder, if you dare to hurt my ancestor, Taixu Sect will have no place to stay anymore."

Everyone spoke up, and Lin Jiang tightened the token in his hand. Once Wei Dao made a move, he would activate the formation and easily block Wei Dao’s attack.

Wei Dao stayed calm and didn’t lose his mind. He turned around and went to find Tianxuan Sect.

"Uncle, what should we do?"

"Close the business and send a message back to Xiaotian City. Notify the head of the household immediately."

Lin Jiang said, realizing he should leave too. He didn’t want to see Wei Dao anymore. In case Wei Dao lost his mind, he might end up getting slapped to death with nowhere to reason.

Returning to his residence, he activated the formation and hid a sixth-level Teleportation Symbol in his sleeve, just in case he needed to run away.

Another day quickly passed. Lin Cunjian shouted several times outside the door before Lin Jiang opened it.

"Uncle, you’re too afraid of death."

"Nonsense, we only have one life. If we die, it’s over. Can we not be afraid of death?"

"Fine, you have a higher rank, so you have the final say."

"How is the situation?"

"It seems to have fallen apart. The defensive formation in Xuanmiao City has been activated, but Tianxuan Sect won’t suffer. The Sect Leader is on the way back."

"Tell your subordinates to be cautious and not give themselves away."

Lin Jiang expressed his concern. He was worried that news about the Lin family in Xuanmiao City might be exposed. If it were to happen, the Qing State would come to attack, and it may not end well for Tianxuan Sect if they got involved.

"Understood."

"Keep investigating. Once you have any information, report to me immediately."

Lin Jiang nodded. He wanted to know how Wei Lin had died. He wondered if the Blood Demon Ancestor had returned, or if it was another force that could potentially affect his plans.